Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 533 Sweeping into the Metropolitan Police Department

Project A premiered on November 21st.

Gu Ming also went to the cinema to watch it. It was largely similar to the Project A movie he had seen, but the details were different, and the plot was more coherent.

This was Jackie Chan's first film, from a scattered script to actual shooting, so there were many shortcomings along the way. But after these were overcome, the quality is quite outstanding.

Early in the morning, Gu Ming saw Cheng Long burst into the door, beaming with joy.

"Finally, I've swept away the bad luck from the Americans. This movie is a huge hit in Hong Kong. Let's see who dares to criticize me now!"

Gu Ming said, "Your godfather."

Cheng Long deflated instantly.

You can't criticize this, but you can really curse him.

However, when his godfather was mentioned, Cheng Long immediately sat up straight.

"Speaking of which, someone did a survey yesterday, and you know what? Quite a few office workers went to see my movie! Door-to-door canvassing really works! They actually went to see it!"

Gu Ming shrugged.

Of course, white-collar workers have money but nowhere to spend it, so they'll definitely go where they can spend it.

“You didn’t see it…” Cheng Long held back the rest of his sentence.

At that moment, Raymond Chow's expression was quite remarkable.

What was initially thought to be a useless tactic turned out to be so effective, truly teaching the elderly a lesson!
Even Jackie Chan himself felt a sense of pride and triumph.

"My godfather also said that he promised that if you have any film offers, you can come to me anytime. As long as I'm not making movies, I can come anytime!"

Gu Ming sat up straight.

He had this idea before, but Cheng Long never had the chance because he had to get past Raymond Chow.

Now, we've finally received permission and can find an opportunity to make a movie.

However, scripts with two male leads are not easy to write.

Since neither of them can act in Infernal Affairs, they still need to carefully consider what to film.

Once he relaxed, Cheng Long was back to being the energetic young man he always was.

"Finally, I can have some free time. Ah Sen has been keeping you company these past few days. Now that I'm free, I'll take you on a fun trip to Hong Kong!"

"Sorry, I also have a video to promote, so I need to go back as soon as possible."

Jackie Chan was taken aback: "What time?"

“Now.” Gu Ming tapped his watch. “Chen Jun booked a flight for me for noon. I need to get back to Tokyo as soon as possible.”

Cheng Long couldn't help but exclaim, "Holy crap!"

He was the one who brought the person over, but he didn't even have time to entertain him.

"A movie promotion? I'm going too!"

Although he doesn't speak Japanese, facial recognition should still work!
Chen Desen hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

Brother Long, the tickets for noon are sold out! We'll have to go tomorrow!

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"You're finally back!"

As soon as Gu Minggang landed in Tokyo, a Mercedes-Benz drove up in front of him and came to an abrupt stop.

Kadokawa Haruki peeked out from inside and casually pulled Tani Akira into the carriage.

As soon as Haruki Kadokawa opened his mouth, he launched into a long list of promotional plans.

"You all have to go, not one less. Besides filming, promotion is also very important!"

Gu Ming responded, "What about door-to-door sales?"

"Sweeping buildings?"

Gu Ming quickly said a few words, and Kadokawa Haruki immediately understood.

"That's great! But I suggest you don't just sweep ordinary buildings, go sweep the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department! You don't know, ever since that movie 'Violent Cop,' many police officers in Tokyo and even throughout Japan have really liked your films. You think all police officers are like the characters played by Ken Takakura, but actually, many police officers secretly want to be like Ryosuke Gasai!"

Gu Ming hissed.

Going to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department building for a sweep?
He even did parkour at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department before!

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Cheng Long arrived in Japan the next day, bringing along several of his "Project A" underlings, including Yuen Biao. He naturally went on the house-hopping tour as well.

Gu Ming, however, did not follow the same route as him. Kadokawa Haruki's plan was to first go to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, and then sweep through police stations, mobile police stations, and so on throughout Tokyo.

If you're going to canvass the Metropolitan Police Department building, you can't deliver coffee, and even if you do, you can't drink it; that's the rule.

Kadokawa Haruki said he would make arrangements, and Gu Ming was genuinely curious about what those arrangements would be.

As the van stopped, Gu Ming approached and saw the people inside using a handcart to pull out a large pile of boxes.

"Wait, so much stuff?"

"Not much, Brother Gu, it's very light."

Gu Ming took a look.

It was indeed very light; the large box actually contained only very light items.

Belt buckle!
Gu Mingzhen never expected that what Kadokawa Haruki took out would be a belt buckle!

The gifts included with door-to-door visits are mainly items such as belt buckles, wallets, and plain black ties.

After a moment's thought, Gu Ming felt relieved.

Haruki Kadokawa certainly knows how to choose.

Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to belts, but belt buckles are different. Belt buckles are also a type of men's accessory, and a good-looking belt buckle is just as important as a woman's earrings and necklace.

Although the belt buckles they give away may not be liked by everyone, there will always be someone who collects them.

"Let's go."

Gu Ming waved his hand and led Koizumi and Tanaka into the Metropolitan Police Department building.

Gu Ming had already informed them of his arrival, indicating that he would be visiting today; this was a kind of pre-arranged visit.

The Metropolitan Police Department also gave a definite answer.

—You can come, but there are some places you are not allowed to go, such as the armory, shooting range, etc.

"Promoting a movie even at the Metropolitan Police Department, is this the first time?"

Gu Ming sighed and raised his hand to greet the people in front of him.

After a brief silence, everyone immediately looked at the people accompanying Akira Furuya.

Gu Ming wasn't very familiar with Japanese police ranks, but this person's position was definitely not low; he was at least a Superintendent General.

"Director Koyama..."

The director, named Koyama, responded with a lukewarm smile.

Of course! Come on, everyone come! No problem!

With permission from their superiors, the police officers in the hall stepped forward one after another, maintaining an eerie silence that momentarily made the scene resemble a handshake event.

"This doesn't seem like door-to-door canvassing?"

Gu Ming scratched his head inwardly, thinking that there was no need to worry about it anymore; he should send the gifts and talk about the movie first.

The older police officer at the front of the group stood in front of Gu Ming with an approving look on his face.

"I never expected to see Mr. Furuya in a place like this. That movie was very well made. We need some entertaining works that tell more about our hard work!"

"Um...yes, you're right."

Gu Ming found it difficult to reply.

There are absolutely no positive characters in that movie!

Because Ryosuke Gasai is basically a violent maniac who likes to beat people up, and the original work is Takeshi Kitano's brutal homage to the movie "A Clockwork Orange".

But now it seems that many police officers think this way.

Gu Ming casually handed out gifts to the group and carefully tied a tie for a young police officer. Judging from the officer's expression, he would probably keep the tie forever.

Director Koyama stepped forward and asked, "Furutani-kun, where do you plan to go next?"

"Yes, of course it's the office." Gu Ming gestured.

In short, we have to walk through the entire Metropolitan Police Department building and even the detention center!
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Meanwhile, in Setagaya Ward, Cheng Long arrived at the pre-booked promotional location.

(End of this chapter)