Murphy Confirms Wrap-Up

Last year Transformers was the most profitable foreign film in mainland theaters, with a box office gross of 270 million yuan ($40 million). Murphy was in Beijing to attend a short film competition initiated by 42-Below Vodka.

The competition named "Onedreamrush" calls for 42 budding directors or film lovers around the world to present a 42-second film on the theme of dream. The winner will be awarded 42,000 yuan ($6,100) on April 2, 2009.

The gala sees a jury of high profile Chinese and international filmmakers, such as Werner Herzog and Cary Woods. Chinese award-winning director Zhang Yuan and Lou Ye will take part in the competition.

The first 42-second films are available for viewing now at www.42×42.com.

Source: China Daily

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