1980 My literary era

It was already the fifteenth day of the twelfth lunar month when Lu Yao and his family left Yanjing, and they returned to Xi'an just in time to celebrate the New Year.

In a blink of an eye, the Chinese New Year is only half a month away, and the Spring Festival atmosphere on the streets of Yanjing City is getting stronger and stronger.

Lin Weimin came to Renyi after returning from the station after seeing his family off.

So I was very happy to see Lin Weimin. A few days ago, Renyi just received a notice from the WS department. At the invitation of the French Ministry of Culture, Renyi will go to France for a half-month performance exchange in March next year.

This performance invitation seems to have a lot to do with Lin Weimin.

Lin Weimin went to France to receive the award, and the History Museum actively participated in it. They used this opportunity to cooperate with the French government and various literary institutions in many exchange activities, including the invitational performance by Renyi.

For this performance in France, Renyi is carefully preparing for the two works "Farewell My Concubine" and "The Horse Trapper".

After several years of accumulation, Renyi has discovered that the style of "Farewell My Concubine" is very popular among foreigners. If it is performed abroad, the effect will definitely be good.

I chose another work, "Horse Trapper", because of the play's American twin, "The Kite Runner."

"The Kite Runner" has been in theaters for more than a year. It has fully inherited the popularity of "The Intouchables" on Broadway, and won several Tony Awards last year, making it famous.

"Horse Trapper" bears the name of the original "The Kite Runner", so I guess the effect will not be bad.

This time Lin Weimin came to Renyi and found that everyone treated him better than before.

In the second half of the year, Su Zhi used his connections to transfer Tao Huimin's job to Renyi Lai, and everyone at Renyi Lai did not complain at all.

Not to mention the scripts that Mr. Lin has contributed to Renyi over the years, I will just say the same thing. Because of Mr. Lin, Renyi received an invitation from Hong Kong some time ago to perform "Jiajing and Hai Rui".

At this time, Xiangjiang had not yet returned to the motherland, and many people and arts workers experienced the colorful world of capitalism.

Soon, Renyi will perform in France again, and this time the lineup will be even stronger.

Two works, at least thirty people, are all influenced by Teacher Lin!

In other units, you may not have the opportunity to go abroad for a few years, but in Renyi, because of Teacher Lin, the extremely difficult thing of going abroad seems to have become easier.

So, what happened to Teacher Lin’s girlfriend coming to Renyi?

Not to mention that he is a serious actor and acted in the movie version of "Dream of Red Mansions".

With such a backdoor, Renyi wished Lin Weimin could go further.

After talking about performing abroad, we asked Lin Weimin for his opinion. Renyi hoped to move "Burning" to the drama stage.

In the past few years, the emergence of Lin Weimin has solved the script shortage of Renyi. In addition, in the past two years, Renyi has developed its own talent and introduced a number of foreign works. Renyi is no longer as hungry for scripts as before, but Lin Weimin's works are still Renyi's first choice.

In the past two years, Lin Weimin's "Burning" and "Hunting" have a very realistic style. Knowing that Lin Weimin had decided to hide "Hunting", Renyi targeted "Burning".

Regarding Renyi's request for adaptation, Lin Weimin is always ready, and he is an old collaborator after all.

So he proposed to ask him to write the script himself. Lin Weimin thought about it for a while. Anyway, he had been suspended recently and had no works to write. He was idle, so he agreed.

The next day, it snowed heavily in Yanjing, and Wang Shuo braved the wind and snow to visit Lin Weimin's house.

Lin Weimin thought he was doing something great, but it turned out that "The Unruly Lord" was about to be released, and Wang Shuo invited everyone to watch the movie.

There is no concept of a premiere these days. The crew members dispersed after filming the movie, and there were no activities after the movie was released. The studio was responsible for selling copies. That is, only a junior brother like Wang Shuo would be so nervous and excited.

But considering his sincere invitation, Lin Weimin was too embarrassed not to go.

After getting into the car, Wang Shuo sat in the passenger seat and looked at the wind and snow outside the car window. He couldn't help but sigh: "Your life is still rotten!"

"If you're envious, just write the manuscript well, and when you earn enough royalties, you can buy one yourself."

Teacher Lin casually said chicken soup for the soul, but Wang Shuo didn't listen to him at all.

Wang Shuo is not stupid. Lin Weimin earned most of his money overseas. It is not easy to buy a car in China by writing.

He makes a living by writing. How could he not know the situation?

But then again, if you really reach Lin Weimin's level, there is no problem in buying a car just relying on the income from domestic publishing.

"Turn east, turn east, pick up someone."

Wang Shuo directed Lin Weimin to drive, and he couldn't help complaining: "Do you think I am a taxi?"

"Dude, the movie is coming out, and it's snowing like this. We can't let all the brothers brave the wind and snow to support it!"

"You are so righteous! You are so righteous! I deserve to be the driver!"

Lin Weimin complained, but he still braved the wind and snow and walked around Yanjing City to pick up people.

Good guy, I didn’t stop even one trip, so I just took the second trip.

In addition to acquaintances such as Zheng Xiaolong, Feng Xiaogang, and Ma Dudu, there are also Liang Tian and Ge You who Wang Shuo met during the filming of "The Unruly Lord".

In the second half of the year, "Break Dance" was released and became a hit in the 49 cities. It was so popular that you couldn't even buy a ticket. Countless street dance kings appeared in the alleys of Yanjing. Liang Tian had an afro perm like in the movie, and then cooperated with it. The festive appearance is unforgettable.

Ge You looks much plainer, but his hair is a bit frayed and he went bald at a young age.

It was the first time for Liang Tian and Ge You to meet Lin Weimin. At this time, they had not yet become famous, and they were a little nervous when they saw Lin Weimin.

As the new year is approaching, although the craze for the Goncourt Literary Prize that has lasted for almost two months is about to pass, Lin Weimin's reputation has not diminished at all.

This is one of the few great writers in the country!

Looking at Lin Weimin's chic gesture of driving a Mercedes with one hand, the two of them became even more cautious.

"It's okay! Duri friends!" Wang Shuo said carelessly, patting the two of them on the shoulders.

"Put your tongue straight and speak."

Lin Weimin joked and the atmosphere relaxed.

Everyone gathered at the entrance of the Capital Cinema. This place was originally called the Xinxin Grand Theatre. It was the theater where many famous Peking Opera actors appeared before the liberation. After the liberation, it changed its name several times and finally became the Capital Cinema.

After the reform and opening up, many foreign classic movies were lifted from the ban, and the people of Yanjing can always see different foreign movies in the capital's cinemas.

For example, the opera film "La Traviata" was introduced to the country last year. Not long after the optical stereo was installed in the Capital Cinema, the effect of watching this opera film was outstanding, which aroused the enthusiastic pursuit of Yanjing citizens. According to the "Yanjing Evening News" report, at least 200,000 people in Yanjing City have watched this movie. This is a niche opera film.

This time "The Unruly Lord" was released, Capital Cinema purchased a copy, and Wang Shuo took the lead in buying movie tickets for everyone.

Zheng Xiaolong pushed Wang Shuo to buy drinks and snacks for everyone. Lin Weimin asked for coffee, but Wang Shuo glared at him, thinking that he was being taken advantage of.

Last year, China Film Company took the lead in proposing the concept of diversified operations, and Yanjing City Cinema began selling drinks and snacks.

Wang Shuo and Feng Xiaogang came back with things to share with everyone. Zheng Xiaolong drank the Arctic Ocean and said, "That's right! You have to look like a treat."

Everyone ate and drank, swaying their arms and entering the screening room, just like a bunch of street kids.

Oh, no, in Yanjing, this is called stubborn master.

"The Stubborn Lord" is adapted from Wang Shuo's novel, and the screenwriter is Wang Shuo. The degree of restoration of the novel is very high. It is basically the flavor of the early stage of Feng Xiaogang's movies in later generations, especially when looking at the two pictures of Ge You and Tianliang with their own characteristics. Featured face.

After watching the movie, the wind and snow outside stopped.

Wang Shuo made plans to go to Donglaishun to eat hotpot mutton. This was the highlight of today's treat, and everyone cheered.

A group of people came in, ordered twenty kilograms of mutton first, and suppressed the whole crowd.

While eating and chatting, Zheng Xiaolong talked about the situation of "Desire".

This TV series, with an investment of 1 million yuan, has emptied the Art Center's financial resources. It will start filming in the second half of the year. It just finished filming last month. It is now in post-production. It is expected to be broadcast after the New Year. The broadcast will still be on CCTV, which is better than later generations. A full two years ahead of schedule.

Zheng Xiaolong said that this TV series was a bit stressful. TV series these days still follow the path of monopolized purchase and sales. The center invested one million, and it was certain to lose money. It all depends on the reputation and influence after the broadcast.

Making money and reputation must come first.

"I have confidence in our Director Zheng. The only one missing us in the Chinese TV industry is our "Desire"!"

Everyone was already accustomed to Feng Xiaogang's speaking style, so they teased him a few times, but Feng Xiaogang didn't take it seriously, but was cheerful.

The compatibility between snowy weather and hotpot mutton was so good that Lin Weimin couldn't help but drink two more glasses, patting Ge You on the shoulder and breathing out the smell of alcohol.

"Yuko, believe me, it's useless if you keep your hair. Just shave it, shave it, and you'll be popular!"

Ge You is a little depressed. Just because I don't like to talk doesn't mean I'm easy to bully.

He doesn't hit people in the face, he doesn't criticize people, he doesn't expose his shortcomings. Teacher Lin is quite a writer, so why does he focus on poking people's eyes when chatting?

At this time, Wang Shuo, who was also a little drunk, also joined in.

"Yuko, you don't have to believe what others say, but you have to be careful when speaking for the people. He is such an evil person!"

Feng Xiaogang also echoed: "Teacher Lin is right. Yuko, your image is not outstanding enough as an actor. Once you shave your head, you will be unforgettable immediately."

Liang Tian said, "If you shave your head, wouldn't you become Chen Peisi?"

Feng Xiaogang retorted: "What happened to Chen Peisi? There is only one Chen Peisi in China. If you shave your head, you will be the second Chen Peisi. Let me ask you, will you do it if I leave you alone?"

His aggressive tactics made Liang Tian hesitate. In the past few years, Chen Peisi has been at the peak of his popularity in China, with sketches and movies blooming. If he could really become as talented as Chen Peisi, shaving his head wouldn't be a problem.

"Then shave it!" Liang Tianti and Ge You made the decision.

Wang Shuo patted Ge You on the shoulder, "That's right! Let's go!"

Ge You was startled, "Where are you going?"

"Shave your head!"

"Really shaved?"

Ge You immediately grabbed the table. Who are these people? They want to shave their heads if they disagree?

Feng Xiaogang saw the excitement and didn't mind the big deal, so he clamped Ge You's arm.

"Listen to Master Shuo. Teacher Lin also said that you will become popular if you shave your head!"

"I won't go! I won't go!" Ge You wanted to run away in fear.

However, everyone worked together to catch him, and then carried Ge You, who was kicking his legs, to the barber shop without even bothering to eat.

"Waiter, leave the table for us, we'll be back later to eat!"

Zheng Xiaolong was left last, taking care of the funeral arrangements.

Ge You was carried to the barber shop by everyone and pushed in front of the mirror. Everyone made gestures at his head and talked a lot, talking drunkenly, which made Ge You tremble with fear.

Facing such a group of drunken strong men, he really felt worried that his head would move.

In the end, the barber got impatient and said, "Do you want to shave? Why are there so many things?"

"Shave! Shave!"

Before anyone could speak, Ge spoke first.

He is timid by nature, and the people who had just listened to the discussion for a long time were really afraid that something would happen to this group of people again.

The long-term pain is worse than the short-term pain, and I don’t have much hair anyway, so I just shaved it off.

Lin Weimin patted Ge You on the shoulder, "Youzi still has the courage! Tell me, if you are not popular, who will be?"

Ge You wants to cry but has no tears. Thank you so much.

If you don't say anything, my hair will be fine.

Shaving one's head was a joy. In just a few minutes, Ge You's head was shiny. The barber didn't forget to wipe it with a towel after finishing the work, making it shiny.

Everyone looked at Ge You's new hairstyle and talked about it, and finally unanimously agreed.

With a new haircut, Yuzi's image has changed drastically, her temperament is outstanding, and she is on track to become a movie star. Ge You couldn't laugh or cry while listening to the drunken talk of these drunkards.

After leaving the barber shop, Ge You, who had just shaved his head, felt a chill in his heart. He returned to Dong Laishun in retreat, and everyone continued to eat and drink.

Everything just now seemed to have never happened. Only Ge You touched the bald head of his head, feeling sad.