‘Filmmaker Ning Ying returns to her favorite theme — the gradual decay of traditional Chinese values and culture at the dawn of the 21st century — in this low-key drama. Desi (Yu Lei) is a cab driver who has recently broken up with his wife. Lonely, Desi is searching for a new love, and as he drifts through Beijing in search of fares and a girlfriend, he sees a city that is increasingly bending to the influence of the West, with traditional pastimes and customs forced to make way for the onslaught of the free-market economy.’ -NYT
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Guitar Circle with Taul Paul
Whether you’re new to the guitar or a pro come jam with Taul Paul and his friends.
Tech Office Hours with Paul
Join our tech guru Paul in the Reference Room as he answers any questions you have about your gadgets.
Tech Office Hours with Paul
Join our tech guru Paul in the Reference Room as he answers any questions you have about your gadgets.
Around the World in Lit Series: Dr. Raquel Arenz on Alfonsini Storni
The ‘Around the World in Literature’ series is a new series at the Community Library in which we explore literature from different regions of the world, moderated by an expert. This installment will be hosted by Dr. Raquel Arenz of CSI, an expert on Latin American literature. She will be lecturing on Argentine Poet Alfonsina Storni.
Tea will be served.
Around the World in Lit: Danielle Flam on Can Xue
The ‘Around the World in Literature’ series is a new series at the Community Library in which we explore literature from different regions of the world, moderated by an expert. This installment will be hosted by Danielle Flam, an expert on contemporary Chinese lit. Danielle will be leading a discussion on Chinese avant-garde writer Can Xue.
