During the unprecedented time of the global pandemic, Canadians across the country were adapting to new and innovative ways to face the disruptions caused by COVID-19. We document some of these moments in this chapter as a time capsule of what occurred when time stood still.
Read MoreAfter a year of delay due to the pandemic, Marvel Studios’ Eternals was finally unveiled at the world premiere this Monday, at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles. Guests and critics who got a sneak peek of the film before its official release on November 5th, came back with generally glowing reviews, such as describing the work as evocative, emotional, and extraordinary, especially as a superhero film.
Read MoreNOBIS announces new global brand ambassador Simu Liu. In celebration of its 15th anniversary, Canadian luxury outerwear brand Nobis has announced their Global Brand Ambassadorship with Marvel Studios new breakthrough superhero and Canadian actor, Simu Liu known for his role in Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings. This new partnership between Simu Liu and Nobis represents the pursuit of excellence, discovering your own opportunities and unapologetically pursuing your passions, an ethos that Nobis continues to live by, through innovation, performance, and impeccable style.
Floral designer Vivi Hou, who previously exhibited at the Fete Chinoise Signature Event in 2019 and 2020, shares with us some of her recent work that is inspired by Canadian scenery. Currently residing in Shanghai during the global pandemic, she is taking part in modern Chinese calligraphy projects while in China. She reminisces the red maple leaves that would be gathered by the wind and land at her front door, and the beautiful changing colours of fall that inspires her to connect with nature every year.
Read MoreThe annual tradition of reviewing mooncakes from the lens of culture and design is always a fun time. In the recent years, at Fete Chinoise, we have been in multiple positions — as a tastemaker, an observer, a critic, and a grateful recipient. When it comes to Chinese cultural traditions and gifting, this is our wheelhouse and passion, and we endeavour to #movecultureforward with every project we partake in and discussion that we spur.
Read MoreAn ode to Mid-Autumn Festival in Singapore. Enjoy these unique mooncake flavours and creations captured by photographer and food content creator, Karl Ng.
Read MoreCome behind the scenes with a Marvel film insider and Canadian, Alvin Keung. As a Lead Compositor for many Marvel films including Doctor Strange, Captain America and Black Panther, he has a special view on Shang-Chi and shares a glimpse of what it is like behind the scenes of movie-making in our generation.
Read MoreHave you watched Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings yet? If not, what are you waiting for? Not only has it been the number one movie at box offices for two straight weekends, breaking records along its path and surpassing revenue expectations, it has also collected some of the highest praise and reviews! The audience approval is at an astounding 98% audience score and a 92% on the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes.
Read MoreHow many of us can stop ourselves at the height of our careers or pursuits, and put the work into transforming ourselves? The introspective journey of self actualization may bring many of us to a point of realization and reflection, of self-awareness and authenticity. Then it requires action and change, the hard part. Fala Chen, a name that many American and Canadian-Chinese households have watched for over a decade via Hong Kong Television, is an inspiration for her dedication to her own journey and development as a person, as an artist.
Read MoreA global icon through his many unforgettable performances in Hong Kong cinema, Tony Leung stars as Wenwu in Marvel’s Shang-Chi. Are you excited to watch his first Hollywood production? We are! Read on to reminisce the work of this highly acclaimed and decorated superstar, as well as our discussion on why his appearance in Shang-Chi holds utmost significance for so many Chinese-Canadians and North American diasporas. Two Canadians also had the privilege of acting opposite this industry giant — who were they?
Read MoreIt is the week of Marvel’s Shang-Chi! In theatres September 3rd. Be sure to book your tickets to support this milestone moment of representation in movie culture. Read about why our editor-in-chief, Deborah Lau-Yu, is particularly excited for and proud of fellow Canadian, Simu Liu, our country’s newly minted superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We appreciate his journey, his voice and his leadership as a cultural advocate.
Read MoreWriter Julie Phan shared her journey in navigating spaces as an Asian person, as a Chinese-Vietnamese-Canadian. She often confronted with the classic question of “what are you, where are you from?” and she finds herself hesitating to answer because there is no concise answer.
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