Huayu: Enjoy Yourself

Chapter 358 Chen An: Although I don't understand it, I am deeply shocked!

December 12th.

The premiere of "The Promise" was held in Beijing.

Chen An arrived as promised.

The massive $30 million investment in the film production is about to pay off with its extensive publicity campaign.

There were more media present than guests.

Hundreds of media outlets interviewed him, including domestic, South Korean, and Japanese media, making it seem like a formidable force!

Chen Kaige has really swept up all the stars this time, including actors from mainland China, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Japan, and has made full preparations for overseas release!

As soon as Chen An got out of the car, he felt a chill and tightened his clothes.

It hasn't snowed in Beijing yet this December, but it's not far off.

It was bitterly cold!

Even Chen An, wearing a thick suit, felt a bit cold. Looking at those female stars wearing dresses that showed off their arms and shoulders, they were really tough!

After watching for a while, Chen An started walking inside; it was indeed a bit too cold to bear.

From a great distance, we could see the main actors of the film crew and Chen Kaige standing at the end of the red carpet.

Chen Bing, whose face was flushed and who didn't seem to feel the cold at all, suddenly caught sight of Chen An, waved, and attracted everyone's attention. Chen An had arrived!

Not only domestic reporters came over, but reporters from South Korea and Japan also looked over, wanting to rush up and interview them.

"Director Chen! This time, Director Chen Kaige said he wanted to break the record just set by 'The Martian,' and you attended the premiere as promised. Does this mean you also believe that Director Chen Kaige can break your own box office record of 420 million?"

"Mr. Chen, I'm a reporter from the Tokyo Daily. May I ask..."

"Kurry's little life, we in South Korea should be the first to interview him, don't..."

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It is said that the friendship between China and Japan relies on the small West, while the friendship between China and South Korea relies on small daily life.

Chen An was very popular in South Korea and Xiao Rizi. Reporters from both countries rushed up to him, and despite the language barrier, they almost came to blows!

Taking this opportunity, Chen An went straight to the end of the red carpet.

"Senior brother, you've really set up a big scene! People from China, Japan, South Korea, and even South Korea have gathered here. With so many media outlets paying attention, it's hard to imagine this not succeeding," Chen An said with a smile to the composed Chen Kaige as soon as they met.

Chen Kaige laughed heartily, "Hahaha, I can't compare to you. Take a good look today, this is my masterpiece that I've been working on for a long time. We'll have a good discussion about it then!"

Chen An nodded, his eyes sweeping over the main actors standing beside him.

Liu Ye also has Chen Kaige's virtuous wife Chen Hong, Xie Tingfeng, a generation of outstanding figures in Hong Kong, and Zhang Baizhi, Sanada Hiroyuki, who lives a simple life, and Jang Dong-gun from South Korea!

The combinations are diverse and can be found everywhere.

Everyone nodded when Chen An looked over.

Chen An looked down and saw Guan Xiaotong there too, wearing a white cotton-padded jacket, looking absolutely adorable!

"Uncle Director!" the little girl called out cheerfully.

Chen An bent down and picked her up, playfully tapping her nose as he said, "How many times have I told you, call me 'brother'!"

Guan Xiaotong, who was being held in Chen An's arms, giggled because her nose was itchy, and hugged Chen An's neck tightly, refusing to let go!

"Senior brother, I'll go in first, it's so cold today."

After holding the little girl for a while, Chen An put her down, said hello, and went inside.

Chen Kaige smiled and nodded. Zhang Baizhi looked enviously at Chen An, who had gone in earlier, and felt a chill run down her spine. She looked towards Xie Ting.

The wind gathered around.

Maybe it can block out some of the wind and make it a little warmer.

Feeling Zhang Baizhi leaning closer, Xie Tingfeng steadied himself, hoping to block as much as possible...

Chen An was seated next to Chen Kai, according to the other party, so that they could have a proper discussion about the Dao.

After the miscellaneous signs faded away.

Cherry blossoms emerge from the illusion, creating an ethereal and otherworldly effect!

The background music slowly begins!

This is truly a pinnacle of Chinese cinematic visuals!

To be honest, Chen An has always been studying this aspect. When it comes to the aesthetics of the picture, the pinnacle is undoubtedly between Zhang and Chen!

Slightly different, but equally top-notch!

"Senior brother, I am no match for you." Chen An's praise was completely unreserved.

With an air of extraordinary composure, Chen Kaige lightly patted his knee and said calmly, "Keep watching."

The best is yet to come; we're confident we can do it all!

Such a dignified and sophisticated air!

Chen An felt like he had a fishbone stuck in his throat, which was very uncomfortable, but he didn't say anything more. Since he was already here, he might as well watch.

No one will die anyway.

"The Promise" is a masterpiece. It boasts a massive production foundation, a dream cast, and top-notch viewing quality!

If a movie is a dream, then that dream must be beautiful!

It's a bit mysterious, I don't quite understand it!

If the plot of "Hero" is hollow, then "House of Flying Daggers" can be described as thin.

But those who understand "The Promise" understand it; it's so mysterious that no one could understand it even after ten or twenty years!

Of course, simple stories are easy to understand, but Chen Kaige used some lines that didn't make sense in terms of composition and dialogue.

It seems to have a deeper meaning, but it's also inexplicable!

Chen Kaige wanted to express the epic grandeur of the story, but he always maintained the airs of an artist or a writer!

The visuals are grand and eye-catching, but overall it's out of control. The presentation is exaggerated, and the plot lacks hierarchy. In short, it's chaotic!

The atmosphere was so engaging that it made you feel like you were outside the movie!

Chen An's assessment is less significant than the bloodshed caused by a steamed bun!

During the movie, Chen An turned to look at Chen Kaige, who was completely absorbed in the film, and said, "From today onwards, your career will be divided into two parts!"

He needed to desperately prove whether the film he made, "Farewell My Concubine," truly belonged to him.

"Farewell My Concubine" is truly a white moonlight in the history of Chinese cinema, and the original director should be fired immediately!

"The Promise" is a film that will go down in film history.

Not for any other reason than his uniqueness!

Directors who can capture such breathtakingly beautiful shots are few and far between.

Either you're already past your prime, or you're internationally renowned. Even Chen Anlai, unless he simply copied it, wasn't entirely confident he could achieve that effect.

And a director capable of making such a film wouldn't spend thirty million US dollars to produce something like this!

Chen Kaige was the only exception; he actually managed to pull it off!

It truly is a match made in heaven... It's wonderful beyond words!

The story begins and ends with the falling cherry blossoms, concluding the two-hour film!

Chen An felt he should leave as soon as possible; it would be impolite to stay any longer!

"Senior, your film aesthetics and composition are truly something I can learn from; they've been very inspiring," Chen An said with a smile, praising without reservation.

"Haha, people always improve, not just you young people. I've put in a lot of effort this time to break free from the shackles of 'Farewell My Concubine,' and the results are quite impressive!"

"That's right, that's right! I wish you great success this time, senior brother!"

After praising him, Chen An stood up to leave, but Chen Kaige stopped him and asked him to stay for a while.

Chen Kaige went up on stage in high spirits amidst applause.

"Do you like 'The Promise'?" Chen Kaige asked confidently as he did when he won the Palme d'Or at Cannes.

"like!!!"

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As expected of fans who came to see the movie, their screams were so loud they drowned out everything else!

It made Chen An's ears hurt from the noise.

Chen An wondered if he had damaged his ears from shouting, but he felt as if he could faintly hear a cursing sound, "You son of a bitch...", amidst the cheers.

"I must have misheard," Chen An muttered to himself, scratching his ear.

Chen Kaige took the stage and led the crew in a speech that lasted for more than half an hour.

After the event, Chen An rushed out but was still surrounded by the media.

Numerous reporters asked Chen An for his opinion on the film.

"Director Chen, after attending the premiere, what's your opinion of 'The Promise'? Do you think it's as good as the fans at the premiere?"

"Director Chen, can you give me your most honest answer?"

"Mr. Chen, what did you think of Hiroyuki Sanada's performance?"

"Hey, Director Chen An, could you please comment on the performance of our great South Korean actor Jang Dong-gun? Is there any possibility of us working together?"

Surrounded by reporters from the three countries, Chen An said with a helpless expression, "The visuals are exquisite, impactful, and impeccable. Although I don't understand them, I am deeply impressed!"

Senior brother, this is my last ripple!

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