The evolution of Zhang Yimou's commercial films spans three distinct stages:an early phase marked by low-budget productions,a mid-phase characterised by large-scale productions and visual spectacles,and a later phase marked by the integration of art and commerce in'pseudo-commercial films'.Zhang Yimou's focus on the commercial and artistic values of his films shifts across different creative stages.These shifts reflect not only the evolution of Zhang Yimou's personal artistic vision and creative mindset,but also illustrate the influence exerted by social context,audience preferences,and cultural zeitgeist on Zhang's creative output.
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