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The new version of "Painted Skin" has a unique cast. The actors consist of six popular stars: Donnie Yen, Chen Kun, Zhou Xun, Zhao Wei, Sun Li, and Qi Yuwu, forming a combination of three male leads and three female leads, making the lineup very unique and eye-catching; In terms of the creative team, it is composed of the "chairman group" consisting of five chairmen: Chan Siu-fung, president of the Hong Kong Directors' Guild and chairman of the Hong Kong Film Awards, Wong Yue-tai, chairman of the Hong Kong Professional Cinematographers Association, Lei Chiu-chung, former chairman of the Hong Kong Film Art Association, Tung Wai, chairman of the Hong Kong Martial Arts Association, and Cho Lam, chairman of the Hong Kong Lighting Association, which can be called an elite gathering. This film has been rated by audiences as one of the ten most anticipated blockbusters of 08. However, in order to maintain the mysterious aura of the film, apart from all appearing at the press conference for the start of filming, the actors rarely appear collectively on screen, and as for the main creators and actors appearing together, it has never been seen. Producer Pang Hong stated, "The production team will appear collectively with the main creators and actors of the film 'Painted Skin' at an appropriate time and place. At that time, we will also present a mysterious big gift to the media friends. Please look forward to it."
The Eastern new magical fantasy film "Painted Skin", which has always given people a mysterious feeling, finally made its debut to the world at the Hong Kong International Film and Television Exhibition, unveiling its first layer of mystery. Right in front of the entrance of the exhibition hall at the Hong Kong International Film and Television Exhibition, a huge circular exhibition booth caught the eye. The exhibition backboard was over 5 meters high. Donnie Yen carried the "Yen Army," dressed in steel ring soft armor, looking dashing and spirited, while Zhou Xun resembled a fairy wearing a painted skin, exuding a gentle and enchanting aura. Two giant posters with contrasting images resembling the wings of a goose stood tall at the exhibition site, extremely eye-catching, bringing a strong visual impact to the audience.
The new version of "Painted Skin" is quite different from the soft style of the old version set in Jiangnan water towns, instead showcasing the stunning beauty of the western desert. Through the extraordinary scenery of the desert, solitary smoke, and setting sun, it highlights a thousand years of mysterious atmosphere. The art director of this film is Xu Ligong, mentor of Ang Lee and producer of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." This time, Xu Ligong also expressed that he had given his all, and the results did not disappoint, attracting many guests to stop and watch, giving high praise. Many guests and movie fans even took photos in front of the stills as souvenirs.
Mystery 1:
Is the new "Painted Skin" scary?
Teaser Spoiler: Zhou Xun's skin peeling is shocking enough
What people remember most from the old version of "Painted Skin" is undoubtedly the scene of "the female ghost painting the skin." In the exposed teaser of the new "Painted Skin," the most shocking moment is here as well. And this time, the demon doesn't just paint her face but the entire human skin. Zhou Xun plays a pure and beautiful demoness, but when she is alone, she peels off the skin from her face, revealing a complete human skin from head to toe!
Director Clarification: I won't shoot it as a horror film
When I first took over "Painted Skin," I was also very confused. Before, Director Qian Yongqiang wrote a script that was more focused on fighting and horror. I thought it would be hard to pass the review, and secondly, it wouldn't be fun. I think the new "Painted Skin" should be "fantasy" with very complex emotions, and I won't shoot it as a horror film.
Mystery 2:
Why does Zhao Wei become the "White-haired Witch"?
Teaser Spoiler: Zhou Xun has caused great harm to Zhao Wei
From the teaser, we can deduce the plot of the new version of "Painted Skin": Chen Kun accidentally saves the demoness Zhou Xun transformed into a human from a bandit and brings the injured her home. Zhao Wei plays Chen Kun's wife, who takes good care of Zhou Xun, but is falsely accused by Zhou Xun of being a demon. Zhao Wei is misunderstood by everyone, sees her husband develop feelings for Zhou Xun, yet still maintains the bigger picture and avoids conflict. The most unexpected scene is when Zhao Wei transforms from a dignified and elegant wife into a white-haired witch with snow-white skin and bloodshot eyes, resembling Lin Qingxia's character in "The White-haired Witch."
Zhao Wei Clarification: Marrying me as a wife is not bad
A demon came to my house, many people liked her, and no one believed me. Later, I was threatened by Zhou Xun, drank poison, and became the "White-haired Witch," with white hair and skin as white as a white shirt. She blamed all the bad things on me. The demon played by Zhou Xun survives by eating human hearts, and every day someone dies in the small town. As long as I admit that I am a demon, there will be no more deaths. In short, this is a very bitter story.
In this movie, I think I play the best housewife ever, and male viewers might feel that marrying a wife like me is not bad, haha.
Mystery 3:
Why does Chen Kun's husband become better?
Teaser Spoiler: The husband transforms from a coward to a hero
In the old version of "Painted Skin," the husband is a typical bad man who forgets righteousness for lust and is weak and useless. However, in the teaser of the new "Painted Skin," the husband played by Chen Kun is a general returning from the west, brave and skilled in battle. Encountering the demoness is out of a sense of justice, and falling in love with the demoness is because he was deceived by her innocent and kind disguise, completely portraying a good man image.
Director Clarification: A husband betraying his wife is unacceptable
If we were to copy it directly, then there would be no need to make the movie; reading the book would suffice. Without adding our own elements, it would be hard to make a good movie. Mr. Pu Songling's story is very interesting, but it also has backward aspects. It is after all a story from that period, relatively feudal, so some parts I had to change. The good parts of the original story I have certainly expanded, such as the wife's feelings for her husband. The changes are greatest in the male lead. Originally, the man in the story who fell in love with the female demon had already betrayed his wife, which is unacceptable.
Mystery 4:
How passionate are the passion scenes?
Teaser Spoiler: Chen Kun and Zhou Xun are intimate on the cliff
Among the exposed teasers, the most "stunning" scenes are the passionate scenes between Chen Kun and Zhou Xun, where their intimacy on the cliff is both bold and visually beautiful.
Director Clarification: Zhao Wei must defend, Zhou Xun must attack
The new version of "Painted Skin" describes the different views on love among three women: Zhao Wei always prioritizes her husband; Zhou Xun is unrestrained; and Sun Li lacks confidence in love. Zhao Wei needs to defend, she is very fragile, while the character played by Zhou Xun attacks, she is very fierce and somewhat wicked.