Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 440 The Girl and Her Sister

A violent man.

This film was made in 1989, written, directed and starred by Takeshi Kitano, who was a newcomer at the time.

As a film enthusiast, he received a ration of 8.9 million yen.

That means the actual box office revenue is at least 18 billion yuan.

Of course, after splitting the profits with the publisher, the actual revenue should only be around two or three hundred million.

However, that's because Takeshi Kitano, as a beginner, had problems with the film arrangement and lacked fame, making him somewhat inadequate in various aspects.

Now that it's Gu Ming, things are different.

In this film, Takeshi Kitano showcases his violent aesthetics, portraying a stoic yet ferocious protagonist who confronts all enemies with brutal violence.

The film is good, but there's one bad thing about it.

The female characters in the story suffered physical abuse.

Gu Ming did not like this kind of plot.

Especially when the female character is the protagonist's sister.

"You can't force your sister just because she's mentally challenged! She's already pitiful enough as to be beaten, why make her stronger?"

Gu Ming glanced at Takeshi Kitano and couldn't help but shake his head.

Fists and pillows are true, but pillows can't be strong!
Takeshi Kitano felt a chill run down his spine from that look, unable to understand what it meant.

Could it mean that 'Takeshi Kitano is no good'?
In short, Takeshi Kitano's incompetence can be summed up in five words.

That means the character "五" (five) won't work.

“This word 'five'... ah no, I mean, this movie, you and Mr. Shishang Temple should watch it carefully and learn from it, so that you will be qualified to be the cinematographer in the future.”

As Gu Ming spoke, he stood up and casually punched Kitano Takeshi on the shoulder.

Takeshi Kitano felt his body suddenly drop, as if he had been slammed to the ground.

"Let's go, you haven't had lunch yet, have you? Let's go out for ramen. Koizumi knows a lot of good ramen shops."

Takeshi Kitano couldn't help but pinch his big ears.

Actually, he had already eaten lunch!

However, having dinner with the boss is still an option.

After all, it's just accompanying someone to dinner, not accompanying them to sleep.

Thinking of this, Takeshi Kitano looked up at Gu Ming and thought to himself that there were some rumors about Gu Ming recently.

I probably won't let him go to bed with me!

Takeshi Kitano raised his hand and touched his face again, feeling somewhat relieved.

Luckily, he's not good-looking!

"So, Brother Gu, are we still going to film this movie at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department?"

"of course."

In fact, Gu Ming wasn't entirely sure if he could infiltrate the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department this time.

"Then we need an actress, a little girl, because she's a younger sister."

"Yes, little sister."

"My younger sister... or Miss Yakushimaru?"

Gu Ming thought for a moment.

It's not impossible, but she's been taking classes recently, so I'm afraid she won't have the chance.

Gu Ming thought to himself, "I can go and ask first."

Takeshi Kitano nodded, pondering the matter.

My dear sister, you need a little girl.

Gu Ming was also scratching his head.

So, what is Akina Nakamori doing now?

What is Miho Nakayama doing?
Oh, Miho Nakayama isn't as cute as her younger sister, Shinobu Nakayama.

Shinobu Nakayama is so cute, her little tiger teeth are adorable, and she even got to play a couple with Jet Li.

That's right, Shinobu Nakayama is the female protagonist in Fist of Legend.

There are rumors that Shinobu Nakayama remained unmarried for life because of Jet Li. Although it's just a rumor, Gu Ming still wants to say that Shinobu Nakayama is indeed quite adorable.

Lost in thought, the two walked out of the office. Out of the corner of his eye, Gu Ming noticed a little girl squatting outside, pursing her lips and smiling foolishly. She seemed about to come over, but was too shy. Especially after seeing Kitano Takeshi, she shrank into a ball.

Gu Ming glanced sideways at the little girl by the stairs.

"Kitano-kun, is this your daughter?"

"of course not!"

"Did you bully her?"

"No! By Amaterasu, do I look like the kind of person who would bully others?"

Gu Ming glanced at Takeshi Kitano's face.

so similar!
Gu Ming temporarily shook off Kitano Takeshi and took the initiative to walk over.

The little girl was clearly still a bit scared, but when she saw that only Gu Ming was coming over, she took the initiative to step forward, mustered up her courage, and pulled out a notebook from behind her back.

"Mr. Furuya! Hello!! I am Yukiko Shimizu, a junior high school student. Um, I really like that movie, 'Sailor Suit and Machine Gun'."

As soon as she said that, Gu Ming understood.

Little fan, here for an autograph!
Gu Ming has always been very harmonious, and he is still so now.

He immediately reached out and took the notebook, signing it for the young fan.

Gu Ming has been here for several years and has practiced calligraphy for a while. He has also designed artistic signatures and can now write Japanese very well.

—By the way, knowing Chinese and knowing Japanese kanji are two different things. Many Japanese kanji characters don't have the same meaning as their Chinese counterparts. So I have to learn all of these again.

After getting an autograph, the little fan hugged the notebook, her face beaming with happiness.

“You’re so young to be running to the agency. Um, Yukiko.” Tani Akira squatted down. “Where do you live? In Tokyo? I’ll have someone take you home.”

Yukiko Shimizu first shook her head, but then nodded vigorously.

OK! Very good!

Gu Ming called to Xiao Quan and asked him to arrange for the girl to be sent home.

As for Gu Ming, he's still busy.

They picked up a van from the agency that was nearby and took Takeshi Kitano to eat ramen, where they could also discuss the movie.

Watching Gu Ming and Kitano Takeshi leave, Shimizu Yukiko pursed her lips, looking aggrieved.

Damn it!
She didn't want to agree at first; she thought Gu Ming would be taking her home!
Koizumi was quite responsible; he opened the back door and invited the girl to get in.

"Come on, get in the car. Brother Gu has a lot of work to do. He's about to film a new movie. Let me take you home."

Yukiko Shimizu nodded, made no further complaints, and got into the car.

Yukiko Shimizu, sitting in the car, had a happy expression on her face.

Brother, brother! I rode in your car, will my sister beat me up?

How scary, sister! Unlike me, I only feel sorry for my brother.
……

……

Gu Ming invited Jisōji Akio, who was unemployed at home, and also had a brief talk with Kitano Takeshi. Both sides were very satisfied.

There are some issues with the script.

“I will have the script refined by the planning department of Mangoku. You can also add some details and feel free to improvise. Kitano-kun, you can add any violent scenes you like, but only a little.”

Gu Ming held up one finger: "First, the protagonist cannot drink excessively or smoke. If he drinks excessively, there must be bad consequences. Second, he is not allowed to be physically strong!"

Takeshi Kitano looked up instantly, a sense of unease at being seen through.

I'm speechless!
How did Akira Furuya know that he was planning to film a muscular scene?

Gu Ming pressed down on his shoulder, applying more pressure.

"Pillows are fine, but I've seen a few of your videotapes. You dare to film scenes with strong physiques? Haha."

Takeshi Kitano immediately stood at attention: "I don't need you to throw me, I'll jump into Tokyo Bay myself!"

"What a joke! I'm a legitimate actor, how could I possibly sink someone in Tokyo Bay?"

Gu Ming laughed heartily, patting Kitano Takeshi on the shoulder: "Don't worry, I won't sink you in Tokyo Bay! Hahahaha..."

Takeshi Kitano thought back to Tokyo Bay and silently swallowed.

Good heavens! Aren't they still going to dump people in Tokyo Bay?!

(End of this chapter)