Out of the Blue Water River

This film (drama)Also known as走出蓝水河，is aMainland ChinaProducerbeauty live，At2003Released in year 。The dialogue language isMandarin/ Chinese，Current Douban rating7.3(For reference only)。

"Out of the Blue Water River" tells the story of the survival state of people and society in a specific historical context in China, spanning different historical periods from the Republic of China to the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. It unfolds gracefully, with a deep and nuanced meaning that conveys the essence of human concern. The renowned director Chen Jialin, who has directed films such as "Nurhaci," "Emperor Taizong of Tang," "Taiping Heavenly Kingdom," and "Kangxi Empire," serves as the chief director of this drama. After reading the script, Chen Jialin was very excited, stating, "This drama has a strong narrative with prominent characters; it is a rare good work in recent years. If well-produced, it can fundamentally change the current state of television dramas and is of pioneering significance." Chen's experience in filming historical dramas and his ability to grasp the overall style of a work are unquestionable. He intends to structure "Out of the Blue Water River" in an epic narrative style intertwined with lyrical elements, emphasizing a profound, grand, and masculine tone alongside classical romantic sentiments. Young director Pingjiang Suojin has taken on the role of director. As a famous painter and art critic, Pingjiang has his own creative ideals—he emphasizes the reproduction of "truth, goodness, and beauty," focusing on the soul’s direction in art, thus infusing a rich Chinese literati color into the work’s purpose. All scenes in this film use real locations, abandoning studio models; the styling, costumes, colors, props, lighting, and even character names are extended to symbolize typical exaggerated artistic techniques for depiction and reconstruction. All the characters' paintings and calligraphy in the scenes are genuine artifacts, emphasizing the age and imagination of the work. The shooting method is delicate and full of grandeur, fully expressing the film's profound sense of flawed beauty. In the often mediocre film and television industry, this effort seems to be painstaking. Hongxin Culture, along with its nascent "Out of the Blue Water River," vows to be the black horse that breaks through confusion. The cast of this drama is strong and uplifting, with renowned performing artists Siqin Gaowa and Li Jianqun playing the roles of the mother camel and Yu Mei in the Ouyang family, rekindling the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship reminiscent of "Kangxi Empire." Born on the grasslands, Siqin Gaowa exudes simplicity without the flamboyance of "Wasteland Hero's Path" or the roughness of "Mongolians." On the contrary, she is unpretentious and magnanimous, embodying a strong maternal warmth. From "Camel Xiangzi," "Xianghun Woman," "Son of Heaven," "Second-rate Party Member's Mother," and "Sunset at the Forbidden City" to "The Grand Mansion" and "Kangxi Dynasty," Siqin Gaowa has received countless honors as a standout in Chinese cinema. While many of her peers have gradually faded away, she continues to maintain strong creative vitality, frequently releasing excellent works that surprise and delight audiences. The artistic images Siqin Gaowa portrays not only resemble but emphasize spiritual similarity. In "Out of the Blue Water River," her role as the mother camel is an unprecedented feudal female image—hardworking, brave, fiery, yet burdened by brutal inevitability and tragic happiness—illustrating that everyone is but a grain of sand in the vast ocean; through her performance, she imparts inspiration, validation, and a baptismal experience. Li Jianqun, a talented costume designer with a reputation for her skills in costume creation, has also excelled in acting. In "Kangxi Empire," she played Consort Rong, a loyal follower of Emperor Kangxi, facing a tumultuous fate while being kind and wise, making her a brilliant gem among classical female figures in Chinese literature. With roles as Xu Cailin in "Wu Zetian," Su San Niang in "Taiping Heavenly Kingdom," Meizang Heiyun in "Helan Xue," and Qin's wife in "Diao Chan," Li Jianqun has focused and clarified her career path until she crossed paths with the "Out of the Blue Water River" crew. The original wife of Ouyang's eldest son, Yu Mei is a typical tragic figure under the feudal system—fragile yet burdened, filled with longing for a better life, resembling Consort Rong in some ways. Li Jianqun's role in this production may be a coincidence, or perhaps due to Chen Jialin and Pingjiang Suojin recognizing her enduring and poignant appearance as well as her character of understanding righteousness. Additionally, Li Jianqun has served as the costume designer for this drama. Skilled and clever, she is proficient in design, tailoring, dyeing, and aging techniques, successfully completing costume tasks for several major productions such as "Taiping Heavenly Kingdom," "Kangxi Empire," and "Diao Chan." She will continue to showcase her talent in "Out of the Blue Water River." Other notable cast members include film and television stars Ma Qianshan, Qiangzi, and Dai Rao, among others. Ma Qianshan, a graduate of the Vocal Department of the China Conservatory of Music, plays the role of Pearl, the third-generation lady of the Ouyang family—a bold woman unafraid of power and daringly pursuing love. Ma Qianshan gained fame for "Light Dance" in "The First Intimate Contact" and is a gifted artist; the theme song and ending song of "Soul Broken at Qin Huai," which she starred in, are also her masterpieces. The theme song of "The First Intimate Contact" was also sung by her, and she will release her first personal album at the end of 2002. Characters like Light Dance and Liu Rushi are ethereal beings, while Pearl represents a splash of brightness buried in the earth, making it a challenge for Ma Qianshan to navigate the contrast of such roles and craft another type of character narrative. Throughout the drama, Ouyang Lan is a character with a very complex personality and a background history shrouded in darkness. Given the difficulty of constructing this character, the investors and creators have carefully selected the perfect candidate, with Tan Yang emerging after a mysterious wait. A graduate of the Shanghai Theatre Academy's acting department, Tan Yang has left a deep impression in productions such as "Dream of the Republic" and "Inside and Outside the Siege." Recently, he finished filming "Qingyi," where he acted alongside Xu Fan, portraying the Peking opera artist Qiao Bingzhang, a character with a multi-faceted personality across eras, skillfully handled by Tan Yang, who has a background in opera. If the grandeur of the northern land nurtured the unruly and noble Qiao Bingzhang, the heavy and distant atmosphere of "Out of the Blue Water River" will provide Ouyang Lan with a blend of solitude and passion. Dai Rao, who just wrapped up playing in the drama "New Beijingers," expressed her strong affection for the character Xu Ying while discussing creative ideas with the producer and director. Living in turbulent times, Xu Ying can be considered a typical Chinese folk woman of the old era who is courageous in love and hate, striking a balance of softness and strength. Having debuted for eight years, Dai Rao has garnered the crown of the China Youth Singer Television Grand Prix, and her well-known song "Things in Stories" in "Prime Minister Liu Luoguo" was a duet. She is known for her proficiency in singing ending songs for film and television. In recent years, with albums and personal concerts like "Heart Soaring" and "Thoughts Like Tides," she has developed overseas markets, including Japan and Taiwan. After accumulating performance experience in productions like "Empress Dowager Cixi's Journey West," "Kangxi's Disguised Visit," and "Joyful Dance," Dai Rao looks forward to a new character transformation. The other leading female role in this drama, Chen Xi, is a junior student at the Central Academy of Drama, and it is believed that she will stand out on such a platform with an impressive cast. Furthermore, the "Out of the Blue Water River" crew will introduce a group of professionally excellent newcomers from schools to take on major roles in the play. This production has also received strong support from numerous experts and scholars in the arts; Mr. Shen Peng, president of the China Calligraphers Association, personally inscribed the title for the film. This story, rich in human kindness, presents life as we care about it through its cultural understanding and its profound texture, allowing for a natural exchange with friends."