"Dark War" and "Infernal Affairs" have similarities, but the core of the two movies is completely different.
The same thing is that they are both fighting between two heroes. There are no big scenes in the film, and they all highlight the "fighting of wits"!
But the difference is that "Infernal Affairs" is about fate, suffering, suffering, and helpless despair. The overall feeling is depressing and desperate. It can be said that the main characters in it are Chen Yongren and Liu Jianming.
, are all in a state of oppressive and obscure despair, unable to extricate themselves.
It’s not just Chen Yongren and Liu Jianming, but every character has his own destiny.
And although many people feel that "Infernal Affairs" seems to give people a state of unclear good and evil, in fact, it is clear between good and evil.
Although "Dark War" is also a confrontation between soldiers and thieves, and a battle of wits between police and criminals, in fact, the thieves created are also righteous thieves.
That's why in the end the two of them cherished each other.
"Dark War" has a calmness that is very rare in Hong Kong movies. The film does not have the common chases and stunts in police and gangster movies, but the two male protagonists battle wits and courage along the way. This is somewhat similar to "Infernal Affairs", but it is
It doesn’t make sense either.
There is a genre in police movies where a shrewd policeman sets off an even shrewder thief, because only when you face off against a master can victory be more valuable. The cop-robber showdown in "Dark War" falls into this category.
"Infernal Affairs" undoubtedly also falls into this category, but "Infernal Affairs" is more intense and depressing, and highlights the opposition between good and evil.
In "Dark War", the soldiers and thieves are actually not completely opposed to each other. There are also scenes of cooperation between soldiers and thieves, but the two films are completely different.
At the same time, in terms of the style of the movie, "Infernal Affairs" has a relatively serious dark tone, while "Dark War" has a bright and bright tone.
"Infernal Affairs" is a tragedy, but "Dark War" is a comedy!
Even after Li Yi "watched" "Dark War", he personally liked "Dark War" more!
Because compared to the obscure despair as the main tone of "Infernal Affairs" and the characters are more complex, Li Yi feels that the characters in "Dark War" are more lovable. Even the villains do not highlight the extreme nature of the opponent.
The evil side.
Of course, from a moral perspective, from an artistic perspective, from a depth of thinking perspective, "Infernal Affairs" is indeed superior!
At this stage, because of the "Betrayal" incident, Scissors has been sprayed with blood, and with the public outcry, even a sequel to "Infernal Affairs" is absolutely inappropriate at this time.
Because it is the same sequel to "Infernal Affairs", overall, there are some things that are very sensitive to "Betrayal".
With "Infernal Affairs" in the forefront, and "Betrayal" in the background, the sequel to "Infernal Affairs" is certainly not difficult to review, but such a movie is not appropriate for the times.
On the contrary, it is more suitable for an alternative police and gangster film like "Dark War", which is full of laughter and curses, but also a battle of wits and courage.
At the same time, even if the sequel to "Infernal Affairs" is successful, it will not make any difference. After all, according to those people, "Infernal Affairs" is just an example.
However, if another police film with a completely opposite style to "Infernal Affairs" is released and is successful at the same time, the effect will be completely different.
At that time, there was no need for Li Yi to speak, and the fans would just spray their heads with blood.
If you can't do it yourself, then don't talk nonsense. Is it true that Hong Kong police and gangster films can only sell well if they step on the line and only have illegal, sensitive themes and content that Big Scissors won't like?
This is indeed the case in "Infernal Affairs", but "Dark War" does not have this problem at all.
There is nothing sensitive about "Dark War"!
Look, the same police and gangster movie can be extremely exciting if it doesn't involve any nonsense and tells the story within the rules. You can't do it, but just because you can't do it, it doesn't mean that others can't do it either.
In fact, after "Infernal Affairs", Li Yi had almost enough time to rest.
So, as soon as he had an idea, he started to implement it.
The first thing is to restore the script.
To a certain extent, "Dark War" is very similar to "Infernal Affairs". For example, they both exaggerate the atmosphere. However, "Dark War" is relatively relaxed, while "Infernal Affairs"
"Tao" is intense and exciting.
As for the cast, Li Yi didn't even need to think too much and just found the original cast of "Infernal Affairs".
Chen Weijie's role as Hua Tsai is very suitable, and his cross-dressing will definitely be very popular.
Liang Feng plays He Shangsheng, but Liang Feng is indeed a bit handsome, but it doesn't hurt.
Although his style is different from the original Prince Dark Horse, he is a real Prince Charming type.
However, Li Yi has also seen the roles played by Liang Feng, and he can definitely win any role played by Shang Sheng.
In fact, "Dark War" is more like a traditional Hong Kong Island police and gangster film, because it is a traditional Hong Kong Island police and gangster film.
The protagonist Ho Shang-sheng is actually very similar to the protagonists of many Hong Kong police and gangster films. The protagonists are usually not serious protagonists.
Then there is the emotional character "Huang Qifai" in the Hong Kong police film!
Luo Xian, a professional Hong Kong police officer, can definitely play the role of Huang Qifa.
The villain, Zhuang Bin!
It can be said that the real original cast members starred.
As for whether they will refuse? Li Yi doesn't need to think about it at all!
The filming of "Dark War" was actually much simpler than that of "Infernal Affairs".
The characters are not that deep either.
Therefore, Li Yi touched his chin and wondered if he would like to try a Hong Kong movie too?
...
"This story is great! It seems that your fans are really right. You are really a gold medal screenwriter who was delayed by the director!" Zhao Guangming said with a look of admiration.
Perhaps the script and story of "Dark War" are not as profound and profound as "Infernal Affairs".
Once it is filmed, it will be difficult to achieve the same reputation as "Infernal Affairs", but this kind of movie is simple and full of fun. The key is that the structure of the story is very interesting. It looks like a Hong Kong police and gangster movie. There are many plots and character designs.
It is very similar to previous Hong Kong police and gangster films, but this is completely different from other Hong Kong police and gangster films.
This is another film that excels in both literary and martial arts.
The key is that the script of "Dark War" passed the review and there was nothing wrong with it at all.
If "Infernal Affairs" is a movie that treads on the edge, then "Dark War" is a conventional movie that completely complies with the rules.
"If possible, it's best to shoot it as soon as possible. In terms of publicity, I will also greet you here!" Zhao Guangming said with a straight face again.
Li Yi nodded. Of course he knew why Zhao Guangming said to shoot it as soon as possible. After all, the current situation is indeed not very good.
Moreover, Hong Kong police and gangster films will be released during the Spring Festival. The impact of "Infernal Affairs" has been too great, and there is a revival of Hong Kong films. Therefore, during this period, Hong Kong police and gangster films can be said to be endless.
"Lie to Kangxi"
If it's a hit, it's okay, but if it fails again, then even if the movie itself is obviously following the trend and has no sincerity, those people will inevitably pass the blame. After all, they also need to explain to investors.
