Name: Director Wen Muye's two magic words connect with international cast
Uploaded: 2026-09-07T15:07:12+08:00
Duration: 2 min 38 s
Description: With an international cast, how did director and screenwriter Wen Muye bridge the language barrier and build a creative connection with his actors?

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The summer hit "Once Upon a Time in the Middle East" remains a box office draw. With an international cast, how did director and screenwriter Wen Muye bridge the language barrier and build a creative connection with his actors? In a recent conversation with CGTN host Tian Wei, Wen reveals that what began with interpreters eventually evolved into a simple "more" or "less" that actors could instantly understand. For him, the best communication between the director and actor is about conveying emotion while connecting on a deeper level.

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