Chapter 497 Han Sanping ‘Let the wise’
On the afternoon of December 2nd.
Xu Kun and Liu Haibo were originally scheduled to go to Huairou Film and Television City to attend the premiere of "Mei Lanfang". On the way, they happened to discuss the Youth Directors Association gathering in the evening.
Although Xu Kun never thought that he could dominate the Youth Directors Association, he never expected that the Film Bureau would send Chief Jia in. In order to prevent Chief Jia from causing trouble, he must discuss countermeasures with Lao Liu.
Everyone had already called to make an appointment. Xu Kun suddenly received a call from Han Sanping, saying that he wanted to communicate with him in advance about something.
Having no choice but to let go of Lao Liu's pigeon, Xu Kun had no choice but to let go.
In order to show respect for Han Sanping, Xu Kun waited at the intersection ten minutes in advance. Fortunately, it was winter, so no one would find it strange no matter how tightly he wrapped himself.
When Han Sanping's car drove over, Xu Kun first took off his coat and held it in his arms, then opened the car door and got in, taking off his hat with a scarf.
Seeing his busy work, Han Sanping couldn't help but smile and commented: "Yes, you are quite down-to-earth, unlike some people who float in the sky once they are honored."
Is this talking about Chen Kaige?
Xu Kun murmured in his heart, but he was not stupid enough to complain about Director Chen in front of Han Sanping - after all, Han Sanping has always been very supportive of Director Chen, and he also had the title of producer of "Mei Lanfang".
Xu Kun smiled and said: "I owe all these honors to Director Feng, and Director Feng is best at starting with down-to-earth little people. I must inherit this advantage."
Han Sanping was stunned for a moment before realizing that the honor Xu Kun was referring to was the Best Actor trophy he won with "Assembly".
In addition to the Venice and Hundred Flowers Awards, Xu Kun won six more Best Actors, big and small, during the release of "Operation Kunpeng", the most important of which was the Golden Rooster Award.
So far, he has won two of the three major domestic film awards. The last Huabiao Award will not be awarded until next year. Compared with the other two awards, the Huabiao Award usually represents the official attitude. As Xu Kun’s current main theme director, he will win the Huabiao Award. It would be weird not to receive this award.
Although Best Actor is indeed more in line with honor than box office, the honor Han Sanping refers to obviously does not refer to Best Actor, but to a new record of one billion box office.
But hearing Xu Kun's self-effacing words, Han Sanping still felt particularly pleased.
He had also heard about the recent quarrel between Feng Xiaogang and Xu Kun. Xu Kun was able to praise Feng Xiaogang so highly at this time, which showed that he was not dazzled by victory.
This is extremely rare for a young man who has climbed up from the bottom.
Reaching out and patting Xu Kun on the shoulder, Han Sanping said with a smile: "Actually, I'm looking for you this time mainly for the gift film for the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China next year. I guess you must have heard the news, right?"
"You mean "The Founding of the People's Republic of China"?"
Xu Kun had seen this movie in his previous life, or he had seen all such movies.
However, he knew that "The Founding of the People's Republic of China" was about to be filmed, not because of the memory of his previous life, but because he heard from Ge You in September - Ge You was the first batch of confirmed actors.
In late November, I heard that many actors had received invitation text messages from the preparation team.
"I'm still surprised if you don't look for me."
Xu Kun said with a smile: "How come I am also the Venice Best Actor, so how come everyone else has received the invitation text message, but I haven't received it yet?"
"Of course there is a reason for this."
Han Sanping said sternly: "This tribute film was originally planned to be directed by Huang Jianxin and I. However, under my strong recommendation and after discussion with the superior leaders, it was decided that you and Huang Jianxin will be paired as directors instead. I will still do my old job. Produced by ”
"This..."
Xu Kun never expected that Han Sanping would abdicate in favor of a worthy person. After all, it was the "Foundation of the Nation" full of political significance!
Before Xu Kun could think of words, Han Sanping said without doubt: "Okay, the matter is settled. This is not my decision alone, but a lot of things that are being promoted together.
In fact, when filming "The Founding of the People's Republic of China", you have limited room for development. The script has been reviewed by the superiors and basically no changes are allowed - this is more of an honor and a qualification, and what you lack most now is qualifications! ”
Han Sanping had already talked about this, so Xu Kun naturally couldn't refuse.
On the way next, Han Sanping gave a brief introduction to the preliminary preparations. For other movies, he was worried about not being able to find big-name actors, or not being able to pay big-name actors.
But the situation in "The Founding of the People's Republic of China" is exactly the opposite. Most of the country's well-known actors are willing to star in the film for free - except Jet Li, who does not want to be paid, but requires that a certain percentage of the film be donated to the One Foundation for charity.
The question now is who to choose and who not to choose.
"You should discuss the casting with Huang Jianxin first. If you are not sure, come to me - there is one thing. Well-known actors from Hong Kong and Taiwan must occupy part of the quota. You cannot veto them based on personal preferences. This is politics. Mission! "Don't worry about that."
Xu Kun patted his chest and said: "What I object to is giving super-national treatment to Hong Kong and Taiwan stars. Since they are working as cows and horses with zero pay this time, I am happy to use them more."
"You, you."
Han Sanping shook his head and said: "Although Hong Kong Islanders are relatively arrogant, it is true that their economy is doing well. There are also many practices in commercial films that are worth learning..."
Xu Kun laughed it off.
Not to mention Han Sanping, who was born in the 1950s, even young people born in the 1980s and 1990s have special filters for Hong Kong Island.
It will probably take more than ten years before this filter will gradually break down.
So whatever you say now is in vain.
So he chose to change the topic and said: "By the way, Uncle Han, I'm just the director this time, and I'm not assigned a role? After all, I'm also the Venice Best Actor."
"Haha, if you are willing, you can try playing the role of Zhang Guoli's son."
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Playing the son of Zhang Guoli?
That's Xiao Jiang, who can be considered an important character in the movie.
Although he was thinking this in his heart, Xu Kun pretended to be confused: "Who will Uncle Guoli play this time?"
"Chang Kaishen!"
"Oh..."
"Haha, for publicity purposes, Xiao Jiang can be regarded as a positive character. You will know after reading the script."
The two set off early and arrived in Huairou before six o'clock, and there was still an hour and a half before the official opening of the premiere.
Hearing that Han Sanping had arrived, Chen Kaige took Chen Hong and several creative staff to the gate to greet him.
Seeing that Xu Kun was there, Chen Kaige was obviously a little repelled, but he didn't want to be too obvious in front of Han Sanping, so he could only pretend to shake hands with Xu Kun enthusiastically and give belated congratulations to Xu Kun for winning the Venice Best Actor.
As for "Operation Kunpeng", which broke a lot of records, Director Chen didn't mention a word about it.
The subtext is: I admit that your acting is not bad, but your directing skills... haha, just don't mention it.
Han Sanping now regards Xu Kun as the light of domestic films and believes that the younger generation is the hope for the rise of domestic films, so his expectations for Director Chen are much lower.
At this time, seeing that Director Chen was looking weird, he said casually: "Xiao Xu is indeed good. Director Chen, you can definitely learn from each other and make progress together with Xiao Xu in the future."
Chen Kaige's already weak smile suddenly froze. Fortunately, Chen Hong came to the rescue in time and enthusiastically invited Han Sanping to have a dinner backstage.
It was only at this time that Xu Kun realized that Han Sanping had come so early to have dinner with Chen Kaige, and he couldn't help but secretly feel bad luck.
However, Han Sanping and Chen Kaige have been dealing with each other for more than 20 years, and they know each other well. Now that they can dominate him based on their status, Chen Kaige is not embarrassed to put on his usual pretentious face.
So I had Gujing Wubo for one meal.
The only thing that could be regarded as an interlude during the dinner was probably that Han Sanping only paid a few compliments to Li Ming, who starred in the adult version of Mei Lanfang, but he praised the little-known young actor Yu Shaoqun, thinking that he played the role of Mei Lan as a boy. Fang.
After dinner, Chen Kaige enthusiastically took everyone around the theater. Xu Kun didn't understand at first why he wanted to set the premiere address in such a remote location.
Later, Xu Kun suddenly realized that Peking Opera elements can be seen everywhere, such as facial makeup, costumes, and props. Some opera singers were even specially invited to act as on-site NPCs.
These layouts all involve redecoration and even changes to the building structure, and the major theaters in the capital may not be willing to cooperate.
But it has to be said that Chen Kaige's ability to make movies may be controversial, but his ability to engage in architectural decoration is truly outstanding. Compared with this arrangement, the premiere of Xu Kun's "Operation Kunpeng" cannot be said to be shabby, it can only be said to be arrogant. Full.
(End of chapter)