Chapter 559 He slandered me (6K)
"Chen, I'll read the script."
"Well, you sit first. In the past few days, too many people have come, and I almost forgot about this."
Chen Linfeng asked Nolan to sit down first, then asked someone to serve him tea, and he found out the printed text and placed it on the table.
Nolan was not in a hurry to look through it, but asked curiously, "The people who look for you should be from major companies, right?"
"Yes, yes, isn't anyone there?"
"How come there isn't it? Even companies like Lions Gate and Legend have contacted me, but I replied that I didn't even see the script and was not the producer of the movie, so I pushed it over."
Nolan explained, and asked, "You just talked to me before and said that this is a science fiction movie. Now that I am here, can you talk further?"
Chen Linfeng said strangely, "The script is in your hands, just read it directly."
"No, I'm used to listening to the original author's thoughts first and then looking through it slowly."
"Okay, your habits are really strange."
Chen Linfeng sorted out his thoughts and said, "This movie originated from my childhood imagination of interstellar travel. At that time, the main concept in my mind was to be able to swim in the starry sky by sitting in a spacecraft.
But later after learning more knowledge, I learned the concept of light years and realized that the distance between different galaxies may be so far that I can't reach it for a lifetime.
There is a very powerful science fiction writer in our country. He has a novel called "The Wandering Earth", which explains this concept.
So I kept thinking later on, if people in the future world want to travel interstellarly, what methods should they use, and whether there is any relevant theoretical support. ”
"This movie was built based on this idea. When I was writing it, I also specifically searched for experts related to China to ask about it."
Chen Linfeng tells his own idea of writing the script of "Interstellar".
It can be said that except for the part where you find relevant experts to learn about the knowledge, the rest are all edited.
But Nolan listened very seriously and nodded from time to time.
"OK, I understand, the precious dreams in childhood."
Nolan became serious, then solemnly placed the script on his legs and slowly looked it through.
Chen Linfeng sat aside, pinched a pinch of tea leaves and placed it in a teapot, and started cooking tea.
When he was at home, he was not interested in drinking tea at all, but when he went abroad, he became a little interested.
On Nolan's side, he could still keep calm at first, but as he kept turning, he gradually immersed in the script story.
Chen’s story is still as exciting as ever, with a full sense of picture.
Nolan was amazed in his heart. When he watched it, the picture naturally became generated in his mind.
There are also some imaginary pictures on the page of the script, some of which should be astronomical pictures and some of which are painted by Chen.
"It's so wonderful." Nolan couldn't help but sigh.
He has turned the script to the end.
"Chan, this story is so good. I have a feeling that this script is very suitable for me."
Nolan's face looked strange, "No wonder you think it's suitable for me to take pictures. We really have a close relationship."
Chen Linfeng almost spit out a sip of tea, "Don't, don't we use such ambiguous words? By the way, you have no problem with your sexual orientation, right?"
"Of course it's okay," Nolan gave him a speechless look.
A little joke was played, and Nolan couldn't wait to ask about the paragraphs in the script that he didn't understand.
"Li Mofei, the protagonist's daughter, I think her name has a special label. Does this name have any special meaning in Chinese?"
"Murphy, which means Murphy's Law, is called Murphy'sLaw in English."
When Nolan heard the English, he instantly understood that he had heard of this term.
"There is also this Eternal. I saw the pictures drawn in the script. Is there any explanation for this design?"
"The Eternal is a ring-shaped mothership that generates gravity through centrifugal force. It consists of 12 compartments, and different compartments have different functions..."
Nolan and Chen Linfeng asked and answered each other, and the questions went from deep to shallow.
Chen Linfeng wrote this script. Although the main plots are referenced by the original works of his previous life, he has really asked and understood various physical knowledge, so he can really tell Nolan a little.
But more specific, you still have to ask the experts.
"Many of these astronomical wonders still need to be consulted with scientific consultants, and they will decide."
Chen Linfeng solemnly stated what he thought should be the principles of science fiction movies:
That is, don’t violate the existing laws of physics, and try to have scientific basis for all imaginations, rather than complete fantasy.
Space operas like Star Wars, or Marvel's superhero movies, are not considered science fiction movies at all.
"It is best to achieve this effect in the movie "Interstellar"," he said.
"I get it," Nolan nodded seriously. "I will do this as much as possible."
Principles and themes were determined, and Nolan then asked about topics beyond film creation.
"In this area, there are many people who want to win. Who do you like?"
"Where are you?" Chen Linfeng asked back, "I remember you cooperated with Legend Pictures the most before?"
"Yes, but Legend Pictures is now separated from Warner. For a while, it's hard to say whether to cooperate with Legend or bring Warner together."
Chen Linfeng saw that he recognized Warner more, after all, he had always been a partner before.
"Then let's leave Legend Pictures behind."
"Yes."
"Look for another Disney?"
"I have no objection."
The two of them made it so quickly.
Nolan continued to ask, "These characters in the script are all Chinese, but we are Hollywood scripts after all. When facing the global market, we should add several European and American actors. What do you think?"
"Well, the idea is good."
Nolan thought for a while, "If this is the case, you might as well play the leading role. You should be the most recognized Chinese actor in the world."
Chen Linfeng hesitated for a moment and asked, "When will you plan to shoot this movie? I have already scheduled a lot of schedules here."
"This script is a plot splitting and segmenting shots, and finding scientific consultants to solve various scientific concepts, it should be quite time-consuming.
Also talk about investment, building sites and other work..."
Nolan calculated his speed, "It will probably start next year."
Chen Linfeng refused to agree and did not agree immediately.
The main reason is that he has been hesitating about what movie he will make next year after the filming of "World of Warcraft".
Since "Inception", he has never made a Chinese-language movie in the country.
Many domestic movie fans have complained about this. Although those Hollywood blockbusters are also very good, they are not Chinese-language films after all, and they do not have that kind of closeness from the heart.
Chen Linfeng also felt that he should return.
"It's enough time, let's decide this for now."
He said so.
"Okay, then this is to be decided." Nolan nodded.
"There is also a producer, do you want to join? Actually, I would rather recommend my partner, Emma Thomas."
"She, I know Emma, she is indeed a good choice."
Emma Thomas was also the producer in his previous life, and this is also Nolan's long-standing collaborator.
However, Chen Linfeng could not agree just like that.
"Sister Mei also needs to join the project. In order to prevent the two of them from having a dispute, I think it is better for me to name the general producer. What do you think?"
Nolan nodded in agreement.
The cooperation between two top directors is very critical to the distinction between their respective authority, otherwise it will be difficult to reconcile once conflicts arise.
Therefore, during this meeting, the main job of the two is to distinguish their respective fields.
Just like Chen Linfeng and Zhang Yimou collaborated on "Sunset".
"In terms of actors, try to ensure that the number of actors in the East and the West is roughly balanced. How about the space agency set in the script be changed to an International Space Center?"
"Yes, the world is united and a community with a shared future for mankind. I think it's good."
This setting should be quite in line with the Chinese audience's expectations for the future.
"The Wandering Earth" is this kind of setting.
Thinking of this, Chen Linfeng's heart moved.
But now he is still discussing with Nolan, and he temporarily suppresses his thoughts.
"Do you have any ideas about the filming location?"
Chen Linfeng said decisively, "In China, China can find almost all types of terrain in the world, and film and television bases can be built quickly. Everything you want can be done quickly, the key is cheap."
"Well, okay, there is indeed such a saying in the industry now."
This is the chain reaction caused by Chen Linfeng's filming of movies such as "Inception" and "The Shocking Demons and Thieves".
He brought a group of Hollywood staff and actors to China, and many people did see the efficiency and prices of China.
Recently, some crew members have been thinking about going to China to film.
Chen Linfeng even contacted him to see if he could give some preferential policies.
Industrial development is much more important than the little money you make.
The two spent almost a day on all aspects of the film and agreed on it.
Although there are still many items to be determined, they have basically been decided.
The two of them are not the kind of people who are tangled with small interests. The success of the movie is much more important than those small profits.
In the evening, Chen Linfeng called Pitt.
"Nolan and I have agreed to the new movie investment, and there will be a Disney investment, which I have strived for."
"Oh, Chen, this is such a big surprise. Let me ask more, partner, are there any other companies besides Disney?"
"Warner is here too."
"I just knew, okay, at least the basic goal has been achieved, and I think Mr. Eiger should be happy."
Pete asked again, "Didn't Tingfeng Entertainment join this project?"
"The summit was involved in the production, and there is also the Qilin series of China. "Interstellar" is not a small movie, and it requires a lot of people."
"Yeah, you're right."
Chen Linfeng pulled Sister Mei in, which actually represents Qilin, and he himself took the lead for Tingfeng.
In the future, after he gradually shifts his focus to China, Tingfeng, as a separate company abroad, needs to play a greater role.
Unless the peak faces the same dilemma as TikTok.
In the following days, Chen Linfeng and Fang Long participated in several promotional activities for "Hurricane Rescue 2".
He also cared about Xia Fanglong’s chat with several Hollywood stars.
"It's definitely not as exciting as you. It's betting and a new collaboration."
Fang Long said helplessly, "We mainly talked about some differences in filming in East and West." "By the way, we also talked about the differences in directors' director styles."
"Oh?" Chen Linfeng said intriguedly, "What did you say?"
"The most typical one is James Cameron. His reputation as a tyrant on the set has been heard of even outsiders."
Fang Long smiled, "Leonardo seemed to have a lot of opinions at that time."
"Yeah, this is really famous."
"And Spielberg, Tom Hanks said he has a good temper and rarely loses his temper, but this guy has a quirk in security."
Chen Linfeng became interested and asked quickly, "Oh, what do you mean?"
"I heard that all Spielberg's documents, scripts, plans and even a note are encrypted. Most people can't understand them, and whenever someone reads them, they will make records."
"Tom Hanks also heard from the staff that Spielberg's office has anti-eavesdropping designs and other various escape and security measures."
Fang Long repeated several items.
For example, there is a gas mask in the office, and a jeep for escape is always available downstairs, which also has all kinds of supplies.
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"So it can still be like this," Chen Linfeng widened his eyes and said that he had learned, "What is his identity? He feels like the agent in the movie."
"Who said no," Fang Long couldn't help but complain, "We also doubt on the show whether he has some other identity."
"Haha."
"Of course, there's you, and Leonardo said you're not normal."
The smile on Chen Linfeng's face disappeared instantly.
"Why am I not normal?"
Fang Long's soul of complaints could not be stopped. "There are directors who are all in photography, soundtrack, art, performance, lighting, and action guidance. Those who know think you are the director, and those who don't know think you want to take it on one shoulder."
"Leonardo said that you were in the crew to provide him with acting guidance, and he wanted to go on his own. He said that you also guide the work in this way for other crew members."
"Slander, he is slandering me!" Chen Linfeng said angrily, "How could I do this? Brother Fang Long, you understand me, you should speak for me."
"Uh," Fang Long turned his face away.
"No, you are also involved in spreading rumors?" Chen Linfeng said in disbelief.
"There is no rumor," Fang Long spread his hands. "If I hadn't had two brushes on my hand, I would have thought my position as a guide would be unsecured."
"You...I..." Chen Linfeng felt that he was reasonable and could not explain it clearly.
"Haha," Cao Yu couldn't help laughing when he heard the whole thing. "Director Chen, I've actually wanted to say a long time ago. You, as a director, are you, what do you do to study photography? It puts a lot of pressure on me."
"If we hadn't worked together for a long time, I'd be worried that one day you kicked me and then got on my own."
"Go, why are you causing trouble?" Chen Linfeng glanced at him.
Why not learn? It's no problem anyway.
In the early days, out of anxiety, I wanted to learn everything I saw.
Later, he had a group of elite soldiers and wanted to learn something.
This is mainly because he found that this can significantly improve the quality of the works.
The position of director has a low threshold and a high ceiling.
Taking the lens as an example, the director who knows photography and the person who doesn’t know, even if he uses a photographer, will be very different.
Similarly, directors who can train their acting skills often do not have a bad acting level.
Of course, Leonardo, Fang Long, Cao Yu and others are joking, but in fact they are praising his efforts in directors, which he knows very well.
That's too exaggerated.
The promotion and promotion effect of "Hurricane Rescue 2" is very good, on the one hand, because Chen Linfeng has been in the limelight recently.
In addition, there are few original movies in the past two years and few purebred action movies, which to some extent has increased the value.
Many movie fans and netizens, when they heard that "Hurricane Rescue 2" was about to be released, said they had been waiting for a long time.
On imdb, before the movie was released, many netizens began to rate the movie. The specific content of the movie reviews was all about expectation.
At the same time, on the imdb website top 250, the name of "Joker" has risen very quickly, almost entering the top twenty.
It seems that there is still a lot of potential for growth at the moment.
Looking further, "Inception" ranks 9th.
This means that not only is the box office currently ranked fifth in film history, but also "Inception" is among the top ten on this list of comprehensive reputation and rating indicators.
Chen Linfeng's other movies, "Sunset" and "Your Name" are also on the list, but the ranking is slightly lower and he only hoveres around the 100th place.
This is already an exaggeration.
It’s a long way to go. Regarding the promotion and promotion of "Hurricane Rescue 2", Fang Long is mainly doing it in Hollywood.
Chen Linfeng often sees him in various popular variety shows and interviews.
It’s also a blessing that Fang Long is so concerned about it.
At this time in his previous life, he was almost beginning to show off his bad luck.
"Kung Fu Yoga" is Fang Long's action movie after that.
And today, Fang Long is still the top international action star.
Living in the second life is different.
When Chen Linfeng was about to join the crew to film "Infinite World 2", Shen Ao called.
"Master, are you still filming in Hollywood?"
"Yes, I will join the group in a few days."
"Yeah..."
"If you have something, just say it."
"That's right. I'm not "Manslaughter" to be released. I originally wanted to invite you to the premiere."
Chen Linfeng pondered, "I remember it is No. 28."
"Yes, the premiere is on the 27th,"
Shen Ao asked carefully, "Do you have time then?"
"I had already joined the team at that time, so I definitely didn't have time."
"That's how it is." Shen Ao's tone was full of disappointment.
"However, there is still time to give your apprentice a show."
"Really!?"
The voice opposite the microphone immediately became excited again.
"Of course, I still attach great importance to the movie "Manslaughter".
"I thought that among the four great King Kongs, I was the least valued." Shen Ao muttered in a low voice.
"What are the four majors?" Chen Linfeng suspected that he had heard it wrong.
"Well, it's okay." Shen Ao quickly changed the topic, "Do you say you attach importance to "Manslaughter"? Is there any follow-up to the movie?"
Now everyone wants to make a movie universe.
Especially Chen Linfeng has been working on a series of movies in a row, which has made it very prosperous.
Shen Ao knew the elegance when he heard the strings and doubted whether there was a follow-up plot after "Manslaughter".
"That's right, the role played by Xiao Yang can appear in the future, but I'll explain in advance that the new film may not be handed over to you at that time."
Chen Linfeng naturally refers to the pretending stupid Song Yi played by Xiao Yang in the Tang Detective universe.
It's not a strict sequel, it's just a crossover of different characters in the movie universe.
The script he wrote in the film "Manslaughter" is closer to the domestic version of his previous life, which is the one that the protagonist finally took the initiative to vote.
The original script mainly plays with the police, and it is indeed difficult to pass the trial in the country.
If he had taken it himself, he might have a chance to fight for it. Shen Ao, the little Karami, would definitely not be treated like him.
Therefore, there is no orthodox sequel after "Manslaughter".
Chen Linfeng thought about it and it would be better to splice it directly into the Tang Detective Universe.
But we have to consider the director candidates.
Shen Ao's works that were slightly more serious, such as "Manslaughter", can be better controlled.
Filming comedy may be unacceptable.
"That's how I'm not very good at comedy."
Shen Ao accepted this explanation. There is really nothing to say about the director's style. Sometimes it can be seen at a glance whether it is suitable or not.
"Then teacher, who did you decide to let?"
Chen Linfeng was also worried. Chen Sicheng did a good job in his previous life and his style was very consistent.
But because Shi Xiaolong had previously occupied the role of his starting lineup, this person's development was a bit worse than in his previous life.
The first pot of gold at the beginning is so important, so important that it can affect a person's life.
Since Chen Linfeng's rebirth, he has really affected many people, both good and bad, and Chen Sicheng is a negative influence.
"I'm thinking about it now, let's talk about it when I think about it."
Chen Linfeng developed the dragging technique.
He was going to inquire about Chen Sicheng's current situation first, and then decide whether to use the original team or find other tools.
Shen Ao had no objection, but just emphasized again that the teacher should not forget to attend the premiere of his movie.
The four disciples, Lu Yang has now become famous and has become famous. It is his turn to be unable to fail.
"I understand, I will go there then."
In China, Liu Qianqian has just finished filming of "Shushan".
She followed Cheng Er and ran for a few days to promote.
"Liu Xixi, Director Chen and Fang Long used to do shows with many top stars in Los Angeles, why didn't you go?"
Liu Qianqian said angrily, "You all say you are a top star, I'm not that far."
"Probably not. You have made so many Hollywood blockbusters and are so famous in North America. Why aren't you still a top star?"
The reporter said suspiciously, "Did Director Chen not call you? You have not met for several months, have you had a quarrel? Have you had a conflict?"
Liu Qianqian was a little crazy, "Why do you have to suspect that we are in a bad relationship every once in a while? We are doing well."
"Really? I don't believe it."
"Do you believe it or not?" Liu Qianqian rolled her eyes with a good look.
You are not Lu Yu, so you have learned this trick.
She thought of the words her husband had learned from her before, and she couldn't help but feel funny.
Think about it, although Xiaofeng had only seen her some time ago, I do feel that I haven't seen each other for a long time.
Liu Qianqian missed her a little.
(This chapter ends)