Chapter 348 Career Line
"Movie show?" Zhou Xiao muttered to herself, looking at the ticket she had just received. She placed it on the table and, as if remembering something, she grabbed her phone and began to look at it.
At this moment, Ji Shao's chatroom was ablaze with joy. This festive atmosphere was comparable to the clamorous celebrations in real life. Furthermore, simply because the notification announced Ji Shao's attendance at the film screening, some people had already started celebrating by entering a lottery.
Although the new drama's official opening ceremony won't begin until the end of the month, lead actor Ji Shao has already joined the crew and participated in the script reading. This is reassuring for fans of the actor. But for fans of the show's popularity, it's a mixed blessing.
For Tiaosi, the days are already passing like years. While other people's readings at least have street photos of them commuting to work or going out for a stroll, Ji Shao's readings have practically vanished from the face of the earth!
Even with the variety shows that are currently airing and the training room stages that are released from time to time, I feel that none of this can compare to the fresh Ji Shao! Fortunately, these days are coming to an end!
If the crew hadn't been filming in secrecy, we wouldn't have gotten to see the wonderful photos of them going to work. And thinking about the upcoming screening, I'm so excited!
However, unlike most people who were focused on the "fresh" Ji Shao, Zhou Xiao's focus at the moment was on the timing of this film viewing conference.
"The Unparalleled General" was able to schedule a screening just six months after wrapping filming, and it's possible the show will air while Ji Shao is still filming. This isn't just due to the crew's dedicated efforts, but also largely depends on the actors' luck.
Of course, being able to avoid overshadowing the drama is enough to make people in the industry envious.
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The next morning, Zhou Xiao, already feeling prepared, set off with her camera and headed for a photo studio in Gangcheng. After she'd suggested trying to film a set the previous day, Director Fang had agreed without hesitation.
After Fang Xi agreed to Zhou Xiao's decision, she also specifically instructed the actors arriving in Hong Kong to rest well in the hotel on their arrival day and not to go out. They also recalled and consolidated their emotions and character positioning during the filming of "Letters from Time and Space" before the promotional photos began.
In fact, the actors had been repeatedly reminded by their agents before arriving. Their greatest value in Hong Kong was to serve as a decorative element. If they wanted to be seen, they had to work hard on the screen where they could be seen.
This promotional photo shoot was an opportunity. Even if Fang Xi didn't remind them, the others had already kept this in mind.
Fang Xi borrowed the location for this shoot from a friend. Although the friend was just there for fun, the location was fully stocked with all the necessary props. Many of the equipment was even updated in real time, making it seem even more professional than some of the so-called top-tier photography studios in China.
"Knock knock knock" After knocking on the door, Qin Zi pushed open the door of the studio and shouted to Zhou Xiao who was working hard inside, "Teacher Zhou, please get familiar with the environment here first. The actors are on the way."
He and Zhou Xiao arrived at the studio almost at the same time. While Zhou Xiao was checking the props, he had already started a series of deadly moves. This made the other actors' agents want to turn into swift horses and send their own artists there first. But thankfully, the actors were all in the same car, so there was no need to think too much.
In Hong Kong, ordinary actors and staff can't really put on airs in front of the backstage staff. Only in the domestic entertainment industry do celebrities get to be so high up. Qin Zi had repeatedly emphasized this point before coming to Hong Kong. After all, the Hong Kong media's sharp tongue is well known.
Zhou Xiao flicked the switch to adjust the blower's wind speed. She could vaguely hear what the other person was saying from the rustling of the wind. So, she simply raised her hand in an "OK" gesture and returned to her work.
Although many of the equipment in the studio is new, this also means that they are rarely used or have never been used at all. Although the adjustment is not difficult, it is indeed a technical job.
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On the other side, a bus was swaying with a number of people sitting there. These people were all actors from the crew of "Letters from Time and Space." However, the atmosphere inside was a little awkward at the moment.
For everyone in the car, except for two or three old actors who would occasionally meet at the film and television city, today's reunion can be said to have been almost two years apart.
Even so, some of the younger actors in the group met up a few times after filming wrapped. But once everyone stopped working together, the bond they had built naturally faded.
Fang Dong sat in a single seat, also silently staring at her phone. Although she was the youngest in the group, she hadn't interacted much with the others during the shoot. Looking back, the bond she'd formed with these people wasn't as strong as the one she'd developed with Teacher Zhou Xiao over the past few days.
Just as Fang Dong was thinking, someone in the car broke the silence, and the topic brought up happened to be related to Zhou Xiao she was thinking about.
"I wonder how Mr. Zhou will film me later!" This was said by a young man with ordinary features, even a large patch of acne. But this appearance, combined with Ju Ziang's interpretation of the role, makes the texture he presents in the film quite surprising.
Ju Ziang's simple words quickly resonated with everyone in the car. Except for three older actors who were a little confused, everyone else began to chatter and join in the discussion.
"I didn't expect Zhou Xiao would be the one shooting for us this time," said Bu Zhengsi, who had her hair tied up in a bun, looking very lucky. "My agent found out over the phone that Director Fang had hired Zhou Xiao, and he immediately said I was so lucky! I didn't expect my wish to come true so soon~"
As for where her agent is now? Of course, due to the location and number of people involved in today's filming, the actors' agents are all on standby at the hotel, making emergency contact before the movie preview.
Back to the point, Zhou Xiao was well-known among the younger actors, and by that she was famous, they themselves wanted to work with her. Besides her powerful buff that made everyone she starred in a film become a hit, the most important factor was her top-notch aesthetic and technique.
But as her fame grew and for reasons that are well known to everyone, working with her became a small goal for many new actors.
"Who says it's not?" another girl said. "By the way, have you seen 'Flowering Flowers'? It's a collaboration between Director Fang and Teacher Zhou. I really hope our film can achieve the same results."
"Flower City," which concluded tonight, has become a widely acknowledged hit. Its plot is captivating, with numerous memorable scenes. Just look at the buzz surrounding the short video: the comments section is filled with calls for a second season.
"Fang Dong, I heard you came early," Teng Ruicheng, who had been silent the whole time, suddenly said, "Did you get to know Teacher Zhou in advance?"
Fang Dong, whose name was called, put down her phone and watched as many people in the car focused their attention on her. Her lips curled up slightly, "Teacher Xiao Zhou doesn't need to get a feel for it!"
Such straightforward praise made many people in the car's hearts race. Who was Fang Dong? An amateur without an agent, chosen by Director Fang, yet with a remarkable acting talent. For this photography teacher to have such high praise meant there was nothing else to say.
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The bus, with the atmosphere gradually becoming lively, drove steadily towards the studio. The conversation started by the photographer quickly turned to the memorable spots from the original shoot.
The driver, hearing the rustling noises coming from behind, was curious but continued to drive the car steadily. Of course, the reason he could do this was because the subsequent conversation didn't contain any exciting content to attract attention.
When the bus pulled up to the side of the road, everyone couldn't help but look around as soon as they got off. This was a single-family villa with a small garden in a prosperous area of the harbor. When someone noticed Teacher Qin Zi coming their way and warned them, many of the others subconsciously calmed down.
"Teacher Zhou has arrived early. You will go in and divide into groups to do your makeup and styling, and then go to the photo shoot." Qin Zi, who has a naturally unapproachable temperament, felt relieved when he saw the well-behaved appearance of the young people.
After seeing the old actors being humble and letting the young people do their makeup first, Qin Zi almost immediately took the three of them to the tea room next to the studio.
Speaking of teahouses, Fangxi knew a friend who was a genuine Fujianese owner. Regardless of where they were established, the culture of socializing over tea was ingrained in their DNA. So, this also gave Qinzi a place to invite the three teachers to rest for a while.
The three veteran actors were invited by Fang Xi. After reading the script, they almost immediately agreed to act. During the filming process, Qin Zi was always respectful to the three of them.
Inside the teahouse, lingering smoke curled up. Curled, snail-like leaves gradually settled in the transparent glass container. As Qin Zi poured out the tea, it took on a gentle, tender green hue, looking particularly pleasing. Just as he was about to pour the tea, there was a sudden knock on the teahouse door.
Huo Qing turned her head to look at the newcomer, and a hint of joy immediately appeared on her face. Then she smiled and teased, "Hey, isn't this our Director Fang? You said you were looking for someone to film, so why are you here so late? If this is a drinking party, then you have to drink three glasses of wine as a punishment."
"Hahaha, I'm here just in time, aren't I?" Fang Xi walked into the room with a smile. After greeting the others, he looked at Qin Zi and said, "This tea is great. Listen to your sister Qing and pour me three cups. Consider it an apology!"
Because of these scoundrel's words, the room was filled with laughter for a while.
Needless to say, Qin Ziben knew how to pour the tea. But Fang Xi's tone made everyone who had come to the port city to support her feel particularly comfortable.
"Xizi, I heard that you hired a famous photographer for us this time." Tian Hongsheng picked up the tea in front of him, blew it gently, and said slowly.
Fang Xi's smile widened upon hearing this. She had originally thought about asking Zhou Xiao in a couple of days if he needed any other actors' filming ideas. Unexpectedly, he came yesterday to ask if filming could begin.
"If I don't tell you, you won't understand." Fang Xi understood Tian Hongsheng's character. He really put the show first. So she said with some pride, "That girl has taken photos of Mei Yi!"
Who is Mei Yi? Even though she has long since retired and traveled around, she is still a legend in the industry. Not to mention her apprentices, many of whom are actually the official photographers of famous directors.
"That's great." Lu Chun sipped his tea carefully and nodded with satisfaction. "Can I go and see it later?"
"No problem, the surveillance camera is in the other room," Fang Xi agreed without hesitation, and then invited the other two people, "Would you like to join us?"
Huo Qing and Tian Hongsheng glanced at each other and nodded. Of course, they thought Fang Xi was asking them to help with the review. They had no idea how much of a surprise the upcoming shoot would bring them.
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