At one o'clock in the afternoon, an Audi Q7 drove along a small road along the Xiaoqing River towards the back door of Zhuozhou Film and Television City. Like Hengdian, Zhuozhou Film and Television City is also a tourist attraction with many tourists. In addition, there are Tangcheng and Seoul in front.
, there were also several costume drama crews filming there in the Imperial City of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
However, they are all filming TV series, including the TV series "Three Kingdoms" that director Gao Xixi is currently filming. It is the version in which Chen Jianbing plays Cao Cao, Yu Hewei plays Liu Bei, and Lu Yi plays Zhuge Liang.
Cheng Hao also starred as Diao Chan in the original version. Nowadays, the new Tokyo movie queen is working on the big screen one after another. Naturally, she has no time to take supporting roles in TV series. Of course, because Cheng Hao's schedule is full during this period, Gao Xixi
The director was smart enough not to invite him, but instead found another beautiful woman, Jiang Qinqin, but Jiang Qinqin has not yet joined the cast.
Because "The Wind" only used the studio here, in order to avoid interference, the crew entered and exited through the back door of the film and television city on the edge of the Xiaoqing River near the studio.
Only a few dozen meters away from the back door is the intersection of the Xiaoqing River and the famous Baigou River. The Baigou River is actually not wide, and almost dries up during the dry season. It is hard to imagine that this small river branch could actually be used in the Northern Song Dynasty.
It held back hundreds of thousands of Liao troops for a hundred years.
When he was approaching the door, Shen Ming suddenly slowed down and said in surprise: "Hey, why are there so many reporters?"
He Xin, who was closing his eyes to rest, opened his eyes and looked through the windshield. Sure enough, there were more than a dozen people gathered at the back door. The long guns and short cannons in their hands marked their identities as reporters.
It's no secret that "The Wind" was filmed here. Usually, there are reporters in groups of two or three waiting at the back door to try their luck. If they see a car coming or going, they will shoot a scene. If they are lucky, they can interview one or two actors.
"The Wind" has not held any press conference so far. It is a gimmick to keep the spy film mysterious. Moreover, when signing the agreement with the actors and crew at the time, there were clear confidentiality requirements.
He was surprised by the sudden appearance of so many reporters today, and couldn't help but ask: "Is there any big news in the past two days?"
"Ah? Oh, it's nothing. The entertainment news in the past two days is all about the release of Director Chen's "Mei Lanfang". It is said that the box office is quite good, and Director Xu's "Women Are Not Bad" premiered today.
Reflection... If there is any other explosive news, it may be that Chen Peiti blasted some sketches that abuse the disabled and suspected of insinuating Uncle Benshan; Oh, and the other thing is that Ni Zhen and Zhou Huimin just announced their breakup yesterday, and there seems to be no other news.
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One of Shen Ming's daily tasks as an assistant is that he needs to know the news happening in the industry at all times.
"What a mess!"
Except for the news about the release of Director Chen's "Mei Lanfang" which is a big event, the rest are just gossip.
Speaking of Director Chen's "Mei Lanfang", the outside world has been paying close attention to it because it is a Peking Opera theme. I especially hope that Director Chen can produce an immortal work comparable to "Farewell My Concubine".
Perhaps it was because he was watching one of Guoshi's blockbusters hit the box office one after another, that Director Chen also realized the sense of crisis. Especially after the disastrous failure of "The Promise", he tried to return to the field he was familiar with and use an epic
level biographies to win back the victory.
He Xin had never seen "Mei Lanfang" in his previous life, but he knew that the film's reputation was not very good. However, because "Farewell My Concubine" was the best, the box office of "Mei Lanfang" exceeded 15 million on the day it was released.
After finishing work last night, he was dragged by his girlfriend to watch a midnight show. Because of the bad reputation in his impression, he didn't take it seriously at first and just spent time with his girlfriend.
But he never expected that he would be shocked as soon as he read the beginning.
The young Mei Lanfang at the beginning? That is, the part performed by Yu Sao and the story of Thirteen Yan, the "King of the Actor World" at that time. From the moment Mei Lanfang appeared as a child to the melancholy ending of Thirteen Yan's defeat to Mei Lanfang.
Is the whole process completed in one go? There are constant climaxes and wonderful lines emerge one after another. The setting and character charm of the characters are top-notch.
I have to say that Director Chen's aesthetic skills are more vividly displayed in this part. Whether it is the restoration of the old capital or the setting of the environment and atmosphere that blends with the emotions of the characters, they are all very clear.
The performance of Wang Xueqi, the actor who plays Thirteen Yans, who supports this wonderful opening, can be said to be at its peak. Lao Wang can also be regarded as Director Chen's favorite actor, from "Yellow Earth" and "Military Parade" to today's "
Mei Lanfang", and then to later generations of "The Orphan of Zhao", "Search" and "The Taoist Comes Down the Mountain"? Lao Wang has all contributed very wonderful performances.
He Xin especially likes Mr. An, who he played in "Heroes of Heaven and Earth". He absolutely crushes the awesome and coaxing Jiang Wen. And the image of the old man has always been maintained very well? Nowadays, people in their sixties are still upright? Old and
Strong? Not greasy at all. No wonder Fan Xiaopang also wants to try this old hay.
Hmm? Chewy!
At the same time, corresponding to Lao Wang's performance, Qiu Rubai, played by Yan Wang, can be said to be a performance full of explosive power. The handling of some delicate emotions is amazing.
If the entire movie is of the same standard as the opening part, then Director Chen has definitely created another classic comparable to "Farewell My Concubine". But the second half, to be precise, is after Mei Lanfang, played by Li Min, appears?
The level of the film is on a downward trend? The content is not rich, the emotions are not complex, there is a lack of dramatic conflicts, etc. Common problems similar to those in "The Promise" begin to emerge.
Although Li Min has worked very hard, every move and every move is impressive, but compared with the elder brother in "Farewell My Concubine", he lacks a little sparkle. As Xu Ke and Li Bingbing pointed out, his skills are full of
,no feeling.
It is this lack of spirit that is destined to make Li Min's performance lack appeal and power, and cannot make the audience empathize like his brother. Although there are many good lines, there are just no good chapters.
And it became more and more unbearable as it went on, and it was extremely long, just like an online novel. He Xin almost fell asleep while sitting in the cinema.
When he was sitting in the car with his eyes closed just now, he was still feeling sorry for Director Chen. As described in "My Youth Is Dedicated to You": "The most suitable place for Mr. Kai to stay is the ivory tower. Every nation
, there will always be two or three such men, no matter how poor the country is, it must be supported. The task is simple, there is only one thing, if you want to make an epic that has great awareness value for the nation, there is no need to consider entertainment at all.
The audience is also a small group of scholars who study the history of the nation’s soul. Others can watch it or not.
For such a man, if you try to persuade him to be approachable, you are harming him. Mr. Kai, if you listen to my advice, you will never come out of the ivory tower..."
Director Chen just walked out of the ivory tower and was contaminated by the tackiness of the world. Now he can never go back!
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At this moment, the reporters guarding the back door saw the cars approaching, especially this Audi Q7. They knew it was He Xin's new car, and they immediately swarmed up and started taking pictures.
"Shen Ming, slow down, be careful not to touch anyone!"
Seeing the formation, He Xin quickly told Shen Ming, pressed down the car window, stuck his head out and shouted: "Everyone, be careful!"
When the reporters saw him sticking his head out, they quickly asked: "Teacher He, are you and Teacher Wang Zhiwen both playing villains in "The Wind"?"
"Teacher He, Director Xu Ke went to Beijing to attend the premiere of "Women Are Not Bad". Is the crew still continuing filming?"
"Teacher He..."
"Hey, if you're not going to attend the premiere of "Women Are Not Bad", why are you here?"
"Okay, okay, don't worry, everyone. We will hold a launch conference in Tianjin on December 28th. Everyone is welcome to attend. We will answer your questions by then, okay? Now please let me know.
Give up, help me, I have to rush to film?"
"Hey, Teacher He, Director Xu Ke is not here, who is in charge of directing?"
"Mr. He, why didn't the press conference be held until December 28th?"
"Yes, why is the press conference held in Tianjin? Does the story take place in Tianjin?"
"Teacher He..."
He Xin answered one question and raised a bunch of questions.
"Well, in addition to director Xu Ke, our play also has director Gao Qunshu, who is also the screenwriter of this play. Well, I can only reveal this for now. Please cooperate with me."
As for why you chose to hold the premiere press conference in Tianjin on December 28th?
That's because you borrow someone else's territory to film and ask for their help and cooperation. Naturally, you also have to cooperate with their publicity work. In a sense, this is called setting up a stage for literature and art, and acting economically.
Moreover, the grand scene of the Double Ten celebration happened to be merged with the New Year's Fireworks Party held by their government, which also solved the problem of thousands of extras needed at the scene.
Of course, these details cannot be disclosed to reporters for the time being, as they will be used as topics for promotional roadshows when the film is released in the future.
At this time, the security guards guarding the back door of the film and television city also ran over to help maintain order, which allowed the car to drive in smoothly.
He Xin breathed a sigh of relief, shook his head and said with a bitter smile: "Why are all these reporters staying here?"
"This shows that our show is getting a lot of attention!" Shen Ming took the opportunity to flatter him.
He Xin looked back at the reporter who was still taking pictures of the back of the car, and said: "In a moment, tell the production director to buy a few cups of hot coffee for these reporters and send them over. They can't stand it in this cold weather."
Easy."
"I know, brother!"
…
"Teacher He!"
"Hey, hello!"
"Teacher He, you are here!"
"coming!"
"boss!"
"Tsk, how many times have I told you, don't call me boss on the set, the director is the boss, call me Brother Xin!"
"Oh, new brother!"
"Whoever sees you, Manager Lu, ask him to come to the dressing room to find me later."
"I know, old...new brother!"
After getting out of the car, He Xin greeted the familiar staff and taught an unknown company employee a lesson while walking towards the dressing room.
As soon as he entered the door, he saw that Wang Kai had already sat inside early and started to put on makeup again.
"Akai, it's so early!"
Today's notice states that work will start at 3 p.m. Generally, actors come here to put on makeup and change clothes about an hour in advance, but it's only 1 p.m. now.
"Anyway, it's okay to stay in the hotel. I'll come over right after dinner, so I can warm up in advance."
Compared with the shyness and awkwardness when they first met, King Kaikai relaxed a lot at this time, and answered with a smile showing his big white teeth.
Actors filming are actually quite similar to athletes. Before going on stage, they need to warm up in advance to get their physical functions and spirits excited in order to achieve the best results.
He Xin nodded approvingly.
After this period of cooperation, he quite appreciates this junior fellow in Chinese drama. He is hardworking and hard-working. Although his talent is not too high, his overall performance is still up to standard, and he can surprise you from time to time.
The key is that it is not only easy to use but also cheap.