Tokyo Literature and Art Times

It is said that this joke was told by himself. Looking back on the past, there is an inexplicable emotion and humor.

To evaluate Sakai Masato, it is not enough to be a joker. It should be said that he is a hermit.

A hermit who hides in his own private world in the bustling city of modern society for the sake of performance.

Later, he didn't even know how to use a smartphone, and he ate whatever he wanted. As long as he could fill his stomach, he would call Omai. When he wasn't filming, his main activity was to read scripts and study the characters.

Therefore, even if Masa Sakai lives out of town, it will not surprise Takeshi Iwata to meet him in the current Shinjuku.

So this time...

Just as he was thinking, the door was suddenly opened and Sakai Masato came in again.

what's the situation?

"Why! Why laugh at my dreams?"

Looking at Sakai Masato's tight lips and wrinkled chin, his eyes seemed to be filled with tears again.

Takeshi Iwata was a little dazed, as if the guy in front of him was Naoki Hansawa.

"You bastard! How dare you be so rude to Supervisor Iwata!" Kagawa took out the aura of a senior again.

Takeshi Iwata knew that Masato Sakai had misunderstood, but he didn't rush to explain, and he didn't even plan to explain at all.

He waved his hand towards Kagawa.

Kagawa didn't understand a little, but he still stepped back and didn't speak.

Although Sakai Masato is very energetic at the moment, and full of momentum, but in fact...

He looks like an old dog on the outside, but he panics on the inside.

Iwata Takeshi looked at him with a blank expression on his face, and this power was very scary.

"You said that I laughed at your dreams, so do you know how difficult it is to get into the university?"

"This……"

"The other one, how hard is it to be a good actor? You know what?"

The corners of Sakai Masato's tense mouth finally opened, "But I believe that as long as you work hard, you will succeed one day!"

Takeshi Iwata shook his head after hearing this, "Isn't it arrogant to think that as long as you work hard, you will succeed?"

"..." Sakai Masato's eyes widened instantly, he only felt that his brain was almost destroyed by these words!

Yes, as long as you work hard, you will succeed. It is true that many people say this, but what is the truth?What is reality?

Aren't many people working hard, but how many people are successful?

The reason why Sakai Masato wanted to take the entrance exam to Tohoku University is because he has always had good grades. Although he is not very good in mathematics, even so, his grades are better than many people.

He has always worked hard and will succeed, but that is going to school, and that is the shelter of a family.

And there is no school, no parents?

Takeshi Iwata's sentence just now comes from "The Strong Wind Blows". It may or may not make sense, but it feels good to use it here.

then.

"You think I'm laughing at your dreams, that's great, you'll be admitted to Dongda University, and you'll be an excellent actor. I'll apologize to you then."

As soon as these words came out, Sakai Masa's heart was shocked.

Often when it comes to this level, then the next step will be...

Kagawa also said after hearing it: "Supervisor, there is no need to waste time with such a ignorant kid."

Although Masato Sakai fully understands the meaning of these words, relying on his years of experience in watching dramas and movies, especially the various routines in Japanese movies.

Will it be after this...

Iwata Takeshi saw Masato Sakai's eager eyes, but he just shook his head and smiled.

"Are you expecting that I will give you a chance?"

When Sakai Masato heard this, the hope that had just risen disappeared instantly.

However, isn't this the case in Japanese film and television dramas?

First scold people and then give them a chance?

Could it be that Masato Sakai is my turn...

Takeshi Iwata said directly: "The movie this time is called "That Summer, The Tranquil Sea". I really need an actor who is about your age, but this actor also needs to master the minimum surfing skills. I think With your body type, I'm afraid you're not very good at sports."

Movement...Sakai Masato was stunned for a moment.

Takeshi Iwata remembers that even if he is running, Masato Sakai will show you what is the essence of human peristalsis.

Therefore, although the vicious man loves talents, this movie probably has nothing to do with the people of Sakai.

Kagawa felt a little uncomfortable at the moment. In fact, he was still optimistic about this very energetic boy in front of him, but he really didn't see that the other party was not good at sports.

boss!Excellent eyesight!

But at this moment, Sakai Masato seems to have returned to his soul.

"What if I could master it? I mean, the movie is supposed to start shooting in the summer, right? If I can master surfing in that period of time, then, is it okay?"

Sakai Masato's thirst for the role, his strong desire, even infected Kagawa.

However, Takeshi Iwata crushed him again.

"It's not summer, it will start in March."

How can it be repaired! ...Sakai Masato sighed with emotion.

Destiny is not mine!

But... what if it's not with me?

"Director Iwata, I will definitely master surfing skills by March!"

Leaving those words, Masato Sakai bowed to Takeshi Iwata and ran away.

Leave Takeshi Iwata and Kagawa, you look at me, I look at you.

"Boss, do you actually think this kid is pretty good?"

Takeshi Iwata said coldly, "What if he goes surfing randomly and hangs up?"

"Ah this..." Kagawa had a big head, but when he saw Takeshi Iwata's face, he smiled again and immediately chased out.

Takeshi Iwata shook his head helplessly. It would be great if Masato could join us, but this time he really needed surfing skills.

I started to look at the materials for recruiting actors again.

Terashima Jin?

It's a coincidence that this guy appeared, but it's just a trick for now.

Turning over and over, Iwata Takeshi suddenly thought of a very serious problem.

If Masato Sakai joins, am I still responsible for the appearance of our Iwata studio?

How can it be repaired...

Chapter 069 Awards season, a good start!

In the early morning of winter, Sangu went out early.

The script has passed the review of the TV station, but I don't know if Ming Cai can be invited to play.

Even if he couldn't, Mitani felt that the gap between himself and the enemy of his life should be shortened.

It's just that he never imagined that Takeshi Iwata was troubled by the issue of appearance.

Today, Sangu is going to a magazine.

"The Art of Cinema".

"Sangu-sang, good morning."

"Miss Ryoko, good morning."

I had met twice in Iwanami before, and this time Kobayashi invited him to an important meeting of "The Art of Cinema".

Mitani knew in his heart what this meeting was, and now, the award season for Japanese films had actually begun.

There are so many newspapers and magazines in Japan.

So, how to increase the circulation of your publications?

Make a list!

Almost every newspaper and magazine, no matter what the field, has its own ranking.

Don't talk about consumer fields such as automobiles, catering, clothing, beauty, etc. Even if it is a brother magazine, it will... oh, of course, this is the field of philosophy.

Therefore, the beginning of each year is the busiest time for publishing houses.

To sum up the previous year, in the end how to rank.

Therefore, it is quite normal to invite some people in this field to participate.

When Kobayashi mentioned this, Mitani was very happy, because he knew that the current editor-in-chief of "The Art of Cinema" is a very famous scriptwriter.

Arai Haruhiko.

If Nagisa Oshima's films always have a sexual theme, then Haruhiko Arai prefers to add criminal elements to them, even challenging more taboo areas.

As a young script writer, Mitani has admired Mr. Araki for a long time. This time, Kobayashi's invitation, he agreed without thinking.

In fact, Haruhiko Arai only served as the editor-in-chief of "The Art of Cinema" last year, which means that this selection of the list is also his first time.

The magazine "Art of Cinematography" has two main lists.

The best and the worst.

Comparatively speaking, Tenten is more famous.

Interestingly, it is often a bad movie, not the kind of bad movie in the eyes of all of us.

Even some works that everyone thinks are good and won awards at certain film festivals will also enter this list.

Possibly the worst one.

In short, it is unconventional and eye-catching.

This year, it will be hosted by Haruhiko Arai, what bold move will he make?

Soon, Mitani saw Mr. Arai.

"Welcome to our club, this year's top ten and ten bad selections, let's start the discussion now."

Sangu did not expect it to be so direct.

Arai Haruhiko wears a pair of glasses, he has a very serious face, and he looks like the kind of person who doesn't like to joke.

Anyone who met him would be hard-pressed to imagine that such a person could write such a bold movie script.

There were a few others who came to the meeting with Sangu, and their identities were somewhat mixed.

In addition to people in the film industry, there are office workers, students, and even housewives.

Although the number is small, the coverage is very broad.

Clearly, the magazine wanted to hear a lot of advice.

But Sangu knew that even though he put on such a posture, generally speaking, the magazines would still focus on themselves.

Many companies in Japan are like this. Suggestions or opinions will be listened to, but they will not be changed.

Will Haruhiko Arai change this time?

"Last year's best should be "Dunhuang", this is indisputable, right?"

"It's true, after all, the box office is the highest."

"That... I think the popular "Infernal Affairs" right now is very good."

"This movie is really good."

At the beginning of the discussion, the two films became the focus of "Dunhuang" and "Infernal Affairs".