I knew there was a movie theater in town but was promptly told upon arrival last term, there were NEVER English showings. All movies that made it to Weifang were dubbed. I’d accepted this as fact until Katie said she saw the movie billboard say something about English(英语). As it was next to something that read 3D they discovered it was the movie Avatar. Ammon had tried to get me to go with him while home and I kept putting it off then left without seeing it.

 

Katie and Thomas fearlessly went to the box office to asses the situation. Through the help of a student via cellphone they discovered the movie was as predicted dubbed in Chinese but the theater did have a copy of the film in English with Chinese subtitles. The great thing about being a westerner in China is the fact that businesses are always trying to please you! They offered to show the movie in English with Chinese subtitles for the final showing at 10pm as it was hardly booked. Of course we jumped on it.  

Word is now spreading in Weifang that there is a possibility to see a film at the theater! A high point in everyone’s week. We’re going to push for Alice in Wonderland 3D, I’m trying to get a group for Sherlock Holmes. Movie tickets are American prices, ¥60 for a 3D film and ¥40 for a regular but well worth the treat.

Don't we look cool!

Don't we look cool!

 
The Galaxy could take a lesson on 3D glasses from China, they were the first pair I’ve gotten work over my glasses without slipping. I still prefer regular films over 3D as they just seem blurry to me.
 
Ammon, I have to admit I was blown away. I went into the movie without any expectations and completely ignorant. I thought the movie was a cartoon to be completely honest. I loved it. I wish I could see it again and am kicking myself for not going with you.