Author: Emily Smith
Publisher: Tebbo
ISBN: 9781486473441
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 284
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Datuk Seri Michelle Yeoh Choo-Kheng (born 6 August 1963), DPMP, SPMP, is a Hong Kong based Malaysian actress, best known for performing her own stunts in the Hong Kong action films that brought her to fame in the early 1990s. Born in Ipoh, Malaysia, she is based in Hong Kong and was chosen by People magazine as one of the 50 Most Beautiful People in the World in 1997. She is best known in the Western world for her roles in the 1997 James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies, playing Wai Lin, and the multiple Academy Award-winning Chinese-language martial arts film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, for which she was nominated the BAFTA in 2000, for Best Actress. In 2008, the film critic website Rotten Tomatoes ranked her the greatest action heroine of all time. In 2009, she was listed by People magazine - as the only Asian actress - as one of the "35 All-Time Screen Beauties." She is credited as Michelle Khan in some of her earlier films. This alias was chosen by the D&B studio who thought it might be more marketable to international and western audiences. Yeoh later preferred using her real name. This book is your ultimate resource for Michelle Yeoh. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more. In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about Michelle Yeoh's Early life, Career and Personal life right away. A quick look inside: Michelle Yeoh, BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, Bond girl, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Denise Richards, Dickson Poon, Executioners (film), Far North (2007 film), Fearless (2006 film), Hong Kong, In the Line of Duty (film series), Ipoh, Izabella Scorupco, Jean Todt, Jet Li, Kuala Lumpur, Kung Fu Panda 2, MTV Asia Awards, Magnificent Warriors, Martial arts film, Memoirs of a Geisha, Miss Malaysia, Moonlight Express, Once a Cop, Police Story 3: Super Cop, Reign of Assassins, Royal Academy of Dance, Seraph (The Matrix), Silver Hawk, Soong Ai-ling, The Children of Huang Shi, The Heroic Trio, The Lady (2011 film), The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor...and more pages Contains selected content from the highest rated entries, typeset, printed and shipped, combining the advantages of up-to-date and in-depth knowledge with the convenience of printed books. A portion of the proceeds of each book will be donated to the Wikimedia Foundation to support their mission.
Author: Nancy L. Stair
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 9780823935208
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 120
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Presents a biography of the well-known actress and martial arts master, Michelle Yeoh, and includes action photographs and a listing of her films.
Author: Emily Smith
Publisher: Tebbo
ISBN: 9781743385173
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 118
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Michelle Lynn Monaghan (born March 23, 1976) is an American actress known for her roles in Mission: Impossible III, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Gone Baby Gone, Made of Honor, The Heartbreak Kid, Eagle Eye, and Source Code. This book is your ultimate resource for Michelle Monaghan. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more. In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about her Early life, Career and Personal life right away. A quick look inside: Michelle Monaghan, Young Americans (TV series), Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (season 2), Unfaithful (2002 film), Boston Public, It Runs in the Family (2003 film), Winter Solstice (film), The Bourne Supremacy (film), Constantine (film), Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005 film), North Country (film), Mission: Impossible III, Gone Baby Gone, The Heartbreak Kid (2007 film), Trucker (film), Made of Honor, Eagle Eye, Somewhere (film), Due Date, Source Code, Machine Gun Preacher, Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol.
Author: Angela Song
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0593813316
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Taiwanese action movie star and Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh, the first person of Asian descent to win an Academy Award for Best Actress. It's the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages! This Little Golden Book about Michelle Yeoh—the first person of Asian descent to win an Academy Award for Best Actress, known for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Crazy Rich Asians, and Everything Everywhere All At Once—is an inspiring read-aloud for young kids as well as fans of any age! Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • Rita Moreno • Steven Spielberg • William Shatner • Keanu Reeves • Arnold Schwarzenegger
Author: Ji-li Jiang
Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
ISBN: 9781423127543
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
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A winter illness left Lotus, a little girl, without a voice and without friends. A hunter's bullet left Feather, a crane, injured and unable to fly. As Lotus nurses Feather back to health, their bond grows. Soon Feather is following Lotus everywhere, even to school! The bird dances to the girl's reed whistle, much to the delight of the other children. One day, when the village floods, Feather helps raise the alarm as Lotus and her grandfather urge their neighbors to get to high ground. Feather is a true friend to Lotus, but the time comes when Lotus must be a true friend to him--by encouraging him to migrate with the rest of the cranes. The next spring, Feather miraculously returns, and that's not all . . . he has brought new life to the nearby lake. Inspired by the true story of a crane that rescued a Chinese village, and graced with sensitive watercolor illustrations, this lovely book about respecting nature offers deep emotion and delightful surprises.
Author: Gilad James, PhD
Publisher: Gilad James Mystery School
ISBN: 5046206099
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 63
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Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress who is renowned for her martial arts skills, poise, and charm. She was born on August 6, 1962, in Ipoh, a city in Malaysia. As a young girl, she was enamored with dance, particularly ballet, and went on to represent Malaysia at the Miss World pageant in 1983, where she placed third. However, it was her foray into martial arts that would cement her place as a household name. Yeoh quickly became a skilled martial artist and impressed everyone with her debut film, ‘The Heroic Trio,’ in 1993. Since then, Yeoh has starred in several successful films, including ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,’ ‘Tomorrow Never Dies,’ and ‘Memoirs of a Geisha.’ Apart from acting, Yeoh is also involved in various philanthropic projects, including her long-time work as a global ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme, where she helps to promote gender equality and alleviate poverty. Additionally, she has donated millions of dollars to various causes throughout her career as an actress. Her achievements have garnered several accolades, including the Legion of Honour (France) and the Commander of the Order of the British Empire (UK). Overall, Yeoh's impressive career in both acting and philanthropy has earned her a place as one of the most talented and respected figures in the entertainment industry. Overall, Michelle Yeoh's life and career have been marked by excellence, dedication, and a passion for making a difference. She has proved herself to be an incredibly versatile and multi-talented artist, and her tireless commitment to philanthropy makes her a true inspiration to many. Whether it is through her acting abilities, her martial arts skills, or her charitable contributions, Yeoh has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment and beyond, and she continues to inspire and impress people all around the world through her work.
Author: Emily Smith
Publisher: Tebbo
ISBN: 9781743388464
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 262
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Michelle Marie Pfeiffer (born April 29, 1958) is an American actress. She made her film debut in 1980 in The Hollywood Knights, but first garnered mainstream attention with her performance in Brian De Palma's Scarface (1983). Pfeiffer has won numerous awards for her work. She received six consecutive Golden Globe Award nominations, winning the Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama award in 1990 for The Fabulous Baker Boys. She also won the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Dangerous Liaisons, and the Silver Bear for Best Actress for Love Field, and has been nominated for three Academy Awards for the same films. This book is your ultimate resource for Michelle Pfeiffer. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more. In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about her Early life, Career and Personal life right away. A quick look inside: Michelle Pfeiffer, The Hollywood Knights, Falling in Love Again (1980 film), Charlie Chan and the Curse of the Dragon Queen, Grease 2, Scarface (1983 film), Into the Night (film), Ladyhawke, Sweet Liberty, The Witches of Eastwick (film), Amazon Women on the Moon, Married to the Mob, Tequila Sunrise (film), Dangerous Liaisons, The Fabulous Baker Boys, The Russia House (film), Frankie and Johnny (1991 film), Batman Returns, Catwoman, Love Field (film), The Age of Innocence (film), Wolf (film), Dangerous Minds, Up Close & Personal, To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday, One Fine Day (film), A Thousand Acres (film), The Prince of Egypt, The Deep End of the Ocean (film), A Midsummer Night's Dream (1999 film), The Story of Us, What Lies Beneath, I Am Sam, White Oleander (film), Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas, Stardust (2007 film), Hairspray (2007 film), I Could Never Be Your Woman, Personal Effects, Cheri (film), New Year's Eve (film), Welcome to People, Dark Shadows (film), Fantasy Island, Delta House, B.A.D. Cats, Splendor in the Grass (1981 film), The Last Temptation of Homer.
Author: Isabel Spurlock
Publisher: Tebbo
ISBN: 9781742448565
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 150
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Michelle Ingrid Williams (born September 9, 1980) is an American actress. She first achieved recognition for her role as Jen Lindley on The WB television teen drama, Dawson's Creek, from 1998 to 2003. Williams later graduated to full-length features, including Prozac Nation (2001), Brokeback Mountain (2005), for which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, as well as I'm Not There (2007), Shutter Island (2010) and Blue Valentine (2010), for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. This book is your ultimate resource for Michelle Williams. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more. In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about her Early life, Career and Personal life right away: Lassie (1994 film), Species (movie), Killing Mr. Griffin, A Thousand Acres (film), Halloween H20: 20 Years Later, Dawson's Creek, Dick (film), But I'm a Cheerleader, If These Walls Could Talk 2, Me Without You (film), Prozac Nation (film), The United States of Leland, The Station Agent, Land of Plenty, Imaginary Heroes, A Hole in One, The Baxter, Brokeback Mountain, The Hawk Is Dying, The Hottest State, I'm Not There, Deception (2008 film), Incendiary (film), Synecdoche, New York, Wendy and Lucy, Mammoth (2009 film), Shutter Island (film), Blue Valentine (film), Meek's Cutoff, My Week with Marilyn. Contains selected content from the highest rated entries, typeset, printed and shipped, combining the advantages of up-to-date and in-depth knowledge with the convenience of printed books. A portion of the proceeds of each book will be donated to the Wikimedia Foundation to support their mission.
Author: Priscilla Tan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789814974998
Category : Actresses
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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The Awesome Women Series Activists: Michelle Yeoh is a lovingly-illustrated board book to inspire young girls and boys to be anything they want to be. Each board book pays tribute to one awesome female role model by recounting her struggles, her challenges, how she overcame them and her achievements.Did you know that Michelle Yeoh relied on her ballet experience to perform the fighting scenes as she was not a trained martial artist? Enjoy real-life inspirational stories with your littles ones today and learn other fun facts about these awesome female Activists.Are you ready to be awesome too?
Author: Emily Smith
Publisher: Tebbo
ISBN: 9781486477678
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 294
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Donnie Yen Ji-dan (born 27 July 1963) is a Hong Kong-based Chinese martial artist, film director and producer, action choreographer, and world wushu tournament medalist. Apart from being a well-known film and television actor in Hong Kong, Yen has also gained international recognition for appearing in many films together with other prominent and internationally-known actors such as Jackie Chan, Jet Li and Michelle Yeoh. Yen is widely credited by many as the person responsible for popularizing the traditional martial arts style known as Wing Chun. He played the role of Wing Chun grandmaster Ip Man in the 2008 film Ip Man, which was a box office success. This has led to an increase in the number of people taking up Wing Chun, leading to hundreds of new Wing Chun schools to be opened up in mainland China and other parts of Asia. Ip Chun, the eldest son of Ip Man, even mentioned that he is grateful to Yen for making his family art popular and allowing his father's legacy to be remembered. Yen is considered to be Hong Kong's top action star; director Peter Chan mentioned that he "is the 'it' action person right now" and "has built himself into a bona fide leading man, who happens to be an action star." Yen is widely credited for bringing mixed martial arts (MMA) into the mainstream of Chinese culture, by choreographing MMA in many of his recent films. Yen has displayed notable skills in MMA, being well-versed in boxing, kickboxing, taekwondo, Muay Thai, wrestling, karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Wing Chun, and Wushu. Seen as one of the most popular film stars in Asia in recent years, Yen is currently one of the most highly paid actors in the whole of Asia. This book is your ultimate resource for Donnie Yen. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more. In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about Donnie Yen's Early life, Career and Personal life right away. A quick look inside: Donnie Yen, 12th Hong Kong Film Awards, 23rd Hong Kong Film Awards, 25th Hong Kong Film Awards, 26th Hong Kong Film Awards, 27th Hong Kong Film Awards, 28th Hong Kong Film Awards, 30th Hong Kong Film Awards, 31st Hong Kong Film Awards, All's Well, Ends Well 2012, B-boying, Beijing Wushu Team, Blade II, Bow-sim Mark, Chen Zhen (fictional character), Chinese martial arts, Ching Siu-tung, Donnie Yen filmography, Dragon Tiger Gate, Drunken Tai Chi, Fist of Fury, Fist of Fury (TV series), Flash Point (film), Highlander: Endgame, Hip-hop dance, Hong Kong Film Award for Best Action Choreography, Ip Man (film), Iron Monkey (1993 film), Legend of the Wolf, Once Upon a Time in China II, SPL: Sha Po Lang, Seven Swords, Shanghai Knights, T'ai chi ch'uan...and more pages Contains selected content from the highest rated entries, typeset, printed and shipped, combining the advantages of up-to-date and in-depth knowledge with the convenience of printed books. A portion of the proceeds of each book will be donated to the Wikimedia Foundation to support their mission.
