Entertainment, I just like making movies

The next day, four o'clock in the afternoon.

In a high-end tea restaurant in the imperial capital, Fang Ziheng met Zhou Xingchi.

As a man from two lifetimes, this was his first time meeting the King of Comedy up close.

In his previous life, Fang Ziheng had been struggling for more than ten years and was still just a small director, with no sense of presence in the entire entertainment industry.

This life is completely different. Not to mention Hengyu Media, as a director alone, he has blazed his own path.

Qualified to have an equal dialogue with any great Chinese director or famous director!

When the two met, there was no drama, and there was no embarrassment about not meeting the king.

Just like when he invited Lao Mouzi last time, Fang Ziheng and Zhou Xingchi started chatting about movies as soon as they met.

Equality, gentleness, and a harmonious atmosphere!

It feels so uncomfortable to speak freely!

Zhou Xingchi!

A figure with great influence on Chinese-language movies, he is one of the most familiar actors and directors to Chinese and Southeast Asian audiences.

I remember that at the beginning of the new century, when VCDs and DVDs were popular, Hong Kong movies were introduced to the mainland market.

The vast number of Chinese people have a special liking for four types of Hong Kong movies.

Category 1: Uncle Long’s kung fu comedy, “Police Story” series, “Plan A” series, and “Drunken Master” series.

Category 2: Brother Jie’s martial arts action films, the “Swordsman” series, and the “Once Upon a Time” series.

The third category: Fa Ge’s gambling film “God of Gamblers” series, gangster film “A Better Tomorrow”, etc.

Category 4: Zhou Xingchi’s nonsensical comedies, the "Fighting Back to School" series, "The King of Comedy", "Wei Xiaobao", etc.

In the entertainment circle of Hong Kong Island, Zhou Xingchi has the reputation of "100% on every two weeks".

In China, there is also the supreme evaluation of "one actor a year, Zhou Xingchi for a hundred years".

It can be seen how much movie fans on both sides of the Taiwan Strait and three places like Zhou Xingchi and his nonsensical acting style.

Throughout Greater China, Zhou Xingchi is definitely one of the most famous actors.

Uncle Long, Brother Jie, and Brother Fa were the only ones who could compete with him.

The other people are really not enough for him to beat!

"Director Zhou, to tell you the truth, I grew up watching your movies. It's not an exaggeration to say that I am your fan!"

"Haha, Director Fang is so polite. I often watch your movies. During the filming of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons", I would watch several of your movies every time after work!

I have watched "Detective Chinatown", "The Big Four" and "Edge of Tomorrow" more than ten times and I was very inspired! "

The two started chatting about the movie, focusing on the subject matter and style, shooting techniques, lens art, character settings, and plot foreshadowing.

The chat lasted more than two hours.

Until about six o'clock, I drank several pots of tea.

Fang Ziheng suddenly woke up, quickly asked the waiter to come to the table, and started talking about business.

He personally helped Zhou Xingchi fill up the wine, took out the check and handed it over, smiling and saying: "Director Zhou, before we talk about business, I'll give you this first."

oh..

Zhou Xingchi's eyes flashed, and he subconsciously raised his hand to take the check.

10 million!

Zhou Xingchi muttered softly, without showing a smile, and put the check on the dining table, wondering: "What does Director Fang mean by this?"

He thought that the other party wanted to buy him with 10 million.

Fang Ziheng waved his hand and looked at him solemnly: "Don't get me wrong, Director Zhou, you deserve this.

"Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" sold well for 1.26 billion. Hengyu Media originally released it with a guarantee of 950 million and made a total profit of 200 million. The 10 million is a reward for your director. "

The words are very direct and realistic.

Your movie brought 200 million profit to Hengyu. This is the reward you deserve.

really

Upon hearing this, Zhou Xingchi smiled, picked up the check again and looked at it twice before accepting it with peace of mind.

"Okay, I'll take the money. Thank you Director Fang for your generosity!"

It’s true that he loves money, but he gets it wisely!

It's not his, he doesn't want a cent of it, it's his, and no one else can take advantage of it.

This trip to Hua Yi made him extremely angry and he would never have any contact with Hua Yi again.

Unless Hua Yi makes up for the 80 million share, then everyone will still be good friends.

After carefully putting away the check, Zhou Xingchi picked up the wine and gently clinked the glasses with Fang Ziheng, drinking it all in one gulp.

"Director Fang, you made an appointment with me today not just to deliver a check, right?"

"Seeing Wan Li, Zhou Daoming probably guessed my intention."

Fang Ziheng finished the wine in the small cup in one gulp and nodded: "Hengyu Media values ​​​​Director Zhou's next movie and hopes to get 25% to 30% of the investment share."

"Oh, Director Fang has never even read the script, yet he trusts me so much!"

"Yes, Director Zhou's name is the biggest guarantee!"

Fang Ziheng spoke directly, not hiding his expectations for the new project.

At the same time, he also reserved his hand and did not talk about the subsequent release of the film.

The movie project has not yet been approved, so we can wait until the finished film is released to discuss it, or re-invite Chow Sing-chi halfway through filming.

At this time, Fang Ziheng had nothing to be embarrassed about, he just wanted a share of the investment.

"Mermaid"!

The total box office of more than 3 billion is worthy of him putting down his dignity and dignity.

His directness surprised Zhou Xingchi, but he was also very happy at the same time.

The surprise came from Fang Ziheng's lack of understanding. After all, his movies were no weaker than his movies, and the box office was even higher.

Fang Ziheng, there is no reason to care so much about his next new film.

The happiness in my heart comes from a sense of being recognized and respected by my peers.

Whether it was Lao Mouzi who invited him to dinner yesterday evening, or Fang Ziheng who invited him to tea today.

Both of them were very sincere in their attitude, spoke directly, showed admiration in their eyes, and did not lie at all.

After decades of acting, Zhou Xingchi has seen countless people with different personalities, styles, and even masks.

If you watch it a lot, you will naturally like and attach great importance to sincerity.

Almost without thinking, Zhou Xingchi agreed: "No problem, as long as Director Fang likes it, I can give Hengyu Media a share of the investment in my new movie."

"However, I have something to say first. Although the script of the new movie has taken shape, it has not been completely polished and perfected. It is not certain when the filming will start. It may take a long time.

In addition, I plan to do a big production this time, and the total investment will not be less than 300 million Hong Kong dollars. I hope Director Fang will not find it too expensive! "

"Haha, Director Zhou is worrying too much."

Fang Ziheng smiled, picked up the wine bottle and filled it up for the two of them, and said in an unusually firm tone: "As long as Director Zhou needs it, let alone the production budget of 300 million Hong Kong dollars, even if it is 500 million or 600 million, Hengyu Media It’s also true!”

"OK, it's settled!"

"a man of his words!"

The two looked at each other and smiled, drank the wine in one gulp, and at the same time made a decision on part of the investment in "The Mermaid".

Never mind whether it's "Mermaid" or not!

Now that Fang Ziheng has come forward, Zhou Xingchi's next movie must be "Mermaid"!

Later, he started the trick of deception again and invited Zhou Xingchi to be a guest at Hengyu Media.

Yes, just being a guest!

Using the same method of persuading Lao Mouzi, he used the five photography studios newly built by Hengyu Literary Editorial Department and Hengyu Media as an introduction to invite Zhou Xingchi to visit.

Maybe it can stimulate inspiration and create excellent scripts.

Zhou Xingchi accepted it happily and said that after finishing his work, he would definitely go to Hengyu.

This statement is either true or false.

He is indeed very interested in Hengyu Media's newly built technical shooting studio.

The 3D real shots in "Edge of Tomorrow" and "The Secret of the Dragon" came from several shooting studios.

In terms of scripts, as the king of comedy, he has his own arrogance and an almost perverted persistence.

Hengyu Media's literary editorial department may be powerful, but Zhou Xingchi is a cautious person, and he trusts himself and his editorial team more.

The two of them had a meal until nine o'clock in the evening.

Fang Ziheng saw Zhou Xingchi out, waved friendly, and finally left the teahouse by car.

In the car, Mo Xiangwan, who had been waiting, handed over a thermos cup containing sobering tea prepared in advance.

Fang Ziheng took a few sips, then screwed the lid on and put it aside.

He didn't drink much tonight, but Zhou Xingchi had something on his mind and drank a lot.

"Chairman, has Director Zhou agreed?"

"Well, I verbally agreed!"

Fang Ziheng leaned on the back seat of the car, squinted his eyes and smiled.

Mo Xiangwan raised his eyebrows, heard the hidden meaning, and continued to ask: "What do you mean, verbal promises cannot count?"

"It can't be said that we can't do anything. We are the first company to make an appointment with Zhou Xingchi. Our attitude is sincere and the offer is good. There is no reason for him to refuse."

"That"

"Haha, I can sell my movie share at a premium, so of course he, Zhou Xingchi, can.

With the speed at which he is making movies, several well-known film and television companies will have already gone public in two or three years. Today's premium will be exchanged for future stock prices, so why not! "

Fang Ziheng made a faint sound, his eyes bursting with a strong light of wisdom, as if he saw the competition between major film and television companies for "Mermaid".

Just this morning, the glamorous Li Xiaoping paid a visit to Hengyu Media Group.

Fang Ziheng was also there at the time and met with Andy together.

Li Xiaoping bluntly said that Guangxian must win Zhou Xingchi's new work.

Just from the other party's attitude, Fang Ziheng knew that major film and television companies would definitely use premium tactics.

There are only so many shares, and it will be given to everyone. Naturally, the party with more money will get it!

To be honest, Fang Ziheng doesn’t want to pay a premium!

Giving money to others is completely different from giving money to others. The mentality is different.

However, what he said does not matter, it still depends on Zhou Xingchi’s own intention.

If nothing can be done, he will just unleash a wave of blood.

Damn it!

Fortunately, most of the famous directors of Chinese-language films are in Hengyu Media. Otherwise, how much blood would he have made?

April 27th.

Early in the morning, Fang Ziheng received news that Song Ge from Wanda Film and Television had made an appointment with Zhou Xingchi, and the two were going to have lunch together.

In addition, Chen Yong from Bona also made an appointment with Zhou Xingchi, and the two would have afternoon tea together.

More film and television companies sent their greetings to Zhou Xingchi's assistant, hoping to meet the King of Comedy as soon as possible.

It is foreseeable that as time goes by, as more and more film and television companies come to visit, Zhou Xingchi's mentality will also change.

Fang Ziheng could only watch.

He has already done what he should do and is just waiting for quotations from major film and television companies.

Before making a quotation, Zhou Xingchi must first complete the script.

Without a script, it’s difficult to quote!

The reason why I asked Zhou Xingchi to come to Hengyu Media was to start with the script and create a first-come-first-served formula.

Ten o'clock in the morning, a five-star hotel in the Imperial Capital.

Fang Ziheng saw off the crew of "Tang Detective 2" and cheered everyone on.

In a hotel conference room.

He sat on the main seat, with film director Wen Muye and film producer Zhang Miao on one side and one on his right.

The two of them are the souls of this trip to the United States.

Wen Muye has starred in Bao Qiang, Xiao Yang, Liu Haoran, Liu Qianqian, and Xiao Zifeng in the past.

On Zhang Miao's side, there were all the heads of various departments of the crew.

More than a hundred people gathered together, and everyone was filled with joyful smiles and excitement.

Fang Ziheng did not go to North America this time, and also changed the role of Qin Feng, replacing him with Liu Haoran, who was only 16 years old.

Oh, right.

Xiaozi Feng is not going to North America either. Her scenes will be re-filmed in the Mainland after the crew returns.

According to his prediction, Liu Qianqian will be the female lead in the second part of "Tang Detective".

In the third film, Liu Qianqian's role in the movie can be robbed or retired, and Xiaozi Feng has become the leading female role.

Or simply create a double heroine, the two sisters cooperate with Tang Ren and Qin Feng to deal with the Q organization.

As for Qin Feng's replacement, it doesn't matter much.

Fang Ziheng's role in the movie is not funny.

As long as the new actors are handsome, the characters have likable personalities, and the characters are fleshed out, the audience won't have any complaints.

Liu Haoran is now in the sunshine boy period, and he can inherit Fang Ziheng's character setting in the first movie very well.

If Bao Qiang and Xiao Yang were replaced, it would really be over!

Speaking of Bao Qiang, he will not join the cast this time. He will not join the cast until "囧" is finished filming next month.

After some pleasantries.

Fang Ziheng stood up, held the conference room with his hands, looked at everyone with a smile and said: "Everyone, after three years, "Tang Detective 2" has finally started!"

"This time, you traveled thousands of miles away to film. As the screenwriter and producer of the film, I am here to thank you and say thank you in advance for your hard work in the future!"

After saying this, Fang Ziheng bowed slightly.

bang bang

bang bang

applause.

The whole room of people applauded with expressions of emotion on their faces.

Except for the new members Zhang Miao and Liu Haoran, all of the people present have filmed "Tang Detective 1" and are among the veterans.

year 2010!

Fang Ziheng, who is only 23 years old, took everyone to Thailand for filming and shot a top-notch comedy movie in a few months.

As soon as "Tang Detective 1" was released, it triggered a movie-watching craze and broke various domestic film records.

In one fell swoop, he regained the top spot in the history of Chinese-language films!

Although it was surpassed by the subsequent release of "Avatar", no one can deny the success of "Tang Detective 1".

Fang Ziheng also stepped into the big commercial director's seat.

Three years later, he has become a popular figure in Chinese-language films and one of the trendsetters.

And they, this group of veterans, have become more mature and professional, and have received generous rewards.

Now, the filming of "Tang Detective 2" has finally started.

As those who had experienced it, they were filled with excitement and could not wait to get on the plane and set off for North America.

"Tang Detective 2"!

It is bound to explode with more powerful power in their hands!

After a while, the applause stopped.

Fang Ziheng looked slightly dazed. He pulled away from his memories, emphasized his tone a little, and said affectionately: "North America is not China. The environment and security there are not as good as at home. Everyone must protect themselves when they go there.

Remember, your personal safety is more important than anything else. As many people from the entire crew go, as many people come back, no one is missing! "

"Don't worry, director, we won't mess around!"

"Thank you, director. We will definitely listen to the literary director and producer Zhang and support their work!"

The two men who had followed Fang Ziheng for the longest time, from being the set recorder to the head of the crew department, stood up and expressed their opinions.

Immediately, more people spoke up and expressed their support for the crew's work.

We are all smart people, and Fang Ziheng's words are not only for everyone's safety, but also have the meaning of secret guidance.

Fang Ziheng was very satisfied with everyone's attitude, and his expression became excited.

He straightened up suddenly, focused his eyes and slowly looked at everyone in the conference room, and said loudly with an unprecedented confidence: "I believe that everyone will be able to make an excellent "Tang Detective 2"!

I'm waiting for your triumphant return in the imperial capital. When the time comes, I, Fang Ziheng, will personally come to pick you up and hold a reception and celebration banquet for you! "

"Okay, okay!"

"Long live the director, long live "Tang Detective 2"!"

Everyone stood up with a bang and shouted excitedly.

They were infected by Fang Ziheng's confidence, and they were all as excited as if they had been given a shot of chicken blood.

Liu Qianqian was also very happy at this moment. She clapped her hands and shouted at the top of her lungs: "Everyone, as we set off, let us cheer for "Tang Detective 2" and wish the movie a great box office success!"

"A box office hit, "Tang Detective" is invincible!"

"A box office hit, "Tang Detective" is invincible!"