leejcandle Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 So what Chinese DVD movies do you all recommend? Any in Chinese with english subtitles??? I am taking Mandarin lessons and listening to the language can only help. Plus a little culture can't hurt (too much)!!! My favorites (not necessarily in order): The Road Home :: Romance Da Jie (´ó½ã) :: Romance, culture, TV Drama Series,Chinese subtitles only The Jasmine Women :: Romance Together :: Culture, Father/son bond To Live :: Culture Hero :: Action, available with Chinese subtitles Fearless :: Action, culture, a little romance Fist of Legend :: Action Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon :: Action, Romance Warriors of Heaven and Earth :: Action Eat Drink Man and Woman :: Romance The Wedding Banquet :: Romance, comedy j¨©q¨ªng r¨¢nsh¨¡o de su¨¬yu¨¨ (¼¤ÇéȼÉÕµÄËêÔÂ) :: Romance, long marriage into old age, TV Series, Chinese subtitles k¨¤oj¨¬n n¨« w¨¥nnu¨£n w¨¯ (¿¿½üÄã.ÎÂůÎÒ) :: Romance, TV Series, Chinese subtitles I recommend TV Series, because they have lots of different domestic and workplace situations using contemporary language among family members and couples. "Together" is a good example of a movie with those elements. Chines subtitles are good for learning new vocabulary, after you move beyond the basics. Link to comment
bosco Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 I wish they had movies with Pinyin subtitles. I haven't begun to learn Han zi yet. Ling will begin to teach me when she arrives in America. Link to comment
phantom1949 Posted January 20, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 So what Chinese DVD movies do you all recommend? Any in Chinese with english subtitles??? I am taking Mandarin lessons and listening to the language can only help. Plus a little culture can't hurt (too much)!!! My favorites (not necessarily in order): The Road Home :: Romance Da Jie (´ó½ã) :: Romance, culture, TV Drama Series,Chinese subtitles only The Jasmine Women :: Romance Together :: Culture, Father/son bond To Live :: Culture Hero :: Action, available with Chinese subtitles Fearless :: Action, culture, a little romance Fist of Legend :: Action Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon :: Action, Romance Warriors of Heaven and Earth :: Action Eat Drink Man and Woman :: Romance The Wedding Banquet :: Romance, comedy j¨©q¨ªng r¨¢nsh¨¡o de su¨¬yu¨¨ (¼¤ÇéȼÉÕµÄËêÔÂ) :: Romance, long marriage into old age, TV Series, Chinese subtitles k¨¤oj¨¬n n¨« w¨¥nnu¨£n w¨¯ (¿¿½üÄã.ÎÂůÎÒ) :: Romance, TV Series, Chinese subtitles I recommend TV Series, because they have lots of different domestic and workplace situations using contemporary language among family members and couples. "Together" is a good example of a movie with those elements. Chines subtitles are good for learning new vocabulary, after you move beyond the basics. So these are in Mandarin with English subtitles if I want. I am looking to practice and leanrmore about the culture also and find movies that Nicole may like. Where did you buy these????? Link to comment
leejcandle Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 So what Chinese DVD movies do you all recommend? Any in Chinese with english subtitles??? I am taking Mandarin lessons and listening to the language can only help. Plus a little culture can't hurt (too much)!!! My favorites (not necessarily in order): The Road Home :: RomanceDa Jie (´ó½ã) :: Romance, culture, TV Drama Series,Chinese subtitles onlyThe Jasmine Women :: RomanceTogether :: Culture, Father/son bondTo Live :: CultureHero :: Action, available with Chinese subtitlesFearless :: Action, culture, a little romanceFist of Legend :: ActionCrouching Tiger Hidden Dragon :: Action, RomanceWarriors of Heaven and Earth :: ActionEat Drink Man and Woman :: Romance The Wedding Banquet :: Romance, comedyj¨©q¨ªng r¨¢nsh¨¡o de su¨¬yu¨¨ (¼¤ÇéȼÉÕµÄËêÔÂ) :: Romance, long marriage into old age, TV Series, Chinese subtitlesk¨¤oj¨¬n n¨« w¨¥nnu¨£n w¨¯ (¿¿½üÄã.ÎÂůÎÒ) :: Romance, TV Series, Chinese subtitles I recommend TV Series, because they have lots of different domestic and workplace situations using contemporary language among family members and couples. "Together" is a good example of a movie with those elements. Chines subtitles are good for learning new vocabulary, after you move beyond the basics. So these are in Mandarin with English subtitles if I want. I am looking to practice and leanrmore about the culture also and find movies that Nicole may like. Where did you buy these????? There's the rub; sometimes you may not be able to get both subtitles. Hero, for example, is available in both; Fearless though, I've only been able to find in one or the other. Generally, if you buy from a domestic supplier (I normally use Amazon.com for most general DVDs), you get US releases with English subtitles. Some DVDs come with multiple subtitles (Hero comes with Traditional, Simplified, etc.) The TV series were produced for Mainland China audiences, so come with only Simplified Chinese subtitles. Unfortunately, some movies (older titles) might come with no subtitles; such as the classics "Dream of the Red Chamber (ºìÂ¥ÃÎ)" and "Journey to the West (Î÷ÓμÇ)". I basically can't (yet) watch those, because I depend on Simplified Chinese subtitles to follow along. (I have a hard time with Traditional Chinese). While in the US. I usually buy from YesAsia.com, so that I can get Mainland releases with at least Chinese subtitles. The listings usually tell what languages and subtitles. YesAsia lets you browse in English, Simplified or Traditional Chinese, or Japanese (maybe Korean?). I've bought some in China. Once I'd planned a trip or already there, I'll make a list, then my wife takes me to the video or better book stores to find what I have listed. She bargains for the prices, and of course I've saved on shipping. I've bought at least one of my TV dramas in Houston, at a book store on Bellaire Blvd. To obtain Chinese subtitles for US releases, I search on http://bt.shooter.cn/. Unfortunately for many, the site is only in Simplified Chinese. From there, I've downloaded subtitles for Together, CrouchingTigerHiddenDragon, etc. By the way, I have a region-free DVD player that can play PAL source. The problem with my player, ironically, is that even though it can read subtitle files on a disk with a video source such as .avi, it doesn't support Chinese text. Link to comment
tonado Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 http://us.yesasia.com/en/Browse/BrowseFron...on-all/did-157/ Chinese TV series with English Subtitles. Link to comment
sawadee Posted January 21, 2007 Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 http://us.yesasia.com/en/Browse/BrowseFron...on-all/did-157/ Chinese TV series with English Subtitles.I bought 1983 TVB version of Legend of the Condor Heroes last August, watched it w/my husband, we really enjoyed it, so when the new release of The Duke of Mount Deer came out, we ordered it. It is a little pricy but really worth the money. Link to comment
phantom1949 Posted January 22, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2007 So what Chinese DVD movies do you all recommend? Any in Chinese with english subtitles??? I am taking Mandarin lessons and listening to the language can only help. Plus a little culture can't hurt (too much)!!! My favorites (not necessarily in order): The Road Home :: RomanceDa Jie (´ó½ã) :: Romance, culture, TV Drama Series,Chinese subtitles onlyThe Jasmine Women :: RomanceTogether :: Culture, Father/son bondTo Live :: CultureHero :: Action, available with Chinese subtitlesFearless :: Action, culture, a little romanceFist of Legend :: ActionCrouching Tiger Hidden Dragon :: Action, RomanceWarriors of Heaven and Earth :: ActionEat Drink Man and Woman :: Romance The Wedding Banquet :: Romance, comedyj¨©q¨ªng r¨¢nsh¨¡o de su¨¬yu¨¨ (¼¤ÇéȼÉÕµÄËêÔÂ) :: Romance, long marriage into old age, TV Series, Chinese subtitlesk¨¤oj¨¬n n¨« w¨¥nnu¨£n w¨¯ (¿¿½üÄã.ÎÂůÎÒ) :: Romance, TV Series, Chinese subtitles I recommend TV Series, because they have lots of different domestic and workplace situations using contemporary language among family members and couples. "Together" is a good example of a movie with those elements. Chines subtitles are good for learning new vocabulary, after you move beyond the basics. So these are in Mandarin with English subtitles if I want. I am looking to practice and leanrmore about the culture also and find movies that Nicole may like. Where did you buy these????? There's the rub; sometimes you may not be able to get both subtitles. Hero, for example, is available in both; Fearless though, I've only been able to find in one or the other. Generally, if you buy from a domestic supplier (I normally use Amazon.com for most general DVDs), you get US releases with English subtitles. Some DVDs come with multiple subtitles (Hero comes with Traditional, Simplified, etc.) The TV series were produced for Mainland China audiences, so come with only Simplified Chinese subtitles. Unfortunately, some movies (older titles) might come with no subtitles; such as the classics "Dream of the Red Chamber (ºìÂ¥ÃÎ)" and "Journey to the West (Î÷ÓμÇ)". I basically can't (yet) watch those, because I depend on Simplified Chinese subtitles to follow along. (I have a hard time with Traditional Chinese). While in the US. I usually buy from YesAsia.com, so that I can get Mainland releases with at least Chinese subtitles. The listings usually tell what languages and subtitles. YesAsia lets you browse in English, Simplified or Traditional Chinese, or Japanese (maybe Korean?). I've bought some in China. Once I'd planned a trip or already there, I'll make a list, then my wife takes me to the video or better book stores to find what I have listed. She bargains for the prices, and of course I've saved on shipping. B) I've bought at least one of my TV dramas in Houston, at a book store on Bellaire Blvd. To obtain Chinese subtitles for US releases, I search on http://bt.shooter.cn/. Unfortunately for many, the site is only in Simplified Chinese. From there, I've downloaded subtitles for Together, CrouchingTigerHiddenDragon, etc. By the way, I have a region-free DVD player that can play PAL source. The problem with my player, ironically, is that even though it can read subtitle files on a disk with a video source such as .avi, it doesn't support Chinese text. I am more interested in Mandarin spoken and english subtitles so I and listen to the words and see the english translation. Link to comment
leejcandle Posted January 22, 2007 Report Share Posted January 22, 2007 I am more interested in Mandarin spoken and english subtitles so I and listen to the words and see the english translation. There are plenty of movies available for you that way; and can be bought in US releases; Mandarin language with English subtitles. But there are some problems: Mandarin syntax is very different from English; often what's being said is reversed, might even have different parts of a sentence in different frames of video, the English and Mandarin parts of sentence can be in different frames. Without some basics and glossary, difficult to pick up much. Many times, the translation is far from literal; the English translation could be saying a totally different phrase from the Mandarin; so they don't associate. (I studied Japanese for some years, and I had lots of fun pointing out how subtitles were different from the spoken dialog; really funny sometimes once your listening comprehension is far enough along.) Some "period" movies (for example CrouchingTigerHiddenDragon) use archaic speech. Sometimes following along with both the English subtitles and holding the Chinese text in hand, I had a hard time finding some Chinese words in the dictionary, because they're not used in modern speech. Of course, there are many western movies with the same sort of challenge for a new speaker of English. Back to your original quest; most of my US releases of Mandarin language with English subtitled movies, I bought on Amazon. On the information pages, you can check for the language and subtitle options. More importantly, there's a category search; look for "Art House and International", then by "Original Language". Then amongst the titles offered, check each DVDs page for whether the original language is Mandarin or Cantonese. Sometimes both are available, and including English subtitles. Link to comment
phantom1949 Posted January 22, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2007 I am more interested in Mandarin spoken and english subtitles so I and listen to the words and see the english translation. There are plenty of movies available for you that way; and can be bought in US releases; Mandarin language with English subtitles. But there are some problems: Mandarin syntax is very different from English; often what's being said is reversed, might even have different parts of a sentence in different frames of video, the English and Mandarin parts of sentence can be in different frames. Without some basics and glossary, difficult to pick up much. Many times, the translation is far from literal; the English translation could be saying a totally different phrase from the Mandarin; so they don't associate. (I studied Japanese for some years, and I had lots of fun pointing out how subtitles were different from the spoken dialog; really funny sometimes once your listening comprehension is far enough along.) Some "period" movies (for example CrouchingTigerHiddenDragon) use archaic speech. Sometimes following along with both the English subtitles and holding the Chinese text in hand, I had a hard time finding some Chinese words in the dictionary, because they're not used in modern speech. Of course, there are many western movies with the same sort of challenge for a new speaker of English. Back to your original quest; most of my US releases of Mandarin language with English subtitled movies, I bought on Amazon. On the information pages, you can check for the language and subtitle options. More importantly, there's a category search; look for "Art House and International", then by "Original Language". Then amongst the titles offered, check each DVDs page for whether the original language is Mandarin or Cantonese. Sometimes both are available, and including English subtitles. I look forward to our meeting. Lawrence Link to comment
david_dawei Posted January 22, 2007 Report Share Posted January 22, 2007 http://us.yesasia.com/en/Browse/BrowseFron...on-all/did-157/ Chinese TV series with English Subtitles.I bought 1983 TVB version of Legend of the Condor Heroes last August, watched it w/my husband, we really enjoyed it, so when the new release of The Duke of Mount Deer came out, we ordered it. It is a little pricy but really worth the money.we bought the same 1983 series in china... when in china, I spend as much time as needed to find movies as I will never find them as cheap again. When back in the states, on word: EBAY. I've built most of my collection carefully ordering multiple orders from those who give discounts... Link to comment
Am4wag Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 I've been going to the local pawn shop.They have hundreds of DVD's.4$ each/3 for 10$.I look on the back for chinese subtitles. Link to comment
phantom1949 Posted January 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 I've been going to the local pawn shop.They have hundreds of DVD's.4$ each/3 for 10$.I look on the back for chinese subtitles. That is a great idea. I am looking for Mandarin language with english subtitle so I can hear the language better.... Link to comment
Am4wag Posted January 28, 2007 Report Share Posted January 28, 2007 It works both ways.The SO can enjoy American movies that have Chinese subtitles too... Link to comment
aclassic Posted January 31, 2007 Report Share Posted January 31, 2007 I guess my question is, "What are the classics and love stories"? I wanted to start picking up some DVD's that Nicole might enjoy and that would be comforting to her. Great minds think alike! I was thinking about taking some DVD's to China next March or April Link to comment
bosco Posted January 31, 2007 Report Share Posted January 31, 2007 I've taken a variety of American DVD's to China and I've collected many Chinese movies. We both can use the extra practice understanding spoken language. Written is so much easier.... Link to comment
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