Oh, ladies and gentlemen, our entertainment melon in 2023 is really not small! You see, the big screen of the whole year has been summed up, and the total box office has vigorously crossed the 50 billion mark, giving us an all-round visual and emotional stimulation. Walking ahead, we have to mention our old Mouzi's "Man Jianghong", which won the first place with a proud result of 4.544 billion and became the annual box office champion. However, our visual feast is not only a big man, but also "The Wandering Earth 2", "All or Nothing", "She Who Disappeared", "Fengshen Part 1", "In the Octagonal Cage", "Thirty Thousand Miles of Chang'an" and other blockbusters, all of which are full of flashes, and they have supported this year's blockbuster sky.
But heck, looking back at Hong Kong films, this year is a bit chilly in the mainland market, and the most capable "Anti-Drug 3" barely moved home for 284 million. Others like "Breaking Point", "Assassination Storm", "Disconnected Network", "When the Wind Rises Again", "Don't Call Me "God of Gamblers", hey, I haven't even touched 100 million, but I can see the taste in our hearts. However, we still have Andy Lau's "Sneaking" and "Goldfinger", which may be able to give the Hong Kong film market a gorgeous turn! After talking about the mainland, let's talk about the local market. Today, let's talk about the ten blockbusters at the box office in Hong Kong. What we have to bring out at the beginning is "To Nineteen-Year-Old Me", with a box office of 10.29 million Hong Kong dollars. This documentary, ah, hard to say, is really controversial.
The story is like this, director Zhang Wanting took over the work of the school at the beginning, and originally, she wanted to record every bit of the school's relocation. However, in the end, it is the growth stories of six students with very different backgrounds. The production cycle of this film lasted for ten years, and the polishing material was full of 300,000 hours, and finally edited into a 136-minute film. At the beginning, the film was screened on a small scale, some people praised it for its good looks, some people felt a little uncomfortable, and some even questioned whether the director exploited the students and whether he stepped on the red line of documentary ethics. After the release, things were even more complicated, and the parties in the film stood up to express their clear opposition, accusing the school and the filmmaker of disrespecting the privacy of students, and many scenes were filmed without my consent.
This sparked a wide range of discussions, and people began to ask the school and the director: Do you take the students seriously, or do you only care about the work? Under such public pressure, the film was suspended on the 6th only four days after its release on February 2. This is a vivid lesson for us: we have to find the right balance between artistic creation and personal privacy. Next, let's talk about "When the Wind Rises Again", which ranked ninth, with a box office of 11.21 million Hong Kong dollars. Hong Kong's heroic films, oops, have always told the stories of those big families and detectives, and we have seen a lot of them. This type of film is traditionally a collection of crime and gunfights, with heavy ink spots, depicting how those people climbed to the top step by step.
But director Weng Ziguang took a different path this time, he chose to intersperse some small historical footnotes sporadically in the film, and more to shoot and tell their emotional stories, using these emotions to run through the history of Xiangjiang for decades. Director Weng obviously wanted to learn Wong Kar-wai Xi, but as a result, he may have only mastered the appearance, the art, scenes, and shots are not bad, but he didn't find that soul. Coupled with the chaotic narrative, it ended up being a somewhat awkward four-like movie. The above melons actually reflect a reality that cannot be ignored: film, this art, is constantly evolving and changing, and the challenges it faces are also escalating.
Whether it is the excellence of production or the self-examination of morality and ethics, everyone involved in it needs to find their own unique place and value in this cultural phenomenon. 2023 is a year of harvest, but also a year full of challenges and reflections. We have witnessed the brilliant achievements of film and television works, and we have also witnessed the social thinking they arouse. But what remains unchanged is that film, as an art form, still has a unique charm and power, which can stimulate people's emotional resonance, promote cultural exchanges, and even affect social progress. Upward and good is the direction we should adhere to, whether it is in the film and television industry or in any field.
Therefore, while we taste these entertainment melons, we should not forget to think and reflect, only in this way can we better grasp the future, so that movies can continue to shine in our lives and illuminate our hearts. Oh, by the way, there will definitely be more good dramas staged in our film market next year, so let's wait and see, and look forward to the miracle of the next movie! Hey, everyone who eats melons should pay attention! What I want to gossip about with you today is a joys and sorrows in the entertainment industry. Speaking of the Hong Kong film industry, it is a treasure trove full of dazzling! But we are not here to Xi film history, let's talk about the recent films that have been a little disappointing - well, yes, those works that have not been satisfactory at the box office.
The first to line up has to mention "Murder" first. Oops, this box office, I really don't dare to compliment, it's only 11.69 million Hong Kong dollars, what a miserable word. This film is produced by To Qifeng, written by You Naihai, and directed by Zheng Baorui, our main force Lin Jiadong is playing a serious god, engaging in feng shui metaphysics or something, trying to help people change their lives. This theme is wow, it sounds quite exciting, isn't it? Come to think of it, why didn't such a good foundation become popular? If you want to talk about Lin Jiadong's acting skills, it is a bargain, a scene has been filmed 53 times, breaking a personal record, this effort, tsk, deserves a praise. It's a pity that he can't sit on the throne of the Academy Award Best Actor nomination.
Let's talk about "Don't Call Me "God of Gamblers", which has been renamed countless times. The title of the film was changed from "Glorious Years" to "The Bright Years", and then to "I Am Not the God of Gamblers", and when it was finally released, it was called "Don't Call Me "God of Gamblers"". This is changing back and forth, making everyone dizzy, isn't this a clear lack of confidence in his own films. What is the result? With a box office of 12.99 million Hong Kong dollars, it is barely passable? The story is about the mutual redemption of a gambler father and his autistic son. Chow Yun-fat's performance in the film, well, is a bit exaggerated, but it can be regarded as carrying private goods, what kind of thing is running in the movie. But the highlight may really be Liao Qizhi, the memory of the past makes people can't help but redden.
After talking about these two parts, let's take a look at "Anti-Drug 3: People in the World". The history of this IP is long, and I think back then, Zhang Jiahui's classic lines can still cause a lot of repercussions. But ah, the box office of this third part is only 13.98 million Hong Kong dollars. Andy Lau stopped acting, Liu Qingyun returned, Aaron Kwok joined the battle group, Louis Koo is still as solid as a rock, and it sounds like a strong lineup, but in the end, this box office result, alas, makes people's hearts congested. Seeing this, do you also think that something is not right? Investing in big names, the selling point of the story is also good, but the result is a cold box office, and we have to study the reasons behind this. Is it because the audience's tastes have changed, or is there something about the movie itself that isn't doing enough?
Hong Kong cinema, once the center of Asian cinema, now seems to be going through a big challenge. When we talk about this, we don't just throw the problem out of the way. The film industry, like any art form, is constantly evolving. Audience preferences are also changing, and the market is always in flux. Although these films did not do well at the box office in the short term, they reflect the efforts and explorations of the creators, and it is this spirit of continuous experimentation and not afraid of failure that constitutes the immortal soul of the film industry. Therefore, whether it is the deep digging of human nature in "Homicide", the family ethics of "Don't Call Me "God of Gamblers", or the passionate feelings of "Sweeping Drugs 3", they are all the creators' love and pursuit of film art. Eating melons today is also a tribute to the dream of movies.
Let's hope that the stories behind these movies can inspire more inspiration and innovation, and make Hong Kong movies shine again! After all, your life is the same as the movie you choose, and it is determined by your choice, isn't it? Come on, Hong Kong movies, we are waiting for your rise! Hey, melon-eating people, your idol entertainment melon-eating bloggers are here to send you hot gossip again! Today we have to talk about the latest developments of those Hong Kong films, our wave is really warm and sharp, after all, the situation in the entertainment industry is changing, and every play has to be chewed slowly to taste it.
First of all, I have to say that the once eye-catching director Qiu Litao, he still followed his old routine in the new film - when I heard the duel between the undercover police detective and the drug lord, I knew, aha, it was another bowl of cold rice stir-fried. Eh, you say, can cold rice be fried in a new way? The answer is obvious: it's difficult, but if you want to say that there is no novelty, it is really not new? Actually, not really. Watching those gunfights and explosions, a loud bang is enough to shake your heart, and these hot shots are definitely the material that will make your adrenaline soar, but we have to know why, for whom, and why. Doesn't it mean that there is an old saying in the rivers and lakes, the plot is king, if you blow up for the sake of blowing up for no reason, then the audience's heart will be cold.
Besides, this Yang Caiyu should have been the heroine's halo, but as a result, no matter how you look at it, she looks like a tool man, alas, her aura as the heroine was completely cut off by Aaron Kwok. Think about it, even bigwigs like Louis Koo and Liu Qingyun favor him. This IP, I feel that everyone is tired of watching it, the director is big, let's stop here, please stop "Sweeping Drugs 4", the audience's appetite is becoming more and more picky. Okay, after talking about this, let's come back to 818's "Under the Super Nervous Machine Robbery". The box office data turned me around, 16.15 million Hong Kong dollars, which is distressing. This film is essentially borrowed from the South Korean movie "Time Lost Two Kilometers", and Taiwan Province's "Trick" also imitates it.
In fact, this movie has a "down" in its name, but don't rush to find "up", this is just a small marketing ploy. The question is, is this work a successful turnaround? I don't think it's true. The director worked very hard and wanted to add some local flavor of Hong Kong to the movie, but the result can be imagined, and in the end it became four dislikes. The nonsensical and embarrassing passages in the plot made me laugh and cry. As for the suspense elements and character building, I can only say that greed can't chew more, it really is. The last part that stubbornly moved the Hong Kong movie stalk, ouch, I can only say that the little wit is occasionally okay, but the whole overall situation has been grasped wrongly. Speaking of which, do you think that's all there is to it?
Of course not! Our Gu Zai, Louis Koo, is now a clear stream in the Hong Kong film industry, and tycoons also have to look like tycoons, and that "Under the White Sun" is the best witness. The box office is 21.05 million Hong Kong dollars, and it is still in theaters, even if this number is really nothing in the mainland, but Gu Zai doesn't see it that way. After all, it is adapted from a true story and has a little bit of a reflection of the social situation, he is willing to dig into his pocket. And this film, its social significance and reflective value, deserves more attention.
The cast, I have to praise: Lin Baoyi's performance is simply about to come out of the Academy Awards; Yu Xiangning's firm and stubborn, Jiang David's drama is full of essence, and Liang Yongting's freshness and naturalness, this is the real acting school. Finally, let's talk about the "Youth Diary", with a box office of 21.63 million Hong Kong dollars, which is not to be underestimated. When you see this number, you may think, wow, how much does the production cost cost! In fact, it is only 3.25 million Hong Kong dollars, which may not even be too small in the mainland film market. But this is the proof that a really good movie does not depend on the amount of investment, but on the hard work and ingenuity. Okay, that's all for today's melon eating, I don't know if you have your own thoughts and opinions after watching these movies?
Remember, the entertainment industry will always be a landscape that never falls, we are entertained here, we feel here, and witness the changes of every era here. These films, whether they are fires or bleak, are footnotes to a piece of history, and they are all telling the story of the times in their own unique way. Therefore, no matter what, we must maintain that heart that loves movies, because movies are a way for us to perceive the world.
Please look forward to the next wave of entertainment melon eating, we will see you next time! Dear people who eat melons, this gossip brought to you today is related to the recent clear stream of the Hong Kong film industry! Let's start with the masterpiece of the ghost director Zhuo Yiqian -- a mysterious movie masterpiece that makes people shine and has a lot of wind behind the ears, this time he really played a new trick with the script, absolutely amazing! Our director Zhuo Dadao has a big brain, and has built a bridge across time and space with a dusty diary. As the plot develops, the two threads are gradually intertwined, causing the audience to be like riding a roller coaster, and they can't stop. Director Zhuo's work can be described as affectionate, righteous, delicate and nuanced, completely different from those dramas that are pretentious and tear-jerking.
The story in the movie is not to educate anyone, but more to give everyone a space for reflection. In this film, Director Zhuo explores the impact of family disharmony on children's growth, which is a good medicine that many adults need to taste. Producer Er Dongsheng was also full of emotion after the screening, when it comes to raising a baby, it's not as simple as you think, you have to be patient and energetic, parents who pursue perfection, you have to reflect and reflect. The scene of the father's critical illness designed in the movie does not take the old-fashioned reconciliation route, because some wounds are truths that cannot be healed even if they are gilded. Let's come to 818 "Forty-Four When the Dead Body" died, and the box office came to a small explosion, reaching 22.69 million Hong Kong dollars.
This second work directed by He Juetian is actually quite interesting - it is an absurd and dark comedy. Mao Shunyun, Zheng Zhongji and several other powerful actors went into battle together, and they launched a series of ridiculous stories around a nameless corpse. However, although the story of this film is good, the character creation is a little thin, and some emotional clues are only lightly brought and slightly weak.
Well, the role of security guard Li Shangzheng is full of highlights, it is a dazzling supporting role of the star lord! Okay, the ultimate trick is here, please allow me to introduce in the most gossipy tone, "The Poisonous Tongue Greatly"! This is the first Chinese-language film in the history of Hong Kong films to break 100 million Hong Kong dollars at the box office, look at this box office, 115 million Hong Kong dollars, and the mainland released it also changed its name to "The Bad Tongue Lawyer", and it also sold 187 million box office.
The story is about the reversal of adversity, the struggle for justice, and the hot scenes in the courtroom, which is simply a modern version of "Jiupin Sesame Official"! Looking at it, you will find that your mood is surging with the roar of the characters on the screen. The cast, that is quite strong, Huang Zihua's performance is simply a tongue battle group of Confucianism, lifting weights like light, and Xie Junhao, Wang Minde, Lin Baoyi and others also have their own merits, which can definitely make you look at it intently. Finally, let's talk about sublimation. Whether these films are about family, society, or justice, they are actually showing us a different side of life. Each work is like a mirror, reflecting our own hearts.
Movies aren't just entertainment, they can also inspire us to become better people. In this complex and ever-changing world, we must learn to think from different angles and change perspectives in order to see more clearly and live more clearly. On the road to the future, with the revelations in these movies, let us move forward in a brighter and more positive direction together! Hehe, dear melon-eating people, today I will bring you a special meal, please prepare your little bench, let's talk about those movie masterpieces that have become suspense in the mainland and the stories behind them. Hurry up and let's start this feast full of anticipation together! In the prologue of this story, we must first uncover the mystery of these works.
Speaking of Hong Kong films, it is Oriental Hollywood, and the Hong Kong film industry has always had a group of loyal fans, who have indescribable emotions for the films born in this land. However, in recent years, film cooperation between the mainland and Hong Kong has become closer, which has led to more frequent film cultural exchanges between audiences in the two places. However, some movies have become rare treasures on the screen in the mainland for various reasons. Today, we are going to talk about two of the bright pearls - "Under the White Sun" and "Youth Diary". Let's talk about "Under the White Sun" first. This film, with its unique artistic style and profound social significance, has won many awards overseas. It tells a true story that takes place in Hong Kong, exposing the current situation of life at the bottom of society.
Such themes are not only for entertainment, but also to inspire people's thinking about social reality. And "Youth Diary" takes us back to those youthful years, depicting the apprehension and dreams of adolescence with delicate brushstrokes, which makes people's hearts surge. The reason why these two films are expected by the majority of fans is not only because they carry the essence of Hong Kong films, but also because they represent a kind of cultural exchange and inheritance. Each work is like a time capsule, preserving the imprint of the times and telling touching stories to the world. If you want to know whether a movie will be released in the mainland, in addition to the content of the plot, you also have to look at the skills of the director, actors, and behind-the-scenes team.
The production team of "Under the White Sun" and "Diary of a Youth" can be described as strong. Every detail has been carefully polished, whether it is the composition of the picture or the shaping of the characters, you can see the ingenuity of the filmmakers. These are the reasons why fans flock to them. Turning to the main topic, let's talk about the fate of these two movies. According to reliable "grapevine", although mainland audiences can only enjoy four works on the screen at present, this does not mean that other films are not available to us. "Under the White Sun" and "Diary of a Youth" are climbing the peak of their releases, and their fates seem to be quietly brewing a surprise.
Counting the arduous journey of these two films, from preparation to shooting, to post-production, every step is a test of the creator's endless passion. Especially in the shadow of the epidemic, the film industry has suffered an unprecedented blow, but even in such an environment, these filmmakers still grit their teeth and insist on presenting their works to the world. Their perseverance and hard work make every audience feel the temperature behind the movie. When it comes to the true portrayal of "Under the White Sun", it allows the audience to confront those corners that are ignored under the dazzling light of the city, which is full of silent cries and the helplessness of life. Such films give the audience a new perspective and make people re-examine the world around them.
As for "Diary of a Youth", it touches the deep memories of youth in everyone's heart with soft brushstrokes, evoking emotions forgotten in the dusty places of time. Nowadays, although mainland audiences have not yet been able to encounter these two works in theaters, our expectations and love have never diminished. Although it is still unknown whether the film will finally land on the big screen in the mainland, it is undeniable that it is this expectation and enthusiasm that makes Hong Kong films more and more vigorous. In the final analysis, film is not only an entertainment product, but also a symphony of culture, art and the times. "Under the Sun" and "Diary of a Youth" bring not only visual and emotional impact, but also a kind of spiritual enlightenment. Regardless of the final result, they have already left a deep mark on the hearts of the audience.
Seeing this, dear melon-eating people, we might as well set our sights on the future. Regardless of whether mainland cinemas are fortunate enough to show these two films, we should all believe that as long as there is love and pursuit, the light of Hong Kong films will never fade. And we, as viewers, should embrace every expectation and surprise, because they are the most precious gifts in the world of cinema. What we are looking forward to is not only the wonderful film works, but also the resonance that transcends cultures and regions. Let's keep this enthusiasm alive and believe that in the near future, those movies that we have in mind will eventually meet us on the screen. At that time, let's walk into the cinema together, immerse ourselves in the gorgeous world of images, and feel the infinite charm of movies.
After all, it is these trickles that converge into a great river of culture that nourishes our spiritual world.