It was also one of Chen Kun's entrance scenes after Young Chen Mo exited at the beginning of the film: "Save the Cat."
More precisely, he was saving the female lead, Xu Zhicui.
If this scene was filmed after Chen Kun's entrance, Fan Bingbing would not need a younger actor, because Chen Kun would make Fan Bingbing appear younger by contrast.
If it was filmed before his entrance, with Yang Yang as her scene partner, they would have to find another actor.
"Director, I want to experience that sense of penetration again."
Fan Bingbing invited Shen Shanden to discuss the scene with her, suggesting they handle matters according to regulations in her room.
This scene would be her first shot before the audience. It had to be stunning!
It absolutely could not fall short of Chen Hao.
The rivalry between female stars had always been this blunt, especially among the leading actresses of this era, who would jump into the fray and tear into each other at the slightest provocation.
Fan Bingbing needed Shen Shanden to impart wisdom, teach her the craft, and clear up her doubts!
"At the hotel lobby bar."
Shen Shanden saw through Fan Bingbing's little scheme at a glance.
Hmph, wicked woman! She underestimated the immense power he had gained through abstinence.
They would discuss the scene right there in the hotel lobby, in public. What could Fan Bingbing do then?
"All right." Fan Bingbing had no choice but to put away her little scheme, settling for a few small moves instead.
But as Shen Shanden delved deeper into his analysis, she grew serious as well.
"I won't use any flashy camera movements. I'll use only the clumsiest yet most effective methods: precise composition, ultimate control of light and shadow, environmental contrasts brimming with a sense