I'm not mentally ill, I'm a master of a thousand faces!

Chapter 273, The filming location of "Silenced" and the significance of filmmaking.

"Why does the atmosphere at your Li family seem a bit strange lately?"

At this moment, Li Yuxuan's wife sensed the strange atmosphere of this aristocratic family.

An atmosphere I've never experienced before.

Everyone, including Li Mo, was feeling incredibly suppressed, and everyone had a sour expression on their face.

"Tsk tsk, it's all because of my nephew whom I've never even met."

At this moment, Li Yuxuan revealed an attitude of great interest.

"You don't seem to dislike him?"

"Why should I hate him? We've never even met. In other words, besides my sister-in-law and her son, what right do others have to hate him?" Li Yuxuan clicked his tongue and said, "But I didn't expect my older brother to do this kind of thing, having an illegitimate child outside. How interesting."

"He could influence your brother's selection as a role model of the times."

"In the end, who might be the one to have any real impact, my nephew whom I've never met, or our young master?" Li Yuxuan said calmly.

"That's true."

"Actually, from my personal perspective, I still admire him quite a bit. After all, compared to that good-for-nothing guy, he's already done quite well to get to where he is today. I've heard that he's now reduced to making youth films." Li Yuxuan said regretfully, "To be honest, if he doesn't get any good offers after this youth film, I'll see if I can help him get some serious drama roles."

"His father can disown his nephew for the sake of his reputation, but I, as his uncle, can't."

Youth films are basically the same as idol dramas. Even Li Yuxuan, who is at the very bottom of the industry's hierarchy of contempt, feels sorry for his nephew.

"A youth film?"

At this moment, Zhang Xi, who was a leader in the broadcasting industry, suddenly thought of something.

A youth film that is currently in preparation.

It seems there's only that one.

It's not that youth film, is it?

"If he's really going to make that youth film, I think you're too arrogant and shouldn't be helping him find resources."

"ah?"

We'll be able to report on the youth film project in a while.

Three Friends of Xiangjiang

For Li Yun, this is a huge challenge.

Modern historical figures, perhaps some of whom are fictionalized.

But in general, they are similar to that historical figure.

"In the world of martial arts, laughter settles grudges; in the exchange of blows, laughter conceals daggers."

"Stop singing, I know you sing well."

"Hmm. Thank you for the compliment."

Li Yun looked at the "superstar" next to him, speechless.

"Could you change the song? How about 'Turning Back Is Too Hard'?"

"Can."

Then, "Superstar" started singing "It's Too Hard to Look Back".

You can listen to music without wearing headphones.

Ah, that feels good.

The singing was actually quite good.

At this time, the "superstar" still had the demeanor and style of an ancient knight-errant, and when he sang "It's Too Hard to Turn Back," it was the Hong Kong trend of the 80s.

Li Yunzhen felt that his demeanor truly possessed a bit of a superstar's aura.

I guess so.

Maybe.

The personalities around them were quite noisy, including the one who called him "Director" and the one who called him "Superstar."

Their personalities don't seem to be so easily discarded.

But it's alright if the 'director' makes their own films and the 'superstar' sings their own songs.

Beside the director and the superstar, there are two other personalities residing.

An adult and a little boy.

A father, a son.

Li Yunyao thought to himself that he hadn't even become a father yet, but he already had a father's personality, and even the personalities of father and son had emerged.

"Am I both a father and a son? Father and son personalities have evolved together. How could this happen? How could this happen?" Li Yun looked at the father and son, both of whom were looking at him.

To be a father?

Should we be sons?

Well, Li Yun doesn't have much experience with either of these two.

But acting, and being an actor, isn't it just about being a master at making and wearing masks?

Next, it was time to meet Zhuo Wei.

Go with him to the publisher.

Let's talk about the start of filming for "Silenced".

Zhuo Wei had been waiting for a long time.

"I'm not late, am I?" Li Yun said with a slight smile.

"Just the right amount, not too much, not too little." Zhuo Wei glanced at his watch. "Let's go, Songshan City Special Education School."

"Um"

The works planned, produced, and filmed by schools are generally accompanied by political objectives.

Things that promote lofty sentiments of patriotism and love for society.

This time, the subject matter presented by the Songshan City Special Education School is rather bloody.

To make a movie about the infringement of rights.

After all, the "special needs children" group inherently lacks the ability to protect themselves.

"This is your first time in a place like this, isn't it?" Zhuo Wei led Li Yun into the school.

Li Yun nodded.

"really.."

Li Yun knew about schools for normal people, vocational schools, and universities, but he had little contact with schools for marginalized people and special needs children.

Yes, for normal people, this kind of thing is really too far removed from their own lives.

Some of them have intellectual disabilities, while others have emotional disorders or mental illnesses.

Some are born deaf and mute.

Compared to physical disabilities, they are more cognitively impaired.

After all, most people with physical disabilities can attend regular schools, rather than coming to schools specifically set up for them.

"This is a group of marginalized people, now and as they grow up, they are marginalized people who are not noticed by many people. They live in corners that you and I could never see." Zhuo Wei lit a cigarette. In front of him was a silly girl who smiled foolishly at him.

They were even gesturing wildly.

At this moment, Zhuo Wei spoke softly.

"Guess what she's thinking? She's deaf and mute, and also has an intellectual disability."

"She's greeting you," Li Yun paused, then said, "She said, 'Hello, did you bring a cake today? I'd like a bittersweet cake.' Sweet and bittersweet, is it a chocolate cake?"

Zhuo Wei: "."

"Do you know sign language?"

"I don't understand."

"How did you know that?"

"There will always be someone who understands."

Li Yun looked at his 'father' beside him.

He was translating for Li Yun using sign language.

I don't understand.

But he understands.

At this moment, Li Yun arrived at the principal's office. He appeared to be a kind-looking middle-aged man with a gentle demeanor.

Ok

Actually, Li Yun doesn't know anything about physiognomy, but the man in front of her seemed to be a very gentle type.

"Hello, I am the principal of this special school."

"Hello." Li Yun looked at the middle-aged man in front of her.

This was my first time negotiating with people as a producer, director, lead actor, and screenwriter, and the feeling was quite subtle.

The other party seems to have made a movie that 'smears' their own school.

"My name is Liu Ping, you can just call me Lao Liu. As you can see, this is how our school is," Liu Ping said to Li Yun with a smile. "We cater to children with special needs. I've read your script. Actually, aside from a few things we want to revise, we don't have anything wrong with it. We can provide venue support, and our local government will also provide support."

The changes are mainly concerning lawyers, judges, and police.

Li Yun certainly knew that revisions were necessary. After all, the original script for this movie was made by Koreans, and Korean movies generally expose darkness, tear open darkness, and then tolerate darkness—capitalists make movies that oppose capitalists, just to make you happy.

It has absolutely no practical significance.

Since we need to localize it.

Li Yun certainly understood this as well. It would definitely be a localization that suited the national conditions. At least, there was absolutely no situation like the one in South Korea where judges and police were all in cahoots.

Learn about the separation of powers among the public security, procuratorate, and courts.

The script for "Silenced" was actually revealed in about half of its length when the old principal was exposed.

The remaining half of the article is mainly dedicated to exposing the darkness of the South Korean judicial system.

Li Yun felt that the second half of his novel, *The Crucible*, would involve using layers of cover-up by the underworld to prevent the news from getting out.

They'll intercept your report and prevent you from petitioning.

Of course, this inevitably involves some grassroots issues—but Liu Ping said it was okay.

The local government could give this script the green light.

After it was finalized, Principal Liu Ping suddenly spoke.

"How about I play the principal?"

Li Yun thought for a moment.

Well, coal mine owners like to make a cameo appearance and show their faces in order to satisfy their cravings.

It seems that even this principal isn't so easily swayed by societal norms.

"Well, the principal's role is extremely important in our 'Silenced'," Li Yun paused before continuing, "He's arguably second only to the male lead in importance as a key figure."

This is the main villain.

The performance has to be so disgusting that it makes people feel nauseous.

Liu Ping looked so refined.

then.

Liu Ping suddenly revealed a very lewd expression.

Abnormal nausea.

Li Yun was stunned for a moment, but didn't say anything.

"Haha, I think this should work," Liu Ping laughed. "How about it? Fulfill my dream of becoming an actor, shall we?"

"If it's like before, then yes, that's fine."

Li Yun was still somewhat emotional.

This expression is in no way inferior to the principal portrayed by Zhang Guang when watching the original version of "Silenced".

The expression on someone's face as they lie on the toilet.

Professionalism

"In that case, let's set a date."

Liu Ping smiled and said, "I have high hopes for you; you're a rising star in the entertainment industry."

"This principal, his expression is really lewd, I like it," Li Yun gave Zhuo Wei a thumbs up: "Professional."

"Back then, didn't you ask me a question, and I asked you a question too?"

After Zhuo Wei saw Li Yun out, he suddenly asked.

"Remember."

"You asked me why I became this broker, and I asked you in return why you wanted to make 'Silenced'. You said it was for fame and fortune. To be honest, I admire you. For fame and fortune, you were able to write such a powerful and impactful script that felt like a personal experience." Zhuo Wei also praised Li Yun here.

The more he thought about the script, the more impressive it became.

It could only be written by a truly talented person.

"Um."

"You even asked me back then why the principal wanted to make and prepare this movie."

"He was originally a sign language teacher, and he was the one who personally sent the school's former principal to prison."

Li Yun was slightly taken aback.

In other words.

The principal himself is the prototype for the protagonist in this movie.

(End of this chapter)