Who is Chen Baoguo? Let's first listen to what the popular movie star Zhang Guoli said
"Chen Baoguo, the senior, is the toughest old actor in my mind. It is difficult to summarize the kind of artistic virtue and artistic pursuit embodied in him with the title of 'Magnolia Award Best Actor'!"
You saw that, right? Such an old-timer who has been in the film and television industry for decades is still respected by Mr. Zhang Guoli. Why? Let's move on.
An infatuated seed reappears in the depths
Chen Baoguo was also a younger student than Pan An, and he was targeted by Zhao Kui'e, a senior sister, when he was in drama school. The two young people fell in love at first sight, and then they achieved positive results and embarked on a new journey of life hand in hand.
After graduating from drama school, Chen Baoguo started acting to make money to support his family, and his family suffered a lot. Once took a salary of a few hundred yuan and bought a brand-new permanent bicycle for his wife in one go, which attracted a burst of ridicule from relatives and friends, Chen Baoguo didn't care, he just thought his wife was happy.
finally became an instant hit with "Huang Taiji", and gradually became a well-known film and television star. But fans didn't notice that no matter how big the stage Chen Baoguo was on, when he fell in love with the media, he would say seriously: "I love my wife Zhao Kui'e!" Since then, the outside world's evaluation of this infatuated species has been mixed.
In pursuit of artistic ideals, he did not hesitate to be scarred
Chen Baoguo is most famous in the circle for his persistent pursuit of roles. In order to better interpret the charm of the character, he is determined to be the most refined and beautiful, so he often makes some "crazy" moves.
For example, in 1986, in order to infiltrate the concept of blind people in "The Whip", he sewed his eyes together with needles and threads, and felt the hardships of being blind for a long time; For example, in 2010, in order to play the emaciated role in "Teahouse", Chen Baoguo lost 16 pounds in just two months, which almost hurt his vitality!
This kind of dedication to art has led Chen Baoguo to pay a great price on the road of art - his skin has been allergic and swollen due to long-term application of cosmetics, and his eyesight has also been damaged due to improper operation... But despite this, he still went his own way until he played the role to the fullest.
Even his peers were impressed by this dedication, and admired Chen Baoguo's pursuit of art so devoutly. There is a tragic spirit of "as long as I can play a role well in this life, it will be the mercy of God".
The pinnacle of his career was in 2015, when the 67-year-old Chen Baoguo won the fifth Feitian Award in his life. This made all those who doubted him "dumb", because the strength was condensed in this senior.
Good people have good rewards and they are still driven out in the end
Although Chen Baoguo devoted his whole life to the pursuit of artistic ideals, it also brought him a lot of trouble. In 2010, he publicly criticized many young actors for their perfunctory behavior for fame and fortune at an event. Thinking about it now, he was a little more straightforward back then.
immediately aroused the attacks and questions of some disgruntled elements, accusing him, an old actor, of slandering his juniors. Things were in a uproar, and in the end, Chen Baoguo was forced to bow his head and retreat, and people showed up less and less.
I think there should be more outspoken people like him in the entertainment industry. How many people have deviated from their original intentions in the midst of sensationalism? How many people forget the true meaning of art in the midst of extravagance and waste? Chen Baoguo's ridicule is often a voice worthy of our attention and reflection. It's a pity that he was finally forced out of the game, and he could only retire to his home to enjoy his old age.
However, even if he retires to his home, Chen Baoguo is still a senior with good acting skills in the minds of many people. Many people hope that there will be another veteran actor like him, and he will persist in moving forward on the road of art. His son Chen Yichen said in an interview that his father still burst into tears when he received the Golden Lotus Award that year, and he was so obsessed with the art of acting.
"My father often told me: don't be tempted by material things, be true to your heart, follow the virtues of art, and strive for excellence." This may be the portrayal and motto of Chen Baoguo's old man's life. Isn't that the spiritual home that we ordinary people yearn for?
Reminiscing about the past, drama is like life
Looking back on Chen Baoguo's legendary life, it is not difficult for us to find that his artistic path is actually a process of constantly pursuing perfection and constantly revising himself. Every role is a new challenge and opportunity in life for him.
Let's take the two best characters in his life, "Kangxi" and "Huang Taiji". In "Yongzheng Dynasty", the tyrannical and alcoholic Kangxi Emperor he played has always given people the impression of being manic and uninhibited. In the corner of the crown prince Taiji during the "Emperor of the Qing Dynasty", he showed a calm, calm and comfortable characteristic.
Some people will think that Chen Baoguo has played two such different characters vividly, which is really incredible. But for him, it just reflects his unique understanding of each role, as well as his thinking and interpretation of life as a whole.
Many film critics in later generations also had unique opinions on this. They believe that Emperor Kangxi's rage stems from inner loneliness and obsession, while Huang Taiji's Wang Lang's ease and wisdom are due to a profound philosophical cultivation. Chen Baoguo may have found the best annotation of his personality from these two types of personalities.
So for him, every play is a new life. And his life seems to be repeating constantly: playing, understanding, sublimation, and transcendence. It is precisely because of this persistence that he can play every role so well.
Fruitful only remains, both morality and art
Today, although Chen Baoguo is 90 years old, he is an eternal symbol for the entire film and television industry, representing a kind of piety and pursuit of art.
Many viewers said that even if there are countless talented newcomers in the future, it may be difficult to see Chen Baoguo's dedication to thoroughly implementing the concept of art. It's like the old saying, "Born in sorrow, die in peace." In today's environment, people are less and less demanding to pay, and instead pursue those superficial things.
But fortunately, Chen Baoguo is still there, and his example and words are the best warning. Just like Zhang Guoli said back then: "Although Mr. Chen's predecessors are just a play, they have taught us the basic morals and ethics that we should be."
Yes, Chen Baoguo is not only an excellent actor, but also a good person with noble character. His words and deeds are silently inspiring us on how to be better people. This is the greatest gift and absorption for an actor who is old in the highest honor.
So I think the character of Chen Baoguo will always be remembered. Because he represents a kind of moral integrity, and it also shows where art should go. Even if one day, the legendary old man passes away, his indomitable artistic ideals will surely be immortalized.