Rebirth of the Thousand-Faced Movie King

Chapter 292: Brother Ma, the true nature of a hero

Chen Ping: "Master Wei, why is it so painful?"

Zhou Xingchi: "I was caught four times and beaten eight times by the emperor just now."

Chen Ping: "Master Wei has been able to endure until now. He is really persevering and unyielding. The admiration he has for Master Wei from his humble position is like a torrential river, endless."

Zhou Xingchi: "It's like the Yellow River flooding, which is out of control."

Chen Ping, Zhou Xingchi: "I just want to be like you."

Just checked the aura Pk, and no one could do anything.

This made Chen Ping admire Master Xing's strength again. He failed to surpass Master Xing even though he was cheating.

Of course, this was even more shocking to Master Xing.

Among Tang Bohu, Chen Ping could only catch his aura.

Now, Chen Ping is on par with him.

To know.

Although Zhou Xingchi plays a nonsensical drama, his aura is not something that ordinary actors can withstand.

even.

Sometimes, the king of heaven Liu Dehua has to be compared with him when he is at Zhou Xingchi.

but.

This is not the time to think about this.

The two rested for a while, and then the plot of the first shot officially began.

The first scene is about the first meeting between Wei Xiaobao and Duo Long played by Zhou Xingchi and Chen Ping.

Because they cherish each other, they both know that the other person is as cheap as they are.

So the two of them said in unison, but they had an idea.

"I will burn yellow paper with you and become brothers."

Seeing that each other was like this, the two hugged each other and laughed: "Good brothers."

Chen Ping: "Go buy roast chicken and chop the chicken."

Zhou Xingchi: "Would it be better to buy roast pork and find a girl?"

During the entire scene between the two of them, Wang Jing did not say a word.

It's not that he can't control Zhou Xingchi.

Mainly, the scene between Chen Ping and Zhou Xingchi was really flawless, without any dissatisfaction.

…

"Chen Ping, thank you."

"Star Director, you are too polite."

"I believe that our two films, The Deer and the Cauldron, will definitely become popular."

"Why?"

"because of you."

Chen Ping filmed for 10 days in Zhou Xingchi's The Deer and the Cauldron.

Although 10 days of drama is not that much.

Because the role of Doron is not particularly important to begin with.

But although it is not particularly heavy, under Chen Ping's interpretation, the role of Duolong is unusually full.

Not to mention compared to other actors.

Even compared to Zhou Xingchi, he is still at a disadvantage.

even.

In some scenes, Chen Ping slightly surpassed Zhou Xingchi.

For example, after learning that Wei Xiaobao died, Duolong, played by Chen Ping, pretended to be extremely regretful.

This plot perfectly portrays the duplicitous image of Duolong.

And when playing opposite Zhou Xingchi.

Even if sometimes the plot goes against Chen Ping, Chen Ping can resolve it perfectly.

For example, in the last scene, Duolong, played by Chen Ping, chased him with the emperor and a large group of troops.

This is obviously Duolong's tip.

But Chen Ping said directly: "Sir Wei, it was me who betrayed you again..."

Such words not only resolve the unfavorable situation of the character Doron, but also elevate the character of Doron infinitely.

However, even though Duolong is outstanding, Chen Ping cannot always stay on the set.

Now Chen Ping's role is different from before. It is impossible for Zhou Xingchi to let Chen Ping follow the crew like an ordinary actor.

After filming for 10 consecutive days to complete Chen Ping's scenes, Chen Ping left

As for the rest, Chen Ping has to go to another crew.

This crew is the A Better Tomorrow crew.

…

That's right.

Wu Yusen invited Chen Ping before, just to start filming A Hero.

Although Chen Ping is not the male number 1 or the 2nd male in the play, but the 3rd male.

But Chen Ping didn't refuse at all, because the male No. 3 was none other than Ma Ge, who has been popular for decades.

"I have been waiting for three years, just for an opportunity. I want to fight for it, not to prove that I am great. I want to tell everyone that I must get back what I have lost."

This sentence alone makes it worthwhile to play Xiao Ma Ge.

"Sorry, I'm a day late."

Because I stayed on the set of Star Master for 10 days, and after arriving at the set of A Hero, I was already a day late.

However, after Chen Ping met several main actors, he saw that several main actors were in a normal mood.

"Brother Long, what's going on?"

This Brother Long is not Chen Long.

The male lead who is a hero is Ti Lung.

Ti Lung was so popular back then that he was called the Four Asian Tigers.

These four little dragons are: Bruce Lee, Chen Long, Ti Lung, and Liang Xiaolong.

It can be seen from the names above how majestic Dillon was back then.

It’s just that the entertainment industry is like that.

None of them are evergreen.

After Ti Lung became very popular for a while, due to a series of films that he took on, he ended up not having many big shots interested in him.

not only.

Ti Lung was very good-looking back then.

I don’t know what happened in the past few years. In addition to my belly getting bigger and bigger, my hairline has also gotten higher and higher.

The whole person's appearance also plummeted.

You know, Di Long's appearance back then is incomparable to even those young guys now.

If compared.

That is the existence of Chen Ping's level 6 appearance talent.

In this way, this further affected Dillon's stardom.

"I heard from Director Wu that the investors withdrew their capital."

Dillon said nothing.

But "Zeng Qing" who plays the male number 2 on the other side said.

The second male lead who was a hero in his previous life was not Zeng Qing, but his elder brother.

but.

After Chen Ping came to this world, many changes took place.

Especially after Chen Ping established a foothold in Xiangjiang, many film and television dramas were changed by Chen Ping.

For example, like Xinlongmen Inn.

Although "New Dragon Inn" in the previous life was a good film, its box office was not particularly high, only over 20 million.

But after Chen Ping joined, New Longmen Inn set a record.

"Divest?"

Chen Ping was stunned.

Then he remembered.

When Wu Yusen was filming A Better Tomorrow, he actually encountered a series of problems.

Compared to Ti Lung, although Wu Yusen is a great director, his situation in recent years has not been good.

Wu Yusen originally made a comedy film, but the effect was average.

Later, he began to transform and film gun battles, which made him famous in the industry.

But later, when he was filming Heroes Without Tears, an actor was shot in the thigh.

So he was hidden by the company for several years.

He recently made a comeback, but Jianghu is no longer what it used to be. Wu Yusen couldn't make several movies in a row.

It was hard to find an investor, but unexpectedly they withdrew their capital halfway.

Thinking about it this way, it became clear why Di Long was in a bad mood.

Ti Lung, like director Wu Yusen, finally got a chance, but problems arose again.

In fact, it was quite embarrassing for Fa Ge to join A Better Tomorrow back then.

Although Fa Ge was very popular in the field of TV dramas at that time, he switched to movies, that is, he made one movie and another one.

Many people said that Fa Ge was box office poison, and no one cared about him for a while.

It wasn't until he starred in Little Ma that he established his status in the world.

Although the previous life was different from the present, we still encountered problems.

"What does Director Wu mean?"

"He said he would wait on the set for two days."

Chen Ping said nothing, that was all he could do.

In fact, he has another consideration, which is to invest in the true nature of the hero himself.

Judging from the box office performance of A Hero in His Past Life, this wave of investment will definitely not be a loss.

However, Chen Ping thought about it and gave up.

His main purpose now is acting. Although it is not impossible to invest, you must be cautious when investing in this area.

Moreover, some of the funds accumulated by Chen Ping are reserved for the future.

Compared to investing in Hong Kong films, Chen Ping undoubtedly prefers investing in mainland films.

The mainland market will definitely explode in the future.

Chen Ping wants to keep these funds and put them to great use in the future.

…

That night, Chen Ping received a phone call.

"Chen Ping, where are you?"

"I'm on the set of A Better Tomorrow. Director Xu, how's the editing of Green Snake going?"

"The editing is almost done, but it still needs to be reviewed and it won't be released so soon. You kid, you really want Green Snake to be released."

"It's my first time to be the male lead, of course I want to."

"Don't worry, I have confidence in this film. Moreover, I have also begun to think about the next film. When the time comes, I will let you play the male lead again."

"What movie?"

"Keep it secret."

Tsui Hark didn't say a word.

Although Chen Ping was very curious, Chen Ping would not always ask unless Tsui Hark told him.

But Tsui Hark's call to Chen Ping was not about Green Snake. Then, Tsui Hark said: "I heard that there is a problem with your crew?"

"Director Xu, how do you know?"

"How could I not know about such a big thing? What do you, Director Wu, think now?"

"Director Wu said to let us wait for a few days, he will probably go to attract investment."

Chen Ping was a little embarrassed.

In fact, he didn't even see Wu Yusen today.

But at such a critical moment, it doesn't matter whether Wu Yusen comes to the crew or not.

The most important thing is to raise money.

If the money is not raised, the crew may have to disband.

"I guess hanging."

Tsui Hark shook his head: "Okay, that's it."

After asking for information from Chen Ping, Tsui Hark hung up the phone.

Chen Ping didn't know what Tsui Hark meant.

But he was probably also worried about Wu Yusen.

After all, Tsui Hark and Wu Yusen have a good relationship.

…

The next day, Chen Ping received a call from the crew early in the morning, saying that they were preparing for the opening ceremony.

Chen Ping felt baffled.

Yesterday, the capital side said that it had withdrawn its investment, and now it is starting up. What will happen?

but.

After seeing Tsui Hark at the scene, Chen Ping understood.

It was probably Tsui Hark who came forward to help Wu Yusen settle the matter.

"Tsu Hark, thank you very much this time."

"Brother Wu, what are you talking about? If you hadn't introduced me, I wouldn't have known where to go."

"Hey, what's the point? I just recommended you. But, in the past few years, you have become a great director, but I have become more and more regressed."

After saying that, Wu Yusen sighed.

Obviously, he is not satisfied with his current state.

Tsui Hark said: "Brother Wu, don't think so. People's fates are different. I've had better luck in the past few years, but it's hard to say. Besides, I'm very optimistic about this hero's character. .”

"Really, do you think a hero can be good?"

"Absolutely. Otherwise, how could I be the producer of A Better Tomorrow?"

Originally Tsui Hark was not involved in A Better Tomorrow.

but.

After helping Wu Yusen solve the financial problem, the capital side also had a request, which was to ask Xu Ke to be the supervisor.

This is easy to understand.

Because the funds came from Xu Kela.

Perhaps those capitals are not optimistic about Wu Yusen, but these capitals are optimistic about Tsui Hark.

But leaving it entirely to Wu Yusen to shoot, the capital is not at ease.

Therefore, Tsui Harlai was asked to be the producer, which would also play a supervisory role over Wu Yusen.

otherwise.

It's really up to Wu Yusen. What if he takes pictures randomly?

All right.

Random filming is not a problem, famous directors have their own professional accomplishments.

But as they become more famous, many well-known directors often get confused and shoot things that look very literary and youthful.

For example, in Jigong.

The director in Jigong is Du Qifeng, and he wants to add his ideas of reincarnation, fate, etc. into it.

If Wu Yusen became a literary youth, he would have to invest in this film.

"Tch, you, the producer, are just here to control me."

Wu Yusen glared at Tsui Hark.

But there was nothing he could do about it.

Tsui Hark found someone to invest the money.

If Tsui Hark is not the producer, I guess the money will not come.

"No matter what, although our concepts were somewhat different before, I read the script of A Better Tomorrow and it is a good script. I think if you make it according to your ideas, this film can be made. And..."

"And what?"

"And you also invited a lucky star."

"Lucky Star?"

Wu Yusen didn't understand what Tsui Hark meant.

"Haha, you don't know yet. You invited Chen Ping over, not Fuxing."

"You mean Chen Ping."

Wu Yusen shook his head and said: "I didn't think about it that much. I just think Chen Ping's acting skills are very good."

"It's not just this."

Tsui Hark smiled and said: "Not only can Chen Ping's acting skills rival those of some superstars, but he is also very cost-effective, right?"

Wu Yusen felt a little embarrassed when he said this.

This is true.

Chen Ping's acting skills have been recognized by people in the industry.

but.

Chen Ping's current celebrity status is obviously not yet a superstar.

Therefore, Chen Ping's film stakes are temporarily unavailable.

So.

Wu Yusen can spend a very cost-effective film cost, but he hired an acting master who is like a superstar. This is really a good deal.

"You made a good calculation."

Tsui Hark glanced at Chen Ping in front of him, and then said: "The reason why I say Chen Ping is a lucky star is that apart from his acting skills, any crew that Chen Ping joins has a very good box office."

Wu Zhuangyuan, Tang Bohu, Fang Shiyu, New Dragon Gate Inn, every one of them has a great box office.

Only "Sha Po Lang" made a splash in Hong Kong.

But in the mainland market, Shapolang has also risen because of Chen Ping.

"Do you know why Zhou Xingchi invited Chen Ping again?"

Tsui Hark said nothing more.

But Wu Yusen completely understood what Tsui Hark meant.

"Tsu Hark, with your good words, I really look forward to Chen Ping's lucky star."

Although Wu Yusen still has some doubts.

But who wouldn't want this to be true.

"By the way, Brother Wu, is Chen Ping the male number 3?"

"yes."

"Why isn't he the number one male?"

Wu Yusen asked: "Do you want Chen Ping to play Song Zihao?"

"No."

Tsui Hark shook his head: "I didn't mean that."

"I'll go. I thought you, the big producer, said you wouldn't interfere, but you would have to supervise me later."

"Brother Wu, am I such a person?"

"That's the kind of person you are."

"Oh, my image."

Tsui Hark laughed at himself and then said: "Song Zihao is not suitable for Chen Ping, and he is not suitable to play Song Zijie."

"That's right, that's why I asked him to play the role of Little Ma. With his acting skills, he can best bring out the characteristics of Little Ma."

"I understand what you mean."

Tsui Hark nodded: "What I mean is that with Chen Ping's acting skills, maybe if Chen Ping continues to act, Ponyboy will become the protagonist."

"How can this be."

Wu Yusen only thought Tsui Hark was joking.

but.

The funds were settled and the crew was established... Although there was a producer nearby, everything was fine.

"Everyone come and take a photo together."

With a wave of his hand, Wu Yusen gathered together a group of actors interviewed by the media.

After taking this photo, A Better Tomorrow officially started shooting.

…

"First shot, Chen Ping, Ti Long, you two come on."

Still the first shot.

Still Chen Ping.

In fact, Wu Yusen originally didn't want Chen Ping to act in the first scene.

It's not that he doesn't think highly of Chen Ping.

Mainly because he wanted to leave the first scene to the male lead 1 and male lead 2, the two brothers Song Zihao and Song Zijie.

The true nature of a hero embodies brotherhood,

What is reflected in this film is Song Zihao's brotherly love for Song Zijie.

However, when Tsui Hark explained the explanation just now, Wu Yusen wanted to see what a lucky star was.

"This scene is like this. Chen Ping, you play Brother Ma. Although Brother Ma is a gangster, he is affectionate and kind-hearted. However, he is still a gangster after all, so you When performing, we should not only reflect his gangster side, but also respect his kind side."

The kind-hearted director Wu Yusen arranged a scene where Xiao Ma, played by Chen Ping, gave money to Ah Cheng.

As for the underworld aspect, Chen Ping has to consider it himself.

"Hey, Brother Wu, you are testing Chen Ping."

Wu Yusen and Tsui Hark sat back in the director's seat and stared at the monitor.

"This is not a test, this is for Chen Ping to express himself freely."

Wu Yusen smiled and said nothing.

Naturally, the characteristics of this underworld person cannot be reflected in evil.

If Chen Ping punches and kicks passers-by, or is uncivilized...

Even if Xiao Ma is the number 3 male, no one will like him.

In Wu Yusen’s conception.

Although Song Zihao played by Ti Lung and Xiao Ma Ge played by Chen Ping are both members of the underworld.

But the underworld also has humanity, the underworld also has loyalty, and the underworld also has a true side.

But Chen Ping didn't feel anything about this.

Instead, he ordered the prop team to light a copy of the ticket first.

The prop team didn't know what Chen Ping meant.

But he didn’t ask much.

An Exxon.

Chen Ping, on the other hand, lit the ticket and lit the cigarette.

When this scene appeared, Wu Yusen, who was sitting on the monitor, was stunned.

Lighting cigarettes with banknotes... luckily Chen Ping could figure it out.

As soon as this scene came out, Wu Yusen's scalp went numb when he saw it, not to mention other people.

"so cool."

That's right.

Although such behavior is not good.

But when you see such a shot, don’t you feel envious?

presumably.

At this time, you will also be thinking that when I get rich in the future, I will also follow Chen Ping's example and light up cigarettes with coupons.

Such a scene not only makes Chen Ping's image as Xiao Ma stand out, but also reflects Xiao Ma's underworld side.

Although this side is not good, it is not annoying.

Isn’t this what many men want to do after they get rich?

"Let me tell you."

Tsui Hark smiled.

In fact.

He was also shocked by Chen Ping's scene.

This made Tsui Hark look forward to Chen Ping even more.

After Green Snake is released, he will definitely collaborate with Chen Ping again.

He wants Chen Ping to truly be the number one male for once.

Yes.

Although Fa Hai, played by Chen Ping, is also the male lead among Green Snakes, this is actually a bit reluctant.