I'm not just a director

"Inception" is over 140 minutes long, which is a bit long in a movie market where the duration is 120 minutes or even around 100 minutes.

In addition, the plot is a bit convoluted and brain-burning, and many viewers are dying to watch it.

But it doesn't feel painful, after all, there is a big scene every few minutes that creates a strong visual impact.

The audience can intuitively feel that this is a very good movie with high storytelling skills.

But limited by my viewing experience, I always felt a bit incomprehensible.

No, it’s not the director’s fault that I can’t understand, it’s my fault!

Such thoughts were running through the minds of many viewers.

This is like the price of a certain brand of mobile phones in later generations. Can you say that the mobile phone is not good?

No, it’s not the problem that it’s expensive, it’s that I’m too poor!

"Damn it, this is a special effect, it's so awesome!"

"It's not special effects. I watched the documentary. It's a real shot. I can only say that Director Jiang is awesome, and Cheng Long's acting skills are not picky!"

"A train rushed directly to the city center? Such a big battle was actually shot. I really love it."

"Is this a big explosion in the center of Paris? And judging from the documentary, it was not synthesized on a green screen. I can only say that Director Jiang is so awesome!"

While the movie was playing, many viewers were whispering in the audience, and there were one or two exclamations from time to time.

“It seems that the response from the audience is pretty good, I can see in their eyes the shadow of our internal preview.

I feel that the movie is very well shot, but I feel that I can’t understand it, and I’m confused. "

Han Shanping smiled and said to Jiang Peian beside him.

Jiang Pei'an said slowly:

"That's why I proposed the award-winning activity at the premiere. People who understand the film must explain it to those who don't understand it, and it can also expand the film's influence."

Han Shanping nodded, he was very approving of the "reward solicitation" launched by Jiang Pei'an.

It is even conceivable that many people will decipher the reports of "Inception" on some public platforms such as the Internet and print media.

This is also propaganda in disguise.

When everyone around you is discussing a movie, people who have never seen the movie will naturally walk into the theater out of curiosity.

"Pei'an, have you ever wanted to go over and try to win the big prize?"

Han Shanping asked. The big prizes he mentioned were naturally not domestic ones, but international ones.

"There are indeed considerations in this regard."

After Jiang Pei'an returned to China to make movies, he didn't pay much attention to some foreign awards.

Enjoyable films such as "Taken" and "Source Code" have also been nominated in major foreign awards, but those are just suburban film festivals, which are really not interesting.

He has never been to at least three major film festivals and the Oscars.

Han Shanping nodded and said:
"I'll go back and ask someone to help you prepare in advance. It shouldn't be difficult to win the award for "Inception"."

Putting aside some political and secular prejudices, "Inception" itself is of good quality and has many innovations in shooting.

Even if you can't win a big prize like plot, you definitely can't escape a best technical award, it just depends on how it works.

As the two of them chatted, the movie on the big screen began to come to an end.

"Crash!"

When the movie ended, the lights in the theater were turned on, and everyone stood up and applauded enthusiastically.

"Exciting, the pictures are so damn exciting, the plot? I feel like I'm going to have a brain, as if I'm grasping something but not figuring it out."

"This movie is definitely worth watching twice or three times. Some of the plots in the movie really need to be studied carefully!"

"It's really exciting. It makes people feel like it's a Hollywood blockbuster, but it only uses Chinese actors."

Everyone looked at Jiang Peian excitedly, this man was really awesome.

It is hard to imagine that this is a masterpiece written, directed and acted by the young man in front of me.

This is unique in the country and even the world.

Therefore, this applause is not so much dedicated to the movie as it is a compliment to Jiang Peian.

Feng Xiaogang, who was sitting in his seat, was also looking at Jiang Pei'an with a gloomy expression.

Both of them became famous in China through commercial films, and even Feng Xiaogang became famous earlier.

If "Hurricane" and "Source Code" made him look up to Jiang Pei'an, he still had a sense of superiority in his heart.

After all, Feng's humor is very influential in the entire circle and among the audience.

But after watching "Inception" today, Feng Xiaogang almost realized in despair that the other party had left him by a huge margin.

At least he couldn't make a complex movie like "Inception."

Money and technology can be solved over time, but he thinks he can't keep up with this advanced and complex storytelling method.

Ge You, who was next to him, could tell what his old friend was thinking at a glance. He patted Feng Xiaogang on the shoulder and said:

"This is a geek. We can't compare with him. Among the current domestic film directors, there are not many who can compare with him."

Feng Xiaogang nodded and sighed:
"Yeah, making a movie like this is simply cheating. It can't be compared, I really can't compare."

"You think about it."

Ge You was a little surprised. He had been working with Feng Xiaogang for several years and knew Feng Xiaogang's character.

The outside world says that he is good at flattering people, but in fact, people like him are the noblest at heart. The so-called flattery is just a means to achieve an end.

If you ask him to sincerely admit that he is not as good as a junior, even verbally, this is absolutely impossible.

"What can I do if I don't want to do it? Let's go back and study the script. I suddenly thought of a plot when I was watching the movie. Let's see if I can incorporate it into the script."

Feng Xiaogang stood up and said.

"Aren't you going to tell them?"

Ge You looked at the stage and said.

Looking at Jiang Peian who was surrounded by media reporters, Ge You shook his head and said:
"He has a lot of work tonight. When I have some free time later, I will save some time and let's sit down and talk."

As Feng Xiaogang said, Jiang Peian is indeed very busy.

Not only did reporters surround him and ask questions, but there were also a large number of spectators waiting eagerly for photos and autographs.

Jiang Peian also saw Feng Xiaogang and Ge You getting up and leaving. He suddenly had a plan in mind and said:
“Everyone, I just said what needs to be said on stage.

The film could not be released without the hard work of the crew.

There are also opinions given to me by some senior directors, such as Director Feng Xiaogang.

He gave me crucial advice on some crucial plot points.

He is also here today, why don't you go and interview him too. "

When Feng Xiaogang in the audience heard this, he thought it was bad.

This kid is trying to divert trouble from others.

Some reporters nodded after hearing this. Indeed, instead of sticking to the strict-mouthed Jiang Peian, it would be better to interview Feng Xiaogang.

Maybe we can even ask him about his new movie.

"Xiaogang, you wish for your own good, so I'll slip away first and wait outside."

"My day..."

Looking at Ge You's quickly escaping figure and the reporters approaching, Feng Xiaogang lowered his voice and cursed.

"Director Feng, Director Jiang said that you gave some key suggestions to "Inception". What were they?"

……

The next morning, reports about "Inception" were buzzing on the paper. "The most awesome movie in China. If you can't understand the plot, it's your own fault."

"Analysis of the five major doubts about "Inception", watch with confidence without spoilers, and help you clarify your thoughts while watching the movie."

"Jiang Pei'an became a god with "Inception". He wrote, directed and acted. His talent cannot be concealed!"

Most of the online reports about "Inception" are positive, and the reviews are quite high.

But obviously everyone focuses more on the graphics and special effects. As for the plot, it’s still the same:

I can't understand it, but it's advanced.

"I am a master's student, majoring in psychiatry. I can tell you responsibly that before watching this movie, please go online to find some explanations about dreams, which will be beneficial to your viewing experience."

"This is probably the first domestic movie that contains a lot of descriptions of dreams. To be honest, it's really amazing."

"In "Inception," director Jiang Peian, who is full of innovative ideas, takes the audience into a thrilling world.

The film is set in a future where shared dream technology has become a wondrous and dangerous reality.

This technology allows people to enter other people's dreams and steal information or change the target's consciousness..."

Some analyzes of "Inception" have appeared on the Internet, and Jiang Pei'an also browsed a few posts.

Generally speaking, the overall quality of the posts is quite high. Nowadays, the Internet is not as popular as it will be in later generations. People who can post online generally have real talents and learning.

There are even some points that Jiang Peian has not considered, which is really rare.

Although this movie was made by him, there are 1 Hamlet in the hearts of 1 people.

Different viewing angles naturally lead to different opinions...

Today, the most popular movies are "Heroes" and "Inception."

"Infernal Affairs" is also very popular, but it is very popular in Hong Kong and has not been released in mainland China.

Some Hong Kong media have already launched the slogan "Hong Kong Province's film is the salvation of the world"...

In the next two weeks, Jiang Peian led the crew to start the college road show.

Movies like "Inception" still have a great influence in colleges and universities. College students have high acceptance and knowledge reserves, and they also have spare money, so they are the best audience.

"Pei'an, our movie's first week box office has been released!"

When he received the call, Jiang Peian was promoting at the Shanghai Theater Academy.

"The total box office nationwide is 8700 million!"

On the phone, Gao Chengsheng was very happy and his tone was a little excited.

Although Jiang Pei'an was well prepared when he heard the news, he was still shocked and speechless by the news.

After the huge surprise, he was a little disappointed.

Yes, disappointed.

Because he thought of Lao Mouzi's "Hero".

Ten days after "Hero" was released, the box office revenue reached 1.3 million.

Compared with "Inception" and "Heroes", to be honest, there is still a bit of a gap.

Fortunately, he quickly adjusted his mentality. Lao Mouzi's "Hero" was indeed very powerful, but he didn't have no chance of winning.

At least the two of them have different markets. "Inception" will definitely be able to counterattack as its reputation grows.

In comparison, Lao Mouzi's "Hero" feels a little lacking in stamina.

The reputation of "Hero" is not very good in China. In the following years, it was even listed as "Double Shame of the Qin Dynasty" together with Director Chen's "Jing Ke Assassins the King of Qin".

Of course, Jiang Peian feels that Director Chen's "Jing Ke" cannot be compared with "Hero".

In a few years, this gap will be seen by more people.

"still have a chance!"

Jiang Pei'an said to himself.

"What still has a chance?"

"It's okay, Lao Gao, have you made arrangements for going to Hong Kong Province?"

"Yeah, but you have to be more restrained this time when you go to Hong Kong to promote. Don't be as arrogant as the last few times."

Thinking of Jiang Pei'an's quarrel with heaven and earth in Hong Kong, Gao Chengsheng felt frightened.

"Don't worry, I'm going to Hong Kong this time to make money. There's no need to be like those Hong Kong media."

Jiang Pei'an said with a smile.

"That's good."

After Jiang Peian hung up the phone, Hu Jing, Zhang Ziyi and others on the stage were answering questions from the theater students.

For this road show promotion, all the actors from the crew were present.

After Li Lianjie finished promoting in Beijing, he returned to Hollywood. He has a movie called "The Cradle" to reshoot, and he also has the promotion task of "Hero".

Jiang Peian immediately asked him to go back and deal with his own affairs. Even Zhang Ziyi had just arrived in the Magic City.

What's interesting is that the two movies "Inception" and "Hero" are competing fiercely in the market, and the two actors Zhang Ziyi and Jet Li were very embarrassed during the promotion.

Journalists who make trouble often ask questions:
Do you think "Inception" is better or "Heroes" is better?

It was hard to offend both sides, so Zhang Ziyi and Jet Li acted as backdrops most of the time.

I really couldn't avoid the question, so I would answer the question with some insignificant anecdotes about the shooting.

"Student Hu Ge, you should be a sophomore this year, right?"

Jiang Peian asked looking at the boy sitting next to him.

"Yes, I'm a sophomore starting this year, majoring in acting."

Hu Ge replied somewhat cautiously.

The last time the two met was during the promotion of "Love Is Afterlife".

At that time, Hu Ge was a host sent by Shanghai TV Station to promote the movie.

"Well, why didn't you go to a school in Beijing? I remember you said that you were admitted to the Department of Directing of Chinese Drama, right?"

Hu Ge smiled shyly and said:
"My mother and grandmother were worried about being too far away from home, so they asked me to study locally in Shanghai."

"Well, it's not bad to be in a show, come on."

Jiang Peian patted his shoulder, stood up and walked to the stage.

"Director Jiang..."

"what happened?"

Jiang Peian looked back at Hu Ge who was hesitant to speak and asked.

""Inception" is very interesting. If you film it again next time, I, I would also like to participate!"

After saying these words, he looked at Jiang Pei'an nervously and expectantly.

"Haha, don't worry, as long as you can pass the audition, I will definitely choose you."

Jiang Pei'an said with a smile.

Speaking of which, there seems to be a character in his next movie who really matches the current Hu Ge.

"thank you!"

After hearing Jiang Peian's words, Hu Ge said with excitement.

... (end of this chapter)