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The following morning at 7:00 AM.

Tian Xiaole arrived at the film set with dark circles under his eyes. Everything was already prepared, and they were just waiting for him, the director, to arrive.

It wasn't that he was being arrogant and late; he just chatted with Alyssa Chia a bit longer last night and went to bed a little late.

It's very comfortable to chat with this older, experienced woman.

Anyway, Tian Xiaole was thoroughly entertained by the praise.

"Make me a cup of coffee."

Tian Xiaole gave instructions to her assistant, plopped down in her assigned chair, and started reviewing the upcoming filming footage.

Having witnessed the brutality of the Japanese army, and with only two "passes," Achang suggested taking a "family photo."

It is a confirmation of the bond between each other, and at the same time, a ritual to combat the threat of death.

Determined to jointly safeguard the evidence of the crime, and to face life and death together.

"Senior, can I use the establishing shots I took?"

Lu Yang walked over and Tian Xiaole entrusted him with some of the less important scenes.

The two of them each directed Group A and Group B, which is why the progress was so fast.

Tian Xiaole watched the trailer; the visuals were all pretty good, and the overall tone remained consistent.

He gave Lu Yang a few words of encouragement and told him to check the equipment and get ready to start filming immediately.

"Director, all departments are ready."

"Okay." Tian Xiaole nodded, put down his coffee, and let his assistant put on his headset and walkie-talkie.

"【Nanjing Photo Studio】, Scene 135, Act 1, Begin!"

As soon as Tian Xiaole gave the command, the actors released the emotions they had been building up.

Achang sang Nanjing nursery rhymes, reminiscing about the land that nurtured him.

The other adults were deeply moved, their eyes filled with tears, and they were prepared to face their deaths.

The only child actor, Zhang Zifeng, was so moved by the atmosphere that he pouted and almost cried.

The moment the shutter clicked, the image turned black and white, foreshadowing the future for everyone.

In this scene, there were no intense emotional outbursts; emotions were conveyed solely through eye contact and micro-expressions.

Tian Xiaole uses symbolic shooting techniques to elevate the theme.

The dim light and the only family portrait symbolize the hope that refuses to be extinguished in turbulent times.

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As filming draws to a close, several main actors have finished their scenes, such as Yan Dancheng and Jia Jingwen.

Yan Dancheng said goodbye last night and will leave the film crew this afternoon.

The "Painted Skin" series not only increased her popularity, but also elevated her commercial value to a top-tier level.

Jia Jingwen, on the other hand, exchanged a few words with Tian Xiaole last night, which gave her hope of winning her over, so she made an excuse to stay.

They said they'd wait until filming wrapped and have the wrap party before leaving.

What else could Tian Xiaole say? She could only let her be and not disturb the filming.

Meanwhile, the new films by other renowned directors, which release stills and behind-the-scenes footage from time to time, attract a lot of attention from netizens.

During this era, the fifth generation of directors were at their most energetic, and they were always able to release new films.

Among them, the one with the highest tone is undoubtedly the "Great Earthquake".

With some time still to go before its release, posters have already flooded both online and offline platforms, making its marketing campaign comparable to that of a blockbuster film.

Zhang Yimou's return to art-house films with "Under the Hawthorn Tree" has also garnered much attention.

This time, the "Mou Girl" doesn't seem very bright, and she looks rather thin.

When it comes to generating buzz, Director Chen is equally adept, with his entire family pitching in.

Arthur was given a role because of his handsome appearance, while his eldest son, who was ugly, could only do odd jobs on set.

Making a movie and building a city is not just talk.

They invested 1.2 million yuan to build a "Spring and Autumn Period and Warring States Period City".

The filming of "The Witch" was different from the filming of "The Photo Studio," which prohibited media visits.

Photos of them are frequently posted online, keeping the show constantly in the spotlight.

the other side.

Yang Mi has returned from Hollywood and was amazed by the industrialized filming process there.

At the same time, a determination to leave was formed.

As long as you please that man, you won't have to worry about lacking resources.

"Mimi, does the company have any plans for you next?"

Zeng Jia has left Asia-America and officially become Yang Mi's agent.

"You'll have to ask Director Chen to find out."

Yang Mi looked at Zeng Jia and asked curiously, "What's wrong? Did someone come looking for you?"

"Yes, a Qing Dynasty drama specifically requested you to act in it. I took a look, and the subject matter is very novel, plus it's a female-centric drama."

Upon hearing the last four words, Yang Mi's eyes lit up. She was so glad to have joined Xiaole Pictures; it was the best decision she had ever made in her life.

Sure enough, dramas featuring strong female leads have come knocking on their door.

If I were still at Rong Xinda, I wouldn't even dare to dream of it.

"Movie or TV show?"

"TV drama!"

Yang Mi pouted, instantly losing interest.

She's only acting in movies now, and she even went to Hollywood. If she goes back to acting in TV series, then she'll have wasted her time joining Xiaole Pictures.

Seeing Yang Mi's expression, Zeng Jia knew that Yang Mi was no longer the little girl who cherished every opportunity.

Having someone backing you makes all the difference; resources that others crave are now beneath your notice.

Zeng Jia was very optimistic about the script, and she had also heard that Sugarman was also working on this kind of subject matter.

"Honey, Sugarman is also working on this type of script. Don't you want to get revenge and release it before them... They even hired online trolls to smear you before."

Hearing this, Yang Mi was tempted, but the thought of going back to acting in TV dramas made her hesitate.

Zeng Jia continued to persuade him, "The company's directors all have projects underway, not to mention Director Tian... Moreover, the pay for this TV series is quite high."

"Give me the script, I'll take a look first."

Yang Mi thought Zeng Jia made sense. She might not get a chance to work on company projects, so she decided to take the plunge and act in TV dramas.

Actors like Zhao Liying and Liu Yifei have also gone back to acting in TV dramas.

And so, Yang Mi convinced herself.

But after Zeng Jia left, she still called Chen Zhixi.

After receiving a reply that there were no new projects for the time being, he began to look at the script in his hand.

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The photo shoot at the photo studio is nearing its end.

Several lead actors have already sacrificed their lives. In the final scene, Lao Jin forges a pass to leave the city and takes the child out, but the baby's crying exposes their whereabouts.

To cover Lin Yuxiu's escape with the incriminating photographs, he shouted, "The photos are more important than my life," raised his camera, and lunged at the Japanese soldiers, ultimately sacrificing his life.

In the end of the film, Lin Yuxiu successfully broke through the enemy lines, and the negatives of Japanese war crimes she carried became key evidence in the trial of war criminals.

"I hereby announce that the Nanjing Photo Studio project has officially wrapped up."

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone present breathed a sigh of relief. More than a month of torment was finally over.

This drama is so depressing.

The staff applauded, and many had tears in their eyes.

Although the film's content was depressing, they all felt honored to have participated in its production and felt they had done something remarkable.

Tian Xiaole sat in the director's chair and breathed a sigh of relief. There were four months left for post-production, which was more than enough time.

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"Director, let me toast you. Thank you for taking care of me during this time."

"Director Tian, ​​thank you for your care. This is the most unforgettable film in my acting career."

"..."

At the wrap party, a group of lead actors lined up to offer toasts.

There are no duplicates when it comes to words like "beautiful" or "admirable".

Although filming has wrapped, post-production editing hasn't started yet.
Although it's a patriotic theme, the development of each character and the amount of screen time will depend on the later episodes.

On another level, being able to talk to Tian Xiaole now is a rare opportunity, so of course we must seize the chance to solidify our relationship.

Otherwise, if we were to meet in other places, we wouldn't even be able to get a turn, even if we were in a queue.

After all, there is a difficult-to-cross social class between actors and directors.

Jia Jingwen's face flushed from the alcohol, and her big eyes stared at Tian Xiaole with affection.

"Now that filming has wrapped, you don't need to follow me anymore, right?"

"If Director Tian agrees, I'm willing to follow you forever."

Tian Xiaole carefully examined Jia Jingwen. She looked bright-eyed and had white teeth, but he didn't expect her to be such a green tea bitch.

Are all Taiwanese girls like this?
So here's the question: which man wouldn't like a mature and sensible "green tea" girl?
I'll say it out loud—let me see who's shameless enough to try and fool themselves.

Tian Xiaole smiled and said jokingly, "Why would I follow you? I'm not Tang Sanzang, going to the Western Paradise to fetch scriptures."

"Director Tian, ​​is this journey of seeking knowledge... proper or not?"

Jia Jingwen covered her mouth and chuckled, then lightly patted Tian Xiaole's arm: "Director Tian, ​​have you seen Journey to the West?"

"Of course!"

"Then I wait for you."

Jia Jingwen gave him a meaningful look, then casually picked up her wine glass and walked away.

She had been by Tian Xiaole's side for too long, and many unfriendly eyes were cast upon her.

There were many more people waiting in line to offer toasts.

Tian Xiaole was stunned for a moment, but quickly came to her senses and took a sip of wine with a smile.

They even started using Bodhi Patriarch's tricks.

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"Director Tian, ​​I'll drink it, you can do as you please."

Huang Xiaoming tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp, leaving not a single drop.

He is very grateful to and respects Tian Xiaole. His participation in the Xiaole Film Project has significantly boosted his commercial value.

All of this was thanks to the support and guidance he received from the man in front of him.

Otherwise, with so many young actors in China, why would they choose him to act?

"Are you and Yang Ying really in a relationship, or is this just a publicity stunt?"

Tian Xiaole asked the question seemingly casually.

Huang Xiaoming was taken aback, unsure of Tian Xiaole's meaning, but he reacted quickly, guessing that she was still thinking about Yang Ying, which was why she asked that question, or perhaps to remind him:
"Don't worry, Director Tian, ​​I will never bother Yang Ying again."

"What are you thinking? I was just asking out of curiosity."

Tian Xiaole found it somewhat amusing; she had been receiving greetings from Yang Ying for a long time, which was why she asked that question.

Huang Xiaoming nodded with some skepticism, but other plans were brewing in his mind. Many big shots had a fondness for Mengde, could it be...?

After a few rounds of drinks, Tian Xiaole took a sip from each person. With so many people coming to toast him, he was starting to feel a little dizzy.

With the help of his assistant, he returned to his hotel room to sober up.

His departure was noticed by many people, including Alyssa Chia.

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The news of the film wrapping up could not be kept from the media; while they were still enjoying their meal, it was already being reported by the outside world.

"[Nanjing Photo Studio] Wrapped up filming today!"

"The patriotic film 'Nanjing Photo Studio,' jointly invested by 17 film companies from Mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, has successfully completed filming..."

"It is said that the plot was too realistic and the content was depressing, causing many staff members to shed tears when filming wrapped up..."

"..."

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"Baba will be back tomorrow, you'll see me as soon as you get out of school."

"Really, when has Baba ever lied to you?"

Tian Xiaole coaxed Xiaotian Xin, promising to bring her delicious food and fun things, which finally calmed her down.

Then I heard Tang Yan's voice on the other end of the phone: "Brother Le, Xin Xin misses you so much at home, that's why she kept urging me to call you."

"I've already felt it. You don't need to explain further. Just wait to face my wrath."

"Really? Then I'll wait for you~"

Hearing the excitement in Tang Yan's voice, Tian Xiaole realized he had been tricked and was probably already itching for something.

Ding Dong Ding Dong…

The doorbell rang.

Tian Xiaole assumed it was her assistant and opened the door without noticing who was outside.

Suddenly, Jia Jingwen entered the room and hugged him from behind, saying with a hint of provocation:
"Director Tian, ​​I've come to learn from you."

"I'm not Tang Sanzang, why would I need to go on a pilgrimage?"

Tian Xiaole, sounding rather helpless, untied Jia Jingwen's arms and turned to look at her.

Her cheeks were still flushed, and her eyes were a little glazed; she looked like she had drunk quite a bit.

"You're not Tang Sanzang, but your flesh is much more delicious than Tang Sanzang's. Many actresses would love to take a bite."

"Go wash up, you reek of alcohol."

"Let's do it together, I'll scrub your back."

Tian Xiaole hesitated for a moment, then agreed to the request.

(End of this chapter)