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***In the Mood for Love*** ([traditional Chinese](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traditional_Chinese_characters "Traditional Chinese characters"): 花樣年華; [simplified Chinese](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simplified_Chinese_characters "Simplified Chinese characters"): 花样年华; lit. 'Flower-like Years', 'the prime of one's youth') is a 2000 [romantic drama](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romantic_drama "Romantic drama") film written, directed, and produced by [Wong Kar-wai](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wong_Kar-wai "Wong Kar-wai"). An [international co-production](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_co-production "International co-production") between [Hong Kong](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_Hong_Kong "Cinema of Hong Kong") and [France](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_France "Cinema of France"), the film follows a man ([Tony Leung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Leung_Chiu-wai "Tony Leung Chiu-wai")) and a woman ([Maggie Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maggie_Cheung "Maggie Cheung")) in 1962 who discover that their spouses are having an affair. As they spend time together, they gradually develop feelings for one another. The film premiered in the official competition at the [53rd Cannes Film Festival](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2000_Cannes_Film_Festival "2000 Cannes Film Festival"),[\[6\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Mood_for_Love#cite_note-David_Ng2-6) where it received acclaim. Leung won the [Best Actor](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannes_Film_Festival_Award_for_Best_Actor "Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor") award, becoming the first Hong Kong actor to receive the honour. *In the Mood for Love* was selected as [Hong Kong's submission](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Hong_Kong_submissions_for_the_Academy_Award_for_Best_International_Feature_Film "List of Hong Kong submissions for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film") for [Best International Feature Film](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Award_for_Best_International_Feature_Film "Academy Award for Best International Feature Film") at the [73rd Academy Awards](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/73rd_Academy_Awards "73rd Academy Awards"), though it was not nominated.[\[7\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Mood_for_Love#cite_note-7) It is often listed as one of the [greatest films of all time](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_films_voted_the_best "List of films voted the best") and one of the major works of [Asian cinema](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_Asia "Cinema of Asia") Synopsis Set in 1962 Hong Kong, *In the Mood for Love* (2000) is a romantic drama about two neighbors, Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung) and Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung), who discover their respective spouses are having an affair with each other. Bound by loneliness and shared betrayal, they develop a tender, intimate bond while trying to maintain their own integrity. **Cast** * [Maggie Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maggie_Cheung "Maggie Cheung") as Su Li-zhen (Mrs. Chan) * [Tony Leung Chiu-wai](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Leung_Chiu-wai "Tony Leung Chiu-wai") as Chow Mo-wan * Siu Ping as Ah Ping, Chow's co-worker * [Rebecca Pan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_Pan "Rebecca Pan") as Mrs. Suen, the Chans' landlady * [Kelly Lai Chen](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelly_Lai_Chen "Kelly Lai Chen") as Mr. Ho, Su's employer * [Joe Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Cheung "Joe Cheung") as man living in Mr. Koo's apartment * Chan Man-Lei as Mr. Koo, the Chows' landlord * [Chin Tsi-ang](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chin_Tsi-ang "Chin Tsi-ang") as Suen's [amah](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amah_(occupation) "Amah (occupation)") (female servant) * [Roy Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Cheung "Roy Cheung") as Mr. Chan (voice) * [Paulyn Sun](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paulyn_Sun "Paulyn Sun") as Mrs. Chow Reviews "a lush story of unrequited love". the film is alive with delicacy and feeling" "profound and moving reflections on life's fundamentals. It's a film about, yes, love; but also betrayal, loss, missed opportunities, memory, the brutality of time's passage, loneliness—the list goes on".

**VERANO 2026: CANTA CON EL LOLCHOIR** Sesiones los miércoles >>> 6:00 - 7:30pm FECHAS: Mayo: 27 Junio: 3, 10, 17, --- Julio: 1, ---, 15, 22, **29** \* Concierto informal el 29 de julio Después de la corta pausa de luego del 'Term' de primavera, volvemos a nuestras actividades de Verano 2026, que comienza este miércoles 27 de mayo. Nuestro 'term' anterior estuvo hermoso y tuvimos un concierto inolvidable. Esta vez tendremos en total 8 sesiones (Concierto en la última fecha) Durante todas nuestras sesiones, aprenderemos canciones de la tradicionales de Latino América y España (en Castellano principalmente). No es necesario hablar el idioma para entrar al coro! El proceso de aprendizaje es "a oído". Se entregan letras y traducciones de las canciones, y ocasionalmente partituras si alguna pieza está escrita formalmente. ☛ SESIONES HÍBRIDAS: EN PERSONA & EN LÍNEA (AL MISMO TIEMPO) Los ensayos son en persona, pero algunas personas siguen conectándose en línea desde la pandemia. Todos bienvenidos! Se enviará el link privado a quienes se hayan registrado y hayan realizado el pago. Link de zoom para este term: \* Se compartirá a los que lo soliciten directamente. ☛ COSTO: Los participantes pagan £12 ó £9 (concesiones) por sesión vía PayPal, en efectivo ó por transferencia bancaria. (Promoción: £100 si se paga por las 9 sesiones por adelantado) ☀️ LINK PARA EL PAGO: http://www.menjuramusic.com/payment.html or 🌀 REGISTRO Y PAGO: http://www.menjuramusic.com/choirs-reg-and-payment.html ☛ DIRECCIÓN Ensayamos en un centro comunitario muy cerca de la estación de Chancery Lane. Allen Hall Portpool Lane London EC1N 7AA Las siguientes sesiones se harán en Allen hall como lo dice el poster. __ Camilo 😊 facebook.com/menjuramusic facebook.com/lolchoir menjuramusic.com

**Hiya. I'd like to invite you to join in my choir!!!** We are welcoming the Summer with some singing! We meet on Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:30pm in a community centre a short walk from Chancery Lane or Farringdon station(s) in Central London, and we sing folk music from Latin America & Spain (in Spanish). \*\*\* No need to speak the language to join \*\*\* DATES: **May:** 27 **June:** 3, 10, 17, --- **July:** 1, ---, 15, 22, 29 \* Informal Concert on July 29 FEE: ​£12 / £9 (concessions) per session or £90 if paying for the whole term upfront VENUE: Allen Hall (Chancery Lane / Farringdon Tube) Portpool Lane, EC1N 7AA \*\*\* FREE for residents local to Allen Hall \*\*\* See you there!!! ​ \- \- \- ​ More info, videos, pictures, etc. on the choir's website: **​ www.lolchoir.com**

***In the Mood for Love*** ([traditional Chinese](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traditional_Chinese_characters "Traditional Chinese characters"): 花樣年華; [simplified Chinese](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simplified_Chinese_characters "Simplified Chinese characters"): 花样年华; lit. 'Flower-like Years', 'the prime of one's youth') is a 2000 [romantic drama](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romantic_drama "Romantic drama") film written, directed, and produced by [Wong Kar-wai](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wong_Kar-wai "Wong Kar-wai"). An [international co-production](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_co-production "International co-production") between [Hong Kong](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_Hong_Kong "Cinema of Hong Kong") and [France](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_France "Cinema of France"), the film follows a man ([Tony Leung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Leung_Chiu-wai "Tony Leung Chiu-wai")) and a woman ([Maggie Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maggie_Cheung "Maggie Cheung")) in 1962 who discover that their spouses are having an affair. As they spend time together, they gradually develop feelings for one another. The film premiered in the official competition at the [53rd Cannes Film Festival](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2000_Cannes_Film_Festival "2000 Cannes Film Festival"),[\[6\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Mood_for_Love#cite_note-David_Ng2-6) where it received acclaim. Leung won the [Best Actor](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannes_Film_Festival_Award_for_Best_Actor "Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor") award, becoming the first Hong Kong actor to receive the honour. *In the Mood for Love* was selected as [Hong Kong's submission](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Hong_Kong_submissions_for_the_Academy_Award_for_Best_International_Feature_Film "List of Hong Kong submissions for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film") for [Best International Feature Film](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Award_for_Best_International_Feature_Film "Academy Award for Best International Feature Film") at the [73rd Academy Awards](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/73rd_Academy_Awards "73rd Academy Awards"), though it was not nominated.[\[7\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Mood_for_Love#cite_note-7) It is often listed as one of the [greatest films of all time](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_films_voted_the_best "List of films voted the best") and one of the major works of [Asian cinema](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_Asia "Cinema of Asia") Synopsis Set in 1962 Hong Kong, *In the Mood for Love* (2000) is a romantic drama about two neighbors, Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung) and Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung), who discover their respective spouses are having an affair with each other. Bound by loneliness and shared betrayal, they develop a tender, intimate bond while trying to maintain their own integrity. **Cast** * [Maggie Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maggie_Cheung "Maggie Cheung") as Su Li-zhen (Mrs. Chan) * [Tony Leung Chiu-wai](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Leung_Chiu-wai "Tony Leung Chiu-wai") as Chow Mo-wan * Siu Ping as Ah Ping, Chow's co-worker * [Rebecca Pan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_Pan "Rebecca Pan") as Mrs. Suen, the Chans' landlady * [Kelly Lai Chen](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelly_Lai_Chen "Kelly Lai Chen") as Mr. Ho, Su's employer * [Joe Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Cheung "Joe Cheung") as man living in Mr. Koo's apartment * Chan Man-Lei as Mr. Koo, the Chows' landlord * [Chin Tsi-ang](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chin_Tsi-ang "Chin Tsi-ang") as Suen's [amah](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amah_(occupation) "Amah (occupation)") (female servant) * [Roy Cheung](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Cheung "Roy Cheung") as Mr. Chan (voice) * [Paulyn Sun](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paulyn_Sun "Paulyn Sun") as Mrs. Chow Reviews "a lush story of unrequited love". the film is alive with delicacy and feeling" "profound and moving reflections on life's fundamentals. It's a film about, yes, love; but also betrayal, loss, missed opportunities, memory, the brutality of time's passage, loneliness—the list goes on".

Join us for life drawing at The Old School Hall, East Farleigh. The group that join are usually around 10ish people and we switch up models throughout each week. All levels are welcome, come along even if you haven't thought of drawing before because at the very least you'll make some friends! We provide an art bank if you need materials for the evening. Parking available, coffee & tea provided. £10pp.

🎉 Come along to the London Scala Talks for a deep dive into functional architecture! 🎉 In this event you'll hear from David Lebl and Przemysław Pokrywka. **Agenda** 6:00pm - 🥤 Doors open. Come along and grab a drink! 6:35pm - 🗣️ Introduction 6:40pm - 🗣️ Przemysław Pokrywka: Ports and Adapters for People on Tight Schedules 7:20pm - 🍕 Intermission: Join us for some free food and drinks! Vegan and vegetarian options are provided. Let us know if you'd like something special - we'd be happy to accommodate. 7:50pm - 🗣️ David Lebl: Complexity is a Sin, But Hexagons Forgive 8:30pm - 🥤 Socialising: Grab a drink and let's discuss the talks. 9:00pm - 🍻 Join us in a pub to discuss the talks! 🌐 **This event will not have a live stream** We hope to see you there in person. **🗣️ Przemysław Pokrywka: Ports and Adapters for People on Tight Schedules** Focus on software architecture is not always associated with pragmatism in common perception. Terms such as architecture astronautics and the ivory tower stereotype highlight the perceived disconnect between many architects and the realities of day-to-day code maintenance. Too often, architectural patterns are applied with insufficient understanding, leading to cargo-cult adoption and increased waste in the software development process. When applied in the right context, however, certain architectural approaches can be powerful enablers. In this talk, I would like to share the story of a serverless application in which elements of the Ports and Adapters architecture made a tangible, positive difference. ⭐ Przemysław Pokrywka ⭐ Husband, dad, grandad, software engineer. Functional Scala enthusiast with imperative OOP Java background. Fan of the command line. **🗣️ David Lebl: Complexity is a Sin, But Hexagons Forgive** A visual journey from spaghetti to sanity. This talk traces how cognitive load accumulates in unconstrained codebases, how domain-driven design and bounded contexts restore order, and how hexagonal architecture provides a practical, forgiving structure for real-world systems — all laid out on a single zoomable canvas where every example links back to the bigger picture. ⭐ David Lebl ⭐ David is a software developer with a CS background and 5 years of Scala and FP experience. He leads a small team, occasionally survives his own accidental complexity, and is here to share what he learned the hard way. ———————————————————— 🗣️ Would you like to present, but are not sure how to start? Give a talk with us and you'll receive mentorship from a trained toastmaster! Get in touch through [this form](https://forms.gle/zv5i9eeto1BsnSwe8) and we'll get you started 🏡 Interested in hosting or supporting us? Please get in touch through [this form](https://forms.gle/3SX3Bm6zHqVodBaMA) and we can discuss how you can get involved. 📜 All London Scala User Group events operate under the [Scala Community Code of Conduct](https://www.scala-lang.org/conduct/). We encourage each of you to report the breach of the conduct, either anonymously through [this form](https://forms.gle/9PMMorUWgBnbk1mm6) or by contacting one of our team members. We guarantee privacy and confidentiality, as well as that we will take your report seriously and react quickly.

*“One of the most stunning trick stories in the history of detective fiction…”.* For our next read, we will discuss one of the all-time great mystery novels: *The Poisoned Chocolates Case* **About the book:** * This classic story by Anthony Berkeley features multiple plausible solutions to the same mystery; a group of armchair detectives each propose a completely different explanation for the crime. * The book can be viewed as a meta-commentary on the mystery genre (but it's a lot more entertaining than that sounds). * The fictional "Crimes Circle" of armchair detectives in the book is based on real crime authors including Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers. **About the event:** * Location: The Mad Hatter Pub, 3-7 Stamford St, London SE1 9NY * Timing: Saturday 13th June from 3-5pm. * I'll have a sign on the table and a copy of the book so it should be easy to spot where we're meeting. * Our table is booked for six - please update your RSVP if you are unable to attend so that other people can join. * We have a WhatsApp group - totally optional but message me on Meetup if you want to join. Happy reading!

Looking to organise a first meet up for a Dessert Social. Am confirming venues but will scout some good dessert places and the format for the meetup. The format will likely be a dessert oriented location that has coffee / tea etc.. so we can get to know each and chit chat Please do confirm if you can make it.

### ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents: ## 🌎CACAO DANCE TRIBE: **Afro House & World Beats Ecstatic Dance + Cacao Ceremony** **(DJ & live percussion set)** **Friday Night \| 7:45PM–10:15PM** **Fruit Social: 10:15PM–10:45PM** **Tufnell Park, London** Immerse yourself in an **ecstatic dance journey** infused with **Afro House rhythms, world beats, and live percussion**. Move freely, connect deeply, and let the music take you on a powerful journey of embodiment, release and ecstasy. We’ll open the evening with a dance movement warmup, then shift to a **heart-opening raw vegan cacao ceremony** and positive intention setting ritual, tuning in together before the main dance Wave begins. **Please note:** an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite. Thank you x **🎫Tickets:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517) **🌟 Join the Mailing list for EVENT UPDATES & DISCOUNTS:** [https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london](https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london) **📣Join our WhatsApp Community:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t) **✨Follow us on Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) **What to Expect?** ✨ Uplifting **Afro House**, **Brazilian grooves**, and **organic world rhythms** 🥁 **Live percussion** bringing fire and soul to the dancefloor 🍫 **Raw ceremonial cacao** to open your heart and elevate your energy 💃 Freestyle, expressive movement & moving meditation 🍉 **Optional fruit social** afterwards to nourish and connect No alcohol, no drugs, just rhythm, breath, and community. This is one of London’s most loved **sober Friday night dance experiences**, where you can shake off the week’s stress and celebrate life through movement. ### About Cacao Dance Tribe Founded in 2017, **Cacao Dance Tribe** was one of the world’s first **Cacao Ceremony + Ecstatic Dance** events, originally held in Camden. After a pause during the pandemic, we’re thrilled to have **revived the tribe in Tufnell Park since 2023,** co-created by the **Ecstatic Dance London** community, pioneers of the UK’s sober dance movement since 2009. No dance experience needed — everyone is welcome. We also offer limited **free crew spaces** — scroll below for details and sign-up. **Music Vibe:** Afro House \| World Beats \| Brazilian \| Organic Rhythms

The session is Every Thursday 7PM till 10PM. This is for all levels, so after the training you will be able to play games and use what you have learnt. Just like the saying practice makes perfect. Any queries on what levels you may be or just any questions please don't hesitate to contact us. PARKING: Parking is available and Free onsite. (The postcode is E15 3PA) This at the previous address on New mount Street. Press the buzzer and they will let you in. PAYMENT: We are accepting bank transfer rather than cash payments. In 2 days in advance to confirm your attendance. Bank Details: Name: The Badminton Collective Ltd Sort Code: 60-83-71 Account Number:69874292 Reference your name and date of the session. £13 Games IMPORTANT NOTES: We shall be starting at 7PM sharp so if you miss the start you'll have to just catch up I'm afraid. How to get there. If you use the provided postcode it will take you to the front of the school. By all means message me if you are having troubles. There is now a water fountain so please bring a bottle to fill up, this is in the main building while they fix the one near the sports Hall. The Badminton Collective and School 21 are not responsible for any injuries or loss of items.

The session is Every Thursday 7PM till 8PM. This is for all levels, so after the training you will be able to play games and use what you have learnt. Just like the saying practice makes perfect. Any queries on what levels you may be or just any questions please don't hesitate to contact us. PARKING: Parking is available and Free onsite. (The postcode is E15 3PA) This at the previous address on New mount Street. Press the buzzer and they will let you in. PAYMENT: We are accepting bank transfer rather than cash payments. In 2 days in advance to confirm your attendance. Bank Details: Name: The Badminton Collective Ltd Sort Code: 60-83-71 Account Number:69874292 Reference your name and date of the session. £15 for Training and Games IMPORTANT NOTES: We shall be starting at 7PM sharp so if you miss the start you'll have to just catch up I'm afraid. How to get there. If you use the provided postcode it will take you to the front of the school. By all means message me if you are having troubles. There is now a water fountain so please bring a bottle to fill up, this is in the main building while they fix the one near the sports Hall. The Badminton Collective and School 21 are not responsible for any injuries or loss of items.

🍊🍹 **Beautiful little oranges already in weekend & Spritz mode...** finish work, forget dinner plans and let someone else take care of the evening 👀 We're back at Amalfi Lounge for another Italian Apericena in the heart of Covent Garden. No cooking. No washing up. No stress. Just good food, cocktails and great company 🇮🇹 *** 🍸 **NEW APERICENA FORMULA** £25 includes: ✅ Entry ✅ 2 drinks ✅ Free Italian buffet 🍹 Additional cocktails only £5 For many of our regular guests this actually means more drinks, more food and better value throughout the evening. *** 🍽 **FREE ITALIAN BUFFET** • Bruschette • Fresh focaccia • Italian cold cuts & cheeses • Pizza slices • Arancini • Grilled vegetables • Homemade bread & snacks *** 📍 Amalfi Lounge 59 Endell Street WC2H 9AJ 🚇 Covent Garden / Holborn 📅 Thursday 11 June 🕖 From 7:00 PM *** ✨ Leave the office. Skip the cooking. Start the weekend early. 👉 Reserve your spot now Daniele 📲 07733 273626

A cookie covered in creamy frosting can brighten anyone’s day! National Frosted Cookie Day is all about that simple joy. **DETAILS:** We'll celebrate the occasion by visiting Cheryl's Cookies headqtrs. cookie shop, trying to decide which seasonal treats to choose! **NEXT:** we'll head west on Polaris Pkwy to Bonefish Grill for Happy Hour eats n drinks. We can share our sweet finds for dessert... *In a busy world, National Frosted Cookie Day offers a little sweetness that reminds us to slow down and enjoy the moment.*

The restaurant’s website doesn’t have the dinner menu listed. I took a picture of the dinner menu.

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

**Let’s meet for pizza 1st at Mikey’s Late Night Slice which is connected to Pins! Then we will bowl (no heavy balls involved)**

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!