the part that made me cry in the movie was when he saw his parents after so many years and you could see the guilt in his eyes, then his parents were crying.
Out of the 1 billion people of various ethnic Chinese descent, I am glad to be one of the mere 6.5 million Ethnic Canton Man, born in Hong Kong under a democratic british colonial rule and eventually, just like Lee, I move from California and finally into New South Wales.
@MingTheMerciful I was born in Hong Kong too in the late 80s, I have moved around the world with my parents since literally since born, I lived in Hawaii, mainland China, Canada. Trust me when I say that I appreciate western style of living, but I'm still a Chinese and will always be one, I can't imagine spending the rest of my life anywhere else besides China, because it is my nation, Chinese culture is my culture, the Chinese are my people and it's my birthplace.
@devilhunterred well put mate! being a chinese man, i am so proud of it and i tell people wherever i am that i am chinese. i feel much more comfortable when i said this to others. i have enjoyed learning and studying the western cultures but at the same time, i feel this process of learning brought out the good in me as a chinese. i grew then more and more proud as a chinese native. thanks to the very little knowledge i've learned about the west, i see more and more beauty of my own culture.
Out of the 1 billion people of various ethnic Chinese descent, I am glad to be an Ethnic Canton Man, born in Hong Kong under a democratic british colonial rule and eventually, just like Lee, I move from California and finally into New South Wales.
james as a victim of a fascistic regime i deny all what you say, it shows me whow ignorant you are and try to defend such inhuman regimes, you should dont talk about thinngs you necer suffered, i could not see my family for mayn years because of fascist policy, so please shut up
1 Li’s family did not pay the costs for him to become a ballet dancer, but the government did. The government also paid full costs for him to get further training in Houston.
2 Li has not paid back anything for the investment, but keeps on complaining about the past, and uses it to make money from people who do not know the true background of the culture.
3 Li would have been a professor in Beijing to teach more students to become world class dancer and more successful in his ballet career.
@Jamesl2262 james as a victim of a fascistic regime i deny all what you say, it shows me whow ignorant you are and try to defend such inhuman regimes, you should dont talk about thinngs you necer suffered, i could not see my family for mayn years because of fascist policy, so please shut up
To think that the government can send someone to walk into the classroom where your child is and just take him away without your authority is an atrocity. Under Communism, nothing belongs to you, not your body, not your children. It is the harsh reality of total state control. Think of those in this country who promote control from the state versus those that promote individual freedom, free markets and choice. Which is it that has made us the beacon of light for the world?
@Elryaen Um. He's pronouncing it perfectly fine for a non-Chinese speaker. The consonant of Cun is supposed to be pronounced like a "ts", and together "ts-wen".
I was crying as watching the whole movie. How scary the people were in living under that stupid policy. Some part of movie is exactly as same as what my mom told me. I am touched by this wonderful movie.
the sad thing about his story is that its the 21st century and yet billions of people around the world still live in destitute conditions and are starving...
My statement was not only about China which is why is said 'around the world'. What I said is a fact.I'm not passing judgment on China nor do I need to visit there to verify what I've said. Even in progressive nations like the US people live in squalor. The conditions of which he spoke of extend far beyond China's borders. The point that I made which clearly went over your head is with the knowledge and resources we have today, no one should live in these conditions.
I have recently visited Qingdao where Li used to live nearby. The people there appeared very rich and happy. The city Qingdao was the host city for the sailing competition of Beijing Olympic Games (please see the website). The government has done pretty good job for the people.
I'm going to say it in the dumbest way possible.Maybe then you'll understand. The point i was making is that with all of the technology and resources that we have today, no one in the WORLD, china is not the only country in the world just in case you didn't know) should live in the conditions of which he spoke of(people in every country in the world still live in similar conditions). Do you get it now or should i dumb it down some more???
the part of the movie that made me want to cry was the scene where the Li family sat down at dinner to eat sweet potatoes. Peasants in China between the 50s to the early 70s could only afford to eat sweet potatoes and little else. That was a true reflection of what went on in those days. I know because that is exactly what my mother went through. Seeing that made me so emotional and grateful for what I have today.
I am deeply moved and touched by your story Li. Your life is one of hope.
I will use you as an example for my own child and the children that I teach at school to guide and light their fire inside so that they too can move to the light like the 'frog" - and you..... THANK YOU
I bought the book yesterday. I read the first couple of chapters on the train home. I was so captivated by it, I got home and couldn't put it down. 3.30 this morning, I finally finished it. I feel like crap having little sleep but it was sooo worth it. The best book I have ever read!! Thank you Li xxx
I read the book after I listened to him speak at the Brisbane Writers Fastival in 2008. I fell in love with the book, and became increasingly interested in Chairman Mao's and Communist views. Now, I am not a communist, but i just like the history of it. It also amazes me that so many people lived in such poverty just a few years ago. I saw the movie 2 days ago, and i thought that it was brilliant, with just a few things missing that were in the book. A deffinate must see!
I love how sometimes when he's speaking, he's standing in first position(:
ilovedance1106 2 months ago 2
the part that made me cry in the movie was when he saw his parents after so many years and you could see the guilt in his eyes, then his parents were crying.
lenaax 6 months ago
I can hear his Texas accent through his broken English. How awesome!
itsaboutamy 7 months ago
@itsaboutamy His English isn't broken at all! He speaks better than many but his accent is half Chinese, half Australian. Not Texan. Very awesome :)
swingdancin 6 months ago
@swingdancin Hm. I guess you're right, either way, he's amazing.
itsaboutamy 5 months ago
@itsaboutamy How is that English broken? And where is there any kind of texas accent?
Shangas 2 months ago
He is a great man. A great example.
OSS732 8 months ago
Awesome, Bravo!
cbabyskyc 8 months ago
Hats off to you ;)
Tyippe99 8 months ago
'Dung' Xiaoping mispronounciation
Tyippe99 8 months ago
This is a fantastic record that Mr Li Cunxin had the courage to tell us. All my heart goes to him and hope that he will be even more successful !
jdemeulenaer123 9 months ago
I just finished reading his book, it was such an amazing and emotional life story! It was so good I only took two days to read it!
JeremiahSmiith 11 months ago
Out of the 1 billion people of various ethnic Chinese descent, I am glad to be one of the mere 6.5 million Ethnic Canton Man, born in Hong Kong under a democratic british colonial rule and eventually, just like Lee, I move from California and finally into New South Wales.
MingTheMerciful 11 months ago
@MingTheMerciful I was born in Hong Kong too in the late 80s, I have moved around the world with my parents since literally since born, I lived in Hawaii, mainland China, Canada. Trust me when I say that I appreciate western style of living, but I'm still a Chinese and will always be one, I can't imagine spending the rest of my life anywhere else besides China, because it is my nation, Chinese culture is my culture, the Chinese are my people and it's my birthplace.
devilhunterred 8 months ago 3
@devilhunterred well put mate! being a chinese man, i am so proud of it and i tell people wherever i am that i am chinese. i feel much more comfortable when i said this to others. i have enjoyed learning and studying the western cultures but at the same time, i feel this process of learning brought out the good in me as a chinese. i grew then more and more proud as a chinese native. thanks to the very little knowledge i've learned about the west, i see more and more beauty of my own culture.
lovetangheping 3 months ago
Out of the 1 billion people of various ethnic Chinese descent, I am glad to be an Ethnic Canton Man, born in Hong Kong under a democratic british colonial rule and eventually, just like Lee, I move from California and finally into New South Wales.
MingTheMerciful 11 months ago
james as a victim of a fascistic regime i deny all what you say, it shows me whow ignorant you are and try to defend such inhuman regimes, you should dont talk about thinngs you necer suffered, i could not see my family for mayn years because of fascist policy, so please shut up
Fravahar 11 months ago
1 Li’s family did not pay the costs for him to become a ballet dancer, but the government did. The government also paid full costs for him to get further training in Houston.
2 Li has not paid back anything for the investment, but keeps on complaining about the past, and uses it to make money from people who do not know the true background of the culture.
3 Li would have been a professor in Beijing to teach more students to become world class dancer and more successful in his ballet career.
Jamesl2262 1 year ago
Jamesl2262 fwee times! How u doo dat?!
ThePoopoo098 1 year ago
@ThePoopoo098
A novel is a novel. The reality is the reality. You should visit China and talk to the people before you make any judgment.
Jamesl2262 1 year ago
@Jamesl2262 james as a victim of a fascistic regime i deny all what you say, it shows me whow ignorant you are and try to defend such inhuman regimes, you should dont talk about thinngs you necer suffered, i could not see my family for mayn years because of fascist policy, so please shut up
Fravahar 11 months ago
I lived in China the same time as Li, and left there 25 years ago.
1. The things happened in China at that time were similar to those happened in World War II in the West. China is completely different now.
2. The Chinese government contributed most to Mr. Li's success in his life. We need to see the full picture.
3. If you have been to both India and China, you will understand why.
4. His book did not sell well in China. The Chinese people lost interests on this top. Mr Li should move on
Jamesl2262 1 year ago
im currently reading his book and im loving every part of it ! his writting style is so attractive!! cant wait to c the movie:)
24Ammouna 1 year ago
To think that the government can send someone to walk into the classroom where your child is and just take him away without your authority is an atrocity. Under Communism, nothing belongs to you, not your body, not your children. It is the harsh reality of total state control. Think of those in this country who promote control from the state versus those that promote individual freedom, free markets and choice. Which is it that has made us the beacon of light for the world?
DrMayte 1 year ago
such inspiration from a very wise man. i can't wait to see the movie.
e1leeny 1 year ago
The guy who played him in the movie is hotter.
MusicforMe123 1 year ago
I loved his book. he is TRULY an inspiration.
ccatherinecsc 1 year ago
The people announcing him didn't pronounce his name right.. the Cun should sound like Chuen...
Elryaen 1 year ago
@Elryaen Um. He's pronouncing it perfectly fine for a non-Chinese speaker. The consonant of Cun is supposed to be pronounced like a "ts", and together "ts-wen".
youyouooxx 1 year ago
GREAT MOVIE, GOOD acting, Perfect plot.. overall 8/9
hairudz 1 year ago
That movie was goooood. I like that movie.
stevencaigefei 1 year ago
I read this book a longtime ago...... its really good if you are familiar with dance
LiveLifeBallet96 1 year ago
I was crying as watching the whole movie. How scary the people were in living under that stupid policy. Some part of movie is exactly as same as what my mom told me. I am touched by this wonderful movie.
matildapoon191 1 year ago
gooo watch the movie; i am still in high school and the movie changed my life. i am not kidding. seriously; rent it buy it. really inspiring
deltathebest1 1 year ago
His book is a must read such a heart felt story so beautifully told. i would love to give his mum a hug ;-)
powwow67 1 year ago 3
Li is a good story teller, I was deeply touched and entertained by his way of portraying.
chriszeng8 2 years ago
the sad thing about his story is that its the 21st century and yet billions of people around the world still live in destitute conditions and are starving...
bwoodsfinest 2 years ago 30
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I lived in China the same time as Li, and left there 25 years ago.
1. The things happened in China at that time were similar to those happened in World War II in the West. China is completely different now.
2. The Chinese government contributed most to Mr. Li's success in his life. We need to see the full picture.
3. If you have been to both India and China, you will understand why.
4. His book did not sell well in China. The Chinese people lost interests on this top. Mr Li should move on
Jamesl2262 1 year ago
This has been flagged as spam show
I lived in China the same time as Li, and left there 25 years ago.
1. The things happened in China at that time were similar to those happened in World War II in the West. China is completely different now.
2. The Chinese government contributed most to Mr. Li's success in his life. We need to see the full picture.
3. If you have been to both India and China, you will understand why.
4. His book did not sell well in China. The Chinese people lost interests on this top. Mr Li should move on.
Jamesl2262 1 year ago
@bwoodsfinest
A novel is a novel. The reality is the reality. You should visit China and talk to the people before you make any judgment.
Jamesl2262 1 year ago
@Jamesl2262
My statement was not only about China which is why is said 'around the world'. What I said is a fact.I'm not passing judgment on China nor do I need to visit there to verify what I've said. Even in progressive nations like the US people live in squalor. The conditions of which he spoke of extend far beyond China's borders. The point that I made which clearly went over your head is with the knowledge and resources we have today, no one should live in these conditions.
bwoodsfinest 1 year ago
@bwoodsfinest
I have recently visited Qingdao where Li used to live nearby. The people there appeared very rich and happy. The city Qingdao was the host city for the sailing competition of Beijing Olympic Games (please see the website). The government has done pretty good job for the people.
Jamesl2262 1 year ago
@Jamesl2262
I'm going to say it in the dumbest way possible.Maybe then you'll understand. The point i was making is that with all of the technology and resources that we have today, no one in the WORLD, china is not the only country in the world just in case you didn't know) should live in the conditions of which he spoke of(people in every country in the world still live in similar conditions). Do you get it now or should i dumb it down some more???
bwoodsfinest 1 year ago
the part of the movie that made me want to cry was the scene where the Li family sat down at dinner to eat sweet potatoes. Peasants in China between the 50s to the early 70s could only afford to eat sweet potatoes and little else. That was a true reflection of what went on in those days. I know because that is exactly what my mother went through. Seeing that made me so emotional and grateful for what I have today.
Eyecandy4u 2 years ago 24
@Eyecandy4u I'm pretty sure they ate yams... that's what the book said...
XxTwiPiresxX 1 year ago
@Eyecandy4u It was a terrible times during the Great Famine in China.
devilhunterred 8 months ago
@Eyecandy4u it was yams... even worse
markirox 7 months ago
Maybe it worth risk-taking? Maybe........
lida15 2 years ago
I am deeply moved and touched by your story Li. Your life is one of hope.
I will use you as an example for my own child and the children that I teach at school to guide and light their fire inside so that they too can move to the light like the 'frog" - and you..... THANK YOU
Catherine
catherine850 2 years ago
I am reading the book now and it's truly the best book I have read. A truly gifted and wonderful man. Thankyou Li for sharing your story.
MaggieS63 2 years ago
saw the movie.. very moving.. i definitely cried at the end :(
hanacurekovic 2 years ago
Just saw Li speak yesterday...truely inspirational
borneojk 2 years ago
I bought the book yesterday. I read the first couple of chapters on the train home. I was so captivated by it, I got home and couldn't put it down. 3.30 this morning, I finally finished it. I feel like crap having little sleep but it was sooo worth it. The best book I have ever read!! Thank you Li xxx
sala1200 2 years ago 2
I read the book after I listened to him speak at the Brisbane Writers Fastival in 2008. I fell in love with the book, and became increasingly interested in Chairman Mao's and Communist views. Now, I am not a communist, but i just like the history of it. It also amazes me that so many people lived in such poverty just a few years ago. I saw the movie 2 days ago, and i thought that it was brilliant, with just a few things missing that were in the book. A deffinate must see!
JCme7000 2 years ago
Im not sure whether I want to see the movie. Is it as good as the book? Thanks xxx
sala1200 2 years ago
The Movie was amazing. Full stop =)
AznGenes1s 2 years ago
i would say it s even better than the book. =)
poptakki 2 years ago
i read the book
Matty7159 2 years ago
i watched the movie and it is a very good movie but it is kinda sad for him when he was growing up
chams4 2 years ago
such strong words.. very moving
matty950 2 years ago
i met him
MrDaisoner 2 years ago
he went and did a talk at my friends school, lol.
yourmumxcore 2 years ago