Chapter 829 Nameless and Miracle
In early June, with the last shot completed, [Changjin Lake] was finally completed after half a year.
“You really don’t want to come over and play [Chengfeng] with me?”
At the closing banquet in the evening, Wu Jing mentioned his new movie again.
"No way, the schedule doesn't allow it!
[Noon Sunshine] They are still waiting for me to join the group. Hou Hongliang agreed to it very early.
[As I wish] I have authorized it to you. When I have time, I will help you record a version of the OST."
Wu Jing looked regretful and nodded.
"I received this drama too late, and there was nothing I could do about it."
Gu Wei smiled and joked: "I had already played your son in [The Wandering Earth]. I finally changed my role to your brother in [Changjin Lake], but when I was asked to play the son again, I lost my seniority."
"Haha, that's right!" Wu Jing also laughed.
The two were chatting when Yu Dong came over with a wine glass.
"The filming of [Changjin Lake] was not easy. It took a long time and the conditions were difficult. The smooth completion of the filming is all thanks to the support of the two of you. I would like to toast both of you and express my gratitude!"
After he finished speaking, Gu Wei and Wu Jing quickly picked up their wine glasses.
"Dong Yu is so polite. Since I accepted the film, of course I have to finish it well. Besides, Brother Jing and I also invested money respectively, so we must work hard on the film."
"Gu Wei is right, there is nothing hard about filming. This is just our normal job"
Yu Dong shook his head: "It's not just acting.
The filming team of our film is unprecedentedly large, with three directors alone, several film crews, and thousands of staff.
While acting, the two also did a lot of extra work, helping to communicate with the director, actors and crew, and playing a coordinating and lubricating role when different crews were filming.
Director Lin often told me that Gu Wei and Wu Jing were half directors in the crew, and it was much easier to shoot with them"
After he finished speaking, Gu Wei and Wu Jing looked at each other. For a moment, they couldn't tell what Yu Dong meant. Did they think they were interfering too much?
Yu Dong reacted when he saw the awkward situation, and explained with a smile: "I mean it.
[Changjin Lake] was not easy to shoot. From the very beginning, I determined that the two people were the absolute center.
Now that it has been successfully completed, I feel relieved.
The next step is to see what the film will do after it is released.
But with two of you here, this shouldn’t be a problem! ”
Hearing this, Gu Wei and Wu Jing also smiled modestly.
"Dr. Yu, when will our movie be released?" Gu Wei asked.
Yu Dong thought for a while: "The entire series will be edited into two parts. The upper part [Changjin Lake] is scheduled to be released during the National Day holiday this year. If there are no surprises, the lower part will be released during the Spring Festival next year."
Gu Wei turned to look at Wu Jing: "Your movie [My Fathers and Me] should also be scheduled for National Day, right?"
"Yes, it's a gift film. The schedule was set at the beginning of the preparation, and it must be the most appropriate time for the National Day."
"Then you'll have to beat yourself up then," Gu Wei said with a smile.
"There's nothing we can do about it.
But now is not the time to think about this. There are still four months until the National Day, and the filming time for [Fathers] is quite tight.”
Gu Wei consoled him: "It's okay. This kind of platter movie is relatively easy to shoot. I only started shooting last year's [My Hometown and Me] in May, and it was completed in less than a month."
"Hopefully"
The atmosphere at the wrap-up party was very good. After half a year of exhausting filming, everyone was in a very good mood.
After several rounds of toasts, Yu Dong found Gu Wei alone again.
"Mr. Gu, I have a new movie here. It is a suspenseful drama with the theme of the Anti-Japanese War. I wonder if you are interested?"
Seeing Gu Wei's interested expression, he continued.
"Director Cheng Er directs it, and it is also a two-male protagonist setting. The story is quite exciting. Mr. Gu will definitely like it after reading it!"
Speaking of which, Gu Wei also knew which movie Yu Dong was talking about.
"Before the end of the year, I can hardly find time to film other movies.
Wu Jing told me twice that he wanted me to join his crew to film [Chengfeng], but I couldn't spare the time." Gu Wei said with regret.
Yu Dong also knew that Gu Wei's schedule was tight, but he did not give up easily.
"I'll have someone send the script over tomorrow. Mr. Gu, please read the script first, and then we'll make a decision."
Gu Wei smiled and nodded.
The next day, on the private plane flying to the capital, Gu Wei drank coffee and read the script that Yu Dong had sent over.
As he expected, the suspense drama about the Anti-Japanese War that the other party mentioned was [Unnamed].
I probably flipped through it once and put the script on the table.
"I'll contact Bona later and tell them that my schedule is not suitable and I can't take on the movie."
The agent Yang Dan standing aside looked at the script on the table and nodded in agreement.
Gu Wei thought for a while and suddenly waved his hand.
"Forget it, you don't have to worry about this.
I’ll give Yu Dong a call later”
Yang Dan was a little confused, but still nodded in agreement.
Gu Wei had no interest in [Nameless]. To him, this movie seemed like a piece of cake. It was said to have two male protagonists, but the role of "Director He" was obviously more outstanding.
He also has little interest in cooperating with Tony Leung.
But "Untitled" is a hit movie after all, and the role of "Mr. Ye" in it is very suitable for a young male star.
Gu Wei personally called Yu Dong because he wanted to recommend Xiao Zhan and Zeng Shunxi from his company. These two people have become the top men of the new generation since "Chen Qing Ling". However, although they are very popular, they still lack works. Anonymous] is a great opportunity.
Both of their popular acting skills are no worse than those of Wang Yibo from Original Time and Space, so it is not difficult to play the role of "Mr. Ye".
"Boss, the Magnolia Organizing Committee has sent an invitation. Do we want to attend this year's awards ceremony?" Yang Dan asked.
"I won't participate anymore. It's not interesting to see others win awards even if I'm nominated. I'm quite busy at this time."
In the past two years, Gu Wei's output in TV series has decreased significantly.
Last year, only one episode, "Celebrating More Than Years," was aired.
Of course, this drama has become the king of dramas in 2020, and is undoubtedly the most popular one.
And "Qing Yu Nian" was already shortlisted for last year's Magnolia Award, but failed to win the award in the end, so naturally it won't be shortlisted again this year.
"By the way, has [Qing Yu Nian 2] been scheduled for CCTV 8 and Tengxun Video?"
A month ago, the copyright deal for the second part of the popular TV series "Qing Yu Nian" was finalized.
According to the instructions of the guardian, the TV station continued to cooperate with Yangba. As for the online platform, Tengxun offered a sky-high price that could not be refused, leaving iQiyi, which it had cooperated with, to buy the online exclusive broadcast of "Qing Yu Nian 2" right.
"There is no official announcement yet, but I heard that Yangba and Tengxun plan to release [Qing Yu Nian 2] during the summer season in early August."
"Early August?" Gu Wei thought of something.
"When will this year's Tokyo Olympics open?"
"July 23, lasting 15 days, closing on August 8."
"Tsk, tsk, this is for [Qing Yu Nian 2] to compete in the Olympics. Are you so confident in this drama?"
Yang Dan thought for a while: "Boss, the popularity of this year's Tokyo Olympics is not too high, and [Qing Yu Nian 2] should be broadcast in the few days near the end of the Olympics, so it shouldn't have much impact."
Gu Wei nodded.
After working on "Changjin Lake" for half a year, Gu Wei had a good rest for two days after returning to the capital after the film was completed. However, he still had to deal with the company's affairs. In the office, Gu Wei and Wen Mu also drank tea and chatted.
“Guo Fan’s [The Wandering Earth 2] is basically in preparation, and we’re just waiting for Wu Jing to have enough time to join the team and then we can officially start filming.
Rao Xiaozhi's [Ten Thousand Miles Homeward Bound] is also ready, and Lu Yang is helping him as the producer.
A while ago we were having dinner together and he complained to me. Even though you, boss, said you should consider the next step, you let him go in the end."
Gu Wei picked up the ceramic teacup in front of him and blew on it gently.
The soup in the cup is golden in color, and along with the steam wafting out, a refreshing aroma of tea penetrates into the nose, making people feel refreshed.
After taking a sip, Gu Wei said slowly and leisurely: "I didn't let Dao Rao do it. I didn't say I would take on [Ten Thousand Miles Homeward Bound] at the beginning. He also knew that my schedule was very full.
After reading the script, I felt that neither the first secretary "Zong Dawei" nor the young attaché "Cheng Lang" was suitable for me.
In this case, it is better to find other more suitable actors.
Although I didn't act, I recommended Zhang Songwen and Zeng Shunxi to him.
One of them has acting skills and the other has traffic, and their age and image are suitable for these two roles.”
Wen Mu also smiled: "I understand Rao Xiaozhi, he still has no confidence in himself.
The investment in [Ten Thousand Miles Homeward Bound] is not small. With the boss, you don’t have to worry about box office issues.
After all, he doesn’t trust others.”
"I know, but I'm just one person, and I don't know the magic of splitting up. I can't finish all the good movies even if I work in groups all year round.
Just like Guo Fan's "The Wandering Earth 2", why can't it start filming? Isn't it because I'm waiting for Wu Jing?
We had just finished shooting "Changjin Lake", and he had a project to shoot, which he directed and acted in.
Only after finishing that movie can I have time to join the crew of [The Wandering Earth 2].”
"[My parents and I], right?"
Wen Mu is also no stranger to this series of movies. In the first film "My Motherland and Me", he served as the director of the "Convoy" unit.
"Yes, the third part of this series this year is directed by Wu Jing, Xu Zheng, Zhang Ziyi, and Shen Teng.
Originally, China Film Group wanted to hire me to continue filming a unit, but I refused.”
Wen Mu also nodded.
"Wu Jing and Xu Zheng should have no problem. They are both experienced in directing.
This is Zhang Ziyi and Shen Teng’s first time directing, right? Is it possible? ”
"Behind Shen Teng is Happy Mahua's team. If he can't do it, there will be Yan Fei Da Mo and his gang.
As for Zhang Ziyi, as far as I know she asked Xu Yuezhen for help and used the filming team of "Young You". As long as she doesn't mess around, there shouldn't be any big problems."
The two chatted for a while, and Wen Mu finally revealed the serious reason why he came to see Gu Wei today.
"After [Zhou Chu Eliminates Three Evils], I took a break for more than half a year, but I didn't stay idle during this period. I found two screenwriters and worked together to come up with a new script.
After two revisions, I feel it is quite complete, so I just brought it over for you to take a look at today.”
Gu Wei put down the tea cup in his hand and curiously took the script that Wen Mu also handed over.
There are only two big words on the white cover - [Miracle].
Open the script and skim it over.
The content of the story in the script is not complicated. It roughly tells the story of a 20-year-old boy, Jing Hao, who, in order to let his sister Jing Tong live a better life, teams up with a group of ordinary people to start a business and pursue happiness together.
The design of the story structure is very similar to "I'm Not the God of Medicine".
The protagonist's motivation for starting a business is set to treat his sister's illness, and everything he does is to save his sister's life.
Then there are the same supporting cast of five men and one woman as in "I'm Not the God of Medicine", representing workers in different living conditions. They gather around the protagonist, form a team to overcome obstacles, and finally create a miracle amidst laughter and tears.
“It’s a very good book, and the content is not too complicated to shoot.
I will explain to Mr. Zhao later that the filming of this drama can be started in the second half of the year.
If you have any questions or difficulties, you can come to him”
After Gu Wei finished speaking, he understood Wen Mu's half-smiling expression and waved his hand quickly.
"I can't, I really don't have time.
The most important reason why I didn't participate in Rao Xiaozhi's "Ten Thousand Miles Homeward Bound" was that there was no schedule.
In the second half of the year, in addition to the company’s TV series, I will also take on a Hollywood drama, which will be my most important project in the near future.”
Wen Mu was also surprised when he heard this.
"Are you going to Hollywood to film?
How come there is no news about such a big thing? ”
Gu Wei shook his head.
"Instead of going to Hollywood to film, I was approached by a Hollywood movie produced by [Lionsgate Pictures]. Later, after negotiation, it was simply made into a Sino-US co-production.
There is nothing to keep secret, and there is no news just because the matter has just been finalized, and the company has just signed a contract with [Lions Gate Pictures].
There will probably be news reports after a while”
"What movie?" Wen Mu also asked curiously.
"Keanu Reeves' "Quick Chase" series has reached its fourth installment."
"Boss, are you going to act as Keanu Reeves?"
Gu Wei shook his head: "The script was changed to have two male protagonists like [Men in Black].
You know that with my personality, I will not accept even a supporting role in a Hollywood movie.”
Wen Mu also nodded. He was not surprised why Gu Wei was on an equal footing with Keanu Reeves.
Although his boss may not be as famous as Keanu Reeves globally, in terms of box office performance and appeal, Gu Wei definitely beats him.
Moreover, [Lionsgate] plans to cooperate simply because it wants the Chinese market. In this case, it is normal to offer a starring role to please the Chinese audience.
"I remember that the first three parts of the [John Wick] series were not released in China. We have to pay attention to this for the fourth part as well." Wen Mu also reminded.
"Don't worry, the script of the fourth part has been revised by the company, and some too bloody scenes have been avoided.
Moreover, the nature of the movie has changed since it became a Sino-US co-production, so domestic release is not a problem."
"Since you, boss, can't participate in the show, please recommend me a leading actor.
Who do you think is more suitable to play "Jing Hao"? ”
Gu Wei thought for a while.
"How about Peng Yuchang?
He played Huang Mao in "The God of Medicine". You know best how his acting skills are.
Moreover, he has a youthful spirit and some sense of humor, which I feel is more suitable for the style of [Miracle]"
"Peng Yuchang."
Wen Mu also thought for a while.
"I'll try him out first to see how he performs. If there's no problem, I'll book him!"
Gu Wei smiled, picked up the script again, thought about it and said:
"The title of your movie is a bit too big and empty, and the audience may not understand it at first glance.
Let me add a few words for you to make the name more down-to-earth. It’s called Miracle Stupid Kid! ”
"Miracle, stupid kid?" Wen Mu also muttered several times and nodded slowly.
“The name is very good and really down to earth.”
Gu Wei smiled and said: "I will invite Hua Zai to sing the ost later, and I will use his song [Stupid Child]."
(End of chapter)