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A long time after the first episode opened, the second episode finally came. After watching it, I felt that the ambition of the drama "Legend of the Fallen Street" was bigger than I imagined. It tried to be more comprehensive, systematic, multi-angle and multi-level. Showcasing the style of the New York streets of that era.
Unsurprisingly, several important characters have begun to emerge gradually or have talents ~ The next drama will be even better.
How are pimps made?
In this episode, the three scenes of CC "training" Lori fully demonstrated the necessary qualities of a qualified pimp in the metropolis. As a newcomer to New York City, Lori finally understood after these three classes that he It used to be so naive.
Lesson 1: Honey
After contributing a small wave of welfare, Lori couldn't help but praise CC's good work in bed.
"Fucking" is just the first step, then it's time for theoretical teaching, CC said "heartedly" to Lori.
The specifics are like that - I never told anyone, you are the first, being a pimp is actually very lonely, and the prostitutes and other pimps and the police are not at ease, I am so tired, really I want to retire, and I want to spend the rest of my life with you— true and false, of course, 80% of them are bluffing.
The last sentence is the real truth: I want to wash my hands, but I must make enough money before that, so you must help me .
I'm not sure if Lori, who came out to sell at the age of 16, is an "old Jianghu" and how much she can listen to, but it seems that she is quite useful...
After CC finished speaking, he got up and dressed. By the way, he said that he had paid the tip. He also taught some skills of picking up and identifying customers, not to mention meticulous.
Lori said, "Don't treat me like a baby, who taught me?" CC interrupted immediately: I am the real pimp, your only pimp.
Before leaving, he gave Lowry a necklace, and then mentioned "France" intentionally or unintentionally...
Leaving behind the back of a profound and stalwart "good man". The first class was full of benefits, called "kindness".
Lesson 2: Whip
When I had time, CC took Lori to the cinema to watch the third-level films, and the only ones that could be released were some dummies that cut the beginning and the end. CC said that if you want to see the full set, you have to go to the audio and video store to buy it (by the way, I finished this episode. another clue).
It still seems like a "welfare", but in fact CC is here to teach Lowry another lesson.
Pointing at the "no-frills" bitches in the theater who can only do $5-$10 for a BJ, he said: You'll never see this again, not as long as we're together.
Using those "negative teaching materials" to warn Lowry is actually a fairly obvious warning, and the next sentence becomes a blatant threat——
Don't be foolish enough to play the trick of self-absorption or fornication. Everyone has made this mistake more or less, but you know...
The second lesson is soft with hard, called "deterrence".
Lesson 3: Practice
After the first two lessons, Lori was able to take up the job smoothly, but she still lacked the fire... But she ushered in the third lesson: she was tortured by the biology teacher Rolf who pretended to be a policeman when picking up customers. .
Lowry should actually be thankful for the experience, because such "hands-on lessons" are hard to come by.
Since pimps have the power to exploit prostitutes, they naturally have the obligation to protect prostitutes. For example, if they are caught by the police to keep them out, and when they are delinquent, beaten, or kidnapped by "bad customers", they must be responsible for correcting them.
After all, it is a pimp who eats this bowl of rice on the streets of New York. CC convinces in a few words that the person in front of him is a fake policeman, and the dispute is settled in the most direct and effective way.
Where can I use plainclothes to arrest prostitutes these days. After stabbing Rolfe, CC used a series of props in the car to become more convinced that this is a pervert who wants to kidnap prostitutes to achieve an indescribable idea.
Sex and violence often go hand in hand ... However, after solving the big trouble, looking at Lori who was still in shock, CC immediately comforted her and encouraged her: Don't make a fuss, this is New York, get up from where you fall and keep going. Get to work.
The third class had the best effect, because the first two classes taught theoretical knowledge, and this class carried out outdoor practice. CC used this to tell Lowry that if you want to sell on this street, you can't do it without me.
Let's make two small movies
With photographer Bernie Wolf's "click, click", Ashley took a lot of nude photos with her head and posture - this is a photo to be sent to "the crew", usually the man will give her 40 dollars to open the house. The second is that she gives a man...
This is CC's "suggestion" to Ashley. Take some photos to replenish the "toolbox", and it may be favored by the director to make a few pornographic films.
Ashley learned from Bernie that among their group of street girls, Loretta, Shay, Darlene and others had experience in making small movies, and she became interested in it...
However, when she talked to the crowd about this, Candy dismissed it: making a film is a one-time transaction, taking the money and leaving, and others can continue to sell it as long as they pay a little money, which is not worthwhile.
This scene once again reflects Candy's uniqueness. She can already understand the "overlord clause, unequal labor agreement, intellectual property rights" and other issues. However, other street girls obviously don't have this kind of awareness. They just take "daytime filming" as a second career that makes more money...
Ashley revealed that Irene's "unique" video was very popular, and Irene was so angry that she immediately went to the video store owner Mooney to settle the account.
Mooney was not shy, and said frankly that "it sold very well, there are only two volumes left, you can take it."
The key is that Mooney knows that it is illegal to make and sell films, and Irene can't do anything to him, anyway, as long as he doesn't reveal who provided the tapes.
Angrily, Irene turned back to Larry to tell him about it, but he didn't show much surprise— combined with Larry's fussing and startled personality, it was natural to understand that he sold the straps. I can count on him to pursue...
Of course, Irene was just a little angry, and the group of prostitutes generally didn't have much concept of their own rights.
Xia Yi, who was traveling with her, not only explained that "Reggie can take pictures for free", but also asked Mooney to recommend her nude photos to "unknown directors".
The turning point came when Loretta temporarily asked Candy to help her on an appointment to shoot.
Instead of valuing the $75 she could make from two businesses, Candy was doing Loretta a favor out of favor.
In Candy's mind, "making a movie" is a very high-level thing. Before looking for Eric to officially start filming, she was worried that she would not be able to play the role without memorizing the lines - but another actress Tracy told nonchalantly. Her: They don't even record .
Next is a lot of trivial shots...
There is another detail that can explain the "professionalism" of this small workshop - Candy, who was facing the camera for the first time, couldn't help but look at the camera. Director Eric didn't shout at all, but simply reminded him Keep shooting, regardless of quality.
——Before this, Candy thought it was very formal to shoot an A-film, but it turned out to be a rush team, but taking this opportunity, Candy observed many props in the room...
This little movie tells the story of two girls making peace with the Vikings, but the two Vikings are obviously not so "strong", and in the end Yan SHE can only borrow the cold potato juice~
Making a movie is really tiring. Candy worked hard for a long time, collected the money, and asked about the role of some key props. Before leaving, she asked, "How long is the film?"
Even if 9 hours is her exaggeration, but only 8 minutes in the end is obviously sorry for her workload (but this can also explain why the director is too lazy to change shots...)
Candy's original idea was right, and the filming really sucked and fucked.
Prosperity of wealth brings great opportunities
At the beginning of this episode, the police patrol to catch the young lady. Even if some people can come up with a "temporary work permit", this also means that the business of the night is basically ruined.
The bored sister Elephant Leg and Candy came to the bar for a drink, and unexpectedly saw the scene of the city.
After seeing Vincent's "methods", Mrs. Elephant Leg said the truth: You have the talent to be a pimp.
This is really not a blow. Kim's Korean restaurant has been rejuvenated by Vincent's idea of changing the waitresses . Not only did he easily earn $700 a week, but Allen and others also took tips.
Brother-in-law Bobby also came to see the diorama when he heard the news. He told Vincent that the business of another bar with prostitutes as waiters was not so good - apparently invisible, Vincent seized the "scale" and revealed Less is not popular, too much exposure is too vulgar, half exposure is the kingly way, but not lustful~
Earlier, Vincent had talked to Bobby about the key to his success: in the vampire boss Dominic, he was just a wage earner, but in Kim, who didn't know how to manage, he was the general manager.
Sadly, Tommy Lange came to ask for money again. Vincent was very principled and determined not to steal money, but he found a new business opportunity——
The boss on the construction site settled wages without cash, but gave a check that could only be cashed next Monday. Bobby and others also wanted to exchange the check at the bar for cash. Vincent found that the workers preferred to get cash immediately, even if Two children less.
Vincent seized the opportunity and facilitated the cooperation between the construction site and Tommy boss Rudy Piplow - Bobby had just been promoted to foreman, had access to the payroll, and had nearly 140 people who wanted to take it. The check-for-cash worker, and Rudy, who goes about investing in business and lending usury, has money.
So Rudy does his own "bank", takes 5% of each check, and has four fictitious jobs as a reward, but he can also give Vincent and Bobby $1,000 as a reward.
In the face of such a "capitalist" condition, Vincent and Bobby still agreed, after all, everyone gets what they need...
Just do what you say. Although the workers generally don’t trust it for the first time, people with discerning eyes can see that it will be smoother and smoother than business in the future.
In this happy cooperation, Bobby is just an insider, and the manager who really realizes the matchmaking is Vincent, and Rudy Piplow really recognizes Vincent's ability at this moment.
So he took Vincent to a gay bar that was on the verge of collapse, and prepared to take down the venue and put in some jukeboxes and cigarette machines - as long as the business could be reopened .
Through a conversation with the bartender Paul, Vincent learned the truth about the bad management of the bar due to extortion, so he turned to Rudy and said that he could no longer bring the "Penny Harbor" bar back to life.
——But I just want to let the dead trees bloom in this place. I can solve the troubles in front of me. It doesn’t matter what method you use. Since you have the ability to revitalize the Korean restaurant, why not try it here?
Although Rudy also wanted to get a piece of the pie (a thousand rent a week, half of the money the machine made), but in essence, he still gave Vincent a chance to show his talents.
In fact, Vincent paid his brother's debts, saved Korean restaurants, and facilitated construction site cooperation. Rudy saw all these things. He felt that Vincent was a man with responsibility, ideas and skills. Since this man wanted to do something In his career, he doesn't mind being a "hit nobleman" once.
Combined with Rudy's previous sighs at the degenerate street like "a pool of stagnant water" , he showed his intention to enter and rectify... Vincent's chance to rise to prominence has come!
Of course, Vincent did things for a mercenary vampire like Rudy, and Frankie would definitely not understand: Aren't you afraid of being swallowed alive by him?
Of course there are risks, but at the same time there are opportunities. How can we let them go?
From "Everywhere I've worked, I'm proud of making sure every penny counts." to " I'm good at this, and I want to see if I can be the best, Starting a business from scratch, maybe it's my time to shine ." …
Vincent has this confidence, he has the experience and ability to "sweep a house", and also has the courage and ambition to "sweep the world".
Powerless little policeman
Unlike high-spirited bartenders, conscientious pimps, and live- by prostitutes, Inspector Auston is having a rough time.
Chasing prostitutes, catching drunks, and going to work at night can only do such thankless errands. Seeing Larry's beating Loretta's eyes swollen, she persuaded her to "be good", but the other party didn't appreciate it at all.
It's just a job to deal with the group of street girls who can call everyone by name. How can the daily life of "sweeping pornography and illegal activities" be so monotonous , the police have to search bookstores, search video stores, and so on.
The experience of going to Mooney's store to scan the goods is quite interesting, please substitute the experience of various interesting names that the male compatriots have given to the pornographic folders, such as "piston movement", "advanced sex education", "new folder" "Scenic spots" and more...
However, the reality is that the police area is full of theft, robbery, rape, and there are several homicides every now and then, such as Rolfe, who was stabbed to death by CC...
Auston, who wanted to do something practical, opened his mouth to inquire about the case, but he was greeted with a blank eye from Sheriff Reeds.
Come on, don't interrupt, just listen to the sheriff's report.
Auston is obviously not as good as Flanagan, who was late to the meeting, "thinking clearly": don't be so passionate about what you want to do, it's a virtue from top to bottom, from the inside to the outside, and it will be a day to mix it up.
When I joined the police force, my ambition was worn out long ago... Police is a profession, and how many people regard it as a sacred duty to protect the family and the people?
worst of times
After watching the second episode, I feel more and more desperate for this fucking era ...
"Canti", whose real name is Irene, is a mother who loves her son, but she still leaves her son to her mother (or mother-in-law?) when she turns around. Facing her growing complaints , she can only give more money to her. Perfunctory past .
After he became Candy again, he had to face Larry's "harassment" to win over. Although he subtly turned the blame on Rodney to temporarily resolve the trouble, Candy's bad things about prostitutes, pimps and clients, More and more tired and powerless .
Abby, who wanted to get out of school "willingly degenerate", deliberately failed all exams and told her mother that she was going to drop out of school to work. She had foreseen that she would not receive assistance from her family in the future. Besides, it seemed that she had a relationship with her father. Not good either .
I finally saw the strangeness of Richie who is "a pimp and a prostitute". "Gentle Richie" really lives up to its reputation. Others are the teachers and strict fathers of the girls . Even Larry can't stand such a "no big or small" thing...
Who made Larry a connoisseur of girl training? Seeing a woman approaching Darlene to talk to (a girl who is secretly reading a book in a noisy bar is too strange), she immediately stepped forward to support Darlene, who was a foreign worker, to stand on the street, and immediately went back to warn the other party to keep a distance - I 'll take care of you Is it a reporter or an anthropologist, a lesbian or some kind of pervert, in short, you can’t make money by chatting, so get away from me.
The police carry out "prostitute patrols" that have no practical significance, arresting some street girls with expired documents to go back to work, and the pimps dare to speak rudely in front of everyone , either saying "I'll get you out right away", or making fun of what the police are doing. Useless work, undisciplined eyes, no one in the eyes.
The sheriff is also an incompetent person with a corpse . How can law and order get better.
Audio-visual stores are proudly selling restricted-grade videotapes, cinemas are showing shoddy meat-selling films, and in the dark, there are always clients who can’t afford a full set of $40, and spend a little money to make those “inferior” The prostitutes come to talk about BAO and have fun...
This era is like those unsightly scenes in a dark theater, cheap, inferior, vulgar, filthy, and after a short period of satisfaction, it will fall into a deeper nothingness again.
the best of times
But in the darkness of despair, the light of "hope" always shines.
When Candy left the underground studio, she took a roll of A-film, and when she got home, she watched and thought about it - with such rudimentary and low-cost conditions and equipment, it is possible to shoot and sell the film at will, I would like to see how it works. What is the film like, you can make it, why can't I make it?
Abby lives alone in a single room in an apartment with poor conditions. The money she gave her from her former mother can only be used for a while. If she wants to live in New York, she has to find a job. Now it is no longer a school in a greenhouse, but a There is no room for innocence in a society that eats people without spitting out bones.
Although Franky didn't understand Vincent's choice, Vincent also envied Franky's unrestrained style, but the two brothers were good buddies from the beginning to the end. They won't stand idly by, no matter whether they play the way of literary business or the road of martial arts, the brothers must always be able to save themselves from danger.
Officer Auston was on duty this time, and he couldn't listen to Rodney's sarcasm. Why did you really take your brother in police uniform as a cadre? Chicken feathers can still be used as arrows, and the power is not too big, it is enough to treat you. Tonight, everyone will stop thinking about doing business, and everyone will go to jail for me!
A smart, knowledgable prostitute, a discerning and knowledgeable dropout, a courageous, resourceful and daring twin brother, a sullen policeman who is desperate to vent... Degenerate Street is destined to usher in an unprecedented storm.
In fact, what touched me most in this episode was the little black girl Irene. In the last episode, she accompanied the old man Louis to watch the movie "A Tale of Two Cities" . When she was moved to tears, she learned that the movie has the original book .
This episode specially gave Irene a scene. She came to the library to borrow a book. At first glance, the woman who was dressed casually was obviously out of tune with the environment, but there was no reason for anyone to reject her.
No matter how humble and small the soul is, there is also a longing for honor and nobility.
Dickens wrote: " It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness; it was the age of faith, it was the age of doubt; it was the age of It's the season of light, it's the season of darkness; it's the spring of hope, it's the winter of despair; there's everything in front of people, and there's nothing in front of people; people are going straight to heaven; people are going straight to hell. "
This sentence may never be outdated.
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