A NetEase reporter asked: "Director Zhang, I don't quite understand this movie. Well, not that I don't understand it, but I'm a bit confused. The three colors and three stories represent three directions in the development of the film, which feels very suspenseful."

Zhang Yimou smiled and said, "Then please watch it again and savor this work carefully."

Beijing Daily reporter: "Director Zhang, who is the hero in the film? I think it's not just Nameless, is it?"

Zhang Yimou nodded: "In this movie, there are actually three heroes: Nameless, Sky, and the King of Qin. They are the real heroes. Nameless has unparalleled courage, and he did not kill the King of Qin when he had the ability. He can be called a hero because he did it for the sake of the people."

"Chang Kong, although he had a blood feud with the King of Qin, he put aside his hatred for the sake of the people and persuaded Fei Xue and Wu Ming to stop. He is also a hero."

"Finally, there is the King of Qin. He swept across the six states for the sake of unifying the world and freeing the people from the ravages of war. He is also a hero."

The NetEase reporter nodded, "As expected of a great director, he speaks of the greater good."

Tianjin Daily: "Director Zhang, what are your box office expectations for 'Hero'? After all, it cost nearly 300 million yuan just to make this movie."

Zhang Yimou smiled and said, "Of course, the more the better. I would also like to appeal to everyone here. This is a movie that I have put a lot of effort into. For just 50 yuan, you can experience a movie with the biggest cast in China. The cinematography used is absolutely top-notch, and the actors are all first-class. Please support it. Thank you."

Zhang Yimou bowed deeply to the audience.

The reporters in the audience took photos and shouted that they would definitely promote the movie vigorously.

Penguin reporter: "Director Zhang Yimou, do you have any ideas for your next project?"

Zhang Yimou smiled and said, "I have an idea. I'm planning to make another martial arts film. I didn't get enough of this one, so I'm planning to make another one."

"Is it a martial arts film?"

"Yes, it's still a martial arts film, but this time it's a real martial arts film."

The reporters then visited several of the lead actors, who in turn interviewed Mandy Lieu.

Because someone revealed that Mandy Lieu has already bought a house in Beijing, and asked her if she plans to settle in Beijing long-term, as well as about her relationship with Tony Leung.

Mandy Lieu directly announced two big pieces of news: she and Leung Chiu-wai will now just be ordinary friends; she is also preparing to get married; and those interested are welcome to come and see her. She has also settled in Beijing.

Man's words immediately ignited the discussion at the scene.

Has this clichéd love triangle finally come to an end after all these years?

Preparing to get married, and publicly seeking a husband?!

The reporters in the audience were ecstatic. This was their lucky break! The prize money was huge, and they were already planning their front-page headlines.

Mandy Lieu and Tony Leung broke up and fell into a relationship crisis.

The goddess is seeking a husband; interested men can apply.

After her public feud with Carina Lau failed, Mandy Lieu quietly withdrew from the scene.

...Just a casual write-up and it becomes trending news. Let netizens imagine it all, and they'll think it's a major scoop, something to keep them entertained for months.

...

It was 2 p.m. when the premiere ended.

Zhong Lifang, Chang Jihong, and Huang Bin each gave a 1000 yuan red envelope to the reporters and film critics present. This was the custom; however, most premieres only gave 200 or 300 yuan at most, since it was considered a service fee for inviting people to interview for the program.

Of course, some journalists will pay interviewees; these people are usually public intellectuals.

Public intellectuals are a group of people who emerged in the early days of online media. They are a mix of good and bad, but most are pseudo-public intellectuals, motivated by money and fame.

The transition from print media to online media in the first two decades of the 21st century was a crucial period. From being virtually nonexistent to rapidly occupying the moral high ground online, pseudo-intellectuals relied on the traffic dividend, which is also an important driving force for our country's development over the past forty years of reform and opening up—the demographic dividend.

In an era where traffic is king, 100,000+ views has become a popular label among netizens. On public platforms targeting internet celebrities, fake news and bizarre opinions are mainly written and created by pseudo-intellectuals, creating one peak of netizens' excitement after another.

These are the leaders of keyboard warriors, who take money to do things, specifically targeting and smearing others. However, these people all have their own fan base and are very good at hype, so they are also loved by some mainstream media. After all, even if they are just talking nonsense, they can still make money.