For an international film festival, the "competition unit" is a battleground: How many blockbuster films from major directors will be premiered here? How many celebrities will appear on the red carpet? How will these new films, which represent the industry's top level, lead the direction and trend of the new year's films? At the same time, how many amazing works and new talents will stand out on this competitive stage, or even soar into the sky?
Last year, the first Hainan Island International Film Festival used the shining stars of the "master class" and the colorful screenings to create a "never ending" romantic movie dream for industry insiders and fans. For the second edition of
this year, in addition to "dreaming", the organizer also created a hardcore unit to win the "place of competition". Yes, this year the Hainan Island International Film Festival added a competition unit, and the highest honor was named the "Golden Coconut Award." The
"Golden Coconut Award" is also divided into three categories: feature feature films, feature documentaries and short feature films. Of these, feature feature films are naturally the most interesting and can best demonstrate the hard power of a film exhibition.
Judging from the 13 short-listed feature films that have been announced, there is no doubt that for the first time, the Hainan Island International Film Festival handed over a beautiful list of good quality and weight: both commercial genre and art. Explore; some famous director's creation and breakthrough, and some new directors let go; the joining of bright stars also successfully attracted the world premiere of masterpieces.
These 13 "breakthrough masterpieces" that are about to compete for the "Golden Coconut Award" are all worthy of our talk.
"The First Parting" A First Farewell
Director: Wang Lina
Starring: Isa Yasen, Kelly Binuer Rehe Mitoli, Alinaiz Rehe Mitoli
Type: Children
Producer Country/Region: China
Duration: 90 minutes
's new work "The First Parting" has been recognized by the industry and abroad: first won the best film in the Asian Future Section of the Tokyo International Film Festival, and then won the new generation of the Berlin International Film Festival Jury award and best film for children's section. Douban has a high score of 7.4. Among the nearly 900 netizens who scored, more than half gave four stars. The creative ideas and production of
film are very interesting. The director Wang Lina was born in a journalism documentary. At the beginning of her creation, she was struggling to "make a great documentary" and make a huge project of "taking ten years to record the growth of several Uyghur teenagers".
But when she returned to her hometown of Shaya, Xinjiang, after a year of tracking, filming, and recording, the idea of making a feature film came into being. Therefore, the relationship between the characters presented in the final movie is real, and many of the daily details are also real, but part of the plot is a "dramatic extraction of the protagonist's real life", a kind of "documentary re-creation that reconstructs life". Fiction and reality are intertwined, and the specific boundaries are not clear.
"The First Parting" uses a child's perspective-child actors are all amateurs, and various factors make the shooting more difficult. The director should guide the children to perform without any trace of performance, or to use the director's words: simply not perform, it will be true. So the creators need to construct a real situation, put the children in it, and finally capture it with the lens. The patience and perseverance required can be imagined.
"The First Parting" focuses on the innocent children in two families. They have little understanding of humanity and sophistication. They must grow in ignorance through their own eyes, perception and learning. Parting is one of the things that urges people to grow up: the boy parted from his mother, the girl parted from his friend and hometown, and the lamb parted from his master... In the innocence, it is inevitable that there is a touch of sadness.
is similar to the calm temperament of the film. The director has an excellent grasp of themes, emotions and realistic issues, and a sense of scale. It is appropriate, restrained and equal-this is the most precious part of the film, and it can best reflect the director's creative courage and courage. local. From the perspective of reflecting Xinjiang's customs and living conditions, "The First Parting" is also extremely valuable.
"A Father’s Path to the Liver Search" A Son
Director: Medie Bashawei
Starring: Semi Boa Gila
Genre: Drama
Production Country/Region: Tunisia, France, Lebanon, Qatar
Duration: 96 Minute
shadowThe film was shortlisted for the Horizon section of the Venice International Film Festival, and the famous French actor Semi Poaguila, who played his father in the film, successfully won the actor.
"A Father's Path to Seeking the Liver" begins with the leisurely and comfortable style of a family of three on vacation, but quickly turns around and falls straight to the bottom. The family suffered a terrorist attack inexplicably, and the son was injured by a bullet. A liver transplant was required within two weeks... The secret of the family was also revealed, and the father faced a painful choice.
This debut feature film by Tunisian director Mehdi Basoy attempts to place popular family ethics in the current war situation and social reality. This insight has been appreciated by many foreign media. The reporter praised the film for “telling a sad story in a calm and in-depth manner”, saying that the rookie director “is not to be underestimated and deserves the attention of the world.” The Hollywood Reporter directly supported him. "The Light of Arab Cinema".
Semi-Bao Yajila's performance is another highlight of the film. Semi Poaguila has won the Cannes actor ("Glorious Years"), the French film Caesar Award for best supporting actor ("The Witness"), is a veteran acting school in Europe. Although he played ordinary roles like husband and father this time, when this role is in an extreme situation, it is time to really test the actor's skills.
"Balloon" Balloon
Director: Wanma Caidan
Starring: Suolang Wangmu, Jinba, Yang Xiucuo
Genre: Plot
Production Country/Region: China
Duration: 102 minutes
Another talent of Wanma This masterpiece was shortlisted for the Venice Horizon Unit. As the leader of the "New Tibetan Tide", Wanma Caidan's creative talents have soared in recent years, and he has been seeking changes and breakthroughs almost every time while maintaining his standard. Now that I look at it again, he has already reached the public to a certain extent, and has properly circled a wave of movie fans.
Wanma Caidan’s movies can be dreamlike birth, old age, sickness and death, love, hatred, and hatred, or the most down-to-earth clichés. But no matter which kind it is, it will bear the strong mark of Wanma Caidan.
In addition, there are religions and beliefs in his films, as well as the conflict between modern culture and traditional customs, a large number of images and a wealth of interpretation space. You can see the meticulously laid out literary texts in his movies, but on the screen, you can feel the smoothness and beauty of the shots.
"Balloon" is no exception, some even say it is the "best" Wanma Caidan has so far.
"Beneath the Shadow" Beneath the Shadow
Director: Keishi Otomo
Starring: Ayano Takeshi, Matsuda Ryuhei
Genre: Story
Production Country/Region: Japan
Duration: 134 minutes
Ayano Takeshi VS Matsuda Ryuhei!
What is the real fragrance scene? This is also the first collaboration between two stylish Japanese outstanding Mesozoic actors. The spark of creation is very exciting! In addition, there are also powerful green leaves such as Kunimura Hayabusa and Mariko Tsutsui.
The movie "Kageri" has an excellent text. The adaptation of the novel of the same name is the "Japanese literary Oscar" Akutagawa Award winning work. Social Reality. The story of
unfolds between two colleagues and friends of Konno and Hiqa. From the acquaintance of Mo Ni, to being a stranger, to Konno's hearing about Hiqian's disappearance, he began to look for Hiqian... In the words and comments of others, Konno got to know another A version of the day light.
Finally, make a key point: Hainan Island is the world premiere this time! World premiere! World premiere! Japan will not be released until February next year.
Deerskin
"Deerskin" Deerskin
Director: Quentin Dupieu
Starring: Jean Dujardin, Adela Hanel
Genre: Comedy
Country: France, Belgium, Switzerland
Duration: 77 minutes
It's a cult film, and its basic features are the brainstorming, absurd development and cold humor. After appearing as the opening film of the Cannes Film Festival Director's Biweekly Unit in 2019, "Deerskin" has gained a reputation along the way with its grotesque style, and it has properly become one of the most anticipated movies by fans in 2019.One.
Of course, a very flying movie is destined to cause controversy. Those who don’t catch a cold will think that such a story is insignificant and unknown, so ~
roughly share the outline of the story: Greasy Uncle George bought a suede jacket for a lot of money. The store also gave him the camera. Talking to himself obsessively in front of the jacket is nothing. The uncle also went to fool the amateur editor-the bartender Dennis to be his assistant. He drove the train and said that he was an artist who made a pseudo-documentary, and his The ultimate goal is to collect all the leather jackets in the world! If you see one, grab one.
because he wants to be the only person in the world wearing a leather jacket!
is good, you can be happy as the director...
director Quentin Dupieu, this Quentin is not Quentin, but how similar is the evil taste, absurd style and playfulness? Except for the name of a ghost director (he also takes care of editing, photography and soundtrack), Quentin Dupieu is still a true god in the field of electronic music.
In 1999, he became popular all over the world with Levi's commercial song "Flat Beat", known as the godfather of new French electronic music, and his music style has deeply influenced many well-known French DJs. Playing music is easy to come by, and switching careers to movies is another easy task, convinced.
"Deerskin" and Oscar actor-the famous French actor Jean Dujardin starred in the leading actor ("Artist") and French talent Adele Harnel ("120 Strikes" "Unknown Girl") joined Squeezing the formation always gives people the feeling of "walking a tightrope". Between the subtlety of collapse and holding, you may get a lot of fun and surprises.
"Fire Will Comez" Fire Will Come
Director: Olivier Laxche
Starring: Amador Arias, Benedicta Sánchez
Genre: Plot
Country: Spain, France, Luxembourg
Length: 85 minutes
won the Cannes International Film Festival this year The jury award for the "One Concern" unit. But for ordinary viewers, "The Fire Is Coming" will have a certain sense of distance, which is not so easy to "digest". The
movie has a circular structure. The male protagonist accused of an arson case is released after serving his sentence. He returns to his isolated hometown alone and lives with his mother.
The four seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter change. The time goes by, and the actor’s body and mind gradually expand, but finally a fire comes again...
Although the story outline sounds pretty plot, the film itself is slow and soothing. There are a lot of sophisticated photographic composition and exquisite pictures. As for the lines, they are related to the daily life.
is the cup of tea for art film lovers.
"White Snake: Love" White Snake
Director: Zhang Xianfeng
Starring: Zeng Xiaomin, Wen Ruqing, Wang Yanfei, Zhu Hongxing
Genre: Opera
Production Country/Region: China
Length: 101 minutes
Story is still that familiar story : Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian’s past and present lives, under the umbrella, how Fahai didn’t understand love, and then the water flooded the golden mountains and the broken bridge to find his wife... Innovative, the form of presentation: 4K panoramic sound, Cantonese opera, modern technology Combine with the wit of traditional opera art.
is a bit powerful!
"Mom is not at home" Los Lobos
Director: Samyo Kish Leopó
Starring: Samuel Kishi
Genre: Martha Reyes Arias, Maximiliano Nájar Márquez
Production Country/Region: Mexico
zzz 0 minutes and 1zzz0 Ao followed his mother and immigrated to the United States from his hometown of Mexico. Her mother told them that they would lead a better life and go to the Disney amusement park. But the reality is that they are kept in small and shabby rooms every day, waiting for their mother to return from get off work exhausted. The story ofhere is a sad reality tragedy, but the director has injected endless healing power into the film: Although the children are kept in small rooms every day, they are doing graffiti and dreaming about beauty every day.the future of. The
film is adapted from the personal experience of director Samuel Kishi, and finds a warm narrative angle on immigration-related issues.
Like "The First Parting", "Mother Is Not Home" also has a documentary style. The perspectives of the two children looking at the world also add a lot of innocent, optimistic and positive colors to the film.
"Marghe and Her Mother" Marghe and Her Mother
Director: Mawson Markmarbuff
Starring: Ylenia Galtieri, Margherita Pantaleo
Country/Region: Italy, UK
Duration: 100 minutes
22-year-old single mother g When Laudia was evicted from the house for failing to pay the rent, she left her 6-year-old daughter Maggie to an old lady next door—well, it’s another sad story, but people cry again. Laugh again; and, this is another movie that sparkles with the amazing performance of the little actors.
"La Gomera" The Whistlers
Director: Koneliu Bolanboyu
Starring: Vlad Ivanov, Katriner Malone, Rodica Razzell
Genre: Comedy
Production country/region: Romania, France, Germany, Sweden
Duration: 97 minutes
In 2006, the film "Bucharest East 12:8" won the Director’s Fortnight European Film Award and the Golden Camera Award (Director) at the Cannes International Film Festival The debut of the award), the two consecutive cities made the newcomer Koneliu Bolanboyu's fame.
Over the years, he has successively handed over his personal style works such as "Police, Adjectives" and "Treasure", which rank among "a kind of attention", and he also brought his latest masterpiece "La Gomera" into the Palme d’Or competition. .
"La La Gomera" was called a "sand sculpture comedy" by some film critics, which seems to be a little different from the past style of Koneliu Bolanboyu. In addition, the film also incorporates rich elements such as police and gangsters, spy warfare, love, tourist scenery and so on. It is lively and raging, and the director's desire for change simply overflows the screen.
In this story of the spy war between police and robbers, the key to threading the needle is an old whistle language-so the Taiwanese translation of the film is called "Whistle Odd Case". Perhaps viewers who did not understand "The Whistleblower" can find some answers in "La Gomera".
"To Live To Sing
" Director: Ma Nan
Starring: Zhao Xiaoli, Gan Guidan
Genre: Drama, Opera
Production Country/Region: China
Duration: 105 minutes
International film festivals in recent years, occasionally watched Young Chinese directors have emerged, such as Qiu Yang who won the Cannes short film Palme d'Or ("Small Town in February"), and young director Zhao Ting who was shortlisted for the Cannes Directors' Biweekly Unit. Ma Nan, who was selected for the Cannes Director's Biweekly Unit with "Sing Alive" this year, has a similar experience.
Ma Nan was born in college, began to produce documentary in 2008, and then entered the Department of Film Production at Columbia University. "Sing Alive" is the second feature film he directed. In addition to being shortlisted for the director's biweekly unit in Cannes, the film also won the Best Picture and Best Actress Awards at the Shanghai International Film Festival Asian Newcomer Awards.
"Singing Alive" is a story of a heroine: the proprietress of the Sichuan Opera Troupe is looking for a new place for the troupe. Because of the pressure, the world of Sichuan Opera gradually dives into the real world, where magic and reality are intertwined. The biggest surprise of the
film is the magical and interesting expression of the young director.
"The Judgment" Verdict
Director: Raymond Ribai Gutierrez
Starring: Rene Durian, Max Eigenmann, Kristoffer King
Genre: Drama, Crime
Country/Region: Philippines, France
Duration: 126 minutes
The young director Raymond Ribe Gutierrez is a protégé of Mandoza. In his debut feature film "The Judgment",The mentor also served as the producer to escort the film, and the quality can be expected. Sure enough, the shot was extraordinary, and the film was nominated for the Horizon Unit of the Venice International Film Festival and won the special jury award.
The domestic violence incident that has caused heated discussions in the country in the past few days has triggered a loud crusade against the cruel atrocities. In addition to the subject of domestic violence, "The Judgment" tries to explore deeper: what role do deep-rooted social concepts and the complicated and bureaucratic judicial system play in domestic violence cases?
"1982"Nighteen Eighty-two
Director: Oualid Mouaness
Starring: Nadine Rabaki
Genre: Drama, History
Production Country/Region: Lebanon, United States, Norway, Qatar
Duration: 100 minutes
Do movie fans burst into tears in "Why Home"? The director of the film-Nadine Labaki handed over the new work! However, this time she showed not superb director skills, but explosive acting skills.
When the Lebanon War broke out in 1982, an 11-year-old boy was preparing to confess his crush to a girl on the campus of an elementary school on the outskirts of Beirut, and the teachers were nervously arranging the evacuation.
The naive imagination of the children's world and the anxiety of adults in the face of turbulence go hand in hand. The role of teacher in the film is played by Nadine Labaki.
It is reported that this story was created and polished by director Oualid Mouaness for 8 years, and the hard work can be imagined.
