Rhapsody of Entertainment Rebirth

In less than an hour, Bruckheimer rushed to the set with a smile on his face. Shanhe ignored him and continued to complete the day's shooting plan with the crew.

The entire crew felt Shan He's unhappiness. Apart from the sound of work, there was no additional noise.

Bruckheimer was not in a hurry. He picked up a chair and sat aside, acting as a bystander.

"Cut! Zoe, your performance is perfect. You have two scenes to wrap up tomorrow. It's a pleasure to work with you!"

"Thank you! Qiu, this is the coolest movie set I have ever seen. You and Heath are so incredible!"

"Ha ha…"

Shanhe smiled and replied, "I accept your praise because I feel the same way!"

At this time, Bruckheimer approached Shanhe and interrupted with a smile,

"Does this mean we can celebrate the movie's success in advance!"

Shanhe glanced at him,

"Isn't this Mr. Bruckheimer, the number one producer in Hollywood? It's been a long time since I last saw you. Why are you free to come here today?"

"Haha... Qiu, your tone of voice sounds like a resentful woman. Didn't you just set a schedule first? This was not my idea!"

Zoe Saldana didn’t want to get involved in the conversation between the two big guys, so she quickly said hello to them and avoided their conversation.

"Qiu, Mr. Bruckheimer, you guys talk, I'm leaving first!"

As soon as Zoe left, Shanhe asked Bruckheimer directly:

"Where's Tim, this is a trick you set for Warner, right? When did you book the schedule?"

"Qiu, I told you earlier, there are many factions within Warner, and Tim probably went back to Warner to look for backstage!"

Bruckheimer answered Shanhedao with a smile,

"This matter was settled before you returned to China. Warner and DC Comics need to restore the reputation of the DC Universe as soon as possible. Warner is not the only one who has the final say. Richard Parsons has the final say. Some people don't like you meddling in the DC Universe. I am the only one who has the final say." What can outsiders say? Besides, it’s not bad to be released in early February. Among the three major film festivals in Europe, the only one you haven’t been to is the Berlin Film Festival. The Golden Bear Award has the same name as your son Bernier. Why don’t you bring him a little Golden Bear back? Good!"

Shan He rolled his eyes at Bruckheimer, "The Golden Bear Award is yours, you can get it if you ask for it!"

"I won't pursue anything else, but I must have control over the movie!"

"Don't worry about this!"

The old gangster put his arm around Shan He's shoulders and said with a smile,

"I don't know you yet. No one can take away your control. Tim was just scared. He was afraid of being killed as a scapegoat! Haha..."

Shanhe is not interested in these messy infighting in Hollywood. What he cares about is movies.

"The soundtrack of the movie is very important, Jerry. What I care about is the quality of the movie. This movie is very important to Heath. His performance deserves a statuette. This is my promise to my friend!"

“The soundtrack and everything for the movie will be done according to your requirements!”

Bruckheimer stopped laughing and replied seriously to Shan He,

"This is also my promise to you, Qiu. You also deserve a statuette. No, it should be the damn Oscar Academy that owes us a statuette!"

"Jerry, you are such a shameless and lovable old bastard!"

"Ha ha…"

…

As November continues to approach, the filming plan of "Joker" is also constantly advancing towards completion.

For Shanhe, shooting this movie was not difficult, it could even be said to be simple.

Before filming started, Shanhe had two difficulties: the protagonist and the background.

After filming started, Heath Ledger's perfect fit with the character was resolved.

Lawrence Schell, the handheld player, solved most of the other problems. He, a local gangster who grew up in Jersey, gave Shanhe a lot of help.

The criminal background of Gotham City is almost identical to the real New York slums in Lawrence's descriptions and shots.

Chaos, ugliness and corruption, people's rights and interests are not protected, the streets are filled with garbage, graffiti covers the walls, and the hidden darkness is waiting for an opportunity...

Every scene represents the overlap between Gotham City and New York. The most interesting thing is that the scene of Arkham Asylum, the villain concentration camp in the DC universe, is actually the Manhattan City Hall.

Lawrence's proposal made Shanhe amazed!

Without these two problems, the filming of "Joker" became more and more smooth under the control of Shanhe and the leadership of Heath Ledger.

Entering the first week of November, the entire crew ushered in the final moment.

The final shot happened to be the first shot of the film.

Heath Ledger looked in the mirror, looking at his haggard face in the mirror, grinning with his fingers, showing a funny clown smile.

"cut!"

At this time, Shanhe called to stop filming.

"Heath, congratulations on your perfect portrayal of a classic character. Everyone, congratulations on completing an excellent tragedy. I'm proud of your work!"

There was a burst of cheers and applause at the filming site, and everyone hugged each other to celebrate.

Heath Ledger, who should have been the most excited, was actually the calmest.

He has said goodbye to the role of "Joker", and the so-called fate has ended here. He knows that this will be the pinnacle of his career as an actor.

It is estimated that there will be no role in the future that can give him such complex emotions and sense of involvement. He looked at himself in the mirror, showed a smile that was truly his own, and said softly:

"Arthur, good luck to you!"

Shanhe was already standing behind Heath Ledger at this time, smiling and answering Heath Ledger for the "Joker\

,""Don't worry about him, he will be popular all over the world! Heath, your goodbye is perfect. Next, you need to go home most, and wait for the harvest. My promise will not fail, next year I will be the Hollywood clown 'Year!"

"Thank you my friend!"

Heath Ledger stood up and gave Shan He a hug,

"You broke my destiny. To me, you are an angel sent by God!"

"Haha...I definitely don't belong to God's camp!"

Shanhe put his arm around Heath Ledger's shoulders and said with a smile,

"The clown is more like an obstacle sent by God to test you. When you were afraid, he was a magic star. Now that you have surpassed him, you have become a lucky star!"

"All right!"

Heath Ledger also smiled,

"This is a blessing from a friend. From now on, clown Arthur will be my mascot. I will tell Matilda the story of me and the clown when she grows up. This is a legend that belongs to her father and uncle!"

"Haha...it is indeed a legend!"

…

After filming was completed, the film naturally entered the editing process.

Shanhe, who returned to Los Angeles, met composer Hans Zimmer in the editing room again.

The two worked very happily together in "Gravity" and got into the theme without too much politeness.

Hans Zimmer actually took over the job when the script of "Joker" was taking shape.

He likes to work with talented directors like Shanhe or Nolan, because their films always have unique innovations, and these innovations are a source of inspiration for mature scorers.

For example, "Batman", "Gravity" or "The Universe".

Especially "The Instant Universe". After watching this movie, he even regretted not contacting Shanhe to recommend himself.

Hans Zimmer is also seeking breakthroughs, which is a trait shared by every pursuing artist.

Even if a director or composer who is not enterprising has extraordinary talent, he can only be like a shooting star. He may burst out with brilliance for a while, but he cannot stay in the public eye for a long time.

And "The Instant Universe" is a movie that is very suitable for Hans Zimmer's breakthrough. It is so novel, and so many universes are so suitable for the use and integration of multiple styles.

It's a pity that he missed that opportunity. After reading the script of "Joker" this time, he took over the soundtrack work without hesitation.

He has full confidence in Shanhe. "Joker" will be a heart-stirring film, and the heart-stirring music is naturally indispensable in it!

He actually created some music demos before meeting Shanhe, but he still volunteered to join in the tedious film editing work.

Looking at the film footage, Heath Ledger's performance in the camera really shocked him, and Hans Zimmer's inspiration was constantly brewing.

Until I saw the scene of Arthur the clown dancing in the bathroom. The Heath Ledger in the scene was both crazy and disorderly, and full of elegant fanaticism.

The charm of the clown suddenly exploded in his mind,

"Qiu, forgive me, I have to leave now, my mind is full of combinations of musical instruments, they want to break through my head!"

Before Shanhe and editor Thelma Schoonmaker could respond, Hans Zimmer stormed out of the editing room.

Shanhe looked at Hans Zimmer's leaving figure, smiled slightly, and said to the master female editor Thelma Schoonmaker:

“Hans is inspired, it looks like we’re doing a pretty good job!”

"It's not bad, it should be quite outstanding. Qiu, congratulations on making another masterpiece!"

"Semar, even if you praise me to the sky, it still won't change my hatred for you!"

Shanhe said with resentment,

"You are too cruel, these shots are all our hard work!"

"Haha... Qiu, you are not the first director to want to kill the editor, and you will not be the last!"

…

Two days later, a melody called "Bathroom Dance" leisurely sounded in Shanhe's ears.

Along with the entire process of the clown's solo dance in the camera, the music and Heath Ledger's performance experienced a continuous change.

First, the low cello is used as the keynote, and then other strings gradually enter. The gradually richer music hints at the awakening and spread of darkness in Arthur's heart.

In addition, the silent music in the closed space eliminates all environmental sounds and is so pure that it seems to be the voice deep in the character's heart.

The music accompanies the clown's dancing, which not only conforms to the character's psychology of going crazy and becoming a demon, but also breaks through the conventional design methods of movie soundtracks, blurring the boundary between the screen and reality, and giving the audience a strong sense of immersion.

The whole melody combined with the picture instantly gave Shanhe a unique audio-visual experience.

Hans Zimmer's music seems to have a different style!

"Qiu, you and Heath are both geniuses. You have given me a new direction in film scores. What do you think of this melody?"

Shan He looked at Hans Zimmer who was a little excited and gave him a thumbs up.

"Brilliant! Hans, after listening to this piece, I won't ask for anything more from you because it exceeds my requirements!"

"Haha... "Joker" made me find the feeling I had when I scored the soundtrack for "The Island". Qiu, I am confident that I will give the movie a tragic symphony belonging to the Joker!"

"I am looking forward!"

…

Shanhe is busy in the post-production of "Joker" in Los Angeles, but Warner and Disney's promotion of the movie did not miss this powerful director.

Shanhe and Heath Ledger began to appear in the stands of the NBA, MLB (Major League Baseball), and NFL (National Football League) from time to time.

Shanhe did not refuse this kind of publicity and promotion. This is the job of the director. Besides, it can also bring some entertainment and relaxation.

On the third weekend of November, Shanhe, Bruckheimer, Heath Ledger and his family watched a Los Angeles Lakers game at the Staples Center.

There wasn’t much to say during the game.

The Lakers have a strong lineup at this time. Kobe is at his peak, and Gasol, Bynum, Ci Shiping and others are assisting him.

The Lakers easily defeated the visiting Hornets.

The Shanhe people sitting in the front row also became the subjects of constant visits by cameras.

As the game drew to a close, several people left the field early through a special passage and headed to the parking lot.

In the open space of the parking lot, several people witnessed a fist fight between teenagers.

A mixed-race Chinese boy fights three white boys alone!

The mixed-race Chinese boy was naturally outnumbered, but he did not surrender. It was obvious that he had a lot of experience!

Regardless of the punches and kicks of the other two, he grabbed one person and dealt with all his strength, full of stubbornness and vitality!

Shanhe watched for a moment, and couldn't help but be moved by the expression of the mixed-race Chinese boy.

"Heath, you take Michelle and Pony Shoe into the car first, Jerry and I will go take a look!"

Heath Ledger took off his daughter who was riding on his neck and handed it to his wife beside him.

"Honey, you take your daughter and get in the car first, and Qiu and I will go over and take a look!"

"OK! Be careful!"

Shanhe and the others walked forward quickly and shouted to the teenagers:

"Hey, this is not the place for you to do anything!"

When the three white teenagers saw several adults walking towards them, including an Asian, they ran out of sight without looking further.

However, the Chinese-American mixed-race boy stayed behind. He looked like he was fine, except for a scratch on his arm and some cracks at the corners of his mouth.

The appearance of Shanhe made him not pay attention to his minor injury at all. His expression was filled with unexpected surprise, and he spoke a fluent Chinese sentence casually,

"I'll go, are you Shanhe?"

"you know me?"

“Are there any Chinese people in America who don’t recognize you?”

Shanhe looked at the disheveled and somewhat embarrassed young man in front of him and asked:

"How are you? Do you want to go to the hospital?"

The mixed-race boy touched the corners of his mouth and shook his head.

"I'm fine, thank you for helping me out!"

Shanhe was very interested in this young man and asked casually:

"You're a little stunned, one versus three, don't you know how to run away?"

The young man's answer was very tough.

"I'm not afraid of them. They're just a bunch of weaklings who can't afford to lose. Avoiding them will make them even more arrogant!"

"well said!"

Shanhe's interest became even greater, "What's your name? Where do you go to school?"

"My name is Tang Zhiyu, and I am a student at Northwood High School! Can you sign it for me? My mother likes your novels very much!"

"Of course! But do you have a pen now?"

"Can you wait for me for a moment? My car is right in front, and I have it in the car!"

"Can!"

"Thanks!"

When the boy heard this, he ran towards his second-hand car.

Bruckheimer turned to look at the mountains and rivers and asked thoughtfully:

"Qiu, are you casting a role for Young Boy Yi?"

Shanhe looked at the young man's running back and smiled slightly.

"He has some flavor of Young Yi. Of course, this is just an uncertain option. Jerry, I want to see his background information!"

"No problem! You'll know everything about him in two days!"