Rebirth of Xiangjiang Hidden Behind the Scenes

Chapter 43 An unexpected person

"Ding! Congratulations to the host's signed singer Ye Qianwen for her success. The reward songs are "Zero Hour Ten", "Evening Breeze", and "Sweet Words"."

"Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully signing singer Wang Jie. The reward songs are "What I Want in Life", "Treasure", and "Impossible"."

Among the 6 songs rewarded by the system, Su Cheng was only familiar with "Sweet Words" and "What I Want in Life". After all, these two songs were often covered in later generations.

After understanding the information, he realized how great those songs were. They were all golden songs that could win awards!

However, at this moment, a person who surprised him came to his door. As soon as they met, he held his hand tightly and said excitedly: "Mr. Su, I have long admired your name!"

Before Su Cheng could react, the system also came out to show off.

"Ding! Found a B-level talent!"

【All-round entertainment system scan:】

Name: Shu Qi

Age: 24 years old

Acting: 62

Singing:71

Dance:49

Director:87

Screenwriter:85

…

"Ding! System mission released: Successfully signed director Shu Qi. Reward a movie."

As for this person's name, Su Cheng knew it in his previous life. He was the founder of the Hong Kong Film Awards and the editor-in-chief of "Film Fortnightly". When he met Wang Jing, he had inquired about him, and finally got it from Sammo Hung.

As you know, although he currently works as a newspaper screenwriter, he is also an assistant director and film screenwriter under Golden Harvest. He also works part-time as a film critic.

Talent is beyond words!

Logically speaking, he had nothing to do with this person, so how could he come to the door in person? Could it be that Zou Wenhuai sent him here to find trouble?

After the two of them sat down, Shu Qi explained the purpose of her visit: "Mr. Su, I wonder what you think of Hong Kong movies?"

Aren't you looking for trouble? Su Cheng was slightly startled, then smiled and said, "What else can you say? It's developing rapidly!"

"I think so too. It's a pity that there is no formal organization in Hong Kong to rectify the name of the movie! If there are professional review organizations in the Bay Islands, how can we in Hong Kong lag behind others?"

Hearing this, how could Su Cheng not understand the implication? This is preparing to establish the Academy Awards! Much earlier than in the previous life!

Pretending to be confused, Su Cheng asked, "What does Mr. Shu mean?"

Shu Qi said bluntly: "I think Hong Kong can't just have Film Weekly, it must also have its own Oscar. I wonder if Mr. Su is willing to sponsor it?"

After saying that, he also took out a document for Su Cheng to read. This was premeditated!

After flipping through it casually, Su Cheng could see that many of the ideas here were too hasty. Although the plan was huge, unfortunately, both the ideas of Shu Qi and others, and the future direction of the Academy Awards, were generally in the direction of

In terms of "localization", it is far different from Hollywood's "Oscar".

Although Oscar also has serious "racial views", the direction has not gone astray. It still gives people hope.

What's more, Shu Qi's plan was too idealistic and had no practical actions. No wonder the first Academy Awards were so shabby. It was all caused by lack of money and vision. It was just an idea.

After watching it for half an hour, Su Chengcai put down what he was holding and said leisurely: "I personally agree with Mr. Shu's idea, but I dare to ask, does Mr. Shu want to set up something similar to the 'Oscars'?"

Is it a general film award, or is it a film award unique to Hong Kong?"

"This..." Shu Qi was stunned for a moment. After a while, he said: "The 'Oscar' of the East."

Hearing this, Su Cheng said: "The plan of Mr. Shu should be eliminated."

Seeing the slight change in Shu Qi's face, Su Cheng said calmly: "In my opinion, Hollywood's 'Oscars' have already been established, and there is no need to create another one. In addition, the three major international film festivals in Europe have also been established, each with its own characteristics.

.Even if you want to run it well, you must find the core of setting up awards."

After a pause, Su Cheng continued: "If we want to set up a film award in Hong Kong, the first thing we need to do is to abandon the shackles of genre films and focus solely on works and acting skills. Whether it is Oscars, European Film Festivals, or even the Bay Area Film Awards,

The Golden Horse Awards have always been dominated by literary and artistic films. But as a film critic, Mr. Shu himself also knows that martial arts films, action films, comedies, ghost films, and even gun battle films, war films, salty and wet films, etc.

They all have their merits. The actors and even the actors behind the scenes are not idlers at all. In this case, why not generalize?"

"But if this is the case, wouldn't it be a big criticism?" Shu Qi said in surprise.

"The greater the criticism, the greater the attention, which will lead to greater influence!" Su Chengyan said: "Isn't this what Mr. Shu wants?"

"Uh..." Shu Qi was silent.

Su Cheng continued: "Currently, the most famous film festivals in the world are all in Europe. In a short period of time, newborns will not be able to get a seat. Putting this aside, let's first create an award that is influential in Southeast Asia.

According to the 'Oscar' model, Chinese films are the main core, supplemented by other foreign language films with Chinese subtitles. Among them, for each award setting, the proportion of foreign language films shall not exceed 30%. For example: Best Actor Award nominations, a total of

5 people are selected. Male artists selected from foreign language films can only be selected at most 1 person. However, under the best picture, a few consolation prizes can be set to show your appreciation."

Glancing at Shu Qi who was deep in thought, Su Cheng said to himself: "Since this is the 'Oscar', most of the awards must be set up at once. For example, Best Newcomer, Best Supporting Actor, Best Actor,

Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Costume Design, Best Editing, Best Movie Theme Song, Best Action Direction, Best Director, Best Picture, etc.”

While talking, Su Cheng also recorded all the relevant awards that he could think of from his desk. Among them, for the best newcomer, in order to attract more people to participate, the best award was designed.

Newcomers (male, female) are the 2 award-winning artists.

In addition, regarding the nominations, in terms of Best Newcomer, there are three male artists and three female artists. For other categories such as Best Supporting Actor, Best Actor, Best Screenplay, etc., all five people were selected.

In this way, tension and anticipation are born. More artists will participate in the future.

Furthermore, Su Cheng sternly disagrees with the emergence of "double yolk eggs". No matter how outstanding it is, only one person can win an award in one session. This is the real authority!

As for the best screenplay award, it needs to be designed as the best original screenplay and best adapted screenplay awards.

To differentiate and add awards is to expand influence.

Also, those are the awards for best visual effects, best art direction, and best soundtrack that many people don’t care about. Su Chengdu won them. As for whether animated films will be added in the future,

We'll talk about it then.

In addition to the core awards, there are also the Best New Director Award, Best Achievement Award, Best Contribution Award, Best Professional Award, Personal Lifetime Achievement Award, etc.

Awards should not be too dry. You need a humorous host and guest performers during the break. Of course, all of them need professional singers. This is formal!

After talking about the big frame of the award, Su Cheng asked: "Mr. Shu, once the plan is completed, how do you plan to publicize the establishment of the award?"

""Movie Biweekly"?" Shu Qi said in a daze.

Shaking his head, Su Cheng said: "Just like how I promoted the movie premiere, advertise directly on the TV station. When the time comes, the award ceremony can also be broadcast live on the TV station to let more people know about this grand ceremony."

"But, Mr. Su, this..." Although Shu Qi was being turned around by Su Cheng at this moment, he came to Su Cheng today because he had an idea but no money to do it!

Waving his hand, Su Cheng said: "This is very simple. When the time comes, the TV station will directly sponsor it without spending any money."

Without instilling Shu Qi's know-how, Su Cheng was thinking about the trophy again, and said solemnly: "TVB has selected a Hong Kong sister. It can be seen that beauties are deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. My idea is to design the trophy with the portrait of a beautiful artist."

Su Chengcheng then put forward his plan to use auctions to finance the cost of the awards. All of them could only be auctioned secretly. They were rotated every 3 years. The trophies were selected from the company's artists who had works in that year. For example: the first session was held in 1980.

, Tengyue Entertainment Company invested 5 million Hong Kong dollars in funding. Select the artist: Anita Mui. In this way, regardless of whether Anita Mui wins or not, all the trophies this year will have her golden statue.

Isn’t it just that he has become an “artist star”?

And in the third edition, three more female artists will be introduced!

Naturally, the first time requires a secret shoot, and for the next two sessions, it only requires a 10% annual increase in investment. Compared with promoting the reputation of one's own company and artists, it can be said to be a huge profit.

In order to avoid malicious operations by companies, during the three-year election, the previous entertainment company cannot participate. Everyone has to share the soup!

Shu Qi, whose mouth was opened wide by what Su Cheng said, did not say a word for a long time. She thought to herself: Is it the right time to come today, or should I not come?

After Shu Qi was convinced, the two began to perfect their plan one by one.

At this time, Su Cheng suddenly said: "Mr. Shu, our Tengyue Entertainment Company wants to be the first sponsor."

After hesitating for a long time, Shu Qi compromised and said, "No problem! After all, Mr. Su has contributed a lot here."

Nodding, Su Cheng added: "Since we are going to hold an award, why not start it this year? Just treat it as a way to welcome the new era?"

These words made Shu Qi start to frown. Although there is a plan, money, and platform, the judges have not been decided yet? Wouldn't it be too hasty to hold it like this?

Seemingly aware of Shu Qi's concerns, Su Cheng said: "According to our plan, the event will be held on April 1st of each year. The first one could be from January 1st to March 31st in 1980.

Wait until the second session, from April 1st to December 31st. In this case, we should do a rehearsal in advance. As for the awarding time of the first session, I think July or August will be just right."

"I still need to find someone to discuss such a big matter." In the end, Shu Qi did not agree. However, Su Cheng knew that the chance of agreeing was very high.

First of all, Shu Qi did not go to Zou Wenhuai, but came to Tengyue Entertainment Company to find him. It can be seen that he has encountered many obstacles and is unwilling to miss this opportunity. Furthermore, "Movie Biweekly" is not just a show, it has its own

With authority, many things can be done with twice the result with half the effort!

After all, this is just the first session to test the waters.

Later, according to Su Cheng's wishes, with the cooperation of film critics, reporters, professional directors, actors, screenwriters, photographers, etc., a more "fair and authoritative" winner will be selected!

(End of chapter)