Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 214 Let me be frank, Director Zhang Jizhong, you are not suitable.

Third, Chen Cheng met with another director Yan Jiangang.

Yan Jiangang is also a well-known TV drama director in mainland China.

His famous work, "The Chronicles of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty - The Warring States Period", left a deep impression on many people.

Yan Jiangang has very ideas about the New Three Kingdoms.

Chen Cheng had just made an appointment with Yan Jiangang when Yan Jiangang took out a series of information and started talking.

"Director Chen, I read the script of the new Three Kingdoms you sent me. I think this script is not a historical script, but a literary script. In it, there are many situations that do not respect historical facts. I think this is not advisable. In addition, the script lines are too colloquial and do not have the charm of the old version of the Three Kingdoms lines."

After meeting with the three directors, Chen Cheng just listened most of the time.

So Chen Cheng just asked questions and did not express his own opinions.

"Director Yan, if you were to direct the New Three Kingdoms, which actors would you choose?"

Yan Jiangang said: "The preparation for the filming of the New Three Kingdoms is a great event for the Chinese film and television industry, and it is also a great event for the Chinese people. As for the actors, they must be well-known actors, and their acting skills must be good. I think Jiang Wen can play Cao Cao, Chen Baoguo can play Sima Yi, Long Yi can play Sun Jian, and his son can play Cao Zhi, because he is handsome. I think Xie Tingfeng can play Lu Bu, and Jin Chengwu..."

"Thank you, Director Yan."

After Yan Jiangang.

Chen Cheng met with Gao Xixi.

This is Gao Xixi, the director of The New Three Kingdoms in the previous life.

In the new Three Kingdoms filmed in the previous life, people praised Gao Xixi's side, but also complained about it.

Those who praised it thought that Gao Xixi had done a great job in the pictures, fighting scenes, costumes, props, and scenes.

But I was very disappointed with the lines, plot and performance.

Although Chen Cheng did not decide on Gao Xixi.

But Chen Cheng still wanted to meet with director Gao Xixi.

At this time, Gao Xixi had just finished filming "New Shanghai Stall" starring Xiao Ming.

same.

This drama also received mixed reviews.

Those who like it think it is well-photographed.

There are also a lot of people who don’t like it and complain about it.

Obviously.

Like several other directors, Gao Xixi was also prepared.

This preparation.

It's not just preparation for the new Three Kingdoms.

even.

He also conducted a very in-depth study of Chen Cheng himself.

Chen Cheng and Gao Xixi sat down, and Gao Xixi started talking about a series of films that Chen Cheng had shot.

Such as the recently released "The Besieged City".

Gao Xixi believes that The Siege of the City in October allowed everyone to see a different main theme.

Another example is the film "Those Years" shot by Chen Cheng before.

Gao Xixi said that the classic of "Those Years" will be difficult to replicate in the future.

There is also the recently popular "Love Apartment". Gao Xixi also predicted that the second and third seasons may reach even higher levels.

Chen Cheng smiled.

If it were someone else.

Chen Cheng must be very happy.

Although Chen Cheng is in a good mood now.

After all, who doesn't like to be flattered?

Even though Chen Cheng knew that Gao Xixi had other purposes in flattering him.

But such nice words are also very pleasant to hear.

But no matter how happy he was, Chen Cheng would not decide on Gao Xixi just because of a little flattery.

Even if Gao Xixi was the director of the New Three Kingdoms in her previous life.

"It seems that Director Gao is also very knowledgeable about movies."

"I dare not. I am also a hindsight expert."

"So what do you think of our new Three Kingdoms?"

"First of all, from the script point of view, I think the script is very well written."

After thinking for a while, Gao Xixi said: "Although there are indeed some bugs in the script, I can see the screenwriter's considerations in telling the story of the Three Kingdoms. For example, the script starts with Cao Cao, which is also to bring the audience closer. At the same time, the script of the New Three Kingdoms not only refers to the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, but also refers to the historical book Records of the Three Kingdoms. His focus is no longer on devaluing Cao and respecting Liu, but on treating Cao, Liu and Sun from an equal perspective."

"At the same time, there are many colloquial lines in the script, which also brings the audience closer. Although it is not as charming as the old version of Three Kingdoms, the new version of Three Kingdoms is more about popularization. For many ordinary people, they often don't understand these half-literary and half-vernacular sentences..."

Chen Cheng listened quietly without disturbing Gao Xixi.

Although in this.

He heard that Gao Xixi should have communicated with the screenwriter Zhu Sujin.

even.

It's possible that the two of them had a good relationship.

in this way.

He just catered to Chen Cheng's wishes and praised the script highly.

But Chen Cheng wouldn't say that.

Although the script was written, he did not fully approve of it.

Although there were many points in Zhu Sujin's script, Chen Cheng still agreed with it.

But there were also many areas where Chen Cheng disagreed.

However, script revision is also a big deal. Chen Cheng wants to revise the script again with the director and screenwriter after confirming the chief director.

and so.

Chen Cheng has not changed this script for the time being.

But Gao Xixi seemed to have misunderstood.

He thought Chen Cheng seemed to fully approve of the script.

"Excuse me, Director Gao Xixi."

"If there is any news, I will inform you as soon as possible."

On Gao Xixi's side, Chen Cheng was put on hold.

All in all.

Chen Cheng thinks Director Gao Xixi is okay.

But there are still some that do not meet Chen Cheng's standards.

……

Subsequently.

Chen Cheng also met with a group of other directors.

Such as director Zheng Xiaolong, who directed "Desire" and "Golden Wedding".

There is also director Kang Honglei, who directed "The Passionate Years" and "Soldier Assault".

There is also director Ding Hei who directed "Jade Guanyin"... and others.

At last.

Chen Cheng met with director Zhang Lai.

Director Zhang Li’s representative works include: Towards the Republic, The Ming Dynasty, The Imperial Guards, etc.

He is also the photography director of The Banquet.

There are many good works in later generations, such as "The Young Marshal", "The Spring and Autumn Annals of Confucius", "The Salt Merchants of the Qing Dynasty", "Fights Break Sphere" and so on.

Uh.

Forget about Martial Universe.

Which director doesn’t have a bad drama?

This person, like director Zhang Yi, graduated from the Photography Department of Beijing Film Academy.

"Director Zhang, I have to call you Senior Brother."

"Haha, since you call me Senior Brother, then just call me by my name. Today I will call myself Senior Brother and call you by your name as well."

"This is best."

Zhang Lai and Zhang Yi are both thin and speak directly.

Although it was the first time the two met, there was no need for much politeness. Zhang Lai got straight to the point: "Chen Cheng, I think there are some problems with the script."

"Brother Zhang Lai, please speak?"

"Of course, it's OK overall, but some areas need improvement. For example, I think there are too many emotional scenes between Lü Bu and Diao Chan. You can add more, but not too much, otherwise it will subvert the public's image of Lü Bu. In addition, the positioning of some other characters is not accurate enough. For example, Zhang Fei has always been positioned as a strong man in the script, but he has a hot temper and a stubborn mind. For example, when it comes to Zhuge Liang, after he doubted him at first, even though Zhuge Liang showed various performances later, Zhang Fei still didn't believe Zhuge, and even thought that he was just like that, which is a bit unreasonable. There is also a lot of plot about Cao Cao's sons fighting for the position of the crown prince. Cao Zhi, Cao Chong, Cao Pi... all take up a lot of ink in the play."

In one breath, Zhang Lai talked about a lot of problems in the script.

Chen Cheng was still the same as before, just listening quietly, and then asked a question: "Brother Zhang Lai, I have met with many directors before. Some directors also said that the lines in this script are too colloquial. What do you think?"

"I think there is nothing wrong with colloquialism, as TV dramas are meant for the general public. People won't understand lines that are too literary. However, I think some classic lines can be simplified or quoted from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms."

"As for the actors, what do you think?"

"On the one hand, I think we need certain star actors. On the other hand, I think we also need actors who are more in line with the character's positioning."

"Brother Zhang Lai, you also know that our investment in the new Three Kingdoms is relatively large, so we will have more scenes of fighting and big scenes. What do you think about this?"

"Brother Chen Cheng, to be honest, although I have some knowledge of large-scale scenes, if it is to shoot the new Three Kingdoms, I may not have such an advantage."

“Understand, after all, that not every director is good at every genre.”

Chen Cheng nodded.

Relatively speaking, Chen Cheng was more satisfied with Zhang Lai.

But he's not completely sure yet.

He would have to go back and make a detailed comparison of each director.

Simultaneously.

Chen Cheng also wanted to take a look at some of the films previously shot by various directors before making a final decision.

……

After meeting with a number of directors, the end of the year is approaching.

Chen Cheng is preparing to go home for the New Year.

This year, when his family moved into a new house, Chen Cheng specifically told his parents to buy home appliances and other things after he returned home.

The reason why I gave such instructions.

My main concern is that my parents will think that just being able to live in a new house is good enough, and they will just deal with some home appliances casually.

There was nothing wrong with the conditions before.

Conditions are a little better now, but you have to buy new things to live in a new house.

fortunately.

Chen Cheng returned on time.

Even though Chen Cheng warned him, his parents almost moved some of their home appliances and furniture to the new house.

"Mom, let's leave these appliances and furniture back home. We'll buy new ones."

"It costs a lot to buy new ones, but these ones can all be used. Come on, pack up your quilt and move it to the city later."

"I……"

Chen Cheng was overwhelmed.

did not expect.

My mother is even preparing to move her quilt to the new house.

Fortunately, Chen Cheng said, "Mom, don't move. If you move, you will have to go back to your hometown to live for a few days. What should we do?"

“Oh, it’s true.”

"So, don't move. You can't go home for a few days and move all this furniture around again."

After much persuasion, Chen Cheng finally convinced his parents.

immediately.

Chen Cheng took his father to the city and bought all kinds of furniture, appliances, pots and pans, kitchen supplies, toiletries, etc.

Dad was also very interested that day. He bought a big piece of red paper and cut it himself. On each strip, he wrote blessings such as "good harvest", "safe family", "good luck in going out" and so on. Then, he posted them on the doors of various houses. Although it didn't seem to match, Chen Cheng followed his dad's lead.

There are still a few days left before the Chinese New Year.

Chen Cheng bought his father a walking stick and took him to learn how to drive. His mother said, "You are already over 60 years old, why do you need to learn how to drive?"

My father would often say, "I don't want to learn, I don't want to learn. I'm so old, why should I drive a car?" Those who drive are young people.

However, despite what his father said, Chen Cheng still dragged his father to the driving school to sign up.

Although the 08 car is still relatively rare.

But times are changing rapidly.

In a few years, every household in the streets and alleys, even in the countryside, will have a car.

Not to mention that parents really need it.

It’s Chen Cheng.

After returning home, having a vehicle makes it more convenient to go anywhere.

"Dad, I've already paid for my driver's license, so you have to study hard."

In 08, the driving license requirement was not that strict.

Chen Cheng personally accompanied his father in driving practice, and after just over a week, his father could drive very smoothly.

Even without a driver's license, my dad proudly took my mom for a ride.

In no mood.

I was checked by the traffic police that day.

But it wasn't particularly strict at that time, I just paid a fine.

As for the exam, I plan to take it after the New Year.

On the 26th day of the lunar calendar, Chen Cheng held a housewarming party.

There weren't many banquets.

Chen Cheng didn't want to show off, so he only invited his parents and relatives, and there were only 5 tables.

As for classmates.

Chen Cheng did not invite him.

One is that after college, many classmates rarely contact each other.

another.

This kind of housewarming party is not a big deal. There is no need to be extravagant, and there is no need to ask all the old classmates to give red envelopes.

Although Chen Cheng could indeed say that he didn’t want a red envelope, just come and drink.

But according to the rules in Chen Cheng's hometown, one must accept red envelopes when drinking.

If you don't accept it, the other person will think you look down on him.

It would be better to keep it simple.

Lunar calendar 27th.

Chen Cheng accompanied his parents to buy various New Year's food.

I also bought Spring Festival couplets.

As for where to post the Spring Festival couplets?
You have to put it on your hometown too.

Although I live in the city, my hometown cannot be left empty, it needs to be lively.

Also, Dad loves buying candy the most.

As soon as I saw the candy, I grabbed a handful here and a handful there, and bought several kilograms at once.

My mother scolded my father and said, "You don't usually eat candy, why did you buy so much?"

Dad smiled and said that with so many children at home during the New Year, candy is a necessity.

Chen Cheng kept smiling and said, "Dad, it's okay, just buy whatever you like."

……

Lunar calendar 28th.

Chen Cheng didn't go anywhere.

After the Chinese New Year, the new Three Kingdoms will be launched.

This time seems to be after the Chinese New Year.

But the Chinese New Year only lasts a few days.

After New Year’s Eve, it’s Chinese New Year.

Time is a bit tight.

He plans to use this time to take another look at the dramas previously shot by various directors.

But Chen Cheng was watching the TV series previously filmed by various directors.

All the directors that Chen Cheng had met before were as anxious as ants on a hot pan and had been waiting for news at home.

The first one who couldn't wait any longer was Zhang Jizhong.

Before, Zhang Jizhong thought.

Chen Cheng was the first one to meet him, and Chen Cheng had worked in his crew before.

His position as chief director should be a sure thing.

As a result, I waited and waited, but there was no call.

He didn't dare to call Chen Cheng directly.

Picking up the phone, he called Wang Zhonglei of Huayi.

"Boss Wang, do you have any news?"

"Are you talking about the chief director of the New Three Kingdoms? Don't be impatient."

"Of course it is. It's already the 28th of the lunar year. The Chinese New Year is just two days away. How can I not be anxious?"

"Director Zhang, it's okay. I'll ask Director Chen for you. Don't worry, my relationship with Director Chen is beyond reproach."

"Then I'll leave it to you, Mr. Wang."

Zhang Jizhong has just signed a contract with Huayi.

Wang Zhonglei still attaches great importance to Zhang Jizhong.

Think about it

Wang Zhonglei called Chen Cheng.

"Director Chen, Happy New Year."

"happy New Year."

Chen Cheng replied while watching TV series.

"Director Chen, I heard that you took on a big production."

"We need to hear about it. Everyone in the industry knows about it."

"Ahem... that's right."

Wang Zhonglei was a little embarrassed: "I heard that you are selecting the chief director."

"Yes, Director Wang, do you have any recommendations at Huayi?"

"What a coincidence! We actually know one. Director Zhang Jizhong, Director Chen, you have an impression of him, right?"

"Director Zhang."

Chen Cheng smiled and said, "Of course I have an impression. The first director I met was Director Zhang Jizhong. Moreover, when I was an assistant director before, it was on this film of Zhang Jizhong."

"That's great. What do you think of Director Zhang Jizhong?"

"Boss Wang, this is hard to say."

"Director Chen, what is our relationship? We should cooperate more in the future. As you know, Director Zhang Jizhong is a veteran in the industry. Although there are a lot of gossips from the outside world, his ability is absolutely no problem."

"Boss Wang, if it's confirmed, I'll let you know as soon as possible."

"Ok."

no way.

Wang Zhonglei sighed and replied to Zhang Jizhong: "Director Zhang, I just asked Director Chen, and he hasn't made a decision yet."

"After the Chinese New Year?"

"Yes."

"Mr. Wang, how does Director Chen feel about me? How confident do you think I am?"

"How should I put it? I think it should be okay. During this phone call, I feel that Director Chen has a very good impression of you, Director Zhang. After all, Director Chen also left your crew back then. By the way, how did you treat Director Chen at that time? Did you treat him badly?"

"How could that be? Director Chen is a genius. I personally appointed him as the assistant director."

"That's fine, just wait a little longer."

This is the only way I can comfort Zhang Jizhong for now.

"Okay, I'll wait."

hang up the phone.

Zhang Jizhong was still very conflicted.

As for what he said about leaving his crew, only they could say that.

As for Zhang Jizhong personally selecting Chen Cheng as the deputy director, it was because Jin Daxia took a liking to him that he made an exception.

Talk about it.

When Chen Cheng was in his crew, Zhang Jizhong didn't treat him badly, but that was it.

This also made Zhang Jizhong a little nervous.

I am really confused about whether Chen Cheng will choose him.

……

"Brother, the New Year is coming soon, why are you still struggling?"

"I think that although Huayi was not perfect last year, it was still okay. Even the few films directed by Feng made a lot of money."

Seeing Wang Zhonglei frowning, Wang Zhongluo said.

Wang Zhonglei sighed and said, "Brother, you know that Chen Cheng recently took on a big production, The New Three Kingdoms."

"heard."

Wang Zhongchu nodded: "You have a very good relationship with Chen Cheng, don't you?"

"of course."

Wang Zhonglei nodded awkwardly, but still said, "Having a good relationship is one thing, but I just asked about the chief director of the New Three Kingdoms, and this guy just kept biting his tongue."

"It's such a big thing, how can you just talk about it casually?"

"That being said, it's not okay to reveal even a little bit. It's New Year's Day and I'm still thinking about this issue all the time."

"Stupid, you can't even do this. You should immediately get Chen Cheng some local specialties for the New Year, fruits... or something like that."

"Brother, it's Chinese New Year, and logistics are all stopped."

"Logistics, you can't just send a car to deliver it."

"Hey, brother, you are really thoughtful."

Wang Zhonglei's eyes lit up.

Immediately tell your subordinates to do it.

More than two hours later.

Watching the car drive towards Chen Cheng’s hometown.

Wang Zhonglei excitedly called Chen Cheng again: "Director Chen, Happy New Year."

"Mr. Wang, did you call the wrong number? You wished me a happy new year a few hours ago."

"Hahaha, that didn't count at the time. It wasn't sincere. It's like this, Director Chen, it's Chinese New Year now. We at Huayi prepared quite a lot of New Year goods, which were originally to be distributed to everyone in the company. Later, I saw that there were quite a few left, so I sent them to you."

“It seems that the logistics have stopped now.”

"It's okay. I sent a car over here. You'll probably receive it early tomorrow morning."

"Boss Wang, you... make me feel embarrassed."

"Director Chen, let's see what you are talking about. What is our relationship?"

"Yes, yes, Mr. Wang, I was abrupt just now. I should have told you directly."

"Director Chen is really polite, don't you think?"

"Director Zhang Jizhong is an extremely good director, and I also think that Director Zhang Jizhong is very suitable for our New Three Kingdoms. However, after comprehensive consideration, our team still feels that Director Zhang Jizhong is slightly unsuitable."

"Ah...this..."

"Mr. Wang, thank you for the New Year's gifts. I'm so sorry. So, I wish you a happy New Year."

"Happy New Year."

Wang Zhonglei also said this, feeling extremely depressed.

(End of this chapter)