The mage in the late Qing Dynasty

The camera at this time was angular, but its biggest feature and change was its ability to move and shoot, thanks to the Lumiere brothers.

It was they who changed the history of cameras.

Zhao Chuanxin looked at the camera and felt that it was not as big as the cameras of later generations.

He once went to the studio and visited the filming of the movie.

Today's movie shooting only has one shot, which is similar to the long shots of later generations, shot to the end.

Li Guangzong was afraid of damage, so he bought two cameras at once.

When Zhao Chuanxin saw Herbert Ponting playing with the machine, he said, Take out the other one as well, and shoot the two cameras at the same time. There must be separate shots.

At this time, there was no editing at all in the movies, let alone any film language.

Movies are more like a realistic note-taking tool.

Herbert Ponting asked stupidly: What shot?

Zhao Chuanxin saw that he really didn't understand, and explained: Shots are different camera positions, shooting from different angles.

Delete the parts of the shots that have poor effects and are useless. Keep what’s good and what works, and put it all together.

In this way, you can make the story of the entire film flow smoothly and highlight the theme of the story.

This is common sense that everyone in the future can understand. After all, you haven’t made a movie and haven’t seen it yet? There are very few long shots in film shooting.

Especially in the era of traffic, the acting skills have failed countless times, and the word traffic is not worthy of the word. Those who can take on long shots are all very good actors.

But at this time, the movie had no shot.

After hearing this, Herbert Ponting's eyes widened, and a huge wave surged in his heart: Zhao, you are really a fucking genius!

Zhao Chuanxin said, I haven't taught you what montage is yet.

Stop talking nonsense. Everyone knows that I am a genius. No need to say anything. Hurry up and get to work.

...

Herbert Ponting actually only touched the camera, but never filmed seriously.

He just plays photography.

The first time I took the photo, I was very excited.

But after all, he has no experience, and the concept of crew has not yet been formed in his mind.

As a result, Zhao Chuanxin had to take on the heavy responsibility of drama management.

Cui Fenghua, go and call everyone here and start setting up the scene.

Cui Fenghua was the person sent by Liu Yonghe to run errands for Zhao Chuanxin.

The names are pretty, but the people are ugly.

But things will happen, and you have the foresight to see them.

A group of actors took their seats, and Zhao Chuanxin began to direct.

Herbert Ponting is not so much a director as he is a cameraman.

He went to Zhao Chuanxin dissatisfied and said: Zhao, you are using this lens wrong. When you look at this picture, you cannot highlight the key points. You have to put the Japanese in the center of the picture. Let me show you some of the photos I took. , you will understand the picture.”

As he spoke, he took out a photo.

The photo shows a tall tower. Anyone who knows a little bit about France will be familiar with this tower.

Herbert Ponting pointed to the Iron Tower and asked proudly: Zhao, do you recognize it?

Zhao Chuanxin nodded: I recognize it. This is the Leifeng Pagoda in France.

...

Zhao Chuanxin said impatiently: You know how to compose a picture, but not much. What kind of thing did you take pictures of the Eiffel Tower? You only took half of it. If it were me, I would zoom out and make those low Short buildings are included in it, so as to show the tower's majesty.

The Eiffel Tower was completed in 1889 and was the tallest building in the world at the time.

If you want to use the Eiffel Tower to show off, you must naturally show the characteristics of the tallest building.

I thought Zhao Chuanxin was a stick, but when he saw him talking about the Eiffel Tower, Herbert Ponting stopped pretending.

After listening to Zhao Chuanxin's words, he thought about it and realized that it was really the case.

I couldn't help but scratch my head. Could it be that all my photography over the years was in vain?

Why are amateur players so inferior?

He asked nonchalantly: Then what do you think of the composition of our movie?

Zhao Chuanxin took out a pen and paper and sketched out a simple human shape with just a few strokes.

One person was holding a samurai sword and slashing at the woman on the ground.

Then he drew another frame.

The woman on the ground is in the center of the frame, and the Japanese is further to the right.

Not being stuck in the center is the best way to highlight the center of expression.

In addition, according to the principle of the golden section, this layout is also the most comfortable.

When Herbert Ponting saw Zhao Chuanxin, he drew a simple diagram. Although it was simple, his skill was not simple.

He couldn't help but be surprised: Zhao, you can actually draw?

Look at what you said. Astronomy, geography, and humanities. You should ask me what I don't know. Do you understand Xue Fu Wu Che?

...

Zhao Chuanxin drew another picture, this time it was a split shot.

This time, a close-up of a Japanese person is given, with the ferocious and cruel expression on his face vividly.

Herbert Ponting was amazed when he saw it: Zhao, I have to say, you are really a genius. Even if you become a general, do not do business or make movies, you are more than enough to be a painter.

The two discussed for a while, and Zhao Chuanxin drew a few more shots.

In the end, they decided to just make a short film.

In the short film, a Japanese man did something worse than a beast to a Korean woman.

Of course, some images are expressed in unique ways.

Herbert Ponting gave a high-five: Okay, I know how to shoot, just wait and see, I guarantee you will be satisfied.

Then he went to direct a group of actors.

Zhao Chuanxin moved a small mazaar and sat there watching.

Ganfan came running from a distance and called Zhao Chuanxin twice.

Zhao Chuanxin said speechlessly: Tranquility and the others went to mate and lay eggs? Then why are you angry? Isn't this instinct? Spring is here, and it's mating season again.

Woof woof woof...

What you are saying is wrong. You are not an ordinary dog. Just like a water pony, I think even if it has fur on it, it won't have as much essence as you. Just because you can control your desires, doesn't mean that a crow can too.

...

All the crow boys who were doing the work were gone.

This makes it very melancholy.

Shooting a movie is not that simple after all.

Herbert Ponting was originally ambitious, but he worked for a long time and didn't take a single shot. He was shouting and yelling on the court, and his Chinese was half-baked. Communication between the two parties was very problematic.

But Zhao Chuanxin was not willing to help. Could he be his translator in the future? Is he worthy?

Herbert Ponting, who was sweating profusely, came to Zhao Chuanxin's small table, picked up the tea bowl and started working: Zhao, making movies is more difficult than I thought.

Everything is difficult at the beginning. Zhao Chuanxin consoled him. Then it's hard in the middle, and then it's hard at the end.

Herbert Ponting squirted out his tea.

Wiping his mouth, he said dissatisfiedly: Don't just watch, but also help. Look at the lady on the field, I think she is too slick, and I can't even control her.

The lady he was talking about was a woman from a Korean farmer's family who had crossed the border.

Zhao Chuanxin said: I don't know what to do. If you are making a film with such a strong taste, can a good person be the heroine?

Seeing that the sun was almost setting, Zhao Chuanxin sighed, got up and walked towards the field.

Hey, it is true that with great ability comes greater responsibility, and it is not a good thing for a person to be too talented.

The woman's face was dirty, her clothes were in tatters, and her hair was messy.

As Herbert Ponting said, she looked a bit slippery and a bit mean-spirited.

Seeing Zhao Chuanxin standing in front of her, she was not afraid, but instead gave him a wink.

I'm afraid it's not that I was ruined by a kid, but maybe I hooked up with a kid...

Zhao Chuanxin touched his chin, feeling that if it was so ordinary, the impact would not be enough.

Looking carefully, he found that this Korean woman was actually pretty good-looking.

His eyes lit up and he said to her: Can you understand Chinese? As long as you can, go and wash your face and hair. I will give you some advice when you come back.

This woman obviously misunderstood when Zhao Chuanxin wanted to give her some advice.

In her opinion, Zhao Chuanxuan was the one present.

For acting in this drama, she received a huge salary, which was also promised by Zhao Chuanxin.

So Zhao Chuanxin is a big figure, so he can lean on him.

So, she quickly got up and ran to wash up.

Herbert Ponting frowned: Zhao, if you make her clean like this, she will no longer have the characteristics of a poor person.

No! Zhao Chuanxin laughed: On the contrary, I want to give her an effect. Clothes and hairpins cannot hide the beauty of the country. I want her to become the kind of person who wears patched clothes, but still has the beauty of the country. A poor woman. This will arouse Bangzi’s indignation even more.”

After the woman came back from washing her hair, many of the bachelors present began to slobber.

When Zhao Chuanxin took a look, he felt like a bit of a coquettish bitch.

The woman looked at Zhao Chuanxin expectantly, waiting for him to make some excessive demands.

Zhao Chuanxin pointed to the stool next to him in an exaggerated manner: Go over and sit down.

woman:……

That's it?

When she went over and sat down, Zhao Chuanxin suddenly had scissors and a comb in his hand.

He asked: What's your name?

Zhang Chaoyue.

Zhang Chaoyue, I will give you a hairstyle and a set of clothes. You will follow the instructions for a while and do whatever you are told. Don't play tricks with me, or I will cut you!

The kind of flirting and affection that Zhang Chaoyue imagined did not exist.

When Zhao Chuanxin opened his mouth, he sounded like a straight man.

She glanced back at Zhao Chuanxin with resentment.

Zhao Chuanxin shouted: Turn around and sit down.

The murderous intent of the rooftop war god is exposed, and that is no joke.

Zhang Chaoyue tensed up and hurriedly sat down obediently. There was nothing slippery about.

Herbert Ponting next to him looked thoughtful, as if he knew how to direct the actors on the set in the future.

After Zhao Chuanxin finished cutting her hair, he put it into a bun and tied it with a Korean characteristic colorful hair tie, making it long and hanging down.

Zhao Chuanxin said: Tie it loosely so that it will show an effect when you take pictures. When the Japanese arrest you, the hairband will fall off and your hair will spread out...

With the help of Zhao Chuanxin, Herbert Ponting restarted.

…

In Longjing Village, after being disgraced, Saito Kijiro and Shinoda Haruse even felt ashamed to meet each other.

It feels awkward when they meet.

But we have to meet because we still have to talk about things.

Saito Kijiro asked Shinoda Haruse in embarrassment: Shinoda-kun, you have to falsify Zhao Chuanxin in the newspaper. What do you think about this matter?

Shinoda Haruse used seriousness to cover up his embarrassment after being humiliated. He said seriously: Saito-kun, there is no need to worry about this matter. First of all, it is impossible for Zhao Chuanxin to publish any news that is not beneficial to us in Korean newspapers. Secondly, we do We should be ready to clarify at any time and not be afraid of slander. For us, South Korea has local advantages.

If it were anyone else, Saito Kijiro wouldn't really be worried.

But Zhao Chuanxin was different, this man was too reckless.

You can't guess what he will do next.

Moreover, he moved east and west, often acting alone in private, and even spies could not find him.

There are indeed many spies in Japan, but the large number and complexity of them also means that the management system is chaotic.

For example, Naoko Yuka was originally active in the Nanyang area, but now she has come to the north. Neither Saito Kijiro nor Shinoda Harisaku are aware of it.

In addition to system chaos, there is also poor communication that leads to this situation.

Regarding the matter of Zhao Chuanxin, the two of them had a brief taste of it. Saito Kijiro changed the subject and said: Shinoda-kun, the American Ronaldinho talked to reporters about our Tsushima Naval War. Have you read it in the newspaper?

I've seen it. Ronaldo is a qualified strategist, and he has already understood the importance of naval warfare. He said that our Imperial Japanese Army is a jealous, allergic, and very warlike force. He is worried that we will gain from the United States. They will seize Hawaii and the Philippines from their hands. The underlying meaning is that they have regarded us as their opponents.

At this time, Japan and Britain were getting closer, but the relationship between the United States and Britain was somewhat cold.

The topic changed very well, and the two of them no longer felt awkward.

Saito Kijiro nodded: Those remarks about jealousy and allergies are completely slander. Like Zhao Chuanxin, they are despicable villains. However, I heard that the United States has prepared 16 battleships and even formulated a plan plan to fight our empire.

The United States just wants to put pressure on us and does not really want to go to war.

I hope so. Saito Kijiro suddenly thought of something. By the way, Your Majesty Rimoto, have you been invited to the banquet?

Yes, I received the invitation. I will take Yuka with me.

Speaking of Naoko Yuka, this may be the only person who can make Shinoda Haruse happy today, and she can't help but have a happy smile on her face.

Saito Kijiro frowned slightly and reminded him harshly: Shinoda-kun, have you sent a letter home recently?

He didn't mention his wife or children, but he sent the letter to his family, which was a secret reminder.

Shinoda Haruse's face showed a little displeasure.

What he least wanted to mention, and what he didn't even want to think about, was his wife and children in Japan.

So he said, “Saito-kun, those are small things.

You know, the banquet at the Rimoto Palace was not only attended by the Korean Emperor Ri Xi, but also Commander Ito and Commander Hasegawa.

I think the most urgent task is to confirm the Jiandao Tongyuanfu Police Station before going to the banquet. It is time to start construction.

When the time comes, we will tell them the good news in front of Li Xi, which will be beneficial to their plans for South Korea.

Saito Kijiro thought about that scene. It was another day when he could perform in front of his superiors. This made him look forward to it: Shinoda-kun, you are right.

Bypassing the topic that he didn't want to mention, Shinoda Haruse finally smiled.

…

Zhao Chuanxin's short film production is in full swing.

Herbert Ponting used split shots for his first filming.

He feels that his movie may go down in history.

It was the actor's first time acting in a movie and he received a relatively high salary, which was quite exciting.

Xiaoshuai and Xiaomei both had the same idea: This thing can actually make money?

How long does it take to make a short film?

For example, Zhang Chaoyue, who plays Xiaomei, got one dollar in just one and a half days.

The speed of making money is comparable to that of robbing.

She couldn't help but wonder, if she shoots ten movies a month, wouldn't it be easy to earn ten yuan a month? This is much better than farming.

So, after her role was completed, she approached Zhao Chuanxin and asked, Mr. Zhao, can I continue to make movies?

Zhao Chuanxin glanced at her: Yes, but your acting skills need to be improved. I will look for you again when I have new movies.

Making movies is quite new to Zhao Chuanxin.

In fact, he was interested in anything that could leave some trace in history.

Zhang Chaoyue was overjoyed: Thank you, Mr. Zhao.

Well, let's go home first after taking the money.

Then, Zhao Chuanxin went to find Herbert Ponting to edit the film.

Herbert Ponting's filmmaking skills need to be improved, but he is very good at editing films.

Perhaps this is related to the fact that he has been playing photography before and is very familiar with film.

Seeing Zhao Chuanxin come in, he raised his head excitedly and said, Zhao, the split shot is so easy to use. I have never seen such a wonderful movie. Especially after editing, a unique film language has been formed. Look, this The close-up shots of the Japanese soldier’s face fully illustrate his ferocity...

Listening to his ramblings, Zhao Chuanxin moved farther away to avoid spitting on his face.

Be careful, don't damage the film, it's quite expensive.

Zhao, I can finish it today and show it tomorrow. I guarantee that moviegoers will be unable to stop watching.

Okay, I'm just here to check on the progress. If you continue, I won't disturb you.

After walking out of the editing room, Cui Fenghua hurried over with a few people holding thick newspapers.

Captain Zhao, the newspapers you want have been printed and are all here.

As he spoke, he piled the newspapers on the maza.

Zhao Chuanxin picked up one and looked at it.

This newspaper is very interesting. It is more like a leaflet than a newspaper.

There is nothing else on it, just the story of how the Japanese tortured and massacred Korean people.

The text is written in Chinese characters first, and then in proverbs.

Although South Korea created proverbs early in its history, official Chinese characters have always been used.

Therefore, in order to be able to understand and become officials, common people also learned Chinese characters.

In the past few years, there was a period of time when South Korea was revitalizing the proverb, but then it fell into disuse. Nowadays, Chinese characters are still popular in the upper class society.

But there are always people who only recognize proverbs but not Chinese characters.

So Zhao Chuanxin was very considerate and wrote both kinds of words, just in case one person couldn't understand it.

There are also photos and paintings by Zhao Chuanxin in the newspaper, all of which accuse the Japanese of atrocities like animals.

Anyway, the Japanese have done some fucked up things in Korea. Korean people are actually very resistant to Japanese rule.

So if you try to discredit it a little, the people will probably be happy to accept it.

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