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‘VIII: Awakening’ Wraps Production in Beijing, Marking KC Global Media Asia’s First China Original (EXCLUSIVE)

Production has wrapped in Beijing on “VIII: Awakening,” KC Global Media Asia’s fantasy adventure drama reimagining a classic Chinese mythology legend for modern audiences. The S-grade series, the company’s first original China production, completed 24 15-minute episodes for its debut season. The story follows insurance investigator Lu Xian, who awakens a mysterious precognitive power and […]

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‘VIII: Awakening’ Wraps Production in Beijing, Marking KC Global Media Asia’s First China Original (EXCLUSIVE)

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Lessons from Odysseus as we confront the monsters of complacency and despair

In a world where we often have to face our monsters, we need to tap into our incredible inner power so that we can make a difference – not only in our own lives but in the lives of others, too.

  • Odysseus faced Scylla and Charybdis while returning from Trojan War
  • Metaphor for modern struggles of complacency and despair
  • Navigating life's obstacles requires inner power and helping others

·dailymaverick.co.za

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