Fifteen people were killed and 44 injured in a fire in a small area in Nanjing1. "Skyscraper".
"Skyscraper": Released in 2012, Douban score 75 points.
1. Video Introduction:
Skyscraper is not only a gripping disaster action movie, but also a film that deeply analyzes human nature and social phenomena. Director Kim Ji-hoon shows how people react to disasters and how they can show true courage and kindness in the face of a crisis through the deadly fire that broke out in a skyscraper in the center of Seoul.
The film is set on Christmas Eve, and while most people are immersed in the warm atmosphere of reuniting with their families, the skyscraper "River Tower" suddenly falls into a sea of fire. The fire spread rapidly, the people inside the building panicked, and the escape route became extremely difficult. In this desperate situation, firefighters stepped up and became a key force in saving lives. They not only used ladder trucks for high-altitude rescue, but also went deep into the fire to search and rescue, bringing hope to the trapped people with professional skills and selfless dedication.
However, "Skyscraper" does not just stay at the level of disaster rescue, but further ** the performance of human nature in crisis. In the midst of this disaster, people have shown a variety of mixed emotions and choices. Some people don't care about the safety of others in order to escape, while others choose to sacrifice their lives to save others. This contrast not only makes people think deeply, but also allows us to see the multifaceted nature of human nature.
In addition, the film also uses the skyscraper, a symbol of modern architecture, to show people's dependence on high-rise buildings and their neglect of potential risks in modern society. As a landmark building of a modern city, skyscrapers bring convenience and comfort to people, but they also hide many potential safety hazards. When disaster strikes, these tall buildings often become the biggest obstacle to people's escape.
The actors in the film also performed very well. Xue Kyung-gu, Son Ye-jin, Kim Sang-kyung and other leading actors all showed superb acting skills, showing the inner world and emotional changes of the characters vividly. They not only showed tenacity and bravery in the face of disasters, but also made the audience feel the complexity and truth of human nature through their delicate performances.
2. Reason:
Christmas decorations lead to fires: In the movie, skyscrapers in downtown Seoul celebrate Christmas by installing a large number of decorative lights and Christmas trees on their rooftops. The use of flammable materials for the decorations and the presence of electric sparks in the building caused the fire to spread rapidly.
Fire protection facility failure: The building's fire protection facility has problems in the event of a fire. The fire extinguishing system was not activated in time to effectively control the fire. In addition, the fire escape in the building was blocked, making it difficult for firefighters to enter the fire scene for rescue.
Based on the above two reasons, the fire in the movie "Skyscraper" was caused by the flammable materials and electric sparks of Christmas decorations, and the failure of firefighting facilities also aggravated the spread of the fire and the difficulty of rescue.
3. Dig deep into the video
This commercial blockbuster, which is no less than Hollywood in terms of special effects, has brought us a strong impact both visually and audibly. Mencius once said that sex is inherently good, but Xunzi said that sex is inherently evil, these two are not contradictory, it is precisely because of the good and evil in human nature that this film is so wonderfully interpreting a touching and heartbreaking story.
Affection
The first paragraph is about a single dad and his own daughter. Whether it was the heartwarming scene at the beginning or the end of the day, in order to save his daughter, he rushed into the fire again, and the interpretation was very good. Although Dad is not the rescue captain, he also deduces Dwayne Johnson's style in "Doomsday Rescue".
The second paragraph is Aunt Cleaning and her son. From the time my son left, I didn't think my son was a good son. At least not to identify with their own mother. But then when I saw that my son was actually handing out flyers on the street, my perception changed. Then, when the son saw that his mother might be in the fire, he resolutely dropped the leaflet and ran to find his mother. This could be a shift. Because what is constantly cut in the world is a strong family affection, and in the end they are a happy ending.
The third paragraph is the resolute fire captain and his wife. There may be a little love mixed in this family relationship. But in the end, it still comes down to family affection. When I wasn't on my own mission, I still couldn't help it, and finally it became my swan song. Although this is the ultimate destination of heroes in the general sense, we still think that heroes are also human beings, so why not rest? Do heroes have to give up their families to take care of everyone? There are many questions that are not solved. But no amount of problems can be disguised. This is the essence of a hero.
Love
There is no doubt that the main line of love between a single dad and a female manager comes first. And it's a rather vulgar routine. We can guess from the very beginning how this story will eventually develop. Old people don't die, children don't die, and pregnant women don't die. Couples don't die. In the end, it can only be the death of the hero. I believe that after this test, the single father and his female manager will definitely be stronger than Jin.
The restaurant chef and his front desk girlfriend, this daredevil, isn't very likable. After experiencing setbacks caused by small things, they began to languish. Thus the first small snowflakes were triggered. It can't be said that Xiao Xuehua is completely wrong this time, but even if he escapes in the end, this negative attitude will not change much. People who have experienced life and death become strong. But this chef may reap his own love, and the rest depends on creation.
Finally, there are the elderly couples. After being told the secret of love by the female manager, the uncle who originally thought that he was in control of the victory experienced a sunset love that allowed him to be sublimated. But in the end, he unfortunately lost his life. But in the short time after the disaster, they brought each other's hearts closer. Towards the end of the line, the hands of the two men finally nested tightly together. It's not perfect, but it's not a flaw.
Upper floor
There is always a selfish brain-dead in every film. This film is no exception. The person in charge of the hotel is set to be such a person from the very beginning. Usually in disaster movies, such people will not survive. Therefore, the final fate will not be pitied; And the fact that the political leader is set to die is also a ridicule of politics in Korean movies. Any leader who does not care about his own people will eventually suffer the consequences; As for the owners of the hotels and the commanders of the rescue, although the hero's sacrifice will make them humiliated, it will not last long. Because people will always live and choose to forget, and eventually new heroes will appear. No one panics. Everything will be in order.
Overall, Skyscraper is a disaster action movie worth watching. It not only allows us to see the heroic performance of firefighters in disasters, but also makes us think about the possibilities of human nature in crises. The film skillfully connects human nature, social problems and the risks of modern urban life through a fire, allowing us to get profound inspiration and thinking in the process of watching the movie. At the same time, the film also shows the excellent technology and strength of Asian countries in disaster film production, bringing an audio-visual feast to the audience.