Beijing Film Academy
北电
The elite film and performing arts university where the protagonist is taking his entrance exams.
BFA Building D
北电D楼
The specific facility at the Beijing Film Academy where the initial examination rounds are staged.
Beijing Film Studio
北影厂
A well-known film production base often associated with the heart of the Chinese film industry.
Zhengzhou
郑州
A major city in Henan province, China.
Central Academy of Drama
中戏
A premier institution for dramatic arts in China, considered a top-tier competitor to the Beijing Film Academy.
Shenqiu
沈丘
A county town visited by the protagonist for professional business regarding copyright acquisition.
Beijing West Railway Station
帝都西站
A major railway station in Beijing where the characters see each other off.
Dong Lai Shun
东来顺
A famous traditional hotpot restaurant chain specializing in mutton, located near the Beijing Film Academy.
Feiteng Film Base
飞腾影视基地
A major production facility where the filming for the current project takes place.
Qingdao
青岛
The coastal city where the naval battle sequences for the historical drama are being filmed.
Daxing
大兴
A district in Beijing where a 9,000-square-meter film studio has been constructed to house the production sets.
Naval Academy
水师学校
The military educational institution from which the character Asahiko Juro graduated.
Hengdian
横店
A major film production hub in China, frequently utilized as a training ground and workplace for background actors.
TVB
A major Hong Kong television broadcaster known for its industrial and standardized production model.
China Television
中视
A Taiwanese television network used as a reference model for production companies.
Chinese Television System
华视
A Taiwanese television network used as a reference model for production companies.
Feiteng
飞腾
A major television production company that employs the Hong Kong/Taiwanese collaborative production model.
Zhouyi
周易
A television production company known for its systematic and collaborative production approach.
Tangren
唐人
A prominent film and television production company in China.
Shanghai Theatre Academy
上戏
A top-tier Chinese university for performing arts, considered one of the three major institutions alongside the Central Academy of Drama and the Beijing Film Academy.
Chang'an
长安
The hometown of the candidate Wen Zhang, located in Shaanxi Province.
China Vision Media
华夏视听
A prominent Chinese media conglomerate involved in television drama production and education.
Red Star Dock Agency
红星坞
A talent brokerage agency co-founded and managed by Liu Xiaoli and Chen Jingfei.
Towards the Republic Film Crew
走向共和剧组
The production team and filming set for the historical television series Towards the Republic.
Beijing
帝都
The capital city and the primary center for the Chinese film industry.
Huairou
怀柔
A district in Beijing known for its film studios and lower cost of living, frequently used as a base for film production crews.
Towards the Republic
走向共和
A historical television series production for which the extras are being trained.
Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils
天龙八部
A classic wuxia drama production that the protagonist eyes for an upcoming role.
Pu Shengda Advertising
普圣达广告
The predecessor company to China Vision Media, founded in 1998, which established the founder's initial success in the advertising sector.
The Legend of the Condor Heroes
射雕
A major television drama production managed by China Vision Media.
Pink Girls
粉红
A television drama production managed by China Vision Media.
The Noble Family
金粉世家
A television drama production that Chen Yu expresses interest in joining.
The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber
倚天屠龙记
A prominent wuxia drama production that Chen Yu targets for potential roles alongside 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils'.
Qingdao Naval Base
青岛海军基地
A specific military location used by the production crew for shooting maritime and naval scenes.
Xin Yu Culture
心羽文化
A newly registered cultural production company co-founded by Chen Yu and Bian Xiang.
D Building
D楼
The specific facility at the Beijing Film Academy where the secondary entrance examinations are conducted.
Kunming Art School
昆明艺校
The performing arts school where Tong Yao completed her formative training in music and dance.
798 Art Zone
798艺术区
An artistic and cultural district in Beijing, known for its industrial architecture and frequented by artists and intellectuals.
Father and Son's Vintage Car
父子老爷车
A notable film directed by Liu Guoquan.
The Wandering Songstress
天涯歌女
A famous film directed by Liu Guoquan.
Rickshaw Boy
骆驼祥子
A classic novel and its subsequent film and play adaptations, centering on the life of a rickshaw puller.
Tieling
铁岭
A city in Northeast China, used by the candidates as the fictional setting for their comedic restaurant sketch.
Examination Hall
考场
The specific room or space where the Central Academy of Drama entrance exams are conducted.
Huayi Brothers
华宜
A major Chinese film production and entertainment conglomerate that invests in high-profile film projects.
Chaoyang Fenglian Plaza
朝阳丰联大厦
The office building housing Huayi Taihe Film Investment.
Huayi Taihe
华宜太合
A prominent film investment company, the precursor/partner to the later entertainment giant Huayi Brothers.
Kala, My Dog
《卡拉是条狗》
The new film project directed by Lu Xuechang, which Chen Yu is actively trying to audition for.
Seventeen Years
《十七岁》
A film that established Li Bin's reputation as a talented young actor.
King of Comedy
《喜剧之王》
A classic film referenced by Chen Yu to cope with the uncertainty of his career waiting period.
The Legend of the Condor Heroes
《射雕英雄传》
A major ongoing TV production where casting is currently being heavily scrutinized by Zhang Dahu.
The Noble Family
《金粉世家》
A television drama series for which Chen Yu has signed a contract to perform 13 episodes.
Taihe Investment
太合
A powerful and somewhat secretive investment firm with significant influence in the Beijing and national film industries.
Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils
天龙
A high-profile television series currently in the audition phase.
Guomao Apartment
国贸公寓
The upscale residential complex in Beijing where Liu Yifei lives.
Deshengmen Outer Street, Xicheng District
西城区德胜门外大街
The specific urban area in Beijing hosting the current film set for interior shoots.
Flirting Scholar
《唐伯虎点秋香》
A classic Hong Kong comedy film referenced as an example where an actor's own creative design influenced the direction.
The Golden Years
《金粉》
A television project featuring Chen Yu in the role of Liu Chunjiang.
Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils
《天龙》
A high-profile television adaptation by producer Zhang Dahu, which constitutes a major upcoming career goal for Chen Yu.
The Knockout
《狂飙》
A benchmark television series used as a reference for rising from insignificance to stardom.
Building A's Great Performance Hall
A楼的大演艺厅
The specific university hall where the third-round practical examinations are held at the Beijing Film Academy.
Examination Room 205
205考场
The classroom designated for the written entrance examination.
Grand Performance Hall
大演艺厅
The large hall serving as the main hub for the admissions activities.
Sorrow and Joy of Middle Age
《哀乐中年》
A classic Chinese film produced in 1948, recognized for its advanced technical handling of transitions and profound social commentary.
Beijing Film Academy Cafeteria
北电食堂
The campus dining facility at the Beijing Film Academy, noted for its culinary quality.
Beijing Film Academy Building A Conference Room
北电A楼会议室
The specific room designated for the final round of the admission interviews.
Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils
《天龙八部》
A high-profile wuxia television drama production that is a major upcoming career goal for the protagonist.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
《三国演义》
A classic television production produced by Zhang Jizhong.
Water Margin
《水浒传》
A classic television production produced by Zhang Jizhong.
Burning Passionate Years
《燃烧激情的岁月》
A renowned television drama production produced by Zhang Jizhong.
Laughing in the Wind
《笑傲江湖》
A wuxia television adaptation produced by Zhang Jizhong.
Xiu Xiu: The Sent Down Girl
《天浴》
An influential film that established the early career of actress Li Xiaolu.
Pink Girls
《粉红女郎》
A popular television drama series featuring actress Chen Hao.
Shaanxi Opera Research Institute
陕西戏曲研究院
A specialized institution dedicated to the study and preservation of traditional Shaanxi opera.
Young Justice Bao
少年包青天
A popular television drama that established Ren Quan's status as a leading actor.
Hikaru no Go
棋魂
A live-action Chinese television adaptation mentioned regarding Zhang Chao's future filmography.
Wangting Town
望亭镇
A town located at the border of Suzhou and Wuxi, serving as the hometown where the protagonist's parents reside.
Suzhou
苏城
A major city in Jiangsu Province, where the protagonist returns to reunite with his family.
Suzhou Railway Station
苏城火车站
The transportation hub where Chen Yu arrives after traveling back from his examinations.
Beijing Railway Station
帝都火车站
The major transportation hub in Beijing from which Chen Yu travels back home.
Guoxin Hotel
国新饭店
The venue hosting the opening meet-and-greet and press conference for the production of The Golden Years.
Macau
澳城
A region known for gambling, which Chen Yu considers and subsequently dismisses in favor of mainland regulated betting.
Longwen Education
龙文教育
A prominent, reputable tutoring institution in the Jiangnan region specialized in exam preparation.
Asian Games Village
亚运村
A residential and commercial area in Beijing frequently used as a meeting point for industry professionals.
Suzhou No. 2 High School
苏城二中
The high school in Suzhou where the protagonist sits for the Gaokao examination.
Jiangnan Province Sports Lottery Center
江南省体彩中心
The official site for collecting winnings from sports gambling/lottery.
Beijing Capital International Airport
首都国际机场
The primary airport serving the capital city.
Tianjin TV Film & Television Base
天津电视台影视基地
The primary shooting location for the drama 'The Noble Family', featuring large architectural sets like the Jin family mansion.
Shi Family Compound
石家大院
A specific location within the filming base used to portray the residence of the Liu family.
Yang Village
杨村
The specific area in Tianjin where the television film base is located.
Tianjin First Central Hospital
天津第一医院
A practical location used for filming the hospital scenes for the character Liu Chunjiang.
Film Set
片场
The active location where the television drama is being filmed.
Jin Residence
金府
A primary filming location representing the historical setting of the Jin family in 'The Noble Family'.
Clinic
诊所
A specific filming location for scenes between the characters of Chen Yu and Chen Kun.
Daily News
《每日新报》
A Tianjin-based newspaper known for being among the first in the country to dedicate a section to entertainment news, employing the journalist Han Bingjiang.
Romance in the Rain
《情深深雨蒙蒙》
A well-known television drama series that served as the breakthrough project for actress Xu Lu.
Shenmu
《神木》
A novel written by Liu Qingbang, the film adaptation rights of which were acquired by Chen Yu.
Who Says I'm Not Care?
《谁说我不在乎》
A film production helmed by director Huang Jianxin, where Li Yang gained experience as an assistant director.
Blind Shaft
《盲井》
An acclaimed independent film written and directed by Li Yang that propelled his international reputation.
October
《十月》
A literary magazine that published the short novel Shenmu, leading to the director's discovery of the material.
Tianjin Bus Station
天津汽车站
The location where Chen Yu and Li Yang meet.
China Youth Art Theatre
青艺
Previously one of the top ten theaters in China, later merged to form the National Theatre of China.
National Theatre of China
国话
The premier drama theatre institution in China formed by the merger of several theatre groups.
Beijing Broadcasting Institute
帝都广播学院
The university where Li Yang originally studied in the directing department.
Germany
德国
The country where Li Yang lived, worked various manual labor jobs, and studied.
Sichuan Province
川省
The home province where Li Yang was raised in a military officer family.
Jiangnan Province
江南省
The province where the protagonist sat for his exams, notoriously difficult for its academic scoring.
Berlin
柏林
Referring to the Berlin International Film Festival, a significant venue for independent films seeking recognition.
Temple
寺庙
The specific film set location for the tragic final scene involving the characters Liu Chunjiang and Xiao Lian.
Nanjing Normal University
南师大
A prestigious institution serving as one of the two regional centers for grading Gaokao examinations.
Liu Mansion
柳公馆
The specific film set location designed to represent the residence of the Liu family in the drama.
Zhou Yu's Train
《周渔的火车》
A drama film directed by Sun Zhou, starring Gong Li and Sun Honglei.
Conquest
《征服》
A seminal Chinese crime television series directed by Gao Qunshu, renowned for its realistic portrayal of underworld struggles and the breakout performance of the lead character, Liu Huaqiang.
The 13 Cases of Murder
《命案十三宗》
A crime drama series directed by Gao Qunshu that chronicled thirteen real-life murder cases.
Gateman
《警察有约》
A police-themed film production referenced as a potential audition opportunity.
The Message
《风声》
A notable spy thriller film directed by Gao Qunshu.
The Tokyo Trial
《东京审判》
A historical drama film directed by Gao Qunshu focusing on the post-war trials.
Wind Blast
《西风烈》
An action-crime film directed by Gao Qunshu.
Qingshiju
青石居
A teahouse where Gao Qunshu, Shi Zhaoqi, and Chen Yuxin meet to discuss casting for 'Conquest'.
Towards the Republic
《走向共和》
A historical television series production featuring Chen Yu.
China Archives
《华夏档案录》
Gao Qunshu’s directorial debut, a documentary-style public security drama.
Wangting High School
望亭中学
The high school in Suzhou where Chen Yu studied.
Sina Entertainment
新浪娱乐
A leading digital news platform and entertainment media outlet in China.
Farewell My Concubine
《霸王别姬》
The title of Chen Yu's script-style composition written for his Gaokao, which unexpectedly went viral as a headline topic.
Yuxin Film
俞心影业
The newly registered production company established by Chen Yu.
Sina
新浪
A primary Chinese web portal that covered Chen Yu's viral story about his composition.
Shanxi
山西
A province where director Li Yang is conducting field research for his upcoming film.
Industry and Commerce Bureau
工商局
The government office responsible for corporate registrations.
Shijiazhuang
石家庄
The provincial capital city where the true events that inspired the drama 'Conquest' occurred and where the series is being filmed.
China Film Report
华夏电影报道
A high-profile television news program dedicated to film industry updates, which has featured Chen Yu.
China Entertainment Report
华夏娱乐报道
A prominent entertainment news outlet that has provided media coverage for Chen Yu.
Beijing Circle
京圈
An elite social and professional network of filmmakers, writers, and cultural figures based in Beijing.
Nuan
《暖》
An artistic film project directed by Huo Jianqi, currently seeking financial backers.
Postmen in the Mountains
《那山那人那狗》
A critically acclaimed film, noted for its high artistic value and success abroad despite domestic market distribution issues.
Aftershock
《唐山大地震》
A commercially successful film noted for being penned by the screenwriter Su Xiaohong.
Jiangnan TV Station
江南电视台
A regional television broadcaster and investor organizing a variety gala to promote the premiere of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.
Very Weekend
《非常周末》
A highly popular regional variety television program that features entertainment content and celebrity guests.
Central Ballet Troupe
中央芭蕾舞团
A prestigious professional dance organization and training institution.
Beijing Dance Academy
北舞
The premier institution for professional dance education in China.
Spring Festival Gala
春晚
An annual, high-visibility cultural variety show broadcast nationally, serving as a significant platform for performers.
Liu Yifei's Home
刘一菲家
The private residence of Liu Yifei and her mother, which serves as the central setting for their musical collaboration and tense domestic interactions.
Jinling
金陵
The provincial capital city hosting the television gala and station headquarters.
Jiangnan TV Station
江南台
The regional television broadcaster hosting the variety show where the magic is performed.
Huayi Brothers Headquarters
华宜兄弟总部
The central office and facility for Huayi Brothers where internal film screenings and talent management occur.
Hero
《英雄》
A blockbuster film by Zhang Yimou that set a new precedent for box office revenue in China and significantly changed industry profit-sharing standards.
Golden Rooster Awards
金鸡奖
The top-tier film award in mainland China, highly sought after by domestic filmmakers.
Together
《和你在一起》
A notable film directed by Chen Kaige and a significant contender in the award circuit.
Xie Jin Art School
谢晋艺术学校
A performing arts training institution where Chen Sicheng and Zhao Junqi were once classmates.
Second Ring Road
二环路
A major arterial road in Beijing, often used as a context for evaluating driving skill.
CCTV-6
央电6套
The movie channel of China Central Television, known for broadcasting film-related events and important ceremonies.
Acting Class 1
表演1班
The primary acting major class cohort for new students at the Central Academy of Drama.
Class 1, 2002 Performance Department
02级表演系1班
The specific acting class cohort at the Central Academy of Drama, known as a 'star-studded' class with many future celebrities.
School Playground
操场
The location on campus where the opening ceremony takes place.
Empresses in the Palace
甄嬛传
A highly acclaimed historical drama series.
School Playground
大操场
The outdoor square at the Central Academy of Drama, serving as the primary venue for events like the opening ceremony.