Chapter 211 Do you dare to try a new type?

“Try to write a new script?”

Wang Yang and Ling Zifeng also fell into deep thought at this time.

The new script was indeed an idea, but the two had no idea whether it would work.

"Actually, I'm not opposed to writing a new script. If it's a national treasure, I think I can give it a try."

Ling Zifeng hesitated for a moment, then said to Li Changhe: "The main reason is that I think this type of story is very new, and the filmed version will be different from previous movies."

"In fact, domestic films are currently facing this problem, that is, the source material is too old."

"I see that cinemas are particularly popular this year, with many people lining up to get into the cinemas to watch movies. In fact, it is mainly because many 'banned films' have been released."

Tian Zhuangzhuang said seriously at this time.

Since last year, the country has corrected many films that were designated as "banned films" in previous years to films that can be watched, so many "banned films" have been able to be shown in theaters.

The chain reaction brought about by this is that it has stimulated the public's enthusiasm for watching movies. The cinemas are almost always full and the public's enthusiasm for watching movies is high.

That is why the state issued a notice to open all internal cinemas of all units, as well as all platforms and theaters that can broadcast movies, to meet the public's enthusiasm for watching movies.

In 1979, the average number of moviegoing times by audiences nationwide reached 28 times, and the national audience reached a record of 293 billion moviegoing times. Even in the next years, this record was not broken.

It was precisely under this enthusiasm for watching movies that provinces set up their own film studios and local film studios regained their vitality.

It can be said that judging from the situation this year, the film industry has entered a golden period, which is one of the reasons why Wang Yang wants to strengthen the studio's voice.

"Uncle Ling thinks that Li Changhe's story is new because it is different from previous revolutionary films. It is more story-oriented and is a new type of feature film."

"Zhuangzhuang, have you also watched National Treasure?"

Wang Yang asked Chongtian Zhuangzhuang in surprise.

Tian Zhuangzhuang smiled, then pointed at Li Changhe and said, "I have read all his novels."

Li Changhe said thoughtfully at this moment: "Actually, I think what Lao Tian said is right."

"A big problem in the current film market is that the styles of the films we shot in the past few years were too monotonous."

"Tunnel Warfare and Land Mine Warfare are indeed excellent works, but after watching them for decades, everyone is tired of them."

"The popularity of The Letter is certainly due to other factors, but the essence is that it fits the current hot topic of life, that is, the college entrance examination!"

“And that brings a new attraction to the audience, which is novelty.”

"When they watch movies, they are no longer watching stories from past eras, but stories happening around them."

"Like later on, it was revealed that someone's notification letter was destroyed and their place was taken, which made the audience feel more involved."

"empathy?"

Ling Zifeng was a little surprised when he heard the words Li Changhe said.

"Yes, immersion is how I describe the state of reading. When I see the story for the first time, I can empathize with it. I think the identity, environment, and life experience of the protagonist in the story are the same as my own. Then I can personally put myself in the perspective of the protagonist and empathize with him."

"This is indeed a good description. A good movie should make the audience feel the same way."

Ling Zifeng said in agreement.

At this time, Tian Zhuangzhuang also fell into deep thought.

Li Changhe continued: "In addition, I think another characteristic of the film is its novelty."

"The release of Manhunt last year triggered a wave of movie-watching enthusiasm, essentially because Manhunt showed the audience a new scene that is very different from our current social landscape."

"This sense of novelty is also one of the driving forces for audiences to watch movies."

"But we can't go abroad to shoot. We can't give you that sense of novelty."

Wang Yang shook his head decisively.

“The scene is just one type of novelty, but it’s not the only one.”

"Things like story themes and film scenes can bring a sense of novelty."

"For example, Director Ling thinks that National Treasure is innovative, which is actually the novelty of the story theme."

"Before this, everyone was making revolutionary battle films. There were very few films like this one that were about protecting treasures. It could even be said that there were none."

"In this way, people will naturally be motivated to watch the movie because it is new and interesting."

"The more viewers there are, the more copies China Film will sell. Isn't that why the film is so popular?"

Li Changhe analyzed with a smile.

The few people present fell into deep thought.

Indeed, judging from Li Changhe’s analysis, the people’s movie-watching psychology is really like this.

In the past, when they made movies, they considered integrity, the emotions of the story, and the elements of presentation, but rarely considered the needs of the masses.

"Come on, Director Wang, Director Ling, have some tea!"

At this time, Zhu Lin brought the brewed tea to Wang Yang and the others.

“This teacup is really beautiful.”

Chen Kaige said in admiration, "This is a fine tea set made in Jingdezhen, for export."

Wang Yang knew because he had seen it at a certain important person's house.

"But classmate Changhe, I used to have some concerns about you, but after hearing what you said, I think you can really write a good book."

"Why don't we take this opportunity to discuss it together and see what kind of movie we should make next?"

"Just speak up, don't be afraid. I'll take responsibility if anything goes wrong."

Wang Yang did not pay too much attention to the teacup, but continued to speak to Li Changhe in a heroic manner.

Li Changhe started thinking there.

If he remembered correctly, there seemed to be a movie called "Shaolin Temple" in the past two years, which was super popular and the box office exceeded 100 million.

Jet Li made his debut with this movie and later became a kung fu superstar.

However, it is probably too late to write "Shaolin Temple" now, as this kind of ancient costume drama is difficult to shoot.

However, "Shaolin Temple" did provide him with some ideas. Although "Shaolin Temple" could not be filmed, the elements inside it could be used as reference.

"When I was in Hong Kong Island, I saw a new type of film emerging in their film market, called Kung Fu films."

"A Kung Fu movie?"

"Yes, to put it bluntly, it's all about fighting. It was popularized by a movie star named Bruce Lee. It's said that there's a Kung Fu craze in the United States, and foreigners like to watch it."

"You mean, movies that showcase martial arts?"

Ling Zifeng asked curiously at this time.

Li Changhe nodded: "Yes, but it's not a martial arts performance, it's a real killing skill."

"It's like what Sun Lutang, Li Shuwen, Huo Yuanjia and others practiced during the Republic of China. They called it national martial arts."

"Of course, theirs are purely commercial films with average storylines, but I think we can borrow this element."

"How do you borrow it?"

Wang Yang became interested at this moment and asked curiously.

Li Changhe continued to think at this time.

He was wondering what kind of movie would be suitable for this era.

After recalling what he had seen in his previous life, Li Changhe had an idea in his mind.

"I have a simple story direction now. I'll tell you and you can listen to it."

"This story starts with the Vietnam War. It was inspired by some stories about scouts told by one of my elders."

"On the battlefield in southern Xinjiang, a team of scouts was carrying out a special mission. After the mission was successful, they retreated and were caught by Annan's scout team. The two sides eventually fought a decisive battle in the deep mountains and jungles of southern Xinjiang, and both suffered heavy casualties."

“And my idea for the story starts with Annan’s scouts entering the jungle.”

"We can set up a scenario where a group of villagers live in the deep mountains of Annan. Among them are a grandfather and a grandson. The grandfather is a kung fu master and was the captain of the armed work team in the anti-Japanese battlefield. Later, because he couldn't stand the chaos in the past few years, he took his grandson to live in seclusion in the mountains."

"This village was originally located deep in the mountains, like a paradise, but it was discovered by Annan's scouts. In order to prevent their whereabouts from being leaked, these people killed people and committed a bloody crime."

"The grandfather and grandson lived on the mountain. By the time they heard the gunshots coming down the mountain, it was too late!"

"The old man is old and weak, and can no longer chase them, so he sent his grandson, the protagonist of our story, to chase these scouts and make them pay with blood."

"This is the main plot of our story, which is mainly about the jungle chase, and then in the middle of it, we insert the conflict plot between the two sides."

“For example, the protagonist is as agile as a monkey in the jungle, and as cunning as a hunter, setting traps and defeating the enemies one by one.”

"Then the other side had a scout who was also an expert. He avoided all the traps set by the protagonist. In the end, the two of them ended the fight with a Kung Fu duel, and the protagonist killed the opponent."

"Of course, the ending of the story can elevate the main plot by having the protagonist join the army and eventually become the best gunsmith in the jungles of southern Xinjiang."

"Just like Zhang Taofang on the battlefield in South Korea."

Li Changhe slowly told the story in outline.

The idea behind this film actually borrowed from the plot of the first film in the future popular "Wolf Warrior" series.

Compared to the box office record-breaking "Wolf Warrior 2", Li Changhe prefers the plot of Wolf Warrior 1.

And Li Changhe just happened to suggest to Liu Mantang that he upgrade his scouts. He thought that this movie could be used to showcase Liu Mantang's image.

After listening to this, Tian Zhuangzhuang said thoughtfully
“This story sounds interesting, but I feel like the film doesn’t have much depth.”

"This kind of film doesn't emphasize depth. It presents a completely new type of feature film to the audience."

"Just like our Tunnel Warfare and Mine Warfare, they don't actually have much depth, but when they were first made, the people loved watching them."

"You're right. Movies come in many different forms. They can't always be the same."

"This movie sounds very interesting to me. A jungle chase and then becoming a gun master. Just thinking about it makes my blood boil."

"Old Ling, how about it, do you dare to try a new type?"

Wang Yang asked Ling Zifeng seriously.

(Second update, I guess I should be on the highway now!)
(End of this chapter)