Amid cheers, the crew quickly tidied up the scene and returned the equipment and props to the warehouse.
Zhao Lei took two people to take stock, and the rest of the people came to the hotel near the film and television base.
There’s a kick-off party when the movie starts, and there’s a wrap-up party when it’s finished.
Tang An sat in a box with the actors, producers, and team leaders, and a large table was set up, which could accommodate almost 20 people.
Zhao Lei was still leading people to take inventory, so the banquet was not started yet. Everyone sat together and chatted casually.
The atmosphere in the hall outside the door was also very lively. Although we didn’t want the six-month shooting cycle like some blockbusters, the intense shooting for one and a half months was indeed tiring enough.
Now the tight string in my head can finally be relaxed.
In the large box, Tang An accepted the compliments from everyone with a smile.
Not long after, Zhao Lei finished his work and came.
"Then let them serve the food. Everyone should go to bed early after eating. It has been a hard work for everyone for more than a month!"
As he spoke, Tang An opened a bottle of liquor, poured himself a glass, raised his glass, looked around, and said sincerely, "Thank you all for your hard work during this period. It took me more than a month and a half to complete the second movie in my life."
, no need to talk nonsense, it’s all in the wine!”
After that, Tang An drank it all in one gulp!
"Director Tang, you're welcome!"
"This is what we should do!"
"Director Tang is still a good leader, otherwise it wouldn't have been so smooth!"
"Director Tang is so bold, let's do it too!"
...
Everyone quickly filled their own cups and drank a glass one after another.
“I also see everyone’s hard work during this period!”
Tang An said and nodded to Xu Ruoyun. She immediately took out stacks of red envelopes from her bag and handed them to Tang An.
"This is my idea. I don't have much money, so everyone can help me!"
One person took a red envelope and they were all the same thickness.
"After the movie is released, if the box office is okay, I will definitely give everyone a bigger red envelope!"
"Thank you, Director Tang!"
"Director Tang is so polite!"
After working hard for a month, I got the salary I deserved, I also made some extra money, I got a red envelope, and there will be bonuses after that.
Tang An's words immediately made them forget all their previous dissatisfaction.
Money is so fucked up!
Everyone was even happier after getting the money, and it was quite lively to drink and drink.
...
Tang An looked at Xu Jinglei and asked, "Old Xu, this film is finished, what are your next plans?"
Xu Jinglei smiled and nodded, "I have an idea!"
"Oh, are you still planning to continue being a director?"
"After watching these two movies of yours, I also want to make a movie with a female protagonist."
"When I rewatched The Godfather some time ago, I remembered Wu Zetian and planned to make a film called "Female Godfather" to tell the story of Wu Zetian's step-by-step rise to the pinnacle of power!" Xu Jinglei explained.
This movie?
Tang An didn't realize it for a while. The movie about Wu Zetian in his memory had to wait until the one starring Fan Binbin more than 10 years later. When would another one appear?
But Tang An suddenly remembered that Xu Jinglei had a project that had been shelved in the past two years. It seemed to be called "Days in the Palace". Could it be this one?
"It's a bit difficult to shoot a costume film, and where can you find a suitable actor?" Tang An asked immediately.
"I plan to star in it myself, what do you think?" Xu Jinglei smiled.
"Are you still busy? This kind of costume blockbuster is not that simple. There are too many things!"
Tang An shook his head. There was a reason why this project was shelved. With Xu Jinglei's current directorial level, it was obviously not enough to direct and star in a costume blockbuster.
Then I heard Xu Jinglei talk about the general idea. Li Shimin corresponded to the old godfather, and he died after conquering a huge empire.
Li Zhi was the eldest son and legal heir, but he voluntarily gave up his rights because of his too gentle and kind personality.
Wu Zetian corresponds to the godfather's youngest son, who is farthest from the center of power, but has become the target of public criticism.
It's a good idea and sounds interesting.
However, if it is shot like this, unless the three leading actors have outstanding acting skills, they will not be able to sustain the whole drama.
Tang An didn't attack him either. Anyway, he would put it aside later due to various reasons.
However, Lu Yi, Deng Chao and the others listened with interest, obviously still very interested in the female godfather.
"Old Xu, you want to be China's El Pasiru!" Lu Yi sighed.
Today we were filming together, and in the blink of an eye they started talking about becoming directors and making movies. It's really incomparable.
"Then who should we choose to play the godfather?"
"I think Uncle Daoming is very suitable. His temperament is more interesting than Marlon Brando!" Sun Li interjected.
...
After the wedding banquet, everyone drank some wine, and there were no other activities. They each went back to their rooms to rest.
After taking a shower, the drunkenness dissipated a little and I felt much better.
Tomorrow, the film will be sent to the base for development. After the film comes out, the telecine transfer will be completed and the post-production work will begin.
When he first came back, Tang An thought that primitive editing methods were still used in this era, using scissors to cut the film, then sticking them together with tape or glue, and then watching the editing effect on the editing table.
Cut the problem apart, glue it on, and repeat it over and over again.
After all, Tang An was also a wild man, and he had little knowledge of the development of film history. At this time, he was still working as the lowest-level handyman on the set.
Later, I learned that in this era, it is now possible to transfer film to magnetic tape and then edit it on a computer.
...
Early the next morning, Tang An went to the studio to see that it was almost ready. He told Zhao Lei to hand over the equipment to the base and send all the boxes of film to the base for printing.
Xu Jinglei informed Tang An and left the base.
Lu Yi and Deng Chao packed their things and left. Before leaving, they also expressed their desire to continue cooperation.
Even if the crew is disbanded, unless there is a need to reshoot some scenes later, it will basically be difficult to reunite.
After sighing with emotion, Tang An left the base and prepared to go to China Film Group to discuss distribution and publicity matters.
However, as soon as he reached the entrance of the base, a group of reporters rushed towards him and bumped into them.
"It's Tang An!"
Someone shouted, and the reporters immediately quickened their pace and surrounded him with cheers.
What's going on?
What are you looking for me for?
I'm not causing any trouble!
"Director Tang, Lu Chuan said yesterday that your summer release would be a disaster and the film would not even be able to recoup its cost. What do you think?"
"Faced with domestic and foreign blockbusters this summer, do you think you can create miracles again?"
"Director Xu Ke said in an interview that "Seven Swords" will definitely win the championship this summer and have a box office of over 100 million. Do you think "Terror Cruise" can compete!"
"Xu Ke said that "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" is the biggest rival of "Seven Swords". He even praised "Initial D" without mentioning "Terror Cruise" at all..."
...
Listening to their random questions, Tang An finally understood what had happened.