Taiwan’s United Daily reports that TVBS Los Angeles corespondent Zuo Minlin said three Chinese movies, including Zhang Yimou’s "Curse of the Golden Flower," applied in the best foreign film competition. Other entrants in the category include Mel Gibson’s "Apocalypto," Pedro Almodóvar’s "Volver" and Clint Eastwood’s "Letters from Iwo Jima." However, "The Banquet" was not among the three Chinese candidates. ?

"The Banquet" distributor Huayi Brothers affirmed the news, but refused to offer more details. ??

The movie’s other investor, Media Asia Films, explained that it might because the movie has not yet decided on a screening date in North America. ??

However, the movie will still compete at the Oscars. ??

With the movie pulling out of the Golden Globes, will it provide more opportunities for strong competitor "Curse of the Golden Flower" to win? ??

Zuo Minlin, the only Taiwan journalist in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, analyzed that foreign jury would gave high credit to Zhang Yimou’s works like "Raise The Red Lantern," which challenged feudal traditions, but doubted the martial arts movie would still appeal to those jury members. ??

The nomination list of 64th Golden Globe will be announced on December 14th and the awards ceremony will be held on January 15th next year. ??

I have some simple tips for you (or your loved-one) to follow, in order to bring the power and benefits of Feng Shui to one of the greatest gifts of the Universe…The penis.

1. It is best to choose under-garments that allow ch’i to flow freely around the penis. Boxer shorts are excellent for allowing ch’i to flow but make sure that there are one or two small buttons on the fly, to keep out negative energy.
2. Tight underwear, such as “briefs”, tend to trap ch’i causing unhealthy stagnation in the Love Gua.
3. Thongs signify impared wisdom.
4. Cotton is a must in all masculine undergarments. Nylon when exposed to everyday friction, turns ch’i into static electricity, increasing the risk of a large blue spark disrupting the harmony of the penis.
5. Those men who wish to “go commando” (wearing no underwear at all) leave themselves “exposed” to negative energy. This can only really be kept at bay by tying a wind-chime on the penis, or constantly facing North.
6. It is good luck to urinate on a cat.
7. Green undies symbolize “Wood”, which is good news for all penis owners.
8. Pink undies promote “Love and Relationships”, which is good news for camp penis owners.
9. Never masturbate directly at a mirror, as this could reflect your burst of ch’i straight back at you, exploding your penis.
10. If you must sit in front of a mirror when masturbating, offset it slightly, so that you can disperse your ch’i (and possibly see anyone coming in behind you). Alternatively you could place something between yourself and the mirror, to absorb your energy; such as a plant, an ornament, a willing friend, or a wind-chime.
11. Arranging a symbolic object such as a camera, or webcam, to point at your penis is a good way to increase Wealth and Friendships.
12. Do not let long, narrow objects, such as bannisters or beams (known as “poison arrows” in Feng Shui) point towards your penis. A possible exception to this rule might be a long, narrow, wind-chime.
13. Goldfish are often used in Feng Shui to absorb negative energy. Dangling your penis in a fish tank will allow the fish to “suck out” your bad luck. Get the pet shop owner’s permission first though.
14. Put a couple of small crystals into the end of a condom before wearing it and align your partner with a door before having sex. She (or he) will thank you later.
15. If you are having sex in a toilet cubicle, put the seat down to avoid absorbing negative energy.
16. Avoid allowing your penis to face a bacon-slicer, as bladed objects can slice through ch’i.
17. Windows are a source of natural light, which is good for the penis. Take advantage of this healing light as often as possible. Nosey neighbours may be distracted by hanging a wind-chime in the window.