Xiao Qian sat with him, just chatting with Xie Qi, and his calm demeanor impressed the director.
How many people felt like they were on pins and needles when facing him, unable to stay calm. Who would have thought that this little kid had great concentration.
Sighing softly, Xie Qi knew that it would be impossible for him not to speak.
"Young friends may not know that I recently received a film project, which is related to the return of Hong Kong in two years."
Xiao Qian nodded and listened quietly.
The return of Hong Kong two years later was a big event and attracted worldwide attention.
The whole world is watching the future of Xiangjiang, which has returned to the embrace of the motherland.
The Chinese government also attaches great importance to this and must make a lot of preparations. The entertainment and cultural industry must also cooperate with the state in publicity.
Just from the fact that the country selected Xie Qi, we can know how seriously the country attaches importance to it.
Xiao Qian was a little surprised. He didn't know how such a big event could have anything to do with him.
But as soon as Xie Qi said it, Xiao Qian secretly cheered.
"Emei Film Studio and Xiangjiang's Jiahe Film Company, in response to the return, are preparing to jointly produce a historical film about the Opium War. I was selected as the director of the film and has now entered the preparatory stage.
A few days ago, I watched your filming of "The Master of Tai Chi" and found that the Qing Dynasty costumes and styles in your film were quite sophisticated. So I came here this time to ask you for advice on this aspect of your work."
Xiao Qian was stunned.
"Tai Chi Master" tells the story of the Xianfeng period of the Qing Dynasty, while the Opium War took place during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty.
They only happened a few decades ago and have similar historical backgrounds. They have a lot in common in terms of clothing and styling.
Xiao Qian spent a lot of money and effort on the styling of "Tai Chi Master". Not only did he invite Kazuko Kurosawa from Japan, he also invited many experts on Qing history as consultants.
Many people have a misunderstanding, thinking that when shooting a costume drama, a complete restoration of history is a good look.
Actually it is not.
It is necessary for costume dramas to respect history in terms of styling, but they cannot completely copy history.
Because anyone who is familiar with history knows that the actual clothing and styles of that era are actually difficult to meet modern people's aesthetics.
And the more it reflects the style of civilians of that era, the rougher it will be.
No matter what, the purpose of film and television dramas is to provide audiences with beautiful enjoyment.
Therefore, there are several conditions that must be followed when producing the costume drama's look.
First, respect history.
The emperor in the Qing Dynasty palace drama cannot wear the dragon robe of the Ming Dynasty, and time travel novels would not dare to write like this.
Second, it must match the style of the play.
Palace dramas should be gorgeous and complicated; Jianghu dramas should be simple and crude; war dramas should highlight the realism of weapons and equipment.
The third one is to have a certain degree of innovation.
Completely copying ancient costumes, if not in line with the audience's aesthetics, at least the appearance in the camera will not look good, and it may even conflict with the overall style.
For example, Xiao Qian can 100% guarantee that the costumes and styles of real people from the Tang Dynasty will be different from those in the play.
But the audience applauded when they saw it.
Why?
Because "The Twelve Hours of Chang'an" respects history and at the same time produces beautiful effects, taking both into consideration.
Now, Xie Qi was about to shoot "The Opium War" and was stumped in terms of styling. When he was at a loss, he accidentally saw "The Master of Tai Chi" and was naturally shocked.
It’s normal to come to your door to seek cooperation.
Xiao Qian recalled it in his mind, but there was no information about "The Opium War".
So it suffices to say that he has never seen this movie in his previous life.
When I think about it carefully, I feel puzzled.
It shouldn't be.
Directed by Xie Qi and co-produced by Mainland China and Xiangjiang Film Company, it is also a work that responds to the return of Xiangjiang. How can I not have any impression at all?
After thinking about it, Xiao Qian gradually gained an idea.
The only possibility is that this movie... isn't very good.
Although it seems arrogant to say this, after all, there is only one person in this world who dares to question whether Xie Qi's movies are good.
But Xiao Qian admits that although he was not a film and television worker in his previous life, he has watched countless classic films.
Not to mention the domestic ones, even if he has never seen any famous movies in the world, he knows about them.
Only about "The Opium War", he could not recall any of its contents.
Looking at Xie Qi who was looking forward to it, he considered it for a moment and then said: "Since Director Xie is interested in this, I can act as an intermediary and help you send an invitation to Miss Kazuko Kurosawa. As for whether it can succeed, it depends on her schedule.
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Xie Qi was very happy.
"My little friend is interested."
However, the purpose of his trip was obviously not limited to this.
"Also, at the beginning of your "Tai Chi Master", the scene of the Qing army gathering for hunting is very good, and the filming is extraordinary. There are many war scenes in our movie this time. If you have time, I wonder if you can come and help.
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Xiao Qian frowned now.
If you are asking him to help you hire someone, then there is no problem, it is just a matter of effort.
Even if it is possible to lend Xie Qi its own team of stylists from Starlight Film and Television, it would be fine. But what does it mean to invite him to participate in the filming?
Xiao Qian took a cautious look at Xu Mingxia, but it turned out that the old mother looked at her nose and nose, as if she had nothing to do with this conversation.
It seems that Xu Mingxia knows very well that no matter what Xie Qi and Xiao Qian are talking about, it is normal business dealings.
If the negotiation succeeds, it's a business deal; if the negotiation fails, it's no harm to people's feelings.
If she wants to get involved, Xiao Qian will be in a dilemma.
After figuring this out, Xiao Qian relaxed a lot and stepped into the role of a businessman.
"Director Xie, if this is the case, then our Starlight Culture has officially participated. I wonder if the producers have taken any measures?"
Xie Qi was stunned and stunned. After a long time, he let out a bitter smile.
He started working in film and television very early, and has been working under the planned economic system for many years. Whenever something happens, he is used to the situation of national coordination and full cooperation from all aspects.
I thought that this time I came to Xiao Qian and showed the national interests, and Xiao Qian would fully cooperate.
But they forgot that Starlight Culture is a private company. Everything is about economic benefits.
He came over to borrow a few people. It was a favor, and Xiao Qian could agree. But if he wanted to invite Xiao Qian to help with the shooting, he couldn't.
Business behavior must be operated according to the business model.
Xie Qi thought for a while and then said: "I can't make the decision on this matter. After I go back, I will discuss it with them and give you an answer, okay?"
Xiao Qianman thought this matter was over.
After all, the crew of "The Opium War" has already been established, and investors and producers are already in place, so it is impossible to accommodate the entry of new capital.
But just three days later, he received an invitation from Xie Jin.
When we arrived at Jinjiang Hotel, there were already many people in the presidential suite.
Xie Qi was very proactive and took the initiative to introduce Xiao Qian.
"Little friend, this is Mr. Long Jinhai, the director of Emei Film Studio."
Long Jinhai was in his fifties, with a stocky build and a slightly Mediterranean look on his head. He wore glasses but was shrewd. He looked at Xiao Qian intently with a look of surprise in his eyes.
"I've heard about Mr. Xiao's heroic young man for a long time. When I saw him today, it turned out that despite his great reputation, there is no real hero."
Xiao Qian smiled, just forget it.
"The Emei Factory is a senior figure in the industry, so many exchanges will be a rare learning opportunity for us juniors."
After Long Jinhai, Xie Jin introduced another middle-aged man with rather fashionable clothes.
"This is Mr. An Junxi, the manager of the marketing department of Xiangjiang Jiahe Company."
It was neither Zou Wenhuai nor He Guanchang, Xiao Qian was unmoved.
"Hello."
An Juanxi didn't know what Xiao Qian was thinking, so he couldn't help but look at this legendary young man a few more times.
He has been in the Hong Kong film industry for a long time, interacted with Feng Wanqianduo, and heard many rumors about Xiao Qian.
I originally thought that the young man who dared to confront Feng Wanqian at such a young age must be an arrogant and arrogant person.
Unexpectedly, I didn't realize until I met him that this young man was cold and indifferent, his expression showed no emotion or sorrow at all, and he was quite deep in the city.
He had seen this kind of style in Zou Wenhuai before.
I know best that such people are the most difficult to deal with.
Everyone sat down and looked at each other in silence, waiting for Xie Qi to smooth things over.
He is the initiator of today's meeting, and of course, he is also the host.
"Little friend..."
Xie Qi did his part and approached Xiao Qian first.
