Screenwriter Lee Sang-geun has no dissatisfaction with Su Yan's early announcement of the news at the SBC Awards. He knows that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that only comes once a year, and the wine depends on publicity.
What's more, when I woke up the next morning, I found that my name was on the hot search, along with his script. Many reporters had contacted me for interviews. I was excited but also sighed.
The project "Exit" has been in preparation for a long time. The media knew about it, but none of them were interested. Now that it was mentioned by another person, the situation became different. Many investors even called to confirm that
After Su Yan decided to direct, he expressed that he could invest additional funds.
He has never underestimated Su Yan. A director who can win more than 2 billion box office with science fiction films in China must be powerful. However, Li Shanggen has kept his mission in mind. Now he is only a screenwriter and an assistant director. For the movie, he is temporarily
No right to speak.
Although I couldn't wait to sign the contract with Qinghe and express the hardships of creation in front of reporters, I still had to wait patiently for a day.
The phone kept ringing from friends and family, investors who had rejected him, and some celebrities who had also rejected him. This made him feel good, and the long-lost respect was back.
In the past, Li Shanggen always believed that gold always shines, but after a few years, he discovered that he was wrong. If the light it emits cannot illuminate most people, it will be covered up again.
"I'm looking forward to it. The girl finally makes her comeback. A movie ticket supports her."
"I like "The End of the World" so much. I didn't expect that director Su Yan would come to South Korea to film a movie. Happiness came so suddenly."
"I don't know when we can see a variety show director who can make movies. That's amazing."
"I hope it will be a thrilling movie, and the ending must be powerful. I don't want to be depressed for three more days."
"This screenwriter Lee Sang-geun may be so good that even foreign directors want to work with him."
"Shit, I'm afraid Su Yan has lost his mind and gone crazy. Who does he think he is if he watches the movie?"
"Haha, I just laughed. Foreign directors are making Korean movies and clamoring for more than 10 million. It's just a dream."
"You can just throw yourself into the street. Why do you want to involve Girls' Generation? There is really no bottom line in people's hype nowadays."
"I won't go and see it, because you married my goddess."
Netizens expressed their opinions one after another, with both praise and criticism. Lee Sang-gen was not worried, but was happy. This shows that people are paying attention, and the most terrifying thing is to be ignored.
Just like this, I answered the phone, read the news and left messages, and a busy and fulfilling day passed.
After arriving at SM's office and seeing Su Yan and Mr. Wang already waiting, Li Shanggen's heart was completely relieved.
"Director Su, is the business going well with SBC?" Now that I'm here, there's no need to rush.
"Well, very good." Su Yan said with a smile, "The contract has been signed, and I believe a new variety show will be launched next year."
"Congratulations!" Li Shanggen still admired the other party's efficiency. In just a few days, he participated in the Daesang, sold the program rights, and added his own movie, wow!
"So, tell me your plan!"
"What's the plan?"
"Director Li." Su Yan changed his title: "Since I have always wanted to shoot a movie myself, I must have an idea."
Li Shangen was very satisfied with the title of Director Li: "Okay, I do have some immature ideas. Director Su, if you want to hear them, I will tell you."
Su Yan raised his hand to signal the other party to continue.
"First of all, as for the actors, there are a lot of action scenes, and they need to start training immediately, professionally. This can't be done overnight, so Yoona..."
"Don't worry, she has been receiving relevant guidance a month ago, and now she has mastered basic parkour and rock climbing."
"That's great." Li Shanggen smiled: "The male lead was decided relatively early. He started training in October, which seems to save a lot of time.
I plan to build a studio in Chuncheon for the shooting, which is expected to be about 10,000 square meters. If the funds can be obtained quickly, I will start next month and it is expected to be completed in about two months. The film will start shooting in mid-March and will be completed within ten days.
It can be released in the next month.”
"The shooting, post-production, and publicity only lasted more than half a year. Isn't it too hasty?" Su Yan asked.
"To tell you the truth, I have actually gone through the entire filming process in my mind countless times. I can't guarantee other scripts, but I am really confident about this one."
Then he spent another half an hour explaining some detailed plans one by one.
Su Yan felt a little embarrassed. In his opinion, the other party had indeed put in the effort to study and sharpen his sword for ten years, and Li Shanggen had done it.
Of course, plans cannot keep up with changes, and the actual shooting will definitely not go as smoothly as described, but those who are adequately prepared will solve problems faster when encountering them.
"If you want to start building a studio right away, what's the difficulty?"
"funds!"
Su Yan nodded and turned to ask Mr. Wang.
“How soon can Qinghe’s investment be in place?”
"The preliminary procedures have been completed. If necessary, within three days!"
"Then I want to solve the problem. Director Li, please submit the plan to Mr. Wang as soon as possible. After the review is completed, work will begin."
"No problem, no problem." Li Shangen was very excited: "I already have it with me. In addition to the drawings, there is also a detailed budget."
He said and took out a thick stack of documents from his bag.
Su Yan turned over the page and said, "Give me some time and I will reply to you as soon as possible."
He is very experienced in setting up studios. In "The End of the World", he built a ruin step by step just by watching it.
This movie is set in a city, so it's relatively simple, but you still have to do some research. You can't just follow what others say, and shopkeepers have to have some sense of responsibility. Qinghe invests real money.
As for the salary, Su Yan set a salary of one million for himself, which is fine, but he has to participate in the box office share, which is 5% of the profit.
Other investors have no objection to this. It is normal for well-known directors to receive high salaries and commissions.
After chatting about business matters, everyone was very relaxed. SM representatives stood up and invited everyone to join the luncheon.
"Send me the address and I'll ask two friends to come over." Su Yan said casually.
After half an hour's journey, we arrived at the place.
After taking a look, Han Zhengshi is the type of side dishes that can fill a table.
After sitting for ten minutes, the waiter came and knocked on the door. Two men stood at the door.
"Eh!?"
Everyone was surprised to find out that the person Su Yan called was not Yoona or Yoo Jae Suk.
"Hani asai yo!"
Cha Tae Hyun, Jo In Sung!
"This is?" Li Shangen stood up in surprise and looked at Su Yan questioningly.
The latter stepped forward first and gave the two of them a big hug.
"haven't seen you for a long time."
"Come on, sit down first."
A group of people chatted lively for a few words.
"Come on, no need for me to introduce them, you must know them, but they have another identity today, they are the actors of "Exit"." Su Yan said with a smile.
"ha!?"
Lee Sang-gen didn't care about being polite or impolite: "Director Su, do you want to replace Cao Zheng? Although the two acting skills are very good, he is really the most suitable for the protagonist. I hope you will think about it carefully."
In his opinion, as the chief director and an investor, Su Yan's opinions can only be used as a reference. If he really wants to change, he cannot stop it.
Su Yan hadn't spoken yet, but Cha Taixian and Zhao Yincheng were stunned for a moment.
"Eh? Didn't you agree to make a guest appearance? Why did you become the starring role? Then we have to collect money."
"Haha, Director Li, I didn't say that." Su Yan said with a smile.
"Then what is this?" Li Shangen was also a little confused.
"They are here to help. Two of them will make cameos. Do you remember the promise I made the night before yesterday? I have already said the big words. If it does not reach 10 million, I will probably not be able to come to Korea in the future. I must think of something.
way."
Su Yan explained patiently.
"Jo In-sung's guest appearance is in the pilot, which will appear in the scene on the rooftop. There is also the restaurant owner who is chasing Yoona. I want Cha Tae-hyun to play it. In addition, the firefighter who appears at the end will be played by Lee Dong-wook and other stars.
, but I don’t have time to come over at the moment.”
"hiss..."
Investors were shocked!
Li Shanggen was shocked!
People are so irritating.
In just one day, Su Yan has contacted so many big names, which is unimaginable.
"But if it's the role of a store owner, then Mr. Cha Tae-hyun will have to pay acting fees."
"Just watch and give it." Lao Che waved his hand nonchalantly.
Su Yan nodded, no need to remind him that he planned to do the same. People like Zhao Yincheng and Li Dongxu were purely guest stars, just showing their faces and not even having any lines. That could be considered friendship.
However, Cha Tae Hyun is definitely not good. In total, he has the most roles besides the male and female protagonists.
Again, this kind of money can't be saved, and it doesn't matter if he doesn't care. Otherwise, if the news gets out, he will think that the crew is too stingy or the funds are tight, which will have a bad impact.
"The filming is expected to start in March. It doesn't matter to the others. Brother Taixian, you have to help us free up the schedule first."
"No problem!" He looked hungry and was stuffing food into his mouth.
Lao Che's so-called incident has been successfully resolved, and Korean netizens are no longer pursuing it. At that difficult time, Su Yan extended his hand and helped him in times of need, gaining his friendship.
Cha Tae Hyun took the initiative to help contact several big names who came to guest appearance, and responded within a short time that there was no problem.
"That's right." Su Yan turned around and asked Lao Wang in a low voice: "What do you mean?"
"Oh, there is no problem at all. The other party is willing to help, and we are paying for it. It is an ordinary business performance, and with our usual relationship, there is no reason not to agree."
"That's good."
In the next three days, Su Yan turned down all invitations and stayed at his father-in-law's house to study the setup of the studio. During this period, Li Shanggen also came several times to finalize the draft.