Chinese Entertainment: Directors Start with the Fairy Sister

Chapter 74 continues filming; are they planning to make a film like "Lust, Caution"?!

Entering the world of "Xiao Wei" does not mean the end of Liu Yifei's torment.

All we can say is that "Painted Skin" can finally officially start filming. Although setbacks are inevitable, filming is progressing steadily.

"Director," Yan Danchen asked, somewhat puzzled, looking at Wang Kai's strange lizard demon attire, "They're all monsters, so why can't Wang Kai transform into human form like Yi Fei?"

Although Zhao Yanxi was somewhat sharp-tongued and strict during filming, she was easy to talk to off-screen, so Yan Danchen didn't hold back and asked directly.

"Otherwise, this outfit would take half a day to style every time we film a movie."

Zhao Yanxi glanced at her: "Haven't you read 'Journey to the West'?"

"I've seen it!" Yan Danchen replied, puzzled. "What...is there any connection?"

"Last month, the movie 'Bull Demon King' starring Jun-ge was released. Ask Jun-ge if those bull horns are ugly or not~" Zhao Yanxi asked Jiao Enjun with a smile.

"Not ugly at all, I think he's quite handsome!" Jiao Enjun chuckled.

"See?" Zhao Yanxi shrugged.

"Huh?!" Yan Danchen was still puzzled.

"Female demons transform into human form to look good, but male demons are different. When male demons transform, they generally think, 'Wow, this horn is so cool, I have to keep it,' or 'This skin is so cool...'... So male demons can't have too many features when they transform."

"Male viewers don't like seeing male monsters steal their thunder!"

"Click!"

While speaking, Zhao Yanxi also kept an eye on the scene. When she noticed something was wrong, she immediately called "cut".

As a newcomer, Wang Kai immediately apologized: "I'm sorry, director, I didn't perform well."

"Hmm," Zhao Yanxi nodded slightly, "There was something wrong with your gaze just now."

"Your eyes shouldn't only show love, but also anxiety and urgency. You don't want Xiaowei to stay in the city any longer, you're worried about her safety, and you don't want her to fall in love with Wang Sheng."

"But your problem is alright, the real problem is you, Xiao Liu!"

"ah"

Liu Yifei, who was just feeling smug and thought her performance was flawless, was suddenly stunned, her mouth agape.

Seeing Zhao Yanxi's stern expression, the humble Xiao Liu could only reluctantly come over to listen to his instructions.

"Your gaze was too friendly just now. Be a little fiercer! He may be your subordinate, but he's also someone who wants to drive a wedge between you and Wang Sheng."

"You resent the trouble he caused, which forced Wang Sheng to go out and apprehend the culprit, preventing him from staying home with you."

Zhao Yanxi walked up to Liu Yifei and gently pinched her chin: "Eyes, give me your eyes! Imagine you are a queen, and he is nothing more than a dog at your feet."

Liu Yifei took a deep breath and tried to adjust her state. When filming resumed, her eyes were indeed much sharper.

"Do you even know what love is?! You fly-eating bastard, do you even know what love is?"

"Cut!" Zhao Yanxi called out again, "Wang Kai, your expression is too much! You need to be more restrained, more controlled! You're a humble pursuer, not a pervert!"

Wang Kai nodded repeatedly, wiping the sweat from his forehead.

Everyone laughed and joked, but Liu Yifei glanced at Zhao Yanxi with annoyance—why did his words sound so familiar?

He's definitely been there!

"Get ready, let's do it again!"

The script supervisor slammed the clapperboard, and the show began immediately. Liu Yifei, sitting in her chair, slightly raised her upper body, looking down at him angrily, and said, "Do you even know what love is! You bastard who eats flies all day long..."

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"Excellent!" Zhao Yanxi finally smiled with satisfaction. "That's the feeling! Keep it up!"

"I know, I've told you," Wang Sheng said eagerly, "I love you!"

"But I don't love you—" Liu Yifei roared.

Wang Kai looked up, a hint of pain flashing in his eyes, but he could only lower his head in humility and agony.

"Okay, this one's approved!"

Liu Yifei let out a long sigh of relief, only then realizing that her back was soaked with sweat. She looked at Wang Kai beside her and smiled apologetically, "I'm sorry for making you reshoot so many times."

Wang Kai quickly waved his hand: "It's okay, it's just that my acting wasn't good enough."

Zhao Yanxi walked over, and unusually showed an approving look: "Qianqian has made great progress this time, and that look in her eyes is very charming."

Remember this state; maintain it in the following scenes.

If he acts well, he's called Xixi; if he acts poorly, he's called Xiao Liu, you dog of a man!

This year's Shanghai Film Festival is of a much higher standard than in previous years.

A host of celebrities were present, including Li An, Jiang Wen, and Feng Xiaogang, the latter of whom was also the vice chairman of the main competition section, which was chaired by Luc Besson.

Most of them have new works this year, and participating in film festivals is also a way to promote their own projects.

However, what truly caused a sensation in the industry was not the Shanghai Film Festival, but Li An's announcement during the festival of a new project—the film "Lust, Caution," adapted from the novel of the same name, which had begun casting!

With an Oscar-winning director personally directing, it's an absolute temptation for actors in the industry, a direct path to stardom on the international film scene.

The cast and crew of "Painted Skin," including young actresses Liu Yifei and Yan Danchen, are all eagerly anticipating it.

"Yanxi, news has come from Hongxingwu. It seems that Li An's casting director has contacted Hongxingwu, wanting to invite Qianqian to audition!"

Liu Xiaoli's news immediately set the crew ablaze, with Sun Li, Yan Danchen, Wang Kai, and others looking on with envy.

Liu Yifei also looked at Zhao Yanxi with anticipation, seemingly somewhat interested as well.

After all, it was Li An.

"I can't act!" Zhao Yanxi shook her head decisively and refused.

Why?

Liu Xiaoli paused, somewhat puzzled.

Have you read the novel "Lust, Caution"?

Zhao Yanxi looked at everyone, and they all shook their heads and remained silent. Even Liu Yifei, who called herself "Literary Fei," had never read such a bourgeois book.

"The protagonist of this book has a problematic stance, whitewashing traitors. The act of making this film is controversial in itself, not to mention the large amount of erotic descriptions in the book. If Li An could make Brokeback Mountain like that, let alone Lust, Caution."

"Whoever acts in it will ruin it!" Zhao Yanxi asserted.

Upon hearing that there was a sex scene, Liu Yifei shook her head as expected.

In "Painted Skin," there are some scenes where Xiao Wei seduces Wang Sheng, so Yan Xi made many changes. For the final scenes with exposed backs, stand-ins were also prepared.

Liu Yifei understands, appreciates, and even likes men's possessiveness.

If there is no love, who would want to possess?

"Okay, then I'll contact Red Starwood to decline and tell them that I really don't have the time."

Although Red Starwood declined, the news that "the casting for 'Lust, Caution' will be held in Beijing in late June" still sent shivers down the spines of the entire entertainment industry.

In particular, Li An explicitly stated that this time, just like with "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," he will choose a combination of veteran actors and newcomers, just like Chow Yun-fat and Zhang Ziyi.

Art schools such as Beijing Film Academy, Central Academy of Drama, Beijing Dance Academy, and Communication University of China were immediately thrown into turmoil.

Whether they've graduated or not, everyone is actively preparing.

Media reports described Li An's requirements for the female lead: "A petite and exquisite southern beauty, with a delicate face, a graceful figure, expectations of sexuality, and a maturity beyond her years..."

After seeing the casting requirements, Liu Xiaoli's anxiety finally subsided!

Not only did they refuse to let Liu Yifei play the role, they even called Shu Chang specifically to tell her not to accept the part.

A wise mother!

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