I’m a Director, I’m Not Bad

Chapter 714 711 Drama Road

Chapter 714 711. Drama

On the 13th, on the plane.

The end of Cannes heralded the beginning of Xu Xin's new work. But before that, at least on his way back home, he still had some free time.

At this moment, he was sitting on the sofa, looking out the window at the dazzling clear sky, his eyes empty.

At this time, Wang Sicong and Di Wei came over together.

"Playing cards?"

In fact, everyone can see the state of the two of them, except for the final kick.

As for why they didn't step forward, no one asked.

However, the behavior of the two does seem to be inseparable.

Even when they were playing cards with Xu Xin, they sat next to each other.

But Xu Xin didn't agree.

He just waved his hand:

"Not fighting, just thinking about things."

"...?"

Wang Sicong, who had already started washing poker cards, was a little puzzled:

"What's going on? You're distracted. What are you thinking about?"

"Tang Wei."

"..."

Xu Xin's words made the two people opposite them look strange in their eyes.

However, Wang Sicong still understands him.

Although this sounds ambiguous at first glance...

"Speaking of which, I saw her chatting with you for a long time last night...what? She wants to get in touch with you?"

"So be it."

Xu Xin's eyes gradually became focused, he picked up the lighter on the table and began to spin it unconsciously:

"She told me that she felt her career had reached a plateau and asked me if I had any suggestions."

"...What did you say?"

"You fooled me. What can I say? But she is quite smart. After seeing that I didn't point out her intention, she took the initiative to chat with me about "33 Days". Then she asked for my WeChat."

If Xu Xin's words were heard by others, they would probably think twice.

But Wang Sicong didn't.

After thinking for a moment, he asked:

"Then if she takes the initiative to surrender, will you want her?"

"The truth is... yes."

Xu Xin nodded:

"But I won't put her in Shuangwei. Instead, I will invite her to join the actor troupe in the factory."

Wang Sicong was stunned:

"Can the factory want her? I think...at most, Dami will be brought down if she has a harem. You...don't forget, she was still in the stage of being banned two years ago."

Before she finished speaking, Di Wei said curiously:

"Is it because of Lust, Caution?"

"right."

Wang Sicong responded:

"Or...it's her misfortune. Although the film "Lust, Caution" is very large, under normal circumstances, it would be just a matter of deleting those nudity scenes, so there would be no problem. But...in 2008, do you remember what happened? ?”

"The Olympics."

"……hey-hey."

Although he was speechless, Wang Sicong still laughed out loud.

My heart says Brother Qi, you are so cute.

Then he took the initiative to remind:

"Door."

"Door...oh~~~~"

Di Wei suddenly showed a clear look.

Seeing that she understood, Wang Sicong said:

"After those photos came out, the authorities started to deal with these... so-called indecent artists. As a result, she was also included. She was banned for two years... But fortunately, Li Yu is a person, and she also feels guilty. He took her directly to Xiangjiang for development. I remember that Feng Xiaogang was still complaining about her, Lao Xu, is this happening?"

"I don't know. Is there any?"

"Yes, I have."

Wang Sicong's face showed a look of reminiscence:

"If I remember correctly, Feng Xiaogang said, why don't you ban Li Yu, ban Liang Chaowei, what's wrong with bullying a little girl... But she is fine now. Li Yu helped her get the Xiangjiang ID card, and passed The talent introduction plan has allowed her to return to the public eye again. So now she has been "cleansed" and re-entered the market. But... the factory doesn't necessarily want her, right?"

Xu Xin did not answer him directly, but asked rather curiously:

"Where did you get this information?...You know a lot."

"Then look."

The eldest young master raised his head quite proudly:

"We guys can eat anywhere."

"Nothing wrong, nothing wrong!"

Si Wei also praised it.

Although it's a bit of a joke...

But the sour smell successfully hit Xu Xin.

Fine.

These two people...

Waiting to return home.

I put Yang Mi’s head in the vinegar bucket and rinsed it, then held it and gnawed it!

Let’s see who can outshine whom!

A little speechless, he said:

"The factory will want her because, aside from the so-called expression of sexual desire, she has performed very well in "Lust, Caution" and this time in "Martial Arts". I can see that she is a very down-to-earth person, but She is also a very talented actor. To put it bluntly, the so-called erotic scenes cannot be blamed on her. If the director wants to film it, the actor has to film it even if he doesn't want to. So, she actually has no choice in this matter. But putting all that aside...she's a really good actress."

"Then why don't you want her? If you come to Shuangwei, wouldn't you be stronger?"

"Because she is not my muse."

Xu Xin spread his hands and answered his friend's question with a helpless attitude:

"Old Wang, you have to understand one thing... Or to put it more rogue, Li Yu took off her clothes a few years ago and let her burst into everyone's sight.

She was red, but she had no clothes on her body.

What she needs now is a director who can help her put on clothes and let her shine more dazzlingly. I, can be, can do it.

But I won’t do it, because she is not my muse. The effort and resources I spend on her can make me admire... at least three to five women who are talented, have foundation, and can be equally dazzling in their clothes. Actor.

These people will spread their wings in the future and bring you scenes of excellent works. To me, this is what I really want. Instead of going through all the trouble just to put a coat on her body. "

In fact, these words sound cold and ruthless at first glance.

But it is a very correct reality.

Tang Wei is not his wife.

It has nothing to do with him either.

Why do I have to work so hard to change the public's impression of you after we meet each other by chance?

Am I greedy for your body? Or do you owe me a favor?

And Wang Sicong also understood what Xu Xin meant.

He said with a bit of sigh:

"The price for her to take off...is too high."

"Actually, it's not all about this. Every actor actually has his or her own director...or style. It can only be said that her style is more suitable for her than living in the moment. Living in the psychology of the fifth generation director. But now the fifth generation is also facing elimination. She walked into the heart of the fifth generation director and chose to go back to the past. Naturally, there is no future. Quality is conserved, this is other people's No one can help with the choice.”

"Then where do you think her future will be?"

"Niche films, literary films. As a director, she is not suitable for me to take the path of earning money... Therefore, her ceiling is at most the literary goddess of some people. It is undeniable that the actor must be a good actor. It's just that …”

Having said this, he paused.

There is no sadness or joy in the eyes, but there is a very objective rationality:

"Li Yu made her a success, but also destroyed her. He trapped her forever in a strange circle that does not belong to this era."

"And you could be her savior, but you don't want to?"

Although these words were a bit suspicious of wearing a high hat, Xu Xin still nodded with a rather confident attitude:

"That's right. But it's not that I don't want to do it, it's just that she's not worthy of me. If I have the time, I can train a few more good actors and let them flourish. That's better than anything else."

Hearing this, Wang Sicong's style suddenly changed:

"Hey, then take a look at Seventh Brother... Director Xu, please take a good look at it and help us Seventh Brother think about how to spread the branches..."

"..."

Si Wei and Xu Xin were speechless.

Di Wei was speechless. How could it be that one second it was Tang Wei, and the next second it was me?

Xu Xin was speechless because he heard what his friend meant.

but……

Lao Wang’s topic is not easy to answer.

because……

Frankly speaking, in Xu Xin's eyes, Qi Ge's acting path is actually very narrow.

Her facial features were indescribable.

Beauty is indeed first class.

But this kind of beauty is her distinctive feature, and it is also an extremely fatal weakness.

That's... too strong.

Her facial features are actually very delicate and harmonious, but together they look too heroic.

The role suitable for this kind of person must not be weak first.

It won't work if it's silly and sweet, it won't work if it's brainless, and it won't work if the contrast is too high.

Her comfort zone is actually a strong, royal, heroic and crisp type.

It has nothing to do with acting.

It's the natural compatibility of appearance and temperament.

This is just like Yang Mi knowing that she has a small frame and cannot support Wu Meiniang's peerless elegance.

There are some roles that Sister Bingbing can play, but if Yang Mi wants to play them, she will blow up if she is right.

This unsuitability is innate and cannot be made up for.

And Lao Wang asked what he meant...

Xu Xin felt that it was necessary to explain it clearly in advance, otherwise there would be estrangement between the provincial buddies in the future.

So, his eyes fell on Di Wei's face.

Without saying a word, he started staring.

Si Wei was speechless at first.

But after being stared at by Xu Xin for a long time, she didn't dare to mess around, so she could only sit on the sofa obediently.

Xu Xin stared at her for more than a minute, and Dai Wei remained motionless for more than a minute.

Then……

He lit a cigarette.

"Brother Qi, at this stage, do you have more appointments for TV series or movies?"

Si Wei quickly replied:

"It's quite a lot. But... to be honest, the reason why the company didn't let me take the job was because they were waiting for "33 Days" to be released. As long as the movie is popular, I can increase my salary..."

"Well, that's the right choice."

Xu Xin nodded, holding a cigarette. After thinking for a while, he knew how to proceed with this conversation.

"Brother Qi, do you know...what is it that I admire and look up to most about Director Zhang, and even understand that I may not be able to reach it in my life?"

"...?"

Si Weixin said how could I know...

And Xu Xin didn't wait for her answer. After asking, he answered alone:

"It's his vision. Director Zhang... has a very strange, but very top-notch ability. That is, any actress stands in front of him, and he only needs to take a look at her to know what kind of acting style she is suitable for. What kind of scenes are suitable for..."

"Well……"

Di Wei blinked quickly, as if she was surprised, but also seemed a little... confused as to why she was telling herself this.

"My talent in this area is actually far behind Director Zhang. I am better at inspiring actors. That is to say, after the actor gets a role suitable for him, through communication, I can let him play his original role. There is, even extraordinary strength. In this regard, the old man is not as good as me."

"..."

Si Wei didn't know what Director Xu wanted to say to her.

But there will be no doubt about his words.

Because...he was talking about Zhang Yimou, Director Zhang.

Achievements aside, if you just look at the current development of the "Mou Girls", you will know... what kind of vicious presence Director Zhang's eyes are.

"But we would talk about this when we have nothing to do. I learned something from him...and in terms of observing actors, he had a saying...He said this specifically to me. I feel special now. It’s suitable to tell you.”

"Hmm, Director Xu, please tell me."

She subconsciously used "you".

"Never go against yourself or make things difficult for yourself."

"...?"

Si Wei was stunned.

In her puzzled eyes, Xu Xin recalled the old man's instructive tone when he communicated with the old man, and subconsciously imitated his tone:

"There is no almighty person in this world, and naturally there are no almighty directors or actors. When you see so-called people with broad acting skills, you can actually tell just by looking at their acting skills. There is no such thing as boldly subverting or challenging yourself. When everyone is acting, they interpret what the director wants in their own comfort zone. And the so-called omnipotence is nothing more than that some people have a wide way to play, and some people have a narrow way to play."

He even frowned.

A three-pointer that can be called imitation:

"We are directors, and we should never be superstitious about actors being versatile. Every role has different characteristics. What we have to do is to find people who meet these characteristics. Don't force it, forceful melons are not sweet. It's very difficult. Bitter. The one that suits you must be better than the one that is forcibly shaped. ...This is the exact words the old man told me."

"..."

In fact, this is easy to understand.

only……

Di Wei didn't understand what Director Xu wanted to say to her through this passage.

As if he guessed what she was thinking, Xu Xin stared into her eyes and said again:

"The advice I can give you is to take it step by step and go in a down-to-earth manner. Frankly speaking, you are a special type of actor with distinctive characteristics. When you encounter someone who is strong, arrogant, or cool and heroic, You can play human roles, good or bad, and you can fully develop your expertise in this field. But...except for this field, I don't recommend you to touch other roles. Because...you have not accumulated enough, Your acting skills are not superb enough either.”

"Well……"

"Right now, you are still in the stage of challenging people. Regardless of whether "33 Days" is successful or not, I think Brother Qi needs to keep a clear mind. If "33 Days" is successful, it will be the mutual relationship between Huang Xiaoxian and you. Achievement is indispensable.

In the next period of time, you will definitely encounter many movies or TV series that want to use your fame to increase your value. In terms of casting, my advice to you is to be single and flat, and don’t rush out of your comfort zone too early. You are not a chameleon-like actor. You have to learn to use your strengths and avoid your weaknesses, rather than using your shortcomings to attack your strengths. "

At this time, Wang Sicong spoke:

"Then what if the role is solidified in the future...?"

Hearing this, Xu Xin smiled and said:

"You have to understand that even Marilyn Monroe started to transform after playing many American sweethearts. She will definitely encounter a situation where her roles are solidified in the future, but at the same time, at that time, her accumulation of acting skills will also Tends to maturity.

Moreover, although the impression that has been rooted in the hearts of the audience for many years cannot be easily destroyed, these same roots are deeply buried in everyone's hearts, which also gives her a broad space for trial and error.

Mature acting skills, acceptance by the audience, and understanding of oneself. Trinity, only then will she have the capital to transform and challenge her higher self.

At this stage, she is like a trumpet who has not left the novice village. I, or Huang Xiaoxian, and even "33 Days" are like high-level players who accidentally took it to play the advanced version for a while. The ease at this stage does not mean that she can go through the dungeon alone. Do you understand what I mean? "

Wang Sicong wanted to say something else, but Di Wei suddenly nodded:

"I see."

"...?"

Under Brother Cong's doubtful gaze, Di Wei smiled, pressed his arm, and said:

"I understand what Director Xu means. Director Xu... at this stage, I can stop reading scripts that... don't suit my acting style, right?"

"That's right."

Xu Xin nodded:

"It's like if I asked you to play Li Ke in "33 Days", do you think you can play it well?"

"I can act, but I feel very awkward. And my acting teacher said that when an actor feels awkward playing a character, then when the character is placed in front of the audience, the awkward feeling will be magnified a hundred times."

"Yes, that's it. So my advice to you is not to be blind, to proceed steadily and step by step."

"understand!"

Di Wei nodded vigorously.

She understood what Brother Cong meant very well.

then:

"Brother Cong."

Looking at Wang Sicong, she said with a smile:

"Good medicine is bitter to the mouth and good to the sick, and good advice is bad to the ears but good to the deeds. I am not a flower in the hothouse... I used to be an actor just because I wanted to make more money. Without you, how could I have come to Cannes and how could I have gained so much in one fell swoop? Liked by many people?... "33 Days" gave me a broader platform, and there was gold everywhere... I had to put all the gold in my pocket first. Otherwise, wouldn't it be a bully trying to steal the corn? Yes wrong?"

Xu Xin's eyes were filled with approval when he heard this.

I thought to myself, no wonder Lao Wang is tempted...

That is to say, our old Xu is getting married. If I were single too...

I also stuck it out high and low.

With an appreciative look, he suddenly said in Wang Sicong's quick and substantial eyes:

"Is anything going to happen to you two after you return home?"

"What?"

Wang Sicong turned his head and looked at him and asked.

"Come to Nanjing with me? I'll take Brother Qi to meet the old man. The old man's vision is much more accurate than mine. Which path he thinks is suitable for Brother Qi, then Brother Qi will follow this road all the way to Heidu Don’t be afraid. After all...if you can really go to the extreme and deeply root an impression in a generation of viewers...well."

Xu Xin suddenly nodded vigorously, as if to prove his words, and asked:

"Why...can't it be considered a peerless beauty?"

"..."

Wang Sicong's mouth twitched...

Why does Xin say this sound so tea?

But Si Wei's eyes lit up.

She is really not a person who likes to be quick and easy.

Therefore, Director Xu's words at this moment were particularly in line with her appetite.

yes.

If I do something to the extreme.

Then... isn't that also possible?

then……

"Brother Cong, brother Cong, come together, let's go together? I haven't met Director Zhang yet!"

Wang Sicong's brain turned into rice porridge after she shook his arm twice.

Nodding without saying anything:

"Okay! If you want to go, I will go with you! You can go anywhere!"

"...hehe~"

Si Wei smiled.

Xu Xin was sour.

no.

Old vinegar may not be enough.

After all, looking at this posture, being slightly sour is definitely not enough.

Come on, put Yang Mi’s head in the vinegar juice. Soak it for a few more days to soak it thoroughly.

…

At 9 o'clock in the morning on the 14th, Yanjing time, everyone who was tired from the journey finally stepped on the land of their hometown.

Xu Xin got into Cheng Hu's car and breathed a sigh of relief.

He went to bed at 5 pm French time, and slept for seven hours, so he was not sleepy at all, nor did he feel jet-lagged.

I just miss my wife and children.

It has the meaning of returning home like an arrow.

When Cheng Hu drove the car to Shijia Alley, he finally showed an unexpected look:

"Already moved in?"

"Yes, I moved the house the day before yesterday and just cleaned it yesterday."

"Well……"

After the initial shock subsided, it was replaced by heartache.

He didn't even wait for Cheng Hu to park the car in the parking space, he opened the door and got out of the car, passing through the rockery and stone scenery imitating the Soviet-style garden, and then... through the floor-to-ceiling windows, he saw at a glance what was going on. Under the corridor, the gauze curtain is fluttering, and my wife is practicing yoga.

Yang Mi also saw him.

So, he smiled happily:

"I'm back... Hey, hey, slippers! Shoes! Just waxed..."

Why does Xu Xin care about that?

He rushed over and hugged her.

Su Meng and Cheng Hu, who were carrying boxes behind them, ignored the couple's sweetness and went straight into the house.

A long, long kiss.

Yang Mi, whose cheeks were already blushing, had moist eyes and whispered:

"What are you doing?"

"……miss you."

Holding his wife in his arms, he looked at the appearance of his home and asked:

"Why don't you wait for me to come back? There are so many things... how tiring it is."

"I hired 15 people to move, why am I tired?"

Smelling her husband's scent, Yang Mihan explained with a smile, and her hands naturally placed where they should be.

"To take a bath?"

"Where's the child?"

"I know you are coming back today. Dad is going to pick up the wind for you and go shopping for groceries. Nuan Nuan and Yang Yang are also going to play... there is no one at home."

Although Su Meng and Cheng Hu are also there...

But it was obvious that neither of them regarded these two people as human beings at this moment.

then……

"Oops~"

Subconsciously, she hooked her husband's neck. After being hugged by the princess, she exclaimed and smiled fondly:

"Hehe, do you miss me?"

"I miss you so much, beauty~"

Xu Xin said, hugging her and running straight to the bathroom.

Not seen for half a month.

Hold back your words.

Let’s talk about pushing one of the three super soldiers first!

"Hehehehe~"