I'm not just a director

Chapter 280 "Heartbeat"

As soon as the screenwriting team is in place, the rest of the work will progress quickly.

Script research, contacting actors, making announcements, gathering crew...

Jiang Peian did not interfere in these matters and directly asked Su Qing to assist Wuershan in completing them.

He is preparing his own movie.

With Jiang Pei'an's temper, as long as the movie script and storyboards are not completed, the situation will basically not be announced to the public.

But the outside world is very curious about Jiang Pei'an's movie this year.

After all, after finishing directing "Hero", Lao Mouzi also prepared a movie called "House of Flying Daggers".

In September last year, it was confirmed that Zhang Ziyi would play the role of the blind singer with "superior dancing skills".

It is now April 2003, and the entire "House of Flying Daggers" crew is in preparation.

On the other side, Feng Xiaogang is busy filming the movie "Mobile Phone". It is said that most of it has been completed and will be completed soon.

As for Director Chen, he is still in retreat, holding back his ultimate move. That is not correct. Director Chen has not done anything in the past few years of silence.

He was very active in developing his career in Hollywood and directed a movie called "Killing Me Softly" midway through.

"Killing Me Softly" is completely based on the Hollywood model and is known as a black erotic thriller.

Some viewers accepted that they were not mentally prepared and were surprised that Director Chen had made such a film that was so different from his personal style.

Although Director Chen has made huge changes to cater to the tastes of the American market.

But "Killing Me Softly" still failed.

Due to the fierce competition in Hollywood, when "Killing Me Softly" failed to succeed, Director Chen had no choice but to return to China for development...

For Director Chen, who has been silent for a long time, everyone has basically given up expectations. Now the latest works of two of the three major domestic directors have been announced, but there has been no news from Jiang Pei'an.

"Let's just say, Director Jiang won't stop making movies this year, right?"

"In the past two years from "Taken" to "Source Code", Director Jiang has been sweeping the entire domestic market like an autumn wind sweeping away fallen leaves.

In the end, "Inception", a movie that involved a lot of hard work, was defeated by "Hero", which I guess I couldn't accept it for a while. "

"I agree with the point above, but in fact this failure may be a lesson. Director Jiang is still young and there will be opportunities in the future!"

"Please, do you want to see what you are talking about? "Inception" has a domestic box office of 1.8 million.

If this is also a failure and a lesson, then I hope every director in the country has learned such a painful lesson! "

"Jiang Peian's fans should stop defending him.

It's already April, and there's no news from him. Isn't this just sending a signal to the outside world?

Don't wait any longer. It is estimated that Jiang Pei'an will not make another movie this year. It is very likely that he will be beaten to the point of collapse by Director Zhang. Young people, you are high-spirited. "

There is no shortage of malicious speculation on the Internet. After all, topical figures like Jiang Peian are always being watched.

There are many fans and many negative fans.

"Brother, what are you doing? Come out and make a splash!"

"Director Jiang, are you practicing folk tunes at home?"

"Director Jiang, someone on the Internet said that you are crazy, right? Send me a message back!"

Fans are constantly leaving messages on Jiang Pei'an's private blog, with all kinds of content.

Jiang Peian himself also reads messages online. When he saw the message that someone said he was "ghast", he was so frightened that he quickly took a photo and uploaded it to the forum with the text:

"Don't worry, I'm fine. Everything is fine."

Below the text is a photo. The content of the photo is obviously Jiang Pei'an's desk. There is a notebook lying on the desk with four words written on it:
"Heartbeat".

Jiang Pei'an's reply to this message immediately received a fierce response from fans.

"Fuck, did you cheat?"

"Director Jiang actually updated his blog!"

"'Heartbeat'? Is this the name of the new movie? It sounds like a romance movie."

"Finally, I've watched a good movie again. To be honest, I'm really looking forward to Director Jiang making an artistic love movie. This title is really good. I like it."

Looking at the fans' replies, Jiang Peian grinned and continued to post on his blog:
"Xinghuo has another big move this year. A TV series is being planned. You should be able to see news about it in a while.

I hope I can enjoy it with everyone this winter. Please give me your support~"

"No, is it so awesome? Not only does it have movies and TV series?"

"Director Jiang has changed and become more diligent, but I like it, hehe!"

"Family members, support me and support Director Jiang. I like them all, whether it's a movie or a TV series!"

"Jiang Duan's products must be top-notch products!"

For the audience, Jiang Pei'an's words were undoubtedly earth-shattering.

After all, the idols they are fans of are filming movies and TV series, so of course they like working so hard.

"Director Jiang, you should also pay attention to your health and don't tire yourself out."

"To be honest, it would be great if both movies and TV series were directed by Jiang. Of course, I also know that I am just wishful thinking."

"Hey, what type do you think Director Jiang's new TV series will be?"

Jiang Peian took a look at the interactions among the netizens. He turned off the computer and continued to draw the storyboard of "Pumping Heart".

Everyone must have heard a sentence about "Pumping Heartbeat":

“Some people live in high-rise buildings, some live in deep ditches, some are brilliant, and some are covered in rust.

There are thousands of kinds of people in the world, don’t look for them in the floating clouds. This kind of person is like a rainbow, you will know when you meet them. "

This is a classic English line from the movie "Heartbeat", which was later translated into Chinese by Han Han.

It was originally a film adapted from the novel of the same name by American writer Wendelin van Draanen.

Since Jiang Pei'an decided to film it in advance, there would naturally be nothing to do with Wendelin.

Of course, it is not ruled out that she will write this novel later.

Jiang Pei'an will definitely localize the original "Pumping Heart", and the story and plot will definitely be slightly modified.

The final presentation is an authentic Chinese story, and it is not impossible for Wendelin to write another American version of "Heartbeat".

Jiang Pei'an has watched this movie several times. The general story is about the process of the male and female protagonists gradually growing and changing as they get to know each other.

Through their communication and interaction, people can see the beauty of love and the importance of growth.

The music, camera, and actors' performances throughout the film are all wonderful.

It is a wonderful story of love and growth full of tenderness and touching heart. Love can change a person and make each other better.

At the same time, it also made many people think deeply about the importance of family and education to the growth of children.

Although it is a literary film, the box office of "Heartbeat" cannot be underestimated at all.

It grossed more than $1.32 million at the North American box office, becoming one of the highest-grossing youth films of the year.

The global box office revenue exceeded 2 million US dollars, and it once set off a trend of pure love.The key is that this movie is a hit and a hit-and-run movie. Anyone who has watched this movie will be moved by the sincere emotions in it...

In order to make this movie a success, Jiang Peian tried his best to localize the movie.

At the same time, the crew of "Star You" is almost completed.

The script has been written, and after several checks by Jiang Pei'an, it's ready for filming.

The next step was casting. Jiang Peian made some suggestions to Wuershan.

Wuershan all nodded in agreement, not only because Jiang Pei'an is the boss, but the two actors he personally selected are quite reliable.

The heroine Jiang Peian chose Chen Hao. You must know that when Chen Hao first appeared in "The Mountain, That Man, That Dog", he was remembered by many men in the country.

Among the tea trees all over the mountains and plains, a big-eyed girl wearing a bamboo hat and bright eyes and white teeth immediately made people remember her.

At the moment, Chen Hao is still relatively famous, not a big hit.

After all, after "Pink Girl" is aired at the end of April, she will be very popular. After all, she is a famous heartthrob.

With her performance in "Pink Lady", she can definitely win the role of the big star "Cheon Song Yi".

So after Jiang Peian decided that Chen Hao was the heroine, he immediately asked Wuershan to contact the other party quickly.

If it's too late, after the other party becomes popular with the role of "heartthrob", the other party may not take this role.

Regarding the role of the male protagonist "Professor Du", Jiang Peian already has a candidate in mind.

Pan Yueming.

Today, Pan Yueming has not experienced the blow of divorce. Both his appearance and figure are his highlight moments.

At the same time, he has won several awards in the entertainment industry before this, and his acting skills and appearance are not problems.

In fact, in addition to Pan Yueming, Brother Xiaoming is also quite good at playing Ba Zong.

However, Jiang Pei'an did not consider the other party. He was Zhao Yanzi's ultimate backup.

I remember that Xiao Mingge’s appearance when choosing a mate was once exposed on the Internet. Many people knew that the first person he had a crush on was Zhao Yanzi.

The more famous ones include actresses Li Fei'er, Qin Lan, Ying Cai'er, and Yang Tianbao who later became his wife.

In terms of preference, he always chooses beauties with big eyes and big mouths. This can be regarded as...substitute literature.

After the two protagonists are confirmed and the contracts are signed, all that is left are the supporting characters.

As previously discussed, all remaining roles will be auditioned.

On the one hand, it is to find actors, and on the other hand, it is to expand the influence of "Star You" as much as possible.

Starfire's actions were not hidden from outside eyes.

"Jiang Pei'an's TV series is about to audition for a role. It is reported that it is a professional romance drama, with Jiang Pei'an as the chief screenwriter."

"The new drama has been revealed. Starfire Entertainment's first TV drama is about to start filming. There is another good show to watch."

"Jiang Pei'an frequently shoots love-themed works, is something good coming soon?"

Discussions about "Star You" are all kinds of things.

Among them were the navy sent by Jiang Peian to bribe him, and there were also reports from some tabloid media.

For a time, the news of "Star You" quickly occupied all major entertainment news sections, and its popularity was unlimited.

Ballet Department of Beijing Dance Academy.

"Shi Shi, I heard that the TV series directed by Jiang Peian is casting actors in Shanghai, our school's small square. How about we go and try?"

In the dance studio, a girl said to her best friend next to her.

My best friend has a standard oval face with even proportions, and her facial features are superior, and her almond-shaped eyes look innocent and cute.

Although she has a good temperament, she looks a bit introverted and dull.

"Ah, what did you say, Hua'er?"

Hua'er seemed to be used to her best friend's slow temper, saying:

"I asked if we should go to the small square to try out as actors. We are all sophomores this year. If we don't find a way, we may be assigned to other theaters."

"But we can't do anything besides ballet."

Liu Shishi said confusedly.

"Isn't it possible to learn? It's better than doing nothing and waiting for the troupe to be selected tomorrow. If the troupe is selected to go to a remote place, will you go or not?"

Hua'er said while holding her hand.

Liu Shishi thought for a while and said:

"Hua'er, I don't plan to join a theater troupe. I want to be a ballet teacher after graduation."

"Oh, then just go with me, okay? Go watch the fun!"

Hua'er pulled Liu Shishi toward the changing room. Not long after, the two of them put on their clothes and walked toward the school square.

The auditions for "Star You" are not limited to major media, film and television schools in Beijing.

In the words of director Wu Ershan, some college students at professional film and television colleges are even worse than amateurs from other schools.

After all, acting is a profession that requires rich life experience and skills.

Count on the group of college students who have not yet graduated... How many Zhang Ziyi can there be in the entire capital?
"Shi Shi, look, there are a lot of people here, and it seems that everyone has the same idea as us."

Hua'er pulled Liu Shishi into the crowd, and then lined up behind a senior sister in the same major.

"Hua'er, I, I don't have to wait in line. I can't act."

Liu Shishi shrank back and said.

"Oh, we're here. What if we both get selected? Then we can still take care of each other on the set. Hehe, let's give it a try."

Hua'er said optimistically.

A lot of people gathered in the small square, and people kept coming and going in the small audition office...

After queuing for more than an hour, it was finally Hua'er and Liu Shishi's turn.

When the casting director in charge of the audition saw Liu Shishi, his eyes instantly lit up.

What a classy girl.

When the final casting results came out, the casting director left the address of Spark Entertainment for Liu Shishi and told her to go to Spark Entertainment for a re-examination in a week.

Hua'er was told to go back and wait for news, but everyone knew in their hearts that most of the people who went back and waited for news would not get the news.

Those who are really selected are those like Liu Shishi who are invited to take part in the re-examination.

"Hua'er, I don't want to go. How about you go for me?"

Liu Shishi took the re-examination notice from the casting director and said hesitantly.

Hua'er was so angry that she gritted her teeth and said:
"Silly girl, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. If you are chosen to star in a TV series, you will become famous. This is a TV series produced by Jiang Pei'an!"

"Oh, okay……"

(End of this chapter)