Reborn fashion designer

Chapter 292 There is a big bug in the universe called "Alien" (please vote for me!)

Who is more important, Mary or Jesus?

The answers given by people in different periods are different.

It is well known to modern people that the Virgin Mary is the mother of Jesus.

However, what is unexpected is that in the early days of Christianity, religious sermons did not mention the Blessed Mother at all.The reason is the same as what everyone thinks, the status of women was not taken seriously at that time, and the disciples only focused on the gospel, salvation and resurrection of Jesus.

It was not until the 1st century AD that the status of the Virgin Mary gradually became very important.

In 431 AD, Mary was recognized as the "Mother of God". After that, the worship of Mary flourished and reached its peak in the late Middle Ages.

Detailed historical data records that the first initiative to hold a mass specifically for the Virgin was in the 8th century. In the late Middle Ages, 15 different rituals for worshiping the Virgin were gradually developed.

Therefore, in Western religious-related literature and its derived religious culture, the position of the Virgin Mary is very important.

As for which of the two is more important?

It's really not easy to answer this question.

However, it is worth noting that the rise of Mary worship has very complex social reasons, which are also mixed with conflicts in the status and rights between women and men.

Liu Qianqian's question was very clever, and her answer suddenly left the three men at a loss as to how to answer.

Different perspectives can give many interpretations, answers and opinions.

But from a human perspective, Liu Qianqian’s last sentence, “Because I am a mother,” is in line with the important records about Mary in the Bible:

The angel Gabriel announced to her that she would be the mother of Jesus.

"Sorry to disturb you."

Perhaps he felt that he had disturbed the three of them by asking rashly, "It's just that your question just now feels a bit like Pandora's Box to me."

"Pandora's box?" Liu Qianqian frowned after repeating the sentence.

She knew that this was an allusion from Greek mythology. Pandora's box contained not all good things. It contained happiness, plague, sorrow, friendship, disaster, love, etc.

Pandora was created by Zeus, which means "the most beautiful gift", but in fact it was used to lure Prometheus's brother to punish mankind.

Before coming to Florence, she read through the books so that she could have more fun this time.

I also specifically asked Xiang Yang for advice several times.

It didn't matter if she asked about it. After asking, she found that it was really difficult to understand because the cultural inheritance relationship between ancient Greece and ancient Rome required many books to be read.

Just the different versions of those myths make one dizzy.

I just read something and write it down, it will always be useful.

like now.

When the other party mentioned Pandora's Box, Liu Qianqian could think of Pandora, and then she smiled proudly with her teeth exposed.

Pandora's husband is named Epimetheus, who represents human ignorance.

"Are you sure?" Xiang Yang frowned. Of course he guessed what made Liu Qianqian so proud. He was the best at charades.

"Hey, I didn't say anything."

Having satisfied her inner evil, Liu Qianqian raised her head and then looked at the statue of David in front of her.

The person who greeted the three of them rushed to Xiangyang and nodded to Flamel, then continued to raise his head and stare.

The few of them didn't bother each other, just like the people around them.

When the visiting time was over and they were walking out of the queue, Xiang Yang asked Xiang Le Maire, "When are you going to Athens?"

"Tomorrow, what? Do you have plans for tonight?" Flamel smiled.

The man following them still wore a mask and said with a smile: "Are you studying art?"

"More or less, we are two designers."

Xiang Yang glanced back at the other person. The man's dress was very familiar to Xiang Yang. He was a bit like Liu Qianqian in China, for fear of being recognized.

He couldn't help but be a little curious, "Are you a Hollywood actor?"

"Actor?" The man was surprised, shook his head, and said with a smile, "I am a director."

"From Newcastle?"

Xiang Yang, who could hear the British accent, continued to ask.

"It's very close. Your accent is very London." The man smiled. Feeling that he was recognized, he simply smiled openly. While extending his hand, he introduced himself in a low voice. :

"Ridley Scott, I'm so lucky to meet you. I'm going to Athens next."

"Alien!"

The surprise came from Liu Qianqian.

What popped into Xiang Yang's mind was "Blade Runner".

"I like your "Gladiator" very much." Flamel smiled slightly, and he was the first to react and shook hands with Ridley Scott.

Well, whether it’s Alien, Blade Runner, Gladiator, Thelma and Louise, Black Hawk Down, Hannibal, Stickman, Kingdom of Heaven, "American Gangster" are all representative works of this great director.

Of course, he has participated in more movies as a producer.

After recovering from the shock, Liu Qianqian took a deep breath. This was completely different from the hurried feeling at the premiere of "Midnight in Paris". She smiled nervously:

"Hello, Mr. Ridley Scott, my name is Liu Xixi and I am an actor."

"Is it such a coincidence?"

"I played a small role in Midnight in Paris."

Liu Qianqian smiled coquettishly. In front of such a great director, she really couldn't handle her role.

After all, the movie stars I work with are basically Oscar-level.

However, what she didn't expect was that Ridley Scott smiled in surprise: "Oh, you have collaborated with Cotillard."

Sensing the confusion on Liu Qianqian's face, he paused and explained: "I worked with her on a movie a few years ago called "A Good Year," and her performance in it was pretty good."

<divclass="contentadv">After speaking, he cast his eyes on Xiang Yang and said with a smile: "Who is this gentleman?"

"Xiang Yang, nice to meet you."

Xiang Yang introduced himself with a simple sentence.

"Nice to meet you too." Ridley Scott shook hands, "What I just heard you talking about was very profound, and I heard that you were going to Athens, so I thought you were studying art."

"Just looking for inspiration for next season's clothing." Le Maire explained.

Needless to say, this trip was very upright, just like the 'Siheyuan' idea he and Xiangyang discussed not long ago, it has a feeling of Michelangelo's "Night", "Day", "Morning" and "Twilight" .

These four marble statues are also Michelangelo's most representative works and were made for the tomb of the Medici family, the most important promoter of the Italian Renaissance.

It is also a true portrayal of Michelangelo's deep soul when facing the real Italian society in turmoil.

Ridley Scott, "Are you guys?"

"We are from Hermès women's clothing." Le Maire smiled, "Xiang is now the creative director of our newly established sub-brand HYS, and is also responsible for some of the business of our Hermès film investment company."

"Hermes Film Investment Company" Ridley Scott frowned, "I've heard that you have cooperation with Warner and Fox."

"Well, yes, Mr. Ridley Scott." Xiangyang said.

"Are you the costume designer of "Downton Abbey"?" Ridley Scott suddenly remembered something.

Xiang Yang nodded, "Yes, that's me, and "Midnight in Paris" as well."

Ridley Scott: "."

As the conversation deepened, the four of them who were about to have lunch went to a restaurant together when they walked out of the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence.

When Ridley Scott took off his mask, Xiang Yang understood why he was wearing one.

The people in the restaurant who recognized him kept looking at several people.

Well, it is proven that Ridley Scott is indeed a famous director.

In fact, there was no need for others to verify it. Ever since she knew she was chatting with Ridley Scott, Liu Qianqian's thoughts had not been on Xiang Yang.

She was like a star-struck girl, her eyes shining and she was listening carefully to every word of Ridley Scott.

"Mr. Ridley Scott, can I take a picture with you?"

"Of course." Ridley Scott smiled without any airs.

It's not that the other person's casual remark gave him any inspiration for script creation, but as we chatted more and more, he suddenly discovered that there was actually a layer of veil between us.

Even if he doesn't give face to Liu Qianqian, a young actress, he is still willing to sell some thin noodles to Xiangyang.

To be precise, it is a bit of a compliment to Hermès Film Investment Company.

This idea is entirely due to Little John.

After taking a photo with Liu Qianqian, Ridley Scott couldn't help but said curiously: "So, the little guy who is chasing after me for the script is now in China, haha, it's really a coincidence."

"He'll be back in two days."

Xiangyang really didn't know what little John had experienced in Hollywood. He only knew that there was some unpleasantness between him and the big king or the little king.

"Do you have a script in hand now?"

When it came to the script, Xiang Yang asked curiously.

"Yes," Ridley Scott nodded, "but I'm not very satisfied, so when your CEO asked me for it, I rejected it, so I showed up here to actually inspect it."

This is true.

In addition to the David, he also wanted to see another famous work by Michelangelo, "Genesis".

"Director Ridley Scott, do you want to make a movie similar to "Kingdom of Heaven"?"

Liu Qianqian asked curiously, combining the history of ancient Greece and ancient Rome.

"No," Ridley Scott shook his head. "I am preparing for a science fiction film. It is the completion of my long-cherished wish."

A handwritten version of the script already existed, but he was dissatisfied and found it a bit cliched.

As the first step to restart this series, he wanted to construct a complete world view and conduct some deeper discussions.

"Then it looks like I have a science fiction movie to look forward to."

Xiang Yang smiled when he heard this. In his eyes, science fiction films are not just filled with special effects. There are too many special effects films that blindly show off the film industry.

At first I thought it was beautiful and very enjoyable, but gradually I started to get tired of it.

"To be honest, Director Ridley Scott, my girlfriend is very timid and loves to watch it." Xiang Yang, who was planning to chat for a few words, suddenly stopped talking.

It's not that he remembered what movie the other party was planning to make, but he asked awkwardly: "I want to ask you, is "Alien" a science fiction film or a horror film?"

"What do you think a science fiction movie should be like?" Ridley Scott raised his eyebrows.

"Science fiction movies should be like a mirror, a mirror placed in front of human beings to make people think deeply and examine themselves." Xiang Yang thought for a while and said:

"I like "Contact" very much, the kind of science fiction movie that is full of suspense and makes people think deeply and reminisce, not... not "Transformers"."

"Haha, I understand what you mean."

Ridley Scott laughed out loud.

"You are very interesting, Xiang. If you have time, I would like you to take a look at the first draft of the prequel to "Alien". I wonder if you are interested?"

"Alien!" Xiang Yang was surprised.

Isn’t this film gone after the filming of four films?

Everyone should know the name of the prequel to "Alien"