Chapter 594: The kindness is not over yet, we forget each other in the world
“It’s almost time.”
“Ten, nine, eight, seven, six...”
Entire There were corpses everywhere in the auditorium. The scene was shocking and impactful.
Although Zhou Yutang's smile was bright, no one doubted it when he finished counting down.
Death will come and take away their lives mercilessly.
At this moment.
One believer after another, their faith began to waver.
Some people struggled to get up, not daring to look directly into Zhou Yutang's fiery eyes. They lowered their heads and ran out of the auditorium in fear.
Bang!
The death countdown is over.
The first unlucky person closest to Zhou Yutang fell in response. This was an ordinary-looking middle-aged woman.
"This journey of life, I long for your smile to make it complete."
"You can open the door of freedom for me, hold hands, new creation."
Within a few breaths, gunshots rang out, and bodies were everywhere in the auditorium.
The bright red blood splashed on the white walls, and occasionally a few drops stained the snow-white window screens, like plum blossoms blooming.
This healing song was like an elegy played in hell, which made Ni Ni's hair stand on end.
"How many tears will it take to complete a journey like life."
Zhou Yutang continued to fill the bullets, gunshots continued to sound, and soon only the one standing on the stage was left. , the woman whose body swayed gently to the singing.
She is His Holiness’s most loyal follower.
At this time, her expression did not waver at all, and she turned a blind eye to the bloody massacre in front of her.
It’s like being immersed in another world.
Zhou Yutang did not hesitate and still shot him in the head.
The splash of blood dyed the portrait of the Venerable who was compassionate to the world red.
“Crack!”
Zhang Yimou couldn't help but stood up from his seat, rubbed his hands, and said excitedly: "Okay, great."
Jin Shijie's effortless performance previously brought the cult leader Lin Luhe to life .
Originally, the national master was worried about Zhou Yutang, worried that he would not be able to take the role.
Unexpectedly, his performance was not inferior at all.
It is obviously extremely calm, but it also gives people a feeling of complete madness, which perfectly sublimates the climax of the scene.
In reality no gunshots were fired.
But Zhou Yutang really made people feel the suffocation of the bloody massacre.
Besides this suffocation, it is also inexplicably pleasurable.
“It’s really wonderful.”
Li An and Hou Xiaoxian also felt that it was impeccable from the director’s standpoint.
This scene had a bit of stamina. After it ended, Zhou Yutang stayed alone for a long time before he recovered.
When Ni Ni said that Li An and Hou Xiaoxian were still there, he felt helpless.
These two most famous local directors in the Bay Area, two former Golden Horse talkers, are obviously not just here to visit.
Director Li An pushed aside the work at hand and specially came to the "Chou Chu" crew with Hou Xiaoxian as lobbyists.
His attitude was very sincere, and he also solemnly extended the invitation to Zhou Yutang and Zhang Yimou.
Last year, Zhou Yutang and Zhang Manyu filmed a Golden Horse promotional advertisement, which had an extraordinary impact and the Golden Horse ratings broke a new high.
This year Li An also wants to recruit Zhou Yutang and let him continue to serve as the Golden Horse promotional ambassador.
The Bay Area Golden Horse Awards are mostly held in November, and many important things must be decided in advance.
"Director Li, my schedule for the second half of the year is full."
Zhou Yutang shook his head and declined with a chuckle: "When the filming here is completed, I will soon join the filming of another film. Play.”
In fact, if you're just shooting a promotional campaign, it's definitely okay to take a day or two.
But the time of the time management master is very precious. Zhou Yutang has already made an appointment with a beautiful woman, so how can he have the thought to promote the Golden Horse for others.
Li An tried to persuade her again and again to no avail. She looked a little helpless and had to take a step back: "Director Zhang, Director Zhou, when the time comes for the Golden Horse Awards ceremony, please be sure to appreciate it."
""Return" "It's wonderful. "Red Ling" won the Palme d'Or. The entire Chinese film industry is proud. If the two of them don't come to the Golden Horse, it will definitely be a loss for the Golden Horse."
Hou Xiaoxian also followed suit. tongue.
If there are two international directors, Zhang Yimou and Zhou Yutang, this year's Golden Horse Awards will have more traffic and buzz.
The two of them had probably rehearsed their rhetoric countless times before they came here.
He starts with affection, moves with courtesy, sings and harmonizes, and the cooperation is very tacit.
Zhou Yutang did not refuse this time, which was considered as giving enough face to the two of them.
Looking at Lao Mouzi’s original intention, he probably didn’t want to go, but after hearing Li An accidentally reveal that Gong Li was expected to be nominated for the Golden Horse Best Actress, he finally nodded.
At this time, Gong Huang was only one Golden Horse Best Actress trophy away from the three gold medals.
Zhou Yutang sighed inwardly.
In Lao Mouzi’s heart, he probably always has a very special feeling for Gong Li, right?
It is said that it is better to forget each other than to forget each other.
Can you really forget when you met such an amazing person when you were young?
After the explosion scene in the auditorium, the overall filming progress was almost 80% completed.
Chen Guilin killed Xiang Jiangzi, who was ranked second on the most wanted list, and then killed the cult leader Venerable in the New Soul House - he has become the new top brother.
As the title of the film says, Zhou Chu eliminates three evils.
First kill the dragon, then kill the tiger.
Then we need to get rid of one of the remaining three evils, which is Chen Guilin himself.
Zhang Yimou and Zhou Yutang were filming in Bay Province, and officials took the opportunity to hold a cultural exchange event aimed at promoting cultural exchanges between the two places.
In addition to Li An and Hou Xiaoxian, several local heavyweight filmmakers from Bay Province were also invited to the crew for study and exchange.
In recent years, many talents have emerged in the film and television industry in Bay Province.
For example, Niu Chengze, Dai Liren, Wei Desheng, etc. became famous early and each has his own masterpieces.
There are also Wu Zhongtian, Qian Xiang, Chen Hongyi, etc. who are all rising stars.
On the exchange day, Zhou Yutang saw a very interesting crime-themed short film called "Big Buddha".
If there are no accidents.
This short film may be a strong contender for Best Creative Short Film at this year’s Golden Horse Awards.
A factory security guard, a factory owner, a loser who makes a living by recycling garbage.
Just a few simple characters from different walks of life, intertwined through a driving recorder that recorded a murder, presented a quite interesting story.
"I remembered that the screenwriter expanded the content of this short film and submitted the script to Jiangdong Entertainment."
"Is it the screenwriter gold medal you won?"
"That's right."
Lao Mouzi was very interested in understanding, so Zhou Yutang explained the inside story to him.
The industry-wide screenwriting gold award that Tian Zhuangzhuang and Han Sanping have been busy with has been initially implemented and has achieved certain results.
In addition to Tian Zhuangzhuang and Han Sanping, there are also several older generation filmmakers who are enthusiastic and want to continue to shine.
The specific process is divided into three stages: preliminary review, review and final review.
Zhou Yutang did not participate in the first two stages, but his opinions were very important in the final review stage.
The entire theme of the Screenwriting Gold Award is Zhou Yutang’s proposal to “select scripts that tell a good story without considering other factors.”
In addition to the mainland, the scope of promotion is also treated equally in Taiwan and Hong Kong.
As long as you choose, there will be at least a seven-figure bonus.
Of course, the more important thing is not the prize money, but the fact that the winning screenwriter can become famous overnight.
“This matter is very meaningful.”
Lao Mouzi nodded and affirmed: “It provides a way for low-level screenwriters to rise.”
He felt sincerely in his heart.
Before this, most screenwriters were relatively transparent in the industry.
Not only can the director come and go as soon as he calls, but even the more senior actors can point their fingers and have no right to speak at all.
But with Jiangdong's repeated hits and the subtle influence of this gold screenwriter award, this situation will gradually improve in the future.
At least capital understands that a good script can bring far more benefits than a bad movie.
“Teacher Tian’s evaluation of this book is quite high. It should win an award. Can Director Zhang take a look at it?”
"Okay, let me take a look."
Taking the tablet handed over by Zhou Yutang, Lao Mouzi looked at it with interest.
The film script adapted from the short film by Huang Xinyao, the director of "Big Buddha", is also an entry, but the screenwriter chose the name a bit casually, calling it "Big Buddha Plus".
Looking at Lao Mouzi holding his chin with his hand, becoming more and more absorbed in watching, Zhou Yutang did not interrupt and took out his mobile phone to send a message to Nazha.
My good sister has joined the cast of "Now You See Me 2". In the past few days, Guo Fan took the crew to Haojiang for filming.
I have contacted Miss He in advance and arranged everything, so there is no need to worry.
About half an hour later, Zhang Yimou, who had read through it roughly, slowly took a breath and said to Zhou Yutang beside him: "It is indeed a good book."
"Zhang Yimou" Are you interested?”
“Have you taken this book?” A look of surprise appeared on Lao Mouzi’s face.
“One of the conditions for participating in the Screenwriter Gold Award is that Jiangdong Entertainment has priority to sign contracts.”
Zhou Yutang smiled calmly and said: "Master Han thinks this book has great development potential and has already negotiated it." After taking the Jiangdong Dream start-up capital, the Governor's kindness is not over yet.
Under the premise of taking the overall situation into consideration, Zhou Yutang will certainly not forget his own interests.
Lao Mouzi is also a treasure of Jiangdong, but he has certain shortcomings in storytelling.
Zhou Yutang has mastered the instructions for using the Guoshi, and naturally understands this. In the future, there will be a gold medal for screenwriting to provide an endless stream of good scripts.
This shortcoming of Lao Mouzi has also been made up for.
“This is a good book.”
Lao Mouzi nodded thoughtfully.
After the studio signed with Jiangdong Entertainment, he witnessed Zhou Yutang’s rise at an incredible speed and his outstanding achievements.
While in shock, I often reflect on myself.
Zhou Yutang learned a lot from him, such as the use and expression of color, the exploration of the sense of film form, etc.
He also often talks to Zhou Yutang to discuss the factors that lead to the success of commercial films in the new era.
If the remnants of the old era want to board the ship of the new era, they can only work hard to integrate into the market and understand the aesthetics of modern audiences.
After thinking about it, Zhang Yimou readily agreed: "But there are still two projects under discussion, and we will have to look at them when the time comes."
He suddenly felt a happy worry.
As an internationally renowned director, there is certainly no shortage of projects to work on.
But the priority of external projects is undoubtedly much lower than the scripts Zhou Yutang selected for him.
For example, the current movie "Zhou Chu Eliminates Three Evils".
The script given by Zhou Yutang has both commercial and literary themes.
Although the shooting time is short and the finishing work will be completed by the end of the month, Lao Mouzi knows that the film is of high quality.
While doing editing work at night, he even had a very strong feeling in his heart.
——This movie may even set a box-office record for his career as a director.
The entertainment industry was turbulent throughout August.
The 8th First Youth Film Festival Awards Ceremony held in Xining, Qinghai Province at the beginning of the month came to an end.
"Heart Labyrinth" by young Jiangdong director Jin Yukun won two awards for Best Feature Film and Best Director, becoming the top winner of the night.
But the most eye-catching thing in the industry is probably Zhou Xingxing's "Mermaid" continues to be hyped, and it is officially announced that Deng Chao, who has just had a slight rise in popularity due to "The Breakup Master", will play the leading role.
In addition, "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom", another heavyweight director in the industry, has passed review and has been scheduled for the Lunar New Year.
Except for Feng Xiaogang, Huayi Company collided head-on with another great director, Gu Changwei.
The film "Little Love Gets Better" starring Chen Chichi and Yang Ying is also the first film that Gu Changwei has handed over after joining the Huayi Film Department. It is also scheduled for this year's Lunar New Year. .
"Gu Changwei may be in trouble this time."
When Zhou Yutang received the news, he felt slightly happy.
He himself participated in the post-production work of the film "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom".
This movie has both a main theme and a commercial nature. It has good quality and is endorsed by China Film Group Corporation. It will be indispensable for official support when the time comes.
According to the company’s internal professional evaluation, the box office has reached at least 800 million.
If Chen Chichi and Yang Ying could handle the 800 million box office, then Huayi wouldn't have to be suppressed by Jiangdong. Mr. and Mrs. Wang would have hit the moon long ago.
Xu Ke worked hard for his early wish.
When Zhou Yutang chatted with Brother Long later, he found out that the shooting environment at that time was harsh and Xu Ke was not in good health.
The old illness relapsed and became so serious that he even had to be carried up to the snowy mountain in a wheelchair to complete the filming.
Now that Old Monster Xu has fulfilled his wish, Shi Nansheng has no worries anymore, puts down what he is doing, and turns around to leave.
The news of her low-key divorce from Mr. Xu spread like wildfire in the circle and caused a sensation.
This pair of golden boys and girls in the film and television industry admired each other's achievements when they were together, and created many film industry classics.
But in the end, I was defeated by reality, and now it’s easy to separate.
Shi Nansheng did not say anything bad about Xu Ke. Xu Ke never responded to the matter when facing the media.
After all, it is better to forget each other than to forget each other.
"Bob, "Fifty Shades of Gray" is set for Valentine's Day?"
"Choke to death, Zhou, you know, this type of movie is very suitable for that kind of atmosphere."
"Okai, you can do whatever you want."
Zhou Yutang shrugged his shoulders .
Old Bob has been in Hollywood for decades and has long since become a master. He naturally has his own unique sense of smell and judgment about the North American film market.
After several years of happy cooperation, the two have established a solid foundation of trust based on their interests.
"We are golden partners. It may take some time to get the first box office split."
When it comes to money, the eyes of the old wall lamp are bright, and the whole person seems to be a few years younger. Ten years old.
Zhou Yutang also became energetic.
The total global box office of "Superbody" reached US$418 million, and the total box office of "Purge 2" also reached US$95.32 million.
Just these two movies can make his overseas company a lot of money.
Flowers bloom outside the wall and fragrance is inside the wall. Is there anything more fragrant than dollar bills?
Zhou Yutang’s last scene is when the male protagonist Chen Guilin surrenders and is sentenced to death by lethal injection.
Before that.
He gave Cheng Xiaomei the most precious Peppa Pig watch that his grandma had left for him.
This is not about love.
More transcendent love.
It was as if God had given her the right to choose a free life again.
Cheng Xiaomei shed tears as she shaved the man's face and mended his suit, simply wanting him to leave as decently as possible.
His hands were stained with too much blood after all, and he had to pay for it.
During the execution of the lethal injection, Zhou Yutang lay on the execution chair, with a smile on his face that seemed to be relieved, but he seemed to be crying.
The tears shining in those deep eyes were heartbreaking.
When Chen Guilin reached the last stage of his life, he thought of his grandmother.
Think of the wrinkles on her face.
I want her to tell me to remember to eat.
I also want to say sorry to her, because after all, I still didn’t listen to her and take care of myself.
The injection needle was inserted into his arm and advanced slowly.
Zhou Yutang's breathing began to become rapid and disorderly.
The muscles all over his body were spasming, and that handsome face began to twist and turn, and the muscles on his face even had a physiological reaction of cramping.
Soon, the light in his eyes gradually dimmed. .
“There is no trace of performance at all.”
This scene was actually a bit depressing, but Zhang Yimou was beyond excited.
His eyes widened, his mouth opened wide, and he pointed his finger, feeling indescribable shock.
The picture was so beautiful that it was captured by the photographer.
These are precious behind-the-scenes footage of the movie, which can be used as promotional materials.
Executive director Fu Lulu also rubbed her arms with goosebumps and praised sincerely: "Yu Tang's performance is really great. If this section is shown alone, the audience will probably think it is a documentary."
"The boss has really put in a lot of effort."
Ni Ni looked at Zhou Yutang with a smile on her cheeks and her dark and bright eyes.
Others are still marveling at his acting skills.
Ni Ni walked over and handed Zhou Yutang a warm towel, gently rubbing his arm with her delicate hands.
The scene of the injection just now needed to be filmed in a state of blood recovery, so Zhou Yutang took the initiative to ask for a real injection.
Of course, the injection was only glucose, but his arm seemed to have some adverse reactions and began to gradually swell.
"Doctor, come here and take a look."
Ni Ni shouted, and the medical staff equipped by the crew came up to check and confirmed that there was nothing wrong, so Ni Ni and others were relieved.
Lao Mouzi also breathed a sigh of relief, and even made a rare joke: "It's good that everything is fine, otherwise we won't be able to afford the compensation if we sell the entire crew."
"With Yu Tang's net worth , a hundred crews can’t afford to pay.”
Fu Lulu smiled and said: "However, the effect in the last part is really good."
"Let me see."
Zhou Yutang covered his arms and walked behind the monitor, talking to Lao Mou Communicate with each other.
Ni Ni suddenly felt a twinge in her heart.
As Zhou Yutang's personal secretary, she knows how much her boss has paid for this drama.
Since agreeing to play the role of Zhang Yimou, Zhou Yutang took time out of his time management to write a biography of Chen Guilin of nearly 100,000 words.
Ni Ni was responsible for helping him correct typos and had also read the entire character biography.
It is no exaggeration to say that it is almost equivalent to a short story, including Chen Guilin’s identity and background, detailed life events, as well as his personality and habits.
The last execution scene was revised in no fewer than three versions.
In order to film this scene, Zhou Yutang obtained relevant video materials of the lethal injection execution through some connections.
Privately, I also discussed with other actors such as Deng Chao, Wang Jianhui, and Zhang Songwen about how to perform the death penalty scene.
After working hard for so long, Zhou Yutang finally used his own understanding to perfectly restore the death sentence in the script.
In the eyes of others, Zhou Yutang may look effortless.
But only Ni Ni knew that he had put in a lot of effort behind the scenes.
(End of this chapter)