Post event rating: 4.5 out of 5
We have high expectation of this play because it is produced by the same group that presented the unforgettable play "Nanking Winter" last year.
And our expectation is met. The Madness of the Square tells the story of 4 students and their involvement in the events that led up to the June 4, 1989 incident in Beijing where the Chinese government used force to break up a student demonstration.
We personally feel this is a must-see for all Hong Kong Chinese living overseas e.g. Canada, US, UK, Australia, Singapore and New Zealand. This incident is not only a significant event in recent history, but also has a huge impact in our teenage years. Although we happily call Toronto our home now, there is a hint of sadness every time when we explain to others why our parents uprooted the family at the time.
Before we can create a better future, we need to embrace our past. Thank you Marjoie Chen and her team for the great work!
Jade and CHRIS
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Movie - Welcome Back, Mr. McDonald (April 2009)
Organizer: Canada Japan Society
Post-event rating: 5 out of 5
This is an old movie (in the 90s) but it is hilarious -- whether you are seeing it the first time or the 10th time!!!
But do not just write it off as a comedy only. Underneath the laughters, there is a profound message: The struggle to find balance between striving for one's ideal and making compromise to please everyone.
I perceive the pressure to conform and agree to the higher power is greater in the Japanese culture with its high emphasis on unity and hierarchy. But I think people from other cultures appreciate this to a certain degree as well.
Should I...
join the office gossips or hide in my studio/cubicle/office?
give favours to VIPs or uphold the rules?
adopt the mentality of "let life unfolds itself" or continue to "go for the gold"?
Should I stay inside the line (just like the main character in "Doing Time") and have a comfortable life,
or
keep chasing after my dream and risk falling flat on my face?
CHRIS
Post-event rating: 5 out of 5
This is an old movie (in the 90s) but it is hilarious -- whether you are seeing it the first time or the 10th time!!!
But do not just write it off as a comedy only. Underneath the laughters, there is a profound message: The struggle to find balance between striving for one's ideal and making compromise to please everyone.
I perceive the pressure to conform and agree to the higher power is greater in the Japanese culture with its high emphasis on unity and hierarchy. But I think people from other cultures appreciate this to a certain degree as well.
Should I...
join the office gossips or hide in my studio/cubicle/office?
give favours to VIPs or uphold the rules?
adopt the mentality of "let life unfolds itself" or continue to "go for the gold"?
Should I stay inside the line (just like the main character in "Doing Time") and have a comfortable life,
or
keep chasing after my dream and risk falling flat on my face?
CHRIS
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