I Forged the Myth of the Ancient Overlords
Chapter 524 - 524 523. Dont forget your original aspiration_1

Chapter 524: 523. Don’t forget your original aspiration_1 Chapter 524: 523. Don’t forget your original aspiration_1 Listening to Lu Ban’s remarks, the audience below exchanged puzzled looks.

Although everyone was well aware that Lu Ban, who normally only posts food and cat photos, was on this kind of program for the promotion of his new film, no one expected that Lu Ban would only talk about the new movie, without taking the bait.

Many people were originally looking forward to some fun, watching Lu Ban spar with these people.

But Lu Ban now?

No, wait, a global simultaneous release during the Spring Festival???

The slightly more informed audience members immediately realized that they might have stumbled upon some big news.

“Let’s not talk about the movie release for now… Hmm? Wait a minute, Director Lu, did you just say your movie is going to be released globally during the Spring Festival?”

The neutral host finally reacted.

“Yes, the Spring Festival slot is the most important period for domestic movies, and my film has never been released during the Spring Festival before. I hope this work will allow everyone to watch it together during family reunions, and to have a festive and lively New Year.”

Lu Ban spoke frankly.

“Festive and lively?”

The host found it a bit unbelievable.

Clearly, “Doomsday” is a disaster movie, bound to feature plenty of apocalyptic, natural and human-caused disasters.

Watching this sort of plot during the festive season, wouldn’t it be somewhat off-putting?

Does the phrase “festive and lively” refer to the heat of volcanic eruptions and the commotion of typhoons passing?

Who would watch this during the New Year celebration?

Meanwhile, the live audience watching this program started whispering to one another, sparking a myriad of discussions.

“Is it really okay to release this during the New Year?”

“The last time Lu Ban said his film was heartwarming, I found it quite depressing. This time’s ‘festive and lively,’ I’m afraid it’s going to be ‘mortally heartbreaking.’

“I get it, Lu Ban wants us to remember safety during the Spring Festival celebrations and be wary of fires and accidents!”

“I strongly suspect that Lu Ban’s movies never play by the book. Those critics who expect him to deliver a disaster film with great special effects but a common story might be in for a surprise.”

“You all don’t understand a damn thing; it’s precisely during the Spring Festival that we should watch these visually and auditorily stunning blockbusters. People rarely go to the cinemas, who would go to watch romantic or comedy flicks?”

Before the entire venue’s discussion could irreversibly shift to Lu Ban’s new movie, the guest skilled in martial arts decided to steer the conversation back on track.

“Speaking of your new movie, Director Lu, I’ve always had a doubt. In all of your past works, you’re the main character who encounters various female characters, whose fates are mostly quite tragic. Does this reflect a subconscious belief that you consider yourself the most important and that all women are merely tools to you?”

The martial-artist guest asked aggressively.

“We all know that a work is a projection of one’s consciousness. Throughout history, many creators have unconsciously infused their thoughts into their works, reflecting their understanding of the world. Yet in your films so far, there has been no story where a woman is the protagonist who overcomes and masters her fate. Does this mean you subconsciously believe that women are unable to control their own destinies?”

Hearing the guest’s words, the neutral host immediately interjected.

“That seems a bit biased. I trust that Director Lu Ban doesn’t think that way, right?”

He looked at Lu Ban.

As for Lu Ban, he hadn’t really been listening closely to what the guest was saying. Sometimes, the more attentively you listen to the other person, the more you realize that there’s no need to listen at all. Many people express their views not to be understood by others, but purely to state their opinions and display their attitude.

He thought for a moment.

“I think it’s better to let the work do the talking. Your questions will be answered after you’ve watched my latest movie ‘Doomsday.’ In this film, I’ve integrated some of my thoughts on the modern social situation and the future’s development. I can give you a few movie tickets for free; you can bring your family and watch it during the Spring Festival!”

Lu Ban felt he was quite generous.

“???”

The guest felt as if they had been insulted.

Why did Lu Ban keep talking about his new movie; was it really that good, that important?

Moreover, Lu Ban wouldn’t directly answer the guest’s questions no matter what, which was frustrating!

Normally, Director Lu either agreed with the guest, allowing them to passionately share their views, or disagreed, prompting the guest to draw from their vast experience to express their perspectives.

But now, it seemed like Lu Ban was steering the conversation.

“So, Director Lu Ban, is your new movie going to explore even more grandiose topics?”

The hosting guest was intrigued.

They knew that no matter what, this show’s topicality and viewership wouldn’t be low now. Getting firsthand information about Director Lu Ban’s new film, as well as hearing him talk about his creative vision, was something not even professional film magazines could easily manage.

“That’s right. In the past, my work mostly focused on the emotions of common people, uncovering the truth, goodness, and beauty within humanity. But this time, my piece will concentrate on the existential crisis of the entire human community, presenting the responses and behaviors of humans as a group when faced with catastrophe through a more grand narrative.”

“???”

Hearing Lu Ban’s words, the audience had even more question marks over their heads.

The truth, goodness, and beauty within humanity?

Do we have a misunderstanding about what “truth, goodness, and beauty” actually mean?

So ruining one or two people wasn’t enough for previous Lu Ban; now he was preparing to doom all of humanity?

“I’m not interested in the destiny of humanity as a whole; I’m just curious if your new film will continue to present the perspective of a male protagonist, with female characters being merely ornaments or objects of protection?”

The guest was persistent.

This drew the displeasure of the audience present.

Everyone just wanted to hear more from Lu Ban about the new film; they really weren’t interested in gender roles in the film.

“Stop talking nonsense and let Director Lu speak!”

“Exactly, we’re here to hear about Director Lu’s new film, not to listen to you creating conflict.”

“This person is so annoying, can they please get off the stage?”

“Director Lu, don’t mind this person, please continue.”

Seeing the audience getting a bit riled up, Lu Ban raised his hand to gesture.

“Everyone, when you watched disaster movies in the past, did you ever feel that even though the catastrophe seemed global, only the protagonist and those close to him were experiencing it, trying to solve the problem, while everyone else, other countries, seemed powerless to stop it?”

“This leads to many movies that appear grand but actually boil down to the trivial issues of a few individuals. The scale becomes smaller, the disasters have special effects but lack depth. What I want to change with this film is that every character in the movie is the protagonist, everyone is on the move for the disaster, working hard, contributing their part.”

“I believe that after everyone watches my new movie, you will definitely have a deeper understanding of the concept of humanity and engage in more profound contemplation.”

“At that time, many of the issues you’re debating now will seem insignificant.”

“So, I hope everyone will go to the cinema with friends and family during the Spring Festival to watch my new movie ‘Doomsday’.”

Lu Ban said.

He called this staying true to his original aspiration.