In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
author：Walk on the edge of film and television
Released in the United States in 1940, the love film "Soul Breaks the Blue Bridge" starred Vivien Leigh, Robert Taylor, etc., and was a very ordinary film in Europe and the United States, and was rarely mentioned in the decades after its release. But in China, this film has become the supreme love classic in the minds of movie fans, and it has been screened for a long time.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
The original English title of the film was "Waterloo Bridge", which literally means "Waterloo Bridge". Chinese translated as "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge" - the translated titles of films before the 70s seem to be very literary, unique level, just like the name of this movie, the translation is very cultured, very poetic and catchy.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
The film itself is decent, the story line is very simple and easy to understand, and the male protagonist Roy and the female protagonist Mara are typical of love at first sight. But the love scenes in the film are very restrained, and the characters played by the male and female protagonists Robert Taylor and Vivien Leigh have become synonymous with elegance and dignity.
The first time I saw it was the dubbed version – fresh and at the same time déjà vu. Without seeing half of it, I probably know the plot behind it, and the film seems to be able to connect the whole film from various broadcast channels by means of clips - because it is too classic, it always feels as if it has seen the big one from childhood.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Vivien Leigh's beauty is overwhelming, and the ballerina she plays in the play really gives people the feeling of heaven and earth. While dancing "Swan Lake", she fixed her eyes on the happy girl in the future, Vivien Leigh's performance was shocking. The emotions that flow from her extremely charming eyes: shyness, sweetness, melancholy, despair (not like many actresses today have big eyes but no focus), all of which are unforgettable.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
The two faces of the male and female protagonists are perfect, impeccable, and beautiful as if they have all been plastic surgery, in fact, their beauty is the real natural beauty!
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
On their first date, the music they danced to was the theme song "Auld Lang Syne", based on the Scottish folk song "Friendship Lasts Forever". This song runs through the whole film, soothing and feminine, just like the love between the two.
This famous farewell song is well-known in China and never tires of listening. When you watch a movie, you will always have tears in your eyes when you hear music, and even if you hear it on the street, it will always arouse people's thoughts.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Love comes so quickly, just a meeting, but unforgettable - from falling in love to getting married only takes two days.
Why the love of that era can be so simple and persistent - the kissing scene between the hero and heroine in the rain is so classic, more permanent than the picture of the bed now. This is the worldview of watching old movies.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Vivien Leigh's acting skills are so skillful and wonderful, making people's viewing process very engaged, I feel that her brilliance alone covers the entire movie, especially, under the guidance of the strong expression of feelings at the beginning of the male protagonist Roy, Mara played by Vivien Leigh shows the desire for love, intoxication, in the face of the marriage proposal appears to be excited and nervous and overwhelmed The purity of the little girl, and at the same time is willing to be guided to be "ordered" to marry the male protagonist Roy, this process is worthy of praise,
Attached: Classic trench coat! From this film onwards, this kind of clothing began to become popular.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Compared with color movies, old black and white photos are more charming, and only black and white can outline the war-torn era.
The picture of the movie is very beautiful, the black and white movie comes with a soft light - seeing this reminds me of the shadow of "Gone with the Wind" - I really don't want to see the ending, pure love makes people sigh, and the sadness of the ending is extremely painful.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
During World War I, the existence of love was difficult. Obviously in love, but ruthlessly blocked by time and space, before the wedding could be held, Roy was called back to the army to participate in the war. To this end, the film dedicates a most classic train farewell.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Mara did not catch the time to pull Roy's hand, and could only stand on the side of the road in pity, this scene was shocking, and the close-up of the complex expression foreshadowed the turn of fate after that, all between her eyebrows.
People who have seen this movie will remember this scene - a song "Friendship for a Long Time", infinite love, each of us, how much we need love. "Wherever we went, the song followed us. Hearing the song of this movie in any environment, I would sigh softly.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
In order to meet her lover for the last time, Mara missed a ballet performance, lost her job, and her life was in trouble.
Although there was no wedding, going to Roy's mother at this time should not be rejected. But Mara wanted to maintain her perfect image in the Roy family. It should be that she considers the honor and social status of the Roy family and feels that she is too humble, and if she asks the Roy family for help, then she is no longer the perfect her, so she would rather live a difficult life.
This time it was even worse, she saw Roy's name on the death list, and this fake news of death gave Marla a fatal blow.
I've been wondering: What if? ...... She didn't pick up that newspaper at the time........
But the creation of people, a movie, to see a lifetime of regrets.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Mara was suddenly pushed into a desperate situation.
There is no scene in the film that directly indicates that the heroine Mara, played by Vivien Leigh, is a prostitute. An innocent woman is discouraged by the death of her lover and falls to the point of needing to sell her flesh, and the film deals with this passage with great restraint — only showing a shadow of Maramer standing on the bridge, behind whom is the man who talks to her, marla is slow to turn around, and this long freeze frame shows The psychological process of Mara's painful struggle.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Mara finally fell - the next scene at the station is simply divine, on how Vivien Leigh's temperament does not look like a dusty woman, but watching her flirtatiously pick guests in the train station, the completely different city servant's demeanor is too expressive! The whole temperament has changed dramatically, and the actor has elevated the whole story, otherwise he really can't understand the war years.
Mara's downfall – I often think that it can't simply be reduced to the compulsion of life, and the pressure of life alone will never make a self-reliant girl become like this! The key is because of Roy.
Thinking that Roy was dead had brought a heavy blow to her spirit, and that despair, coupled with the stubbornness in her personality, made her fall into a dilemma, and when she lost her soul, she lost herself. It is also because of this fragile personality (excessive self-esteem, pessimism, non-help, idealization) that she finally chose death in extreme mood.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
But fate really jokes with people! Roy is back alive!
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
The scene of the reunion is touching, the simplicity and happiness of love, the vicissitudes and emptiness after the fall, and the pain of contradictions and struggles when seeing your lover again... Everything flashed between Vivien Leigh's eyebrows.
Everything is also very painful.
At the same time, you will feel resentful: true love is not to run to war the next day after the engagement and never hear from you! Mara became like this, and Roy couldn't say a little responsibility without.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
When she meets Roy again, who is alive, Mara has hope for life again, but in Roy's house, everything is reversed. This scene about the badge is an inducement for her to face reality and escape from her loved ones.
Roy's uncle mentioned that the badge was a symbol of honor and a symbol of class—and Mara, apparently, did not belong to the class represented by the badge. The uncle went on to show that Mara's qualities of kindness, integrity, tenacity, etc., made her worthy of the honor of the badge.
These words are very moving, and these words are the last straw that crushed the camel.
These words made Mara herself feel that she no longer had the qualities that her uncle had said. Because no one knows better than she does: the past can never pass, it will only deepen, and she and Roy will never go back.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
There is nothing more painful than morality being driven into a desperate situation by tolerance. Faced with the honor of the Roy family and the trust of her family, Mara did not want to continue to deceive him, so she quietly left the day before the wedding.
No one forces the heroine to separate from her lover, but in fact, the tragedy of separation has long been doomed, it is difficult to imagine an officer can successfully marry a prostitute, and the most important thing is that Mara herself can not accept her betrayal, even if Roy can accept it, she herself can not pass this pass.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Why arrange a conversation between Mara and a prostitute at Waterloo Bridge?
Nothing else, but to let the prostitute's words and deeds tell Mara again: If the person you love sees you as the perfect model, but you know it yourself. If he finds out about your past one day, he will be disappointed and may even despise you. Can you bear it?
Prostitutes do not deserve good love and marriage, they can commit suicide without pure love, and the same problem does not occur to men - foreigners also have virgin complexes. This is especially true in China.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
I don't know of any other woman who would be more like Mara (more like Vivien Leigh, to be precise. Li) so complex and contradictory, fragile and romantic, beautiful and indulgent, so wonderfully fused genius and lowliness, noble and vulgar in a petite and weak figure, so that she was overwhelmed and destroyed in madness.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Mara's self-morality requirements are too high - love in the chaotic world is precious, even if there is a stain, but the original intention does not change, it is always stronger than the separation of heaven and man, so that the lover will regret it for life.
But a kind person will only choose the love that feels worthy of himself. In other words, people who commit suicide are the purest people. Although I personally strongly disagree with this conservative and even distorted value promoted by the film.
The editing of the Waterloo Bridge suicide scene is great, and Mara's final grief and despair – the shot switching between the human face and the shaking headlights is superb! Vivien Leigh's last look was so powerful, how is it also the level of the queen. Her face lit up and darkened again.
Of course, when I was a child, I didn't know how to appreciate it at all, and I always felt that the heroine's suicide was inexplicable.
In Europe and the United States, the very ordinary "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge", in China, has become a love classic in the hearts of movie fans, combined with the dedication and firm belief in love revealed by the film, and then think of Vivien Leigh herself, perhaps the answer should be like this: in this impetuous, utilitarian modern love world, perhaps, it is difficult to have anyone, like Mara, put lovers and dignity in such an important position, rather than give up their own happiness. On the other hand, Vivien Leigh herself, who demanded perfection when filming, pushed herself to the extreme when interpreting the role, and sacrificed her years to be a good actor, and her life, like Scarlett in "Gone with the Wind", was as wise and brave as Mara in "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Wartime love is like fireworks, brilliant enough to reminisce for a lifetime. But in the end, it will be blasted to the ground by reality, and in the end, only the Blue Bridge will be eternal!
This is a typical Western film that can find the core resonance of the Oriental way, in addition to the disciplined and restrained love, in this movie, we can find many other places that contain oriental charm: talent and beauty, love at first sight, private life, martyrdom and so on. In China's ancient classic love stories, there are often some keywords, and these words can correspond to the story of "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge". By the original standards, it can indeed resonate with many people. Vivien Leigh's delicate performance and deeply touching emotional effect deeply touched the audience.
But this classic of love in the hearts of generations of Chinese people is actually not Vivien Leigh's best performance. Including me, like many people, like her because of Scarlett in Gone with the Wind. And Vivien Leigh herself said that her favorite is actually this "Soul Breaking Blue Bridge".
Why?
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