Taiwan Today

Golden Horse Awards were made for distinguished service to the Republic of China's film industry for the 18th time October 30. Stars of U.S. and European films were on hand to wish their Chinese counterparts well and help present the Golden Horses. From the top left, clockwise: actor Wang Yin, emcee Hsiao Fang-fang, Vice President Shieh Tung-min and emcee Li Tao; the Vice President presented a special award to Wang for his 40-year career in movies. James Soong, director general of the Government Information Office, sponsor of the Golden Horse Awards, opening the show. A view of the Chung Cheng Cultural Hall packed with 2,100 people. Participants ring down the curtain. Stars on the way to the festivities.

 

 

 

Opening the awards ceremony, James Soong said the Golden Horses are intended to raise the quality of the Chinese movie industry. They have done that over the years, including not only the films made in Taiwan but also those turned out by Hongkong studios. As in the recent past, the proceedings were broadcast on one of the Republic of China's three television networks. The emcees were Hsiao Fang-fang, Hongkong actress, and Li Tao of the Chinese Television Service. Clockwise, from top left: Veteran actor Wang Yin presents the best child acting award to Chang Hsiang for his performance in "Heroes of Tahu." Hollywood director George Cukor was presenter of the best direction award and Hsu Ke was the recipient for "All the Wrong Clues." Chris Mitchum, who won plaudits for "Summertime Killer" and one of the guests from Hollywood, is introduced to the audience by emcee Li Tao.

 

Like movies everywhere, the Chinese film industry has been affected by the rise of TV. The Republic of China has three television networks all broadcasting in color every evening and from morning until late evening on week-ends and holidays. No Chinese films are shown but there are plenty of dramas and more than enough entertainment for most people. So movies have had to seek new and more attractive themes but without the heavy concentration of sex and violence to be found in Hollywood and Europe. Clockwise, from top left: Li Tao, Anne Parillaud and Alain Delon of France and Hsiao Fang-fang; Delon is popular in Taiwan and was warmly received. Sylvia Chang, who was an emcee at the Golden Horse show of 1979, is applauded as best actress for her role in "My Grandfather." Tam Wing-lung expresses his pleasure at winning the best actor award for "If I Were for Real," a satire on the Communists.

 

Entertainment is always an outstanding part of the Golden Horse shows, which correspond to Hollywood's Academy Awards. Clockwise, from top left, Cheng Shu-hua, one of the top pop singers of the day. The top comedy quartet from television do their stuff; the act was entitled "I Love a Golden Horse." Four Broadway stars from New York in a selection of show tunes and dances. Modern dancers who have made a big hit abroad as well as at home. Among the other Hollywood stars on hand were Charles Bronson, who received a special award; his wife, Jill Ireland; and Deborah Raffin. James Soong gave additional special recognition to foreign guests at a special ceremony held in Taipei.