Chapter 556 Signing a contract with the future actor
Little Stephen Chow said.
"I particularly like the Hong Kong martial arts hero movie universe, especially the "Fist of Fury" series of movies. I have watched them many times."
"You are the creator of the Hong Kong Heroes movie series, so I know you."
Cao Weidong touched the sparse stubble on his chin.
It turns out that I have become so famous without even realizing it.
In fact, it’s right to think about it.
If we make a horizontal analogy.
Cao Weidong's status as a Hong Kong martial arts hero is almost equivalent to that of Mr. Stan Lee in Marvel.
But it was not easy for little Stephen Chow to recognize him at a glance.
After all, there is little information available at this time, and Stephen Chow is only a child who has not yet reached adulthood.
Cao Weidong tilted his head and looked at little Stephen Chow with interest.
Although he was underage at this time and still had hair on his lips, he straightened his chest and pretended to be mature, which made Cao Weidong sigh.
Children from poor families become masters early.
According to his life rhythm and family situation, it is estimated that in order to supplement the family income, he should work a lot of odd jobs outside with his poor brother Tony Leung.
Cao Weidong asked jokingly.
"You are right, but am I really famous?"
Stephen Chow nodded vigorously.
"Well, you are very famous. Not only do I like you, but my teammates also like you. I hope you can create more good content."
To prove it, Tony Leung also nodded heavily.
Cao Weidong pulled up a chair and sat down, his eyes were level with the two of them, and he asked casually:
"Do you like making movies?"
The two children were a little nervous. They looked at each other and didn't know how to answer.
Cao Weidong slapped his forehead and pretended to be kind.
"Don't be nervous, I just saw that you performed very well just now, so I wanted to chat with you."
Little Stephen Chow breathed a sigh of relief and then spoke first.
"I like making movies, and my dream is to become a big star."
Tony Leung hesitated for a while, then continued.
"I like it too."
In the original timeline, Stephen Chow had always aspired to become a big star, but his friend Tony Leung Chiu-wai had no such idea.
Unlike Stephen Chow, who is wild and unconstrained, Tony Leung is more "pragmatic".
If it hadn't been for Stephen Chow dragging Tony Leung to accompany him to sign up for a TVB actor training class.
Maybe Tony Leung will never enter the entertainment industry.
Cao Weidong chatted for a few more words, pretending to be getting closer to the two children as they chatted with each other, and finally said it logically.
"I want to hire you to be the special child actors of our Jiahe Group Company. When there is filming, you can come and film. If there is no filming, you can continue your own business."
"And we can make an exception and let you enter Jiahe's performing arts training class."
Stephen Chow is so happy that he is about to fly.
As long as he can film, he will be very satisfied.
What's more, you can also enter actor training classes.
This is great.
Tony Leung was hesitant.
He still has to do odd jobs.
If it weren't for Stephen Chow's hard work, he wouldn't have come.
Cao Weidong glanced at Tony Leung.
"I will give you 30 Hong Kong dollars a day during the filming. If you perform well, your price will be increased. In addition, I will take care of the food while you are on the crew."
Xiao Liang Chaowei's eyes straightened.
"Done."
One day's work on the set is almost equivalent to one month's salary.
No fool would refuse to agree.
Little Stephen Chow is also very happy.
Not only can you do your favorite job, but you can also make money to support your family, which is really great.
Cao Weidong said with a smile.
"Then it's settled, but we need to sign a contract and take me to find your family."
He can't wait to sign Stephen Chow and Tony Leung into the company.
However, the two children are not yet adults at this time. According to the regulations of Hong Kong City, their guardians must sign on their behalf.
Little Stephen Chow glanced at the children who were still rolling around on the stage to relax.
"Then they..."
Cao Weidong shook his head and spoke calmly.
"Sorry, they do not meet our company's requirements for signing contracts."
"In fact, when faced with opportunities, everyone is fair, but you have seized the opportunity, and they have given up in advance."
"Remember, there is no rehearsal in life, every step is important."
When Cao Weidong was observing little Stephen Chow and little Tony Leung Chaowei filming, he actually also paid attention to other children.
His purpose is to sign the two children into the company.
If there are other suitable talents, he would not mind giving these children a chance.
It's just a pity that these children are too crotch-stretching.
Cao Weidong has no choice.
Little Stephen Chow nodded in understanding.
Although he was a little confused, the words "There is no rehearsal in life" were deeply engraved in his heart, which would benefit him greatly in the future.
Under the leadership of the two primary schools, Cao Weidong successfully found their mother. After identifying himself, he directly stated his purpose.
Mother Zhou and Mother Liang were feeling dizzy.
They were stunned for a long time before they understood the current situation.
His son was discovered by a talent scout.
Moreover, the identity of the 'talent scout' is not simple. He is a famous author in Hong Kong, the boss of Jiahe Film and Television, and the founder of Li TV.
This is a great thing.
Maybe the current situation of my own family’s embarrassment can be improved a lot.
After all, filming is very profitable.
Then what is there to hesitate about?
Sign!
In this way, Cao Weidong successfully signed Stephen Chow Jr. and Tony Leung Chiu-wai.
Both parties are very satisfied with the result.
He immediately found the principal of the actor training class and went through the admission procedures for little Stephen Chow and Tony Leung Chiu-wai, and told them to take special care of them.
This is a good candidate who is 100% capable of becoming a movie star, and must be cultivated well.
......
Time passes slowly.
Winter passes and autumn comes.
Unknowingly, the old calendar turned over.
The time has come to 1978.
A lot has happened this year.
The film section of Shaw Brothers Pictures lost its blockbuster territory and almost disappeared from the film and television industry. In order to protect itself, it was forced to lay off many film section staff.
In terms of wireless, the ratings are also dismal and pitiful, even being pushed down by Jiayi and ranking at the bottom.
During this year, Jiayi attracted five shareholders to invest in capital through rounds of capital operations.
They are the family of Lin Bingyan (one of the founders of Hang Seng Bank), Jardine Matheson & Co., Hong Kong Commercial Radio, and three Chinese newspapers in Hong Kong - "Sing Tao Daily", "Overseas Chinese Daily" and "Business Daily".
With the addition of capital, Jiayi TV has deep pockets and has hired former TVB general manager Zhou Liangshuyi with high salary, as well as many major subordinates, including Ye Jiexin, Liu Tianci, Lu Guozhan, Lin Xuhua, and Shi Shaoming.
In addition, Jiayi TV also recruited front- and back-stage staff who formerly worked at TVB at a high cost, increasing the number of employees in Taiwan from about 600 in early 1978 to more than 800.