This actor needs more money

Ding Xiu watched it very seriously. This was his first time watching kung fu.

He was only a guest star in this movie, not a starring role. He was not involved in the story outline and post-production, and he did not know everything about it.

After watching it, I had a lot of laughs and Zhou Xingchi's acting skills are also very good.

Others don't know, but he knows that most of the roles are actually played by Zhou Xingchi.

Zhou Xingchi acted first, and the others followed his example.

One person has to play so many roles at the same time in the crew, and his acting skills can be imagined.

One time it would be Buck Yazhen, another time it would be Ah Gui, another time it would be the younger brother, another time it would be Brother Chen, and another time it would be a tailor. If it were someone else, he might go crazy.

That is to say, director, producer, screenwriter, and starring Zhou Xingchi can control it.

After watching the movie, Ding Xiu and Qin Lan came out of the cinema. They walked arm in arm. As they walked, Qin Lan suddenly said:

"Did you notice that the protagonist of this movie doesn't seem to have a name?"

I was attracted by the plot before and laughed. Now that I have come back to my senses, I remember that the protagonist seems to have no name.

No one called his name from beginning to end.

In Brother Chen's mouth, he calls that one, in the fat boy's mouth, he calls him boss, in the housekeeper's mouth, he calls Si Pengjie, and if the timeline goes further, when he was a child, he calls him fool.

In short, nameless.

"Not only the protagonist, but the others also have no names, they are all nicknames." Ding Xiu recalled: "Charterer, Charterer, Ghost, Tailor, Coolie Strong, Azhen, etc."

Qin Lan asked curiously: "Then you never asked Zhou Xingchi when you were on the set?"

Ding Xiu narrowed his eyes: "I'm just a soy sauce person. Why do you ask this? But I guess what the director wants to express is the appearance of all living beings."

There is no doubt that Zhou Xingchi succeeded.

No different than Westward Journey, which people complained about being incomprehensible eight years ago, this time's work is completely the culmination of Zhou Xingchi's comedies over the years.

No matter from a professional point of view or the audience's point of view, it is impeccable.

Some people say that the core of comedy is tragedy, entertaining the public by stabbing others, but this kung fu movie seems to be haunted by something while making people laugh.

A powerless, nameless boy has been kind since he was a child, inspiring and upholding justice. After spending all his money to buy martial arts secrets, he stood in front of the little girl and extended his fist to the bad guys.

Then he was beaten and peed on.

Years later, he became a gangster, earning a living by collecting protection fees, just like those who bullied him back then.

By chance, he met the girl he had protected when he was young. She held out a rainbow-colored lollipop. He was stunned for a moment as the past came to mind, and then he slapped the lollipop on the ground and took away the girl's money.

In the casino, the charterer and the charterer fought against the evil god Huoyun. At the critical moment, the kindness in his heart made him pick up the stick and swing it towards the evil.

Just like back then, he was beaten again.

It's just that this time the beating opened up the two channels of Ren and Du, allowing him to completely learn the Tathagata Divine Palm.

From good to evil, and then from evil to good, this movie seems to be telling the audience something.

Qin Lan thought for a moment and wondered: "Since it is the appearance of all living beings, what is the role of the mute woman?"

Ding Xiu shrugged: "Weak groups, the common people at the bottom. They are bullied, but they cannot speak."

"What about the protagonist?"

"The protagonist represents justice, but this justice is a bit miserable. He is defeated by evil again and again, and in the end he almost joins in the evil. However, in the casino, the protagonist was beaten into such a horrible state by the Fire Cloud Evil God. I think he died. I guess it will be later. Fantasy.”

Qin Lan shuddered.

Listening to what Ding Xiu said, why do you think this movie is a bit scary?

There are a thousand Hamlets in the eyes of a thousand readers, and Ding Xiu is just expressing his own opinion.

After Kung Fu was released, there were a lot of interpretations on the Internet, all of which were clear and logical.

While it is highly popular, the box office performance is also explosive. The movie will be released on Hong Kong Island half a month earlier than in the mainland.

It’s over halfway through its release here, and its box office results have already been released over there.

Sixty-two million box office.

You know, the population of Hong Kong Island is only five to six million. Putting aside the primary school students and the elderly in their 70s and 80s, the real audience is estimated to be only 2 to 3 million.

Calculated based on a movie ticket costing tens of yuan, a box office of 60 million means that more than 95% of the audience has bought the ticket.

This result is the highest box office in the history of the Hong Kong film industry.

Last year, the star-studded Infernal Affairs only had over 50 million viewers.

Compared with Hong Kong Island, the mainland has a larger population and a bigger market. Although the attendance rate is not that high, it cannot handle the large number of people.

It easily earned close to 200 million in box office.

The movie became popular, and so did the participating actors. Unlike Zhou Xingchi's previous style of being the dominant male protagonist, this time there are more kung fu ensemble scenes, and many of the characters are outstanding.

For example, the housewife, Huang Shengyi, who doesn't have many roles, or Brother Dachen, the boss of the Ax Gang.

As one of the most powerful characters in the world, Ding Xiu, the killer, also attracts the attention of the audience.

But many people saw him on the subtitles after the movie.

"I said the killer was a bit handsome, but it turned out to be Ding Xiu."

"Only Ding Xiu can do this smooth fighting."

"The fight between the charterer, the charterer and the Fire Cloud Evil God is too illusory and unreal, including Master Xing's."

"The Hong Family's Iron Wire Fist, Twelve-Road Tan Kick, and Wulang Bagui Gun are more exciting, and the part about the Iron Wire Fist and the Killer in the shop is also good."

"But when it comes to real kung fu, the first one to be eliminated must be Goro Hachiguigun. His kicking and spear-picking movements indicate that he is from a Peking Opera troupe. It is not very practical. His strength depends on Iron Fist and Ding Xiu. Bajiquan."

"I admit, Ding Xiu's martial arts moves are so cool to me."

This movie is called Kung Fu, and Kung Fu is naturally indispensable. More than half of the scenes are fights, and there are more than a dozen scenes.

Every single one of them is wonderful.

The scene between Ding Xiu and Zhao Zhilin in the tailor shop was also compared by netizens.

Some martial arts enthusiasts revealed Zhao Zhilin's identity as Hong Quan Grandmaster, and the discussion became more intense.

At one time, Ding Xiu received interviews from more than a dozen media outlets, all asking him which one was more powerful, Baji or Hongquan.

Of course he would not directly answer such a thing that clearly offended people. He just said: "That depends on the mood of the director and screenwriter."

After autumn, the weather gradually became colder, and middle-aged Lao Qin came to Ding Xiu's house dressed as if he had been dressed for the winter.

In the yard, Ding Xiu was practicing sword practice in the yard wearing short sleeves.

Without saying anything, Qin Gang just watched quietly with admiration.

Many people say that Ding Xiu is able to get to where he is today because of his luck and his good face.

But how did they know that Ding Xiu had been practicing martial arts for so many years, practicing whenever he had time, never stopping, and sweating countless hours.

Surrounded by beautiful women, and having nothing to worry about eating and drinking, anyone else would have stopped practicing a long time ago.

For example, in Baoqiang, the Kung Fu of Shaolin Temple has been put aside for a long time.

"call!"

After a long time, Ding Xiu finished his work and exhaled a breath of white air from his mouth.

Putting the long Miao knife on the weapon rack, Ding Xiu picked up a towel and wiped his sweat: "Are you here to live?"

"Yes." Qin Gang narrowed his eyes with a smile, his eyes were wrinkled, and raised the briefcase in his hand: "I brought all the contracts."

Ding Xiu threw away the towel and said, "Let's go inside and chat."

In his eyes, it's not a contract, it's money.

In the living room, the two sat down facing each other. Qin Gang took out the script and contract: "Lao Xizhi's new movie, House of Flying Daggers, starring Liu Dehua, you are the second male lead."

"How much is the salary?" Ding Xiu asked for money.

"Seven hundred thousand."

"Done."

Qin Gang was stunned: "Don't you want to talk to me?"

Ding Xiu took the script and said, "I know the rules."

There are two types of people who dominate the film and television drama industry: movie fans and TV fans.

Some people only accept movies, and some people only accept TV series. The positioning is different and the price is different.

Although it is not stated explicitly, it is a fact that there is a chain of contempt in the film and television industry, and those who act in movies are indeed more impressive than those who act in TV series.

Although Ding Xiu has also made movies, but not many, his main focus is still in the field of TV series. For people like him, once he gets involved in movies, his salary will be cut in half.

It is impossible for the director to pay him according to the market price of the TV series.

No matter how awesome the fish is in the pond, it will still be inferior in the sea.

Looking through the script, Ding Xiu said calmly: "Old Qin, you can do it. Baoqiang's side just made a second male lead. You just gave me a second one here. Are you afraid that I will run away?"

Bao Qiang left the company just to be able to film with Liu Tianwang.

Although he said he didn't care, Lao Qin secretly cried to death, and his hair turned a few gray.

"I dare not claim this credit. Zhang Yimou personally named you this time. It has nothing to do with me."

Zhang Yimou does not have an agency. A director like him may not make a movie for several years. If his artists depend on him for food, they will starve to death sooner or later.

Moreover, he does not need the help of artists to make money. The investment is high, the risk is high, it takes effort, and it is not cost-effective.

Generally, directors sign contracts with film and television companies and work for others. The more outstanding ones cooperate with film and television companies, and the two parties have an equal relationship.

Zhang Yimou is a top director, and he is always followed by a bunch of investors. He contributes his talent, and the investors contribute money, and he adopts a box office sharing model.

He also has great power on the set, and he has the final say in everything.

The investors only need to provide money and nothing else. When the movie is released, they will just collect the money.

Since he doesn't have a talent agency, Zhang Yimou selects his actors from the market. Needless to say, he must find a male and female lead who can support the box office.

The second male lead and second female lead can be almost equal, but they must also be popular and fit the character's character, and don't overpower the lead male lead.

Ding Xiu had worked with Zhang Yi on Heroes, and he had a good impression of him. In addition, he was a good match in many aspects, so he brought him over.

When Ding Xiu was signing the contract, Qin Gang rested his elbows on his knees and asked casually: "How do you plan to spend seven hundred thousand?"

Ding Xiu didn't even think about it: "Change to a convertible sports car."

“Where’s the original Audi A6?”

"To Xiaolan."

Qin Gang bared his teeth.

This guy is really willing to spend money to pick up girls.

"I have an idea, do you want to hear it?"

"As long as it's not a loan, I'll listen to anything."

Qin Gang remained silent.

Ding Xiu: "..."

"Fuck, are you really borrowing money?"

"Ahem." Qin Gang cleared his throat: "Then let me put it another way, is cooperation okay?"

Ding Xiu: "Whoring for free?"

"Don't say it so harshly, I haven't finished speaking yet."

"Okay, okay, you say."

Qin Gang sat upright and said seriously: "To be honest, Bao Qiang's departure was a big blow to me, but I don't blame him, I blame myself for not having the ability."

He glanced at Ding Xiu and asked: "With your conditions, you should have played the male lead a long time ago. Why can't you do it?"

Ding Xiu crossed his legs and said relaxedly: "It's too late for other producers to praise themselves, so how can I have nothing to do with it."

In the early years, the environment in the film and television industry was pretty good, with film and television companies and investors serving directors.

Directors also select actors from the market, choosing whoever is more popular and fits the character better.

Nowadays, film and television are booming, with small investment and big gains. It is an industry with huge profits. Capital has begun to intervene. They set up film and television companies, sign contracts with directors and artists, and set up stoves to cook and eat for themselves.

The film and television company takes out the script, injects funds, attracts a group of investors, and then pushes their own artists to occupy the main roles.

It doesn't matter if the artist is not popular, just find a few popular artists from the market to play with.

It is very difficult for outsiders to play the leading role.

This approach is understandable, in line with the market environment, and is human nature. If you ask yourself, if Ding Xiu makes a movie one day, he will definitely give priority to Gao Yuanyuan and Qin Lan.

Of course, businessmen pursue profits. If you are very popular, people will be willing to ask you to be the male lead.

For example, Liu Dehua, who has endless roles as male lead.

The problem is that Ding Xiu is not Liu Dehua. He is not popular enough that people are willing to ask him to be the male lead and rely on him to make a living.

"Yes, the producers only praise their artists." Qin Gang sighed: "No surprise, in the next two to three years, your peak will be almost the second male lead."

"This is still a best-case scenario."

he added.

"I have been thinking about it for a long time these days. There is only one way to break this situation, and that is for us to have a say in the crew."

Ding Xiu's face changed slightly, then he snorted: "You said it lightly."

"Nothing in the world is difficult except for those who are willing." Qin Gang crossed his fingers and said solemnly: "I have some money on hand, and you also have money on hand. If we invest in a movie together, won't we be the masters of our own business?"

Ding Xiu's eyes lit up and he said excitedly: "Okay, Lao Qin, we shouldn't have told you this before. If it's a drama invested by the company, then we can't just play whatever role we want."

Qin Gang smiled, he thought so too.

This is also the only way to promote Ding Xiu as the male lead in the short term.

In excitement, Ding Xiu asked: "How much money do you have now?"

After pondering for a few seconds, Qin Gang said: "There are still three million."

More than half of this money comes from mortgages on houses and cars, plus years of savings, and I can borrow some from friends.

Ding Xiu rolled his eyes and raised his middle finger at him.

A normal-level TV series with 40 episodes on the market would cost around 8 million yuan for less. This is an urban drama, which does not need to be set up and is shot on ready-made streets.

If a costume drama requires setting up scenes and renting a venue, the cost of costume drama will increase, and it cannot be completed without an additional three to five million.

If two more well-known stars are hired in the play, the cost will be another two to three million.

A rough calculation shows that fifteen million is enough.

Qin Gang wanted to buy the leading actor for only three million, which was simply a dream.

Qin Gang did not feel discouraged, but said seriously: "I have three million, and you must have more than two million. Don't deny it. I know very well how much you have. Add in the 700,000 ambush from all sides, and we have six hundred thousand." It’s over one million. I’ll do more business shows later and it won’t be a problem to raise seven million.”

"Xiaolan definitely has five to six million yuan. If you borrow several hundred thousand more from Gao Yuanyuan, wouldn't it be eight million?"

"Besides, you are the leading male lead. If you appear with zero pay, how can you convert it into one million resource shares? That's nine million."

As he said that, Qin Gang looked up at the roof: "How much did you buy this house for?"

Ding Xiu sighed: "Old Qin, you should be grateful that this is a harmonious society. Really, if someone had said these words to me earlier, the grass on the grave would have been several meters high."

I really don’t want to be an actor