Zhang Wentian has been dormant for nearly ten years and is still a well-known director domestically and even internationally.
Therefore, this great director's comeback film will inevitably attract the attention of all parties. Even if there are several loss-making blockbusters, with his fame and connections, he can easily attract enough investment.
Celebrities in the film and television industry, as well as investors and stakeholders, will definitely want to compete for roles in this new film, even if it is three or four couples, they will have to fight to the death.
It doesn't matter if the film loses money, Zhang Wentian's works have always had a tradition of being exhibited abroad, and he has won many awards. Who doesn't want to walk the red carpet at one of those highly anticipated film festivals?
Therefore, even if the salary is lowered, many people are willing to give it a try.
As a newcomer who has just debuted, an independent artist, and a singer, Lu Chen is not qualified to participate in such a game. His influence and connections in the industry are still too small.
If it hadn't been for today's chance meeting that allowed him to impress the great director with his absolutely classic song "A Man Should Be Strong", he might not have been able to get him even if he was seeking a supporting role through his connections!
And now, Zhang Wentian offered to give Lu Chen a small supporting role, which was an unexpected surprise!
Lu Chen has experienced three lives in the dream world. Among them, Mo Ran is a very capable actor. Unfortunately, he has bad luck and has always been a supporting actor and has never become famous.
This period of life that belonged to Mo Ran gave Lu Chen a different feeling for actors. He once made a vow in his heart to realize Mo Ran's long-cherished wish and become a real protagonist in his own world.
But the food must be eaten one bite at a time and the road must be walked step by step. If you run too fast, you may tear your balls. Lu Chen doesn't have any pain in his balls.
Therefore, he took pop music as the beginning of his career and waited until he had accumulated enough before developing into film and television.
It is precisely because of such a good attitude that Lu Chen never thought of taking the opportunity to ask Zhang Wentian for a role just now.
The script, crew, and actors are all in place, and if you try to force it in, isn't it embarrassing?
It would be too stupid to offend Zhang Wentian.
Lu Chen is already satisfied to have his work set as the theme song of the movie.
However, things in the world are so wonderful. He has no desires and needs, and Zhang Wentian wants to return the favor.
Even if it was a small supporting role, Lu Chen was overjoyed and agreed without hesitation.
Isn’t it silly to act pretentious and reserved at this time?
Lu Chen's joy and excitement made Zhang Wentian smile. That's right.
If Lu Chen could still remain calm and calm under such circumstances, then he would really wonder if the former was the reincarnation of some old geek, or if his reputation had declined to the point where he could no longer impress a new young artist.
The great director nodded and said: "Let's discuss the script and performance contract together when transferring the copyright of the work. Your scenes will be filmed later, so you have enough time to learn some acting skills and perform well!"
Singers become actors. Unless you have a professional background, acting skills are a big problem. Although Lu Chen's role scenes are very few, he can't just make up the numbers and get away with his face.
Whether it is for big names or newcomers, Zhang Wentian's requirements are to treat everyone equally and be strict and serious.
Lu Chen said happily: "No problem, I will definitely study hard."
With Mo Ran's life memories, he has the ability to control the protagonist. A small supporting role is naturally at his fingertips.
But in front of Zhang Wentian, Lu Chen couldn't show too much confidence, so he had to be modest.
Zhang Wentian nodded and said: "As for the arrangement of this song, there is also the soundtrack of the movie."
Lu Chen quickly said: "In terms of arrangement and soundtrack, the juniors are not capable enough."
Are you kidding me, the soundtrack for a blockbuster movie is a big project, and he is very self-aware.
This aspect was Lu Chen's biggest weakness, so he had to go to Jingyin to learn and accumulate knowledge.
Zhang Wentian smiled and said: "What I mean is that I can't leave it to you, but as the creator of the theme song, I hope you can provide advice when necessary. I plan to let Professor Gao complete the arrangement and soundtrack."
Ah! You are so sentimental!
Lu Chen suddenly blushed. He had thought too much and needed to calm down, then calm down!
At this time, from the corner of Lu Chen's eye, he caught a glimpse of Qin Qing next to her, pursed her lips and snickering.
It shows a bit of girlish cuteness.
Lu Chen could only smile bitterly.
The arrangement and soundtrack of the movie are very important, and there is no way Zhang Wentian would let him do it anyway.
After all, his qualifications are too junior and he has no experience.
Zhang Wentian gave Lu Chen a small supporting role to compensate, because it was Lu Chen who provided the theme song.
Gao Yue smiled and said, "It just so happens that Lu Chen is coming to Jingyin to attend classes. It will be very convenient for us to communicate together."
He resolved Lu Chen's slight embarrassment very considerately.
Lu Chen said gratefully: "Professor Gao, I want to learn a lot from you!"
Isn't this another chance for him?
Since Zhang Wentian has handed over this aspect of work to Gao Yue, who is also a professor in the Composition Department of Jingyin, he must have rich experience and can get his careful guidance, so learning relevant knowledge will definitely be more effective with half the effort.
Zhang Wentian encouraged: "Lu Chen's work has given me confidence. If I participate in the Capital International Film Festival next year, I will definitely compete for the Best Music Award!"
The Capital International Film Festival, Shanghai International Film Festival and Golden Peony Film Festival are the three major film festivals in China.
Among them, the Capital International Film Festival was established in 2000 and is hosted by the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television and the Beijing City Government. It is an international, professional, innovative, open, high-end and market-oriented large-scale film theme event. With its authority
Quality and professionalism enjoy a high reputation in the industry.
The Capital International Film Festival aims to integrate domestic and international film resources and build a display, exchange and trading platform. It has been held annually since 2010 and has established an award unit, including Best Film Award, Best Director Award, Best Actor Award, and the Best Actor Award.
There are 10 awards including Best Actress Award, Best Supporting Actor Award, Best Supporting Actress Award, Best Screenplay Award, Best Cinematography Award, Best Music Award and Best Visual Effects Award!
The Golden Tripod Award of the Capital International Film Festival is still very valuable and has a certain influence internationally.
Zhang Wentian points to the Golden Cauldron Award, showing his strong confidence!
Talking about the Best Music Award is nothing more than a pretext. Best Film and Best Director are what he really wants to pursue.
Now that he is in such a state, it doesn't really matter whether he can win an award or not. What matters is his renewed spirit!
What Zhang Wentian said was also a compliment to Lu Chen.
Chen Pu said disdainfully: "Next year? Can you finish filming this movie within one year and go to the exhibition?"
Gao Yue laughed.
Zhang Wentian was speechless and could only pick up the tea cup and drink water to cover up his embarrassment.
Chen Pu hit on his weakness, which was that he was really good at procrastination and grinding when filming. Other directors could finish filming in half a year, but he often delayed it to a year in order to keep improving, which resulted in a huge increase in the budget and the death of several investors.
business.
Putting down the tea cup, Zhang Wentian said proudly: "I will definitely finish filming within a year!"
The Capital International Film Festival was held in early December, and it is now the end of August. Even if the filming is completed within a year. If you add in the post-production time, it will be very stressful to participate in the film festival.
He must also complete it, otherwise it will be difficult to explain to investors.
According to the investors' requirements, after participating in the Capital International Film Festival, it was released during New Year's Day. Winning important awards will undoubtedly have a great boost to the box office.
This is not the 1980s and 1990s. Investors are very smart and always put box office first.
Chen Pu "hummed" with a look of disbelief on his face.
Gao Yue tried to smooth things over, changed the subject and asked Qin Qing: "Qin Qing, are you going back to the academy this afternoon?"
Qin Qing nodded and asked, "Professor Gao, what's the matter?"
"That's just right"
Gao Yue pointed at Lu Chen and said, "Can you accompany Lu Chen to the Academic Affairs Office, either to Director Lu or Director Chen, and arrange a hearing for Lu Chen."
Send Buddha to the West. Although he has already written a note to Lu Chen, but Qin Qing will help him lead the way. Lu Chen can get the hearing and class schedule this afternoon, which can save a lot of trouble.
Qin Qing was a little surprised, but didn't object: "Okay."
She has a reserved temperament, but if Professor Gao opens his mouth, she will definitely need help, and it is not a very difficult task.
Lu Chen smiled and said, "Sorry for the trouble, Senior Qin."
In fact, he could just handle it by himself, and there was no need to bother Qin Qing, but it was just not easy to offend Gao Yue's kindness.
Qin Qing smiled.
She stood up and said, "Then let's go. If we're late, the Academic Affairs Office will be off duty."
"etc!"
Chen Pu shouted: "Girl Qin, please play a piece of music for us before you leave. I haven't heard you play the piano for a long time!"
As he said this, he glared at Gao Yue and blamed him for ruining the scenery.
Qin Qing sat down again and said openly: "Then I will present a song to all the elders."
Zhang Wentian, Gao Yue, Chen Pu and Chen Jianhao all smiled.
Qin Qing comes from an extraordinary family. She is not only beautiful and outstanding, but also smart and intelligent. She has excelled in playing the piano since she was a child.
There are many guests who can come to Yuming Tea Garden, but there are really very few who can listen to her playing the piano!
But when Qinqing twirled her fingers and played the guqin, the smiles on everyone's faces turned into bitter smiles.
Because what Qin Qing played was surprisingly the ancient song "General's Order"!
Compared with Lu Chen's adaptation, she played the original version. In the first part, she used long finger-wagging and left-hand playing techniques to express the scene of the sound of drums and horns. The melody was tense and mysterious.
Next, in the second part, the image of a general with both wisdom and courage is outlined through the exaggerated chanting and sliding techniques of the left hand.
The third part uses the continuously accelerating "quick four o'clock" technique to show the rapid advance of the soldiers' formation; the fourth part depicts the scene of the two armies confronting each other, fighting on the battlefield, trumpeting in unison, and returning to camp in victory.
The four parts of the whole song are completed in one go, the rhythm is urgent and moderate, and the playing is full of momentum, showing extremely superb skills!
Zhang Wentian and others listened with rapt attention.
However, Lu Chen had a vague feeling that this school girl seemed to have challenged him in this way.
Of course, this could entirely be his illusion——
I went for physical therapy today and I feel much better. I will send you the first update first, and there will be more tonight! (To be continued ~^~)