Rhapsody of Entertainment Rebirth

The three TV series "Cliff", "Before Dawn" and "Latent" have been wandering back and forth in Shanhe's mind.

The scene from the movie "The Wind" also flashed by inadvertently.

The three series are all representative works of spy dramas.

The characters in "Latent" have distinct personalities and contain elements of humor, romance, suspense, and wits.

"Before Dawn" has a compact plot and endless suspense. It has the flavor of an American drama, is fascinating and very enjoyable.

"Cliff" does not have an unexpected plot or a tense and depressing atmosphere. Instead, it goes deeper into the hearts of the characters and is filled with agitated feelings of family and country.

The movie "The Wind" was adapted from Mai Jia's novel of the same name. At that time, he had just published the novel "The Conspiracy".

Which one should you choose?

While Shanhe was thinking about the difficult choice, the car drove into the China Film Academy.

Shanhe got out of the car at Zhang Yi's greeting, and the three of them walked into the China Film Conference Room under the leadership of their secretary.

Han Shanping and several China Film Management Team members were already waiting inside.

"You guys are here, sit down first!" Han Shanping looked at the three of them and stretched out his hand to signal, "Yimou, have you brought the short film? Give the film to Xiao Li, and we will watch it together later!"

Zhang Yimou handed the copy to the secretary on the side and introduced: "There are still some post-production modifications to the entire film. It will be completed in about ten days. This is a short film I edited. It is about seven or eight minutes. It can basically be explained clearly. The content and concept of the movie were mainly the ideas given by Shanhe for overseas distribution.”

Han Shanping turned to look at Shan He and said with a smile: "You just need to bring Shan He over. Now they have left their names on the Hollywood power list!"

Shanhe looked around at several smiling China Film management personnel and responded to Han Shanping: "Mr. Han, you are making fun of me! Do you also believe what the gossip media in Country M said? I just borrowed the power of Disney. If there is no project to help them make money, they will immediately be knocked back to their original shape!"

"Haha~" Han Shanping laughed a few times and said: "You are a very humble little comrade, as long as you can come!"

"Old Han is right. If Shanhe has the opportunity, we will also take our China Film Group with us. We are also very keen on foreign markets!"

"Lao Peng, what good things are you thinking about? Hollywood will not separate the investment in Shanhe's projects. Shanhe, please show your strength in overseas distribution. We are burning the boat this time. Everyone is worried!"

"Who says it's not the case? The theater chains have been reformed and there are no high-quality film sources to support them. We still have to approve films from outside. The situation is grim!"

Several China Film Management Team members also spoke to Shanhe.

Shanhe responded to them with a smile: "Seniors, don't be too anxious. If we can survive this period, my senior brother's "Hero" will begin!"

"I hope so!" Han Shanping responded with a hint of heaviness, "Xiao Li, are you ready? When you are ready, start the screening!"

A few minutes later, the lights in the conference room dimmed, and the two characters "Hero" appeared on the projection screen.

The eight minutes of finely edited scenes made everyone in the conference room concentrate, and the strong colors that were about to burst out made Shanhe, who was prepared, still addicted to it.

Zhang Yimou cut the most exciting parts of the movie into the short film.

The constant reversal of the plot, the elegant action design, the magnificent war scenes, especially the film's art design and color matching are perfect.

The entire short film ends with Li Lianlian being shot.

The lights came back on, and everyone began to applaud.

"Yimou, you have maximized your strengths. The photography and art in the film are so good, and the color rendering is amazing!"

"It is very attractive and excellent in all other aspects. However, the plot feels a bit thin, and it feels like a multi-act theater play."

"This is a promotional video, made for foreigners to see. You made it too complicated for them to understand. I think it's good. The money is well spent!"

"The short films are the best part of the film. Let's wait until the full film is released before we evaluate it! But as far as the short films are concerned, Yi Mou did a wonderful job."

Han Shanping frowned and said nothing. He was really worried. The short film was excellent, but this was the essence of the film. No matter how bad the film was, a wonderful trailer could be made. Judging from the plot of the short film, the criticism just now It makes sense, is too thin, and has high intentions, but it always feels a bit vain.

He looked at Shanhe who was silent and said, "Shanhe, why don't you express your opinion? In terms of your understanding of Hollywood, you are the most vocal among us!"

Han Shanping's question turned everyone's attention to Shan He.

Shanhe nodded, "Then let me talk about my humble opinion. I personally feel that the short films cut by my senior brother are very suitable for the aesthetics of foreign film producers. We call films like "Hero" costume action films, and Hollywood They are generally called epic films, and "Gladiator" is one of them. This type of film is relatively popular in Hollywood, and the photography and art design in the film are very attractive, and the action design is also a bonus. As for the plot, we think it is a bit thin. , the intention is too high, but if the shot is too complicated, foreign audiences will not be able to understand it, and it will not be beautiful if they cannot understand it. In short, I feel good, and it should be able to sell for a good price!"

Shanhe's words made both Han Shanping and Zhang Yi secretly relieved. They both knew the flaws of this movie, and they felt more or less uneasy.

At this time Zhang Weiping spoke, "Shanhe, what do you think we should do next? Do we need to go to Hollywood?"

Shanhe thought for a while, "You can first invite the person in charge of the Hollywood Film Branch to watch the movie. It's not too late to make an announcement once you have preliminary intentions. Disney Pictures China Branch will definitely accept the invitation. With my brother's reputation, other film companies should I will also accept the invitation.”

Zhang Weiping nodded and said: "That's it. Also, Shanhe, do you have any suggestions for our early publicity?"

"It's good. Publicity is very important. Hollywood's large-scale investment production accounts for a large proportion of publicity expenses. The country should also pay attention to this aspect!" Shanhe agreed casually.

After Han Shanping looked at a few people, he said: "Zhang Weiping, I will leave the promotion and distribution of "Hero" to you. If you need it, please contact us at China Film. We will study the domestic schedule. Don't worry. !”

"Then I will do my duty, Mr. Han, I will give you a military order. The domestic box office of "Hero" will definitely break the ceiling!" Zhang Weiping responded loudly.

"Okay, let's stop talking about the topic of "Heroes" here. If you have any questions, we will talk to you later!" Han Shanping waved his hand and said, "Next, we have to talk about the preparations for the "Three Kingdoms" series, Lao Peng, Please give everyone a brief introduction!"

The old Peng nodded, looked at several people and said: "We have asked several experts and scholars to discuss "Three Kingdoms". In the end, everyone unanimously affirmed the feasibility of filming this theme. We are planning to start the project in the first half of next year. Prepare!”

Lao Peng cleared his throat and continued: "We still plan to plan the entire series of movies according to Shanhe's proposal, with battles as the anchor, such as "Yellow Turban Uprising", "Battle of Guandu", "Battle of Red Cliff", etc. , what we have to decide now is which segment should be filmed in the first film? Experts and scholars have different opinions on this issue, and our China Film Screenwriters also have arguments. I personally think we should start with "Yellow Turban Uprising". What do you think?"

"Lao Peng, I don't agree with your point of view. Just ask anyone, what is the most familiar part of the war in the Three Kingdoms? Most people's answer is the Battle of Chibi, which divided the world into three parts. For the Three Kingdoms, of course I will shoot "Battle of Red Cliff" first!"

"Lao Ji, what you said is correct, but this is a series of movies. Don't you need to consider the timeline? You filmed "Battle of Red Cliff" for the first film. How can you continue filming the second one? You have to consider everything! "

"Do you still need to consider the timeline when filming the Three Kingdoms? Anyone in China can tell you a paragraph, but you are still worried that the audience will not understand it. I don't know what to say!"

…

Several China Film management members started arguing. Shanhe and Zhang Yimou did not speak, but listened quietly to the speeches of several people.

Han Shanping rubbed his forehead and patted the table, "Okay, you have said your opinions. We can discuss it normally. Don't get angry. Yi, please tell me. You still have to direct the beginning of this project!"

Zhang Yi Mou touched the deep wrinkles on his forehead and spoke: "I am more in favor of filming "Battle of Red Cliff" first. The opening chapter must be attractive, otherwise the second part "Battle of Red Cliff" will not be released. No matter from the plot, characters, war scenes or the audience’s familiarity, it is the most suitable!”

After hearing this, Han Shanping thought about it for a while, and then continued to call the name, "Shanhe, your suggestion is the most important. After all, this project is your idea, and I think your idea is the most mature. Please tell everyone!"

Shanhe smiled at the seniors, "I think we have to have a big plan. Anything can be filmed for the first part. Of course, "Battle of Red Cliff" is the best choice, but what the seniors said makes sense. The series Considering all aspects of the movie, can we do this? If the audience responds well to the first "Battle of Red Cliff", we will immediately start filming biographies of characters, such as Guan Yu and Zhao Yun, early popular figures. After the second film is launched, we will film biographies and then Zhuge Liang. , mid-term characters like Zhou Yu, and so on. If everything goes well, there will be a lot of content to film, and the timeline will not be too complicated. We must consider the selection of actors, especially a few popular characters, and there must be filming. Preparation of personal biography!”

Shanhe adapted the practices of later Marvel superhero movie universes into the Three Kingdoms series.

"This is a good idea. Shanhe has planned a big picture. If he keeps filming like this, how many people will be supported by just one film of Three Kingdoms? Moreover, the cost will be saved a lot. After the first film is filmed, all the scene props can be used repeatedly. This It’s a big game!”

"The prospects are indeed promising, but we don't have enough talents. There are really few directors who can make such films!"

"Our vision and courage are still a bit small. Let's look at the thoughts of young people and plan five or six movies in one go. Old Han, we really have to reconsider. Shanhe is right, the actors have to be chosen well. Let the audience have the continuity of watching the movie.”

…

Shanhe's opinion triggered an internal discussion within China Film Group. It is estimated that the entire Three Kingdoms series of movies needs to be re-planned. Not only will it be divided according to battles, but biographies of characters will also need to be taken into consideration as a whole.

Han Shanping's emotions were aroused by the prospects described by everyone, and he said loudly to Shanhe: "Don't worry, Shanhe, I won't let you come up with your idea in vain. Chuhe Film and Television will join in the production of the Three Kingdoms series. If you have any difficulties, we can also help you." my phone!"

"I just came up with an idea. The specific operations have to be executed by the seniors. Whether the plan can be realized depends on the quality of the movie. The first one has to be a hit!" Shanhe responded.

"I am confident about the first film. China Film Group has the resources and Yi Mou's appeal. However, the subsequent biographies are a bit troublesome. There are not enough directors. Those in the Sixth Generation cannot support this kind of film. If it is not possible, I will turn to Hong Kong and Taiwan." Director!" Han Shanping said with a sigh.

Shanhe frowned after hearing this, "Mr. Han, some directors in Hong Kong and Taiwan can't even understand the history and culture of China. How can they film the Three Kingdoms well? Don't make it look like they are not the same, otherwise it will make people laugh!"

"That's what you said. Don't think about it anymore. There must be a road before the car reaches the mountain. We will solve it when the time comes. If it doesn't work, let the young people come on. Hard work will be the producer!" Han Shanping responded helplessly.

Zhang Yimou didn't feel it was hard, but was eager to try, and his energy was amazing!

The discussion continued until noon, and the three of them, Shanhe, tasted the craftsmanship of the master chef of China Film Canteen in the China Film Canteen.

After drinking and eating, Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping hurried back to work on the post-production and promotion work of "Hero", but Shan He was left behind by Han Shanping.

The two of them made tea in the office of the CEO of China Film. Han Shanping was very unfamiliar with tea making skills. Shanhe took the tea set with a smile, "Mr. Han, you look like a leader. You are used to others making tea for you!"

Han Shanping rolled his eyes at Shan He, "Does this have anything to do with the leadership? I usually use a big cup to make tea, so I don't have time for such delicate work! You in Fujian Province like this kind of small tea cup, and we in Shu are used to it. The big tea cup makes you drink very comfortably!"

"That's true!" Shanhe poured a cup of tea for Han Shanping, "Mr. Han, please call me down. Do you have anything to explain?"

Han Shanping picked up the tea cup and drank it in one gulp, "It's nothing, I just want to talk to you. You will be a director in the future. We are colleagues. There are some things I have to tell you in advance."

Shan He raised his head and looked at Han Shanping, and responded with doubt: "You tell me, I'll listen!"

Han Shanping nodded, "You are a sophomore today. Do you have any ideas about what kind of director you want to be in the future?"

Shanhe pondered for a while, "I want to make a movie that the public can understand, and it is best that it can be appreciated by both refined and popular people. I know it is not easy to do it, so try your best to work in this direction!"

Han Shanping looked at Shan He and smiled, "It's pretty much what I thought. After all, your novel is going in this direction. Last time you asked me about the murder case in the Shannan Mine, I was a little worried that you were going in the direction of the sixth generation. They have their own persistence, but their vision is very narrow. I don't like them very much. Can't artists take on a little responsibility and change! What's the use of blindly demanding and complaining? Who is not dancing in shackles? So much freedom!”

Shan He continued to serve Han Shan Ping tea, "You are right, everyone is dancing in shackles. The sixth generation and I have different ideas, maybe because of the different generations and backgrounds! What they see is backwardness and sadness, and I What I see is hope and excitement!”

Han Shanping laughed after listening to Shan He's words, "I've heard that you made such bold statements at the CCTV program recording site and shocked the program team!"

"Hi! This matter has reached you so quickly. Didn't I say it won't be broadcast until next month? There are no rhetoric. I am telling the truth. We Chinese people must be more confident!" Shanhe replied with a wry smile.

Han Shanping sighed, "How can we have confidence after being behind for so long? Take the Chinese film industry as an example. Since I took office, I have been working cautiously on thin ice. Reform is not easy. Letters of complaint from the Ministry are coming very quickly. The drawer is full. If Chinese movies are in the current situation, they will all be laid off if they don’t change. How can we be confident?"

Shanhe looked at Han Shanping's helpless face and comforted him: "Reform is inevitable, and the coming years will give results and objective evaluations!"

"Come on, I won't complain to you anymore. Don't tell me. I just said it in front of a special young man like you! Your idea today is very good. To be honest, this is the first time I have seen a Chinese film re-standing. Dawn, we have to thank you. Come and sit here more often in the future. If you have any requests, just ask them directly. We have some experience!" Han Shanping said to Shanhe with a smile.

"Then I'm welcome!" Shanhe responded with a smile, "I have something to ask you for help now, I'm going to say it!"

"Is it really true?" Han Shanping was a little surprised by Shan He's words, "Tell me!"

"Mr. Han, I just got the inspiration today to write a novel with a spy theme. I have to find material for this. I don't have any connections in this area in the capital. Mr. Han, you should have something to do, right?" Shanhe told the matter directly. out.

Han Shanping was silent for a while and said solemnly to Shanhe: "Shanhe, you are very lucky. I happen to know the son of such a hero. I also know the deeds of this hero. I am very happy that you can write about this subject. They are indeed It is worth remembering by the people, I will introduce it to you, you should go and have a good chat with him about his father, it will be of great help to you!"

Han Shanping's solemnity made Shanhe a little surprised and curious, "Mr. Han, can you tell me about this hero first?"

Han Shanping shook his head, "Let his relatives describe him. What I am telling is a story, what he is telling is a legend! This hero's name is Yuan Shu. You can find out about it first. I guess It’s hard to find information about him!”

Shanhe was attracted by Han Shanping's words. He was curious about the hero's experience that made Han Shanping so sad. This hero must have had an extraordinary life.

After leaving China Film Academy, Shanhe went directly back to Beijing Film Academy. He was considering the choice of new books along the way. Until he entered the dormitory, he was still hesitating.

Let’s wait until after the visit! Let’s finish “China on the Bite of the Tongue” first.

Ten days is a short time, which is long enough for Shan He. The last two episodes of "A Bite of China" were very difficult to write, and the incomplete memories brought great difficulties to his writing.

"The Harmony of Five Flavors" has just put the final touch.

Shanhe looked back at his short planning manuscript and began to revise it based on his memories and imagination.

At this time, Han Shanping's call came, and he helped Shanhe make an appointment with the hero's son, his name was Zeng Long.

Shanhe put down the book "China on the Bite of the Tongue" and hurried to Qinliu Hutong, Nanchang Street, Beijing the next morning.

Shanhe met the interviewee of this trip at the entrance of the alley. He was probably in his fifties, slightly fat, with a round face. He was wearing a Chinese tunic suit. He looked like he worked in a state unit.

"Hello Shanhe, I am Zeng Long."

Shanhe held the other person's hand and responded: "Hello, I am Qiu Shanhe, thank you for accepting my visit!"

Zeng Long nodded and said with a smile: "Let's go into the house and talk, it's not far in front."

"OK!"

Shanhe followed Zeng Long into a courtyard with three entrances. It was a veritable courtyard. The middle courtyard was occupied by renovated houses, and a narrow corridor led to the backyard.

Shanhe and Zeng Long walked into the home in the backyard. The small room was warmly decorated, and it was obvious that the house had a well-run hostess.

"You can sit wherever you like!" Zeng Long poured a glass of water for Shan He and sat on the opposite side of Shan He.

"Are you the only one at home today?" Shanhe asked.

"My wife went to the children's house. The children have moved out when they got older. We are used to living here, but we can't get used to living in the building!"

Shanhe nodded and took out a small tape recorder, "Uncle Zeng, do you mind if I record it?"

"I don't mind! More people should know about my father's past."

"Uncle Zeng, can you tell me your impression of your father? Although I don't know his deeds, I know that he is an unknown hero on the front line!" Shanhe asked.

"He disappeared from our lives after I was ten years old. Our brothers and sisters were brought up under the care of my eldest sister. Before the age of thirty-two, he gave me the impression of a kind father, gentle and well-spoken. Slowly thinking, when we meet again at the age of thirty-two, he is already a pale-haired, thin old man!"

"You never knew that he was an underground worker and a hero on the unknown front?"

"I don't know. I only learned about my father's past after he was rehabilitated. He is very thoughtful. Even if he is older, as long as he doesn't want you to know, it will be difficult for you to get any information from him!"

"I am very curious about his legendary experience. I have tried to find information about him, but I have found nothing. Can you tell me about it?"

"Okay, I should be able to tell you now. My father Yuan Shu is from HB. His family ancestors were members of the Tongmenghui. He joined the GMD very early. He participated in the Northern Expedition at the age of sixteen and came into contact with Marxism-Leninism for the first time while studying abroad in Neon. Doctrine, after returning to China after studying, he served our party and engaged in underground work. He once had five identities, and had a prominent position in the Japs, the Military Command, the Central Command, and the Youth Gang. I still can't believe that someone can do this. , you can still save your life and return to our party!"

"It's indeed amazing. Has he told you about his past work and life?"

"Very few. He usually talks very little and has an excellent memory. He can clearly retell the entire scene of the meeting, including facial features and clothing. My brothers and sisters and I only visited the farm in seven or eight years. He did it once, and two years later he could still clearly describe the specific situation of everyone at that time, and he even told me clearly what color socks my sister was wearing!"

"He was already an old man in his seventies at that time, right? He still has such a good memory?" Shanhe asked with amazement.

"Yes, at that time he was already tortured by life and was very thin. You have never seen him. How can I say this! He has two qualities at the same time. He can attract people's attention and disappear from your sight. Usually He is just an ordinary old man. He only occasionally talks about past events in front of us. The thing that impressed me most deeply was when he accompanied my daughter to watch "Eighteen Years in the Enemy Camp". After watching half an episode, he said one sentence , such underground workers could not survive for a long time in the magical city of the 1930s and 1940s!"

Shanhe looked at Zeng Long and asked curiously: "Why?"

"We also asked my father, but he didn't answer. Even in the last few years, his health was deteriorating and his emotions often broke down. When he cried, he did not tell the story of the experience. His caution was deep down to his bones. It’s in!”

"Then how do you know about your father's past?"

"In May of 1977, my father returned to the capital by train. Our family reunited after an absence of twenty-two years. My father showed us the court judgment he brought. It said CC agents, military unification agents, "Neon Agent", traitor... We can't believe it! He only said one sentence: This is just the surface of the matter. Everything I do is done under the instructions of the party! "

"Do you know your father's achievements?" Shanhe asked.

"I know a little bit. I later read some information with the permission of the organization. My father is a strategic agent. The intelligence he conveyed was all about grand strategic nature, including Neon's plan for a war of aggression against China and the sneak attack on Country M. The invasion plan of Southeast Asia, Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, etc. He held the rank of Lieutenant General in the military command, on an equal footing with Dai Li. In the Wang Puppet Government, he was the number one traitor of the Qingxiang Regiment. He was the founder of the famous neon intelligence organization Iwai Mansion. The leader of the Qinggang has a close relationship with Du Yuesheng. This is only part of what I know. To be honest, it is too amazing. I don’t believe there is such a person now, and he is my father!"

Shanhe was also shocked by Zeng Long's description, and the existence of such a character. Even if he was reborn and cheated, he couldn't figure out so many identities!

The reality is indeed more outrageous than the novel. If the protagonist of Shanhe was written like Yuan Shu, no one would believe it, and his book would be criticized by readers and reviewers to the bottom of the sea!

Shan He was confused by Zeng Long's answer and didn't even know what else to ask!

"Uncle Zeng, please let me slow down. I really don't know what to say right now!"

Zeng Long laughed, "When I read the information, I was stunned for a whole day and sleepwalked for a week. My father's experience was really shocking!"

Shanhe took a sip of water and nodded in response: "I don't even dare to write this in my novels. Mr. Shu is really a legendary agent!"

When Shanhe walked out of the courtyard, he was still in a state of confusion. No wonder Han Shanping didn't want to tell him about it. Only his relatives were qualified to describe and show off such achievements and characters.

He is a true hero. Whether underground or above ground, he has not changed. Even if he was misunderstood and wronged, he did not reveal his achievements even until his death.

His name is unknown, but his deeds will live forever!

Shanhe's visit was both successful and unsuccessful.

The success lies in the fact that the personality traits and daily life of an underground worker can be outlined through interviews with oneself.

The failure lies in his complete ignorance of how agents work and handle crises.

It seems that he still has a lot of work to do. He needs some internal information, needs to know the organizational structure, work contacts, and even the training process of the agents.

It wasn't until two days after returning to school that Shanhe recovered his thoughts and restarted the writing work of "A Bite of China".

The figure of an agent still appeared in his mind from time to time.

On the last day of October, Shanhe completed the planning plan for "A Bite of China" and sent it to Yangliu and CCTV program departments.

He began to consider the selection of spy novels.

Combined with Yuan Shu's legendary experience, Shanhe abandoned "Before Dawn" and "Latent".

Oscillating between "Cliff" and "Wind".

In the end, I chose "Cliff". This TV series left a very deep impression on me. The mental journey of the hero and heroine was very clearly depicted, and the feelings of family and country came to my face. It was very suitable for adaptation into a novel.

The story takes place in Northeast China in 1938. Zhou Yi is an agent of the Communist Party of China. In order to facilitate him to lurk within the enemy, the organization dispatched a female telegraph operator, Gu Qiuyan, to pretend to be his wife.

Facing Gao Bin, a powerful and well-thought-out opponent from the Secret Service, their true identities face severe challenges. The cruel reality and the crisis that may break out at any time have caused the relationship between this "fake couple" to quietly change.

Zhou Yi is a mature and elegant middle-aged man. For the sake of his faith and nation, he left his beloved wife and children and lurked in the center of the enemy's rule.

He is decisive and wise, and he knows that in this cruel game, only caution, calmness, and ruthlessness at critical moments are the highest rules of survival. He and the heroine Gu Qiuyan have complicated emotions, husband and wife, brother and sister, and comrades are mixed together, which ultimately leads to his sacrifice for the rescue!

Gu Qiuyan has short hair and delicate and kind eyes. This is the face of a young woman who looks like she has not experienced many things.

She is extremely smart and often immersed in a strong student-like patriotic passion, but she is always criticized by Zhou Yi for her lack of experience.

Her feelings towards Zhou Yi are contradictory, including awe and repulsion. Although she was a telegraph operator trained by the Red Army headquarters in Moscow, she was an out-and-out woman in life.

Gao Bin, shrewd and cunning, with many tricks, is the proud disciple of Kenji Doihara. He also has a deep personal relationship with the leader of the Togo Army, Dr. Shiro Ishii. He was loyal to Emperor Puyi and believed that cooperation between Japan and Manchuria was the only way out for China.

Due to his special position in the Secret Service, Zhou Yi and Gu Qiuyan are always under his shadow.

The whole novel begins, unfolds and ends with the repeated entanglement of these three main characters!

There are also some supporting characters appearing. Shanhe is going to set up a character card for each character to write down their personality characteristics and life experiences. Each character has his own life in the book!

I was very anxious about being reviewed by Qidian. I wrote every chapter with trepidation. Yesterday it was blocked, and today’s chapter is a bit dangerous!