"Fighting the Wolf" is an affectionate and tense anti-Japanese war drama directed by Zhang Dongdong, which once again leads the audience into that period of gunpowder history with the wonderful performances of Zhang Duo, Yu Zhen, Lin Jiangguo, Zhang Guangbei, etc. The plot revolves around Wu Shisan, a character who used to be a shaver, how after a surprise attack on a rear hospital of the Eighth Route Army in Hebei, he led a group of private armed forces to pursue a large army heading south, and launched a thrilling life-and-death struggle with the Japanese commander Shunji Hayano.
In the sequel, the image of Wu 13 has been profoundly shaped and developed. He has grown from a small man in the market and an unruly ruffian to a responsible, mature and steady revolutionary soldier. This drama not only tells the growth process of Wu Shisan, but also vividly shows the anti-Japanese heroes around him. With their flesh and blood, they fought for national liberation and independence, and demonstrated their iron-blooded military spirit and indomitable spirit.
The climax of the play is the ultimate showdown between Takejusan and Shunji Hayano. Behind this duel lies a deep hatred: Shunji Hayano had killed Takeju's wife and father, which became the main reason for his dedication to the anti-Japanese path. Takeshi swears revenge, and Shunji Hayano vows to avenge his friend. The grievances between the two are irreconcilable. By chance, Takeshi discovers Shunji Hayano's hiding place and breaks in alone, determined to fight him. In a tense and fierce shootout, the two went back and forth, evenly matched, and finally fell in a pool of blood. At the last moment, Takejusan used his last breath to cut off the head of Shunji Hayano, completing his path of revenge.
In "Fighting the Sky Wolf", in addition to the tense and exciting war plot, another fascinating climax is the love story between Wu Shisan and Fang Biyi. Fang Biyi, the female commander who was leading the villagers to confront the Japanese army with earthen weapons when she met Wu Thirteen, showed her image of a heroine who was both brave and kind. At first, Wu Shisan's impression of Fang Biyi was not good, and there was even a conflict between the two. However, with the experience of fighting together again and again, Wu Shisan was gradually attracted by Fang Biyi's bravery and kindness, and developed a deep affection for her. Fang Biyi also went from the initial rejection and distrust, and slowly began to have a good impression of Wu Shisan. In the war-torn years, they supported and relied on each other, and finally came together.
However, this war love did not end happily. In a fierce battle, Fang Biyi died heroically in order to protect Wu 13 and other warriors. Wu Shisan lost his beloved Fang Biyi and was grief-stricken, he hugged Fang Biyi's body tightly, tears streaming down his face, showing his deep attachment and pain to love.
This drama is not only a war drama, it is also a profound narrative about growth, sacrifice, loyalty, and revenge. Through the story of Wu 13 and his comrades-in-arms, the audience can deeply feel the beacon years of that era, as well as the courage and sacrifice of those heroes who gave everything for the country and the nation.