1980 My literary era

Putting the classic "A Dream of Red Mansions" on the TV screen was proposed by Wang Fulin, the director of CCTV, in 1979. This idea was supported by CCTV and the red academic community.

By 1981, CCTV specially held a special meeting on the filming of the "Dream of Red Mansions" TV series to study the issue of adaptation.

It was not until after the Spring Festival this year that CCTV officially established a preparatory team for the "Dream of Red Mansions" TV series. The leader of the preparatory team is Wang Feng, the director of the TV station, and the standards are quite high.

Currently, CCTV is preparing a screenwriting team and advisory committee. If Wang Feng has his true intentions, he hopes to invite Lin Weimin to become the screenwriter of "Dream of Red Mansions".

But he knew that Lin Weimin was not only a well-known writer in the country, but also the deputy editor of "Contemporary". The deputy editor in his twenties had a bright future.

The script editing of "Dream of Red Mansions" is a very laborious and energy-consuming task, and it is impossible for Lin Weimin to spare the time.

In contrast, being a consultant involves much less energy. It basically involves holding meetings and providing various and all-round opinions to the "Dream of Red Mansions" crew.

But there is a problem. The consultants that CCTV plans to invite are all of high seniority. It is a bit unexpected for Lin Weimin, a fresh face, to appear here.

It's not that Wang Feng is unaware of this problem, but who gave Lin Weimin a good teacher? There seems to be nothing wrong with Mr. Wan "bringing disciples into the group".

"……this"

Lin Weimin pondered for a long time.

He had just finished his limelight in the "Literary Newspaper" some time ago. It is really too eye-catching to appear in the advisory group of "post-60s" and "post-70s" at such a young age.

"Wang Tai, I think it's better to forget about the consultant matter."

Wang Feng advised: "Mr. Lin, I don't think you should have too much burden on this matter. The expert consultants we selected for "Dream of Red Mansions" are not based on age, but on their professional strength. Your experience in novel creation and No one can replace the skill in drama creation, and to be honest, the consultant group we intend to invite is exactly lacking an expert who can combine novels, dramas, and especially TV series."

A very important reason why Wang Feng persisted was because he took a fancy to Lin Weimin's creative ability in TV drama scripts.

The success of "Cliff" is the success of the original novel, and it is also a victory of the screenwriter.

To be honest, Ren Hao's directing skills are quite satisfactory. What's rare is that he implemented the content of Lin Weimin's script very seriously and did not take any free rein.

Wang Feng has read the script of "Cliff". Lin Weimin clearly wrote the protagonist's clothing and accessories, the camera position and the duration of each shot, so the director basically didn't need to worry about it.

The result was "Cliff" which was a huge success across the country.

Various TV stations competed to introduce and broadcast it, and the people loved it. Newspapers, magazines, and TV stations reported it one after another. Some radical media even called "The Cliff" "the insurmountable mountain for domestic spy dramas within ten years."

Such success is enough to prove Lin Weimin's talent and ability in the field of TV drama script creation. The advisory group to be invited by CCTV includes red scholars, writers, calligraphers, historians...

They have invited all the majors involved in "Dream of Red Mansions", except for one very important major - TV drama script creation.

There is no doubt that Mr. Wan is a master of drama, but the creation of TV drama scripts is still a very new topic for domestic dramatists. As a subdivision of drama creation, Mr. Wan may not be as accomplished in this aspect. Lin Weimin.

After all, Lin Weimin has a solid record, but Mr. Wan does not.

"Teacher Lin! We CCTV need you, "Dream of Red Mansions" needs you!" Wang Feng saw that Lin Weimin had been hesitant and said in a tone full of sincerity.

No matter how good a boy is, he can't help being so flirtatious!

"That's okay." Lin Weimin finally agreed.

Wang Feng said with a smile: "That's right. With Teacher Lin joining us, our "Dream of Red Mansions" crew will be even more powerful!"

Lin Weimin waved his hands repeatedly to express his humility.

The two discussed the specific preparations for the "Dream of Red Mansions" TV series. Lin Weimin found out that the writing team has not yet been established, and there is no advisory committee. CCTV has only tentatively sent out invitations to some experts. Lin Weimin is the first. A promised one.

Damn, that’s not reserved enough, Lin Weimin thought.

After thinking about it again, forget it, after all, his age and qualifications are here, and being too reserved can easily lead to pretentiousness.

I came to CCTV and got an errand. Nothing happened in the past few months. At least we have to wait until the screenwriting team and advisory committee are established and the screenwriters come up with specific adaptation directions before they can hold meetings to discuss and put forward opinions and suggestions.

That's right, Lin Weimin, the consultant, mainly holds meetings.

When Wang Feng informed him of his work content, Lin Weimin felt a little disappointed.

Teacher Xu can be hugging Yingying Yanyan in the Grand View Garden, but I, Teacher Lin, have to accompany a bunch of old men in the conference room for meetings?

This is not fair!

After leaving CCTV, Lin Weimin made a special trip to Wangfujing Bookstore.

"Comrade, give me a copy of "Dream of Red Mansions"... No, give me a set of the four great classics."

Lin Weimin certainly has four famous works at home, but when he took the job as a consultant for "Dream of Red Mansions", he still planned to find some sense of ritual for himself.

After buying the books, Lin Weimin ran to Muxidi in the evening.

"Here we go again!" Wan Fang opened the door and said to Lin Weimin.

"Senior sister, what you said is wrong. I came to see the teacher for a serious matter."

"What can you do?"

After a few dull words after entering, Lin Weimin talked about business with Mr. Wan, "Teacher, CCTV is going to shoot a TV series called "Dream of Red Mansions" and invited me to be a consultant."

Mr. Wan put down the newspaper in his hand, and before he could speak, Wan Fang shouted: "Invite you to be a consultant?"

"Sister, your tone is very hurtful."

"I'm sorry, Consultant Lin."

Mr. Wan said at this time: "Okay, stop making trouble."

He asked Lin Weimin: "Do you agree?"

Lin Weimin said a little embarrassedly: "Who can refuse this?"

Mr. Wan said helplessly: "You are very brave!"

"Yes, I would say that these people from CCTV dare to make plans for classics." Lin Weimin agreed.

Mr. Wan stared, "Don't change the subject, I'm talking about you!"

"Ah? I thought you were talking about people from CCTV!" Lin Weimin looked innocent.

Wan Fang covered her mouth and snickered.

Mr. Wan scolded: "Stop pretending to be stupid. Is it so easy to be a consultant in "Dream of Red Mansions"? With your qualifications, you are the target of public criticism. It is not what people in the advisory group think of you, but how people outside see you..." …”

Lin Weimin lowered his eyebrows and said, "Teacher, you are right!"

"You, you..." Mr. Wan pointed at him with an angry tone.

"Then I tell them to quit? I no longer want to be a consultant!" Lin Weimin raised his head and asked tentatively.

Mr. Wan snorted, "I've already agreed. If I back out, won't I make others laugh?"

Lin Weimin had a smile on his face, and Mr. Wan said angrily: "Originally, I didn't plan to join this advisory group, and it won't work if I don't join this time."

Just for Lin Weimin, Mr. Wan has to enter this time!

Even if the trees are beautiful in the forest, the wind will destroy them.

Sometimes people don't believe more in the origins of family education and the inheritance of teachers. It's just that if someone has someone covering their head, public opinion will not go too far.

On the contrary, you may be able to show your true strength with punches and kicks, but just because there is no one to protect you, you will inevitably be slandered and slandered by villains.

With him here, outsiders could only say that Mr. Wan helped the students, and Lin Weimin had benefited from the teacher, but after all, Lin Weimin had his own excellent strength.

But if Mr. Wan was not on the advisory board, Lin Weimin would be too conspicuous, and he would definitely become a thorn in the side of countless jealous people.

Another important reason why Mr. Wan had to join was that if the student Lin Weimin was on the advisory board and the teacher Mr. Wan was not among them, some dark-minded villains might spread rumors.

After these thoughts flashed through Mr. Wan's mind, he couldn't help scolding Lin Weimin.

Wan Fang advised at this time: "Dad, I think it makes sense for CCTV to invite Wei Min. The filming of "Cliff" is so good, and Wei Min's novel and script are indispensable. CCTV probably took a fancy to this and invited Wei Min." His. "A Dream of Red Mansions" is indeed a masterpiece, but it also needs to be made into a TV series!"

Lin Weimin secretly gave Wan Fang a finger.

Mr. Wan said: "Do I know what you are saying? People's words are terrible. He has just made a splash in the "Literary News" for the people. Now is the time to hide one's strength and bide one's time. The direction of policy and public opinion changes from time to time. You guys I'm still young and don't understand these things..."

Not only Lin Weimin understood the protective heart in Mr. Wan's words, but Wan Fang also understood it.

She continued: "So didn't Weimin come to tell you right away? With you here, why should I be afraid?"

"You..." Mr. Wan pointed at his daughter and was speechless for a moment.

"Forget it, I'm too lazy to care about you." Mr. Wan waved his hand and drove the two of them to the kitchen to help.

After a while, dinner was ready.

While eating, Mr. Wan suddenly said: "By the way, Mr. Arthur Miller has determined the time for his visit. He is expected to make the trip next month. You will have to spare some time then. It will only take a few days."

Arthur Miller is a friend of Mr. Wan and an important playwright in the American theater world.

This time I came to China at the invitation of Mr. Wan, mainly because Mr. Wan wanted to introduce his works to Yanjing People's Art.

"Okay, I'll make some arrangements then."

Wan Fang said with envy: "Wei Min is a very busy person now."

Lin Weimin laughed and said, "Senior sister, why do I feel so bitter after hearing what you said?"

Wan Fang glared at him with apricot eyes, "Thankfully I spoke for you just now, you really have no conscience."

The two of them made jokes at the dinner table, the atmosphere was relaxed, and Mr. Wan and his wife had cheerful smiles on their faces.

The third update is another day full of sunshine.