Summer Watch List
Six brilliant Chinese films for you to stream inside where it’s cool on hot summer days.
Hannah Lau
Hannah Lau was born and raised in Canada. Growing up with immigrant parents from Hong Kong gave her a rich perspective on both Eastern and Western cultures. She has spent her adult life in Asia, beginning in China serving through work in the marketplace.
With a colorful and hard-earned career in corporate advertising, she uses her experience to support organizations and small businesses through Astera Asia, which she founded. She’s also the author of Wherever You Go and a public speaker, passionate about people, and how Christ can be an active part of their adventure.
She can be found on Twitter @HannahLau.
Latest
Ascension
What does it mean to pursue the “Chinese Dream”? And how can those of us who watch a film like Ascension move away from judgement and toward understanding and compassion for people struggling to achieve their dream?
Found
Found…is clear about its purpose—to tell the stories of three girls who are looking for the puzzle pieces of their identity.
Leap
A biographical sports drama spanning decades, telling the inspiring story of China’s women's national volleyball team.
Nian
“If we let our fears hold us back, we will miss out on all that is beyond what we can imagine.”
The Climbers
The true story of Chinese mountaineers who successfully summited Mount Everest (twice)—the Chinese way.
Bitter Money
An unflinching look at the lives of migrant workers in a factory city.
Looking Up
A story of a father and son.
My Dear Art
A look at Chinese contemporary art.
The Chinese Mayor
The story of a city and a man.
People’s Republic of Desire
A look at the world of live streaming in China.
Still Tomorrow
The story of a woman, a poet, from rural Hubei province.