The legend behind the screen: Fanghua, a counterattack road from a country boy to a "devil king".
In the bright starry sky of Chinese movies, there is a name, although it may not be known to everyone, but when it comes to the role he created, almost everyone knows - he is Fang Hua, known as the "ghost king" on the screen. Today, let's uncover the untold story behind this legendary movie star, and feel how he went from a country boy to a superstar on the screen step by step.
The first encounter between a country boy and the screen
In 1925, in a small village in Dalian, Liaoning Province, a child named Fang Dehai fell to the ground. He spent his childhood in the fields, and his intimate contact with nature shaped his honest and resilient character. However, unlike most rural children, Fang Hua has a natural sensitivity and love for art. Whenever a shadow puppet troupe came to the village, he was always the first to run to see it, imitating the movements and expressions in the play, and he never got tired of it.
The twist of fate is always so unpredictable. By chance, Fang Hua saw the scene of film production at a film production company in Changchun. At that moment, he was deeply attracted by the world of light and shadow on the screen, and an idea quietly germinated in his heart - he wanted to become an actor and convey his stories and emotions to more people through the screen.
Perseverance and tempering in the face of adversity
However, the road to success is always full of thorns. Fang Hua has no professional acting training, nor does he have a prominent family background, he can only rely on his own hard work and talent to fight for every opportunity. He plays a variety of small roles in the film, and sometimes even just a background character. But he never gave up on his dreams, he felt every role with his heart and put his emotions into it.
After the victory of the Anti-Japanese War, Fang Hua joined the Northeast Opera Club and began his acting career in the true sense. Here, he met many like-minded friends and seniors, who discussed acting skills and shared experiences together. It is these valuable experiences that have made Fang Hua's acting skills a qualitative leap.
The "Devil King" on the screen and the bitterness behind it
In 1947, Fanghua ushered in a turning point in his acting career. He played a Japanese military commander in "On the Songhua River", and with his excellent acting skills and unique image building, he successfully portrayed this role well. Since then, the title of "Devil King" has spread far and wide, and Fang Hua has become one of the most representative villains on the screen.
However, with the increase of fame, Fanghua is also facing more and more challenges and doubts. Some people question that he can only play the role of a villain and has no acting skills; Someone physically attacked him for acting too much like a Japanese officer. But Fang Hua has never been swayed by these negative voices, and he firmly believes that he is an actor who should be able to portray various types of characters.
In the following years, Fang Hua successfully created many classic characters with his own efforts and talents. Not only did he leave a deep mark on the screen, but he also earned the love and respect of the audience. But the bitterness and dedication behind it are little known. During the filming process, he often had to endure all kinds of discomfort caused by the cold and heat and the harsh environment; In order to create the character image, he also has to do a lot of physical training and image building. But all this is worth it for Fang Hua, because he loves the film industry and the performing arts.
The return of old age and the perseverance of the heart
With the growth of age and the changes in the film industry, Fanghua gradually faded out of the screen. But he did not give up his pursuit and love for art. He began to pass on his experience and insights to the younger generation of actors, helping them to grow and develop better. At the same time, he also actively participates in various public welfare activities and social activities, and uses his influence to contribute to the society.
In his later life, Fanghua returned to plainness and tranquility. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends, and often reminisces about his acting career and glory days. However, no matter how the years change and how life goes through ups and downs, Fanghua always adheres to its beliefs and pursuits - using performing arts to convey emotions and strength, influence and infect more people.
Today, although Fanghua has been away from us for many years, his works and spirit have always remained in people's hearts. He has written a legendary acting career with his talent and hard work, and has also made indelible contributions to the Chinese film industry. Let's always remember this legend on the screen - Fanghua!