Huayu's rise from top star to best actor

Chapter 657: Hmm, why not? (5k)

"I just felt like I didn't want to act anymore, just kidding, everyone was so depressed and lost, haha."

Zhang Yimou said happily that he shared his creative journey with Xu Yien.

Smacking his lips, Zhang Yimou continued with a smile:
"I was also very sad when I saw everyone's reactions, hahaha, very sad, so I finally gave up.

I gave up. Well, so film is a learning process. It is destructive to a film that pursues a high pace. So what if it highlights the style of one shot? "

Yi Yang Qianxi and Shen Teng were listening nearby.

All I could think about was how frustrated I was when I gave up on shooting the whole thing in one take.

After all, if it is really shot in one take, it will be a new attempt.

Zhang Yimou continued to express his views: "You lost the story, and you lost the sacrificed characters. Which is more important?

So I'm learning, I'm learning how to think as a director.

This is my... regret, but perhaps it is a sobering or learning experience for me."

Xu Yien's mind is full of ghost and animal creations.

But actually what he said was fine.

It's just that the sudden twitching and giggling is a bit weird and abstract.

In fact, if we put aside the jokes, what Zhang Yimou said actually makes sense.

One weakness of long-take films is that they are more difficult to create tension than in ordinary films.

This is true for both "Rope" and "1917," which achieved one-shot shooting by hiding editing points, and "Russian Ark," which was shot in one true shot.

For a suspense movie that focuses on fast pace, reversals and gimmicks.

"One-shot" is indeed more of a gimmick than a practical effect.

But the problem is that Zhang Yimou's interview turned such a normal trade-off into a "difficult decision" like the one when Tencent fought against 360.

It's just funny that "it's okay if you didn't do it, but why are you bragging about it?"

Xu Yien smiled and said, "I'm really looking forward to the movie coming out soon. I have a feeling it's going to be a big hit."

Zhang Yimou looked nonchalant: "Hahaha, yes, I also think it will be a big hit, but it's a pity that it wasn't shot in one take. This time, it's a suspense-comedy mix, which is a brand new attempt for me."

This time, "Man Jiang Hong" is released during the Spring Festival, and the cast is also very luxurious. The box office is expected to be at least tens of billions or even hundreds of billions.

It's not like he hasn't had his share of failures before. Zhang Yi and Cun Zi's movie "One Second" was a flop.

But it does not affect his position as an international director, as his status and achievements have long been accumulated enough.

As long as you have good results, the film market will give you a chance even if it fails.

As the winner of three major film awards, Zhou Dongyu still has movies to act in even though four of her movies have failed.

Because the three Best Actress awards and previous achievements are valuable enough.

"Hahaha, then why didn't you ask me to act in the first place?" Xu Yien laughed.

Zhang Yimou chuckled and said, "I have to try out other new actors. I will look for you again if there is a chance. I will shoot a new movie called 'Self-Defense' soon.

There was a young character who played the male lead's son, but I thought you wouldn't be interested in supporting roles, so I didn't cast you."

Xu Yien nodded: "Hahaha, let's talk about it next time when we have a chance, there's no rush."

There is no need to rush for cooperation. With Zhang Yimou's performance, he will definitely make many more movies in the future.

I am old, but my mind is still sharp. I must make more money.

"Really? Haha, when will your movie be released this year?"

"It's the Dragon Boat Festival movie, a collaboration with Director Sicheng."

"What's the one you're filming recently? 'The Third Squadron'."

Xu Yien said, "'The Third Squadron' should be released at the end of the year, so there's no rush. I'll invite you to the premiere then. Do you have time?"

"I'm not sure about that. It depends on whether I have started a new project by then." Zhang Yimou shook his head slightly.

Xu Yien waved his hand and said nonchalantly: "Don't worry, hahaha, if you don't have time, forget it."

Zhang Yimou said, "Hahahaha, the staff will arrange a seat for you later. There will also be an interview session. It won't take up too much of your time."

Xu Yien nodded: "Okay."

The staff took Xu Yien to the premiere hall and reserved a seat in advance.

When leaving, Yi Yangqianxi politely said, "Brother En, I hope we can have the opportunity to work together next time."

"I'm looking forward to it too." Xu Yien responded.

When making a movie, don’t give up on cooperating with others just because of some negative news about them.

If you have good grades, who cares about the negative news about your rival actor?

This is true for Yu Zhi and Yi Yang Qianxi as well.

But there is probably no chance of cooperation, so we can only wait and see what happens in the future.

As for "Changjin Lake", it can't actually be considered a collaboration, because Xu Yien's role is very small, and it only happened for a few days, so how can it be considered a collaboration? Today is different from the past.

Back then, main-theme blockbusters could only make cameo appearances.

Nowadays, Xu Yien is the male lead in the main theme blockbuster.

How is this not a counterattack?
Arriving at the IMXA giant screen hall, Xu Yien was arranged to sit down in a seat he had found a few days ago.

Xu Yien also said: "Please bring a big bucket of popcorn and a cup of Coke, thank you."

The staff member didn't mind the trouble. This was Xu Yien, so she quickly agreed: "Okay, I'll prepare it for you now."

"Thank you." Xu Yien said with a smile.

"Hehehe, okay." The staff member was howling inwardly and had already started to act crazy, but he agreed with a silly smile.

I must get an autograph and a photo later, oh oh oh oh.

It wasn't long before she brought the popcorn and Coke that Xu Yien needed.

I also brought a Polaroid camera with me so that I could take the photo and print it out immediately and have Xu Yien sign it without wasting time.

Xu Yien smiled and cooperated with taking photos and signing autographs.

Gradually, the rest of the media and premiere audiences arrived, and the number of people in the originally empty theater increased.

A special guest sat down at the table.

Xu Yien glanced sideways and recognized the beauty next to her. Oh, it was Liu Haocun, the actress who starred in "Mou Girl".

Liu Haocun smiled innocently, waved his hand and said, "Hi, Teacher Xu, I'm Liu Haocun."

"Hello, Haocun." Xu Yien responded.

Liu Haocun is quite pretty, but there are some scandals in her family.

But Xu Yien doesn't care much about the negative news. Compared with other people, this kind of negative news is nothing.

Just be beautiful.

Liu Hao is pure and lively enough, and has a tall figure. He is very suitable for filming and also for the fashion circle. However, his acting skills need to be improved. Sometimes he acts a bit like Yang Ying.

Just like Zhao Jinmai, she wears MiuMiu, but her appearance and figure are several levels better.

Compared to Zhao Jinmai, who can only be described as cute, Liu Haocun is truly beautiful.

"Teacher Xu, why are you here for the premiere this time?"

"Huh?" Xu Yien thought this was just nonsense, but still said, "Director Yimou invited me, so I came."

"Oh oh oh." Liu Haocun also felt that what he asked was nonsense, so he raised his hand and tapped his forehead a little embarrassedly.

She smiled and said, "Then let's add each other on WeChat. Maybe we can have a chance to cooperate in the future?"

"Okay." Xu Yien nodded and did not refuse.

"I listened to the song you released recently. It's very nice."

"Thank you, I think it sounds good too."

"Ah? You are quite narcissistic." Liu Haocun didn't expect Xu Yien to speak so directly without thinking.

Xu Yien laughed: "You are quite outspoken. I saw your news before and it seemed like that too. I still remember you saying Zhang Yi and Qian Xi are hardworking actors."

“I’ve tried my best to change it.”

Suddenly remembering what he said before, Liu Haocun felt embarrassed and his face turned red. People who didn't know him would think that Xu Yien was teasing the girl.

Ah, dark history, it’s embarrassing to hear about it.

"Would you like some popcorn?" Xu Yien changed the subject and handed over the bucket.

Liu Haocun's face flushed, "Ah? Is it okay?"

"Why not? Just take it."

After a brief pause, she asked again, "Why are you eating popcorn at the premiere? Are you so chill?"

Xu Yien said confidently, "You have to eat popcorn and drink drinks when watching a movie, but unfortunately I only ordered a Coke."

"It's okay." Liu Haocun shook his head and said, "I'll just drink mineral water."

"Actually, this isn't mineral water. What's sold now is purified water. Mineral water is pretty rare now. Just look at the words on the bottle and you'll know."

Liu Haocun looked at the bottle and said in surprise, "It really is like this, it's really pure water."

"Yeah, I don't know when it started, but basically all they sell is purified water."

As he spoke, Xu Yien stuffed a piece of popcorn into his mouth.

"Oh."

"Hey, Haocun, do you think I am a talented or hardworking actor?" Xu Yien scored twice.

Liu Haocun felt a little embarrassed and his face turned red again.

"Stop talking, brother. I feel embarrassed by what you said."

Xu Yien smiled mischievously, "Why not? Haha, I'm just teasing you."

"Humph."

Liu Hao was helpless.

After a while.

She spoke again.

"Can I have some more?"

Actually, I'm not greedy. I just want to get closer and chat.

But I don’t have any “unreasonable expectations”!

"Eat whatever you want." Xu Yien didn't care. Popcorn was worth a lot of money, and he was happy to give some to the beautiful woman.

Liu Haocun took a few pills, looked at his phone, and said with a smile: "Why is there nothing in your Moments? It's all scenery and selfies."

"Well, otherwise, I posted on WeChat Moments just to let my friends know that I'm doing well."

"That makes sense." Liu Haocun gave a thumbs up. There was really nothing wrong with what he said.

After that, she asked again: "Do you think the title of top streamer has caused you any trouble?"

"Aren't you an actress? Why did you change your career to become a female reporter?" Xu Yien teased.

Liu Haocun was quite interested in Xu Yien, "Curious."

She had been quite curious about Si Zi before, after all, it was rare to have the opportunity to meet such a famous person.

"I don't have any worries. I live a comfortable life. As long as I can make money, nothing is more important than the balance in my bank account. But that was my thinking at the time. Now I just want to make more movies and leave behind some classic works."

Xu Yien's words were very realistic.

The topic ended briefly.

Liu Haocun felt it was inappropriate not to reply, so he said, "Oh, so that's how it is?"

"Well...why is it bad?"

Liu Hao was helpless.

It seems that my famous meme is really popular.

She imitated herself at that time, shaking her head and saying, "Well, why doesn't it count?"

The movie will start soon.

Xu Yien placed the popcorn between the two seats.

The lights dimmed and the dragon mark appeared.

"Man Jiang Hong" was officially released.

Xu Yien has seen this movie, an ancient version of Werewolf.

Although I don't like it very much, it is undeniable that the box office is very high. It is just an ordinary Spring Festival family movie, and there will always be audiences who like it. Xu Yien basically does not bully the aesthetics of others.

Xu Yien was very relaxed while eating popcorn and watching.

Don't hold this movie to the same high quality standards as Zhang Yimou's other films. You can watch it, and you might even enjoy it.

But the plot is really not commendable.

Just... have fun.

It is not appropriate to have too high expectations for a family-friendly comedy movie, but at least the popularity of the Tik Tok platform is really explosive.

While watching the movie, Xu Yien didn't play with his phone. The main reason was that there were media in front of him with cameras filming. If Xu Yien was photographed playing with his phone at the premiere, people would inevitably exaggerate and misinterpret the incident.

It’s better to just watch the movie honestly.

Famous directors can also make ugly movies, not to mention that Zhang Yimou’s strongest point is the layout of large scenes.

Xu Yien found the movie funny, not because it was funny, but because Yi Yang Qianxi was not as tall as Shen Teng.

But Xu Yien seems to be wrong...

This can’t be blamed on Chou Si.

Because Shen Teng is 174 meters tall and Yi Yang Qianxi's official height is meters, it is almost the same when compared with Shen Teng in the movie.

Height does not hinder acting, and I haven’t seen Yi Yang Qianxi’s box office failure due to his height.

Some people's confidence does not come from their height, as long as it is enough.

Box office doesn't depend on height.

If box office success required height, Hu Ge's movies wouldn't have been such a flop.

The entire movie is over.

Many film critics have reached their conclusions.

It’s a pity that most of the people who were able to come to the premiere were arranged by the film company and basically only said good things.

A good reputation must be created in the early stages. Really free film critics will only come out and tell the truth after the film has been screened on a large scale.

Why do fans of "The Wandering Earth" hate "Man Jiang Hong"?
It's not just because of the online war of words.

The most important point is that many cinemas have given all their giant screen halls to "Man Jiang Hong";
Why does this kind of movie need a giant screen?
A sci-fi masterpiece like "The Wandering Earth 2" needs a giant screen!
pity……

Movie theaters are just inhumane. Many fans watched the movie in small theaters, which did not give them the same shocking feeling as IMAX theaters.

If more IMAX theaters were opened, the box office of "The Wandering Earth 2" should be higher.

Here I can only use a song by JJ to express it - "It's a pity there is no if";
Unfortunately, there are no ifs, only results.

Xu Yien was watching very seriously, and so was Liu Haocun, with basically no communication.

The main reason is that they are not familiar with each other. If the person sitting next to him is a good friend or a girlfriend, Xu Yien might be able to complain.

Is it not okay to complain about the movie made by her half-boss in front of Liu Haocun?

It's pure psychosis.

You can't do such stupid things.

Why is it said that Zhang Yimou can only be considered half of her boss? Because Liu Haocun's agency is jointly operated with Zhang Yimou Studio, and she is not completely an artist under Zhang Yimou. People like Chen Yongsheng are completely Zhang Yimou's own people.

Speaking of someone with resources, she is indeed someone with resources, and her business resources are also very good. She currently holds the highest title of Brand Friend of Cartier, the new spokesperson of L'Oréal Paris, and the brand ambassador of Louis Vuitton.

However, without any works, even if you are a resourceful person, you will eventually fall.

It is impossible for the brand to do charity. She was able to get these endorsements because of the title of "Mou Girl".

Liu Haocun moved closer and asked, "Do you understand?"

"You don't understand?"

"Uh..." Liu Haocun felt that he couldn't tell the truth, "I understand it, I'm just afraid that you don't understand."

Xu Yien asked calmly, "Do you think I'm stupid?"

She waved her hands repeatedly and denied hurriedly: "No, no."

Xu Yien laughed, "Just kidding, hahahaha, watch a movie, don't chat."

"Oh." Liu Haocun was actually quite speechless.

But Xu Yien is quite interesting.

He is different from the cool and handsome guys you see in TV dramas or movies.

Always joking.

When Xu Yien said he was going to watch a movie, he really watched a movie and didn't chat with Liu Haocun anymore.

Liu Haocun looked over here from time to time, not knowing what he was thinking, perhaps thinking about the topic of conversation.

As a result, we didn't talk much after the movie.

After the movie ended, it was time for the actors and guests to interact with each other.

Not to mention Xu Yien's top-tier status, the popularity of Xu Yien's recent drama "Kuang Kuang" is enough to make the media present happy.

Please, this is Xu Yien.

After briefly explaining the process, Xu Yien left.

This was all communicated in advance to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings.

Busy.

This is what top streamers are like.

Attending these premieres is no different from writing a press release.

In other words, if Little Big Balls 2 didn’t have its premiere today, otherwise I would have to attend three shows at the same time today.

Liu Haocun was a little surprised. Xu Yien left just like that?
The premiere isn't over yet.

Just as she thought of this, she was called upon by Zhang Yimou to answer a question.

A little confused.

The main reason is that Liu Haocun didn’t hear what Zhang Yimou asked just now, and even if he wanted to answer, he couldn’t.

Zhang Yimou was a little helpless and asked again, and only then did she start talking freely.

Either my head is empty, or I am simply confused.

After leaving here, Xu Yien rushed to the premiere of "Unknown" without stopping.

The premiere movie here is coming to an end.

Xu Yien was arranged by the staff to sit in the back rows.

The process is basically the same.

Didn't watch the movie though.

But there's no need to worry.

I still remember the general evaluation of this movie in its original time and space.

Just a few words and that's it.

On the side of "Nameless", Xu Yien didn't see any beautiful actresses.

If Zhang Jingyi counts, then she is the one, but Xu Yien thinks she doesn't count, and her looks are on the same level as Zhao Jinmai.

Her ex-boyfriend is Chen Xingxu, so it can be summarized as: the love story between the top female star and the top male star on Bilibili.

Xu Yien’s evaluation: Not as good as Hu Yitian and Zhang Ruonan.

Do you think Zhang Jingyi is ugly?
It’s definitely not ugly.

Being a female star is definitely much better than being an ordinary person.

It's because he doesn't manage his weight well, and he looks fat in many of his works.

Miss Fang in "Nameless" is the best example. If you really can't do it, just lose some weight.

In this movie, Bozi plays Zhang Jingyi's bootlicker, which is really distracting.

(End of this chapter)