Rebirth of Xiangjiang - 1978

"Director Xu, how have you been resting these past few days?"

After being persuaded by Shi Nansheng, Tsui Hark came to Jiahe to find He Guanchang that day.

"I'm really, really sorry. I didn't do a good job filming "New Shushan Swordsman" this time, and I failed to meet the expectations of Mr. Zou and Mr. He."

Although Tsui Hark said so, He Guanchang didn't think he really thought so in his heart.

If he really felt guilty, he wouldn't come to him so quickly.

If it weren't for the fact that Jiahe is now employing people, I'm afraid He Guanchang would never give Tsui Hark any good looks.

"Victory and defeat are common matters in military affairs. Director Xu does not need to mind too much. There is no shame in losing to Mr. Lin."

If "New Shushan Swordsman" was invested by Golden Harvest, I'm afraid He Guanchang wouldn't look like this now.

Even if he loses money, it is only Bao Shaogang's fault and has nothing to do with Jiahe.

And this time "New Shushan Swordsman" received 20 million at the box office. Not only did Golden Harvest not lose money, but it also made millions from the box office.

Therefore, He Guanchang's attitude towards Tsui Hark has not changed much.

"Mr. He, actually I came here today to continue what I didn't finish last time."

"Director Xu is talking about inviting a few people to join Jiahe, right?"

He Guanchang heard Xian Zhiya's meaning, and immediately knew what Xu Hark came to see him for.

Tsui Hark immediately nodded and admitted.

"Such outstanding film talents are exactly what Golden Harvest needs. I very much welcome the three of them to join."

Originally, Zou Wenhuai and He Guanchang wanted to invite Shi Tian, ​​Zeng Zhiwei, Tsui Hark, and Shi Nansheng to Jiahe.

Even though "New Shushan Swordsman" did not do well at the box office this time, they did not change their previous ideas.

After all, these four people are all former members of New Art City, and they have never failed in the urban comedy they are best at.

Although the previous "Teppanyaki" lost to Lin Daoqiu, it really made money for Baojia Cinema.

"Mr. Zou's idea is very simple. We will set up a new film studio and Jiahe will inject capital and become the majority shareholder. In the future, all the funds needed to make movies will be provided by Jiahe."

When Zou Wenhuai first proposed this condition, Shi Tian was the first to object.

Because although this way they don't have to worry about financial pressure, on the contrary, when the movie makes money, the money they can share will be less.

Before Tsui Hark came, he had already thought that He Guanchang would bring up old matters again.

If "New Shushan Swordsman" sells well at the box office, the other party will never dare to raise this condition.

But now, they can be said to be at an absolute disadvantage and have no capital to negotiate with the other party.

"Nansun and I have no objection to this condition."

Shi Nansheng had carefully analyzed the pros and cons with Tsui Hark before coming.

If I agree now, I can negotiate terms with Zou Wenhuai after I have made a few blockbuster movies.

But if his attitude remains so tough, the chance of Zou Wenhuai giving in is almost zero.

Although Zou Wenhuai looks gentle and elegant, and seems to be easy to talk to, anyone who is familiar with Zou Wenhuai knows that he will not change his decision easily.

So what Tsui Hark and the others need now is a chance to stand up again, otherwise everything will be just empty talk.

"Thank you, Director Xu, for your understanding. If that's the case, then I'll invite Mr. Shi and Mr. Zeng to come over tomorrow and let's draw up the contract."

He Guanchang was not surprised at all when Tsui Hark agreed to Jiahe's conditions.

After all, these people have nowhere to go. Except for Jiahe, no place in Xiangjiang would dare to take them in.

It can be said that Tsui Hark's decision is the best and most correct choice for them at the moment.

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"Mr. Lin, since the movie version of "Legend of Sword and Fairy" has been filmed, why not take the opportunity to film the TV series as well."

Two rare visitors suddenly came to Lin Daoqiu's office that day.

Huang Xizhao, General Manager of ATV, and Xu Xiaoming, Director of ATV Production Department.

Their purpose in coming to Lin Daoqiu was very simple, just to get Lin Daoqiu to agree to let ATV remake "Legend of Sword and Fairy".

"You plan to make a TV series using the original cast of the movie?"

Lin Daoqiu knew at a glance that Huang Xizhao and Xu Xiaoming must be taking advantage of the popularity of the movie "Legend of Sword and Fairy" to ride on the popularity.

After all, the three protagonists are all actors from ATV. At this point, ATV is already the leader.

"Sure enough, nothing can be hidden from Mr. Lin. We do have this idea."

Huang Xizhao smiled and nodded.

"The movie version of "Legend of Sword and Fairy" cost 40 million for special effects. If it is made into a TV series, how much money do you plan to spend?"

Huang Xizhao has already asked Qiu Degen for instructions on this matter.

"The boss has already said that if Mr. Lin agrees, ATV will invest 20 million to film "The Legend of Sword and Fairy"."

If the number of episodes of "Legend of Sword and Fairy" is tentatively set to be twenty to thirty, the production cost of each episode is as high as one million.

This has broken the historical production cost of Xiangjiang TV series and raised the ceiling countless times.

"Boss Qiu is so generous. He is not afraid of losing money even if he shoots a TV series with 20 million yuan."

You have to remember that this was 1983, housing prices had not yet risen, and 20 million was definitely not a small amount of money.

"The boss also hopes to make "Legend of Sword and Fairy" into a classic, so he is willing to spend so much money."

Regarding Huang Xizhao's statement, Lin Daoqiu just smiled and did not express his own opinion.

Judging from the smile on Lin Daoqiu's face, this seems to be possible.

But just when Huang Xizhao and Xu Xiaoming thought that Lin Daoqiu would agree immediately, the other party said something that shocked them.

"If you want to make "Legend of Sword and Fairy", you can do it. The production cost will be at least 60 million."

As soon as these words came out, Huang Xizhao and Xu Xiaoming opened their eyes almost at the same time and almost stood up from their chairs.

"Sixty million? Mr. Lin is kidding, right? Can you spend so much money on a TV series?"

Xu Xiaoming simply couldn't believe that Lin Daoqiu could say such outrageous things.

"Director Xu, you have known me for so long. When did you ever see me making jokes while making a movie?"

Lin Daoqiu turned to look at Xu Xiaoming and asked him seriously.

When asked by Lin Daoqiu, Xu Xiaoming was immediately speechless, because in his knowledge, Lin Daoqiu had never joked with them when it came to filming.

"Mr. Lin, the boss will never agree to a production fee of 60 million yuan. Do you think this will work? 30 million yuan, I will go and talk to the boss again."

Huang Xizhao didn't think Qiu Degen would be willing to spend 60 million to make a movie, but if he worked hard and found a way to get him to add 10 million, it might work.