Hong Kong Entertainment: The King of Kung Fu

Chen Yulian walked into Yang Ye's office feeling a little anxious.

"Young Master Yang, are you looking for me?"

Yang Ye frowned and said, "Why did you even talk about it? Are you so different from me?"

Chen Yulian suddenly felt embarrassed and defended: "No, it's just... you are my boss!"

"Look, isn't it nice of you to say that? Don't be so polite to me in the future, do you hear me?"

"understood!"

"We haven't seen you for so long. Do you miss me?"

"what?"

Chen Yulian panicked. Since "The Swordsman" was released, she and Yang Ye had only met occasionally in the company a few times, and Yang Ye had no special expression for her.

The days went on like this day by day, and she thought this incident would just pass.

Unexpectedly, Yang Ye suddenly sent someone over to call her again.

She was a little nervous when she came in, wondering if Yang Ye would bring up the old things again.

Seeing her flustered posture, Yang Ye couldn't help but stand up, walked to her side, raised her chin, transformed into a domineering president, and kissed her petal-like lips.

This was not the first time the two of them kissed. Chen Yulian was a little flustered at first, but soon responded enthusiastically.

After kissing for a while, Yang Ye let go of Chen Yulian with satisfaction.

Chen Yulian's face was blushing and her eyes were panicked. The kiss just made her confused and infatuated, but Yang Ye knew that she had a boyfriend. Such a relationship...

She struggled for a while, then plucked up the courage to say, "Can we not..."

"I'm going to see Mr. Jin Yong tonight, you come with me!"

Before Chen Yulian finished speaking, she was interrupted by Yang Ye, who also said that she was going to see Jin Yong. She couldn't help but wonder: "What are you doing to meet Mr. Jin Yong?"

"ATV is about to start filming "Dragon" and I want you to play Wang Yuyan. This is ATV's first Jin Yong drama. I hope the casting can be approved by Jin Yong, so I will take you to meet him."

"Who is Wang Yuyan?" Chen Yulian said she had never heard of it!

"It's Wang Yuyan, the heroine of Tian Long Ba Bu. Jin Yong changed her name. Our "Dragon Ba Bu" adopts a new plot of Jin Yong's revised version of the novel, which is a little different from the original one."

Since Yang Ye gave a lot of opinions to Jin Yong's revised version, Jin Yong is seriously considering it and making choices, so the current revised version of the novel has not yet been released.

Yang Ye's version of the TV series directly adopts the content of the revised version, which not only respects the original work, but is also more innovative for the audience, killing two birds with one stone.

"Oh!"

Chen Yulian agreed, but she couldn't say what she just wanted Yang Ye not to do to her like that.

"Let's go!"

Yang Ye said, opening the door in front of him.

"Ugh!"

Chen Yulian followed him and couldn't help but sigh.

Let’s find another opportunity to talk about it later...

Yang Ye first took Chen Yulian to Lishi Studio to try out the look.

Chen Yulian put on a costume specially customized for her, then changed her hairstyle, and immediately turned into a pure and pure fairy sister. Yang Ye was stunned.

This woman is naturally suited to ancient costumes, and modern clothes cannot bring out her beauty!

Yang Ye praised: "There are gods and men living in the mountain of Miaogushe. Her skin is like ice and snow, and her body is like a virgin. She does not eat grains, but breathes wind and drinks dew. Alian, you are my fairy sister!"

Chen Yulian was a little embarrassed by his praise and couldn't help but feel shy.

At this moment, a young man walked into the studio and shouted to Yang Ye: "Young Master Yang!"

Yang Ye turned his head and said with a smile: "Young Master Rong, long time no see!"

That young man was Zhang Guorong. Zhang Guorong said: "No, I just met him a few days ago!"

"That was a meeting with my colleagues from ATV, so it doesn't count!"

"That means I haven't seen you for a long time. I heard that you often go to my shop to help out, but after I joined Lishi, I rarely care about the shop."

"Your clothes are of good quality. I always have my clothes custom-made there."

"Thank you very much for your patronage. By the way, General Manager Huang asked me to come to the studio and asked me to see you. What's the matter?"

"Now ATV is preparing to start filming Jin Yong's drama. The first one is "Dragon". I think your temperament is very suitable for playing Duan Yu. I wonder if you have the confidence to play this role well?"

Zhang Guorong's character is like the boss of heaven and the second child of me. They are crazy about each other. Hearing this, he immediately put on a posture that he would rather me than anyone else, and said confidently: "Of course I have it!"

Yang Ye nodded: "Then let's try pretending first!"

Zhang Guorong agreed, nodded to Chen Yulian, and went to try on costumes.

Jin Yong was deeply influenced by Western learning. When he first started writing novels, he used a lot of techniques from Western novels and movies, even to the point of direct plagiarism.

For example, the section about Zhou Zhongying's murder of his son in "The Book of Swords and Enmities" blatantly copied the French writer Mérimée's "Mateo Falcone".

The revision opinions given by Yang Ye clearly pointed out this point. You copied it too obviously.

Later, Jin Yong changed the killing of his son to manslaughter. Although the traces of plagiarism were a little lighter, the impact of the plot was far less.

Later in his career, Jin Yong's skills became more and more profound, and the techniques and characters of Chinese classical novels were gradually integrated into his novels.

The two most important protagonists in "Dragon", Duan Yu and Xiao Feng, were born out of the classics "A Dream of Red Mansions" and "Water Margin".

Duan Yu's prototype is Jia Baoyu, and Xiao Feng's prototype is Wu Song.

Jia Baoyu's "infatuation" with Lin Daiyu is exactly the same as Duan Yu's "infatuation" with Wang Yuyan.

When Jia Baoyu met Lin Daiyu for the first time, he blurted out, "I have seen this sister before." Duan Yu bowed his head to Wang Yuyan when he first saw her, calling her "fairy sister," which was similar in approach but similar in purpose.

As for Xiao Feng and Wu Song, they are more similar. Not only are the characters similar, but the plot of Madam Ma killing Deputy Gang Leader Ma is copied from Pan Jinlian's poisoning of Wu Dalang.

Jinlian wanted to have a fight with Erlang, but Erlang refused, and Dalang died. Mrs. Ma also wanted to have a fight with Brother Xiao. If Brother Xiao refused, Brother Ma would die.

Therefore, when Yang Ye chose the actor to play Duan Yu, he asked to look like Jia Baoyu.

Not only is he a noble son, but he is also lustful, smart, naughty, and has the appearance of a boy and a girl...

From this point of view, there is no one more suitable than Zhang Guorong.

He was born into a wealthy family, but his family was in decline. He often showed a sense of infatuation in his later film works, such as Ning Caichen in "A Chinese Ghost Story".

He drives as soon as he speaks. He is a real experienced driver.    In fact, Leslie Cheung also played the role of Jia Baoyu, although it was only a Category III film.

Leslie Cheung's appearance as Jia Baoyu in the movie is first-rate.

No need to act, just very similar.

Not long after, Zhang Guorong put on his costume and came out.

As soon as this guy came out, he consciously stood next to Chen Yulian, put his arm around her shoulders and said, "Mei Lian plays Wang Yuyan, right? What, are we a perfect match?"

When he came up, they put their arms around each other, making Chen Yulian very embarrassed. Yang Ye wanted to say, Damn it, take your hand away.

But forget it, this guy has this kind of character, why should I argue with him?

He nodded and said: "Yes, let's take the makeup photos. I'll treat Jin Yong to dinner tonight, you guys come with me!"

When taking pictures, I had to pose in a few affectionate poses, which made Yang Ye's balls ache.

Out of sight, out of mind, Yang Ye asked them to film first while he went to discuss the plot with the production team of "Dragon Movie".

……

This is the first time that "Dragon" has been filmed as a TV series. ATV attaches great importance to it and has sent out the strongest lineup in Taiwan.

McDonald's serves as the producer, Xiao Sheng serves as the chief director, and Xiao Ruoyuan serves as the screenwriter.

Xu Xiaoming, Li Huimin, Lai Shuiqing, and Du Qifeng serve as executive directors.

Du Qifeng followed Yang Ye as a recorder and ran errands for many years, and now he finally became a director, although he was only filming a TV series.

Since he is Yang Ye's airborne force, no one dares to underestimate him.

Several people were having a meeting about screenwriting and casting, and Yang Ye walked in.

As soon as he came, he waved his hand and said: "You keep driving, I will listen, don't worry about me!"

But he is the boss and a talented movie screenwriter. How could everyone ignore him?

McDonald said: "Mr. Yang, thanks to you, we got the revised version of "Dragon Movie" that has not been published yet. As for the screenwriting, you are a master. I wonder if you can give me some advice?"

Yang Ye looked at Xiao Ruoyuan and asked, "What do you think of A Yuan?"

Xiao Ruoyuan thought for a while and said: "I think Xiao Feng's story line is more attractive. His story should be extracted and turned from dark to bright, and he should be the leading actor. As for Duan Yu's role, it can be deleted appropriately."

Yang Ye patted the table and praised: "Wow, in the novel Tian Long Ba Bu, the story on the surface begins with Duan Yu leaving home and ends with his return home. But in fact, the story begins with Xiao Feng's birth and ends with his suicide. of.

Moreover, Xiao Feng's popularity is much higher than that of Duan Yu. It is very smart to choose Xiao Feng as the leading actor. Ah Yuan, you are worthy of being a master screenwriter, I admire you! "

Xiao Ruoyuan said: "Young Master Yang, you are too generous!"

Yang Ye continued: "But if you want to extract Xiao Feng's story line, then you have to consider the rhythm of the TV series. The novel "Tian Long Ba Bu" has complex characters and multiple lines simultaneously, using "Water Margin" The writing style of "Hengyun Broken Mountain". This writing method is extremely difficult, and it will be very messy if you are not careful. Even Jin Yong can only do it reluctantly. If you disrupt Jin Yong's rhythm, you have to control yourself again. The rhythm!”

Xiao Ruoyuan has scripted a large number of popular dramas and is very proud of himself, but Yang Ye goes straight to the core as soon as he speaks, which he has to admire. He said: "Young Master Yang really hit the nail on the head, I will definitely be cautious."

Yang Ye looked at the pile of photos on the table and asked, "Are you casting?"

McDonald nodded and asked, "What do you think, Mr. Yang?"

Yang Ye flipped through the pile of photos, pointed at a very cute little girl and asked, "What's this girl's name?"

McDonald took one look at it and said with a smile: "Her name is Li Saifeng. She just joined ATV this year and plays Yang Yaman in our upcoming drama "The Love of the Earth". I think she is very talented and I plan to let her play Zhong Ling!"

Yang Ye gave a like: "She looks very cute and plays Zhong Ling well!"

Yang Ye flipped through it casually again, put down the photo and asked, "Duan Zhengchun's wives, don't you have any candidates?"

McDonald said puzzledly: "They are just supporting roles, and they don't have many roles. There's no need to care, right?"

Yang Ye shook his head: "Duan Zhengchun and his wives are definitely the highlights of this show. Duan Zhengchun must find a well-known old handsome guy to play. His wives must all be beautiful women, and finally It’s good to be a well-known one, even if it steals the spotlight, it doesn’t matter!”

Both McDonald's and Xiao Sheng said they couldn't understand. Is this... necessary?

Moreover, you don’t pay attention to the protagonist, but these supporting characters? What kind of trick is this?

How did they know that this was just Yang Ye's bad taste.

Duan Zhengchun's wives in the 03 version of Tianlong compete one by one, and they are not inferior to Duan Zhengchun's daughters at all.

Now it's Yang Ye's turn to produce "Dragon". Of course he has to compete with the 03 version of Tianlong.

Yang Ye thought for a moment and said, "I will hire these actors. Duan Zhengchun will be cast by Guan Shan. Duan Zhengchun's princess Dao Baifeng will be cast by Guan Shan's wife Zhang Bingqian."

McDonald asked strangely: "Aren't they divorced? Can they still act together?"

Yang Ye shook his head: "There is no divorce, it's just a conflict between the couple. Zhang Bingqian went to the United States. The current relationship between their two parents-in-law is the same as that of Duan Zhengchun and Dao Baifeng in the play. They just take this filming opportunity to relax."

Xiao Sheng said: "Then we still have to go to the United States to invite Zhang Bingqian back?"

Yang Ye said: "I'll just ask their daughter Guan Jiahui to invite her. Don't worry, we can handle it!"

Zhang Bingqian was a famous beauty from the Great Wall Film Company in the past. Asking her to come back will add a lot of color to "Dragon Movie", so naturally everyone has no objections.

As soon as Yang Ye took action, it was Guan Shan and Zhang Bingqian. McDonald and others were very curious about who Duan Zhengchun's other wives would be. They must not be ordinary people.

Yang Ye continued: "Mu Wanqing's mother Qin Hongmian needs a more heroic image, so I will ask Zheng Peipei to make a guest appearance."

Everyone is convinced. It's just a supporting role. You want the Queen of Tuma Martial Arts to play it?

"Zhong Ling's mother, Baby Gan, I will invite Shangguan Lingfeng to make a guest appearance."

Shangguan Lingfeng is a martial arts queen as famous as Zheng Peipei, one of Hu Jinquan's royal team, and she is also the Golden Horse Award for Best Actress.

"A'Zhu and A'Zi's mother, Ruan Xingzhu, is very charming, but also a bit naughty and shrewd. I will invite Chen Sisi to make a guest appearance!"

Well, the three princesses of the Great Wall are here, and you, Mr. Yang, have a lot of face!

"Mrs. Ma is actually Pan Jinlian. I will invite Hu Jin to come out!"

Hu Jin was a popular Shaw Brothers porn star in the 1970s. She specialized in romantic films and won with her coquettish charm. Wen Juan, who was still a student at the time, had a nosebleed after watching her performance in "The Golden Vase".

Hu Jin has now faded out of the film industry, but she is Li Hanxiang's goddaughter, and Li Hanxiang is Hu Jinquan's brother. Yang Ye only needs to tell Hu Jinquan to ask her to come out, and it is not a big problem.

"The last one is Wang Yuyan's mother Li Qingluo. We must find a stunning beauty to play this role. I will give it a try, please...Xia Meng come out!"

Yang Ye's words were shocking, and everyone was shocked.

If Xia Meng can be invited out, this "Dragon Movie" can make Jin Yong happy.

Speaking of which, apart from Yang Ye, there is really no one else in Hong Kong who can do this.

Yang Ye said with a smile: "I used my personal connections to invite these people to come here as guest stars, so you don't have to worry about the cost. How about it, are you all satisfied with my casting?"

You have made such a big move, what else can anyone say? They nodded together: "Satisfied, very satisfied!"

Yang Ye touched his chin and said: "Damn, I want to play Duan Zhengchun!" (End of Chapter)