However, it is obvious that people in the industry also feel that film companies appear to be more formal and high-end.
Wu Di is not a person who dawdles around. Even though Zhang Feng made suggestions later and Da Fei was busy before him, Boss Wu would not just settle for something ready-made.
Just hang the name of a legal person out of thin air.
There are still a few things that need to be planned.
At this critical moment, Boss Wu also began to recruit troops. The target was naturally to start with the people around him.
"Xiao Qi, I'm going to open a film company, you know!"
Wu Di didn't even bother to be polite to Xiao Qi and went straight to the point. With the relationship between Xiao Qi and Da Fei, it was impossible for him not to know about this.
Sure enough, Xiao Qi gave an affirmative answer with an upbeat tone. It was obvious that Director Qi was in a surprisingly good mood recently.
"How about it?"
"How about you also contribute some money and participate in one share?"
As soon as he heard that money would be paid, Xiao Qi's heart skipped a beat and sank.
He quickly declined: "Brother, it's not like you don't know my financial situation. It's almost difficult to live a good life. You still expect me to invest?"
"If I had money, of course I would also want to participate, but the problem is, I really have no money."
There is nothing more embarrassing than letting a man cry out for poverty in front of his brothers. Xiao Qi can only say that he is really short of money.
But Wu Di didn't take it seriously at all: "Why are you so stubborn?"
"Share participation can also be just a name. As long as you are willing to participate, just name it. We can discuss the investment later."
"And...is there such a good thing?"
Although it is true that there are some shareholders who only take dry shares when starting a company and do not have to pay a dime, but such good things are all because the company has something to ask for, either it has an exclusive patent or it can provide some kind of
Shortcut on the doorway.
After all, only those talents who are indispensable and of great use to the company have such opportunities.
And Xiao Qi?
His current status in the entertainment industry is not even higher than that of Wu Di. He is simply a little transparent. Even if he is a good brother, he does not believe that Wu Di can be so generous.
"I dare not say good things, but if you are willing to put your name on it, it will be quite beneficial to the company."
"You see, the company will also sign many new artists in the future, and they will also need film contracts. As for you, to be honest, Xiao Qi, I am very optimistic about you."
"As a young director, you will definitely succeed in the future. By then, you don't have to worry about money, and honors will definitely follow."
"So, if I ask you to join a partnership, it can be regarded as buying shares in advance. You don't have to feel pressure. I just ask if you are willing."
"this……"
Xiao Qi seems to still have doubts. This is 2010 after all. If ten years pass, in that era when film directors have opened their own studios and companies, I am afraid that Xiao Qi's first movie may not wait for Wu Di to persuade him.
Our own company participated in the production!
Everyone comes well prepared, and no one will forget that they want a share of their own golden eggs.
But now it was ten years ago. Directors at this time often had relatively outdated concepts, and they were still immersed in the idea that directors are engaged in art, and I cannot be tainted with the smell of copper.
In that case, I would no longer be pure or noble, and my heart would be polluted. How could I still engage in art?
This mentality is still common among current film directors, especially newbie directors like Xiao Qi, who are hardest hit.
"What's there to hesitate about?"
"I won't ask you for any money, I'll just let you put your name on it. If you have projects in the future and you want to make a new film, just think more about my artists. This is still a matter without a shadow."
"I am such a good partner, but you still want to consider it, Xiao Qi, Xiao Qi, you really disappoint me!"
"Originally, I was thinking that I was going to open a film company anyway, and the only directors I would cooperate with were my Xiaofeng and Lao Zhang. I always felt that it was a bit narrow, and I wanted to have one more ally to give me more strength, that's all!"
"Since you don't have this idea yet, and it doesn't taste sweet if you force yourself to do it, you should think about it again!"
"Wait a moment!"
"You said, Lao Zhang will also join?"
Wu Di was still expressing his understanding and talked about a lot of chicken soup, but Xiao Qi suddenly interrupted him.
Wu Di was surprised: "You just remembered it! Isn't it obvious?"
"Even if we don't invest in shares, wouldn't Lao Zhang first consider our artists for his new film?"
"I agree!"
"Count me in!"
"When I have money, I will definitely make up for the investment!"
With just one name, Xiao Qi instantly changed his mind. How amazing?
This is something Wu Di has been talking about for a long time but has not come to fruition. What Xiao Qi values is how could it be Wu Di's company? It is obviously Lao Zhang, the senior director!
Hidden resources!
If it were Xiao Qi a few months ago, he might have dismissed the power of such seniors, thinking that the seniors were destined to be photographed on the beach.
He is capable and has a bright future, but the old minds of the seniors cannot be compared with these new directors.
The battle in Shuicheng completely changed Xiao Qi's views.
Who says old timers are useless?
The old timers are not just useful, they are very useful!
Without Lao Zhang's recommendation, with Xiao Qi's qualifications, he could only get a place in the secondary screening of the Shuicheng Film Festival, which would be a good start.
The next step is to be like other new directors, maintain the quality of their works within a certain period of time, about a few years, and continue to gain qualifications in major film festivals. Finally, when the daughter-in-law becomes a mother-in-law, she can win the award.
Already.
However, with the recommendation of Lao Zhang, a senior boss, all these links were omitted.
Xiao Qi can be said to have reached the sky in one step!
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Become an official nominated work!
Of course, the high quality of Xiao Qi's works plays a decisive role in this, but it would be unobjective to say that Lao Zhang's face is not involved.
The effect of two people is probably 40-60%!
what? What?
Lao Zhang, who was not involved in the production of Labyrinth at all, could actually receive four points for his contribution in the nomination of the film Water City?
How can this be?
This is of course possible, and as a director and original creator, Xiao Qi himself has admitted that without Lao Zhang, there would be no nomination this time.
If Xiao Qi is really lucky enough to win the award, then he will remember Lao Zhang's kindness for the rest of his life!
In any case, getting closer to Lao Zhang has only advantages and no disadvantages for a new director like Xiao Qi.
What's more, there is Wu Di in the middle. With Wu Di here, Lao Zhang will definitely take more care of him.
Isn’t the situation today very obvious?
If Wu Di hadn't been involved, how could Lao Zhang, no matter how kind-hearted he was, write a letter of recommendation to Xiao Qi who couldn't even get a job?
Taking care of Wu Di means taking care of Xiao Qi. They are all opportunities and the principle is the same.
What's more, from a technical perspective, following Lao Zhang also has great benefits.
Lao Zhang has been able to dominate the film industry for so many years, not only because of the dividends of the times, as a director, his unique aesthetic concepts, narrative ability, and even the exploration of the characteristics of actors are among the best.
The frequent production of excellent works is the biggest guarantee that he has always enjoyed a high reputation in the industry.
As a newcomer, Xiao Qi certainly has his own advantages, but if he can learn a few tricks from Lao Zhang, it will definitely be of great benefit to him.
Although Lao Zhang has never accepted a disciple and has never had such an idea, he can't resist Xiao Qi's idea!
Besides, between masters, there is no need to learn from each other on the spot, as long as there are more opportunities for daily communication, Xiao Qi will benefit a lot.
At this time, what are you still hesitating about?
If Lao Zhang joins, then Xiao Qi must join!
Although everyone is here when they are supposed to be here, some people are too inexplicable!
…………
"Boss Wu, Boss Wu, you are not a friend enough. Why didn't you inform me in advance about such a great thing as starting a company?"
The beautiful woman in front of her held up a skewer and a piece of sizzling and greasy mutton. She tore it off with force and stuffed it into her mouth.
She chewed it crunchily, and it was delicious.
What a great beauty, this taste is really something I cannot praise.
She is the only one who can make Boss Wu take some time out of his busy schedule to sit in the barbecue restaurant!
There is no doubt that the meeting place was hand-picked by Cifang again. Last time it was a braised pork restaurant, and this time it was a barbecue restaurant.
Our bright and beautiful star really has extraordinary taste.
There is even a feeling of being able to make a living.
She has never mentioned anything about luxurious French food or cold Japanese food.
"Didn't I tell you before? As you know, Sisi said that after filming Mr. K's TV series, she will come and sign a contract with me."
"This time, I have fulfilled my promise and really supported her."
"Yeah, she told me."
"This Mr. K is really a weirdo, a big weirdo. He has already made such an ugly scene. Since we can't keep him, why don't we just let him go? Why keep Sisi around to make another TV series?"
"I really can't figure it out. Does this change the overall situation?"
Cifang was indignant. Ever since she heard the news from Sisi, she had been very unhappy, even though these things had nothing to do with her directly.
It can even be said that a relatively perfect solution has been obtained. However, the matter of termination of the contract is still delayed again and again by Mr. K, using various reasons flexibly. If the same thing were done to the third power, it would never be allowed.
It happens.
Once the contract is terminated, the contract is terminated. What should be done has to be delayed again and again, but this matter is not strange to Sisi.
That's the kind of person she is.
Not renewing the contract was already her limit. She didn't want to offend anyone, so she offended someone suddenly, and she didn't know how to end it.
Therefore, as long as Mr. K does not force her to renew her contract, she will tolerate whatever she can.
The hateful thing is Mr. K, she did this on purpose.
She clearly knows that Sisi's personality is meek and slimy, yet she deliberately uses all kinds of conspiracies and tricks and refuses to let go easily. It's really hateful.
"Of course Mr. K is doing it for her own benefit. Isn't it understandable? As long as Sisi can film one more drama for her, she will make money and squeeze out the remaining value as much as possible. This principle was not true when we were in school.
Have you studied them all?”
"They are all businessmen themselves."
"how about you?"
"You have opened a company and are now a businessman. Will you exploit Sisi?"
Wu Di smiled and said: "That's not the case. Although I am also a businessman and I also hope that the company can make more money, I have no intention of treating Sisi as a cash cow and shaking it vigorously."
"Currently, the company has just started and its strength is not yet strong enough. Soon, the company will have more and more new people signing contracts. I will not be like Mr. K, who just piles resources on one person and puts eggs in one basket.
In the end, the egg was not saved, and only an empty basket was left. No matter how tightly I hugged it, what's the use?"
Mr. K's sincerity towards Sisi turned into a disadvantage when it came to the serious businessman Wu Di. People are independent animals. Mr. K, who has always been smart and capable, forgot this when facing the young man he liked.
a little.
From the strategic perspective of developing the company, Mr. K's model is too rash. It is a miracle that she can persist in Sisi for so many years.
And all real businessmen should know the principle of digging a wide hole and accumulating more food. Of course, as a film company, you must also master a certain degree of control.
That is, the artists under the company are not good at many. When it comes to building the artist team, many companies also made the same mistake at the beginning.
I always felt that my company was booming and powerful, so I started collecting all the big-name stars and fresh forces in the market like stamp collecting under my banner.
Suddenly, there were even more than a hundred artists signed by the company, which seemed great, but the real situation was not so wonderful.
After all, the company's capabilities are limited. If you sign so many artists, how can you evenly distribute them so that every newcomer has something to eat?
Those big names still have to compete for resources, not to mention Xiao Xiami. They are wasting other people's youth and cannot make profits for the company.
Such a rapid expansion model can be said to usher in a lose-lose situation, which is not beneficial to either party.
As a person who traveled from later generations, Wu Di would not do this. This is too bad. As a small-scale film company, it is enough as long as all of its artists can stand up to the sky.
There must be newcomers, and seniors are also indispensable. As long as the structure is properly constructed, you can even let your own veteran actors lead your own newcomers, and the effect may be better.
"Since you have a plan, I won't hide it anymore. How about I give you some more strength?"