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large-scale military TV series "Zero Distance", which is currently airing on CCTV-8, has continued to dominate the list since its launch, and is deeply loved by the audience. During the viewing of
, many careful Ningxia drama fans were pleasantly surprised to find that in this drama Many of the scenes were filmed in Ningxia
On September 4th
New News reporter contacted the director of the play
"specialist in military-themed TV dramas" Xu Yongchang
conducted an exclusive interview with Ningxia about the details of the shooting and the story of Ningxia during the shooting. Filming in Ningxia, which lasted more than 5 months
For the military-themed TV series he directed before, Xu Yongchang said that he was most satisfied with " I am the Phoenix Fire of the Special Forces ", which is a story mainly reflecting the stories of female special forces members TV drama.
"A group of actresses did heavy-duty armed off-roading, crossing obstacles, passing water prisons , going down quagmire, and climbing mountains in the high temperature weather of over 40°C, completely disregarding their physical limits and their own image. I couldn't stand it even sitting in front of the monitor. , not to mention that they were exposed to the scorching sun and performed super-physical military actions, but none of our actresses came to complain about their distress." Xu Yongchang said that this shooting experience was very unforgettable, and he wanted to express his love to "I once again through this exclusive interview." It is the highest tribute to the cast and crew of the cast and crew of Special Forces Fire Phoenix.
and "I am the Fire Phoenix of the Special Forces" have similarities to "Zero Distance", which was also shot under extremely difficult conditions. In July 2018, the crew officially entered Wuzhong, Ningxia. The shooting environment ranged from mountains, Gobi, deserts, uninhabited areas, abandoned factories, jungles to cities. The shooting time was more than 5 months, and the climate spanned from summer to winter.
"This is the first time I have filmed in Ningxia, the vast desert, the boundless Gobi, the valleys with strange rocks, the old streets with western characteristics, as well as flocks of cattle and sheep, willow trees, distant Snow Mountain, everything excites me." Talking about the shooting process, Xu Yongchang seemed to be back to the shooting state of 4 years ago. "However, after the filming began, various problems came one after another. The first was the temperature. In the summer, shooting a shot under the sun with sweat all over his face was the same as shooting "I am the Phoenix of the Special Forces"; in winter, it was minus 20 It was too ℃, the actors were shivering in thin clothes, their bodies were stiff, and tears flowed, and they had to warm up for a shot. Another one was the sandstorm. When the wind picked up, the sand and stones were all over the sky, and the tent was blown up and down. Several actors saw When you get into the sand, it's as red as a rabbit's eye." Xu Yongchang said frankly that for a southerner, shooting in Ningxia was quite a test, but none of the 500-odd cast members complained, and they left reluctantly. .
has been dedicated to building for 4 years. The biggest attraction is the real
TV series "Zero Distance". It tells that in an exercise called "Lore and Death" organized by the army in the theater, the Xiaolang special team was in the leadership of He Tiangao and his teammates. Under the leadership of the old captain Chai Shenghua, they bravely attacked the two combat units of the Blue Tiger Brigade and fought against the foreign terrorist forces who tried to destroy the exercise.
's grand military exercise scenes, various advanced weapons and equipment, and exciting plot advancement... After the launch of "Zero Distance", many military fans became excited after watching the first few episodes. Xu Yongchang told reporters that the filming of the play received strong support and cooperation from the Western Army, which provided the crew with a large number of new weapons and equipment and a group of soldiers. "All of our exercises were filmed on-site. The equipment and personnel were coordinated by the crew, and various prescribed actions were completed according to the script requirements, which achieved a very real artistic effect. The highlights of the show are the display of military equipment and various skills of special forces. The performance of tactics, as well as the depiction of the inner world of officers and soldiers, reflects themes and characters that are closer to the reality of the army."
After the show was launched, the actors' performance in the show was recognized by leaders and experts at all levels, and the audience also It was highly praised, and several leading actors received a good reputation. Xu Yongchang introduced that the play has been fully supported by a large number of senior artists who have starred in the image of military tough guys, such as Shi Zhaoqi , Ding Haifeng , Guan Yajun , Qian Zhi , etc. Other actors have also cooperated many times. "My criteria for selecting actors is not about being expensive, but about being suitable. First of all, I have to be like a soldier in temperament, and then have a good creative attitude, be willing to use their brains, and be willing to endure hardships." Xu Yongchang said, "I will ask them to play Troops experience life and make them understandTroops, understand the hearts of officers and soldiers, and humbly learn all kinds of military common sense and special technical and tactical movements, because the actors are basically the special soldiers of the army. I hope that the actors will not let the audience feel that you are a special soldier when they appear on the scene with them. An actor not a soldier. "
"Although the world is safe, if you forget to fight, you will be in danger", "Zero Victory" wants to convey to the audience the confidence of contemporary soldiers to face the battlefield, the perseverance to defend peace, and the determination to win if they dare to fight. This is also the original intention and purpose of the filming of the show. "On the basis of the play, we will focus on rendering the actual combat atmosphere of each scene, and express the theme through the actors' lines and behaviors, and use various artistic means to ask the actors not to speak vainly or shout slogans, but to follow the heart and to Emotional. "Xu Yongchang said, "The drama has been built with dedication for 4 years, and the biggest thing to watch is the truth. "
Ningxia people's hospitality made the director still fresh in his memory.
"Zero Victory" was filmed in three seasons: summer, autumn and winter. Scenes were shot in Yinchuan, Wu Zhong , Zhongwei , Guyuan , and Ningxia. The sincerity, simplicity and hospitality of people left a deep impression on the crew members including the director. The beautiful scenery of
"The Magical Ningxia in the South of the Yangtze River" made the crew linger. It was desert. Although the shooting process was difficult, the majestic Helan Mountain reminded everyone of the momentum of "driving a long car and breaking through the Helan Mountain Que". The blue sky, Great Wall, , mountains, deserts and other unique scenery in the west perfectly matched the army camouflage elements. , has also become a classic scene of "Western + Military".
also has a shooting location that Xu Yongchang likes very much, he did not hesitate to switch more than 400 kilometers to shoot, that is the old alley scenic spot of in Longde County of . It is more suitable. He specially set "Tianhu Town" in the script as "Tianhu New Town" and "Tianhu Old Street", and set "Tianhu Old Street" itself as a "tourist town", which also Let the Old Alley Scenic Spot "play in its true colors" in the play. Scenes such as city gates, old streets, old wells, old courtyards, and painting and calligraphy halls in the scenic spot are presented one by one. The Qin Opera performances, the market and other scenes have attracted many local people. The appearance of the actors makes the play more grounded.
Due to the needs of the plot, the crew shot scenes in Wuzhong Hongbao Hotel , Wuzhong City Hospital, Qingtongxia Jinshawan Winery, Yinchuan Lansai Winery, Yinchuan Dayuecheng, etc. The filming was assisted by the local government, public security, firefighting and other departments. During the filming, the crew also tasted Ningxia specialties such as roasted whole lamb , hand-caught mutton , Yellow River carp, etc., and became friends with many Ningxia people.” They were very enthusiastic, took us everywhere to choose the scene, introduced the local customs, beautiful scenery and food, and treated us as their own. At the shooting site, they will also be obliged to help the crew solve some practical difficulties. "Xu Yongchang said, "I thank them from the bottom of my heart. If I have the opportunity, I will definitely bring my relatives and friends to visit the old place in Ningxia again and taste the local food." "
(New News reporter Zhang Xuemei)
Postscript
After watching "Zero Distance", many military fans expressed their expectation for more military dramas. Will this drama be like the "I Am Special Forces" series, with the second and first filming of the series Three or even more? Xu Yongchang said, ""Right to Win Zero Distance" is an open ending, that is, the six-nation joint anti-terrorist military exercise, I really hope to have the opportunity to film it to show the image of our military in the world and strength. "
from: New News
Source: Ningxia News Network
