Chapter 419: When the Interview Takes Place
Han Li, who was originally a little afraid of interviews, gradually relaxed under Zhao Xi's slow guidance. From this point, it is not difficult to see that Zhao Xi's hosting skills are still very good.
At first, I just asked Han Li some more relaxed topics, and then slowly deepened. Although Han Li also knows this routine, he has to say that he is still quite comfortable chatting like this.
"Zhige, why did you come up with such a pen name in the first place?" Zhao Xi asked at Han Li. Because his identity cannot be revealed, this interview is still called by the pen name Zhi Ge.
Of course, there's nothing wrong with that. Whether it is his work or the signature in the animation work, this name is also used.
Han Li replied with a smile: "Actually, this name also came up by chance, I am a military fan, and I usually like some military themes and military culture."
Because of this hobby, I usually browse more military publications and related news. In the beginning, we were definitely concerned about weapons and equipment, and then gradually we began to understand some soldiers and some wars.
But when you get to know more and more, you will find that behind every powerful weapon, there is blood stained on the back.
So when you really understand the military and understand these wars, you will realize how precious peace is.
That's why I came up with this name at the beginning of my book. It means that the world will stop fighting and calm the war, and this is also my consistent wish. ”
"Well, it's a very good wish, and in our ancient times, there were allusions to turning hostility into jade silk. I also hope that one day, I will really be able to stop fighting in the world and turn hostilities into friendship. ”
Zhao Xi praised with a smile, and then continued: "So we also saw that whether it is yours or your cartoons, they all have a strong military color."
I know that in the current network, the military genre is not a particularly likable subject. And as far as cartoons are concerned, it seems that the market for the military genre is also very small.
So what are you thinking about writing this kind of cartoon and making this kind of cartoon? ”
Han Li thought for a moment, and then said: "First of all, it must be interest, and I will do this when I have interest."
In addition, I am also more optimistic about the development prospects of military themes, especially modern military themes.
At present, there is a lack of film and television dramas in China that have not paid attention to this aspect of the theme, and we may be able to seize the opportunity if we enter early. ”
"Then some people here may ask, don't you think that cartoons, which are more light-hearted and enjoyable, will conflict with such a serious theme as military war?
Moreover, military themes are often full of some exposed and bloody content, which is not suitable for teenagers and children to watch in cartoons. Zhao Xi asked again, and the question was very sharp, straight to the point.
In this regard, Han Li, who had been prepared for a long time, shook his head and said, "No, I don't think so.
First of all, I think the audience has to understand a concept, that is, cartoons are not exclusive to teenagers and children, nor are they specially invented for teenagers and children.
In cartoons, there are also many types, or levels. For example, children's cartoons, teen cartoons, and adults, which is what we call eighteen forbidden cartoons.
And the cartoons we make basically belong to the last kind of eighteen forbidden cartoons, that is, children under the age of eighteen are prohibited from watching.
In this regard, we have clearly marked it in a prominent position in the opening credits.
Of course, we're not all making these kinds of cartoons. For example, the "Rabbit" we created, it is also a military-themed cartoon, but its adaptation can be reduced to the range of teenagers.
In addition, military movies are not only bloody and violent, in fact, he is also full of blood and patriotism. When we were children, the patriotic education we received, in addition to the textbooks and teachers taught, the rest was heard and seen in some old war movies.
Some of these attractions are war movies that I still remember vividly. Such as "Tunnel Warfare", "Mine Warfare", "Southern Expedition and Northern War", and "Dedicate Everything to the Party". At that time, we were full of blood, and we couldn't wait to transform into the heroes in it.
What we play the most is to fight on horseback, and what we yearn for the most is to be soldiers when we grow up. Become a very envious soldier of the People's Liberation Army, pick up a steel gun, and defend the motherland. ”
"That's right, when I was a child, I also loved to watch old movies such as "***" and "Red Detachment of Women".
"But have you ever wondered whether the times are different now, and whether our previous concepts can still adapt to the development of today's times.
Especially now that the children are only children, they all grew up with golden spoons. Will your films be popular with them? Zhao Xi said at Han Li.
Han Li heard Zhao Xi's words, then took a sip of water and said, "That's right, this era is different now, but I think some things can change with the times, and some things can't change." Such as patriotism, such as integrity, such as positivity, etc.
Of course, on the basis of these unchanged foundations, we must also adapt to the development of the times and make some content that can be accepted by the majority of young people.
In fact, some of the cartoons we have made in the past two years have received quite well in the market. I think this is not only a recognition of our production level by the majority of young people, but also a recognition of these things that we insist on. ”
"You're so modest, and the few cartoons you've made are very popular among young people."
Zhao Xi praised Han Li, and then changed his words and said, "I noticed that you just talked about the content, not the cartoon." Does this mean that you will have to get involved in other fields besides anime in the future? ”
Han Li smiled slightly when he heard this: "I think this era is developing, and our team is also developing and improving. So all I can say is that we have to do our job first and live up to the expectations of the fans who care about us.
Of course, we're still trying to do that. For example, we have set up our own film and television post-production and special effects studio, and have begun to provide post-production technical support for some domestic TV dramas and films.
In addition, we also have a lot of good IP resources in our hands, and I think the audience is also looking forward to adapting these IPs into movies, TV series, or other forms of dramas. ”
"It seems that you already have a very complete plan for the future development direction, so I won't ask about this anymore. What do you think about domestic cartoons and some of its future developments? Zhao Xi threw out another bombshell question.