Egyptian teen star rises in China's film scene

A 16-year-old Egyptian actor is making waves in China. Omar Sherif was cast from around 6,000 young actors to star as Saif in Chinese anti-war epic "Once Upon a Time in the Middle East." Despite having Chinese ancestry, the teen had to study Mandarin for the role. Omar's journey, from China to Egypt and back again, reflects how people carry stories across borders, and how these stories find their way home. In recent years, cinema has opened up a new avenue for cultural connection between China and the Arab world. Seen the film? Let us know what you thought of Omar's performance. 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our latest analysis and interviews:👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrNz-aDmcr2uuto8_DL2jg 👈 Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video Most watched videos: Impossible Challenge: 30 seconds to count banknotes BLINDFOLDED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmP_Ybj-jws Impossible Challenge: Gymnastics Boy Arat Hosseini from Iran! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sxX--U4c8w Impossible Challenge: How to calm babies in 5 seconds? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR3q9sXM7WA