Back to the Republic of China as a director

Zhou Siyin's face was going to turn red...

If it wasn't for him trying to restrain himself.

Ji Shuangyu sat on him with the camera on his shoulders, and when he leaned over to shoot, he would bother him openly: "Can you help me?"

"..." Zhou Siyin put the other free hand on his waist under the natural eyes of him and all the crew members, and held it cautiously.

Ji Shuangyu: "Steady yourself up."

Zhou Siyin: "..."

Ji Shuangyu did this on purpose!

His whole body was about to split, and Ji Shuangyu was sitting in his arms, but this was a studio full of students who came to study! !

So he not only had to endure it, but also pretended to be very serious, talking and laughing happily!Otherwise, you will be ruined!

All his acting skills exploded at this moment.

After Ji Shuangyu entered the working state, the ridicule in his eyes disappeared, but this was even more fatal to Zhou Siyin.

Looking at his focused eyes from such a close distance and from such an angle, because it is a moving shot, the two of them have to flip on the ground with the movement. Even if they stand up and support the wall, they are still very close. How can one bear it? ...

Zhou Siyin really likes to hang out with Ji Shuangyu, but he never imagined that there would be such a moment.

As soon as Xu Yunru said to show pain, he immediately squeezed the props tightly, and the veins stood out.

From the wrist to the fingertips, it seems to be expressing pain...

In addition to the lying posture, Ji Shuangyu squatted or knelt, and asked Zhou Siyin to press down his hand from behind-this basically required Zhou Siyin to hug Ji Shuangyu to complete.

After a series of shots were taken, Zhou Siyin was almost gone.

He was very tempted to see Ji Shuangyu like this, his face was hot when they were so tightly pressed together, and he was even more ashamed to be surrounded by so many people.But it can't show any abnormality, revealing a trace of emotion.

After the end, Ji Shuangyu stood up with the camera on his shoulders, and said solemnly: "Thank you Baoduo, you have worked hard."

Liu Liang also hurried over to pass a tissue, "Mr. Zhou, wipe off your sweat, it's really hot in the shed, your face is blushing."

Zhou Siyin: "..."

Xu Yunru said with emotion: "I didn't expect General Manager Zhou to be so serious. It's obviously just a one-handed performance, but I can almost feel the struggle in it. The performance is so good."

Zhou Siyin: "...Thank you, I am also entrusted by others, and it is a matter of loyalty."

Ji Shuangyu: "Yeah, good job, next time I will find you as a substitute."

Zhou Siyin: "..."

Everyone thought the principal was very humorous, and they laughed loudly, and the laughter in the shed was loud, "Hahahahahahaha."

Next, waiting for Ji Shuangyu to finish filming, Zhou Siyin sat by the side completely dumbfounded, feeling that all the strength in his body was gone.Thinking back to the scene just now, I still feel a lingering warmth in my arms...

When Ji Shuangyu finished filming a segment, she came and sat next to Zhou Siyin, and asked leisurely, "How is it? Isn't work more fun than dating?"

Zhou Siyin: "..."

He is naive!

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Fortunately, the shooting of "Ask the Blue Sky" has been going on for a while, and it will be completed in a short time, and there is no need for similar shooting. Otherwise, I have gone through a few dates on the set, and I have seen how Ji Shuangyu can make the most of his work. Zhou Siyin People are really dying...

After Ji Shuangyu finished this photography job for students, the most regrettable thing was: "It would be great if this film was in color."

He felt that Xu Yunru's style might be more exciting if colors were added, and he could completely imagine it himself.

"You mean, paint on it?" Xu Yunru said, what he said was adding color in the later stage.

"I'm talking about color film. I heard that foreign countries have been shooting for the past two years..." Ji Shuangyu said, "I'm afraid the price is still very expensive."

Black and white film is so expensive, let alone color, Xu Yunru dare not even think about it.Moreover, he just got used to sound films not long ago, and then add color to the film?God, what is that supposed to be like, do you have to do a color scheme?

Ji Shuangyu: "So we have to find a way to buy some. Don't buy too much. When the time comes, whichever student has the best plan, I will give some."

Xu Yunru: "...!!"

Ji Shuangyu has left, but Xu Yunru is still stupid.

Our school, our principal... is too exaggerated!Staying in school is more enjoyable than working in a production company. How can I get used to it after graduation? ?

At this time, "Strange Tales of Things in the Ancient Capital" has been released for about a month, but the box office has not seen any decline. Even the clothes of the characters in the film are all the rage.That's all for Zhao Cuo'e, but most of the other supporting roles are students of Chinese opera, and they also have a "Korihong". Some film companies are eager to try and find them to make films.

All the outsiders are looking forward to it, hoping to send a copy so that people can have a quick look.

At first, this kind of enthusiasm was only among the Chinese——

If there are a considerable number of foreigners in Shanghai and Beijing, these foreign friends have to have fun in their daily lives.

For example, the busiest areas in the capital with the most foreign companies are all close to the embassy. Although these foreigners are in China, they are naturally accustomed to their own country. When watching movies, they basically choose foreign films.

In fact, let alone them, there has always been a voice in China, that if you want to watch meaningful and well-made movies, you should choose to import movies.

The popular screening of "The Strange Tale of Things in the Ancient Capital" did not attract them at the beginning. The technology of Eastern and Western movies is too different.

The turning point happened at a party at the Zhiyun Office.

The so-called Zhiyun Office is a trade club for silk, satin and foreign goods. All the famous and famous merchants in the industry are present, and there are also some foreign businessmen.Because "The Strange Talk of Things in the Ancient Capital" is the most fashionable movie recently, everyone inevitably talked about it.

Du Ming, the young son of Dexian Textile Factory, is a loyal audience of the show. Since its release, he has watched it no less than five times. He still wants to ask everyone: "I think we can watch it again at night. I have tickets here."

"Young Master Du, how about we go to the restaurant after watching the movie?"

"Excellent and entertaining!"

"Why don't you go to the Beijing Opera? Recently, I feel that the scenery of this Beijing Opera is very interesting and artistic." There was also a European businessman named Andre who was present, and he suggested with a smile.

In normal times, everyone might also enthusiastically agree, that is, our old drama has been praised by Oxi theater experts, and it is not surprising that you foreigners find it novel and are fascinated.

But Du Ming is a loyal movie fan, he asked in a daze, "Are you prejudiced, thinking that Chinese movies must be bad, why don't you go to Beijing opera?"

Andre: "..."

Why do you still bring your own imagination.

Andre's relationship with the people of Zhiyun Company is for business. How could he offend people so casually? He quickly explained: "I didn't mean it. I just said it casually. I just really appreciate Beijing opera."

The others also smoothed things over, this Du Ming likes movies too much.

Du Ming still stared at Andre: "Then do you think Huaxia's movies are good?"

Andre: "..."

Although it was unintentional just now, if you have to ask this way... Andre really can't say it's good, he hasn't seen it!I also think it is unlikely to look good!

It wasn't out of malice, the director Ji Shuangyu's name, Andre had heard of it after he had been in China for a year.

Many foreigners in Beijing and Shanghai have enjoyed dramas such as "Luoyang Spring" and "Stunning Beauty". They have also seen many advertisements for Hanxing fountain pens before, and they approve of the director's aesthetics.

But the circle is different. They always feel in their hearts that to actually make a movie, they still have to watch Western movies. Movies and old and new dramas are different arts. They rely heavily on science and pay attention to technology.This commercial video is only a few minutes, so it can't explain anything.

The Chinese people's expectations for Ji Shuangyu, they don't quite understand, and even think it's a bit exaggerated, it seems that everyone is more self-confident.

Andre said tactfully: "Director Ji's set is indeed beautiful, and the commercials are also shot very well..."

Du Ming knew it at the sight of his expression, and immediately said: "Don't talk about those useless things, I don't like people pretending to be polite to me, and you don't understand this movie at all. Do you dare to make a bet with me? I'll take you to watch this movie today, and after watching it, all you have to do is tell me if these two hours are worth it for you, but if it's not worth it at all, I'll give you this watch!"

On the contrary, he wants nothing, he just wants this person to admit that this is a very impressive film!

Du Ming took off the famous watch on his wrist and put it on the table.

Some people present booed, some dissuaded, and some watched the excitement.

Quite a few of them didn't care about Du Ming's temperament, but were a little worried about Ji Shuangyu...

To be honest, this film is not only good-looking, but also invigorating. Many people say that it has skills beyond the West.

The critics praised Ji Shuangyu like something, but it should be noted that everyone grew up in a different environment.

They were very worried that the businessman was good-looking, but he had no interest in the "Ancient Capital" with a strong Chinese style, so they couldn't understand it.Anyone who has read it knows that many of the metaphors in it are Chinese-style.

Besides, this film has no foreign language subtitles at all!

Since when do Chinese movies in Shanghai need foreign language subtitles? They always add Chinese to foreign language movies...

In this way, even if someone is translating, it may be difficult to convey the essence.

But in case of losing, it really poured cold water on the high emotions of the Huaxia audience. Although it is possible to win, but...

How should I put it, I'm so nervous!Can Andre, a foreigner who has only been in China for a year, buy Ji Shuangyu's movie?

The positions are different, and when Andre heard it, he immediately agreed, which is not a loss at all!

Just do it.

Andre was immediately taken to the theater. His Chinese knowledge was limited, and Du Ming's foreign language ability was only mediocre. Thanks to the friends watching the fun, everyone competed to translate for him.

The ending can be imagined, Andre was completely conquered!

He has always liked watching all kinds of animal movies and thrillers, and he is also an enthusiastic fan of sound movies.He came from a good family background and has a certain ability to taste. When there was a quarrel between sound and silent films, Andre not only stood on the side of sound films, but also firmly believed that too many sound films should not be added.

Before that, Andre's favorite sound film only contained about half of the music. In his mind, it was already quite niche and artistic, but he firmly believed that it was a good film.

He had heard people talk about the Chinese film "The Strange Story of Things in the Ancient Capital" by chance before, and when he mentioned the excellent sound effects in it, what he imagined was that it was filled with all kinds of scary music.

After watching the film, his entire concept of sound films was subverted. The use of music in this film is far less than his previous favorite, but the richness of sound is far superior!Ambient sound is a design that he never thought of before!

The excitement on the screen can be understood without translation.

After watching the movie, Andre excitedly grabbed Du Ming's hand: "Thank you! Thank you so much! Mr. Du, thank you for bringing me here. If it wasn't for you, maybe I would have missed it because of my arrogance! I In this life, I have never seen such a special and wonderful movie!!"

Du Ming was dumbfounded, he didn't expect Andre to be more excited than himself... What's wrong with this foreigner, haven't you seen a movie? ?

The people accompanied by the office also exclaimed in low voices, amazing, they really subdued this ghost.

The more people understand, the more excited they really are.

Andre wanted to roll over on the spot a few times, his face was flushed, and he decided to watch it a few more times. There were still some details in the movie that he hadn't figured out just now.

As a result, not only was Du Ming more satisfied, but he also wanted to talk about the film all day long, and even mentioned the fact that he had won the bet.

Andre has also become a fanatic. He never expected to meet his love so far in Huaxia. He has watched it many times, not to mention that he would sell Amway crazily in gatherings of foreigners.

Those who have just arrived in China, especially those who have a well-developed film production industry in their country, are not very interested in this.

——Their way of thinking is that what Chinese people are flocking to is probably an imitation of Western technology, but the authentic product has not yet been passed on.You have lived in China for a long time, I am afraid you don't know the latest fashion!

These people still don't know Ji Shuangyu at all, so they are naturally more indifferent than Andre before.

Andre immediately fought back frantically, much more excited than Du Ming was back then.

"You don't understand film at all! There are a lot of groundbreaking techniques in this film. I can't believe that these shooting methods have appeared on the other side of the ocean! I read the special issue, and it took half a year to make this film. The sound film appeared After being in the world, how long did it take to come to China from the west? Only four months! If these technologies had appeared, we should have seen them long ago!" Andre argued.

"Creative technique? Our country produces masters like Anatole! Do you mean this level of groundbreaking?" The other party mentioned that he is a film master, and his shots are all experimental. sexual art film.

Everyone knows that although the box office of art films is not as high as that of commercial films, they explore more possibilities of film, and many techniques are invented in art films.

And "Strange Tales of Things in the Ancient Capital" is not only a Chinese film, it is obviously a commercial film.

Andre said affirmatively: "That's right! Even beyond - and more than one!"

"...You're crazy." The other party murmured, he thought he had already moved out of Anatole, and Andre should have nothing to say, who knew that Andre would really dare to brag.

"I'll let you admit that this film is wonderful, beyond the times." Andre said firmly.

He took the same measures as Du Ming, but he would not ask for nothing.They made a bet worth 1000 yuan and a gem.

As a result, the other party had to publicly admit: Even in my country, there has never been such an exciting and attractive shooting technique!At least not two months ago, when I was still across the ocean, no!

Because of Andre's complete victory, the bet spread throughout Shanghai.It also attracted many newspapers to interview Andre, and Andre showed everyone the foreign language version of the movie manual he made, and talked about it with eloquence.

After reading the report, many critics called out experts, good guy!This ghost can blow more than all of us put together! !

It was from this bet that it originated, and developed from Andre's mad love, the viewing craze of "The Strange Tale of Things in the Ancient Capital" attracted all the foreigners in Beijing and Shanghai.

After all, thanks to Andre's propaganda, the so-called "better than all Western films" is no longer an exaggerated means in their eyes of Chinese advertisements.

Even normal Chinese people have to read it several times to appreciate the details and digest the rhythm.Watching it once is cool, watching it twice is satisfying, watching it three times is pleasant...

From the perspective of foreigners, those few times are not enough. They only have the unofficial manual made by Andre in their hands, and they cannot restore all the details at all.

For a considerable number of loyal movie fans who are stuck like Andre, they don't want to read the manual anymore, they want to know the meaning of every line, the subtext, and the meaning of all metaphors and easter eggs!

——At that time, a foreign-funded newspaper even sent a reporter to collect and sort out the metaphors in the film, and came up with "something you don't know about "The Strange Story of the Ancient Capital Town". Very popular among foreign audiences.

It was these foreigners who had a sense of rights and interests and protested to several Chinese-funded cinemas: foreigners are human too!Also the audience!We are asking for foreign language subtitles!Don't make messy explanations, but translate carefully!

Cinema side: "..."

This audience is not small, and they have purchasing power. In recent days, many foreigners have asked to buy posters for collection.

In the past, most of them would only go to foreign-funded theaters to watch movies, and they couldn't talk about watching Chinese movies or even buying peripherals.

The Chinese film industry has been greatly encouraged. Have you seen that not only the box office is booming day by day, but even foreigners have applied for subtitles in foreign languages. No matter which city you are in, this is the first time in the world!

Now fans and critics are more confident and bold in bragging.

Of course, no matter how confident and daring they are, they are no match for Ji Shuangyu...

——While the theater was elated, they also vowed to do a good job in translation and earn more money from foreigners. They found translators who are proficient in foreign languages, and only hoped that Ji Shuangyu would give some pointers on some terms.

So I made an appointment to talk to Ji Shuangyu at Yong'an Cinema.

Xu Xinyue also rubbed her hands. Didn't he also receive complaints from foreigners asking for subtitles?

"Foreign language subtitles? I have two versions here, English and French, and they have already been prepared." Ji Shuangyu said to the theater managers who came to him.

"When did you finish it?" The other party was inconceivable. It took only a few days for this matter to ferment in two cities. How could it be done already? It's amazing speed!

Even Xu Xinyue didn't know about it, and he was kept secret about the Easter egg until the end...

"When changing the script, I translated an original version, and adjusted it later with the editing." Ji Shuangyu said leisurely, "I have to prepare for it to be sold abroad and screened in the future."

Theater Manager: "..."

It’s not that there are no films that can be transported abroad. At the earliest, some of our own people took costume drama films overseas for screening, which did not arouse any enthusiastic response. However, foreigners filmed films in China and then shipped them overseas, and they often filmed them. The outdated picture has attracted a lot of criticism from the Chinese, and the company specially produced a serious Chinese promotional video to set the record straight.

As for Ji Shuangyu, it is said that selling abroad is like importing overseas commercial blockbusters...

But if you think about it carefully, why not?It can be seen from the feedback of audiences from various countries living in the two cities that movies are a universal audio-visual language all over the world!

It can only be said that Director Ji is really confident, but his preparations are not in vain, so he is very convinced.

"Then when will the subtitles be available to us?" Among other things, the theater manager asked anxiously, not knowing how long it would take to add subtitles.

Ji Shuangyu smiled embarrassedly: "What do you think?"

Cinema Manager: "??"

"I know!" Xu Xinyue showed a caring smile like a senior when she heard the familiar question type, "Let's talk first, subtitles are another price!"

Cinema Manager: "..."

The author has something to say:

Ji Shuangyu: This is called time planning, doing two things at the same time~