The film Zhu Xian is adapted from Ding Xiao's novel of the same name. The original work is one of the "Bibles of Xian Xia's Novels" in the minds of many young people in China. As the hero of the story, Zhang Xiaofan's casting has always attracted much attention.
Director Cheng Xiaodong revealed the reasons for casting in the previous interview. Sean's unpretentious temperament complements the ordinary and kind setting in the original Zhang Xiaofan: "Zhang Xiaofan is very important in this film. When I first saw Xiao Zhanshi, my eyes lit up and I thought he was very suitable for this role. "
In Sean's view, it's the first time to get an electric shock on the big screen as an actor. This film tells the history of Zhang Xiaofan's struggle. Because Zhu Xian has seen the original work before, he agrees with the director Cheng Xiaodong's idea of Zhang Xiaofan, a simple, simple and kind child, which fits his own personality very well.
The theme of "Zhu Xian Me" and the word "Zhu Xian", including the novel and the whole film team, attracted Sean to participate in the filming.
Sean, who has shot many costume dramas, thinks that the biggest difference between Zhu Xian I and other dramas may be that its modeling is more realistic and more cinematic.
He shared the details of makeup. Some small freckles were sprinkled on his face with paint, which made him feel like living in the mountains. Among many styles, he likes rags best. "It has that feeling and wandering feeling."
Cheng Xiaodong, a serious and stern director, sometimes makes people feel scared on the set, while Sean Xiao sees the director's lovely side.
He broke the news that the director likes sweets very much. When there is no chance to go back to work in the city, Sean will bring some candy and bread to the director, and then the director will be very happy. There will always be all kinds of food in the director's trailer, including spaghetti, pizza, bread and fruit. However, this strict and responsible director also benefited Sean Lott Jr. in controlling the camera and rhythm.