The movie " Mr. Red Carpet " directed by Ning Hao and starring Andy Lau was released today (15th). The king Liu Weichi (played by Andy Lau) took over the filming of rural-themed movies in order to win awards and break through. He was directed by Lin Hao (played by Ning Hao) )'s suggestion to go to the countryside to experience life, but it triggered a series of disturbances that caught him off guard. The film uses the film and television industry as an entry point to explore the "communication difficulties" in modern society. The minimalist style and refined narrative also provide a broad space for imagination.
As a director who has been exploring all aspects of comedy for a long time, Ning Hao used "Mr. Red Carpet" to realize his self-reflection this time. His creation no longer continues the complicated multi-line narrative of the "Crazy" series, but adopts minimalist Marxist approach to construct an elegant comedy with unique temperament. Among the simple shots and colors, the "communication barrier" between superstar Liu Weichi and the people around him creates a visual impact on the audience. At the same time, the appropriate quiet space gives the audience an opportunity to reflect and think. In Ning Hao's view, the core of elegant comedy is "democracy". "It is not a one-way indoctrination. It is about communicating with the audience, not forcing the audience to accept the plot and effects." He accompanied the audience on a walk in the "screen forest" and completed a free and in-depth dialogue while expressing himself.
In the movie, Weichi Lau's social dilemmas were felt by many people, and the long blank space in the film also built a "communication bridge" between the creator and the audience. In previous road shows, the audience was encouraged by the main creator to enthusiastically share their insights into the plot and sincerely interpret metaphors. Director Ning Hao readily accepted the "ambiguity" that the collision of different viewpoints gave the film, and Andy Lau also admitted that "I hope to get closer to everyone through the characters." He said, "I communicated with the director during the filming, and then added the audience's perspective, we work together to complete the work through understanding and communication."
The movie focuses on the superstar's "transformation path to win awards" and reflects various phenomena in the entertainment industry. Ning Hao and Andy Lau join hands again after "Crazy Stone ", presenting with the attitude of "laughing at themselves and creating everything" Thoughts on industry and society. Clips such as veteran stars learning to shoot short videos, actors "quarreling" with directors, and beating up investors create absurd effects. Behind the many social crises faced by Liu Weichi are communication problems that make the audience feel familiar. This kind of "dare" and "truth" that is sharp in banter and connected with reality has won praise from the audience. Everyone said that "Director Ning Hao has completed a high-level 'movie slang', which is pungent but elegant" and "the movie is full of stamina and makes people laugh." You can calmly reflect after experiencing extreme madness.”
It is worth mentioning that the film boldly exposed Liu Weichi's arrogant side in work and life. For this reason, he had to face an "out of control life". However, after the noise and controversy, the camera turned and was revealed to everyone. In front of him was a calm scene of him controlling the balance car and gliding carefully. Many viewers expressed their surprise for this kind of story treatment, saying that "it abandoned flamboyant criticism and chose to use a restrained and gentle way to show the character's introspection and self-consistency."
Text/Beijing Youth Daily reporter Xiao Yang
editor/Qiao Ying
