1797 [Wrangler]
In April, Xiang Nan's role in "Cannonball Race" was completed.
After all, this drama is an ensemble piece, and his total appearance time is less than thirty minutes.
One month is enough time for shooting.
After the scene was wrapped, Xiang Nan said goodbye to Brooke Shields, and then flew back to the mainland to participate in the thesis defense at Peking University.
This was not difficult for him, and he easily achieved high scores.
Later, he took the time to meet with Cong Shan.
"Ning Wei, good news, I'm going to make a movie." Cong Shan said happily as soon as she saw Xiang Nan.
"Making a movie?! Okay, congratulations." Xiang Nan nodded, and then asked with a smile, "Which director is so discerning that he would choose you to act?"
"It's director Xie Jin. He wants me to shoot his new film "Wrangler." Cong Shan said proudly.
When Xiang Nan heard this, he clapped his hands and applauded, "Okay, Director Xie Jin is now a top director in the Mainland. It is definitely an honor for you to work with him. Work hard and don't let people down."
"Well, I will definitely do it." Cong Shan nodded, then frowned slightly and said, "But I'm just worried about whether I can perform well."
After all, she was still a first-year student, and she had just started acting. Now that she was asked to be a starring role and work with a top director, she was really unsure.
"Don't worry, you have to trust Director Xie's vision. If you don't have that ability, he will never ask you to act. He is more cautious than you about the work." Xiang Nan reassured, "So you don't have to worry, although
Do what the director asks."
"Yeah." Hearing what he said, Cong Shan nodded, feeling reassured.
…
Xiang Nan stayed with Cong Shan in Yanjing for three days, and then took the opportunity to return to Xiangjiang.
At this time, Wang Jing's "The Young Master" has been completed and is in post-production.
He has always been a fast shooter when making movies. When he was most proud, he released eleven movies in one year.
For example, "The Dragon Crossing the River" was filmed in only nine days.
"Dragon Ninja" directed and starred by Jackie Chan is still in the process of filming, with only half of the filming done.
Xiang Nan was not surprised by this.
Jackie Chan has always had very high standards for his works. When filming "Eagle Project", the investment exceeded 100 million Hong Kong dollars, and the crew traveled to Asia, Africa and Latin America. Just to create the desert scenery, ten tons of sand were specially transported.
"Dragon Ninja" is his turnaround, and of course he doesn't dare to be careless.
Xiang Nan expressed his understanding and was willing to support him.
Because he plans to leave the Hong Kong market vacated by Jackie Chan to fill it after he goes to Hollywood to develop.
Since you want to promote him as a famous star, you must be willing to spend money.
Jackie Chan was naturally very grateful for this.
I worked with Luo Wei before, and Luo Wei is not a generous person. He saves money when he can, and picks things up when he can. Many sets are crude and props are perfunctory, and even Jackie Chan can't stand it. But he wants to invest more, and Luo Wei
But he refused to die.
As a result, the quality of the film is very poor and lacks texture, which naturally makes it difficult for the audience to identify with it.
Now I am so happy to work with a boss who is willing to spend money and respects art.
…
Xiang Nan stayed in Xiangjiang for seven days, mainly accompanying Miao Kexiu and Zheng Wenya.
"Ning Wei, I'm planning to immigrate to Canada, what do you think?" Miao Kexiu asked Xiang Nan.
"Why do you suddenly have this idea?" Xiang Nan was stunned and asked doubtfully.
"Now there is no place for me in the Hong Kong film industry." Miao Kerxiu said sadly, "I filmed a few TV series in Li's, but the response was not very good, so I got discouraged and didn't want to film anymore. My family I have immigrated to Canada before, and I am going there now just to reunite with them."
Xiang Nan nodded.
Miao Kexiu is nearly thirty years old, which means she is neither too old nor too young. She debuted in 1970, and now it is 1981, ten years have passed.
In the eyes of today's young audiences, she is already an artist of the previous generation. Even though she is still young and beautiful, she is not as cute as the newcomers to the audience.
In addition, Miao Kexiu had a deep bond with Bruce Lee, and most of the movies she took on were related to Bruce Lee.
Now, it has been eight years since Bruce Lee passed away. Audiences may miss this superstar, but his box office appeal has inevitably declined.
Just like "Tower of Death", which was hyped under the banner of Bruce Lee's legacy, the box office was less than 2 million Hong Kong dollars. Compared with Xiang Nan's "Police Story", it was an order of magnitude worse.
Bruce Lee is no longer popular, so how popular can the Dragon Girl of the past be?
"Besides, aren't you filming in Hollywood? After I immigrated to Canada, I became closer to you." Miao Kerxiu added, "If you miss me, come and see me. It's more convenient than going back to Xiangjiang."
"Then what are you going to do after you quit the film industry? Do you have enough savings?" Xiang Nan asked with concern.
"I may go back to school to study." Miao Kexiu explained, "You don't have to worry about money. Although I haven't made much money from filming in the past few years, it is enough for me."
Xiang Nan nodded, "Since you have decided, I will no longer try to persuade you. Don't worry, I will definitely come to see you."
"Yeah." Miao Kexiu also nodded.
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Zheng Wenya also quickly became popular with her role as the beautiful girl Salena in "Police Story" and became a popular actress in the Hong Kong film industry. She had countless film roles at one time.
Now she is filming "Gui Ma Zhi Duo Xing" produced by Xinyi City.
This is a comedy film with an exaggerated and funny plot. It tells the story of old man Hu, who tried to use a honey trap to defraud Godfather Capone and others of their money, but was eventually defrauded by private detective Nocturne and detective Robin.
Zheng Wenya plays the role of Old Man Hu's daughter, a charming female con man, which is very similar to her character in "Police Story". She plays the role with ease and ease.
Because she was busy with work, even when Xiang Nan returned to Hong Kong, she could only spend two days with him.
This made her feel very guilty, "Ning Wei, next time you come back, tell me in advance and I will adjust my schedule and accompany you well."
"No, your career is more important now. I don't want you to give up your career because of me. That would make me feel bad." Xiang Nan waved his hand.
As the saying goes, a break is better than a newlywed. If you stay together for too long, you will lose the feeling.
Besides, he could just date Tan Niu.
This woman has been pestering him for almost two years. Out of humanitarianism, he should give some charity, otherwise it would be too cruel.
Zheng Wenya didn't know what he really thought, but she was very happy to hear what he said.
I feel that Xiang Nan is very open-minded, very understanding, and has no macho chauvinism. When he pursues a girl, he just wants her to stay at home, cook, mop the floor, give birth to children, and be his yellow-faced mother-in-law.
"Ning Wei, you are so kind." She said touchedly.
…
Xiang Nan then took Tanniu to rent a yacht and go out to sea. They spent an unforgettable night and finally followed her wish.
Before leaving Hong Kong, Xiang Nan helped Wang select another project - "Eight Generals of a Thousand Men", which tells the story of a period of love and hatred in the gambling world.
Chapter completed!