Exploring the Entertainment Circle [Ancient and Modern]

What Tao Qingfeng asked Su Xun to look up at the time was the director's resume of Xia Xinghen's award-winning works.He found that it was similar to what he expected: the resumes of the directors directing these works, like Ni Ting, are "cutting-edge", "new star" and "young" directors who have not been in the industry for more than five years.Many of them have won awards for these films.On the surface, it is the result of "a strong alliance with double harvest".

But in fact, this is a painful running-in process, and most of it is based on the director's compromise.And Xia Xinghen also paid the price for his talent and stubborn personality—although it was far more than he should bear.

Imperial power and prime ministership.Either the east wind overwhelms the west wind, or the west wind overwhelms the east wind.Old screenwriters like Tanaka Tian have been working for a lifetime, and those who are similar to him at the top, they have no desire for money, fame and fortune at this time. If there is any regret, it is probably... there is no A version of the script can be completely interpreted and restored during filming: the director will add and change plays, actors will add and change plays, and approval will change and add plays.

It was at this time that Xia Xinghen came into their field of vision: a born "experiential" actor, he met an old screenwriter on the screenwriting committee because of a patriotic education short film of the Propaganda Department during college.Let them know: Xia Xinghen can enter the character and make the character real.Not only do you not need to worry about acting skills, but more importantly, as long as you "take it seriously", you won't change it easily.

So these top screenwriters began to support Xia Xinghen. They tailor-made the most suitable scripts for him. These scripts were excellent and fit Xia Xinghen's temperament, allowing him to enter the play without any effort and present it vividly.These top screenwriters have also single-handedly planned a suitable team, looking for young or new directors to make it easier to control on the basis of ensuring quality...

But as the final decision maker of a film, the director, even if it is a cutting-edge director, does not have a deep foundation, who is willing to become a puppet of the script.Among the four or five young directors who worked with Xia Xinghen, some of them were both virtuous and talented, worked diligently, and finally produced results.But there are also people who are Ji Jiying, who concealed their true colors during the brief rising period, but exposed them after meeting Xia Xinghen.

And no matter whether those directors are good or bad, they will more or less have a grudge against Xia Xinghen in their hearts.Firstly, Xia Xinghen's realistic performance was useless for "directing"; secondly, the script written by a veteran screenwriter put a lot of pressure on directing - Xia Xinghen was not a social person, and his temper was not mellow. , coupled with his own contradictory knots, further widened the rift.

Xia Xinghen is an "experience school", but anyone in the industry will understand it in all likelihood. "Experience school" is difficult to guide.The opposite is pure "performance school".These directors, by coincidence, will take care of the "acting school" supporting roles in the same group, whether intentionally or not.In order to compare with Xia Xinghen, they are usually supporting actors.

Some directors are flattering on purpose, while others are unintentional.So under the deliberate or unintentional push of these directors, actions similar to Ni Ting's "tossing Xia Xinghen so that he can't play, and taking the violence off the set" happened from time to time, and Xia Xinghen often couldn't control it.

After the young directors noticed Xia Xinghen's backstage of the Screenwriters Association, some of them were grateful to Dade for directing the play, while some with extreme thoughts felt that they had suffered a great humiliation.He even deliberately provoked Xia Xinghen to beat others, with an attitude of burning jade and stone, and never ending death.Since then, it has been dedicated to sabotage.Can only feel the diversity of species.When the Screenwriters Guild and producers select young directors, they cannot immediately distinguish the good from the bad.So much so that there is an unwritten tradition in the Screenwriters Association to "use Xia Xinghen as a touchstone" to distinguish young directors.

Sometimes Xia Xinghen really beat people hard, and sometimes it was not too hard to choke like Tao Qingfeng.But no matter whether Xia Xinghen restrained himself, the severity of his injuries, or whether he was half awake, they would all be fermented into vicious incidents by those who cared, and would become word-of-mouth rumors among the media, ruining his reputation.

The association's top screenwriters didn't care if Xia Xinghen had a bad reputation.They have already passed the stage of looking at the face of public opinion.Acting actors are like crucian carp crossing the river, but experience actors are one of a kind.They valued his irreplaceability, and the next good script was still for Xia Xinghen.When the public opinion is at its worst, they will also protect Xia Xinghen to ensure his safety.That's all.

And Tao Qingfeng also found a reason to explain the many doubts about the crew:

"If I'm not mistaken, Xia Xinghen was originally going to play 'Fang Zheng', and 'Fang Zheng' was written for him, and his temperament is closer to Xia Xinghen's, and he has many of his characteristics." Tao Qingfeng stared Tian Zhongtian, "Just why did you change it later?"

Tian Zhongtian didn't hide from Tao Qingfeng, since he had explored to this extent, he said bluntly: "'Fang Zheng' is very similar to Xia Xinghen's true colors in terms of character design. This character is the most brilliant in the original memoirs. He is a very respected person by the author. After reading the script, his children suggested that it is best not to give Fang Zheng too much ink, not to add too many stories and emotions that do not belong to him, and not to change his ending-this kind of drama The male protagonist cannot die, but Fang Zheng in the memoir died in the battle of crossing the river. In order to respect the will of the original author, the script has been changed."

Tao Qingfeng asked: "So the protagonist becomes Yun Xianglei?"

Tian Zhongtian nodded and said: "In the beginning, 'Fang Zheng' was changed to the male number two, and the character setting and plot did not change. The male lead became Yun Xianglei, the young master in the memoir. For the sake of drama, it was set to He was cowardly at the beginning, but grew up later. But if Xia Xinghen plays Fang Zheng's second male lead, no matter who plays the male lead in this drama, he will be overshadowed. Besides, in the script we wrote for Xia Xinghen, he must be a male lead. Protagonist. So..."

Tao Qingfeng pondered and said, "Part of the character of 'Fang Zheng' has been transferred to Yun Xianglei. Xia Xinghen still plays his true character as the hero."

Tian Zhongtian said: "That's right, the character 'Fang Zheng' was deleted and no longer exists. This also gave an explanation to the author of the novel. He later admitted to me that he was not willing to see Fang Zheng's story being put on the screen, because this People are very important to him, but at the beginning the copyright was sold and it was not easy to interfere... I also created a "Fang Ming" with a similar identity but a completely different personality and put it in that position. Yun Xianglei inherited Fang Zheng's Part of the character, his own original "cowardly" to "growth" young master character, is reflected by another character that has been mentioned in the original work..."

"The male number three, Yu Song, that's how it came about." Tao Qingfeng nodded and said, "I understand." Tao Qingfeng asked again, "This script was written for five years, when was it revised?"

Tian Zhongtian sighed: "It has been changed for two years. This team was formed two years ago. At that time, Xia Xinghen, Ni Ting and Zhu Huaguo were appointed. So they will read the previous script and never forget it. But I am the final For script decision makers, the latest version is of course the most suitable."

Tao Qingfeng paused, and said, "Do you know that Director Ni and Mr. Zhu still want to act according to the second version of the script?"

Tian Zhongtian nodded and said, "I know, but I didn't interfere. It's such a small action every time, and they can't change anything."

Tao Qingfeng thought to himself, where did this belief come from, and he couldn't help asking: "You must be sure that Xia Xinghen can bear it? In case he can't bear it, how about following Ni Ting's orders to act out the old script?"

Tian Zhongtian was silent and did not speak, but looked at Tao Qingfeng meaningfully.Tao Qingfeng sorted it out quickly with a "logic" method, and he came to his mind like a flash of lightning, and said in disbelief: "In that case...he will lose the most important 'endowment'—or in other words, he was picked by you. 'Eligibility' in?"

If Xia Xinghen no longer insists on "taking the script seriously" (of course a complete life cannot be changed).If Xia Xinghen couldn't bear it anymore, it would prove that he no longer used the "experiential" method to enter the play.For the members of the Screenwriters Association, it is useless.Only Xia Xinghen, who has always been right, with beast-like intuition, is the one they need.

Tao Qingfeng couldn't help the cold sweat running down his back.He also understood the attitude of Ni Ting and Zhu Huaguo.

That's why Ni Ting will intentionally or unintentionally bring hatred to Xia Xinghen. He is a young man who has been deprived of his "leading power".Maybe the director circle had tacitly blacklisted Xia Xinghen.Or out of a "challenge" mentality, while tossing him, he used old scripts to try to shape his authority.

And Zhu Huaguo should have taken a fancy to "Fang Zheng", a character design that is much more brilliant than the male lead, but watched the script change for the other party, and gave himself the image of a "righteous mentor" who has solidified his image over the years. Nothing new, no breakthrough, it can only be Yun Xianglei's foil.And jealousy.

So the two hit it off immediately, Zhu Huaguo used the old script to slander Xia Xinghen, and Ni Ting let it go.When Zhu Huaguo wasn't in the scene, Ni Ting used Tao Qingfeng as a gun to instill hatred towards Xia Xinghen and arouse all kinds of negative emotions on the other side.

Tao Qingfeng couldn't help but said: "Even if Xia Xinghen can carry it. The director and actors put so much twists and turns on other things. Xia Xinghen is tired of dealing with these things, and it's very tiring to shoot the script. And the quality of this show has been so messed up..."

Spending energy in the swirl of fighting all day long, how can there be any energy to make a good movie?

Tian Zhongtian looked at Tao Qingfeng and sighed: "You are still young." But he didn't explain further.

Tao Qingfeng felt a deep sadness. He actually understood what Tian Zhongtian said: In these events, everyone has a more important will to practice: the will of the Screenwriters Association is to present the script completely. ;The director's will is to train Xia Xinghen to cross the blacklist in his heart; the actor's will is to strive for a breakthrough in a role; those wills are so strong, they override this drama...

Tao Qingfeng sighed heavily: "What will the audience think?"

Tian Zhongtian shook his head again, and repeated the last sentence: "You are still young. As long as Xia Xinghen can carry it, those are just floating clouds. If he can't carry it, there will be no Yun Xianglei. And this kind of strength can only It comes from the heart. Whether there is Ni Ting as a monster is not important at all."

Tao Qingfeng understood Tan Zhongtian's subtext again: as long as Xia Xinghen keeps "taking it seriously" to the end.The protagonist is the soul of a drama, and when he stands up, the drama will stand up.The large-scale production of this drama and the various escorts behind it will probably be in the prime time of CCTV, so there is no need to worry about the number of broadcasts.The plot is politically correct, the script skills are there, and the story is complete and smooth.Don't worry about word of mouth.In the eyes of the audience, this will still be a very exciting Republic of China drama.

"But what if he really can't take it anymore... the loss of this show..."

Tian Zhongtian smiled: "It's only two hundred million. At that time, Ni Ting will be dismantled and a new team will be found. There are thousands of young directors. This time, I am unlucky to meet a kid like Ni Ting. If I look for it again, I will always meet him." to the obedient."

Tao Qingfeng stared at Tian Zhongtian: "Will investors and producers agree? What are their demands?"

Tian Zhongtian raised his eyebrows: "If you have checked the information, you will know..."

"The investor and the producer are the same person." Tao Qingfeng said, "I also made a film for Xia Xinghen before."

Tian Zhongtian nodded and said: "Then it's settled. That person will definitely agree. After all, she has been chasing Xia Xinghen for ten years...just a few hundred million."

Tao Qingfeng once again proved one thing: modern women really should not be underestimated.But why didn't the producer stop Ni Ting and others from making small moves?If she loves Chongxia Xinghen, how could she be willing to... Or is it just a distorted mentality of doing whatever she wants and giving favor with a cold eye?

Tao Qingfeng sat quietly on the sofa and took a sip of tea. After knowing so much inside information, he needed to sort out his chaotic thoughts.

Tao Qingfeng's last drama "The Hero and the Witch" did not have a director, and the filming was over.The leading actor in "Returning East to West" also doesn't need a "guide".Tao Qingfeng vaguely felt that the two crews he came into contact with were all sorts of dismantling of the "director's right".

"Imperial power and ministerial power..." Tao Qingfeng looked down at the title of the paper.

"If the emperor is capable enough, why do you need a prime minister?" Tanaka said very plainly, "If an actor can present the script perfectly, why should he be a director? Tao Qingfeng, I have asked about you. That third-rate web drama You didn't rely on the director, you did it by yourself. Do you have the courage and courage to make the next Xia Xinghen? Although you are not an "experience school", if you are tenacious and hardworking enough, you can persist. We can also give you Write the best screenplay..."

Tao Qingfeng was startled, stared blankly at Tian Zhongtian, and reflexively said: "He...he still..." He spoke incoherently.

Tian Zhongtian understood, and there was a certain coldness in the tone: "You are ten years younger than him."

Tao Qingfeng suddenly stood up from the sofa, took a deep breath, and said sonorously, "Thank you, Mr. Tian, ​​for appreciating it. But I'm an actor of the 'performance school' rather than an actor of the 'experience school'. I don't have Xia Xinghen's talent. I can't fully live as the person in the script. And I will reserve my own opinion about the script."

The subtext is that if it feels illogical, it will still be modified and adjusted.With one's own will, it is impossible to become the most convenient tool of the Screenwriters Association.

Tian Zhongtian sighed: "Young man, do you know what you rejected just now? Do you know how many 'performer' people cry and beg me every year?"

Tao Qingfeng said: "Even if you know. They are them. I am me."

Tian Zhongtian shook his head and said, "There are one or two idealists every year."

Tao Qingfeng said: "Then you should be used to seeing people like me."

Tian Zhongtian smiled: "Okay. You can go on according to your ideas."

Tao Qingfeng hesitated for a few seconds, and said, "Teacher Tian, ​​I will not reveal what happened today, nor will I meddle in other people's business. I am here today to prove a doubt and to protect myself. Please rest assured."

Tian Zhongtian said lightly: "It's up to you. You can say whatever you want, or mind your own business, I don't care."

Tao Qingfeng understood the meaning behind the words, in Tian Zhongtian's eyes, Tao Qingfeng was just a small fish, no matter how much he fluttered around, he couldn't make waves.This is a well-known pattern in the industry: two divisions.Directing rights and screenwriting rights, one ebbs and another.

The Screenwriters Association has these big guys sitting in charge.The top directors are also accustomed to appoint young screenwriters, such as the combination of Xiong Zi'an and Meng Xiaodan in "The Queen of Guining".Of course, their cooperation does not necessarily have discord, it is really a strong alliance, and they do things well with their hearts.It's like being wise and worthy, and the ruler and his ministers get each other.However, it is an indisputable fact that the two relative "potentials" have always existed.For decades, it is impossible for anyone to break this situation.

It was already night when Tao Qingfeng returned to the set.He walked into the courtyard in Taohuawu, and found that Xia Xinghen's window was shining with light.Zhu Huaguo's house was dark.It seems that Xia Xinghen stayed in the room after the show.Zhu Huaguo went out and never came back.

Tao Qingfeng sat down at the table in the courtyard, on which was a decorative copper lamp.It was very dark.Just for the outline.It made Tao Qingfeng think of picking up lanterns in the grass in his previous life, and those years when he was poor and didn't know the way forward.

Knowing these secret news in the circle, Tao Qingfeng's original intention was to protect himself, but he felt melancholy for no reason.He was staring at the lamp in a daze.Xia Xinghen stood by the door and looked over with an unfathomable expression. After Xia Xinghen glanced at the absence of Zhu Huaguo in the next room, he asked Tao Qingfeng: "Did you just come from outside?" return?"

Tao Qingfeng looked directly at Xia Xinghen, and said, "I went to see Teacher Tian. Now I understand your eight words."

Acting is not acting, and directing is not directing.

Xia Xinghen's lips moved a little, as if to say something, but finally fell silent.

Tao Qingfeng asked: "Are you willing to let them..."

Xia Xinghen smiled self-deprecatingly: "Otherwise, what am I?"

Tao Qingfeng's eyes flickered slightly and said, "But this...will be very painful, right?"

"Pain?" Xia Xinghen suddenly showed a grim smile, "I don't have that kind of emotion. Now I'm just Yun Xianglei. Am I a monster?" Without waiting for an answer, he slammed the door.

Tao Qingfeng sighed deeply and frowned—acting is an art.And what is the ultimate art?Xia Xinghen chose this path... Do I have the qualifications to pull him out?

Tao Qingfeng calmed down and thought: Even from the perspective of his own safety, and simply hoping that the filming of this drama will be successful, he should implement a method, and he already has a plan in his mind.