Rebirth of Xiangjiang - 1978

Under normal circumstances, if it is a literary film, the star's salary will naturally not be very high, and may even be halved and then halved again.

But if it is a general commercial film, then the remuneration cannot be equated with that of an art film.

If the actor is very optimistic about the movie and wants to star in it, then usually the agent won't care too much about the salary, but it will be easier to negotiate.

It's just that Liu Zhenwei and Wong Kar-wai are not famous at all, so naturally they can't rely on their ability to lower prices.

"This play is called "Menggui Mission House" and it is a supernatural comedy."

"Supernatural comedy?"

Chen Ziqiang heard Liu Zhenwei briefly introduce the plot of "The Ghost Story" to him, but he couldn't tell whether the drama was good or not.

However, when he came to see Liu Zhenwei today, he didn't just want to make a final decision immediately, because he had to go back and discuss with Jacky Cheung to see if he was interested in taking on the drama.

"Actually, this is the case. We have already given the script of this drama to Mr. Lin, and he has passed the review, and the funds for this drama are all provided by New Oriental."

Before discussing the salary, Liu Zhenwei suddenly chatted with Chen Ziqiang about the story between "Ghost Mission" and Lin Daoqiu.

When Wong Kar-wai next to him heard this, the expression on his face did not change, but he was frightened in his heart by Liu Zhenwei's words.

The reason why this guy is so confident that he can lower Jacky Cheung's salary is because he wants to do such a thing under the banner of Lin Daoqiu.

He didn't expect Liu Zhenwei to be so courageous. If Lin Daoqiu found out about this, they would not be able to go around in circles.

"Oh...that's right. That's great."

Chen Ziqiang nodded while listening. Originally, he planned to discuss it with Jacky Cheung to see what the other party wanted.

But after hearing what Liu Zhenwei said, Chen Ziqiang immediately felt that he should help Jacky Cheung take on this drama.

"We all think Jacky is a very potential actor. If he can play the leading role in this drama, I believe it will be a good thing not only for him but also for us."

Liu Zhenwei naturally has to praise Jacky Cheung first, so that he can continue to talk about what he wants to talk about.

Chen Ziqiang was naturally very happy about Liu Zhenwei's praise. He nodded while listening, with a happy smile on his face.

"Director Liu is too polite. In fact, Jacky Yau still has a lot to learn, but since this drama has been approved by Mr. Lin, I think Jacky Yau will naturally be happy to take on the role of the male lead in this drama."

Chen Ziqiang thought that with Lin Daoqiu's guarantee, there was nothing to worry about.

Maybe by then Jacky Cheung will suddenly become famous in Hong Kong with this drama and become the top male star. This is something that happens but cannot be expected.

"Thank you very much Mr. Chen, but there is still a small problem that needs to be solved. As long as this problem can be solved, I think this matter can be settled."

"Is there any problem that needs to be solved?"

Chen Ziqiang looked at Liu Zhenwei with confusion.

"The production fee for our drama is not high. If we pay according to Xueyou's current price, I'm afraid we can't afford it."

Chen Ziqiang has met many directors who complained to him before. Basically, he would agree if it was not too outrageous.

However, Jacky Cheung's salary increase to 1.2 million is almost a common knowledge in the industry. If he is asked to lower his price at this time, it may be a bit unreasonable.

"Director Liu, Xueyou's price is already very cheap. If it were another star of the same type, the price would probably be even higher than him. I'm not lying at all."

What Chen Ziqiang told is true, and he actually doesn't know how to negotiate prices for celebrities, otherwise Jacky Cheung's salary wouldn't have risen to 1.2 million until now.

"Mr. Chen, we are really very optimistic about Xueyou, so we invited you to discuss it. I dare not say anything about other people's movies, but this is a movie that Mr. Lin likes. Do you think it can be compared with other movies?"

Liu Zhenwei simply became cruel and carried Lin Daoqiu out again.

Anyway, I said it once and twice. His fate will definitely not be much better if the movie is not made well.

If this is the case, then we should find a way to trick Jacky Cheung into acting, and wait until the movie is released.

If the movie is a big hit by then, Jacky Cheung will naturally receive much more than the 600,000 yuan he lost in salary.

"Then I wonder how much Director Liu plans to offer Jacky for this movie?"

Chen Ziqiang wanted to know how low Liu Zhenwei planned to lower the price.

"Six hundred thousand."

Liu Zhenwei felt guilty when he revealed this figure, but it was already the highest price he could give.

When Chen Ziqiang heard the other party quoted a price of 600,000, half of his face turned black instantly.

Liu Chunwei actually cut Jacky Cheung's salary in half in one breath. Isn't this a joke?

You have to know that this is a commercial film, not an artistic film. How could it be so ruthless?

"Director Liu is kidding, isn't he? Doesn't this mean cutting off half of our salary, which I can't agree to anyway."

Chen Ziqiang shook his head vigorously. He could not accept such a bargain.

"Mr. Chen, there is only so much we can give. I really hope to invite Jacky to be the leading actor in our drama. I hope you can think about it carefully after you return."

Liu Zhenwei's attitude is also very clear. His price is only so much. If Chen Ziqiang refuses, there is nothing he can do.

After hearing what Liu Zhenwei said, Chen Ziqiang didn't know what to say. He originally wanted to refuse on the spot, but after thinking about it, he decided to go back and ask Jacky Cheung what he meant.

If he doesn't want to act because he thinks the pay is too low, he can just think of an excuse to turn down the film.

"In that case, let's stop talking about this today. If there is a chance another day, I'll treat you two to tea."

After Chen Ziqiang finished speaking, he left the coffee shop.

After he left, Wong Kar-wai looked at Liu Zhenwei with a surprised expression.

"You are quite good at deception, aren't you? You are using Mr. Lin to cheat outside. Aren't you afraid of death?"

Wong Kar-Wai couldn't believe that Liu Zhenwei, who had always been an honest person in front of him, dared to do such a thing. He simply couldn't believe that this was the Liu Zhenwei he knew.

"Don't worry. Jacky Cheung and Chen Ziqiang will definitely go to Mr. Lin to ask these questions. As long as you don't tell me and I don't tell anyone, no one will know the secret by then. Don't worry."

Liu Zhenwei patted Wong Kar-wai on the shoulder. In his opinion, as long as he and Wong Kar-wai kept this secret, Lin Daoqiu would never know that he was using him to suppress Jacky Cheung's salary.