Xú Zhēng is caught in the controversy of ＂consumption suffering＂, and its sincere response is thought-provoking!

Recently, Xu Zheng, a well-known actor, was involved in the whirlpool of public opinion because his new work was accused by the public of suffering in the consumer society, and a stone stirred up a thousand waves. This is not only about personal reputation, but also a torture of the creative bottom line of the entire entertainment industry. We can’t help asking: What is the boundary between art and reality? How should creators balance truth and respect?

Looking back on the events, a discussion about the artistic expression and moral boundary of movies has heated up rapidly. In the spotlight of that press conference, Xú Zhēng faced the camera, instead of avoiding it, he chose to respond positively. His voice is calm and firm: "Art comes from life, higher than life, and our intention is to extract hope from suffering, not to consume pain." Between the lines, it reveals the determination to dig deep into the works and the persistence in social care.

The public’s reaction is like a kaleidoscope. Some people support Xú Zhēng and think that artistic creation should be boldly explored and touch social pain points; Others criticized it for ignoring the feelings of the victims and simplifying the tragedy into a catalyst for the box office. This debate reflects the complex mentality of society about the suffering phenomenon of entertainment consumption.

At a deeper level, the frequent occurrence of’ consumption suffering’ in the entertainment industry is not only a sign of lack of creativity, but also an alarm for the deviation of value orientation. In the era of traffic first, how to find a balance between business success and social responsibility has become a subject that every creator must face. Through Xú Zhēng’s previous works, such as Dying to Survive, we can see the positive energy and social care that he tried to convey, but this controversy undoubtedly put forward higher requirements: how to tell the suffering without whitewashing or over-exaggerating, but based on compassion and responsibility?

Sociologists and cultural critics have joined the discussion, pointing out that behind the fast-paced entertainment consumption is the eternal pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty by the public. The social responsibility of film and television creators should not be limited to providing entertainment, but also to lead positive values and promote social empathy and understanding.

To sum up, Xú Zhēng’s response is a call for the creator to reflect on himself. It reminds us that in this era of information explosion, every work is a mirror of society. We look forward to the future. While pursuing profits, the entertainment industry will not forget its original intention and make art a bridge to connect people’s hearts and promote social progress, rather than a tool for consumption pain. This is not only the expectation for Xú Zhēng, but also the common expectation for all film and television workers.

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