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

Chapter 359, Li Xuan brings an artistic sublimation to "New Three Kingdoms"!
"The Han dynasty is in decline, treacherous officials are in power, and Liu Bei, overestimating his abilities, wishes to uphold righteousness throughout the world!"

The Han dynasty was in decline, and treacherous officials held power.

The common people are living in misery!
A true man is born in a chaotic world.

The first part sets the main tone, highlighting the heroic spirit of men and their desire to achieve great things in this period of history.

These are all things that can convey feelings.

To deeply experience and feel.

But now it feels like a beautiful dream.

A grand and magnificent dream.

I was quickly woken up here.

Even Jiang Wu was woken up by this slap.

That thought of how he could achieve great things if he traveled back to the Three Kingdoms period was jolted away.
I'm fully awake now.

This is indeed an era of ambitious people.

But the era of ambitious people is built on flesh and blood.

Mountains of corpses and seas of blood, heads rolling everywhere.

These things, etched with blood and tears, represent another side of this era.
In chaotic times, people are treated like dogs, dogs who don't even have the right to life.

Deprived.

The Yellow Turban Rebellion—the Yellow Turban Uprising: If they had a full meal, they wouldn't have been lured into rebellion by a bowl of warm talisman water.

Life is cheaper than polluted water.
The Yellow Turban Rebellion was exactly like that.

"This is a chaotic world, what a load of bull! This era of heroes vying for supremacy!" Jiang Wen bluntly stated, "It's an era where human life is as worthless as grass."

He had felt before that something was not quite right.

I didn't realize it when I was reading "The Old Three Kingdoms"; I only noticed the epic of the heroes. They were tragic songs.

When it came to "New Three Kingdoms", the focus was more on the feeling of Xiong Ba.

It wouldn't be like it is now.

Neither a heroic lament nor a tragic song.

It is not a hegemony.

Instead, it focuses on the insignificant 'ants,' the common people—an idea that no other work of the Three Kingdoms would ever focus on.

They are too small.
This focus is on emotions.

Let Liu Bei.

He came to life, and his life became a colorful experience from the perspective of others.
A life with colorful hues.

The people of Shu also survived.
Bound by a single will.

The Shu Han group, which connected the state and its people.

"Well, I haven't seen this scene. To be honest, the effect it had was definitely something I didn't expect."

Gao Xinxin murmured.

Indeed, he was somewhat shocked.
This shock and awe are even more intense when compared to what came before.

The earlier scenes of vying for supremacy were intended to establish Cao Cao's domineering mentality and status; it can be said that the overall tone of the work served Cao Cao. However, when the story of Cao Cao's three visits to Zhuge Liang's thatched cottage came to an end, everything changed.

A truly significant change has occurred.
From this point onward, Liu Bei became one of the main protagonists of the Three Kingdoms period.

He originally intended to focus on Cao Cao's perspective, but now it has become an ensemble piece.

Originally, it was a compromise made due to insufficient ability; he genuinely couldn't handle directing an ensemble cast.

But Li Xuan, starting from here, made up for this shortcoming and turned the Three Kingdoms back into a collective portrait.

It filled the gap, the flaw in him.
The new Three Kingdoms has been thoroughly adapted into an ensemble drama, reaching a perfect conclusion.

From this point onward, the actor who played Liu Bei truly had the qualifications to compete for the title of "Best Actor".

When he fought against Lü Bu with the three heroes.

It was completely different from the time of the Oath of the Peach Garden.

A character with a soul.

"Yes, from here on, I have a soul. My Liu Bei has color."

At this moment, Liu Hewei looked at the radiant Liu Bei in the TV series.

So dazzling.

At that moment, he realized where his inexplicable inferiority complex came from.

That feeling of inferiority was then confirmed.

All of this was accomplished under Li Xuan's guidance.

It was Kongming—this extremely young actor—who bestowed upon him the acting skills. When he was able to express those excellent feelings later on, he completely understood who had given him these things, who had bestowed them upon him. After he understood this,

But now, after watching himself in the TV series, Liu Hewei no longer worries about it.

This is his good fortune.

It is a gift, granting us the right to feel the soul.

"It was Li Xuan who gave him his soul. The contrast before and after is very obvious. From the moment Li Xuan began to guide him, his acting skills were already on full display."

At this moment, Wang Lei was watching the scene on television.
You can feel the difference in acting skills before and after.

His acting in the preceding scenes was entirely based on the acting textbook, and it's not fair to say that he was wrong for simply following the textbook. In fact, he was quite competent no matter what. As a supporting actor to the main character, and as a supporting actor to Cao Cao, he did a very good job.

But this level of performance can only be described as "good"—an average but decent actor.

A position for an actor who doesn't make mistakes.

However, after comparing the before and after, the difference becomes very obvious.

If it weren't for Liu Bei's later appearance, it would indeed be passable. But everything is subject to comparison; the issue of the cast between "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and "New Three Kingdoms" is a prime example.
There are also comparisons and contrasts between the earlier and later versions of "New Three Kingdoms".

These comparisons further highlight the essence of Liu Bei at this moment.

The soul bestowed upon it by Kongming and Li Xuan.

This ability to imbue with soul is further manifested in the chapter of 'Red Cliff,' which was originally the home ground of Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang.

Debating with a group of scholars, borrowing arrows with straw boats, and Zhou Yu riding the east wind!
Li Xuan and Huang Xiaoming, Kongming and Zhou Yu, these two characters seem destined to destroy the lives of Cao Cao's army while chatting and laughing!

Strategists, who devise plans for the world! This sense of destiny is what makes the tension in the plot so high at this moment.

It was very full.
Wang Haiyang, who had been watching all along, was somewhat astonished by Huang Xiaoming's acting skills. Was he really that good?
Congratulations! Your acting has reached a breakthrough.

Huang Xiaoming's acting skills have finally paid off, generating a media frenzy. With the added support of Huayi Brothers, Huang Xiaoming simply said, "This is my best performance."

It's normal to have this kind of public opinion response, especially since Huang Xiaoming himself is quite popular and has an idol star image.

But Huang Xiaoming's feedback was so strong.

So, Li Xuan is both the director and Kongming.

The feedback is even stronger.

极强
at this time,

How did the Beijing elite circle manage public opinion regarding Li Xuan?

Now, how has this public opinion backfired?

"It's Li Xuan eating meat again," Wang Haiyang murmured. "Our company's previous prediction was also bearish."

Whether viewed from the director's perspective or from the perspective of the characters, this project is difficult to manage. At best, it's likely that China Film Group's plans will fall through.

But at this moment, it just so happens.

From both the actors' and directors' perspectives, the tension and expressiveness displayed far exceeded expectations.

From Wang Haiyang's perspective.

If we say that Gao Xinxin laid the foundation, then...

The text is written in vernacular Chinese, with a deep plot and a characterization that leans towards Cao Cao, deeply tied to his ambition and desire to dominate the world.

This approach has attracted a huge audience. To be honest, even Wang Haiyang himself felt that, based on the first half, it was a film that people wanted to watch but would probably forget after watching it.

It's just a show that you can keep watching, nothing more.

And Li Xuan's storyline seems to have liberated the work from its constraints!
A complete liberation, in a state of being!

From a work that is 'watchable' to a work that is clearly capable of reaching even greater heights.

The difference is huge.

At this point, looking at Huang Xiaoming again, Wang Haiyang initially thought that Huang Xiaoming, who had always regarded Li Xuan as his nemesis, would have a sense of mental imbalance.

But now, when he looks at the artwork, his eyes reveal a great sense of anticipation.

At least for now, he is eagerly anticipating a state free of any distracting thoughts.

There was absolutely no hope that he would 'fail'.

Yes, there is one.

She already believed that she could never surpass his feelings.

It has become something to look forward to.

"Impossible! Absolutely impossible!"

Qin Zhengang's expression was stiff at this moment. This is no longer the era of print media. The speed of internet dissemination is soaring, and it only takes a few seconds to reach ordinary people's homes.

In addition, it seems that the telecommunications industry has now invented something called '3G' network, which makes the speed faster and allows people to quickly access content on the Internet using their mobile phones.

No longer bound to the computer.

Although it's not widespread yet, as the director of CCTV-8, I can still learn about these things through my mobile phone even when I'm on vacation.

CCTV took notice almost immediately of the explosive public opinion surrounding the new Three Kingdoms series.
Since the time of "Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage", there hasn't been such a high level of public feedback.

By the time of the Battle of Red Cliffs, even a drop of water could become a torrent.

The positive feedback from the previous reviews exploded, causing the viewership to jump by 10%, a direct increase rather than a decrease.

The ratings started to increase in the middle of the season, and he hadn't seen this before.

"Increase investment in 'The Old Three Kingdoms,' distribute it for free to TV stations during prime time, and let them broadcast it! Let those uncultured, rural viewers see what art is. At the same time, increase publicity and accelerate the plot of 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms.'"

Qin Zhengang calmed down and began to make arrangements.
He doesn't care about surpassing the ratings and can be very generous, but the reversal of public opinion makes him feel a sense of crisis.

There is one bottom line that absolutely cannot be ceded: the right to interpret the 'Three Kingdoms' text.

In other words, artistry!
"It's alright, they're just peasants who haven't had a good life. If we treat them to something nice, they'll know. We can also get the older generation of actors to come out and promote it, creating a 'memory' effect." The deputy director next to him began to offer suggestions.

Qin Zhengang found it very enjoyable; yes, that was exactly the feeling and taste.

Even if this approach is necessary.

Let the older generation come out and wash away the taste and feeling of memories.

He should also make a call to those people in the Beijing elite circle and tell them to step up their efforts. Isn't Li Xuan someone they don't get along with? The Beijing elite circle should really step in.
Qin Zhengang knew very well that the Beijing entertainment circle valued Lu Chuan so highly that he was practically designated as the next leader, spokesperson, and leader of the Chinese entertainment film industry. He was a pre-ordained figure who could surpass others.

Even the sixth generation, Guan Hu and his group, were considered to be potential sacrifices, stepping stones for Lu Chuan.

Compared to the fifth and seventh generations, the sixth generation seems to focus too much on winning awards abroad, valuing prestige over actual profits. This approach is actually quite troublesome. The industry needs someone who can reach the pinnacle in both areas.

Bring a seventh person.
To replicate a great director like Zhang Yimou or Ma Xiaogang, someone who can break through limits and stand on the throne as a king, a ruler-level existence.

Both the current rulers and the future rulers must be kept under their control within their own inner circle.
Therefore, we must use any means necessary to obtain Li Xuan.

failure.

Even if the method used is very unseemly.

But if the goal can be achieved, then it's not a problem.

As a result, Qin Zhengang didn't get to see the Beijing circle make its mark.
It seems that the circle that had always been thought to share the same goal has fallen silent.

Quiet, silent.

Qin Zhengang was quite astonished.
What happened to those people in the old Beijing circle?
Where are they?!
"The Beijing elites haven't moved; have they suddenly become charitable?"

Do you think it's possible?

Huayi Brothers were somewhat surprised by the feedback from the Beijing entertainment circle.

Of course, they certainly wouldn't think he was doing this out of kindness. Both Wang Lei and Wang Haiyang definitely know that the Beijing elite circle doesn't hold back.

However, what CCTV will do next is quite clear.

They will definitely play the "nostalgia" card.

Those veteran actors will definitely respond.

Even veteran actors fear losing their own unique rights.

If I were the company...

Now they definitely need to get old Zhuge Liang out there for a marketing push. As long as Tang Guoqiang comes out...

Everything will be different.

This veteran actor from the Three Kingdoms period, besides being a classic and highly skilled performer, has also gained experience over the years, making him both intense and sentimental.

It possesses all the elements for success, and if it can take advantage of the new Three Kingdoms, it might even have a chance to rise to a higher level. No one would easily let go of such an opportunity.

They wouldn't let anyone get away with it.

This is a breakthrough in the actor's personal achievements.

However.
Only Huang Xiaoming, who was not far away, knew.

He didn't say anything.

I just watched quietly.

Only he knows.

This probably won't happen.

really.

Even as the new Three Kingdoms series progressed and its popularity began to rise, the veteran actors were not seen being urged to come out and cause trouble.

This was another unexpected thing for Wang Lei.

Wang Haiyang is also one of them.

"Why do you think so?"

At this moment, Wang Haiyang asked Huang Xiaoming, who was standing next to him, because Huang Xiaoming was the only one who had thought from the beginning that such a thing would not happen.

Even Wang Lei, Wang Haiyang, and even the director of CCTV don't understand this principle.

We are actors.

In this industry, there are people like me who pursue fame and fortune, and will stop at nothing to achieve them.

There are also people like Teacher Tang.

An artist with his own pursuits and pride.
(End of this chapter)