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“The true essence of Chinese culture is sophistication, refinement, the spirit of poetry. The spirit of ink painting and calligraphy lives on forever. Calligraphy is more important than painting. Chinese always consider nature. Man is a very small part of nature. That's why in Chinese painting you see huge mountains and man very small, very humble before nature. You must be harmonious and one with nature. You don't fight it. And then there's a bit of a poetry. Of course, it's very complicated, but also very simple.”

Quote by Michael Chow

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Michael Chow

Michael Chow, also known as Chow Yun-fat, is a renowned Hong Kong actor with international acclaim. Born on February 6, 1939 in Guangdong Province, China, Chow began his career in the film industry in the 1960s. With his unique acting skills and charm, he quickly became a star in the Hong Kong film industry. His representative works include 'God of Gamblers' and 'A Better Tomorrow', which are deeply loved by audiences. more

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