1980 My literary era

The pseudo-literary salon at Yanjing Hotel was very successful, at least in Teng Jinxian's mind.

But Lin Weimin estimated that several other seniors attending the salon might not be happy, because when Bertolucci saw him, he was like a cat seeing a fish.

He kept catching himself and kept talking about the script. He didn't say a few words to anyone else the whole night.

Of course, Lin Weimin lived up to Teng Jinxian's high expectations and spent this night completely confusing Communist Party member Comrade Lao Bei.

After the literary salon ended, the film project "The Last Emperor" was officially launched.

After the news came out, it quickly caused a sensation in the domestic film industry.

Although Bertolucci is only in his forties this year, his fame in the international film industry can be traced back to the 1960s.

In 1962, he directed his first film "Death" and launched his director career. In 1969, he co-directed the short film collection "Love and Fury" with Marco Bellocchio, Pasolini, Godard and Carlo Rizzani, which was nominated for the Golden Bear Award at the 19th Berlin Film Festival.

In 1970, he directed the war film "Drifter" co-starring Jean-Louis Trintignant and Stephania Sandrelli, which was nominated for the Golden Bear Award at the 20th Berlin Film Festival.

In 1972, he directed the romance film "Last Tango in Paris" co-starring Marlon Brando, Maria Schneider, etc. For this film, he was nominated for the Best Director at the 46th Academy Awards and the 31st American Academy Awards. Nominated for the Ball Award for Best Director in a Motion Picture.

In 1981, he directed the feature film "The Tragedy of a Ridiculous Man" co-starring Ugo Toganej and Anouk Aimé, which was nominated for the Palme d'Or in the main competition unit of the 34th Cannes Film Festival.

In 1983, he served as chairman of the jury for the main competition of the 43rd Venice Film Festival.

Having been in the film industry for more than 20 years, Bertolucci has become one of the top directors in Italy and has established his own position internationally.

You know, when Bertolucci became famous, the fifth generation of domestic directors had not even gone to school, and the fourth generation of directors were also wasting their years.

At the moment, like thunder, it is reported that Bertolucci, a great director from Italy, is about to shoot a movie in China. Everyone who is involved in the film industry is excited, especially the actors.

Since the reform and opening up, the domestic literary and art circle has always been the spread of Western learning to the east. When people look at various artistic works from European and American countries, they often have a halo.

In the first few years, there was a “wave of going abroad”, including Chen Chong, Yang Hailian, Zhang Yu, Chen Ye, Gong Xue...

Countless movie stars, one after another, rush to the holy land of art and the country of freedom that they long for.

Nowadays, internationally renowned directors come to shoot movies at home. Isn’t this a mistake?

Since it is a movie with a Chinese theme, it is indispensable to use Chinese actors. Isn’t this an opportunity for everyone?

Many people couldn't help but gloated when they heard the news. In the past few years, the movie stars were running away one by one, all thinking of becoming international stars.

What now? When great directors come to shoot movies at home, domestic actors have the opportunity to become international stars.

It was with this mentality that Liu Xiaoqing found Tao Huimin, who was in the same crew, and asked Lin Weimin.

Tuanjie Lake Apartments.

Tao Huimin led Liu Xiaoqing through the door, followed by a tail.

Lin Weimin couldn't help but look weird when he saw Jiang Wen following Liu Xiaoqing.

"Teacher Lin!" Liu Xiaoqing greeted Lin Weimin with a smile.

"Hello, Teacher Lin!" Jiang Wen asked obediently.

At this time, "Furong Town" has not yet been released, and Jiang Wenshang has no representative works. He is just an ordinary little actor who follows Liu Xiaoqing. If his image is not up to standard, he will be called a pretty boy.

Today he knew that Liu Xiaoqing was coming to ask Lin Weimin for help, so he took the initiative to ask for help.

He had known Lin Weimin since he was in college, and with Lin Weimin's authorization, he created a student version of "Farewell My Concubine", which made a splash in major universities in Yanjing.

Although they are not acquaintances, they can at least exchange a few words when they meet.

Recently, Yan Film's version of "Dream of Red Mansions" has just started filming. Tao Huimin ended her intensive training life and moved from the guest house to Tuanjie Lake Apartment. She now returns to the apartment every day after filming.

Lin Weimin had just finished cooking and said with a smile: "You guys wait a minute, I will cook one more dish."

His dinner was prepared for two people.

Liu Xiaoqing hurriedly said: "Teacher Lin, no, no, no, we have all eaten."

She didn't come here to eat today.

After doing the math, Liu Xiaoqing and Lin Weimin have known each other for several years, but they are basically acquaintances, and they can't even exchange a few words every time they meet.

That time at Maxim Western Restaurant, Song Huaigui ate in front of Lin Weimin, and she was deeply impressed.

I know this guy looks easy-going, but actually he doesn't have a good temper. The most important thing is that he does not accept the sophistication of others.

Liu Xiaoqing didn't even dare to come to the door with gifts, let alone say anything about inviting guests to dinner. She sat obediently in the living room for more than half an hour.

After Lin Weimin and Tao Huimin finished dinner and walked to the living room, she stood up and said, "Teacher Lin!"

Jiang Wen also sat in the living room for more than half an hour, and his "meeting an acquaintance" attitude from the beginning became uneasy.

He used to be a student in school and never realized the gap in status between him and Lin Weimin.

After waiting for more than half an hour today, he finally understood.

Seeing Liu Xiaoqing stand up, he also stood up.

"Sit!" Lin Weimin waved his hand.

Lin Weimin knew very well the purpose of Liu Xiaoqing's visit and said straight to the point: "If you have anything to say, just tell me."

Liu Xiaoqing and Jiang Wen looked at each other, and then said with a smile: "Then I'll tell you the truth. You know Jiang Wen and I, and we are both actors. Director Bertolucci wants to make a movie in China, we We’ve all heard about it. I also heard that you are the screenwriter of the movie, so we wanted to come over and ask you about the movie.”

Jiang Wen was surprised when he heard Liu Xiaoqing's words. He came today intending to say a few words for Liu Xiaoqing, but he didn't expect that she said it first.

If word spreads about this, won’t my reputation as a pretty boy become solid?

The thoughts in Jiang Wen's mind flashed through his mind. He did not think about it in detail, but stared at Lin Weimin to observe his reaction.

“The movie is indeed going to be shot, and the screenwriter is not only me, but also Teng Ju.

Director Bertolucci is currently waiting for investment. The investment scale of this film will not be small, and they plan to attract some Hollywood investment. "

Liu Xiaoqing couldn't help but feel excited after listening to Lin Weimin's words. This was first-hand news.

Not only a great director like Bertolucci, but also Hollywood funds, if she can play the heroine, wouldn't she be a proper international actress?

"Teacher Lin, when will the filming of this movie start? Have the actors been decided?"

There is strong ambition and desire hidden in Liu Xiaoqing's eyes.

Lin Weimin asked bluntly: "Do you want to play the heroine?"

Liu Xiaoqing just hesitated for a moment, then nodded quickly and said, "Who wouldn't want to act in a movie like this?"

Lin Weimin nodded slightly, "That's true!"

After saying this, he pondered.

Liu Xiaoqing's face was a little nervous, and she didn't know what he meant.

After a moment, Lin Weimin spoke, "According to Director Bertolucci's idea, the male and female protagonists of this film will choose Asian actors with Hollywood backgrounds."

Hollywood? Asian?

Hearing these two requests, Liu Xiaoqing felt desperate.

It is true that she is very famous in China, and she is even famous in Hong Kong because of her starring roles in "The Man behind the Curtain" and "The Burning of the Old Summer Palace".

But when it comes to Hollywood, Liu Xiaoqing really has no confidence.

At this moment, she felt extremely regretful. Maybe she should have chosen to go abroad and work in Hollywood like Chen Chong.

"Does it have to be an actor from Hollywood?" Liu Xiaoqing asked with a hint of luck.

"That should be the case. After all, this movie is going to attract investment from Hollywood, and in terms of distribution, many of the countries it faces are English-speaking countries."

Lin Weimin's words made Liu Xiaoqing's heart completely sink.

In this case, she was completely hopeless.

Not only her, it should be said that all domestic actors have no hope.

Fortunately, before she came, she was still thinking that Chen Chong had lost his watermelon and picked up sesame seeds when he went to the United States.

Who would have thought!

Liu Xiaoqing felt bitter in her heart.

"but……"

Liu Xiaoqing's depressed mood was quickly aroused by these two words. She suddenly raised her head and looked at Lin Weimin, her face full of nervousness and anxiety.

"Teng Ju and I are also fighting with Director Bertolucci. For a movie shot by Chinese people, it would be a bit outrageous if the protagonist is not played by a Chinese person."

Lin Weimin's words were like flames that ignited the hope in Liu Xiaoqing's eyes.

"So, has Director Bertolucci agreed?"

Lin Weimin shook his head.

Liu Xiaoqing's heart sank to the bottom again.

"He hasn't decided yet. After all, the movie has just been approved and the investment has not yet been received. There is no rush to make a decision about actors."

Liu Xiaoqing couldn't help but blame Lin Weimin. If there is no decision, there is no decision. What do you mean by shaking your head? I thought they didn’t agree!

Thinking this in her heart, the expression on her face was extremely excited, "So, we still have a chance?"

"That's the theory."

Lin Weimin actually didn't tell the truth. Under his deception, Bertolucci had actually promised to choose a Chinese actor among the male and female protagonists of the movie.

But whether it is an actor or an actress depends on the suitability of the final casting.

Moreover, Bertolucci also put forward a requirement, that is, the actor's English speaking ability must meet the standards of filming and recording on-site.

After all, if the movie "The Last Emperor" is made, it will definitely be based on the English dialogue version.

Lin Weimin and Teng Jinxian kept this news secret and told no one.

Both of them knew that for domestic actors, the starring role in the movie "The Last Emperor" was like a goblin meeting Tang Sanzang, and they had to take a bite despite all odds.

If they really let them know the news, Lin Weimin and Teng Jinxian would not expect any peace of mind for more than half a year.

Today Liu Xiaoqing came to inquire about the news. Lin Weimin deliberately said it vaguely, just as a favor.

Because no matter in terms of acting skills, image or popularity, Liu Xiaoqing can definitely compete for the role of "Wanrong".

Lin Weimin and Teng Jinxian chatted before and talked about the choice of actors.

The first actress Teng Jinxian mentioned was Liu Xiaoqing, and others include Chen Chong, Fang Shu and others.

It can be said that Liu Xiaoqing can be said to represent the Chinese film actresses in the 1980s to a large extent.

Lin Weimin's ambiguous answer did not discourage Liu Xiaoqing. She muttered happily: "It's good to have a chance! It's good to have a chance!"

After a while, she said with a grateful face: "Teacher Lin, thank you so much today."

Lin Weimin said: "I didn't help much."

"Your few words have already helped me a lot. I..."

Lin Weimin waved his hand and interrupted Liu Xiaoqing's words.

"It's meaningless to say this. If you really want to thank me, it's not too late to thank me after you actually get the role."

Liu Xiaoqing nodded.

After talking about the characters, Liu Xiaoqing asked Lin Weimin about the content of the script. It would be better if he could prepare more.

The script of "The Last Emperor" is not a secret. Many people attended the literary salon that day, and they all knew something about it, but they were not as detailed as screenwriter Lin Weimin.

Liu Xiaoqing asked: "From your perspective as a screenwriter, do the images of Jiang Wen'er and I fit together?"

Liu Xiaoqing's words silenced Lin Weimin. If you talk about yourself, just talk about yourself. Why did you bring Jiang Wen with you?

"I can't say who fits the character in the script, but I know who definitely doesn't fit the character in the script."

"Who?" Jiang Wenjian asked in a whoosh.

Lin Weimin glanced at him and said nothing.

It turns out that it’s never words that hurt the most.

Jiang Wen was offended by Teacher Lin's look, and said aggrievedly: "Teacher Lin, in your heart, am I that bad?"

Lin Weimin said harmoniously: "It has nothing to do with the difference."

Jiang Wen felt a little more comfortable after hearing this.

"It's just a matter of face. As far as your image is concerned, in what way is it related to Puyi?"

Jiang Wen looked at Lin Weimin with tears in his eyes, "Can't you have some moral integrity in your mouth?"

Do you blame me for looking like this?