"Magic Moment" is a professional term in movies. It refers to the moment of dusk, when the sun sets behind the horizon and the light completely disappears. It is said that you can take a dream-like picture. In 2005, Mitani Yuki heard this word from the crew photographer and used it as a key word to conceive the script. In 2008, the movie "Magic Hour" written and directed by Yuki Mitani was released in Japan. Various coincidences and reversals brought countless laughs, and the protagonist's dream for the movie also resonated with the audience.
In 2022, the Chinese movie ", the killer is not so calm", a remake of "Magic Hour", received a box office of 2.627 billion yuan, becoming the runner-up in the Spring Festival box office that year. In 2024, the stage play "Magic Hour" brought more to this IP. What new possibilities.
The stage play "Magic Moment" brings together outstanding actors such as Li Ren, Zheng Yunlong, Yan Nan, Zong Juntao, Wang Yadi, Huang Zhaohan, Zhang Shiman, Huang Jin and others. Li Ren challenged comedy for the first time. From actor to director, he has experienced many magical moments like the protagonist Daiki Murata in the play, moving forward bit by bit in pain for the goal. Zheng Yunlong and Yan Nan, who collaborated with Li Ren for the third and second time respectively, challenged comedy roles. Zheng Yunlong also unlocked the identity of a stage play producer.
"As a producer, I am my own boss." Zheng Yunlong said that during the rehearsal process of "Magic Hour", the two identities of producer and actor were constantly fighting. "I like to try and do it. Although I don't do it well, But keep doing it and quarrel with yourself."
Zheng Yunlong plays the frustrated young actor Daiki Murata in "Magic Hour". Is Daiki Murata a comedy character? Zheng Yunlong believes that he is just playing the role of a real person who may exist in life. "The magical moments of a strange combination of circumstances caused the 'joy' in the tree. He used his 'insensitive sense' to promote and dissolve it. He had no intention of getting involved. But he accidentally dominated everyone, and I could deeply feel the loneliness and sadness hidden in his smile."
Zheng Yunlong likes the concept of "magic moment", "The transition between morning and dusk, the alternation of yin and yang, is like a critical point. It makes people confused, crazy, and at a loss. In the rehearsal hall, I often watch everyone in the play from a spectator's perspective. Bingo is between cunning and sincere, the boss is between coldness and gentleness, and Mari is between stubbornness and weakness. ...They all have their own magic moments."
Zheng Yunlong in "Magic Moments"
"Magic Moments"
Yan Nan, another actor who plays Murata Daiki, said that he rarely comes into contact with comedy, and the same is true in "Magic Moments". First time playing an actor. In Yan Nan's view, Murata Daiki is a persistent "fool". "If you do something a hundred times, it's a comedy. If you do it a thousand times, it's a miserable life."
Yan Nan and Zheng Yunlong once played in Shanghai Grand Theater performs "Frankenstein". Returning to the Shanghai Grand Theater this time, the two lamented in the dressing room that performing "Frankenstein" felt like a world away. "Special effects makeup was required for "Frankenstein," so the dressing room was filled with the smell of alcohol, just like a murder scene."
"As a structured comedy, "Magic Hour" has no local baggage. It shows that each character has a desperate and persistent stupidity."
Zong Juntao, who plays Bingo Noboru, commented on the two "Daiki Murata", Zheng Yunlong is strong and charming. With a small dry sense of humor, Yan Nan is stubborn and has a straightforward sense of humor.
"Magic Moment" is co-produced by Damai Mailive, Hiken Pia, Fairchild Drama, Zheng Yunlong Workshop, Doudou Hope, and is jointly produced by Fairchild Drama, Damai "Of course there is drama", and Shanhou Lianfan Studio. Regarding the work being adapted into a stage play, Yuki Mitani said: "There is such a wonderful line in the movie. If you miss the magic moment, just wait until tomorrow. The magic moment will definitely come again, as long as the sun still rises."There will be magical moments in everyone's life. Please come to the theater, laugh to your heart's content, and find your own magical moments. "
" Our innocence and perseverance are the most original motivations for us to bring this classic film to the stage. Li Ren, screenwriter and director of "Magic Moment" and founder of Shanhou Whip Training Studio, paid tribute to all practitioners with his work. "The experiences and expressions of the people in the play make us empathize with each other, and show the love and passion for the profession of actors." persist in. "
Damai's "Of course there is a show" producer Zhao Lin said: "The original work of "Magic Hour" has a strong sense of theater and stageness in the story content and scene presentation, which has become an important basis for drama adaptation. We also deeply identify with the kindness, enthusiasm, idealism of the protagonist in the work and the playwright's understanding of life. "Li Dan, general manager of
Hiken Pia and producer of Fairchild Drama, revealed that he planned to introduce "Magic Moment" many years ago. "Laughter is very important at any time; no matter how busy you are, don't miss life. The beauty in life; no matter what difficulties you encounter, never forget your perseverance in pursuit. This is the practical significance that "Magic Moment" can give to the present. "
html" After its premiere on the 25th, "Magic Moment" received a score of 9.7 on Damai and 9.6 on Douban. The audience commented, "The stage play retains most of the plot and plot of the movie. It is not only authentic, but also has a reasonably funny rhythm." "The music is perfect, the dance is perfect, the makeup is perfect, it's a rare soul massage." "Damai's "Of course there is drama" label manager Li Jing said: "We will innovatively interpret these world classics rooted in China's cultural soil and market characteristics, so as to create new drama classics that meet the spirit of the times and the aesthetic needs of today's young audiences. . "After its premiere in Shanghai from July 25 to July 28, "Magic Moment" will also conduct a national tour in Chongqing, Suzhou, Beijing, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen.
"Magic Moment" poster
