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2026.09.07 15:07 GMT+8

Director Wen Muye's two magic words connect with international cast

Updated 2026.09.07 15:07 GMT+8
World Insight with Tian Wei

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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