After reading the synopses of the two scripts, Li Yuqing also came to a similar conclusion. Normally, for a comedy film, the screenwriter would always write words such as "funny" and "hilarious" in the synopsis of the script.
However, the real plot is extremely embarrassing.
After roughly understanding the situation of the two scripts, Zhang Fan and Li Yuqing exchanged glances.
"Brother Fan, please choose one."
Zhang Fan's qualifications and reputation are greater than those of Li Yuqing, so Li Yuqing said humbly.
"Then I'll do this "Heart Blossom Road"."
In Zhang Fan's opinion, the two scripts were basically the same, and it didn't matter which one he filmed. However, the male protagonist in the first script was older, so it was more suitable for him.
"Okay, then I will make another "Ex's Strategy"."
In this way, the two of them decided on the script.
As the two said, the two scripts Hu Shuo came up with were "Beautiful Heart" and "Strategy of the Ex" which both achieved good box office results in another time and space.
Of course, the "Ex Raiders" here is the "Ex 3" with the best box office performance.
"Now that you have chosen the script, let's get familiar with the script and the characters in the play as soon as possible." As he said that, Hu Shuo looked at the watch on his wrist: "The audition will begin in two hours. All the actors here will
Also get familiar with the script and characters as soon as possible.”
"Once again, this audition is fair to everyone. The only criteria for judging are acting skills and whether it is suitable for the role played. Please take it seriously, except of course those who want to leave the company."
After saying that, Hu Shuo stood up and left the conference room.
As soon as Hu Shuo left, the meeting immediately exploded.
"What the hell? What kind of assessment is this!"
"What kind of filming can be done with just two bad scripts!"
"According to what he said, wouldn't the company launch two dramas at once? Even if the investment in each one is 50 million, it would be 100 million. Using 100 million to evaluate everyone? It's really crazy!"
"It doesn't matter if he takes the exam or not, it's not a good idea to film a movie. Anyway, he is the boss. If he is willing to spend 100 million to play, just play with him!"
"Our Mr. Hu is Mr. Yang's husband. He is a man short of 100 million. Haven't you heard that he lost the group billions a few years ago?"
"Forget it, let's read the script. If it's like Mr. Hu said, maybe we can get a leading actor!"
"..."
"Mr. Tian, are you just going to let him do this nonsense??"
Zhang Fan shook his head and asked Tian Kai who stayed in the conference room.
"It's not up to me now."
Tian Kai shrugged and said: "However, Mr. Hu has his own reasons for doing this. The reason why our Wanli Pictures has been difficult to achieve profitability is because of problems with the content. Therefore, after Mr. Hu took over, he first assessed
That’s all of you.”
"I think there is nothing wrong with this assessment. Everyone should take it seriously!"
At this time, of course Tian Kai wanted to support Hu Shuo. In fact, he had been dissatisfied with the directors and actors signed by the company a long time ago. As the president of Wanli Pictures, he worked on one movie after another.
They spend money and Xuanfa does their best, but most of the time the results are not satisfactory.
"Mr. Tian, my contract with the company only has one year left. If he is so troublesome, I can't guarantee whether I will renew my contract with the company."
At this time, Chen Aoshi, who had already been holding back his anger, spoke again. Of course he knew Hu Shuo's identity and background, so he didn't dare to confront Hu Shuo just now, but Tian Kai was a different matter.
, although the other party holds the title of president, he is nothing more than a high-level wage earner.
As the "first brother" of the company and a former first-line star, Chen Aoshi was not at all afraid to talk to Tian Kai.
Nowadays, China's entertainment industry is very developed, and celebrities with high national popularity like Chen Aoshi are naturally the targets of recruitment by major entertainment companies, so he has no worries about finding a job.
Tian Kai did not expect that Chen Aoshi would threaten to terminate the contract in public, and his face was a little ugly. In fact, even when Chuangshi Entertainment did not acquire Wanli Pictures, Chen Aoshi's behavior was quite arrogant. There was nothing he could do about it, even though he was the only one in the company.
As a first-line player, he is often needed to support his appearance. Therefore, in the past, Tian Kai also gave him three points.
However, now that Chen Aoshi said such words in front of so many people, Tian Kai was a little embarrassed.
"Ao Shi, you heard it too. This is what Mr. Hu means. I am just a wage earner. How can I influence the boss's thoughts?"
Although Tian Kai was full of displeasure, this situation was obviously not suitable for an attack, so he could only use Hu Shuo as a shield.
"Ao Shi, this matter is indeed beyond Mr. Tian's control."
At this time, the middle-aged woman sitting next to Chen Aoshi pulled his sleeve. This middle-aged woman's name was Xie Lan, and she was Chen Aoshi's manager.
Seeing Xie Lan speak, Chen Aoshi said nothing more. In fact, he also knew that Tian Kai could not decide anything now. He was just angry. Before that, the company's dramas were mainly based on him, and the roles were chosen by him.
, now it's good that he is asked to audition with a group of young actors. He really can't accept it.
"Sister Lan, do I really want to audition with them?"
Chen Aoshi glanced at the script in front of him with disdain on his face.
"Just give it a try, it's just a formality. Is it really possible that I don't need you to play the male lead?" Xie Lan comforted, and then whispered: "When the new boss takes office, of course he must establish his authority and give him some face.
"
"Yeah, that's right."
Chen Aoshi nodded and felt that what Xie Lan said made sense. The new boss had three things to do when he took office. Hu Shuo had just acquired Wanli Pictures. Of course the new boss had to show some dignity when he took office and give some hope to the young actors in the company.
As Xie Lan said, how can the company not use him to play the male lead? No one except him can carry the banner of the male lead in a movie!
"Okay, Sister Lan, please read the script for me and tell me which role to try."
With that said, Chen Aoshi slumped down on the chair and prepared to squint for a while.
"Okay, I'll tell you later."
Xie Lan got both scripts in his hands.
The other end of the conference room.
Two other iconic figures from Wanli Pictures, Yang Jian and Zheng Xue, were also whispering.
The two of them are considered a rare model couple in the entertainment industry. They first met because of a drama. They fell in love for two years and then got married. Now they have been married for eight years and their children are six years old. But
The relationship between the couple is still very good.
Both of them are people who don't have a strong ambition for fame and fortune, and live a more Buddhist-like life. With their attitude in the entertainment industry, of course they won't be able to receive top resources, and it's basically impossible to improve their status unless they are
You will be lucky enough to encounter a popular work, but the chance of this is too low.
Since the two of them signed with Wanli Pictures, they have only filmed films that were produced by Wanli Pictures or participated in the investment. Over the past few years, they have still been in a tepid state. However, the two of them have not made much progress.
ambition, but also satisfied with the status quo.
After listening to Hu Shuo's words, the two people's emotions did not fluctuate much, but they studied the script.
"Honey, I think you can try the role of Kang Xiaoyu."
Yang Jian said as he turned over the script of "Heart Blossoms Bloom".
"Then give Hao Yi a try. You've never played this type of role before," Zheng Xue said.
"Playing a scumbag?"
Yang Jian hesitated: "How about I try Geng Hao?"
"No, it's unlucky. Geng Hao and Kang Xiaoyu are divorced in the play." Zheng Xue shook her head.
"After so many years of acting, do you still care about this?" Yang Jian smiled and said, "Okay, then I will try Hao Yi, lest we act opposite each other and I will laugh out loud."
Obviously, the couple was in a very peaceful state and did not feel any discomfort due to the audition. In fact, for an actor, auditioning is a normal thing. However, it developed to the point where some well-known actors were abused later.
It's just broken.
Two hours passed quickly, and Hu Shuo returned to the conference room on time.
"Everyone has read the script. Now, those who want to play the role in "The Flowers of the Heart" will sit on the side of director Zhang Fan, and those who want to play the role in "The Ex-Raiders" will sit on the side of director Li Yuqing. Now, everyone, let's get moving.
."
Without any nonsense, Hu Shuo said directly after sitting down.
Everyone cooperated and sat in two camps according to the role they wanted to try.
However, the lineup on the "Heart Blossom Road" side is obviously stronger. Chen Aoshi, Yang Jian, and Zheng Xue are all sitting on this side, and the number of people is relatively larger, while those on the "Predecessor Strategy" side are all relatively senior members of the company.
As for the younger actors, it seems that everyone has a preliminary understanding of the script.
After everyone was seated, Hu Shuo pulled his chair to the door, freeing up the space in front of the conference room, which became the stage for the actors to try out their plays.
"Okay, now let's start the audition. Let's go to the "Heart Blossom Road" side first. After all, there are a lot of people here."
Hu Shuo pointed to the camp on the "Heart Blossom Road" side and asked again: "Who comes first?"
Everyone was silent, it was obvious that everyone was not used to this kind of audition.
"Let me give you a start."
Yang Jian stood up with a smile: "The role I audition for is Hao Yi."
As he spoke, Yang Jian walked to the open space in front of the conference room.
"Brother Jian, which scene are you going to audition for?"
Yang Jian was a few years older than Hu Shuo, so Hu Shuo respectfully called him Brother Jian.
"I want to try the scene where Hao Yi and Geng Haoen break up their friendship." Yang Jiandao.
"OK."
Hu Shuo nodded, looking forward to it, because this scene is considered the most exciting scene in the whole drama "The Flowers of the Heart". In another time and space, the duel between the two drama stars "Huang Bo" and "Xu Zheng"
It's also very classic.
"Mr. Hu..."
At this time, Ma Ye, who was sitting in the "Heart Blossom Road" camp, stood up and said weakly: "The role I want to try is Geng Hao. I happened to be preparing for this scene. Can I act with Brother Jian?"