Director’s Legend

"Time" came very quickly, and the interview team came the next day. In fact, there was only one reporter and two photographers. This reporter is a bit of an official business, and he doesn't like to joke. Perhaps this is the confidence of international magazines. Of course, Shao Shuaijun also doesn't like to smile brightly with unfamiliar people, it's best to do this.

"Then Mr. Shao Shuaijun, shall we start the interview?" The reporter named Richard, with gold-rimmed eyes, took out the interview manuscript, and read it according to the above, "What made you take the direction of the director? ?"

Shao Shuaijun is a little uncomfortable. Although he doesn't like the jokes and jokes of ordinary reporters, but this kind of rigid atmosphere does not seem to be much better than people.

After clearing his throat and sorting out his thoughts, Shao Shuaijun said: "Dream. I always have strange fantasies. Fantasy that is impossible to achieve in reality appears real only when dreaming. But you don’t have dreams. It may last for a long time, and I may never remember it when I wake up, so I embarked on the path of directing and presented my fantasy in the form of a movie for a long time."

Richard held the tape recorder in one hand and wrote something on the paper in the other. After waiting for a few seconds, he asked: "Your first film is "Painted Skin". Many people have studied your series of films and they all say "Buried" The theme is the most profound. In the next few movies, there will be no profound themes. What do you think?"

"Some people have indeed said that to me, but I am not interested in studying films that are too esoteric for the time being. "Buried alive" should consume all of my profoundness. Make some interesting films and do commercial discussions. I am very satisfied. Up."

"Are there any frustrations and pains along the way of the director? Will there be more reflection, for you?"

"There are too many insights. I think in the eyes of others, I am a lucky guy. I have had a successful career at a young age. In fact, I have also experienced a lot of blows. That said. I can only say that persistence is important to everyone. No matter when you persist. Whether you fall or are injured, it is a rare experience that will help you in your future life. "

After Shao Shuaijun finished speaking, he smiled. No one can understand what he meant literally. And deep meaning. It's like no one knows. He has experienced another decade of life. A life of suffering.

Richard nodded, recorded a few more words on the paper, and then asked: "What kind of beliefs made you stick to it?"

"...I don't know. Perhaps the love of movies, I have come all the way." Shao Shuaijun pondered for a while, as if he had thought of a lot, and he seemed to have thought of nothing, and gave an ambiguous answer.

Richard did not care whether Shao Shuaijun was perfunctory or perfunctory, and continued to ask: "You are twenty years old this year, and you have your current brilliance. You have started your own company and made many blockbuster movies. So for the entertainment industry, China What do you think of this, the United States, the world?"

"From a family perspective, let’s talk a little bit. I think the era of entertainment integration is coming soon. Movies should not be restricted by geographical limitations. Hollywood in the United States has many movies that win hundreds of millions of dollars in the box office every year and make a lot of money. But also. Some issues are worthy of attention. Production costs are getting higher and higher, publicity costs are getting bigger, and small investments are getting less and less attention. Whether a film loses money will determine the fate of many people. I think this is unreasonable."

"Can you talk specifically about it?"

"In the case of special effects companies, there are more than 200 in Hollywood, and there are more people involved. However, the long cycle and high cost of special effects work make it impossible for special effects companies to streamline operations. In order to compete, it often costs. Participating in special effects production for a few months, but still has to lower their prices so as not to be robbed by their peers. Moreover, many large productions pay more attention to publicity and deduct the cost of special effects production, which forces special effects companies to reduce costs to accept the work. In the long run, the survival of special effects companies will be very difficult. I think there should be a breakthrough in this situation."

"If it were you, how would you respond?"

"Industry transfer. Many teams and companies with insufficient competitiveness should seek development abroad more. It is better to use special effects to illustrate that some Chinese film industries are booming, and more and more movies are beginning to involve special effects production. But The technical level of our special effects production company is still very low. Those teams with technology do not have to lower their prices in order to grab business. They can go to China. We lack technology, you have technology, your cost is high, and our cost is low. Will complementary advantages result in better chemical reactions?"

"This is a good suggestion." Richard was cold-spirited in German, maybe he didn't think it was a good idea, and soon changed the subject. "Can you tell me how you reached a balance between being an elite company and being a director? Is it?"

"I have no balance. I am only responsible for making movies. The company has dedicated people to manage. I am very fortunate that I can meet a group of like-minded people and work together for the company."

"We know that your Dream Chasing Entertainment Group already owns a listed subsidiary Chasing Dream Golden Harvest, as well as a North American film company, Peak Entertainment. And you personally have a company that has attracted much attention, Twilight Entertainment. Viewing the development of your company, what is the secret of being able to have the scale it is today?"

"Look at your goal and work hard for it. The road is ahead."

"Don't you think this is a manifestation of the American Dream? You received the biggest applause in the United States?"

"No, I think this is a manifestation of the Chinese dream, and I have more applause in China."

Richard shrugged: "Then, one last question, what do you think of Director Zhang Yimou?"

"Director Zhang Yimou is a great person and a great director. He has brought a lot to Chinese movies, and it can influence an era." Whether you approve of it or not, Zhang Yimou’s "Alive", "Red Sorghum" and "Autumn "The Chrysanthemum Lawsuit" and other works show the world a China that is struggling, and it is not an exaggeration to say that it is great.

"For a very good person who compares you with Director Zhang Yimou, how do you think, who is better than Director Zhang Yimou?"

Shao Shuaijun smiled, tilted his head to think, and said: "I think I am higher than him in commercial achievements, and I am inferior to him in artistic achievements. The directors of their generation have explored a way for Chinese films. They are giants, and I stand On the shoulders of giants..."

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"Thank you Mr. Shao for your cooperation."

After the interview was over, another set of photos was taken, and the interview team left.

Two days later, the latest issue of Time Magazine's Asian edition was freshly published. On the cover, Shao Shuaijun smiled confidently and a commentary in the lower right corner.

"Shao Shuaijun, and his young movie kingdom." (To be continued, please search Piaotian Literature, the novel is better and updated faster!