Another strong force of CCTV made a shocking debut!The eagerly awaited anti-special drama "Night and Dawn" was officially announced, causing a sensation in the film industry and sparking heated discussions. In the face of this long-awaited masterpiece, the lineup is luxurious and the plot is profound, which is really eye-catching. A visual feast is about to unfold, and the pictures in the trailer seem to travel through the dark night, through the bright stars, showing the unknown future. However, the mystery has not yet been revealed, and only by waiting for time to open can we unravel the mystery behind it. In this audio-visual feast intertwined with premonitions, what kind of visual impact will the audience usher in?
What kind of wonderful story does Night and Dawn contain?What kind of challenges and choices will the characters in the plot face?All this will be revealed one by one while following the beat. Come on, let's embark on this suspenseful and mysterious TV journey together, and explore the surprises and touches behind "Night and Dawn"!
The dark horse with the largest ratings in domestic dramas in 2023, if you go back to the beginning of the year, it should belong to "Hurricane";However, in early December, it was the legendary CCTV drama "Pearl River People" that won the ratings crown, and the counterattack was amazing. For now, however, my answer is: "Thrush". Although I understand that you may disagree, the reality is that this anti-special drama has become a hit.
Just a week ago, "Thrush" premiered, and the real-time ratings easily broke through 21, became the national ratings champion at that time, and surpassed CCTV's ** file "Ask the Boundless", and even surpassed the performance of "Hurricane".
With the broadcast of the show, the service of the show and the performance of the young actors caused a certain amount of controversy. However, you may be wondering if these controversies have affected the ratings. The answer is straightforward: the show has only been on the air for 7 days, and the ratings have remained above 2 for 7 consecutive days, until February 18, that is, yesterday, the average rating reached 2414, once again setting a new record.
It is worth mentioning that although "Hurricane" was also powerful, it only achieved a score of breaking 2 in the second half, and "Pearl River People" only began to emerge in the middle of the series.
However, "Thrush" broke 2 soon after it was launched, and it soared to 2 in just one week4 heights. The performance of this drama is really amazing.
As Bai Minghan played by Ding Yongdai confirmed that he was not a snow wolf, the audience's attention turned to the true identity of the snow wolf: is it Director Ge?Or the factory director?Or is it Curator Luo?This suspense blows like the wind, drawing the audience's eyes tightly.
With the upcoming three new episodes about to begin, entering the succession days of "Thrush" and "Flowers" will undoubtedly set off a ratings climax again. The audience is almost certain that "Thrush" will once again surpass "Pearl River People", and there is no doubt that it will win the crown of national drama ratings in 2023.
Is Thrush really that powerful?Its power lies in its anti-special plot.
As we all know, spy war dramas used to be a dark horse in national dramas, and works such as "Secret Calculation", "Latent", "Before Dawn", "Cliff", "Kite" and other works have triggered a widespread craze, not only word-of-mouth praise, but also new high ratings.
However, in the past five years, there have been only a handful of excellent works that have achieved both word-of-mouth and ratings. Only "Rebel" stood out, and the other works disappointed the audience slightly, and they began to complain after watching one of them.
The genre of spy war dramas fluctuates like a tide, especially the ** spy war drama has caused aesthetic fatigue among the audience, but the audience's enthusiasm for this genre is still undiminished, which also makes it possible for anti-spy war dramas to rise.
However, the real question is: is there still an anti-special drama that can achieve both high ratings and word-of-mouth like "Silent Oath"?
A highly anticipated anti-special drama "Night and Dawn" in CCTV's 2024 film list, with the release of a new trailer, is quickly gaining momentum, and the broadcast date seems to be close at hand.
When the 38-episode "Night and Dawn" was finalized, "Thrush" tested the waters first, and the main characters in the trailer began to show their edge, which seemed to hint at the theme and plot of the show.
This drama was selected into the key repertoire list of the 2023 "Big Drama Viewing Station" at the beginning of this year, with the iconic "anti-special drama" style.
The background of the story is set after the founding of New China in 1949, and it is no longer limited to the traditional spy war drama of the enemy and the enemy, but focuses on the new pattern of the enemy and the enemy.
Speaking of domestic anti-special dramas, I have to mention "Silent Oath" broadcast by CCTV in 2002. As soon as this drama was broadcast, it quickly swept the screen, swept many important awards such as Feitian and Golden Eagle, and deeply attracted the attention of many "anti-special drama" lovers.
However, in 2006, an unexpected dark horse drama appeared, which changed the trajectory of the fate of anti-special dramas in the market. "Secret Calculation" starring Liu Yunlong was a great success, and ** spy war drama came into being, gradually becoming a more popular genre in the market.
Although Hu Jun's "In the Silent Place" and Zhang Yi's "Glorious Era" and other wonderful works have also added luster to the anti-special drama, they have failed to break through the ceiling in ratings and have gradually eclipsed. This genre has also gradually declined in the rise of spy war dramas, and has even been replaced by spy war dramas. As the most appealing platform for ratings, CCTV has broadcast many traditional spy war dramas in recent years, but anti-special dramas have disappeared for many years.
Thrush may be seen as a test of CCTV in this regard, perhaps indicating a renewed focus and emphasis on the genre.
"Night and Dawn" is about to set off a new round of climax, directed by Huang Nan and Li Cai, and written by Weng Liangping. This time, Chen Zheyuan, Nie Yuan, Xing Fei, and Yao Anna will lead the cast, joining Wang Zhiwen, Ni Dahong, Wang Jinsong and other acting masters, as well as Sun Yan, Wang Xiuzhu, Feng Bing, Hao Ping, Li Mengnan and other actors, the luxury lineup is exciting.
Although the show has not yet officially announced its schedule, it has appeared in CCTV's official 2024 blockbuster repertoire list. In addition, the crew released an eye-catching second version of the trailer in advance, outlining a gripping picture and plot.
The ratings of "Thrush" were very popular, which provided a huge impetus for the creation of subsequent episodes. The anti-mega drama "Night and Dawn" that followed is bound to follow the trend, digging out a more fascinating storyline and expanding the depth of the plot.
Classic spy war dramas have always taken the puzzle of the confrontation between friend and foe as the focus of the audience's attention, so the plot is very important.
The story of "Night and Dawn" is set in the dark night of 1943, our ** Lu Zhengyang (played by Nie Yuan) and the former policeman Lin Shaobai (played by Chen Zheyuan) met for the first time, and the two fought wits and courage in a ** case that shocked Shanghai. The plot then entered the dawn of 1949, with the liberation of Shanghai, Lu Zhengyang became the core figure of our anti-enemy special operation. Although victory is in sight, a large number of enemy forces are still hiding in the shadows, planning all kinds of sabotage actions.
After strict screening, Lu Zhengyang bravely recruited Lin Shaobai, known as "Shanghai Know-it-all". The two turned from former rivals to partners. They have cracked one after another such major cases as the "vault robbery case," the "counterfeit money case," and the "latent radio station case" plotted by Zheng Lanting, a veteran spy of the Shanghai Special Station of the Secret Bureau, thus fundamentally thwarting the conspiracy of the enemy agents hiding in the shadows.
The trailer is shown from our point of view, presenting a tense and suspenseful "anti-special" operation.
The trailer begins not with a confrontation between friend and foe, but with a muralist calmly finishing a propaganda poster. The camera only shows his back, but when making the special, the audience found that this muralist was Wang Zhiwen, that is, the ultimate villain of the show: the veteran enemy Zheng Lanting. The image of this hidden presence in the city is impressive.
Lin Shaobai once said in the play: "These people have always been in Shanghai. This stealthy presence adds to the mystery of the enemy.
The next footage shows our public security officers quickly surrounding an abandoned construction site, but behind the voice comes the words of the enemy: "I deliberately brought you here." ”
Then, Zheng Lanting calmly walked into the ** pavilion, and Wang Zhiwen's deep voice sounded again: "The fish bit erbium." This sentence opened the prelude to the battle of wits between our side and the enemy.
What the hell is the enemy trying to do?Is there an inner ghost within us?This is the most gripping part of the plot.
The suspenseful plot shown in the trailer has an eerie atmosphere, adding more mystery to this wrestling game. The action scenes are also quite exciting.
Unlike Silent Oath, Night & Dawn is filled with many action-packed scenes. In the head-on confrontation with the enemy, the fire of ** soared into the sky, forming a tense and exciting picture.
In the quiet, Nie Yuan and "Old Mo" Feng Bing were only separated by a wall. The crisis is looming, and tensions are pervasive.
Their body movements gradually intensified, widening the visual distance.
The tense atmosphere is accompanied by the interweaving of movement and tranquility, presenting a tense lens language. This fusion of dynamic and static forms the heart of the dramatic tension.
For example, the thrilling shootout during the enemy's capture was hot and intense. The fighting scenes are even more aggressive, with empty-handed fights and hand-to-hand fights between bodies bringing waves of tension and excitement. These action scenes not only inject vitality into the plot, but also enhance the viewing of the whole play.
And the most fascinating thing is the cat-and-mouse game between friend and foe. They competed in a dark battle, shrouded in a heavy sense of oppression, which spread like mercury. This tremendous sense of urgency and tension is overwhelming. The production standard of the whole show is very high, and the cinematography and art show a very high style and excellent skills.
"Night and Dawn" assembled a youthful starring lineup, integrating the essence of young vitality and old drama bones, which inspired the audience's attention. This drama adopts the trend of young traffic actors in casting, but it does not lose its reliance on old drama bones, and skillfully interweaves new and old forces to present a refreshing audio-visual feast.
Director Huang Nan, with his experience in "Crossing the Yalu River" and "Armageddon", has injected infinite possibilities into the success of the show. And the highly regarded screenwriter Weng Liangping has given the audience full confidence, he has not only participated in works such as "The Great Battle", but also "Ask the Boundless", and is the brains behind the upcoming "Long Wind and Waves", and his talent is undoubted.
In terms of casting, 10 well-known and powerful actors gathered together, including old drama bones and Mesozoic powerhouses, presenting a picture of a strong lineup. It can be seen from the trailer that the roles of the enemy camp are played by Wang Zhiwen, Wang Jinsong and other veteran actors, who show a calculating temperament, while Feng Bing, Wen Zhengrong, Wang Xiuzhu, Ren Zhengbin, etc. deduce the perseverance and decisiveness of iron-blooded cadres.
In contrast, our camp is dominated by young actors, such as Chen Zheyuan, Xing Fei, Yao Anna, and Nie Yuan and Sun Yan are senior representatives. This lineup combination not only shows the new trend of anti-special dramas, but also brings more suspense to the audience: how a group of young fighters will start a thrilling struggle with the old foxes Wang Zhiwen, Wang Jinsong and iron-blooded generals Feng Bing, Wen Zhengrong, Wang Xiuzhu, etc.
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Wang Zhiwen, his unfathomable acting skills, there is no need to say much. Needless to say, he is one of the top actors in China.
His performance is like a painting, with deep line skills and excellent role switching ability, whether it is good or evil, he can interpret it just right.
On the stage of spy war dramas, he has created one unforgettable role after another. Wang Tianxiang in "The Wind", with her wanton bad temperament, is simply impressive.
In "Rebel", he played our **, that kind of awe-inspiring aura, which deeply shocked the audience.
The villain Muxi Crane who appeared in "Infernal" has a bald head and a ** face, which is daunting.
Regardless of the quality of his work, his performances are always of a high standard and impeccable. Moreover, his performances are always full of irresistible tension.
In "Night and Dawn", Zheng Lanting, who plays the core of the enemy, is hidden in the prosperity and silently draws our propaganda posters.
He always behaves calmly, however, there is an endless story in his eyes. What is superb acting?Look at the end of the trailer, Wang Zhiwen's eyes closed and opened, and the interlacing of those eyes was better than thousands of troops, this is the real acting skills.
Wang Jinsong, his name is deeply rooted in the hearts of the audience, thanks to his outstanding performance in "Icebreaker".
However, for those who are familiar with the old Chinese drama, his first impression may come from "Ming Dynasty 1566", or the role of the big smoker Wang Pu Chen in "No War in Peking".
The body is emaciated, and the cough is even weaker, but once he speaks, he reveals a cunning and sharp air. This time, he plays the role of Mao Sen, the supreme commander of the enemy, and the subtle changes in his expression in the trailer are subtle but have far-reaching meanings. The enemy is unstoppable, and the "two trump cards" come out together, and this competition is really fascinating.
Sun Yan and Feng Bing stand side by side, not because they lack weight, but because they are both old friends in the audience of "Hurricane".
One of them plays Xiaohu, and the other is Lao Mo, both of whom belong to the villain camp.
This time, however, the situation is different.
Feng Bing's Wang Liqun is still a ruthless enemy killer. In contrast, Sun Yan should play our undercover agent. However, his phrase "my hands are covered with blood" makes people feel that this character is unusual.
Their opposition is vividly displayed on the screen: Wang Liqun, played by Feng Bing, ruthlessly kills in the dark, while Sun Yan wanders between light and shadow as an undercover agent, and there seems to be some indescribable complex emotions hidden in his body.
This time, their confrontation is no longer just a clash of factions, but a conflict between the characters' hearts and the different roles they play in this intricate drama.
Nie Yuan, one of the most experienced actors in our camp. In the past, he played Zhao Zilong and Luo Cheng, showing a majestic demeanor, good looks and acting skills, which is far from comparable to the current traffic niches. Unfortunately, however, he may have lacked some luck.
After transforming into a powerful actor, his performance is more lively and lively.
Nie Yuan is already familiar with the spy war genre. In the ** spy war drama "The Forerunner", Tang Xianping played by him and Ma Tianmu played by Zhang Luyi had a battle of wits, and the scene was intense, injecting vitality into the whole play.
The role he played in the costume spy war drama "Feng Qi Longxi" is deeply hidden, and his acting skills are amazing.
And now, spy warfare is no longer his everything, and he has entered the ranks of anti-special dramas. In this work, he plays Lu Zhengyang, who is worthy of his name, righteous and awe-inspiring, and is also the guide of the male protagonist. It seems that every step has already been planned, confident and calm.
Although there may be turbulent waves in his heart, his face does not change like a peaceful lake. To be honest, just through the sense of character pressure he created, he convinced me that both sides were really fighting fiercely.
The actor Chen Zheyuan is the decisive element of this drama. In many works of the same genre, he is regarded as a key factor in the quality of the whole play. In recent years, he has made his mark in the suspense drama "Detective Chinatown" produced by Chen Sicheng, and starred again in the sequel "Detective Chinatown 3", and his superb performance has attracted much attention. In addition, in the CCTV hit drama "The Peerless Double Pride", he is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people as a little fish. As a freshman actor who is highly sought after by the industry, his fan base has grown rapidly. However, whether he can be compared with many old actors, he still needs to continue to prove his strength and potential.
The story of Night and Dawn is fascinating, not only because of its strong lineup and the support of the CCTV platform, but also because it raises doubts.
However, for this drama, will there be a risk of overturning?Looking back on domestic dramas in 2023, various genres emerge in endlessly, but it is worth noting that spy war dramas seem to be in a predicament.
For example, "Infernal", "Thin Ice", "Stalker", "Hive", "Plum Blossom and Red Heart", etc., despite the strong lineup, the quality is difficult to comment.
In this case, there is now another anti-special drama.
What is a rollover?The audience mentioned that the relationship between men and women dragged on, or the image in the play was too exaggerated.
But the key may lie in the characteristics of this type of drama - tone. Not only the lines need to have a unique charm, but also the storyline and pictures need to be processed accordingly.
Excellent dramas, under the surface calm, hide a deep connotation;The overturned works, on the other hand, are full of falsehood and perfunctory.
A great plot should carefully create suspense, and there are endless undercurrents hidden in the short clips, and then burst out at just the right time.
On the contrary, a bad plot will pale in emotional drama, and the suspense of the story will not be satisfactory.
As for the picture, every scene should be in line with the background of the era, and the makeup and costumes need to be just right, only in this way can the real style of the series be presented. In this regard, "Liu Yunlong" is exemplary.
The field of anti-special dramas has not yet emerged as a leader, but the potential is limitless.
While freshness contributes to ratings, it should not be forgotten that viewers' tastes are changeable.
For later works, the audience demands more from them, so it is the responsibility of the creator to provide more aesthetically interesting content.
Anti-special dramas cannot stop at temporary success.
Only by continuously improving the quality can we avoid being short-lived.
"Night and Dawn" may be a metaphor for the fate of anti-special dramas, just as after the dark night of the market, the success of "Thrush" shines, and the dawn is coming.
However, to illuminate the way forward, the only way to rely on the efforts of the anti-special drama itself is to rely on it. Looking forward to "Night and Dawn" can be determined.