Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 118 If you want to mess with me, I will mess with you

"Chen Cheng, you've got me. I was so excited when I heard you were in the crew."

"Me too, Lao Huo. I feel much more at ease with you here."

"You guys, you've been promoted too quickly. You're already an assistant director."

"You're not a bad art director, you're in charge of a lot of things, including costumes, makeup, and props."

"Why should I manage this? Art directors like us are under the control of directors like you."

Painted Skin crew.

The actors haven't arrived yet.

But a group of behind-the-scenes production staff had already arrived.

Chen Cheng met an old acquaintance on the set of Painted Skin, Huo Tingxiao, the art director of Curse of the Golden Flower.

At that time, Chen Cheng served as the deputy art director in the crew of Curse of the Golden Flower.

When they met, they were both very happy.

Huo Tingxiao took out a few cans of beer from the office and said, "Come on, let's have a drink."

Chen Cheng was also happy: "Okay, but only drink one can."

"I know. I have a meeting this afternoon."

Huo Tingxiao nodded: "Chen Cheng, I heard that you brought honor to our mainland circle during the casting some time ago."

"Oh my god, what's going on? Is this how gossip spreads?"

"That's how the industry is. You still want to keep it a secret. I admire you. Fortunately, you are here. We have saved several mainland actors this time. However, our backstage work is in trouble. Except for me who is in charge of art, the rest of the photography, action... and set design have been taken up by them in Hong Kong."

"It's already pretty good. Last time I filmed a drama, only the art director and production manager were from mainland China, and the rest were all from Hong Kong, including the director. Who should I go to?"

"You mean seeing the dragon take off its armor?"

"Correct."

"I heard you guys even had a fight."

"That's not the case, but there was a bit of a conflict, but it was resolved."

"I heard about that, too. Chen Cheng, this is also a co-production, so there might be problems. You have to protect us a little bit."

"You're being polite. I used to work for you."

"What do you mean by working under me? You just didn't have enough experience, not enough ability. You are totally qualified to be an art director."

Huo Tingxiao gave Chen Cheng a thumbs up.

He knew these few words.

Chen Cheng's character surpasses many people in this circle and he is someone worth making close friends with.

After thinking for a while, Huo Tingxiao said, "But this is a different time. With Director Zhang in the Golden Curse crew, these Hong Kong producers dare not do anything to us. But now, the chief director is from Hong Kong, the first assistant director is also from Hong Kong, including the set designer, photographer, and martial arts assistant instructor. Only you and I are from the mainland. Generally speaking, we are still at a disadvantage."

"Don't worry too much. Whether it's Hong Kong or our mainland, the overall goal is to make a good film."

"That being said, I'm afraid that the guys from Hong Kong will cause trouble for us. You don't know, they are always difficult to serve."

"Don't think too much. If they really want to bully us in the mainland, I, the assistant director, am not here for show."

"I've been waiting for you to say this. Come on, do one."

"Dry."

The two touched again.

……

in the afternoon.

Chief director Chen Jiashang convened a meeting with all the behind-the-scenes directors.

"I'm calling everyone to a small meeting today for the purpose of making better films next time. Before that, I want to confirm how all the work behind the scenes is going?"

"Director Lei, how are you doing with the set design?"

"Director Chen, 80% of the set design is complete, and the remaining 20% ​​is not yet completed. However, we have completed the scenes for the first scenes to be filmed. After these scenes are finished, the remaining 20% ​​will also be completed. These are all the scene designs, and I also took photos."

The person in charge of set design is called Lei Xiong, who is actually also an art director in Hong Kong.

Originally according to Chen Jiashang's idea, the art director of Painted Skin was Lei Xiong.

However, at the suggestion of various mainland producers, the art direction was given to Huo Tingxiao.

But Chen Jiashang still managed to secure a set design job for Lei Xiong, which was also divided from the art director.

Although the position of the set designer is one level lower than that of the art director, the work is very demanding and the funds used are very large, so it is considered a lucrative position.

"It looks pretty good. Please take a look and give us any suggestions. We will try to correct it as soon as possible."

The design drawing was uploaded and all the participants took a look and said there was no problem.

"Next is the costumes, makeup, and props. Coach Huo, you're in charge of this. How's your side?"

After Lei Xiong, Chen Jiashang looked at Huo Tingxiao.

In fact.

If we go by the size of the position, Huo Tingxiao should be on the side first.

However, Chen Jiashang was the chief director, so although Huo Tingxiao had some objections, he did not say anything.

"The costumes and props have been designed, and the makeup and styling have to wait until the actors join the crew. However, we have already made a preliminary plan for the styling. These are the costume props design, as well as the makeup and styling design."

As an art director, Huo Tingxiao was well prepared.

A series of designs that had been made previously were used, and various costumes were also brought out on the scene.

Chen Jia took a look and then asked a staff member nearby to try it on.

After a while, Chen Jiashang said, "Judging from the appearance of the clothing, this should be Hanfu?"

Huo Tingxiao nodded: "Painted Skin is set in a fictional historical dynasty. The specific dynasty is not clearly revealed in the script. But from the lines and plot, I think it is more in line with the Han Dynasty. Director Lei also seems to be heading towards the Han Dynasty in terms of set design."

Lei Xiong did not answer, but Chen Jiashang said, "There is nothing wrong with Hanfu, but the details of the various costumes from the Han Dynasty are not obvious enough. The overall style is not grand and beautiful... Especially the costumes of the heroine and supporting actresses. You have to know that Wang Sheng is the leader of the Wang family army and holds a high position. His wife Peirong is also a famous lady. Including Xiaowei, Xiaowei wants to replace Peirong and become Mrs. Wang. So Xiaowei's clothes should also be grand and beautiful... Your design is still a little lacking."

"Director Chen, I'll make the changes right away."

"I hope it's quick. After all, the crew is about to start filming. If the changes are not made before the start of filming, the filming process will be delayed. If there are any difficulties, I will send an assistant to help you."

"There's no need for an assistant. It will definitely not delay the crew's start of filming."

"it is good."

Chen Jiashang didn't say much.

Then I asked about the martial arts instructor and photography.

After more than an hour, the meeting ended.

……

"Chen Cheng, I told you, I didn't expect these Hong Kong guys to start with us in the mainland as soon as they arrived."

In the art director's office, Huo Tingxiao said angrily.

Chen Cheng knew the situation on this side and consoled him, "Director Huo, please bear with your anger for now. After all, he is the chief director and we must follow his instructions."

"If he wasn't the chief director, I would have slammed the table. I still didn't design it well. Even the crew of Curse of the Golden Flower and Director Zhang didn't say that I designed it badly."

"Calm down. The most urgent thing now is to meet the standards of the chief director. Besides, he has prepared a backup plan and said he would send a deputy over. It is obvious that he wants to sideline you."

"I saw it too."

At this point, Huo Tingxiao calmed down: "However, my mind is a little confused now, and I don't know how to change it. In addition, I think this guy is clearly trying to embarrass me. There are less than three days left before the launch. How do you think I should change it?"

"Let me help you analyze it."

They are all family and the two of them are so familiar with each other.

Also.

When Hong Kong puts pressure on the mainland's behind-the-scenes personnel, it is also putting pressure on itself.

No matter what, Chen Cheng will come forward.

"I think your overall design is OK. Besides, Chen Jiashang didn't mean to completely deny it. He just said that your design is a little less perfect in the details. In other words, as long as we make up for the details, there should be no problem. Besides, even if Chen Jiashang wanted to embarrass you, he wouldn't dare to joke about the entire film. There's still the producer above him."

"You should calm down."

Huo Tingxiao touched his chin and asked, "How do you think we should change it?"

"let me see."

Chen Cheng walked around the office and then picked up Huo Tingxiao's design again.

Then he looked through a series of books.

At last.

Chen Cheng said, "Old Huo, have you seen the tomb of Lady Xin Zhui in Mawangdui, Changsha?" "Yes, but it was too dark there and I couldn't see it clearly."

"It's okay, we can look for photos online."

The actual situation is more memorable though.

But in order to protect the tomb, the lighting in Changsha Museum was very dim.

Many times when a group of tourists go to see it, they can only see a shadow, which does not seem very real.

Chen Cheng turned on the computer.

Soon a series of photos of Lady Xin Zhui were found on the computer.

of course.

When Chen Cheng looked at these photos, he was not looking at what Lady Xin Zhui looked like.

More than 2000 years have passed, and no one knows what Lady Xin Zhui has become.

What Chen Cheng wanted to see was the clothes that Lady Xin Zhui was wearing at the time.

"Old Huo, look, this is the dress that Lady Xin Zhui wore in the local area. Why don't we refer to Lady Xin Zhui's dress and add some details."

Pointing at the photo, Chen Cheng said.

Huo Tingxiao's eyes lit up as well, and he came over: "Tsk tsk, no wonder you can be an assistant director. That's amazing, your words gave me inspiration."

"As long as you have inspiration, I won't bother you anymore. You are busy."

Without saying much, Chen Cheng left the office first.

……

Two days later.

Huo Tingxiao remade his design.

Chen Jia took a look and was a little surprised: "Director Huo, your design this time is very good. Also, your character modeling is also very innovative. What do you think?"

"I have to thank Director Chen for suggesting that I look at the clothes worn by Lady Xin Zhui in Mawangdui, Changsha. Then I redesigned the clothes based on Lady Xin Zhui's clothes."

"Madam Xin Zhui, no wonder these clothes look so beautiful and elegant, and also reflect a noble look."

Although Lady Xin Zhui has been dead for more than 2000 years.

There are several theories as to her identity.

But no matter which explanation it is, Lady Xin Zhui had a very high social status at that time.

otherwise.

There couldn't possibly be such a large hole.

in this way.

Certain improvements were made to the clothing worn by Lady Xin Zhui, which retained the style of Hanfu while inheriting the noble temperament of upper-class people.

"Did Xiao Wei's makeup design also come from Madam Xin Zhui?"

Pointing to the character design of female No. 2, Chen Jiashang liked this design very much and asked.

Huo Tingxiao shook his head: "That's not the case, but it is related to a certain extent. I got the idea from the terracotta figurines of the Han Dynasty."

As he spoke, Huo Tingxiao took out a photo of a Han Dynasty terracotta warrior: "This is the shape. I moved it to Xiao Wei."

"very good."

Chen Jiashang was very satisfied: "As expected of you as the art director of Curse of the Golden Flower, I'll do as you wish. Go ahead. By the way, you just said Director Chen... Director Chen also studies costume design?"

Chen Jiashang suddenly thought of something and asked.

Huo Tingxiao said: "Director Chen served as the art director for the crew of Curse of the Golden Flower, and he has a deep understanding of aesthetics."

"Oh."

Chen Jiashang nodded.

Although he was very satisfied with Huo Tingxiao's design today.

but.

Chen Jiashang was a little conflicted about Chen Cheng.

……

There weren't any major problems.

"Painted Skin" officially started filming as scheduled.

However, the competition among the internal crews has not ended.

There is no problem with the costumes and props.

But soon.

Chen Jiashang found another place to perform.

Fortunately.

As the deputy director of the actor team, Chen Cheng called Zhou Xun, Sun Li and Chen Kun to his office to review the script before filming began.

The acting skills of the three are already good, and they are also very talented.

Zhou Xun, in particular, surprised Chen Cheng at one point.

So when filming started.

Whether it's Chen Kun, Zhou Xun, or even Sun Li... there's nothing wrong with their performances.

On the contrary, there is nothing wrong with the leading female role, Zhao Yanzi, except that her acting was too conventional.

There's nothing wrong with it.

I didn't find any good places.

This made Chen Jiashang feel a little pressured.

But soon.

He found a point of catharsis in another actor.

The actor's name is Qi Yuwu. He plays the lizard spirit Xiaoyi in the play, who is also another monster who deeply loves Xiaowei.

Qi Yuwu was not a professional actor, but because of his handsome appearance, he participated in a talent show and won the championship.

Then he was spotted by an agency and entered the entertainment industry.

"Qi Yuwu, what's wrong with you? You've failed eight times."

"Again."

"Why is it still not working? Can you act? If not, I'll ask someone else to act for you."

Don't know why.

Chen Jiashang, who originally had a good personality, has been feeling very frustrated recently.

This is not.

When he met Qi Yuwu, he vented all his unhappiness in recent times on Qi Yuwu.

Chen Cheng, who had been on the set, frowned.

Although Qi Yuwu is not a particularly important actor in the play.

But as the acting assistant director, Qi Yuwu is still responsible for himself.

Chen Jiashang's scolding of Qi and Wu was obviously an indirect criticism.

"Xiao Qi, take a rest and perform this scene again tomorrow."

Chen Cheng said to Qi Yuwu.

Then, Chen Cheng looked at Chen Jiashang again: "Director Chen, it's getting late. I don't think we can finish this scene. Let's wait until tomorrow."

Chen Jiashang hummed softly: "You are the deputy director of actors, Qi Yuwu, you must be responsible."

"Okay."

Chen Cheng nodded.

but.

When Chen Jiashang was about to finish work, Chen Cheng said, "Director Chen, I think there are problems with the martial arts scenes this morning. There are also a few shots that I think are handled a little roughly. Let's take a look at them tomorrow."

Yes.

If we want to compete, how can we just get beaten?

If you want to mess with me, I will mess with you.

(End of this chapter)