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Chapter 686: Top-notch cast! Top-notch filming techniques! Top-notch sci-fi masterpiece! Too much information...

After finishing the call with Guo Fan, Chen Fei returned to the set of "The Revenant" and started today's filming.

The scene to be filmed today is the thrilling "man-bear battle", which is also one of the most shocking and unforgettable scenes in the whole film.

This scene will not only test Leonardo's acting skills, but also demonstrate the sophistication and delicacy of modern film special effects technology.

Before filming the "Man vs. Bear" scene, the crew carried out detailed preparation and planning.

In order to ensure the authenticity and shock of the scene, Chen Fei not only referred to a large number of real bear behavior videos, but also obtained rich bear action data from Industrial Light & Magic.

Chen Fei even personally found a video clip on YouTube that matched his idea. It was a video of someone accidentally falling into the bear area in a zoo.

Although this video is disturbing, it provides valuable reference for the filming of the "Man vs. Bear" video.

In the special effects design, the team used the most advanced CG technology to simulate every detail of the bear.

First, the special effects team will draw a model of the bear on the computer and then use hand-drawn techniques to refine it into a realistic image.

This process not only focused on the overall form of the bear, but also delved into the subtle changes in the bear's fur and muscles during movement.

To ensure that the bear's movements are natural and smooth, the team used software to simulate the bear's various movements and captured the performance of special effects actor Andy Serkis through motion capture technology, based on which adjustments and optimizations were made.

And all of this process was produced with the full participation of Chen Fei.

Michael Mann, who served as his assistant director, felt his scalp tingling as he watched him skillfully operate the computer and produce various special effects shots!
He has met many talented directors and visited the filming sites of Spielberg, Nolan, Cameron and others.

Each of these people has unique skills in their own right, which provides convenience and advantages for filming.

But on Chen Fei's side, he saw an "all-round" director!
Camerawork, special effects, props, post-production... he seems to be able to do everything!

The more he cooperated with Chen Fei, the more he felt that he had lived for such a long time but was still like an elementary school student, ignorant and naive.

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As the protagonist of this "man-bear battle" scene, Leonardo performed almost all the actions himself.

Not only did he have to express the fear and helplessness when being attacked by a bear, but he also had to maintain the consistency of the performance amidst the complex action design.

In order to ensure the realism of the performance, he rehearsed a lot before filming, and even simulated every attack movement of the bear with special effects actor Andy Serkis. From being thrown into a tree to rolling and crawling, every detail was carefully choreographed.

"Action!"

As Chen Fei shouted the start command, Leonardo, with many ropes tied around his body, began his performance.

These ropes ensure his safety during complex movements. Although they limit his freedom to a certain extent, they also enable him to complete the performance according to the predetermined trajectory.

At the same time, the special effects team will capture his performance data in real time so that it can be accurately matched in post-production.

The filming of this scene was very complicated. In addition to special effects technology and actor performances, the filming of the "Man vs. Bear" also required sophisticated special effects makeup.

Leonardo needed to be covered with latex prostheses from head to waist to simulate the wounds caused by a bear bite.

This makeup process is extremely complicated and takes four and a half hours to complete!

In order to present the healing process of wounds at different stages, the special effects team also designed seven different prosthetics to present each different stage of healing.

The real-life shooting was done in a rain forest. The natural environment provided a real background for the film, but it also brought considerable challenges to the shooting.

In order to capture the best lighting conditions, the crew had to get up early and wait for hours every day.

Shooting long shots in such an environment not only tests the actors' physical strength and endurance, but also the collaboration ability of the entire crew.

It is no exaggeration to say that the filming process of the "man-bear battle" in "The Revenant" was a challenge that combined technology, art, physical strength and endurance.

It not only demonstrates the powerful strength of modern film special effects technology, but also reflects the actors' persistent pursuit of art and professionalism!
It was not until night fell that one-third of the "man-bear battle" scene finally came to an end.

According to Chen Fei's prediction, it would take at least a week to completely shoot this scene from beginning to end.

Although it takes a long time, this crucial shot is worth treating like this.

……

In the evening, dragging his tired body, Chen Fei returned to the hotel.

He took a shower and had a long phone call with Liu Yifei before he lay down on the bed with his laptop, ready to read the script that Guo Fan had sent him.

But when he opened the email and saw the name "The Wandering Earth", he was stunned.

The next second, Fade Chen got out of bed, went to the study, made himself a cup of coffee, and carefully read the script adapted by Guo Fan himself.

As he read the book word by word, his heart seemed to be touched by an unprecedented force, a complex emotional interweaving that combined the grandeur of science fiction with the brilliance and warmth of human nature.

His thoughts seemed to be traveling along with the world constructed by words, from the desperate brink of the earth to the light of hope of mankind uniting and moving forward courageously. Every scene and every conversation made his heart surge and he couldn't calm down for a long time!
From Chen Fei's perspective, the grand and detailed science fiction setting of "The Wandering Earth" far exceeds that of "Gravity" and "The Martian".

The sun is about to be destroyed. In order to survive, humans decide to push the entire earth away from the solar system and head into the unknown depths of the universe to implement the "Wandering Plan."

The boldness and innovation of this idea instantly struck a chord with him as a filmmaker.

This is not just a science fiction story, but also a profound exploration of the destiny of mankind and the continuation of civilization. The philosophical thinking behind it is enough to move audiences all over the world!
He was even more moved by the brilliance of humanity displayed in it.

In the face of disaster, mankind did not choose to give up, but chose to stand together and face it together.

Whether it was the wisdom and sacrifice of scientists or the tenacity and mutual assistance of ordinary people in extreme environments, he deeply felt the indomitable spiritual power of mankind.

Judging from the words in the script, "The Wandering Earth" is not just a science fiction film, but also an emotional blockbuster that can touch people's hearts. It can even allow the audience to feel the warmth and power of humanity in addition to the shocking visual effects.

At the same time, as a senior director and producer, Chen Fei is well aware of the technical challenges of bringing such an imaginative and visually impactful script to the big screen.

From the spectacular start-up of the Earth's engine, to the dazzling light ejected by the planetary engine, to the vastness of deep space, every frame requires a top visual effects team to carefully create.

But he also knows that it is these technical difficulties that can inspire the creativity and imagination of filmmakers and make "The Wandering Earth" a true science fiction blockbuster!
……

Chen Fei did not sleep that night.

He made full use of his top screenwriting skills to improve all the unreasonable aspects of the script.

At five in the morning, he sent the revised script back to Guo Fan.

Because of the time difference, it is dusk in China at this time.

When he heard the notification tone of receiving an email, Guo Fan immediately raised his head, stopped what he was doing, and fixed his eyes on the computer screen.

Looking at the name "Chen Fei" marked in the sender column, he couldn't hide his excitement and quickly opened the email.

Soon, he was immersed in the content of the script after Chen Fei had revised, polished, and adjusted it.

Within the grand science fiction framework, Chen Fei cleverly incorporated traditional Chinese cultural elements and patriotism into the script of "The Wandering Earth".

Whether it is the persistence of "family" or the praise of the spirit of "collectivism", it reflects the unique cultural genes and values ​​of the Chinese nation.

Moreover, in the display of visual wonders and science fiction settings, Chen Fei also deeply explores the complexity and brilliance of human nature.

In the face of disaster, humans display a variety of emotions and choices: there is the bravery and fearlessness of sacrificing the self for the greater good, as well as the fear and struggle when faced with difficulties.

These true and profound depictions of humanity will make the film more moving and have a more substantial core.

After reading the revised script, Guo Fan could not hide his excitement.

He didn't care about the time difference and called Chen Fei directly.

"Director Chen, you are amazing. You have directly filled the script with flesh and blood. It doesn't look as empty as before."

Chen Fei, who had been up all night, did not seem tired at all. He replied in a deep voice, "I hope that The Wandering Earth will not only show the rise of Chinese science fiction, but also a manifestation of Chinese cultural confidence.

Since you adapted the script, it's up to you to make it a good film.

I can promise you that there is no upper limit on the film investment share, and you can apply to the company for any amount of money you need.

But I have one request, I want to let the global audience see the infinite possibilities and charm of Chinese science fiction movies! "In an instant, Guo Fan felt the pressure doubled.

But even so, he was not discouraged.

After the filming experience of "Gravity" and "The Martian", he believed that he could definitely meet Chen Fei's requirements.

At this moment, his heart was filled with excitement and anticipation.

He knew very well that this might be a science fiction masterpiece that would go down in history, a movie that would touch people's hearts and shock their souls!

He can't wait to pass on this emotion and passion to more people, and make "The Wandering Earth" a bridge connecting the hearts of science fiction fans around the world.

But at the same time, he also understands how difficult it is to prepare and shoot.

If nothing unexpected happens, this movie will most likely not be released until two or three years later!
After ending the call, Chen Fei rushed to the shooting site again.

On the other hand, Guo Fan did not rush to send the script to the Film Bureau for review. Instead, based on Chen Fei's revisions, he began to check for omissions and fill in the gaps as much as possible to ensure that there would be no problems.

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After a week-long "shock" over Chen Fei, the Chinese-language film industry has finally returned to its normal state.

However, many production companies and management companies are telling their employees: "Don't offend Chen Fei, don't offend Feiyue Film and Television, and don't mess with Feiyinghuang's contracted artists!"

After this wave of muscle-flexing, everyone in the industry suddenly became obedient and no longer dared to make waves.

Many companies are even reflecting on themselves, recalling whether they have offended Chen Fei in the past.

If I were to be retaliated against for no reason, I would be in great trouble!
At the same time, as March is coming to an end, movies that will be released in April have also launched their final sprint promotions.

At present, the most concerned movie is the anti-trafficking movie "Dear" which will be released in theaters on March 3.

However, just when many people were speculating about how much box office revenue this movie would earn, a film and television consultation jointly released by Xiying, LeTV and other companies suddenly topped the hot search list.

"It is reported that the Chinese blockbuster "Iceman: The Gate of Rebirth", which has an investment of 3 million yuan and is known as a "4D magical masterpiece", has been officially scheduled to be released on April 25."

When seeing the name of this movie, many people were immediately attracted and clicked in to take a look out of curiosity.

However, when seeing the main creative lineup, a group of netizens immediately rolled their eyes.

No one knows when this movie was filmed, but it actually starred four people: Zhen Zixuan, Huang Shengyi, Simon Yam, and Nicholas Tse.

If it had been launched a few years earlier, it might have attracted a wave of attention.

But it's too late now.

Zhen Zixuan has been abandoned by "Ip Man", and because of his role in many bad movies, he is now on the verge of retiring.

As for Huang Shengyi, she was once one of the four young actresses, but she was kicked out of the public eye because of the phrase "I came from heaven and earth".

And now, the movie starring these two people actually wants to compete with "Black Coal, Thin Ice" and "My Deskmate", which are also scheduled to be released on April 4, for the May Day schedule!

After seeing this news, Chen Fei had only one thought in his mind.

"How dare they?"

If you really don't succeed, you'll die?
……

In a blink of an eye, March is almost over.

As soon as Zhou Xun called, his mouth started firing non-stop like a machine gun.

"No? What's wrong with you two? The movie premiere is in two days! A screenwriter and a producer, why aren't you coming back? You won't even show up?"

Chen Fei was a little embarrassed: "I can't help it. The filming here has entered a critical stage. I can't just abandon all the actors and walk away, right?"

"What about Yifei? Doesn't she have time either?"

"Didn't you call and ask?"

"I can't get through! I've called her several times, but she won't answer!"

Chen Fei looked down at the time and saw that it was only 8: in the morning. He immediately knew why Liu Yifei didn't answer the phone.

It would be strange if she could get up so early!
"You go ahead and do your work. I'll contact her. If she can spare some free time, let her go back."

After saying that, without waiting for Zhou Xun to continue complaining, Chen Fei quickly hung up the phone.

It was not until eleven o'clock in the morning that Chen Fei finally got through to Liu Yifei.

"Did you just wake up?"

"No! I got up early and went to the training room to exercise. I just came back..."

Miss Liu was explaining, but Chen Fei could tell from her childish voice that this girl was definitely staying in bed again.

However, he did not expose her, but changed the subject: "Can you spare some free time over there? There will be a premiere for "Dear", why don't you go back?"

"how about you?"

"I can't leave here, so I guess the filming won't be officially completed until late April."

"OK then……"

Liu Yifei muttered something in a low voice, and although her tone was a little reluctant, she did not refuse as business was important after all.

But the next second, Chen Fei's words made her eyes light up again.

"When you come back from China, I should also be back in Los Angeles. The location shooting outside is almost over, and the subsequent filming will be carried out around Los Angeles."

"Really?" Miss Liu's tone suddenly became higher, full of joy.

"Of course, you have to practice hard recently, and I will come to check the results when the time comes!"

……

In the snow, Leonardo slowly opened his eyes.

There was no one around him, only his son's lost belongings lying quietly on the snow, looking particularly eye-catching!

At this moment, time seemed to freeze, and his eyes gradually changed from confusion to disbelief, and then to bottomless sadness.

With trembling hands, he tried to grasp those insignificant relics, as if this would allow him to hold on to a glimmer of hope that he could be connected to his son, but the reality was like an icy wind, mercilessly penetrating his body and his heart.

When filming the scene where Hugh Glass loses his son, Chen Fei did not present it directly with fierce conflict or screaming. Instead, he slowly unfolded the protagonist's deep despair and pain through a series of delicate and heavy lens languages.

This scene is not only a test of the character's psychological limits, but also a concentrated display of the film's emotional depth.

Leonardo, who was completely immersed in the role, did not consume too much memory. At this moment, he seemed to have really lost his loved ones in reality. He performed this scene extremely brilliantly, moving all the onlookers at the scene.

Until the end of the filming, he seemed to be still immersed in his role and took a long time to recover.

Chen Fei was originally planning to counsel him and find ways to assist him and help him perform.

But he never expected that Matt Damon's words would completely confuse him.

"After the Oscars, Leonardo was very upset because he didn't win the Best Actor award, so he held several cocktail parties at home to cheer himself up, inviting many friends and supermodels.

Recently, according to media reports, Leonardo's former favorite and longest-lasting supermodel ex-girlfriend Gisele Bundchen has been frequently in and out of the hospital and seems to have had an abortion.

"What the hell???"

Chen Fei suddenly felt his head buzzing. Is the amount of information so huge?

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