My Hong Kong Island Filmmaker

Chapter 1098 Straw-covered pearls and "History of Blood and Tears of Chinese Laborers"

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"Director Wang—"

In the restaurant, Xiaozu Wu smiled politely and bowed to say hello. The visitor insisted, walked quickly two steps, and shook hands with Xiaozu Wu very gently with a smile.

""Seven Sins" really makes people feel the power from the heart, and it also deeply dissects human nature."

Wang Ying, a Chinese-American director with a round-inch chin, a goat-baa beard, and gold-rimmed glasses, smiled and praised: "It really makes our Chinese filmmakers look better."

"If this movie were played by white and black people, the box office might be higher. Old America seems to be a place of freedom, but in fact the barriers are extremely high. On the contrary, the level of tolerance of our Chinese is really fair."

Hu Jinquan said bluntly: "Western films have achieved good box office in Hong Kong Island and Taipei. On the contrary, it is difficult for anyone to show the current situation of the Chinese, especially those Chinese workers who have made indelible contributions to the United States..."

Director Wang Ying was slightly silent. The history of Chinese Americans in the United States, especially Lao Hua, is a history of blood and tears.

He used to shoot this type of theme "Eating a Bowl of Tea", but the focus was off...it became a nonsensical pornographic film, but the focus was ignored. There is no way, the standard and the capital Reluctant to touch those sensitive points.

Hu Jinquan has always wanted to make the history of Chinese laborers into a movie, but unfortunately, such a subject really lacks investment.However, in fact, the Chinese in the United States desperately need such a movie.

In other words, the older generation of Chinese Americans is looking forward to the appearance of such a film, which means that they have never been forgotten by history.

Hu Jinquan himself has a 10-minute love for this subject, and has been running around to solicit investment and inquire about information throughout history.Unfortunately, in history, this movie finally became a spectacle because of Hu Jinquan's unexpected death. Since then, there will be no "History of Blood and Tears of Chinese Laborers".

If you really want to please the Chinese, instead of shooting the incomprehensible "Mulan", it is better to shoot a work with such a theme.But it is a pity that this kind of history is destined to require a director or filmmaker of his own nation to establish a project... Just like Spielberg did with "Schindler's List".

But if you don't fight for it yourself, then naturally there is no way for others to help you realize the so-called historical awareness.

In later generations, Wu Baige plans to restart this project...but it is estimated that many people are afraid that he will make "Mengmeng Stand Up 3".

"Azu, I know your contribution to Chinese films, but I don't know if you are interested in subjects like the history of blood and tears of Chinese laborers?" Hu Jinquan changed his voice and began to climb up to Wu Xiaozu.

"I used to find a lot of history about Chinese laborers in the California library, and I even went to two small towns where Chinese railway workers lived in the original records, called I Go, Oh No. The town of this 19th century The name is still there today, but it is desolate and no one has lived in it for a long time, but the name can still be found on the old map.

I’ve had this idea since 1975, and even made plans for filming and revised several scripts…”

Uh?
When Wu Xiaozu watched Hu Jinquan directly take out a stack of scripts from his bag, he understood what Li Heizi told him back then—don't be fooled by Director Hu's thick eyebrows and big eyes, this guy is best at bewitching investment.

He couldn't help showing a wry smile.

Finally got the script.

It can be seen that this script is really old. He said that preparations began in 1975, which is indeed true.The script is full of traces of wind and frost, and there are many changes. Obviously, this script has been adapted countless times in his hands.

"Uncle Quan, I need to give you an answer after reading it." Wu Xiaozu held a thick stack of scripts, feeling quite heavy.

"It's okay, don't rush for a while, now I'm still in good health, I can afford to wait... Anyway, this is the biggest wish in my life." Hu Jinquan said.

Wu Xiaozu was not the first person to receive this script.

From the film company in Wanwan to the film company in Hong Kong Island and even the Hollywood company, this script has been handed over to many people. He has always tried to bring this story to the big screen.

16 years and still waiting.

"Director Hu, you still have to pay attention to your body, your heart has been unstable." Director Wang Ying took the initiative to care.

"It's a small problem. I know my body well." Hu Jinquan waved his hand with a smile, he didn't care much about his body, instead he took the initiative to look at Wu Xiaozu with a smile, "Azu, I don't know if you have heard of He The story of a pearl covered with a pole? "History of Blood and Tears of Huagong" is that pearl, and it takes a caring person like you to lift the stalk to discover its brilliance.

I believe that you are a person with feelings and ambitions. Of course, you should not be under pressure.If you are worried about recovering the cost, my old bone can be your pawn for free..."

"Don't dare to act, dare not act, Uncle Quan, you are scolding me." Wu Xiaozu got up quickly, saying that he didn't dare.

Good guy!
Although he is now known as the new banner of Chinese-language films, but Hu Jinquan's status is here, he is really a senior!In the film industry, where seniority is considered, how dare Wu Xiaozu make mistakes so easily.

"What's this?"

Director Hu bluntly laughed at himself: "At the beginning when Tsui Hark had a disagreement with me, wasn't it because he was worried that my film would not earn back the box office? Besides, no one's money came from the wind... You are such a big mess, all kinds of Expenditure and investment are very large, and the cost must be calculated.

It's not my first day in this business, nor is it my first time to pitch this project.

I know that at my age, I may be much behind you.However, I ask myself how much strength I still have in film shooting.If you want to balance your investment, I can shoot commercial films for you for free to help you earn back some of your investment.This is also normal..."

In Wu Xiaozu's eyes, the old man is very cute, and the whole person is very straightforward. He does not rely on the old to sell the old at all, but he really considers the cost of Wu Xiaozu.

A movie like "History of Blood and Tears of Chinese Laborers" is definitely not a low-cost movie.

Hu Jinquan also understood Wu Xiaozu's concerns.

"I'm particularly interested in the stories in "Liao Zhai" recently, and I'm very interested in making a movie about 'Painted Skin'." Hu Jinquan said with a smile: "If you think it's okay, you might as well talk about it. Just be me The interview work, Boss Wu, do you want to see my quality?"

"Painted Skin: Yin-Yang Dharma King"!
Wu Xiaozu knew it was this drama as soon as he heard it.

In fact, this movie is quite a pity. The special effects are so poor that it was not popular among many martial arts movies back then.

However, we can still see Hu Jinquan's directing skills.

Thinking of this, Wu Xiaozu couldn't help but change his expression.

Can it be changed to "Painted Skin"? ? ? ?

Can the special effects meet the standard?In fact, there are not many special effects techniques used in this film. The most rare thing is the image of the fox demon that appears after the character played by Zhou Gongzi in the original version peels off. The "skin" of "Painted Skin" is the essence of this film, so the "peeling" shot is the most exciting part of this film.

Could Hollywood in 1991 support such a technology?
On this point, Wu Xiaozu still hesitated, but it was not insurmountable.

However, there is no shortage of him inviting Chen Guofu and Hu Jinquan to try this project together.

"Uncle Quan, I am also a Chinese, and I am also a filmmaker. Of course I support this type of film." Xiaozu Wu put the script aside and poured tea for the other party, "But such a film does not happen overnight. If I approve a project, at least the script must stand up to scrutiny."

"No problem, I can modify the script at any time." Hu Jinquan said hastily.

"Don't worry, I'll have a look at the script first, and then I'll shoot professionals to study it. As for the story of 'Painted Skin' in "Liao Zhai" that you want to shoot, you can also shoot it first. Do you want to mention anything? I'm working for nothing... I promise that the movie "History of Blood and Tears of the Chinese Laborers" will definitely attract enough investment for you, so can you do it?"

Wu Xiaozu believes that with his haste, he will not worry about attracting investment.

Of course, for such a movie, it may be inevitable to lose money at the box office.But consider the problem comprehensively.

The hidden benefits brought by this drama will definitely have a huge effect on Wu Xiaozu's foothold in North America.

At the same time, this drama will definitely receive support from the mainland.

However, adhering to the principle of not leaving empty space, Wu Xiaozu must not let go of Hu Jinquan's movie about "Painted Skin".

"But Uncle Quan, you have to be mentally prepared. This subject is definitely not something you can shoot in a short time... You have to maintain good health. Heart problems should not be underestimated. I suggest you go to the best hospital in California as soon as possible. Check, and then do the surgery. Only in this way can I rest assured..."

Wu Xiaozu deliberately joked: "Otherwise, I really don't feel at ease to hand over tens of millions of investment to you."

"Don't worry, I won't give up halfway." Hu Jinquan laughed, and then pointed to Wang Ying, "Although I'm a little bit aggressive when I say this, Wei En's new project is actually quite stylish... Wayne, if Azu is interested, you might as well give it to him."

"Oh? Director Wang also has a new play?" Wu Xiaozu looked at Wang Ying, an intellectual, unexpectedly.

"I don't know John, have you read Ms. Tan Amy's novel "The Joy Luck Club" two years ago..." Wang Ying simply told Wu Xiaozu this story.

In fact, as soon as he said the title of the film, Wu Xiaozu remembered the film.

This drama is highly rated among Chinese Americans, and of course the controversy is not small.Many people think that the "self-hate literature and art" of Chinese immigrants to the United States is contained in this film, and the image of Chinese people is belittled and the image of white people is raised in the movie.

For Wu Xiaozu, this ideological problem may not be the problem of the director himself.

But, all that aside, the show is actually pretty good.

"Director Wang, you are always welcome as a guest." Wu Xiaozu took the initiative to leave his contact information.

"Okay, thank you Director Wu." Wang Ying also breathed a sigh of relief.

Although based on the content of this drama and his fame, this drama will not fail to attract investment.But being able to have Wu Xiaozu's promise undoubtedly made it easier for him, and he was more comfortable in the preparation.

no way.

Who doesn't know that Director Wu has deep roots in Asia!

(End of this chapter)