China Entertainment's performance is king

Xiangyang, Tangcheng, building a film and television base for a movie may sound exaggerated, but if the director is Brother Kaizi, then everyone will think it is normal.

Of course, this is also a win-win situation. It cannot be said that it was built purely for a production. It has the purpose of attracting tourists and other film crews to come and film.

Of course, this statement is a bit exaggerated. They plan to invest 30 billion to build a tourist attraction, but it is true that Brother Kaizi is only an initiator.

There are not many people in the film and television city at the moment. It has not been officially opened yet. It will be gradually opened after the filming of "The Legend of the Demon Cat" is completed.

There is a high probability that he wants to rely on the movie to promote a wave. I have to say that Brother Kaizi may not break the box office of the movie, but in terms of publicity, he and Guoshi are all the kind of publicity level that can rival the box office of film history. .

"Except for playing a small role in the past, this is the first time I have been interviewed directly at a filming location. Well, speaking of it, my role seems to be a small role." Shen Lang said to Xiao Tao.

"Who knows what you think, but the protagonist is not non-negotiable." Xiao Tao said, in fact, according to Shen Lang's current status, he can directly make some requests to the crew.

"It's not necessary. These great directors can't bear the protagonist being parachuted in, and they have a strong desire to control the crew. I also like the Tang Dynasty Shixian, so coming here can be regarded as a vacation." Shen Lang still misses the past, although watching I go up to the set every day, but actually have nothing to do.

Unlike last year, where the filming schedule was full, the treatment of the protagonist was a happy worry.

"I can't control you anyway, it's so easy to cause public opinion." Xiao Tao said, she just complained. Although she felt that Shen Lang was now qualified to be a starring role, she also knew that Shen Lang would probably directly take the position in other crews, but In the case of Brother Kaizi, the national teacher, the possibility is too slim.

The public opinion she said is actually that it is easy to be ridiculed by other fans. For example, if he is such a big star, he comes to play a supporting role for Huang Xuan. Don't worry, someone will definitely say this. At the very least, fans of Fanfan and Fengfeng will ridicule, but the impact No big deal, they also played supporting roles in "Lao Pao Er".

Of course, because it is the crew of Brother Kaizi, this kind of public opinion is not as easy to influence as other movies, because the first person mentioned by this crew is Brother Kaizi, which is something that he, the National Master, and Master Xing can all cause The personal influence completely suppresses the protagonist's influence.

"At most, you can say that I am currying favor with the great director, but I don't care about that." Shen Lang was quite confident. After all, for him, this was not a movie he starred in. There was no pressure to resist the box office, and it had nothing to do with him.

As long as the movies in which he plays the protagonist can keep the box office, no one will have high demands on him in movies with obvious supporting roles.

It's just that he will be misunderstood by many people. He is a pure traffic, and his fans only support the works starring him.

If he was really asked to be the starring role, he would most likely find it troublesome. He didn't have an investment share in "Legend of the Demon Cat", and he didn't look like a fool if he used points to help others make money.

He is here to earn points. The box office of Brother Kaizi's movie is uncertain, but the investment is certain. Especially this time, why does Shen Lang come? Besides really liking the Tang Dynasty Shixian, it is because there are nearly one billion points here. .

That's right, the construction of Xiangyang Tangcheng can also be regarded as part of the investment in "The Legend of the Demon Cat".

"I can't say that." Xiao Tao still knows the entertainment industry relatively well. This is Brother Kaizi's movie, which means he didn't call anyone. If he was willing to call, it would be difficult for someone in the Chinese entertainment industry not to come.

Shen Lang did this because although the role he wanted was important at the time, it did not occupy much space in the plot. In addition, he was indeed super popular, so Shen Lang had the opportunity to join the crew.

It’s not that if a film has the highest box office in history, all directors will shamelessly lick and give resources. That’s just ordinary directors. Those who reach Kai Zige’s level are just floating clouds. Of course, there are not many in his level.

"Sister Hong." Xiao Tao and Shen Lang arrived at their destination, and the first thing they saw was Chen Hong, who was waiting.

"Xiao Tao, Shen Lang, I said it's time to arrive." Chen Hong was still the same as before, well, he just looked a little tired. Being a producer is quite tiring, especially a producer of a big project.

She doesn't just want a name, she really wants to do any job, and it's normal to be tired.

"Sister Hong, long time no see. Sorry to trouble you." Shen Lang said. He had met her before, so he knew her, but she was definitely not as familiar as Xiao Tao.

There was no way Xiao Tao wasn't familiar with her. She and Chen Hong had more opportunities to meet each other. Shen Lang wanted a role, but Xiao Tao was the one who was busy. It was normal.

She wanted to help Shen Lang get the treatment he deserved for his position as a celebrity, and she also wanted to help Shen Lang get enough remuneration.

Even if it's a big director, I can make some concessions on the salary to give face, but it doesn't matter how big the director is if I am asked to star in the film as a friend.

After all, this is just a job, and the low salary is not enough. Of course, if you are an ordinary star, if you are willing to give me more roles, and you are a big director, I can even act for free, which is also a good deal.

Xiao Tao actually thought about asking Shen Lang to lower the salary, and then try to find a way to find a starring role.

In fact, the starring role of Brother Kaizi is very popular because his personal fame suppresses the entire crew. There are many benefits to being the starring actor. At the very least, even if it fails at the box office, everyone will only complain about Brother Kaizi's "Farewell My Concubine". In his films, there are very few people pointing guns at the leading actors.

Even if you are a top-notch star, no matter how much the fans complain, you can't break through Brother Kaizi's circle. This is word of mouth.

If it was just a matter of ridicule from the fan circle, many top celebrities would be willing to come, but it would only be starring roles. If it was just a side role, Brother Kaizi would not refuse. It’s just that the top celebrities don’t want to waste their fans. They don’t feel sorry for the fans, but feel sorry for the leeks. If others cut it, it will not benefit you.

You see, Fanfan made a cameo in "The Mermaid", but the prerequisite for that was that he became the male protagonist of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons". Well, maybe the cause and effect is the other way around.

"That's right. Lao Chen is also here." Chen Hong is quite welcoming to Shen Lang. Even if they are a couple, she and Brother Kaizi have absolutely different attitudes towards Shen Lang. They also hope that Shen Lang's participation will have a positive impact on the box office. .

In her opinion, Shen Lang's traffic is a bonus for the movie. What she wants is the box office, but for Brother Kaizi, he has to make the decision for his movie. Everyone wants this.

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"Hello, Director Chen." Shen Lang still knows how to respect the elderly and love the young.

"Here we come." Brother Kaizi spoke quite calmly, not enthusiastic but not cold either. He might be a little expressionless, but you could still hear a hint of enthusiasm.

"Don't be too polite."

Then, the next step is the audition. Although it is a formality, Brother Kaizi is not stubborn. The more popular Shen Lang is, the less he needs it. He has no hatred. He is just a small role, so he was given it.

After all, Shen Lang is the actor with the best box office in China today, so you have to show some respect. If you drag Shen Lang over for a walk and then say you can't do it, that would be an offense to others.

Needless to say, Brother Kaizi has changed his mind a bit about Shen Lang. His acting skills are actually pretty good, better than some so-called veteran actors who only rely on age.

He can look at these objectively.