World-class directors in the entertainment industry

The more I think about it, the more headache I feel.

Zhou Xingxing took off his glasses, leaned on the sofa, and rubbed his forehead.

He may not be particularly old, but he has many physical ailments, so he has already worn reading glasses.

"Wenzi, what do you think we should do?"

Interpersonal relationships are his own shortcomings. Zhou Xingxing knows that many people, including fellow veteran actors who have worked with him, have complained about him, and some have fallen out with him, calling him stingy and stingy.

However, Zhou Xingxing has his own code of conduct in life, so he doesn't explain it and just accepts it.

At this time, Zhou Xingxing felt a headache when he encountered this kind of human thing, so he simply asked Tian Qiwen, his manager who had been with him for many years, what he thought.

"Xingzi, I think no matter what the outcome is, it's still okay to meet."

Tian Qiwen pushed up his glasses on the bridge of his nose, thought for a moment and gave his opinion:

"Director Qin Dong and Qin are, after all, the most popular director in the mainland. Moreover, his directorial career has already gone beyond the country. His path is actually further than all directors at this stage."

"Xingzi, actually, although I don't know Qin Dong well, I can see that he must be valued by the higher-ups."

"I think that even if we can't be on good terms, there's no need to be on bad terms."

"Since she has laid out her steps and has a good attitude, we have to accept her anyway. Even if we can't come to an agreement, meeting her is still a necessary favor."

Knowing what kind of character Zhou Xingxing is, as an old man who has followed him for many years, Tian Qiwen speaks very straightforwardly, and is afraid that Zhou Xingxing will not understand.

It was also difficult for him.

"...Okay, Wenzi, you are right."

Zhou Xingxing, who was rubbing his forehead with his eyes closed, thought about Tian Qiwen's words carefully, then reluctantly opened his eyes and agreed:

"Should we go to Kyoto, or should he come to Hong Kong Island?"

Tian Qiwen hesitated after hearing this:

"I haven't asked this yet, I'll tell you later."

...

Kyoto Film and Television Base.

"Chairman, we agreed to meet each other. What time do you think is more convenient? Should we go to Hong Kong Island, or..."

After Xu Li whispered on the phone in the corner, she came to Qin Dong.

She glanced at Mimi, who was sleeping soundly on Qin Dong's lap, and consciously lowered her voice to report to Qin Dong.

Qin Dong leaned on the sofa, half-squinting and stroking the hair of the woman on his lap. At this time, he opened his eyes after hearing this and thought for a moment:

"Tell the other person, if it's not urgent, wait a week."

"In one week, the filming of my movie here will be completed. Then I will go to Hong Kong Island to meet Director Zhou."

Although in terms of fame, Qin Dong's fame in the world at this time is higher than that of Zhou Xingxing.

But this person is really Qin Dong's childhood idol, and he is also old, and he is a senior in the industry. What's more, Qin Dong has requests from others, so he naturally knows how to do it well.

"good."

Xu Li didn't say much, after all, it's not good to disturb people's sleep.

He walked aside and said a few words, then hung up the phone and came back and nodded to Qin Dong, indicating that it was okay.

Qin Dong understood and waved his hand.

Xu Li walked out sensibly and closed the door gently.

...

Hong Kong Island

A villa halfway up the mountain.

"Xingzi, Director Qin's people said that Director Qin's new movie will be finished shooting in about a week, and he will come to Hong Kong Island to meet you in person."

After Tian Qiwen answered the phone again, he came to the living room from outside and reported to Zhou Xingxing.

"Wenzai, I understand. Please remind me when the time comes and help me arrange everything in advance."

Zhou Xingxing didn't expect Qin Dong to be so generous.

These days it is popular in the entertainment industry for new people to replace old ones.

The older generation of artists will automatically give way to the new generation of artists.

This is not a stick country, where seniority matters.

The coffee position is still the most important here.

There are no coffee seats. No matter how old you are or how long you have been in the industry, when you really need a seat, you have to stand in the back or in the corner.

"Okay, Xingzi."

Tian Qiwen knew Zhou Xingxing's character. This matter was not what Zhou Xingxing was good at, so he, as an agent, would definitely need to arrange it himself.

Otherwise, relying on Zhou Xingxing, there is a high probability that the visitor will feel neglected, and what was originally a good thing may turn into a bad thing.

"Wenzi, how should I refuse Director Qin when you talk about it?"

When Zhou Xingxing thought of the excuse, he felt embarrassed and had to ask his agent for advice.

"Xingzi, why do you refuse?"

Seeing that Zhou Xingxing still wanted to talk, Tian Qiwen sat down and asked.

"The Xu Wenfeng you mentioned before is an artist from Director Qin's company. He wants to be the protagonist, and for this role, you also know that Li Jie has..."

Zhou Xingxing didn't understand why Tian Qiwen asked this, because his agent knew everything about this.

"Xingzi, Li Jie had a favor with you before. I know that if Director Qin hadn't been there, I would have approved of you returning it this time."

Tian Qiwen pushed up his glasses. He had to speak straightforwardly to this employer:

"But Director Qin has such a low profile and is willing to take over everything, which saves you a lot of trouble."

"Director Qin is also a director, so he said he would not interfere with the crew. I think this is most likely true. Every director knows that the most annoying thing is for others to interfere with the crew."

"As for the person Li Jie recommended, Xing Zai, I have to say that this person named Yiyi Jian cannot be compared with Xu Wenfeng."

"Even if we compare the acting skills, there is not much difference between the two, and maybe even not as good as Xu Wenfeng's acting skills."

"Furthermore, Xu Wenfeng is a standard movie star and is even more famous. Coupled with the bonus from Director Qin's company, this will definitely help the box office of our new movie."

"Xingzi, think about who owns the world in the Mainland. Director Qin is now at the top of his game in the Mainland."

"With his company joining our new movie, do we still have to worry about the box office?"

"Nowadays, Hong Kong's film and television industry has declined, and our box office is already far behind that of the mainland. The two are far from the same level."

Zhou Xingxing listened carefully to what his agent said.

His temper is sometimes a bit eccentric, and it is difficult for others to change the things he believes in.

Therefore, many artists who have worked with him now come out to criticize him, bite him, and scold him. Zhou Xingxing remains unmoved, and has never complained back. He has not even accepted interviews or made excuses. It is as if this incident has never happened.

.

"Wenzi, I promised Li Jie..."

"Xingzi..."

Tian Qiwen didn't wait for Zhou Xingxing to finish speaking, and waved his hand to interrupt Zhou Xingxing's next words:

"Favors can be repaid. If you don't have a protagonist, you can be a supporting character. Many stars want to join your movie. The supporting role is also a big favor. It's enough to repay it. The favor is not big in the first place."

"If you feel dissatisfied, then in the future, you will still be young. Although you do not plan to be an actor, you are still old enough to be a director and film for decades."

"Let's wait for the people recommended by Li Jie to star in future movies."

Zhou Xingxing was not angry when he was interrupted by his manager. He had an indifferent attitude towards these things.

After hearing this, he thought for a while:

"Then we'll talk about it after meeting Director Qin."

Tian Qiwen also knew Zhou Xingxing's temper, and he didn't intend to persuade him all at once:

"That's okay, Xingzi. Anyway, whether it's for the company or the box office of the new movie, I think this is an opportunity."

"With the development of today's times, if our Hong Kong film and television industry wants to get ahead, it must be inseparable from the mainland."

"It's such a huge market. Look at Director Qin. Several of his movies have already grossed more than 1 billion in box office. Even if it were converted into U.S. dollars, it would still be 200 million U.S. dollars. This is just the mainland market, not counting the box office in other places.

"

"How many of us in Hong Kong Island can match this kind of box office?"

Zhou Xingxing listened silently, and he knew what he said was right.

It's just a bit difficult to agree to Li Jie's promise first.