I'm not a drama freak, I can really see through the script

Chapter 292, This Graduation Show – A Perfect Score

"Yuan Shikai! I'm sorry to the Republic of China!"

The resounding voice was not something that came out of nowhere.

Such a deafening sound was truly enormous.

The major premise is based on what the "Three Friends of Xiangjiang" saw through their perspective—poverty, hunger, and the injustices and hardships faced by the people and masses under feudal rule.

The Xinhai Revolution opened a door and a window in this dark feudal era, and the Three Friends of Xiangjiang...

The protagonists, through this dark door and window, saw the light and realized just how much darkness and depravity lay behind them.

Reading and education were the themes that Yang Changji always spoke of: "Reading, teaching, nurturing people, and saving the country."

Here, these words have become concrete.

The main characters also gave back.

On Yuan Shikai's birthday, he and his lackey, the governor, were writing pro-Japanese articles at Hunan Normal University, praising the new emperor's ascension to the throne.

He has let down the country and the martyrs who fought to overthrow feudalism.

Go to those who open a window in this dark age.
Therefore, the students of Hunan Normal University did not become accomplices to evil, but instead acted in a student-centered manner.

He wrote his pro-Japanese articles and distributed them extensively on Yuan Shikai's birthday—oh, it turns out they had been switched, replaced with Liang Qichao's banned books.

It made Governor Tang and Yuan Shikai lose face.

Absolutely. What a huge embarrassment!

In the scene, the students' passionate voices, facing the guns pointed at them by warlord soldiers, showed no fear whatsoever.
They should be afraid, because guns are real things, loaded, loaded with bullets, and capable of killing people.

And these are students from Hunan Normal University.

The main characters, Cai Sen and Xiao Zisheng, as the leaders, showed no fear and took the lead.
at this time,

The students watching the movie in Li Xuan's dormitory had only one thought at that moment.

That is, they are too handsome.

They rebelled against the powerful and wealthy, and against Yuan Shikai.

They're more like the "Four Young Masters" of "Alliston Business School" in idol dramas.

They're so handsome it's unbelievable!
An idol is a feeling.

Being handsome is a kind of charm.

Cai Yulong, who came from an idol drama background, deeply understood this point. At this time, she was in Beiping, watching a drama with Liu Lili.

Actually, she really likes idol dramas—if she didn't like idol dramas, she wouldn't be able to create that idol drama feel.

Because of passion, such a work can be created, which is perfectly reasonable. It also follows the inherent logic and reasoning of idol drama plots.

An ordinary girl, handsome, rich, and all-around talented guys. And all those guys only love this girl.

This is the target audience profile for 'idol dramas' and 'youth films,' highlighting their core needs.

The core idea is simple: imagine an ordinary girl being loved by these perfect boys.

Another reason why Cai Yulong is not optimistic about "The Young Pioneers" is that the work does not actually portray the feeling of being loved, and there is no country bumpkin female lead, which does not quite match the audience of idol youth.
Even after watching the show, she was repeatedly given unexpected surprises.
The main theme of the book initially surprised her slightly, and even gave her a somewhat strange feeling.

This was the first time she had ever seen someone reading a book in a teen movie. This strange feeling lingered in her mind because it was unlike any teen movie or idol drama she had ever seen before.

Is this 'correct'?

All she knew was that idol dramas needed to highlight the male leads' qualities such as 'handsome,' 'charming,' 'tall,' and 'perfect.'

The main characters of "The Young Pioneers" are portrayed in a more ordinary way. However, their good looks are innate; even without much makeup, the three main actors are all very handsome, which is undeniable.

The students at Beijing Film Academy are all undeniably handsome, each with their own unique charm.

Zhu Yawen is more masculine, while Luo Jin is more refined. Li Xuan.

Well, even now, Cai Yulong still can't figure out what kind of handsome guy Li Xuan is.

He seems to be able to change his type as an actor according to the needs of the role. As for what kind of handsome guy he is, there doesn't seem to be a specific adjective to describe him.

It really is like a mystery.

And his decision to become a director is not surprising.

He has the talent to understand scripts and characters, and he has a natural talent for directing. However, having talent and producing a finished product are two different things.

Even someone as influential as Ye Jing from the Beijing entertainment circle could flop with Wang Shuo's original work. As a director, there is another crucial quality, one that is necessary even with connections—that is, 'aesthetic sense'.

This is not something that can be easily cultivated later in life.
Does someone like Li Xuan even exist?

A peasant, someone who has never been exposed to 'high aesthetics'.

Will he have it?

Have.

It's fucking true.

In "The Young Students", when they raised their arms and shouted.

When 'Yuan Shikai has let down the Republic of China'.

That cool feeling.

He surpasses even the male leads in idol dramas.

It's so tall it's almost reaching the sky.

Originally, "Smiling Pasta" was a work produced by his friend in Taiwan, and Tsai Yu-Lung actually had high hopes for the work.

The cast consists entirely of top-tier idols, a mature team, and the male lead group is impeccable in both appearance and temperament.

With Wang Xinling, the contemporary "Sweetheart Queen," as the female lead, the show is designed to guarantee both high ratings and high quality.
Cai Yulong suddenly had a strange feeling.

"you say."

"Um?"

"Will Li Xuan become a sinner in the field of 'idol dramas'?"

Liu Lili remained silent for a moment.

"possible."

Just now, Cai Yulong suddenly felt that current idol dramas are so boring.

There's a sense of emptiness; those male protagonists, those high-class men adorned with various embellishments, don't seem to match the idols created in "The Young Pioneers."

They used the purest 'courage' to create such a towering figure.

You think Li Xuan's move will raise the bar for aesthetic standards in the industry?

That would truly be an heinous crime.

For a long time, idol dramas and youth dramas have mostly created an image of someone worth admiring.

President, Director, Second-generation rich kid.

These labels form the basis of male characters in youth films; most of them possess these traits with few exceptions.

That shout.
Even Xu Xiang couldn't help but gasp.

One word.

it is good!
This is amazing!
That surge of energy and spirit burst forth immediately.

In the principal's office at the Central Academy of Drama, Liu Tianchi murmured to himself.

The protagonist possesses both the 'courage' to resist warlords and the 'wisdom' to conceal his identity. Even after disrupting the enthronement ceremony of pro-Japanese Wen Zhang and Yuan Shikai, he didn't foolishly stay at school.

Instead, they chose to hide and escape.

Governor Tang's men went to investigate, but they couldn't find the main characters who had thrown the forbidden book into the coronation ceremony.

People from schools, classrooms, and even warlords' henchmen were protecting him.

Of course, the plot can't always go so smoothly; there will always be people who 'betray the masses'.

Like Xiao Zisheng, the protagonist, and even most of the students here who can afford to go to school, they are all 'traitors' to their own social class.
Therefore, it's normal for someone to betray the masses to emerge.
Student self-governance and the struggles among students on campus are like a microcosm.

Here, the protagonist and Cai Sen notice the 'farmer'.
It seems that more ink was devoted to this.

"Li Xuan's talent is truly remarkable. I admire him more and more. We've really struck gold this time. Wang Fengsheng, that guy, has lived a mediocre life, but he actually produced such a student just before he was about to retire."

Xu Xiang was genuinely jealous.

If I were to encounter this script myself...

Maybe I really will be tempted.

They did everything they could to support his filming.

But in the end, Xu Xiang shook his head.

No, I don't know how.

As long as he remains the same Xu Xiang who cares about winning and losing and personal gain.

Then I wouldn't do such an impulsive thing.

Only Wang Fengsheng would do that.

Only he is qualified to enjoy such honors today.

Enjoy the rewards that Li Xuan's work brings him.

At this point in the series, it's safe to say that Wang Fengsheng's reputation is secure, and has landed safely. How much he ultimately gains from this role remains to be seen.
It depends on how well Li Xuan's work will ultimately be received.

It seems to be much more than just meeting the requirements.

Judging from market feedback.

The viewership rating remains at 4.5 and is still climbing.

Although it's very slow.
But at least, it can prove its authenticity.

The audience was captivated.

Meanwhile, the drama next door, "Days Related to Youth," had a rating of 0.04 on the second day and has since been pulled from the schedule. Of the two dramas that initially capitalized on the negative buzz surrounding "The Young Students," one has already died on the spot.

On the other hand, Smiling Pasta, as an idol drama, still maintained its incredibly strong ratings, dropping slightly from 8.9 to 8.2. Although there was a slight decline, it remained relatively stable overall. "No, no, our ratings are still incredibly strong. It's okay. Hunan TV is still the ultimate winner. There were no strong competitors this season, and our choice was still absolutely correct."

At this moment, Zhou Dongming, the director of Hunan TV, felt a little numb.

The current ratings have greatly surprised him.

Surprisingly, the first round of eliminations were idol dramas from the Beijing entertainment circle, some even being completely withdrawn from broadcast and disappearing without a trace.

Looking back, I break out in a cold sweat, knowing that he had also tried to snatch the premiere rights for this work.

Fortunately, those people from Beiping were still somewhat arrogant.

They have absolutely no respect for local TV stations like his.

thank.

But watching the broadcast of "Just Like Us" made me feel unhappy no matter what.

His viewership ratings are steadily rising.

Damn, I misjudged it.

If I were given another chance...

He will definitely treat this work well. If it airs on Hunan TV, it will be a great achievement for him, and a fantastic opportunity for publicity.
But there are no "what ifs" in this world.

All he can do is try to make amends by getting local variety shows, especially the hit show Happy Camp, to promote the station's productions.

The viewership ratings are now less than half as high.

There's still some room for improvement. At least the ratings aren't bad.

Now, there's that show, "The Young Students".

"It's alright, it's alright, it shouldn't have too much of an impact. It's just a rating of a little over four." Station Director Zhou Dongming was still reassuring himself, thinking that with such a low rating, the impact shouldn't be too great.
It shouldn't have a big impact; the ratings base is there.

Li Xuan was very busy at this time, besides the broadcast of "The Young Pioneers" he was also preparing for next year's projects.

Long-running dramas and movies.

Although "The Young Pioneers" has not yet finished airing, what is certain now is that it has landed smoothly.

Now that the story is halfway through, this "youth film" with "reading" as its main theme has created a new genre.

The graduation performance that was put on display.

Although it hasn't been fully implemented yet, it's safe to say that the label of "a peasant who doesn't know how to make films" has been removed.

"These ratings are quite good for someone directing a TV series for the first time. They're already at the level of a typical director."

At this moment, Wei Ming was also somewhat dazed.

This time, "The Young Pioneers" really didn't flop. Although it didn't surpass the mainstream youth dramas from Taiwan, the ratings were already acceptable for most directors.

In other words, Li Xuan already possesses the fighting power of a typical director, in terms of viewership and ratings.

Regardless, this is like a slap in the face to those who looked down on "The Young Pioneers".
"Eh, just a regular director?"

At this moment, Li Xuan chuckled.
Wei Ming, who was standing next to him, paused for a moment.

That's true.

Could that be a director of average caliber?
Wei Ming had always known that what Li Xuan was after was standing at the top of the starlight—although the path was destined to be arduous.

Wei Ming also felt somewhat ashamed.

Perhaps if he were more outstanding, instead of just a small group leader, his path would have been smoother.

The higher you go, the more you see what the 'obstacles' are.

It's not just about strength, capital, and connections; it's also about the people blocking the flow of resources. Those below can only catch what those above can't digest in time.

"Uncle, I'll have to trouble you then."

"What can I do for you?"

"Please keep an eye on my classmates; we've found out where they'll be going after graduation."

At this moment, Wei Ming was stunned.

Li Xuan then gave Wei Ming the phone numbers of everyone in the cast and crew of "The Classmates" and asked him to contact them.

Grade 2002.

This batch of graduates.

Zhu Yawen, Luo Jin, Jiang Yan, they all followed our example!

At this moment, Wei Ming thought, perhaps Li Xuan doesn't have an outstanding elder, but he has an outstanding Li Xuan!

"I'll take care of those little things for you. Just unleash your talent and let the whole world see your star shine."

At this time, the principal's office was bustling with activity again. The disgraceful incident was over, and it was once again filled with all sorts of interpersonal relationships.

However, Wang Fengsheng and his group had no time to look at this.

Instead, it should be done with the mindset of genuinely grading assignments.

Go see the graduation projects these students created, the graduation dramas they filmed.

“It’s not just Li Xuan who shines; the students are absolutely just as impressive.”

At this moment, Wang Fengsheng, speaking from the perspective of someone who has been through it all, offers his judgment.

The teachers and professors of the Beiping Film Academy.

Go and evaluate the assignments submitted by the students.

What was truly unexpected this time was...

The students, too, shone brightly.

And at this time.

The story will begin its third phase.

The students went to lay low for a while, while Cai Sen and the main character went out to gather inspiration.

reading.

Read for the rise of China.

But for Cai Sen...

For the protagonist.
Not only should one read thousands of books...
We still have a long way to go.

Before leaving campus.

Alumni of South China Normal University.

Including the main characters, Cai Sen and Xiao Zisheng.

They were all looking at the rising sun.

A scene set in the morning.

Starting with the main character, then Cai Sen, then Xiao Zisheng, and then the other classmates, one by one they stepped forward and took over.

To create the future youth of China.

This is the responsibility of the youth of China; what are those old and decrepit people worth mentioning!

The day he departs from this world is not far off, while I, a young man, am newly arrived and destined to be connected with this world.

If I, a young person, have a bright future ahead but a bleak future, and am destined to be treated like a beast of burden, a slave or servant in China, then the cruelty of being slaughtered and whipped will befall me alone.

If China were to dominate the world and become the supreme leader, the Earth would be under its command and enjoy unparalleled glory. Yet, we, as young people, would be living in a state of near-death bliss, which is of no consequence to us, who are living alongside ghosts.

It is understandable that they would simply ignore it.

My indifference and silence will only make the youth of the whole country truly remain youth.

Then there will be no China, only the future nation.

On the mountains and seas, on the other side of the cliffs, on the steep precipices, shouting to the sky.

Shouting at the sky.

Ask the vast, boundless earth.

Who will decide the fate of the world?

The boys shouted out.

The essence of the entire series.

The highlight of the entire series.

In this vast and boundless land, who controls destiny?
In that young man's words!

The rising sun.
Their youth and adolescence.

On the desolate land where mountains and rivers are shattered.

The three people in the office at that moment.

Wang Fengsheng was the first to speak.

This is the graduation project given to us, the students in the Performing Arts Department, from the class of 2002.

What grade would you give to the graduation performance?

Wang Jinsong and Xu Xiaodan said it at the same time.

Full marks.

Wang Fengsheng then spoke leisurely.

I think so.

This was the graduation performance of the Class of 2002.

Full marks.

(End of this chapter)