International media reported that the new movie titled "Gold Mountain" is scheduled to start filming in April in California (USA), with the participation of Zhang Ziyi and Chen Falai.
The "reunification of the century" of Ang Lee and Zhang Ziyi is considered one of the most notable news in the film industry recently.
The film is adapted from the novel "Kim Son Dich Thanh Sac" by Chinese writer Truong Than Cuc, set at the end of the gold mining craze in the US in the 19th century. The story revolves around two Chinese orphans who migrate, struggle to survive and seek opportunities in the harsh Far West.
After quietly postponing the filming schedule last year to qualify for the next tax incentive review of California, the film production process is being accelerated. It is expected that "Gold Mountain" will cost more than 30 million USD for filming in California.
This is not only the time Ly An continues to deeply explore the topic of immigration and survival after "The Life of Pi", but is also considered an important step to help Zhang Ziyi return strongly to the international market.
The crew behind it also makes experts admire. The film stars filmmaker Emmanuel Lubezki, who has won 3 Oscars; along with Korean-American screenwriter Jung Han Sol, who wrote the script for the hit series "Pachinko".
Chinese media assessed that with a reputable production team, the quality of the film is almost guaranteed from the beginning.
Looking back at 2000, "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon" directed by Ang Lee not only swept international awards but also brought the image of "Jade Kieu Long" by Zhang Ziyi globally, opening up a brilliant international career for her.
According to Sohu, after 25 years, from the Eastern bamboo forest to the western desert, this collaboration has gone far beyond the meaning of a normal film project, and become a symbol of "restarting the cinematic memory of a whole era".
In recent years, Zhang Ziyi has continued to affirm her acting ability through the movie "Tương viên lộng: Huyền án", winning many nominations and major awards. This reunion with Li An is considered a clear sign for her strong return to Hollywood.
Some critics frankly commented: "This is not just a cooperation, but a global declaration. The "International Chapter" has really returned".
