I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

Chapter 13 Movie Watching Party

Once the film was completed, Cheng Sheng immediately informed the principal, and then notified Yang Chao, Zhang Yang, the students who participated in the filming, and Han Sanye from China Film Group.

Although China Film Group did not invest in its own films, Cheng Sheng still needed Han Sanye to help with the distribution of his films due to a performance-based agreement.

Moreover, Cheng Sheng also hoped that the film would be submitted for review under the name of China Film Group.

The movie "The Origins of the Tang Dynasty" shouldn't have too much trouble getting approved, but one thing is unavoidable.

Movies are usually cut during the censorship process, regardless of whether there are any problems or not.

One reason is that the film rating system requires strict review of film content to ensure that it meets the corresponding rating standards.

For example, film rating systems specify in detail the number of profanities and gore scenes that can appear in a film.

Secondly, movies emphasize summarizing the essentials and cannot allow for lengthy shots like television dramas.

Therefore, in order to ensure that the audience can sit in their seats for 90 minutes or even longer, the film needs to be cut without appearing to drag.

Third, some violent and pornographic scenes are an important part of the film's narrative, thematic presentation, and aesthetic form.

There are a few more points, but they are not very important.

The most important point is that there is no such thing as leaving it uncut, because that would not demonstrate the authority of the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television.

Of course, nowadays many movies are said to be uncut when they pass censorship.

But is this true?

surely not.

The traditional notion of "uncut" can be seen as a gimmick. Why would you cut a movie that conveys positive energy and promotes human kindness? It might be a promotional strategy for the distributor.

The practice of leaving the cuts uncut has gradually become a form of advertising.

Although Cheng Sheng's film was fine, he was also worried that the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television might act recklessly.

But if it's submitted for review under the name of China Film Group, they'll likely show leniency out of respect for the group.

After the film production is completed, Cheng Sheng will hold a screening.

Cheng Sheng chose to show the film in the school's small screening room.

Not many people were invited.

Besides the school teachers, there were also several main actors and Master Han.

Before the movie started, Han Sanye praised Cheng Sheng out of politeness, but Cheng Sheng could tell that Han Sanye didn't care about his film at all.

His presence here is probably due to a betting arrangement, or perhaps he wants to see what a movie made with 100 million yuan would be like.

"Old Han, this movie will definitely not disappoint you."

Principal Xu Xiaozhong said, sitting next to Third Master Han.

"Oh! Judging from your expression, you're very confident in Cheng Sheng's movie?" Master Han thought for a moment and then lowered his voice.

Principal Xu Xiaozhong laughed and said, "Of course, I went to the set and saw it. Cheng Sheng's ability is beyond question, and the actors' acting skills are first-class. I plan to send this movie to Europe in the name of the school."

Upon hearing this, Master Han was quite shocked. He hadn't expected Xu Xiaozhong to have such a high opinion of Cheng Sheng and the actors in the movie.

Furthermore, they want to take the film to Europe to "gild" it.

He had known Xu Xiaozhong for many years and knew that he was not the kind of person who made empty boasts.

If the film could be taken to Europe under the school's name, then it seems that the film is not as bad as outsiders say.

"Are you confident?" Third Master Han asked cautiously. Third Master Han's meaning was very clear: he was asking if he was confident of being selected for a European award.

Xu Xiaozhong lowered his voice and said, "You'll know the answer to this question after you watch the movie."

The movie starts playing.

Amidst shouts of battle, the movie slowly begins.

It all started with Yang Guang being besieged at Yanmen Pass. Eight or nine out of the forty cities of Yanmen Commandery had already fallen. Facing the fierce attack of Shibi Khan, Yang Guang, who was holed up in Yanmen Commandery, was in dire straits. What awaited him was not only death, but also fear. As a monarch, he had lost face. Hunger was his feeling when he was besieged, and losing face was his state of mind.

How to escape the perilous situation became Yang Guang's primary objective.

Breaking out was impossible. Facing 100,000 Turkic cavalry, the chances of successfully breaking out of the city were slim. Every day they were trapped meant less food and a greater chance of annihilation.

The seventeen-year-old Li Shimin was a member of this rescue army. This was the first battle in Li Shimin's military career, as recorded in history books. His insight and strategy saved Yang Guang and earned him a good reputation.

He suggested to Yun Dingxing that, while the Turks were unaware of the true situation, they could use a feint attack.

This scene lasted about twenty minutes, but the audience showed no impatience; instead, they stared at the screen with serious expressions.

The scene where the troops, dressed as Turkic soldiers, launched a fierce attack on Yanmen Pass with tens of thousands of soldiers, left everyone stunned.

They seemed to be on a battlefield, experiencing its cruelty and passion.

I wish I could transform into a soldier from that time and fight a great battle with the Turks.

Seeing Yang Guang cry in fear, they could feel his weakness and helplessness, as if they had stepped into Yang Guang's shoes.

When the seventeen-year-old Li Shimin appeared, they projected themselves onto Li Shimin, experiencing the charm of this future Emperor Taizong of Tang, who would become famous throughout history.

A seventeen-year-old boy would be just a high school student today, but at this time, Li Shimin was already struggling with the army, even saving Yang Guang, and later raising an army to rebel against the Sui Dynasty.

Anyone who sees Li Shimin in the movie will call him a young hero.

The film has two main characters: Yang Guang and Li Shimin.

The contrast between the two characters in the movie is quite obvious.

Emperor Yang Guang was incompetent, cruel, and pleasure-seeking, showing no compassion for the people.

Li Shimin was a wise and brave young war god who was invincible on the battlefield and treated people with courtesy. He was simply a perfect young hero.

She truly deserves to be called the "white moonlight" in history.

Fu Dalong and Zheng Guolin, who played these two characters, perfectly matched their temperaments and delivered outstanding performances, instantly drawing the audience into the characters and allowing them to experience the chaotic world at the end of the Sui Dynasty and the beginning of the Tang Dynasty.

Of course, Fu Dalong wasn't the only one to give an outstanding performance in the movie; Zheng Guolin also did.

Among them is Du Ziguo, who plays Li Yuan. He also played Li Yuan in last year's "Heroes of Sui and Tang Dynasties".

Moreover, he is widely regarded as the best actor to portray Li Yuan.

Of course, Cheng Sheng would bring him in to play Li Yuan.

Du Ziguo is a major supporting character, but he appears a lot, making him arguably the character with the most appearances besides Fu Dalong and Zheng Guolin.

In addition, Liu Duanduan, who plays Li Jiancheng, is also a character who appears in a lot of scenes.

Liu Duanduan is a student at the Central Academy of Drama. Cheng Sheng cast him as Li Jiancheng mainly because he fits Li Jiancheng's temperament and also because of another memory.

In another timeline, Liu Duanduan had been an unknown figure for many years. What truly made him a star was his role as the Second Prince Li Chengze in "Joy of Life".

(End of this chapter)