The next day, when Zhou Dongsheng talked about the emerging director Literary Director, he naturally sent greetings on a whim. After all, as an investor, it is reasonable to care about the progress of the project, right?
Although Zhou Dongsheng, the hands-off shopkeeper, was idle and idle, he basically didn't ask much about the preparations for this project after he used coercion and inducement to reach a consensus with the literary director.
But this didn't just happen. On the campus of China National Theater Academy, which has a strong artistic atmosphere, I suddenly remembered that I had invested in two movies.
Director Jing is already nearing the final stage, and the filming is obviously not far away. By then, Zhou Dongsheng may have to cooperate with the follow-up work.
As for the preparations on the literary director's side, Zhou Dongsheng was naturally very curious. Although he positioned himself as a "coal boss", he would never do anything like a layman guiding an expert.
But at least it is a landmark work that can leave its name in the history of Chinese film. Don't let it be fanned out by butterfly wings just because of your own whims. That would be so embarrassing.
Of course, Zhou Dongsheng is definitely not worried that his investment will be in vain. He is really just concerned about the future of Huaxia Film.
Ahem, and as luck would have it, the literary director happens to be in the capital at this moment. Naturally, the literary director attaches great importance to this film that is likely to become his own drama on the big screen.
In particular, Zhou Dongsheng's delegation of power and full trust made the literary director grateful, and it fully stimulated his inner motivation.
After all, the era of coal bosses has passed, but I can still meet such a good investor, and I can't say anything to make such an investor feel cold.
The most important thing is, if this movie is finished, wouldn't it naturally become the basis for their future cooperation?
Whether it's for career or money, the director has no reason not to be interested in this film project.
What's more, there is such a precious real-life case for you to adapt and use, which is like a stroke of luck.
As a new director who came out of Nortel, he had excellent grades in school and won awards for college students and new directors more than once.
Relying on these remarkable achievements, the literary director has undoubtedly accumulated a certain amount of resources and experience while still in school.
Even so, it is of great significance for the first work to appear on the big screen. To be cautious, the literary director naturally has to use the only resources at his disposal as much as possible.
Among them, the business card "Nortel" is undoubtedly his best thing.
During this period of time, after his continuous polishing for excellence, the script finally took a satisfactory prototype.
In this regard, the literary director confidently returned to his alma mater with this script, preparing to take advantage of Nortel's advantages to add some weight to his film.
Film is a popular art. In addition to the things inside the film, there are many off-site factors that can determine the quality of a film.
This is also the unique charm of the film industry itself, and there are still certain thresholds for bringing this charm into play.
For this reason, it was only after Zhou Dongsheng saw a certain dream-chasing film that was said to be able to overturn the history of film that he realized to his astonishment that there are thresholds for creation.
When I think back to this day, it is still a nightmare that lingers.
As the first of the three major art schools in China, Nortel's name itself represents the weight of it, and the factions formed by the many outstanding film talents it has cultivated are enough to form a circle of their own.
If such a resource is not properly utilized, wouldn’t it be a waste of resources?
When he received a call from Zhou Dongsheng, a genuine financial backer, Director Wen naturally did not dare to neglect at all and truthfully reported the status of the current project.
In short, except for the fact that the script has been roughly polished, nothing else has been figured out yet. At this moment, the literary director is still begging his grandfather and grandmother in his alma mater, struggling to find someone who can protect him.
When Zhou Dongsheng heard this, he couldn't help but feel happy. It was obviously the first time he had taken over such a large-scale production, and the fledgling literary director had no confidence in his heart. Even if he had his back, he could let him go and show off his talents...
But Zhou Dongsheng dares to delegate power, which does not mean that the literary director should waste investors' money at will. Such a good opportunity is rare, and the behavior of wasting the opportunity is undoubtedly shameful and irresponsible to himself.
"I got to know a senior when I was in school. He admired my work very much and invited me to join their company after graduation. When I got this script, I was ready to use it as a stepping stone..."
The literary director said implicitly on the phone.
"So, I am still the Cheng Yaojin who came out halfway?" Zhou Dongsheng joked happily.
"No, if it hadn't been for Mr. Zhou's appearance and trust, such a good script might not have been my turn to be the director. Maybe I wouldn't even be able to be the assistant director. I would have to be a screenwriter in name only to gain some qualifications..."
"So I am grateful from the bottom of my heart for Mr. Zhou's appreciation and willingness to give me such an opportunity..."
The literary director suddenly revealed his true feelings seriously, which made Zhou Dongsheng uncomfortable for no reason.
What? Do all intellectuals express their emotions so straightforwardly? Zhou Dongsheng raised a question mark in his heart.
"What's the name of your senior? Why don't we make an appointment to have dinner together, and I'll be your lobbyist..." Zhou Dongsheng mentioned casually. Anyway, that's all he was talking about, and he had nothing to do...
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"That's great. If President Zhou comes forward, I think I, the senior, will definitely not miss the opportunity to have dinner with President Zhou... By the way, my senior's name is Ning Hao!"
The literary director said with joy and added his name at the end.
Originally, the director was still worried about how to impress his senior, but he didn't expect Zhou Dongsheng to come to his door.
With the help of investor Zhou Dongsheng, it is enough for the literary director to use the tiger's skin as a banner and have a basis for equal cooperation with Ning Hao.
After all, the entire project now has a script, funding, and a director. It can be said that it is ready to go, but it lacks an experienced team to protect it.
Isn't this just what everyone needs? Thinking of this, Director Wen couldn't help but feel reassured. Isn't this a sure thing?
"Okay, I'm not familiar with this capital city. Please set a time and place." Zhou Dongsheng followed suit and did what he said, so he agreed.
"no problem!"
Unexpectedly, Mr. Zhou, who had so many things to do and was busy with his affairs, would be so cheerful. Director Li was overjoyed and decisively started to take action on the matter.
Regarding the fact that I had an encounter with Ning Hao while I was in school, the literary director really didn't have any doubts about it, and he even left his contact information.
It's just that the gap between the two sides is too big. Although others have extended an olive branch, the literary director did not immediately choose to cling to the high branch.
If there hadn't been such an unexpected time difference, how would Zhou Dongsheng have the opportunity to take advantage of it?
After the call was made, the director truthfully stated his intention.
"Hello, Senior Ning, I'm Wen Muye. We met during school. Do you still remember?"
When Ning Hao on the other end of the phone heard this, he thought for a while and quickly remembered such an outstanding junior student.
"Oh, it's you. Of course I remember that you filmed "Requiem". It's been two years. You've graduated a long time ago. Where are you currently employed..."
After remembering that he was such an outstanding young man, Ning Hao's attitude became a little more enthusiastic and he continued to greet him.
"I was lucky enough to take on a film project right after I graduated, and accumulated some qualifications and experience..."
The literary director spoke concisely for a while, and then changed the subject.
"Senior, are you in the capital now? I have a very exciting script on hand that I would like to discuss with you. The investment has been secured. You should have heard of the investor, named Zhou Dongsheng..."
"We would like to treat you to a meal together. It's inconvenient for you..."
In front of Ning Hao, a leader among the sixth generation of Chinese directors, the literary director kept his posture extremely low, as if asking for advice.
"Oh? I didn't expect you to be so lucky. Not only did you graduate and film, you also had your own investment and movie projects. I really didn't make any mistakes..."
"Zhou Dongsheng...he is a capable person. It would be nice to get to know him if you have the chance. I happen to be in the capital, so I can do it anytime..."
Ning Hao couldn't help but sigh after hearing this. He didn't expect that his junior fellow student would be so lucky.
After all, in Ning Hao's opinion, the most scarce thing in the film industry is often not talented directors, but noble people who can give you opportunities to display your talents.
Ning Hao undoubtedly feels the same way about this. If it weren't for Andy Lau's kindness, he would have had the opportunity to shoot the blockbuster "Crazy Stone".
He, Ning Hao, did not necessarily have the opportunity to join the sixth generation of directors, and he was fortunate enough to become the fourth emerging director to join the billion-dollar club, and since then his career as a director has flourished.
It was precisely thanks to this kindness that changed the trajectory of his life. Ning Hao, who felt the same way, always had an urgent idea in his heart that he wanted to realize.
That is to follow the example of Andy Lau and use his influence and resources to create a film project to discover new directors and give those newcomers who have talent but nowhere to use it a chance.
Just like himself back then, in Ning Hao's view, this is equivalent to a legacy, allowing the fire of Chinese movies to be passed down from generation to generation.
In addition, there is also a mentality of wanting to be the kind of person you need to look up to.
Therefore, upon hearing Wen Muye's invitation, Ning Hao's thoughts became more intense, especially when he heard about the existence of Zhou Dongsheng.
Ning Hao couldn't help but be ready to take action. After all, the more resources needed to complete such a plan, the better. The more the better.
Therefore, it would be great to be able to attract more like-minded people to join him. Today, Zhou Dongsheng is famous, and one of his titles is related to "Bole".
Ning Hao happened to have heard a little bit about him. Although they were separated by mountains and rivers, judging from Zhou Dongsheng's investment in his junior fellow student, maybe Zhou Dongsheng was really on the same path...
No matter what, there is nothing wrong with meeting for a while, just think of it as making more friends, not to mention the temptation of my junior's script...
Thinking of this, Ning Hao was naturally very happy to agree.
"That's great, senior. Why don't we just choose a different date? How about having dinner today? I'll arrange the location..." the literary director said impatiently.
After all, the principle that quick success leads to change is applicable in any industry. If we can't get this project approved quickly and finalize the contract in black and white...
Then there will still be variables, and the literary director naturally wants to nip the variables in the cradle. It is best to cook the rice before it is cooked.
"Okay, it just so happens that I won't be cooking at home at night, so it's settled!" Ning Hao is also a cheerful person and agreed immediately.
The two protagonists are so open-minded, so the literary director has nothing to hesitate about. After all, he has studied at Nortel for several years, and is very familiar with this three-acre area of the capital.
Even if you have never eaten pork, you have definitely seen pigs running around. It is not difficult to find a high-end place. Once the arrangement is completed, the address will be sent out, and the rest is to wait for good news.
Fortunately, neither Ning Hao nor Zhou Dongsheng are people who like to let pigeons fly. The grown men stick to their words and do what they say.
The two of them arrived as promised, and happened to bump into each other at the door. They were all respectable people, so they recognized each other as soon as they met.
"Director Ning! I am your fan. I have watched several of your movies more than once..."
Before Ning Hao could react, Zhou Dongsheng had already taken a preemptive strike. His enthusiastic attitude even caught Ning Hao off guard, and he even couldn't help but doubt for a moment: Could it be that he is really a fan of his?
"It's a great honor to be favored by Mr. Zhou. Let's not hang around here and keep that kid Makino waiting. Let's talk inside."
Being able to reach this level, Ning Hao is naturally a good person and has an equally enthusiastic attitude.
For a moment, the scene seemed like two old friends who had not seen each other for ten years were reunited after a long absence, just holding hands and calling each other brothers.
"That's great. If I hadn't been able to drink, I would have loved to have a drink with Director Ning..."
"The same goes for tea. It doesn't have to be wine to express feelings. Let's make friends with tea today..."
The two chatted happily until they walked into the reserved box. Wen Muye had been waiting for a long time. However, looking at the familiar appearance of the two, Wen Muye was also a little stunned.
It seems that the friendship between the two of them is better than his own!
After saying hello, the three of them happily took their seats, signaled the waiter to serve the food, and started chatting while waiting.
The first thing that came to mind was naturally the topic of the script. Wen Muye started to talk about it and revealed the whole script that he had been polishing for a long time.
Zhou Dongsheng and Ning Hao also acted as qualified listeners, asking questions from time to time.
The story currently in the script stage is naturally slightly different from the final product that Zhou Dongsheng has seen, such as in the setting of the protagonist.
After Wen Muye's drastic adaptation, the identity of the character "Cheng Yong" is set as a Northeastern man, rather than the Jiangnan water town where the prototype was born.
After all, art originates from life and is higher than life. To condense the prototype into a movie of just one or two hours, it is natural to adapt and add points of dramatic conflict.
Under Wen Muye's eloquent talk, Ning Hao's expression gradually became serious, and he began to realize the weight behind this script.
Without a doubt, this is a great story!
but……
"The story is a good one, but this... is not easy to shoot." Ning Hao said with great sincerity.
