Huayu: The director just wants to save money

Chapter 323 Let Zuoshandiao play Zuoshandiao
"Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy".

The story is about a bandit-suppression war in Northeast China during the Liberation War. The protagonist is Yang Zirong, a scout of the 203rd Squadron of the Democratic Alliance Army. After receiving an order from his superiors, he went into the bandit's lair in Wohu Mountain alone, maneuvered among the bandits, and finally successfully liberated Wohu Mountain.

In the previous life, this movie was produced by You Dong and directed by Tsui Hark. The main character was Zhang Hanyu, a professional tough guy and war film actor with excellent acting skills.

But right now, Zhou Mo obviously has a better idea——

Jiang Wen.

When it comes to playing bandits, among those currently active in the domestic film industry, is there anyone who can surpass Jiang Wen?
As for some people saying that Yang Zirong himself was not a bandit, he was a soldier, and bandit was just the identity he pretended to be when he sneaked into the bandit's lair.

Skillful.

Zhang Mazi is not a real bandit, he is also a soldier. Bandit is just an identity he pretends to achieve his goals.

perfect.

Just perfect.

After listening to Zhou Mo's explanation, Jiang Wen didn't speak for a long time.

But Zhou Mo, who was familiar with him, could tell at a glance that Jiang Wen was definitely moved, and not just an ordinary move.

Take a look at the background and content of "Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy".

War of Liberation.

Proletarian fighter.

Bandits' den.

Battle of wits.

Almost every detail hit Jiang Wen's heart so precisely that it would be strange if he wasn't moved.

"How about it, Lao Jiang, that's pretty good, right? I'm giving you the project, I've written the script, and even left some space for you to fill in the lines yourself." Zhou Mo was calm and didn't worry at all that Jiang Wen would refuse.

In this world, when it comes to controlling Lao Jiang, it’s him and Zhou Yun’er.

"Well...it's really good, worth filming, and it makes me excited." Jiang Wen commented on "Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy" in a pretentious manner.

He was not likely to admit his feelings right away.

Zhou Mo was the younger brother he brought up, and to some extent he could even be considered his apprentice.

Logically speaking, at any time, it should be him, the master and elder brother, who gives things to his apprentice.

For example, this is what he did to Rikutaro.

I found someone for you.

I've found the money for you.

I wrote the script for you.

I made the movie for you.

No need to include my name.

Just keep it in mind.

It’s a pity that Rikutaro is a good-for-nothing. Instead of being grateful to him, he went on TV to cry about his dissatisfaction with him.

Later, when he met Zhou Mo, Jiang Wen still did the same thing.

He helped promote the movie, helped find people, and even personally helped with the film's pacing.

Although Zhou Mo also helped him with some things.

For example, she scolded Ryutaro so much that he cried for his parents, and even scolded his father.

But overall, Jiang Wen helped more.

Now, let Comrade Lao Jiang take the resources from the little brother.

I'm sorry.

Zhou Mo sneered: "Think it over before you speak, Sister Yun is watching us. From just now, your butt has not stopped moving. If you move any more, you will catch up with Master."

Jiang Wen's face turned red.

I originally wanted to be reserved, but this butt just couldn't control itself.

He was naturally moved.

But if you shoot, some things must be made clear in advance.

"But I may not have the time to shoot. The task of "One Step Away" is very heavy and I can't be distracted." Jiang Wen began to be greedy out of habit.

"One Step Away" is his baby and he doesn't want to give up.

"Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy" was going to be his baby, and he wanted it too.

Jiang Wen: I want them all (clenched fist)!
"Isn't 'One Step Away' almost finished filming? All that's left is editing, right?"

"Editing is the most important thing. You can't leave it for even a step, otherwise the edited version won't have enough flavor."

Zhou Mo interrupted directly: "Come on, Lao Jiang, you can fool others with this, but you said it in front of me. After filming "Bullet", you turned around and filmed "Guan Yunchang", and even caused news of seizing power.

There was no time left later, and you even wanted me to edit the video with you. Have you forgotten all these things?
Now you tell me I can’t leave?”

Jiang Wen couldn't hold back his anger.

The hand holding the cigarette waved repeatedly.

"Okay, okay, I get it, just shoot it!"

Zhou Mo had a smile on his face.

joke.

I can't control you anymore.

"Also, there is one more thing I need to make clear in advance. Lao Jiang, I'll let you shoot the movie, but I have to get the final editing of the movie."

"No."

Jiang Wen subconsciously disagreed.

He clapped his hands.

"Editing is the second life of a film. If you edit the same film with different ideas, it will become two completely different films. This is definitely not acceptable."

For Jiang Wen, giving up editing means giving up making movies.

No matter how good his relationship with Zhou Mo is, he is unwilling to let go.

Zhou Mo curled the corners of his mouth.

"That can't be helped, Lao Jiang. I learned this from you. You can make the movie, but I wrote the script. I don't want to give up."

Jiang Wen bit the filter of the cigarette with a conflicted look on his face.

He certainly doesn’t want to give up the film editing rights.

But there is no cooperation without giving up.

But he really wanted to make this movie.

Gritting his teeth, Jiang Wen took a rare step back and said, "Let's edit it together and discuss it in the end, but I must participate in the editing."

This is his bottom line.

If it really doesn't work, just give up.

Zhou Mo smiled slightly.

Take advantage!

Jiang Wen gave in, feeling helpless: "We have finished discussing the editing, but I have to agree on another thing. You can let me be the director, but you have to give me enough freedom. Once I join the crew, I will definitely be the most powerful person."

Zhou Mo was not surprised to hear Jiang Wen say this.

Anyone who can be a director has a desire for control.

Not to mention a tall and strong guy like Lao Jiang.

When he was young, he could make Zhang EMO so angry that he almost vomited blood in the crew. Even if he has a good relationship with Zhou Mo now, it is impossible for him to completely listen to Zhou Mo and do whatever he is told to do. He is not Wang Jing.

Not that easy to talk to.

Thinking of this, Zhou Mo felt emotional.

Fatty Wang is still the best.

As long as the money is in place, no matter whether it is a movie or a TV series, no matter how it is shot, once the order is given, there will be no ambiguity.

And people like Jiang Wen.

No matter how much you are moved by a work, if you cannot control yourself, it is better not to shoot it.

Zhou Mo also understood this truth.

When he made a movie, he never let others influence his creation.

Although some tools were used when shooting certain scenes, such as Wu Jing, Cheng Long, and Zhuang Wenqiang.

But both the script and the final editing rights are controlled by Zhou Mo.

Let other people take some footage, no harm done.

Similarly, when it is someone else's turn to make a movie, Zhou Mo will naturally give them a great deal of autonomy.

Whether it is Lu Yang or Wang Jing.

During the filming, Zhou Mo basically didn't ask any questions.

Let them do it freely.

Now, it’s Lao Jiang’s turn, and of course the same thing applies.

However, what makes Lao Jiang different from other directors is that he has a strong desire for independent creation and can easily overturn the entire script and rewrite it.

This is the case with "The Story of Stealing an Official", the original novel of "Let the Bullets Fly".

They bought the original novel but didn't film it, and changed it over and over again. In the end, they just used the background story and changed everything else.

"That's natural, but you can't change the main storyline."

Anyway, the final editing rights of the film are in my hands, so everything is fine.

Jiang Wen thought about it and nodded.

"That's as it should be. I'm quite satisfied with the story itself, so I just need to polish the lines."

Zhou Mo said, "Don't be anxious, I haven't finished speaking yet."

"Besides that, I have scheduled the film to be released at the end of the year, in December, or early next year."

This move was also to restrain Lao Jiang's desire to create.

Give him a ddl and make him less literary.

Jiang Wen took another puff of his cigarette.

time is a little tight.

But it's still acceptable.

"What other main characters are there? Several important supporting roles."

"I have a few people over there who will come over, and you can also call a few people. These are not a big problem."

One thing is coincidental.

In the previous life's "Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy", Lin Gengxin, Chen Xiao, and Xie Miao all had roles in it.

In addition, the bandit Lao Si in "Let the Bullets Fly" also played a role.

Just arrange it when the time comes.

Anyway, there are many roles in the bandit’s den, and everyone has a role.

After deciding on a few roles temporarily, Jiang Wen asked about the last main character: "Yang Zirong, you chose me, but what about the mountain eagle? Who are you going to call?"

Zhou Mo pursed his lips and tried hard to suppress his inner excitement.

finally come.

The candidate for the mountain eagle.

In order to prevent Lao Jiang from becoming a literary youth, he turned "Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy", a commercial war film, into an art film as another layer of protection.

"Zhaoshandiao? The selection has already been made. Let Zuoshandiao choose."

Jiang Wen didn't react at first.

"I'm talking about the mountain eagle. Who are you going to let play the role?"

"It's a mountain eagle."

Jiang Wen: "I said... huh?"

He suddenly raised his head and his face stiffened.

"You mean the mountain eagle?"

"Yes, a mountain eagle."

"Is it the mountain eagle I was thinking of?" Jiang Wen narrowed his eyes.

"It's the mountain eagle you were thinking of." Zhou Mo nodded.

Jiang Wen: ...

It took him a while to react.

I shouted twice in my heart.

What the hell!

What the hell!

I looked up at Zhou Mo and said, "You are such a bold guy!"

Zhou Mo shrugged.

"Just tell me whether it's appropriate or not and that's it."

"Of course he is suitable. There is no one more suitable than him." Jiang Wen murmured to himself.

If you say he is currently the most suitable actor to play a gangster.

Then that person is the most suitable actor to play Zuo Shandiao.

After all, he is a "mountain eagle" himself.

aside.

Zhou Yun looked at the two people playing charades, his eyes full of confusion.

who am I?
Where am i?

Where am I going?
Why didn't I understand a word these two people said?

Aren’t we discussing who will play Zuo Shandiao?

How did you start carving on the mountain?
and also.

Zhou Yun glanced at Zhou Mo again.

Why do Xiao Mo and Lao Jiang have such a good understanding of each other? Most of the time, they don’t even need to talk to each other, a glance is enough to solve the problem.

It’s obvious that even she, the legal wife of Lao Jiang, can’t do it.

"Who exactly is the Mountain Eagle you two are talking about?"

Hearing this, Zhou Mo and Jiang Wen looked at each other and smiled.

"Han Sanping."

(End of this chapter)