In the mood for entertainment: from a celebrity gala dinner to hard-nosed investment talks, the 2006 Entertainment Expo Hong Kong proves itself to be one of few events that effectively marry the glamorous and business aspects of our industry.(event)

As if to symbolize that the Hong Kong film industry-currently in a slump--is still alive and kicking, veteran action hero Jackie Chan made a surprise appearance at the Opening Ceremony of Entertainment Expo and the Gala Evening of the 25th Hong Kong Film Awards. Seated on a director's chair affixed to a crane arm, the iconic star was hoisted several hundred feet above a banquet of invited guests and fellow artistes.

Perched aloft, he went on to give a scripted opening address about the recent accolades bestowed on local filmmakers. In his inimitable way, Chan injected a healthy dose ...

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