The filming went much smoother than expected, and the progress was so fast that my brother, Andy Lau and others were very surprised.
Not having to transition here saves a lot of time. It's nothing more than changing from one room to another, so that the props and photography team can prepare in advance.
Both the staff and the actors were amazed by Qin Xiaobao's directing skills after shooting the two scenes.
The first is the sense of picture.
Every director has a different style of directing. Some directors give you a script and you act according to it. If he doesn't think it's right, he calls cut. It's fine for an experienced actor, but it would be hard for a newcomer.
Some will explain it briefly, but it is very mysterious.
Xiaobao's acting skills are very clear, and he can tell you exactly what expression you are making, what tone you are using, and even your subtle movements.
At the beginning, my brother and the others were a little uncomfortable with it. Actors always have their own thoughts and ideas.
Qin Xiaobao didn't stop him either.
Just comparing the two, everyone, including themselves, felt that,
Indeed, the director is right!
Liu Tianwang was surprised, why have you never taken acting classes? Why can you do it so delicately?
In this regard, Xiaobao's explanation is very reasonable: I wrote the script, and I have gone through it countless times in my mind. I know exactly what reaction I should have when.
What he said is correct.
An excellent director has already transformed words into pictures when he sees the script.
Originally, we planned to shoot five scenes in the evening, and we would finish the work around 10:30.
Because of the improvement in efficiency, it was completed at nine o'clock. Seeing that the preparations were not done yet, Xiaobao waved his hand: get off work!
Teacher Roland was older and was sent back to the room first, while the others were not in a hurry.
The lighting engineer carefully moved the equipment to the corner: "This is an easy job. It usually takes two hours just to take it in and out. Now it's so good, just put it in the corner."
"Who says it's not the case? Check out the environment where you live. It's a resort. Two people share a room. Don't be too comfortable."
"Be happy!" Xiangyang leaned over.
"Yeah!" The two nodded.
"Then work hard and when it's finished, you'll get a red envelope."
"Thank you, Mr. Xiang."
Not only the lighting engineer, but other staff members are also similar. Every time they go out on location, they do physical work. Each box weighs hundreds of kilograms and has to be lifted out of the car with a loud bang.
It's so nice here, you don't have to move at all, it's countless times more relaxing.
"Two members of the crew will be on duty in the evening. Dinner will be served at eight o'clock tomorrow morning and filming will begin at nine o'clock..." Big Beard is the assistant director. In addition to assisting in filming, he also has to arrange daily work and filming plans.
"Okay, as you said, I will inform you that you are not allowed to drink during the filming. If you break this rule, don't blame me for falling out." Xiaobao said seriously.
"Don't worry, director, we are all professionals." After saying this, the bearded man left. There was still some finishing work that he needed to keep an eye on.
Qin Xiaobao didn't leave in a hurry. He took the script and shooting plan and carefully reviewed them, including what to do first when he got up tomorrow morning, what to pay attention to, whether there were any difficulties, etc.
I stayed for another hour or so before leaving.
Wearing short sleeves, he just opened the door when a gust of wind blew by. Goosebumps immediately appeared on his arms, which actually felt a little chilly.
The assistant waiting on the electric car saw him, got off the car immediately, and handed over a coat: "I checked the weather forecast. The temperature here differs by more than ten degrees in the morning and evening. It snows every year. Moreover, a few kilometers further inside,
There are also hot springs.”
Xiaobao said thank you, put on his clothes and got in the car.
It's a ten-minute journey from the villa to the three-story building rented by the crew. The sound of the electric car can't cover up the chirping of insects on the roadside. If you raise your head, you can see the almost invisible stars in the magical city.
Encountering this beautiful scenery on the way to get off work made me feel good.
I'm actually quite tired today. I woke up early, had a meeting, traveled a long distance, and was nervous when turning on the phone...
Many factors came together, and the concentration was very high, which was nothing before.
Now when I relax, my whole body feels soft and emptied out.
What he wanted most was to put a vat of hot water to soak it in and then have a bottle of cold beer.
The former can be done, but forget about drinking. As the director, I can lead by example.
After thinking about it for a while, I arrived at the place.
"Go and rest by yourself, don't worry about me." Xiaobao confessed and went straight upstairs.
"The director is back."
"Good night, director."
"Good director."
There was no elevator, so he had to climb up. When the crew members saw him, they all took the initiative to say hello.
The shooting at night made everyone convinced of him.
Working with a great director may not necessarily make you physically easier, because the requirements are more demanding, but it will be more efficient.
You are really tired when you encounter half a bucket of water. Sometimes after working for a long time, you find that all your efforts are in vain.
Qin Xiaobao gave them the impression that he has keen intuition, clear thinking, understands what is needed, accurately conveys it to the actors and crew, and executes it effortlessly.
It is not easy to do this. They have also encountered talented directors. Unless someone understands him, it is difficult for ordinary people to understand what he means.
It's very tiring to cooperate.
Of course, Xiaobao also has shortcomings. He doesn't understand many basic things, but with the bearded man coordinating by his side, it's naturally not a problem.
Besides, the crew has good food and accommodation, which is a plus.
As soon as we arrived on the fifth floor, we heard the sound of chatting coming from an open room.
Xiaobao walked over and took a look.
It's quite lively, brother, the king and the others are sitting together making tea!
"Hey, I'm back!" Xu Shaoxiong, who was sitting opposite, waved: "Director Qin, come and sit down for a while."
Qin Xiaobao actually wanted to go back to the room, take a shower and go to sleep, but it was obviously inappropriate.
"Where are the others?" After he sat down, he looked around and found that a few were not there.
"I'm sleepy, let's go back and rest first." Lin Xue poured him a cup of tea: "Try it, I brought it from Xiangjiang."
"Hahahaha," Xiaobao laughed: "We don't grow tea in Xiangjiang, and it's not from the mainland, so I'll just have a drink to avoid being unable to sleep at night and affecting tomorrow's filming."
"It's jasmine tea, it's okay." Lin Xue explained.
I really like this chubby actor Xiaobao. I first met him in "Dark War" as a simple and honest negotiator. He is brilliant in every role he plays and will not be overshadowed by the protagonist.
It’s just this non-standard Hong Kong and Taiwanese accent that sounds a bit tiring.
"Director Qin," my brother also changed his title: "I really think you are quite talented in directing. We were all praising you when we chatted just now. Why don't we just go down this road."
"Can't we take care of both?" Xiaobao knew how much he weighed.
The filming was good, but it was limited to the script he wrote. If someone else pitched it, he would just be blinded.
"Of course, I just think..."
"It's okay, I'm only twenty years old, I have lots of energy and good physical strength!"
With his words, everyone fell silent, as if he had offended all the bosses present.
Xu Shaoxiong laughed: "It's good to be young!"
Qin Xiaobao quickly changed the topic and looked at Sun Li: "Sister Li, is Brother Chao busy recently?"
"It's not bad, I just finished a movie and I'm taking care of the kids at home."
"Then Brother Chi Chi didn't often come to his house to drink with him?"
"Oh, you know them quite well. I'm almost bored to death." Sun Li frowned: "I can understand them having a drink. Every time they want to be together, they always drink heavily and get drunk.
kind."
"Aren't you going to teach him a lesson?"
"How to teach him a lesson?" Sun Li was very helpless: "After I got home, I lay down on the bed and huddled up, moaning in pain. Oops, ouch. I wanted to scold him but felt very pitiful."
Several men exchanged glances with each other silently.
"I think Brother Chao is just faking it!"
What Xiaobao said made his brother and the others glare at him, mmp, don't tell the truth!
"Huh?" Sun Li was confused.
"Brother Chao must have known that he was going to be punished when he came back. He might as well strike first to show his strength, show his weakness to the enemy, and behave in a pitiful and hard-working state to make you feel distressed. After you soften your heart, it will be over."
"Is there such an operation?" Sun Li looked at the other men.
King Liu Tian looked at the sky, his brother looked at the ground, Lin Xue and Xu Shaoxiong were toasting with tea...
"Wait until I get back and deal with him properly," Sun Li said angrily.
"Hey sister, what the hell, don't say it's me who said it, otherwise..." Qin Xiaobao realized later, holy shit, just by saying that, I don't know if the road has become wider or narrower!
(Today is the beginning of winter, everyone remember to take a supplement!)