Chapter 153 Superficial Friends
"Durr, get ready, I need a large panoramic shot to create the effect of thousands of landing craft rushing onto the coast." Little Gilbert shouted.
After part of the drama was over, little Gilbert led the crew to shoot the opening battle.
In terms of photography techniques, Gilbert Jr. followed the filming techniques of his previous life, "Saving Private Ryan."
He discussed with the camera crew Doyle Randolph and John Schwartzman to use a documentary shooting method, using an almost documentary shooting technique to shoot the first 25 minutes of the landing scene in the film.
The crew did not think about the storyline at all before filming, but spent most of the time using handheld cameras to track the landing soldiers for close-up shots.
In order to be faithful to the entire story and truly reflect the era in which the story took place, Duer Randolph and John Schwartzman specially processed the film negatives to dilute the colors to achieve the effect of Little Gilbert.
Another special photography technique in the film is the use of a 90° fixed (DIN) or 45° fixed (DIN) shutter to shoot the landing scene, capturing the thrilling scenes of the actors' uninterrupted movement and bullets flying.
Of course, Little Gilbert also made certain innovations. With reference to the game "Call of Duty: World War II" decades later, many shots were shot from the actor's first-person perspective.
Today's digital cameras cannot achieve the same effect as film, and are not suitable for the big screen. So it was a bit difficult to have actors wear filming equipment and shoot from a first-person perspective.
However, the photography team and the technical department worked together to develop a miniaturized wireless photography system.
Although it is still a bit bulky and difficult to complete some difficult scenes, simple running or holding things with hands can still be done.
The crew first filmed a large panoramic scene of a landing craft charge. A dozen assault boats created the feeling of a thousand troops.
However, during post-production, special effects were needed to add other assault boats.
Because the overall tone of the film is cooler, and in general special effects production, the warmer the tone of the film, the better, so this was also a big challenge for Industrial Light and Magic.
After this scene was shot, there were scenes of several leading actors on the landing craft.
Little Gilbert sat next to the monitor on the shore and commanded remotely through the walkie-talkie, while the filming task was handed over to Duer Randolph.
"Durr, shooting through John Miller's hands, told the captain that his hands should be shaking, and then he would drink water to cover it up, and finally it would show his face, and the camera would slowly move back."
On the other end of the intercom, after some arrangements, Dull Randolph replied: "Director, received..."
When the preparations were almost complete, the landing craft began to charge again.
A close-up shot of Tom Hanks' hands kept shaking, and he had to use a water bottle to cover it up. Then Dool Randolph stepped back with the camera, and other actors began to enter the scene and make predetermined reactions.
This shot is not very difficult, and the test shooting session was passed perfectly.
However, the next shooting will be a little more difficult. Playing on a landing craft and bearing the impact of the waves, Tom Hanks felt a little uncomfortable and wanted to vomit.
However, he still tried his best to hold back and complete his performance.
"Don't block the springboard. Land in thirty seconds. God is with you."
"One column on the port side, one on the starboard side, move forward quickly, avoid those craters..."
At this tense moment, in order to maintain the tense mood before the landing, Gilbert Jr. used continuous shots as much as possible to highlight this tension.
The close-ups of each character are very detailed, and you can see the fear and tension on their faces.
The next shot is the first-person angle shot designed by Gilbert Jr. The shooting of this angle was mainly done by Vin Diesel, who has good physical strength.
Using his first-person perspective, he saw that the moment the baffle was opened, the soldiers in the landing craft became living targets, and they were bumped into a lot before they even got out of the landing craft.
This shot is full of immersion, the damn cruel tension, and the scene of the blood pack bursting, making Sophia, who was watching the monitor together, so nervous that she didn't dare to breathe loudly.
After this shot was taken, little Gilbert asked Sofia: "How do you feel about this shot?"
Sofia gave a thumbs up and said: "Little Gilbert, you are indeed first-rate in lens design."
"Does that mean I'm not first-class in other ways?"
Sophia was silent for a long time before saying: "That may be true, but at least he is better than me, and much stronger."
For the arrogant Sofia Coppola to say "Better than me", it shows that she admires the outstanding work done by little Gilbert.
When the filming of "Saving Private Ryan" was in full swing, some preliminary publicity work was also done in North America.
"Tom Hanks worked with Gilbert Jr. for the first time. Tom said that he has always liked Gilbert Jr.'s movies."
"Little Gilbert said that Tom Hanks is the actor he admires most and he has always wanted to work with him. Finally, his dream came true."
"It is reported that Gilbert Jr.'s new film is a hot and exciting World War II war blockbuster, and the explosion scenes will not be weaker than "The Island"."
During the promotion, Gilbert Jr. and Tom Hanks became a model of mutual sympathy and mutual cooperation.
In fact, it's almost the same, but the personal relationship between Gilbert Jr. and Tom Hanks is only average, and the two sides are limited to a cooperative relationship.
In the promotion of any production crew, they will promote how friendly the relationship between the crew is, everyone is like a family, and they work together seamlessly.
But the actual situation is always different from what was imagined. For example, on the set of "Speed", the female lead Sandra Bullock looked at Naomi Watts very unhappy.
Because little Gilbert added a lot of scenes to Naomi Watts and stole the limelight that belonged to Sandra Bullock.
After that, Naomi Watts even usurped Sandra Bullock's position as the heroine in a movie, that one, "Love at Two Sights."
It would be okay if the film did not do well at the box office, but this small-budget romantic comedy has a box office of US$81 million in North America and a global box office of over 100 million.
With this film and the success of her starring roles in several Little Gilbert films, Naomi Watts completely became a first-line actress.
But this movie originally belonged to Sandra Bullock. Do you think Sandra Bullock can not have objections to Naomi Watts?
But it’s a pity that Sandra Bullock doesn’t dare to have an attack yet, because Naomi Watts’ popularity can be said to have been made possible by little Gilbert.
Everyone knows that little Gilbert even ruined Mel Gibson's reputation for Naomi Watts.
Under such circumstances, Sandra Bullock had to hide her dissatisfaction in her heart. She was not Mel Gibson, and she still had the ability to struggle.
If little Gilbert knew that she actually hated Naomi Watts, she wouldn't know what means to use against him!
If little Gilbert knew what Sandra Bullock was thinking, he would not know whether to laugh or cry. Is his image already so terrible now?
In fact, little Gilbert will basically not interfere in legitimate competition, but he can't help but sometimes others give Naomi Watts and Cameron Diaz some conveniences in order to please him. Little Gilbert had told the three women more than once that he would not help them unless there was a serious matter involving a dangerous career or personal safety.
If you want to become a Hollywood A-list star, you should face the storm bravely.
Growing up under the protection of his wings, when one day he loses his power, their ability to resist risks will be too poor.
There are too many examples of discord among other crews. When Gilbert Jr. was the executive director of "Captain Hook," he saw big-mouthed Julia Roberts and Spielberg quarreling.
Of course, it was Julia Roberts who was high on fans and disowned her relatives. If she were sober, even if she became an A-list actress, she would not dare to offend Spielberg.
Now just because she offended Spielberg, Julia Roberts' career has stalled in recent years, and she is not the candidate considered for various major commercial projects. This is a small revenge behind Spielberg.
This woman was smart enough to go to Spielberg's house with gifts to apologize, and even accompanied Spielberg on vacation in Europe for half a month.
As for what happened during this half-month process, everyone knows.
There are many other examples. "Saving Private Ryan" is not a harmonious and friendly family. At the very least, Vin Diesel is very unpopular with other actors.
Except for Tom Hanks, who can stay out of the situation due to his detached status, other actors have great opinions on Vin Diesel.
Although the young version of Family Man has not yet become famous, his temper is already quite troublesome.
DiCaprio complained to Little Gilbert: "Fortunately, I don't have any scenes with him, otherwise I might point the gun in my hand at him."
Little Gilbert is also very helpless. It is difficult to change character. Even if little Gilbert is known as the Son of God, even if Jesus and Xiuquan come in person, they cannot change Vin Diesel's character.
Fortunately, Vin Diesel still knows whose territory the crew belongs to and respects him as a director, otherwise the actors he chooses will get into trouble with him.
No matter what, even if it was an actor Sheena Boone valued very much, Gilbert Jr. would kick Vin Diesel out of the crew without hesitation.
But then again, filming is not a treat, it is a job with very strict requirements and a lot of pressure.
The crew had many quarrels every day because of filming matters. Duere Randolph and John Schwartzman had several disputes over their differences in filming concepts.
If there is not a producer or director who is able to handle the situation, the entire crew will fall apart in such an atmosphere, and there will be no need to complete the production of the film.
Fortunately, little Gilbert has already proven his abilities and methods through a movie, allowing the crew to focus on him and run smoothly.
However, thinking about the quarrel between the two photographers, little Gilbert still had a headache. He said to Sophia: "From now on, you will lead a crew by yourself. How about I assign one of the photographers to you?"
Sofia thought for a while and said: "If you want to assign me a photographer, I want Duer."
"Oh? Why?" Little Gilbert asked curiously.
Sofia shrugged and said, "The relationship between John and me is such that if there is a dispute, I won't be able to scold him."
Little Gilbert thought about it, but on the other hand, John Schwartzman's ability is indeed much better than Dule Randolph.
Sophia's words were very smart. Through the relationship explanation, she left the better John Schwartzman to little Gilbert, who knew the way of being a subordinate.
Sofia asked again: "If Duer and I quarrel, who will you support?"
Little Gilbert thought for a while and replied: "Ethically, I should be on your side, but I am on the legal side. I support whoever has the right."
This was so well said that Sofia pouted dissatisfiedly.
But little Gilbert added: "Don't worry, Duer is a very measured person, he will not deliberately embarrass you.
You have been my assistant director for several years, and you have a lot of experience. I believe that Duer will not have any objections if it is not something out of the ordinary. "
Sophia curled her lips and said, "You think highly of me. You didn't see when I was scolded by film critics before."
"Today is different from the past. You are different from before. You have emerged from the haze of being the worst supporting actress in the Razzies. You may become the first female director to win the Oscar for Best Director in the future!" Little Gibbert A special treat for Sophia.
In fact, the first person to win the Oscar for Best Director in her previous life was Katherine Bilog. Little Gilbert didn’t know whether Sofia had won the Oscar, but he knew that a Chinese female director, Zhao Ting, had won the Oscar for Best Director.
This director also directed the Marvel movie "The Eternals," which was so bad that it stunk.
Little Gilbert was deeply impressed by the scene in which a black actor cried and confessed at the Hiroshima Memorial, which was full of irony.
Zhao Ting’s stepmother is also the famous Chinese actor Song Dandan. I don’t know how the two got related.
Oscar's prejudice against women has not changed for a day or two, but the tide will always change, and Sophia is very hopeful.
After "Saving Private Ryan", Sofia decided to direct films independently, becoming the second director of Melon Studio with the ability to direct films independently.
The project has also been confirmed, which is "Good Will Hunting" written by Matt Damon.
Matt Damon has proposed more than once that Gilbert Jr. should direct this movie, but Gilbert Jr.'s plans have been scheduled until 2020.
He had no schedule at all, so he proposed that Sofia direct the film.
Of course, in order to ensure that the film does not deviate from its original appearance, Gilbert Jr. will still serve as producer and producer to help Sofia control the film.
The film "Good Will Hunting" will be solely invested by Melon Studio. After the film is confirmed to be produced, we will see which of the several partners is willing to distribute the film.
Maybe in the eyes of others, little Gilbert is too good for Matt Damon. A movie with an original script, and one that dares to take risks and invest in it.
But these people may not know that as long as "Good Will Hunting" is shot as well as its previous life, there is no need to worry about the box office, and it can even make a lot of money.
Gilbert Jr. also asked assistant director Anne Burton if she had the idea of directing a film alone, but Anne Burton declined.
"I saw your work, and the pressure you were under was too much. I couldn't stand it. I'd better just be an assistant director!" Anne Burton said.
Everyone has their own pursuit, Anne Burton said this, little Gilbert doesn’t insist on it anymore, everyone has his own ambition!
(End of chapter)