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Jun 05, 2017jazpur rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
A beautiful film and a revealing one about Communist China.
Oct 28, 2015Eil_1 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
The life of this young boy who became a famous ballet dancer is utterly amazing. The methods used to train these young people is incredible. Despite all, Li Cunxin became a famous person and found his life in other than Communist China. …
MANFRED JOHANN GARTNER
Oct 13, 2015MANFRED JOHANN GARTNER rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Every person in China should read this book. It would be eye opening for them.
sultanov
Aug 25, 2014
Loved it. Truly fascinating story about a young boy who comes from communist China and becomes the world star.
Dec 06, 2013oboechica88 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
unxin's insight into communist China as well as into the art of dance makes for an absolutely compelling read.I had originally seen the movie based on this book when it came out a couple years ago (watch it - it will be well worth your…
Apr 03, 2013Isabela81 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A very good book. Beautifully written. A book for all age groups!
Dec 14, 2012
I loved this book! I think any age group would enjoy it! I loved how it gave such a clear insight to China, during Mao's reign. It was really fascinating!
Dec 14, 2012
This was a good movie, but it was completely different to the book. I think the book is a LOT better. Still, I enjoyed watching it. NOTE: You need a box of tissues while you watch this!
Jun 17, 2012
Wow. This was a really beautiful and inspiring story! My teacher actually lent it to me and I just got around to reading it (so I can return it) but I'm so glad I did! I found that the beginning was a bit slow, but that was mainly to…
Mar 17, 2012MINKA2121 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I loved the book and movie . Elena A.
Mar 17, 2012mprimom rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
What a great book, beautiful story. I recommend this book ! Li really have you hook on, cannot put it down. One of the best in a long time.
Sep 03, 2011shadynz rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Very emotional movie...wonderful acting and the dancing was ahmazing!
Feb 16, 2011Sue2 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed the movie first, then wanted to read the book. The book has something for the athletic, artistic, and politically minded reader. It was very inspiring. I recommend it.
Nov 06, 2010grace321 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I originally reserved this "book" thinking it was the DVD of a trailer I had seen. I decided to read the book when it came in and found an amazing story. I don't see how a movie would be able to tell Li Cunxin story and give the same feel…
hippyheart
Jun 29, 2010hippyheart rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
It's not only the story, but the way it is written that makes this book compelling.
Apr 11, 2009
Completely interesting Asian history.