Zhang Ziyi appointed to film committee

Chinese film star Zhang Ziyi was appointed vice director of the Chinese Young Film Workers this week.

Zhang will help promote Chinese films on the international market as part of her new position.

The committee is led by actor Zhang Guoli and its goal is to strengthen China's film industry and to expand its influence to worldwide audiences.

Zhang Ziyi appointed to film committee

Chinese film star Zhang Ziyi was appointed vice director of the Chinese Young Film Workers this week.

Zhang will help promote Chinese films on the international market as part of her new position.

The committee is led by actor Zhang Guoli and its goal is to strengthen China's film industry and to expand its influence to worldwide audiences.

Bata Reyes waits for half-million from pool championship

Philippine billiards great Bata Reyes still has not seen his $500,000 prize, the largest in the game, after winning the International Pool Tour World Open 8-Ball championship at the Grand Resort and Casino in Reno, Nevada.

Reyes at 52 continues to amaze younger players with his longevity, but he may be losing some of his classic coolness awaiting the big payoff.

Multi-millionaire Kevin Trudeau, founder of the International Pool Tour, has assured Reyes that he will receive his money.


Bata Reyes, 52, with IPT founder Kevin Trudeau. Source: International Pool Tour.