The King of Directors 2000

Chapter 650 Booting up

August passed and September came.

The temperature in New York has dropped a lot in recent days. From time to time, clouds cover the sky, and it looks like it's going to rain.

On Shakespeare Avenue, the crew of "Joker" is setting the scene.

They have obtained a permit to shoot on this street and will choose two days to shoot here in September, October, November and December.

The plot is that the male protagonist Arthur goes up and down a long ladder.

Most of the time, Arthur stepped onto the long ladder with a heavy heart. Only the last time, he killed his former colleague Randall, painted a clown costume, put on a red suit, and then went to the TV station to participate in a talk show. He was dancing down the long ladder.

Different seasons, different weather conditions, different image effects.

In order to achieve the best effect, Li Shengyao spent eight days filming this plot every month, trying to select the most touching shots.

Across the street from the "Joker" crew, there were dozens of extreme clown fans, a team of police officers, and a group of reporters.

The first is to prevent these people from reporting him for sneaking home during work hours.

In an interview with the New York Times last month, Lee Sing-yew said some very confident things and railed against New York's infrastructure.

Beside the extreme clown fans, several reporters held cameras and took photos from time to time.

Other colleagues took a complete leave of absence to enjoy the sun, the beach, and the beauties.

Leonard smiled, then opened his eyes and said nonsensically, "I heard someone was causing trouble on Queens Boulevard in Manhattan. I'll rush there now."

For a while, "Joker" was very popular in New York.

And Leonard will find an event that doesn't seem to be a big deal, and it seems like he's going to stay on guard, but in fact he's being lazy.

"Hey man, you wanna go?"

At this time, Leonard took a few random photos and fooled the newspaper editor.

In the past, extreme clown fans would throw rotten eggs and even rocks.

When several other reporters saw this, some packed up their things and left, while others hesitated and chose to stay where they were.

Peers are enemies.

Just like now, everyone knows that the popularity of "Joker" has dropped.

As soon as he finished speaking, Leonard left in a hurry, as if he really wanted to catch up on the news.

In fact, he was just going through the motions outside the set of "Joker", taking a few photos, and then going home.

However, in order to better protect the safety of the crew, Warner not only hired security from a security company, but also arranged a team of police officers to keep an eye on the protesting Joker fans opposite the "Joker" crew.

It should be able to be used for editing.

Like Leonard, there are not many reporters left who have been covering the "Joker" crew.

However, clown fans did not dare to resort to force. They raised more banners and wrote more slogans.

It's just that he is different from other colleagues.

Therefore, after the New York Times published Lee Sheng-yew's interview, it attracted a lot of attention. Many people went to the "Joker" set to cause vandalism and protest.

The second is to torment these people and avoid suspicion.

When he put down the phone, his expression became more solemn.

Reporters have been digging for other materials, and there are far fewer reporters standing guard.

Later, he accused the "Joker" crew of extreme clown fans of deliberately hurting people, which immediately calmed many people.

Leonard is one of them. He is a field reporter for the New York Times, and his job is to track the latest and most popular news of the day.

It’s hard to get big news in a short period of time.

Although everything Li Shengyao said about New York is true.

There used to be four to five hundred people protesting in front of the "Joker" set, but now there are only a few dozen people.

Several photos have been taken today, including photos of the "Joker" crew and protesters.

The editor said that there are fewer breaking news on the "Joker" crew now, but frontline employees cannot be lazy. Even if there is no news, they can still create their own news.

With police armed with live ammunition controlling the scene, these clown fans were much calmer.

Leonard said haha, then got up, planning to go home to catch up on some sleep.

However, in September, as the weather gradually turned cooler, the popularity of "Joker" in New York gradually declined.

In fact, this statement is wrong. Workaholics like Leonard also need time to relax.

Leonard got into the car with a smile and was about to start the car when the editor called. Leonard picked it up and continued to communicate with the editor.

When several other reporters saw Leonard leaving, they thought he had some new news and stood up one after another.

However, New York residents are still very dissatisfied. Li Shengyao's words exposed their sense of superiority and made them very angry.

In this case, he would still be considered working at the newspaper office and would be able to receive perfect attendance rewards, and his holidays could be pushed back and accumulated so that he could use them when he really needs them.

Now no one dares to openly provoke.

Leonard had a nickname in the newspaper office, that is, robot, saying that he is a working machine and needs no adjustment at all.

Anyway, Spring and Autumn writing style, as long as the writing is ambiguous, even if the real owner comes to visit, they will not be able to prosecute.

The editor also said that as long as they make big news related to the "Joker" crew, they will receive a bonus.

Leonard heard the editor's words and immediately understood what the editor meant.

It’s not that the newspaper wants to reward them.

It's Warner's competitors who want to cause trouble for Warner and hope that the New York Times will continue to publish unfavorable news about the "Joker" crew. For this reason, they are even willing to give bonuses.

But there seems to be no bad news about the "Joker" crew now.

Just making it up?

Leonard frowned and sat motionless in the car.

It’s not impossible to make up news, it must be able to attract the audience.

At this time, the extreme clown fans made some noise, and Leonard looked over subconsciously.

He then noticed that the words "Heath Ledger" appeared particularly frequently.

Heath Ledger has always been considered by movie fans to be the most charismatic clown actor, and these extreme clown fans are especially respectful.

Heath Ledger became famous in the 08 Nolan-directed movie "Batman: The Dark Awakening."

Leonard thought about it carefully and felt that Heath Ledger was so popular that he might be able to compare it with "Joker".

But he praised it directly, which seemed to have no dramatic effect.

If you want to attract viewers, you must choose a good entry point.

Leonard then thought of Christian Bale, then Nolan.

"Nolan, Nolan, Nolan."

Christian Bale has little relationship with the cast of "Joker".

Nolan also seems to have nothing to do with "Joker".

Just when Leonard was about to explore other entry points, a flash of inspiration flashed in his mind.

Thinking of the relationship between Li Shengyao and Nolan.

These two people have no personal relationship and are definitely not good friends, but they actually have something in common.

At a young age, Lee Sheng-yew was named the most successful film director in the new century by Sight and Sound and Cahiers du Cinema.

And is considered the best young director in today's film industry.

Nolan is considered the best young director in the world today at such a young age.

And Nolan has shot movies that have grossed over a billion dollars at the box office.

His unique realistic style is loved by movie fans. It can be said that Li Shengyao represents art and Nolan represents business.

The media has never compared two people in the past.

A film recognized by three major European film festivals.

One recognized by many Hollywood reporters and film critics.

Which of them is stronger can actually be discussed.

Nolan's "Interstellar" has been filmed and will be released in November this year.

"Joker" will be released probably in October next year.

The two movies were released quite far apart, but even so, "Interstellar" and "Joker" can still be compared together and judge who is better based on the box office of the two movies.

Leonard immediately took out his notepad and wrote this down. The more he thought about it, the more he felt that something was wrong.

New York residents and those extreme clown fans hate Lee Sung-Yew. If you set up a topic at this time and attract Lee Sung-Yew's supporters to argue with Nolan's fans, the topic will attract more attention.

Leonard then started the car. He planned to write news when he got home and try to win the bonus.

……

There is a long staircase between the two buildings on Shakespeare Avenue.

Just above the stairs is the east.

When the sun has just risen, the sunlight is shining from above. The camera is placed in the distance to capture this, which is very artistic.

When Li Shengyao directed the cameramen to adjust the camera position and angle, everyone was very impressed.

Only Emmerich stood aside, frowning tightly.

Today is the day when "Joker" is launched. This place is not like China. It needs to set up a table with chicken, duck, fish, meat and fruits to worship the God of Wealth.

Booting is much simpler here.

It's the director or producer who takes the microphone and says a few words to incite everyone's emotions.

If it is a generous crew, maybe a big cake will be presented.

If it’s a stingy crew, maybe they’ll treat everyone to a cup of coffee.

Some directors and producers are more reserved and don't like to talk. Others are even more simple and don't have a nice word to say except the assistant director announcing the start of filming.

Emmerich is not worried about the opening ceremony. He is more worried about Lee Sheng-yew's mentality.

In recent days, the New York Times has published several pieces of news, all discussing Lee Sung-Yew and Christopher Nolan, debating who is better.

In order to attract readers, the New York Times did not give a clear answer, but asked readers to participate in other matters, asking them to take the initiative to write letters or call to tell them their choices.

Naturally, Nolan won by a wide margin. He received twice as many votes as Lee Sing-yew.

Many Los Angeles and New York news outlets carried the news.

Emmerich was worried that this incident would affect Li Shengyao's condition, so he came over to watch.

At this time, the set workers were ready, and then amid a burst of applause, Lee Sheng-yew took the microphone, said some inspiring words, and finally announced that "Joker" was officially launched.

Then a staff member walked over pushing a four-story cake.

Lee Seung-yew shared the cake with the set workers and actors.

Although he was not a chef, his hands and feet were steady without shaking at all, and everyone got a piece of cake.

After the cake was divided, Li Shengyao ate a small token amount, and then began to take his place.

No one else was ready, so Li Shengyao left alone.

From the bottom of the long ladder, slowly walked up to the top of the long ladder.

He then walked down, just as he did before, walking very seriously and focused.

He is not a professional actor, and he doesn't have many expressions on his face or body movements.

After he got off the long ladder, he thought for a moment and then continued walking.

Let’s just repeat the steps we just took, walking from bottom to top, and then from top to bottom. Walking such a long ladder several times in a row is still quite tiring.

Li Shengyao is strong and strong. He cannot be said to be tired. His body is much warmer.

After Jacques Phoenix put on his makeup and came to Lee Sheng Yew, he took Jacques Phoenix to his location.

Emmerich stood aside, staring nervously.

There is no doubt that Lee Seung-yew is a very focused, responsible and serious director.

But Joaquin Phoenix is ​​a proud man.

If you can't get into his eyes, then all your words will be farts.

Emmerich was worried that Li Shengyao could not control Jacques.

As it turned out, Emmerich's concerns were unfounded.

Jacques faced Li Shengyao, resisted, and followed obediently, just like a primary school student following his teacher, always looking at the teacher.

The two of them moved around like this.

Li Shengyao took Jacques and walked around while explaining the meaning of the plot.

Joaquin has obviously lost a lot of weight, he really looks like skin and bones.

He listened to what Li Shengyao said. After listening, Li Shengyao asked Jacques to practice walking on his own, and Jacques began to try different ways to climb the long ladder.

Sometimes he swayed, sometimes he walked firmly, sometimes he danced gently.

Just as Joaquin danced down the stairs, he failed to stand firm, his body swayed, and he fell down, rolling down two meters.

Many people at the scene were stunned.

Li Shengyao reacted very quickly and immediately asked someone to help Jacques up. Then he called the hospital and asked them to take Jacques for examination.

"Lee, I know my body very well and there's nothing wrong with me."

Joaquin was immersed in the performance and he didn't want to interrupt this feeling.

Furthermore, he felt that he was in good health and was not injured. There was no need to go to the hospital. He just soiled his red suit.

“Man, you have to go, that’s the rule.

Your own feelings don't count, you must have a hospital certificate. This is a responsible attitude toward yourself. "

Li Shengyao heard what Joaquin said and immediately refused without any room for negotiation.

Emmerich stood behind, a little hesitant and worried. He was afraid that Joaquin would suddenly explode.

This Bollywood freak can do anything.

Hearing this, Jacques spread his hands, nodded, and then slowly left, taking the initiative to find a place to sit down and wait for the arrival of the police.

Emmerich was stunned when he saw this.

How could Jacques be so obedient when facing Li Shengyao?

Is this still a Hollywood freak?

He then thought of Li Shengyao's actions just now. It can be said that the handling was very good and timely.

Although Lee Sing-yew returned to the beautiful country to make a movie after a few years, he did not have stage fright and the overall control was very skillful.

Moreover, Li Shengyao handled emergencies very calmly.

Not to mention that Li Shengyao is very diligent, responsible and focused.

Emmerich realized that he was worried in vain, and there was no problem at all on Li Shengyao's side.

She doesn't need to worry about things on the set.

He was relieved.

Then he waved his hand and said, "Li, I'm going back first and waiting for your good news."

"Go."

(End of this chapter)