Xu Ji, who was sitting in the audience, was a little surprised at this time.
"How good are the resources of the Youth Micro Film Competition?"
"A new director can actually direct a movie with an investment of hundreds of millions?"
Xu Ji couldn't help but feel envious when he thought about how he personally went to station G to sign such a demanding contract and then received an investment of fifteen million.
If he had such a large investment, he would undoubtedly have many more movies to choose from.
Youman replied:
"It's different."
"Although Lu Dian is said to be a new director, he is no longer considered a new director."
"I have shot many commercials in the past that have been recognized by the industry, and he is also a contracted director with Penguin, so Penguin is willing to let him direct such a large-investment movie."
"It's probably been decided a long time ago."
Xu Ji didn’t know much about this.
After hearing Youman's explanation, I felt a little relieved.
"However, directors who win micro-film competitions generally receive good resources."
"You don't have to worry about this."
Sure enough, what Youman said is the same. Although the second place also got the position of film director with an investment of more than 38 million yuan.
But compared to the first place, hundreds of millions is not that exaggerated.
After that, the third place also successfully got a project with an investment of 40 million.
Finally, it’s Xu Ji’s turn.
"Director Xu Ji, what Phoenix Entertainment is offering is an assistant director position for a movie with an investment of one million."
"Congratulations!"
"Looking forward to cooperation between both parties."
As soon as the supporter finished speaking, many people present were obviously stunned.
"How much?"
"Did you just say one million?"
"And he's also the assistant director?"
Some people in the industry present were talking about it.
Xu Ji was also a little confused at this time.
He originally thought that if the project was good, he could earn a lot of director's fees anyway, so there was nothing wrong with agreeing to it.
If it really doesn't work, just write the script yourself. You should be able to negotiate with the investors of the micro-film competition.
But with the investment of one million and the position of assistant director, Xu Ji did not expect it at all.
Wait!
Phoenix Entertainment?
Xu Ji suddenly reacted.
Isn't this one of the three major entertainment companies that was planning to sign a contract with Sha Yetong but failed?
Is it really like Youman said that he was targeted?
"Director Sha Lu, Smallpox Entertainment gave me the position of director of a film with an investment of no less than 30 million."
"Congratulations! Looking forward to your cooperation."
When Xu Ji heard that the host on the stage had assigned the fifth place movie project, Xu Ji finally understood.
I am really being targeted.
It's probably because of Sha Yetong's incident.
After all, with the previous collaboration between "Goodbye, Jinhua Station" and "Days on Jinhua East Road", it's not really a secret that Xu Ji is the person behind Sha Yetong's songwriting.
Youman beside Xu Ji also defended Xu Ji and said:
"You said that for a movie with a million investment, you still have the position of assistant director. Isn't this bullying?"
Xu Ji was surprised and gradually calmed down.
"It's okay. Besides, I didn't violate the official conditions and met the minimum requirement of one million."
The host continued to read on the stage about the film projects that each director can direct.
Even the lowest tenth-ranked film director has an investment of 15 million.
Ten award-winning directors and collaborators' projects appear on the big screen.
Xu Ji, the assistant director of this million-dollar film project, looks particularly dazzling among them.
Many people at the scene looked at Xu Ji with eyes full of sympathy.
Youman even wanted to pull Xu Ji away directly.
But when I saw Xu Ji's expression remained as usual, even with a smile on his face, I gave up.
She felt that Xu Ji must be feeling very sad and was just trying to hold on.
"If our G station hadn't developed in film and television, we would definitely choose you!"
Youman could only comfort him.
Xu Ji shook his head.
"It's okay."
"Didn't I also collaborate with Station G on a web series?"
Youman said nothing.
She knows very well that there is still a big gap between online dramas and movies.
Compared with film directors, the identities and status of online drama directors are quite different.
Even compared to traditional star-rated film and television dramas, online dramas have always been at the lowest level of the contempt chain.
If Xu Ji could enter the film industry, his starting point would be much higher.
"I heard that Xu Ji was the one who wrote songs for Sha Yetong."
"That program of Produce Camp Girls? No wonder..."
"He has offended Phoenix Entertainment. I'm afraid no one in the industry will invest in it in the future."
......
Some people around were talking quietly.
Xu Ji still acted like a normal person, following the other directors on stage to shake hands with the investment representatives from Phoenix Entertainment.
The other party was a middle-aged man wearing sunglasses and an expensive-looking blue suit.
Perhaps because I am too thin, although the suit is a little wider, it makes me look a little funny.
Then Xu Ji stepped down, and the award ceremony was officially over.
Just when Xu Ji and Youman were about to leave, the investment representative from Phoenix Entertainment came over.
"Xu Ji, right?"
"Hello, I am the head of the film and television department of Phoenix Entertainment."
"My name is Deng Yuanyang."
Xu Ji was stunned for a moment, but shook hands with the other person politely.
"Hello."
Deng Yuanyang reached out and lifted his sunglasses.
Then, maybe because of the steps, he looked down at Xu Ji and said:
"Director Xu, as you heard just now, Phoenix Entertainment is the one giving you the project this time."
"Although it's just a small short film project worth RMB 1 million, I still hold the position of assistant director."
"But this kind of opportunity is rare for a newcomer like you."
"If the response to the short film is good by then, we can consider signing you to our company."
When Xu Ji heard what the other party said, he looked confused.
"You mean, you have to wait until I finish shooting this one-million-dollar short film you gave me before I can sign a contract with your company?"
Deng Yuanyang nodded.
"If you think it's okay, I will send you the script later."
"The specific time to join the group will be informed when the time comes."
"The funds of the project are limited, so you may not be able to pay for the director's fee, but you don't have to worry about food and accommodation. Our crew provides food and accommodation."
When Xu Ji heard this, he finally couldn't help but laugh.
Then he waved to the other person, indicating that he should come closer to him.
Deng Yuanyang actually came to humiliate Xu Ji on purpose. At this time, his purpose had been achieved, and he subconsciously leaned his ear towards it.
"Let's go eat! What the hell!"
Sure enough, the simplest smell of bad breath is the ultimate enjoyment.
Xu Ji felt much relieved.
Deng Yuanyang's eyes suddenly widened.
Then he pointed angrily at Xu Ji and wanted to curse, but he was worried about his identity.
"Mr. Deng, let's forget about our cooperation."
"I may not have time."
Xu Ji's face was still full of smiles. Without waiting for the other party's answer, he turned sideways and walked directly outside the venue.
Youman quickly chased after him.
After leaving the venue, he curiously asked:
"What did you just say to him?"
"Why did that person's expression suddenly change?"
Xu Ji replied casually:
"I think he is too thin, so I ask him to pay attention to his health and eat more."