In a great art, there are often countless hidden bitterness and brilliance. In 1993, Chen Kaige's "Farewell My Concubine" was born like a dazzling star, and Leslie Cheung's superb acting skills in it have become a masterpiece that has been passed down through the ages. However, behind this movie, a story about Leslie Cheung's persistence, dedication and sincere love for art is quietly staged.
Art is endless, learning is endless. The old saying is loud and sound, and it aptly expresses the pursuit and perseverance of an artist. In the classic "Farewell My Concubine", Leslie Cheung incarnates Cheng Dieyi, and he uses the power of magic to profoundly outline a vivid and unforgettable character. However, this is only the tip of the iceberg, and the story behind the scenes of the movie is truly magnificent.
First of all, there was a "hunt for beauty" in 1991, and Xu Feng decided that Leslie Cheung was Cheng Dieyi's only choice. But Chen Kaige was not familiar with this star, so Xu Feng ** Leslie Cheung's film for him, wanting to show his acting skills through his works. So, the first meeting between Chen Kaige and Leslie Cheung was an unprepared plot explanation. Leslie Cheung just listened silently, and when he stood up, his eyes flashed with a deep understanding of the role: "I am Cheng Dieyi!."Since then, he has thrown himself into the ocean of this role, and he will not hesitate to give everything.
In order to better interpret Cheng Dieyi, Leslie Cheung did not hesitate to dedicate himself. He flew to Beijing to learn from the famous Peking Opera artist Zhang Manling, learn Xi details of Peking Opera and experience the beauty of the stage. Unlike ordinary people, he was already famous at that time, and he did not show himself as a star, but humbly called himself: "Hello teacher, my name is Leslie Cheung." This humility and focus deeply moved Maggie Cheung, and at the same time, she also injected more sophisticated stage elements into her role.
However, such an investment did not happen on a whim. During the filming process, Leslie Cheung was particularly able to endure hardships, and the drama was not over, he had almost no rest, and even a high fever could not stop his struggle. Once, Zhang Manling found that he was still pressing his legs in a feverish state, and when he asked, he learned that he had not studied Peking Opera, so he had to work harder and pay harder. This persistence and dedication to art are awe-inspiring.
The in-depth exchange makes for a great performance. In cooperation with actors such as Zhang Fengyi and Ge You, Leslie Cheung showed a touching tacit understanding. While waiting for the makeup, he had an in-depth exchange with Ge You and integrated friendship into the play. After the filming of this scene, the two became closer. Leslie Cheung's efforts not only stop at acting, but he also has his own insistence on the effect of the film during filming. There was a scene where he had to smash the glass hard and reshoot it many times until he got injured, and he insisted on perfection. This moment of "smashing glass" has also become a portrayal of his firm pursuit of art.
However, life is not only about the present, but also about poetry and distant fields. Leslie Cheung is not only a work-only figure, he is also an ordinary person who loves life and likes to laugh. After the film was completed, he gave Ge You a signed version of the concert CD with five simple and affectionate words: "To Brother Ge You." This friendship was deeply cultivated during the filming of the film, and it was also a vivid and touching episode.
However, time flies, and twenty years have passed. Leslie Cheung is long gone, and his death has left a regret that can never be remedied. However, his brother's light will always shine in the film, and his pursuit of art, understanding of the role, and deep tacit understanding with many actors have made "Farewell My Concubine" brilliant.
Finally, let us miss this eternal superstar, Leslie Cheung, who integrated life and art. With his vivid performance and unremitting efforts, he has left us an eternal classic. Whether it is Leslie Cheung, who is obsessed with the role, or Leslie Cheung in life, he is an irreproducible legend. The deceased is like this, and we will not give up, let us miss the artist who performed with his life, and miss the eternal brother.
Readers, when we talk about Leslie Cheung's life, do we also sigh that time flies?Does his brilliant performance in "Farewell My Concubine" also evoke deep nostalgia for this superstar in your heart?
Maybe you have your own memories of Leslie Cheung, his songs, his films, or his unique art style. Have you ever been moved by his persistence and dedication, or have you been infected by his light-hearted pleasure in life?
Share your Leslie Cheung moments, what kind of existence is the brother in your heart?What impressed you about his films?Let's look back, remember together, and remember this great superstar who dedicated his life to art.