1980 My literary era

The noisy discussion at the symposium was directed at the matter of adaptation itself. After a whole morning of intense discussion, the final result was getting closer and closer to Lin Weimin's snake oil speech just now.

The reason is also very simple.

This is not a class struggle, where the east wind prevails over the west wind, but everyone uses their professional knowledge to persuade each other.

Maybe those sitting here are also authoritative figures in their respective fields. Are you so knowledgeable that you can convince others?

If you want to reach an agreement, you can only compromise, compromise, and compromise again.

Finally, the meeting ended in a peaceful atmosphere.

The general principle of the TV series "A Dream of Red Mansions" has been officially determined as follows: Cheng Gao's version is the base, Zhi Yanzhai's commentary is the guide, and later generations' lost explorations of red studies are supplements.

The seniors came forward one by one and patted Lin Weimin's shoulders, encouraging and spurring him.

His mind is still a little dazed.

"Jia Bao has accepted a good student!" Mr. Wu Zuxiang praised.

Mr. Wan chuckled, his face flushed.

When everyone was almost gone, Lin Weimin asked: "Teacher, is this... a bit sloppy?"

"Why are you so careless?"

"Everyone was so noisy before. Mr. Zhou dragged his sick body to the meeting, and Mr. Shen..."

"You think it's fast?"

Lin Weimin nodded.

Mr. Wan asked: "What direction do you think the TV series adaptation of "A Dream of Red Mansions" should take?"

Lin Weimin thought for a moment and said: "There are several directions! Either use Cheng Gao's book, or abandon Cheng Gao's book, and make new inferences based on the first eighty chapters, Zhi Yanzhai's commentary and the research results of red science, or, as I said, choose Cheng Gao's book The advantages, plus the ones mentioned just now, combined.”

Mr. Wan nodded slightly, "The idea is very correct. Do you think these people present can't think of it?"

Lin Weimin suddenly realized.

Mr. Wan continued: "Actually, there are only a few directions for adaptation. It is definitely impossible to reach a consensus at the beginning. After all, everyone has to express their opinions. But everyone also understands that one must choose one of them. At this time, Mr. Wu just happened to hit on you. What you said is, at worst, called tiger balm, but at best, it is the golden mean. It is in line with the way of thinking of our people, and there is no reason for anyone to object."

With Mr. Wan's explanation, Lin Weimin finally understood.

Did you bump into it by accident?

No, you can't say that when you're out.

It should be said that Teacher Lin took the lead in the adaptation direction of the TV series "A Dream of Red Mansions" and made the greatest contribution to the adaptation of "A Dream of Red Mansions".

Well, this statement is much more noble, and it immediately highlights the important role of Teacher Lin.

After saying these things, Mr. Wan stood up and left. He had something to do in the afternoon.

Lin Weimin saw him off. The old man had a special car. He got in and left. Lin Weimin said to Dai Linfeng and Wang Fulin who were seeing them out: "Dai Tai, Director Wang, don't see him off. Go back."

"Teacher Lin, walk slowly!"

Lin Weimin had the advantage of sneaking into the advisory group of "A Dream of Red Mansions". Sitting with so many expert advisors, his seniority status was unknowingly raised.

After riding his motorcycle and about to leave the broadcasting compound, Lin Weimin saw a middle-aged man with a stocky face running into the compound in a hurry with a luggage bag on his back.

"Hey, comrade, comrade!" The guard at the door stopped the middle-aged man, "What can I do for you? Do you have a letter of introduction?"

The middle-aged man hurriedly took out the letter of introduction and explained: "I am here to participate in the "Dream of Red Mansions" symposium."

The guard glanced at the letter of introduction and then looked at the middle-aged man.

"Comrade, your letter of introduction is not enough. The "Dream of Red Mansions" symposium has ended. What is your name? I am on the list?"

The middle-aged man hesitated for a moment, "My name is Leng Jiefang!"

The guard checked the list and said, "Isn't your name on it?"

Leng Jiefang said anxiously: "Let's not talk about this for now. Did you just say that the symposium was over?"

"Yeah, it just ended not long ago."

"Where is that person?"

"who?"

"Those experts who participated in the symposium!"

"They're all gone!"

Leng Jiefang's expression became even more urgent, "When will the next meeting be held?"

The guard shook his head, "How do I know? I have to wait for notification."

Leng Jiefang looked anxious and decided to change direction, "Comrade, then I will ask your TV station to be responsible for the leadership of "Dream of Red Mansions"."

The guard shook his head again, "No."

"Why?"

"Your letter of introduction is not enough."

"Comrade, you are accommodating!"

The guard looked embarrassed, "This is really unreasonable. How about you wait at the door? Wait for the leader to go out or get off work?"

Leng Jiefang thought for a while and said helplessly: "That's okay."

"Then please point me to the leader I'm looking for when the time comes." Leng Jiefang pleaded.

The guard hesitated for a moment and nodded, "Okay, but as promised, you won't cause any trouble for me."

"Definitely not, definitely not."

After talking to the guard, Leng Jiefang consciously walked outside the door of the broadcasting compound and found a shady place to squat down.

"Comrade!"

Leng Jiefang raised his head, revealing a handsome and attractive face.

"What do you want?"

Leng Jiefang's honest face showed a bit of vigilance. The public security was not good now. He came to Yanjing from his hometown, and he listened to people talking about security cases along the way while taking the train.

"What do you want from those experts?" Lin Weimin asked.

"Nothing, let's talk!" Leng Jiefang said in a muffled voice.

Lin Weimin had a smile on his face. This man is interesting!

"Then tell me, what do you want to communicate?"

Leng Jiefang raised his eyes and glanced at Lin Weimin, "You don't understand even if I tell you."

Yo, you still look down on people.

"How do you know I don't understand?"

Leng Jiefang felt that the young man in front of him did not look like a good person and seemed to be looking for trouble.

He did not answer Lin Weimin's words and moved his body to the side.

Hey!

After all, Teacher Lin is a respectable person in Yanjing. How come you are so annoying to people here?

Throw away your work permit.

Leng Jiefang squatted on the ground and stared at it for a moment, then took it back. He followed the movement of the work permit and stood up.

"you are……"

"I'm Lin Weimin!" Teacher Lin shouted with pride.

The name, photo, work unit, and position are clearly written on the work permit.

A person's name, the shadow of a tree.

Leng Jiefang had naturally heard of Teacher Lin, and a smile appeared on his honest face, "Teacher Lin..."

"Can we communicate this time?"

Leng Jiefang was still smiling, but still shook his head.

"cannot!"

I……

Teacher Lin was depressed. This kid was so insecure!

"Why can't we communicate?"

"You don't understand "A Dream of Red Mansions."" Leng Jiefang said flatly.

Lin Weimin was looked down upon, and Teacher Lin was very angry. Teacher Lin pulled Leng Jiefang into the security room.

"teacher LIN!"

Lin Weimin often appears on CCTV, so the security guard will naturally recognize him.

"Please take out the list of the "Dream of Red Mansions" advisory group just now and show it to him."

The guard found the list and handed it to Leng Jiefang.

"Look!" Lin Weimin said.

Leng Jiefang wondered what was so interesting about this list.

Look down, huh?

He raised his head again, with shock written all over his face, "Are you a consultant?"

Teacher Lin raised his head, raised his eyebrows again, and said from his nose, "Yeah!"

Leng Jiefang had a somewhat embarrassed expression on his face, "I'm so sorry, I didn't know you were a consultant."

You kid, you are arrogant in front and respectful in back, you are not a good thing!

Teacher Lin cursed in his heart and said: "It's okay. Those who don't know are not to blame."

This time, Leng Jiefang didn't need Teacher Lin to ask any more questions and took the initiative to explain the reason why he came to Yanjing.

His hometown is NY City. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the army. After retiring, he entered the local government and now works in the publicity department.

I don’t have any other hobbies, I just like to read "Dream of Red Mansions". As I read it, I wanted to study it in depth.

In the past two years, he published two articles in the "Red Studies" journal, which attracted the attention of the Red Studies community. Last year, he was invited to participate in the Red Society Conference held in Shanghai, and was the youngest representative at the time.

When he attended the conference before, he heard that CCTV was going to adapt "Dream of Red Mansions" and wanted to offer advice, but unfortunately he didn't get in touch.

This time he heard from other Red Studies enthusiasts that an expert advisory group had been formed for the TV series version of "A Dream of Red Mansions" and a symposium was to be held in Yanjing, so he hurried over.

This is really a fan of "Dream of Red Mansions"!

Lin Weimin didn't want to speak out against Leng Jiefang, but the reality was that with his status, he basically had no chance to offer advice.

It’s not that he has a low status, these days anyone who picks up shit can write letters to national leaders, let alone a “Dream of Red Mansions”.

The most important thing here is that Leng Jiefang mentioned a person just now-Mr. Feng Qiyong.

The reason why Leng Jiefang was able to participate in the Red Studies Conference held in Shanghai was because of Feng Qiyong's appreciation. As both great red scholars, Mr. Zhou Ruchang and Mr. Feng Qiyong have very different academic philosophies.

As a consultant, Lin Weimin knows a lot about the filming process of "Dream of Red Mansions".

In fact, CCTV was preparing to film "Dream of Red Mansions", but the government leaders in charge of TV and film did not support it. Mr. Feng Qiyong was also opposed to it, so CCTV turned to Mr. Zhou Ruchang, who was relatively independent, for help.

If Leng Jiefang can be appreciated by Feng Qiyong, his research direction and results must be co-produced with Feng Qiyong. And the CCTV version of "Dream of Red Mansions" is deeply influenced by the research results of Mr. Zhou Ruchang. The academic dispute is the battle of orthodoxy. How can Leng Jiefang, a junior? Might be able to talk.

Lin Weimin took him to a restaurant, treated him to lunch, and told him the twists and turns.

Leng Jiefang looked bitter and was speechless.

"How did that happen?"

The reason why he studied "Dream of Red Mansions" was out of pure love. He also wanted to make suggestions for CCTV's adaptation of the TV series "Dream of Red Mansions" because of his enthusiasm.

But reality was like a basin of cold water, pouring down his inner enthusiasm.

He opened the packages of research results and information he carried with him and murmured: "How could this happen?"

Lin Weimin consoled him: "Don't be so depressed. CCTV's "Dream of Red Mansions" doesn't mean anything. Fudan Film Company in Shanghai filmed "Dream of Red Mansions" as early as 1927. Another film company filmed it in 29 years, and there are still 44 years left. , 1962, "A Dream of Red Mansions" is the pinnacle of Chinese classical literature. Has it been adapted into films and TV shows so many times in recent years?"

"That's different. It was filmed by CCTV and approved by the state."

In the minds of many people, CCTV represents the country, which is why Leng Jiefang is so disappointed.

"What's the matter? Are you studying "Dream of Red Mansions" specifically for the film and television version of it?"

Leng Jiefang said anxiously: "Of course not, I really love "Dream of Red Mansions"."

"So, why are you so disappointed?" Lin Weimin said in a relaxed tone. He casually took a thick manuscript paper from Lin Jiefang's open bag and asked, "Are these the results of your research?"

Leng Jiefang nodded, "Yeah."

Lin Weimin's eyes were on the manuscript paper. The words "Seize the Palace" were written on the first page.

He was a little puzzled. Isn't it the research material for "Dream of Red Mansions"? How do you make it look like a novel?

Open the manuscript paper and look carefully.

After a moment, Lin Weimin opened his eyes in disbelief.