Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 320 Premiere, Shadow Warrior
Of course, Gu Ming didn't need Watanabe Ryosuke to do anything. In fact, Gu Ming originally planned to cooperate with Toei to shoot this project.

Toei is good at shooting life-size special effects. Although Gu Ming has never watched the Sentai series, as far as Gu Ming knows, Toei also has many directors who are good at coordinating multiple people.

It is very convenient to promote the work "Armor Hero".

Endai can sell toys, Gu Ming can get dividends from the toys, Toei has new works, and maybe they can form a series in the future.

Holding the copyright of such a signature work, Gu Ming can use this work to promote newcomers in the agency at any time.

In short, everyone wins!

The only problem is that Toei doesn't have time to screen new works right now, so naturally they have to make V3 first and talk about other things later.

However, unlike the first generation of Kamen Rider, the planning of Kamen Rider V3 is more strict. It is exactly a 52-episode annual series, so in a few months, the new plan can be started.

Gu Mingben didn't plan to go shoot right now.

He was really tired.

At least, we have to rest until after the Chinese New Year.

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……

The new year has passed.

In the blink of an eye, it is spring again.

As the old saying goes, spring is here and flowers are blooming, and Xingba has you...

cough cough.

Anyway, time passed and it was February.

After a series of editing and pre-promotion, Shadow Warrior was finally completed and began to prepare for the premiere.

Gu Ming naturally received the invitation letter.

Flipping through the gold-embossed cardboard in his hand, Gu Ming marveled.

Actually, the role of the thief in Shadow Warrior is really complicated and not easy to play. If Katsu Shintaro plays it, the effect will definitely be good.

However, it is obvious that Katsu Shintaro and Kurosawa Akira do not get along.

——In fact, Tani Akira also felt that he and Kurosawa were not compatible, and this performance was simply torture.

Although Tani Akira knew that Kage Samurai was a huge success in history, with domestic distribution revenue of 2.8 billion yen, he himself was not sure whether his performance was as good as Nakadai Tatsuya's.

"Come to think of it, you can bring a family member."

Gu Ming glanced at Shaqin and said, "Let's go together. After all, it's a multi-million dollar production."

"As for me, forget it." Shaqin shook her head slightly: "You know I'm not suitable for public exposure."

"Well, at least go and see it in person!"

After a moment of silence, Shaqin finally nodded.

Yeah.

Then, go to the scene as a spectator.

At the agreed time, we went downstairs, took a bus, and headed to the Akasaka Prince Hotel in Roppongi, Tokyo.

The premiere was held at a good place. As Kurosawa's first work after his return, it gave the illusion that the seven-year period had expired and the Dragon King had returned.

For example, at this moment, Gu Ming has a newspaper in his hand.

"The former master is now in decline, with only American investment to go on. What is the quality of his films?"

"Boldly using new actors, the old love is reduced to a supporting role..."

Gu Ming hissed.

Who wrote this newspaper headline?

Tatsuya Nakadai has also been in the role for quite a long time!
Xiaoquan had gradually slowed down the car, looked at Gu Ming's face through the rearview mirror, and reminded him: "Brother Gu Gu, we're almost there."

Gu Ming raised his hand and straightened his collar. He was the only one in the car at the moment. Shaqin had already gotten off earlier because she didn't want to show up in public.

As soon as Gu Ming got out of the car, he was greeted by two cameras flashing their cameras, which almost blinded him.

"I'm coming!"

'It's the lead actor.'

"Mr. Akira Furuya, could you tell us about your experience filming?"

"Mr. Furuya Akira, I heard that the scene has received investment from Americans. Do you think this is a possibility for Director Kurosawa to become an American citizen?"

"Mr. Akira Furuya, how do you feel about your first foray into the film industry?"

Gu Ming glanced at the reporters.

“First of all, this isn’t my first time in the film industry.”

Gu Ming said, "If you're interested in movies, you'll know that last year, an action-themed supernatural film was released. It was produced and directed by me and my agency, and distributed by Toei. 'Urban Ghost Stories: Nara Ghost Picture Scroll' grossed over 6 million yen, which is quite astonishing."

Yes, the ration income exceeded 6 million... The tens of billions mentioned before were box office revenue, which is not equal to ration income.

This really embarrassed many reporters.

Something like The Picture Scroll of the Vengeful Spirits of Nara, it sounds like a terrible movie, no one would go to see it. It is the kind of bad movie that if it is shown in a Zhou cinema, the audience will know at first glance that there are no ghosts in it!
However, Gu Ming's words were so confident that it made people believe him.

Some people wanted to continue asking about what happened during the filming, but Gu Ming didn't mention anything and instead advertised in front of the reporters.

"Actually, I welcome everyone's attention to my agency. Since its establishment three years ago, our Extreme Action Agency has participated in the behind-the-scenes production of many action films, trained various outstanding action actors, and excelled in various performances. We have long-term cooperation with companies like Toei..."

The reporters scattered instantly.

How shameless of you to advertise in front of our reporters!
Pay the advertising fee!

Gu Ming just laughed and walked quickly into the hotel.

The premiere hadn't started yet, but quite a few people were already waiting backstage.

In addition to the people from the Kurosawa group, Gu Ming also saw the two Americans.

Coppola, director of The Godfather, and George Lucas.

"George Lucas, this big liar, asked me for his business card and hasn't called me in months! Is this old Deng trying to trick me, or is he planning to take me to a party?"

Gu Ming heard that James attended the party... Mamba did it, Shaq did it, but only James was done.

Since the locals can choose James, maybe they can also take a fancy to him. Just thinking about it makes Gu Ming tremble.

When George Lucas saw Gu Ming, he showed a standard American expression and came over to give him a bear hug.

Gu Ming laughed happily, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart.

So, you don’t really plan to invite him to the United States for a party!
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The premiere began in a slightly stagnant atmosphere.

The scene was dark, with only the light from the screen.

As the plot of Shadow Warrior progresses, the minds of many viewers who are watching this film for the first time are fluctuating.

The whole film shows Kurosawa's amazing control ability, and the fate of the thieves is really worrying.

Moreover, even these knowledgeable reporters could clearly see one thing.

The thief's acting ability was quite unexpected.

Whether it is the scene where he is a thief wearing a large armor, the scene where he gallops on horseback in front of many retainers, or the final scene where he carries the banner and charges on Shitara Plain, you can clearly feel a tension that seems to break through the screen.

The bearded figure presents several different kinds of charm under the camera.

Until the end of the film, the subtitles finished, and the lights came back on, applause broke out in the theater.

Gu Ming followed suit with polite applause, and then joined the creative team, going on stage with others to be interviewed.

(End of this chapter)