Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 360 I came to the United States and only did four things

After half a month of filming, the filming of Star Wars 5: The Empire Strikes Back was completed.

In fact, the literary scenes have been filmed long ago, and what is being filmed now is just the martial arts part, so the progress is naturally very fast.

Maybe George Lucas reached out to other people privately, or maybe he didn't.

But that has little to do with Gu Ming anymore.

He did three things in total during his visit this time.

First, he presided over and designed the six sword techniques in Star Wars.

Second, there were traces of Asians inserted into Star Wars.

Third, he played Master Yoda...even though it was a puppet and he just pressed computer keys.

Gu Ming got his reward.

Martial arts instruction fee: $50,000.

——Counting the previous 50,000, it is equivalent to a total of 100,000 US dollars, which is almost close to 1 million yen when converted into Japanese yen.

It’s a relatively reasonable price.

When he should have left, Gu Ming was not in a hurry to leave, but stayed at Industrial Light & Magic to ask around.

"How much does a computer like this cost? It's expensive, right?"

"Are there any other companies that sell computers besides IBM?"

"Does your company have any extra photography equipment? Any unwanted or discarded equipment will do."

“Any kind of equipment will do…”

After some inquiries, Gu Ming actually got the result he wanted.

Computers aren't cheap!
Later, the computers that people were familiar with were actually microcomputers, and their performance was far inferior to that of professional computers.

There were no microcomputers yet.

Yes, not a single one...

The first usable microcomputer did not appear until 1981.

Now, there are only large, commercial computers.

The price is also very auspicious.

52000 dollars.

George Lucas said, "For God's sake, if you really want it, we can actually talk to an IBM salesman and it should be $50000."

A computer costs $50,000. In order to create the right effect and achieve nearly one-to-one on-site drawing requirements, Industrial Light & Magic purchased dozens of such computers!
"We'll talk about the computer later. Is there any other suitable recording equipment?"

George Lucas has something to say about this.

"Coincidentally, Industrial Light & Magic does have a set of obsolete equipment, and it's somewhat connected to you. It's a home video recording device produced by Toshiba, capable of recording, receiving, and other functions."

George Lucas took Gu Ming to an old warehouse.

Under the canvas, there are sets of equipment that are obsolete but well-maintained.

Such equipment is outdated and certainly cannot be compared with the latest filming equipment today, but if it is only used for private filming, it can still be used.

It is very useful for shooting some low-budget films, and because it is a Toshiba device, it is also easy to find consumables in Japan.

Speaking of low-budget films, we have to talk about some movies that can be performed by two people...

Gu Ming made the decision immediately.

"If you don't mind, please sell this equipment to me."

George Lucas shrugged.

Although he didn't know what Gu Ming wanted the filming equipment for, he was happy to accept that Industrial Light & Magic had some second-hand equipment that had been eliminated and someone was willing to take it over.

After Gu Ming finished shopping, he finally touched his pocket.

have to.

I came to the United States, but I didn't make any money and I even lost money.

However, the money was not lost, but stayed with him in another form.

This time I went back, I bought an IBM mid-range computer, a bunch of miscellaneous obsolete filming equipment, burning equipment, etc.

Although they were all discarded old goods. In the evening, when Gu Ming was about to return to his room, he saw a shy figure outside the house.

"Master Ye."

Gu Ming was amazed and walked over quickly to say hello.

"Dennis, what are you doing?"

"Ah...Mr. Akira." Zhen Zidan hesitated to speak.

He had been terribly worried these past few days! Not only had he been scolded by Yuen Woo-ping, but Yuen Woo-ping had also revealed his intention to take the Yuen Clan back with him at any time while Gu Ming wasn't paying attention.

"Mr. Akira." Zhen Zidan had no choice but to be honest at that moment: "Actually, I'm quite good at fighting. I can also be very obedient! Otherwise, I won't make the movie anymore. I'd better go with my master..."

"Yeah!" Gu Ming sucked in a breath of Wing Chun, his face suddenly stern. "You really know how to joke. You come and go as you please. What do you think of Master Yuan and me?"

Zhen Zidan panicked and waved her hands quickly: "I'm not, I didn't, I..."

"Okay, listen to me. I can go and explain this to Master Yuan. I'll lend you to Japan to film a movie. I only have one request of you."

Zhen Zidan nodded desperately.

"Since you're from Hong Kong and Master Yuan's man, I won't sign you to the company. But I want to sign a contract with you. When we're filming in the future, you have to give priority to filming five movies for me. And during the filming, you can't behave in such a reckless and troublesome way."

Zhen Zidan couldn't help but complain: "Five is too many."

Gu Ming said, "Then I'll leave. I'll pack up and go back to Tokyo tomorrow."

"No, no, no!! Actually, five isn't that much. I think it's pretty good."

Gu Ming just nodded slightly.

"Okay, I also need to go back and rest. Come with me, and let's go talk to Master Yuan now."

It can't be said that they are taking advantage of the situation. Anyway, Yuan Heping will not start promoting Zhen Zidan for another four years, so Gu Ming is taking advantage of it in advance.

Five plays are a lot, and Gu Ming did think about whether to sign Zhen Zidan, but after thinking about it, Gu Ming felt that the possibility was not high.

Yuan Heping is an insider in the industry, and he knows everything. There's no need to play games with him on this matter.

So after much consideration, Gu Ming decided to sign only a unit contract.

When they arrived at the door of Yuan Heping's room, Gu Ming left Zhen Zidan outside and went in alone to talk to Yuan Heping.

Zhen Zidan paced back and forth anxiously outside the door, extremely worried.

He was afraid that he would have no movies to shoot, and he was also afraid that if he offended Yuen Woo-ping, he would not even have the opportunity to shoot movies in the future.

It was not until more than ten minutes later that Gu Ming came out with a stern face.

"Dennis, Master Yuan wants you in."

"it is good!"

Zhen Zidan walked in nervously, her nostrils twitching as she suddenly smelled the scent of tea leaves in the room.

"Master, have you had your tea?"

Yuen Woo-ping raised his eyelids.

He couldn't tell Zhen Zidan that they hadn't talked about anything just now, they just drank a few cups of tea!
"Of course we have to entertain guests when they come!" Yuen Woo-ping said, "Danny, let me ask you, do you really want to go to Japan to film?"

"I, I want to go everywhere. Isn't it nice to be able to film?"

Yuen Woo-ping could only sigh.

Fine! Respect the child’s wishes!

"I've discussed this with him and have signed a contract with you. This period of time will allow you to gain experience in Japan, shoot a few movies, hone your skills, and then you'll have to come back."

Zhen Zidan nodded.

He knows this.

It's just filming, he still has to go back to Hong Kong, or even back to his country.

Even though Zhen Zidan was hated by everyone when she was young, there was one thing she was clear about.

He can really give up his American citizenship and return to Zhou.

In comparison, it’s hard to say about others.

Yuan Heping encouraged her a few more times before waving his hand: "Alright, pack up and go with them tomorrow. I'll talk to your mother and give you some money to use. Buy some clothes and clothes, and don't skimp on food. Act well over there and don't cause trouble, but don't be afraid of trouble either. Don't bring shame to us Chinese! Come back if you can't stand it anymore. You are a descendant of the Yellow Emperor, and you can't let the Japanese bully you!"

(End of this chapter)