wavenovel Chapters 1537 and 1546, Part 1: Heading to New York for a car chase!!!
Chapters 1537 and 1546, Part 1: Heading to New York for a car chase!!!
Chapters 1537 and 1546: Next up, a car chase in New York!!!
Naoki Nagayama felt like he was coming home when he returned to the artsy seating area in Ikebukuro.
Speaking of which, after Shuyu acquired this cinema, it underwent renovations and equipment upgrades, and even its services were improved. It's now considered a high-end cinema in Tokyo. However, since Shuyu doesn't rely on this cinema for profit but rather for advertising, the ticket price hasn't increased.
This is why this artsy spot attracts many film lovers. Every weekend and holiday, countless young men and women like to come here to watch a movie, see the exhibition of tree friends' works, and enjoy the thoughtful service.
Today, this movie theater has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ikebukuro.
"It's so lively!"
Because of the heavy traffic, Naoki Nagayama, wearing a trench coat, stood in front of the artsy seating area and remarked as he watched the people arriving, having parked early.
"You still came to support us on such a cold day!"
"Of course!"
Matsuo Muneo said very excitedly.
"Who wouldn't want to see a preview screening of 'Fast & Furious' beforehand!"
"Look at all these luxury cars on this road, you won't regret seeing them – they're all movie props!"
Some of the luxury cars sponsored by various cinemas in the movie were sold, but a large number remained. At this preview screening, the promotional plan highlighted these cars, claiming they would be used in the film.
"After this is over, Naoki-san and the main production team want to take pictures in front of these cars!"
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Naoki Nagayama wiped his face, which had been frozen by the wind, and sighed helplessly.
"Fine, whatever."
It's all for the movie, what's wrong with taking a picture!
After entering the cinema through the back door, the lobby became even more lively, with people from the marketing department of Tree Friends, the original cinema staff, and the film's creative team all present.
"Takakura-san, you're here so early?!" "Matsusaka-san, you look great today!" "Is Shizuka-chan busy with the Kohaku Uta Gassen lately?!" "."
Celebrities and top idols—the lobby of the artsy lounge is like a mini-Walk of Fame!
After greeting each of the lead actors, I finally saw Leon Lai and the others, who seemed a bit reserved.
"Leon, did you fly in today?"
"Yes."
Dawn smiled and nodded.
"I just got off the plane not long ago."
"So rushed? Is your schedule very tight?"
Naoki Nagayama was somewhat surprised, as these three artists from Hong Kong were not exactly big stars yet.
It's Leon!
Ekin Cheng said with a smile,
"He's releasing songs and performing now, he's incredibly popular!"
Ever since they were invited by a famous Japanese director to make a movie, their agency anticipated that they would become famous in the future and immediately increased their investment in them.
Opportunities they never dared to dream of before, such as appearing on variety shows, releasing albums, and participating in TV dramas, all came to them, allowing them to choose freely. Although it had only been a few months, they all felt like they were in a dream.
Leon Lai's popularity rose very quickly because of his excellent looks, temperament, and singing skills!
"Haha, that's great!"
Naoki Nagayama nodded in approval.
"You all have a bright future ahead of you! You're just getting started!"
"Thank you, Naoki-san!" x3
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Matsuo Muneo walked over and said:
"Naoki-san, it's almost time for the preview screening; it's time to bring in the people!"
"Ah, let's begin!"
With Naoki Nagayama's approval, the staff immediately got to work.
The preview screening was attended by media, critics, directors, industry professionals, and some film enthusiasts. The main cast and crew took their positions to welcome the first group of media representatives and industry leaders from the entertainment industry.
The first to rush in were, of course, the reporters who had been waiting for a long time. As soon as they entered, they set up their cameras and started taking pictures.
Some reporters approached Naoki Nagayama and the others, trying to find out something, but they were separated by the prepared staff.
Next up are industry insiders, many of whom are familiar faces to Naoki Nagayama.
"Naoki-san, congratulations on the preview screening of your new film!" "Director Nagayama, that was fast!" "As expected of Director Naoki!"
Naoki Nagayama responded with a smile, occasionally saying a few polite words, until he saw a guy who was ugly but had a strong personality!
"Naoki-san, I'm here too!"
Takeshi Kitano walked over enthusiastically.
"I can't miss Naoki-san's new movie!"
"Haha, Kitano-san."
Naoki Nagayama greeted him.
"Shouldn't you be busy?!"
Takeshi Kitano's film has just finished shooting, and according to the schedule, it should be undergoing intensive and orderly editing now.
"It's only a morning's difference!"
With a wave of his hand, Takeshi Kitano appeared quite nonchalant.
"Besides, I also want to see how Naoki-san's racing movies are edited. Maybe I can learn Naoki-san's secret techniques!"
"Haha, Kitano-san is joking!"
Naoki Nagayama quickly became modest, explaining that when he first started making films, they were all based on Takeshi Kitano's works, and he felt somewhat insecure in front of him now.
"Director Kitano's films are unique and therefore worth studying!"
"Haha, Naoki-san is so good at talking. Is this how all masters are humble?"
Takeshi Kitano smiled, a rare hint of disappointment on his face, and then sighed.
"Looking back now, I always feel that my ideas are very similar to those in Naoki-san's early films, and I have been deeply influenced by Naoki-san!"
You could even say that many times I feel like I'm hiding in Naoki Nagayama's shadow and can't escape it.
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Naoki Nagayama patted Takeshi Kitano on the shoulder; he believed in Kitano. He was a truly talented director!
"Kitano-san, you can surpass me! I believe in you!"
"Haha, then I'll take Naoki-san's good wishes!"
Upon hearing this, Takeshi Kitano smiled, then regained his nonchalant demeanor.
"Alright, I'll go wait for the movie to start!"
"please"
After escorting Takeshi Kitano to the screening room, Naoki Nagayama returned to the lobby to greet guests.
However, I was somewhat curious.
"Takeshi Kitano is here. Has Kinji Fukasaku, the other director who also makes racing films, come?"
At this moment, Kinji Fukasaku was engrossed in editing in the editing room when an assistant came up to ask him something:
"Mr. Fukasaku, I heard that Naoki Nagayama's new movie is going to have a preview screening. Didn't you get invited to watch it?"
"Yes, but I don't want to go!"
Kinji Fukasaku, feigning seriousness, patted his own footage.
"Editing requires focus; I don't want to be influenced by other films before I've finished editing my own!"
Upon hearing this, the assistant exclaimed in admiration:
"As expected of Fukasaku-san."
In reality, Kinji Fukasaku was afraid of Naoki Nagayama's movies. What if he saw something shocking and embarrassed himself?
You should know that after his cancer surgery, his self-control was already declining day by day.
The screening room was packed, with Naoki Nagayama and Ken Takakura sitting in the front row.
The lights dimmed precisely on time! The preview screening of "Fast & Furious" officially began!
From the very beginning, the thrilling high-speed carjacking scenes are heart-pounding. The Fast and Furious franchise gets the audience's adrenaline pumping from the start!
Although the male lead, Leon Lai, is not a familiar face in Japan, his handsome appearance still made the audience nod in approval, saying that he was definitely the male lead!
"Wow~~"
With her slender waist, cargo pants, and wild charm, Shizuka Kudo caused a stir among the audience as soon as she appeared on screen, especially her fans who were incredibly excited!
The eye contact and exchange between the two were incredibly captivating, and Shizuka Kudo's fans seemed to have suddenly realized that their idol had become so sexy!
When Keiko Matsuzaka appeared next, the audience gasped in shock.
Compared to Shizuka Kudo's youthful innocence, Keiko Matsuzaka is now a stunning and sexy top star, leaving audiences in awe the moment she appears!
"Wow~~" "So beautiful!" "That's mature charm!" "I want that older sister to step on me." "Get lost!"
"Fast & Furious. Speed's there, but is that all the passion is?!"
Whispers filled the screening room. Matsuzaka Keiko, sitting in the front row, looked slightly exasperated, but there was nothing she could do; she was all about the sexy image.
However, all of this stopped when Ken Takakura appeared. As soon as this domineering figure appeared, people knew that Keiko Matsuzaka in the movie must be the man's woman.
As the story unfolds, after a conflict, Leon Lai joins Ken Takakura's racing team and embarks on a high-speed journey of modifying cars and racing.
"Wow, that's the Tokyo-Yokohama coastal expressway!!" "Daikoku PA, I've heard about the street racing there."
The racing on the coastline was just the beginning; the next race took place on Mount Akina!
On the downhill road of Mount Akina, the race between Dawn and Ken Takakura was breathtaking. The treacherous mountain road seemed to become a flat road under their wheels!
"Mount Akina? Never heard of it?!" "It's Mount Haruna, right? I think there's a Lake Haruna at the top."
On the winding road, seeing the tension on Dawn's face and the calmness on Takakura Ken's face, everyone sighed that experience truly matters!
Wow!!" "Wow!!" "Awesome!!"
When Leon Lai used the drainage ditches to navigate the five consecutive hairpin bends and overtook Ken Takakura, the audience gasped in amazement.
"Five consecutive hairpin bends? A drainage ditch around a bend?! Is that even possible?!"
"Is this for real?!"
The storyline continues along the Osaka Expressway and the Kyoto Loop.
Led by Ken Takakura, the team competed against racing clubs from different regions, showcasing the racing culture of Japan. Every track was marked with the tracks of dawn!
Dawn was sent undercover as a police officer to investigate a case in Ken Takakura's motorcade. However, he was gradually influenced by the loyalty within the motorcade, and perhaps also by the growing affection between him and Shizuka Kudo. The boundaries in his heart began to blur.
However, he eventually discovered evidence linking Ken Takakura to the high-speed robbery. Driven by a sense of duty, the police reported it to Sakuradamon.
"Don, Marseille, I'm an undercover agent."
Before the police surrounded them, Dawn found Ken Takakura.
"Turn yourself in, there are police everywhere outside!"
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Ken Takakura's disappointment, Keiko Matsuzaka's disbelief, and Shizuka Kudo's despondency and pain—all of this caused Dawn's heart to turmoil.
Finally, Ken Takakura said one sentence:
"I won't stay in that cage!"
"If you want to arrest me, you'll have to catch me first!!"
Then, a modified car with a roaring engine crashed through the door and sped away. Dawn instinctively got into his car and followed closely behind!
With sirens blaring, it seemed as if all the police cars in Tokyo were involved in the operation, forcing Ken Takakura to flee hastily through the city's streets.
Suddenly, the two cars, which had been chasing each other, reached an intersection. The speeding car crashed into a trash can on the corner as it turned, terrifying two pedestrians!
"Wow, those two extras have pretty good expressions!"
Takeshi Kitano's eyes lit up. As the director, he naturally recognized that the two actors' performances had surpassed the level of ordinary actors.
"It looks so real!"
"Just extras? Hidden gems?! We can hire them for our next movie!"
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However, the other spectators were once again amazed:
"Is this the major intersection in Shinjuku?! The busiest intersection?!"
"They really filmed a street race at this intersection!!" "Billboard!!"
"Hey, hey, hey, I've been to that store before!"
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I'd heard that "Fast & Furious" was being filmed in a private theater in Shinjuku, but when it actually appeared on the big screen, it still caused a sensation!
The next shot is a close-up, with the camera positioned right in the middle of the intersection, as if someone is standing there watching.
On the giant screen, the roar of engines echoed through the Shinjuku intersection at night as two supercars chased each other like two steel beasts, rushing past with ferocious momentum.
The tires left long skid marks on the asphalt at the intersection, and the audience seemed to smell the burning rubber!
After a brief pause in breathing, the audience dared to breathe freely again!
"Wow!!" "My God!!" "So strong! So strong!"
The reporters below couldn't help but twitch their fingers; how they wanted to take out their cameras and capture this scene!
That would be such a great headline story tomorrow!
The chase reached its final moment. After shaking off the police cars, a garbage truck suddenly appeared in front of Ken Takakura's car on a side street in Tokyo. As Takakura instinctively swerved to avoid it, his sports car flipped 360 degrees.
Dawn, who was following behind, avoided the accident, slammed on the brakes, and rushed to rescue Ken Takakura.
"it's over!"
Ken Takakura, who had sustained some injuries, sighed; his car was wrecked.
However, at this moment, Leon Lai, who had been struggling with his feelings, finally saw his own heart clearly and realized that he had long regarded Ken Takakura as family.
He handed over his car keys.
I still owe you a car.
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When the lights in the screening room came on, all the audience members felt they hadn't had enough!
"It's over?!" "How could it be over?!"
The Fast and Furious franchise captivated audiences from the very beginning, with its fast-paced plot twists and turns that kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
The roar of engines, the laughter of dancing, the camaraderie of brothers, the struggles of an undercover agent, all combined with a heart-pounding, adrenaline-pumping high-speed chase.
Racing is an extremely exciting sport, but most people can't try it!
In this film, Naoki Nagayama allows all viewers to immerse themselves in the protagonist's perspective, experiencing the thrill of high-speed racing alongside him, and also feeling the brotherhood between men and the emotions between men and women.
but
"How could it be gone?!"
A member of the audience shouted a question.
"Is Naoki-san's time over?!"
At this moment, the host, who had rushed in, quickly spoke into the microphone:
"Don't worry, everyone, the interview is coming up next!"
"Please welcome the main creative team!"
Naoki Nagayama, Ken Takakura, Leon Lai, Keiko Matsuzaka, Shizuka Kudo, and others stepped into the spotlight.
Under the lights, the audience in the theater felt as if the characters from "Fast & Furious" had come to life!
At this moment, Naoki Nagayama took the microphone from the host and said with a smile:
"Haha, everyone, don't worry, the story of 'Fast & Furious' is definitely not over yet!"
"Next time, we're going to go car racing in New York!!"
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