China Entertainment: Indulge in Vanity Fair

Chapter 123 Is He Fang Really Artistic?

On November 11, the crew of "Pacific Rim" will have a half-day off. Why?

Because "The Orphan of Zhao" was going to premiere, Fan Bingbing, who was the lead actor, had to attend, and He Fang, who was an important guest, also had to attend.

After all, Chen Kaige attended in person in "Single Zoo". Now that they send you an invitation letter, you can't justify it if you don't go.

Although Daran knew that He Fang was filming, everyone was an insider and knew that it would be no problem to squeeze in a day.

So, in the early morning of the 26th, He Fang and Fan Bingbing got on the morning flight and flew to the capital.

How can you know the quality of this movie without watching it? Anyway, both critics and audiences have great opinions.

Chen Kaige's film screenwriter must not be himself, otherwise this matter will be troublesome.

See who his famous film screenwriters are:
"Yellow Earth" is adapted from Ke Lan's novel "Echoes of the Deep Valley". The film festival ranks much higher than the Shanghai Film Festival in the global A-category film ranking.

The three major international film festivals in Europe (Cannes, Berlin, Venice) and the Locarno International Film Festival are the four major international film festivals in Europe determined by the International Film Federation. This is not a folk ranking, but a ranking by the International Film Producers Association. official ranking.

Of course, there is another saying that the three major films plus San Sebastian are the real four major international film festivals determined by the International Film Federation.

Anyway, no matter who is the fourth largest film festival, Locarno is definitely second only to the three major film festivals.

"Kid King" is also one of Chen Kaige's big movie works, and its influence is not low.The original work is Acheng, that is, Acheng from "The King of Chess", "Furong Town" and "Assassin Nie Yinniang".

Although Chen Kaige is also the screenwriter of "The King of Children", the original work is written by Acheng. One of the screenwriters is Wan Zhi, so I won't introduce more about Wan Zhi. In the 70s, he was a teacher of Chinese opera.

"Walking and Singing" is another work of Chen Kaige, adapted from Shi Tiesheng's novel "Fate is Like a String", Chen Kaige wrote the screenplay himself, and with European investment, he didn't get anything.

Because the filming of this movie is very obscure and dull, the editing is very messy, and the rhythm between fiction and reality is messed up.Maybe it's New Wave for the sake of New Wave, purely to cater to international tastes, the movie is not only a bit messy to watch, but also makes people see no hope.

"Farewell My Concubine" is Chen Kaige's pinnacle work, right?Adapted from Li Bihua's novel of the same name, this time the screenwriter is not Chen Kaige, but Li Bihua and Lu Wei, the result is self-evident.

The movie "Feng Yue" was itchy again for Chen Kaige, so he adapted it himself. As a result, he was shortlisted in Cannes but didn't win an award. After that, he won the Best Actor and Best Cinematography at the Golden Horse Awards, but what about the script and director and the best film? Didn't give it, explain how the plot went.

When it comes to the films after Chen Kaige, the three films "Jing Ke Assassins the King of Qin", "With You" and "Search" can make people feel that they are still films of a great director.

It's not that I want to criticize Brother Chen Kai on purpose, the main reason is that this master Chen is sometimes too sloppy, and he can't hold back when he expresses himself freely.Of course, people have already added honors, so there is nothing wrong with being a little extravagant.

'Art lies in exploration. If this kind of exploration is denied, who has the courage to explore? ’, I don’t remember who said this, anyway, you can’t say that this is wrong, there is some truth to it, but it costs money and the confidence of the audience.

Far away.

He Fang is not qualified to comment on a generation of masters. No matter how much he is criticized by others, he was still a figure in the limelight in the 90s.

When he is old, he wants to let off steam and explore, what's wrong?
"Director He, hello, hello, thank you for coming to join me." He Fang didn't expect that it was Chen Hong who came to pick them up at the airport, tsk, this person is enough for a meeting.

"Oh, Teacher Chen, why are you here? You guys are flattering me too much, I don't have such a big face." He Fang was really shocked by Pang Ruo, he felt that it was really unnecessary.

"Haha, what's so shocking about this? Old Chen often said that the younger generation has you, which can help him share a lot of pressure. Moreover, he thinks that you can continue the dream of their older generation of filmmakers. Therefore, he He specifically told me repeatedly to let me come in person.”

"Ah? Director Chen, this is... Well, I sincerely admire the films of Director Chen and his generation. Their generosity is beyond my comprehension now. Thank you, thank you."

……

Needless to say, at the premiere scene, Chen Kaige came over with Ren Zhonglun, CEO of Shanghai Film Group, and Tan Hongqin of Xingmei, to chat with He Fang for a while.

He Fang really doesn't feel much, but in fact his current status has changed, that is, no matter where he goes, he is an important person.It may be that he won the award, and he went to the film academy to complete the promotion of the concept after winning the award, so he can be called a new generation of banner director with a rational (concept) and an award.

There is no such person among other new generation directors. Who is born with both awards and rationale (ideas)?
This is in the past, that is, after someone won an award, he held his own film symposium continuously. He Fang just changed the symposium into a film academy lecture.

He Fang didn't even think that he just went to the film academy to give a lecture, which meant that he was spreading his ideas?Is this the director who has theories to support his creation?Isn't this the template for the master to start with?

If there are no other excellent filmmakers who come out to compete with He Fang, then his lectures at the film academy will influence a generation of Chinese filmmakers. It can be seen that his lectures at the film academy have the significance of the times?

Therefore, the attention of all parties is justified.

Fan Bingbing went to work with the crew of "The Orphan of Zhao", He Fang alone represented the crew of "Pacific Rim", and also represented himself.

Of course, there are also many celebrities who came to say hello to He Fang. Who wouldn't want to impress him and have the opportunity to cooperate with him?

Who can resist the temptation to cooperate with a director who won the Palme d'Or and has three consecutive box office successes and is still making the first major Chinese science fiction film?
For the premiere of Chen Kaige's movie, how can it be done without a star from half of the Chinese-speaking circle?
So He Fang met a lot of old acquaintances who had met a few times, and He Fang chatted with them very politely, so he clicked.

Some people want to leave a phone call, talk about cooperation, and want to make dinner appointments. Who can leave a phone number at most, and other discussions about cooperation and dinner appointments are all postponed until after the filming of "Pacific Rim" to find time.

When the noise was almost over, the premiere of "Orphan of Zhao" also started.

Ah, another cultural performance...

He Fang has no intention of criticizing whether this format is good or not, but he watched the movie with enthusiasm, but in the end he had to watch the performance first, just like when you go to a gas station to refuel, you have to watch the performance of "Dream of Paris" first, to be honest This performance is really not bad.But... why do you want to watch the performance when you are here to cheer?
Perhaps it is also an important part of the promotion, maybe most of the audience like to watch it?
Of course, in addition to the theatrical performance, there was also a filming and sharing of the main creator of the crew on stage. The whole time lasted for one hour and 10 minutes.

After that, the movie officially started. How should I put it for a 124-minute movie?

How to praise He Fang in the language of organization, people are so enthusiastic, so generous, how can you not praise?
Just, how to boast?

No, after the movie ended, the host asked the guests questions, and the first question was where he was.

This, let him how to say?
However, He Fang still stood up politely, smiling and looking at the camera.

""The Orphan of the Zhao Family" is a historical story in the eyes of ordinary people. I won't shoot it."

"Because this imprints too much on everyone's history, when it comes to "Orphan of Zhao", everyone thinks whether to follow the original story? Should we respect history?"

"This will seriously kidnap the screenwriter and director's hands and feet, and limit their room for exertion. But..."

He Fang must use a turning point to praise.

"Director Chen Kaige handled it very cleverly. Except for the opening credits, I basically feel vague about the era in which the story takes place in the movie. I think this is intentionally done by Director Chen to let the audience break away from historical narratives and historical dramas. The movie version of "The Orphan of Zhao", I think this is brilliant."

"In addition, the film has some choices between the links of Tuogu, Shougu, and revenge. Director Chen focuses on revenge and unfolds a grand narrative. Why is he so focused on the part of revenge? I have seen Cheng Ying's devotion to loyalty and keeping promises .”

"What I saw was the psychological change of a small character like Cheng Ying in the movie, a traditional 'benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and faith' compared with modern 'selfishness', maybe we should think about whether we seem to have gained material things now, whether we have lost what."

"The thinking of our modern people has been corrupted, and we feel that 'benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and trustworthiness' are backward and dross. In today's individualism, selfishness is the trend. But such things as selfishness do not need to be studied or cultivated. Body is something that people are born with, but 'benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and faith' is something that needs to be cultivated."

"However, people nowadays have turned the ignorance and backwardness that we are trying to get rid of in Chinese civilization into the trend we are pursuing now. Is this a kind of progress or backwardness? Seeing Cheng Ying's adherence to 'benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and faith' in the movie, can it bring Give us a reflection?"

"This is some of my insights from the movie. It may not be correct. Please bear with me. If I watch it twice more, I will probably see more expressions from Director Chen Kaige. Thank you."

As soon as He Fang finished speaking, he glanced at Chen Kaige and found that his excited eyes were full of light.

He Fang's heart skipped a beat, did he say something wrong?

"Thank you, director He Fang for your comment. Director He Fang's interpretation made me see the understanding of this young Cannes Palme d'Or director again. He can stand on a high ground and grasp the theme, so as to see ideas in it. Admiration, again Thanks Director He Fang."

He Fang smiled wryly and spread his hands, why does this compliment sound so awkward?
After another half an hour, the premiere ceremony finally ended. By this time, it was already 11:12 p.m. He Fang and the others had bought a ticket for 40:[-] p.m., so they had to go to the airport quickly.

So, he found Chen Kaige.

"Director Chen, I'm very sorry about that. I have to leave immediately to catch a plane. "The Orphan of Zhao" was really well shot. When I finish filming the movie, I must study hard several times."

"Haha, Director He praised you, but I think you really understand it. I'm very happy, really happy. It's a pity that I don't have time this time. Let's drink together next time."

"Okay, okay, then Director Chen, I'm leaving here first."

"Okay, I'll arrange a car to send you off, thank you for coming to support me during your busy schedule."

"What's not to support, as a filmmaker, seeing a good movie is like eating a delicious meal or sleeping with a girl you like. This is something you can't wait for."

"Ha ha……"

However, when He Fang and Fan Bingbing were about to board the car and leave, Jiang Wen got out and pulled He Fang.

"Director He, let me tell you something. On December 12th, my movie "Let the Bullets Fly" premiere. You must come to join me. The invitation letter will be sent later, and you must come. I will treat you to a drink then."

"..." What should He Fang say? "Is it number 6? OK, I'll try my best."

"Don't try your best, you must come."

"Okay, I must come, I must come. You can't miss a minute of the movie of the four directors, and you must be there."

"Haha, okay, then I will delay you."

……

As soon as He Fang boarded the plane, he was going to sleep, because it was already early in the morning when he returned to Changsha, so he probably wouldn't be able to sleep.

The filming was going to be done the next day, but luckily He Fang asked the coordinator to give Fan Bingbing an extra half day of filming, so she could sleep all morning tomorrow morning.

A director can be mentally ill, but an actor can't.

If the actor's spirit is not good, if he can't perform something, he is wasting the time of the entire crew, wasting time and wasting progress.

After boarding the plane, He Fang did not say anything, and He Fang fell asleep quickly, but Fan Bingbing woke up after sleeping for a while, his eyebrows seemed to be still thinking about something, but he couldn't figure it out for a while.

Then she glanced at He Fang who was sleeping next to him and fell asleep, her eyes were filled with admiration, which was also an appreciation of his talent.

Tsk, so young and talented.

Then she glanced at the drawn curtain, it was very hidden, so she bent down and got into the blanket covering He Fang's body.

He Fang felt as if he was soaking in a hot spring in his sleep. He was so comfortable, and then he shook a bit, and his sleep became even more sound.

"Smelly man..." Fan Bingbing scolded coquettishly, and then lay down to sleep beautifully.

He didn't know when he was asleep. When he was woken up by the stewardess, he saw Fan Bingbing next to him who was sleeping more deeply than him, with a red face... Hey, he didn't wipe his mouth clean after drinking milk.

……

What He Fang said at the premiere of "The Orphan of Zhao" the night before spread all over the media the next day.

"I didn't expect He Fang's art appreciation ability to be so strong? I thought his award was just luck. Could it be that he is really capable?"

"Luck? Come on, give me a try of luck."

"Using the ancients to satirize the present? I think this is Poet Chen's method. He plays this in a very subtle way. The fifth-generation directors are very clever in handling this aspect, and most people can't see it. It's not like the sixth-generation director who claims to be particularly literary. On behalf of the director, the machine is turned there, and then there is a look of 'I am going to start criticizing', the key is to ask around after filming, 'Do you understand my criticism'?"

"Haha, upstairs, if you say this, it proves that you understand literary and artistic movies."

(End of this chapter)