Wu Qihua's version of Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre and Alec Su's version of Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre, which version is closer to the original?

There were many differences between Alec Su's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre and the original. The following were some of the main differences: 1. Character setting: The characters and background descriptions of Fearless, Zhou Zhiruo, Zhang Cuishan, and others in the original work were more detailed. However, the characters in the Su version were simplified and adjusted. 2. Plot arrangement: The original plot is more compact and dramatic, while the Alec Su version is relatively more relaxed and humorous. 3. Extinction and modification: There are many plots and details in the original work, including some important conversations and scenes. On the basis of retaining the basic plot of the original work, Alec Su has deleted and modified some of the contents. 4. Actor selection: The original cast was more powerful, including Huang Rihua, Li Zi, Zhou Haimei and other classic actors. Su Alec's version mainly chose young actors such as Wu Zhenyu and Zhou Yong. 5. Setting: The original version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre is beautifully set up, while the Su version is relatively simplified and lacks the artistic conception and atmosphere of the original. In short, although Alec Su's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre had some innovation in production and adaptation, there were still many differences compared to the original.

Alec Su's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was filmed in 1993.

The plot of Wu Qihua's Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was as follows: [The first episode: Zhang Wuji was framed by Zhou Zhiruo and left the Central Plains to Mount Emei in search of Abbess Annihilation.] Mistress Annihilation told him that he had to complete the secrets of Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Saber to become a true expert in the martial arts world. Zhang Wuji decided to accept the mission and met Zhao Min, a nun from Mount Emei. [Second episode: Zhang Wuji meets Zhou Zhiruo's cousin, Yin Li, on Mount Emei. They fall in love.] However, Zhou Zhiruo had a deep hatred for Zhang Wuji because she knew that Zhang Wuji was Zhao Min's ex-boyfriend. She tried to trick Zhang Wuji to make him lose his feelings for Zhao Min but was seen through by Zhang Wuji. Zhang Wuji and Zhao Min meet in the Central Plains. The two decide to search for Heavenly Sword and Dragon Saber together. They encountered various sects in the martial arts world and experienced many dangers and challenges. In the end, they managed to find Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Saber, but they also faced a greater threat. In order to obtain Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Saber, Zhang Wuji and Zhao Min must face challenges from various martial arts masters. They had experienced many battles and tests, and finally defeated all their enemies to obtain the secrets of Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Saber. Zhang Wuji and Zhao Min become the real masters of the martial arts world, but they also realize that they must protect the people they love and care about. They decided to leave the Central Plains to start a new life and protect the world from evil forces.

Su Youpeng's version of 'The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre' was a martial arts TV series that first aired in 1982. The drama was directed by Su Youpeng and starred in Zhang Wuji, Zhou Zhiruo, Zhao Min, etc. The drama told the story of Zhang Wuji fighting with the major martial arts sects for the Heavenly Sword and Dragon Saber during his growth. In Su Youpeng's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre, the characters and plot were well presented and loved by the audience.

Su Youpeng's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was a Chinese web novel that was first published online in 2000. The story described the grudges between Zhang Wuji, Zhou Zhiruo, Zhao Min, and others at the end of the Ming Dynasty. Compared with the usual version, Su Youpeng's version had a lot of innovation in the storyline and character. It was considered an excellent online literature work. Su Youpeng's version of Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre added a lot of suspense and horror elements to the story, making the story even more fascinating. At the same time, Youpeng Su's version was more detailed in the character creation. The character descriptions of Zhou Zhiruo, Zhao Min, and other main characters were more in-depth so that readers could empathize with them more. Su Youpeng's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was also praised by readers as a classic work of Chinese online literature.

Alec Su's Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was a classic martial arts novel. It told the story of Zhang Wuji, the son of the Shaolin Temple Master in the late Ming Dynasty, Zhou Zhiruo, a female disciple of the Emei Sect, Zhang Sanfeng, a disciple of the Wudang Sect, and the leader of the Ming Cult, Zhang Cult Master. [The first episode: Zhang Wuji and the others came to Mount Emei to find Zhou Zhiruo's father, Zhou Botong, and learned that Zhou Zhiruo was wrongly imprisoned.] In prison, Zhou Zhiruo confessed to Zhang Wuji. Zhang Wuji rejected her but decided to help her out of her predicament. The second episode: Zhang Wuji and the others came to the Ming Cult but were mistaken for the government's subordinates. When Zhang Wuji reunited with Zhou Zhiruo, Zhang Sanfeng, and the others in the Ming Cult, Zhou Zhiruo also expressed her feelings to him. "Third episode: Zhang Wuji and the others learned that Zhou Zhiruo's father, Zhou Botong, was killed by the government and decided to go to Beijing to pursue the murderer. On the way, they met a mysterious woman and set off on an adventure together. Zhang Wuji and the others met a woman named Zhao Min in Beijing. She was an expert in the Ming Cult and had a past with Zhou Zhiruo. Zhao Min had strong feelings for Zhang Wuji, but Zhang Wuji kept his distance from her. Chapter 5: Zhang Wuji and the others encounter an intense battle in the process of chasing the murderer. In the end, the murderer was defeated by Zhang Sanfeng, but they discovered a bigger conspiracy. Chapter 6: Zhang Wuji and the others decide to leave Beijing and head to the Central Plains to find the mystery of Zhang Wuji's birth. In the Central Plains, they met many like-minded people and experienced many dangers and challenges. In the end, Zhang Wuji finally found the mystery of his birth and understood the relationship between Zhou Zhiruo and Zhao Min. He decided to join hands with Zhou Zhiruo and Zhao Min to defend against the foreign enemies and maintain the peace of the martial arts world.

Alec Su's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was considered a successful adaptation of Jin Yong's novel. Although there were some differences in the story plot and character image from the original, it was recognized by the majority of readers. During the adaptation process, the director and screenwriter respected the spiritual core and character image of the original work, but also added some original elements to make the whole TV series more lively and interesting. For example, many special effects and action scenes were added to the TV series to make the characters more vivid and the plot more compact. Of course, everyone's reading experience and aesthetic standards were different, and they had different views on whether the TV series was loyal to the original. But generally speaking, as an adapted work, it has been innovative and adapted on the basis of the original work and has been recognized by the majority of readers.

The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was one of Mr. Jin Yong's representative works. Wu Qihua's version of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre was also one of the most popular television dramas. Wu Qihua's version of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre TV series could now be found on some video websites or TV series channels. For example, in the mainland of China, one could search for " The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre Wu Qihua " or " Wu Qihua's version of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre " on video websites to find related TV series to watch. In addition, on some large online reading platforms such as Qidian Chinese Network and Zongheng Chinese Network, one could also find Wu Qihua's version of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre novel to read.

The scene of Zhang Wuji growing up had appeared in different online novels and TV series, but the one closest to the original was the animated version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre. In the animated version of " The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre ", Zhang Wuji grew up in a garden called " Cuiwei Residence ". This garden was the center of Ming Cult and also the place where Zhang Wuji, Zhou Zhiruo, Zhao Min, and the others grew up. The architectural style of the garden in the animated version was similar to the original, including ponds, pavilions, gardens, and so on. In addition, the animated version also added some plots that were not in the original work, such as the wedding of Zhang Wuji and Zhou Zhiruo, as well as the encounter between Zhang Wuji and Zhao Min, making the entire scene closer to the original work. Although the scenes in which Zhang Wuji grew up were different in different versions, the animated version of "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre" did a very good job in restoring the original plot and scenes. It was the closest to the original.

I can't give a definite answer because this question involves many factors such as personal preferences, historical background, technical level, and so on. Although Alec Su's and Alyssa Jia's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre had been adapted and enhanced on the basis of the original work to make it more in line with the audience's taste and market demand, it was not perfect and still needed to be improved in some aspects. In terms of literary value, different versions and adaptation methods would affect the quality and value of the novel. Therefore, different people would have different views on whether they could not be surpassed. From the perspective of TV series production, each version has its own unique advantages and disadvantages. Some versions may be more popular, while others may be criticized. Therefore, he could not give a definite answer. All in all, Alec Su and Alyssa Jia's version of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre had achieved some success in adaptation and production, but it was not impossible to surpass.