Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 225: Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate, Jet Li returns to his peak.

After a meeting with his superiors, Chen Cheng went to another crew.

Dragon Gate Flying Daggers.

Yes.

Although Chen Cheng only took on one "New Three Kingdoms".

But Chen Cheng has a lot of things to do.

In the previous "Ip Man 2", Chen Cheng had to take some responsibilities.

This time, I am also responsible for a lot of content in "Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate".

Also.

The last time Chen Cheng promised Jet Li something, he couldn’t fool people.

Furthermore.

Chen Cheng also played the biggest villain in "Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate".

Fortunately, the opening ceremony of Dragon Gate Flying Daggers was chosen to be held in Hengdian.

This is quite convenient.

Chen Cheng only had to transfer to a few crews to reach Dragon Gate Flying Daggers.

But later.

The crew of Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate is about to move to Gansu, which is also a headache.

By then, Chen Cheng would probably have to fly back and forth all the time.

As soon as you enter the group.

Xu Ke came up to him excitedly: "Chen Cheng, I've been waiting for you."

"Let's go to the dressing room first."

The opening ceremony is of course more than just opening the machine.

He also has to cooperate with media publicity.

Therefore, all the leading actors had to put on their makeup before the opening ceremony.

"Chen Cheng, you're late."

As soon as he saw Chen Cheng, Jet Li teased him.

Chen Cheng shook his head helplessly: "I'm really busy. After finishing here, I have to go back to the crew of the New Three Kingdoms."

"Able people should do more work."

Chatted with Jet Li for a while.

At this time, Zhou Xun and Sun Li on the side greeted Chen Cheng.

Zhou Xun is the heroine of Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate, playing the role of Ling Feiyan.

Sun Li was recommended by Chen Cheng to replace Li Yuchun's previous role, Gu Shaotang.

The two have collaborated many times before.

In addition, the two of them had received a lot of favors from Chen Cheng, so they were very excited to see Chen Cheng.

"Director Chen, you just came from the crew of the New Three Kingdoms?"

"Yeah, if it wasn't close to us, I probably wouldn't be able to wait for the opening ceremony."

"Haha, Director Chen, if you didn't come, the opening ceremony would have to be postponed for a few days."

Then another actor.

As soon as Chen Cheng came in, he kept his eyes on Chen Cheng.

But he didn't interrupt.

After Chen Cheng, Zhou Xun, and Sun Li finished chatting, he spoke: "Director Chen."

The person who spoke was Zhao Wenzhuo.

It never occurred to him.

The last time Chen Cheng asked me to audition, it was okay that I didn’t pass.

But it didn't take long.

Chen Cheng recommended him to play the role of Ma Jinliang in Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate.

"Teacher Wen Zhuo, when did you arrive?"

Chen Cheng was also very happy to see Zhao Wenzhuo.

Among the martial arts actors, Chen Cheng likes one person very much.

That is Zhao Wenzhuo.

Although Zhao Wenzhuo didn't do particularly well in his previous life.

Even towards the end, there was some downhill going on.

Can be in the circle.

Zhao Wenzhuo is well-known for his good character.

This is also the reason why Chen Cheng likes and is willing to help Zhao Wenzhuo.

natural.

Although Chen Cheng only said one sentence.

But for Zhao Wenzhuo, he was very grateful.

"I arrived a few days ago."

“Thank you Director Chen for the recommendation.”

Chen Cheng waved his hand: "It's not that I recommended you, it's that you already have the ability."

Because every actor has to put on makeup.

So everyone just chatted for a few minutes and then everyone closed their eyes.

More than two hours later.

The makeup of all the actors has been finalized.

Chen Cheng looked at Zhao Wenzhuo wearing a mask, frowned, and said, "What's the matter with this mask?"

“It’s better not to wear a mask.”

"Director Chen, I'll take off the mask right away."

The makeup artist quickly took off Zhao Wenzhuo's mask.

although.

He wanted to explain.

The reason why Zhao Wenzhuo wears a mask is related to the role he plays.

But when the words came to his lips, he swallowed them back.

Chen Cheng is not just playing a cameo role here.

He is the producer of Dragon Gate Flying Daggers.

In the words of director Xu Ke.

In the crew, Chen Cheng and Xu Ke have the same say.

even.

To some extent, Chen Cheng has even greater say.

and so.

Which makeup artist dares not listen to Chen Cheng's words?

"That's right."

Seeing Zhao Wenzhuo taking off his mask, Chen Cheng said with a smile.

He also knew that this mask was indeed designed with Zhao Wenzhuo as the character.

but.

For actors.

Wearing a mask on your face can greatly damage an actor's image.

Not to mention.

This is also a mask that covers a relatively large area of ​​the face.

Just a belt.

Chen Cheng almost couldn't recognize Zhao Wenzhuo.

Chen Cheng is like this.

Not to mention the general audience.

If he was still wearing the mask and took the photo like this.

It turns out that Zhao Wenzhuo acted in this movie. I guess many viewers would ask after watching it, is Zhao Wenzhuo in the movie?

"Director Chen, thank you."

Zhao Wenzhuo was also the first to thank Chen Cheng.

He actually hated this mask too.

But he knew it.

In such a top crew, he doesn't have much say at all.

It would be better if he didn't make any comments.

If it is proposed, it may not be adopted later.

Then I will probably be hated by all the makeup artists in the dressing room.

Fortunately.

But Chen Cheng took such good care of him.

Not only did he recommend him to join the crew, but he was also extremely caring towards him even when it came to his makeup.

……

"Director Xu, let's talk."

The launch ceremony of Dragon Gate Flying Daggers didn’t have too many fancy moves.

Still the same as before.

It's just about posing for photos, inviting some media, taking photos, issuing some announcements, etc.

At most, it is more lively because of Jet Li joining and Chen Cheng making a guest appearance.

That night.

Chen Cheng found Xu Ke.

He planned to have a chat with Xu Ke before the official filming began.

"That's right, I want to talk to you too."

Xu Ke also nodded.

The two came to the director's office.

Chen Cheng asked, "Xu Ke, will we start filming Lian Jie's scenes tomorrow?"

"Yes."

Xu Ke said, "Lianjie is a bit busy. After filming our Dragon Gate Flying Daggers, he has to go film Hollywood's The Expendables. Time is a bit tight, so we plan to film Lianjie's scenes first."

"Shoot the drama first or the martial arts drama?"

"Literary drama."

"I think we should shoot the fighting scenes first."

"Ok?"

Xu Ke was a little surprised: "We're going to shoot the fighting scenes first?"

This was something Xu Ke had not expected.

Generally, the literary scenes are shot first and then the martial arts scenes.

The main reason is that literary dramas are relatively simple and easier to shoot.

Also.

Literary drama can also help actors and directors find their feelings better.

But if it's a martial arts scene.

In fact, the martial arts scenes look very good on camera.

But when we actually started shooting, it was really boring and tasteless.

"Isn't our action director prepared for the martial arts scenes?"

"That's not true."

Xu Ke said: "Our action director is Yuan Bing, one of the Seven Little Fortunes. Although he is not as good as Hong Jinbao and others, he is also a well-known martial arts instructor in Hong Kong. Moreover, he had already made preparations before filming began."

"That's great."

"No, I mean, how did you think of shooting the fighting scenes first?"

Xu Ke was still very surprised.

Chen Cheng said, "I don't want to either. I promised Lianjie before that I would personally guide him in acting."

"What does this have to do with filming the fighting scenes first?"

“There are so many connections.”

Chen Cheng said to Xu Ke, "Before I came here, I was thinking about how to direct Lian Jie's scenes. As you know, Lian Jie is the Kung Fu Emperor. He is one of the two most famous people in the country, and he also has the highest pay. His greatest feature is not his literary scenes, but his martial arts scenes. Although Lian Jie won the Hong Kong Film Award for his literary scenes in The Warlords, such roles are hard to come by."

Winning the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actor sometimes depends on luck.

He has to meet the right role at the right time, and you can give full play to your role.

The Warlords can be said to be tailor-made for Jet Li.

Can be replaced with other films.

Although Jet Li performed well in other films, he may not be crowned the best actor.

"So, the biggest attraction of Lian Jie is still his martial arts scenes."

"I also think."

Xu Ke nodded: "Including our action director Yuan Bing, he also thinks so. We have also prepared a lot of action scenes that are both beautiful and imposing for Lianjie's martial arts scenes."

"I believe in Mr. Yuan Bing's design."

Chen Cheng nodded.

But then Chen Cheng changed the subject and said, "But Lianjie, he is no longer young."

This said.

Xu Ke immediately understood what Chen Cheng meant.

Yes.

Although Jet Li is still the Kung Fu Emperor.

but.

But Jet Li is no longer young.

Although no longer young, Jet Li still has a large number of fans.

But many of his movements and martial arts scenes are no longer as graceful, beautiful and cool as when he was young.

So even though Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate was filmed pretty well in the previous life.

The box office was also pretty good.

pity.

Zhao Huaian, played by Jet Li, was not too outstanding.

even.

Instead, he was suppressed by the villain. "Chen Cheng, we have considered this, so we have prepared a lot of substitutes for Lianjie."

"There's no use for a substitute."

Chen Cheng shook his head: "One is that the stunt double can't achieve the movements that Lianjie had when he was young, and the other is... Lianjie is no longer young not only in his movements but also in his temperament."

"Chen Cheng, you hit my sore spot."

Xu Ke stood up.

He walked around the office several times.

Then he said, "Before I started filming Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate, I thought about this question. I know that Lian Jie is no longer young, and he can no longer play the role of Huang Feihong, the extremely cool Linghu Chong, and even less the role of Fang Shiyu. But... in the end, I still chose Lian Jie. Because, apart from Lian Jie, I can't find another one. Even if Lian Jie is no longer young, only he can do it."

"I know."

Chen Cheng nodded: "Director Xu, I know what you mean. This is why I want to talk to you today. We have to find a way."

"Do you have any idea?"

"I don't have too many ideas, I just want to stimulate Lianjie."

"What kind of stimulation?"

"Haha, you'll know when the time comes."

……

"I heard that the director changed the shooting plan today and plans to shoot the fighting scenes first."

"I also received the news early in the morning. It's strange. Are you going to shoot the fighting scenes first?"

"What's so strange about that? The biggest attraction of Dragon Gate Flying Daggers is Jet Li. I guess Director Xu wants to shoot a martial arts scene first to get a feel for it."

"I also feel that way."

Although many people find it a bit strange.

But this kind of thing has happened on the set before.

Early that morning.

A group of actors who received the notice came to the set.

Jet Li was also a little surprised.

However, he thought that this was Xu Ke's consideration for him, and thanked Xu Ke early in the morning.

Xu Ke didn't say anything.

"Director Chen, Lianjie, let's shoot the fighting scenes first today."

"I'll show you my moves first, and then you can practice them and get a feel for them."

Action director Yuan Bing introduced Chen Cheng and Jet Li.

Chen Cheng and Jet Li both nodded, indicating that there was no problem.

Yuan Bing didn't waste any time and demonstrated the previously designed moves to Chen Cheng and Jet Li respectively.

Chen Cheng only watched it once and he learned it instantly.

However, in order to take care of Jet Li, Chen Cheng slowed down his learning pace.

But even so.

Such a speed is enough to frighten Jet Li.

"Chen Cheng, sure. I heard you were a martial arts instructor?"

"What do you mean I'm a martial arts instructor? I was a field worker who moved equipment."

"Field worker, really?"

"Of course."

The two chatted for a while.

Although Jet Li was surprised by Chen Cheng's martial arts talent, Jet Li was not bad either.

He was just a little slower than Chen Cheng, but he also quickly learned the movements that the action director had just demonstrated.

But studying well is one thing.

The specific fight is another matter.

Even though Jet Li has been fighting since he was a child, he has always continued to practice martial arts.

But no matter how much he practices martial arts, he is no longer young.

Plus.

He encountered a cheater.

Facing Chen Cheng.

In several shots, Jet Li was always suppressed by Chen Cheng.

At first, Jet Li didn't think anything of it.

He knows he is old.

Whether it is movement coordination, speed, or physical strength, they are far from comparable to young people.

But everyone has a temper.

Not to mention superstars like Jet Li.

Several shots in a row.

When Chen Cheng was still suppressing Jet Li, Jet Li suddenly exploded.

"Chen Cheng, what do you mean?"

"How can I act if you beat me like this?"

"Okay, you're awesome, I won't act anymore."

Throwing away the prop sword in his hand, Jet Li left angrily.

This situation at the scene instantly confused the crew.

"what happened?"

"Why did Lianjie leave?"

"Do you still want to act?"

The crew was stunned.

If it were an ordinary character, with such an attitude, the director or producer would directly kick him out of the crew.

But who is Jet Li?

Xu Kedu asked others to come.

Such a super king is angry.

To put it in a smaller way, the super king has his own cards.

Say something bigger.

If such a superstar doesn't want to act anymore, the entire crew may be disbanded.

……

"Old Monster Xu, you found a good producer."

Green room.

Jet Li is still very popular.

Seeing Xu Ke coming, Jet Li said, "Now, is he the protagonist, or am I the protagonist?"

Xu Ke said: "Of course you are the protagonist."

"Since I'm the protagonist, isn't Chen Cheng's supporting role too much of a limelight?"

"Lianjie, don't be angry."

"How can I not be angry? Is there any actor who acts like this? Everyone steals the spotlight like him. He should be the protagonist."

Jet Li spoke to Xu Ke for a while.

Seeing that Tsui Hark didn't say a word in response, Jet Li said, "Old weirdo Tsui, you're not going to talk anymore?"

"No."

"No, what do you say we should do now?"

"I don't know what to do either."

"Okay, I'm going to the United States."

Jet Li pretends to leave.

Xu Ke said: "Lianjie, don't you think you have lost the temperament you had back then?"

Jet Li was stunned: "What did you say?"

“Look at the roles you’ve played before.”

Xu Ke took out his cell phone.

Find several mp4 files stored in the phone.

“This is your performance in Shaolin Temple.”

“This is Once Upon a Time we worked together on.”

"This is Fang Shiyu."

"This is the leader of the Demon Cult in Heavenly Sword and Dragon Saber."

"This is Black Man."

"This is Adventure King."

"This is Jing Wu Heroes."

"This is the new Shaolin Wuzu."

"This is The Swordsman: Invincible East."

"This is Tai Chi Master Zhang Sanfeng."

"This is Zhong Nanhai's bodyguard."

Click to play one by one.

Jet Li was also watching seriously.

Until you finish watching it all.

Jet Li smiled and said, "I really want to go back to those days."

"Yeah, I want to, too."

Xu Ke said: "You made a sensation around the world back then. There is a saying that goes, wherever there are Chinese people, there are Jet Li movies."

"But unfortunately, I am no longer young and can never go back to the past."

Jet Li also said with great regret.

"No longer young is just your age, including your physical fitness, your movements, your speed, and your reactions. But, I want to ask, is your heart no longer young?"

"my heart?"

"Correct."

Xu Ke said, "Lianjie, do you know why I want to film Dragon Gate Flying Daggers?"

"For the remake of New Dragon Inn."

"Do not."

Xu Ke said: "There are so many movies that can be made, why should I remake it? The reason why I want to remake New Dragon Inn is that I want to prove to everyone that I am still young, I have not grown old, and my heart is still burning. So I found you, I feel that you are the same as me. Even if our bodies are no longer what they used to be, our hearts are still active and still young."

Xu Ke's words really stimulated Jet Li.

In fact, Jet Li is the same as Xu Ke and others.

They were all at the peak of Hong Kong in the 90s.

but.

As time goes by, they feel that their era is no longer there.

Jet Li no longer has the same unparalleled momentum as before.

but.

Do you really want to be like this all the time?

No.

“My heart is still burning.”

Jet Li shouted loudly.

Subsequently.

Looking at Xu Ke, Jet Li said, "Let's go."

"Where?"

"Try to fight that boy again."

Take a step forward with your front foot.

Jet Li walked out quickly.

……

"Chen Cheng, let's try again."

On set.

Chen Cheng did not leave.

he knows.

Jet Li will return.

really.

After waiting for more than an hour, Jet Li returned to the set.

"Oh, Brother Jie, can you do this?"

Chen Cheng said.

"If you don't try, how do you know if it works?"

At this time.

Action director Yuan Bing had already arrived on the set.

The photographer had already set up his position.

Following the sound of a clapperboard.

The two's fighting scene began again.

Although since it was the first time for the two of them to shoot, their cooperation was a little lacking.

So the fighting scenes on that day were not filmed so smoothly.

However, the martial arts scenes were completed that day.

Action director Yuan Bing returned to the office and reviewed Jet Li's scenes in the afternoon.

The action director Yuan Bing was stunned for a moment.

"Lianjie."

Looking at the energetic Jet Li in the camera.

The Yuan soldier wiped his eyes.

He thought he was seeing things.

Isn’t this the same Huang Feihong from back then?

Only after watching it several times did the Yuan soldier shout out excitedly.

He feels.

The 90s Jet Li seems to be back.

(End of this chapter)