There's something wrong with that.
On the social occasions in the movie circle, it's very common to say "there's a chance to cooperate in the future" as if friends always say "come out for dinner next time" when they meet. It's just a polite expression. No one will tear it down face to face, unless they really don't want to meet each other.
But it's all polite, but it's very skillful.
Tony's words are... Very strange. He first mentioned his willingness to play in his works, and then threw the question to Lan Li. From the way of speaking, tone and rhythm, it was like forcing Lan Li to nod and agree, "yes, I'm also looking forward to cooperation." the whole flavor of the context evolved from politeness to coercion.
It's really uncomfortable.
Let's think about it a little bit further. When lanli visited Mordor twice before, similar problems and situations were repeating. The aggressive sense of oppression was not only impolite, but also incorrect. No matter what Tony's starting point is, there is something wrong with the way he expresses it. It's not pleasant.
But at this time standing in front of Tony, not the reporter, lanli is still slightly different, he showed a shallow smile, "after all, we still need to see the work, let's look forward to see what will happen."
"If there is a chance in the future", which is an official formula to answer such questions, is enough to solve all the situations. However, instead of using a polite way to deal with the situation, lanli gives Tony a soft nail - even Wen Jiang can feel the collateral damage. It is obvious that lanli's words are more polite and gentler, but it also means that, The colder, the more distant.
Tony can sense the alienation of Langley, but he can't understand Langley's resistance - why on earth? Did Langley look down on him? Or Wen Jiang? What's the matter with that high posture? Even Hollywood stars shouldn't look down on people, should they? If you don't like it, just say something polite and perfunctory. Is this attitude necessary? How arrogant and arrogant!
Similarly, Wen Jiang also noticed the subtle change of Lan Li's aura, which was not obvious, but objective, which made him narrow his eyes slightly and ponder it carefully - he didn't like to feel the sense of alienation, but he could understand Lan Li's mentality, because he was also the same character.
"It seems that I need to start to prepare now. I need to prepare a thrilling masterpiece, and then invite Mr. Langley hall to join me in person. These words are my motivation, absolute motivation! I need gas! How about you bet with me? Let's see what's going to happen in the future? "
Arrogant, stubborn, strong, and even deliberately "Sir" to complete the irony, but innocuous, more or in a way of self mockery to express the position.
Wen Jiang is still that Wen Jiang. He has the same pride as Lan Li. He responds in his own way, but shows his wisdom. In a wonderful way, he is equal to Lan Li. The momentum from the inside out is not weak.
Tony is a little stiff - he can only feel Wen Jiang's provocation in his ears. It's not a smart move to make a positive provocation on in lanli's territory. He looks directly at Wen Jiang, does not hide his surprise, and constantly gives hints with his eyes, hoping to save the situation.
Forrest was also a little surprised - because the change was really too fast. He was just being polite to each other. After two words, the atmosphere changed completely.
Lan Li pauses slightly, as if surprised by Wen Jiang's "counterattack", but then a smile appears on Zhang Junlang's face, "wait and see! I think the audience should be blessed, no matter what, they will see a wonderful work. I think we've just accomplished a feat, and that should mean something. " In the latter sentence, Langley turned to Forrest.
After savoring carefully, Forrest also responded and nodded to lenley in affirmation. "I think so, too. But we're all artists, and asking for thanks and gifts is fine. Jiang, what do you think? "
"Expensive gifts are not, but host a dinner in the host's capacity, invite you to taste the Chinese special Baijiu, that is absolutely no problem." Wen Jiang patted his chest heavily and said forthrightly, as if he had successfully shot a famous masterpiece.
The first moment is still in a tense atmosphere, and the next moment we have a good talk again. The whole rhythm changes so fast that people can't cope with it.
Tony also tasted the thought-provoking, although he did not understand the specific reasons, but also knew that he should keep silent now, and the future is long.
The lively conversation came to an end only when Lan Li was called to leave.
Forrest was old and a little weak. He wandered to one side to have a rest, so there was only ginger and Tony left.
Because only two people's relationship, Tony's true feelings just slightly revealed, "are you sure it doesn't matter? What just happened? "
This is Chinese.
Although Tony's Chinese pronunciation is not very standard, but after years of hard work in the north, there is still no problem in basic communication. Now switch to Chinese mode, you can see Tony's inner tension and anxiety - in order to avoid people listening to the corner, Chinese is the best natural umbrella.
Wen Jiang, however, seemed relaxed and even playful. He approached Tony and said in a low voice, "have you forgotten? Lanli's Chinese is level 10. "
Tony subconsciously turned around and looked behind him for fear that Lan Li would appear behind him. But then he realized that Wen Jiang was joking. He raised his hand and gave Wen Jiang a heavy blow on the shoulder, which was not a joke. "I'm serious. What's the matter with him? "
Wen - Jiang did not continue to tease, seriously replied, but that languid tone how do not feel too serious, "nothing."
"What can I do for you? If you think about the position of others and us, he doesn't need to take care of us or trip us. He just needs to say that we pack up and go, which is a matter of minutes. The conversation just now is entertainment. It's no big deal. He just doesn't like to be approached. I think it's quite normal. When you are in China, do you like people to keep getting close to you? Anyway, I don't like it. I always feel flustered because of all the ghosts. "
Tony didn't buy it at all. "You just talk about it. If it's really upside down, you're still a gentleman to push it out?" It was supposed to be a Beijing movie, but because of the strong accent, the whole feeling of ridicule is not right, but the meaning of expression is finally arrived.
Although Tony didn't say it, Wen Jiang can see that there are still concerns between Tony's eyebrows, which is due to his personality. He once again joked, "don't worry, it's nothing serious. I think he's very easy to get along with. He looks like a child, but he's old-fashioned. Isn't that interesting? However, his speech is really a bit of a level, as well as the content and business ability. No wonder everyone likes him. I also think he is very good, can play jokes, also like to play jokes, I think he is a real person. Don't worry. Nothing will happen. "
Tony obviously didn't agree, but he didn't say anything more. He just patted Wen Jiang on the shoulder, "is that because I'm with you?"
"All the way? What do you mean Wen Jiang Mao did not make complaints about it and then went back to Tucao.
The relationship between Tony and Wen Jiang is also very interesting. Normally speaking, they are friends. Moreover, their fields and circles are not compatible, and there is no conflict of interest, which makes them have a good conversation; But in fact, it is precisely because of the different circles that they keep a certain distance. No matter in character, culture, background or style, there is not much agreement between the two people.
Of course, in their respective fields, they are all top figures in the Chinese film circle, and inevitably have their own pride and temper.
Wen Jiang is an arrogant personality, who needs Tony to accommodate him more often; But Tony is also willing to accommodate.
It's like now.
"People who have a big temper and friends can't say a word." Tony said half joking and half tucked, but at the time, a compliment of a joke could ease the atmosphere, but Tony was obviously unwilling to make complaints about himself.
However, Wen - Jiang was not in a temper, he also half jokingly hit back, "you still a sentence? It's all three, four, five, six sentences. I'm not allowed to say one? " It's just a joke, and with Jiang's unique Beijing Film accent, the tone immediately creates an atmosphere, and the atmosphere that hasn't been fully tightened also relaxes.
Wen Jiang knows Tony has his own worries, but he doesn't care.
Tony knows that Wen Jiang has his own treatment, but he doesn't care.
In any case, even if everyone has their own small abacus, they will all get together and work together to complete an excellent film - at least, it's a job, even if it's to make a living, they must stick to it; What's more, for more people, it's not just a job.
The small waves have not yet had enough time to make more impact, and then they are calmed down; But from this corner, you can see the whole "grand theft one" crew. There are more than 400 members in the crew. Each of them has different personalities and habits. In the process of cooperation, there are bound to be big and small frictions, which may be harmless, may be brewing disaster, and may be fleeting. How to deal with them depends on the scheduling ability of the executive producer.
And, of course, the director.
Director, by the way, director!
In this bustling scene, has anyone noticed the director's figure? It seems that the whole cast has been occupied by the actors, while the director has been forgotten at all. When he comes back to himself, he realizes that the director really doesn't appear.
Or... Late?