NABC Chapter 81 The Birth of the Imperial Advisor
Chapter 81 The Birth of the Imperial Advisor
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It was a little after 7 p.m.
After having dinner at the guesthouse, Fang Yi drove Teacher Tian Zhuangzhuang back to the Xiaoxitian family dormitory building and then drove home.
The neon lights of the capital city shone brightly at night. Fang Yi slowed down, recalling Zhang Yimou's speech ideas about the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games that afternoon.
Standing on the podium, Zhang Yimou resembled a simple farmer, using the most unpretentious words to eloquently express his creative ideas.
Civilization and Harmony
His speeches and proposals emphasized the modern expression and global communication of Chinese culture.
First: A visual feast and a grand narrative.
Using the theme of "Chinese scroll painting" throughout the opening ceremony performance, the event showcased the fluidity of Chinese history and the depth of its civilization through a combination of giant LED scrolls, group performances, and high-tech light and shadow.
Second: The philosophical core of the unity of man and nature.
With the theme of "harmony" in traditional Chinese philosophy, it highlights the harmony between humanity and nature, and between humanity and society.
For example, it incorporates elements such as the Four Great Inventions and the Silk Road, but focuses on presenting them in a poetic way rather than directly recreating history.
Third: Combining technological innovation with human-centered design.
It deeply integrates cutting-edge technologies such as LEDs, lighting effects, and wire work with human performances, emphasizing that technology serves emotions.
Fourth: The suspense design of the lighting ceremony.
The phoenix rising from the ashes is an extremely romantic and bold concept, combining symbolic meaning with visual spectacle.
Fifth: The warmth of ordinary people's participation
The opening ceremony needed to be grand in scale, but Zhang Yimou deliberately incorporated elements of ordinary people into the plan, wanting to embody the "People's Olympics" and make the ceremony not only solemn but also emotionally resonant.
The five core creative elements, along with its romantic, impactful, innovative, and humanistic approach, impressed the judging panel and earned it the second-highest score.
The team that scored the highest was Li An's team.
Finally, Zhang Yimou solemnly apologized to everyone for the 8-minute blunder during the closing ceremony of the 2004 Athens Olympics.
At that moment, thunderous applause filled the conference room.
Everyone applauded his speech and was incredibly amazed and satisfied with the ideas he presented.
Fang Yi clapped excitedly, just like a newcomer to the directing industry, his expression full of excitement, once again feeling as if he were witnessing a famous scene firsthand.
Two iconic moments on the same day.
The stark contrast between the high and low figures is truly striking and leaves one with a sense of melancholy.
Both being renowned Chinese directors, Chen Kaige suffered a major embarrassment today, being thoroughly humiliated by Zhang Yimou in front of everyone.
When the meeting ended, Fang Yi noticed that Old Chen's face looked unusually grim. The leader had just left when Old Chen followed him out.
It felt as if someone was chasing him from behind, burning Old Chen's buttocks with fire.
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After returning home, Fang Yi took a shower and called Liu Yifei.
"Hey, Sisi."
Was the movie good?
"It's good. The love story in the drama is really touching. I saw many people's eyes well up with tears."
On the other end of the phone, Liu Yifei looked pleased, still caught up in the love story from the movie.
A love story spanning a thousand years, even a beautiful girl can't resist it.
Fang Yi chuckled, then said cryptically, "Jackie Chan is almost 50, dating a girl in her early twenties. Don't you think it's like an old cow eating young grass?"
"Shut up, don't say it."
Liu Yifei quickly interrupted him and asked him what he was doing in Huairou today.
Ding, the housekeeper is activated.
"I went to the Olympic Organizing Committee with my teacher to broaden my horizons."
Fang Yi made a comment but didn't say anything more.
Upon hearing that it was serious business, Liu Yifei hummed in agreement twice and asked gossipily, "Senior, who won the election for chief director?"
"It's a secret, I can't tell!"
"Fine, don't tell me then, I'm going to take a shower."
The young girl was unhappy and turned to go to the bathroom, brooding over the phrase "old cow eating young grass" and annoyed that he had shattered her romantic fantasies.
hang up the phone.
Fang Yi went to the computer desk and turned on the laptop that was not connected to the internet.
The folder contained more than 20 untitled scripts, arranged by numbers.
He opened one of the documents, read and reviewed it carefully, and then began creating something new.
As for directing "The Forbidden Kingdom," all I can say is that I'll give it my best shot; whether it succeeds or not is anyone's guess.
He needs to plan ahead and prepare a new script to take over from "Taken".
This time, he plans to write a story featuring a strong female lead.
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The next day.
The last day of the National Day holiday.
Fang Yi called on all the employees of Yi Dong Ren Xin and invited them to have a good meal near the community.
Inside the restaurant's private room, about a dozen people sat around a rotating round table, eating, chatting, and laughing.
Lin Yi and Chen Zhixi sat on either side of Fang Yi, like two great female generals.
Seeing that he didn't say anything, Director Lin suggested that everyone toast the boss.
"Everyone, Mr. Fong is about to return to Hong Kong Island to film a movie. Let's raise a glass to him and wish 'Taken' a successful wrap-up and a box office hit."
"Wishing Mr. Fang all the best and a successful wrap-up!"
"A box office smash!"
Everyone cheered and raised their glasses to congratulate the boss.
Fang Yi chuckled and glanced at Director Lin. He had no choice but to stand up, say a few polite words, and offer everyone a glass of beer in return.
After the meal, the employees went home.
He called out to Chen Zhixi and Director Lin, and gave each of them a task.
"Zhixi, fly to Hong Kong Island a few days later. The studio has found two TV series that are currently in the planning stages. Could you represent the studio and see if you can secure the investment?"
"No problem, boss."
Upon hearing that there was work to be done, Chen Zhixi became interested, and a blush of wine appeared on her fair face.
Instead of asking which two dramas, she asked in a low voice, "Are there any restrictions on the investment amount?"
"The investment is small; it's just a trial run for the studio."
Fang Yi took two documents from the car and gave Chen Zhixi information about "My Own Swordsman" and "Struggle".
He then handed another document to Lin Yi and said with a smile, "Here... Director Lin, this is your new assignment."
"What?"
Lin Yi looks young and beautiful, but she has a lot of tricks up her sleeve. She just tricked others into drinking, while she only drank one beer herself.
She took the document, casually flipped through it, and her eyes widened in shock.
The information about the three women on the document made her feel uneasy.
Finished!
My position as director is unstable and I'm about to be overthrown.
Fang Yi stepped forward, pointed to the document, and said, "First, find someone familiar with them to understand the situation, then arrange to meet them in my name to have a chat. I'll make a final decision when I return to the capital."
"clear!"
Lin Yi nodded subconsciously, looking puzzled: "Boss, what if all three of them are willing to join?"
"If everyone comes, there won't be enough seats!"
Fang Yi chuckled, flicked her forehead, and said irritably, "Why are you thinking so much? No one can touch your position. You'll always be the charismatic Director Lin."
"Boss, that's not what I meant."
Lin Yi covered her forehead where she had been attacked, feeling extremely ashamed and indignant, her face turning as red as Chen Zhixi's.
She stomped her foot and muttered, "I, Lin, am a magnanimous person and would never bully those within my own ranks."
In my heart: I'm just a wage earner here, who's afraid of who!
Fang Yi glanced at her chest and curled his lip in disdain.
You should practice chest expansion exercises more.
Lin Yi didn't notice his gaze, put away the documents, and remembered another important matter.
"Boss, that 500 million can't be transferred to your personal account. You'll have to pay taxes if you do."
What's your opinion?
"My suggestion is to register an investment company that will be specifically responsible for businesses that are not closely related to film and television."
Lin Yi was quick-witted and had already come up with a solution, using a modifier to replace "buying stocks" with a fresh term.
Fang Yi thought for a few seconds and nodded: "Okay, I'll leave it to you. The studio hasn't been doing anything lately, so let them run around and familiarize themselves with the relevant departments in advance."
"Understood, boss, just you wait and see."
Lin Yi's shame and indignation came quickly but also went away just as fast. With a smile as bright as a flower, she accepted the heavy responsibility without saying a word.