In the field of Chinese TV dramas, Guo Jingming's name is a household name. As a controversial director and screenwriter, his fame in the film and television industry has been accompanied by praise and controversy. However, whatever you think of Guo Jingming's work, his talent and influence are undeniable. This article will delve into his TV series "Cloud Feather", which not only highlights his directing style, but also shows his unique position in the Chinese TV drama industry.
Guo Jingming, born in Hunan Province, China in 1972, graduated from the Central Academy of Drama, and is one of the high-profile directors in the Chinese film and television industry. His works have attracted widespread attention many times, whether it is his films or TV series, which have generated huge repercussions inside and outside the industry. Although his career is controversial, his directing talent and love of the art of film and television is indisputable.
"Cloud Feather" is a TV series directed by Guo Jingming, and the script was written by him. The drama premieres in 2023, starring Zhang Linghe and Yu Shuxin, and powerful actors such as Jin Jing, Cheng Lei, and Lu Yuxiao have also joined the show's lineup. Set in an ancient dynasty full of political intrigue and court struggles, "Cloud Feather" tells the emotional entanglement between the protagonist Yun Weiyi and Gongzi Ge Gong Ziyu, as well as their survival and growth in the power struggle. This plot setting brings the audience an audiovisual feast full of drama and tension.
Each character in the play has a distinct personality and independent storyline, which immerses the audience and constantly guesses the development and direction of the plot. Guo Jingming uses his usual directing technique to integrate elements such as palace fights, power schemes, family disputes, and external threats to create an intricate story world. Each episode is full of suspense and surprising plot twists, which plunge the audience into an inextricable viewing frenzy.
However, although "Cloud Feather" has achieved great success in plot and character portrayal, the play was once questioned by public opinion because of the "wafeng" problem. In the play, some scenes and costume designs are influenced by Japanese culture, causing controversy and criticism. This controversy has made the play the focus of public attention, and many viewers have questioned Guo Jingming's work.
However, it is in this controversy that "Cloud Feather" still performs well. Guo Jingming's directorial talent and unique creative style have become one of the highlights of the play. He used a unique dark filter effect that gave the entire episode a unique visual style that made it unique. This visual effect makes the ancient world in the play more vivid and engaging, and the architectural style, costume design and other details have been carefully designed to present a breathtaking picture. In addition, superb special effects and music also provide audiences with a more shocking viewing experience, making them feel as if they are immersed in a fantasy ancient world.
However, a puzzling problem in "Cloud Feather" is that although the play clearly reveals Guo Jingming's directing style, the director's signature is Gu Xiaosheng. This situation caused speculation and discussion among the audience. There has been speculation that Guo Jingming lost the right to direct his directorship due to his repeated accusations in plagiarism in recent years, which led to him being boycotted in the industry. Another guess is to maintain ratings. Guo Jingming's works in recent years have a poor reputation, and he may not want to use his own name to avoid affecting the popularity of the show. It is also suggested that this may be an artistic expression for the director, who chose to present his style in this way.
In fact, it is not uncommon in the industry for directors not to use their real names after completing a production. The famous Hong Kong director Wang Jing often uses a pseudonym such as "not a woman" to sign her films. The pinyin initials of Gu Xiaosheng's three characters are exactly "gxs", similar to Guo Jingming's pinyin, which may also be that the director deliberately chose this way to present his style and logo.
To sum up, although "Cloud Feather" was questioned in the early days of broadcasting due to the "wafeng" problem, Guo Jingming's talent and unique style as a director still made the show win the love of the audience. Not only is the play full of tension and drama, but it also shows impressive visuals. Although there are some doubts about the director's signature, "Cloud Feather" is undoubtedly a classic of Guo Jingming's directorial career, which has won him praise and made him successful in the field of TV dramas. For audiences who like martial arts power dramas, this drama is definitely not to be missed. With his unique visual art and directorial talent, Guo Jingming continues to leave a strong mark in the Chinese film and television industry.