Chapter 189: The Unstoppable Charm of "A Chinese Odyssey"
Inside a room on the set of "The Legend of Journey to the West" that was temporarily used as a meeting room for the film crew.
Wang Yueheng, director Zhou An, and others sat down around the conference table.
Three printed copies of the script were placed in front of director Zhou An, assistant director Mei Yongqin, and screenwriter Fang Yanming.
The lead actors, including Luo Shoucheng, sat in chairs behind the director, their eyes curiously examining the script that Wang Yueheng had brought on the table.
Because it's too far away.
All anyone could vaguely make out were the words "A Chinese Odyssey" on the script.
The actress, Lin Yin, was immediately drawn to the name.
A Chinese Odyssey...
It does sound much better than the clichéd "Journey to the West".
Hopefully, the script won't be too bad...
"I revised this play into two parts based on the script given to me by director Zhou An."
"A movie called 'A Chinese Odyssey Part Two: Cinderella'."
"The other one is called 'A Chinese Odyssey Part One: Pandora's Box'."
"The theme remains the same: nonsensical parody comedy derived from the Journey to the West mythology."
"As for the specific story content, you will need to read the script yourself."
"In addition, the theme song I wrote for this play is called 'A Lifetime of Love,' and the lyrics are attached to the script."
"I have already recorded the song. After Director Zhou finishes reading the script, I will let everyone listen to it live."
Wang Yueheng, dressed in casual clothes, sat in a chair and gave a brief introduction.
To better showcase the song's effect.
Wang Yueheng directly redeemed the arrangement and background music for "A Lifetime of Love" from the system and recorded the song in advance.
You can play it directly from the USB drive later.
"What? A play has been changed into two parts?"
"A Chinese Odyssey? That name does sound pretty good..."
"I wonder what he actually changed the script to; he might really get criticized..."
"The theme song is called 'A Lifetime of Love'? Which character in Journey to the West ever had a romantic relationship?"...
Upon hearing this, a quiet murmur arose among the actors and staff sitting nearby.
I don't understand the content of Wang Yueheng's script or the title of the theme song.
After listening, Director Zhou An frowned and casually flipped open the script, trying to force himself to continue reading.
He then realized that the other party had brought more than just the script.
They even drew up the storyboard.
Director Zhou An was stunned when he saw the completed film script.
Regardless of the quality of this revised script.
At least the professional level is up to par.
You must know that the script is the soul of a play.
The storyboard is like a blueprint for the entire film, playing a vital guiding role for cinematographers and editors.
It can better reflect the rhythm and style of the whole drama.
Zhou An originally thought it would be good enough if Wang Yueheng brought a script.
I didn't expect the other party to be even more prepared than I anticipated.
Zhou An, who was initially annoyed, suddenly felt complicated.
I couldn't wait any longer and quickly flipped through the script.
"My God, so fast? They even have a storyboard!"
"Isn't he a singer? How does he know all this?"
"How did you manage to produce both the script and the storyboard in just three days?"
"Could it be that they just bought a random script from some obscure corner and used it to get by?"...
The lead actors couldn't help but whisper among themselves.
Hong Kong star Law Shou-shing looked at Wang Yue-heng with an incredulous expression, suspecting that he might have used some underhanded tactics.
It's not just director Zhou An.
Including screenwriter Fang Yanming, assistant director Mei Yongqin, and others.
They were all taken aback by Wang Yueheng's phenomenal efficiency.
They even couldn't help but suspect that the other party had simply bought a poorly made ready-made product from somewhere and handed it over.
But soon, the main creators' attention was drawn to the script in front of them.
Especially the screenwriter Fang Yanming, who wore gold-rimmed glasses, had his brows furrowed.
His sitting posture also gradually changed from the casual posture of crossing his legs at the beginning to a more upright one.
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