Hong Kong

Legend of the Chinese Zodiac

Anonymous — Mon, 03 Mar 2003 13:43:22 +0000

In my family, we have a dog, an ox, a rat, a tiger, and two dragons! When such a varied bunch sits together, one can expect a clashing of "personalities" and other factors... but such is the...

Book review: Warrior Odyssey - Antonio Graceffo

Anonymous — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:14:46 +0000

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to set off on a quest around Asia, researching and discovering lesser-known and rare martial arts along the way? Read about the experiences of Antonio Graceffo in his latest book, Warrior Odyssey.

Christmas in Hong Kong

Anonymous — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:57:22 +0000

I've lived in Hong Kong for six years and people from North America always ask me "How do you celebrate Christmas in Hong Kong?"

'In the Mood for Love' Film Review

Anonymous — Tue, 21 Feb 2006 04:15:25 +0000

'Mood' is the operative word in this 1960's bittersweet period piece, written and directed by Kar Wai Wong. Known in its native language as Fa Yeung Nin Wa, In the Mood For Love stars Tony Leung as...

Wong Kar-wai's 2046

Anonymous — Mon, 11 Oct 2004 07:57:12 +0000

* * * It was a film some cynics suggested would never be finished. But after four years in the making the hotly-anticipated '2046' by acclaimed Hong Kong director Wong Kar-wai finally goes on general...

Film Review: Lust, Caution

Anonymous — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 19:39:39 +0000

Ang Lee steps into the world of film noir with his World War II romantic thriller starring Wei Tang and Tony Leung as secret lovers on opposite sides of the Chinese-Japanese conflict.

You Need Massage?

Anonymous — Thu, 21 Feb 2002 19:27:54 +0000

What am I doing in a Gucci shop? It's an accident, of course. Somehow, on my first full day in Hong Kong, I have wandered into a high-end mall. Hong Kong is like this. You'll be walking around,...

Chinese Teens Respond To Amy Chau's Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

Anonymous — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 13:47:23 +0000

Amy Chau has gained international attention since an excerpt from her new book Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother was published in the Wall Street Journal. What do Chinese teens think of it?

Hong Kong's Chi Lin Nunnery

Anonymous — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 07:09:01 +0000

The Chi Lin Nunnery is a 'must see' when you visit Hong Kong. No cost has been spared in making this a place of beauty where history and culture come alive.

Hiking Hong Kong’s Victoria Peak

Anonymous — Sat, 02 Dec 2006 12:54:57 +0000

Whenever I need a quick escape from the urban canyons of Hong Kong, I head up to Victoria Peak, stroll the loop trail that wraps around the flanks of the 1,810-foot (552-meter) mountain, and then hike...

Maids Day Off in Hong Kong

Anonymous — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 15:00:26 +0000

Sunday is maid's day off in Hong Kong and they congregate in groups all over the city.

Film: The Home Song Stories

Anonymous — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 08:48:56 +0000

The Home Song Stories, an entry to the 2007 Berlin Film Festival, is inspired by the true story of Rose, a single mother of two and a glamorous Shanghai nightclub singer, who struggles to survive ...

American Boarding Schools - a book review

Anonymous — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:31:19 +0000

A directory of American Boarding Schools, compiled with international students in mind...

Dr. Sun Yat Sen Museum

Anonymous — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:55:06 +0000

Museums in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Macau tell the story of Dr. Sun Yat Sen - The Father of China

Celeste Goes to the Movies

Anonymous — Fri, 08 Oct 2004 23:23:13 +0000

Film Reviews by Celeste Heiter