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Chapter 208: "Infernal Affairs" - Critical Acclaim, the Best Crime Film of All Time! (Please Subscribe)
Because Song Hao played the trailer for "Infernal Affairs" ahead of time.

This has sparked a lot of discussion among netizens.

"I originally thought this was a gunfight on the rooftop."

"I thought it would be something like rescuing hostages."

"I never expected it to be a dialogue between two award-winning actors on a rooftop."

"Most importantly, this dialogue scene is so classic, every line is worth studying."

"That's the true value of Brother Hua and Brother Chaowei."

"Nowadays, only Director Song can afford to hire these two Best Actor award winners."

And the other side.

Song Hao is still filming on set.

The film "Infernal Affairs" is now in its final stages.

It will probably take another five days or so of filming to wrap up.

During these five days, the lead actors did not slack off at all.

They all knew that they must not relax until the very last moment.

If you let your guard down, the whole film can be ruined by one or two bad shots.

During this time.

Lin, the editor-in-chief of Yangtze River Publishing House, called Song Hao.

He excitedly stated, "Director Song, the novel 'The Wandering Earth' has already sold two million copies."

Upon hearing this, Song Hao was also surprised: "So fast?"

"Yes, the printing plant is still working overtime to print the copies, and there are many viewers making reservations online," Editor-in-Chief Lin added. "Director Chu of the Education Bureau has also ordered two million copies, which means that we have already guaranteed to sell at least four million copies."

He expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you, Director Song, for choosing our publishing house."

"Actually, it was Editor-in-Chief Lin who sincerely invited us to collaborate; otherwise, I wouldn't have thought of publishing the novel 'The Wandering Earth'," Song Hao said politely.

Editor-in-Chief Lin was pleased to hear Song Hao say that.

Currently, in terms of profit sharing from the novel "The Wandering Earth," Song Hao receives 70% of the profits, while the publisher receives 30%.

This is a privilege enjoyed only by top-tier writers.

Although Song Hao is a newcomer in publishing, he is well-known throughout the entertainment industry.

In recent years, it can be said that almost every well-known film has been directed by him.

Moreover, even the movies or TV series he produced achieved good results.

The recently concluded TV series "Lotus Lantern" achieved an average viewership rating of 4.19%, setting a new record for the highest viewership rating in the first half of this year.

Although "Lotus Lantern" is not as good as "Bright Sword".

But no matter how you look at it, "Bright Sword" is a rare high-scoring TV series in the history of Chinese television dramas.

Comparing it to "Bright Sword" is just too unfair.

As a period drama based on a mythological story, "The Lotus Lantern" has clearly broken the record for the highest-rated period drama in the past four years.

This has also made the audience full of expectations for Song Hao's ability to produce period dramas.

They even want Song Hao to star in another ancient costume fantasy drama to save the monotonous and repetitive ancient costume drama market.

But Song Hao still needs to focus his attention on "Infernal Affairs".

Filming for "Infernal Affairs" wrapped up completely a week later.

It took a month in total.

If I hadn't participated in a Saturn Award event during that time, I might have finished filming much earlier.

Speaking of the Saturn Awards.

Since Song Hao returned to China, Zhao Jinmai seems to have become a different person.

I've been visiting the set of "Infernal Affairs" more and more often.

In everyone's eyes, she was like Song Hao's younger sister, always clinging to him.

But Zhao Jinmai had her own ideas.

Love develops over time; that's how she handles things at her age.

Zhao Jinmai wasn't afraid of being photographed by paparazzi.

After all, when paparazzi photographed Song Hao's scandalous affair, he was immediately sent to the police station to work on a sewing machine.

It can be said that Song Hao is the official director.

Those paparazzi and third-tier female celebrities who wanted to cause trouble for Song Hao didn't dare to do anything to him.

night.

Song Hao was busy in the editing room.

The post-production editors on the team went to dinner.

He was left alone, still busy in the office.

Many staff members also felt very sorry for them.

They felt guilty that Song Hao, as the chief director and the head of a media company, insisted on doing everything himself.

But Song Hao said, "Don't worry, I'm not as diligent as you think. I'm just checking the content I've edited over the past few days. If there are no problems, I need to go back and rest."

After everyone left.

He then watched the plot unfold on the screen.

A short while later, the phone lit up.

Song Hao picked up his phone and saw that it was a message from Liu Shuangshi.

Because I've been on set recently, the two of them have hardly met and have been keeping in touch mainly through WeChat.

Liu Shuangshi: [Have you eaten yet?]

Song Hao: [Not yet.]

Liu Shuangshi: [Are you still busy? Do you want me to order you takeout?]

Song Hao: [No need, I'll head back to the hotel soon.]

Liu Shuangshi: [Are you busy?]

Song Hao: [In post-editing.]

Song Hao: [We originally wanted you to play a supporting role in this drama, just to give you some screen time, but you're currently studying at school.]

Liu Shuangshi: [It's okay (#^.^#), I'm already very happy.]

After a brief chat, Liu Shuangshi said she had to go to her acting class and would talk again in the evening.

Song Hao was also pleased.

At the beginning, Liu Shuangshi's acting skills were not very good, and she only attracted everyone's attention with her outstanding appearance.

Later, through Song Hao's recommendation, she studied with a teacher at a film academy, and her film and television works became increasingly praised by the audience.

Now, taking advantage of the time when she has no work commitments, Liu Shuangshi is going back to school to take acting classes.

She also wants to improve her acting skills so that she can become Song Hao's leading lady if she has the opportunity in the future.

Just as he was feeling sentimental, a takeout order arrived.

Song Hao was somewhat surprised.

I thought it was Liu Shuangshi who ordered it.

Unexpectedly, the order number belonged to Ni Ni.

As expected, a mature woman is a mature woman.

I never ask any questions.

Song Hao then continued with the post-production editing of "Infernal Affairs".

Time passes day by day.

Post-production work on "Infernal Affairs" is also proceeding smoothly.

Online, netizens are also looking forward to the release of this movie.

Just at this time.

In an interview with TVB in Hong Kong, a Hong Kong director happily remarked, "Over the years, I think our TVB police dramas have been of the highest quality."

The host then asked, "I've heard that there's a very famous director in mainland China, Song Hao, who is also making a police thriller. Director Du, what are your thoughts on this?"

Director Du smiled and then said, "Actually, I think that mainland police and gangster films are nothing more than bank robberies, home invasions, and then the police catch the murderers, and finally one or two people are sacrificed. I can recite them all."

"It seems that this time, Director Song's crime film is an undercover operation," the host hinted.

Director Du dismissed it: "The undercover theme goes without saying. It's obviously a police officer going undercover in a gang, and then when it's a life-or-death situation, his colleagues rush in and catch them all. I can recite that too."

After he finished speaking, the audience below the stage laughed.

Although this is meant as a joke, TVB's police dramas have indeed been better than those from mainland China over the years.

Especially Hong Kong viewers, even if they criticize TVB movies, they still think that the police and gangster dramas produced by their own TV station are better than those produced in mainland China.

This left netizens on the mainland speechless.

"Do you guys even understand the value of Song Hao's talent?!"

"He's made so many innovative films, do you still doubt his ability to make good crime films?"

"I think it's necessary to release 'Infernal Affairs' in Hong Kong."

"Director Song, please release it simultaneously in Hong Kong as soon as possible!!"

"Let them see what our mainland police and gangster films are all about!"

"Generally speaking, it's rare for films to be released simultaneously in mainland China and Hong Kong!"

"Then it will become extraordinary!!"

Netizens flocked to Song Hao's Weibo to leave comments, hoping he would see them.

Song Hao was naturally aware of the netizens' requests.

After thinking for a moment, she replied: "[If possible, simultaneous release would be quite nice.]"

This sentence completely excited netizens.

"Yes!! We must let Hong Kong audiences see our mainland films!!"

"TVB has been declining for so many years, and they're still hyping up police and gangster dramas?!"

"Director Song, I believe your crime thriller will be a great watch!"

"come on!!"

With everyone's enthusiasm, this crime thriller has become a trending topic.

Of course, some viewers still have doubts.

After all, there are too many bad domestic police and gangster films.

They're basically all using the same formula.

It hasn't changed at all.

Even if Song Hao wants to make a police and gangster film now.

The trailer clips shown were also quite profound.

But that was just a two-minute trailer; to evaluate a movie, you have to watch the whole thing.

So it won't be released until the day of release.

Some netizens also dared not comment.

Soon, the film "Infernal Affairs" was officially completed.

Song Hao immediately handed the complete DVD to Superintendent Wang.

Superintendent Wang immediately organized the entire department to watch it together.

When everyone learned that Song Hao was filming a police and gangster movie, they were all very excited.

Song Hao is already a highly sought-after director in their official department.

If any official department can invite him to make a movie or TV series, the quality of the production is absolutely guaranteed.

A film that lasts for two hours.

The whole scene was incredibly exciting.

"It's so beautiful, oh my god."

"To be honest, this is the most outstanding police and gangster film I've seen in recent years."

"I suddenly feel that those promotional videos our publicity department produced are a bit..."

"This movie definitely can't be compared to our promotional video; it has to be compared to the movies that have actually been released. Haven't you noticed that domestic police and gangster films in recent years haven't been very good either?"

Superintendent Wang looked at Song Hao with great emotion and said, "Director Song, I never expected your films to be of such high quality."

Song Hao said with a smile, "I still have to thank Superintendent Wang for his support. Otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to assemble props like helicopters."

Superintendent Wang chuckled, "Helicopters are a small matter. I can get you any weapons you need. You've put so much effort into this movie, so don't worry, I'll make sure all the police stations in the country watch it."

"Okay, thank you, Superintendent Wong."

Police stations across the country watched the film immediately.

Immediately, it received rave reviews.

They all praised Song Hao's imaginative ideas.

The undercover agents on both sides want to change their respective fates.

The opposition between good and evil.

This elevates the theme of the film even further.

As people in the police station began to comment on the film, more and more positive reviews appeared online. "My uncle is a policeman, and he told me that Song Hao's crime thriller is very good."

“My dad also said that the whole department organized a viewing of Infernal Affairs. He said that this movie is extremely exciting. He has watched so many police and gangster movies over the years, and this is the best one he thinks.”

"Yes, yes, my boyfriend said so too! But he didn't tell me the plot, since he can't reveal it."

In no time, netizens became increasingly curious.

While they were curious, they were even more eager to know if Song Hao's film could be released simultaneously in Hong Kong.

In this way, Hong Kong audiences will also be able to see "Infernal Affairs" as soon as possible.

What everyone didn't expect was.

Song Hao quickly confirmed the release date.

May 1st! Release date set for Labor Day!
This is a short holiday.

It's perfect for a movie release.

At the same time, Song Hao also announced that the film will be released simultaneously in Hong Kong and mainland China.

Upon learning this news, netizens exclaimed that Song Hao is incredibly devoted to his fans.

Song Hao basically agrees to whatever his fans ask for.

Who wouldn't love such a high-quality idol?
However, netizens in Hong Kong do not think so.

They felt that this was simply a case of mainland netizens having a biased view of their local directors.

Although they had seen "The Wandering Earth" and "Ne Zha", they were indeed very impressed with Song Hao's abilities.

But if we're talking about police dramas, then we have to watch TVB.

In addition, on Labor Day, when everyone has a holiday, more people are willing to travel.

Who would still go to the cinema to watch movies?
Therefore, netizens generally believe that not many viewers will go to see "Infernal Affairs" on that day.

Time passes day by day.

Labor Day is just around the corner.

Because "Infernal Affairs" needs to be released on Labor Day.

Therefore, the company's employees basically have to work overtime.

Song Hao said, "Everyone will receive triple pay for working overtime these three days. In addition, I will give everyone a holiday at the end of the month. Thank you for your hard work."

The employees were naturally pleased to hear this.

Overtime is fine, as long as there is overtime pay.

What's more, I can return the vacation days at the end of the month.

Who wouldn't love such a wonderful boss?
So they all expressed their support: "It's okay, we'll watch 'Infernal Affairs' be released and break box office records!"

"Yes, we want to break box office records."

"come on!!"

On Labor Day, everyone slept in until they naturally woke up.

After all, it's a rare holiday.

Sleep a little longer is better than nothing.

After waking up, some netizens opened Maoyan Taobao Tickets.

They wanted to go to the cinema to watch a movie.

The most anticipated film is Song Hao's "Infernal Affairs".

The first screening of "Infernal Affairs" was at 10 a.m.

There are not many reviews online yet.

Some of Song Hao's loyal fans tidied themselves up, bought movie tickets, and went to the cinema to support him.

Some casual viewers are waiting to see what the online reviews say before making a decision.

These viewers weren't against Song Hao's films; they had seen "The Wandering Earth" and "Ne Zha".

However, they still choose to be cautious about police and gangster films like this, and watch a round of reviews first.

The same goes for the audiences in Hong Kong.

of course there are exceptions.

Xiao Zhang works in Hong Kong, but is actually from mainland China.

Moreover, he is a loyal fan of Song Hao.

For the past three years, whenever Song Hao makes a movie, he is always there to support him.

It can be said that in the past three years, by analyzing Song Hao's films, Xiao Zhang has become a well-known film critic on the Internet.

Now, Song Hao has directed a police and gangster film.

Xiao Zhang naturally offered his support immediately.

Inside the theater, many audience members were waiting for the movie to start.

As the lights went out.

Once the movie started, everyone immediately put down their phones and watched intently.

The opening scene.

It's all just black screen and white text.

Volume 19 of the Nirvana Sutra.

The sins of the eight great hells are called the Avici Hell.

It is named so because it signifies the uninterrupted suffering of great torment.

At this point, the audience was somewhat confused.

"Is this how you came up with the name 'Infernal Affairs'?"

"I don't quite understand."

"Me too."

"I happen to know that among the many religions in the world that describe hell, Buddhism describes it in the most detail. The hell realm consists of eight major hells, and the most terrifying one is the Avici Hell, where one suffers without interruption, dying and being reborn, dying again and again, in an endless cycle. That is the meaning of the three words 'Infernal Affairs'."

"On the contrary, I think the word 'dao' in 'Infernal Affairs' can also be interpreted as the white path and the black path, because undercover agents walk between the two paths."

It has to be said that this opening line alone has already piqued the audience's curiosity.

This also laid a high-end foundation for the film.

Next, the plot unfolds with specific details imbued with the spirit of the martial arts world.

Tsang Chi-wai, who plays Han Chen, the triad boss, looks at his gang of underlings and says to them, "Alright, I wish you all the best in your careers in the police department!"

Meanwhile, at the police academy.

The principal asked the young man in front of him, "27149, you were here 10 minutes ago. There are some documents on my desk."

Tony Leung, playing a rookie, carefully recalls: "Six portions, four yellow on the left, one red and one white on the right, Principal."

While assessing the rookie Leung Chiu-wai, the camera repeatedly switched to Lau Kin-ming, an undercover agent for the Triads.

"27149, this is a long-term undercover operation. Your records at the police academy will be deleted. Only Superintendent Wong from the Major Crimes Unit and I will know your identity. You have accepted an extremely dangerous mission. Do you understand?"

"clear."

When the plot reached this point, Xiao Zhang, a seasoned film critic, immediately realized what was going on.

This is the beginning of a story where undercover triad members and undercover police officers infiltrate each other!

This beginning was unexpected by many.

The audience was also surprised.

"My goodness, I don't think I've ever seen an opening like this before!!"

"The police and gangster movies I watch always start with robbing banks or houses."

"Yeah, this opening is really exciting, it gives you a feeling of impending crisis."

"It's so cool to switch between two roles while secretly harboring another identity!!"

"Anyway, I think this beginning is really cool."

Only Xiao Zhang knew how shocking this beginning was.

First, the film begins by quoting a line from the Nirvana Sutra, which on the surface appears to explain the origin of the film's title.

But it also hints that the two protagonists walk between the underworld and the legitimate world, constantly undercover and tormented by life.

Using "Infernal Affairs" as the film's title is clearly a profound statement.

These two people, whose identities were not rightfully theirs, lived in an environment akin to an endless hell, constantly fearing that others would expose their true identities.

In this world, what exactly are the principles of living and the principles of being a person?

Entering the Avici Hell means there is no reincarnation, only eternal suffering, but the two protagonists are seeking reincarnation.

One is to pass the police academy entrance exam, determined to fight crime and be a good person.

He comes from a triad background but is not lacking in kindness and principles, and hopes to be a good person.

Two young people who want to be good people, two undercover agents trapped in an inescapable hell.

One is a good person but cannot speak out; the other wants to be a good person but cannot act on it.

They are tormented in the struggle between good and evil, and in the struggle of human nature.

One is a mole infiltrated into the police force, and the other is an undercover agent infiltrated into the gang.

It implies that there is no clear distinction between black and white, and that life is an endless hell, to be experienced through torment.

As a loyal fan of Song Hao, Xiao Zhang is now so excited that he is even breathing rapidly and cannot sit down calmly.

This opening alone was enough to overturn all his perceptions of the police and gangster film genre.

That's absolutely stunning!!

He was eager to write down his insights and post them online immediately.

However, he knew he had to watch the entire movie before he was qualified to give his opinion.

Still excited, Xiao Zhang continued watching the movie.

Soon, the plot of "Infernal Affairs" began to get better and better.

The scene then shifts to a chance encounter between two undercover agents, Chen Yongren and Liu Jianming, at a video store.

The conversation between the two was ordinary.

But in the eyes of the audience, it seemed to remind them of the confrontation on the rooftop in the previous trailer.

"The calmer they are now, the more nervous they will be later."

"Hahaha, just thinking about them meeting on the rooftop later makes me excited."

"I can't wait to see what happens on the rooftop."

Throughout the entire film.

Besides their fondness for the two main characters, viewers also greatly respect Superintendent Wong.

In the storyline, Superintendent Wong is dedicated to fighting crime by triads.

but.

As Inspector Wong fell from mid-air.

Bang.

Superintendent Wong slammed heavily onto the car.

Zhang Hanyu, who plays Superintendent Huang, is lying on the car, with large amounts of blood flowing out.

In the end, he died in the play, filled with resentment and regret.

See this.

The audience was in an uproar.

In the movies, Superintendent Wong is always an important positive character.

But now he's been killed by Han Chen's men.

"My God, they're so daring to film like that!"

"How dare they do such a thing!"

"Superintendent Wong is dead!! What about Chan Wing-yan?"

"The principal is also dead, so that means no one can prove that Chen Yongren is a policeman now."

As expected, Tony Leung's character, Chan Wing-yan, learns of Superintendent Wong's death.

That expression immediately dimmed.

He knew there must be a mole inside.

So, in Liu Jianming's office, they discovered the flaws he had left behind.

Then, a scene that will go down in the history of crime films is about to unfold.

A showdown between two top actors on the rooftop!
However, before the movie even ended, the audience members were already getting restless.

They all took out their phones and shared their opinions on the film on social media platforms such as WeChat Moments, Douyin, and Weibo.

"This is the best crime thriller I've ever seen!!"

"Absolutely the pinnacle of domestic police and gangster films!!!"

"I'll fight anyone who doesn't watch!!!"

Netizens who were still observing became curious: the first screening hadn't even finished, yet there were already comments about "Infernal Affairs" everywhere online.

Are these all paid trolls?!

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