Superstars start as villains

Chapter 150 Leader.

"If you slow down, the bicycle behind you will pass us in a while. If you knew this, wouldn't it be over if I bought you a bicycle?"

Today is the first day that Zhou Lan got her driver's license. As soon as she got her driver's license, she clamored to drive her Beetle for a ride. Zhou Xing was worried, so she proposed to go with her.

Who knew that Zhou Lan's speed did not exceed [-] mph along the way, Zhou Xing secretly laughed in his heart, this girl is always in a rush, but she never thought that she would be slow to drive.

"Oh, don't make noise, I'm just looking for a feeling." Zhou Lan complained.

The two siblings were bickering when suddenly Zhou Xing's phone rang, and after a few words, he hung up the phone: "Stop, get down."

"What are you doing?" Zhou Lan was puzzled.

Zhou Xing said unhappily, "I'm going to meet a friend. If you drive like this, you can only arrive in the year of the monkey?"

Zhou Lan reluctantly got out of the car and took the seat of the co-pilot, but then asked enthusiastically, "Friend? Male or female?"

"What are you thinking about? A man, a middle-aged uncle." Zhou Xing gave her a white look.

Zhou Lan shrunk her head to let her brain collapse, and her movements were extremely skillful.

Not long after, the little beetle stopped at the door of a coffee shop. Zhou Xing thought about it, but he was still worried, so he simply pulled Zhou Lan in together.

"Old Gao, long time no see, why are you so free today to invite me for coffee?" Zhou Xing greeted Gao Qunshu.

Gao Qunshu didn't speak, but looked behind Zhou Xing.

Zhou Xing slapped his forehead: "Hey, this is my sister Zhou Lan. Isn't it summer vacation? Take her out for a walk."

"Hey, I thought they were younger siblings, they are so beautiful." Gao Qunshu praised.

Zhou Lan glanced at Zhou Xing proudly, meaning: Look at him, how good he is at talking.

Zhou Xing ignored her, sat down, ordered two glasses of Americano, and cut straight to the point: "Old Gao, it's not the first day we've known each other. If there's anything you need, just speak up."

Gao Qunshu sighed: "Oh, I'm filming [Tokyo Trial] recently. The investment of this film is 3000 million, and the filming is almost finished, but an investor suddenly withdrew the investment."

There are various sources of money for film and television crews, and it is difficult to find out the source. Although it is written in black and white, there is no way for investors to withdraw their capital. In the worst case, you can sue and sue for a long time. It's normal for a year and a half, the crew can't be idle all the time, can they?
And if you really want to do this, it will be difficult to get investment in the industry in the future, so when faced with unreasonable demands from investors, directors often have to choose to compromise.

Gao Qunshu looked at Zhou Xing nervously. If it weren't for the fact that there was nothing he could do, he wouldn't have asked Zhou Xing here. The crew would lose an extra day's money if they were delayed for a day, and there was an extra risk of disbanding. But his hard work, he has given up everything to make this movie.

As for why he came to find Zhou Xing, it was naturally because there has been a lot of noise recently in "Zhixing Film and Television", and it has earned a good reputation in the circle under the slogan of creating dreams for young directors.

"Oh? Are you going to ask me to invest in this project?" Zhou Xing never expected that such a well-known director as Gao Qunshu would be bothered by not being able to get investment.

Gao Qunshu nodded quickly as soon as he saw that there was a connection, and then he couldn't wait to introduce the current situation of [Tokyo Trial].

Zhou Xing listened calmly and asked questions from time to time. Zhou Lan on the side was completely listening to the scriptures. After a while, he chatted on QQ on his mobile phone in a bored manner.

In fact, as soon as he heard the name [Tokyo Trial], Zhou Xing knew that it would be very difficult for this film to pay back its capital. With an investment of 3000 million, it would take at least 6000 million to pay back its capital. It is also difficult for this kind of theme to have any market overseas.

The most important thing is that in the real history of [Tokyo Trial], the protagonist is not China, but European and American powers. The result of the trial is naturally difficult for Chinese audiences to accept. As a historical film, the final result of [Tokyo Trial] must be respected. Historically, it is almost impossible for such a movie to get 6000 million domestic box office.

After listening to Zhou Xing's analysis, Gao Qunshu sighed: "I understand what you said, but this movie has already been filmed here, no matter how slim the hope is, I will stick to it. Treat the 500 million as you lent me, with interest."

As soon as the voice fell, Zhou Xing interrupted with a wave of his hand: "Old Gao, if you want to say this, our friendship over the years has ended here. You can send me the account number in a while, and the money will be transferred to you immediately. Give me back the principal, and we'll pretend we don't know each other." After speaking, he lifted his legs and was about to leave.

"Don't, come on, it's okay if my old Gao said something wrong, I'm just dizzy, don't take it to heart, let's find a restaurant later, and I will make an apology for you." Gao Qun Shu was in a hurry and stopped him quickly.

"It's more or less the same." Zhou Xing sat down again, and said seriously: "Old Gao, we haven't known each other for a year or two, and I want to tell you something heartfelt, I really don't want to borrow your money. Like this, fill it with your own wealth and life? What if you lose it?"

Gao Qunshu sighed: "Ah Xing, I know your intentions are good, but you should know that I am already in a difficult position to ride a tiger. Even if this movie loses money when it is released, investors may recognize it, but if they give up halfway, This is the stain of my life, will anyone dare to invest in me in the future?"

This is the living situation of directors in the film and television industry, especially for many lesser-known directors, if they have no background, just attracting investment is like learning Buddhist scriptures from the west. People may also have some special requirements, such as tailoring a character for their girlfriend or something.

And this is only the first hurdle. The finalization of the script, the selection of actors, the allocation of various personnel on the crew, all messy things need to be finalized by the director, and there may be various messy things in the middle, such as actors playing big names, investment It is commonplace for people to withdraw capital suddenly.

After finally making the film, it didn’t meet the appetite of the audience. The director must be the first to be scolded. The box office was not satisfactory, and the investors lost money. Naturally, the director should bear the responsibility.

Actors with poor acting skills and public relations companies stand up to clean up the ground, but directors don't have such treatment. Even a big director like Lao Mouzi can only endure being scolded bloody.

"How about this, I personally lent you 500 million yuan, this drama is under production, you come to Zhixing Film and Television as the production director, five years, the salary will be paid, and we will settle the matter after five years, how about it?"

Gao Qunshu's ability is absolutely no problem. The director, producer, and producer are basically one-on-one. Zhixing Film and Television is currently recruiting young people who are more than passionate and inexperienced. They need an experienced leader to lead the way. As for The price of 100 million yuan a year is definitely not expensive in Zhou Xing's opinion. Generally, this kind of master who can hold the scene will take the company's shares. No matter how you calculate this account, it is a win-win situation.

"This, no, absolutely not. If you can lend me this money, you are already doing my brother a great favor. The 500 million yuan should be deducted from my salary." Gao Qunshu waved his hands again and again, he still had self-knowledge, Even if he doesn't eat or drink for a year, he can't earn 100 million, and this is not counted as salary.

Zhou Xing joked: "Come on, even if you have to deduct 50 yuan a year, you will have to deduct it for ten years. You can't live well? You old men can handle it, what about your sister-in-law and children? You have to think about them, right? "

"Alas." Gao Qunshu sighed and pondered for a long time before opening his mouth: "Brother, I have the cheek to accept your love. When this drama is released, I will go to your company to report. Today, the 500 million Lao Gao will come to me." Day will definitely help you earn back."

But Zhou Xing scolded with a smile: "Come on, I'm a black-hearted capitalist now, this 500 million, at least you have to double it several times to help me earn it back."

"Okay, that's the deal!" Gao Qunshu took a big sip of coffee in excitement, his whole face twisted due to the bitterness.

Zhou Lan couldn't hold back her laughter, Zhou Xing glared at her, suppressed her smile, and handed the tissue to Gao Qunshu.

In August, the weather in Beijing was extremely hot. In order to practice her driving skills, Zhou Lan would drive for two laps. At first, Zhou Xing would follow her every time. Later, she found that the little girl was driving steadily, and the frequency of following the car became more and more frequent. Come less and less.

At the beginning of August, Zhou Lan received the admission notice from Jingying. For this reason, Zhou Xing specially invited Zhao Zhengyang and the others to have a good time.

In the golden autumn of September, Zhou Xing drove Zhou Lan to Beijing Film and Television to report. Along the way, he found that the proportion of handsome men and beautiful women was getting higher and higher.

"I said no need to send it away, I'm not a child anymore." Zhou Lan said that she was already an adult.

Zhou Xing ignored her at all and dragged her into the school gate dragging her luggage.

"Hey, hello, I'm also a freshman this year, Tang Hao from the Department of Photography, can I add a QQ account?"

Zhou Lan's figure, appearance, and temperament are outstanding even in Beijing Ying, which is full of beauties, so it is inevitable that someone will strike up a conversation.

"No!" Zhou Xing stood in front of this guy.

The general appearance of the photography department is relatively average, and it is inevitable to feel ashamed to stand with Zhou Xing, so they can only leave in despair, probably their self-confidence has been shattered.

There are not many places in the art school, so there is no need to queue for a long time when going through the formalities. It took more than an hour, and it was finally done.

Jingying adopts closed management, especially during the freshman year, they all have to board, and Zhou Xing is also happy to do so, lest the girl stay at home alone and run amok.

"Then I'll go back first. If there is anything I can talk to Miss Anli, she will be in the capital during this time. In addition, one phone call per week will be deducted for one week's living expenses."

It was rare for Zhou Lan to be impatient this time, and Zhou Xing also said that he was tired, so he reached out and rubbed her head: "Okay, let's enjoy college life, the second brother is gone."

As soon as Zhou Xing came out of Jingying, the assistant Xiaomei asked: "Boss, if there is nothing else, I will book a ticket for tomorrow. Xiangjiang is urging."

　Sorry, after physical therapy yesterday, my arms are still sore, and I will be back to work tomorrow.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)