Here's the translation of the given content into English: "Star Wars of Stephen Chow"

Author: Dou Xinping
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Publish Date: 2004-12-01
Features: Some say there are only two kinds of movies in the world—one with Stephen Chow and the other without him. The person who said this must be a super fan of Stephen Chow, and his influence on Hong Kong cinema is undeniable. The author of this book, Dou Xinping, is a scholar of film art. By discussing Stephen Chow as a topic and organizing his artistic practices, he showcases and explores a cultural phenomenon. Gathering and organizing materials, conducting interviews and filming in different locations, the author spent three years to create this book, The Legend of Stephen Chow. It records the sweet and sour experiences of Stephen Chow since entering the entertainment industry, naturally including some explosive revelations. How did he go from being a children's program host to a background actor, and then from a "runner" to today's superstar? The book also mentions that he knew Tony Leung Chiu-wai since middle school. Back then, they rushed to see a play and their bicycles collided, which led to them becoming friends and eventually both enrolling in the acting training class. I always thought Stephen Chow in his interviews on TV was vastly different from the person I imagined. On screen, he was either witty and quick-witted or eccentric and playful, but off-screen, he was so quiet and reserved, even somewhat slow to respond. Which state is more like him? Find the answer in the book! The Legend of Stephen Chow uses a wealth of little-known materials to depict the arduous journey of Stephen Chow from a "Bruce Lee movie fan" to the leading figure in Hong Kong comedy films. It not only records the filming process of each of his important movies but also portrays the lesser-known aspects of Stephen Chow's life. Moreover, it includes his attitude toward life and his insightful remarks, making this book a complete record of Stephen Chow's film career. The book is accompanied by 200 stunning photographs, making it rich in visuals and highly collectible. Renowned director Zhang Zi Yang wrote the preface for the book, stating: "Regardless of the size of his roles, Stephen Chow's character portrayals reveal his efforts and pursuit. From imperial affairs to the lives of common people, from bustling streets to humble taverns, his works depict nothing but the daily lives of ordinary folk, much like unrolling a scroll of Along the River During the Qingming Festival."