Chapter 152: Classic Romance Film

Chapter 152: Classic Romance Film

In the Help And Correct Brigade, there is a semi-enclosed space. In front stands the Deng Clan Ancestral Hall, to the left is a massive longan tree, to the right are houses, and in front is the supply and marketing cooperative branch. The rest of the area is enclosed by walls, creating a space that can accommodate thousands of people.

Every time the brigade shows a movie, it is usually held in this semi-enclosed space.

At this moment, someone was stationed at the entrance selling tickets.

Those who had brought stools and were eager to secure a seat paid their money and entered.

When Deng Yunzhen and her younger siblings arrived with their stools, many people had already bought tickets and gone inside.

Deng Yunhua, seeing this, urged, "Big sister, let's go in quickly, or we won't get a front-row seat."

Deng Yunzhen handed her stool to her sister and said, "The movie won't start for a while. Ah Zhu, you guys go in and save our seats. I'll buy some melon seeds so you can snack while you wait and won't get bored."

Deng Yunzhu took the stool and nodded eagerly. "Yes, buy plenty of melon seeds. We can eat them not only while waiting but also during the movie."

Deng Yunzhen replied, "Got it. Hurry and buy your tickets. I'll join you shortly."

Deng Yunzhu agreed, picked up two stools, and led her three younger brothers to buy tickets before going in to secure their seats.

Those who brought stools usually arrived early. For those who came late, bringing stools was unnecessary because people at the back might have their view blocked even if they stood, let alone sat.

Of course, some brought stools not to sit on but to stand taller, but that's another matter.

Soon, Deng Yunzhu and her three younger brothers found their seats. Though they weren't in the first row, the second row was still an excellent spot.

Not long after, Deng Yunzhen entered with ten bags of melon seeds. At 2 cents per bag, ten bags cost only 20 cents. For Deng Yunzhen, who had plenty of pocket money, this was a small expense.

Each sibling received two bags, and the five of them snacked on melon seeds while waiting for the movie to start.

Seeing this, others who had arrived early and had some extra money ran out to buy melon seeds, while those who were short on cash could only watch enviously.

In truth, they were fortunate enough to afford the movie tickets. Some young men and women, whose parents either refused to spend the money or couldn't afford it, had to linger outside and wait.

Movie ticket prices were flexible. While the full price was charged at the start, the cost dropped to half or less as the movie progressed. In the final half hour, admission was usually free.

So, these young people waited. Those with some money would enter when the price dropped, while those without a penny could only listen from outside and watch the last half hour for free.

Soon, it grew dark, and the movie was about to begin.

The space, capable of holding thousands, was now packed with people from several nearby villages. Some knew each other, while others didn't. Some speculated about the movie, while others reminisced about films they had seen before.

When the movie started, the crowd fell silent.

Everyone, young and old, was glued to the screen, their attention unwavering.

The two films shown that night were both released the previous year.

The first was Good Things Come Hard, starring Gong Xue and Guo Kaimin.

In this film, the lead actors delivered outstanding performances. The movie ranked third in the national box office upon its release, and the lead actress, Gong Xue, gained immense popularity, receiving countless letters from fans.

The second film was Lush Mountain Love, starring Zhang Yu and Guo Kaimin.

This movie carried the romantic aspirations of an entire generation and became a timeless legend in Chinese cinema. It showcased the breathtaking scenery of Mount Lushan while capturing the pure, understated emotional yearnings of Chinese youth at the time. It is celebrated as one of the representative works of New China's "pure beauty" films.

On August 18, 2018, it was named one of China's top ten outstanding romance films during the 40th anniversary of reform and opening up.

Undoubtedly, this milestone romance film left a profound impact on people of that era, especially unmarried young men and women. Their hearts swelled with excitement, and many wished they could step into the shoes of the protagonists and experience such a romantic love story.

However, compared to the middle-aged and elderly, as well as the thrilled young adults, these romance films were less appealing to children.

For instance, Deng Yunhua and Deng Yunheng were deeply disappointed.

Being young, they had no interest in love stories. They preferred martial arts or war films.

Unfortunately, the entire movie was filled with romance, leaving the two brothers grumbling on their way home.

Deng Yunhua complained, "If I'd known it was this kind of movie, I wouldn't have come. There's no action at all. So boring."

Deng Yunheng, carrying a small stool, echoed, "Exactly. I thought it would be a fight or a war movie. If I'd known, I wouldn't have watched it."

Deng Yunzhu, at an age where romance was beginning to appeal to her, naturally enjoyed the film. She retorted, "What do you two know? What's so great about fighting and killing? Tonight's movies were wonderful."

Deng Yunhua shot back, "We boys like action and war movies. Films like Tunnel Warfare are the best!"

Deng Yunzhu scoffed, "That's because you're still young. In a few years, you'll understand how good tonight's movies were."

Deng Yunhua insisted, "No way. Even when I grow up, I'll still prefer action and war movies. Right, Xiaoheng?"

Deng Yunheng nodded vigorously. "Yeah, action and war movies are the best."

Deng Yunzhu rolled her eyes. "You two little brats don't get it. Ask our elder sister or any adult if they liked tonight's movies."

"Whether others liked it or not, we didn't!"

"You don't understand anything. I'm not arguing with you."

Deng Yunzhen ignored her squabbling siblings. She kept replaying the movie's plot in her mind, imagining how wonderful it would be to meet a hero like the male lead and fall in love, just like the heroine.

If only her sister-in-law had come to watch the movie tonight, they could have discussed the plot together!

(End of this chapter)