Tokyo Literary Godfather

There were roars of laughter from the audience, and Kei Fujiwara's face turned slightly red.

I have obviously written a novel about gambling, but in fact my gambling skills are terrible, which is more or less embarrassing. It seems that in that novel, Kaisi, who battles wits and courage with various opponents, and plays with the rules of the game and people's hearts, is the opposite of the author himself.

But this can’t be blamed on Kei Fujiwara. The level of Japanese mahjong is really not very high... Moreover, Kei Fujiwara’s opponent in the first game was a female painter in her fifties. According to her, she could get fingerprints from playing mahjong. They are almost gone... How can we defeat such fanatics?

The news of Kei Fujiwara's fiasco was later learned by Hattori Junshan, and he was so angry that he slapped his thigh. Damn it, if it weren't for hemorrhoids, I would have had it myself...

At this time, Arima Katsura asked softly in his ear: "What Mahjong Masters Tournament?"

Fujiwara Kei smiled bitterly and whispered: "A group of people in the cultural world organized a competition. Miyata and I both participated, but we both lost miserably..."

The Japanese love to play mahjong, and there are many mahjong masters in the cultural world.

Arima Guixiang whispered: "It doesn't matter, you can take me with you next time..."

Kei Fujiwara couldn't help but glance at her. It turned out that he was not only good at video games, but also mahjong?

The host called a few more celebrities. Nakadai Yingji was lowering his head at the moment and thinking about it. Suddenly he heard someone calling his name in his ear. He raised his head in confusion, only to find that the main creators on the stage and the audience were all there. Look at yourself.

Only then did he realize that someone had already greeted him before he came here, saying that the host would communicate with him after the screening, so he stood up bravely, his face slightly red with embarrassment.

He felt that he was maliciously provoked by Kei Fujiwara. through this movie.

Because this "Confession" and "White Night Walk" have too many things in common, for example, both have Katsura Arima as the main protagonist, and they both tell the entire story from different subjective perspectives. But this film is far better than "White Night Journey" which I shot myself.

That's right, POV point of view character writing, why didn't I think of using this method? Obviously, the original book "Bai Ye Xing" used this method, wouldn't it be better if this method was used in the movie. However, Zhong Daiying used the traditional narrative rhythm of advancing the plot along the time axis. He now regrets it very much, and even keeps imagining in his mind, if this technique had been used in "White Night Journey", would the film have completely different results?

But it's too late to do anything now... It would have been better if Kei Fujiwara had been insisted on being the art consultant... And that guy Ohno Nagaharu, he seemed to have put forward some opinions at the beginning, why didn't he listen to it at that time?

I was thinking wildly when I was called by the host. Zhong Daiying felt that other people's eyes were hot on the skin, as if there was some sarcasm in the eyes of others.

He is a little allergic to his self-esteem now, so he can hear other people's "voices" in a trance:

"It's also a suspense film, this guy is not at the same level as Kei Fujiwara."

"It's still a film director who has been in the industry for decades. Even Kei Fujiwara's first electric shock work can't compare."

"I remember that he blamed the failure of the film "White Night Journey" on the actors. It was really shameless. The same actors, in the hands of different directors, seemed to be able to produce different effects."

"..."

For a moment, Zhong Daiyingji's forehead was dripping with sweat.

"Director Nakadai, you are a professional supervisor. This is your first time as a film director, Director Fujiwara. As a senior, can you comment on the movie "Confession"?" the host asked with a smile.

When Zhong Daiying heard this, he was even more confused. What does he mean? Are you making fun of me? The "White Night Journey" that satirizes me is not as good as this "Confession"?

At this time, a photographer in the circle turned his head and looked at Zhong Daiying with a smile.

This smile is particularly dazzling to Zhong Daiying at the moment, and he feels that this guy is also laughing at him.

With a hammer in hand, everything is a nail. In fact, the host asked just a common question, which was easy to answer, and others didn't mean to laugh at him. Because he made the same type of movie as Kei Fujiwara and was not as good as the other, so he laughed at him? If you think too much, it’s not the first day that everyone has been in the circle. Isn’t it normal to be defeated by Kei Fujiwara...

"Uh, me, this movie..."

Nakadai Yingji was nervous inside, and his sense of shame became stronger. He stumbled when answering an ordinary question. People around him looked strange, but they didn't think much about it.

After answering a few questions from media reporters, today’s screening meeting is finally over.

After the screening, several acquaintances came to chat with Kei Fujiwara and exchange greetings. Konemon Matsumoto, who was wearing a kimono, also had his sleeves rolled up. Accompanied by his wife, he walked slowly over. As soon as he came, he caressed the back of Arima Keika's head affectionately, "Your performance this time has made a big breakthrough. You are already a famous actor." It looks great, very nice."

Matsumoto Konoemon said with satisfaction.

"Where's me, where's me, dad." Arimamasai hurriedly stepped forward and pointed at the tip of his nose with his index finger.

"You are also very good." Konemon Matsumoto said with a smile.

Matsumoto Konoe has always been strict with Arimamasai. No matter how well he does, he can only get an average evaluation from him. If he does anything poorly, he will be scolded like a storm, although it is severe. , but the heads of the White Crane House family have been here for generations, and there is nothing they can do about it.

This was one of the few times he praised Arimasai. Arimasai knew that his father was strict, and even he praised himself. It seemed that he did well this time.

I was overjoyed for a moment, it seemed that I had a chance to become an actor.

In fact, Arimama Sai's performance this time is indeed very good. Although he seems to be carefree on the surface, due to his strict family tradition, he is very serious on the set. In addition, he himself is actually very talented in acting. To a certain extent, he has more talents than Arima Guixiang.

"Dad, we are free tonight, why don't we have dinner together." At this time, Arima Katsura said, holding Matsumoto Konemon's arm.

Konemon Matsumoto was a little strange: "Okay, so what if we have a meal..."

Halfway through, he reacted, "Let's" have a meal together? He subconsciously turned to look at Kei Fujiwara.

Fujiwara Kei was talking to others, but his eyes turned over, smiling and nodding towards Matsumoto Konemon.

Konoe Matsumoto also bowed slightly, and then whispered to his daughter: "That's okay, he... goes to eat at home, or eats out?"

"It's okay, Dad."

"Everything is fine, if everything is fine...this..." Konoe Matsumoto was a little embarrassed. Although he had long realized that Kei Fujiwara had an unusual relationship with his daughter, he didn't know what to do once the window paper was pierced. It's good.

Before Kei Fujiwara and Keika Arima formally established their relationship, Konemon Matsumoto and Kei Fujiwara got along like old friends. They often drank and played bridge together and talked about issues related to the drama.

In fact, Kei Fujiwara was much older before he was reincarnated than he is now. He can be regarded as a middle-aged man who has experienced ups and downs. In addition, he has far-sightedness and unique views on the issues of the times. Therefore, Konemon Matsumoto is also very willing to talk to him, forgetting that this is a man. Someone who is more than twenty years younger than me.

So when he saw a photo of his daughter holding the arm of his "best friend" in a gossip magazine, he couldn't accept it for a while and chewed the magazine until there were teeth marks.

Arima Keixiang ran to talk to Fujiwara Kei and asked him to go to his house for dinner. After a while, she came back a little disappointed and said, "I can't do it today. He accepted an exclusive interview with a magazine tonight."

"It's okay, let's wait until next time." Matsumoto Konemon said, his tone suddenly became much more relaxed. He still needs time to accept the fact that his friend is in love with his daughter...

After the screening, Chiba Shinichi finished watching the movie and was about to leave. Before leaving, he went to find Kei Fujiwara, stretched out his hand and said: "Teacher Fujiwara, I watched the movie carefully and it was very good. Congratulations, once again The transformation was successful.”

Fujiwara Kei and Chiba Shinichi shook hands: "You are very grateful. Thank you very much for your continued support."

Chiba Shinichi: "I just fulfilled the duty of a professional critic and told the truth. Your works have indeed always maintained a high level, so I will write articles to recommend to readers and viewers. If one day you If my standards have dropped, I will tell the truth and show no mercy."

Chiba Shinichi pushed up his black-rimmed glasses and said.

The screening party officially ended today, and the audience left one after another. After the show, Eiji Shirai rushed to Kei Fujiwara's side first and almost never left. The reason is very simple. There are some people from other film distribution companies who came to the screening today. They are afraid that they will contact Fujiwara Kei directly - you all stay away from this man.

As the head of the production department, Eiji Shirai has a strong appreciation for movies and the ability to predict market reactions. He had actually never watched the feature film before today. It wasn't that he couldn't see it, but he deliberately didn't watch it. He wanted to wait for the day of the screening and watch the audience's reaction while watching it, so as to get the most authentic and objective first-hand feedback.

The results gave him a lot of confidence. It seemed that these professional media people with demanding tastes were very optimistic about "Confession", and the winning rate of this movie seemed to increase a little bit.

And he has more confidence to ask theaters to increase the schedule of this movie.

But the mentality did not relax, but became more nervous, because I was afraid of the most terrifying situation - whether it would be well received or not popular.

High ratings and high attendance are sometimes independent events. Whether it is popular but not popular or popular but not popular, it is not uncommon in the development of cultural industries in various countries. Gaining both fame and fortune is naturally an ideal situation, but whether it is for the creator or the investor, if they have to choose one of the two situations, most people will choose the latter without hesitation. After all, getting the money is the real thing, and the praise is just for fun. The entertainment industry is also a business after all.

Except, of course, art films. Many art films are destined to make no money, and the investment is also small. Investors do not expect to make money, or even return their money. They just want to impact Class A film festivals and improve the reputation of the producers. This is This situation is not considered.

But for a commercial film, it is a bit sad that it is not a hit but a box office hit. For the main creators and investors, this situation is also very embarrassing. There are cheers in the ears, and when I look at the ticket warehouse, it is so empty that it can run away. Even many people who applaud it may not have seen this movie.

In Eiji Shirai's view, "Confession" is indeed a good film, but because the film is relatively stylized, Eiji Shirai is afraid that ordinary audiences except professional film critics will not like it.

Of course, Eiji Shirai expected that this film would be better than the theatrical version of "White Night Journey" in any case, not to mention anything else, just Kei Fujiwara's personal appeal would have thrown Naka Daiying and several streets away, "The first time a ghost writer The gimmick of "directing a movie" is also relatively loud, so no matter what he thinks, this movie will not perform worse at the box office than "White Night Walk". 1.5 billion box office should not be a problem, right?

The day after the screening, various reviews and discussions about the film appeared in various magazines, newspapers, and even entertainment programs. The word "Confession" constantly appears within the audio-visual range of potential audiences, maximizing their interest in going to the cinema and watching the film.

On the third day after the screening, Chiba Shinichi’s review article was published in the newspaper. The critic shared his feelings about watching the movie:

""Confession" - the best Japanese suspense movie after 90 years."

"After watching this film, I have only one feeling: Kei Fujiwara is indeed the most outstanding writer of the younger generation."

"A film director, in fact, has another name called a film writer, which is essentially a kind of writer. The difference is that a screenwriter writes through pen and paper, while a director writes through film."

"This film is Kei Fujiwara's first film, and it is also a film he wrote and directed. I have very high trust in Kei Fujiwara's screenwriting ability, so before watching this film, I already expected it. The plot of this movie will be very exciting, but as a director, I still have doubts about whether he can express the wonderful story with excellent lens language ability."

"However, less than a minute into the movie, I was completely dispelled."

"As a director, the film technique is very sophisticated, and he can inject extremely rich content into the film clips in a very short time, but it does not feel chaotic and redundant. This reflects Kei Fujiwara's extraordinary director skills. "

"The film technique is gorgeous. Even in this movie, Kei Fujiwara as the director is slightly better than Kei Fujiwara as the screenwriter. Although he is a new director, he has evolved a very distinctive personal style, and he uses it very sophisticatedly. People are amazed.”

"..."

Chiba Shin praised Fujiwara Kei. Such a high evaluation did stimulate some audiences and gave them the idea of ​​going to the theater to find out. But there are also some people who make sarcastic remarks, because Chiba Makoto has always spoken highly of Fujiwara Kei's works, and some people even gave Chiba Shin the title of "Fujiwara Kei's professional sycophant". I feel that this article is a sycophant repeating his tricks.

Chiba Shinichi can be regarded as having a strong Taoist heart and did not deliberately give some critical comments in order to clear up the relationship.

Instead, I gave my summary evaluation of the movie "Confession" at the end of the article: This is a masterpiece, and audiences who like suspense-style movies recommend watching it. I believe that you who have watched the movie will agree with my evaluation.