Not everyone who comes to attend the Japan Academy Awards ceremony is qualified to walk on the red carpet.
Ning Weimin did not have this opportunity to show his face.
He and Keiko Matsumoto separated when they arrived at the venue. Keiko Matsumoto and President Okimoto walked the red carpet together to steal the show.
And he, the director of "Li Xianglan" Yoshitaro Nomura, Akira Kurosawa's screenwriter Shinobu Hashimoto, and the director Akira Kurosawa himself, have been hiding among the guests at the ceremony, watching with a low-key attitude and watching the needs of this night.
The people competing for the awards are very competitive.
Needless to say, after entering the banquet hall, the table for the crew of "The Man on Fire" must be the direction that Ning Weimin and Kurosawa Akira have a tacit understanding of and pay attention to together.
So throughout the entire award ceremony, the old man and the young man were sitting together chatting very intimately as if they were old friends.
"President Ning, could you please describe to me what Fukasaku's face looks like now? Does he still feel good about himself? Is he still looking so proud?"
Kurosawa smiled sarcastically.
It’s just that this great director’s eyes suffer from severe myopia and astigmatism, and it’s said that they were damaged during the filming of the film.
Even when sitting in the banquet hall, he has to wear his signature sunglasses.
So much so that if you want to observe Fukasaku Kinji in the distance, you simply can't.
Then we can only rely on Ning Weimin to observe and report.
"Wonderful, his expression is very wonderful. If I were to describe it, I feel like he was seriously ill or hit his head."
The ridicule on Kurosawa's face became even stronger, "He's acting like this before the award has been announced. It seems that someone should have tipped him off in advance. Anyone who can do such a thing is also a smartass."
People probably think Fukasaku Kinji is still valuable."
"Actually, it doesn't matter. The people who can get together should be the same people anyway. If two selfish and arrogant people get together, what will happen next may be more interesting."
Ning Weimin said sarcastic words, and he really wasn't worried about what would happen in the future.
Time is on his side. In a few years, he is destined to be even stronger.
So when it comes to worrying, it’s still a matter of immediate concern.
"It's just... when the awards are announced, there won't be any problems on the scene, right? Director Kurosawa, I think Fukasaku Kinji is not in the right state. I'm a little worried that that guy is arrogant and is used to doing his own thing. If he finds that his award has been
If you take it away, you might risk making a fuss at all costs. In that case, not only will it hurt Keiko’s dignity, but it will also embarrass the two presidents and the Filmmakers Association..."
"No, don't worry." Kurosawa Akira didn't worry at all, "In the Japanese film industry, no one dares to go against the Film Producers Association. I would rather he get impulsive. If he really makes a fuss
On the spot, then he is completely finished. On the other hand, if he does not want to end his professional life like this, then he must endure unconditionally and respect any results given by the association. Even if he does not get the award he deserves, he should
He is more humble and hopes to prove himself in the future. How can he be angry? It’s the same in every industry, doesn’t it mean he has to prove himself step by step? As a director of the younger generation, what’s wrong with asking him to queue up? Even if he is called
Coming to run with you is also a recognition of your strength! It is already an honor..."
Kurosawa Akira's words relieved Ning Weimin, and they almost touched his heart.
It turns out that bullying in the Japanese film industry can be done openly and righteously, and the strong do not have to worry about the weak at all.
The dangers of Japanese society and the cruelty of Japan's distinct classes opened his eyes.
But think about it, what happened to Kinji Fukasaku now was not what he had done to Keiko Matsumoto without any scruples.
Think about last year, when Matsumoto Keiko was slandered and framed by this guy, and she was angry and helpless, how proud this guy was.
Therefore, Ning Weimin felt very at ease with everything that happened in front of him, even though he knew that it was a bit vulgar to take pleasure in others' misfortune.
But he was not sorry at all for Fukasaku Kinji's miserable situation. This was called repaying him with kindness.
Who can blame this?
Do you want to blame me for being drunk and immoral, and tearing up the country's imperial list?
Shit! Of course he can only blame Fukasaku Kinji himself.
You said you offended my Keiko, but you also offended the Japanese film emperor Akira Kurosawa. Even Toei, who was standing with you at the beginning, now dislikes and hates you.
You have failed too much as a human being. This is full of evil. Isn't this something you asked for?
Originally, I couldn't take away your trophy with my own abilities, but you have made too many enemies, and others don't want you to have an easy time.
Stupid, too stupid, even though Kinji Fukasaku is indeed very talented as a director.
But he also has a very tough personality. This guy is just like Long Aotian in Internet novices. He thinks that because he is talented, he can ignore anyone else and no longer need to consider other people's needs and emotions.
This level of brain damage is simply hopeless.
To work hard is to work hard. If you are not unlucky, who will be unlucky?
After all, it is actually because the Japanese do not have enough foundation in the philosophy of life.
Probably even the story of the Three Arrows is known only to people at the level of the Prime Minister, and it's not very good at telling it.
For example, Abe.
We Chinese people are different. Being kind to others and helping others are things that are taught to children in kindergarten.
Unite all the forces that can be united, and everything must be done with a mass base. This is a truth that even the aunts on the neighborhood committee understand.
Therefore, it is precisely based on this cultural foundation that Ning Weimin did not waste the opportunity to focus all his time and energy on Fukasaku Kinji, the sixth child, but took the initiative to deepen his friendship with Kurosawa Akira.
"Director Kurosawa, I wonder if you have any plans to make a movie recently? The script for Fog Studio's next movie is almost ready. Are you interested in holding a director? Invest two billion yen, or even more.
The heroine is Teresa Deng, and the hero is Zun Long. The theme of the story is a love comedy that breaks down classes, and the film type is a musical musical. It should be a very easy job for you..."
However, before he could finish speaking, Kurosawa declined his thanks.
"Thank you for your consideration, but my vision problems have been very serious recently, and I'm afraid my physical condition is not up to the task."
This result was actually what Ning Weimin had expected.
After all, Akira Kurosawa is Japan's national treasure director and the famous Six Sides Warriors.
The movies he shot can almost be regarded as the ceiling of Asian movies.
Not only does it have a humanistic spirit, ideological and philosophical nature, the chosen subject matter and the way of telling the story are very recognized and sought after by Western directors, but it also has strong market appeal, and the box office is not weak in Japan and overseas.
Every one of Akira Kurosawa's films was in the top ten at the Japanese box office that year, and they have always been of the type where reputation and money take all.
Therefore, even though the film Ning Weimin wants to shoot has a sufficient budget, funds, and manpower, it is definitely a large-scale production.
But it still seems a bit ridiculous to invite such a famous director to make a purely commercial romantic comedy like "Crazy Rich Asians", or a musical that entertains the public.
What's more, the recent performance of Japan's stock market and property market can be described as a rocket jet.
Akira Kurosawa, who cashed in 150 million yen by selling his studio to Matsumoto Keiko, must have made a lot of money. Even ordinary people can make double that. With the IQ of a great director, he can't be too bad.
In short, such an opportunity is tempting to most people, but Kurosawa doesn't need it.
So to be honest, Ning Weimin was just asking. It was normal for him to be rejected. It would be abnormal for Kurosawa to agree.
But then again, this is not a useless effort.
Only with this topic as a foreshadowing can we continue to delve deeper into the following matters.
"That's right, that's really a pity. However, does Director Kurosawa have any suitable candidates you can recommend? If someone you approve of directs, we can give you a more generous remuneration. Of course. If you are willing to spare some
It would be even better if you have time to do supervisory work, you can set the price as you like..."
Ning Weimin made another request without getting discouraged.
But in fact, this is an opportunity for Akira Kurosawa to give a favor and make money easily.
After all, "Crazy Rich Asians" is also a big-budget movie with an investment of up to 15 million US dollars.
Although it is a bit vulgar, except Akira Kurosawa, no Japanese director would miss such an opportunity.
"Don't you already have director Nomura in your factory? His style is very suitable. Do you still need external help?"
Although the Movie Emperor will never lack his subjects who pay homage to him, this favor is ridiculously large.
Kurosawa still couldn't help but wonder why he had such luck, and why Ning Weimin, the capital side, valued him so much.
"Ah, you said Director Nomura, he is indeed very suitable. However, in order to shoot "Li Xianglan", Director Nomura's body was very exhausted. If he shoots this movie again, which also needs to travel around Southeast Asia, I am afraid that Director Nomura will
There will be serious physical problems. So we have no choice but to look for foreign aid. Just kidding, in fact, purely from a personal style perspective, Fukasaku Kinji is quite suitable. It’s just a pity that I just burned two billion yen.
, and I won’t invite him.”
Ning Weimin's sarcasm towards Fukasaku made Kurosawa smile, but he was still getting to the bottom of it.
"What would Director Nomura think? Is he willing to give up the opportunity to direct this movie? Have you ever asked him for his opinion?"
Even though Akira Kurosawa is famous for his bad temper on the set, he has experienced ups and downs in life and has grown old, and he has already become a person who is well versed in human relations and sophistication.
Just from this point of view, we know that the films he made in his later years, even if his talent was slightly inferior, were still not successful by accident.
However, in comparison, Ning Weimin, who specializes in this, is obviously more intelligent.
This is his reply.
"Director Nomura also agrees. Considering that his body needs a period of rest, the next work we arranged for him at Kiri Productions is in Tokyo, and there is no time limit. The current tentative plan is that he will be responsible for Matsumoto
Mr. Seicho's work "The Black Leather Notebook" was made into a movie and put on the big screen. After all, the original intention of the establishment of Mist Studio was to make films and TV shows of Mr. Matsumoto Seicho's works. Now although Mist Studio is in our hands
However, we still have full confidence in the work of Mr. Matsumoto Seicho and hope to continue to complete this mission. We must live up to the trust of Mr. Matsumoto and Director Nomura."
As a result, he really gained Kurosawa's favor. After all, no one dislikes emotional people.
Especially in Japan, where money is everywhere nowadays, people like Ning Weimin who, despite being wealthy, can be kind to others, take the initiative to consider others, and do not embarrass the other person, are simply rare animals.
This kind of virtue is not comparable to what Japanese society has always valued - observing order, speaking quietly, and not causing trouble to others.
Being able to put yourself in others' shoes and consider their actual needs is the true great kindness and real civilization.
Even Kurosawa Akira couldn't help but think that if he had been stabbed in the back by Fukasaku, in the gloomy moment of his life, he would have had someone like Ning Weimin by his side.
He wouldn't have completely lost faith in the world and slashed his wrist twenty-one times in the bathroom.
As a result, his eyes widened instantly. In addition to being glad that he had chosen the right person to sell the production studio, he also happily nodded and agreed to Ning Weimin's request.
"In that case, it's no problem. Thank you very much for your trust. Leave this matter to me. I will recommend a qualified director for you among the people I know."
When he said this, Kurosawa's eyes were filled with joy. Although he did not express his gratitude, his gratitude was beyond words.
But this was still not the end. Ning Weimin had another trick up his sleeve, which made Kurosawa Akira no longer helpless.
"Ah, by the way, I heard that you have a daughter who is engaged in fashion design. She is very talented, is that true?"
"Well, I do have a daughter named Kazuko. She graduated from Ito Fashion Institute and is now an intern in a clothing company. I wonder if you ask about her..."
"Well, I just want to know how your daughter plans for the future. If your daughter wants to work hard in the fashion industry, then I also have the identity of the director of the overseas development department of Pierre Cardin China Corporation.
Maybe I can buy some of her designs and try them out in the Chinese market. If she is also interested in movies, that would be more convenient. I think the movie we just talked about needs a lot of costume designers.
If you are willing, you might as well let her participate. I think this movie is unlikely to fail, and it should be a good stepping stone for her to enter the film industry. What do you think?"
All parents in the world are the same, no one does not plan for their children.
The same goes for Akira Kurosawa. Although he is a successful father, he definitely hopes that his children will have a good future.
Therefore, Ning Weimin was inspired by Song Huagui and his daughter's participation in the filming of "The Last Emperor", and the suggestion he made was more useful than the favor he just gave to Akira Kurosawa.
This time Kurosawa really bowed his head and shook hands with Ning Weimin solemnly to express his gratitude.
"Thank you so much, President Ning, Hezi will be very happy to know about this. Anyway, on behalf of my little girl, I would like to thank you for your trust and care."
As for Ning Weimin, whether it is his bright smile or his very white teeth, it clearly illustrates one thing - people can be warm and the society can be harmonious.
