"Why are you thanking me? Director Zheng Xiaolong has chosen you to play the female lead. I have to thank you for your favor!" He Xin said with a smile.
The domestic filming of "I Do" has been completed, and a wrapping party was held in advance last night. Due to schedule issues, the filming in France will take more than ten days. Taking advantage of this gap, he stepped up to handle some company matters.
affairs.
This morning, Sun Li came to her door. She had just met Zheng Xiaolong yesterday and tried on makeup. Zheng Xiaolong was very satisfied with her in every aspect. The role of Zhen Huan was officially decided.
"The Legend of Zhen Huan" is a huge project with many characters, costumes, and props. The investment is particularly large. According to preliminary estimates, the total investment may be as high as 60 to 70 million, which is probably the highest investment in a TV series in China in recent years.
In fact, there are different voices within the company. Basically, although the TV drama market is indeed booming, the movie market is also recovering. An investment of 60 to 70 million is enough to make a blockbuster, or a movie like "Dura".
"Pull" and "I Do" are urban-themed movies that are sure to make money without losing money.
What's more critical is that compared to the long revenue process of TV series, movies undoubtedly have a faster return cycle. As soon as the movie is released, feedback can be obtained immediately. After the TV series is filmed, the current operating mode is often to test the waters by broadcasting it on local stations first.
If the effect is really good, it will be broadcast on stars.
Of course, with the reputation of Xinhao Media and the reputation of the Beijing TV Drama Production Center, it seems that they are not worried about the issue of stardom. However, Xinhao Media has to invest more than 50 million to share half of the income with the Beijing TV Drama Production Center, and "
"The Legend of Zhen Huan" is another brand-new theme, especially if it is adapted from an online novel. In many eyes, it seems very low-grade and not of high quality. Investments will face many uncertain factors and the risks will be very high.
But He Xin still rejected all opinions and decided on this project. Because no one knows better than him what "The Legend of Zhen Huan" will mean.
"By the way, I heard that you and Chao'er recently took on a movie together. Are you two doing well?" He Xin then asked with a smile.
Scandals in the entertainment industry are the ones that attract the most public attention. Photos of Deng Chao visiting Sun Li on the set often appear on the Internet. Although Deng Chao is always vague during interviews, Sun Li always refuses to say anything, but this time
The two will co-star in Chen Jiashang's costume fantasy film "Painted Wall", which has made the outside world confirm their romance.
Sun Li hurriedly defended: "Brother, he and I are friends, not to this extent..."
He Xin waved his hand and said: "Okay, it's been so many years. Isn't Chao'er still sincere enough? Besides, you're not young enough anymore. I think it's almost done. If you delay it any longer, be careful and you won't regret it in time."
To be honest, he is not a fool, and it is not that he did not feel Sun Li's affection for him at the beginning, but he truly treats her as a sister, and she and Deng Chao were a perfect match in time and space. He originally thought that as time went by, the two would
People will come together according to their original trajectory, but after so many years, there is still no result, and he looks anxious.
"I don't regret it!" Sun Li muttered softly.
She looked at the man sitting opposite her with complicated eyes. She had known her for almost ten years, and his attitude towards her had never changed. He was caring, considerate, and like a big brother. Apart from these, he had nothing she expected.
.
In fact, she knew in her heart that maybe it was because of her personality that she had kept a trace of expectation deep in her heart. Last year, when she learned that he had finally married Cheng Hao, even though she had been mentally prepared for this ending, she just felt very uncomfortable, almost.
Every night I would cover my head and cry secretly.
She also wanted to try to date Deng Chao, but every time when the critical moment came, the figure of the man in front of her always appeared in her mind, making her unable to stop. She knew that this was unfair to Deng Chao, and she also wanted to refuse, but
Every time, the opponent would be unyielding and apply it like a dog-skin plaster.
You love me, I don't love you, but the person I love doesn't love me back. This is an endless cycle. Maybe emotional affairs are really as cruel and unpredictable as often described in scripts.
"What did you say?" He Xin didn't hear clearly.
"Oh, it's nothing. Brother, skewers are good, right?" Sun Liqiang smiled and changed the subject.
"It's good, but now that I'm older, I'm not as naughty as before, but I'm much better behaved." He Xin said with a smile.
"Yes, time flies so fast, and Chuan Chuan is old in a blink of an eye. Thinking about it, it was really cute when it was a child." Sun Li also said with emotion on her face.
Thinking about the time when I and my brother were filming "Jade Goddess of Mercy" in Yunnan, and how Chuan Chuan spent time together day and night, it feels like a lifetime ago now.
"Oh, by the way, brother, congratulations, you're going to be... uh, you're going to be a father soon!" Sun Li said with a forced smile.
"Yeah, it's been four months, and the due date is November. By then, "The Legend of Zhen Huan" may have started filming." He Xin smiled.
After saying that, he reminded again: "Hey, will your schedule be okay by then? I tell you that you must pay attention to this drama. The success or failure of this drama depends on you. If you perform it well, it will definitely become a blockbuster."
There were some things he didn't say clearly. Sun Li started to transition to the big screen a few years ago. Although she was nominated for the Best Newcomer and Best Supporting Actress at the Academy Awards for "Fearless" and "Painted Skin", to be honest, she didn't
Even if she is successful, her role is either a vase, or she feels dispensable and cannot leave a deep impression on the audience.
In fact, in the final analysis, it is still a matter of basic skills. She is not a professional, so she may be talented in acting, but she is not as natural as Zhou Xun, such as in some subtle expression control, lines, etc.
There are obvious technical shortcomings. These shortcomings are not obvious on a small screen, but will be infinitely magnified on a big screen.
Although these words were not stated clearly, Sun Li understood them. In other words, she herself was aware of this, but she was not yet willing to do so.
She glanced at He Xin with a slightly complicated look, and after a while she nodded solemnly and said: "I understand, brother!"
…
As soon as he saw off Sun Li, Ning Hao followed behind with Cheng Er.
The project of "Border" has already been approved, and the male lead has been claimed by He Xin. For the roles of two actresses, he recommended to Cheng Er Tong Yali and Song Tie who had just come from his own studio.
At first, Cheng Er was not very satisfied with Tong Yali. He thought the girl was too beautiful and her acting skills were average. Her only advantage was probably that she looked a little exotic.
Fortunately, although he is a bit aloof, he also understands the rules of the game in the industry. If people invest in you and the Berlin Best Actor comes to be the male lead in your movie, then you have to give them face.
But it was the little girl Song Tie who gave him an unexpected surprise. In his words, the stubbornness and neurosis occasionally revealed in this little girl's eyes were particularly in line with the character setting of the police sister in his mind.
As for the role of the policeman, He Xin originally wanted to cast Deng Chao. After all, his performance in the film "Li Mi's Conjecture" made people shine. But when he learned that Deng Chao and Sun Li had already
I gave up the idea after accepting "Painting on the Wall" from the Chen family, and finally approached Zhang Yi.
Cheng Er is very satisfied with Zhang Yi. On the one hand, Zhang Yi has become very popular after the broadcast of "Before Dawn", but more importantly, he believes that Zhang Yi, who is a soldier, has a sense of righteousness. The police can be ruffian and can talk a lot.
Vulgar words, but only righteousness is indispensable.
As for the role of Erdao Monkey and Killer, He Xin did not have a suitable candidate, but he was unexpectedly chosen by Bald Xu. This guy wanted to play the role life and death, and even offered to take it for free.
It's just that He Xin is a little worried about whether the ruthless and unblinking killer in "Border" will appear again after the release of "囧路". But this guy is warm-hearted, and Cheng Er also thinks that he
It was appropriate, so He Xin had to hold his nose and admit it.
"In two days, I will take people to Ruili to scout the location, and I will also select some local actors."
"Okay, anyway, if you need anything here, just contact Lu Xiao. I just want to ask, when will it be turned on?"
"Well, it's hard to say this right now. It's mainly about location scouting and selecting people..."
"no!"
Before Cheng Er could finish his words, He Xin shook his head and interrupted. He raised his index finger and said, "I have only one request. It must be turned on before August."
"This?" Cheng Ermian looked confused.
Ning Hao, who was sitting next to him, quickly kicked him and reminded: "Brother, Ah Xin is going to be a father soon. We can't let Cheng Hao give birth to a child. He is still filming outside, right?"
"Oh, I'm sorry, Teacher He. Then... I'll try my best." Cheng Er suddenly realized, but he still didn't dare to say it.
He Xin now understands his character and said with a smile: "I don't care anyway. I can only give you two months. I will definitely leave before the National Day. Don't blame me then."
"Uh, okay! I'll take my leave now. It seems I have to leave early."
Cheng Er, who usually speaks softly and has an introverted personality, rarely has a sense of humor.
After seeing Cheng Er off, He Xin returned to the office and saw Ning Hao still sitting there, cracking melon seeds.
"Director Ning, it's so empty! What's the matter, are you almost done with "The Golden Heist"?"
This guy shook his big head and said with a frustrated look: "Don't mention it, I always feel something is wrong with this book. I always feel that it is a bit thin. I will wait for Xiaojun, Red Guard and others to touch it after they finish their work.
.”
"Then you are idle? Hey, I remember last time you mentioned to me that you wanted to write a road-themed book "All the Way West" about the trip you and Xiaojun took, but why didn't you write it down? I think this idea
Not bad, there are no good road-themed movies on the market now." He Xin sat over and said.
Ning Hao shook his head: "I originally wanted to do it, but I was really angry about "No Man's Land", so I made "The Golden Heist". Besides, I can't do that book alone."
, it depends on Xiaojun. This journey is also a process of emotional release and spiritual freedom, and his feelings in this regard are much deeper than mine."
He even scratched his bare forehead and said, "But that's right, being idle all the time is not an option."
As he spoke, he looked up at He Xin and asked, "Have you had any good ideas recently?"
"I've been busy filming recently, so there's nothing..."
He Xin paused just in the middle of what he said. After thinking about it, he suddenly slapped his thigh: "Don't tell me, it's true!"
When Ning Hao heard this, he hurriedly said, "Tell me about it!"
"Well, you have to let me sort out my thoughts first."
The reason why he had this sudden idea was that he had a dream some time ago. Maybe he was thinking about it day by day and dreaming about it at night. He always thought that he died in his previous life, and then he traveled to He Xin's body now.
It's a very emotional thing.
And that night he had a dream, dreaming that he was in a movie situation. This movie was one of the few Japanese movies he had seen in his previous life.
The original impression of this movie was very vague, but in the dream it was extremely clear. It also perfectly copied this story that happened in Japan into my miserable life in my previous life, and I experienced the excitement of swapping lives.
If Ning Hao hadn't suddenly asked about it today, he might have ignored the dream he had a few days ago, but now that he thinks about it, it feels particularly interesting. What's more important is that this kind of life-swapping gag may be old-fashioned in later generations, but
In today's era, it can definitely be regarded as a brand new theme.
He organized the language and said: "There is such a story, there is a very failed person... Oh, for the time being, I will set him as a down-and-out extra, his life is in chaos, use his own words to describe it
, that is, 'living yourself into a joke'..."
"Hey, this sentence is quite interesting, 'Live your life as a joke', it can be used as a line." Ning Hao suddenly interjected.
"Tsk, are you still listening?"
Dreams are sometimes like inspiration, fleeting and fleeting. He Xin was sorting out his thoughts and was most annoyed by others interrupting him.
Ning Hao chuckled and said hurriedly: "You continue, I promise not to interrupt."
"He has been complaining about life, thinking that his talents are not recognized and not appreciated. He escapes everything, never faces his true self, and even hesitates to commit suicide to escape life. He found an expiring card at home.
I had a bath experience ticket, so I decided to take a bath and relax first.
In this luxurious bathing center, he noticed a man who was well-dressed and elegant. Suddenly, the man slipped on the soap and hit his head so violently that he immediately fell into a coma. When he saw this, he took advantage of the situation and grabbed it.
He took the key to the unconscious man's locker and the luggage inside, and exchanged identities with him.
But what he didn't expect was that the identity of the person he changed was a legendary professional killer who had never revealed his true face in front of anyone, and he had to accept the commission issued to the killer, and thus fell into a series of...
During the dispute. On the other hand, although he lived in the killer's luxurious suite, had a car, and had countless money, his life was still the same as before.
The comatose killer suffered amnesia due to the severe impact on his head. According to the objects around him, he was convinced that he was an unsuccessful extra, and he was at a loss when facing a hopeless future.
At this time, the killer had nothing, no job, no money, and even lost his memory. At the lowest point of his life, all his energy was focused on: finding memories, solving life, and surviving. At the same time, he
I also met a beautiful and kind girl by chance..."
Every story has the eternal theme of love.
The story has two lines, namely the extra who pretends to be a killer and the killer who becomes an extra. It is like side A and side B of the plot. Side A is absurd, exaggerated and funny; side B is reality.
It's inspiring, yet tender and plain at the same time.
The last two lines intersect.
"Snapped!"
After Ning Hao listened to the story, he sat there in shock for a long time, then suddenly slammed the coffee table and said with excitement: "Swap lives, this idea is great, the story is great!"
As he spoke, he asked anxiously: "Hey, what's the name of this story?"
"Well, I haven't thought about it yet..."
The name of this Japanese movie in his memory was "How to Steal the Key", but he felt that the name was not nice. After thinking about it, he had an idea and said: "Otherwise, let's call it "****"!"
"Good fortune plays tricks on people?"
"No, soap is soap, this is how slippery it is..." He Xin made a sliding motion with his feet.
"Oh, ****! Well, this is good, this is a wonderful name!"