The three films I accidentally watched recently all tell the past of the Boxer: "The Secret History of the Qing Palace", the drama version of "Under the Red Flag" and this "Beijing 55th"; the shooting time is also different, they are in the 1940s. The end, the beginning of the 21st century and the beginning of the 1960s; of course, the angle of narration is also different. "The Secret History of the Qing Palace" is adapted from a drama. Regarding the Yihetuan approach, some literati did not believe in the feudal and superstition angle. Emphasizes that one's magical powers protect the body, the sword is not invaded, and it can also make people feel that Cixi is sick and went to the doctor randomly, using a bunch of mobs. Although the drama version of "Under the Red Flag" is the work of an intellectual like Lao She, it is expressed from the perspective of a father in the plot on the eve of the prosperity of the Boxer Group. What is he worried about his son's involvement in it? He has seen foreigners and the humility of powerful people towards foreigners. He is worried about his son's arrogance, and he is worried that his son will be used as a gunman, be used, will be treated unfairly, and will die. However, the perspective of "Beijing 55th" is very subtle. It changes the concept step by step and then reverses the facts. For example, at first a life cost 20 dollars to show the greed of the Boxers; then, at a banquet hosted by the British Minister, The American soldiers threatened with swords to show the boxer's pretence; but when it came to the assassination of Klind, they started to go astray!
1. Why Klind was stabbed. In the film, Klind, who was in a clean suit all his life, was assassinated by the Boxer Sword under the command of the Duanjun King while riding a rickshaw. But what about the facts? The fact is that Klind saw some of the Qing soldiers aiming with a gun but did not shoot, so he made a preemptive strike, but failed to hit the target, but caused the Qing soldiers to counterattack. Klind was shot to death and the accompanying interpreter was injured. Therefore, the plot in the film, apart from rendering the innocence of the Boxer Barbarian Klind, is obviously far from the incident itself! 2. Defending the embassy area. Using the British minister’s youngest son to be hit by a stray bullet, his wife expressed feelings of war. It is a vague concept. Although the area where the embassy is located belongs to the territory of the embassy, you are unjust because you are the invaders. The eviction order was originally issued, but for your own benefit, you chose not to evacuate! It's just like the Boxers really invaded the United States and England. 3. The temple of heaven and the palace are silly and unclear. The American small column actually crossed the underground river to sneak an attack on the Qing Dynasty ammunition depot. Oh my god, they have any misunderstandings about the water conservancy construction in the Qing Dynasty. Do you think it is Paris? Why did you sneak an attack on the ammunition depot, because it is relatively close to the place where the Empress’s birthday was celebrated. Let’s take a look at the place where the Empress’s birthday was celebrated. Good fellow, the green and green Temple of Heaven. Maybe the money is not enough to take the Forbidden City? !
Of course, it is not without its advantages. 1. The picture quality is excellent, the colors are full, and the heart is convincing. It can be said that it is a very high-level epic film. 2. The Spanish location is very meticulous. Unexpectedly, we could get a glimpse of the buildings near the palace city of Beijing-the White Tower, Qianmen and other places in Beihai through the film in the 1960s. The writing is not very beautiful, but the Chinese characters that can basically express the meaning- Help Qing to destroy foreigners, get out, Renzhitang, etc. Especially in the morning light, I can see Miyagi from a distance, surrounded by mountains on three sides, and it’s magnificent. I finally understand why foreigners were obsessed with Beijing’s skyline in the past. The city, at that moment, will only be better. 3. Drama emotional people. The minister's son was hit by a stray bullet, and his wife expressed emotion for this; the mixed-race girl first lost her mother and father who loved her, and then encountered an American soldier who didn't want to be her stepdad. She was so pitiful and waiting for someone to take care of her; And the goddess finally took the necklaces coveted by other ministers’ wives, replacing them with much-needed medicine and fruits for the children, and then finally shot, not too virgin; when the goddess was dying, the attending physician treated her to her. Confession of true feelings, when a man with a vicious tongue talks about love, he shouldn't be too life-threatening. 4. Goddess Ava Gardner. Fuck, I watched this film for the sake of Ava Gardner. The goddess wears a white dress with that emerald necklace. Oh my God, it’s so beautiful, she shines, not to mention the last time she was on the bed. , The director used soft light, the goddess is so delicate but still beautiful. 5. The language is playful. Daily breast method, Ruying; the attending doctor asked the hostess to work quickly, saying that this is not the reception hall of the Winter Palace, which is a venomous tongue; the goddess said that if I don’t wear this necklace, you don’t even know me. 6. Partially reflect the facts. For example, in the first two Chinese people said that they were dividing up China, and then they argued in front of the Junwang and Ronglu Hall, and Cixi’s choice of keeping a low profile and forbearing, the last side was the Victory Embassy area, and the other side was Cixi lonely wearing the costume of a peasant woman. , Ready to flee, said the classic saying that has echoed for more than 100 years, the Qing Dynasty is over!
Finally, I have to say that the male lead is a beautiful piece of wood. Although he has won an Oscar, he always feels like watching a fitness trainer perform when he plays. So let’s say that playing a sports theme is more appropriate, but In the 1950s and 1960s, he seemed to have performed a lot of costume dramas and historical themes.
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