National Tide 1980

"Look! Look! Look over there!"

"Holy shit! What is that?"

When shooting on location, the first people to shout out were the extras wearing military uniforms lying under the trees on the high slopes with nothing to do.

Many people lay down exhausted because they could not bear the sunlight, were hungry and thirsty.

However, suddenly, these "broken troops" jumped up one by one as if they were attacked by enemy troops.

For no other reason than because of the billowing yellow smoke on the dirt road in the distance, a whole motorcade was approaching.

And this is not just any fleet.

The two Jiefang vehicles in front opened the way, followed by three strange vehicles that looked like trucks but not trucks, and looked like jeeps but not jeeps.

Under the afternoon sun, these cars cut through the clouds and fog, connected end to end.

One car drove next to the other on the narrow dirt road in the wilderness, like dragging a long gleaming dragon.

It means to have more momentum and more momentum, to have more air and air!

It was like a mirage appearing in the sky, almost making everyone look stupid!

But it's still not a surprise when the team goes downhill.

Soon someone discovered that the two Jiefang vehicles were carrying two carts full of materials.

It is actually what everyone desires and needs most right now.

Then suddenly someone started shouting excitedly.

"Look, look! It's watermelon! Watermelon!"

"There's also corn! That's great! What a relief!"

There is no doubt that only those who are severely hungry and thirsty in the scorching heat can truly appreciate how wonderful these seemingly ordinary agricultural products are.

There are more cars following closely behind, so I can clearly see the appearance of the cars behind them.

It was even more difficult to restrain the excited shouts that resounded through the sky, even the birds on the trees flew away in fear!

"Ouch, what kind of car is that? Isn't it pulling a house?"

"Oh, it's true! Where did this come from! I've never seen such a strange car before!"

Just like that, the entire location was boiling.

No one rests, and no one works.

Some people even started running around the camp to spread the good news.

Although no one knows where this convoy of rescuers came from.

It's obvious that the person in charge of logistics support at the Shanghai Film Factory has just left.

But this does not affect the enthusiasm of the hungry crew members and many actors.

Most of the people, whether they were in trouble or not, all swarmed to the edge of the camp.

Not caring whether they ate dirt or not, or whether they were exposed to the sun or not, they all watched eagerly as Sayazi chased the convoy into the camp.

And some people couldn't wait for these cars to stop. When the driver slowed down, they spontaneously swarmed up and surrounded all these cars.

As a result, these cars were not able to park where they were supposed to. They all gradually came to a stop and were blocked outside the location, unable to move.

It's a pity that such a welcome did not make them feel excited or happy for the two drivers of the Jiefang.

On the contrary, they are filled with dissatisfaction and anxiety.

You know, there is no air conditioning in these days of liberation, and driving in summer especially tests the driver's ability to withstand high temperatures.

On this hot day, both drivers were shirtless and driving with towels around their necks.

At the same time, you have to push the push-pull switch of the windshield and lift the front windshield a crack to cool down.

So when these people gathered around like this, how could the two drivers of the Jiefang not be impatient?

There is only one thing they want now - to unload the truck and leave!

Who wants to waste time here?

But don't worry, they don't dare to be in a hurry yet. Don't forget, this is a filming location for a movie.

The people surrounding the car were not only dressed as Japanese soldiers, but also members of the Chinese army, and some were carrying prop guns.

Doesn't it look like a riot?

Especially some Japanese actors also shouted.

Japanese actors such as Koji Yakusho, who played the Japanese colonel, and Hiroshi Abe, who played the Japanese second lieutenant, were still young talents at this time.

Compared with Liang Paul and Mao Yongming, who played the Shanghai garrison generals, they didn't have the stability of famous actors, so they all came to join in the fun.

Especially when they were wearing the clothes of Japanese officers, they were chattering in Japanese. No matter how you look at this, he is a real devil.

No matter how bad-tempered the two drivers were, seeing them making a fuss with sabers in hand made them a little scared.

For ordinary people these days, the sense of immersion in such a scene is very strong, and it is inevitable to feel a little bit into the drama for a while.

In short, these two drivers were cured today.

This scene was as if the Japanese army and the puppet army had laid an ambush on the road and successfully intercepted our convoy transporting important supplies.

Moreover, it is a time-travel drama. After all, during the Anti-Japanese War, there was no "Great Liberation" yet.

For a moment, this was called a mess!

What I do know is that this convoy arrived just in time and is so welcome.

Those who didn't know better thought that the convoy was in a military accident. No matter how you looked at it, it seemed ridiculous.

But the good thing is that making such a big noise would be impossible without alerting the top management of the production team.

Soon, the people in charge of venue management, drama management, and scheduling, both Japanese and Chinese, rushed over.

It is their job to maintain order on location. If there is any trouble in the camp, every one of them will be criticized.

Even the heads of the art, costume, props, makeup, lighting, and camera departments came.

These people all want to see if the equipment they applied for has arrived, or if there are any supplies they need.

So as soon as these people arrived, under the joint command of the heads of different departments, the "rebellious troops" surrounding the car were finally "suppressed."

The people surrounding the car understood what the rules were, and gradually stopped and gave in.

Although most people were still reluctant to leave and just stood in the distance and continued to watch, the convoy had no obstacles to move forward and could start again.

It is worth mentioning that at this time, the gap in consciousness and working methods between China and Japan can also be clearly reflected.

The Chinese staff rushed straight to the front to liberate themselves. They habitually opened the car door and offered cigarettes to the driver.

After telling the driver about his troubles with a playful smile, he went to find out what was going on without making a fuss.

Hearing that the things on the car were supplies sent by fate, these people immediately discussed where to drive the car and where to unload the things.

As for the Japanese staff, they all rushed towards the three strange-looking cars behind them.

But they didn't form a crowd, they just stood by the three cars and waited patiently for the driver's inquiries.

Then point out the locations of director Yoshitaro Nomura or Keiko Matsumoto for the three cars.

All the surprises were hidden in their hearts. After the cars drove away, a few Japanese dared to gather together and whisper to each other.

"It's amazing! I didn't expect that a place like China would actually get three of them! Apart from Matsumoto-san? Does the director also have such a car..."

"That's right, the shooting costs are not calculated at all? I've never seen this in Japan! It seems that the studio is indeed very powerful!"

For no other reason than that they were three Toyota Hilux mini-vans.

The price of one is almost 20,000 US dollars. Although it is not very expensive, due to its special performance and small audience, it is only a vehicle that rich people can afford in Japan.

Now that you can see it in this place, it goes without saying that it must be a vehicle that serves the highest-ranking people in the film crew.

And although Japanese film companies will provide equipment for real big stars when shooting on location, it must be a privilege that top male stars like Takakura Ken can enjoy.

No matter how famous a female star is, it seems that no one has enjoyed it, let alone directors whose income is far less than that of the stars.

No wonder the Japanese were so stunned that they even forgot about the entire truckload of watermelons and corn.

Not to mention, in this way, it can be regarded as a tacit understanding of cooperation, but it inadvertently meets the needs of the actual situation.

The Chinese people consciously arranged for two Jiefang vehicles to unload watermelons and corn.

The drivers of the Great Liberation were of course satisfied to see that they had finally made it through.

And the three Toyota RVs did not take the wrong path.

Under the guidance of Japanese personnel, several cars drove deep into the location and went straight to the resting area of ​​the director and starring actors.

Needless to say, the Japanese director Yoshitaro Nomura, the Chinese assistant director Wang Haiyang of Shanghai Studio, and the starring Keiko Matsumoto.

Even if there is the determination of "Taishan collapses in front but the color remains unchanged, and the elk rises to the left but the eyes do not blink".

Although they have been immersed in discussing the filming progress of the movie and how to shoot the scenes during the day and night.

He didn't pay any attention to the unusual movement that happened on the location just now, and left it to his subordinates to deal with it.

But soon I couldn't sit still anymore, and I was greatly frightened.

Because suddenly, three RVs parked in a row outside the tent they used to rest and store valuable equipment.

And the most unbelievable thing is that Ning Weimin, who should be in the capital, actually walked into their tent with his head lowered.

He also told them personally that he had imported these three RVs from Japan specifically for this movie, and had just completed the customs clearance and on-the-road procedures yesterday.

Now, in addition to one for Matsumoto Keiko, there is also one for the Japanese director and one for the Chinese director. Now everything is left to them to use freely.

All of this seemed like a daydream to them.

Especially Matsumoto Keiko, watching Ning Weimin, who could almost be called falling from the sky, was surrounded by two Chinese and Japanese directors who were surprised, and thanked him repeatedly with different gestures of shaking hands and bowing.

Her heart was so excited that it felt like it would explode.

Although it was not good, he just stepped forward and threw himself into the arms of his lover.

I can only endure it for the time being, watch silently, and smile with relief.

But unconsciously, tears were already welling up in my eyes.

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Ning Weimin and Matsumoto Keiko finally got the chance to be alone with each other.

The two directors were like two big children who got a new toy. They couldn't help but greet their subordinates and show off their new office space.

When they each thought about the equipment and facilities of the RV and what should be installed in the RV to work smoothly.

The two of them also entered the special car belonging to Matsumoto Keiko one after another.

However, what Ning Weimin didn't expect was that as soon as the car door closed and he felt the coolness of the air conditioner in the car, Matsumoto Keiko suddenly hugged him tightly from behind.

She hugged his chest tightly with both hands and buried her head deeply between his back.

No matter what he said, she remained motionless.

It wasn't until several minutes passed that Ning Weimin's skin felt as if his shoulder blades and shoulders were wet, and he was able to pull away and turn around.

Sure enough, Matsumoto Keiko's eyes were red and she really shed tears.

"Huh? Are you aggrieved? Are the conditions here too difficult? Or is it because I came late?"

Ning Weimin took Matsumoto Keiko's hand and held his lover's hand in his.

"Are you scared by my sudden appearance? Or are you worried that my spending money will put a burden on the office's finances?"

In his eyes, Keiko Matsumoto at this time neither looked like a professional producer nor a big star. She looked exactly like a sulky child in the kindergarten. She seemed to be extremely aggrieved because she had lost her toy. Cry.

So he deliberately told jokes to ease her sadness and negative emotions.

"No..." Matsumoto Keiko frowned slightly, indeed a little embarrassed.

And because of crying, her skin looked even more delicate, showing the appearance of being easily reddened by exposure to the sun.

"I'm just happy. I didn't expect you to suddenly be... so nice. It's so nice of you to come see me. Do you know how much I miss you?"

"I know, I know. Qingzi, I miss you too."

Ning Weimin felt strong love, and he was also unable to resist it.

So he didn't care about anything else. In order to echo this kind of love, he pulled Matsumoto Keiko into his arms.

"Keiko, do you know? August 13th to August 15th is Japan's Obon Festival, but August 12th is China's Valentine's Day - Chinese Valentine's Day. I have made all preparations in the capital, You didn't come to the capital. I'm more disappointed than anyone else..."

"Oops, really? Sorry, I didn't know..."

"No need to apologize. Why do you have to apologize?" Ning Weimin's tone became gentler, "I just want to tell you that I have not forgotten you for a moment. So I quickly dealt with some important things at hand and bought the plane ticket right away. Flying over. Of course, these RVs that I had booked long ago were finally shipped to the Shanghai port, and I had to complete the customs declaration formalities. But you have to believe me, even if this hadn't happened, I would have I came mainly because I wanted to see you..."

Love can indeed make people stupid, which means they are selectively mentally retarded.

Obviously the last two sentences shouldn't be said, but Ning Weimin, who was so eloquent, just couldn't control his mouth at this time.

It seems that not saying it out is cheating and that you can't live up to your love.

And the other one wasn't much better.

Matsumoto Keiko opened her eyes wide and believed it without thinking.

"I understand, Amin, you did everything for me. I'm so happy. But you must be exhausted, right?"

Look at these love birds, what can people say?

Fortunately, no one else saw the way they were showing off their dog food, otherwise their admirers would have dropped their eyes and even had their hearts set on death.

You know, in this era, the fall of an idol can have a devastating impact on those little people.