Hello and welcome to the 44th issue of Beijing Review.  

(Cover Design: CUI XIAODONG)

COVER STORY  

The Reel Story, looks at the growth of China’s film industry in the last seven decades. After a burst of creativity that lasted until 1966, movie making experienced a rebirth after 1978 and began to win awards at international film festivals. Currently, Chinese blockbusters that garner commercial success are no longer a rarity. 

WORLD  

Harmony Without Uniformity, analyzes the recent Sino-French Dialogue on Civilization that included more than 200 participants who reached a consensus that every civilization should be respected and protecting diverse cultures can bring vitality to the world.  

BUSINESS  

Healthy, Resilient and Up, looks at China’s economic figures in the first three quarters. It indicates that there is continuing stable economic growth despite a global economic slowdown. To combat the downturn, China has stepped up adjustments such as channeling more funds into the real economy and furthering opening up as well as tax and fee cuts. 

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