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Chapter 105 An actor who doesn't want to be a director is definitely not a good capitalist [Please subscribe]

Although "The Taking of Tiger Mountain" features action actors like Jiang Yang and Xie Miao, it has almost no real fight scenes; it's mostly gunfights.

After all, we live in the age of firearms.

Besides, wearing a bulky cotton-padded coat, one can't really make any decent moves.

If I had to say, Yang Zirong and Zuo Shandiao had a one-on-one fight.

At the very end of the movie, when Squad 203 launched a night raid on Tiger Mountain, Zuo Shandiao attempted to escape by plane, but Yang Zirong stopped him by grabbing the plane with his bare hands—he was practically a superman.

Jiang Yang was willing to call him "Airplane Hero," no wonder Yang Zirong later became a captain.

Of course, this part is too bizarre. Putting aside whether there are any airplanes on Tiger Mountain, how could the old bandit leader, Zuo Shandiao, still be able to fly one?

Niubi!

The director knew it was crazy, so the plot made that point.

This is the eldest grandson, played by Han Geng, a heroic figure imagined by later generations.

It has that Captain America vibe.

Jiang Yang's character, Shao Jianbo, also has a powerful move in this battle. Driving a captured tank, he destroys a mountain with a single shot, dealing the most exaggerated AOE damage in the entire battle.

With tanks and airplanes involved, it couldn't possibly be a real film.

Tsui Hark made the most of his expertise. Although there is still much room for improvement in the special effects of "The Taking of Tiger Mountain," it is already quite good among Chinese-language films and has won several technical awards for best visual effects.

Jiang Yang was very interested in this and watched from the sidelines the whole time during the filming, asking all sorts of questions like a curious child.

Special effects are not entirely post-production work.

To achieve the best results, the shot design must be planned in advance during filming, and sufficient leeway must be left for it.

The special effects team for "The Taking of Tiger Mountain" is a South Korean company.

In recent years, top directors in the industry have favored using South Korean special effects technology, which is superior to domestic technology and cheaper than Hollywood's, emphasizing cost-effectiveness.

Jiang Yang's actions seemed like he was learning by stealing techniques, which Xu Laoguai found amusing.

"Do you understand?"

After films like "Lost in Thailand" and "So Young," a number of actors have indeed been eager to take on the role of director.

Xu Guangtou was forty years old when he filmed "Lost in Thailand," while Zhao Feite and Deng Chao were both in their thirties. They already had a wealth of acting experience before crossing over into acting.

What about Jiang Yang?

He just graduated with his bachelor's degree this year!

To Xu Ke's surprise, Jiang Yang wasn't just putting on an act; he could actually talk eloquently and logically.

Even if it's just theoretical knowledge, it at least shows that he has some knowledge in this area.

"Did you study acting or directing?"

"It's always good to have more skills."

Jiang Yang chuckled and simply said that he had taught himself.

Xu Ke became interested.

He didn't pay much attention to Jiang Yang at first, after all, Shao Jianbo was just a tool in "Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy", not as important as Yang Zirong and Zuo Shandiao.

Once it was confirmed that Jiang Yang's acting skills were sufficient, not much effort was put into it.

Unexpectedly, there was another surprise.

He wanted to hear Jiang Yang's opinion on the film, and the latter spoke frankly.

Of course, Jiang Yang was just taking the opportunity to show off his knowledge; he didn't really want to teach him how to act, otherwise he might have been kicked out.

Tsui Hark is a notorious control freak. When he was a producer, he wanted to take over the director's job and even wanted to change his films.

Are you kidding me!

Or rather, the bigger the director, the more confident they are, and the less likely they are to change their intentions.

Xu Laoguai wasn't really trying to take Jiang Yang's opinion into account when he talked to him about this; he was just testing Jiang Yang's abilities.

The result was even beyond his expectations.

"You're practically a seasoned director now. If you have the chance, you could give it a try."

This is a very high evaluation.

Jiang Yang thanked him, and Xu Laoguai said he was just telling the truth.

Considering the young man's age and the rumors of his powerful background, Xu Ke couldn't help but marvel at how formidable the younger generation was, and six words popped into his mind:

This child is destined for greatness!

After Jiang Yang finished talking with Xu Laoguai, Tong Liya quietly asked him a question.

"What did you say to the director?"

"It's nothing. I asked him to give me more scenes, but he refused."

"You're kidding me!"

Tong Liya didn't believe him at all and rolled her eyes at him.

The two seem to have "put the ice back on" during this period. Not only are they no longer as awkward as before, but they even don't mind sharing a glass of water.

Runye is indeed very moist.

And the more she uses it, the more moisturized she becomes; now she has no time to check up on him anymore.

[You had an in-depth conversation with celebrity Tong Liya and have been awarded a chance to win a prize. Would you like to participate now?]

[You've been selected! Congratulations on acquiring the skill—Self-Directing and Self-Acting]

[Self-directed and self-acted: An actor who doesn't want to be a director is definitely not a good capitalist]

This skill is useful.

If Jiang Yang can become a director himself, then he won't even need Li Muge, that tool anymore.

He was very satisfied with this and naturally wouldn't be stingy with Tong Liya. He believed in repaying kindness tenfold, as evidenced by her attitude.

Seeing that she didn't believe him, Jiang Yang told her the truth.

"Okay, actually it was director Tsui Hark who discovered my talent for directing and praised me, saying I would definitely achieve great things."

"W-what great talent?"

Tong Liya was startled and stammered nervously, glancing around guiltily.

Jiang Yang was amused.

Although the two of them had done everything they were supposed to do, as the saying goes, once you start, you'll start again, and once you start, you'll start again. They were familiar with the place and knew themselves and their opponents well.

However, whether due to her personality or lack of experience, Tong Liya was extremely nervous, afraid of being discovered, to the point of being neurotic.

However, being nervous has its advantages.

It was precisely because she was so secretive that each secret rendezvous felt like an affair.

Tong Liya: This was cheating, wasn't it?

unimportant!

The more furtive she was, the more Jiang Yang played cat and mouse.

"Sister Ya Ya, what did you mean by 'great talent'?"

"How should I know!"

Tong Liya realized she had misunderstood and blushed, firmly denying it.

She had another concern.

I used to have a good relationship with Dilraba, and I even stood up for her, but behind her back...

Fortunately, Dilraba has already left, otherwise Tong Liya wouldn't know how to face it.

Jiang Yang's answer was much simpler, he chuckled softly.

"Sister Ya Ya, you're not so eager to get back to the hotel that you're getting impatient, are you?"

"No, I didn't, don't talk nonsense."

Tong Liya denied it three times in a row, biting her lip in a stubborn yet adorable way.

Jiang Yang did not force her to admit it.

The main reason is that there are a lot of people here.

It would be more interesting to press the issue in a different setting.

"Let's go then, we can call it a day."

"oh oh."

Tong Liya agreed readily this time, even a little excited, but unexpectedly, she was slapped on the butt.

"What are you doing!"

She gritted her teeth, fearing that Jiang Yang would do something dangerous again, her face a mixture of shame and indignation.

But fearing that others would notice, they dared not make a sound. Their slightly aggrieved expression when they were angry was very endearing.

Jiang Yang laughed heartily and took the lead, walking forward.

hateful!

Tong Liya was filled with lingering fear. Looking at Jiang Yang's retreating figure, she felt resentful. With him acting so brazenly, she knew he would be exposed sooner or later.

Rationally speaking, she knew she should end the relationship as soon as possible.

But----

Jiang Yang is right.

Not all scumbags are the same.

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