During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 773 "Bouquet" - Filming Begins with Explicit Performances

In the film market, it took 12 days for "Gone Girl" to surpass the 5 million yuan mark at the box office, reaching 5.08 million yuan.

However, March is a relatively slow period for film releases, and the overall market potential is limited. As a result, the daily box office revenue for this film has already fallen below 3 million.

Even so, with more than half a month left, there's absolutely no problem for "Gone Girl" to break the 7 million yuan mark at the box office.

As March draws to a close and April is approaching, the promotional campaigns for films scheduled for release, including those slated for the May Day holiday, have already begun.

Among domestic films, the most high-profile is undoubtedly "My Sunshine," adapted from a popular TV series, which naturally attracts a large audience.

With the addition of a star-studded cast including Huang Xiaoming, Tang Yan, and Yang Ying, the film is indeed very attractive to movie fans!

Secondly, there's "Helios," starring Jacky Cheung and Janice Man. Media Asia and Studio City put a lot of effort into its promotion and publicity, after all, it's a 2 million investment!
As for Wu Jing's "Wolf Warrior," to be honest, even though he has a strong box office appeal now, no one in the industry is optimistic about it, because war is such a niche subject.

Among the imported films, the most eye-catching is "Furious 7".

Not only does it have the added bonus of being a film series, but it also features the participation of Chinese actor Zhu Yilong, and there's the added hype of the protagonist Paul's passing!
There's a premonition in the industry that this film might become a stumbling block for domestic films in April, paving the way for the May Day holiday release!
Meanwhile, Wei Jin and the crew of "Love Like a Bouquet" held a low-key opening ceremony.

Despite the lack of a grand press conference, the enthusiasm of the media reporters remained undiminished.

Are you kidding me? Asia's richest man wrote, directed, and starred in a romance film with top international actress Jing Tian. How could the media possibly miss such a hot topic?

Especially in the past month, Mr. Wei has kept a very low profile and has hardly given any interviews, making him extremely newsworthy!
At this moment, Wei Jin was surrounded by the media, and microphones with their logos were almost shoved into his mouth, causing the scene to briefly get out of control.

It was only through the cooperation of producer Chen Xi and the on-site security personnel that the reporters' restless hearts were finally calmed down, and the interviews began in an orderly manner.

"Director Wei, what is the story of 'Love Like a Bouquet'?"

"This is a love story where a bouquet of flowers collides with reality, and withers between ideals and compromises."

"So what's the difference between this kind of youth campus romance film and 'You Are the Apple of My Eye'?"

"They're different. If 'You Are the Apple of My Eye' is a recollection of a beautiful past, then 'Love Like a Bouquet' is."

"Director Wei, why did you want to star in this role yourself?"

"I consider myself a decent actor; who knows, I might even win an award with this film? Hahaha!"

After a few routine questions, the topic suddenly became more pointed.

"Director Wei, with your current achievements, why do you still need to make such a low-budget youth romance film?"

Hearing this question, Jing Tian felt somewhat guilty, because it was all because of her that her husband had lowered himself to make such a film.

"My fellow journalist, it is precisely because I have achieved what I have today that I can choose to shoot whatever films I want. Otherwise, wouldn't all these years have been wasted?"
As for the overabundance of youth-themed films and television shows, and the criticism they've received from the industry, I think you wouldn't doubt that I would film those melodramatic scenes, would you?

"But don't you think this is a sign of complacency? Top directors like Cameron and James didn't rest on their laurels."

"Excuse me, how old are you, reporter?"

Despite being interrupted by Wei Jin and his puzzling question, the reporter honestly replied, "I'm thirty-five."

"Look, I'm only 32 years old and I'm already the richest man in Asia. My producer, Chen Xi, is also a group director. Why aren't you?"

"Pfft."

A burst of suppressed laughter rippled through the room, and the reporter who had asked the question blushed red from the retort, but Wei Jin did not continue his aggressive questioning.

"So what I'm trying to say is, just be yourself. Comparing yourself to others is a sign of immaturity and will only cause you more trouble."

As for what you mean by resting on one's laurels, perhaps you'll find out in a few months when my new film project is approved.

I wonder what this reporter thought, but the others were already getting excited. Wei Jin has a new film?!

And judging from the implication of those words, it's most likely a big production!

Before they could even ask, Chen Xi had already started chasing them away.

"Dear reporters, that concludes today's interview. Thank you all."

The media was very efficient, and the relevant reports quickly appeared on the entertainment news pages.

"The youth romance film 'Love Like a Bouquet,' written, directed, and starring Wei Jin, and featuring internationally renowned actress Jing Tian in the lead role, began filming today in Beijing."

"Love Like a Bouquet"—A tribute to those loves that withered between ideals and compromises!

"Renowned director Wei Jin jokingly said that he has good acting skills and is likely to win an award for this film!"

Director Wei Jin has revealed details of his new film for the first time, suggesting it may be slated for release in the second half of the year. Further information is needed.

Looking at the news online, besides some female celebrities being envious of Jing Tian's treatment again, many more people began to look forward to it.

According to the customs of the Wei and Jin dynasties, a film that glorifies women is bound to be a big-budget production, and this has been the case for many years.

Big productions, with their intertwined interests, often involve open auditions, which presents an opportunity.
Li Chun, Cheng Yi, and others who were on set were also very clear about this principle.

So even though they didn't have any scenes to film on the first day of shooting, they were still very enthusiastic and stayed on set, ostensibly to learn.

Wei Jin didn't pay much attention to this, focusing all his attention on filming.

Because he had a lot of scenes to film this time and was unable to be in two places at once, Wei Jin specially invited Lu Yang, who was still working on the script for "Brotherhood of Blades 3", to come and help.

Although this guy talks a lot and can be a bit annoying, they actually work quite well together. Especially since he's more outspoken than Guo Fan, he can make Wei Jin aware of shortcomings and improve the film's quality!

While the crew was setting up the set, Wei Jin and Lu Yang discussed the details of the first scene, including camera movement, angles, and transitions.

He then looked at Jing Tian, ​​who was eager to try out her skills on set, and asked, "Tian Tian, ​​how's the preparation going?"

"no problem!"

Jing Tian smiled sweetly and made a peace sign with her hand, clearly looking forward to the upcoming filming.

Thank God, it's been almost 10 years since "How Long Will I Love U" until now, and I can finally act with the man I love. We're still the first love couple from our school days.

The script is full of sweet scenes, just thinking about it makes me happy.

She had already decided that after each day's filming, she would send Liu Yifei some behind-the-scenes footage to make her envious—who told her to provoke her back when they were filming "Star Fortune"? Humph!

"Boss, Director Lu, everything is ready."

Upon hearing Chen Xi's words, Wei Jin nodded and walked towards the executive director, while Lu Yang went behind the monitor, picked up the megaphone, and perfectly executed the sense of ceremony!

"Attention all units, one minute countdown on-site, check and confirm!"

"Lights are in place."

"The props are ready."

"The extras are in position."

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As a series of sounds rang out, the production assistant appeared in front of the camera.

"Love Like a Bouquet, Scene 1, Shot 1, Action."

Today's filming scene is the one where the male lead confesses his love to the female lead, taking place in a traditional-style restaurant in the capital. The waiter misread the order and delivered the wrong dish, but Wei Jin and Jing Tian still kept the ice cream.

"It looks delicious."

In the video, the two exchanged a knowing smile, then simultaneously picked up their phones, turned on their cameras, and pointed them at each other.

"Xiao Wen".

Wei Jin looked at Jing Tian on his phone. In the close-up shot, his eyes were full of tenderness, as if the girl in front of him was his everything.

"Ah."

"Will you be my girlfriend?"

In the surveillance footage, Wei Jin perfectly captured the cautiousness of a socially awkward college student confessing their feelings for the first time, fearing rejection.

Jing Tian then looked up from her phone, slowly raised her head, and revealed a beautiful and healing smile.

"Yes, I'd love to!"

"Crack!"

After the call to stop, Lu Yang looked back.

It wasn't that he had any complaints, because the plot was simple and the actors' performances were impeccable, but he needed to check if any of the other extras had any inappropriate performances.

After checking, Lu Yang gave an OK sign, "No problem, this one's done, let's move on to the next one!"

In fact, the story of "Bouquet" is not complicated. It simply records a young couple accompanying and supporting each other as they leave school and enter society.

From the initial cautious approach and expressions of affection, to the natural progression of getting together and talking about everything, to the eventual parting ways and drifting further and further apart.

Overall, the drama lacks strong conflicts and contradictions, as well as obvious highs and lows, and it doesn't have those melodramatic plots about abortion and infidelity.

Therefore, thanks to the tacit understanding between Wei Jin and Jing Tian, ​​who have known each other for over 10 years, the filming of the two days went quite smoothly.

At this time, the Film Bureau also announced the latest batch of approved and registered films.

After being reprinted and reported by the media, two of them caused a great stir in the industry.

According to the official website of the Film Bureau, the Republican-era fantasy martial arts film "Monk Comes Down the Mountain," directed by Chen Kaige and starring Wang Baoqiang, Aaron Kwok, Chang Chen, Fan Wei, and Lin Chih-lin, obtained its public screening license today.

Producer Chen Hong has officially announced that the film is scheduled for release this summer, hitting theaters nationwide on July 3rd!

"This is the first martial arts epic by Palme d'Or winner Chen Kaige, featuring a cast of many talented actors from Mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. It's definitely worth looking forward to."

Undoubtedly, even after suffering multiple setbacks, the Palme d'Or, one of only two in China, still allows Chen to maintain his prestige.

Since the news spread, many production companies have been considering scheduling issues. Given a choice, no one wants to work with a big-name director!
However, compared to the production companies' focus, the artists in the industry are more concerned about another piece of news.

According to the official website of the Film Bureau, "Detective Chinatown" has completed its information filing.

"Movie: Detective Chinatown; Total investment: 80 million."

Production companies: Shanhe Media and Fiber Optic Pictures;
Directors: Yan Fei, Peng Damo; Screenwriter: Wei Jin;

Main cast: Wang Baoqiang, Liu Haoran, Ni Ni, Tian Yu, Xiao Yang, Qin Hao, Zhang Zifeng

Right now, the film and television industry and the internet are in chaos, simply because the casting result has exceeded most people's expectations.

"Damn, Wang Baoqiang is truly a chosen one! 'Monk Comes Down the Mountain' just finished, and he already has another big production, and he's the pre-selected male lead! Just how much does Boss Wei think highly of him?!"

"Honestly, if it weren't for Boss Wei's firm sexual orientation and Wang Baoqiang's really bad appearance, I would have started to have second thoughts."

"What's up with Liu Haoran? Does he have such a powerful background? So many celebrity offspring can't compete with him?"

"Rumor has it that she's a student who was admitted early to the Central Academy of Drama, in the 2015 undergraduate acting class, and her class advisor will be Zeng Li."

"Wow, the directors at Nima Shanhe Media really are all from the same lineage. The male lead is from a humble background, the second male lead is a student applying to the Central Academy of Drama, and the female lead is also not from a professional acting background."

Of all the main actors, only Xiao Yang is from the Beijing Film Academy, and he's not even in the acting department. Tsk tsk tsk, the Beijing Film Academy must be really suffering.”

Wei Jin had no time to pay attention to the outside disturbances, because the crew was about to have an important scene in the first half of the film.

The male and female protagonists, deeply in love, engage in various sweet interactions, and today they are about to take that step.

Compared to when filming "Starship Troubles," where the passionate scenes were mostly depicted through camera work, this scene is undoubtedly much more explicit.

"Hurry, hurry, it's almost here."

The quirky and mischievous assistant, Chen Yuqi, seemed to thrive on chaos, her eyes gleaming with excitement.

Although she and Wei Jin have been together many times and she knows the man's physique very well, seeing him "interact" with the "Jin Girl" on set is still quite attractive.

Unfortunately, Boss Wei didn't have any penchant for showing off. Especially when he saw that Fu Guihua's snow-white swan neck had already been tinged with a blush, he, still wrapped in a bathrobe, directly ordered Chen Xi to clear the area.

"Huh? We have to clear the area?"

Upon hearing the producer's order, Chen Yuqi pouted, clearly dissatisfied.

The rest of the crew were also rooted to the spot and didn't want to leave at all, especially Li Yitong and Hu Bingqing.

These two girls have been with the company for over a year and haven't yet received the boss's favor. However, they've heard some senior colleagues mention in private that the boss has an incredibly good physique, the kind that makes women involuntarily clench their legs.

Even if there are protective measures underwater, and you're not actually naked, at least you can see his powerful abs the moment he enters the water, which is a nice treat, isn't it?

"Alright, stop dawdling and hurry up, don't delay the filming."

Seeing that Fu Guihua's face was getting redder and redder, Wei Jin directly displayed the authority of a great director, and only then did the onlookers reluctantly leave.

While the crew was clearing the set for inspection, Wei Jin glanced at the setup. At his request, the bathroom had been re-tiled with orange and white square tiles.

These warm-toned tiles are not commonly used in typical family bathrooms, but they represent warmth and subtly suggest that the couple is deeply in love.

There are also many other subtle details used later on, such as the use of real-life scene tones and camera rendering to hint at the stages of the male and female leads' relationship.

Wei Jin believes that once the film is released, it will definitely attract a lot of in-depth analysis from film critics, and even provide a lot of help for the film's box office and awards.

"action!"

After checking that the lighting, camera positions, and sound equipment were all in good order, Lu Yang, behind the monitor, gave the order, and filming officially began for the day.

The surveillance footage shows Wei Jin and Jing Tian embracing in the bathtub.

Wei Jin's hair was wet, with bath foam on it, but what attracted the most attention were his broad shoulders and part of his pectoral muscles with well-defined muscle lines.

Of course, Fu Guihua's figure is also very eye-catching, with her well-defined collarbones, exposed shoulders, and subtly revealed cleavage, all of which are quite alluring.

Their eyes met, and a thin thread of longing stretched between them, just like when they first tasted love in North America.

Gradually, the two drew closer until they embraced and kissed.
P.S.: Most scenes in "Bouquet" will be filmed near Beijing. This was a mistake in the previous statement and has been corrected. Please be aware.

(End of this chapter)