Some of the biggest names in Asian cinema are congregating in Hong Kong this weekend as they vie for the honours on offer.
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Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie are just some of the cinematic talents that have failed to make the cut for this year’s Oscar nominations.
In the lead-up to the big day – 24 March – expect to see participating groups staging mini-shows in local neighbourhoods and at integrated resorts.
Director Mike Ao Ieong says he’s on a mission to prove that Macao’s productions are ‘unique and different from ordinary commercial films.’
The Christopher Nolan biopic’s fellow 2023 blockbuster, Barbie, was nominated for the same number of categories – yet failed to win a thing.
K-Pop artists are right on Taylor Swift’s heels in the latest Global Recording Artist Chart, and made up almost half of the top 10 best selling acts of 2023.
Asian films have been sidelined by the Oscars for much of the Academy Awards’ history, however, there have been some works that paved the way to a more diverse future.
The Chinese New Year celebration also featured a well-attended concert with singers from both Macao and Hong Kong.
Get set for an evening of jazz and electronica (with hints of classical) at a waterfront concert near Coloane Village on 17 February.