The next day, Zhang Qiurui took the script of "Hidden in the Smoke and Dust" and boarded the bus to the Yenching Film Academy in Zhuxinzhuang.
"Teacher Situ." The school seemed particularly quiet on Sunday.
Zhang Qiurui knocked on the door and stood at the door. Seeing that only Situ Zhaodun was in the teacher's office, she greeted him with a smile.
"Student Zhang Qiurui, you are here. Come in and sit down." Situ Zhaodun waved to Zhang Qiurui.
Today, Zhang Qiurui had agreed on a date and time to meet with Situ Zhaodun, so Situ Zhaodun was not surprised to see Zhang Qiurui.
"How are you guys adapting to life in Hong Kong? Is your company doing well?" Situ Zhaodun asked with a smile after pouring a cup of tea for Zhang Qiurui.
Although he knew what several students had done in Hong Kong, he still wanted to hear his students' own experiences and feelings.
Zhang Qiurui took the tea, took a sip, and said with a smile on his face: "Thank you for your concern, teacher. Everything is fine in Xiangjiang.
The company's operations gradually got back on track and it made some money.
Hong Jie, Mei Jie, Yimou, Chang Wei, Xiao Jin, and others all directed a film that performed well at the box office, and their directing skills have improved significantly."
"That's great. I knew you could do it. You must have read the telegram I sent you before. I wonder what classmate Zhang Qiurui thinks? If you have no inspiration and cannot direct a movie next year, the teacher and the superiors will refuse to allow us to shoot a movie next year." Upon hearing this, Situ Zhaodun said with a hint of relief in his eyes.
“I came back this time to discuss with my teacher about filming next year.
"Teacher, this is my new script, which I plan to film next year." Zhang Qiurui took the script of "Hidden in the Mist" from her bag and handed it to Situ Zhaodundao.
"Hidden in the Smoke is adapted from your own novel.
Your teacher has read the novel you wrote, but you don’t need to read this script to know its content.
Do you have a choice for the roles of Ma Youtie and Cao Guiying? And where in Northwest China would you choose as the filming location?
Also, the novel features a cycle of seasons? Does this movie also require a cycle of seasons? "Situ Zhaodun took the script and understood after seeing the title.
He was quite familiar with the plot of "Hidden in the Smoke and Dust" and pointed out several key issues in succession, revealing his in-depth understanding and expectations of this work.
"Teacher, I would like to ask You Benchang from the National Theatre of China to play the role of Ma Youtie, and I would like to ask Wu Yanshu from the Shanxi People's Repertory Theatre to play the role of Cao Guiying.
By then I hope to be able to send them an invitation through their teacher. They don’t need to audition. As long as they can come to play, the role will be theirs.
However, before the end of next year, I need to go to the rural areas of Northwest China to experience rural life and learn the dialect. In later generations, the film "Hidden in the Dust" only had one real actor in the role, but this time, Zhang Qiurui chose teachers You Benchang and Wu Yanshu to recreate this classic role.
Teachers You Benchang and Wu Yanshu are both highly respected veteran actors in the drama world. Their acting skills are profound and delicate, and they can deeply explore and display the souls of the characters to the fullest.
"I know You Benchang. His figure and appearance fit Ma Youtie's image. But I don't know Wu Yanzhu." Seeing that Zhang Qiurui strongly recommended her, Situ Zhaodun thought that there must be something unique about her, so he didn't ask much.
"Then where should we choose to shoot in the northwest?" Situ Zhaodun asked.
"I saw Huaqiangzi Village, Luocheng Town, Gaotai County, ZY City, GS Province, on TV. We can send someone to check it out. If it's suitable for filming, we can decide where to shoot.
Teacher, you will continue to be the producer of this film. In addition, I will let Huijun be the photographer and have him take the two leading actors to the countryside to experience life and learn the local dialect.
I plan to start filming this movie this summer. During this time, I'll be taking care of the crew preparations, equipment arrangements, and my daily life. "
"Okay, leave these to me. I will definitely take care of it for you."
Next, Situ Zhaodun invited You Benchang and Wu Yanzhu to play the male and female protagonists in "Hidden in the Smoke and Dust". You Benchang was in BJ, and after reading the script, he immediately agreed. Later, when he learned that he had to go to the countryside to experience rural life, he did not change his mind.
As for Wu Yanzhu, it was a bit of a rollercoaster ride.
I originally found Wu Yanzhu's workplace and called her to explain my purpose, that I was looking for her to film a movie, but she thought I was a scammer and hung up on me. When I called again later, she hung up before I could finish my words. When I called again, the call was no longer connected.
"In that case, Teacher Huijun, let's go to the Shanxi People's Repertory Theatre and invite Teacher Wu to play the role of Cao Guiying in person, and chat with her by the way.
After addressing Mr. Wu's concerns, we'll head to Huaqiangzi Village, Luocheng Town, Gaotai County, ZY City, GS Province, to survey the terrain and filming locations, and to greet the village leader. Zhang Qiurui, realizing that despite minor setbacks, the situation remains generally under control, quickly arranged the itinerary.
“Okay, wait for me to get the school’s letter of introduction, your two letters of introduction, the filming permit, and the teaching certificate. Bring them all.
With these proofs, Comrade Wu Yanshu won't think we're liars." Situ Zhaodun said jokingly with a smile.
After preparing all the necessary documents, the three of them embarked on their journey to Shanxi.
The train started slowly, and the scenery outside the window began to change, gradually transitioning from a bustling city to rolling mountains and scattered villages.
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