"The truth is demonstrated in words. - Tang Lei"
Another Hong Kong movie?
Frankly speaking, once a Hong Kong movie is released, all kinds of rhetoric such as bad movie reservations, these actors again, Hong Kong entertainment has no one, overkill and weak plots, etc., have already made my ears tingle.
Therefore, I was also affected to a certain extent before watching the film " Kowloon Walled City: The Siege ".
Roughly speaking, it is classified as an "action movie".
and nothing more.
But actually, what does "weak plot" mean?
The passion of the rivers and lakes, the friendship between life and death, the warmth of the neighbors and the down-to-earth fireworks, these things are the real foundation for building the movie "Another World".
So I'm sorry, Hong Kong cinema is not dead.
Many years ago, Lei Zhendong, Chen Zhan and Tornado had an intriguing past.
This is the opening scene of the movie.
The ancient temple with swords, narrow and complicated passages and a sliver of blue sky, coolies, workers, sixth masters, seventh aunts and eighth aunts, regardless of high or low, are all here, wandering back and forth.
It is as real as it is imaginary, which is the most realistic feeling this movie gives people.
The murderer king is loyal and righteous, and he kills like a fool. The tornado man is kind-hearted and righteous, the big boss is ambitious, Wang Jiu is crazy and terrifying, Di Qiu is a pitiful man, Brother Tiger has a clear grudge, Chen Luojun, Xinyi, and the Twelve Young Masters He and the four boys are unparalleled in their passion, and there is also a fish-ball girl who must be mentioned.
Every character is very vivid.
In terms of performances, the older generation Sammo Hung, Aaron Kwok, and Louis Koo are all enough to hold the show.
Especially Aaron Kwok and Louis Koo, both of their characters have a kind of fateful tragedy in them, which is very touching. Under their pressure, the young actors can do their best.
Generally speaking, the "old, middle-aged and young" structure of the movie's cast is quite scientific.
However, there is one thing. Director Zheng Baorui seems to have made a mistake.
as shown in the picture.
Whether it is the final poster or the full character poster, the name and figure of the "King of Killers" does not appear.
Judging from the opening, ending and premiere of the movie, the film crew gave Aaron Kwok enough respect and status, such as being the "special guest star" in the finale, and the first name to appear in the order of appearance at the end of the film. The reason why
has been "hiding" and not publishing it may be to give the audience a "surprise". The idea of
is certainly understandable.
But the character of "King of Killers" is particularly impressive not only for his unrivaled force, fierce aura, loyalty, and ruthless temperament, but also as a key figure in promoting the development of the plot.
In the past, all the grudges were caused by Azhan's "imprisonment and killing" of Di Qiu's wife and children.
Many years later, seemingly guided by fate, his son Chen Luojun went round and round and returned to Kowloon Walled City.
But at the end, it was Chen Luojun who finally rescued Di Qiu.
How to explain the grudges?
This movie even has a strong sense of epicness.
When taking pictures of history or the past, we usually emphasize the highly restored scenery, from characters’ clothing, objects to buildings, etc., which takes a lot of effort.
The last time he filmed " Wisdom Teeth ", Zheng Baorui created a particularly sophisticated fake "garbage dump".
This attitude is very commendable.
To give a random example, Qiu Litao's " Moscow Operation " went back thirty years, but no matter the poster or the movie itself, from the colors, costumes to the scenery, you can't feel the mottled time at all.
turns to observe the "Kowloon Walled City" this time. The old walls, wires, trash cans, narrow passages, low eaves and dense buildings will take people completely and completely into the old times as the camera wanders and shuttles. In the context of the situation, it has the ability to "convince" people, and it contains rigor and ingenuity.
This kind of spirit is rarely seen in Chinese movies.
The splendor and impetuosity of business have long diluted art, connotation, spirit, thinking, etc.
Many people like to see and talk about data, traffic and marketing, but they seem to have forgotten that movies are not just a commodity, they are also an art.
Director Cheng Baorui, certainly deserves more.
Hong Kong cinema is not dead.
The last person who shouted this sentence was Zhuang Wenqiang.
This "The Siege of Kowloon Walled City" may be regarded as the "strongest" Hong Kong film since the blockbuster " Warriors ", and it can also temporarily lead the Hong Kong films of the 1920s.
Therefore, Director Cheng Baorui can also say that Hong Kong cinema is not dead.
Hong Kong movies can be regarded as a topic.
