Hong Kong Entertainment: The King of Kung Fu

Adjani gave birth to a daughter.

Yang Ye looked at this mixed-race child with a complicated mood.

This little guy has soft black hair and fair skin with a hint of pink.The small facial features are very delicate, and the eyes are big, with a touch of light blue.

Adjani gave her a nice name, Hélène, which is transliterated as Elena, meaning shining, bright light.

Yang Ye followed this idea and gave her the Chinese name Yang Xi.

During this period, Yang Ye put aside everything and personally took care of the mother and daughter, washing bottles, changing diapers, and making meals for Adjani every day. She was very busy, which made Adjani very happy.

A month later, the afternoon sun shone into the living room through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows. Yang Ye walked slowly with little Elaine in his arms, gently patted the swaddle, hummed children's songs, and coaxed her to sleep.

Adjani looked at this heartwarming scene and suddenly said: "I really hope days like this can continue."

Seeing that little Elian had fallen asleep, Yang Ye gently put her into the cradle, walked to Adjani, put his arm around her shoulders and said, "Only after experiencing separation can we have the joy of getting together. Ours The cultural differences are too big, and if we are together for a long time, we will become completely different. I promise you that I will take time to accompany you mother and daughter every year."

Adjani said: "Are you leaving?"

"I have to go to Cannes first, and then I'm going back to Hong Kong."

"Jelena and I will miss you."

"I'll miss you too!"

The two said, kissing each other.

……

Cannes!

Every May, movie lovers from all over the world gather in this small town.

Hotel prices will also skyrocket.

Travelers who cannot afford hotels will sleep on the streets with tents.

Fortunately, the warm sea breeze of the Mediterranean is blowing, so even sleeping outside is very comfortable.

The morning sun had just risen, and the two young men got out of the tent. They found a nearby faucet and started brushing their teeth and washing their faces.

One of these two young men is called Chen Baisheng and the other is Shu Qi.

They were originally editors of the film magazine "Close-Up", which was founded in 1975 by Hong Kong director Tang Shuxuan.

Tang Shuxuan is the granddaughter of the great warlord Tang Jiyao. She runs a movie magazine not for profit, but purely for personal interest and to communicate with movie lovers.

A few months ago, Tang Shuxuan got tired of playing and decided to quit the film industry and immigrate to the United States. Naturally, "Close-Up" magazine ceased operations.

Chen Baisheng, Shu Qi, Liu Zhihua and others took over the magazine, renamed it "Movie Biweekly" and continued to publish it.

They are all a group of artistic young people who love movies. Their biggest wish is to do their best to unite and promote Hong Kong's film culture.

At the same time, the magazine's position is that it is an opinion magazine that will help the public decide on choices and express their own views on film matters through impartial opinions.

In the original time and space, this magazine continued to be published for 28 years until it ceased publication in 2007, witnessing the history of the prosperity and decline of Hong Kong movies.

None of them had much money, and the magazine had little sales, so they decided to make big news.

I heard that "The Swordsman" directed and starred by Yang Ye was shortlisted for the Cannes Film Festival and was selected as the opening film.

They spent their savings, bought two plane tickets, and came to report on the scene.

Since they couldn't afford hotels, they slept in tents.

Two years ago, "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" won the Palme d'Or and caused a sensation in Hong Kong.

They thought that if "Swordsman" could achieve greater success this time and they sent back first-hand reports in a timely manner, their magazine would surely become famous.

I bought two hot dogs for breakfast on the side of the road and walked while eating. Soon I came to the exhibition hall of "The Swordsman" and saw a long queue of people waiting to pick up tickets outside.

Hong Kong movies were so popular, and both of them felt a little excited and proud. They smiled at each other and started working.

One is responsible for taking photos, and the other conducts random interviews with passers-by.

"Hello, can I interview you?"

"Are you Chinese?"

"Yes, we are from Hong Kong and are editors of a film magazine."

"OK!"

"May I ask why you came to watch this movie?"

"Oh, I'm a fan of Nick. His movies are great, but he hasn't starred in a movie for two years. I heard that a new movie will be released this year, so I couldn't wait to fly from the United States to Cannes to see it!"

"Which Yang Ye's movie is your favorite?"

"Of course it's "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". They're flying in the bamboo forest. It's so cool. I heard that "Smiling Proud Wanderer" is also about the same theme. Can you tell me what the story is? ?"

"They are all adapted from China's excellent martial arts novels. "The Swordsman" is roughly about a knight with a free and easy character..."

"Xiake, what is that?"

"Characters like Robin Hood and Zorro."

"Oh, that's cool!"

……

The two immediately interviewed a few passers-by and saw that people were already coming to the "Swordsman" exhibition hall.

Chen Baisheng looked around and said, "It seems that Mr. Yang is not here?"

Shu Qi said: "A big star like him should only show up during the red carpet ceremony."

"Shall we go over for an interview?"

"go!"

The two of them walked towards the exhibition hall. Chen Baisheng said: "It seems that there are fewer and fewer stars in Yang Shao's movies."

Shu Qi said: "Yes, "Shaolin Temple" is a debut film, "Fist of Heroes" and "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" all have big-name stars. Except for Chen Sisi, the leading actors in "Alien" are all newcomers to auditions. "Fast Food" "Che" was made specifically to praise the Hong Jingbao brothers, and "The Swordsman" is all about newcomers."

"Why do I feel like he is making movies just to flatter people?"

"Yeah, didn't he set up a management company and sign a lot of artists? If these people are promoted, he can make money."

The two were chatting and approached the booth. They saw Guan Zhilin dressed up and handing out flyers, so they stepped forward and said, "Miss Guan, can I give you an interview?"

Shu Qi didn't know Guan Zhilin, but he was considered an insider. She had a glimpse of Guan Zhilin in "ET" before, so he still knew about it.

We also know that Guan Zhilin is the heroine of "Swordsman".Guan Zhilin said in surprise: "Are you from Hong Kong?"

Shu Qi smiled and said: "Yes, I am the editor-in-chief of "Film Fortnightly". I came here specifically to report on the Cannes Film Festival. Your "Swordsman" is the opening film, so of course we want to do an exclusive interview."

He said and took out one of his business cards.

Guan Zhilin took it out and saw that it was true.Although she has never heard of this magazine, it specializes in movies, so it would be good if she could be interviewed.He said: "Okay!"

Shu Qi was about to ask a question. Guan Shan, who was sitting in the exhibition hall, saw his daughter talking to two Chinese people, so he came over and asked, "What's the matter?"

Guan Zhilin said: "Daddy, they are from a magazine and want to interview me."

Guan Shan looked at the name brand and said suspiciously: "I have never heard of this magazine."

Shu Qi said quickly: "Hello Guan Sheng, I didn't expect you to come to Cannes. Our magazine used to be called "Close-Up", but the name was changed recently."

Guan Shan nodded and said, "I've heard of "Close-Up", it's run by Tang Shuxuan, but if you want to interview it, you need the permission of the director. He's not here for the time being."

Shu Qi asked: "Didn't Mr. Yang come to Cannes?"

Guan Shandao: "Of course he will come, but he is discussing business in Paris for the time being. When he comes, I will pass on your interview request. You can leave a phone number."

Now Shu Qi and Chen Baisheng were embarrassed. They were living on the street, where did they get the phone call from?

Seeing that they were silent, Guan Shan asked strangely: "What's wrong?"

Shu Qi said bravely: "To be honest, we have spent all our savings just to run the magazine. This time we came to Cannes and slept in a tent."

Guan Shan let out an ooh and said clearly: "Tang Shuxuan's "Close-Up" was not originally intended for profit, and it will be hard for you. Come back in three days!"

The two said goodbye to the crew and left. Chen Baisheng complained: "How can you tell the truth?"

Shu Qi said helplessly: "Then how do you answer? At least it means that we are sincere."

Chen Baisheng said: "Oh, actually I know that, but you said that Miss Guan's disdainful expression after we slept in the tent made me feel really uncomfortable."

Shu Qi said: "We are in the media. We don't have to worry about other people's eyes or attitudes. Getting what we want is the most important thing."

Chen Baisheng was convinced: "I'm really not as good as you in this regard!"

"People are under the eaves and have to bow their heads."

……

In the evening, Chen Baisheng and Shu Qi finally waited for their own performance.

The two of them took the tickets, lined up, and entered slowly, feeling a little excited. After all, apart from the crew of "The Swordsman", they were probably the first Hong Kong people to watch this movie.

When they walked into the theater, they were packed with people of all colors, yellow, white, and black, speaking various languages. It was very noisy, but Shu Qi and Chen Baisheng felt very proud.

After the two of them sat down, one of them took out a small notebook and prepared to take notes while reading.

Soon, everyone fell silent. In the vast night sky, a little boy flew into the sky on a bicycle and passed by the moon. Then the Chinese and English LOGO of Baiyang Pictures appeared!

The two looked at each other and smiled, it was officially time to change the title sequence.

As the first movie with a global box office of over [-] billion Hong Kong dollars, "ET" is very appropriate for Poplar Pictures to use its classic scenes as the company's title sequence.

However, both of them felt a little regretful. It would be more perfect if this landmark film was not a science fiction film, but a kung fu film with local characteristics.

At the beginning of the main film, the two discovered that the film did not start filming according to the original story of the massacre of the Fuwei Escort Company, but started from a different beginning, starting with the theft of the "Sunflower Book".

A simple thing was quickly finished, and then the opening credits came out.

Shu Qi was surprised to find that the words in the opening subtitles were all written by Jin Yong.Jin Yong's handwriting is a bit crooked and not necessarily very good, but he is still considered top-notch among novel writers.

Jin Yong's novels have been adapted into various film and television works since the 50s. This is the first time that he personally inscribed the title of a film.

That's all. It's a bit outrageous that even the subtitles of the starring, screenwriter, and director are all written by him.

Shu Qi whispered: "It seems that Jin Yong attaches great importance to this movie!"

Chen Baisheng said: "Jin Yong should be taken seriously. His novels were originally only circulated in the Chinese world. As a result, the news that Yang Ye was going to film "The Swordsman" just came out, and Japan's Kadokawa Bookstore approached Jin Yong to sign a contract to sell his novels. The novel was translated into Japanese. Now the movie has been filmed and it has become the opening film of the Cannes Film Festival. This is equivalent to Jin Yong using the power of Yang Ye to put his novel on the world stage. What does it mean to write a few words? What if I Jin Yong, I wrote the ending for him."

In fact, they both thought too much. This matter was entirely caused by Jin Yong himself.

Xia Meng called Jin Yong and asked him to help write the title of The Swordsman, and Jin Yong immediately agreed.

When Xia Meng sent someone to pick it up the next day, he found that Jin Yong had written all the opening subtitles of director, producer, starring and screenwriter.

When Yang Ye found out, he almost laughed out loud. He was so embarrassed.

In the original time and space, Xia Meng opened a "Blue Bird Film Company". When he was producing the movie "Homecoming", he had no idea about the title, so he called Jin Yong and asked him to help think of a name.

Jin Yong thought for a whole night, thought of fifteen film titles, spent another day picking and choosing, and finally selected the title "Homecoming".

Does Xia Meng know that Jin Yong licks him?Of course she knew, she was not a fool.But when it comes to using Jin Yong, he is not merciless!

Women are all the same, whether they are a true goddess like Xia Meng or a big slut like Lin Xianer.

Even if you want to arouse your own licking dog, you will not be merciful and will not have the slightest psychological burden.

After all, not only does the dog licker do a good job, but he is also willing to do it without any reward, even if he pays back, so why don't you use him?
……

The two continued to look down.

I found that this movie inherited some things from King Hu’s martial arts films, such as walking.

The characters rush between mountains and rivers, blending into the natural scenery.

The natural scenery along the Trans-Taiwan Highway is very beautiful, and paired with soothing music, it will not make people bored.

Then various people arrived at the Lin family dyeing workshop and started the plot of the East Factory besieging the Lin family.

Chen Baisheng and Shu Qi discovered that Yang Ye had completely changed the original work, and so far, although it is not ugly, it is not very clever, and they don't know how Jin Yong agreed.

You know, Jin Yong hates it when others change his plot.

Finally, the movie reached its first climax, and the song "A Laugh in the Sea" made Chen Baisheng and Shu Qi's blood boil.

Who would have thought that this simple song, written in pentatonic scale, would turn out to be such a classic. It really echoes the sentence in "Music", "Great music must be easy"!
When the song "La la la la la, la la la la la..." was sung in the movie, Chen Baisheng and Shu Qi suddenly felt like their souls were enlightened. Something deep in their hearts seemed to be activated, and they started humming along inexplicably.

In a place like a movie theater, the biggest fear is that someone will start a joke. Even if it is a very cold joke, once someone laughs, they will immediately start laughing.

Music has no national boundaries. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know what you are singing. Once you tune the tune and listen to it, you will naturally resonate with it.

So Chen Baisheng and Shu Qi couldn't help but "la la la la la", and the whole theater started to "la" too!

"La-la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la..."

In an instant, the theater became a sea of ​​joy. (End of chapter)