Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 439 A Fierce Man
In the past, Wan Gu was mired in debt. In order to solve this problem, he produced many works that were not of good quality but had commendable content.

For example, Mirror Knight's predecessor, Mirror Superman.

Mirror Man, originally aired in 1971, was first created when Tetsuo Kinjo gave his discarded manuscript to Mantani free of charge when he left Mantani. After Eiji Mantani's death, during the period when Hajime Mantani took control of Mantani, it was filmed by Ishiro Honda.

This time, there were some changes. The director was still Ishiro Honda, but the supervisor changed from Kazuya Mangaya to Takashi Mangaya, and the production company changed from Mangaya to Simbot Company.

When Gu Ming saw the first episode of "Superhuman" on Fuji Television, he was immediately certain.

This thing is definitely Mirror Superman!

Although the design is different, the content remains largely unchanged.

"In terms of quality, it actually has its merits. Honda Ishiro, that old Biden, is quite capable; after all, he was the director of Godzilla, and even Eiji Managaya had to follow his lead. The story isn't bad either, considering it was a draft that Kinjo Tetsuo had submitted and then revised. However, this work..."

Gu Ming closed his eyes and pondered, thinking about possible points of attack.

The main sponsor was Otsuka Pharmaceutical, and a significant portion of the staff came from former Daiei studios. The reason it wasn't shown on its former broadcaster, TBS, is quite simple.

Because TBS has a rather arrogant attitude towards Shampot and insists that Mango is the legitimate partner, they cooperate with Mango but not with Shampot Mango.

"TBS's attitude is one point, but it's not enough. As for cooperation with Daiei and other companies, that is not a weakness in Japan."

Gu Ming secretly drew a circle in his mind.

He would find a way to make arrangements for Wan Gu'ao's side no matter what.

Otherwise, wouldn't we have been attacked twice for nothing, and had our mouths stuffed full of shit?

Putting that matter aside for now, Gu Ming scribbled on paper, pondering his next film.

Tanaka's assistant came in carrying a stack of documents and placed them in front of Gu Ming.

"Brother Gugu, this is last month's financial report for the firm, shops, and other places. Take a look..."

"What's the point of looking at it? I don't understand it anyway."

Gu Ming touched his face, but still took a few pages.

Even if you can't understand financial statements, you can still understand how they make money.

"Hey! It's normal for the agency to make money, but what's with the video store? Aren't they using the revenue from the last movie to expand and open stores all over Tokyo? How come they're still making a profit?"

Although the profit wasn't much, Gu Ming was genuinely surprised.

Tanaka's assistant responded, "It's because of that videotape support program. Recently, quite a few people have volunteered to be video directors in order to earn one million yen, and surprisingly, a few talented people have emerged. First of all, there are a few short films directed by Niyamoto-kun. Because of their sharp action, they have unexpectedly attracted a lot of viewers."

"Secondly, there was that comedian from before. Besides his comedy work, he also tried directing some videotapes, which were surprisingly popular. In several stores on Central Avenue, the videotapes would be borrowed immediately as soon as they were returned."

Gu Ming was even more surprised.

I never expected him to have such a talented person by his side.

"who is it?"

"It's that guy named Takeshi Kitano."

Gu Ming stood up instantly.

Who is Takeshi Kitano?
Oh! It's that guy who made the film that made Yasuke criticize Oda Nobunaga.

Gu Ming sat down again.

The idea of ​​hyping up Oda Nobunaga is obviously a joke, but Takeshi Kitano is indeed a relatively famous director in Japan, with his own unique approach to gangster films.

However, Takeshi Kitano's acting skills are terrible because his mistress was in a car accident and suffered facial injuries, so his acting skills are very poor.

"Takeshi Kitano, Takeshi Kitano..."

Gu Ming kept repeating the name, pondering the works that Takeshi Kitano had once directed.

After a long while, Gu Ming finally spoke: "Ask him when he has time to come over, so we can talk in person and perhaps find out what he needs."

"Yes."

Tanaka's assistant responded and got up to leave.

……

……

It's the weekend, so Takeshi Kitano certainly has time.

Although he was initially coerced into the role, he quickly began to enjoy it, finding the work quite interesting. Or rather, from the moment he picked up the director's baton, Takeshi Kitano felt that this was what he was born to do.

Performing stand-up comedy is so boring! Acting is so much fun! He loves acting!
On this particular day, Takeshi Kitano was filming a video at a rented location, personally engaging in sexual acts with a prostitute he had hired for 5,000 yen a day. Kitano makes no secret of violence and sex; his films are filled with fists and pillows of various styles.

Even if nothing is actually done on camera, what Takeshi Kitano wants is that kind of intense, explosive tension.

"Kitano-kun! It's the agency on the phone!"

Takeshi Kitano didn't even look up.

Get lost, I'm busy!
"It's a call from the action agency."

Takeshi Kitano launched himself from the launch pad.

coming!

"Looking for me? Now? Okay, I'll be right there."

After hanging up the phone, Takeshi Kitano was filled with suspicion.

I never expected such a thing to happen!

"In that case, let's go take a look."

Takeshi Kitano shook his head and went out, boarded the tram, and transferred several times before arriving at the port area.

Upon entering the office, I saw an unfamiliar young girl squatting by the door. Although she was smiling, she seemed a little shy and didn't dare to go in.

Takeshi Kitano moved closer and stomped his foot on the ground, making a loud noise.

"Hey!! No entry allowed here!"

The little girl cried out and quickly ran away in fright.

Takeshi Kitano touched his face and sighed.

Does he really look that fierce?

Okay, even though he did it on purpose.

After seeing the young girl off, Takeshi Kitano swaggered into the office and met Gu Ming, who had been waiting for him.

"Oh, Kitano-kun, you've arrived."

Gu Ming casually handed a few sheets of paper that he had written on the spot to Kitano Takeshi.

"Look at this."

Takeshi Kitano was slightly taken aback, but he immediately started reading.

It would have been better if he hadn't looked at it, but upon closer inspection, Takeshi Kitano was greatly surprised.

What, what is this, Gugu-ge?! It can't be a script, can it?!

"I heard you've been making your own videos lately, and they're doing quite well?"

Takeshi Kitano nodded.

Uh-huh!

Gu Ming said, "But you probably haven't been a formal director before."

Takeshi Kitano continued to nod.

exactly.

Gu Ming spread his hands: "I'm planning to produce a new film, and you'll be the assistant director, working with Mr. Shishangsi on the filming."

Takeshi Kitano was taken aback.

Akio Jissoji, he's here too?

Well, he didn't come, but Akio Jisōji often thought to himself that since he was practically Taniguchi's personal director, they should sign him too.

Takeshi Kitano flipped through the simplified script again and seemed to really like the story.

This is a job I have no choice but to do.

"So, what is the name of this movie?"

Gu Ming gestured.

"Tentative title: The Violent Man"

(End of this chapter)