Furthermore , foreig n languag e films can cross cultural boundaries , particularly when the visual spectacle and style is sufficient to overcome p eople ' s misgivings. Films of this ilk are becoming more common , and recent examples such as " Crouchin g Tige r , Hidden D ragon " , " Amélie " and " Brotherhoo d of the Wolf " enjoyed great success in Western cinemas and DVD sales. The first foreign and foreign language film to top the North American box office was " Hero " in the fall of 2004 .
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