tokyo soulful legend

Chapter 365
"Are you sure this script was written by a young man!?"

On the crew of "Initial D", assistant director Junpei Takaoka opened his eyes wide and looked at Akutagawa Aoki in front of him in surprise.

He and Akutagawa Aoki have worked together on seven or eight productions, and they are relatively familiar with each other.

He also knew that his filming partner always meant what he said and would not say exaggerated words, let alone tell lies that a discerning person could see through at a glance.

But here's the problem. The more he understands his partner's character, the more surprised he becomes by what the other person said.

"There's no need for me to joke about this."

Akutagawa Aoki frowned.

He was not very satisfied with his partner's tone.

It was as if he was lying to the other person.

But the question is, as a director, does he need to lie to the other party?Or in other words, from his standpoint, what benefits can he gain by lying to his assistant director?

"I see what you mean, it's just..."

Takaoka Junpei waved his hand and quickly explained.

"I think the young man I'm talking about is not very old, so it's a bit unbelievable, right?"

Akutagawa Aoki rubbed his brow, lowered his voice, and asked this sentence.

The other person's thoughts are almost written on his face.

"Yes."

Takaoka Junpei took a deep breath, then nodded very frankly and gave an affirmative answer.

Whether it is the script content of "Initial D" or the song "All the Way North" that fits the theme of the movie, they are both very mature commercial works.

And the more he stayed on the set, the more he could feel the power of this movie.

To be very sincere, he really wanted to get to know the creator of the script.

"Isn't there a saying that is very good? Sometimes talent really depends on talent." Akutagawa Aoki took out the cigarette case from his trouser pocket and handed a cigarette to his assistant director. Then he lit one himself, "There's no need to make such a fuss because of the other person's age.

“What’s more, you are also an old man in the director’s circle.

“You’ve seen a lot of actors with that kind of talent.

"Isn't such a rude reaction a bit excessive?"

His words were very euphemistic.

As a veteran who has been in the industry for more than ten years, he can understand the other party's mood.

But similarly, he felt that there was no need for the other party to do this.

If others are better than you or younger than you, just admit it. There is no shame in admitting it.

Like now, it would be a bit embarrassing to be surprised.

"……Feel sorry."

The assistant director, who realized that he had just overreacted, suddenly came to his senses, lowered his head, and apologized apologetically.

"Drink some water and take a rest. We will continue filming later."

Akutagawa Aoki does not intend to blame the other party excessively.

He patted Takaoka Junpei on the shoulder, picked up the phone, and walked aside.

According to their current shooting progress, in about another month and a half, they will basically be able to get everything done.

Although only a small half of the film has been filmed so far, he can already feel from this small half of the plot that this movie will definitely be a hit.

As for Takaoka Junpei's gaffe, he can indeed understand it.

The other party has recently encountered a career low.

Not only were several of the films directed by him failed, but even the latest low-budget film was replaced by someone assigned by the company.

His replacement is a well-known new director in the industry.

Compared with Junpei Takaoka, who is over forty, the new director who succeeded him can be said to be quite young.

Similarly, he is also quite sharp. After taking over the director's position, he said a lot of sarcastic words to Junpei insinuatingly, and said that he respected the old man very much, and he "sincerely" invited Junpei Takaoka to come to the crew to give him advice. Become an assistant director yourself.There is no need to think about it. The so-called 'assistant director' must have emphasized the tone.

So, in a fit of rage, Junpei arrived at his crew.

If the roles were reversed, he would suffer from the same situation as Junpei - excessive PTSD.

But that doesn’t mean correction isn’t needed.

Regarding the director, the work must speak for itself.

Today I was annoyed by the other party. Although getting angry back can give me some temporary pleasure, the most important thing is to show results.

Excellent work results are always a slap in the face that have been tried and tested.

No matter what you say, let me just say that the movies I directed sell better than yours, which is enough for the other party to break through.

Junpei is still too emotional sometimes.

Shaking his head, Akutagawa Aoki unlocked the screen of his phone, logged into his social software, and posted a report on the progress of the shooting.

[The progress is currently stable, and the male and female protagonists are gradually entering the state. "Initial D" will be available to everyone soon! 】

Putting away his mobile phone, Akutagawa Aoki raised his eyebrows and looked thoughtfully at the young man sitting on a small stool not far away, who was seriously familiar with the plot.

It has been more than two years since the other party debuted.

At first, with his good looks and good voice, this kid managed to carve his way out of the crowd of young singers.

But unfortunately, due to some business factors, this young man's development was not ideal last year.

but……

This guy is quite serious.

Although I have not received professional training and my acting skills are quite young, my advantage is that I am willing to take the time to practice.

In just ten days of shooting, this young man has already found his best form.

There is something so handy and it means that he can act in his true colors.

——After all, his actual age is only four or five years older than that of the male protagonist in the movie.

It would be too easy to let young people play young people.

only……

Akutagawa Aoki raised his head and squinted his eyes at the clear sky above his head.

He still felt very sorry.

If the male protagonist was played by Jay.

Ugh.

With a sigh of regret, Akutagawa Aoki regretted more and more.

He had a very strong hunch that if the role of the male protagonist was played by Jay, he would be [-]% to [-]% better than the young man.

As for the reason.

The script was written by him.

Playing yourself is so easy.

Even if, like Jay said, this script is just a flash of inspiration, young people always want to save face, and no one wants others to reveal their scars.

It would hurt and it would be embarrassing.

However, he also knew that his expectations were just expectations.

Just like what my friend said.

Others have no intention of doing this at all.

What else is there to say.

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