Extracting skills from movies

Chapter 525 Taking advantage of someone’s misfortune!

Once the shooting started, everyone got busy.

Every day the crew is like a busy construction site, filled with all kinds of noisy sounds.

After a few days, Ju Jueliang's voice became hoarse.

Despite the apparent chaos, filming progressed very quickly.

Especially under the leadership of Du Sheng, every actor's performance was extremely outstanding.

Especially Liu Yifei and the other girls.

Under Du Sheng's supervision for so long, they have made significant progress in their lines and performance skills.

Even amid the hustle and bustle of the waterfall, the lines are still audible.

Although Liu Yifei's crane fist skills are not as good as Liu Shishi's, she has been trained in dance by Liu Xiaoli since she was a child, which makes her quite skilled in martial arts.

As she said, she was able to easily perform the martial arts moves taught by Huang Deli.

Therefore, her interpretation of Xiaolongnu is amazing, whether it is her lithe figure in the martial arts scenes or her gentle temperament in the literary scenes.

Whether it was Zhang Zhizong, Yu Min, Huang Deli or Wang Jinhua, they all praised her.

After gaining recognition from everyone, Liu Yifei's confidence grew day by day.

In fact, she was a little uneasy at first.

After all, there are too many beauties with their own unique characteristics in the play, and she was worried that the role of Little Dragon Girl she played would not stand out.

For example, in terms of acting skills, she knows that she is not as good as Chen Zihan and Tang Yan.

In terms of beauty, Liu Shishi and Yang Mi are not inferior.

But it has to be said that Liu Yifei's temperament and image are very suitable for Xiaolongnu.

It is reasonable that Yang Guo is devoted to her because of her unique beauty.

By the way, after the script of "The Return of the Condor Heroes" was completed, it was shown to Du Sheng.

Du Sheng recalled the complaints of the audience in his previous life about the drama and made some modifications and simplifications to the script.

Compared with the large-scale changes in "The Twin Dragons of the Tang Dynasty", the filming of "The Return of the Condor Heroes" is basically faithful to the original.

Du Sheng mainly made adjustments to some plots in the script that were inconsistent with the characters in the original novel and some that had loopholes in the plot logic.

For example, in the scene where Yang Guo and Cheng Ying took off their masks together, Yang Guo's performance was too frivolous and exaggerated, and he showed no respect for Cheng Ying at all.

This is a huge deviation from the image of Yang Guo in the original work.

There is also the incident where Yang Guo took advantage of Jinlun's rescue of Guo Xiang to attack Jinlun, and attributed the despicable things that Jinlun did in the original novel to Yang Guo.

This adaptation is purely annoying and has caused strong complaints from the audience.

In addition, when Xiaolongnu was seriously injured and dying, Yang Guo did not take her to heal, but instead leisurely arranged candles. This kind of ignoring the logic of the plot in pursuit of romance simply rubs the audience's IQ into the ground.

At the same time, he also deleted the plot where Xiaolongnu ate without paying the bill and destroyed other people's stalls. Isn't this driving away the audience?

I don’t know what Zhang Zhizong is thinking.

In addition, Du Sheng also restored the negative portrayal of Guo Fu in the script to its original form, making it closer to the image in the original novel.

"The Return of the Condor Heroes" has been adapted many times, especially the far-reaching 95 version, which portrayed Guo Fu in various ways as vilified.

This practice is quite common in TVB dramas, with the purpose of highlighting the protagonist.

However, in fact, according to Jin Yong's original work, Guo Fu is not a villain.

She is just a little proud and impulsive because of her privileged upbringing, but she is sincere and straightforward and has never done anything bad.

In terms of beauty, Guo Fu is also at the top in "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

She inherited her mother's beauty, and she and Huang Rong each took one character from each other to form "Furong", which fully reflects her beauty.

The biggest criticism of Guo Fu is that she acted independently and cut off Yang Guo's arm, which damaged her image somewhat.

Considering that this role was given to Liu Shishi to play, Du Sheng certainly couldn't be too negative.

Of course, it generally follows the original work.

Fortunately, his status is different from before. Although Zhang Zhizong was a little unhappy, he still listened to him.

With this change, the rhythm of the whole play is more compact and lengthy and tedious plots are avoided.

As for the design of martial arts movements, Du Sheng discussed with Ju Jueliang and Huang Deli and decided to moderately reduce the use of special effects and light and shadow and add more realistic fighting scenes.

Normally, the fighting scenes in martial arts dramas have to be both realistic and aesthetically pleasing.

To this end, Du Sheng made adjustments during the preparation stage, striving for balance.

Thanks to the thorough preparations, the crew had clear goals and a unified style after filming began.

Coupled with the actors' pretty good acting skills, the entire filming process was smooth and efficient.

As Yang Guo, who has the most important role in the play, Du Sheng's performance is particularly outstanding.

"Very good, very good!"

"I feel that your interpretation, A-Sheng, is even better than Gutian Le..."

In his previous life, the Yang Guo played by Huang Xiaoming was repeatedly criticized by the audience for being too greasy and looking old.

The main reason is that Huang Xiaoming's face looks too mature and it is difficult to interpret the image of a teenager.

In the original novel, Yang Guo was only thirteen years old when he first appeared. Even though he was taken into the ancient tomb by Xiaolongnu, he was only seventeen or eighteen years old when he appeared again.

However, the 28-year-old Huang Xiaoming obviously finds it difficult to reproduce those youthful and naughty characteristics.

In addition, Yang Guo in his youth should have been a 'problem boy' who was aloof, extreme and somewhat inferior.
But Huang Xiaoming's performance was too exaggerated, with him often waving his arms and yelling.

His facial expressions and body language are overly exaggerated, lacking the temperament that Yang Guo should have, and are very different from the image of Yang Guo in the audience's mind.

In comparison, Du Sheng, relying on his younger age and the blessing of "LV4 acting skills", was able to perform it easily.

It doesn't have that slightly greasy feeling like Huang Xiaoming at all, but instead exudes a youthful vibe.

Director Ju Jueliang praised Du Sheng's performance many times, and felt that his appearance was not inferior to Gu Tianle.

And it’s even more agile.

Such an evaluation is undoubtedly extremely high.

You know, the 95 Gutian Music version of "The Return of the Condor Heroes" caused a huge response after it was introduced to the mainland.

This version of Yang Guo is even hailed as one of the most classic images.

However, Ju Jueliang and Yu Min asserted that Du Sheng's performance would surpass Gutian Le.

This may contain a certain amount of flattery, but it also indirectly reflects that Du Sheng's performance as Yang Guo has at least reached a high level.

As for the response after the broadcast, it will ultimately be judged by the audience.

But no matter what, Du Sheng hopes to present the most classic image of Yang Guo to the audience.

If this version can be successfully broadcast and recognized, then he will have achieved the same achievements as the four great martial arts drama protagonists: Hua Tuo, Zhang Wuji, Xu Ziling and Yang Guo.

By then, I am afraid that there will be few male actors in the Chinese entertainment industry who can surpass him in the field of martial arts dramas.

The title of "No. 1 Martial Arts Director" is a foregone conclusion.

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Time flies, and the shooting progresses smoothly.

By the evening of October 10, the crew had already filmed the key scenes.

The highlight of this scene is the plot where Zhen Zhibing defiles Xiaolongnu.

It is worth mentioning that the crew was informed at short notice that the characters in the play will be synchronized with Jin Yong’s new version of the novel.

The most common change was to change Yin Zhiping to Zhen Zhibing.

This was actually a problem caused by Jin Yong.

In history, Yin Zhiping was a Taoist master who possessed literary and martial arts talents, and was diligent and self-disciplined. However, he was given an ignominious role in Jin Yong's novel.

Taoism expressed dissatisfaction with this, so Jin Yong changed the character of Yin Zhiping to Zhen Zhibing.

This temporary change is also based on the same considerations.

The crew moved to the outskirts of the scenic area to prepare for filming.

This scene is probably the one where the audience complained the most about Jin Yong.

After Du Sheng finished reading it, he wanted to kick Zhen Zhibing away:

Damn, let her go and let me come!

Whenever this scene is mentioned on the Internet, there are always people who strongly condemn Zhen Zhibing's despicable behavior:

"A thief who takes advantage of others' misfortune!"

"Jin Yong has grown old and confused, and his reputation has been ruined."

"Bah! Her purity is gone!"

"If reality allows, please call me!"

"..."

Although many people have watched this scene repeatedly, every time they revisit it, the thought of beating Zhen Zhibing will still pop up in their minds.

This is enough to show the importance of Xiaolongnu in the hearts of the audience.

Many people are confused by this plot design and even question why Jin Yong let Xiaolongnu suffer such misfortune.

If you want to know the real intention, perhaps you can only get the answer by asking Jin Yong himself.

Perhaps even he himself could not explain the exact reason.

As for the rumors on the Internet, this paragraph was written by Jin Yong’s friend.

Du Sheng had reservations.

Because the original title of the novel of "The Return of the Condor Heroes" was "The Incomplete Heaven and the Incomplete Earth".

This corresponds exactly to the different circumstances of the two protagonists.

In addition, Xiaolongnu's character is too pure and ascetic, and Yang Guo's feelings for his aunt are more of respect and attachment rather than romantic love.

If nothing special had happened, the relationship between them might have remained vague.

It was this incident that forced the two to face up to their relationship.

From carefree to experiencing vicissitudes of life.

The plots of Xiaolongnu being defiled by Zhen Zhibing and Yang Guo having his hands chopped off were probably written to showcase the aesthetics of tragedy.

It was around six in the evening and night fell.

After Yu Min explained the plot to the actors, filming began immediately.

The first scene filmed was the meeting between Yang Guo and Ouyang Feng, with the latter teaching him the Toad Kung Fu.

This part requires wire suspension.

It took more than half an hour in total.

After finishing the more difficult action scenes, the next part is the most anticipated scene of the night.

Previously, Zhang Zhizong and the two directors discussed whether to add more scenes of ambiguous interactions between Zhen Zhibing and Xiaolongnu.

I think this may attract the interest of a group of veteran drivers.

However, due to censorship considerations, it was ultimately decided to discard this part of the content.

Only the scene where Zhen Zhibing touches Xiao Longnu's face is retained. In fact, this is correct, otherwise it will only increase the disgust.

After a while, the ambiguous grudge between Xiaolongnu and Zhen Zhibing began to unfold.

But the person who actually operated the business was not the actor who played Zhen Zhibing.

Because Liu Yifei didn't want other men to touch her, she specifically asked Du Sheng to take her place.

Therefore, all the lingering and charming scenes presented were created by Du Sheng.

Liu Yifei lay on the grass with a comfortable look on her face, letting a thin black cloth cover her eyes.

"OK, it's your turn, Asheng."

Ju Jueliang sat in front of the monitor and laughed impatiently.

The actor who played Zhen Zhibing tactfully stepped aside and watched with the crowd.

Yang Mi, Tang Yan and other girls who had just finished filming also came to join in the fun.

Although Du Sheng felt that the atmosphere was weird, he didn't want to clear the place.

He walked over to Liu Yifei and squatted down. The girl was not shy at all and was even a little expectant.

If this behind-the-scenes footage were released, it would definitely be jaw-dropping.

Ju Jueliang opened his mouth and gave the order:
"Scene 8, shot 5, take 1, Ation!"

The photographer quickly zoomed in and the camera accurately locked onto Liu Yifei.

Du Sheng gently reached out and stroked her smooth and delicate cheek, caressing it gently.

Liu Yifei felt Du Sheng's touch and involuntarily raised her head slightly, but was immediately stopped by Ju Jueliang.

"Xixi, you can't move now, and yet you maintain your pure and innocent temperament..."

Hearing the laughter of Yang Mi and others, Liu Yifei's cheeks flushed, and she was a little shy:
"Okay, I'll pay attention."

“When taking photos, pay attention to the changes in the environment, and use the scenery to set off the atmosphere.

The light should not be too bright, use the front side light to enhance the three-dimensional effect, expand the charming atmosphere, and then use the side backlight to outline the contour..."

After Ju Jueliang gave instructions and made adjustments once, he still felt uneasy, so he just did it himself.

Zhang Zhizong also came to the scene and walked around a few times, as if he had also become a spectator.

He suddenly noticed that the surroundings were too messy, affecting the layering of the picture, and ordered:

"Sprinkle some smoke to create a fairy-like hazy feeling, understand?"

"clear."

Although the script supervisor was completely confused, he still did as he was told, but he had some grumbles in his heart.

"This scene can only be touched upon briefly, and the audience won't be able to see it if it just passes by?"

Soon after, hazy smoke rose from the set and drifted towards the surrounding woods.

I have to say that the sense of layering has indeed been improved.

Zhang Zhizong looked at the "fairy atmosphere" created on the set and smiled complacently:

"This scene will definitely be watched repeatedly by the audience. It is necessary to create a romantic atmosphere and cannot be neglected."

You really are a pervert!
Don't be fooled by his rough appearance. He has married several wives and is a delicate person at heart. He is indeed something.

Of course, this is not enough to demonstrate his emotional thinking.

Zhang Zhizong particularly emphasized:
“The camera should move from far to near to show the pure and innocent temperament of Xiao Long Nu, so as to highlight the contrast of Zhen Zhi Bing’s vulgarity, so that the audience can be more immersed in the scene!”

Du Sheng and Ju Jueliang froze, speechless.

As a disciple, Yu Min agreed deeply:
"Zong Ge's views are indeed unique. This kind of deception and contrast will definitely make the audience extremely angry."

Just like that, a few people set the tone, and it became a classic that made countless people grit their teeth.

At this time, Liu Yifei was half leaning beside Du Sheng, dressed in elegant white, giving people a pure and unworldly feeling.

When she first appeared on the stage, she captured the hearts of countless young men and women!

From Wang Yuyan to Xiaolongnu, and then to Zhao Linger, Liu Yifei has always been the perfect goddess in the eyes of the audience.

However, after starring in several popular works, she moved from the television screen to the big screen.

In the following years, although she made some progress in the film industry, she failed to create any characters as memorable as before.

This makes many people remember her most vividly because of those classic roles.

Despite this, it is difficult for future generations to surpass it.

At this moment, against the backdrop of the hazy light and atmosphere, Liu Yifei looks like a fairy who has fallen into the mortal world.

She looked at the busy Du Sheng with a smile, with an imperceptible hint of excitement and anticipation in her eyes.

This cute girl seems to have awakened!
Ever since they kissed secretly during the last makeup photo shoot, she would have this expression every time she saw Du Sheng.

A look that was a mixture of desire and admiration, almost undisguised.

Du Sheng gently pinched her pretty face and said with a smile:

"Remember to restrain yourself later. If I get led into a trap by you, I will be responsible for the consequences if I fail."

Liu Yifei blinked and smiled:

"Cousin, isn't it just what you want to do if you can pat me a few more times? You can let me touch you without getting annoyed."

"Little girl, you are courting death."

"Anyway, I've already done it, and you can't do anything to me, hehe."

Du Sheng: “…”

This girl has become more and more unscrupulous. She must have been led astray by Yang Mi.

Yang Mi, who was watching nearby, was picking up her camera, apparently coming up with some weird ideas again.

After a period of preparation, the set was up and running again.

"Action!"

As the filming began, Liu Yifei became serious.

Her expression seemed to show that she was enjoying herself very much, and coupled with her pure and innocent temperament, it was quite picturesque.

This shot is passed in one go.

But in order to ensure quality, Ju Jueliang decided to shoot another one.

After the filming, Du Sheng pulled Liu Yifei up and cleaned the weeds off her body.

"Cousin, please check the collar to see if there is any grass debris stuck in it."

Liu Yifei naturally took his arm and lowered her head to ask him to help check the itchy area on her neck.

While she wasn't paying attention, Du Sheng picked up a piece of dogtail grass and tickled the back of her neck, making her giggle.

"No, no, haha, cousin, please stop scratching me... spare my life!"

Liu Yifei was tickled by Du Sheng so much that she bent over with laughter, and was completely powerless to resist.

"Xixi, don't be afraid! I'll help you--"

Seeing this, Yang Mi, Tang Yan and others joined the battle with bright eyes.

But their target was actually their own sisters.

"Ha ha……"

Liu Yifei was no match for Du Sheng and laughed as she lay in his arms, but she still couldn't avoid being tickled.

After some laughter and joking, the clothes of several young sisters were a little messy, and Du Sheng was also affected.

The onlookers who witnessed this scene all smiled knowingly.

Apparently this is commonplace.

It was no secret that Girls' Generation had a crush on Du Sheng, and almost everyone on the set knew it.

Moreover, people in the circle have long been accustomed to such things. It is abnormal for young people to act like an old man.

After the transition, the shooting continued.

When Zhen Zhibing left the "scene" stealthily, he happened to meet Yang Guo who had just returned from practicing martial arts.

This scene obviously intensified the contrast again.

Although Zhen Zhibing did something shameful, his plan was well planned.

However, Yang Guo was still ignorant of the ways of the world and was even obsessed with practicing Toad Kung Fu.

Although Ouyang Feng was the one who made the biggest mistake, he indirectly led to Xiaolongnu's misfortune.

I wonder if Yang Guo will regret it later.

If God gave him another chance, would he directly strike Zhen Zhibing down?

At this moment, facing Yang Guo's questioning as to why he was acting so sneaky, Zhen Zhibing seemed uneasy but did not reveal any flaws.

When Yang Guo saw his reaction, he just scolded him severely.

Zhen Zhibing was eager to get rid of the embarrassing situation, so he listened to a few sarcastic remarks and turned away.

However, Xiao Longnu sensed something was wrong because Yang Guo's reaction was too great.

After a conversation, her face changed drastically and she confirmed her guess.

With grief and anger, he returned to the ancient tomb in a daze.

At this point, Zhen Zhibing’s role came to an end.

It was almost nine o'clock in the evening, and the crew announced that the filming would be over tonight.

As the filming was taking place halfway up the mountain, vehicles could not reach the location and everyone had to return on foot.

This is the case with almost all recent filming locations, either climbing mountains or wading through water, no one is an exception.

No one complains about the hard work, but safety risks still exist.

If Du Sheng hadn't been quick last night, a photographer carrying equipment would have probably rolled down the steep slope.

The consequences may result in serious injuries, even if there are no broken bones.

In order to ensure safety, everyone has been much more cautious recently.

When going down the slope tonight, Du Sheng simply carried the girls from Girls' Generation down one by one, which made them happy for a long time.

But it must be said that the natural scenery of Yandang Mountain is indeed beautiful, and there is a reason why several film crews choose to shoot here.

According to the crew's estimate, they will need to stay here for about a month.

In other words, more than ten episodes of the entire series were filmed here.

Therefore, the pictures of this "The Return of the Condor Heroes" are extremely beautiful, giving people the feeling of watching a documentary about the mountains and rivers.

This is also one of the highlights of the project, in the hope of presenting a unique Jin Yong drama to the audience.

"Ah Sheng, the Pearl River Studio just called and asked if you were interested in a joint venture film."

As soon as Du Sheng returned to the hotel, Wang Jinhua came to his door.

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(End of this chapter)