–In the Old Testament, a city (now thought to be Babylon) in Shinar where construction of a heaven-reaching tower was interrupted when the builders became unable to understand one another’s language.–
This is the definition for the word “Babel” given in Kingsoft, a popular Chinese e-dictionary. The movie smartly borrows its meaning to reveal the theme [...]
Archive for May, 2007
Babel: A Movie Full Of Conflicts
Posted in Movie Reviews on May 28, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
A Refreshing Morning
Posted in Allen's Beijing, Allen's Life on May 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
After a whole day, the rain finally stopped. We are greeted with a very pleasant and refreshing morning. Filtered by yesterday’s incessant rain, the air is so pure and fresh, and the cool air has driven the sultriness that had ruled the city for days.
Walking on the wettish ground makes me feel very good. The [...]
At The Sunny Side Of Life:Snorkeling and Windsurfing
Posted in Travelogue on May 8, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
I’m afraid I’ve got to speed up in finishing my travel notes on the Maldives, or some exciting moments during the travel may be buried in oblivion if I don’t pick them up timely. Anyway, memory is not always reliable.
Not to mention the delicacies that whet your appetite, you could get some more breath-taking experiences [...]
