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The first major action sequence in "Chinese Zodiac" is a roller skating scene.

In this scene, JC has to wear roller skates and speed through the base's corridors and bends, dodging patrolling guards.

The moves are extremely difficult; a slight misstep could result in a fall.

Jackie Chan was extremely invested in this scene.

Before filming began, he secretly practiced for a long time, wearing roller skates every day, skating in the rink, falling and getting up, falling again and getting up again, all to make the movements look smooth and realistic.

On the day filming officially began, Jackie Chan, dressed in tight-fitting gear and roller skates, stood at the entrance of the corridor.

"All units, prepare." Lin Mo picked up the walkie-talkie from behind the monitor.

Cheng Long took a deep breath, lowered his body, lowered his center of gravity, and with a push of his feet, he shot out like an arrow.

He sped through the corridor, and at a bend, he made a sharp turn, his body almost touching the ground. There was an obstacle in front of him, and he twisted his waist sharply to avoid it. There were also patrolling "guards" in front of him, and he ducked and passed by them.

Sharp turns, sudden stops, and dodges all rely on rigid body control.

The roller skates screeched as they rubbed against the ground.

The action was so dangerous that the onlookers' hearts were in their throats.

After filming one take, Jackie Chan came to a steady stop and removed his protective gear.

His forehead was covered in sweat, but he had a smile on his face.

"Director Lin, what do you think of this cut? Is it okay?" Jackie Chan wiped his sweat and asked with a smile.

Lin Mo watched the playback on the monitor and nodded: "Smooth, brother, how long have you been practicing roller skating?"

Jackie Chan laughed and said, "I practiced for a long time. For this scene alone, I fell countless times in private. Every time I fell, I got up and practiced again. I didn't want it to be smooth and realistic on camera. You can't fool people with a stunt double."

Lin Mo said, "Brother, at your age, you're still working so hard."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Long was displeased: "Director Lin, what are you saying? Although I'm almost sixty, I'm in great health. My private doctor examined me and said that my physical functions are about the same as those of a forty-year-old."

He patted his chest, looking proud: "I, Jackie Chan, can still fight. I haven't had enough action scenes yet."

Lin Mo smiled: "Brother, I really admire your physique. You have the function of a forty-year-old and the experience of a sixty-year-old. With you in this play, I feel at ease."

Cheng Long waved his hand: "Director Lin, don't flatter me. You are the real director. If anyone else were to film this roller skating scene, they would have used a stunt double to get by. You insisted on filming it for real. I know you're being meticulous, and I'm just like you, I'm meticulous too."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

Old Zhao, who was standing nearby, leaned over and whispered, "Director Lin, Brother Lin's physique is really robust. He's almost sixty, and he can still rollerblade, drive stunts, and fight. He's the king of Chinese action movies."

Lin Mo nodded without saying anything.

in the afternoon.

Filming begins; Zhang Lanxin's main entrance scene is about to start.

Zhang Lanxin felt a little awkward before filming this scene.

She was dressed in a black bodysuit and wearing ten-centimeter heels, standing on the set, looking extremely uncomfortable.

"Director Lin, this outfit... is too tight." Zhang Lanxin tugged at the hem of her clothes, a little embarrassed. "And these high heels, I'm afraid I won't be able to move freely while doing the action scenes."

Lin Mo said, "Lan Xin, this is exactly the effect we're going for in this play. Bonnie is a capable professional fighter, and this outfit is her disguise. The more uncomfortable you feel, the more you need to portray her composure. Remember, you're not wearing this outfit; you're using it to complete the mission."

Zhang Lanxin took a deep breath and nodded: "Director Lin, I understand. I'll give it a try."

Wen Ning arrived nearby.

She was still a newcomer and it was her first time seeing action scenes filmed like this. Standing in the crowd, she was both nervous and curious. She looked at Zhang Lanxin and whispered to Xiang Zuo next to her, "Sister Lanxin is amazing. She can do action scenes in such high heels."

Xiang Zuo said, "Of course! She's a Taekwondo champion with top-notch leg skills. Just wait and see, this performance will be absolutely amazing."

Wen Ning's eyes were bright, her face full of anticipation.

As filming officially began, Zhang Lanxin walked to the window, firmly supporting herself on one leg, and slowly raised her other long leg, extending it through the window crack. At first, she was a little tense and couldn't move freely, so Lin Mo called for a stop.

"Lan Xin, relax. Your body is tense, but Bonnie is calm and composed right now. She's not nervous; she's calculating how to keep her muscles in a proper balance of tension and relaxation."

Zhang Lanxin made some adjustments and started again.

This time, she was much better. She lifted her long legs, and the heel of her high heel precisely hooked onto the key tray. Her muscles were in perfect control, without the slightest wobbling. Holding her breath, she slowly hooked the tray out of the window.

The next second, she sank down smoothly and did a clean split, sticking herself against the wall, and the tray was safely hidden.

The entire set of movements was fluid and graceful.

"Click—Passed."

Zhang Lanxin retracted her long leg and stood up. Wen Ning, standing in the crowd, stared wide-eyed and exclaimed softly, "That's amazing..."

Cheng Long spoke first, clapping his hands with a smile: "Beautiful! Lan Xin, your legwork is amazing!"

Xiang Zuo also leaned closer: "Are your legs made of iron?"

Zhang Lanxin smiled and said, "It's something you learn through practice."

At this moment, Jackie Chan turned his head, winked at Lin Mo, and said with a hint of teasing, "Director Lin, I've figured it out. You really know how to film beautiful women. Those long legs, high heels, and splits—the camera work is amazing."

Everyone on set laughed when he said that.

Old Zhao chimed in, "Director Lin, what you said is true. Your shot perfectly captured Lan Xin's beauty and skill; she's both sexy and agile."

Xiang Zuo chimed in, "Director Lin, you made Wolf Warrior so hardcore, and you're also good at filming this long-legged beauty."

Wen Ning, standing to the side, covered her mouth and chuckled.

Lin Mo wasn't annoyed by their teasing and said with a smile, "You've got the wrong idea. This scene isn't just for entertainment."

He explained, "Bonnie's character is the team's action specialist. Her appearance needs to be memorable, but just being memorable isn't enough; she needs to be compelling. You see, she can't use her hands or leave fingerprints throughout the entire film. Why? Because if she touches anything, she'll expose the entire team. That's why she uses her legs. That's how the character's persona is established."

Lin Mo continued, "She's not just an ordinary pretty face; she's a professional. She's intelligent and resourceful. That legwork was for the mission. If you're going to film her, you have to capture her value."

After listening, Jackie Chan nodded and said earnestly, "Director Lin, I accept your explanation. Every role has its own nuances. Bonnie's performance was both beautiful and cool, and it brought the character to life perfectly. Brilliant."

Zhang Lanxin listened attentively and said, "Director Lin, don't worry, I will play this role well."

Lin Mo nodded: "You acted this part very well."

Wen Ning stood to the side, watching this scene, and thought to herself: This is Director Lin's way of filming. Every shot has its reason. I have to work harder to keep up.