Tokyo Bubble Life

Chapter 1318-1327, The closing ceremony must be a grand and spectacular affair!!

Chapters 1318 and 1327: The closing ceremony must be a grand and spectacular affair!!

As temperatures continue to drop, the maple trees in Tokyo are gradually turning from yellowish-green to red, and the autumn foliage viewing season has officially begun!

"Naoki-san, shall we go stay at the Red Fish Inn for a while?"

Before Naoki Nagayama left home, Akina asked,

"That place should be at its most beautiful time of year."

"Ah, that's true~"

The Benioin Temple in Kyoto, with its meticulously arranged gardens and distinctive halls in gold and red, has already gained some fame in the vicinity of Rurikoin Temple.

Some tourists chasing after the autumn leaves even glanced at it from afar and thought it was a new tourist attraction, so they wanted to go in and visit!

However, they left with a sigh after learning that it was a private courtyard!

"Speaking of which, Hua Jiang probably doesn't have any impression of Hongyuyuan, right?"

Seeing Natsuka walking over to see her father off, Naoki Nagayama squatted down and asked,

"Huajiang, do you want to go out and have fun in a few days?"

Xia Hua can understand most words now, especially the word "play," which excites the little one.

"want!"

"Haha~"

Naoki Nagayama laughed and pinched his daughter's cheek.

"Since Huajiang said she's going, then let's go!"

Hearing that the car to pick up her husband had arrived, Akina handed over the bag containing the satellite phone:

"Then I'll call the hosting company now."

"Yes, I'll talk to the captain on the plane today and ask him to contact the airport in Kyoto. Anyway, Kyoto is closer to Jurassic Island, so maybe we can get back earlier tonight."

"it is good"

Once Nagayama Naoki's car had disappeared from sight, Akina lowered her hand, then hugged Natsuka and whispered:

"Huajiang, Dad's birthday is the day after tomorrow. How about we help Mom prepare his birthday present?"

"Good~"

The little one still agreed with great enthusiasm, even though she didn't understand what her birthday present was.

Sitting on the sofa in the living room, Akina recalled the several times Naoki Nagayama had celebrated her birthday, and decided that this time she must plan a good birthday celebration for her husband!

"If it's Red Fish Courtyard, then we can make arrangements in advance!"

Naoki Nagayama, who flew to Jurassic Island again, greeted everyone on set with a smile as always.

Yuko Tanaka smiled when she saw Naoki Nagayama:

"I really envy Naoki-san. He commutes to get off work by plane every day."

"Haha, Yuko-san can ride the plane too!"

"Then forget it."

Yuko Tanaka immediately refused. Naoki Nagayama was a director, producer, and screenwriter. His word was law on set. He commuted to get off work on his own private jet. Others would only be envious if they knew, but it wouldn't affect his prestige at all.

If it were Yuko Tanaka, after a few times, all sorts of behind-the-scenes complaints about her being "arrogant," "unsociable," or "a crony" would probably come out. Naoki Nagayama might not care, but she would.

Moreover, if this gets leaked to the media, her reputation might suffer even more, considering she's already labeled as someone who broke up other people's families!

"The resort hotels here are quite comfortable, and they're also very close to the film set."

"Haha, you gave up on that yourself~"

Naoki Nagayama didn't try to persuade him further, and then took the filming schedule from Masataka Komori, who had come up to him.

"Oh, our first scene today is going to be about you guys dodging velociraptors?!"

"Yes."

Masataka Komori said, then pointed to a piece of dead wood on the set.

"They ran from a distance, then hid under this dead tree to avoid the dragons."

"However, since the velociraptors were created using post-production special effects, we'll temporarily use extras to represent them."

Then Naoki Nagayama saw in a corner of the set that the extras were imitating the running posture of a velociraptor. They were practicing tucking their hands into their elbows, tilting their necks forward, and running using only their feet.

Seeing this, Naoki Nagayama couldn't help but laugh:

"Hey, you guys are velociraptors, not hens!!"

That's really how it is; paired with the clucking sound, it really sounds like a mother hen running around.

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When not filming, Naoki Nagayama is very approachable on set, and the extras laughed and joked with him.

"There's nothing we can do, Naoki-san. We don't even know how velociraptors run." "It was Masataka-kun who showed us how ostriches run, and that's how we learned to run like that." "It's hard to maintain your balance."

Komori Masataka also smiled and explained:

"There's no way around it, Naoki-san. Wasn't it supposed to be that the velociraptor's running posture was designed based on an ostrich's?"

"Ostriches and chickens are both birds, so it's understandable that they have some similarities."

No scientist has been able to perfectly recreate the movements of a velociraptor, so it naturally relies on post-production synthesis. The velociraptor's long legs, long neck, and small claws do resemble those of an ostrich, so the source material for its movement postures comes from ostriches.

"Haha, well, that's the only way then~"

Naoki Nagayama said with a smile,

"But when you run, keep your hands tucked in, so you don't fall!"

"Hi~~" "We'll be careful!" "So during practice." "."

The extras responded with laughter, creating a very harmonious atmosphere on set.

Harrison Ford, the male lead, walked over. He had already changed into his costume for the shoot, looking every bit the explorer.

"Director Nagayama, is it really possible to composite this running footage using special effects in post-production?"

"Mr. Ford, you have absolutely no concept of technological advancement!"

Naoki Nagayama's face was full of confidence.

"Modern advanced computers can now combine different materials into a single special effects scene and then directly replace it onto a character!"

In fact, the ancestor of Photoshop, Barneyscan XP, has already been written. In a few years, PS, one of the four great Asian sorceries, will be commercialized!

"really?"

Harrison Ford was still somewhat skeptical, because most monster movies in Hollywood these days are still stop-motion films.

It involves posing the monster model, taking a photo of each frame, then slightly moving it before taking another photo. Just like drawing animation, you take photos one by one, and finally create a video.

Early films like "King Kong" were filmed in this way.

"Harrison, embrace technology!" Naoki Nagayama patted the burly man on the shoulder. "In the future, computer-generated special effects will be mainstream in Hollywood!"

"At that time, you will only need to stay in one room to film all the outside scenes!"

"Director Nagayama, I haven't read many books, don't lie to me."

"Haha, Harrison has also seen Bruce Lee?"

"No. I really didn't read many books."

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The two chatted as they arrived at the director's area of ​​the film crew. After confirming that the crew members were almost ready, Naoki Nagayama prepared to officially begin today's filming.

"But first, let's all rehearse!"

Naoki Nagayama picked up the megaphone.

"Everyone, pay attention. Before the official filming, let's practice a bit. When we get to the dead tree, the main actors will hide under it, covering their heads to avoid the extras playing velociraptors as they continue charging."

So on set, the extras and lead actors were all ready, as if they were about to run 800 meters.

"On your marks, get set, action!"

Still using "Action" as the slogan, all the actors began to frantically run away.

Harrison, Yuko Tanaka, and the other main actors were alright, but the extras' running was truly bizarre.

Running with your hands tucked under your elbows is inherently difficult, and several people lost their balance while crossing dead trees and fell. Luckily, the ground beneath them was soft.

"Haha, this is really difficult!" "I didn't chase anyone during practice." "There were no obstacles either."

After the practice session ended, the well-trained extras quickly began to look for the cause—that's the advantage of being a skilled worker!

While Naoki Nagayama was filming on Jurassic Island, Tokyo's entertainment industry was operating at full speed.

"The closing ceremony of the Tokyo International Film Festival is finally coming!"

At the headquarters of the Tokyo Film Association, Shuichi Itō convened another working meeting.

"Due to the stock market crash, we had to postpone the closing ceremony. However, after so much time, the turmoil in stock markets around the world has subsided."

"Although there have been many losses in the stock market, Japan and even the world need a chance to get back on our feet!"

In front of the executive committee members, Shuichi Itō appeared full of confidence.

"This closing ceremony must be a grand and spectacular event, one that will set the entire entertainment industry ablaze. We must showcase the vibrancy of Japan to the world!"

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Everyone else was somewhat surprised, such as Ikuo Suo.

"Does Shuichi mean to make additional investment?"

"Yes!"

Itō nods.

"We want to hold the closing ceremony at the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo!"

"We'll host the most lavish banquet and serve the finest drinks!"

"We need to invite the world's top bands to perform!"

"We need to invite world-famous celebrities!"

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The members of the executive committee looked at each other, completely stunned:

"Shuichi-san, this must have cost a lot of money!"

"Isn't this a bit too much!"

While the Tokyo International Film Festival serves to promote Japan and encourage the development of the film industry, its primary goal is still to make money!

The various parties on the executive committee initially joined in order to make money!

In fact, Shuichi Itō knew that such extravagance and waste were not good, but Naoki Nagayama had called him earlier and said that he should take advantage of this opportunity to promote the Shuyu Group to the world, highlight its status in Japan, and enhance its international influence.

Since Nakai Genta of Tree Friends Capital is currently stuck in New York, we need to do something to help him.

The Tokyo International Film Festival, a major international event, attracts coverage from major American media outlets, making it an ideal venue for exerting public pressure. Naoki-san assigned him a task: to spread the message at the Tokyo Film Festival that "the United States controls Japanese capital."

"I know it is indeed a bit extravagant."

Itō Shu nodded in agreement with the others' opinions, but still insisted on his own idea.

"However, this is also an opportunity. Countries around the world are in a period of downturn, and people need some encouraging news."

"To help people get out of this slump, the whole world will be vying to report on this grand event. This is also a great opportunity for the Tokyo International Film Festival to expand its influence to the Western world!"

"Therefore, this increased budget will come from the profits of the 'Tree Friends Support Fund'!"

Since the Tree Friends Support Fund is also managed by Tree Friends Capital, with approximately 50 billion yen in funds, it suffered no losses during this stock market crash and instead made a fortune against the trend. It can be said to be quite wealthy!

"Oh, I see." "The Tree Support Fund." "Then there's no problem!"

The committee members present all breathed a sigh of relief. Since they didn't have to pay for it, they could certainly indulge in as much extravagance as they wanted.

After seeing that everyone agreed, Shuichi Itō turned to Masatoshi Hirano, the new representative of the Ministry of Education:

"Mr. Hirano, I would also like to ask you to communicate with the higher-ups at the Ministry of Education to see if you can help promote this through the Ministry's channels with various countries. This is something that can increase Japan's international influence!"

"Yes! I'll speak to the Minister of Education!"

Masatoshi Hirano appeared calm. He had replaced Atsuko Toyama at the Tokyo Film Association. Due to the loss of power of the Takeshita faction, the Ministry of Education officials had now changed their attitude towards the Tokyo Film Association.

As everyone knows, the Shuyu Group seems to have ties with the Social Democratic Party, and the Tokyo Film Association will now be a Social Democratic Party stronghold!

"Thank you very much!"

Itō Osamu nodded, then looked at the representatives of the various television stations.

"Everyone, Fuji Television, TBS, NTV, and others, please broadcast the entire closing ceremony live as well!"

"Hi!" XN

After the work meeting ended, Suo Ikuo and Itō Shuichi chatted privately:

"Shuichi-san, will Naoki-san attend the closing ceremony? I heard he's filming in Jurassic Island?"

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Shuichi Itō scoffed. "What closed-door filming? Commuting to get off work by private jet every day, how comfortable must that be!"

"Of course Naoki-san will participate! He won the grand prize this time!"

"Haha, that's true!"

As the vice president, Ikuo Suo naturally knew the results of the competition; "Departures" won the grand prize.

"So, Momoe Yamaguchi will be participating too?"

"Probably."

Shuichi Itō wasn't very familiar with Momoe Yamaguchi either, but since this was her only film since her comeback, he would likely attend.

"Many fans are waiting for Momoe Yamaguchi~"

"Yes, after all, he belongs to the first generation of national idols."

After chatting about the Tokyo Film Festival for a while, Ikuo Suo's voice quieted down, and he started talking about other things.

"Shuichi-san, Hamada-san recently said that the Liberal Democratic Party is in great turmoil and it's very likely that they will lose the governing power to the Social Democratic Party this time!"

Suoh Ikuo asked,

"What is the actual relationship between the Tree Friends and the Social Democratic Party?"

"Over here."

After thinking it over, Shuichi Itō realized there was no need to hide it.

“We had contact with key members of the Social Democratic Party regarding the ‘Film Industry Labor Protection Act,’ and that’s how we developed a relationship. At that time, I was the one who persuaded the Socialist Party to sign it together!”

"Right now, the secretary-general and I still have a good relationship."

Suo Ikuo laughed:

"They've already worked together to push through a bill, so their relationship must be quite close!"

Politically, this puts them in the same camp!

"The Social Democratic Party is currently holding elections for members of parliament. Haven't you given your support?"

Does that mean he didn't make political donations and became a major donor to the Social Democratic Party?

"Well, that doesn't mean there isn't one."

Shuichi Itō mumbled,

"We still have a very positive view of some members of the Social Democratic Party!"

They've already invested in Yoshihiko Noda. If Noda becomes a bigwig in the Social Democratic Party, then Shuyu will be the party's most important financial backer! Initial public offering (IPO) shares!

"Haha, it's good that Shuyou Group has such foresight!"

Ikuo Suo knew very well that you needed connections to succeed in the entertainment industry. It seems that although the Shuyu Group is young, it has a very farsighted understanding!

It seems that the Tokyo Film Association should be able to continue to grow!

"Shuichi-san, I'll be the next president of the Film Association. So, who from the Tree Friends group will be elected the following year? Or will it be handed back to Shuichi-san?"

"Well"

Shuichi Itō shook his head.

I don't have any plans for that at the moment.

"Hahaha, I understand, I understand."

Suo Ikuo thought Itō Shuichi was just embarrassed to admit it.

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Shuichi Itō was speechless; the Tree Friends Group really hadn't expected that!

(End of this chapter)