Chapter Five Hundred and Three: Entering the Circle
"There are many big brothers and directors in this circle, and all kinds of resources are very good. Whoever is popular is the one who is popular. Director Feng Xiaogang, director Zheng Xiaolong is the one who made The Legend of Zhen Huan, as well as Wang Shuo, Ye Jin, Zhao Baogang, Uncle Ge, Wang
Brothers, these are all insiders."
"There are countless celebrities brought into the industry by them. Now they are either independent or first-line artists. Wu Fan, who just returned to China a few years ago, was recommended to Beijing. Now all kinds of resources are very good."
Hu Ge laughed at himself: "As for me, I don't belong to any circles. I am alone and have nothing to do with the three major circles."
"I understand, I've learned a lesson." Fang Jing recalled that the directors and actors in the Beijing circle were really good at teaming up, and the actors they used were all from their circle.
"What about the other two circles? Who are the people in them?"
"There are too many to talk about in one day." After pondering for a few seconds, Hu Ge said: "Each circle is very complicated, and I can't explain a sentence or two clearly. The leaders of the northwest circle are Lao Mouzi, Gu Changwei, Jia Zhangke, Hou Yong, and the following ones
The second tier is the actors they make famous."
"It goes without saying that in the Hong Kong circle, when they join forces to squeeze into the mainland market, in addition to a few famous directors, they will be followed by the same group of Hong Kong artists back then."
"You can compare the entertainment industry to the ancient world. These circles are the big sects, the brokerage companies are the small sects, the ordinary actors are the rangers, and the TV stations are the six sects."
Taking off his glasses and putting them into the case, Hu Ge glanced at Fang Jing thoughtfully, "Why, as a figure in Beijing circles, you don't know this?"
"Am I from the Beijing Circle?" Fang Jing was stunned, "Why don't I know? I don't know any of the people in the compound, so I have no connection with them?"
From his debut to now, Fang Jing has always been working alone and has never been in contact with any of the factions Hu Ge mentioned. If he hadn't said what he said today, he wouldn't have known about it.
"There are also factions in the Beijing circle. The people from the big courtyard brothers are from the same lineage. My grandfather's generation all had the power of Conglong. They have very strong relations in all aspects. I started my career in TV dramas in the early days.
"Beijing Film Studio is of the same lineage. It has been around for a long time. It specializes in making movies. Renyi Theater is of the same lineage. It specializes in stage. They usually stay away from the world, but they are the ones who have the most judges for major awards."
Looking into Fang Jing's eyes, Hu Ge said seriously: "You and Teacher Wu Gang are close, and most of the actors used in several dramas are their actors. Who would believe you if you say you have nothing to do with each other?"
"Um..." Fang Jing thought about it carefully. What Hu Ge said was true. Most of them are actors in the name of the people. Let's not talk about Swordsman. Wu Gang recommended to him the films "Chicken Feathers Flying to the Sky" and "Operation Ice Breaking".
Many acting actors join the group, and they are all people-artists.
"The most awesome one is your teacher Huang Lei. His father is a veteran in the arts. He is also closely related to individual directors and actors in the second tier of the Compound School. Guan Yu, the director of Beijing Film Studio, Huang Bo
I also have a good relationship with him. He has one foot on the road and one eye on everything."
"Of course, it doesn't mean that each circle is incompatible. Everyone cooperates with each other when necessary, but when they can usually use their own people, they will not use outsiders."
Hu Ge said with a smile, "What I appreciate most is that Mr. Fang, you are informal in your work. I have seen the recruitment conditions for your company's crew before. As long as the actors are suitable, they will be hired, regardless of faction."
Really? That’s because I don’t have a circle. If I have my own circle, I’ll use my own people. If it’s really not possible, I’ll look for actors from outside.
"Ahem, I deserve the award. I usually play with the wrong person. When we get there, get off at the hotel in front." Opening the car door, Fang Jing waved and smiled and said, "See you later, I'll treat you to dinner when I go to Shanghai some other time."
"Well, I grew up in the magic city, so I should be the one to invite you."
"Really? Okay, after I finish filming, I will go to your place to have a meal. Then don't default on the money."
"It's okay, just come."
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In the evening, Fang Jing arrived at a hotel in Yanjing as scheduled, and Huang Lei introduced him to a bunch of friends.
As Wu Gang said, the academics are all Nortel leaders and teachers, as well as Nortel graduates. They are all very young. They are the same generation as Huang Lei and are also prominent figures in the entertainment industry.
Some of these people serve on the film festival jury, some are directors of the Actors Guild, and consultants to the Film Association.
After some exchanges, Fang Jing drank two kilograms of wine. Fortunately, it was not white wine, otherwise his stomach would not be able to bear it no matter how much he drank.
In the bathroom, Huang Lei washed his face at the faucet after vomiting. Fang Jing patted his back gently and handed him a tissue.
"These are my school friends. You can go to them if you need anything in the future. If someone troubles you, just help them. My reputation is not that big. Some relationships need to be maintained by yourself."
Taking the tissue, Huang Lei wiped his face and said calmly: "It's easy to send a text message to say congratulations during holidays or other festivals. If you pass by Yanjing, bring some small gifts or something to others, and we will naturally become familiar with each other."
"Of course, I'm not trying to make you humble. Just keep interacting with each other normally. They also need you. With so many students graduating every year, not everyone can play a role."
"You have a film and television company, and the most important thing is roles. Sometimes they may help students find roles because of their human nature. You can give them a few small roles without affecting the plot and filming."
"I understand, thank you, Teacher Huang." Fang Jing knew that Huang Lei could tell him this, which meant that he really regarded him as one of his own.
"It's okay, it's nothing." Huang Lei wiped the water on his face in the mirror and took a deep breath: "We are all our own people. If I don't help you, who can I help? Who hasn't encountered some difficulties in this life?
, maybe one day I will need your help."
Huang Lei promoted Fang Jing, on the one hand because Chen Haibo had strongly recommended him to him, and on the other hand, he was optimistic about this young man and regarded it as an early investment.
When the two met a few years ago, Fang Jing was still a third-tier junior, but he has climbed to his current position in such a short period of time. No one can say what his future achievements will be.
"Teacher Huang, don't worry. Your business will be my business from now on. I will never refuse." Fang Jing said seriously: "I won't talk about the situation. If you need anything, just say hello."
Huang Lei nodded. His hard work was not in vain. He was just afraid of meeting a wolf with blank eyes. "It's not that exaggerated. I'll help you if you can. I don't blame you if you can't help me."
The two returned to the banquet table. This time they did not drink any more. Everyone just chatted and ate food until the banquet was over.
On the way back, Huang Lei and Fang Jing took the same car. In the car, Fang Jing asked about Beijing Circle. Huang Lei explained to Fang Jing why he didn't introduce Beijing Circle.
It turns out that Huang Lei himself didn't go in. This circle is very exclusive, especially the big courtyard boys. They basically only recognize people in their courtyard. The current third echelon was brought in by the second echelon, but they can't communicate with the core at all.
That group of people.
In order to get into this industry, Feng Xiaogang kept Wang Shuo on his back for several nights and flattered him when they met. Only then did he get Party A and Party B, big names, mobile phone and other film investments.
Now Wu Fan is just lingering on the edge, unable to squeeze into the core.