Negotiations on a China-Korea film exchange agreement are about to begin, and the most busy person is Xiao Qian.
He had just entertained Li Meijing and others, and he was invited over again. A group of people looked at him eagerly.
This is a tea room, good tea, water and quiet.
Those present include Han Siping, general manager of China Film Company, Qu Changfeng, director of Beiying Film Company, Wang Xiaotang, director of Bayi Film Company, Long Jinhai, director of Emei Film Company, Bao Chuanxing, director of Changying Film Company, and Ye Chu, director of Xiying Film Company.
silent.
Well, China Film Group, the leader in domestic films, and five leaders of the six major film studios are all here.
Only SIPG did not send anyone.
unnecessary.
The reform of the film industry in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai is almost complete, and the Shanghai Film Studio is about to become history. In other words, whatever decisions Xiao Qian makes here can already represent the Shanghai Film Studio.
So many domestic film production leaders gathered together, but only one old man was there, looking relaxed.
That is Long Jinhai from Emei Factory.
This time the "Opium War" exploded, and the Emei Factory, as one of the partners, made a lot of money and was completely revived.
Long Jinhai is now very high-spirited, and his whole body is full of endless energy. At the same time, it is clearer who gave the good situation now.
So before coming to the Magic City, he had already had a good relationship with Xiao Qian, and he knew what was going on, so he could sit firmly on the Diaoyutai.
The same cannot be said for others.
I don’t have that kind of friendship, and I didn’t get any news before. When I suddenly received a notice that I had to participate in negotiations, many people were confused.
If the China-South Korea film exchange agreement is reached, it will certainly be a good thing. After all, it means that Chinese films can be exported and exchanged for foreign exchange.
But the question is, what is the share of exports, who is qualified to export, and how the settlement of overseas screenings will be done, everyone is very concerned about it.
In desperation, Han Siping from China Film Group came forward and recruited people from major film studios. After collective discussion, everyone still felt that this kind of matter should be asked to Xiao Qian.
After all, this situation was created by Xiao Qian.
To be honest, the person who is most unhappy about this situation is Han Siping.
Because he suddenly discovered that the position of China Film Group Corporation as the leader of Chinese film industry seemed to be unstable.
In the past, if there was any trouble at the top, China Film would be informed of the situation first, and then it would be the turn of the people below. And because of its authority, China Film could even suppress other studios.
But this time China Film Group was left aside and became the last unit to know.
And the root of all this is the young man sitting opposite.
For this reason, Han Siping often complained to his superiors, but to no avail.
The current boss of the Ministry of Culture was transferred from outside. He is determined to make progress and has implemented many reform measures. It is said that he is very dissatisfied with these old departments and may take action on them at some point.
Nowadays, the reform of the film industry in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai is no longer a secret, and colleagues across the country are craning their necks to see how it will turn out.
Because this will provide a reference for the reform of the film industry across the country, just like Shenzhen served as a model for the country's reform and opening up.
From film reform to China-Korea exchanges, Xiao Qian's shadow is present in everything. Today, he has become an important force that cannot be avoided in the film and television industry.
Looking at the young man opposite Long Jinhai chatting and laughing, Han Siping felt very depressed. But now is not the time to vent his anger, interests are more important.
"Ahem..."
After all, it was the CEO of China Film Group Corporation. With a dry cough, the focus was brought back.
"Mr. Xiao, you caught us off guard."
Han Siping decided to seize the initiative first, and it would be a good idea to launch an army to investigate.
It's a pity that his opponent is too powerful.
"What? Does China Film oppose the interoperability of Chinese and Korean films? Then I will react to Minister Li tomorrow. This negotiation is entirely based on everyone's voluntariness and is not forced."
Little bastard, are you as annoying as you?
Han Siping was so angry that he wanted to hit someone, but he couldn't help it anymore.
"Haha, that's not what I meant. What I mean is that for such a big matter, we should inform everyone in advance and discuss it carefully so that everything can be done without incident."
It's a pity that the person opposite him is destined to have trouble with him.
"This is not a big deal, it's just Korea. If it's Hollywood, then we must study it carefully."
Han Siping blushed and felt thick-necked, but he still had to hold it back.
However, Han Siping's prominence also made others very dissatisfied.
Time is running out, is now the time to complain and complain?
Qu Changfeng from Beijing Film Studio took the lead.
"Mr. Xiao, it is certainly a good thing that we can reach an interoperability agreement with South Korea. What we are all more concerned about is, what kind of movies can be exported to South Korea? How to define this quota?"
This was the way to talk about things, and Xiao Qian became serious.
"The conditions are actually very simple. No matter how we talk about it, there are only a few in the end. First of all, it must be a film that performs well in the country, is liked by the audience, and tops the box office. Otherwise, it will not show the excellence of our Chinese films.
Come on, tell me, right?"
Everyone was silent, everyone agreed.
This is not wrong at all. Although film export is business, it also represents the face of the country. If it is exported overseas, what will happen to the audience when they see it?
Doesn’t that affect the reputation of China and Chinese movies?
"Secondly, exported movies cannot violate the laws and regulations of China and South Korea. This is not difficult to understand, right?"
Everyone nodded again.
Anything that violates laws and regulations cannot be tolerated in any country.
"The third one is that there cannot be ideological propaganda in it. For example, we have produced films against capitalism and exported them to South Korea, and South Korea has produced films that smear China. This is of course unacceptable."
Xiao Qian mentioned three points, each of which hits the point and is also a problem that exists in practice.
He had already reminded Li Jianguo of these regulations and believed that he would join them during the negotiations.
At this time, people from various film studios listened and understood what was going on, and felt somewhat relieved.
Bao Chuanxing from Changying Film Studio was impatient and said directly: "The problem is that now our film studios are losing money year after year, their profits are not good, and they are not capable of producing films. There is no way to compete with your Starlight Film and Television."
Xiao Qian's eyes quickly turned cold, and he was not polite at all.
"Starlight Films and Television produces only a limited number of movies every year, so it is naturally impossible to take up all the quotas. However, failure to make movies shows that your abilities are too poor, and it is not a reason for your grievances. Director Bao, I suggest that after you go back, you should still
Let’s think carefully about how to leverage the fine traditions of Changying Factory and bring this big factory with a glorious history back to life.”
His words were like a cold wind passing by, making everyone shiver.
Xiao Qian's meaning was very clear.
To strive for benefits for everyone through this China-South Korea interoperability is already the most benevolent thing. If each film studio fails to live up to its own expectations, then it cannot blame others.
The state is not a nanny and will not take meticulous care of those who are left to die.
Among them, Long Jinhai from Emei Factory and Wang Xiaotang from Bayi Factory have always remained calm.
Long Jinhai has already formed an alliance with Starlight Film and Television.
It doesn't matter if Emei Factory can't produce any good films on its own. It can cooperate with Starlight Film and Television, and it can survive even if it drinks soup.
The Bayi Factory was there in the background, and Xiao Qian had a close relationship with the General Secretary, so it was easy to cooperate.
Anyway, after seeing the popularity of "The Opium War", Bayi Film Studio has decided to strengthen its cooperation with Starlight Film and Television in military films in the future.
As for the rest, I can only go back and think about how to adapt to the new environment.
The next day, negotiations on the China-South Korea film exchange agreement officially began.
This is also the first time that Xiao Qian has participated in state affairs and sat at the negotiation table.
The negotiation took place in the large conference room of Jinjiang Hotel. It was kept secret from beginning to end, and no news was leaked.
The Chinese representatives were headed by Li Jianguo. In addition to several officials from the Ministry of Culture, they were also powerful figures in the film industry such as Xiao Qian, Han Siping, and Long Jinhai.
The Korean side is similar, headed by ministers, including Li Meijing, Lin Quanze, Li Changdong and others.
As soon as the negotiations began, the South Korean side suddenly made a proposal.
"Dear Minister Li Jianguo, and fellow Chinese colleagues, after careful study, we now make a proposal. We propose that on the basis of the China-Korea Film Interoperability Agreement, the quota of ten films for both parties each year should be limited to five.
The second phase of expansion will be implemented with a five-year period based on the results. Please consider it."
As soon as this suggestion was made, the room was completely silent.
Many people in China were panicked and did not expect such an incident.
Li Jianguo frowned, puzzled, and had no choice but to signal to his men.
The subordinates understood and hurriedly said: "We recommend adjourning the meeting for an hour."
The meeting was adjourned less than ten minutes after the negotiation started, which is considered a miracle in the world.
The South Korean side is ready, but the Chinese side is baffled. It depends on how both sides respond next.
