Chinese Characters: Xie Zi
By Thomas ChooEpoch Times Staff Created: September 17, 2012 Last Updated: September 17, 2012
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Choreographers explore frontiers of experimental theater
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Busan film fest in South Korea embraces Asian diversity
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In the past, Korean [...]
Duncan’s life celebrated in images, song, speeches
LOS ANGELES–Tom Hanks, Jay Leno, Holly Robinson Peete, Loretta Devine and Stevie Wonder were among those who helped celebrate the life of Michael Clarke Duncan during a nearly four-hour memorial service Monday marked by heartfelt speeches, [...]
‘The Land of Hope’ haunting scenes shot on location in Fukushima
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Americans more likely to view selves as lower class
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Michael plays gig at AIDS fundraiser
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The British star, on top form and fully recovered [...]
Russell tackles theme of mental illness in new film
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“Silver Linings Playbook,” [...]
Venice rules kept ‘Master’ from top prize: jury
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Venice [...]
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The Hollywood Reporter said [...]
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French director Olivier [...]
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