When Lu Chen was negotiating with Qiande Pictures, he put forward his requirements for the director and the leading actor and actress.
According to the rules in the film and television industry, what he wants to take away is the biggest cake in a TV series.
Therefore, during the previous negotiations with Powerlong Pictures, Zhu Minghe thought that Lu Chen’s appetite was too big and that he didn’t know the limits of the world, so he rejected “Blue Life and Death” without hesitation. It really couldn’t be considered a big mistake.
Zhu Minghe just lacked patience and did not expect that the choice for the heroine would be Filia Chen.
The situation of Qiande Pictures was different. It was its business manager Lu Yi who took the initiative to approach Lu Chen. In addition, he understood the specific situation and his own strength was not strong enough, so he was naturally at a disadvantage.
So even though Lu Chen didn't make any request, Qiande Films still fully respected Lu Chen's opinions on the selection of several important supporting roles.
Cui Xin'ai in the play is the first female supporting role. She plays a very important role and has many scenes opposite the male protagonist. Therefore, when selecting actors, Qiande Films specially sent the VCRs of the seven actors selected initially to Lu Chen.
Lu Chen selected Zhang Liwei among the seven.
Of course, he didn't know Zhang Liwei, but he felt that her appearance and temperament met the requirements and the interview was satisfactory.
After Zhang Liwei officially signed the contract, she learned about the situation through the company, and was naturally extremely grateful to Lu Chen.
The film and television industry is a very complicated place. Here, it does not mean that you will be able to stand out if you have talent and strength. There are countless talents who have been buried, and there are countless overt and covert rules.
For a TV series, even if it is an unknown new series, it is not easy to select actors. It is really rare for her to be selected as the first supporting actress based purely on her own conditions.
Zhang Liwei is not famous, has no truly outstanding works, and has not “dedicated herself to art”.
And after the filming officially started, the cooperation between her and Lu Chen was very pleasant. Lu Chen didn't have any airs and always explained the characters to her patiently and carefully, and helped her smoothly integrate into the crew.
What surprised Zhang Liwei was that Lu Chen was very young and had only filmed commercials and music videos before, but his acting skills and theoretical knowledge were both very solid. He had the air of an old drama actor.
She has a professional background and has filmed many TV series, but she is even worse!
The most important thing is that Lu Chen has no "ambitions" for her.
Zhang Liwei has been in the industry for several years and understands the importance of opportunities. If Lu Chen, who has a high status in the crew, has any thoughts about her, she actually doesn't mind sacrificing it.
At least Lu Chen is handsome, isn't he?
But Lu Chen didn't mean that at all and was always polite.
"Teacher Lu" is her sincere honorific.
Even though Lu Chen is a few years younger than her.
Lu Chen was helpless and said, "Sister Liwei, you call me Teacher Lu and her Sister Fei, are you deliberately trying to treat me badly?"
He has corrected the other party several times, but he has never changed.
Zhang Liwei and Filia Chen both laughed.
Zhang Liwei smiled and said: "Okay, I will call you Dachen from now on."
The crew of "Blue Life and Death" has the best atmosphere that Zhang Liwei has ever worked in. There is no such kind of intrigue here. Filia Chen has the highest status, but she has never acted like a big name, even to the most ordinary staff. It's polite.
Lu Chen is the screenwriter, actor, and investor, and he plays a very important role in the crew. He is friendly and talented, and he cooperates very well with Filia Chen, and the two of them are like brother and sister.
Lu Chen and Filia Chen also support director Fang Hui very much. Qiande Films, which manages the crew, is not strong, so there is no factional strife in the crew. The other actors cherish the opportunity and everyone works together, so the filming went very smoothly. , it is very hopeful that all 20 episodes can be filmed in advance.
Now the ratings of "Blue Life and Death" are rising steadily. It has become a dark horse in the TV drama market at the end of the year. Everyone is taking advantage of it, and the atmosphere of the crew is even better.
Zhang Liwei knew that even if she and Lu Chen made some harmless jokes, the latter would never mind.
She even fell a little in love with the big boy in front of her.
However, Lu Chen didn't think too much and called the other actors to start today's filming task.
From morning to evening, it was not until dark that director Fang Hui announced the ending.
In the temporary lounge, Filia Chen was so tired that she had no strength to speak.
She had the most scenes today, and she had to shoot several scenes over and over again, and it was hard to pass.
Fang Hui is getting more and more experienced as she shoots, and her requirements for actors are getting higher and higher. She always demands the best before passing a shot that others think is completely qualified.
Filia Chen is under considerable pressure.
There was no one around, so she leaned on Lu Chen's shoulder and said, "After filming this movie, I'm going to have a good rest for a few days."
Lu Chen laughed and said, "It's the Chinese New Year right after we finish filming, so it's just in time for the New Year's holiday!"
Filia Chen adjusted her posture, leaned directly into his arms, and said with half-closed eyes: "When I was a child, I looked forward to the Chinese New Year the most. During the Chinese New Year, I would have new clothes to wear, and I could eat a lot of delicious food."
"But now I don't feel much about the Chinese New Year. I spend New Year's Eve on the TV station."
As the queen of the music industry, Filia Chen really doesn’t want too many invitations during the Chinese New Year. Some invitations cannot be declined.
For example, CCTV's Spring Festival Gala has a solo program by Filia Chen this year, which no one else can ask for.
However, she will not attend the Spring Festival Gala in February next year.
Lu Chen held her hand and asked, "How about coming to my house to celebrate the New Year this year?"
"ah?"
Filia Chen's delicate body suddenly tensed up, and a faint blush appeared on her pretty face: "Going to your house?"
Of course she knew what Lu Chen's invitation meant.
Lu Chen smiled and said, "Yes, my mother and little sister will definitely welcome you very much."
Filia Chen relaxed again, blushed and said, "It's too fast, I'm not ready yet."
According to traditional concepts, when she went to Lu Chen's house to meet Lu Chen's mother during the Chinese New Year, she was basically meeting her mother-in-law.
Lu Chen was a little disappointed, but understandable.
Filia Chen felt guilty, put her arms around Lu Chen's neck, and took the initiative to give him a passionate kiss.
Jingle bell~
As a result, just as their lips touched each other, Lu Chen's cell phone suddenly rang.
Lu Chen ignored her but the bell kept ringing, so he reluctantly let go of the beautiful woman in his arms.
What Lu Chen didn't expect was that it was Qin Hanyang who opened the phone for him.
"Brother Qin?"
Qin Hanyang's familiar voice came from the phone: "Lu Chen, are you busy?"
Lu Chen made a gesture to Filia Chen and said with a smile: "I just finished filming and have some free time. Brother Qin, are you okay?"
Qin Hanyang said: "I'm in Jinling. I haven't seen you for a long time. Let's have dinner together tonight!"
Lu Chen was surprised: "Brother Qin, have you come to Jinling too? Where are you now? I'll have someone come pick you up."
Qin Hanyang smiled and said: "Don't bother me. I, Mr. Dong and Manager Su have made a reservation at Qinhuai Restaurant. How about you come directly? We'll wait for you!"
"no problem!"
Lu Chen readily agreed: "I'll be there in an hour."
After continuing to chat with Qin Hanyang for a few words, he ended the call and said to Filia Chen: "I can't have dinner with you tonight. Qin Hanyang is here, and there are people from Qingyu Media."
If only Qin Hanyang and Lu Chen could take Filia Chen with them, it would be inconvenient for the people from Qingyu Media to be there.
Filia Chen understood: "Well, remember not to drink too much and come back early to rest."
Just like a gentle wife asking her husband to go out to socialize.
Lu Chen felt a warmth in his heart and couldn't help but lower his head to ask for a kiss, but Filia Chen blocked it with a sweet smile.
"You stink of sweat. Go take a shower and change clothes quickly, otherwise it will be too late."
Lu Chen grabbed her hand, kissed her forcefully, then laughed and stood up to leave.
He called Li Feiyu and returned to the hotel first.
After hurriedly taking a hot shower and changing into a set of clean clothes, the two took a taxi to Qinhuai Restaurant.
Qinhuai Restaurant is right by the Qinhuai River. When Lu Chen and Li Feiyu arrived, it was almost 8 o'clock in the evening.
I found the box Qin Hanyang mentioned, and there were six people inside.
In addition to Qin Hanyang, Dong Yu and Su Qingmei, there were two other men and one woman, but Lu Chen didn't recognize them.
"Brother Qin, Mr. Dong, Manager Su"
After entering the door, he apologized sheepishly: "I'm really sorry for being late and keeping everyone waiting!"
There were six plates of cold dishes and drinks on the table, none of which had been touched, obviously waiting for his arrival.
Everyone in the box, including Dong Yu, stood up. Dong Yu said with a smile: "It's just that we are embarrassed. We came here temporarily to disturb you."
Lu Chen smiled and said, "Mr. Dong is too polite."
The general manager of Qingyu Media is exquisite and beautiful, with a mature and charming temperament. She is a first-class beauty.
Lu Chen had dealt with her before, but hadn't seen her for a long time.
Su Qingmei, who was standing next to Dong Yu, still looked as charming as in her memory. She was wearing a Chanel suit that set off her perfect figure. Her eyes were full of waves and she smiled half-heartedly: "Mr. Lu, since you are late, you have to drink three drinks as a penalty.
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Hearing her call him "Teacher Lu", Lu Chen felt goosebumps rising on his skin, feeling numb and numb.
Lu Chen twitched his lips and said, "It should be."
He quickly turned to Qin Hanyang, stepped forward and opened his arms to give him a solid hug.
"Brother Qin, long time no see!"
Now Lu Chen doesn't need to give face to Su Qingmei or even Dong Yu, but not Qin Hanyang.
Qin Hanyang was stunned at first, then laughed and patted Lu Chen on the back: "Long time no see!"
Everyone is very busy, and opportunities to meet are really few and far between.
But the friendship between the two has not changed.
Lu Chen let go and asked, "The Wandering Band didn't come? Where's Sister Na?"
Qin Hanyang explained: "They are somewhere else. They came to Jinling today to have an event. Sister Na is pregnant."
"ah!"
Lu Chen was stunned: "Sister Na is pregnant?"
Qin Hanyang nodded: "Yes, I just found out that she is staying at home to raise her baby."