In 2020, Jackie Chan and Tang Jili jointly launched the action blockbuster "Pioneer". Although it survived the test of the epidemic, but because the film itself was not strong enough, this big production with an investment of 400 million finally suffered a loss of word of mouth and box office. .
"Pioneer" is an eternal pain point for Jackie Chan, and for the audience, the most impressive thing may be that Jackie Chan did not jump off the building, but took the stairs instead. At this time, Jackie Chan himself admitted that he was "old".
The animated film "Wish Dragon" released on January 15, 2021 ended with a box office of 158 million, making this film a typical example of empty profits and a bleak ending.
The biggest gimmick of "Wishing Dragon" is that Jackie Chan dubs the dragon in the film himself. It is said that in order to find the best way of dubbing, it took Jackie 3 years to complete the dubbing work, which can be said to strive for excellence.
Although the film is directed by the American director Chris Eberhams, the story is an authentic Chinese story. The whole film is full of Chinese customs and customs, and the complex relationship between people is described very well. In place, at this point, Chris Eberhams has done some careful research on China's landscape before.
The wish-making dragon, dubbed by Jackie Chan, was originally an emperor who died and ascended to heaven. Due to his mercenary, self-serving, and unwillingness before his death, he ended up being lonely and dying. After ascending to heaven, he was ordered to repent by the guardian god, and the tunnel was turned into a wish. Shenlong, you need to serve and complete 10 tasks of the master's wishes before allowing the reincarnation of life.
Ding Siqi was a child who grew up in an ordinary family. By chance, he got a teapot that sealed the wishing dragon. When he knew that the dragon could satisfy his three wishes, his life went through a process of enlightenment. What I feel and think is also infected with the dragon. I have always been accustomed to the dragon that meets the needs of the wisher's gold and silver treasures. It was not until I met Ding Siqi that I understood the true meaning of life: no amount of gold and silver treasures can be compared with the value of family, friendship and love. measure.
The film's story takes place in the big city of Shanghai. Ding Siqi's growth environment is in stark contrast with the high-rise buildings on the opposite side. The intrigue between the parents of ordinary people and the intrigue between the high-rise buildings is a portrayal of reality. , is also an unattainable crossing barrier between classes, despite Ding Siqi's efforts.
In a sense, "Wishing Dragon" still transmits a lot of positive energy and correct life values. Compared with some flashy similar works, the realm is much higher.
Even if the film adopts the mode of co-production between China and the United States, and has put a lot of effort into the special effects level, the film is too stereotyped. It is also the main reason why the film's reputation has declined and the box office is not high.
Many viewers define this film as the Chinese version of "Aladdin's Lamp". Indeed, the film is based on the model of "Aladdin's Lamp", but it can only be said to learn its shape, but not its soul. 【END】
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