Hu Ge's "Not in Vain" Released - Calls for Audience Support

On September 11th, the Weibo hashtag "#HuGe We Also Need Box Office" surged in popularity. Hu Ge's recent remarks about his new film, "Not in Vain," which has only been in theaters for two days and has grossed 14 million yuan, although somewhat below expectations, have sparked widespread attention and discussion.

During the promotion of his new film in Shanghai, Hu Ge stated, "Not in Vain" may not be an overly commercial film, but we also need box office support. We aspire to showcase the diverse facets of Chinese cinema to a broader audience. If you have a passion for the arts, we hope for your generous support."

The movie "Not in Vain," supervised by renowned director Cao Baoping, tells the story of the down-and-out screenwriter Wen Shan, who finds a new direction in life by writing eulogies for others. Through interactions with different clients, Wen Shan and his clients mutually heal, ultimately discovering their life's purpose.

This film previously competed in the main competition unit of the 25th Shanghai International Film Festival, where director Liu Jiayin won the Best Director award, and Hu Ge received the Golden Goblet Award for Best Actor for his role as Wen Shan. It can be said that "Not in Vain" is a movie that revolves around wordsmiths. In the words of director Liu Jiayin, it is a story about "how to overcome the anxiety of creation, grow, and embrace one's own story." Life is full of ups and downs, but as long as we keep moving forward, we will eventually find companions on the same path.