Chapter 201 The Sun Also Rises
In the first half of May, Chen Linfeng has been busy with crew preparations.
The drama "Star You" does not have many locations, so the location crew quickly found a suitable location.
The more troublesome part is the placement of props and advertisements. There are too many brands that want to cooperate.
The popularity of Chen Linfeng and Liu Qianqian is now explosive, and the brand owner knows with closed eyes that this project will definitely be a hit.
The choice between different brands, as well as the interior furnishings and decorations other than the content of the script, are all areas that can be considered.
A little more, a little less, it’s all money.
The producers were scratching their heads just thinking about this.
Fortunately, Chen Linfeng was not short of money, so he decisively crossed out some useless content.
When shooting, he would not waste any footage at all, and would not sacrifice the quality of his work for the sake of product placement.
Chen Linfeng directly warned producer Liu Yun,
“Therefore, unless it is an important prop, other items will not be left on camera. Everything is based on character design. You cannot put in inappropriate things for the sake of advertising revenue. . ”
It’s easy to handle if the boss says it. Liu Yun obeys it honestly and has an explanation to the outside world.
“It’s not that I don’t help, it’s actually Director Xiao Chen who made strict rules for the quality of the work, and I have to comply.”
At this time, the brands immediately became reasonable,< br>
"Artists must be persistent and understand."
After hearing about this, brands with competitive qualifications became more active, especially those brands that may have clear appearances.
Pay close attention to quality, so that my ads are more likely to be effective.
Sister Mei, who is responsible for presiding over the negotiations, is extremely busy.
The media has also received the news. They are looking for relevant information and want to know the specific situation of this drama.
I don’t know the specific content of the script, but I know that it is directed and written by Chen Linfeng, who will play the male lead, and that the female lead is Liu Qianqian.
And according to the synopsis of the story filed with Optoelectronics, it looks like a love story.
This is completely enough.
Wenhui Po published an editorial comment, "After just experiencing the amazing Tang Empire, Chen Linfeng started his new journey. This time he put the subject on love stories.
In Before this, Chen Linfeng had written two short stories about love, but both of them contained science fiction elements, which was his area of expertise
Now that Xiao Chen has grown up, he is at the age when he is curious about love. Perhaps he has a new understanding of it. I am looking forward to whether Chen Linfeng, who is always known for his novelty, can once again give a different interpretation of love from ordinary people. ”
Entertainment New Weekly focused the topic on the casting of male and female protagonists,
“Chen Linfeng and Liu Qianqian collaborated for the second time, playing lovers again. What can the two most popular stars in the mainland do? What kind of sparks were created?
Although the filming of the drama has not started yet, the author can't wait to see this handsome man and beauty fall in love. ”
Netizens on the Internet have either just finished watching Empire of the Tang Dynasty or are watching the second round. Their favorable impressions of Chen Linfeng and Liu Qianqian are at their peak, and therefore they have the highest expectations for their new drama. .
Various discussion posts have listed it as a must-see drama in the coming year.
The fans of the two are as excited as the Chinese New Year. They simply hope to see their favorite stars produce more works.
The film and television industry’s attitude towards new dramas is not as optimistic as the outside world.
Chen Linfeng is very famous now, and he is also known as the best screenwriter in Hollywood, but after all, this is his first time as a director of a feature film.
In the industry, there is a certain lack of confidence in his drama. They believe that he can make it well, and half believe that he is likely to fail.
Of course, the standard is those of his previous works.
For Director Xiao Chen, if the ratings are not a big hit and the rating is less than 8.0, it can be declared a failure.
Especially since the subject matter of the new drama has spread, idol dramas are at the bottom of the contempt chain, so it is difficult to get high ratings.
Although everyone dare not say it clearly, they feel that this is self-destruction.
In Wang Shuo's words, "After all, I am still young and can't do without those things all day long. I have no depth at all. Filming an idol drama is considered to be in line with my status."
As for why Wang Shuo, who had no contact with him at all, said this, we have to start with a party in Beijing.
About when Chen Linfeng was preparing for the new drama, some people in the Beijing circle gathered together to chat as usual.
The topic slowly turned to "Empire of the Tang Dynasty" which had just finished airing some time ago. Everyone spoke highly of this drama. After all, the director of the first half, Zhang Li, is one of their own in Beijing. .
As for a character who must be mentioned in this drama, Xu Jinglei directly suggested,
"This director Xiao Chen is also the number one character. He currently lives in Yanjing and is also a director. Yan Ying’s student, why don’t we bring him into the fold?”
When everyone heard this, they thought it made sense. This kind of powerful person who lives outside the circle still works alone, and it would be best if he could be included.
So they expressed their support one after another.
Unexpectedly, Wang Shuo sneered and said, "A little kid won an award based on luck, and you guys don't take it seriously."
The big guys in the circle spoke, and a few people A low-status co-worker immediately fell silent.
Chen Kaige said with a smile, "You, Wang Shuo, are not jealous of people who write well and sell a lot of books, so why are you making sarcastic remarks here?"
He meant it as a joke, but he didn't expect that Wang Shuo could answer any joke on weekdays, but today's reaction was very different.
“Fart!”
Wang Shuo’s voice became louder, “His shabby books, what are they worth mentioning in front of me? Old Chen, please don’t disgust me.”< br>
He didn’t wait for the other person to respond, then sarcastically said, “I heard that you went to school last year to praise others, and then, people didn’t like your movies at all, and they didn’t even have a sincere compliment. You have the nerve to use him to shame me."
"The Promise" is a scar that Chen Kaige doesn't want to reveal. It was originally a joke, but he never expected to attract such a big attack.
He was so angry that he forcibly controlled his emotions and retorted,
"You are so anxious to get angry, you won't let me say it accurately, right?
That's right for me, Ren Xiaochen The book he wrote was adapted by Hollywood, and your book was adapted by Xiaogang. The difference is obvious."
The attack power of these words was too high, and Wang Shuo was about to get angry when he saw it.
Others noticed that he was really going to get angry, so they quickly advised both parties to stop talking.
Zhang Guoli also advised, "It's not necessary. Why bother to quarrel because of an outsider? I think since Wang Shuo doesn't want to, let's just pretend that the previous proposal has not been made."
The persuasion of the people around me is still a little bit After all, the two people have known each other for many years, and a little quarrel is common, so it is impossible for them to fall out completely.
However, although the anger has been suppressed, face cannot be lost.
When others look at today's situation, they think he is really jealous and has broken his guard. In the future, if word spreads, where will he put his face?
Wang Shuo shook his head towards Chen Kaige,
"Don't you think that boy is good? It's just right. He heard that he is going to direct a new drama, and he is still an idol drama. In my opinion, he is just willing to let himself go. If you praise him so much, you probably have a different opinion from me. .
How about we make a bet with this?
If he can make a name for himself in a vulgar idol drama, then I give in. You want to bring him into the industry? Okay, it's okay to brag about him in front of me. I, Wang Shuo, won't say a word for the rest of the time.
But if the photo doesn't work, you don't have to do much. Just say a few words in front of me, "Chen Linfeng can't do it." Like?”
Jiang Wen, who had been silent all this time, spoke up, “It’s a bit embarrassing. Idol dramas are just about men and women, but they can’t capture the depth.
Moreover, there is no standard for whether you are good or not. When the time comes, it will all be judged by one mouth, and there will be endless arguments. "
Zhang Guoli had a headache. Why did he try to persuade him? It would have been fine no matter how much he tried to persuade him.
Wang Shuo was right. He was focused on saving his own face. I really thought about it. But the evaluation of this thing is really too subjective, and there is no specific standard.
Wang Shuo doesn't usually go online, so he really doesn't know about this thing. .
He thought about it for a long time, but couldn't figure it out, so he just ignored it.
"They are all big men. You will know if it is a quality drama. Who can still insist on denying it? That's it anyway. What do you say, Lao Chen?"
Chen Kaige actually felt chilled when he heard that it was an idol drama. He wondered what happened to Xiao Chen. He was as famous as Xiao Chen, how could he still do such a bad job.
But Yanjing men can lose anything, except face.
Wang Shuo had already dropped the words, he had to answer them.
Chen Kaige nodded in agreement with a sullen face.
Wang Shuo smiled proudly and added another qualification, "This drama hasn't started filming yet. Old Chen, you can't help him, nor can you ask others to help. Likewise, I won't hold back for him. "Legs, how about this, everyone is fair?"
Chen Kaige's face turned darker again, this beast had predicted what he was thinking.
He really wanted to discuss it with Xiao Chen and help him change the script or something.
After all, with my years of experience, it is not easy to guide a young man.
However, unexpectedly, the usually careless Lord has become smarter now.
But the bet has been decided, winning or losing will be decided in the future, so there is no excuse to get angry now.
Seeing that the situation had eased and there was something good to watch, everyone became interested.
Ye Jing joked, "Why don't you find someone to tell Xiao Chen the news? Someone must know it. Because of him, the two of you almost got into a fight."
Wang Shuo said angrily. , "Go, go, let's make a bet, what does it have to do with him."
Jiang Wendao said, "Why doesn't it matter? If the two of you are betting like this, someone will definitely add fuel to the fire and tell him. If what he said is wrong, then he will provoke an enemy. There is no need to be wrong."
"Why don't I go and follow him?" Let’s talk.”
Wang Shuo didn’t want to bother, “If you want to go, you can go.”
…
“So I’m here.”< br>
Chen Linfeng looked at the person in front of him with a dazed expression, and countless scenes of "letting him learn" appeared in his mind.
He shook his head quickly, ignoring these sudden memories.
Chen Linfeng doesn't mind being used as a bet. It's a good thing that celebrities have more anecdotes.
Besides, the Beijing circle is only now prosperous, and future generations simply exist in name only. Chen Linfeng doesn’t take them seriously.
On the contrary, he was more interested in Jiang Wen in front of him.
"Director Jiang came here just to tell me about this?"
Jiang Wen waved his hand, "Hey~ don't call me Director Jiang, call me Brother Jiang. I have read some of your books, and there are some Some people like it, some don't, but I like the spirit of all the books very much."
Chen Lin responded smoothly, "Brother Jiang, I also like your work, but the same thing. Some people like it and some don’t, and it should be said that the more you get to the later stages, the more you like it.”
Jiang Wen knew exactly what the other party meant, and made it clear that he didn’t like some of the things he did when he was an actor in the early stages. Drama.
He didn’t really like those works, but now that he heard what Chen Linfeng said, he admired him even more.
"It's a pity that you have to film a movie next, otherwise I would have to drag you into my crew no matter what. You are too good for me."
Chen Linfeng smiled and said, "Then we can work together next time."
"Okay, it's settled."
Jiang Wen had other intentions when he came here, but now he simply said, "I heard that you bought Mr. Ma's " How about transferring the film and television rights to "Ten Tales of a Night Story" to me, I'll pay more."
Chen Linfeng has been hoarding the film and television rights of various books since last year. The original work of "Let the Bullets Fly". Nature is included.
He had no intention of stealing from director Jiang Wen, but because he loved the movie from the bottom of his heart, he originally wanted to use this as a condition to get a role to join in the fun.
Now that the goal has been achieved ahead of schedule, there is no need to hold on to it.
However, the process still had to go through. Chen Linfeng asked, "Do you want this copyright to make a movie yourself?"
Jiang Wen rolled his eyes, "Nonsense, if you don't make a movie, I Why buy it?"
"I can give it to you, no need to add money. I also like this story, just give me an investment opportunity when the time comes."
If you don't want to take advantage of this, you will never be taken advantage of.
Jiang Wen thought for a while, "I personally agree, but I have been cooperating with Mr. Yang, so I have to talk to him about this.
And it's still early to do this. , at least I have to wait until I finish filming the film "The Sun Rises" before I can think about the next one."
Chen Linfeng said nonchalantly, "It's okay, I'm not in a hurry, but when I read this novel. , it seems to match a song I composed in the past. Do you want to listen to it? If you want, you can use it in the movie.”
“What else?”
Jiang Wen asked the other party to play it and listen with great interest.
He also listened to the soundtrack in "The Empire of the Tang Dynasty" and it was of a very high standard. He still had some confidence in Xiao Chen's score.
Chen Linfeng has been making pure music albums in recent years, and he has a lot of them at home.
He found two CDs in his study, and then played them on the audio equipment in the living room.
As soon as Jiang Wen heard this melody, he felt right.
"Okay, it's so touching. Hey, I just think it seems to be quite suitable for my current movie."
Chen Linfeng remained silent, nonsense, this is "The Sun Also Rises" "From", even the name is the same.
Jiang Wen was immersed in the tune and could not calm down for a long time. He asked, "What is the name of this tune?"
"The sun also rises!"
"This name Okay, The Sun Also Rises, well...why do I feel that this title is so suitable for the movie I have?”
Jiang Wen thought about it for a long time.
Then he said with an embarrassed look on his face, "Brother, the name you chose is quite good. Otherwise, top students are educated. How about I learn from you and change my movie to this name?" "
Chen Linfeng felt even more embarrassed, "It's okay, you can change it."
Jiang Wenwen wanted to say that since the movie titles are the same, why not take the music and play it in the movie as a soundtrack. Come on, he really likes this song.
However, he has indeed almost used up all his face points today, and is embarrassed to speak again.
Besides, he has already agreed to use it in his next movie, so it would be bad for him to have the impression of being greedy.
He sighed and patted Chen Linfeng on the shoulder while giving a thumbs up, "Xiao Chen, you are really like this, so interesting."
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Yes Click on the card, let’s just do 4K today. I really can’t write it down. I will make up for it when I have the opportunity
(End of this chapter)