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Chapter 674 "Dark War"

"Dark War" and "Infernal Affairs" have similarities, but the core of the two movies is completely different.

The same thing is that they are all fighting between two heroes, and there are no big scenes in the film, and they all highlight the "fight of wits"!
But the difference is that "Infernal Affairs" talks about fate, suffering, tribulation, and helpless despair. , are in the oppressive and obscure despair, unable to extricate themselves.

Not only Chen Yongren and Liu Jianming, but each character has its own destiny.

And although many people think that "Infernal Affairs" seems to give people a state of ambiguity between good and evil, but in fact, good and evil are clearly distinguished.

In "Dark War", although soldiers and thieves confront each other, and police and bandits fight wits, in fact, the thieves portrayed are also righteous thieves.

That's why the two of them cherish each other in the end.

"Dark War" has a calmness that is very rare in Hong Kong Island movies. The film does not have the usual chases and stunts in gangster movies, but the two male protagonists fight wits and courage all the way.This is somewhat similar to "Infernal Affairs", but it doesn't make sense.

There is a type in police and gangster films, where a shrewd policeman sets off a shrewder thief, because only when confronted with a master can victory appear more valuable. The confrontation between cops and gangsters in "Dark War" belongs to this category.

"Infernal Affairs" undoubtedly also belongs to this category, but "Infernal Affairs" is more intense and depressing, and it highlights the opposition between good and evil.

In "Dark War", the soldiers and bandits are not completely opposed to each other. There is also a scene where soldiers and bandits cooperate, but the two films are completely different.

At the same time, in terms of the style of the movie, "Infernal Affairs" has a relatively serious dark tone, while "Dark War" has a clear and bright tone.

"Infernal Affairs" is a tragedy, but "Dark War" is a comedy!
Even after Li Yi "watched" "Dark War", he personally liked "Dark War" more!
Because compared to "Infernal Affairs" with obscure despair as the main tone, and the characters are more complicated, Li Yi thinks that the characters in "Dark War" are more cute, even the villains, and they don't highlight the opponent's extreme evil side.

Of course, in terms of implication, artistic level, and depth of thinking, "Infernal Affairs" is indeed better!
At this stage, because of the "Betrayal" incident, the scissors have been sprayed with blood, and under the clamor of public opinion, even if it is a sequel to "Infernal Affairs", it is absolutely inappropriate at this time.

Because the sequel of the same "Infernal Affairs", on the whole, is actually very sensitive to some things with "Apostasy".

With the jewels of "Infernal Affairs" first and the incident of "Treachery" behind, the sequel of "Infernal Affairs" will definitely not be difficult to pass the trial, but such a movie is not in the right time.

On the contrary, an alternative police film like "Dark War", which laughs and scolds, but also fights wits and courage, is more suitable.

At the same time, even if the sequel of "Infernal Affairs" is successful, there will be no change. After all, according to what they said, "Infernal Affairs" is just an exception.

But if another police film with a style that is completely opposite to "Infernal Affairs" is released, and it can be successful at the same time, the effect will be completely different.

At that time, there was no need for Li Yi to speak, and the fans would directly spray them bloody.

If you can't do it yourself, don't talk nonsense. Could it be that Hong Kong police and gangster films with sensitive themes and content that are illegal, sensitive, and content that the scissors don't like can sell well?

This is indeed the case in "Infernal Affairs", but "Dark War" has no such problems at all.

There's nothing sensitive about "Dark Wars"!

Look, the same police and gangster movies can be wonderful if you don't engage in those vain stories and tell stories within the rules. You can't do it, but you can't do it, it doesn't mean others can't do it either.

In fact, after "Infernal Affairs", Li Yi's rest time is almost the same.

Therefore, when he had an idea, he immediately started to implement it.

The first is to restore the script.

To a certain extent, "Dark War" has a lot of similarities with "Infernal Affairs", for example, they all use to exaggerate the atmosphere, but "Dark War" is relatively relaxed, while "Infernal Affairs" Tao is intense and exciting.

As for the cast, Li Yi didn't even need to think about it, and went directly to the original cast of "Infernal Affairs".

It is very suitable for Chen Weijie to play Hua Tsai, and his women's clothing will definitely be very popular.

Liang Feng plays He Shangsheng, but Liang Feng is indeed a bit handsome, but it doesn't hurt too much.

Although his style doesn't match the original Prince Charming, he's the real Prince Charming type.

However, Li Yi has also seen Liang Feng's previous roles, and he can definitely beat any Shang Sheng's role.

In fact, "Dark War" is more like a traditional Hong Kong Island gangster film, because it is a traditional Hong Kong Island gangster film.

The protagonist He Shangsheng is actually very similar to the protagonists of many Hong Kong police and gangster films. The protagonists are usually not the kind of serious protagonists.

Then there is the sentimental character "Huang Qifa" in the Hong Kong Island gangster film!
The role of Huang Qifa, Luo Xian, a professional Hong Kong police officer, is absolutely competent.

The villain, Zhuang Bin!
It can be said that the real original cast starred.

As for whether they will refuse?Li Yi doesn't need to think about it at all!

In terms of shooting "Dark War", it is actually much simpler than "Infernal Affairs".

The characters aren't that deep either.

Therefore, Li Yi rubbed his chin and wondered if he should also have a Hong Kong movie speed?

"This story is good! It seems that your movie fans are really right, you are really a gold medal screenwriter who was delayed by the director!" Zhao Guangming said with admiration.

Perhaps the script and story of "Dark War" are not as deep and profound as "Infernal Affairs".

After filming, word-of-mouth is difficult to reach the level of "Infernal Affairs", but such a movie is simple and full of fun. The key is that the structure of the story is very interesting, and it looks like a Hong Kong island police movie. Be sure to wait, they are all very similar to previous Hong Kong Island gangster movies, but this is completely different from other Hong Kong Island gangster movies.

It is another film that excels in literary and martial arts competitions.

The point is, there is nothing wrong with the script of "Dark War" being reviewed.

If "Infernal Affairs" is a movie that steps on the sidelines, then "Dark War" is a regular movie that is completely within the rules.

"If possible, it's best to shoot it as soon as possible. In terms of publicity, I will also greet you!" Zhao Guangming said with a straight face.

Li Yi nodded. Of course he knew why Zhao Guangming said to shoot it as soon as possible. After all, the current situation is indeed not very good.

Moreover, during the Spring Festival, Hong Kong police and criminal films will be released again. The impact of "Infernal Affairs" is too great, coupled with the gimmick of the revival of Hong Kong films, so during this period, Hong Kong island police and criminal films can be said to emerge in endlessly.

If it is a hit, it's okay, but if it fails again, even if the movie itself is obviously not sincere in following the trend, those people will inevitably throw the blame. After all, they also need to explain to investors.

(End of this chapter)