China Entertainment: Director’s happiness is so simple

Chapter 56 Here comes a big shot

After sending Han Sanpin away, Lu Pingan put aside the new film for the time being and devoted himself to the later stage of "Crimes of Time".

There is only a little more than a month left before submission to the Venice Film Festival, so production must be stepped up.

It's just a pity that I didn't have time to make a short film. Fortunately, if I did, I might not win a big award.

News came from overseas that Hu Qingquan went to various film festivals after "The Crime of Time" ended. "Hired Life" received invitations from many film festivals. Hu Qingquan went there in order to compete for Oscars for "The House of Memories". Pathfinding.

He called in the morning and said that there was a very powerful short film this year called "Joker". It was a documentary about the background of the Afghan war, and Lu Ping An needed to pay attention to it.

Lu Ping'an remembered this movie as soon as he heard it.

This "Joker" is not that "Joker". I saw it when I was searching for "Joker". It has a color that Westerners like. It is also the undisputed best short film in Venice this year.

This year there is a movie like this, and only a fool would argue with it.

That’s fine, Venice’s short film can still be a companion to the Oscars next year.

While working, investors continued to call, and Lu Ping An also continued to push back, saying that he had to rush to edit and prepare for Venice.

Everyone expressed understanding, but those who should be contacted will still come up.

No one wants to fall behind and not get a share of the cake.

Wu Guohua calculated the approximate quotes from investors, among which Lu Ping An focused on advertisers.

The price quoted by the advertiser is indeed the same as what Han Sanpin said.

Wu Guohua: "Youngor sponsors all the clothes, plus 500,000 yuan. If there are big-name stars, the price can be discussed in detail... Red Bull 200,000, a total of no less than 5 seconds of footage is required. If the film has a strong lineup, more money can be added... In terms of mobile phones, Bird The highest quote is 300,000 for one shot plus a brand name line. If there is a big shot, we can add more, there is no cap..."

Lu Ping'an smiled and said: "It's good that there is no cap, so I'm worth 300,000, but big stars are unlimited?"

Wu Guohua adjusted his glasses: "That's not the case. The lack of a cap is just a quotation method."

"Of course I know."

Lu Ping'an smiled, looked at the script and said, "What do you think?"

"I think it is feasible to find big-name stars to join. Joining big-name stars can increase the box office limit. Coupled with the joining of many advertisers, it will not actually increase the production cost much and can reduce project risks. Boss, your new movie will attract a lot of attention High, if you really do it, the audience will have more expectations for the quality of the film, and the media and industry will also pay more attention to your box office data. Our film is not competing for awards, so high box office is now very important to the boss and the company. Of course, the most important thing is the risk. I think big-name celebrities are actually a kind of insurance, provided that the celebrities are big enough."

"Well said."

Lu Pingan nodded in agreement.

In fact, he doesn't care about the risks. Again, the cost is high to the outside world, but it's actually very cheap.

Wu Guohua didn't know this, so naturally he wouldn't consider it from this aspect.

But what he said is indeed right.

But it is not easy to implement.

The most important thing is who to look for.

"Who do you think is suitable?"

"I checked the quotations. The current quotations for the single films of the Four Kings are around 5 million to 8 million. Among them, the most noteworthy one is Andy Lau. When Andy goes to the mainland, his salary will be much lower, probably to 5 million. Zai’s popularity in the mainland is very high and he is worthy of consideration. There are others who are more popular than him, such as Guorong, Fa Ge, Lian Jie, Cheng Long, etc., but it will be very difficult to invite these people."

Lu Ping An expressed his approval.

In fact, after all, Xiangjiang stars are the most suitable. For example, the urban and modern atmosphere of the Four Heavenly Kings is incomparable to mainland stars. At the same time, they have reputation and popularity, their acting skills and achievements are very good, and their fan base is very wide. It’s no wonder that they are so popular in the mainland at this time.

In fact, the stars in the Mainland at this time are somewhat inexperienced. Those who have become famous are too "old" and too "upright", and few of the young ones have box office appeal, and it will take many more years.

Lu Ping'an said to Wu Guohua: "Select a few advertisers with the highest bids and ask Guorong, Huazi, how much these would be worth if they joined."

"clear!"

Wu Guohua took the order and left.

When he came back more than an hour later, he handed over the document recording the data and said: "The average increase has been at least three times! The most popular among them are Fa Ge and Cheng Long, and Guorong is more popular than Hua Tsai."

"It does seem like a very wealthy person."

Lu Ping'an smiled and waved his hand, "Go and do your work first."

"good."

Lu Pingan thought, if he really wants to be a star in Xiangjiang, he has only one goal, and that is Guorong.

Everything else was either too expensive or almost uninteresting in his opinion.

The reason why I chose Guorong is that on the one hand, he is completely qualified, the most suitable in terms of character, image and appeal. He has a high status and is above the four kings. However, the price is not the most expensive, basically fixed at around 5 million. , cheaper than the Four Heavenly Kings. This is what we saw in later reports, and it should be the same now.

On the other hand, it is of course for reasons well known to everyone. It is the first half of 2002, so it would be best if we can cooperate this year.

The film in Lu Ping'an's hands will be produced very quickly and will be released this year, and it will avoid a lot of irresistible troubles.

If Guorong can really be invited, needless to say, the money scene of this film can be improved to two levels.

However, Lu Ping'an felt that this was quite difficult. I heard that Guorong was very selective in accepting films.

Fortunately, he also has a way.

Jiang Wen and Guorong knew each other. A few days ago, Tian Guorong said that he wanted to apprentice with Jiang Wen and learn directing from him. This was repaid.

Lu Ping'an felt that he was his student and had invested in his "Looking for the Gun". He didn't hesitate at all. He was loyal enough. It would be no problem to contact him now.

So he immediately called Jiang Wen and explained the situation.

Sure enough, Jiang Wen said he would help and would contact him again in a few days. He was still busy these days, and the final result was not guaranteed. After all, he was a big star, not an idler.

After hanging up the phone, Lu Ping'an put the matter behind him and continued to edit the film.

If you can succeed, it's okay if you don't.

The lack of stars in the film is nothing more than a reduction in sponsorship fees and special effects fees, but it does not affect the overall quality.

. . . . . . . .

During the editing of the film, Liu Qianqian contacted him through QQ.

"Brother Ping'an, do you suggest that I act in "The Golden Family"?"

"Is this what your mother asked you to ask?"

"no."

"Then go ahead, act hard, and study hard."

"Golden Pink Family" is about to begin, and time flies so fast.

After Liu Qianqian sent the message, Dong Xuan also sent a message.

"The school has a casting call for a film crew. Do you think I should go?"

Dong Xuan has been texting him frequently since "Time and Space Crime".

Lu Pingping also returned in the same way.

"What crew?"

"It seems to be called Snowflake Goddess Dragon."

"Go ahead and wish you success."

Her famous work has come, and it has contributed half of her career life bar, so of course it is recommended that she go for it.

The other person quickly replied: "I hear you. By the way, you haven't treated me to a big dinner yet."

"Let's talk about it later when we have a chance. I'm busy right now."

"As promised, don't go back on it."

"certainly."

The little girl is probably interested.

It's a pity that Lu Ping'an doesn't have the time to think about these things. He has been cutting films and cutting the ground these days, one knife after another, and his heart has become much colder.

During the Qingming Festival, Lu Ping'an went to the Magic City to visit the original owner's grandmother and mother's relatives.

After traveling for so long and now becoming famous again, I really need to go and see it, at least not to leave others talking about it.

Fortunately, the relatives on the original owner's mother's side are similar to those on the original owner's father's side. There are teachers and institutions, but they are not in business, so there is nothing to worry about. They also know what to do as a family member of a celebrity, and Lu safely returns home. .

Three days later, Yan Danchen came back from visiting the grave in his hometown.

As soon as they met, they became attached to Lu Ping'an.

"Xiao Ping An, guess what delicious food I will make for you today?"

Yan Danchen picked up the bag in his hand.

"I don't know, is it Buddha jumping over the wall?"

"Of course not~"

"Oh, that's Jin Yu Man Tang."

"Have a good guess~"

"Could it be...Xiao Chenchen?"

Lu Ping'an picked up Yan Danchen, causing the little beauty to scream sweetly.

No matter what the main course is, eat the appetizer first.

After handing over the food, Yan Danchen took out a bunch of things he bought for Lu Pingan, including clothes, shoes, socks, underwear, etc. The colors were various, which was very different from Lu Pingan's usual style.

Lu Pingan put on a red sweater with a giant panda on the chest, which looked very much like the later isosceles triangle "Huahua". With this outfit, he seemed to look much more lively.

After Lu Pingan put it on, Yan Danchen was very satisfied.

"This is the best. I always wear black and gray. It's too old-fashioned. I'll just wear these at home from now on."

"It feels a little childish."

"Hmph~ I don't know who sent the six-eyed flying fish."

"Well, isn't it normal to put some thought into picking up girls?"

"It was me who was deceived by such stupid means."

"The key is to see who is using this method. Does this mean you understand the charm?"

"Yes, yes, Xiaopingan is the most charming!"

After laughing for a while, Yan Danchen made a table for Lu Pingan with delicious food brought from his hometown.

Lu Pingan praised her cooking skills, which made Yan Danchen extremely proud.

After eating and washing the dishes, the two of them watched TV on the sofa.

What happened to be playing on TV was "The Romance of the Tang Dynasty".

This movie started airing on New Year’s Day, and I don’t know which round I’m watching now.

This episode is the first time Wu Zetian, played by Qin Lan, sleeps with Li Shimin.

Qin Lan is indeed pretty, and the photo shoot is also very tempting.

Li Shimin pinched Wu Meiniang's chin, then said the lines, and slowly slid his fingers down, across his neck, and further down, Wu Meiniang began to breathe quickly and rolled her eyes.

Old thief!

Yan Danchen said seductively: "Want to meet this actor? I know him."

"Okay, let her come over now and leave enough space for her in the middle of our bed."

"The road is safe!"

"Woman, you were the one who provoked me first!"

There was another burst of laughter, and the TV was finished. Yan Danchen talked about his worries:

“Recently, many film crews have approached me, and I don’t even know which one to choose.”

"What kind of crew are these?"

"There are "Eternal Dragon Sword", "Da Ranfang", and "Dragon" also contacted me for auditions, but this one will not be until the summer vacation."

They are all good movies!

But according to the words of the original time and space, it seems that she can't get up to any of them.

However, Yan Danchen is now more famous than he was at the same time in the original time and space.

I don't know if it will affect the results.

Lu Ping'an asked: "You were asked to audition or to play a specific role?"

"There are auditions and there are roles that are decided."

"Which one decided on the role?"

"There are about four plays that I can act in as long as I agree, but I don't really like them. The ones I told you were auditioned by me."

"Oh, then you can try all three of them."

"I'm afraid I won't be able to choose."

"There's nothing to be afraid of. Aren't all auditions like this?"

"Because I have the baggage of being an idol, hahaha."

Yan Danchen laughed as he spoke.

After laughing, she returned to her seriousness: "I'm really afraid of being kicked off."

"It's normal to be brushed, but it's abnormal not to be brushed. There are so many pitfalls. Unless you are really famous and powerful, and there are people behind you, it will not be easy to work normally."

"That's true, the circle is so dirty."

"Then you still want to try?"

"What do you think?"

"just go."

Lu Pingan pinched Yan Danchen's chin, and then slowly slid his fingers down, "Just try whatever you like. If you can't act, or if you get tired of acting, come back and your man will make a movie for you!"

"Little peace."

Yan Danchen hugged Lu Pingan in emotion, "Why are you so nice to me?"

"Silly girl, aren't you also very nice to me?"

"How can it be the same?"

"It's the same here."

"You dote on me so much."

"I won't be pampering you any time soon."

"Why...ah, why are you up again!"

"It's not all because of your big ass, but you're still moving! No more, turn off the TV!"

"Ah haha no need..."

The next day, Jiang Wen called: "I can help you with what you want!"

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