CNEX is a sort of documentary-making NGO that produces documentaries about China and Chinese culture made by filmmakers from around the world. First we watched a film entitled KJ, about a precocious young musician. He played piano with professional orchestras from the time that he was very young, and then he conducted a children's orchestra in Hong Kong. The film explored both his career and his relationship with his father on many different levels. I quite enjoyed it, and they're selling copies of it at the DVD store... I might pick one up next time I am there.
Following the film, we spoke to one of the administrators of CNEXT. He gave some insight into the unique organization that attempts to bring new Chinese documentaries to the forefront of Chinese cinema. He discussed his difficulties with the Ministry of Culture as well as his success in places like Taiwan and Hong Kong. After our discussion with him we watched China Gate, a film about young Chinese students taking an SAT-like exam that determines their place in university. I really enjoyed that film as well.
Now I'm in the internet cafe by the dorm reading email and brainstorming for my final project. Much of it has already been filmed, I just need to start editing. I also need to finish up with my reading reports. And stop eating so much food. And sleep more. And shake off this cold that I have. And pack for Europe. And and and and and.......
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