Chapter 488: He was shot while lying down
Delayed due to yesterday's rain.
The next day, the "Ip Man" crew had to gather in the same place to continue filming the scene where Ip Man and Zhang Yongcheng took the children shopping to relax.
In fact, it was not just because of the rain. This kind of scene involving a large number of extras is not easy to shoot. There are many people appearing in the camera, and the acting skills of the extras themselves are extremely limited.
If anyone makes a mistake in their movements or expressions, or accidentally sees the camera.
This all had to be reshot.
The scheduling and coordination of large-scale events also takes time.
This street.
It takes at least two days to finish the shopping.
For a period of time afterwards, the crew basically had to shoot in these two or three streets nearby. Scenes such as the opening of Liao Family Boxing, Jin Shan's challenge to other martial arts schools, and Ip Man's shopping all took place in this area.
And it doesn't stop there.
Afterwards, the mountains and rivers were in ruins and devastated. It was also in this place that Ip Man and General Miura had their fight.
Therefore, the crew had to shoot here first, leaving enough time for the colleagues in the props group to destroy this prosperous set that they had worked so hard to build, and instead create the dilapidated environment that occurs after the war.
It's a new day, but the busiest person is the assistant director.
How do dozens of extras walk, who walks with whom, whether they should laugh or shout, or whether they should walk in a hurry.
Everyone has to explain clearly one by one.
After talking for a long time, the assistant director's throat became hoarse.
Li Luo was quite free.
He sat leisurely in the actor's chair, flipping through the script and helping Lynn Hung understand the role of Ip Man's wife.
This movie doesn't have many shortcomings, and the opponent is the most obvious one.
In order to prevent her from acting the whole scene with a blank expression and staring eyes, I had to lead her into the play myself, to help Xiong Dailin understand the plot, and then to understand the psychological state of each character.
But what I said yesterday was not wrong.
Xiong Dailin did take the first film she shot very seriously and put a lot of effort into it.
Zhang Yongcheng's lines.
She basically knew them all by heart.
"good."
Turning over another page of the script, Li Luo nodded with a smile and said, "It's great that a newcomer can do this. At least your attitude is very correct and you didn't choose to muddle through. But acting is not memorizing after all."
“Emotion is the most important thing.”
"What really moves the audience is the real emotions that burst out from the actors, not the boring and dry lines."
“You have to find a way to get into the role and become that character.”
"Only in this way."
“It’s the kind of performance that’s convincing.”
Xiong Dailin nodded like a chick pecking at rice after hearing this. At her age, she must find a way to move up in career, as she won't be able to keep her job as a model for long.
He has attended acting training classes and also sought advice from Aaron Kwok in private.
Before filming.
Ye Weixin specializes in talking about drama.
But none of them explained it in such detail and detail as Li Luo did.
She cherishes this opportunity very much, as not everyone is so lucky to receive special guidance from a billionaire director.
"Of course."
Li Luo took a sip of water from the teacup and shook his head again, saying, "Emotions sound a bit vague and ethereal. It's hard to grasp that feeling without a long period of experience."
"How about I tell you a stupid method? As long as you are willing to work hard, it will be very helpful to improve your acting skills."
"any solution?"
Xiong Dailin's eyes lit up and she asked quickly.
She knew that she was not talented enough, but she had the tenacity to exert her strength. She started working in Shanghai at the age of 19 and shed countless sweat on the catwalk, persisting year after year.
Being able to stand out requires more than just being tall and beautiful.
And that tenacity.
"back."
Putting down the cup, Li Luo crossed his legs and looked at the sky cut by the buildings: "Still reciting like you, but what I'm reciting is not just my own lines, but also the lines of my opponent and others."
"All the lines and even the storyline must be memorized."
“The whole script.”
“It’s best to know it clearly.”
"When you can do this, you will have a deeper understanding of the whole story. In fact, many excellent actors do this. You should be familiar with Mr. Wu Mengda, who can read the script thoroughly."
"Believe it or not."
Turning back, he smiled and said to Xiong Dailin who looked stunned: "If you were acting with Uncle Da, he would be able to react if there was a mistake in a line."
"Hey."
Looking at a line of words on the script, Xiong Dailin suddenly asked: "Who is the best fighter in Foshan?"
"Of course it's Ip Man."
Glancing at her, Li Luo calmly replied, "Could it be me?"
"Wow~"
Xiong Dailin’s eyes widened.
Some people are invincible in words but powerless in actions. I didn't expect Luo Ge to remember the lines of an almost passerby. Not only did he say it, he also put it into practice perfectly.
Looking at that handsome profile, her eyes sparkled.
"Brother Luo."
The hurried footsteps broke the atmosphere of the two people studying the script. Zhao Xuejing put a newspaper on the table breathlessly: "Hurry up and take a look at this, we've been scolded!"
"Ok?"
Li Luo took the newspaper in confusion.
When Xiong Dailin heard this, she quickly leaned her head over.
But the two people's focus was completely different. The first thing Xiong Dailin saw was the title "husband" and "wife". She was immediately confused. She didn't expect that the reporters would put this in the newspaper.
The four words "autumn glances" sent to her left her stunned.
Change secret sending to clever sending.
What it brings is greater initiative.
The most important thing is, when did I send you that weird flirtation?
'When asked whether Aaron Kwok is more stylish or Lee Lo is more handsome, the famous model Lynn Hung smiled but said nothing, and quickly waved her hand to signal the reporters to change the topic.'
"Something interesting."
“It seems to be self-evident.”
"But it's normal for a beautiful lady to be attracted to a young, handsome and wealthy opponent like Li Luo when she first acts on screen."
Xiong Dailin almost went numb as she quickly skimmed through the lines of text.
How could she answer in that situation?
My co-star is Li Luo. If I say to his face that Aaron Kwok is more handsome, even a fool wouldn't do that. But if I had to choose between the two and praise Li Luo as being more handsome, I'm not an idiot.
I didn't expect that it was not the right answer, and not answering was not the right answer either.
I know that the pen in the hands of a reporter is powerful.
Unexpectedly.
This is all nonsense!
However, Li Luo's attention was on another report. The first was the group photo of the main creators of the crew yesterday. On the background wall behind the producer, director, and actors, the big words "The Grandmaster - Ip Man" were extremely eye-catching.
This is the full name of the movie, which is slightly different from what I remember.
But that’s okay.
You are the biggest change.
The current name does not necessarily mean the name when the movie is released. It is normal for the crew to temporarily change the name for publicity purposes or other considerations.
Look down.
Hey!
I didn't expect it to be related to the name.
"A spokesperson for the Zhedong Film Company said that it is well known that Wong Kar-wai had already locked onto the subject of Ip Man and confirmed that Leung Chiu-wai would play the role of Ip Man, and the film was also titled Ip Man: The Grandmaster."
"But the name of the movie produced by Oriental Entertainment is "The Grandmaster: Ip Man."
"This behavior is extremely despicable."
"Healthy competition is actually a good thing. Different methods of shooting the same subject matter will produce different effects. But now even the title of the film is copied. It is really too shameless."
The spokesperson also stated:
"Yip Wai-sun is a very good director and would not resort to such a drastic measure."
"It is a pity for the Hong Kong film industry that the boss of this film, Huang Baiming, is a senior and also a member of the Film Association, to allow such a thing to happen."
Good guy.
It's like pointing at someone's nose and scolding them.
You are no stranger to Zhedong Film, the company of the famous director Wang Sunjing.
The attitude of international big directors is different, no wonder they dare to criticize so much, but if I remember correctly, when Wang Jiawei just stepped into this circle.
Huang Baiming.
He's still his boss.
Li Luo blinked and continued to watch the report.
"The reporter checked the information and found that Wang Jiawei had indeed started preparing for the theme of Ip Man as early as 01, and confirmed the title and the cast of the film in 02."
"But everyone is aware of the speed at which Sunglass King prepares for filming."
"Huang Baiming's speed."
"Everyone knows it clearly."
"Faced with Huang Baiming, a quick shooter who had experienced the era of flying paper boys, it is very likely that before the Sunglasses King who had prepared several years in advance could even start cooking, the Happy Ghost would have already served the dishes and started the meal."
“It’s no surprise that Zhedong Films is furious.”
"Regarding the content of the two films, I believe there should be no plagiarism."
"But the names are indeed too similar, and there is a suspicion of rushing to take the film and register it. This is like a thorn in the side of Zhedong Films. No matter how they promote it, it will only be a favor to Oriental Entertainment."
Li Luo raised his eyebrows slightly.
He really didn't know there were so many things behind it.
As far as I can remember, King of Sunglasses and Leung Chiu Wai did collaborate on a movie called "The Grandmaster", which also tells the story of Ip Man.
It's bad enough that we have worked hard to dig out a subject with commercial value, but now the movie name has been directly stolen. Even though the order is reversed, there is no problem in saying that it is exactly the same.
Now Zhejiang East Film is getting anxious and angry.
Also normal.
All the attention and market reaction have been snatched away, and anyone would be anxious.
"Shh."
He put away the newspaper in his hand and strode towards the monitor.
He hesitated for a moment.
Zhao Xuejing resisted the urge to follow.
This kind of thing is not something you can get involved in.
Lynn Hung next to her was also not idle. She grabbed her cell phone and quickly hid in a corner of the set. For her, the most urgent thing was to clarify to someone that what was reported in the newspaper was nonsense.
The two people's hurried steps made the originally peaceful crew suddenly filled with a tense atmosphere.
Li Luogang came to the monitor.
I saw Huang Baiming answering the phone with a very gloomy face.
Come on!
It seems that the other party is also fast in receiving information.
"What's the matter?"
Taking off the monitoring headphones, Ye Weixin looked at Li Luo blankly.
next moment.
The newspaper was handed to him.
After quickly scanning the report, Ye Weixin scratched his nose in embarrassment.
This reaction.
Li Luo burst into laughter.
It seems that the other party is clearly following the trend.
"Arlo."
Huang Baiming gritted his teeth and hung up the phone, forcing a smile.
He had noticed the newspaper and quickly organized his words to try to explain something.
"Content." Li Luo pointed at the newspaper and asked directly, "Tell me the truth, does the movie involve plagiarism?"
"No!!!"
Now Huang Baiming feels justified.
“I didn’t copy it.”
Ye Weixin adjusted his glasses and whispered, "You know Wang Jiawei's habits. He said he has been preparing for several years, but he may not be able to produce a usable script. Where can we copy it?"
“Definitely an original script.”
This guy's eyes were very frank and he spoke the truth.
People in the industry know that with Wang Jiawei's style of doing things, it is very likely that he will not be able to produce a script even if the film officially starts shooting, let alone now that it is in the preparation stage.
Even if Huang Baiming wanted to copy.
First of all, there must be a script for him to copy.
"Aluo, listen to me."
Huang Baiming swallowed his saliva and said quickly: "In fact, it is normal for the subject matter to collide. After all, Ip Man is Bruce Lee's master. Everyone can see the gimmick and commercial value."
"Stop."
Li Luo waved his hand to interrupt him.
Under the eager gazes of the two, he twitched his lips and said, "Let's discuss how to respond. Try to make this matter bigger, preferably to the point where everyone knows about it."
"what?"
Huang Baiming looked a little confused, and asked stumblingly, "Do you have any objection?"
In his opinion.
Who knows how angry Li Luo will get.
It has been six or seven years since Zhedong Films announced the launch of the Ip Man project. At that time, Li Luo had just entered this circle and it was normal for him not to know the situation. He had not revealed this secret before.
This situation is somewhat unfair.
Therefore, he had already discussed with Ye Weixin that the main focus at that time would be to appease Li Luo.
did not expect.
The other party actually wants to make a bigger fuss.
"No comment."
Li Luo glanced at him and laughed cheerfully: "Anyway, I'm not the one who behaves despicably and shamelessly, and I'm not a pity in the industry. The more I curse, the more money I make."
"What's there to be unhappy about?"
"Pfft~"
Seeing Huang Baiming dumbfounded and almost jumping up in anger, Ye Weixin couldn't help but burst out laughing.
He waved his hand.
Li Luo turned around and left leisurely.
You get scolded anyway.
I make money.
In the entertainment industry, being black and red is also red.
Now the situation is that you are the only one in black.
I follow Hong!Li Luo couldn't think of any reason not to make a big deal out of it.
Anyway, the only thing people can find fault with is the name of the movie, so it won't be a big deal to change it when the time comes. Before that, it would be best to tie it up with Wong Kar-wai and pull it into the news as much as possible.
It makes movie fans curious.
I am curious about what the subject matter is that has attracted the attention of big names in the industry.
Thus.
Needless to say, the publicity effect is great.
As for whether Wang Jiawei was wronged or not.
Ok.
Mind your own business!By the time Li Luo returned to his seat, the news that the crew boss was criticized by his peers in the industry had spread like wildfire. Gossip and scandals always spread at the fastest speed.
Seeing Huang Baiming's angry face, the staff who got wind of it didn't dare to breathe.
Another short while later.
Xiong Dailin also returned to her seat with a confused expression.
Pursing his lips.
She sat down.
The expected jealousy and anger did not happen at all. Instead, I just got a simple "Oh". Then he said he wanted to go watch the horse racing, and then the phone was hung up.
Xiong Dailin stood there for a few minutes before she put away her phone with difficulty.
Until now.
She hasn't recovered yet.
"continue?"
Looking at the girl who looked a little confused, Li Luo tapped the script.
"it is good."
Xiong Dailin quickly regained her composure.
But her smile is even uglier than Huang Baiming's.
Along with this big news, there was also a surge of vehicles arriving. Looking at the excited faces in the cars and the cameras in the arms, even the people at Shengqiang Film and Television Base, who had seen a lot, were still shocked.
However, despite this, strict venue control quickly stopped the reporters.
As a producer.
Huang Baiming quickly responded.
When the reporters instigated him, he stated with an unwavering expression that the name of the film had nothing to do with Wong Kar-wai, and that it was only because the investors thought Ip Man was a master that they used that name as the film's title.
Huang Baiming also emphasized that he did not understand where the Zhejiang East Film Company's remarks came from.
We reserve the right to pursue claims for damage to our reputation.
The news that he lied with open eyes and put the blame on others quickly spread back to Hong Kong Island.
When I see the news.
Wang Jiawei was so angry that he almost dropped his sunglasses!The two Hong Kong film companies interacted with each other and quickly attracted the attention of their peers in the industry.
After all, they all come from powerful backgrounds.
The curious reporter contacted King of Sunglasses, but to his surprise, he not only accepted the interview, but also complained continuously.
"The famous director complained."
“Complaining about unfair market competition.”
"As for Lee Lo, who plays Ip Man, Wong Kar Wai also said that his acting is excellent, but there is a clear gap between his acting and that of Leung Chiu Wai, which is obvious to all."
“So there’s no pressure whatsoever.”
“I have 100 percent confidence in my work.”
What do you think of this?
It seems to be praising Li Luo.
In fact, they first pulled him in and then stepped on him. Not only did they continue to fire at Huang Baiming, they also pulled the male lead of the movie into the battlefield.
As soon as the news came out, the media went into a frenzy.
The reunion of the SPL crew is no joke. At that time, it led a trend of action movies. The start of filming of Ip Man had attracted much attention. In the past two days, the Internet has been filled with news about the start of filming of Li Luo's new action movie.
I didn’t expect that I would be attacked by industry leaders right after the press conference for my new drama.
If I remember correctly.
Li Luo is not a pushover either.
The reporters who had just dispersed from Shengqiang Film and Television Base quickly turned around, excitedly stepped on the accelerator and returned to their original place, once again blocking the entrance of the film and television city.
At this time, Li Luo's phone, which was being filmed on the set, was nearly blown up.
His face turned dark instantly.
I didn't expect that the sudden attack would hit me.
Liang Chaowei, who has won nine Best Actor trophies, including the Cannes Best Actor, the Hong Kong Film Best Actor, and the Golden Horse Best Actor, is certainly not someone he can challenge now, and the public does not think they can challenge Liang Chaowei either.
But facts are facts.
Even if everyone thinks so, it doesn't mean you can point it out at will.
That look of gnashing teeth.
Huang Baiming had to bite his back teeth hard to hold back his laughter.
Let you watch the show.
"Do not laugh."
Glancing at him calmly, Li Luo said in a hostile tone, "If you dare to laugh, I will have to learn some moves from the producer when we shoot the fighting scenes later."
There is no rush to respond.
Filming is much more important than talking nonsense!Li Luo cursed under his breath, stood up and went to the filming location, leaving behind the producer and director who were enduring a slight twitch in their shoulders.
The filming continued until the afternoon.
The reporters finally waited for Li Luo to finish filming.
Facing the numerous recording pens, Li Luo first apologized for being filming, and then responded with a smile: "Everyone knows that Liang Chaowei, Jialing and I are good friends."
"We always play cards together when we have nothing to do. My card skills are much better than theirs."
"Ah."
Under the reporters' chuckles and eager eyes, Li Luo's face quickly straightened: "Besides, I am not familiar with Director Wong Kar-wai and have never dealt with him. I have no idea where the dispute between him and Mr. Wong Pak-ming came from."
“This whole thing is inexplicable to me.”
"how to say!"
"It's like I've been shot in the face even when I'm lying down. If you have something to say, just talk about it. Why do you drag me into it? You think I'll be terrified and that I can't hear you. You're flattering me but actually criticizing me.
"I'm just confused, what on earth is he thinking about doing?"
"Picking on the weak?"
"Sigh~~~"
The reporters collectively gasped and were so excited that they could hardly hold the recorder.
This taste is just right.
"Feel sorry."
Li Luo shrugged his shoulders and looked at the camera steadily: "I can only say that Director Wang, you have chosen the wrong person. As a senior in the industry, if you have the ability, you can compete with Mr. Huang."
"Don't be so sarcastic with me."
"I won't accept this."
He pulled his arm back again, clenching his palm into a fist while whistling: "After all, the subject matter is the same. Since it's a kung fu movie, it has to speak with fists. Let the audience see who fights better!"
The reporters were so excited that they pressed the shutter buttons frantically to capture the sight of him raising his fist.
Li Luo nodded slightly.
He turned around and got on the crew's vehicle, and sped away as the reporters chased him excitedly.
"If anything goes wrong, you'll be responsible!"
Li Luo returned to the car and slapped Huang Baiming on the shoulder, causing the guy's smile to freeze instantly.
Yawned.
He sat down next to Lynn Hung again.
"you"
The latter swallowed hard and asked in a low voice: "Aren't you afraid of offending Wang Jiawei?"
He is an internationally renowned director.
Countless actors dream of being in the other party’s play.
Even if she had the guts, she wouldn't dare say such things in front of the media.
Li Luo shook his head and smiled.
Squint your eyes and lean back in the comfortable seat.
Not to mention now, even before, he had never thought about working with Wang Jiawei. He was indeed a very good director, there was no doubt about that, but in Li Luo's opinion, he was also a director who destroyed actors.
She was able to really please people in Wong Kar-wai's movies and continue to push her career forward.
There is only one Liang Chaowei.
I have no interest in wasting several years with that guy just to chase a possible award. I have no desire for him, so naturally I am not afraid!As for whether it will offend the bigwigs in the Hong Kong circle or something.
Sorry.
The boss is sitting in the front.
As the vehicle swayed, Huang Baiming replied to text messages one after another with a smile.
That look.
It perfectly illustrates what a smiling tiger is.
(End of this chapter)