In the realm of action sci-fi films, there exists a finite piece of the proverbial cake, and many directors vie for a slice. Yet, none could surpass the duo of Calvin and Xia Zuo.
Despite their notorious rivalry, the pair would sincerely praise each other's movies when interviewed in public settings.
They were both adversaries and allies.
Fans of science fiction were well aware that Calvin and Xia Zuo were relentless perfectionists. For just a single scene in their movies, they would conduct on-site inspections personally.
Calvin's latest sci-fi venture, set on a planet comprised solely of oceans, had been three years prior.
He had invested in diving gear to explore the seas himself for six months, meticulously crafting the alien creatures that would populate his film.
Their rigorous work ethic resulted in several classic sci-fi films, beloved by fans of the genre.