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Chapter 167 The Sublimation of "Art" (14)

Shen Shandeng planned to have Lu Chuan do something good with ulterior motives.

It also requires all parties to be willing to make sacrifices for it.

Just like how Zhang Xuefeng was "scolded" later.

The words used to "scold" him are as if to say, "Look at this person, he is actually hardworking, brave, kind, and loves life. Let's expose his behavior."

It is full of absurdity.

It's clearly a virtue, so why do these people act as if they've discovered some incredible evidence of a crime and are even actively helping to publicize it?

same.

Despite being clear evidence of a crime, Shen Shandeng wanted to promote it as if it were a virtue to certain people.

Shen Shandeng is unlikely to touch the subject of "Nanjing" anytime soon, because it would require dealing with various parties and would be very exhausting.

His most important task in the past two years has been to build a film system.

Therefore, he could temporarily compromise with Mark Müller and spare Ang Lee's life.

Moreover, before "Nanjing Photo Studio," "Nanjing" was considered a good film of this genre.

The others are all foreign saviors, either praising the German John Rabe or praising the Americans.

As for criticizing the book, it had a great influence in top art schools in the 1980s.

To put it simply, many fifth-generation directors were initially funded and guided by scripts. Tian Lili's "The Blue Kite" was also submitted to an award competition by a script.

Compared to these people, Lu Chuan was at least a human being.

Since Han Sanping wanted Shen Shandeng's help, he naturally had to help him properly.

He just wanted Lu Chuan to keep his promise.

Since we've agreed on a Chinese perspective, let's focus on it effectively.

In late April, the air in Changchun was still cool.

The production team of "Nanjing! Nanjing!" is operating more and more smoothly, calmly and efficiently.

Lu Chuan sat behind the monitor, her brows furrowed.

For the past two days, Shen Shandeng's words about Kadokawa's fate have been replaying in his mind.

“Let him put down his gun, pick up a camera, and use images to awaken humanity.”

The frustration and resistance gradually faded away.

An indescribable sense of excitement welled up inside me.

The more he thought about it, the more he realized that this idea was brilliant!

He was deeply saddened by the suicide he had planned for Kadokawa, but what happened afterward?
All that remained was endless heaviness and oppression.

The audience left the cinema with a sense of frustration and anger, which seemed to be quite different from what he initially wanted to express—a sense of remembrance and moving on, and the Japanese perspective he desired.

Compared to suicide, letting Kadokawa live, to record and reflect in a way of atonement, gives me a much better chance of survival!
The film's ending is no longer a period of despair, but a blank space filled with heavy hope.

Between the light and shadow, a ray of reflection and anti-war sentiment that transcends hatred and has a more universal meaning will shine through.

"Director Lu?"

Executive director Zhao Yiwei and cinematographer Cao Yu cautiously approached, observing his expression.

Lu Chuan has been unusually quiet these past two days, as if afraid that this man might do something rash again.

Lu Chuan snapped out of his daze, his face beaming with almost excited excitement. He grabbed Cao Yu's arm and exclaimed, "Old Cao! Director Shen's idea is brilliant! Absolutely brilliant!"

Zhao Yihui and Cao Yu looked at each other, completely bewildered.

“Think about it, Kadokawa’s suicide was a huge hit, but it also completely destroyed our emotions! Now, he’s alive, and he’s picked up the camera! That’s how we stay alive! It’s not just about the scars, but a step forward! It carries an anti-war message and a sense of redemption! The tone is brighter and more layered!”

Lu Chuan spoke with great enthusiasm, spittle flying everywhere: "It's true, no wonder some people say that his 'The Eunuch' is a tragic story set against a joyful backdrop, and that there's something hidden beneath the commercial film exterior! This Shen Shandeng, his artistic sense is damn sharp!"

Zhao Yiwei hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "Director Lu, this change is good. But isn't Kadokawa's ending a bit too good? He has blood on his hands, and you're just letting him go and make a movie to redeem himself? What about our Chinese characters? Can the audience accept this?" Cao Yu nodded, his brows furrowed with worry.

Lu Chuan's excitement was interrupted. He paused for a moment, then waved his hand and said, "I want repentance from the Japanese perspective! Actions taken while alive convey greater remorse than suicide! Let him use his actions to suppress militaristic ideology and achieve peace between our two countries. That is true repentance!"

"This is artistic sublimation! What we need is reflection that transcends hatred! Universal values! Do you understand? We need to have a broader perspective!"

Deep down, Lu Chuan was also worried that her film might have too much influence, damaging the friendship between China and Japan and delaying the overall situation.

This approach preserves the artistic integrity while also benefiting the overall situation.

We could also try to get it screened in Japan, using a film to build a bridge between the two countries.

Absolutely!

Zhao Yihui and Cao Yu exchanged a glance and then remained silent.

Lu Chuan found Shen Shandeng and said in a lower tone, "Director Shen, your change is indeed good."

Shen Shandeng was puzzled and said, "This is your idea."

Lu Chuan was stunned for a moment.

Immediately, a sense of shame welled up inside him; Shen Shandeng was actually trying to elevate him.

Shen Shandeng said coldly, "Director Lu, you are the director. It is your job to file script changes and communicate with the Japanese actors to revise the script."

Kadokawa is a main character, and changing his suicide to survival is a major change that requires re-registration.

Shen Shandeng's tone was cold and condescending, but it felt warm to Lu Chuan.

She has a sharp tongue but a soft heart!
"Director Shen, this is my duty."

Lu Chuan readily agreed, and he was happy to do it.

Communicating with Japan is also conducive to strengthening friendship between the two countries and taking concrete actions to bid farewell to hatred.

Lu Chuan invited Hideo Nakaizumi, the Japanese actor who plays Kadokawa, to explain the changes to the character in a gentle tone.

"I hope that through this ending, I can express my deep appreciation for peace and my best wishes for lasting friendship between the people of our two countries. Films should look forward and convey hope."

Several Japanese staff members around him, who were carrying out tasks from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, couldn't help but bow and call out "Hai, Hai!"

The initial worries dissipated, and a standardized, polite, and restrained smile appeared on her face.

The Chinese people cared for the Japanese even more than the Japanese themselves.

Their continued investment in culture has been worthwhile!

Nakaizumi Hideo was surprised as he listened to the translation, and then an expression of almost being flattered slowly appeared on his face.

He suddenly stood up and bowed deeply to Lu Chuan at almost a 90-degree angle, his voice trembling with excitement.

"Hi! Thank you so much! Thank you so much to the director and crew for giving the character of Kadokawa such a profound depth!"

"This is not just the end of a character's story; it is a kind of great spirit! I am deeply moved and will do my best to play this role well! To express the deepest reflections and the desire for peace!"

Nakaizumi Hideo's attitude was so humble it was almost obsequious.

Lu Chuan was immediately pleased and then discussed her understanding of the role.

Upon hearing this, Nakaizumi Hideo bowed deeply again, this time with a greater depth and more respectful attitude than before.

"Lu Sang!"

Nakaizumi Hideo addressed him with a touch of intimate respect, saying, "Thank you so much for your profound insights into the character of Kadokawa! Your views are full of wisdom and tolerance, which I deeply admire! We will definitely do our best to present this ending well and live up to your expectations!"

His words were earnest, and his eyes were full of sincerity.

"Mr. Nakazumi, you're too kind. It's all for the sake of making the work better. Let's all work together." Lu Chuan quickly helped him up, feeling extremely satisfied.

He not only wanted to make a film that tells this story from a Chinese perspective, but also to move beyond a single viewpoint, move towards peace, and create an everlasting friendship between the two sides!

(End of this chapter)