Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 108 Opportunity for Cooperation

Kobayashi Tsuneo, this person has a connection with Wan Gu.

In the original time and space, after the filming of Seven was completed, Tsuneo Kobayashi would direct two works, "Almighty Jack" and "Kaikai Wars", both of which were Wan Gu's masterpieces.

Of course, the ratings for both of these shows are not good...

In particular, the Almighty Jack had a shitty incident, which directly led to Tetsuo Kinjo leaving Banku.

Because Tetsuo Kaneshiro is the chief writer, he needs to be responsible for the work.

At that time, someone inside Wangu secretly spread the rumor that an outside company gave Tetsuo Kaneshiro a large sum of money, asking him to deliberately write a bad story and then change jobs with the reward.

Tetsuo Kaneshiro was a sensitive person and could not bear the rumors, so he finally said goodbye to Wan Gu and returned to his hometown in Ryukyu. Later, he fell to his death after getting drunk, but that was another story.

The failure of the work was not the fault of the director or the crew, but a simple reason: Wan Gu fell ill.

Neither of these two works fit in with the style of the time, so they failed in ratings.

Looking back at it many years later, I find that it actually has many highlights.

As a classic work, the later "Stories of the World" has a close connection with "Strange Odds" and is a spiritual sequel.

Today's filming is over. Everyone worked together happily. I felt relaxed when I left the set.

"I was so worried today! I thought that guy was going to take advantage of us!"

"He didn't say much afterwards. Maybe he was impressed by us."

Several young men were talking about Fuji Shusuke and felt extremely fortunate.

Gu Ming walked but didn't say much.

Originally, there was no conflict between the action designer and the judo consultant, and he had no intention of making enemies because of such a thing.

Gu Ming casually asked Niemoto Tatsumi: "What did you think of that person when we fought before?"

"Very solid, with a very good foundation, worthy of being a disciple of a famous master." Nijiamoto Tatsumi said, "It's just that he's too aggressive. If he could calm down and focus on his moves, I wouldn't be able to defeat him. Especially in judo, he excels at various throws, ground moves, and joint techniques. If I don't aim to kill him, I can't beat him in a one-on-one duel."

Gu Ming nodded and said nothing more.

Judo is also an extremely important martial art in Japan, and I will definitely need to use judo as a reference when filming future works.

Of course Gu Ming could learn temporarily, but even then, he would need a master.

In comparison, it is better to find someone who already knows judo.

Kimura Masahiko is out of the question. He's old and hasn't played in person for a long time. He was injured a lot in his youth playing tournaments and international competitions. He's also high-status and wouldn't condescend to work for a small firm.

But, Gu Ming thought that Masahiko Kimura had quite a few disciples!

For example, Fuji Shusuke?

Gu Mingdao said, "Let's buy some gifts and pay a visit to meet that famous judo master!"

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On the way back, Fuji Shusuke felt a chill all over his body and shivered.

For some reason, he had the illusion that he was being stared at by an evil spirit.

I hurried back to the martial arts hall. By then, most people had left, but of course Masahiko Kimura was still there.

Now Masahiko Kimura lives alone and is taken care of by a servant.

Masahiko Kimura's wife died of tuberculosis a few years ago. At that time, Kimura Masahiko participated in international competitions in order to save money for his wife's tuberculosis treatment. As a result, he was injured and his wife's illness was not cured yet, so he returned to Japan to concentrate on promoting judo.

Fuji Shusuke informed the servant and waited for a while before he saw Kimura Masahiko.

"Master!"

As soon as Fuji Shusuke saw him, he knelt down and bowed deeply.

"I embarrassed you today! I, I can't even beat an actor!"

Kimura Masahiko, wearing a loose martial arts uniform, was kneeling there. He didn't seem surprised when he heard this.

"The one who fought with you was the young man in the lead, right? This isn't your fault."

At that time, Masahiko Kimura realized that Gu Ming was not easy to mess with. Even when facing a martial artist like him who had experienced many battles, he was not inferior in momentum and seemed to have an inexplicable confidence.

Muscles don't lie. With his many years of fighting experience, Masahiko Kimura could tell at a glance that Gu Ming was not easy to deal with.

Of course, Masahiko Kimura was confident that he could win, but he was in a very high position now and was considered a highly respected judo master. Naturally, he would not do something like hitting a stone with an egg, and fight against a killing master like Gu Ming.

There is no benefit in winning, and losing is just a loss of face.

Instead, it was Fuji Shusuke who volunteered to test it out, which coincided with his idea.

Masahiko Kimura said, "Tell me about what happened at that time." Fuji Shusuke then recounted the two fights.

After hearing this, Masahiko Kimura raised his eyebrows instantly, and there was a look of confusion on his square face.

"You're telling me you can't even shake his body? This man is standing there, and with your skills, you can't bring him down?"

Fuji Shusuke nodded.

Masahiko Kimura could hardly hold back from cursing.

This unscientific!

wrong.

This is not judo!

Fuji Shusuke was not his most outstanding disciple, but his skills were indeed not bad. No matter how strong the opponent was, he would be able to withstand his steps.

This situation will only occur in one case, that is, the opponent's strength is much stronger than Fuji Shusuke.

To be specific.

Even if Masahiko Kimura and Shusuke Fuji were to fight each other, it would be impossible for them to remain motionless.

Unless he is thirty years younger and back to his physical peak, he might not be able to do it then.

"Even if it was just a demonstration and not a real fight, if it's done to this extent...that young man is even more powerful than I thought!"

Before Masahiko Kimura could say something else, a servant came running outside the door and knelt down outside the dojo. He didn't come in but just bowed.

"Master, two young men claiming to be from the Extreme Action Agency came to visit."

Fuji Shusuke stood up, a little annoyed.

"Assholes! It must be them. They actually found their way here. I'll teach them a lesson..."

"Zhou Jie, sit down." Kimura Masahiko called him, "Be steady, don't be impulsive."

He thought for a moment, then told the servant to ask someone to come in and meet him.

Soon, Gu Ming and Niemoto Tatsumi walked into the martial arts arena together.

Gu Ming was about to come in when the servant reminded him, "Please take off your shoes and leave them outside. I will clean them."

Gu Ming bowed slightly, said sorry, and took off his shoes to enter the dojo.

Fuji Shusuke looked at the two of them, and although he was kneeling there, he could not help himself.

In his opinion, if someone came to his house rashly, it must be to seek revenge!
Gu Ming bowed slightly and said, "I've heard a lot about Mr. Kimura. We have the opportunity to work together. Please forgive me for coming to visit you without any hesitation."

Fuji Shusuke was about to stand up, but Kimura Masahiko raised his hand slightly and told him to stay steady.

"Zhou Jie, please go out first."

Fuji Shusuke was somewhat unwilling, but he could not disobey his master's order after all, so he stood up and left muttering.

Nijiamoto Tatsumi also understood at this moment, said sorry for bothering you, and got up to leave. Only Gu Ming and Kimura Masahiko were left in the martial arts arena. The servants just watched from afar outside, and did not come over, let alone look, but just lowered their heads to polish his shoes.

Gu Ming solemnly pushed the thing in his hand forward.

Through the opening, Masahiko Kimura could see several videotapes placed inside.

Masahiko Kimura looked up at Gu Ming with a questioning look.

What do you mean by giving me gifts, some videotapes?
Gu Ming is very straightforward and says something shocking the moment he opens his mouth.

"Mr. Kimura is a world-renowned martial artist. Unfortunately, times have changed. Young people today are not as interested in judo. Racing, drinking, and having fun are more interesting than judo."

"However, this does not mean that traditional martial arts have lost their stage..."

Gu Ming spoke for a while, and finally concluded: "These are the works I have acted in or directed. In addition, there will be another work broadcast on TBS TV next Saturday evening."

Gu Ming was talking about the first Ultraman OVA.

Kimura Masahiko refused to take the videotape and instead asked Gu Ming, "Do you think this is useful?"

Gu Ming nodded. "Yes, it's useful. Film and television dramas are always the best mediums. The images of the action are not comparable to boring narration. For example, if this judo straight line is well performed, the audience will also be interested in judo because of it. That's why I need the cooperation of my agency and your dojo to show the wonderful side of judo."

Masahiko Kimura is not someone who doesn't know how to adapt.

He was silent for a while, and finally nodded.

"It's airing next Saturday, I see."

After saying that, he took the bag containing the videotape behind him.

(End of this chapter)