Chapter 005: The Savage Man Shoots "The Savage Man"
However, he mustered the courage to say: "May I ask, are you looking for me? I am Akira Yamaguchi, the manager of this establishment"
Natsume Sōseki's influence on Japanese literature may be contentious if one claims he is the foremost figure, yet it is indeed quite difficult to find someone who surpasses him
Takeshi Iwata directly seized the wrist of the person in front of him
When a person is fully focused on doing something, certain special situations may arise
Firstly, the original film was exceptionally well-made, winning multiple awards and providing a strong start to Takeshi Kitano's directing career
This ... ...
but walked straight towards a bookstore that seemed quite familiar
To be honest, sitting in a place like this and drinking coffee, Takehiko Iwata himself felt somewhat out of place.
The blood pressure has risen, is it still necessary to observe for five days
It is likely that his Yakuza mentality is at play, as it seems that someone like him should not be in such a place
Thus
Script? Although Akira Yamaguchi understands what this is, he is still quite confused. "If it's a script, why has it found its way to me?"
The old man continued, saying: "Do you want to make a movie? I..."
Yes, I have come continuously for five days
Takeshi Iwata is here to discuss the issuance
Moreover, looking south after exiting the subway, one can see the renowned Yiqiao Group not far away
In the film, not only is the male protagonist a violent man, but the antagonist is also an extremely violent man
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A few days later
Coffee
He has been drinking coffee for five consecutive days, demonstrating great sincerity and patience.
Iwanami Shoten, the first floor is a bookstore, the second floor is a café, and the third floor is a cinema
Strictly speaking, the current Iwanami Bookstore is different from its earlier version, although it is still located in the three-story building purchased in 1920
Moreover, it is quite enjoyable to write while cursing at the same time
Be the male lead again
However, regarding these matters, the man who has just emerged from the subway station, with a fierce expression, is completely indifferent.
Director, screenwriter, oh right, in Japan there is the position of 'supervisor', and he, Iwata Takeshi, serves as the supervisor. As for the on-site director, it is referred to as 'performance' in Japan, and he is also in charge of that. Regarding the photography work, he had also dabbled in it when he was at the Hengdian studio.
On the fourth day, they missed it
As for the current situation, 10 million yen is less than 100,000 US dollars
Why is there still cursing and complaining when writing a script
The popularity of his works is evident
At present, a man with a fierce appearance has joined the café, which has a history of over sixty years
At this moment, Yamaguchi Akira's legs trembled
No
After all, Iwanami Shoten is also a publishing house, so the operation of the bookstore combined with a café must be distinguished from publishing activities
Currently, it has been directly appropriated by Iwata Takeshi, and he is also preparing to personally play the male lead
However, ... it does look a bit fierce, quite frightening
Takeshi Iwata
Film is a highly risky investment, and this risk is primarily reflected in its distribution
However, Takehiro Iwata still swallowed those verbal expressions. He smiled, stood up, and extended his hand, saying, "Hello, my name is Takehiro Iwata, and I have important matters to discuss with the store manager."
Late at night, the tranquil Tokyo
Takeshi Iwata arrived in Jimbocho, and as a Yakuza, he seemed to be inherently out of place here
It was not possible to read a book while drinking coffee in Japan before 1920
Shigeo Iwanami himself made significant contributions to the cultural development of Japan, one of which was the publication and distribution of the works of Natsume Sōseki
Oh
I, Iwata Takeshi, am not an army... Oh no, I mean a creative team
The person the waiter was speaking to indeed caught the attention of Akira Yamaguchi
Fortunately, at this moment, Akira Yamaguchi fully demonstrated his professional qualities, having previously started his career as a waiter
There are two characters on the sign outside this bookstore that are particularly eye-catching
How terrifying, am I going to be beaten?
Jimbocho, here can be said to be the most culturally artistic place in all of Japan
Secondly, Takehiro Iwata remembers very clearly that the production cost of this film should not be high
When that person arrived on the first day, Akira Yamaguchi was not in the store
The old man was taken aback, yet he did not say much. He could tell that the other party was trying to drive him away
Of course not
However, I heard Iwata Takeshi say: "This is not a novel, this is a script"
This has not been asked, so shall I go and inquire
One thing is certain: almost everyone in Japan has read his works
I confirm that your facial features are quite fierce
For Iwanami Shoten, the first published work of Natsume Sōseki is "Kokoro"
Takeshi Iwata said very solemnly: "It is very simple, because I hope that this film can be screened in your theater in the future"
At a small intersection, there are over one hundred bookstores
The Violent Man shoots The Violent Man
Could it be an old glass?
What a nuisance, I always seem to encounter a bald old man, and this fellow is always smiling at himself
Having crossed over myself and possessing such a fierce face, I must certainly make full use of it
It is done
Autumn knife bag
Shogakukan and Shueisha are both here
"Sir, do you have something to discuss?"
I have never heard of it, but when this man smiles... it becomes inexplicably even more terrifying
"Violent Man" was originally Takeshi Kitano's first directorial work
The two had missed each other, and the next day, Akira Yamaguchi saw that person's face and felt somewhat frightened, so he made an excuse not to meet.
This is the key point
What are you doing here
Although an unexpected sum of 10 million yen has returned, Iwata Takeshi is uncertain about how much can actually be accomplished with this 10 million
Akira Yamaguchi is currently the manager responsible for the operations of the headquarters
As the bookstore manager, Akira Yamaguchi immediately understood the situation, but he smiled and said, "I apologize, dear customer, if you wish to submit a manuscript, you may contact our store's editor, and I can assist you..."
It has already been the fifth day, five consecutive days.
On the third day, he was not in the store
Akira Yamaguchi is mainly afraid, besides, that person did not complain about our store's poor service, so it would be better for him not to go as the store manager
However, he must come, as this is crucial for his film
release
Producing a film with a budget of 100,000 US dollars is indeed a tight squeeze
The Shueisha of the 1980s was quite interesting; some have commented that this office building of Shueisha should simply be named the Masami Kurumada Building
Takeshi Iwata must control costs effectively
Yet there are those who, when writing a script, become so engrossed that their pen moves with the grace of a dragon and snake, cursing and swearing as they go
So, is the fierce-looking fellow here to buy a book
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Iwanami
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However, after the death of Shigeo Iwanami, the founder of Iwanami Shoten, the bookstore was no longer inherited by members of the Iwanami family, which gives a sense of inauthenticity
For example, when Michael Jordan plays basketball, he unconsciously sticks out his tongue
Before he could finish speaking, Takehiro Iwata interrupted, saying: "I am very sorry, but I am planning to make the film myself; I believe I can make better use of my face."
Takeshi Iwata displayed a demeanor completely unrelated to the Yakuza, with a face full of smiles and kindness
Akira Yamaguchi has indeed arrived, but as soon as the other party looked up, Yamaguchi's heart began to race again, how terrifying!
This guest ... ...
Takehaya Iwata said little and directly placed a stack of papers in front of Akira Yamaguchi
Takehiro Iwata is the same; he is fully engrossed in writing the script, having completely immersed himself in the film's storyline
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Yanagihara Cinema is reputed for screening only outstanding films
Saying that they are about to return, probably to look for a business card
However, just as the waiter was about to leave, Akira Yamaguchi noticed someone approaching.
For us Chinese, we are more familiar with his work "I Am a Cat," but here in Japan, his work "Kokoro" is more widely known, especially in textbooks
Arno
However, the success of this company is also attributed to its role in leading a trend
Unfortunately, there has been no progress over the past five days, and the person I wanted to see has not been seen; instead...
The old man said with a smile, "I have been observing you for five days"
To be honest, even an ordinary person would be filled with anger after just encountering that peculiar old man
Mr. Yamaguchi, that person has come again
Take it yourself
If the distribution is not done well, no matter how good the movie is, it will be difficult to succeed
Although he is currently wearing a very formal suit, there is not a hint of a Yakuza vibe about him
Iwatani Takeshi took seven days to complete the script, and then he repeatedly visited this Iwanami bookstore for five days
Did that person say what they want to do
With a smiling face, he extended his hand for a handshake and then inquired, "May I ask what the matter is?"
Well... it's better not to ask. Just say that I am not available.
Indeed, how strange it is; you should be looking for a film company, shouldn't you... Of course, one cannot dare to say such a thing, for he fears getting beaten up
How can this be repaired! This fellow has even come over here
It is now the fifth day, and that person is indeed very sincere
In summary, there are elements of Masami Kurumada and Saint Seiya everywhere, frequently assigned.
There is a reason why Iwata Takeshi chose this film
Teacher
Moreover, the cinema on the third floor is quite famous
In this way