The film’s poetic aesthetics and cultural clarity make it a perfect choice for Chinese New Year celebrations. Just try not to replicate these moves at home. The Wedding Banquet (1993) Central Motion Picture Corporation. Ang Lee’s second-ever film is a surprisingly touching examination of queerness and cultural norms. New clothes are traditional for Chinese New Year, so this programme is timely as it explores the relationship between identity and fashion through film screenings and events. A highlight is a 4K restoration of Indian director Tarsem Singh’s visually glorious fantasy The Fall (2006, NC16, 117 minutes, screening date to be announced). The festive season calls for optimism and joy, and Chinese New Year films typically feature uplifting stories, comedic elements and a star-studded cast of your favourite actors. Having said that, this year’s slate also has features some dramatic action-pack CNY flicks that are bound give you entertained. Take a look: Mom’s Big News As January is coming to a close, it is also an exciting time as Lunar New Year is this Wednesday, Jan. 29. According to National Geographic, Lunar New Year is “the most important holiday in China and Chinese communities around the world.” It is a two-week celebration with various festivities and parties. An iconic mainstay among Chinese New Year movies, CJ7 is a Hong Kong–Chinese science fiction comedy-drama film directed by and starring Stephen Chow. Packed with themes of love and sacrifice, the movie follows impoverished single father Chow Ti, who lives in squalor with his nine-year-old son, Dicky. The Joy Luck Club also isn’t technically a movie about Chinese New Year—in fact, it isn’t about it at all. However, as the first Hollywood movie to feature an all Asian cast, it is a – The best Chinese New Year movies to watch in 2024 can vary from classics such as It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad World to modern hits like Money No Enough. 2. Which is the best Chinese New Year movie according to IMDB? – According to IMDb, the best Chinese New Year movie based on its ratings is Everything Everywhere All At Once. This film created a lot of buzz when it was released because of its all-Asian cast. This year, celebrate Chinese New Year with friends with this fun-filled movie. Crazy Rich Asians is based on Kevin Kwan’s bestselling novel by the same name. The film introduced the world to a part of Singapore that drips in luxury, glamour and wealth while Piercing in its dissection of kinship ties yet compassionate in its approach, Yi Yi makes for a sobering watch for Chinese New Year. The film contemplates the notion of purpose as it examines the lives of a Taiwanese family throughout the year. Edward Yang, using the phlegmatic patriarch NJ as his vessel, captures the dances of destiny as we The Year of the Snake is coming, and for Chinese people all around the world, it’s a time of celebration, reunion, and tradition. In addition to food, decorations, and family gatherings, one popular way to celebrate Chinese New Year is by watching movies. With Lunar New Year comes a fresh start for many East and Southeast Asian cultures around the world. According to the lunar calendar, Jan. 22, 2023, ushers in the Year of the Rabbit — or the Year of the Cat for Vietnam — a celebration filled with feasts, festivals and family gatherings. 3. Panda Express 2025 Lunar New Year Film: The Invitation. Experience the warmth and joy of the Lunar New Year through one family’s tradition in this delightful short film. Styled & Sutured: Fashion On Screen runs till Feb 23 at the Asian Film Archive’s Oldham Theatre, with a Chinese New Year break from Jan 27 to Feb 8. Prices for standard tickets are at $10, with GUIZHOU, China, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Here's a report from Discover Guizhou: As the Chinese New Year approaches, China Moutai has released a celebratory film to rejoice in the Chinese New Year with friends around the globe. This film embodies the traditional Chinese understanding of the four seasons-spring, summer, autumn, and winter-and incorporates the philosophy of following the Chinese New Year box office started with a bang today in China, as Maoyan estimates 1.8B yuan ($248.3M) was generated for all films on day-one of the holiday period. This would mark a new 12. Wish Dragon (2021) The Year of the Blue Dragon wouldn’t be appropriate without a dragon feature. This animated comedy film from Sony Pictures is about a teen boy who meets a wish-granting dragon, produced by Jackie Chan and features an all-star Asian voice cast including Constance Wu (“Crazy Rich Asians”), Natasha Liu Bordizzo (“Ahsoka”), John Cho (“Star Trek”), and Ronny GUIZHOU, China, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Here's a report from Discover Guizhou: As the Chinese New Year approaches, China Moutai has released a celebratory film to rejoice in the Chinese New – The best Chinese New Year movies to watch in 2024 can vary from classics such as It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad World to modern hits like Money No Enough. 2. Which is the best Chinese New Year movie according to IMDB? – According to IMDb, the best Chinese New Year movie based on its ratings is Everything Everywhere All At Once. This Chinese New Year 2025, prepare for a cinematic treat that captures the festive spirit of the Year of the Dragon! With the charm of traditions, family bonds, and fresh beginnings, this season’s movies promise heartwarming moments, laughter, and pure joy.
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