"Your chemistry has improved, and your acting is excellent, so it's a natural progression. Our subsequent filming will save us a lot of time."
Praised by the two directors, Su Han and Wu Jing beamed with smiles.
However, these two directors were quite reserved and absolutely refused to praise them directly.
So, Wu Jing scanned the surrounding staff and a few extras who had sneakily blended in, asking, "What did you think of my and Su Han's performance just now?"
Everyone's gaze shifted in unison to Su Han and Wu Jing, and they collectively replied, "You acted wonderfully!"
"Right?"
"Wonderfully, right?"
"Yes!!!"
"Hahahaha!"
Wu Jing's move amused Chen Kaige and Tsui Hark standing nearby.
Tsui Hark was typically a man of few words and didn't express himself much.
As for Chen Kaige, without someone to initiate, he was also quite composed. But once someone started, he could actually lean towards a more casual, variety show-like interaction.
It could be said that the older generation of directors were more conservative.
For actors like Su Han and Wu Jing, whom they were familiar with and who possessed great acting skills, the two directors were being very generous.
In the past, Tsui Hark would have openly criticized them, let alone praised them. What a joke!
"Come, come, let's get to it!"
"Next scene!"
"At your pace, I estimate we can shorten our shooting schedule by a month!" Chen Kaige exclaimed.
Su Han waved his hand and laughed, "Not necessarily, not necessarily. I can shorten it by two months for you!?"
Everyone: ??????
"Hahahaha!"
"That would be even better!"
In fact, filming these earlier scenes was quite easy for Su Han and Wu Jing.
What would be difficult was the later parts requiring everyone to perform together, where each person needed to cooperate well, and the progress would be slower.
Furthermore, there would be more action sequences later, which would further slow things down.
Next, they were to film the next scene.
This scene depicted Wu Jing returning home.
Wu Qianli had returned this time primarily to bring back his elder brother Wu Baili's ashes to see his parents.
Their parents were very old, with white hair.
The two extras with white hair were very fond of Su Han and Wu Jing.
They had already rehearsed the scene, so now they began filming directly.
This scene required a particularly high standard of lighting.
The set designer had arranged the scene beautifully.
Wu Jing, holding the urn, walked in with steady steps.
Upon entering, Wu Jing placed the urn in front of his parents.
Then, he knelt down and kowtowed.
"Father, Mother."
"I didn't take good care of Elder Brother."
Wu Jing's kowtow was heavy, his forehead striking the wooden floor with such force that one could feel the pain through the screen.
These simple shots clearly conveyed Wu Qianli's purpose for returning home.
"Good, cut!"
"Wu Jing's acting is truly superb!"
"Yes, it's excellent."
"Simple, clean, and efficient."
"Both Su Han and Wu Jing are fantastic!"
Next was the scene where Wu Qianli was about to leave home, and the elderly parents were sending him off.
This scene was particularly poignant and heartbreaking.
It was also very effective in evoking people's emotions related to family affection.
To make a good film, every detail must be executed perfectly; doing every detail well is the most crucial aspect.
As long as every detail is implemented, the work will undoubtedly be outstanding.
This scene was scheduled to be filmed at midnight.
When night fell, filming continued.
"Who is Wu Qianli?"
"Halt your reconnaissance!"
"Return to your unit by daybreak!"
In the middle of the night, during what should have been rest time, a sudden voice startled Wu Jing awake.
He ran out and responded.
Su Han, lying on the boat, witnessed this entire scene.
It was clearly visible.
This meant Wu Jing was preparing to return to his unit.
He rushed into the ship, intending to pack his belongings quietly and leave.
It was at this moment that he stopped.
His parents came into view.
His aged parents were now sitting on the bed, gazing at him.
The dim, yellow light cast shadows on their faces; the mother's eyes were tearful, and the father's expression was grave.
They appeared to be in their seventies or eighties, and at such an advanced age, they still worried about their child.
It was not easy!
Although there was a distance between them, this very distance created a profound, indescribable feeling.
This scene was intended to be an emotional highlight of the film.
If a movie can make its audience empathize, it can be said with certainty that the film has already succeeded by more than half.
This scene moved many people present.
Even Su Han, standing nearby, had teary eyes.
Next, Wu Jing put on his military uniform and packed his bags.
The scene depicted his parents and Su Han seeing him off.
"I'll be back by Lichun (Start of Spring)."
"I'll come back to build you a house."
Wu Jing said, smiling at his parents, then turned to leave.
Su Han, seizing this opportunity, quickly followed.
A close-up shot focused on Su Han.
He looked at Wu Jing, portraying a character who was naive and unaware of the dangers but also fiercely determined to follow his older brother Wu Jing.
"I want to go to war with you!"
Wu Jing paused, turning to look at this foolish younger brother.
He set down his bag and walked over.
"Big Brother said that we'd fight the battles that needed fighting, and wouldn't let you fight."
Saying this, he patted Su Han's face and cradled his cheeks, "Baozi, wait for me."
Su Han sat with the elderly extras, watching Wu Jing depart.
After this scene was filmed, many people present were moved to tears.
The segment performed by Su Han, Wu Jing, and the elderly extras was incredibly moving, truly tear-jerking.
They wiped away tears continuously.
"It was so touching, this part."
"It hasn't even been released yet, and I already want to watch it."
"Most importantly, for some reason, Su Han and Wu Jing together really have that brotherhood vibe. Their chemistry is so strong."
"Mhmm! Their chemistry is great, that's for sure."
"These two are truly remarkable."
After this scene concluded, Chen Kaige called out, "Alright, we're wrapping up for today!"
"Filming ends here for today!"
"Everyone, get some rest early!"
After calling out to the other crew members, Chen Kaige turned to Tsui Hark, "Want to grab a bite to eat?"
Tsui Hark nodded, "Sure!"
"Su Han, Wu Jing, let's get together indoors later and have some hot pot."
"Okay, Director Chen!"
However, as people began to disperse, many extras and crew members were reluctant to leave.
They all gazed at Su Han, holding paper and pens in their hands.
Wu Jing, with sharp eyes, also noticed the eager gazes of these fans.
He then reminded Su Han.
"Uh, your fans are waiting for you to sign autographs."
"I heard that one-third of the staff and extras on set this time are your fans, and they joined the crew because of you."
Upon hearing Wu Jing's words, Su Han raised an eyebrow slightly, "Ah? Really?"
"Yes!"
"You know that, and you're still paying so much attention to me."
Wu Jing couldn't help but laugh, "Hahaha! Of course, I'm also your fan."
Hearing Wu Jing say that, Su Han repeatedly waved his hands, laughing, "Ahem, you can forget about that. If you do that to me, I'm scared!"
"Hahahaha!"