The new film 'Jiangyuan Lane' starring award-winning actress Zhang Ziyi and directed by renowned filmmaker Peter Chan has sparked ongoing discussions since its inception. The film is adapted from one of the four major mysteries during the Republic of China era, the 'Jiangyuan Lane Murder Case'. In addition to Zhang Ziyi's strong comeback, top-tier actors including Yi Yangqianxi, Lei Jiayin, Li Xian, Zhao Liying, and Yang Mi also share the screen, heightening anticipation. Recently, the movie released its latest poster and officially announced it will be the opening film for the 'Shanghai International Film Festival'.
What has most caught the public's attention is the decision by the production team to release the film in two parts. The first part is titled 'Jiangyuan Lane: The Suspense Case', while the name and release date of the second part have not been announced yet. Peter Chan personally explained the reason for this two-part release, stating: 'The storyline is complex, with numerous characters and a large historical span, making it difficult to present comprehensively in a single film.' Therefore, after multiple discussions with his team, he decided to present it in two parts, admitting that this is a 'big gamble'.
The announcement immediately sparked debate online. Some are concerned that the viewing experience will be fragmented, asking 'Isn’t it risky to split a suspense film into two parts, fearing the atmosphere might be disrupted?' and 'Can the box office hold up?' Other netizens criticized it as 'making two films at once to earn revenue twice'. However, some audience members expressed support, believing that the two-part format can retain more plot details, which is a significant plus for viewers who value story tension.
What has most caught the public's attention is the decision by the production team to release the film in two parts. The first part is titled 'Jiangyuan Lane: The Suspense Case', while the name and release date of the second part have not been announced yet. Peter Chan personally explained the reason for this two-part release, stating: 'The storyline is complex, with numerous characters and a large historical span, making it difficult to present comprehensively in a single film.' Therefore, after multiple discussions with his team, he decided to present it in two parts, admitting that this is a 'big gamble'.
The announcement immediately sparked debate online. Some are concerned that the viewing experience will be fragmented, asking 'Isn’t it risky to split a suspense film into two parts, fearing the atmosphere might be disrupted?' and 'Can the box office hold up?' Other netizens criticized it as 'making two films at once to earn revenue twice'. However, some audience members expressed support, believing that the two-part format can retain more plot details, which is a significant plus for viewers who value story tension.