Seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune, I became a legend in the entertainment industry by avo

Chapter 134 Strategic Planning and Positioning

As the Golden Cicada Shedding Its Shell talisman was activated, he did not sense anything unusual.

He stood there for a few seconds, but all was quiet and nothing happened.

"That's it?"

Zhang Qilin looked around to make sure there was nothing unusual.

It seems that one cannot sense a talisman that does not affect oneself.

Trusting the talisman, Zhang Qilin paid no further attention.

He didn't linger, turned around and walked towards the rehearsal hall, throwing all his energy back into the play's rehearsal.

9:30 in the evening

In front of Zhang Qilin's desk in the courtyard, several character introductions were spread out, and related information was scrolling on the computer screen.

In the afternoon, Shen Ya called to ask him if he had chosen roles for several projects.

I've been busy dealing with endorsement deals these past few days and haven't decided which role to choose yet.

In fact, he only had two choices: "The 1911 Revolution" and "The Flowers of War".

He would definitely choose Fang Meng'ao for "No War in Beiping".

The most difficult roles to choose were the three characters in "1911 Revolution".

He had only heard of this movie but had never seen it.

When this film was broadcast on Earth, he was a teenager, at an age when he was infatuated with beautiful women.

Back then, people went to the movies to pick up girls.

He looked at the three people's profiles and analyzed their strengths and weaknesses.

Lin Juemin: One of the Seventy-Two Martyrs of Huanghuagang, who left behind the famous "Letter to My Wife".

The character possesses the aura of a tragic hero, making it easy for the audience to empathize with him.

It possesses a complete narrative arc, from joining the war and being arrested to delivering a passionate speech at the execution ground, with rich and layered characters.

However, her screen time is concentrated around the time of the Guangzhou Uprising, and in a star-studded tribute film, she is easily overshadowed by the brilliance of others.

Yu Peilun: Also a martyr of Huanghuagang, he was responsible for making bombs and participated in the uprising, and had more action scenes.

Especially the scene where he lunges at the Qing soldiers with explosives in his arms.

If the performance is impactful enough, those ten-odd seconds of sacrifice footage, accompanied by emotional background music, are very likely to be repeatedly used in various short videos, becoming a highlight.

However, Yu Peilun has even fewer scenes, lacks independent background information and character development, and the character is relatively flat.

No matter how good the acting is, it's easy to be overshadowed by characters with rich storylines.

Yuan Keding: Yuan Shikai's eldest son, and the mastermind behind Yuan Shikai's attempt to become emperor.

The character inherently carries historical relevance.

However, he is merely an appendage to Yuan Shikai's story, lacking an independent perspective and in-depth exploration, making it difficult for him to leave a distinct mark on the audience's mind.

Overall, Lin Juemin's character arc is the most complete.

However, the visual impact of Yu Peilun's sacrifice scene, lasting only a dozen seconds, coupled with the perfectly timed music, could very well lead to its viral spread.

As he hesitated, a thought suddenly flashed through his mind.

He picked up the introduction of Instructor Li from "The Flowers of War" and then flipped through the introduction of Fang Meng'ao from "No War in Beiping".

These are all mainstream works, and their core themes are patriotism and love for one's country.

His rendition of "Ode to Coral" on CCTV also belongs to this category.

After 2016, this track will truly take off.

If he starts now and dedicates himself to this field, coupled with his background at Beijing People's Art Theatre, then he can truly succeed.

He will have more say in this field.

The more Zhang Qilin thought about it, the more he felt that this path was feasible.

In the entertainment industry, finding the right path and cultivating it deeply is key to long-term development.

The current patriotic theme is undoubtedly a fertile ground with great potential.

He re-examined the character descriptions of the several mainstream works in his hands.

Although Instructor Li in "The Flowers of War" is a supporting character, the role is full of complexity and dramatic tension.

Against the backdrop of brutal war, he possesses not only the fortitude of a soldier, but also the protection of civilians, and the human struggle and choices made in dire circumstances.

Fang Meng'ao in "No War in Beiping" is a character with a distinct personality and great charm.

Amidst the turbulent political struggles and complex tests of human nature, his inner world was both profound and deeply torn apart.

And the Xinhai Revolution —

His gaze eventually settled on Lin Juemin's biography.

The halo of a tragic hero.

A complete and moving narrative arc.

There is also the "Letter to My Wife" that has been passed down through the ages.

This is a cultural symbol that can transcend the screen and reach people's hearts by conveying national sentiments and personal emotions.

Lin Juemin's awakening, Instructor Li's protection, and Fang Meng'ao's power struggle form a complete spectrum of characters.

One calmly faced death for his faith on the eve of dawn, another sacrificed himself for others in the darkest hour, and the third persevered and struggled for his ideals amidst the fog.

This perfectly constitutes a complete spectrum of an actor's character, from the awakening of idealism, to the struggle of idealism in reality, and then to the martyrdom and protection of idealism.

They exist at different levels of history, yet they both exemplify the meaning of choice and sacrifice.

Three storylines, three expressions, though set against different historical backgrounds, all share common characteristics: a sense of national pride, a commitment to justice, and a tragic element.

If he can portray Lin Juemin's integrity as a scholar, Li the fortitude of a soldier, and Fang Meng'ao's introspection and inner conflict well.

There will definitely be awards to be won, since serious dramas are more likely to win awards.

More importantly, all three characters possess a strong sense of sacrifice and morality.

If he performs well, he will become the best choice in the eyes of the audience to portray the patriotism and national sentiments of modern China.

He will complete a strategic positioning in this mainstream track.

Make yourself a role model on the path of patriotism.

After figuring all this out, Zhang Qilin called Shen Ya and told her about his choice.

He then set the materials aside, waiting for the process to finish and for him to receive the script before searching for more information based on the content.

He is currently focusing on rehearsing plays.

Although he can't perform on stage, he can still learn a lot from rehearsals.

The next morning, Zhao Tongfu informed him that the production team would arrange for GG to be filmed in a couple of days, and that he had already asked the crew for leave on his behalf.

Zhang Qilin did a perfunctory job.

He wondered why nothing had happened yet.

Two days later, Zhang Qilin was taken to the GG filming location by Zhao Tongfu.

The photoshoot for the "Overbearing Shampoo" product was held in a creative park.

The shed features a simple and bright home-style backdrop, with soft lighting coming from all directions, striving to create a professional, scientific, and trustworthy atmosphere.

The director is from Hong Kong, in his thirties, and speaks very fast.

He handed over a few sheets of printed paper: "Mr. Zhang, you'll be showing off the shampoo in front of the camera in a bit. Try your best to look very satisfied. This is the script. Take a look and get a feel for it."

Zhang Qilin took the GG lyrics and frowned upon reading them.

The GG stylist is full of exaggerated claims, stating that using the domineering shampoo can not only make hair smooth and shiny, but also solve a variety of scalp problems, and even imply that long-term use has a magical effect on hair growth.

This made Zhang Qilin very uncomfortable. He knew that these effects had not been scientifically verified, and such advertising was undoubtedly misleading consumers.

What annoyed him even more was that the description in the video said he had used the video for several months in advance to verify its authenticity before agreeing to do it.

Zhang Qilin couldn't help but think to himself, "Isn't this just blatant lying?"

He only saw the actual product when he arrived at the site. When had he ever used it?

At that moment, a sense of warning rose in his mind, and he felt a sense of crisis about this line of dialogue.

He knew this was a warning from his "Clear Stream Mark" destiny, indicating that there was something wrong with this line.

Instead of immediately raising objections, he sat down to the side with the GG words in his hand, pretending to get a feel for it.

In private, however, he would concentrate and focus his mind.

A surge of light filled his mind, and the Heavenly Compass appeared before him.

He silently wondered, "Daily Fortune Telling, what impact will this dialogue have on me?"

The compass shimmered with light, and the runes on the surface of the divination tube flickered.

A jade divination stick flew out of the divination tube.

[Winning the lottery, bad luck]

Hong Kong media discovered a product quality issue. If you filmed this clip as requested, and the problem is exposed a few days later, the domineering side will use this clip to quell public opinion and secretly instruct online trolls to get the Beijing People's Art Theatre to endorse it. (Reward: Clear Stream Mark Fragment +1, Topic Insulation Talisman +1)

Upon seeing the fortune slip, Zhang Qilin suddenly understood.

He knew it! It's been several days, why hasn't there been a problem yet? It turns out it's the power of money that's causing this.

Knowing the other party's intentions, he could only try to delay.

Zhang Qilin walked up to the director with the GG script in his hand and said calmly, "Director, could you please change the GG script? I've never used it before. Asking me to say I've used it in GG is just deceiving the public."

The director glanced up at Zhang Qilin and quickly said in fluent, broad-spectrum English, "Mr. Zhang, don't worry, it's just a normal line. Everyone shoots it like this. The audience is watching for the feeling and the atmosphere. Who really cares whether you used it or not?"

Zhang Qilin shook his head and handed the script back to the director: "I'm sorry, I can't say things I didn't do. This entire script has to be scrapped—"

His voice wasn't loud, but it carried an uncompromising tone.

The atmosphere inside the shed subtly changed because of Zhang Qilin's words.

Several staff members stopped what they were doing and looked over with puzzled eyes.

The director's smile faded slightly, and he spoke faster: "Mr. Zhang, this makes things very difficult for us. The script has been confirmed by the brand, and any last-minute changes require approval from multiple levels, which is very troublesome. Moreover, the shooting schedule is already arranged, and every minute and second of the location, lighting, and personnel costs money."

At this moment, Zhao Tongfu, who had been standing not far away talking with the brand representative, also noticed the commotion and quickly walked over.

He put on a professional smile and nodded to the director first.

Then he pulled Zhang Qilin aside and lowered his voice: "Xiao Zhang, what are you doing? What kind of spokesperson is so concerned about this? Everyone has been through this. GG words are just a promotional phrase. Nobody really cares whether you've used them or not."

Zhang Qilin looked at Zhao Tongfu seriously: "Director Zhao, I learned at the Beijing People's Art Theatre that I must be meticulous in my work. The line in the script says that I have been using it for several months, which is false. I cannot lie and deceive the audience in front of the camera."

Zhao Tongfu patiently explained to Zhang Qilin, "These are common expressions in the industry, used to enhance persuasiveness. They're not lying. Qilin, we've already signed the contract, just cooperate and that's it."

"The contract didn't say I had to lie," Zhang Qilin said calmly.

At this moment, Lin Xiang, the brand representative, also came over.