From tour guide to actor, pursue your movie dreams.
Zhang Songwen was born in Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province, after graduating from vocational high school, he has worked in printing houses, food stalls, beverage factories and other places, and worked as a tour guide for 5 years in the last breath, initially worked in Shaoguan China Travel Service, and transferred to Shenzhen Overseas Chinese Town China Travel Service in 1997 (now Overseas Chinese Town Travel Agency), during which he also cooperated with Shenzhen Radio "Travel World" program as a travel consultant. Due to his excellent professional skills, Zhang Songwen has also won the honor of "Best Tour Guide in Guangdong Province".
Although he has a stable job and a good income, Zhang Songwen has always had a dream in his heart, that is, to become an actor. He has loved watching movies since he was a child and is full of enthusiasm and yearning for acting. He once said: "When I was a child, I liked to watch movies, and when I saw others crying in the movie, I would cry too, and when I saw others laughing in the movie, I would laugh too." I felt that this was something amazing that allowed me to enter a different world. ”
One day at the age of 24, I heard about Zhang Songwen of Beijing Film Academy for the first time from my tour guide, and in order to pursue his film dream, he immediately resigned and came to Beijing to register for the art examination, and was admitted to the 2000 higher vocational class of the Performance Department of Beijing Film Academy. After entering the school, because of his age, Zhang Songwen was assigned by the teacher as the class president, and later became the president of the student union. After graduating from school, Zhang Songwen stayed at the school as a teaching assistant for eight years.
From the supporting role to the protagonist, interpret different lives.
Zhang Songwen's acting career is not smooth. Although he participated in some TV series and movies while he was in school, they were all inconspicuous supporting roles. He has experienced countless failures and setbacks, but he has never given up on his dreams and pursuits. He said: "I think the most important thing for an actor is to have faith, love, and perseverance. I never thought about giving up, I just wanted to work hard, to improve, to prove myself. ”
In 2004, Zhang Songwen made his official debut by starring in the sitcom "Riding the Dragon Strange Son-in-law". In this drama, he played an eccentric, witty and humorous Jia Fa, and his love story with the heroine Lin Na sparked the audience's resonance and love. This is also the first time that Zhang Songwen has served as the male lead, and his performance has been recognized and praised by industry insiders.
Since then, Zhang Songwen has starred in many TV series and movies, showing his acting talent and diversity. He played the eunuch Wang Hui in "Empress Dowager Feng of the Northern Wei Dynasty", Huo Yuanjia's best friend Nong Jinsun in "Huo Yuanjia", Yang Guozhong in "The Secret History of Yang Guifei", the suspense ** Ma Mingxin in "The Second Side", the gangster Wenzai in "Jingwu Fengyun", the villain Wei Jian in "Modern Times", Ye Zhun, the son of Ip Man in "Ip Man's Ultimate War", the revolutionary Bao Yunlong in "Big Shanghai", and "Detective Arrives" played the role of Qi Shixing, the owner of a gay furniture factory, ......Whether it is a decent or a villain, whether it is ancient or modern, whether it is comedy or tragedy, Zhang Songwen can use his performance to create different characters, give them different personalities and emotions, and make the audience feel different about them.
From actors to artists, create classics.
Zhang Songwen's acting career is not only a growth process of an actor, but also a road of exploration for an artist. He is not satisfied with his current situation, and constantly breaks through himself and challenges his limits. He is not just an actor, but also an artist, an artist who can convey emotions and touch people's hearts through his performances.
In 2009, Zhang Songwen starred in the movie "Spring Breeze Drunk Night" directed by Lou Ye, in which he played the factory owner Han Ming. The film participated in the 62nd Cannes Film Festival in France and premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on May 13. This is Zhang Songwen's first work to participate in an international film festival, and it is also his first time working with Lou Ye. His performance has been highly praised by film critics at home and abroad, and he is known as "one of the best actors in China".
In 2016, Zhang Songwen cooperated with Lou Ye again and starred in the suspense movie "A Cloud Made of Rain in the Wind", in which he played Tang Yijie, director of the development zone. The film was shortlisted for Best Director at the 55th Golden Horse Awards and other awards. The film was released in 2019, and Zhang Songwen's performance in the film was praised by critics and considered "the pinnacle of acting".
In 2017, Zhang Songwen starred in the feature film "Summer in Xixiaohe", in which he played Gu Jianhua, a father who struggled for his son. The film is in the first.
From stage plays to dramas, it showcases a variety of performance forms.
Zhang Songwen's acting career is not only limited to film and television works, he also shows his talent in stage plays and dramas. His acting style is unique, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in the emotional world of the characters for a short period of time. His acting skills are superb and he is able to make the audience feel the inner world of the characters in an instant.
In 2012, Zhang Songwen participated in the stage play "Love Story" for the first time, in which he played an old man with Alzheimer's disease, and the love story with the heroine Li Na was moving. His performance has been well received by the audience and **, and is known as "Zhang Songwen on the stage, a new kind of Zhang Songwen".
In 2014, Zhang Songwen challenged the stage play again and starred in the modern adaptation of "Romeo and Juliet" "The Story of Romeo and Juliet", in which he played a complex gangster Romeo, and the love story with the heroine Juliet is full of tragedy and passion. His performance won applause and screams from the audience, and was considered "Zhang Songwen on the stage, a more mature Zhang Songwen".
In 2016, Zhang Songwen tried drama for the first time and starred in the Chinese version of "Twelve Angry Men" adapted "The Anger of Twelve People", in which he played a rational and calm jury member, and the other 11 people had a heated debate together. His performance showed his logical thinking and oratory ability, and he was considered "Zhang Songwen on the stage, a more intelligent Zhang Songwen".
From actor to director, explore new artistic expressions.
Zhang Songwen's acting career is not only a road of exploration for artists, but also a road of innovation for creative artists. Not content with his performances, he is constantly exploring new artistic expressions and techniques. He is not only an actor, but also a director, a director who can tell stories and convey ideas through images.
In 2018, Zhang Songwen directed the film "Summer That Year" for the first time, which is his tribute and continuation of "Summer in Xixiaohe", telling his childhood memories and growth experience in Xixiaohe. He used his own perspective and feelings to reinterpret that hot, beautiful and troubled summer. His directorial work has been praised by the audience and film critics, and is considered to be "Zhang Songwen on the screen, a more real Zhang Songwen".
In 2020, Zhang Songwen directed the movie "That Winter" again, which is his sequel and reflection on "That Summer", telling his youth and love story in Xixiaohe. He used his own experience and thinking to re-enact that cold, sad and hopeful winter. His second directorial work has been praised by audiences and film critics, and is considered to be "Zhang Songwen on the screen, a more profound Zhang Songwen".
In the future, Zhang Songwen's artistic path will be more diverse and rich. He will continue to adhere to his beliefs and pursuits, and constantly innovate and surpass himself. He will continue to use his images to tell stories and convey ideas, and become a director and role model in the eyes of more people.
In short, Zhang Songwen is an outstanding actor and artist, and his perseverance and pure love for more than 20 years of acting career have been highly praised. His artistic path is far more than this, and the future will be more diverse and rich. We look forward to him continuing to create more classic roles and wonderful works in his future acting career and directorial career, and bring more surprises and touches to the audience."