Allison Jiang

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Allison Jiang is a Baltimore-based writer interested in the intersection of art and culture. She is passionate about big dogs, social justice, and stand-up comedy, among other things.

Articles & Posts

#Film

Chinese Film Authorities Put Sci-Fi at Heart of “Movie Superpower” Plan in New Guidelines

Could this usher in a new age of Chinese sci-fi (again)? Read More

Aug 19, 2020

#Xiaomi

Xiaomi Just Released a Completely Transparent TV, and Nobody Knows Why

Is this completely necessary, Xiaomi? Read More

Aug 13, 2020

#Food

Tofu Isn’t “Bland.” It’s Just Misunderstood

If you’ve ever had tofu in Chinese food, you’ll know that it’s anything but “bland” Read More

Aug 6, 2020

#Douban

Hit Musical “Hamilton” is Getting Rave Reviews in China

What can we learn from Chinese "Hamilton" fans? Read More

Aug 3, 2020

#Food

Chinese Food for Dummies, Region by Region

Our primer on some of the most beloved regional cuisines in mainland China Read More

Jul 28, 2020

#female

Does China’s New Hit Drama “Nothing But Thirty” Accurately Portray Women’s Struggles?

How does "Nothing But Thirty" hold up in China's feminist television awakening? Read More

Jul 28, 2020

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