In the history of cinema, there is a unique master who has created a unique era of cinema that allows people to hover between horror and comedy, and he is the Hong Kong film legend - Lam Ching-ying. Starting from his "Zombie Taoist", Hong Kong ghost films have entered a new era led by him. However, time flies, Lin Zhengying is no longer alive, can his legendary story be inherited, and can there be a new leader?Today, we focus on his apprentice Qian Xiaohao, ** a new chapter in the inheritance of this "zombie Taoist".
Lin Zhengying: The pioneer of ghost films.
China's ghost films have fallen into an embarrassing situation since they were constrained by the rule of "after the founding of the People's Republic of China". Even if there are movies starring famous directors and actors such as "Beijing No. 81", it is difficult to get rid of those traditional routines. However, with his unique creativity, Lin Zhengying created a precedent for zombie films, which is nostalgic for many horror movie lovers. What he said in "Smiling Proud Jianghu" "I am not in the rivers and lakes, but the rivers and lakes have always had my legend" seems to have become a footnote in his film history.
Qian Xiaohao: The hope of inheritance.
Now, Lin Zhengying's apprentice Qian Xiaohao is reappearing in front of the audience as the online drama image of "Phantom Master". Inheriting Lin Zhengying's style of "Mr. Phantom", Qian Xiaohao attracted great attention in the name of his mentorship. The smile revealed the shadow of Lin Zhengying, and as soon as the news came out, the attention of all parties reached its peak.
Smiling Proud Jianghu: The sequel to the saga.
Although the zombie Taoist has been dead for 24 years, just like a classic line in "Smiling Proud Jianghu", his legend in the rivers and lakes will always exist. Lin Zhengying not only created a precedent for zombie films, but also formed a deep friendship with kung fu superstar Bruce Lee. From the "rules" of zombie film shooting he formulated to the classic image of Maoshan Daochang he created, as well as those interesting zombie movies, they are all deeply imprinted in people's memory.
Lin Zhengying: The tenacity behind the ups and downs.
Lin Zhengying, who was born in 1952, had an extremely difficult childhood. Born in Hong Kong to a family of six living in poverty, he dropped out of primary school in the second grade and began to earn a living from others. However, odd jobs were not his destination, and in order to gain a foothold in society, he was sent by his parents to study art. From the original Peking Opera to the later martial arts, his tenacity and perseverance gradually opened the door to cinema for him.
Encounters on the road to the movie.
Lin Zhengying, who worked as a martial artist in Shaw Brothers films, quickly became the darling of the film industry. His martial arts coaching work in "Big Brother Tangshan" led him to the film crew starring Bruce Lee. The encounter with kung fu superstar Bruce Lee made Lin Zhengying's film road broader. The tacit understanding and deep friendship between the two masters have resulted in a series of classics.
Mr. Zombie: A pioneering work.
In 1985, as soon as "Mr. Zombie" was released, the box office soared, and Hong Kong boiled. This film has become a classic of Lin Zhengying and the pioneering work of Hong Kong zombie films. Lin Zhengying's unique blend of "ghost movie" rules and comedy elements has made his zombie Taoist an irreplaceable legendary spokesperson.
The final chapter of emotion and regret.
However, just when Lin Zhengying's life seemed to be getting better, Bruce Lee's unexpected death put him in trouble. The huge success of Hong Kong zombie films also came to an end, leaving the audience with permanent regrets. The touching love story of Lin Zhengying and Yuan Qiongdan became the last chapter of his life, however, the cruelty of life led him to choose to leave in the end, leaving behind an indelible legend.
Qian Xiaohao: The inheritor of the new era.
Today, Lin Zhengying's apprentice Qian Xiaohao has once again aroused the audience's expectations with his appearance in "Phantom Master". He seems to travel through time and space, highly restoring Lin Zhengying's image and evoking people's nostalgia for the past. However, whether he can inherit the legend of the master or not, Lin Zhengying's "Zombie Dao Chief" is always an irreproducible heirloom.
Conclusion:
In the long history of film, Lin Zhengying is an irreproducible legendary master. His life is legendary, and his work leaves endless memories for audiences. Qian Xiaohao may be a hard-working inheritor, but for the audience, Lin Zhengying's "Zombie Taoist" will always be an irreplaceable classic. As time goes by, whether we have expectations for the Taoist played by Qian Xiaohao may be more of a nostalgia and nostalgia for the past.