標題: The Crossing, Press Conference in Cannes -- 17th May 2014 [打印本頁] 作者:
阿管 時間: 2014-5-17 22:52 標題: The Crossing, Press Conference in Cannes -- 17th May 2014
Hong Kong director John Woo presented his long-awaited new movie "The Crossing" on Saturday (May 17), debuting at the 67th Cannes Film Festival.
The movie is the acclaimed director's first feature in over four years.
Set in the 1940s, against the backdrop of civil war, the film tells the story of three couples whose destinies are closely tied to the events unfolding in China.
Woo, one of the few Asian filmmakers to enjoy box office success in Hollywood as well as at home, told a Cannes news conference that he was spellbound by his actors' performances.
"Actually I cried every day on the set because I was touched by all my actors' performance. They always gave me a lot of great surprise and a lot of great performance," he said.
Described as Woo's 'passion project', the film stars an internationally recognised cast, including Takeshi Kaneshiro, Zhang Ziyi, Huang Xiaoming, Dawei Tong, Song Hye-Kyo and Masami Nagasawa, who all travelled to Cannes for the launch.
Actress Song Hye-Kyo described Woo as a father figure during the making of the film.
"Our director John Woo was like my father during the process and he helped one by one in acting so that I could get used to the atmosphere so I didn't have much difficulty," she said作者:
Ely 時間: 2014-5-19 00:00
many thanks, dear friend!!!
so mr. Kaneshiro speaks three languages in this movie... wow! my compliments, this is professionalism!
the beautiful image portraying Zhang Ziyi and mr. Kaneshiro reminds me a masterpiece of some years ago
besides, If I'm not wrong, mr. Kaneshiro said that, while in the past he was used to ask the directors' advise, in this movie worked more autonomously... it's a great progress towards new opportunities in his work, I believe
the trailer of 'The Crossing' is really beautiful, this movie seems very interesting I'm a bit impatient :lol
I also appreciate that, through it, in this difficult time for the entire world mr. Woo talks about 'hope' with no fear 作者:
阿管 時間: 2014-5-21 17:32 標題: 回復 #59 Ely 的帖子
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Director John Woo (吳宇森) held a press conference for his disaster epic The Crossing <太平輪> at the Cannes Film Festival on May 17. Stars Huang Xiaoming (黃曉明) and Takeshi Kaneshiro (金城武) were present and spoke briefly about working with their beautiful female colleagues.
It took five years and 400 million RMB, but Woo’s dream project will finally make it to the big screen later this year. Different from his usual action-packed creations, The Crossing will focus on love and courage amidst adversity, as told through the perspectives of three couples aboard the ill-fated Taiping steamer.
Collaborating for the first time, Chinese actor Huang Xiaoming has nothing but praise for his South Korean co-star Song Hye Kyo (宋慧喬). Both top artistes in their respective countries, many fans are looking forward to witness their on-screen chemistry. Despite their language barrier, the two enjoyed working together on-set and are grateful for the opportunity. Xiaoming described his co-star as gentle, and agreed when a reporter called Song the most beautiful woman in Asia.
Not at all worried that his comment would irritate girlfriend Angelababy, who has tagged along for a vacation in France, Xiaoming added that the two women are both beautiful in their own ways. “Song Hye Kyo is very pure and her eyes are sincere. She will always be a goddess regardless of her age. Angelababy, on the other hand, has a more western feel.”
Despite being in the industry for over twenty years, Takeshi Kaneshiro is still embarrassed about shooting kissing scenes. Portraying a couple with Japanese actress Masami Nagasawa (長澤雅美), Takeshi shared that they were given a kissing scene early in the filming schedule. Complete strangers working together for the very first time, the two artistes initially felt awkward shooting the scene though eventually overcame their nerves once they got to know each other better.
Source: Ming Pao
This article is written by Katrine for JayneStars.com.作者:
阿管 時間: 2014-5-22 19:39
22 May – Being the oldest lead star in the ensemble cast of upcoming film, "The Crossing", Takeshi Kaneshiro stated that he has no problem being told that his co-stars grew up watching his films!
As reported on Mingpao, the actor, who attended a promotional event for the movie alongside cast members including Song Hye-gyo, Huang Xiaoming, and Nagasawa Masami, laughed when three of them told him that they felt honoured to be able to work with him as they grew up watching his films.
When asked if he feels old being 40-years-old around the 20 and 30-something-year-old co-stars, Takeshi said, "I don't have any particular feeling about it. I did start early in my career and have performed in many films."
"Moreover, I said something similar to Sandra Ng a while back!" said the actor.
Meanwhile, when discussing the film, Takeshi admitted that despite his decades of experience, he still felt embarrassed to perform a kissing scene with his onscreen lover, Masami Nagasawa.
"But after we had a chat the filming went smoother," said Takeshi, who also disclosed that he has no plans to direct his own films.作者:
阿管 時間: 2014-5-23 19:37
22 May – Hong Kong director John Woo recently shared the reason why he decided to make his directorial comeback with a romance drama rather than his staple action genre.
According to a report on HK Top Ten, speaking to the media at the press conference of "The Crossing" at the 17th Cannes Film Festival, John stated that the inspiration first came to him when he was diagnosed with lymphoma.
"That night, I watched a very bad movie. I thought to myself, I have not made the perfect film thus far. Will I be taking this regret with me to my grave?" said John.
The director added that he went right back to work with a new determination as soon as he recovered, saying, "For me, work is life."
John admitted that he was in tears after reading the script and said, "People at war were not free men, but the story was not heavy on the sad part. It's a strong drama, with romance from beginning to the end and a dash of humour."
"I have always wanted to express romance in the times of war; the harsh kindness of humanity and the beautiful hope after a tragedy. But people always believe that I am an action man, so they are sceptical about my ability to make romance movies. But I hope to bring hope to audience through this film," he said.
"The Crossing" tells the fate of three couples fleeing the war aboard the Taiping steamer - a lower class woman and a KMT military communication officer (Zhang Ziyi and Tong Dawei), Japanese military doctor who had a bitter romance with his lover (Takeshi Kaneshiro and Masami Nagasawa), as well as a KMT general and a rich girl (Huang Xiaoming and Song Hye-gyo).作者:
阿管 時間: 2014-5-23 23:22
At the press conference for upcoming movie The Crossing (directed by Hong Kong filmmaker John Woo) yesterday, Takeshi turned up with his co-stars Huang Xiaoming, Song Hye Kyo, Masami Nagasawa and other actors.
40-year-old Takeshi was paired up with Masami Nagasawa, 26, for the first time onscreen, and when asked about working with him, the Japanese actress unintentionally hinted that her co-star is rather old. “Takeshi is very well-known in Japan,” she said. “I’ve admired him since I was young.”
Following suit, the other actors started to speak up about Takeshi, with whom they are on good terms.
Chinese actor Wang Qianyuan chipped in: “I’m a John Woo fan, but I’ve grown up watching Takeshi’s movies.”
Popular Korean actress Song Hye Kyo added: “I’m very happy to be able to work with so many outstanding actors, and though I’m not Takeshi’s partner in the film, I’ve watched his shows since young too!”
These comments drew much laughter from the crowd, while Takeshi appeared both exasperated and amused at the same time.
In the three-minute trailer played on the screen, Takeshi has the most screen time – he appeared tanned and energetic, and John even told reporters: “This is Takeshi’s best work ever since he stepped into the film industry.”
Takeshi revealed that this movie required him to speak in Mandarin, Taiwanese dialect, and Japanese onscreen. “It’s quite special using Taiwanese dialect to act, to bring out the feel of that era. It’s very different from now. Although I don’t speak it well, I feel that it’s quite a privilege,” he admitted.