Liu Tianwang's Recommended Role

Chapter 95 Liu Tianwang's Recommended Role

Jiang Feng's words surprised everyone present.

Everyone looked at him in surprise, their gazes complex.

In their view, this newcomer from the mainland was really ungrateful.

It's worth noting that director Mai Zhaohui was one of the screenwriters for this film.

Another screenwriter, Chong Keung-man, is also a well-known screenwriter in Hong Kong.

Even before filming began, Liu Weiqiang, Mai Zhaohui, and Zhuang Qiangwen had already held several script discussion meetings.

Andy Lau and Tony Leung have also offered some advice.

It took so many experts to refine the script repeatedly before we got the script we have today.

Even Zeng Zhiwei, who is also a screenwriter, dared not say that there was a problem with the script.

How dare Jiang Feng, a newcomer actor from the mainland, say such a thing?

Some people who are prejudiced against mainland actors couldn't help but gloat, waiting to see Jiang Feng make a fool of himself.

In their view, Jiang Feng was "doomed" this time and would definitely be scolded by Liu Weiqiang.

Even Chen Guanxi thought so.

Yes, this guy never left.

He waited all this time just to see Jiang Feng get scolded.

Heaven rewards those who persevere; now he has finally gotten what he's been waiting for.

However, what they didn't know was that Jiang Feng had already suggested revisions to the script during the audition.

Liu Weiqiang and Mai Zhaohui both admire his screenwriting talent.

So when Liu Weiqiang heard Jiang Feng's words, he wasn't angry at all. Instead, he humbly asked, "Is there a problem with the script? Jiang Feng, can you be more specific?"

Upon hearing this, everyone in the crew was stunned.

They never expected it to turn out this way.

What's going on?

Instead of being angry, the director started asking Jiang Feng for advice.

Did I mishear, or is the director out of his mind?

Liu Dehua, Zeng Zhiwei, and Huang Chusheng also looked at Jiang Feng with curiosity, wanting to hear what insightful opinions he had.

Jiang Feng explained his thoughts.

"I think playing chess is too refined and doesn't fit the tense atmosphere. Besides, Han Chen is a gang leader. Would someone like him play chess? It doesn't suit his status."

Liu Weiqiang and Mai Zhaohui once again experienced that sudden enlightenment they had felt during the audition.

Yup!

Why didn't I think of that?

They had previously focused solely on using chess as a metaphor for the struggle between good and evil, completely ignoring the plausibility of this plot.

Now, after hearing Jiang Feng's explanation, I suddenly understood.

Liu Dehua, Zeng Zhiwei, Huang Chusheng, and others nodded frequently.

Even the staff who were waiting to see Jiang Feng make a fool of himself had to admit they admired him.

"Jiang Feng, you're right."

Liu Weiqiang asked, "If we're not going to play chess, what do you think would be a more suitable alternative?"

Jiang Feng thought for a moment and said, "How about we change it to having Han Chen eat, get provoked by Inspector Wong, and angrily overturn the table, just like Crow in your 'Young and Dangerous' movies?"

As he said this, he glanced at the table in front of him.

"Uh, this table is too big, it seems like we can't overturn it. Let Han Chen sweep all the food off the table then."

Liu Weiqiang pondered for a moment, then looked at Mai Zhaohui and Zeng Zhiwei.

What do you think?

Mai Zhaohui smiled and said, "I think Jiang Feng's idea is good."

Zeng Zhiwei also said, "His idea is good, so let's go with his idea."

"OK, let's do it again as Jiang Feng said."

Liu Weiqiang asked his assistant to buy some boxed lunches.

Filming resumed.

Zeng Zhiwei ate his boxed lunch while reciting his lines to Huang Chusheng.

Huang Chusheng's words enraged him.

Zeng Zhiwei's face darkened. He angrily threw down his chopsticks and transformed into a table-cleaning master, sweeping all the boxed lunches off the table with his arm.

"Click, OK, this one's passed!"

Liu Weiqiang watched the playback on the monitor, becoming more and more satisfied.

After Jiang Feng's changes, the effect was indeed much better, the whole scene flowed much more smoothly, and it also highlighted Han Chen's character.

He told his assistant, "Have the finance department send Jiang Feng a red envelope as a reward."

Chen Guanxi and the others all cast envious glances at Jiang Feng.

Liu Weiqiang added, "Everyone has worked hard today. Go back and get some rest, and keep up the good work tomorrow."

The staff felt as if they had been granted a pardon and happily finished their work, filled with gratitude towards Jiang Feng.

If Jiang Feng hadn't revised the script, they wouldn't know how long they would have been busy, perhaps even working through the night.

Jiang Feng received the reward red envelope.

It's not much money, three thousand Hong Kong dollars, but it's better than nothing.

"Dude, you're really something. Even the director listens to you."

Chen Guanxi walked over and casually put his hand on Jiang Feng's shoulder.

"Don't touch me."

Jiang Feng disgustedly brushed his hand away.

Just as he was about to leave, Andy Lau suddenly called out to him.

"Fengzi, wait a minute."

"Brother Hua, is something the matter?"

Jiang Feng looked at Liu Dehua with curiosity.

"Well, besides this film, I'm also filming another movie, and that movie is short of a supporting actor. I think you'd be a good fit. I wonder if you'd be interested?"

Liu Dehua looked at Jiang Feng expectantly.

Jiang Feng asked, "Brother Hua, can I ask what movie it is?"

"It's Johnnie To's film 'Running on Karma,' also known as 'Big Man with Big Wisdom' in Mandarin."

Upon hearing the name Du Qifeng, Jiang Feng's eyes lit up instantly.

Johnnie To is a famous director in Hong Kong. As early as the 1980s, he worked with Wong Jing's father, Wong Tin-lam, to film classic martial arts dramas such as the 1983 version of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes".

Later, he became a film director, making movies such as "Happy Ghost 3," "Ji Gong," "Justice, My Foot!" and "All About Ah-Long."

Classic films such as "The Heroic Trio".

In today's declining Hong Kong film industry, Milkyway Image, which he founded, has risen against the trend and is hailed as the last glory of Hong Kong films.

Among them, "Running Out of Time" earned Andy Lau his first Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actor, and "The Mission" won him both the Hong Kong Film Award and the Golden Horse Award for Best Director.

Jiang Feng's favorite movie is "The Gun," which perfectly captures the essence of male romance.

He watches it several times a year, so he still really wants to act in a Johnnie To film.

However, he did not agree immediately, but said regretfully, "I'm sorry, Brother Wah, although I really want to act in Johnnie To's films, I have to rush to film 'Kill Bill' after finishing 'Infernal Affairs,' so I'm afraid I won't have the time."

Andy Lau laughed and said, "You don't need to worry about that. That role has very few scenes. With your acting skills, you can finish filming in a few days."

Jiang Feng had no more reservations and nodded, saying, "Okay, Brother Hua, I'll take this role."

Liu Dehua was very happy.

He genuinely admired Jiang Feng and wanted to help him as much as possible.

"It's too late today. I'll call Director Du tomorrow. Wait for my news."

"Thank you very much, Brother Hua."

"No problem."

Chen Guanxi, who was standing to the side, was so jealous that he was almost unrecognizable.

Andy Lau personally recommended the role, and it's even a Johnnie To-style film.

This level of prestige, these resources—if you were to say Jiang Feng didn't have some kind of background, he wouldn't believe it even if you beat him to death.

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