Yu Hewei

Zhang Yimou’s spy thriller “Cliff Walkers” subverts expectations at every turn, offering a meal for hungry audiences.

By Douglas Davidson on May 3, 2021 • ( 2 )

Writer/director Zhang Yimou is many things, but subtle is not one of them. His projects often feature beautiful cinematography and elegant performances while exploring the complexities of humankind, resulting in films that are often far more poetic than narratively straight…. Read More ›

Despite some muddled aspects, Lu Yang’s “A Writer’s Odyssey” will make you a believer.

By Douglas Davidson on February 19, 2021 • ( 0 )

A good marketing campaign will make clear what the product is about so that consumers won’t feel flummoxed about how to engage with the object. It’s partly why marketing happens, so that there’s a sense of familiarity. When it comes… Read More ›

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Yu Hewei

Zhang Yimou’s spy thriller “Cliff Walkers” subverts expectations at every turn, offering a meal for hungry audiences.

Despite some muddled aspects, Lu Yang’s “A Writer’s Odyssey” will make you a believer.