Chapter 217

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Inside the huge soundstage, Huang Xiaoming and Liu Yifei wore black combat suits, with tubes for neural interaction connected to their arms and backs, and they stepped on drive linkages, as if each step consumed considerable effort.

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stepped on drive linkage

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Thus translation: "Inside the huge soundstage, Huang Xiaoming and Liu Yifei wore black combat suits, with tubes for neural interaction connected to their arms and backs, and they stepped on drive linkages, as if each step required considerable effort."

Make sure no extra words.

The two actors stood in a pre-built arc-shaped metal room that was over four meters high and eight or nine meters long, filled with various pipes and gears, representing the mech cockpit.

Translate: "The position of the two actors was a pre-built arc-shaped metal room over four meters high and eight to nine meters long, inside which were various pipes and gears, representing the mech's cockpit."

【21】

arc-shaped metal room representing the mech cockpit

Thus: "The position of the two actors was a pre-built arc-shaped metal room over four meters high and eight to nine meters long, inside which were various pipes and gears, representing the mech cockpit."

【31】

Translate: "\"Cockpit\" underneath is a wooden platform, driven by equipment to keep it in a slight shaking state, placed in the film corresponding to the pilot driving the mech forward."

Better: "Below the \"cockpit\" is a wooden platform, driven by equipment to maintain a slight shake, which in the film corresponds to the pilot driving the mech forward."

Thus: "Below the \"cockpit\" is a wooden platform, driven by equipment to maintain a slight shake, which in the film corresponds to the pilot driving the mech forward."

The boom mic and on-site sound equipment were moved forward to record their voices.

Translate: "The boom microphone and on-site sound recording equipment moved forward to record their voices."

Thus: "The boom mic and on-site sound equipment moved forward to record their voices."

【41】

Translate: "Moreover, in this soundstage there were four roughly similar-sized mech \"cockpits\" for use in filming the movie."

Thus: "Moreover, in this soundstage there were four roughly similar-sized mech \"cockpits\" for use in filming the movie."

Feng Xiaogang and Ge You, standing in the crowd, watched the filming process and both looked astonished.

Translate: "Feng Xiaogang and Ge You, standing in the crowd, watched the filming process and both showed looks of shock."

Thus: "Feng Xiaogang and Ge You, standing in the crowd, watched the filming process and both showed looks of shock."

【51】

Translate: "Both of them had seen Pacific Rim, found the film very shocking, and never imagined it was filmed this way."

Thus: "Both had seen Pacific Rim, found the film very shocking, and never imagined it was filmed this way."

"Director Jiang is amazing, you can even pull this off!" Ge You couldn't help but praise.

Translate: "\"Director Jiang is amazing, able to film this! \" Ge You couldn't help but praise."

Thus: "\"Director Jiang is amazing, able to film this! \" Ge You couldn't help but praise."

【61】

Translate: "Feng Xiaogang furrowed his brow slightly; he originally thought he just lacked funding, and with sufficient investment he could also make a good effects-heavy blockbuster."

Thus: "Feng Xiaogang furrowed his brow slightly; he originally thought he just lacked funding, and with sufficient investment he could also make a good effects-heavy blockbuster."

But after the tour, they realized that this mech sci-fi blockbuster really isn't something just anyone can make.

Translate: "But after touring, he realized that this mech sci-fi blockbuster truly isn't something just anyone can film."

Thus: "But after touring, he realized that this mech sci-fi blockbuster truly isn't something just anyone can film."

【71】

Translate: "Jiang Heng, according to the shooting plan, filmed shots such as \"driving the mech to walk, \" \"the driver being thrown back by an attack, \" \"sparks flying inside the cockpit, \" and \"the driver slashing in midair, \" among others."

Thus: "Jiang Heng, according to the shooting plan, filmed shots such as \"driving the mech to walk, \" \"the driver being thrown back by an attack, \" \"sparks flying inside the cockpit, \" and \"the driver slashing in midair, \" among others."

At least he appeared clueless, completely unsure what to do.

Translate: "At least he looked clueless, completely unsure how to do it."

Thus: "At least he looked clueless, completely unsure how to do it."

【81】

Translate: "This time the two came to visit the set, stayed a short while with the crew, and bought milk tea for everyone on site."

Thus: "This time the two came to visit the set, stayed a short while with the crew, and bought milk tea for everyone on site."

Regarding motion capture, filming the monster scenes left Feng Xiaogang and Ge You completely puzzled, unable to understand how post-production could produce such realistic monsters.

Translate: "As for \"motion capture, \" filming the monster scenes, Feng Xiaogang and Ge You looked bewildered, somewhat unable to understand how the post-production could produce such realistic monsters."

Thus: "As for \"motion capture, \" filming the monster scenes, Feng Xiaogang and Ge You looked bewildered, somewhat unable to understand how post-production could produce such realistic monsters."

【91】

Translate: "Lao Guo had just been popular for over a year, and was at the peak of his fame."

Thus: "Lao Guo had just been popular for over a year, and was at the peak of his fame."

However, the Pacific Rim 2 crew began production in mid-March and completed the indoor set shooting by early May.

Translate: "However, the Pacific Rim 2 crew started shooting in mid-March and finished the indoor soundstage filming by early May."

Thus: "However, the Pacific Rim 2 crew started shooting in mid-March and finished the indoor soundstage filming by early May."

【98】

"That's right, no need to be that meticulous!"

【101】

However, Feng Xiaogang, being a director, suddenly said softly to Ge You: "No wonder the mech-monster battles basically happen at night, saving money!"

【104】

Jiang Heng laughed: "Ah, it's not good to compare like that!"

【108】

Lao Guo said: "Director Jiang, you're being modest; you are now undoubtedly the top figure in mainland Chinese cinema, and by attending in person you're at least worth two!"

After all, it's a crew of over a thousand, and they spent a lot of money.

Translate: "After all, it's a crew of over a thousand people, and they also spent a lot of money."

Thus: "After all, it's a crew of over a thousand people, and they also spent a lot of money."

【118】

Translate: "Seeing that the lead actor, Fa Ge, didn't come to the premiere despite being the star, they felt a bit disapproving and made teasing remarks."

Thus: "Seeing that the lead actor, Fa Ge, didn't come to the premiere despite being the star, they felt a bit disapproving and made teasing remarks."

Chow Yun-fat and Gong Li were absent, but Guo Degang, He Jiong, Tu Jingwei, Shen Xing and others in ancient costume took the stage to host the premiere.

Translate: "Zhou Runfa and Gong Li were absent for reasons, but Guo Degang, He Jiong, Tu Jingwei, Shen Xing, and others in ancient costume took the stage to host the premiere ceremony."

Thus: "Zhou Runfa and Gong Li were absent for reasons, but Guo Degang, He Jiong, Tu Jingwei, Shen Xing, and others in ancient costume took the stage to host the premiere ceremony."

【128】

Translate: "That evening, after the crew wrapped up, Jiang Heng arranged a meal, and only then did the two leave."

Thus: "That evening, after the crew wrapped up, Jiang Heng arranged a meal, and only then did the two leave."

Afterward, the crew traveled to Japan, the United States, Australia, and other locations to shoot outdoor scenes, finishing all production by early June.

Translate: "Afterward, the crew went to Japan, the United States, Australia, etc., to shoot outdoor scenes, completing all production work by early June."

Thus: "Afterward, the crew went to Japan, the United States, Australia, etc., to shoot outdoor scenes, completing all production work by early June."

【135】

Afterward, several hosts came to the guest seats to greet Jiang Heng; Lao Guo laughed and said: "Today Fa Ge didn't come, which is a pity. But Director Jiang's presence is worth several Fa Ges, and the audience still gains!"

【141】

Translate: "After everything was done, Jiang Heng went to cameo in a few scenes of the Myth crew, and then subsequently attended the premiere ceremonies of Full City of Golden Armor and Night Banquet respectively."

Thus: "After everything was done, Jiang Heng went to cameo in a few scenes of the Myth crew, and then subsequently attended the premiere ceremonies of Full City of Golden Armor and Night Banquet respectively."

Jiang Heng chuckled, didn't pick up on his remark, and asked: "How have your recent performances been?"

Translate: "Jiang Heng chuckled, didn't pick up on his remark, and instead asked back: \"How have your recent performances been? \""

Thus: "Jiang Heng chuckled, didn't pick up on his remark, and instead asked back: \"How have your recent performances been? \""

【148】

"Pretty good, the audiences are supportive, and many people are buying tickets."

【154】

Translate: "He asked back: \"Have your recent films been good? \""

Thus: "He asked back: \"Have your recent films been good? \""

Jiang Heng laughed, "Not bad, so-so, but it's an improvement over the previous film!"

【157】

He Jiong said: "That's really amazing! When I first saw Pacific Rim, I was awestruck, feeling the mechs were like gods descending to earth!"

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Tu Jingwei said: "Yeah, when I first saw it, I was extremely excited! If you say the sequel has all kinds of upgrades, it's definitely going to be great!"

【163】

Jiang Heng smiled and said: "Please, everyone, come and show your support!"

【166】

Several people eagerly said, "We'll definitely go!"

【169】

Old Guo said he would bring his disciples, then added: "What do you think, can I create a crosstalk routine based on your film?"

Translate: "Lao Guo said he would bring his disciples, then after thinking added: \"What do you think, I could create a crosstalk routine based on your film, would that work? \""

Thus: "Lao Guo said he would bring his disciples, then after thinking added: \"What do you think, I could create a crosstalk routine based on your film, would that work? \""

【176】

Jiang Heng grew happier laughing: "Great, I think the program's name could simply be called 'I Want to Be a Director'!"

【180】

Guo Degang, upon hearing this, first froze, then exclaimed delightedly: "I want to be a director, I want to be a director, this meaning is great!"

After Old Guo became famous, he had always wanted to make money in the film and TV world, and Jiang Heng's words were exactly to his liking.

Translate: "Speaking of which, after Lao Guo became famous, he had always wanted to make money in the film and TV industry, and these few words Jiang Heng said exactly hit the mark."

Thus: "Speaking of which, after Lao Guo became famous, he had always wanted to make money in the film and TV industry, and these few words Jiang Heng said exactly hit the mark."

【190】

Translate: "Moreover, with his youthful quick wit, he had already thought up several punchlines while speaking, apologized to Jiang Heng, then ran off to find staff for paper and pen to jot down his ideas."

Thus: "Moreover, with his youthful quick wit, he had already thought up several punchlines while speaking, apologized to Jiang Heng, then ran off to find staff for paper and pen to jot down his ideas."

He Jiong then invited Jiang Heng to appear on a Mango TV variety show to promote the film.

Translate: "He Jiong then invited Jiang Heng to participate in a variety show on Mango TV to promote the film."

Thus: "He Jiong then invited Jiang Heng to participate in a variety show on Mango TV to promote the film."

【200】

Translate: "Shen Xing is currently at Phoenix TV; in another timeline, she appeared in 2007 in Xu Guangtou's film Love Call Transfer, playing Xu Lang's classmate and former girlfriend Pang Kun; although her screen time was extremely brief, she left a deep impression on viewers."

Thus: "Shen Xing is currently at Phoenix TV; in another timeline, she appeared in 2007 in Xu Guangtou's film Love Call Transfer, playing Xu Lang's classmate and former girlfriend Pang Kun; although her screen time was extremely brief, she left a deep impression on viewers."

Jiang Heng saw her and couldn't help but take a few extra looks.

Translate: "Jiang Heng noticed her and couldn't help but glance a few more times."

Thus: "Jiang Heng noticed her and couldn't help but glance a few more times."

【210】

Translate: "Shen Xing sweetly smiled and, in a somewhat coquettish voice, said: \"Director Jiang, do you have time for an interview with Phoenix TV? Everyone says you have high box-office expectations for Pacific Rim 2; now that the film is finished, do you think the global box office has a chance to break one billion US dollars? \""

Thus: "Shen Xing sweetly smiled and, in a somewhat coquettish voice, said: \"Director Jiang, do you have time for an interview with Phoenix TV? Everyone says you have high box-office expectations for Pacific Rim 2; now that the film is finished, do you think the global box office has a chance to break one billion US dollars? \""

Jiang Heng smiled and said: "That's certain; this film has been fully upgraded in plot, effects, etc., compared to the first, and I believe it will achieve better box office results."

【213】

"May I have your private contact information so we can coordinate the interview timing later?"

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Jiang Heng smiled and agreed; Shen Xing gave his phone number, and Jiang Heng called him.

Translate: "Jiang Heng laughed and said okay; Shen Xing then gave her phone number, and Jiang Heng dialed it on his phone."

Thus: "Jiang Heng laughed and said okay; Shen Xing then gave her phone number, and Jiang Heng dialed it on his phone."

【226】

Translate: "He Jiong, seeing that, also left his phone number."

Thus: "He Jiong, seeing that, also left his phone number."

He then said: "By the way, your company's show 'The Great Feng Patrolman' is also about to air; you can come to our 'Happy Camp' to record a promotional bit."

【229】

Jiang Heng, upon hearing this, was indeed somewhat tempted.

Translate: "Jiang Heng, upon hearing that, indeed felt somewhat tempted."

Thus: "Jiang Heng, upon hearing that, indeed felt somewhat tempted."

【239】

Translate: "Speaking of which, the first-round broadcast rights for The Great Feng Night Watchman have already been sold to CCTV-8, so how the ratings turn out isn't that relevant to him."

Thus: "Speaking of which, the first-round broadcast rights for The Great Feng Night Watchman have already been sold to CCTV-8, so how the ratings turn out isn't that relevant to him."

But this year there's a hit show 'Bright Sword'; if 'The Great Feng Patrolman' wants to compete with it, some extra promotion wouldn't hurt.

Translate: "But this year there's a divine drama Bright Sword; if The Great Feng Night Watchman wants to compete with it, doing some extra promotion wouldn't hurt."

Thus: "But this year there's a divine drama Bright Sword; if The Great Feng Night Watchman wants to compete with it, doing some extra promotion wouldn't hurt."

【246】

After thinking, he said: "Hmm, I'll have the company's vice president Li Xiaoping get in touch with you later!"

【250】

He Jiong chuckled: "I can go find her myself!"

At that moment, Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping arrived, the former looking grateful.

Translate: "At that point, Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping came over, the former showing a grateful demeanor."

Thus: "At that point, Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping came over, the former showing a grateful demeanor."

【257】

The latter also had a smiling face: "Thank you, Director Jiang, thank you, Director Jiang, for taking time out of your busy schedule to come and show support; unlike that surnamed Zhou, who doesn't even come to promote his own starring films, if all the filmpeople of Xianggang were like Director Jiang, that would be great!"

【260】

Jiang Heng chuckled: "Many hands make the bridal sedan go; it's all about mutual support!"

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Check each line for proper punctuation and ensure we didn't add extra content.

Now produce final answer: each line as "【N】 translation". Ensure each on its own line.

Let's craft them.

【1】 Inside the huge soundstage, Huang Xiaoming and Liu Yifei wore black combat suits, with tubes for neural interaction connected to their arms and backs, and they stepped on drive linkages, as if each step required considerable effort.

【2】 The position of the two actors was a pre-built arc-shaped metal room over four meters high and eight to nine meters long, inside which were various pipes and gears, representing the mech cockpit.

【3】 Below the "cockpit" is a wooden platform, driven by equipment to maintain a slight shake, which in the film corresponds to the pilot driving the mech forward.

【4】 The boom mic and on-site sound equipment moved forward to record their voices.

【5】 Moreover, in this soundstage there were four roughly similar-sized mech "cockpits" for use in filming the movie.

【6】 Feng Xiaogang and Ge You, standing in the crowd, watched the filming process and both showed looks of shock.

【7】 Both had seen Pacific Rim, found the film very shocking, and never imagined it was filmed this way.

【8】 "Director Jiang is amazing, able to film this!" Ge You couldn't help but praise.

【9】 Feng Xiaogang furrowed his brow slightly; he originally thought he just lacked funding, and with sufficient investment he could also make a good effects-heavy blockbuster.

【10】 But after touring, he realized that this mech sci-fi blockbuster truly isn't something just anyone can film.

【11】 Jiang Heng, according to the shooting plan, filmed shots such as "driving the mech to walk," "the driver being thrown back by an attack," "sparks flying inside the cockpit," and "the driver slashing in midair," among others.

【12】 At least he looked clueless, completely unsure how to do it.

【13】 This time the two came to visit the set, stayed a short while with the crew, and bought milk tea for everyone on site.

【14】 As for "motion capture," filming the monster scenes, Feng Xiaogang and Ge You looked bewildered, somewhat unable to understand how post-production could produce such realistic monsters.

【15】 Lao Guo had just been popular for over a year, and was at the peak of his fame.

【16】 However, the Pacific Rim 2 crew started shooting in mid-March and finished the indoor soundstage filming by early May.

【17】 "That's right, no need to be that meticulous!"

【18】 However, Feng Xiaogang, being a director, suddenly said softly to Ge You: "No wonder the mech-monster battles basically happen at night, saving money!"

【19】 Jiang Heng laughed: "Ah, it's not good to compare like that!"

【20】 Lao Guo said: "Director Jiang, you're being modest; you are now undoubtedly the top figure in mainland Chinese cinema, and by attending in person you're at least worth two!"

【21】 After all, it's a crew of over a thousand people, and they also spent a lot of money.

【22】 Seeing that the lead actor, Fa Ge, didn't come to the premiere despite being the star, they felt a bit disapproving and made teasing remarks.

【23】 Zhou Runfa and Gong Li were absent for reasons, but Guo Degang, He Jiong, Tu Jingwei, Shen Xing, and others in ancient costume took the stage to host the premiere ceremony.

【24】 That evening, after the crew wrapped up, Jiang Heng arranged a meal, and only then did the two leave.

【25】 Afterward, the crew went to Japan, the United States, Australia, etc., to shoot outdoor scenes, completing all production work by early June.

【26】 Afterward, several hosts came to the guest seats to greet Jiang Heng; Lao Guo laughed and said: "Today Fa Ge didn't come, which is a pity. But Director Jiang's presence is worth several Fa Ges, and the audience still gains!"

【27】 After everything was done, Jiang Heng went to cameo in a few scenes of the Myth crew, and then subsequently attended the premiere ceremonies of Full City of Golden Armor and Night Banquet respectively.

【28】 Jiang Heng chuckled, didn't pick up on his remark, and instead asked back: "How have your recent performances been?"

【29】 "Pretty good, the audiences are supportive, and many people are buying tickets."

【30】 He asked back: "Have your recent films been good?"

【31】 Jiang Heng laughed: "Not bad, so-so, but it's an upgrade over the previous work."

【32】 He Jiong said: "That's really impressive! When I first saw Pacific Rim, I was awestruck, feeling the mechs in it were like gods descending to earth!"

【33】 Tu Jingwei interjected: "Yeah, when I first saw it I was extremely excited! If you say the sequel has all kinds of upgrades, it's definitely going to be good!"

【34】 Jiang Heng laughed: "Please, everyone, be sure to show your support when it comes out!"

【35】 Several people hastily said, "We'll definitely go, we'll definitely go."

【36】 Lao Guo said he would bring his disciples, then after thinking added: "What do you think, I could create a crosstalk routine based on your film, would that work?"

【37】 Jiang Heng grew happier laughing: "Great, I think the program's name could simply be called 'I Want to Be a Director'!"

【38】 Guo Degang, upon hearing this, first froze, then exclaimed delightedly: "I want to be a director, I want to be a director, this meaning is great!"

【39】 Speaking of which, after Lao Guo became famous, he had always wanted to make money in the film and TV industry, and these few words Jiang Heng said exactly hit the mark.

【40】 Moreover, with his youthful quick wit, he had already thought up several punchlines while speaking, apologized to Jiang Heng, then ran off to find staff for paper and pen to jot down his ideas.

【41】 He Jiong then invited Jiang Heng to participate in a variety show on Mango TV to promote the film.

【42】 Shen Xing is currently at Phoenix TV; in another timeline, she appeared in 2007 in Xu Guangtou's film Love Call Transfer, playing Xu Lang's classmate and former girlfriend Pang Kun; although her screen time was extremely brief, she left a deep impression on viewers.

【43】 Jiang Heng noticed her and couldn't help but glance a few more times.

【44】 Shen Xing sweetly smiled and, in a somewhat coquettish voice, said: "Director Jiang, do you have time for an interview with Phoenix TV? Everyone says you have high box-office expectations for Pacific Rim 2; now that the film is finished, do you think the global box office has a chance to break one billion US dollars?"

【45】 Jiang Heng laughed: "That's definitely; this film has been comprehensively upgraded in plot, effects, etc., compared to the first one, and I believe it will have better box-office performance."

【46】 "Then, may I leave your private contact information? Then we can communicate the specific interview time!"

【47】 Jiang Heng laughed and said okay; Shen Xing then gave her phone number, and Jiang Heng dialed it on his phone.

【48】 He Jiong, seeing that, also left his phone number.

【49】 He then said: "By the way, your company's production The Great Feng Night Watchman is also going to air soon; you can come to our Happy Camp to record a segment for promotion!"

【50】 Jiang Heng, upon hearing that, indeed felt somewhat tempted.

【51】 Speaking of which, the first-round broadcast rights for The Great Feng Night Watchman have already been sold to CCTV-8, so how the ratings turn out isn't that relevant to him.

【52】 But this year there's a divine drama Bright Sword; if The Great Feng Night Watchman wants to compete with it, doing some extra promotion wouldn't hurt.

【53】 After thinking, he said: "Hmm, I'll have the company's vice president Li Xiaoping get in touch with you later!"

【54】 He Jiong chuckled: "I can go find her myself!"

【55】 At that point, Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping came over, the former showing a grateful demeanor.

【56】 The latter also had a smiling face: "Thank you, Director Jiang, thank you, Director Jiang, for taking time out of your busy schedule to come and show support; unlike that surnamed Zhou, who doesn't even come to promote his own starring films, if all the filmpeople of Xianggang were like Director Jiang, that would be great!"

【57】 Jiang Heng chuckled: "Many hands make the bridal sedan go; it's all about mutual support!"

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