"Yakushiji Ryoko's Book of Strange Events" is essentially a satirical drama with a surreal style, Tanaka Okami's style is a bit mismatched with the mainstream Japanese style, but this is probably the reason why he is popular, everyone has seen too many mainstream style things, and Japanese writers who are beyond the Japanese style are naturally more favored.

Of course, this is a big deal, all in all, this surreal style of directors is obviously beyond the average of Japanese directors, who have always been used to petty fights, and are usually used to using animation and manga to express things that they are not good at, so in this person's film, this shortcoming is obvious.

Shen Zhenghui didn't realize that he was making up for this shortcoming for the Japanese, Tanaka's works obviously took a lot of effort to shoot well, not to mention anything else, just the monsters that shuttle freely in the stones in "Magic Sky Tower", the gargoyle-like creatures in "Sleepless in Tokyo", this is not easy to get right, if the budget is not enough and the production is poor, the film will easily degenerate to the level of a bad movie, but even if you make it seriously, if the actors' performances and photography styles can't keep up, Even if the monster system is good, it is also a reserve for bad movies. This kind of surrealism, but the theme is a work of the characters of the table, which is indeed very difficult to shoot, which is probably why Tanaka's works are very popular as light novel anime, but almost none are made into live-action films, this is because it is technically difficult to turn Tanaka's imagination into a realistic live-action film, and it is very easy to fail.

Japanese animation skills have allowed them to put so much effort into live-action films. So fundamentally, the difference between Japanese movies and Japanese TV dramas is not too big. Just exclude those particularly good directors, because especially good directors are paranoid people and will not be satisfied with the current level.

Shen Zhenghui first carried out the revision of the script, so far, Tanaka Okami has only published three single books of "Yakushi Temple Ryoko Incident Book", these three books for Shen Zhenghui to read, it only takes about an hour to read, so it is impossible for him to shoot the three single books out of the top, middle and bottom or one, two, three, he must string together the stories that have come out as a whole, and at the same time keep an interface. In order to facilitate the docking of the pit that Tanaka Okami may continue to dig in the future. It wasn't an easy job, but his work was assisted by Tanaka Okami himself, and after more than two months of docking, the two came up with a first draft of a script. Not surprisingly. Tanaka himself had a good rest for the two months - and he himself was willing to make a cameo in the film. I will sign it at the coffee shop, and then write a sentence in passing - "The deadline has been postponed".

In the meantime, other departments such as artists and props have taken action. Shen Zhenghui even set up a comic team to draw various characters and sub-scenes for his new film, they designed the characters and shapes according to the first draft of the script, and a large number of roles were assigned to Queens, including Ryoko Yakushiji's beautiful maid and a cute subordinate, Jennis also got a number of roles, although not the protagonist, but also a supporting role with a heavy role, as for the other roles, for Kasuga, who is also mixed in the TV drama circle, it is not a problem at all.

The feedback on the male role and important supporting actress that Shen Zhenghui was most worried about soon came back, and Zhang Guorong readily agreed to Shen Zhenghui's invitation and accepted the role. It is said that he himself is very depressed, and he probably wants to take advantage of this job to go to Japan to relax.

Gong Li's promise was even more refreshing, although she had just finished filming "Zhou Yu's Train", probably remembering Shen Zhenghui's original promise, Gong Li actually remembered me so quickly as the opening remarks. When Shen Zhenghui explained the invitation to her and her role, the other party agreed without saying a word, and agreed so readily that Shen Zhenghui wondered if it was the first time he met her last time.

"This, because it's a Japanese movie, the protagonist must be Japanese, but your role is also very heavy."

"Okay, I see, understood." The other party's answer was very succinct.

"In this story, Yukiko Muromachi is an old-fashioned, well-behaved and somewhat restrained woman, but very enterprising and responsible, she has a very complicated relationship with the heroine, like an enemy, and like a friend, a bit like Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang In fact, I really hope that you will decide whether to take this role after reading the novel storybook, I will do my best to send you the translated script and the original novel, I hope you don't spread it."

"Don't be so troublesome," Gong Li replied on the phone, "I'll come to Tokyo," she asked casually, "I heard that the actor is Zhang Guorong?" ”

"Yes, I was very surprised that he was able to accept this role," Shen Zhenghui replied, "We all contacted him with the intention of trying it out, and there are really too few Japanese actors who can have this kind of acting skills and appearance." But you don't have to worry too much, my side may also have to start the New Year! ”

"It's okay," Gong Li replied, "I'm also looking forward to working with him again, and it's such a commercial theme." ”

Putting down the phone, Shen Zhenghui himself felt incredible that he talked about the actor in such a smooth way, and when he was groping his chin to think, Natsumi Horiguchi knocked on the door and walked in.

"What's the matter?" Shen Zhenghui asked.

"President Fukuda wants you to prepare for tomorrow's interview." Natsumi Horiguchi handed over a copy of the text.

Shen Zhenghui took it, a little puzzled, "What else do you need to prepare?" Isn't it already set? ”

"The president's meaning is to let Michiko Yoshise and Miss Tomoaki Aonuma participate in the interview, so that it can also put a little pressure on the others, and they will give in on the salary." Nazumi Horiguchi even smiled.

"Just a little salary, compared to the investment in the whole film, it's nothing at all, and for Japan, actresses are not expensive at all." Although he said this verbally, Shen Zhenghui still accepted Mitsumi Fukuda's arrangement, and he asked Nazumi Horiguchi, "Have you already spoken to Michiko Yoshise and Tomoaki Aonuma?" ”

"I've been notified a long time ago. Ask them to prepare. Nazumi Horiguchi replied, and then she asked with some caution, "President Shen, do you think I can do it?" ”

Shen Zhenghui felt like a joke when he heard it, "Aren't you ready to continue the promising career of being a secretary?" ”

"But everyone is saying that this film can enter Hollywood this time." Nazumi Horiguchi exclaimed, "Enter Hollywood!" ”

Shen Zhenghui rolled his eyes, "With such a Japanese-themed work, let's think more about the Japanese box office." He pouted, "Did the crew of "Black Fist 2" report when they would be able to come back?" ”

"It is said that the shooting will be completed in January." Nazumi Horiguchi reported.

Shen Zhenghui calculated the time and nodded. I just picked it up. So he sent Nazumi Horiguchi, who still had the heart to inquire more about certain things, away.

After another moment. Mitsumi Fukuda knocked on the door and walked in.

"Are you ready?" Mitsumi Fukuda asked.

"What? It's just an interview for an actor. Shen Zhenghui spread out his hand, "I actually think Fujiwara Norika is the most suitable." ”

"Don't say that until the interview is over tomorrow." Mitsumi Fukuda replied seriously, "Maybe Tomoeaki and Michiko can give us a special surprise!" Actually, Tianhai also thinks it's good, you don't have to choose a female star who is famous for being sexy. ”

"Alright. I know. I'll talk to you. Shen Zhenghui sighed. Originally, I didn't think it was necessary to waste such time, but now it seems that even if it is decided. Sometimes you still have to go through the process. ”

"Yes, otherwise it wouldn't be democratic enough," Mitsumi Fukuda pouted, "and the scandal of your unspoken rules will also spread." ”

"Isn't it......"

"What do you think is going on with Tomoaki Aonuma's news?" Mitsumi Fukuda blinked, "Don't think that they are right just because of a weak heart, the person who writes the article is just chasing after the wind, and if you ask them to come up with evidence, they don't have strong evidence." ”

Shen Zhenghui coughed.

"If you are photographed with her, as long as you don't have sex, you can deny it." Mitsumi Fukuda continued to snort, "Japan is a country that will be proof. ”

"Really? I think the entertainment industry is similar everywhere, right? Shen Zhenghui shrugged his shoulders.

"Okay," Mitsumi Fukuda spread out her hands, "then you prepare well, and don't eat too much hot stuff tonight?" ”

"What?"

"It won't look good if you get a nosebleed on the spot tomorrow."

"Huh?"

The next day, when he arrived at the interview venue, Shen Zhenghui understood what Mitsumi Fukuda meant.

The interview process was arranged by Mitsumi Fukuda, and she sent invitations to the suitable female stars selected by the newspaper, so Fujiwara Norika, Nanako Matsushima, Takako Matsu, Yuki Amami, Tomoaki Aonuma and Michiko Yoshise all appeared at the scene of the interview, Shen Zhenghui was not good at facing Tomoaki Aonuma, so he stayed in the office of the interview in a daze. Mitsumi Fukuda was wandering outside, saying hello to several female stars, chatting with them by the way, the agent next to her was either intriguing, or couldn't help but get in front of the relationship, but everyone is a well-known female star, and there are reporters and staff members, so naturally they are okay on the surface.

Smart people already know that they are here to accompany the selection, such as Yuki Amami, but her popularity has risen after she starred in "The Queen's Classroom" invested by Kasuga, and many roles similar to the queen have invited her to play, so she has a very relaxed mentality.

After Mitsumi Fukuda spoke to everyone, she entered the interview office, Shen Zhenghui, Mitsumi Fukuda and Ayaka Kuroishi formed the judging team, and Zhang Guorong also appeared in the office, sitting alone, and the three of them would also pay attention to and refer to his opinions.

Nazumi Horiguchi organized the draw for the female star interviews, Yuki Amami first, Takako Matsu second, Tomoaki Aonuma and Michiko Yoshise third and fourth, Norika Fujiwara and Nanako Matsushima fifth and sixth.

The female stars were taken to the locker room, and each of them was presented with a professional suit that Ryoko would wear in the drama Pharmacist Temple, women's upper body formal wear and short skirts that hugged their hips, and the female stars had to show their long legs while wearing slender high heels.

Every female star present is dressed up, and even if she is an escort, she will not treat her outfit perfunctorily, so when the first interviewer, Yuki Amami, walked into the office, Shen Zhenghui himself subconsciously took a breath.

Zhang Guorong's eyes on the side also blinked.

Shen Zhenghui suddenly felt that he thought that it should be a prejudice that Tianhai Yuxi was almost in appearance based on his impression.

Mitsumi Fukuda coughed, "Miss Amami," she said, "can you do a few kicks and then perform a few scenes?" ”

Kicking in a hip-hugging skirt? Shen Zhenghui couldn't help but think of a lyric: I don't care if the picture is too beautiful.

"Okay!" Yuki Amami didn't hesitate to give it a try, although she was wearing high heels, and her skills were quite athletic.

Then she performed the scene in the script into the air, and I have to say that the Queen of the Sky Sea is still very imposing when she says mean things. Shen Zhenghui couldn't help but nodded.

"So how many steps can you run?"

"Huh? Wearing high heels? ”

"There's such a scene, isn't it? Of course, if it is difficult to shoot, we will also find a way. ”

So Yuki Amami had to work hard to perform running in high heels, and although she worked hard, the real table was still a little inflexible.

So President Fukuda, the representative of the judging team, said: Thank you for your watch, we will contact you if there is news, this set of clothes and shoes will be given to you, I hope you like it.

The Queen of the Sea smiled and withdrew.

"What do you think?" Mitsumi Fukuda asked Shen Zhenghui.

"Very good, I want to see more." Shen Zhenghui lowered his head and looked at Wen Jiàn on the table, then he turned his head and looked at Zhang Guorong on the side, "What does Mr. Zhang think?" ”

"Feeling...... Some of them are too much like stage plays, a bit exaggerated. Zhang Guorong thought for a while and replied, "This is my personal opinion, I don't know too much about what style the director needs." ”

Shen Zhenghui looked at Mitsumi Fukuda again.

"I don't think she's open enough when it comes to sexy appearance," Mitsumi Fukuda said with her opinion, "She's not used to this kind of role after all, although the queen's momentum has come, but that kind of affection for Junichiro Izumida doesn't come out, that is, she is not sexy enough." ”

Shen Zhenghui touched his nose.

Ayaka Kuroishi didn't speak, and wrote something to herself.

"Let's be next, then." Shen Zhenghui said, anyway, there is a video of the interview, and you can watch the video discussion slowly when you go back. (To be continued......)