"The Myths and Missing of Online Movies"
In today's Internet age, the film industry may need to face a new challenge. With the transformation of the way audiences are entertained, the status of traditional cinemas is being replaced by online platforms. This kind of change has provided development opportunities for some low-cost "big online movies", but at the same time, it has also exposed many problems of these films. The recently released "Sniper in the Line of Fire" is a good example, reflecting that in the process of pursuing "gimmicks" and "traffic", online movies often ignore the intrinsic qualities that movies should have.
"Sniper in the Line of Fire" starring Xie Mengwei, it is reported that the investment reaches 8 million, which can be said to be a large-scale online movie. The film tells the story of a police officer who infiltrates a drug syndicate and searches for revenge in a crisis-ridden environment. On the surface, this plot setting is quite attractive enough to arouse the curiosity of the audience. But when the audience actually watches the movie, they find it full of disgraceful problems.
The first is the procrastination and contradiction of the plot. The film tries to create a tense and exciting crime story, but it is too sloppy at key points. The identity of the actor is too far-fetched, and it is easy to question. And some "in the service of the plot", such as letting the male protagonist pretend to kill his girlfriend, is even more ridiculous. The movie wants to capture the audience's attention, but ignores the most basic plot flow and internal logic.
The second is the mediocrity of acting. As the starring actor, Xie Mengwei once had a certain popularity, but he obviously did not perform well in this work. It is difficult for him to create a complex character with both a villain temperament and a sense of justice, and the whole interpretation seems far-fetched. And the performance of the actresses is equally disappointing, not only do they lack real acting skills, but they are even reduced to "sexy props" in some explicit camera scheduling.
Finally, the most disgraceful thing is the stereotyping and objectification of the female image in the film. "Sniper in the Line of Fire" almost focuses on the actresses' figures and costumes, using a lot of close-ups and slow motion to highlight their curvaceous beauty. This approach not only goes against the original purpose of the film to focus on the plot and characters, but also undoubtedly causes serious derogation of the image of women.
The audience really doesn't have high expectations for such a big online movie, but at least it should have a complete and coherent storyline and flesh-and-blood character creation. However, "Sniper in the Line of Fire" completely abandoned these basic elements, and only relied on some "gimmicks" and "traffic" to win attention. This practice not only insults the intelligence of the audience, but also detracts from the value of cinema as an art form.
Perhaps in the eyes of some people, online movies are just a commercial product that caters to the taste of the public, and there is no need to think too much about artistry. But I believe that any form of filmmaking should be centered on the spiritual needs of the audience, and strive to improve the intrinsic quality of the work. Relying only on some vulgar "gimmicks" can't cut off the real connection between the film and the audience.
The future development of the film industry should not just stop at the traffic competition of online platforms. On the contrary, we should pay more attention to the mental growth of the audience, and strive to create high-quality works with more cultural temperament and feelings. Only in this way can the art form of cinema truly evoke the spiritual resonance of the audience and seek lasting development in the rapidly changing times.
To achieve this goal, filmmakers first need to abandon some "fast food" creative methods and think deeply about the essential value of film. They should value the integrity of the script and the richness of the characters, and shape every shot with sincere emotion and delicate insight. At the same time, the film industry should also create a more tolerant and inclusive ecological environment for creators, and encourage them to pursue artistic innovation with a higher vision.
Only in this way can we see the real transformation of online movies into a healthier and more engaging art form. It not only satisfies the entertainment needs of the audience, but also evokes the cultural resonance in their hearts. Film, as an expressive media medium, should become a spiritual engine to push society forward, rather than a commercial tool that only caters to the tastes of the masses.
Let's contribute to the future of the film industry and jointly promote the development of this art in a better direction.
The failure of the movie "Sniper in the Line of Fire" gave us a wake-up call. It not only exposes the drawbacks of online movies ignoring their intrinsic quality in chasing traffic, but also reflects some deep-seated problems that the entire film industry needs to face.
The first is the lack of creative ideas. When filming online movies, many production teams often pay too much attention to superficial "gimmicks" and "traffic", and ignore the importance of creating flesh-and-blood characters and promoting the development of the plot. They think that as long as it catches the eye, other details can be ignored. This short-sighted creative attitude will inevitably lead to the lack of internal tension and appeal in the work.
The second is a misjudgment of the audience's needs. Some production teams are too superstitious about the so-called "popular taste", for fear that they don't know how to please the audience. As a result, they constantly cater to some vulgar aesthetic orientations, using a lot of sexual innuendo and physical temptation in an attempt to win attention. But in fact, this practice does not really meet the spiritual needs of the audience. On the contrary, it reduces the audience's sense of identification with the film, making them feel fooled and insulted.
The second is the imbalance of the industry ecology. In the existing online movie market, there are some rough business logic dominance. Some capital operators are too eager to pursue short-term profits, ignoring the connotation that the art of film should have. At the same time, they often marginalize creators and deprive them of the space to display their talents. This deformed ecological environment will inevitably hinder the healthy development of the entire film industry.
So, to change that, we need to get to the root causes. First of all, film creators should establish a correct creative concept, and pay attention to the cultural value and artistic quality of their works while pursuing commercial interests. They should use deeper inner feelings to carve every character and promote every plot. Only in this way can we truly touch the hearts of the audience and make the film a heart-warming artistic force.
The second is that the film industry should optimize its own ecological environment and create a more inclusive and relaxed development space for creators. Capital operators should adjust their vision, not too obsessed with short-term data, but cultivate a long-term vision, so that more talented creators can stand out. At the same time, the industry regulatory authorities should also introduce relevant policies to guide the film market in a healthier direction.
Only in this way can we truly change the current dilemma of big online movies and let these works regain their proper positioning and value. As an art form, film should not be reduced to a mere commercial product, but should become a spiritual mirror that reflects the state of society and spreads positive energy. Let us work together to create a more prosperous and culturally confident film industry, and add more warmth and strength to this era.