Chapter 203: Courtesy from the Hong Kong Circle
The narrow, dark room is packed with a variety of musical instruments and professional equipment.
"Director Dong, what are you doing?" A bearded man wearing glasses said angrily: "In order to contact you, I have been called all the time!"
"A'le, you don't have to pay attention to them." Dong Xi smiled and watched the man in front of him put the takeaway on the table while cursing.
This Ah Le is not the famous Brother Le, but a soundtrack + editor.
Although he is not well-known, his reputation and strength in the industry are still recognized, but his temper is a bit weird.
Some time ago, Xizi Film and Television's behind-the-scenes bargain-hunting plan in Hong Kong included him as the main target, but it failed.
Now for this movie, Dong Xi approached him again and stayed in his studio to discuss the style of the soundtrack while editing the film.
It can be said that we eat together, live together, sleep together...
Since Dong Xi came to Hong Kong Island, there has been an endless stream of people who want to have a relationship with him.
Unable to get Dong Xi's mobile phone number, I tried to contact A Le and asked him to be a middleman.
As a result, he was called a dog by A Le. There is a reason why this guy is so arrogant. His master is Huang Zhan, a talented man of the generation, and his family has been in the police for generations, and the highest he was was the Deputy Commissioner of the Police Department.
It can be said that his background is very tough, which is why he can ignore most people.
However, recently the bosses who came to his door were getting higher and higher, and A Le couldn't stand the pressure, so he complained in front of Dong Xi.
Through this week of getting along, both parties have gained an understanding of each other's temperaments.
Ah Le is a sharp-tongued person, while Dong Xi is a dead pig who is not afraid of boiling water. He does not have the character of a great director at all.
The two of them worked so well together that Dong Xi edited a plot and gave it to A Le, asking him to consider what style of music to use.
The most important thing in the whole movie is a few fights, in the offices of the seafood market, underground casinos, insurance companies and the final battle in the abandoned factory den.
Among them, Dong Xi was not in his best form at the beginning, but slowly found his original self.
Therefore, the soundtrack is also gradual, allowing the audience to slowly feel the power of Dong Xi.
In one line: He is back!
After putting down the takeout, A Le sat in front of the machine and watched the newly edited clips by Dong Xi, slowly looking for inspiration.
Dong Xi opened the takeout and exclaimed: "Today is roast goose rice!"
"Pah!" Dong Xi opened the disposable chopsticks, picked up a shiny piece of roast goose, and stuffed it into his mouth.
He sighed "Tsk tsk~", then picked up a piece of roast goose again, shook his head and sang: "Roast goose, roast goose, I love it most..."
"Shut up!" Even with headphones on, A Le still had a headache from the noise. He turned around and yelled at Dong Xi.
"OK~" Dong Xi showed a scared expression, then closed his mouth and concentrated on cooking.
But just as Ah Le turned around, Dong Xi came up to him again: "A Le, sour plum sauce? It wouldn't be authentic without sour plum sauce!"
"..." Ah Le's teeth were almost broken. If he couldn't beat Dong Xi, he would definitely punch him twice.
Give Dong Xi a pair of panda eyes.
I really don’t blame Dong Xi for being a bitch. It’s really boring for two men to stay together, so they can only entertain themselves while eating.
"Bang bang~" At this moment, there was a knock on the door of the room.
"Come in." Outside the door is Dong Xi's bodyguard team and assistants. After all, he can be considered a rich man worth hundreds of millions.
Just in case the blind provincial and Hong Kong flag soldiers want to stage a kidnapping of Mr. Xi, it is better to be prepared.
After all, this place is no safer than the mainland, and people of all kinds of religions exist.
"Boss, Mr. Han's phone number." The bodyguard who came in holding up his cell phone stood still and stared.
The bodyguards who can follow Dong Xi are all retired special forces soldiers.
After undergoing rigorous training, they can be employed.
Each person's annual salary alone reaches 6 figures, not counting bonuses and business travel allowances.
In 2001, it was definitely a high-paying profession.
Dong Xi is also a director, and seems to be overqualified, but the craziness of the entertainment industry last year made everyone realize the importance of security.
And Dong Xi is responsible for Xizi's future, and there is no room for luck. If something unexpected happens, Xizi Film and Television will come to an end.
Even though the company has a strong team now, everyone knows who the core is!
"Old Han, what's going on?" Dong Xi put his cell phone in the bodyguard's hand to avoid harassment from the outside world.
But Han Bin must have something important to call him.
"You are really big-hearted. All the people in Hong Kong have called me." Han Bin said with a wry smile, even though he is now one of the top three in Xizi Film and Television.
But even though he was born in Hong Kong Island, he still can't get rid of the fact that he is a member of the Hong Kong circle.
Being in the Jianghu world, there are certain human connections that cannot be avoided, especially since he is in the position of President of Xizi External Affairs, which is equivalent to that of a diplomat.
Dong Xi can spread his hands and fall in love with anyone!
But Han Bin can’t do it!
"Haha, you just pushed everything on me, I don't believe anyone would dare to come to my door!" Dong Xi is not the kind of ignorant young man who doesn't understand human feelings. He understands Han Bin's difficulties better than anyone else.
Although the Hong Kong scene is indeed lonely, their current energy cannot be underestimated.
In the absence of conflict of interest, Dong Xi would not fall out with them, so he could only use the "drag trick"!
"I'm afraid it won't work this time. The presidium of the Academy Awards invites you to attend this year's Academy Award Ceremony!" Han Bin said with a subtle expression.
"Huh?" After hearing this, Dong Xi became more energetic.
"Are they crazy? Do they really think that my surname is Dong? I have no temper?" The main reason why Dong Xi's favorable impression of Hong Kong has declined is that "Burning" failed to win the Academy Award last year!
No, I gave you a comforting best clip.
However, in Dong Xi's view, this was an insult. Although he was prepared to be a foil, he was dismissed by the best editor?
What an international joke!
You must know that the reason why Dong Xi brought Pan Yueming to the scene was not only for the other party to be nominated, but also to send a signal to the Academy Awards.
"Best Supporting Actor, I want it!"
It's a pity, I don't know if they are just pretending to be blind or if the Academy Awards are really "fair".
Completely ignored Dong Xi's attitude.
This is a bit of a slap in the face. You must know that Dong Xi originally yearned for the Hong Kong scene. After all, he grew up watching Hong Kong movies.
But the act of putting a hot face on a cold butt is enough once.
"Old Han, you know my temper." Dong Xi said lightly.
"Well, this time they invited you to present an award to the best director." Han Bin quickly explained that if Dong Xi was really allowed to be a general audience, he would have directly rejected it.
But the Best Director award presenter does have some weight.
After all, this year's situation means that the best director can only be chosen between Li Eucalyptus from "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" and Sunglasses King from "In the Mood for Love."
Dong Xi's awarding of awards to either of them would not be regarded as lowering his status.
And it can also be used to hype up the legacy of new and old directors.
Moreover, it can also be announced to the outside world that Dong Xi is a Hong Kong style director and a member of the Hong Kong circle.
I have to say that the Academy Awards made a good plan and wanted to recruit Dong Xi without any hesitation.
"Hmm~" Sure enough, after Dong Xi heard this, he was silent for a moment and still shook his head: "Forget it, just refuse! Just say I don't have time to edit the video!"
"Oh~ I understand, then you are busy!" Although Han Bin was a little disappointed, he did not try to persuade him again.
Things decided by Dong Xi are basically difficult to be influenced by other people's opinions.
As for the overtures from Hong Kong circles, although Dong Xi rejected the extended olive branch, he plans to leave a place for Hong Kong actors in next year's big production.
Chapter completed!