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China Film Week

טעימה מהיבול האדיר של הקולנוע הסיני בן זמננו

A selection of films that offer a taste of Chinese cinema today.

The film week is organized by the embassy of People's Republic of China in Tel Aviv

Born in China

Dir.: Lu Chuan
| 76 minutes

China’s wild life and landscapes are captured like never before. A panda bear, a snow leopard, a small monkey and a herd of antelopes are the stars of this impressive documentary film.

Aftershock

Dir.: Feng Xiaogang
| 128 minutes

The epic story of the Great Tangshan Earthquake of 1976. Feng Shiaugang’s monumental film begins as a disaster film and turns into a Sophie’s Choice-like drama. 

Three

Dir.: Johnnie To
| 98 minutes

A criminal finds himself in a battle of wills between himself, a tough police officer, and a troubled doctor. From wizard of action and aesthetics, Johnnie To. 

Doctor Rosenfeld

Dir.: Xu Zongzheng
| 90 minutes

The extraordinary story of Jacob Rosenfeld, who fled Europe, immigrated to China, served in the Chinese army during WWII, and then became the ministry of Health.

Night Peacock

Dir.: Dai Sijie
| 121 minutes

Elsa, a musician that spends her time between China and France, finds herself in a transcontinental love triangle between two brothers – a gifted flautist and a tattoo artist. Chinese art-house at its best, Night Peacock is a poignant and poetic drama. 

Monkey King: Hero Is Back

Dir.: Tian Xiaopeng
| 120 minutes

A mythological hero, the all-powerful Monkey King, is released from the cave he has been held in for 500 years and embarks on a journey to regain his powers. A sweeping and sophisticated folkloristic comedy, packed with breathtaking kung fu scenes.