I’m a Director, I’m Not Bad

Chapter 566 564 Dzi Beads

Chapter 566 564. Dzi Beads

"Go, it's almost time, let's go to the opening ceremony."

After saying everything that "should be said", Xu Xin waved his hand.

After seeing off Nazha and the dull-looking Yang Zi, they had just walked about five or six steps forward when they heard Yu Zhen say:

"That kid is pretty smart."

"Um."

He responded, recalling his first meeting with the girl.

He let out a sigh full of emotion:

"Everything is unpredictable."

"Mimi plans to sign her?"

"Well, that's not clear. Just sign if you want. The company needs people anyway. You don't know yet, right? We invested in a drama club that specializes in comedy, called "Happy Twist". It's just to bring in some good talents. After signing it, put it inside. Go down first, and then perform in dramas and stage plays. After you hone your basic skills, lift it up..."

Before he finished speaking, Yu Zhen understood what he meant.

He showed an expression of approval:

"This idea is very good. Close contact with the audience can greatly improve the actor's acting skills. What people who specialize in comedy need most is to understand the life in the market. One of the essences of comedy is actually to create a A sense of gap.

To interpret this sense of gap, the actors themselves need to understand and understand the truest appearance of the object they need to interpret. And if young actors can practice "observation", it will be of great help to their future film and television careers. "

"That's right. So the two of us knew from people around us that this drama club wanted us to invest and promote them, so we did it directly."

"What about the scouting system? Is it perfect?"

"This...to be honest, I don't know either."

Xu Xin smiled and shook his head:

"I'm not in charge of everything in the company, she's taking care of it."

"You..."

Yu Zhen shook her head helplessly:

"It is truly a lifetime of blessing to have found such a good wife. She takes care of your food and clothing, and also ensures your independence in artistic creation as a director. But you have to be nice to her, and you can't do anything to regret her, you know?" "

"...Teacher Yu."

"Um?"

"Why do I always feel that you are not at ease with me? You see, it was fine before the Olympics. You also said the same to me on the day I returned to school. Take care of yourself and sit upright... Even now..."

Xu Xin looked at his mentor with doubts in his eyes:

"Are you so worried about me?"

"It's not that I'm worried about you."

Yu Zhen shook her head and said with some emotion as she walked towards the entrance of the theater:

"I don't trust everyone, but other people are not worthy of my opening my mouth...Xu Xin, you have won one of the top three best director awards now. If "Hawthorn Tree" can be a big hit, then... It is almost certain that you are the person with the last appeal to the young generation.

But you are too young, you know?

Full of uncertainty.

Besides, this circle... changes every year. What was the circle like when I first started working? And what is the circle like now? This change is very scary~”

As she said that, she started to pull her fingers:

"Fame, wealth, women, power, status...

I don’t know how many heroes throughout the ages have lost their lives on this.

You think you have eaten and seen a lot.

But there are more things you haven’t seen or heard.

Just like when we are lost in creation, what we can rely on is our unwavering belief in ourselves after understanding and understanding ourselves. When you lose the "big desire" that can really stimulate you to risk your life, or the feeling that you rely on to survive. When you feel fresh, when you face this rolling mortal world, the only thing that can restrict you is your inner moral law.

So it's a good thing that people often say these things to you. Just like a wall you often put a handful of dust on, it is the same as pouring a ladle of water on it.

It won’t put any burden on you, on the contrary, it will make your home stronger.

The sage Confucius also said, "Three self-examinations of one's self, a scholar's determination to follow the Way."

The success of a gentleman is nothing more than the four elements: literature, conduct, loyalty, and trustworthiness.

As a teacher, I would rather ink these words on you a few times until they annoy you than have no one tell you and you slowly ignore them. "

After not seeing the disciple for several months, Yu Zhen's words became more serious as she watched him get higher and higher.

If someone else said this, they might not be qualified.

But she is Xu Xin’s teacher.

One of the responsibilities of a teacher is to teach.

This seed was planted by her.

She expected him to grow into a towering tree more than anyone else.

Therefore, the tree trunk must not be crooked.

Xu Xin nodded vigorously.

Although he didn't know what Teacher Yu was thinking, these words were definitely for his own good.

Then you have to listen.

…

After a while, the two of them also came to the theater.

The teacher and student parted ways.

Xu Xin entered the small auditorium in the theater, while Yu Zhen, as a teacher, would appear on the stage of the auditorium soon.

He put his mask back on.

In fact, as Yu Zhen said, all the young woman's care for him was left in the details.

For example, he has this mask on his face now.

His masks are usually white, the kind that make his face appear slimmer.

It's still summer, and black masks absorb heat. Logically speaking, you shouldn't buy this one.

But today is a special day.

The young woman feels that her brother has just returned to China after winning the Best Director, and his reputation must be quite high, which will attract more attention in itself.

Today is the opening ceremony again. It would be even more eye-catching if he wore a white mask and sat under the auditorium.

It’s not like Yang Mi has never been to the theater. Many students rehearse plays here on weekdays. Whether it's the lighting or the layout, she knows it all.

During the opening ceremony, the lights will definitely not be as dim as the performance. If you wear a white mask, it will be more eye-catching.

So if he changes to a black one, as long as he sits back, as long as no spotlight hits him, the color of the mask will definitely not be conspicuous, and he will not receive so much attention. Moreover, when the teacher leader was speaking on the stage, it was inappropriate to see someone wearing a white mask.

Seems impolite.

But the black mask and the combination of sitting back basically avoid this situation. So I specially prepared a new box.

You see, these are details.

But Yang Mi didn't say anything at all.

She was like a pool of gentle water, wrapping her beloved man tightly. Although occasionally the water will be sticky, and I will draw a map or something. But more often than not, it moistens all things without contending, flowing quietly and as gentle as a song.

As expected, Xu Xin also chose a seat in the corner of the back row.

I sat in the corner with no one next to me, looking at the empty stage and waiting for the opening ceremony to begin.

I lowered my head, scrolled through Weibo, and started to read the recent news about "Hawthorn Tree" in China.

The news of "Hawthorn Tree" has indeed been on Weibo and the entertainment section of various media magazines in the past few days. Even if the Venice Film Festival is over, the popularity is still there.

The trailer and some stills released by Xiying Studio were leaked, and a slogan was called "The Purest Love".

Take advantage of this enthusiasm to start publicity.

Because the popularity is so high, even other movies that were in the running were suppressed.

No matter whether it is "Sword Rain" or "Tongtian Empire", there is no splash.

After he roughly understood everything from the fans' expectations to the media's speculation and evaluation, etc., the entire small auditorium became noisy and noisy.

Most of the people who came here were first-year graduate students, old and young, and they were chatting with acquaintances here with their own longings.

There are not many people, and the seats are relatively spread out.

He put away his phone.

For him, "The Hawthorn Tree" is almost a thing of the past.

Even to say an exaggerated statement. A total investment of less than 20 million, with this kind of publicity scale, is really a return on investment with eyes closed.

As for the box office performance after the money is recovered, it is a matter of money.

His interest was no longer great.

Headwind accounted for 30% of the investment in this drama.

Even if the profit was 100 million, it was only a matter of 3,000 yuan. He was so worried about the box office... He really couldn't imagine how anyone could do it for such a small amount of money... ahem.

Forget it, it’s easy to get scolded if you tell me.

Still not mentioning it.

At this time, he heard the chat of several people in front:

"Eh? Do you think Xu Xin will come today?"

Xu Xin's ears perked up.

"What the hell, I just won the Best Director award. It's only been two days since the show ended. I guess I haven't even returned to China yet."

"That's right, do you need to attend the freshman ceremony?"

"Okay... I actually want to transfer to instructor Yu Zhen..."

"You have to think carefully. If she doesn't want you, our teacher will be in trouble."

"Tsk...I'm done. But if my partner comes next year, I can let her report to the teacher. Can Xu Xin give me some care?"

"Are you asking your partner to help them write papers?"

"Isn't this stupid? He still needs to write a paper? Do you think they are like us..."

"I'm so happy...Graduate students don't have to write a thesis. Is there anything happier than this in the world?"

Several people were chatting there, and Xu Xin behind them looked strange.

Brother, your guess is quite accurate...

From some perspectives, there seems to be nothing happier than graduate students not having to write a thesis.

With a sense of proud superiority rising in his heart, he leaned back in his seat and crossed his legs with a smile.

Well, comfortable.

…

The opening ceremony did not last long.

It only takes an hour in total.

After the opening ceremony, Xu Xin received a text message from Yu Zhen asking him to go to the research room.

After arriving all the way to the subject room, he saw three classmates from the same batch.

Tian Yusheng, Bi Gan and Xin Yukun.

He just showed up, without even taking off his mask. Tian Yusheng stood up first:

"Hello, Director Xu."

Although this guy was born in 1983, he looks quite handsome and his tone is very polite.

Xu Xin smiled and shook his hand:

"Just call me Xu Xin. Hello, we are all fellow disciples, so don't be so polite."

Bi Gan, who wears glasses, is slightly fat and dull, and Xin Yukun, who smiles politely and looks full of sophistication from the old town, both nodded.

As soon as Xu Xin finished speaking, the door behind him was opened.

He didn't have time to move, and the door panel hit his heels.

With a "dong" sound, Yu Zhen looked at him speechlessly:

"What are you doing? Being a doorkeeper?"

"No, don't we know each other?"

Xu Xin quickly moved out of the way.

And Yu Zhen nodded:

"Well, since we all know each other, let's skip the introduction step. You can leave each other's contact information later. Although school has just started, it's not my style to arrange courses when you are not used to it, but the time is just right. On."

As she spoke, she walked to the small blackboard and scrawled a line of words:

"An analysis of director Xu Xin's style and aesthetic characteristics"

"This is your topic this time...Xu Xin, why are you blushing?"

Following her words, the three of them looked at Xu Xin who was beside him and felt a little at a loss...

After being stared at by the three people, Xu Xin gasped a few times and said:

"Refreshing?"

"puff……"

Before Yu Zhen spoke, Bi Gan seemed to know what he meant and burst out laughing.

But I immediately felt something was wrong and quickly lowered my head.

Yu Zhen shook her head helplessly:

"Okay, this is a topic for the three of you. I have nothing else to do today. Go back and pack your things... When are you leaving?"

"tomorrow."

"How to get there? Will I pay for the air ticket or will it be paid by the crew?"

"……private plane."

"..."

Bi Gan raised his head again, his face filled with "What?" in disbelief.

Xu Xin silently lowered his head...

Teacher Yu's expression is cannibalistic.

"well……"

Yu Zhen shook her head helplessly:

"Then let's do this. Your senior brothers are in Shanghai now, and the three of you will go with him to Shanghai tomorrow. He will start shooting a movie called "Love Is Not Blind", and this is your topic. Do you still need me to take care of what happens next?"

"No, I'll just do it."

"Okay, let's put it this way. For reference, you can go to the school website to read the literature on lens aesthetics, or just go to the library and borrow it. This paper is one of the indicators for this semester. In the end, it depends on the quality of the paper. . As for the time... there is no limit. But you have to submit a paper result at the end of the semester. My class does not require you to help me with the research paper, and it is relatively easy, but you just need to remember one thing. That is, don't be fooled. Whether you are careful or not, I can see it, let’s talk about it later.”

Yu Zhen, who has a very typical "trouble-saving" tutor personality, waved her hands directly after speaking:

"Okay, let's just say that. As for the following treatment issues, and some things you don't understand, you can ask him, or ask your senior brothers and sisters in the magic city... Oh yes, I forgot to tell you ”

Looking at the three people, she said word by word:

"When he was filming "The Hawthorn Tree", your senior brothers were the executive directors. Xiaotian and Yukun, you two have a lot of experience in the industry, and you have even made some achievements yourself. Then I can talk to you more. Communicate and communicate. As for Bi Gan, you don’t have to feel inferior. After all, you are the only one of these people who has graduated, and even Xu Xin has his own rich work experience. So learn in a down-to-earth manner and research in a down-to-earth manner. Do you understand? "

"I understand, Teacher Yu."

Bi Gan nodded.

"Well, okay, that's it for today, let's disband... Oh yes, Xu Xin, the ashtray is in the cabinet, clean it when you leave."

He arrived in a hurry, stayed for less than ten minutes, and left gracefully.

Teacher Yu is so handsome.

After she left, the three people looked at Xu Xin at the same time:

"Xu... Director Xu, we will... tomorrow..."

Looking at Xin Yukun, Xu Xin smiled and said:

"Let's leave a phone number and I'll have someone pick you up from school. How about that?"

As he spoke, he began to smoke.

Then I started rummaging through boxes and cabinets to find the ashtray that Teacher Yu mentioned.

Xin Yukun took the cigarette, glanced at Tian Yusheng, and then at Bi Gan, who didn't smoke but still took it, and continued to ask:

"What kind of movie are we going to be a part of?"

"Urban romance film. The novel that was very popular on the Internet in the past two years is called "Thirty-three Days of Love". You can go back and read the novel. It is available online. I will find a place to type the script to you later..."

As he spoke, he found an ashtray in the display case.

Along with the ashtray was a tea set and half a tea cake.

Xu Xin could tell at a glance that the tea was definitely a gift from the young woman.

He recognized the packaging of Lao Ban Zhang.

Taking out all these things, he smiled and said:

"You're not in a hurry to leave, are you? Let's have a pot of tea?"

The three of them also knew that Teacher Yu's last words made it clear that he wanted everyone to enhance their relationship together.

Although... these three people felt quite strange to have "equal communication" with this great director who had just won the Best Director in Venice.

Obviously I feel that he is far away from me...

But the cigarette in my hand was handed out by someone else, and the tea set and ashtray were also brought out by someone else...

It's just ridiculous.

But no one said no.

After all...it's all about the teacher.

If it were normal times...want to have a cup of tea with Director Xu?

Tsk.

What's your status?

Are you having tea with someone?

Therefore, Tian Yusheng, who reacted the fastest, immediately locked the pure water bucket next to it and the kettle placed next to the bucket:

"I'll boil the water."

Xin Yukun nodded with a smile and began to clear the table full of subject materials.

Both of them started to work.

Bi Gan looked around...

Take the broom and mop directly behind the door.

But he didn't move it and put it aside.

Subtext: Let me clean up the last part of the house.

Xu Xin took a look and was happy.

Haha, okay, they are all wonderful people.

So, the cigarettes were put on the table, and the tea was made. Although the next two years could not be said to be together day and night, it could be said that the four people who shared the honor and disgrace sat at the table, and the two families were quarrelsome and strengthened their relationship.

Accompanied by the smooth aftertaste of tobacco and Lao Banzhang, it is not a novelty, but it is more relaxed and natural than the tea party. This is how it started.

…

At lunchtime, Xu Xin got in the car and left alone.

good.

None of the three classmates have very eccentric personalities, and there was quite a lot to talk about in this simple tea party.

From personal work experience to some stylistic issues in the film, etc., there are all kinds of things, including jokes and some persistence and differences involving academics and shooting concepts.

Overall very comfortable.

After returning home, the family had a happy lunch. In the afternoon, after the children woke up, the family set off to Shijia Hutong.

Over in Shijia Hutong, five decoration teams spent more than half a year renovating the main buildings of the three courtyards.

Now begins the interior decoration and exterior landscaping.

We strive to have all the renovations completed before the end of October, and then start the soft furnishings.

All the furniture and appliances at home have been purchased long ago. Xu Daqiang rented a warehouse in the suburbs of Beijing. Furniture that needs to be scented, as well as gypsum boards, doors, windows, cabinet boards, etc., are all placed in the warehouse in advance to contain the scent. .

This has been going on for more than half a year. When the soft decoration begins, I will directly bring it over to decorate it. Once it is installed, you can actually move in.

And all the furniture is mostly made of solid wood and leather.

But for the sake of the children, if you want to move in, you still have to wait until the heating is turned on this year to dissipate the formaldehyde.

So it’s time to move in after the new year.

When Xu Xin entered the door, he went straight to his work area.

After seeing that there were no major problems in the screening room, cigar bar, or various leisure and entertainment places, I was completely satisfied.

The place is big, the three courtyards inside and outside add up to nearly 2,000 square meters, so you have everything you need.

Enough for him and his friends to "spend".

After finishing the decoration, it was almost time for the family to part ways.

He and Yang Mi took Sun Ting straight to Qinchuan Yashe.

The filming of "The Legend of Zhen Huan" will start tomorrow. Let's have a meal together today.

The two of them arrived not too early. When they arrived, Zheng Xiaolong and the crew had already arrived.

"Director Zheng."

"Haha, Director Xu."

"No, no, no, just call me Xiao Xu."

Xu Xin quickly said politely.

But this time, Zheng Xiaolong did not force himself, but instead smiled and nodded:

"Drink two more drinks tonight, this is a wedding wine."