La città proibita: Gabriele Mainetti, Yaxi Liu | Andiamo al cinema 01

🔥 Gabriele Mainetti's great return to directing is tinged with martial arts, Eastern culture, and pure action! In this historic first episode of Andiamo al cinema, the director and the talented Yaxi Liu sit down with Roberto Recchioni to reveal all the behind-the-scenes details and production secrets behind the making of The Forbidden City. 🎬 An up-close and personal journey into the dynamics of an internationally renowned set, exploring the evolution of choreography, childhood legends associated with Bruce Lee, the overcoming of challenges, and the physical management of a work created to conquer and amaze the big screen. When crafting a memorable action sequence, do you consider the pinpoint choreographic rigor of the fights or the pure visual spectacle of the direction to be more important? Tell us in the comments! 👇 🎥 LET'S GO TO THE CINEMA is Screenweek's video podcast dedicated to the stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and visions that light up movie theaters. Roberto Recchioni talks with the greats of contemporary cinema, discussing geek passions, unpublished anecdotes, and in-depth analysis. 🔴 Don't miss upcoming appointments with the hottest directors and talent: subscribe to the channel and activate the notification bell! 🔔 ⏱️ YouTube Chapters 00:00 🎬 Opening Theme & Introduction 02:15 🏮 The Charm of The Forbidden City 05:40 🎥 Mainetti and the Passion for Wushu 09:15 🥋 Choreography and Martial Arts on Set 13:10 🎭 The Cast and Talent Management 17:30 🎨 Aesthetics, Colors, and Epic Costumes 21:45 ⚔️ The Myth of Bruce Lee and Hong Kong 25:20 🇮🇹 Producing Great Action in Italy 29:50 🧠 Blending Action and Roman Authenticity 34:15 🍿 The Audience's Verdict 37:30 🔚 Final Greetings and Behind-the-Scenes #aac #filmtosee #GabrieleMainetti #YaxiLiu #LaCittaForibita ____________________ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL https://youtube.com/@screenweektv?fea... FOLLOW ScreenWEEK, YOUR EYE ON THE WORLD OF CINEMA INSTAGRAM -   / screenweek   TIK TOK - tiktok.com/@screenweek?_t=8WE3MHgISVa&_r=1 FACEBOOK - facebook.com/ScreenWEEK X - twitter.com/Screenweek BLOG - https://blog.screenweek.it/ Produced by Brad&K Productions _______