Forty years ago, a large number of excellent translated films filled the big screen, with a wide range of themes, novel stories, and strong exotic customs, which opened the eyes of the Chinese people. And many dubbed films have become indelible classics in people's minds, influencing generations. Let's take a look at the ten dubbed films around the 80s, how many do you remember?
The first "Escape from the Tiger's Mouth"
"Escape from the Tiger's Mouth" is a classic directed by Gérard Uri and co-starred by Louis de Fenès, André Bourville and other powerful actors. The film was released in France in 1966 and introduced to the mainland in 1981. With its unique narrative style and humorous plot, coupled with the perfect dubbing of Shanghai Translation Factory, the film quickly won the love and popularity of the audience, and it is still a classic in the hearts of many people.
The film tells the story of several pilots of a British Royal Air Force bomber with the help of the French during World War II, and the thrilling and tense and humorous escape stories with the Germans. In the midst of adversity, they showed amazing wisdom and courage, and resolved one crisis after another with humor and optimism.
The character played by Louis de Fernais in the film has become a highlight of the film with his unique acting style and sense of humor. He skillfully integrated comedic elements into the tense atmosphere of war, allowing the audience to feel the cruelty of war and the brilliance of humanity in laughter. And actors such as André Bourville also showed excellent acting skills, which added a lot to the film. "Bathroom to code" and "cross-eyed jerking" have become classic pictures in memory.
After the film was released, it quickly sparked a movie-watching boom around the world. The audience was attracted by the characters full of wisdom and humor in the film, and were moved by the tense and interesting plots. The film has not only become one of the masterpieces of French cinema, but has also won the love and praise of countless audiences around the world.
Part 2 "Zorro"
Zorro is a French-Italian co-production adventure film directed by Ducchio Tessaly and starring Alain Delon, Octavia Piccollo, Stanley Baker and others. It was released in Italy and France in 1975. It was the first batch of translated films introduced to China after 1976.
The film tells the story of Don Diego de la Vega, a master swordsman, who takes the form of Zorro as a chivalrous warrior to save the people of New Aragon devastated by tyranny in order to avenge his friend's revenge. In the film, Zorro uses superb swordsmanship, wisdom and courage to wage a fierce battle against the forces of evil. Not only did he succeed in exposing Colonel Wiltah's conspiracy, but he also developed a deep bond with the local people and became a hero in their hearts.
Zorro is a work full of romance, passion, adventure and humor. Alain Delon, who is so handsome and invincible in the film, with the blessing of the perfect dubbing of Teacher Tong Zirong, set off a wave of "Zorro fever" in China for a while.
The film not only received an extremely high box office, but also won several Oscars. To this day, Zorro is still one of the most charismatic knights on the screen, not only the idol of the post-70s, but also the idol of the post-80s.
The third "Hunt"
"Manhunt" is adapted from the Japanese novel "Wading the River of Wrath", directed by Junya Sato, starring Ken Takakura, Yoshio Harada, Akira Nishimura, Ryoko Nakano and others. It was released in Japan in 1976. Introduced in 1978.
The film tells the story of the upright prosecutor Du Qiu who insists on pursuing the truth of his false accusation while evading the pursuit of the police after being falsely accused. In the process, he meets the mysterious Mayumi and develops a deep affection for her. And as the investigation deepens, Ducho discovers that the truth behind it is far more shocking and cruel than he imagined.
The film received a mediocre response when it was released in Japan, but it was released in China with a strong response. The protagonist Du Qiu played by Ken Takakura in the film, with a resolute face, a burly figure, and a stand-up collar trench coat and big sunglasses, is very cool. He once became the idol of thousands of girls. And his performance is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and he has successfully created a character image of perseverance and never giving up. Ryoko Nakano, the actor of the heroine "Mayumi", also amazed the Chinese people. Her bold confession in the film touched the hearts of countless young men.
This movie full of suspense, action, and love is full of tension from beginning to end, especially the dubbing of Shanghai Film Studio adds a different style to the characters and has also made it a classic. The popular episode "Song of Duqiu" in the film has become a classic among the classics and has been sung to this day.
Today, "Manhunt" has gone through more than 40 years, but its status in the hearts of the audience has never wavered. Whenever this movie is mentioned, people will always think of the upright and tenacious prosecutor Ducho, and think of his hardships and efforts in pursuit of the truth.
Part 4 "The Bridge"
"The Bridge" is a war film produced by the Yugoslav Bosna Film Studio, directed by K. Krvavac, starring S. Pelovich, Velimir Bata Zhivoinovich, I. Gallo and others. It was released in 1969 and introduced to the mainland in 1977. The film became the best action movie of its era.
The story of the film is based on real historical events. The year 1944 was near the end of World War II. Against this background, a small group of Yugoslav partisans was faced with a difficult task: to blow up a bridge that the Germans had to pass on their way back. In order to accomplish this task, the partisans carried out a series of elaborate arrangements and thrilling and tortuous struggles. In the process, they had to face not only enemy fire, but also inner fears and doubts. However, with their unwavering faith and fearless courage, they eventually succeeded in blowing up the bridge.
This is a hardcore movie that belongs to men. Several of the leading actors in the film have successfully portrayed a group of heroic, intelligent, and resolute guerrillas with their excellent acting skills. In the film, they carry out a series of thrilling actions that make the audience nervous. "The Bridge" has become a classic in the history of Yugoslav cinema with its tense and exciting plot, excellent characterization and real historical background. This film left a very classic song for the Chinese audience: "Ah! Goodbye Friend", which has been sung to this day.
Part 5 "Human Witness"
"Human Witness" is a Japanese mystery film directed by Junya Sato and starring Jasmine Okada, Toshiro Mifune, Yusaku Matsuda, and George Kennedy. The film is adapted from the work "Proof of Human Nature" by Japanese social mystery novel writer Seiichi Morimura, which was released in 1977 and quickly became a phenomenal film.
The film tells the sad and touching story between the heroine Kyoko Yasugi and her black son Jonny. Kyoko Yasugi is a successful costume designer who had a love affair with an American soldier and later gave birth to Jonny. However, due to her identity, Kyoko is unable to acknowledge Jonny's identity and is even ruthless towards him. And Jonny is always looking for his identity and his mother's love.
The film's starring Jasmine Okada, played by the heroine Kyoko Yasugi, has both a ruthless side and a deep inner struggle and pain, and her every decision tugs at the heartstrings of the audience. And Jonny, the son who is full of confusion and longing, his fate is even more worrying. Director Junya Sato succeeded in creating a tense and exciting atmosphere through delicate shots and tense rhythms. In the process of watching the movie, the audience feels as if they are in the story and feels the struggle and pain of the characters.
It is not only a mystery film, but also a classic that delves into human nature, maternal love and racial contradictions. The film was released in mainland China in the 80s, and was voiced by Xiang Junshu for Kyoko Yasugi. The song "Straw Hat Song" in the film has become a classic film and television hit.
Part 6 "Tragedy on the Nile"
"Tragedy on the Nile" is a suspense drama film directed by John Gulemi and starring Peter Ustinov and Jane Birkin. It was released in the United States in 1978. It then caused a great sensation around the world. It was introduced to the mainland in July 1979.
The film is based on Agatha Christie's novel of the same name, which tells the story of Linnet, a wealthy girl who inherits a rich inheritance, but the money invites her to kill. She had just boarded a cruise ship on the Nile River and three murders occurred in succession, and one of the Belgian detectives on board, Poirot, finally found the real murderer through investigation.
The character of Poirot, played by Peter Ustinov, is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, showing Poirot's ingenuity and keen intuition to the fullest. Dubbing it is the national first-class voice actor Bi Ke, his voice is high-pitched and loud, and with a sense of vicissitudes, he has been recognized by the audience. And Jacqueline, played by Jane Birkin, shows the weakness and tenacity of women. The wonderful performances of the two leading actors add a lot to the film.
The plot of the film is tight and suspenseful, which keeps the audience high in tension during the viewing process. "Tragedy on the Nile" is a movie full of suspense and surprises. It not only allows us to experience the charm of suspense, but also makes us think more deeply about human nature and society. The film also became the most popular imported detective film of the 70s.
Part 7 "Caravan"
"Caravan" is an Indian musical and dance film directed by Nayar Hussein and starring Asha Parek, Gitendra, Aruna Ilani and others. It was released in India in 1971. It was introduced in 1981.
The story is set in a wandering gypsy caravan. Sunita, a wealthy girl, is determined to disguise herself as a country girl and hide in this caravan after experiencing the double blow of her father's framing and her husband's betrayal, waiting for an opportunity to take revenge. Here, Sunita gets acquainted with a group of kind and passionate gypsies. In the process, she developed a deep affection for the young Gypsy Mohan. With the help of Mohan and others, Sunita finally defeated Rajan and lived a wandering life with Mohan.
This movie gave the Chinese people a taste of Indian songs and dances, and they were deeply shocked by them. The beautiful melody and magnificent scenery set off each other, and there are many pleasing songs and dances, and the whole film is in a cheerful rhythm. adds more artistic charm to the film.
The success of this film is due to the dubbing. At that time, the Shanghai Film Translation Factory gathered the national dubbing elite, which presented a seamless effect in the film, and also made this dubbed film a classic.
Part 8 "Roman Holiday"
"Roman Holiday" is a classic romance movie directed by William Wheeler and starring Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn. It was released in the United States in 1953. Thirty-four years later, in 1987, the film was first released in China.
The story takes place in Rome, the eternal city of Italy. The protagonist of the film is a princess of a European principality, who is tired of the bondage of life in the court and longs to experience the freedom and happiness of ordinary people. One night, she sneaks out of a window and meets a destitute American journalist. The reporter originally planned to use the princess's identity to get scoops, but unexpectedly, in the process of getting along, the two gradually developed a deep relationship. On a 24-hour tour of Rome, the princess experiences freedom and joy like never before. And the reporter also got along with the princess, gradually let go of the utilitarian mentality, and sincerely cared for and loved her. However, the good times are always short-lived. When the princess's identity is revealed, she has to return to the court and continue her duties as a princess. And the reporter also chose to leave silently for the happiness of the princess.
The success of the film is inseparable from the outstanding performances of actors such as Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn. Gregory Peck plays the American journalist Joe Bradley, who is witty, cunning but has a kind side, and Audrey Hepburn plays Princess Annie, an elegant, noble woman who yearns for freedom. The performances of the two make the characters in this movie deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. In particular, Audrey Hepburn's performance in the film is extremely good, she has successfully created a noble and lovely princess image with her fresh and refined temperament and smart and natural performance. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for the film. Audrey Hepburn's innocent image immediately swept the land of China, and until the 2010s, Hepburn's portrait and clothing were still widely sought after by Chinese women.
This classic is a combination of romance, comedy, and love. Whether for fans or ordinary audiences, this movie is a masterpiece worth watching again and again.
Part 9: The Sound of Music
"The Sound of Music" is a musical film directed by Robert Wise and starring Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer and others. With its moving story and beautiful music, it has become an immortal legend in the film industry. It was released in the United States in 1965. It was released in mainland China in 1976.
Compiled from the autobiographical novel "Trapp Family Singing Ensemble" by Austrian Maria von Trapp, it tells the story of a young intern nun Maria in Austria before World War II, who is innocent and kind, loves music, and is full of enthusiasm and yearning for life. By chance, she became Baron Trapp's governess, tasked with educating his seven mischievous children. Baron Trapp was a serious and rigid military man, and he was very strict with his children's education, causing them to be afraid of him. However, the arrival of Mary changed all that. In the process of getting along, Maria and Baron Trapp also gradually developed a deep affection and came together to become a happy couple. With the outbreak of war, Maria showed her courage and wisdom. She led her family to escape from the Nazis and gain freedom and a new life.
Music is the biggest highlight of the film. The songs in the film are both local to Austria and full of romance and passion. Whether it is the atmospheric and cheerful "The Sound of Music", the joyful and interesting "Do-Re-Mi", the light-hearted and humorous "The Lonely Shepherd", the warm and soothing "Good Night, Goodbye!", or the affectionate "Edelweiss", they have all become classics among the classics. The music not only adds joy and warmth to the film, but also immerses the audience in it and feels the charm of the music. These songs are still sung today.
In addition to the music, the charming Alps, crystal clear lakes, the sunny climate, the elegant villas, the seven lively and lovely children, and the courage to fight against the Nazis and pursue freedom, all of which deeply touched the hearts of audiences around the world.
The film received ten nominations at the 38th Academy Awards and eventually won five awards, including Best Picture. Julie Andrews, who plays Maria in the film, won the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement in Venice on September 2, 2019, and the film has earned her great fame and the film has become a film classic.
Part 10 "Superman"
"Superman" is directed by Richard Donner and starring Christopher Reeve, Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman and other powerful actors. It was released in the United States in 1978. It was released in mainland China in 1986. It is the first Hollywood blockbuster introduced from the mainland.
The film is based on DC Comics and mainly tells the story of Superman's parents who put their baby in a rocket and send it to Earth before Kryptonian exploded, and he was adopted by a farming couple and grew up to be a journalist. But at the moment when the United States is attacked by careerists to destroy him, he runs into a phone booth and puts on an S-shaped Superman uniform and becomes a hero who saves the world.
"Superman" is the first superhero from Marvel in the United States that mainland audiences come into contact with, and it also opens the era of American superheroes landing in China. In Superman, we witness Superman's growth and transformation. He gradually discovers that he has superhuman powers, such as superhuman strength, super speed, flying ability, X-ray vision, etc. It's all an eye-opener. Christopher Reeve, as the "first Superman", has achieved a unique combination of his own personality characteristics and the image of Superman. It has been praised by many fans and friends as "forever Superman".
The release of "Superman" in China that year caused a "whirlwind of watching", because we have never seen such a whimsical imagination and amazing special effects that are fake and real. I was really shocked by the special effects and scene design in the film. Whether it's Superman flying over the city, flying off the Earth, or engaging in a fierce battle with the forces of evil, it's a sight to behold. You know, it was an era without digital technology.
As a representative of comic science fiction movies, the "Superman" series of movies has always been highly sought after by fans and is still the idol of many people. This film has not only become a classic superhero movie, but also a memory and feelings in the hearts of a generation.
In fact, the mainland has been importing foreign films since the 50s, but none of them have been released on a large scale. After 1978, the dubbed films were fully released, and people saw more dubbed films. There were too many good translated films in that era, and the editor could only select ten representative translated films to review.
In your mind, is there any dubbed film that you will never forget?