https://weibo.com/6721698293/OoLqy8Jg8?refer_flag=1001030103_
For the 3-second water scene, Deng Wei got so cold that his lips turned purple. After this scene, he was seen limping again, likely re-injuring his leg.
For the 3-second death scene, and the overall few minutes of bad CGI, Deng Wei filmed for three days in the heat and almost passed out. Even when most of the crew left, he stayed late to film that scene. They couldn't even bother to CGI in his tails?? Give him some close ups?
I believe all actors are hard workers, so Deng wei isn't an exception, but I just wished their efforts deserve to be shown, especially if the footage exists, doesn't exceed the episode limit, and fits within the budget. I understand that cutting and editing scenes are normal parts of post-production, but when it's done to the point that it makes the show seem choppy and intentional, it's really disappointing for the crew behind the scenes—the stylists, makeup artists, and others who put in a lot of effort. It's also disheartening for the actors who give their all and for the audience.
It's crazy the BTS is more interesting and have better angles than the actual feature film lol
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Also, the ending was a bit disappointing. I wish we got to see a final epic scene with XY and Jing. Even their wedding felt rushed and it annoyed me that their wedding somehow became Cang Xuan focused - he had more screen time than the groom lolol. We also didn't get to see Jing and XY married life - give us something T_T