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• If You Are The One stirs Chinese theatres

  Monday, Dec 22, 2008 10:38AM / Standard Entry / Members only
  

  The new year movie season in China raised its curtain in December. One of the big hits is director Feng Xiaogang's "If You Are the One". The movie premiered on Tuesday in Hangzhou in east China, and goes into theatres across China on Thursday.

  If You Are the One is a humorous journey where the lead characters begin their romance on a luxury cruise. One of the highlights is the matchmaking. And many of the cast and crew have once had such an experience.

  Feng Xiaogang said, "Maybe once. It was many years ago. I went to see the one the matchmaker wanted me to see. But she didn't take a fancy to me. I thought she was OK though she didn't believe I was responsible."

  Ge You said, "I also had such an experience when I was young. I was not what I am. If it happened now, I would write down something about myself for her. But at that time, the matchmaker arranged us to meet at a park. And I met my wife this way. It's not bad."

  Director Feng Xiaogang and actor Ge You are famous for their new year comedies, beginning with their first hit back in 1997. Ge You taking is always paired with a beautiful actress - this time Hsu Chi from Taiwan. But many doubt they are the right match.

  Hsu Chi said, "Of course I think we are matched. Women are blind when they fall in love. Your eyes are covered. You don't know the man is Mr.Right or not. When your heart is broken and your love is almost dead, you suddenly find a better man is right behind you. He makes you laugh. He understands you. And in the movie, Ge You is such a man. Though he never gives you flowers, every word he says is to remind you. You will pay attention gradually and finally be attracted by him. "

  The film has also premiered in Beijing. To accompany the romantic flavor of the film, the red carpet has turned blue with rose petals. Many big names turned up to show their support. The list includes actor Zhang Hanyu, director Zhang Yang, Zhang Yibai and Feng Yuanzheng.

  If You Are The One keeps the typical humor of Feng Xiaogang. Feng said the comedy may be not suitable for competition in film awards but will give the audiences a relaxing and happy new year.