As a well-known actor, Brother Lightning has always had a correct work attitude and is friendly to his collaborators.
Being able to keep the appointment as scheduled at least shows that he is indeed interested in this project and is very optimistic about it.
As for the director Zhang Feng, he was naturally the first to arrive, bringing with him his boss Wu Di Wu.
There is no way, I can't shirk it.
Wu Di, who was idle at home, certainly didn't want to get involved in this matter, but he couldn't ignore his wife's order to kiss him.
When asked why Wu Di must come to meet Brother Lightning, the reason given by Director Zhang was very simple and direct.
Brother Lightning's aura is so strong and oppressive!
Really, not to mention women, even some men dare not sit at the same dinner table with Brother Lightning. He has the aura of a gangster!
It’s really a bit overwhelming for a new female director.
However, Zhang Feng still came because her movie happened to require this kind of temperament!
"So you two are real! I thought you were just trying to hype up the movie! Okay, it's good, it's a perfect match!"
Brother Lightning commented on Wu Di and Zhang Feng as soon as he sat down. This opening method is really unique.
Wu Di quickly said: "Of course it's not hype. We are boyfriend and girlfriend and are about to get married."
When it came to getting married, Zhang Feng was a little embarrassed. Brother Lightning glanced at her and smiled: "That's great!"
"Get married as soon as you finish filming this movie!"
"There are not many young people in the circle who are as well matched as you. Get married quickly and don't hesitate!"
In fact, Brother Lightning doesn't really like foreign things like coffee. It would be best if he could drink two sips of wine.
However, this is not a female director, so we still need to take care of her.
Besides, if you can stop drinking, it’s better not to drink.
In this circle, the dinner table culture is really flourishing. If you want to get a good script, you often have to get together and drink.
Even many projects that have already been discussed have to be confirmed repeatedly at the wine table, even though Lightning Brother has always had a good drinking capacity.
However, as you get older, you should try to be more restrained if you can.
The body cannot bear it.
"We mean the same thing, so brother, your task is very difficult. Once the filming is completed, the two of us can get married smoothly."
"You may not know that our director Zhang has very high requirements for her works. Although she has already decided to get married after filming this one, I really doubt that if the quality is not good and the box office is not good, she may even regret it.
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"So, brother!" Wu Di grabbed Brother Lightning's hand and said affectionately: "You must save me!"
"It's up to you to escape the fate of being single!"
"Okay, okay, leave it all to me!"
Faced with the teasing of young people, Brother Lightning always accepted everything he ordered. With such special cooperation, Zhang Feng couldn't help but secretly be surprised: Sure enough, having such a thick skin is the right choice.
If she was the only one discussing with Brother Lightning today, I'm afraid she would be nervous and not know how to speak.
And what about Wu Di?
Of course, he is a rare thick-skinned person. Faced with a high-pressure and strong character like Brother Lightning, he can still maintain a playful smile.
Have no fear.
Of course, it’s not enough to laugh and joke all the time. After the simple greetings, the serious business will begin.
"It's interesting that he is such a character. I have never been a father to a girl of that age!"
“It’s a bit challenging.”
Also thanks to Brother Lightning, this time Wu Di has figured out the outline of the movie, which is indeed interesting.
The most rare thing is a serious courtroom mystery film, which is quite rare in the domestic entertainment film market.
It can even be said that the audience has not been exposed to such a subject in the past ten years.
As long as you shoot to a certain level, this kind of subject matter will indeed be fresh and attractive to the public.
Especially with a lineup like Lightning Brother and Sisi, it is a natural attraction for passers-by.
"However, Director Zhang, I have an opinion, I don't know whether I should state it or not."
Although Zhang Feng is young and has little qualifications, she is still a director after all. As an actor, Lightning Brother still respects her very much.
What's more, she is Lao Zhang's daughter. Brother Lightning and Lao Zhang have always had a good relationship. As the daughter of a good friend, of course she must give her more face.
"You say it, just say it."
Since the topic started, Wu Di has taken a back seat, and the main conversation has become Zhang Feng and Brother Lightning.
And now, Zhang Feng is no longer as nervous as when they first met.
The coffee was already cold, and Brother Lightning showed no interest. He just stared at the outline of the script and said, "I already know the position of the defense lawyer very well. The actress you mentioned is indeed quite suitable. However, the prosecutor...
What do you think?"
"I think this is also a very important role. One of them has many scenes opposite me. Moreover, generally speaking, when the audience enjoys this type of movie, they will take the perspective of the prosecutor from the beginning, so
I think the actor for this role should be chosen carefully."
Prosecutor?
Zhang Feng has really not considered this issue.
Or, for her, the role never posed a problem in the first place.
Because this is a battlefield belonging to the opposing side, there are not many bright spots on the prosecutor's side. There are films with a slanted perspective on this kind of narrative. It is enough for the characters on the positive side to play their roles well and push the plot forward.
Because of the lack of bright spots, the young actors who are currently relatively well-known online probably don’t want to play the role. Although you can definitely find it if you search carefully, Zhang Feng doesn’t pay much attention to this role.
However, Brother Lightning brought it up, and what he said made sense.
Zhang Feng could only nod his head: "Don't worry, I will definitely consider it."
"Since you think this character can be outstanding, then I will polish it and polish it."
Zhang Feng said this, but he had no idea in his heart.
The right actor?
Where exactly?
Before today, she had never considered this issue. Her idea was very simple. This role was not heavy to begin with. Before the official filming started, she would find some familiar third- and fourth-tier actors to give it a try and see who was more suitable.
It can be decided directly.
Or if there are actors you know well before, you can go directly to the show without even having to audition.
Now she is asked to find a suitable actor immediately without using connections. Zhang Feng has no idea at all. However, Brother Lightning still has to agree to it first.
The difficulty is that Brother Lightning seems to value this role quite seriously, and indeed he has several scenes opposite him.
As the first lead actor, it seems understandable to pay attention to the choice of opposite actors.
If you find one that doesn't fit...
Then...
At least it's a bit difficult to get through with Brother Lightning.
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Recently, Wu Di has no new shooting tasks, because with a company, he no longer needs a professional agent.
Basically, all matters are handled by people from the company. As for taking on roles, Wu Di is actually not worried at all now.
On the one hand, there are many people handing him books, especially in the field of TV dramas, because he has never tried it before and is very popular. Therefore, as the first TV series filmed by a so-called movie star, this is of great significance.
A little bit.
Many directors were very optimistic about Wu Di and gave him many scripts, but Wu Di declined them all. This involves another aspect of the problem.
Boss Wu, does he really need to film so many scenes?
He really doesn't need it!
As an actor, it is normal to have works, but Wu Di is no longer a pure actor.
He has works as a director and a personal company, and these identities are enough to ensure that he maintains a good impression on the audience.
Many actors keep filming all year round, often because, as actors, it is very important for the audience to leave a deep impression on them.
The entertainment industry is a place where the waves behind you push the waves ahead. Once you don't often make your presence felt in front of the public, the public will gradually forget about you.
Therefore, for many actors, not having good works is not the most terrifying thing; having no works is the most terrifying thing.
Not many actors in their prime can withstand being without a film for several years. Who do you think you are, a fairy?
Are there really people waiting for you to come down to earth?
However, actors like Wu Di don't have such troubles.
In addition to being an actor, he also has many ways to increase his presence. When an actor gets tired of being an actor, he can make a movie by himself.
Given his current situation, he is fully capable of doing so.
Moreover, he now has his own film company, and whether he is producing productions or supervising other films in the future, this will be a way to increase his presence.
There is absolutely no need to worry about future developments.
Therefore, when it comes to taking on new films, Wu Di is not worried at all and is not in a hurry. He has a bunch of unreleased films under his hands, so why push himself in such a hurry?
Maybe he will make a cameo in the movie Kiss My Wife!
Guest appearances are always possible, and a suitable role will definitely be found. Even scripts written by newcomers can be presented to him. Maybe there will be something he is interested in and he can start filming.
Today’s Boss Wu is completely different from the original Boss Wu.
With awards on his side, his popularity has become stronger, and his connections in the industry have even broadened. There will be no problem at all in shooting a movie by himself, and it may even be better than what Xiao Qi shot!
"Boss Wu, you are really lucky now. You can also bring a big name like Lightning Brother to my use. Thanks to you, otherwise I really wouldn't be able to find a suitable male lead."
"It's suitable, it's really suitable!"
Ever since the negotiation with Lightning Brother that day, Director Zhang Da often made some inexplicable remarks. The main point was that he was amazed at the suitability of the male protagonist.
Wu Di suddenly felt that even the iceberg beauty Zhang Feng still had a childish side.
Look at her current behavior, isn't it already childish to the extreme?
"It's indeed quite appropriate. Mainly at first, I didn't expect him to follow it so happily. You know, he has just cooperated with Mr. Zhang."
"So what if you have worked with Lao Zhang?"
"Did my dad ask the actors who have shot his movies not to shoot my movies?" Sensing that there was something wrong in Wu Di's words, Zhang Feng continued the topic naturally.
This time, it was Wu Di who was embarrassed.
Forehead……
It feels like it's a bad start.
If I had known earlier, I wouldn't have said anything nonsense.
"There will be a bit of repetition, I'm worried."
What can Wu Di say?
It can’t be said that even if the movie hasn’t been released yet, just on the set, you can clearly feel that the two words and two shots are outrageous?
Not only Wu Di, but also Brother Lightning must have noticed it?
It’s not fun to work with a father, and yet he has to rush to make a movie with his daughter. Isn’t this asking for boredom?
"No, you didn't tell the truth." Zhang Feng kept staring at Wu Di's eyes, making any subtle expression on his face invisible.
Sister, can you stop being so essential?
You've already seen it, why are you still making things difficult for me?
"Actually, it's not something I'm hiding. There are some things I'm not comfortable saying. If you want to know the answer, just wait."
"When?"
You see, it's very unlovable to ask questions.
How could it be possible to tell the truth?
To be honest, of course it's impossible.
"Of course it will be when Sanyanerpai is released. By then, you will definitely understand the reason. It will be clear at a glance."
"Of course, this is based on the fact that you and I think on the same frequency."
hehe.
He even tried to sell it off.
Zhang Feng sneered and said: "I like to talk, but I can guess something even if I don't say it. Isn't it that the quality of the three-word shot is not high?"
"It's not a secret."
Wu Di showed a dumbfounded expression, "Sister, you understand everything, so why don't you force me to ask, aren't you trying to embarrass me?"
Zhang Feng looked disapproving: "This is nothing. Professional actors will understand this truth. My father is my father and I am me."
"The two of us have taken different paths, so how can he implicate me just because the quality of his movies is not good?"
As a director, no one understands this truth better than Zhang Feng. Even if it is the same director, his last work will most likely have nothing to do with the next work.
What about different people?
Anyone with eyes can see that from the beginning, Zhang Feng’s route is completely different from that of Lao Zhang, and she also has this confidence. But anyone who has watched Skin Change will know that this movie is completely Zhang Feng’s.
Feng completed it independently and has nothing to do with Lao Zhang.
That's not a genre at all, not to mention that even if it were given to Lao Zhang, Lao Zhang wouldn't be able to make a movie like Skin Change.
This is true, although as an internationally renowned director, Lao Zhang is definitely good at many more types of films than Xiao Zhang.
However, as the saying goes, Lao Zhang is really not good at this kind of magical movie.
In Zhang Feng's place, you will never hear the rumors about your own father acting as a proxy for filming, because there is no way to replace him.
Before choosing to enter the film industry, Zhang Feng had repeatedly thought about this issue. For her, continuing to shoot literary films according to her father's preferences may be the most convenient way.