The "dream of a big director" in the entertainment industry
In the entertainment industry, everyone wants to work hand in hand with big directors. This can't help but remind people of Tang Yan, the actor who has always been ridiculed for only knowing how to play silly Bai Tian and fell behind in "85 Flowers". However, when she was under the lens of Wong Kar-wai, she seemed to be transformed, as if she had changed a new soul. The glory and status of the entertainment industry have been improved by leaps and bounds with the support of big directors. However, in this fifth-generation group of directors represented by Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige and Feng Xiaogang, the status quo in recent years is very different.
Director's aura: Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, Feng Xiaogang
In the entertainment industry, the director is not only the behind-the-scenes hero behind the movie, but also the key person who creates stars and promotes the development of the industry. Fifth-generation directors Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, and Feng Xiaogang are representatives of this period, and their talents and influence have not only profoundly changed Chinese films, but also influenced the entire entertainment industry.
Glorious History: Shaping Stars and Advancing the Industry
The glorious history of these three directors can be traced back to the late 80s and early 90s of the last century. With his unique cinematography skills and directing skills, Zhang Yimou won the Golden Bear Award for "Red Sorghum" in one fell swoop, winning international recognition for Chinese films. At the same time, Chen Kaige won the Palme d'Or with "Farewell My Concubine" and became a dazzling star in the Chinese film industry. Feng Xiaogang successfully became one of the superstars of directors with the comedy "Party A and Party B". The films they created not only made the audience linger, but also laid the foundation stone for the careers of a group of new stars.
Spring Festival file: The parting of ways of the three directors
With the continuous rise of China's film market, the Spring Festival has become an excellent time for directors to show their skills. However, in the face of the recent Spring Festival stalls, we saw the different fates of these three directors. Zhang Yimou once again played a box office chapter with "Article 20", with a strong lineup and attracted attention. In stark contrast, the performances of Chen Kaige and Feng Xiaogang were relatively lackluster. This phenomenon can't help but lead to thinking about the future development of directors.
Feng Xiaogang's road to directing: perseverance in the midst of ups and downs
Feng Xiaogang, one of the representatives of Chinese directors, has made his career a magnificent film. From the box office success of "Party A and Party B" to the questioning of "If You Are Honest Do Not Disturb 3", his bumpy experience reflects the changing nature of the entertainment industry. Looking at his past, we may be able to understand more deeply the transformation of Chinese films, as well as the director's perseverance and pursuit in it.
Early glory: Behind "Party A and Party B".
Feng Xiaogang's early representative work "Party A and Party B" can be described as one of the classics of Chinese comedy. With its unique sense of humor and keen social awareness, this film has won Feng Xiaogang the love of many audiences. The box office of the film has risen, and Feng Xiaogang has also emerged as a high-profile Chinese director.
Waves of Change: A Shift in Audience Aesthetics
Time slips by inadvertently, and the tastes of the audience quietly change. Feng Xiaogang's latest work "If You Are Honest Do Not Disturb 3" has been questioned in terms of word-of-mouth, which seems to be inseparable from the change in the audience's aesthetics. The audience's requirements for movies are becoming more and more demanding, and their expectations for comedy films are becoming more and more diverse, which has put the once smash hit director into a trouble.
The Haze of Huayi: Creation in Distress
Along with the changes in the audience's aesthetics, Huayi's predicament in recent years. Feng Xiaogang's cooperation with the company continued from "Party A and Party B" to "If You Are Honest Do Not Disturb 3", but the company's predicament seems to have had a certain impact on his creation. The collaboration between directors and production companies has always been an indispensable part of the film industry, but it remains to be seen how directors will find a balance when companies are in trouble.
Feng Xiaogang's persistence: love for movies
Although the scenery is no longer there, Feng Xiaogang's insistence on his love for movies is still the same. In the ever-changing profession of directing, he did not give up his pursuit of art because of a temporary trough. Perhaps it is this perseverance that allows him to maintain a deep directorial background in the midst of twists and turns, and also makes the audience look forward to him.
Exploring the Future: Feng Xiaogang and the Fate of Chinese Cinema
Feng Xiaogang's journey as a director is not the end, but a continuous journey of discovery. In the eyes of the audience, he may be experiencing a turning point, or he may be about to usher in a new peak. Chinese films are booming, and directors need more innovation and breakthroughs, and Feng Xiaogang is no exception. How he will respond to the audience's expectations in his future works may open a new chapter for Chinese cinema, which is a bewildering and unknown territory.
Perseverance in the ups and downs, talent lasts forever
Feng Xiaogang's directorial career is a portrayal of talent and ups and downs. From the glory of "Party A and Party B" to the silence of "If You Are Honest Do Not Disturb 3", he has always maintained his love and persistence for movies. Maybe the audience's tastes will change with time, or the difficulties of the production company will appear from time to time, but the director's persistence and creation will always be the most shining existence in the film world. Feng Xiaogang may be standing at the turning point of his life, looking forward to him setting off his own waves again in the ocean of movies.
Chen Kaige: From humanism to commercial films
Chen Kaige was born in a third-generation director family, and his success seems to be doomed. However, from the humanism of works such as "Farewell My Concubine" to recent commercial films, the box office and reviews of "Volunteers" have failed to meet expectations. Chen Kaige is gradually embroiled by the trend of commercial films, and audiences may expect him to maintain the depth and thinking of his works, rather than being swayed by commercial interests.
Zhang Yimou: Between the pursuit of innovation and controversy
Zhang Yimou has always been a controversial director. From early innovations such as "Red Sorghum" to later commercial films such as "The Great Wall", Zhang Yimou has always tried to find his own directing style. However, the quality of recent works has been met with some criticism. While the audience is looking forward to his innovation again, whether Zhang Yimou can surpass the past and redefine the future of Chinese films has become a topic of great concern.
The director's uncertain future
The three directors each have a glorious past, but they are also facing an unknown future. The director's rivers and lakes are not static, and the audience's reputation and market demand are constantly changing. Perhaps, Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, and Feng Xiaogang are standing at a fork in the road, and the direction they choose will determine their fate in the entertainment industry. This is not only the personal choice of the three directors, but also a microcosm of where Chinese films are headed. In this unpredictable era, only by constantly innovating and maintaining a love for film art may be able to stand out in the fierce competition and continue to lead the development of Chinese films.
Spring Festival file: The showdown of directors
In this year's Spring Festival file, only Zhang Yimou bravely climbed the peak, showing a strong lineup of "Article 20". However, the most eye-catching thing is the rise of "sister-in-law" Ma Li in "Hurricane". used to be just a female N-number, but in this movie, she not only has a good personality, but also her acting skills are remarkable, making her limelight even surpass Li Yitong, who has always been in the limelight.
Feng Xiaogang: The road of directing from glory to trough
Feng Xiaogang, a director who used to be glamorous, is now facing a low point in his career. Compared with Zhang Yimou's brilliance, Feng Xiaogang's recent situation has been more bumpy. Standing on the stage of the Huabiao Award ceremony, his lonely figure seems to tell the past of an era.
The loneliness of Huabiao Award and the light of Qianxi
Feng Xiaogang, who once won many awards at the Huabiao Awards, is now difficult to see him again. The Huabiao Award is an important award in the Chinese film industry, and Feng Xiaogang's glorious achievements in the past are reminiscent. However, at the recent awards ceremony, his absence was embarrassing. At the same time, the rise of the new generation of actor Wang Qianxi is becoming more and more eye-catching, and his interaction with Feng Xiaogang is a vivid projection of the latter's former Dugu defeat.
Zhang Yimou: A light that never dies?
Compared with Feng Xiaogang and Chen Kaige, Zhang Yimou seems to be immortal. He rose to prominence in 1988 with his excellent cinematography skills and solid directing skills, winning the Golden Bear Award for "Red Sorghum". However, in recent years, the quality of his work has also been controversial, especially the box office performance of "The Great Wall" did not meet expectations. But even so, he is still a superstar in the entertainment industry, whether it is participating in the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games or directing the Winter Olympics, showing his irreplaceable status.