China Entertainment: Indulge in Vanity Fair

Chapter 162 Reverse support for Taiwanese films, "The Legend of the White Snake" has some problems
Many people have never heard of the movie "Sediq Bale", which is a movie showing the resistance of the aborigines in Taiwan Province against Japan, and it is adapted from real historical events.

It is really a rare anti-Japanese movie in Taiwan and it is very worth watching.

Of course, not only the crew of "Scorching Sun" came to join in, but also the crew of "Sister Tao", "Traces of the Japanese Pirates", "Legend of the White Snake", and "Death Gold".

At this moment, it seems that filmmakers from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and the three regions of China are united and supporting each other.

He Fang also greeted the other crew members one by one.

"Sediq Bale" was broadcast in Venice in a 150-minute version. I heard that there is also a director's version of 276 minutes. Why is there a director's version?This is the problem of the director-centered system. The director is reluctant to part with this and that, but the 276 minutes is too much for the film festival, so he had to cut another version of 150 minutes.

After two and a half hours, people who watch the movie are numb in their buttocks, but this movie is worth sitting for two and a half hours.

Because "Sediq Bale" does not have that kind of fixed long shot, no narrative is unclear, and no picture is gray toned.

On the contrary, the story of this movie is not bad, and at least it is very clear. It tells the story of Mona Rudo, the leader of the Sediq tribe, who led more than 300 warriors of the tribe against the [-] Japanese army.

Based on the adaptation of the "Wushe Incident" that occurred in Taiwan Province in 1930, most of the characters and events are real.

When the director came on stage to talk about the creation, he also said that the film took 12 years from planning to completion, and nearly 10 people were used to shoot it, with a total investment of NT$8.8 million.

And 'Sedek' means 'real people'. This is a nation that does not depend on others. They wanted to be real people when they colonized Japan.

Wei Desheng was very excited when he talked about the behind-the-scenes creation. After all, 12 years of hard work is not easy for anyone.

"Finally, I would like to thank all colleagues in the film industry who came to support the film today, especially directors Ann Hui, Director He Fang, Director Cheng Xiaodong, Director Johnny To, Director Xu Haofeng, as well as all the big stars, Mr. Jet Li, Ms. Dexian Ye, Andy Lau gentlemen……"

Wei Desheng read longer and longer, thanking all the Chinese filmmakers who came to join us today.

"Finally, thank you, thank you all, I hope you can give us more criticism and guidance." Wei Desheng bowed deeply after finishing speaking.

After the screening, the reporters also gathered around and interviewed the guests who came to praise the show, especially the media from the three places, the two sides of the strait, the most active.

"This is a movie worth remembering, it's very passionate, it's a real man's movie." Johnnie To said.

"It's very good, very passionate, a movie made by Taiwanese people." Cheng Xiaodong also praised it.

"As long as it is a Chinese film, I support it." Xu Anhua said.

"These are historical knowledge that people in the mainland rarely understand. This is really great. The film perfectly expresses nationalism and deeply criticizes the atrocities of the colonists." Xu Haofeng commented.

"Director He Fang, what do you think of "Sediq Bale"?" The reporter was also looking forward to He Fang's answer.

"How should I put it, I was very heavy after watching this movie. Why don't the mainland people know such a good history of Taiwan Province? It may be more than that. We know very little about many histories of Taiwan Province. This is very strange. Good thing."

"Director Wei's film is very good. The story is clear, the characters are vivid, the plot is ups and downs, and the theme is profound. It fully shows the atrocities committed by the colonists when our country was weak, and also records the people who are far away from the motherland. The blood of the Sediq people."

"This is not only history, but also the national spirit. Many people in Taiwan may have forgotten this national spirit, or they may have lost their blood, or they may have fallen to the colonists. However, history is history and cannot be changed. , and I can’t forget it.”

"What film art? Film art is to convey a kind of spirit and some ideas to the audience through images, so that the audience can resonate, and even this film has the value of being handed down from generation to generation. "Sediq Bale" has a high level of art Worth it, if I were the chairman of the jury, I would award the Golden Lion to this film."

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Everyone was dumbfounded, and I asked you to come over to cheer, but you don't have to brag to the sky, do you?Did Director He Fang exaggerate a little too much?

When He Fang saw everyone's questioning eyes, he shrugged.

"I'm not talking nonsense and boasting, what I said is true."

As soon as He Fang finished speaking, Wei Desheng excitedly held He Fang's hand.

"Thank you Director He for your recognition and praise. I am so excited. I have worked so hard for so long just to get more recognition from everyone. I didn't expect Director He Fang to like it so much." Wei Desheng said.

"Of course, I really like it. Director Wei, more movies like this need to be made. A lot of Taiwan's history has been erased or even distorted by those who care about it. We filmmakers also have the responsibility to restore it. I support you to make more movies like this. In the future The mainland distribution of such a film is entrusted to me, if you don’t have the funds for filming, you come to me, and I will help you solve it.”

He Fang made a promise on the spot, and everyone was shocked again. He Fang liked this movie so much?
"What I said is true. I will never lie to you. I will ask our company to discuss the distribution rights of "Sediq Bale" with you in the mainland. I will definitely give you a satisfactory offer. Of course, you can refuse, which does not It's not forced cooperation."

"Ah, this, this, it's great, it's great, for me, happiness came so suddenly, it's great, thank you, thank you Director He, thank you, thank you." Wei Desheng was so excited that he almost shed tears.

"Ha, come on, I like you."

"thanks, thanks."

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Other Chinese-speaking filmmakers are confused, why are they so optimistic about this movie?Or is it that he is so optimistic about Wei Desheng.

Perhaps, he has another purpose?But no matter what his purpose is, he is really rich and powerful.

Hiss, it's time to re-examine him.

In fact, He Fang does have other goals, just some small personal ideas, these small ideas...he has money, he can afford it, these small ideas can be realized if they can be realized, and it doesn't matter if they can't.

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"Today I watched a very good Taiwanese movie "Sediq Bale" in Venice. I strongly recommend domestic audiences to go to the cinema to support it. Changsha Tuanhuo is going to get the distribution rights of this movie in mainland China. The specific release time is to be determined , I hope you will support me a lot.”

He Fang is really supportive, just after he came out of the screening palace, he posted a Weibo on Weibo.

"Damn it, what movie made He Fang so excited after watching it, not only posted a blog to support it, but also won the distribution rights?"

"There are good movies in Taiwan? Don't they have slow-moving movies like Edward Yang and Hou Hsiao-hsien? I can't stand it, Director He."

"Ah, I see. Taiwan's shortlisted film "Sediq Bale" must be this film."

"Hearing this name, it feels like a foreign movie. What does it mean?"

"Go to Baidu quickly..."

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And some celebrities who have a good relationship with He Fang on Weibo have also been supported, and the one who rushed to the forefront is our Fan Ye.

Fan Bingbing: "A movie that can make Director He Fang so excited must be a good movie. I look forward to it."

Liu Yan: "I'm looking forward to it. I'll reserve the venue for everyone to watch."

Huang Xiaoming: "I believe Director He's vision, I am looking forward to watching this movie."

Deng Chao: "I watched it on the spot, and it really surprised me. We know too little about the history of Taiwan Province."

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Reminded by his colleagues, Wei Desheng became excited again when he saw the hot discussion on Weibo in mainland China.

What He Fang said is true, people really like him.That's right, he still has a lot of stories in his heart, all about the history of Taiwan Province, as long as anyone supports him, he can shoot them.

Just then, his phone rang.

"Hello."

"Hello, this is Director Wei Desheng Wei, right? I'm Zhang Qian from Changsha Tuanhuo Culture, and I want to talk to you about the release of "Sediq Bale" in mainland China. Do you think you're interested?"

"Ah, yes, yes, of course there is..."

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On the second day after the opening in Venice, there was not only the screening of "Sediq Bale", but also the screening of "Legend of the White Snake".

It's 22 o'clock in the evening, it's a little late, but it doesn't matter.

He Fang and his party came to support again.

"Director He, I just found out that your new movie "Scorching Sun" will also be released on National Day? You have to be merciful."

Cheng Xiaodong's attitude was much better than yesterday, mainly because he saw He Fang's support for Wei Desheng, and then went back to find out the details of He Fang, and only then did he know that this is an official spokesperson.

This kind of person can't be offended, he can tolerate a higher tone.

"Haha, Director Cheng was joking. We are a literary film. How could it pose a threat to "Legend of the White Snake"? Don't praise me, don't let me mistakenly think that I made a commercial blockbuster."

"Then you must be cautious about your movie. "Single Zoo" poses a great threat to "Tangshan Earthquake" differently? If I had known, I would have released it in the summer."

"Haha, the degree is exaggerated, exaggerated, don't think about competition, when the time comes, we will support each other, promote more, and get good results together, wouldn't it be better?"

"Okay, I like to hear what you say."

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Oh, what about the movie "Legend of the White Snake"?

It's still a question of the plot. This story is actually quite complete, and it also has a comedy effect.However, don't put it on the prototype of White Snake and Xu Xian, maybe the box office will rise, but if the story is based on "Legend of White Snake", then this story will not be acceptable to the audience.

In addition, it is the choice of actors. He Fang feels that Huang Shengyi cannot support the heroine of a commercial blockbuster.

Sometimes it really doesn’t mean that you can support whoever you want. Big stars don’t come out entirely by praise. For some actors, you have to let her have the strength to be a big flower, and then add your strength to support her before she can come out.

It's not that you can be a big flower just by holding it, it's not that simple.

It's really that simple, Liu Yihua has already become the Cunda who overwhelms Sidan Shuangbing, but in fact she still has to be crushed by Sidan Shuangbing.

Is she not supported?
From He Fang's point of view, Huang Shengyi's performance of White Snake was a bit lacklustre. It was not as elegant and magnificent as Zhao Yazhi's, nor was it as charming as Wang Zuxian's performance.

Huang Shengyi's white snake is really white like a silly sweet white, it's a pity that such a big production.

Of course, there are many details to complain about, but these are not the point.As long as your story is good, the characters are right, and the actors are well chosen, then even if you have a slight flaw in the production, the audience can still tolerate it.

However, "The Legend of the White Snake" shouldn't have chosen Huang Shengyi as the heroine, and the hero who played Xu Xian was also poor.

The movie should re-dub the male protagonist Jet Li, his voice is not suitable for the original soundtrack.

As for special effects, so-so can be passable, but don't scrutinize the details.

After the movie finished, everyone applauded, and then Wang Zhonglei rubbed He Fang.

"What do you think? Why do I feel like I'm watching a fake blockbuster? I always feel that something is wrong, but I can't tell."

He Fang raised his eyebrows. It's not that Wang Zhonglei doesn't know anything about movies, he has a certain appreciation level.

"It's okay, it's qualified, but it's not considered excellent, nor can it be a boutique. As long as the reputation doesn't collapse, it should be able to recover the cost, I'm afraid..."

Before He Fang finished speaking, the applause stopped, and the main creators came on stage.

(End of this chapter)