China’s grip on Hollywood

World War Z is an apocalyptic horror novel that presents a series of interviews conducted by a fictionalized version of the author, Max Brooks, a decade after the end of the Zombie War. The book chronicles the outbreak of the zombie pandemic, which begins in China and quickly spreads globally, causing widespread chaos and the collapse of global order. The narrative includes accounts from various individuals around the world, highlighting the desperate struggle for survival, the failures and successes of different countries' responses, and the eventual reclaiming of the planet through a combination of military strategies and societal changes. The novel comments on themes such as government ineptitude, survivalism, and the human condition in the face of catastrophic events.

Red Carpet explores the complex relationship between Hollywood and China, highlighting how China's influence in the film industry reflects a broader struggle for cultural supremacy. The book delves into the history of Hollywood's entanglement with foreign governments and the impact of China's growing film industry on global entertainment. It also examines how China uses its influence to control the narrative of China globally through film.

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is a 2000 wuxia film directed by Ang Lee, based on the novel of the same name by Wang Dulu. It follows the story of a warrior and a young woman who fall in love.