Chapter 17

Zhao Yang really has something important to say.

Wenxin film and television finally decided to invest in Zhuang Yan's new film, but made a request that Sheng Shisong, an artist of his company, would play the leading role.

Although Zhao Yang is a producer, the right to speak in Zhuang Yan's films is always in his hands.

Since the new movie script has not been finalized, it is impossible for Zhuang Yan to select the actor of the hero first, even if it is required by the investors.

But the cooperation with Wenxin can't be split up in one shot. You can sit down and have a good talk.

It's better to choose a day than to collide with the sun. Sheng Shisong is going to fly abroad the next day to attend a fashion festival. He made a temporary appointment for a meeting tonight.

Zhao Yang said on the other end of the phone: "I know you don't keep the appointment tonight, but today is a special day. You have to come to whatever you say. Wen Xin is not willing to invest a small amount of money this time. I did not ask you to agree to their requirements. But let me talk about the head office? "

Zhuang Yan's heart was filled with anger: "I don't lack that little investment money."

"It's not about money or not." Zhao Yang said painstakingly, "if you develop in China, can you not deal with these film and television companies? No matter how to give face, people are willing to wait for you. What's more, Wenxin brings not only funds, but also its actors, theaters, and, most importantly, the connections behind the awards that you can't buy now. "

The entertainment industry is a place that pays attention to qualifications and contacts.

The preparatory work in the early stage, the process of shooting and the publicity in the later stage It's not something you can do on your own.

Therefore, a film rarely has only one investor. The participation of multiple capitals can not only avoid risks, but also enable the film to enter the domestic market faster and understand the operation rules of domestic film and television.

Zhuang Yan's face was expressionless: "I know, I didn't say I couldn't come."

Zhao Yang was relieved and sent the address to him.

He is really afraid that Zhuang Yan will not give face. After all, it is not the first time that he has been angry with investors.

Hang up the phone, Zhuang Yan turned to Xie Ning and said, "I have something to do, so I'll go first."

Xie Ning put down some pens: "I'll give it to you."

"No Zhuang Yan waved his hand. "My car is not far away. It's only two steps away. If you go out, you have to follow me."

As soon as he got to the living room, before he could open the door and go out, he heard Xie Ning's voice on the stairs: "wait a minute."

Consciously stopped.

Xie Ning trotted over all the way, breathing slightly short. He held a dark blue scarf in his hand and handed it to Zhuang Yan: "this scarf is for you."

This is your scarf

Xie Ning nodded.

Zhuang Yan said with a smile: "to me?"

"Yes, your scarf is not for Is the snow rabbit out there

Zhuang Yan moved in his heart and deliberately teased him: "I want you to surround me with your own hands."

Xie Ning:

Zhuang Yan looked at him: "why, can't you?"

Xie Ning bowed his head and hesitated, and his hands twisted on the scarf.

Seeing his bewildered appearance, Zhuang Yan laughed in his heart and wanted to say that I was joking.

Xie Ning quickly glanced at him and whispered, "that You look down. "

Zhuang Yan was stunned.

Today's Xie Ning, too Be obedient.

It's like letting him do whatever he wants and never refuse to ask for anything.

Zhuang Yan's throat knot rolled.

Xie Ning didn't pay attention to him. Seeing that he didn't move, he thought he didn't hear clearly. He repeated, "lower your head."

Zhuang Yan looked down at him. He felt that Xie Ning was going to drive him crazy.

But Zhao Yang and Wen Xin's investors are still waiting. He can't do anything.

Xie Ning wrapped up a scarf for him and sent it to the door: "be careful on the way."

Zhuang Yan smiles and goes out.

After Zhuang Yan left, Xie Ning couldn't calm down and stopped painting.

He packed up the things in the studio and was ready to go to sleep after washing. He went to the window again and wanted to see the snow rabbit at the gate.

The night is deep, and the villa covers a large area. There is a whole garden separated by the gate, and you can't even see a shadow.

But when he turned his head, the rabbit doll on the bedside table tilted his head and looked at him quietly.

Xie Ning blinked and reached out to put the rabbit doll by the pillow and fell asleep.

On the other side.

Wrapped in the scarf that Xie Ning wrapped around him, Zhuang Yan drove like he was floating in the air all the way.

The meeting place was in a secret high-end club. Zhuang Yan didn't have time to go home and change his clothes. He still wore that sweater, which matched the scarf Xie Ning gave him.

But this is not serious enough to talk about business. Fortunately, he is a director.

Most of the people's impression of the director is unconventional, either bearded, like brother sharp, or over 40, with a big belly.At this moment, seeing Zhuang Yan's appearance and temperament that he is not inferior to the star, everyone is surprised, and no one cares about his casual and casual dress up.

In addition to Zhao Yang and Wen Xin, there are Sheng Shisong and his agent.

Zhuang Yan has heard of the name Sheng Shisong.

Before Zhuang Yan went abroad, Sheng Shisong became famous and began to act as the leading actor on the big screen.

His films are popular, at least the box office is not bad.

Over the years, he has never been angry. The three words of Sheng Shisong are the guarantee of box office.

But he had a regret.

He's never got a movie king.

The nomination has been mentioned many times, but the result is that he can't touch the best actor's trophy.

Even the black emperor is not doomed to be the black emperor.

"Sorry for being late." With no guilt in his tone, Zhuang Yan sat down on the sofa next to Zhao Yang and observed Sheng Shi song across the table.

At its peak, song deserves to be a person who has been popular for so many years in the entertainment industry where new people come forth in large numbers. He is rich and handsome, his facial features are impeccable, and he acts with the unique temperament of a star.

The person in charge of Wenxin is Wang Congliang, who is in his early 40s and wears a Mediterranean hairstyle. I wonder if he is too busy working and stays up late.

Although Zhuang Yan has just returned to China, he is well-known abroad.

Moreover, Zhuang Yan has a good life and strong capital behind him. Wenxin intends to invest, but he does not dare to put on the airs of the gold master's father.

Wang Congliang said to him with a smile: "it's not too late, we haven't been waiting for long."

Then he introduced Sheng Shisong and his agent Chen guangbin to Zhuang Yan.

After two greetings, Zhuang Yan went straight to the main topic: "I heard from Zhao Yang about the requirements of your company. Since everyone is sitting here, I will not beat around the Bush - I do not agree with this request."

"Don't be in such a hurry." Wang Congliang handed a cigarette to zhuangyan. "Since director Zhuang has come to see us, there is still room for discussion."

Zhuang Yan took the cigarette, but he didn't light it. He turned between his fingers.

Wang Congliang said, "I have brought you Shisong. You may as well consider it more."

Agent Chen guangbin said with a smile: "I'm not boasting that Shi Song's acting skills are top-notch in his age group. Most of the roles can be mastered. Besides him, director Zhuang may not be able to find better actors."

Zhuang Yan looked at Shengshi with a smile: "my new film has just started, the script is still in the creation stage, and the protagonist's image has not been determined. It's too early to make a conclusion."

Wang Congliang a smile: "the script has not been decided, not more convenient, what is not suitable, think of a way to change, not suitable."

Zhuang Yan leaned on the sofa, but his voice was cold and resolute: "impossible. My play is so elaborate that I can't change it for anyone

Wang Congliang's expression was stiff.

He has met many directors, some of whom are kowtowing to attract investment, and others who are arrogant and talk with him about conditions. However, he still refuses to give Zhuang Yan such a face for the first time, and refuses if he says he refuses.

Sheng Shisong suddenly said: "I heard that the film of Zhuang director is the background of the Republic of China?"

His voice is gentle and pleasant to the ear, and he is also an actor who has specially practiced his lines. His words are straight and round, and his speaking speed is not urgent or slow. He is very comfortable to listen to.

Zhuang Yan nodded: "yes."

At that time, song chuckled: "director Zhuang may have just returned home, but he still doesn't know the current situation in China. Recently, the film with the background of the Republic of China has been strictly reviewed, so it is not easy to pass the examination."

"Is it?" Zhuang Yan raised his eyebrows.

Wang Congliang quickly said: "yes, yes, it's been strictly controlled recently. Even smoking scenes are not allowed. The tattoos and earrings on artists' bodies should be coded. The shooting of ancient costume plays should not be set in the overhead background The background of the Republic of China is special. I'm afraid that the examination will take a long time. "

Zhuang Yan pondered and laughed: "so you mean to let me change the background?"

"Of course not." Wang Congliang said, "it's just a sad trial. It's not that we don't allow the shooting, and we're going to censor the piece..."

Wang Congliang gave a meaningful smile If the relationship is operated, it will not be a big deal. "

It is almost clear that they have a relationship with the Bureau of culture.

However, as an old film and television company, Wenxin has been dealing with the Bureau of culture all the year round, and even if there is no relationship, it can establish a relationship.

Zhuang Yan put the cigarette on the table: "the films I made, but the trial is secondary - even if they can't be shown, they can sign up for the competition, right?"

He looked at Sheng Shisong and said, "isn't that why you came to me? You don't care how much box office I can bring and how much profit I can make. What you are interested in is that it can win prizes

Sheng Shi Song had no choice but to smile: "in this case, director Zhuang should know that I really long for this opportunity and will try my best to complete it."

The entertainment industry is a place with more actors and less resources.There are many powerful actors, but few good directors.

And the talented director can not help but bow his head under the money and capital, pursuing the huge profits of commercial films.

There are only a few people like Zhuang Yan who don't care about the box office and just go for the awards.

After all, people want to eat. Not everyone is like Zhuang Yan. There is a Zhuang group standing behind him. Tens of millions of people throw it down without blinking an eye, just to hear a sound.

Many people in the circle are eyeing Zhuang Yan's new film, and Wenxin wants to take advantage of the opportunity of investment to share the big cake.

Zhuang Yan smiles at Sheng Shi Song: "I'm not dissatisfied with you. You are indeed a good actor. You have excellent acting skills, strength and willing to bear hardships, but you are not irreplaceable."

In the prime, the pine looked slightly moved.

Zhuang Yan continued: "although I have just returned home, I am not ignorant of the market. To tell you the truth, there are a lot of actors waiting for me to pick out. I don't ask for your box office guarantee. I'm an unknown person. As long as I can perform the feeling I want, I'm willing to use him. "

Sheng Shi Song wryly smile: "in the eyes of Zhuangzi, I'm not as good as a newcomer?"

Zhuang Yan shook his head: "it's not your problem. I'm still saying that. It's impossible for me to play the leading role now. Only after the script is completed can I know what kind of leading role I want."

Zhuang Yanjian would never give in. Zhao Yang disguised himself as a red face and advised him, but he was not moved at all.

Wang Congliang was so angry that his eyes were red, and he refused to let go of this big cake.

Finally, Sheng Shi sighed with relief and said, "since Zhuang Yan insists on it, I don't want to ask for it."

Chen guangbin frowned: "it's better. Let's step back. We don't ask for guidance from Zhuang. We must use time to relax, but Can director Zhuang give him priority in audition when he chooses a role

Seeing that they were willing to step back, Zhuang Yan's expression was warm: "how to say that?"

Chen guangbin said with a smile: "let him be the first to audition. If his performance meets the requirements of director Zhuang, he will be given this opportunity. At the same time, the audition will not be opened to other people."

Fearing that Zhuang Yan would not give face, Zhao Yang privately pulled his sleeve.

Wen Xin all backed down to this point, which is reasonable and reasonable. It would be a bit excessive to disagree.

Zhuang Yan laughed and said, "no problem."

Zhao Yang breathed a sigh of relief.

Zhuang Yan then said, "if you are not satisfied with the result of the audition, don't blame me for not giving you this opportunity."

Sheng Shisong confidently said, "I believe in my acting skills."

Zhuang Yan raised his eyebrows: "I'll wait and see."

Zhao Yang, the producer, is in charge of the other parts of the cooperation. He stands up, reaches out his hand to Wang Congliang and says, "happy cooperation."

"Happy cooperation." Wang Congliang shook his head at Zhuang Yan. "I've seen the temper of director Zhuang today."

Zhao Yang felt the same and even gloated.

"You'll learn more about it later."

After the war, the smoke in the room disappeared.

Sheng Shi Song wants to catch the plane of tomorrow morning, so the audience will not talk nonsense and leave.

When he went out, Sheng Shisong passed Zhuang Yan and boasted: "Zhuang Dao's scarf is pretty good-looking. Where did you buy it?"

In response to his words, Zhuang Yan decided to give him one more chance in the audition!

"It's from someone else." Zhuang Yan said.

At that time, he loosened up a little and raised his feet just to go. Then he saw Zhuang Yan holding up his head with great pride and said, "you should surround me with your own hands."

Sheng Shisong:

What?

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With Wenxin film and television cooperation reached a consensus, the new film began to get on the right track.

Zhuang Yan has been spinning and turning for a few days. When Zhao Yang comes to ask him about his art group, he remembers that he has not asked Xie Ning to confess his identity.

At the same time, news came from Yang Rui.

"The movie you asked me to look for last time is beautiful." Yang Rui said, "I really have a suitable person here."

"Who?" Zhuang Yan asked

Yang Rui: "it's a new student, named Xie Ning."

Hearing the name, Zhuang Yan was stunned.

The author has something to say: brush Zhuangzhuang's career line. Anyway, his career line will be Ningning's in the future.

Entertainment circle, film related basic nonsense, can not stand up to research.

Zhuang Zhuang (flaunting his face): I have a scarf wrapped around by Ning Ning Ning himself. Do you have any!