Chapter 811. Preparing for the filming of "Qin Shi Huang"
Chen Xiaotang was thinking about something on the balcony, and at this moment, a voice said, "What, dear Chen, are you thinking about something?" But Lucas, a bearded man, came over at some point.
"Yes, I'm a little homesick." Chen Xiaotang said, "By the way, why did you come out?"
Lucas shrugged: "Get breathable, the atmosphere inside is too tense!"
"Haha, do you hate me a little and ask you to direct this drama?"
"No, my dear friend, I think this is a good challenge. At least we turned Superman into Chinese, right?" Lucas smiled, "If everything in the world remains unchanged, that's so boring. It's better to do weird tricks like this!" Lucas was like a naughty big child at this moment.
Chen Xiaotang shook his head, "I hope we can get through this level!"
"Don't consider this drama. Chen, you are a genius. You should consider your future development plan. For example, what are you going to do after filming this drama? What are the good stories... or what big plans do you have? It's best if the more lively and weird the better. I will definitely fight with you!"
Choosing, this bearded man is addicted to playing.
Chen Xiaotang was amused and said, "There are two plans. First, I may formally prepare a global tour, starting from the United States, then the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and then to Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore in Asia... The second plan is relatively simple, which is to make a movie you like, a pure, Chinese-style movie, especially a movie that can highlight our Chinese history..."
"Haha, I don't have any good advice for you to start a tour. After all, where is your name as a superstar in the music industry? I guess I can't accompany you, so I'll give me some tickets at that time. Of course, you are not my idol, my idol is the Beatles guys... I ask you for tickets mainly because you can give them to others. You know, the tickets for celebrity concerts like you are very expensive, and I can't accept them!" Lucas joked.
"As for what you are talking about, well. How do you say that, we Americans don't know much about China. We only know that you belong to a country with a long history, then the decadent Qing Dynasty, and then World War II... If you want to shoot Chinese historical movies, it seems difficult to resonate with the world's audience. I have to say that this is another huge adventure; of course, you said that you just want to shoot a drama you like, and don't ask for the box office, but you are betting on your fame. If the box office is bad, your fame will also be affected. There is no way. This is what Hollywood is like, people like to use box office to measure the quality of a play!"
Lucas talked freely and expressed his opinions. These opinions were even a bit unpleasant, but they were the honest advice that friends had to say.
Chen Xiaotang nodded, "You have a good analysis, dear Lucas. It is precisely because you Americans, or the Western world, that I want to shoot a film about our Chinese history!"
"A country that is not understood by people is not a great country! A history that is not understood by people is still just a joke even if it has five thousand years of precipitation!" Chen Xiaotang became more and more excited as he spoke. "I was born in such a country, with the blood of China flowing for five thousand years, so I have the responsibility and obligation to promote this history and culture and carry forward it!"
"But Chen, what do you do specifically? After all, you have limited power alone..." Lucas understood the excitement in Chen Xiaotang's heart, but he still reminded kindly, "Many things cannot be emotional. Dear friend, this is the lesson I have learned over the years as a director. Since I failed to shoot the first drama, and then based on my own preferences, I shot many stream of consciousness movies, which was even more worthy of, and I couldn't even save three meals a day. Later, I thought that as long as I worked hard, I could change everything, but the fact was the opposite. Everything in the future changed me!"
Speaking of this, Lucas sighed, "These are all my experiences. Dear Chen, as a friend, I don't want you to take detours!"
From these words, Chen Xiaotang could feel the sincere friendship Lucas had for him. Who said that the entertainment industry is a world of fame and fortune, only the taste of money and lacks the embrace of friendship? That is because you have not met a confidant like Lucas.
"Thank you, Lucas, I understand what you mean, so I will carefully choose the subject matter I want to shoot, and will definitely choose a piece of Chinese history that is known to people in the world..." Chen Xiaotang said with a smile.
"I know by the people of the world, Chen, have you already had any plans?" Lucas couldn't help asking.
"Haha, yes, the name of the play I was going to film was... "Qin Shihuang"!" Chen Xiaotang said in his heart.
The bearded man didn't react immediately and murmured: "Is "Qin Shihuang"? What a familiar name... Oh my god..." He suddenly shouted, "Is it the eternal emperor of China?!"
Chen Xiaotang was very satisfied with the bearded man's reaction and nodded with a smile. It seemed that the character "Qin Shihuang" was also very famous in world history.
Indeed, in world history, anyone who has read history will be interested in some great historical figures and then fall in love with them.
For example, King Arthur of Britain, Charles I of France, Peter the Great of Russia, etc., and the most famous Chinese great men in the world, besides Confucius and Mencius, are Qin Shihuang and Genghis Khan.
As the first feudal emperor in Chinese history, Qin Shihuang's personal charm is absolutely unparalleled. The legends and stories about him are not only widely circulated in China, but also widely circulated around the world.
As a historical researcher in countries around the world, he has given important research on the history of the Qin Dynasty in China and the story of the seven heroes in the Warring States Period. It is said that during World War II, Germany also established an association specifically for studying the history of the Warring States Period and the Three Kingdoms. The purpose is to develop ancient Chinese tactics, use the past for the present, and help Germany defeat the allies.
As the inevitable first great man in Chinese history, the first feudal emperor, his historical low position is no less than that of the founding emperors of various countries, and even more than in legends. So when Chen Xiaotang said the name "Qin Shihuang", the bearded Lucas began to be stunned for a moment, and immediately realized that dear Chen actually wanted to photograph such a big man! It was absolutely incredible!!!
"Chan, I'll take back what I said just now. It's definitely a good idea for you to shoot this subject. At least most Westerners know this legendary figure in the East!" Lucas said, "Of course. If you need my help, I will definitely be obliged. Who made us friends!"
"Haha. Dear Lucas, since you said that, I really have one thing to ask you for help..." Chen Xiaotang said with a smile.
"Besides being a director, I can help you!" Lucas said hurriedly. "You know, the subject I am good at is science fiction movies. Such major historical subjects are not my strengths. If I were a director, I would only help you!" Lucas explained in detail.
Of course Chen Xiaotang understood what he meant and smiled: "So I ask you to help me get someone to help me as a director..."
"Oh, isn't you? I don't know who you are interested in?"
"It's Spielberg!" Chen Xiaotang said a name.
"It's him?" Lucas opened his mouth wide and then gave a thumbs up, "You are so sensible. Chen!"
You should know that Spielberg is one of the most awesome directors in Hollywood. He is especially good at shooting historical films with large scenes. The future "Schindler's List" and "Save Private Ryan" are all famous for their realistic war scenes.
Spielberg is also an excellent science fiction director. His directed "Jurassic Park" and "ET Alien" are highly praised by countless science fiction fans.
It is precisely because of Spielberg's contribution in the field of science fiction that he and a guy like Lucas have become like-minded friends, and the two are very good partners in private. Therefore, Chen Xiaotang has left the relationship with Lucas, hoping to bring Spielberg into the water and help himself film "Qin Shihuang".
Someone may ask here why not choose Chinese directors to shoot this drama? First, most of the Chinese directors Chen Xiaotang knows are Hong Kong directors. Due to historical and regional limitations, there are few directors who can control major war scenes. Even Wu Yusen, who is very awesome in this aspect in the future, his ability cannot meet the requirements Chen Xiaotang needs. Second, mainland directors are still immature and are still busy planting "Red Sorghum" and developing "Loess Land". In other words, even if they have that ability, look at the "Hero" and "Assassination of Qin" in their previous lives, and the bad plot is enough to make Chen Xiaotang feel disappointed with these directors.
Therefore, after considering it, Chen Xiaotang felt that since he wanted to make such a grand blockbuster, he would find a great director who could control such a big drama; in addition, this drama is aimed at the world audience, letting them understand Chinese history and Chinese culture, not to use their own people to yy, but it is necessary to find an international director to direct it. In the end, Spielberg was famous, so he asked him to direct this drama to undoubtedly help him do free publicity.
Chen Xiaotang was thoughtful and Lucas was not a fool. He quickly understood his intentions and laughed: "Dear Chen, you are too cunning, but to be honest, this is really a good idea. I will try my best to convince him, but you should treat him!"
"Don't worry, you can choose Italian food and French food!" Chen Xiaotang said with a laugh.
………
Time flies quickly, and when Chen Xiaotang and Lucas return to the movie, "Superman: Man of Steel" has already reached the end.
At this time, the audience in the entire cinema were very excited.
Especially the action scenes designed by Lucas were almost earth-shaking. The super destructive power of Superman and General Zuo De opened up dozens of feet of land, smashed the skyscrapers in a mess, and smashed cars as balls, and flew around between the skyscrapers. This incredible scene made everyone stunned and excited.
Finally, in order to save the earth, Superman took the opportunity to be beaten to pieces by General Zuode, and the audience exclaimed in surprise.
Some people even stood up and yelled, "Superman, fight back, you are the best!"
"Superman, get up, don't be cowardly!"...
At this moment, whether it is black, white or Chinese, they have already recognized the invincible image of Chen Xiaotang, helping him cheer and helping him turn defeat into victory.
Superman on the big screen did not disappoint everyone's expectations. After some rest, he rose up to superpowers. He turned around the situation in one fell swoop and defeated General Zuo De and his group.
The whole world was saved. Superman became the hero of the United States and the savior of the world. Facing the crowd cheering at him, he smiled slightly, then spread his arms and flew towards the blue universe!
Nearly two hours later, "Superman: Man of Steel" finally ended. When Silver's subtitles were subtitled, the entire cinema applause was thunderous and it had become a boiling ocean.
Such a movie is more suitable than any movie when it is released at this time. This is not to say that this movie is better than the movies shot by Magic Movie Entertainment, nor does it mean that this movie is an absolute Hollywood blockbuster in investment, but because under such a situation, in such a situation, in the face of the Radio and Television Bureau, such a movie is like a heavy cannon making a huge sound, which made the originally depressed and frustrated Chinese people excited under the roar.
Of course, in addition to those Chinese, there are many black people and white people with a sense of justice. They can understand the true meaning of this movie. They can understand why Chen Xiaotang wanted to shoot such a movie and why he still chose to release it under the huge pressure of the Radio and Film Bureau. And the public also knows these.
This movie is no longer a movie, it has become the real horn, leading the Chinese and other discriminated Americans toward the horn of free choice of dignity. So, when the movie ended, when the movie was successfully screened in the theater, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and at the same time, everyone felt unprecedented pride for the movie.
Amid the applause, Chen Xiaotang and Lucas took all the crew to the stage to bow to the audience to thank them. This time, facing all the thousands of viewers who supported this drama, everyone choked up.
"Tonight, "Superman's Man of Steel" will be released. Although I don't know if this cinema will be sealed tomorrow, what I want to say is that I will not regret doing this at all, and Magic Shadow Entertainment will not regret it at all! We chose dignity. We chose freedom. We chose shouting!"
"Thank you all for watching this movie, thank you for your support. I don't know if this is my last movie, and I don't know if this is our last night in the United States, but I know that this is not the last movie in Hollywood that resists racial oppression and discrimination!"
"If we need to make sacrifices for the sake of the freedom and dignity of Hollywood, for the exhibition of Hollywood, for the survival of Hollywood, if someone needs to sacrifice, and if a film company needs to sacrifice, then I, Lafite Chen, are willing to stand up, and behind me, all the staff of Magic Shadow Entertainment Film Company are willing to stand up! We are proud of this!"
When Chen Xiaotang held the microphone and said this to the bottom with moist eyes, the entire cinema was completely in chaos. When watching the movie just now, the audience might not have thought so much, but now, they all know why Rafi Chen said this.
"Dear Lafite, don't worry. If anyone wants to close this cinema, let them live in us first!" In the darkness, someone shouted loudly.
"Yes! If you have sex, let them catch us all! Who am I black?!"
"Support Magic Shadow Entertainment and support the new Superman!"
"Support Lafite, support this drama!"
"Long live Rafi!"
"Long live the magic shadow!"
...
The entire cinema then became a boiling ocean. This scene made some of the spys and television stations sitting in front of the guest seats stunned.
Who would have thought that a drama could incite such great energy!
And it was beyond Chen Xiaotang's expectations that these enthusiastic audiences would perform such actions.
It seems that most Americans are still very cute!
At least they can still distinguish black and white.
………
Although the successful release of "Superman: Man of Steel" pushed Magic Shadow Entertainment down the edge of the cliff, everyone decided to celebrate.
In the evening, a group of people gathered in the private room in Hollywood's most luxurious hotel. Not only are Magic Shadow Entertainment people, but also other Hollywood stars, such as Spielberg, Martin Schexes, and Marlon Brando.
"Dear Lafite, this movie is so exciting. Your adaptation is simply amazing." Old director Martin Sixes laughed while drinking. "However, this may also cause you a lot of unnecessary trouble. Do you think it's worth it?"
Lao Ma couldn't help but feel curious about this Oriental star and Hollywood's current tyranny. The reason why he came here to support Spielberg today is to put it bluntly because of the face of the great director Lucas. After all, everyone has had social interactions. As for Chen Xiaotang, although he also knows him, he does not belong to the kind of super familiar friend. But now, Lao Ma has to look at the young man in front of him again. He is smart, courageous, and more courageous.
Facing Lao Ma's questions, Chen Xiaotang smiled faintly and said, "Thank you for your praise, I just did something I think is right."
It is even more rare to be unrestrained and unrestrained.
Movies can never be separated from politics.
Just like this time, nothing happened, but it had to be dragged into the competition between the Republican and the Democratic Party.
Chen Xiaotang was unwilling to choose, but had to choose. In the end, he had no choice but to choose what he should do as a filmmaker.
As he replied, “I just did something I thought was right.”
Chapter completed!