117. screenplay
Working with Jaeik was a truly special experience for Spielberg. Even though I have personally learned that working with someone is not always a very pleasant experience after coming to the current position and going through decades.
What the hell is the identity of that young man named Song Jae-ik? I was curious all over again. To the extent that I wonder if Song Jae-ik should have the modifier “genius,” not himself.
(I think I know why it was so highly praised.)
(yes?)
(Ah. No. I was just talking to myself.)
After negotiating with Mflix, Reed Hastings did. Working with Song Jae-ik would be a really special experience for the director.
It’s not just lip service, but countless people who have worked with him have said that in unison.
I was suddenly realizing why.
(Hoho. A show like this here?)
(Yes. I think this is the most effective directing.)
The strength of Song Jae-ik was that there was no frame. There was no hesitation in making any attempts, and since I was not buried in one frame, I was looking at something from various perspectives from various perspectives. This was a really great advantage.
It is also an advantage that no one can imitate. People who have risen to a certain level usually try to transform or twist their existing strengths rather than try something new.
That’s how styles come into being. Song Jae-ik is not like that at all. Several videos you’ve seen. From deciding to become a villain, to the annals of Joseon ghosts seen here, to animations.
There was no fixed style at all in the numerous works, and only the best and best results that fit the work of any genre were shown.
Of course, that part felt a little regretful, but that was the case. It was because he was so plain even in the parts where he could have expressed his thoughts.
(Definitely a little regretful, sorry.)
(Yes? Regret?)
Hearing Spielberg’s remark, Jaik asked what he meant. I thought it was going well, but it’s a pity.
Seeing Jaeik’s expression, Spielberg put on a benevolent expression and carefully explained what he thought he was sorry for.
(Your skills, needless to say, are more perfect than anyone I’ve ever seen. You’re not locked into a mold. As a result, you see things from different perspectives, try different things, and use different means.)
Even just talking about directing in the screenplay work right now is the same. If he just came up with a plan that he thought was the best as he did, Song Jae-ik made an attempt that he didn’t even think of, but if he thought about it, it would be okay.
(But. There is no Song Jae-ik in it.)
(I am not in it.)
At Spielberg’s words, Jaeik nodded as if he knew something.
(The important thing is to look at what kind of message I convey in my work. Of course, as part of directing, I can simply portray that fact. If it is something based on a true story.)
My thoughts and facts to be included in the film.
(On the contrary, the more factual the film, the more the director’s thoughts go into it. Just as the evaluation of any historical fact is different. In this respect, historical films are the best way to convey the message the director wants to convey. Because it is also evaluated as the material of
It was only then that I felt like I was firmly grasping what Spielberg was talking about. It was also true. To be honest, I’ve been focusing on how to make it so far.
how to make it better How to make it more fun. Which method would be better to use?
(For example, when there is a fantasy movie. If you watch the movie and it is pure entertainment, if there are no so-called blocked sections, and it continues to move forward, then that itself is the author’s idea. As a pure entertainment movie, laugh without thinking and enjoy it. Of course The director’s intentions should only be contained in the film. I think it’s entirely up to the audience how to accept them.)
If the movie contains my thoughts, when directing a scene. If directing method A is the best way to express the atmosphere, then method B can be the directing method that best captures my thoughts.
Of course, it was self-evident that if the acting of the actors would change, the script would also change.
(So Song. What is the message you want to convey in this film? The purpose as a simple entertainment film? Or what purpose do you want people to know about it?)
As Jaeik was lost in his thoughts, Spielberg paused for a moment before speaking his last words with a grin.
(I wonder if the screenplay work will start from there.)
That was right. When he fully digested his piano talent. And when I made the BGM of the webtoon with that talent, what is the reason why people were so upset and sad?
It was because my feelings of sadness were fully conveyed. However, as this shifted to content production, I wondered if I might have forgotten that fact and just immersed myself in making something.
As Spielberg said, there are times when you need to express yourself calmly and realistically, but that’s not always the case.
(I understand what you mean. Nice.)
(To be honest, you will definitely become a better and better maker with more experience. I guarantee that.)
I didn’t hear the word ‘ring’ in my ears, but I think this conversation with Spielberg today was the day I gained the biggest realization in terms of developing my talents in the future.
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[Over 200,000 supporters for the abolition of Joseon Exorcist.]
[Over 2,000 complaints about the suspension of production of Chosun Exorcist.]
[Joseon Exorcist Unending bad news. Cancellation of investment and advertising lines.]
[What’s wrong with Joseon Exorcist? Total incompetence of MBS.]
[Park Jin-ha’s comeback after 3 years ends in great failure.]
Tuesday. The problem that started to grow after the end of episode 2 of The Joseon Exorcist did not subside until two days passed, three days passed, and four days passed.
No, to be exact, as the day progressed, the attacks were getting stronger and increasing at the same time.
It was a version that even talked about the early end of episode 2, a first in the history of broadcasting. The images of the actors who appeared in Joseon Exorcist, who appeared knowingly or unknowingly, have already fallen into abyss, and the actors’ agencies have been putting pressure on them in all directions as to what to do about this situation.
As MBS, the burden was not the only one. It was a waste of publicity and production costs that had already been spent, but it was impossible to re-film the first episode after rewriting the script. Even if it is fixed, who would invest in a drama like this and put advertisements in it? Everyone is busy trying to save themselves.
“Cancel the purchase contract. The broadcast is also canceled.”
“yes? If that happens, there will be a loss…”
“Is your loss a problem now? damage?! Keep the contract and keep broadcasting! Wouldn’t you like to think about the falling stock price and ruining the broadcasting station’s image?”
“Oh, no… that’s it!”
“and you! Did you know that the author is from China? I did not know?”
“yes? Are you from China? No, not at all…”
“Since the PD is doing this, can the drama run properly? yes? A naturalized Chinese making a Joseon Dynasty drama? I will make it very well! That’s why this kind of four months happen!”
The director of the drama department had already been called to the president’s office and had been broken for a while, and when the PD was talking about that, I was on fire inside.
It wasn’t just about being broken by the boss. From the news department to the entertainment department, they were openly giving out dogs because they wanted it to be this time.
I can’t get into entertainment. It’s been a long time since the bulletin board has been plastered with cursing at the news bureau, saying that they are the same guys and not reporting the news to protect my family. Why do I have to suffer this humiliation just because of one drama?
When a problem broke out, I couldn’t fix it quickly, but I came up with a strange statement about making the case bigger.
It’s embarrassing to see myself go through such humiliation.
“still···”
“What? still? you! This baby. The manufacturer told me to take it in moderation and eat it! If you’ve been punished now, you’ll ignore even the instructions from above, right? yes? Is it a waste to spit you out?”
“Oh no!”
“f*ck off! Termination of all contracts including overseas copyrights! all! And sue the producer right away! We are victims too! We didn’t even know it was a drama like this! Announcing the statement!”
I poured out the anger and humiliation I received in the president’s office to the PD in charge, but the anger did not go away.
“and. I think you will be transferred to the province after this case is over!”
“no! Guk, chief!”
“Can’t you hear me say go away?! I know it’s because I’m going to the local non-production department!”
It’s a non-manufacturing department in the province. I don’t know where it is, but isn’t it literally saying go out on your own feet?
“…”
When the director turned around and didn’t even look at him, the PD hurriedly ran out of the director’s office biting his lips, knowing that if he held on tighter now, he would not even have a chance to return.
“No, did I know this would happen too? I thought I could get over the internet in moderation.”
With a grunt, he left the director’s office and quickly returned to his office. Because the eyes looking at me here and there were unusual.
But that’s it, and irritation was irritation. I only aired 2 episodes, but the drama is canceled? No matter how strong the public opinion was, I wondered if it was a bit too much.
In addition, the cancellation of the overseas copyright contract due to the cancellation of the broadcast made my head hurt. Aside from the producers, the broadcasting station would not be the only one suffering losses.
“How was the PD?”
When I entered the office, the staff looked at me with anxious eyes, and I let out a sigh.
“Cancellation of production. cancellation of broadcast. Post an apology. Overseas copyrights are also terminated.”
“yes? no. that is. I already filmed more than 10 episodes.”
The original plan was 14 parts. To say that we filmed 10 of them was that the end was just around the corner, but there was nothing we could do about it.
“Then did you hang on to the director and the boss by the crotch of your pants!”
To be honest, the most annoying thing in this situation was myself. How much did you drink and how much money did you get?
But in this case, shouldn’t it all be spit out? Not even a penny or two.
“Ah-oh! really!!!!”
Anxiety seemed to rise to the top of my head.
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“Big. In the end, the broadcast was canceled, the production was stopped, the overseas copyright contract was terminated, and the person involved apologized. They burst out one after another.”
Na Young-jin rubbed her twitchy mouth and quickly raised the screen of her phone. Everywhere I looked, it was full of news and comments about the problems of the Joseon Exorcist.
On the contrary, the image of Joseon Ghost Annals was on the rise due to this incident.
It is a conceptual drama, a good drama, as it is said on the Internet. In this way, the viewership ratings of episodes 3 and 4 scheduled to air next week are also expected.
The broadcasting station was also delighted with this sudden situation, not knowing what to do. Besides, isn’t Jaeik’s second work, Misty, airing next week?
In other words, Song Jae-ik was enjoying the special.
OMCTV was also attracting attention by advertising that it was the work of the artist Song Jae-ik.
“President Kim was also caught in his ears. Who would have predicted that The Joseon Exorcist would backfire like that. It is a work that cost more than 20 billion won. Besides, I’ve almost finished filming the drama right now, but the atmosphere is like a line if it’s upside down.”
I’m sorry, but Jaeik didn’t feel sorry for that part at all. Not at all.
There are dozens of people who are mobilized for drama production. But can we say that not a single one of those people knew the script or the scene was wrong?
not even one?
“Oh. did you hear the news? Find the hidden Song Jae-ik.”
Na Young-jin took out the event that has recently become popular on the Internet to change the subject when Jae-ik’s reaction was disappointing.
“Eh? What’s your name?”
“Find the hidden Song Jae-ik. event name. Didn’t you check properly?”
But Jaeik’s reaction was, “What’s your name?” However, contrary to the reaction, this event was creating a huge trend on the Internet.
Recently, the stock price rose once more due to the Joseon Exorcist incident.
‘Actually, there is even talk of a Song Jae-Ik fan meeting, but it’s not wrong.’
“Well, anyway, that’s due tomorrow? but isn’t that it? There have already been over 3,000 participants.”
“Three thousand? If you rent a movie theater, even if there are really many, it’s about 200 to 300 people.”
“Hehe. So. For your information, the name that Archivist calls the event is Song Jae-Ik Fan Meeting.”
Somehow, it seemed like they had an unannounced fan meeting.