Author:Lulu Boy
There is such an animation, and to this day, it still has an undiminished charm in the hearts of the audience. It's not just a shared memory of post-childhood, it's moreA masterpiece of art that transcends time.
Exquisite picture style.
The ultimate visual experience.
Aesthetic values that transcend the times.
Subvert the framework of traditional storytelling.
Seeing this, I think you should have guessed it.
That's right, it's "Youyou Hakushu".
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One is one of a kindHumor and contrastThe setting has attracted many fans of the Japanese manga.
The portrayal of Hades as a naïve child who will be beaten when he gets into trouble, and the portrayal of a fight-loving gangster as an extreme emotional kidnapping of a kitten are all examples of the author's unique creativity.
But what is most impressive is the strong human touch that flows through the work. Whether it is family, friendship or love, the author Yoshihiro Tomiyasu can depict it with delicate and moving brushstrokes. The depiction of these emotions is both natural and realistic, without a hint of artificiality and exaggeration.
The story of "Yuyu Hakusho" revolves around the protagonist Yusuke UrahanFrom his tragic death as a delinquent teenager, to becoming a spiritual detective, and finally transforming into a demon, the whole plot is full of ups and downs, full of colorful emotional changes.
When I heardNetflix wants to change the classic anime "Yuyu Hakusho" into a live-action versionI'm quite entangled in my heart.
On the one hand, I feel a little "wary" in my heart, because many manga live-action dramas have failed to perfectly restore the charm of the original work;On the other hand, Yuyu Hakusho is more than just an anime for me, it carries my childhood memories and dreamsI'm really afraid that these beautiful memories will be accidentally changed "beyond recognition".
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But even so, I decided to give this live-action a chance. After all, it's always worth checking out something new!
So, I tried to let go of that attachment to the original work and tried to look at the adaptation with a more open and objective attitude.
After all,Adaptation doesn't mean betrayal, and sometimes it can also lead to unexpected surprises and new perspectives.
Casting and styling are controversial
The live-action version of "Youyou Hakushu" launched by Netflix has achieved good results and reputation in the comic dramaAt present, the Douban score has reached 71 point.
But compared with the original work, this live-action adaptation is inCasting and styling, which simply caused the dissatisfaction of the fans of the original work.
Kuwabara's character is almost an "unexpected surprise", completely beyond the framework of the original work, and brings a lot of "freshness" to the audience. His performance not only won the love of the audience, but also made the plot a little more dynamic.
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Although the role of Peony is "lively and cute", it has also become one of the few highlights.
Speaking of Tibetan horses, this "beautiful man", whether in human or demon fox form, is "responsible for appearance" in the comics.
But when it came to the live-action version, the wig that killed Matt directly reduced his charm, making people feel "fly in the ointment".
And Yusuke's adaptation is even more "laughing and crying". The one in the original comicsThe impulsive and straightforward hot-blooded teenager has become a "world-weary young man" in the live-action drama. This change of mood makes this character more than a little worse than the original, and it seems that the soul of the entire character has been "replaced".
As for Little Hades, he has changed from a cute baby in the original work to a mature ** in the live-action version, and he still has a pacifier in his mouth, this change directly makes fans of the original work feel "not a taste". The original cute point has become a "confusing behavior", which makes people wonder: "Is this really the little Hades I am familiar with?".”
These changes, while somewhat controversial, also reflectedThe complexity and diversity of the adaptation work.
We must recognize that it is a challenging task to perfectly convert the characters from the anime into real people. Every viewer's imagination of a character is unique, and it's hard to find an adaptation that fully meets everyone's expectations.
In this process, we should also understand that the criticism and disacceptance of the live-action drama by fans of the original work mainly stems from the deep affection for the original characters.
Their love and nostalgia for the characters is genuine, but at the same time, they should also realize that the purpose of the live-action manga is to appeal to a wider audience, not just to cater to the preferences of fans of the original book.
Thus, when it comes to the success criteria of the adaptation, Netflix's live-action version of "Yu Yu Hakusho" offers a unique perspective. The core challenge of the adaptation is:How to strike a balance between staying true to the original and attracting new audiences.
The success of an adaptation does not depend entirely on its faithfulness to the original work, but on its ability to gain a foothold in a new cultural context and give the audience a new experience.
As long as it resonates with the audience, no matter how different it is from the original, it reflects the value of the adaptation.
The mediocrity of the plot is obvious
In addition to styling, the show also faced challenges in maintaining the essence of the original story.
In particularCuts in terms of plot and character depth, which became its outstanding shortcoming.
For example, the character of Toguro is a villain in the manga with a complex personality and a deep background.
His storyline, from the desire for strength to the ultimate self-reflection, reveals a character's inner conflict and growth.
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On the surface, he is a ruthless, single-minded villain in pursuit of supernatural power, willing to do anything for power, even willing to sacrifice his soul.
However, his inner world is much more simple than it seems.
For example, from the fact that he only drinks juice in the bar, this detail reveals that he is not completely indifferent to humanity.
The love story between his past and Phantom Sea, as well as the self-blame for failing to save **, can all be seen that he is not oneTypical wicked or bad guys.
He fears that as a human, his strength will gradually decline as he ages, so he chooses to become a youkai to maintain his strength. But after transforming into a youkai, he begins to realize that the blind pursuit of power is itself a weakness.
In his confrontation with Yusuke, Toguro challenges Yusuke through various extreme methods, forcing him to reflect on the true meaning of power and the way he lives. Although his actions may seem cruel, they are actually a test and inspiration for Yusuke, trying to make Yusuke understand the deeper meaning behind his power.
Such characterization not only increases the tension of the story, but also provides the audience with deep thoughts on strength and humanity.
However, in the live-action version, this inner tangle and growth is hardly fully displayed, and the confrontation between Toguro and Yusuke seems to be more limited to superficial action fights, lacking the emotional depth of the original.
In addition, the treatment of the core plot of the Dark Martial Arts Society is also oversimplified.
The complex character relationships and side stories in the original work have been drastically reduced. Although this treatment increases the directness and tension of the story, it also sacrifices the depth and richness of the original work.
You must know that the original "Youyou White Book" is deeply loved by readersA large part of this is due to its deep emotional expression and delicate interactions between the characters. The treatment of the live-action version in this regard seems to be a little superficial, and it needs to better integrate the expectations and aesthetics of modern audiences on the basis of maintaining the emotional depth of the original work.
There is a big score in terms of special effects and action
Since the live-action version of Netflix's "Youyou Hakushu" has done so poorly in terms of "main line", why is its rating and reputation still so good?
This is first and foremostWonderful performance of action scenes。This achievement is made possible by Japan's Takahito Ouchi, who has applied his extensive experience in Hong Kong action films to the action design of the show.
Especially in the hand-to-hand combat in the early stage, Takahito Ouchi skillfully combined the abandoned car yard and residential area built by the real scene to create a tense and exciting battle scene.
And in the superpower melee later in the story, the action scenes show gorgeous visual effects.
His action design combines CG effects and the cornice-walking effect of the rose vines, making every attack of the action look elegant and charming.
This one-shot smooth camera movement technique not only shows the beauty of the action, but also enhances the visual experience of the audience.
In addition, in the playThe special effects production is also very interesting。It is reported that the show has invested heavily in post-production special effects, and has cooperated with a number of top international visual effects companies, includingScanline VFX, who worked on Game of Thrones.
This high-level special effects production makes the action scenes and magic effects in the play more realistic and shocking.
A little anticipation at the end
The season-ending easter egg of the live-action episode also leaves a cliffhanger for future plot development, foreshadowing more exciting content in a possible second season.
This shows that the production team is constantly exploring new ideas and development directions while retaining the spirit of the original work.
For the sequel, we expect it to further deepen the plot and characterization while maintaining the advantages of the first season.
The show would be even more compelling if the next plot could explore the characters' growth and emotional interweaving more broadly.
In detail,Improvements in make-up and set design will make the series more visually and emotionally rich and complete.
At the same time, as comic book fans, we also look forward to Netflix continuing to release more wonderful comic adaptations, such as "Full Time Hunter" and so on. This not only supports the original author, but also brings a new experience to comic book lovers.