Rebirth of Hong Kong - 1978

Chapter 2237
Tsui Hark was a bit greedy this time, he wanted to change the schedule of "The True Colors of Heroes", but he didn't want to mention it to Lin Daoqiu himself.

It would be best if Lin Daoqiu could help him get everything done, and it would be best if he didn't have to do anything.

But it's a pity that Tsui Hark is a bit too much, Lin Daoqiu is not his nanny, so naturally he won't do what he wants.

The next day, Shi Nansheng accompanied Tsui Hark to New Oriental to meet Lin Daoqiu.

Tsui Hark even thought of an excuse for coming to see Lin Daoqiu, the preview of "Ghost Blowing Out the Lantern".

"I'm not in Xiangjiang during this period. The filming of "Ghost Blowing the Lantern" depends entirely on you. You have worked hard during this period."

Tsui Hark's contribution to Lin Daoqiu will never be forgotten, but that doesn't mean he can do whatever he wants.

It is Lin Daoqiu's principle of life to be rewarded for meritorious deeds and punished for demerit, which he will not change easily.

"Mr. Lin is too much of an award. These are all my duties. I just do what I should do well, but as for the effect of the finished film, I don't really have much confidence."

When Lin Daoqiu transferred Tsui Hark to film "Ghost Blowing the Lantern", he repeatedly watched the clips that Lin Daoqiu had filmed before.

Then continue to shoot according to the direction set by Lin Daoqiu.

Fortunately, Tsui Hark didn't start filming from the beginning, but let the film continue in the middle and late stages.

Generally, after this part of the movie is shot, the tone and rhythm of the movie are basically set, and there will be no major changes.

If we change the rhythm of the film at this time, there will be a sense of fragmentation when the film is released, which will make the audience very uncomfortable and feel as if they are watching two films.

"I haven't had time to see the dailies yet. I plan to go and see it in two days before the preview starts."

It's not that Lin Daoqiu doesn't believe in Tsui Hark, but if he waits until the trial screening starts to watch it with everyone, then if there is any dissatisfaction at that time, it will take a while to re-edit and re-shoot.

Originally, Tsui Hark came to Lin Daoqiu today because he wanted to use the pretext of the preview, and then slowly incorporated the "True Colors of Heroes" into it.

But now Lin Daoqiu has to watch the sample before the preview, which somewhat disrupts Tsui Hark's steps.

"The editing work is almost finished, are you worried about any problems?"

This time Tsui Hark managed to get the editing rights of "Ghost Blowing the Lantern" while Lin Daoqiu was away.

If Lin Daoqiu wants to watch it in advance, then the final editing rights may not belong to him.

"The movie "Ghost Blowing the Lantern" is a bit different from the movies you have seen before, so I have to make sure that this movie is presented to the audience according to my requirements."

Lin Daoqiu would not care about Tsui Hark's thoughts, after all, he never said that he would give Tsui Hark the editing rights of "Ghost Blowing the Lantern" at the beginning.

It's just that he came back too late, so Tsui Hark had the opportunity to edit "Ghost Blowing the Lantern".

"If that's the case, then I will go there with Mr. Lin, so I can learn from him."

Tsui Hark naturally didn't dare to refuse, and even if he refused, it would be useless, after all, no one could stop what Lin Daoqiu said.

"Did you come to me today just to talk about the screening?"

Lin Daoqiu looked at Tsui Hark and asked with a smile.

Seen by Lin Daoqiu, Tsui Hark lowered his head in a panic.

"It's the first time for Lao Xu to shoot this kind of special effects blockbuster by himself, so he was very unsure, worried that he would not make this movie well and live up to Mr. Lin's expectations."

At this time Shi Nansheng stood up to help Tsui Hark out.

"Nansun is right. I have been worrying about this issue. After all, I don't have much experience in this area before, so it is inevitable that I will worry."

Tsui Hark hurriedly followed Shi Nansheng's words and continued.

But Lin Daoqiu didn't believe what he said at all.

If Tsui Hark has no experience in special effects movies, he planned, directed and shot "New Shushan Swordsman" back then.

Although "Ghost Blowing Lantern" has made a huge leap forward compared with "New Shushan Swordsman" technically, some basic aspects still haven't changed much.

"Special effects movies are the future trend. From next year, MGM will release at least two blockbuster special effects movies every year. If you are really interested in special effects movies, you can study at MGM for a year or two."

Tsui Hark was studying radio, television and film courses from North America before. His English is very fluent, and there is no inconvenience at all.

If you can go to Hollywood to study for one to two years, your mastery of special effects will definitely be a huge improvement.

Just when Tsui Hark was about to agree, Shi Nansheng next to him suddenly coughed twice.

"Lao Xu and I will go back and discuss this matter."

Shi Nansheng's words immediately dispelled Tsui Hark's idea of ​​agreeing on the spot.

Although he didn't understand why Shi Nansheng said this, Tsui Hark knew very well that the other party must have her reasons for saying this.

Out of respect for Shi Nansheng's thoughts, Tsui Hark nodded quickly.

"Since this is the case, you can figure it out for yourself. If there is any decision at that time, just let me know."

In the end, Tsui Hark failed to change the topic to "The True Colors of a Hero", so he and Shi Nansheng left New Oriental.

After getting out of the New Oriental building and getting into the car, Tsui Hark hurriedly asked.

"Why stop me from studying in Hollywood?"

Shi Nansheng gave his own answer to Tsui Hark's question.

"With your qualifications, even if you go to Hollywood, you can only help others, but if you stay in Xiangjiang, then you are the director..."

"And the headquarters of Magic Studio is Xiangjiang. If you go to Hollywood, I think you are wasting your time."

In Shi Nansheng's view, it is impossible for Tsui Hark to become a director when he goes to Hollywood, and even if he does, it will take two years.

If this is the case, it is better to stay in Xiangjiang and honestly shoot the movie he wants to make. Even in Shi Nansheng's view, maybe Lin Daoqiu will start shooting special effects movies in Xiangjiang next year.

Looking around the people around Lin Daoqiu, there are basically no other directors who can direct special effects movies, or have a foundation in special effects movies except Tsui Hark.

If Tsui Hark leaves, Lin Daoqiu will definitely consider retraining some directors, and Tsui Hark's advantages will disappear.

"Hollywood's big productions are basically six to seven times more than Xiangjiang's, and blockbusters are even [-] to [-] times. I think even if I stay in Xiangjiang and have the opportunity to direct special effects movies, it is still far behind Hollywood. gone."

Although Shi Nansheng's thoughts are all for the sake of Tsui Hark, but he himself thinks that instead of staying in Xiangjiang to shoot those blockbuster films that are not blockbusters, it is better to go to Hollywood to learn how to make real blockbuster films.

(End of this chapter)