Rebirth: A big star falls in love with me

During that fantastic adventure, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing visited almost every inch of China.

From the snowy plateaus in the north to the tropical rainforests in southern Xinjiang, from the bustling cities in the east to the vast frontiers in the west, their footprints have witnessed the magnificence and diversity of the Chinese land.

In the sacred Lhasa, they were shocked by the magnificence of the temple. Standing at the foot of the mountain and gazing up at the magnificent palace, they could not help but feel infinite awe for the Tibetan Buddhist culture.

They went deep into temples, communicated with monks, and explored the influence of religious art on film and television works, trying to incorporate this sacredness and solemnity into future creations.

There, they learned about the unique charm of Tibetan opera. The rhythmic singing, vivid masks and rich body language all became the source of inspiration for their creations.

Afterwards, they went to the water town in the south of the Yangtze River, where the flowing water, pink walls and black tiles, and misty rain formed a picturesque scene.

In the gardens of Suzhou and Hangzhou, they felt the life attitude of ancient literati and poets who expressed their feelings in nature and pursued spiritual tranquility.

Strolling along the winding corridor and listening to the sound of Pingtan coming from afar, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing seemed to have traveled back to an era when many scholars and literati gathered together, their hearts filled with love and yearning for traditional culture.

In the ancient capital of Chang'an, they stood on the ancient city wall, overlooking the prosperity and vicissitudes of this thousand-year-old capital.

Walking into the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the neatly arranged rows of magnificent terracotta warriors made them deeply appreciate the power of the Qin Dynasty and its ambition to unify the six kingdoms.

They also had in-depth exchanges with local historians to explore how to present these historical stories to modern audiences in a more vivid and realistic way, so as to give new vitality to the ancient culture.

In the ancient city of Lijiang in Yunnan, they felt the unique charm of Naxi culture.

Walking on the bluestone road, with quaint wooden buildings on both sides and melodious ancient music in their ears, they seemed to have walked into a paradise far away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

There, they learned about the Dongba script, an ancient script that not only carries the history and culture of the Naxi people, but also contains rich philosophical thoughts and artistic values.

Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing decided to try to incorporate Dongba script into visual design in their future creations to bring a new visual experience to the audience.

Their journey did not stop there. They also visited the Tulou in Fujian, the Leshan Giant Buddha in Sichuan, the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, Gansu... Wherever they went, they eagerly absorbed the essence of the local culture and transformed these precious cultural heritages into inspiration and motivation for creation.

At the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, they were deeply attracted by the exquisite murals and sculptures.

The murals are colorful and feature smooth lines, vividly depicting Buddhist stories, historical figures and folk legends, showing the prosperity of the ancient Silk Road and the integration of Eastern and Western cultures.

They cooperated with experts from the Dunhuang Research Institute and studied in depth the protection and research methods of murals. They hope to be able to restore the charm of these artistic treasures through high-tech means in future film and television works, so that more people can understand and fall in love with Dunhuang culture.

As the exploration progressed, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing's understanding of traditional Chinese culture became increasingly profound.

They realized that traditional culture is not only the sedimentation of history, but also the embodiment of national spirit.

In their creation, they not only need to inherit and promote the cultural essence, but also combine modern aesthetics and technical means to give traditional culture new vitality.

After accumulating rich creative materials and inspiration, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing began to plan a new film and television work.

They decided to adapt and innovate "Dream of Red Mansions", one of the four great ancient Chinese masterpieces, in an effort to create a film and television work that is both faithful to the spirit of the original work and in line with the aesthetic needs of modern audiences.

In order to better restore the scenes and characters in "Dream of Red Mansions", they went to the Grand View Garden in Beijing, Cao Xueqin's former residence in Jinling and other places for field investigations.

In the Grand View Garden, they seemed to be in the life world of characters such as Jia Baoyu and Lin Daiyu, and felt the delicate emotions and complex interpersonal relationships.

At Cao Xueqin's former residence, they gained an in-depth understanding of Cao Xueqin's life experience and creative background, and gained a deeper understanding of the profound meaning of "Dream of Red Mansions".

During the creative process, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing focused on combining traditional culture with modern elements.

They invited well-known domestic and foreign costume designers, makeup artists and scene designers to jointly create a visual world that is both classical and fashionable.

In terms of costume design, they not only retained the refinement and magnificence of Qing Dynasty costumes, but also incorporated modern aesthetic elements to make the character images more distinct and vivid.

In terms of makeup and styling, they focus on highlighting the character's personality traits, and through delicate makeup and exquisite hairstyles, they vividly display the character's inner world.

In terms of scene arrangement, they cleverly combined traditional elements with modern technology, and used virtual reality technology to recreate the pavilions, towers, flowers, plants and trees in the Grand View Garden, bringing a visual feast to the audience.

In the adaptation of the plot, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing also made bold innovations.

They retained the main plot and character relationships in the original work, but enriched and expanded them in details.

They delved deeply into the emotional changes in the characters' hearts, and through delicate performances and affectionate dialogues, they made the characters' emotional world more real and three-dimensional.

At the same time, they also added elements that are easy for modern audiences to accept, such as suspense and reasoning, making the plot more compact and fascinating.

During the filming process, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing paid attention to details and quality. They carefully selected the cast and invited powerful actors to join, striving to achieve the best effect in acting.

In the use of lenses, they pay attention to the effects of light and shadow and the beauty of composition, and convey the emotions and atmosphere of the story vividly through carefully designed lens language.

In post-production, they strive for perfection and carefully polish and adjust each frame to ensure the final presentation effect is the best.

After completing the filming and production of "Dream of Red Mansions", Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing decided to promote this work to the international market so that audiences around the world can also appreciate the unique charm of Chinese traditional culture.

They are well aware that if they want their works to gain international recognition and acclaim, they must focus on cross-cultural communication strategies while maintaining their cultural characteristics.

To this end, they invited internationally renowned film editors, sound engineers and subtitle translation teams to give the film a comprehensive international treatment.

In terms of editing, they focused on the control of rhythm and sense of rhythm, making the film more in line with the viewing habits of international audiences.

In terms of sound effects, they carefully selected music and sound elements with Chinese characteristics, and through clever arrangement and mixing, they added a rich cultural atmosphere to the film.

When translating subtitles, they focus on the accuracy and fluency of the language, striving to enable the audience to accurately understand the cultural connotations and emotional expressions of the film while enjoying it.

Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing also made careful plans for the promotion strategy.

They actively participate in international film festivals and film and television market activities, and showcase the style and characteristics of their works to international peers and audiences through screenings, seminars and other forms.

At the same time, they also used new media platforms such as social media to carry out online publicity and promotion, attracting the attention and love of a large number of international fans.

Ultimately, "Dream of Red Mansions" gained wide recognition and praise internationally.

It has not only won numerous awards at major film festivals, but also achieved impressive box office results in overseas markets.

After watching the film, many international audiences said that this work gave them a deeper understanding and knowledge of Chinese traditional culture, and made them feel the unique charm and profound heritage of Eastern culture.

Through the success of "Dream of Red Mansions", Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing further strengthened their beliefs and pursuits in the field of film and television creation.

They know very well that in order to stand out in the fiercely competitive film and television industry, they must continue to inherit and innovate, combine the essence of Chinese traditional culture with modern aesthetics, and create film and television works with unique charm.

In their future creations, they will continue to explore the connotation and value of Chinese traditional culture, and show the profoundness and unique charm of Chinese culture through rich themes and diverse forms.

At the same time, they will also focus on integration and cooperation with the international market, and through cross-cultural communication strategies, convey the essence of Chinese culture to global audiences, so that more people can understand and fall in love with Chinese culture.

In terms of team building, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing also focus on cultivating and introducing outstanding talents.

They know very well that an excellent team is an important guarantee for creating high-quality film and television works.

Therefore, they actively select talents with innovative thinking and professional skills to join the team and provide them with a broad development platform and a good working environment.

At the same time, they also focus on team building and training, and enhance the professional quality and innovation ability of team members through regular learning and exchange activities.

In terms of social responsibility, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing also actively fulfill their duties and responsibilities.

They contribute to the inheritance and promotion of Chinese traditional culture by participating in charity activities and donating to cultural funds.

At the same time, they also use their influence and resources to promote the development and progress of the film and television industry, and provide strong support for cultivating more outstanding film and television talents.

Time flies, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing have been in the film and television industry for decades.

From their initial youth and ignorance to their current maturity and stability, they have experienced countless setbacks and challenges, and also gained countless successes and joys.

In the days to come, they will continue to work together and forge ahead to jointly write their own film and television legend.

With the international success of Dream of the Red Chamber, Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing's film and television works have become a bridge connecting Eastern and Western cultures.

Their works not only showcase the unique charm of traditional Chinese culture, but also allow international audiences to have a deeper understanding of China's history, society and humanities through modern interpretation and innovation.

In their film and television works, the audience can see the profound heritage and unique charm of Chinese traditional culture.

Whether it is ancient court life, folk legends or historical allusions, they have all been skillfully integrated into the plot and characters.

Through delicate performances and vivid scene reproduction, the audience seemed to travel through a time tunnel and personally experienced those ancient and mysterious cultural elements.

At the same time, the works of Zhang Yu and Lin Wanqing also show China's social changes and humanistic feelings.