After the inspection in Jinmen, Wu Jianye quickly set off for Liaodong.
If Jinmen to Puyi was a place of feasting, drunkenness and self-indulgence, then Coal City was the place where Puyi woke up from all dreams.
In Bertolucci's version of "The Last Emperor", the Coal Capital War Prisoner where Puyi was imprisoned was made into a dark and cold place, and the prison guards there were also very facial-looking, in line with the identity of Chinese people who have always been considered by foreigners.
, although in the end a tragic character background was designed for the prison guard who interrogated Pu Yi, anyone with a discerning eye can see that this is just a compromise.
Wu Jianye then went to the prison cell where Puyi was imprisoned. This time, Pujie came with Wu Jianye. He was imprisoned here with Puyi at the beginning and provided Wu Jianye with a lot of advice.
After the trip to the coal capital, everyone went to Spring City again.
When Puyi first arrived in Spring City, he was full of ambitions, but he found that he had become a puppet of RB, and his dream finally died.
The main location for shooting here was the Puppet Manchukuo Palace. After visiting here, we discussed the shooting situation with Zhang Li, Zhao Fei and others, and everyone returned to the hotel.
At this time, Yang Xiaodan came to the hotel and invited Wu Jianye and others to visit Spring City Film Studio.
Yang Xiaodan was Wu Jianye's classmate in Class 78. He graduated from the acting department. After graduation, he was assigned to Spring City Film Studio. Spring City Film Studio also knew about the relationship between Yang Xiaodan and Wu Jianye and others, so they sent him here and invited Wu.
See Ye and others.
Spring City Film Studio is the first film studio after the founding of the People's Republic of China. It can be called the cradle of Chinese film and has created many firsts in the history of Chinese film.
China's first puppet film "The Emperor's Dream".
China's first animated film "Catching Turtles in an Urn".
China's first scientific and educational film "Plague Prevention".
China's first short feature film "Leave him to fight Chiang Kai-shek".
China's first feature film "The Bridge".
China's first translated film "An Ordinary Soldier".
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The gate of Changying Factory has a typical style of the 1970s and 1980s, with a gate in the middle open to traffic and small gates for pedestrians on both sides. After passing the gate, you will find a square with statues of great men in the middle.
Under the leadership of Yang Xiaodan, Wu Jianye and others went directly to the office of the director of Changying Factory.
"Lao Su!"
"Old Cen!"
This time, Wu Jianye came to Spring City with the art director Mr. Cen Fan invited by Wu Jianye. Mr. Cen Fan and Director Su Yun were also old acquaintances, so it was natural for them to exchange pleasantries when meeting old friends.
Teacher Cen Fan comes from a famous family, his ancestors have a great reputation, and even Teacher Cen Fan himself has a legendary past.
Xia Meng, who was regarded by Jim Yong as the lover of his dreams and the prototype of Little Dragon Girl, and Teacher Cen Fan were a real couple at the beginning. The two fell in love in Xiangjiang at that time, which was also a good story. Later, China was established and Teacher Cen Fan returned to China.
Originally, Xia Meng was planning to return to China with Teacher Cen Fan.
Unfortunately, both of them were pillars of Xiangjiang Great Wall Film Company at that time. They could not stop Teacher Cen Fan from leaving, so they had no choice but to stop Xia Meng. Later, the two corresponded and Teacher Cen Fan was able to receive Xia Meng's letter, but Xia Meng could not.
I couldn’t receive a reply from Teacher Cen Fan. It turned out that Teacher Cen Fan’s reply letters had been burned.
The two failed to get together in the end...
After the two exchanged pleasantries, Director Su Yun shook hands with Wu Jianye and said, "I have known for a long time that our country has a young and talented director who has conquered European film festivals. Today I finally saw him!"
"Mr. Su, you are really a junior, we still have to learn a lot from seniors like you!" Wu Jianye said in a neither humble nor overbearing tone.
As a veteran director in China and the director of Changying Film Studio, Su Yun is definitely at the top of the domestic film industry and has huge influence.
"Haha, Xiao Wu is too polite. I took the liberty to invite you to Changying Factory this time. Don't blame me, an old guy, for relying on his old age!" Su Yun laughed.
"Even if Mr. Su doesn't call us to come, as juniors we should still come to visit you!"
There were also some leaders of Changying Film Studio present. After everyone sat down, they discussed the current reform path of domestic films.
"Xiao Wu, I heard that you have an idea to release this movie in the European and American markets?"
As the director of Changying Film Studio, Su Yun no longer cares about the success or failure of a movie, but the future of Chinese movies as a whole.
"Yes, although our domestic film system has changed to a certain extent, it is still very different from the more complete business systems abroad. Our domestic studios are taking the path of selling copies to earn profits.
, this can only be said to be the initial stage of the film industry, and it cannot fundamentally solve the studio's dilemma."
Su Yun nodded calmly and asked, "Xiao Wu, do you have any good ideas?"
"If you want to change the current situation of the domestic film industry, first of all, China Film should withdraw from the level responsible for unified sales and purchasing, and let the studios directly connect with theaters. The studios no longer make profits by selling movie copies, but share the box office. Only
Only in this way can the domestic film industry reach a new level!"
Now Wu Jianye has consciously explained his ideas to these people who have strong influence in the country, and he now has this qualification.
"Isn't this too risky? If the box office of the movie is not satisfactory, doesn't it mean that the studio will also have to bear the responsibility!" Some people put forward different opinions.
Wu Jianye considered his words and said in a deep voice: "This is a period of pain that Chinese movies must go through. Only by taking responsibility for our own profits and losses can we focus more on the production of movies. As long as we can make more
Only good movies, movies that are liked by the audience, can help the domestic film industry break out of its current circle."
After everyone listened to Wu Jianye's words, they fell into deep thought. Wu Jianye's words had a big impact on them. They had long been accustomed to the unified sales and purchase system of domestic movies. According to Wu Jianye's words, it is the responsibility of the studio.
In terms of profit and loss, if the investment in a movie failed at that time, it would be a huge loss for them.
"Actually, the business of copying has already taken shape. China Film Group does not buy so many copies of every movie. They will also judge how many copies to buy based on market reaction..."
Mr. Cen said from the side: "Actually, the problems Xiao Wu mentioned have been implemented abroad for a long time. Let's not talk about the movies in Hong Kong. Although there are film management agencies in Xiangjiang, they are more
It plays a scheduling role and does not participate in actual operations at all. Over the years, Xiangjiang has evolved from the earliest Chinachem and Shaw Brothers to the current three-legged alliance of Jiahe, Fengge Entertainment, and New Art City.
Without the competition from these film companies, Hong Kong's films can now have such a huge influence throughout Southeast Asia."
Although he has left Xiangjiang for many years, Mr. Cen has never stopped paying attention to Xiangjiang.
Su Yun said in a deep voice: "I'm afraid it won't be that easy to get China Film to quit its current role!"
Wu Jianye smiled and said: "In other words, I am talking about my own thoughts. As for the decision from above, people like Mr. Su still need to influence it!"
"Haha, you kid only cares about digging holes, not burying them!" Su Yun smiled and glanced at Wu Jianye.
However, he also knew that Wu Jianye was telling the truth. Although Wu Jianye now has a huge influence in the domestic film industry, in the final analysis, he is not able to influence the system.
We can only slowly instill knowledge about film business operations into everyone. Only by subtly influencing many high-level officials can we completely advance domestic reforms.
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Later, Wu Jianye and others visited Changying Factory under the leadership of Director Su Yun. Walking in the factory area of Changying Factory, they could never imagine that this is one of the largest film studios in China. The three gray
There are several floors in the empty factory area. Occasionally, you can see a few people passing by in a hurry. If you look closely, they must be nationally famous actors.
"Xiao Wu, I have to say that our two families are quite destined. You are currently preparing to shoot "The Last Emperor", and our factory is already filming "The Last Queen"." Director Su Yun said with a smile.
"The Last Queen" is jointly produced by Changying Film Studio and Xiangjiang Tianhe Pictures.
"Haha, I really know about this movie. Director Su, don't you know? Jiang Xiu, who plays Pu Yi in the movie, turned out to be my neighbor. When I first received the script, this guy hung out with me almost every day.
Look at Puyi’s information.”
Pujie next to him smiled and said, "This guy even came to see me."
Some actors have this ability and will give everything they have for the role they play. The most important role in this movie is Pan Hong, who plays Wanrong, but when the movie was released, Jiang Xiu vividly played Puyi as the first protagonist.
, in the end, if Pan Hong hadn't exploded with her acting skills when Wan Rong went crazy, she would have been completely overshadowed by Jiang Xian.
In fact, when Wu Jianye was preparing for "The Last Emperor", he also considered Jiang Xiang. However, considering image issues and overseas reasons, Wu Jianye gave up on Jiang Xiang.
"Really? I didn't expect it to have such a connection. Would you like to go and see the set of "The Last Emperor"?" Su Yun sent an invitation to Wu Jianye.
"Okay, it's a good time to learn from director Chen Jialin." Wu Jianye agreed. Wu Jianye might be able to inspire his own ideas by watching two movies with different perspectives.
As for director Chen Jialin, everyone is probably more familiar with his work "Kangxi Dynasty" starring Chen Daoxuan. This movie, regardless of the history of the Qing Dynasty, is one of Wu Jianye's favorite TV series.
A group of people came to Changying Xiaobai Building, where the scene of "The Last Queen" in which Wanrong was swinging in the garden and reading a book was being filmed. However, when everyone rushed to the scene, they found that the crew was not filming, but was filming the scene.
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Jiang Xiu was also very happy after seeing Wu Jianye.
"Angkor, when will you arrive in Spring City?"
"I just arrived too." Wu Jianye smiled and said, "How about it, are you still used to it in Spring City?"
"I'm used to it. It's much cooler than our Yanjing." Jiang Xiu said with a smile.
Wu Jianye then shook hands with director Chen Jialin and exchanged greetings with the introduction of director Su Yun. At the same time, Wu Jianye also invited him to come to the set for guidance when the filming of "The Last Emperor" starts.
"I don't dare to give you advice. I will definitely learn when the time comes!"
After the two sides complimented each other, Wu Jianye got to know some other actors on the crew.
"We are not outsiders anymore. When your family invites guests to dinner tonight, you must be there!" Wu Jianye said to Fu Yiwei with a smile.
Fu Yiwei is currently in a relationship with Yang Xiaodan. The two also got acquainted through the movie. Last year, the two collaborated on "The Magic Land". Although in the film, the two played brother and sister, they came together and became lovers outside the film.
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Later, they even got married, but unfortunately, their love did not come to an end.
There are actually many couples in Changying Studio, such as Wang Baosheng and Jiang Lili, Gong Xibin and Zhang Baishuang, Chen Guojun and Zhao Yamin, Liang Tongyu and Jin Yi, etc. Unfortunately, only Wang Baosheng and Jiang Lili, Gong Xibin and Zhang Baishuang made it to the end.
Two pairs.
Fu Yiwei smiled sweetly: "Director Wu has already spoken, so he will definitely be there."
When meeting Pan Hong, Wu Jianye talked about another thing: "After this movie is shot, Pan Hong, do you have time? Our company has a movie ready to be shot, and I want you to be the director.
Female lead!”
"Director Wu, you are poaching in front of us!" Chen Jialin joked.
Wu Jianye laughed and said: "Director Chen, you can't say that. What I'm saying is that after your movie is finished, the shooting of that movie won't start until the second half of next year or the year after that!"
Su Yun smiled and said: "Director Wu is indeed a young man and has great energy. Are you starting to prepare for the second movie now?"
Wu Jianye: "Director Su, I am not planning to be the director of this movie. It was shot by our company. Pan Hong's image is quite suitable, so I made an appointment in advance!"
Pan Hong was very happy when she heard Wu Jianye's invitation. It can be said that Wu Jianye's movie is one that actors all over the country want to star in. However, she was a little disappointed when she heard that Wu Jianye was not starring in this movie.
"What movie are you talking about, Director Wu?"
"It's a movie based on a book by Wang Shuo. If you are interested, you can come to Tangting Culture when you return to Yanjing. We will discuss it in detail then!"
"Director Wu, your company is finally going to make its own movies?" The news that Wu Jianye established Tangting Culture has long been spread among major studios.
Everyone was watching to see where this cultural company was going to go, and whether it could find a different path for Chinese films. But as a result, the movie was not made, but a TV series that made a splash in the country was released.
"Yes, theory is supported by practice. I also want to see if I can find a different path based on my own ideas." Wu Jianye did not hide his thoughts in front of Su Yun at all.