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Chapter 862 Keanu Reeves

The company's affairs were almost dealt with, and Gu Wei's plane took off from Beijing to France to start his journey to shoot "John Wick 4".

In fact, the crew started filming earlier, but the first thing they shot was Keanu Reeves' personal scenes.

For example, the scene at the beginning of the movie where John Wick chases The Elder in the desert and kills him was shot in the Wadi Rum Desert in Jordan.

This kind of scene had nothing to do with Gu Wei, so he naturally didn't need to go there.

"Boss, how long will this shoot take?"

"It will take more than two months."

"That means we have to celebrate the New Year in France, but that's not bad either. We should be able to watch the Spring Festival Gala in Paris, right?"

Gu Wei glanced at Yang Chaoyue, who had been chattering since getting on the plane.

“It’s watchable, but the two months I mentioned is the time it takes for the crew to wrap up filming.

You don’t have that many scenes, so you can finish filming in more than half a month.

This is because we cannot concentrate on filming your outbound scenes, otherwise it would take a few days.

You have plenty of time to go back to China to celebrate the Spring Festival and watch the Spring Festival Gala."

Gu Wei brought Yang Chaoyue with him on this trip.

The other party played his sister in the movie, a tool-like role, with not many scenes, and the shots she appeared in were a bit fragmented.

"Hey, I'm not in a hurry. I finally have the opportunity to make a blockbuster movie. I can stay in the crew for a while and learn from you, the boss."

"Didn't the company arrange any work for you during the period around the Spring Festival?"

Yang Chaoyue shook his head: "No, Mr. Yang said that the most important thing for me now is to make this movie with my boss.

Everything else can be put aside.

I thought I could take this opportunity to rest for a while. I heard that our drama was shot all over the world, so I can just treat it as a trip."

After saying this, she raised her head slightly, as if she was imagining this pleasant journey.

Gu Wei looked at Yang Chaoyue and nodded slightly. He had no objection to the other party's lazy behavior.

"Did Yang Liwen tell you that you will have another movie with the same role?"

"I mentioned it before, saying that I should shoot it with you, boss, but I didn't get the script, so I was a little confused."

Gu Wei thought for a moment and explained to her, "The play hasn't started preparations yet, and the script was just completed not long ago, so it's normal that you didn't get it.

To put it simply, we will use the character settings from "John Wick 4" and shoot a new movie separately.

It’s just a whole new story.”

Yang Chaoyue's eyes turned: "Am I the heroine in that new movie?"

Gu Wei smiled and said, "I guess so. Have you ever seen Taken? The plot is similar to that one."

He pointed at himself and then at Yang Chaoyue: "Brother, rescue your kidnapped sister."

"Understood!

Isn't that the same as the plot in our movie, where I was kidnapped as well."

“Of course it’s different.

The main plot of this movie is the conflict between John Wick and the High Table, and the plot of "Lin Wei" played by me will eventually be merged into the main plot.

Your role is even lighter, basically just to explain why "Lin Wei" started to obey the villain's orders and fight John Wick.

The new movie is entirely about the two of us.

Your kidnapping and my rescue of you is the main plot."

Yang Chaoyue nodded: "I understand. Anyway, I am going to be kidnapped no matter what. It feels pretty miserable!"

Gu Wei was also amused by her.

"Don't think too far ahead. How are you preparing for the scene we're about to shoot?"

Yang Chaoyue patted his chest confidently and said, "Don't worry, Boss, there will be no problem!

After I got the script, I have been studying the role, memorizing the lines, and finding a special acting teacher.

You won’t be disappointed when you start shooting! "

"Haha, then I'll see how you perform~"

The flight distance from Beijing to Paris is about 8500 kilometers, and a direct flight takes about 10 hours.

When he first boarded the plane, Yang Chaoyue was full of energy and kept chatting with Gu Wei.

After a while, she felt a little bored and tired, so she said hello and went to sleep in the bedroom at the tail of the plane.

There is a 7-hour time difference between Beijing and Paris. Gu Wei and his crew took off during the day and flew for more than 10 hours before landing in Paris when it was still bright.

After arriving in Paris and joining the crew of "John Wick 4", Gu Wei first met with the producer from Lionsgate and the director of the film, and then the real centerpiece of this film series - Keanu Reeves.

This man can be said to be a legendary Hollywood star. The movie "The Matrix" he starred in was popular all over the world, and the name of the savior "Neo" is known to everyone.

Although they didn't know each other before, Gu Wei has always had a certain liking for Keanu Reeves.

As far as he knows, Keanu Reeves is a very generous person who values ​​friends very much.

When filming the first "The Matrix" film, Keanu only took 1000 million US dollars and 10% of the profit due to uncertain box office prospects before its release. As a result, the film's global box office of 4.63 million made him a profit of 5600 million.

In the subsequent two sequel contracts, his share was increased to 15%, with a total income of 1.75 million.

But he believed that the creative staff played the greatest role in the success of a film, so he distributed a large part of the film's salary to the costume and special effects departments, making many people millionaires overnight.

During the filming of "The Matrix", Keanu Reeves became very good friends with Chen Hu, a martial arts instructor from the Yuen Clan.

Later, in order to promote Chen Hu, he even directed a movie "Hero of Tai Chi" himself, letting Chen Hu play the protagonist and himself playing the villain.

It’s a pity that Keanu Reeves is a good actor but not a good director.

“Hello, Keanu, it’s great to be working with you!”

The two men met, shook hands and exchanged a few words.

Keanu Reeves was also very polite to Gu Wei.

“Gu, I’ve heard your songs.

Although there aren’t many, every song is a classic and very nice to listen to! ”

"Which one do you like best?"

“The melody of Dance Monkey is very pleasant, and people can’t help but dance along; the rhythm of Natural is strong and powerful.

But my favorite is [Sold Out].

I feel like there is something sacred in the melody of this song, and it can inspire people like a war song! ”

Keanu Reeves has a full beard and looks a little old at the age of 58, but he is in good spirits and has a very kind smile.

The atmosphere of their first meeting was very friendly and they had a great conversation.

Keanu Reeves said he liked Gu Wei's music, and Gu Wei said he used to particularly love watching his "The Matrix".

The Lionsgate producer also breathed a sigh of relief when he saw this scene.

The "John Wick" series has reached its fourth installment, and Keanu Reeves can be said to be the absolute central figure of the movie.

Just like Robert Downey Jr. is to Iron Man, Johnny Depp is to Captain Jack Sparrow.

Gu Wei is their chosen partner and the key figure in pushing the fourth film in the series to another level.

If the two people don't get along, it will be a nightmare for the filming of the movie.

But now it seems that the first meeting between the two was quite harmonious, and there was a sense of mutual appreciation between them.

I just hope that the two protagonists can maintain this relationship in subsequent filming.

There was no filming on the first day of joining the crew. After getting to know people from all walks of life, Gu Wei and his group returned to the hotel to settle down.

"Boss, are you a fan of Keanu Reeves?" Yang Chaoyue asked curiously.

"Why do you think so?"

"It's rare to see you being so enthusiastic towards a male star you just met. I wouldn't be surprised if you were this way towards a popular Hollywood female star."

After hearing this, Gu Wei slapped Yang Chaoyue on the head in annoyance.

"What do you think about in your little head every day?

Is this how I look to you? "

Yang Chaoyue covered his head and muttered quietly: "I have been your assistant for two years, don't I know what you are like?"

"What are you talking about?"

"Ah, no. Boss, you must have your reasons for liking Keanu Reeves!" Yang Chaoyue said innocently, blinking his big eyes.

Gu Wei nodded.

"I have a really good impression of him, partly because of Neo in The Matrix, and partly because of him."

“Himself?

Is there anything different about him?

I heard that Hollywood stars have very messy private lives, much more complicated than the domestic entertainment industry."

Gu Wei smiled and said, “You’re right, but Keanu Reeves is a little different.

When he was not filming, he lived a life almost like an ordinary person, often wandering aimlessly on the streets alone, dressed casually and unkemptly, with no bodyguards or staff around him.

At one point he was even seen sitting on the street chatting and drinking with beggars.

So people nicknamed him the 'Hollywood Wanderer.'"

"A top Hollywood star like him would be like this, isn't it just his character setting?"

As a beneficiary of the "koi" persona, Yang Chaoyue has a deep understanding of how celebrities build their own personas.

Gu Wei shook his head: "Probably not.

He is well-known in Hollywood for his eccentricity.

This kind of personality most likely stems from his tragic life experience.

Keanu Reeves' life experience is no secret. He was born in a problematic family, and the shadow of his childhood made him attach great importance to his family and friends.

As a result, when he was in his early 20s, his best friend in life died from drugs.

He was devastated.

When he was in his 30s, he and his girlfriend gave birth to a daughter, but the child died at birth.

This was not tragic enough. The following year his girlfriend also died in a car accident, and Keanu Reeves personally carried the coffin at the funeral.

Not long after, his sister was diagnosed with leukemia, so he donated a large sum of money to several hospitals specializing in leukemia."

After hearing what Gu Wei said, Yang Chaoyue frowned.

“I felt that I was unlucky enough because my family was poor when I was a child, but I never thought that such a big star like him could have such a miserable experience!

Now that I think about it, at least my parents are still alive and in good health.

Since I joined the company a few years ago, I have been earning more and my family's conditions have been getting better and better.

I am much luckier than him.”

"That's why you should cherish your current life more, work hard on filming, and give your family a better life," Gu Wei said with a smile.

Filming "John Wick 4" was Gu Wei's first collaboration with a Hollywood team. He was a little uncomfortable at the beginning, but he completely got into the groove after a few days.

There isn't much literary drama in this movie, and the story is very simple, with the highlights basically all focused on the fighting and killing.

Most of the scenes shot by the crew every day are fights and gun battles, and Gu Wei, who has a strong physical fitness, is particularly good at this.

When he was filming "Operation Mekong" a few years ago, he was already familiar with various firearms, and action scenes were the first area that Gu Wei came into contact with. He had very exciting fighting performances in his first film "The Blade of the Assassin".

Although the fighting style in "John Wick" is not the same as that in "Blade of the Assassin", it does not affect Gu Wei's performance. His skills are shown neatly in the camera, with a unique rhythm, which makes people feel that this person must be a master at first glance.

"Ka! Very good, passed!"

Inside the venue, the director's voice came from the loudspeaker, and the actors who had fallen to the ground got up one after another.

"Sorry, are you okay?"

Gu Wei also stood up and extended his hand to Keanu Reeves.

The other person was lying on the ground, and the person holding his hand was pulled up.

The two of them just filmed the scene where "Lin Wei" meets "John Wick" for the first time and fights with him.

Lin Wei killed everyone in John Wick's home turf and knocked down the opponent after a series of battles. At this time, a third-party killer appeared and he let John Wick go.

“Your action scenes are really beautiful, with a smooth and flowing feeling.

Do you really know Kung Fu?"

Keanu Reeves stood up, brushed the dirt off his body and asked curiously.

“I don’t know Kung Fu, but the action scenes look good because I practiced well in previous filmings.

The first movie I made in my life was a martial arts film. I got up early every day to practice weapons and boxing and kicking routines just to make the movie look good.

It turns out that it really works, and I have benefited a lot from it over the years!"

Gu Wei explained with a smile.

“I’ve also practiced Kung Fu routines!

I became his disciple 20 years ago when I was filming "The Matrix".

Maybe I’m too old now and my body can’t keep up, I feel my movements are not as smooth as when I was young.”

"Haha, my friend, this is not a problem for you.

You are John Wick, a master with a gun!"

After chatting with Keanu Reeves for a few words, Gu Wei walked to the rest area nearby.

Agent Yang Dan stood beside him.

"How's things going back home?"

“The premiere of [Yang Jian: The Legend of the Condor Heroes] held today was very successful.

Many celebrities came to show their support.

Boss, the VCR you recorded in advance was also played at the premiere.

The company has also made marketing arrangements, and tomorrow there will be a large number of film reviews praising the movie online."

Gu Wei nodded.

“We have basically done everything we can before the movie is released, and now we just have to see how [Yang Jian] performs in three days.

I don’t expect to reach the level of Nezha, but if I can make 20 to 30 billion and keep the reputation, then this Fengshen animation universe will be truly established!”

After saying this, he thought of something and instructed Yang Dan, “Please post a Weibo in support of [Yang Jian] on my account, and don’t forget to post on TikTok.

Just use the VCR I recorded earlier."

Gu Wei currently has the most Douyin fans on all platforms, and his Weibo fans are also among the top ten. His publicity effect is still very good.

"Ok!"

"By the way, I'll post another Weibo to promote Watergate Bridge. I'm starring in this movie, so I can't be partial to one over the other."

Gu Wei had already informed Yu Dong before going abroad to film, so the promotional roadshow for "Watergate Bridge" was led by Xu Ke and other actors.

Apart from him, another leading actor Wu Jing did not go on the roadshow. He has been filming on the set of "The Wandering Earth 2" and only attended the premiere of "Watergate Bridge".

(End of this chapter)