Hu Jintao

2008年第29届北京奥运会开幕式

Zhang Yimou

Hu Jintao, Henry Kissinger

The 2008 Summer Olympics opening ceremony was held at the Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest. It began at 8:00 p.m. China Standard Time (UTC+8) on August 8, 2008, as 8 is considered to be a lucky number in Chinese culture. Featuring more than 15,000 performers, the ceremony lasted over four hours and cost over $100 million USD to produce.

All Eyes And Ears

Vanessa Hope

Hillary Clinton, Hu Jintao

Directed by Vanessa Hope

2008年第29届北京奥运会闭幕式

Hu Jintao, Jacques Rogge