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1. Behind the image building: Zuo Daxue's Guanyin turned around
In traditional Chinese culture, Guanyin Bodhisattva is the embodiment of compassion and wisdom, so when Zuo Dajun is held up on this sacred altar, the first task is not to memorize lines, but how to become the saint who saves the suffering in the hearts of believers in front of the camera. However, in the process of the actor's transformation into a national bodhisattva, there are no fewer dramatic challenges.
In 1982, when the crew of "Journey to the West" was looking for the actor of Guanyin Bodhisattva, Zuo Daxue stood out from many competitors with her face that can be called a work of art and good acting strength. But don't think that this is just a good meal waiting for someone to eat, Zuo Dajue's casting process can be described as twists and turns, and has gone through many tests and repeated considerations. This can't help but make people wonder, is it Guanyin herself secretly choosing her "spokesperson"?
Next, let's talk about how much effort Zuo Dajun has put into this role. She not only has to strive for perfection in her acting skills, but also has to be perfect in her image. For example, she deliberately studied Xi Buddhism in order to better understand the inner world of the bodhisattva.
In addition, she also took great care in her styling and makeup, so that whenever she dressed up as Guanyin Bodhisattva on stage, the audience could almost smell the fragrance of lotus flowers falling from the sky - of course, this may be a reflection of the skill of a professional makeup artist, rather than a real miracle.
Under Zuo Dajue's interpretation, Guanyin Bodhisattva is no longer an unreachable deity, but a flesh-and-blood soul mate who can empathize. Every look in her eyes, every time she smiles, seems to be able to perceive the suffering of the world. However, this acting skills that are so realistic that even heaven and earth can't be distinguished, will people wonder whether Zuo Dajun really turned into a Bodhisattva, or did the Bodhisattva possess Zuo Dajue?
These preparations and efforts are all made to allow the audience to get spiritual comfort in front of the screen. With such a deeply rooted performance, "strange things" also followed, as if to verify her Bodhisattva identity. And what are these "strange things", and how do they make the whole crew shudder? Let's wait and see.
2. The "strange things" and folk beliefs of the crew
When Zuo Daxue put on the robe of Guanyin Bodhisattva and put on the headdress that represents compassion and wisdom, it seemed that even the air of the crew became mysterious. This is not only because her acting skills are convincing, but a series of puzzling "strange things" are staged continuously, as if there is an invisible screenwriter behind the scenes to control the plot.
There are frequent rumors in the crew that during the filming, almost every time Zuo Daxue appears, there will be some inexplicable good weather. Even if the forecast is covered by dark clouds, as soon as she appears, the sun can barely squeeze out a smile, as if even the heavenly prince is moved by her compassion. Of course, there is no scientific basis for this claim, but you have to admit that such coincidences can indeed cause awe.
For another example, there was a sudden power outage at the filming site, and the whole crew was dark, at this time, Zuo Daxue recited the Buddhist scriptures softly, I don't know if it was a coincidence or the Buddha's power appeared, and the electricity came magically.
The staff behind the scenes quipped: "Should we consider letting Zuo Dajun read a few more words, so that we can not find the generator if the power goes out in the future?" Although this kind of joke amused everyone, it couldn't help but make people think about whether there was really some unspeakable force at work.
Although these things can't be taken seriously, after they spread in the crew, they really affected everyone. Many staff began to look at Zuo Dajun with disbelief, as if she was no longer an ordinary actor, but really had some kind of divine power. This atmosphere, in turn, also filled the work of the crew with an inexplicable expectation and awe, and everyone was more cautious, for fear that they would treat Guanyin Bodhisattva with disrespect.
But are these "strange things" really supernatural, or are they just a kind of psychological cue from the crew under pressure? Either way, they all succeed in adding a layer of mystery to the show, making the audience more curious and engaged in the development of the character and the series.
3. Off the screen
When the halo and praise are overwhelming, Zuo Daxue's inner world is not satisfactory. Playing the role of Guanyin Bodhisattva, she was under tremendous psychological pressure and self-doubt, and even doubted whether her acting skills were really worthy of the audience's expectations. The pressure inside and outside the crew, like an invisible mountain, is always pressing on her shoulders.
During the long days of filming, she had to face her own insecurities and fears, which were like demons and monsters in the play, challenging her beliefs all the time. She began to delve into Buddhism in an attempt to find inner peace. In the eyes of everyone in the crew, she is sometimes a firm Guanyin master, and sometimes she falls into doubts about her self-worth.
However, Zuo Dajun did not give up because of this, on the contrary, her efforts and persistence are worth documenting. According to the crew's data, she worked more than half of the days of overtime during filming, with an average of more than 12 hours a day. During this period, she constantly adjusted her mentality, and through communication with the director and colleagues, she slowly overcame her self-doubt, and grew significantly psychologically and emotionally.
In an interview, a senior actor in the crew revealed that Zuo Daxue once said to him on a night of emotional breakdown: "Can I really do a good job? I'm afraid that I will live up to the audience and the image of Guanyin." ”
These challenges and growth are not just Zuo's personal stories, they reflect the inevitable mental journey of many artists in their pursuit of perfect performance. The audience often only sees the starlight, but they don't know the bitterness and tears behind it. Zuo's experience reminds people that behind every glamorous character, there is a real individual who constantly doubts and challenges himself.
So, what kind of answers did Zuo Dajun find in these challenges, and how did she transform these challenges into nutrition for her own growth step by step?
Fourth, Zuo Dajue and Hunan opera's indissoluble bond
Among the traditional Chinese dramas, Hunan opera occupies a place with its unique charm and profound cultural heritage. Zuo Daxue, as a descendant of a family of Hunan opera, seems destined to be entangled with this ancient art form in her acting career. Her mother, a Hunan opera performance artist with a high reputation, was undoubtedly the first guide on Zuo Daxue's artistic path.
However, unlike the traditional inheritance model, Zuo Dajue's journey to Hunan opera was not all smooth sailing, and she faced the challenge of how to perfectly combine traditional art with modern aesthetics.
According to the statistics of the troupe, Zuo Daxue has participated in more than 100 performances in the ten years of the Hunan Opera Troupe, whether it is delicate emotional expression or complex stage skills, she has shown extraordinary talent and acquired hard work. But this does not mean that she has taken every step in the field of Hunan opera.
In fact, when she tried to incorporate modern elements, she encountered many doubts and resistance from "guardians of tradition". The conflict was between respecting and passing on the classics on the one hand, and giving this ancient art form a new light in modern society on the other.
Zuo Dajue's answer is to prove his point with practical actions. When she proposed to add modern dance elements to Hunan opera, some people jokingly called her "seeking skin with the tiger", but she gradually persuaded everyone with her wonderful stage practice again and again.
Her performance not only made older theater fans nod and praise, but also successfully attracted the attention of the younger generation, allowing people to see the possibility of Hunan opera advancing with the times. Thanks to her efforts, the Hunan Opera Troupe's audience growth rate increased by 15% in two years, proving that traditional arts can still find their place in modern society.
In this process, Zuo Daxue shows not only a love for art, but also a humorous way of dealing with the conflict between tradition and modernity, which not only relieves the internal tension, but also shows a confident and harmonious art group to the outside world.
Zuo's story is not only about personal achievements, but also about how to innovate while being faithful to tradition and making ancient art shine in the new era. She not only brought Hunan opera to a wider stage, but also gave this art form a place in the hearts of young audiences.
From 2019 to 2022, more than 50 art academies across the country offered courses related to Hunan opera, and the number of students Xi increased exponentially.
Through the story of Zuo Daxue, we can see how an artist has the courage to innovate and effectively bring this innovation to the market on the basis of respecting tradition, so as to rejuvenate traditional art. Her story, like a wonderful Hunan opera, has both traditional charm and modern vitality, which makes people laugh while appreciating, and at the same time, they also silently experience the profound significance of the dialogue between art and the times.
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