Chapter 90: Princess Isabella

  After nearly a month of hard work, the crew finally completed filming some scattered scenes, and at this point, Song Tang's long-prepared grand scene was also ready to be filmed, with 3,000 people and 200 horses in an epic battle scene.

  Such a large-scale project, even if it were Song Tang, could not be completed in a short time, because it involves many mass actors. Due to the large number of mass actors, some temporary actors even wore watches and sunglasses during filming, which made several war scenes in the film have to be re-shot.

  As a result, Song Tang had to spend more time and money repeatedly shooting to avoid affecting the film's display effect.

  "Boss, I'm afraid this shot can't be completed again!" Danny, who was assisting Song Tang in filming this grand scene, looked at the chaotic scene below and said to Song Tang with a worried expression.

  "Ah, there are too many extras, can't be helped. These extras, after all, aren't professional actors, we can't expect too much from them!" Song Tang didn't have the same worries as Danny, after all, you can't compare these extras to professional actors. On this issue, Song Tang had mentally prepared himself before filming "Brave Heart".

  "Yes! But after shooting a few times and finally processing the special effects, I hope to achieve the expected effect!" As for what Song Tang said, Danny had the same feeling. Now that Director Song Tang didn't show any impatience, why was he anxious? After thinking this through, Danny, who was originally worried about affecting the film's effect, gradually put his mind at ease.

  Looking at Danny, who is only a few years older than himself, Song Tang couldn't help but nod secretly. For the current Da Tang, development is getting bigger and bigger, although the company often recruits some talents, but after all, excellent talents, especially those with talent in film production, are still too rare. Danny, who comes from a photography background and also understands film production, is undoubtedly a talented person. The production of several previous films has also shown Danny's extraordinary ability, but after all, Danny is still too young, and his exposure to film is relatively short, which is still some distance away from the kind of exceptional talent that Song Tang has in mind. This is also why Song Tang has been focusing on cultivating Danny in recent days, hoping that Danny can grow into an outstanding figure who can help him.

  Song Tang looked at the sun in the sky, which was slowly tilting to the west, and a day's time was about to pass. He could still take another shot of this scene, hoping it would be successful this time. Otherwise, he would really have to wait until tomorrow! Song Tang thought to himself.

  But just as Song Tang wanted to continue filming, he found that the scene was getting more and more chaotic. The repeated shootings had already made everyone exhausted, and the mass actors didn't have such high discipline after all. Many people came to participate in the mass actor just because of a momentary excitement, which made the originally not-so-neat scene look even more chaotic! How can this be filmed?!

  "Halt!!!" Seeing this scene, Song Tang couldn't help but shout "halt" once again.

  After Song Tang shouted "stop" again, he looked at the crowd of actors below, some were angry, some were puzzled, and some were excited! For a moment, his mind was also full of thoughts. In this era, being a director is not easy either!

  "Ladies and gentlemen, I know some of you may have come here out of curiosity or excitement, while others may want to test their acting skills. But no matter what the reason is, the fact that you are all here means that you are supporting me. Thank you everyone!" As he spoke, Song Tang thought of the disheveled crowd of extras below and bowed deeply in gratitude.

  The crowd below heard Song Tang's voice of gratitude, and just now, whether it was excitement, complaint, or impatience. Seeing that Song Tang did not have that kind of annoying highness, on the contrary, Song Tang personally bowed to himself and others to express his gratitude, and for a while, the entire filming scene became quiet.

  "You are able to come here to add color to the movie 'Braveheart', I believe that without your efforts, there would not be such a grand and magnificent war scene. 'Braveheart' is not just another Hollywood blockbuster in the classical sense, it's an epic heroic tragedy. Here, I want to say that the film really needs everyone's cooperation!"

  Here is the translation:

  Having said that, Song Tang paused for a moment and looked at the reactions of the people below. Seeing that everyone was listening intently, Song Tang felt secretly pleased: after all, many of these people were just here to join in the fun, and often didn't put in much effort. If they didn't solve the problem of people's enthusiasm, who knows how long it would take to finish filming this grand scene? However, in Song Tang's opinion, this was actually very easy to resolve - he had simply been waiting for the right moment to speak up!

  "I know everyone is tired, it's just that the scene is too grand and chaotic. Think about it, 3,000 people, 200 horses, what a magnificent sight! Don't you want to capture this moment on camera? Hold on, hold on, just hold on! As long as everyone follows my command, I believe we can make it through this one time, because classics will be born from each and every one of you."

  After hearing Song Tang's words, some people who were still complaining about the hardships of life couldn't help but lower their heads. Of course, there were also some people who didn't take Song Tang's words to heart. Naturally, Song Tang hadn't expected that his words would make everyone obey him, because miracles don't happen all the time!

  Then, Song Tang's tone changed and he said loudly: "I know some of you don't take my words seriously. Now I'm asking those who want to leave the crew, you can leave at any time, I won't stop you, because the work that follows will be even more tiring. However, the pay that should be given to you, I won't deduct a single penny from it. If there's anyone who wants to leave now, please follow this person in charge of the crew to receive your payment for these days!"

  As he spoke, Song Tang pointed to George standing not far from him and indicated that several people who wanted to leave should follow George to receive US dollars. Danny, who was standing next to Song Tang, discovered his intention and was about to speak out to stop him, but was immediately given a restraining glance by Song Tang. Seeing this, Danny could only reluctantly agree with Song Tang's intention, but in his heart, he was secretly praying that no one would leave, otherwise the crew would have to recruit new people again!

  After waiting for a while, Song Tang found that almost everyone who wanted to leave had left. He roughly counted and saw that there were less than 100 people leaving. Seeing this, Song Tang couldn't help but nod secretly in his heart. To be honest, at the beginning, Song Tang himself was also uncertain, but he had no choice but to use such a method to eliminate some people who didn't work hard. In life, you can fail, but you cannot not try; now it's the same, you may not be good at acting, but you must be serious and listen, otherwise, you have to leave!

  "Alright, since that's the case, let's hope everyone makes an effort and we succeed in one take. If we really can finish today, I'll treat you all to a bonus dinner and hold a bonfire party tonight!!!" With that, Song Tang gave a thumbs up, and sweet dates were still going to be given out. Seeing that time was almost up, Song Tang called out to Danny on the side to start reassembling the team for the final shoot of the night. If this take didn't go well, they would have to drag it into March, since today was already February 28th. And in March, there wasn't much time left for Song Tang to film the script, because in March, there was also a grand ceremony waiting for him to attend - the Oscars! The 29th of March evening was originally scheduled to take place at the California Los Angeles Music Center, but due to Song Tang's outstanding performance as a Chinese-American over the past year, the Oscars had changed the venue to the Hollywood Chinese Theater. And this year's host would be none other than Billy Crystal, who had hosted the 62nd Academy Awards! As for this grand event, Song Tang was not going to miss it!

  Just as Song Tang was indulging in his fantasies, Danny quickly got the filming crew ready. Seeing this, Song Tang swiftly adjusted the camera lens and shouted loudly at the front where Little Robert Donnie played William Wallace: "Ready to shoot!"

  At the sound of Song Tang's voice, William Wallace raised his arm high and shouted loudly: "Punch! The soldiers! Go forward!"

  After hearing the voice of William Wallace, the thousands of people behind him collectively charged forward, instantly forming a magnificent war scene with golden armor and iron horses! Seeing this, Song Tang's face revealed a smile, this was exactly the effect he wanted. Song Tang pressed down deeply on the camera button, recording this scene!

  Upon hearing Song Tang's affirmative words, the scene suddenly erupted in cheers. At this time, Song Tang also revealed a smile, it seems that tonight's bonfire party is confirmed!

  Due to its unique geographical environment, Scotland has a special climate type, mild and rainy throughout the year. If it weren't for Scotland's location in the Atlantic Ocean, the influence of the ocean would make the weather too foggy, this place would definitely be a popular tourist destination and a great place for people to live. Even so, it doesn't affect its charm.

  As the sun sets in the west, this small Scottish town, which is closest to the filming location of "Braveheart", becomes the most lively place. In the evening, Song Tang fulfilled his promise from the afternoon, and he had intended to do so all along. After all, after completing the final grand shot, "Braveheart" was basically finished filming, with only some scattered small shots left. And after the film's completion, a celebration party is a must. This year can also be considered as an advance celebration of "Braveheart". Of course, Song Tang would not share these thoughts with others.

  Scotland, where animal husbandry is well-developed, is basically a meat-based society. Looking at the crowds celebrating and singing under the fiery lights, Song Tang's heart secretly delights.

  "My director, your methods are quite underhanded today!" Just as Song Tang was secretly pleased with himself, Sophie came to his side and whispered in his ear. Sophie didn't think that after finishing the shot, Song Tang could complete all the preparations for the banquet in such a short time. After all, it's not possible to prepare food for thousands of people in just a short while. There was only one possibility: Song Tang had already decided to prepare the celebration activities ahead of time, and his speech this afternoon was just to mobilize everyone's enthusiasm!

  Feeling the softness emanating from Sophie's body, inhaling the faint scent of her perfume, thinking of the elegant appearance of Isabella, the queen she portrayed in the film, Song Tang's heart was ablaze with passion. He couldn't help but gently wrap his arms around Sophie's waist and whisper teasingly into her ear: "How could you think that way, my beautiful Queen Isabella!"

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