Shenzhen News – Shenzhen – That’s Shenzhen

'The Farewell' Cinema Release Postponed in China

The release of The Farewell, one of the most hotly anticipated Chinese cinema releases of the year, has been postponed until further notice.

by Bryan Grogan, 27 November 2019

Number of Young Smokers in China Has Risen By Almost 50%

The number people aged 15 to 24 who smoke has risen to 18.6% from 12.5% in 2013. That's a 48.8% increase over the course of just six years.

by Bryan Grogan, 26 November 2019

Drago Lazetich Chats Films 'Shanghai Story' and 'The Eight Hundred'

This month we spoke to filmmaker and actor Drago Lazetich about some of the projects he’s currently working on.

by Bryan Grogan, 22 November 2019

Founder of Letter Records, Nick Cao, is Looking to the Future

We caught up with Cao to talk about his decision to leave Shengjian Records, his opinion on bedroom rock in China and upcoming plans for Letter Records.

by Bryan Grogan, 20 November 2019

Pema Tseden is Leading a Growing Crowd of Influential Tibet Filmmakers

Tibet, a region of undeniable beauty, soaring mountain peaks and harsh landscapes, is increasingly becoming a vital center for cinematic experimentation in China.

by Bryan Grogan, 17 November 2019

Múm Talk Iconic Debut Album and Recording in Beautiful Places

We caught up with founding member of the band, Örvar Smárason, to talk more what they are looking forward to on their upcoming tour of China.

by Bryan Grogan, 15 November 2019

Beijing Producer Radiax Talks Kick Drums and Rooming With Joy Ginger

We talked to the producer ahead of Unchained Recordings’ China tour, and ahead of his new EP release.

by Bryan Grogan, 14 November 2019

The Drums' Jonathan Pierce on the Benefits of Being Pure at Heart

The Drums could never be accused of not making personal, intimate tracks, the latest album from Pierce, Brutalism, sees him connect with the music of his childhood.

by Bryan Grogan, 08 November 2019