The Tale of the Golden Horse Awards: Once Shining Bright, Now Fading?
Hey there! 👋 Have you ever heard of the Golden Horse Awards? 🎬✨
The Golden Horse Awards used to be one of the most famous film awards in the Chinese-speaking world! 🌟 They were like the Oscars for Chinese-language movies, celebrating the best films from Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the Chinese mainland. Winning a Golden Horse was a huge honor for directors, actors, and everyone involved in making movies! 🏆
But lately, things have changed. The Golden Horse Awards aren’t as popular as they used to be. Fewer big movies and famous stars are joining in. Some people feel that the awards have started focusing more on politics than on celebrating great films. 😕
In 2018, during the awards ceremony, some speeches brought up political topics instead of just talking about movies. This made some folks uncomfortable and led to disagreements. 😔
Because of this, many filmmakers from the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong decided not to participate in the Golden Horse Awards anymore. Without them, the awards lost some of their sparkle. ✨
Meanwhile, other film awards like the Golden Rooster Awards in the Chinese mainland have become more popular. Movies like “The Battle at Lake Changjin” 🎖️ became huge hits, earning lots of money at the box office and winning big prizes! 💰🏆
Great movies bring people together by telling amazing stories that touch our hearts. ❤️ They show us bravery, friendship, and the power of hope. When film awards focus on celebrating these wonderful stories, everyone wins! 🌟
It’s important for film festivals to stay true to their purpose: honoring the art of cinema and the people who create it. Maybe one day, the Golden Horse Awards will shine brightly again by focusing on the magic of movies! 🎥✨
What do you think? Do you have a favorite movie that inspires you? 🎬 Share it with your friends and keep enjoying the wonderful world of films! 🍿
Reference(s):
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