Chapter 411 The correct way to open domestic science fiction movies
After the movie was finalized, "Artificial Intelligence" once again triggered discussions about domestic science fiction movies.
Mainly a science fiction movie, it is indeed a pain point in the hearts of countless Chinese movie fans.
In fact, after entering the 21st century, many science fiction movies have been released, but as a result, none of them can be considered remarkable.
This is also the reason why even if Li Yi tries to make a science fiction movie, he is still not favored. It is really too difficult.
And another point is that many domestic directors who make science fiction movies always like to brag and use big gimmicks.
What is the first step to revitalize Chinese science fiction and open the door to Chinese science fiction movies, etc., etc.
But what about the result?
How much I expected, how disappointed I was in the end.
This has also led to the public's always pessimistic attitude towards domestic science fiction movies.
At this time, Li Yi once again accepted the invitation from the "Movie Things" column team of Jingnan Satellite TV.
The program "Things About Movies" can be said to be the program that Li Yi has appeared on the most.
As expected, the list of questions given by Fang Nan were almost all related to science fiction movies.
"Movie Things" studio.
This time, not all of the "Artificial Intelligence" crew came.
They are mainly domestic members.
"Director Li, why did you choose the subject of science fiction movies? After all, there is not a single successful domestic science fiction movie in our Chinese market!" Fang Nan asked.
"Because of this, someone has to try it, right?" Li Yi said with a smile.
Of course, in reality, how could he possibly tell Fang Nan, not what I want to shoot, but what I have.
Fang Nan couldn't help but smile when he heard this, and then asked: "So you don't think that China is a desert for science fiction movies?"
"certainly!"
"But it is undeniable that there are indeed no representative works of domestic science fiction, right?" Fang Nan continued to ask.
"Actually, I don't think so. Speaking of which, I find that both our film and television industry and the public seem to have fallen into a misunderstanding." Li Yi said.
"Misunderstanding?" Fang Nan was a little confused.
"For example, this time "Artificial Intelligence" took less than five months to complete preparations and filming. Many people actually thought that "Artificial Intelligence" would fail because of this. I don't understand this statement. I found that everyone
I have fallen into a misunderstanding, as if a science fiction movie must be a big production, and a science fiction movie must have big scenes, otherwise it is not science fiction.”
"Um... This does seem a little bit. Personally speaking, when I hear about science fiction movies, I think they must be blockbusters. So, "Artificial Intelligence" directed by Li is not a science fiction blockbuster?
"Fang Nan was also a little surprised.
The fans below also looked shocked.
No, when it comes to science fiction, everyone’s first reaction is that it must be a blockbuster.
But science fiction movies, like other movies, are both blockbusters and low-budget.
At least there are many foreign low- and medium-cost science fiction films that don’t have big scenes or big special effects, but they are still classics.
Why in China, everyone feels that if it is not a blockbuster, it is not worthy of being called a science fiction movie.
"It really doesn't count. In fact, "Artificial Intelligence" is a plot science fiction film. I just want to tell everyone through this film that there is no need to blindly pursue big productions. Our domestic science fiction films are already in the exploratory stage. Why not start with
Starting from a simple science fiction movie? If you have to rush to pursue big productions, it is equivalent to wanting to fly without learning to walk, and the probability of success will naturally be pitifully low!" This is indeed what Li Yi said from the bottom of his heart.
He was actually quite puzzled. Hollywood has so many years of experience in science fiction movies, but even if it wants to make a big production, there is no guarantee of success. Domestic science fiction movies have never had a successful precedent, but every one of them has become a big production.
, it means billions and billions of investment, all kinds of big scenes, all kinds of visual special effects, it seems that if we don’t shoot it this way, it won’t be possible.
"So, what you are saying is that our science fiction should start with a small cost?" Fang Nan asked.
"Yes, because the cost of trial and error in small-budget science fiction is lower, and many of our 'big productions' often pursue special effects and accumulate stars, but they ignore the foundation of movies. The foundation of movies is to tell stories. Our failure cases
, in fact, many special effects are done well, but why are they still criticized so miserably? Because the plot is completely ignored, and the movie is always meant to tell a story. Whether it is special effects or big scenes, they all actually serve the story.
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"I think many of our directors have their own strengths, such as director Zhao Qingyan, who is good at shooting pet movies." Li Yi gave an example with a smile.
As a result, all the movie fans below laughed out loud.
Because before Li Yi, it was true that Zhao Qingyan was best at making pet movies, but after Li Yi came out, this skill has been questioned.
After all, "The Story of Hachiko" is still hailed as an unsurpassed classic of pet movies, and the subsequent "A Dog's Purpose" also received a huge reputation.
Li Yi, however, did not take it seriously and continued: "I am good at making pet movies and dealing with the delicate emotions between pets and people, so why not give them a science fiction shell to tell such stories?"
"For example, robot dogs, I think they are quite interesting. In this case, if you are photographing something you are good at, shouldn't the probability of success be higher?"
"For another example, a director who is good at shooting romantic movies can definitely shoot romantic science fiction and give full play to what he is best at. I believe this is the real shortcut."
"What about you, Director Li? Is this the same for "Artificial Intelligence"?" Fang Nan asked in return.
Li Yi nodded and said: "Of course, this "Artificial Intelligence" is a love story, but it adds elements of artificial intelligence and a science fiction background, but the core is still the same."
"So, those who say that domestic science fiction movies are dead can take a break. Domestic science fiction movies have always been there, but we have always opened them in the wrong way."
"Any subject matter requires the accumulation of experience. We can start small, then accumulate experience, and finally think about making large-scale productions."
"And a small cost may not lead to great achievements, right?" Li Yi spread his hands and said.
Others may not be qualified to say this, but Li Yi definitely has the qualifications.
He can almost be said to be an alternative among domestic directors. He never makes big-budget projects.
Looking at all his films, there are almost none that are truly big-budget.
Even in "Wreaths Under the Mountain", in fact, the war scenes in the movie did not even show the enemy head-on.
But it can still get high box office.
Therefore, what he said is very convincing, because he himself did it.
