This year's most valuable theatrical work is finally presented to us.
The actual cost of production is close to $300 million, which is about $21500 million RMB.
The average consumption of each episode is more than 200 million.
Previously, it was reported that it was made by Xiaohuangtai HBO, but it chose to abandon it due to the high **.
Apple TV+ eventually took over the task.
From the initial preparation stage to the final production, the entire process took four years.
Just in the last few days, the TV series has been officially unveiled.
The start time of the two episodes is Douban 84。
It must be admitted that the money spent is very valuable, and patience is not in vain.
Today, Uncle Yu wants to share something about it
Aerial Combat Heroes
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There are two important behind-the-scenes figures behind this TV series-
Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks.
Since the beginning of the century, the two artists have been working on a trilogy of American dramas set in World War II.
Band of Brothers and War in the Pacific, two works released one after another, are both critically acclaimed classics.
Heroes of Air Combat is the third installment in the World War II trilogy.
This drama, as the last installment in the entire series, shows great ambitions.
The cost is high, but the team is strong.
Carey Fukunaga is the director of the first three episodes.
has produced high-scoring dramas like the first season of "True Detective".
Looking at the cast again, they are undoubtedly the hope stars of the new generation in Hollywood.
Austin Butler won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor the previous year for his performance in Elvis Presley.
Callum Turner is known as a close companion in the Fantastic Beasts franchise.
Barry Keohn has shown excellent acting skills in both "The Banshees of Inisherin" and "Sutterburn".
Also, the eldest son of the famous movie star Jude Law is named Ralph Law.
Almost all employees are **, this is undoubtedly the Best Actor of the Year award.
With such a lineup as a foundation, the performance of the first two episodes is indeed quite good.
First of all, banknote power does make people feel satisfied.
When we focus on the Air Force, the footage of aerial combat undoubtedly becomes the most intriguing part.
The mere restoration of the bomber of the World War II era has already shown the degree of finesse with which it was manufactured.
Both the exterior design and the dashboard inside exude a retro craft vibe.
The sight was especially striking when a large number of bombers were flying in the sky.
Sometimes it seems peaceful and harmonious, and sometimes it seems a little uneasy.
The sudden conflict was completely unexpected.
The artillery bombardment on the ground caused a dense black smoke to fill the sky.
The once bright and bright sky was now suddenly dark and frightening.
Once the artillery fire stops, enemy fighters join the fight.
Compared to bulky bombers, fighters showed greater flexibility.
Not only was it difficult to capture, but it was accompanied by intensive gunfights and artillery fire.
The ** of the bomber was completely dependent on the machine gunner on the aircraft.
Obviously, this ** hand is also facing great danger.
Changes on the battlefield are so rapid that the fate of people has become difficult **.
In "Heroes of Air Combat", air combat brings more than just stunning visual effects.
The brutal presentation of war constantly touches the emotions and nerves of the audience.
When the enemy aircraft went around to the front or to the side, a round of strafing was carried out in the cockpit.
The bullet quickly penetrated the glass, causing the pilot in the cabin to lose his original appearance in an instant.
The fuselage of the aircraft was hit by bullets, which led to a fire.
The fire spread rapidly and eventually led to the destruction of the entire aircraft.
The huge burning plane fell rapidly, its fierce shouts gradually dissipating in the air.
In addition to the above, the show also shows many details of such battles.
There was a night raid that left a deep memory on me.
In the distant sky, the sound of flames and ** sounded in turn.
While there are no clear signs of a target, the situation is even more terrifying than what is seen during the day.
Whether it's about the tiny details of the plane, or the whole process of the battle.
The American drama "Heroes of Air Combat" can be said to be quite excellent in terms of texture.
For the processing capacity of banknotes, it is really hit to the point of reality.
From the perspective of the plot, this drama has not been defeated.
Heroes of the Air Combat is based on the eponymous ** written by Donald L. Miller.
During World War II, the U.S. Army's 100th Heavy Bomber Group stationed in the United Kingdom was the main combat team.
People gave him a nickname called Bloody 100 .
The name got its name mainly because of the very high frequency of sacrifices in this team.
According to the data, the Bloody 100 has completed more than 300 missions and resulted in the loss of 229 aircraft.
Such a tragic experience is really emotional.
The plot and characters of this drama are endowed with a strong tragic atmosphere.
Regarding the reason for such a high sacrifice, this play also explains it from the perspective of the characters.
Based on the lessons of the First World War, the U.S. team firmly believed in the position of Italy's military strategist Dublack.
It is widely believed that a quick end to the war is possible only if the Air Force launches a direct attack on the industry of a hostile country.
Therefore, we need to send bombers directly over the enemy's airspace, drop bombs and evacuate.
Unlike the British, who chose to attack indiscriminately at night, the top leadership of the U.S. military preferred to use precise and efficient means of bombing.
They bravely chose to bomb during the day in order to deliver precision strikes against local targets.
However, in this case, the other person also has the ability to see themselves clearly.
At that time, the US military still adhered to the idea that "fighters are useless."
All bombers were not equipped with fighters as escorts.
The opinion at the top was that because the bomber flew very high, it was difficult for people to observe.
When found, it had almost flown over the target, and could simply drop a bomb to leave.
However, they don't realize that this set of theories no longer applies.
This is due to the fact that at the time of the Second World War, radars that were not used during the First World War already appeared.
To ensure the accuracy of the throw, the senior leadership of the Air Force also issued an order prohibiting the use of tactical means by aircraft to evade.
Only the pilot aircraft was equipped with a scope, while the other aircraft followed the pilot aircraft to drop bombs.
Over time, the upper leadership even instructed the bomber to keep flying at a low altitude throughout the flight.
The U.S. military's high level of confidence in its air force equipment is a key factor in supporting this aggressive strategy.
In the play, the B-100 bombers piloted by the Bloody 17 Bombardment Group are known as "Flying Fortresses."
Among the bombers of that period, its performance was almost to the highest level.
Of the four engines, only one is still capable of flying.
There are a total of 12 machine guns, which provide you with comprehensive protection.
Its sturdy fuselage is bulky and has the ability to drop more explosives.
In addition, the Norton scope has an error of only a few meters at an altitude of 10,000 meters.
Only with such an excellent equipment superiority can the superiors have enough confidence to continue to carry out that set of bombing tactics.
The B-17 bomber in the play and the real-life bomber are located on the upper and lower floors.
Of course, even radical strategies come at a huge cost.
The bombardment group carried out its first mission after arriving in the UK.
Without destroying any targets, we lost three aircraft.
According to relevant data, the rate of loss of personnel on this bomber is as high as 25%.
The year before the play, in 1942, the enlisted pilots had already suffered almost 73% losses.
The brutality of this battle is truly astounding.
War is not a joke.
This notion of cruelty is inherited from the first two works.
Band of Brothers, which aired in 2001, demonstrated the limitations of war-themed television dramas.
It was produced on a scale like a large-scale film, and it deeply touched many mainland audiences during that period.
This war is full of intricate plots, and the ** of life and death is also full of uncertainty.
It is not only the recreation of the real war that touches people's hearts, but more importantly, the flesh-and-blood soldiers.
Then look back at 2010's War in the Pacific.
He focuses more on the portrayal of characters and emotions.
In particular, the in-depth reflection on human nature and war makes the whole drama reach a new height.
As the final work of the World War II trilogy, the core idea of Air Combat Heroes is the same.
In terms of narration, it mainly focuses on realistic warfare and psychological depictions.
Similar to the first two episodes, in addition to the scenes on the battlefield, there is also a lot of barracks activity.
A group of beautiful people who seem to be light and fluttering on the surface become heavier and heavier in the process of performing a series of tasks.
When someone first arrives, he's full of confidence.
But when he returned from his first mission, his mindset shifted dramatically.
The situation was very different from what he had originally expected, and the experience of war allowed him to quickly let go of his illusions about war.
There are also those who follow the orders of the upper leadership.
Due to the use of daytime bombing tactics, there was a clash with the British ** team.
He always thinks that the U.S. military has a high hit rate and does a lot of damage, but he avoids talking about the sacrifice rate.
However, the ultimate solution to this conflict is actually the two men who will decide the winner through boxing.
It wasn't until an overnight air raid siren sounded that everyone's resolve began to waver.
In the distance, we can only see flames in the sky, and it is difficult to detect the traces of enemy bombers with the naked eye alone.
Still, as a soldier, they need to follow orders and continue to carry out the strategy that was previously developed.
The implication is that he can only helplessly watch himself and his teammates go to death.
In the next plot, Uncle Yu did not reveal too many details, which can only be said to be very unexpected and tragic.
In recent years, there has been less and less filming of American dramas about World War II.
Probably due to the fact that modern audiences have lost interest in such outdated stories.
However, for the older generation of theater lovers, the shock of the epic masterpiece "Band of Brothers" in that era remains a precious memory that they cannot replace.
Therefore, "Air Combat Heroes", as a sequel to its spirit, did make Uncle Yu feel a little excited.
Not only in terms of visual presentation, but the characters in the plot have also been carefully designed and processed.
The part of the series that I appreciate the most is still the brutal and realistic depiction of war, as well as the in-depth exploration of human nature.
This kind of creation, without a doubt, is fully qualified to be called the first bomb of the year.