Before going to the set of "Little Fish and Flowers", he made an agreement with Ning Hao to let him revise his script called "Diamond" first.
When I contacted Brother Hua later, I mentioned that I would bring a new director to meet with him.
At this moment, Ning Hao came to the door with the revised script.
“Hello.”
“Hello.”
Ning Hao and Cheng Hao greeted each other.
Ning Hao obviously felt a little unnatural after seeing the beautiful woman.
"You guys talk first, I'll make some tea." Cheng Haoluo generously found an excuse to give the two of them space to talk alone.
"Brother Yuan?" Ning Hao was much older than him, but he was quite polite when he had to bow his head under the eaves.
"I have revised a few versions of the script, please take a look first."
After Zhang Yuan took over the script, he flipped it over and found that it was basically the same.
Ning Hao is still very capable, and this chance is an opportunity.
"Okay, I made an appointment with Brother Hua for dinner tonight, you can go together."
"Okay!"
This was what he was waiting for.
The two chatted about the script for a long time. Seeing that the time was almost up, Cheng Hao was left alone to clean up at home. He and Ning Hao rushed to a large hotel in the center of the imperial capital.
"Brother Hua!"
Entering the private room, Andy Lau went to the appointment alone today, which was very embarrassing.
He had just returned from XZ. He had just finished shooting the exterior scenes with the crew of "A World Without Thieves", and he had to stay in the Imperial Capital to shoot a few more scenes so that he could meet in the Imperial Capital.
"Thank you very much for Ting Feng. I grew up watching him." Brother Hua hugged him warmly after seeing him.
At the same time, he spoke in his ear.
“We are all our own people, as we should.”
Zhang Yuan remembered that there were photos on the Internet of Brother Zhang Hua kissing Mr. Xie when he was a baby. He was indeed very close to the Xie family.
“Okay, sit down and you can see what you’re going to eat.” Brother Hua also gave him the power to order.
Ning Hao on the side saw everything.
I thought to myself, this little brother is really not talking nonsense!
Although he is young, even the King of Heaven is so polite to him.
It seems that this film has something to say about me!
He didn’t know whether Brother Hua was extra polite today or because he felt a little guilty about what happened to the crew before.
As a superstar, if you can still feel guilty, it shows that others are kind-hearted.
After being in this vanity fair for so many years, I still have the same mentality and self-perception as normal people, otherwise I can survive for a long time.
Zhang Yuan was not polite, picked up the menu and ordered.
But he was also very polite. The dishes he ordered were mainly vegetarian, and he tried his best to adhere to Brother Hua's habits.
When dealing with people, all I need is that you respect me a foot, and I respect you a foot.
After seeing this table of dishes, Brother Hua was very satisfied.
I feel more and more that Zhang Yuan is someone we can date.
"Brother Hua, this is director Ning Hao." Zhang Yuan said after chatting with him for a long time about the crew.
“He is very talented.”
“He will definitely have a seat among the best directors in China in the next twenty years.”
Ning Hao smiled and waved his hand : "No, no, I'm just a beginner."
Praise me too much.
Brother Hua also felt that Zhang Yuan was exaggerating.
Only Zhang Yuan himself understood that what he told was the truth.
“This is the script I told you before.”
“Take a look and see if you are eligible to participate in your ‘Asian Rising Star Director’ program.”
Brother Hua smiled awkwardly, but quickly hid his expression.
Are you qualified?
Since you are here, there must be one.
There is something even if there is none.
Brother Hua is also a decent person. He doesn’t look at the monk’s face but the Buddha’s face.
Not only did Zhang Yuan not sue Zhang Weijian, he also helped settle the matter involving Nicholas Tse.
This is enough for him to give face and investment.
"Okay, let me take a look." Brother Hua took the script and thought that it was just a process. I would go through it once, agree to invest, and that would be it.
After he opened the script, he first saw the title "Diamonds".
“Artistic film or documentary?”
He didn't think much and continued to read.
Ning Hao on the side stared at Liu Dehua's expression, looking extremely nervous.
He was afraid that the other party would show a look of anger or disgust and let the matter go south.
"Incense", "Green Grass"... He has already made two movies in a row.
Of course, these two movies were made because he wanted to make them, they were too literary.
But if two films failed in a row, it would be difficult to find investors to spend money for him.
Zhang Yuan led him to see Liu Dehua. It was not only a good opportunity, but also the only opportunity in his foreseeable future.
"Eating vegetables, why are you standing there in a daze?" Zhang Yuan next to him pushed him.
Ning Haoxin said, how can I be in the mood to eat vegetables?
Looking at Zhang Yuan's state, he was calm and relaxed, eating and drinking when he should, as if he didn't care at all.
He felt a little inferior. With his temperament, he might as well be Zhang Yuan, who was younger than him.
Liu Dehua looked at it casually in boredom at first.
But as he looked at it, he frowned.
The movements of his hands also began to change.
I turned quickly at first, then gradually slowed down, and then started to turn quickly again, and the page turning movements were much larger than at the beginning.
The more he watched, the more fascinated he became!
That’s not to say how good this script is, it’s so good that it’s the best script he’s ever seen.
I have made award-winning films such as "Infernal Affairs", "Dark War" and "Carmen". I have never seen any good books.
But everything is afraid of comparison!
Prior to this, the "Asian Rising Star Director" program has invested in five films by five new directors.
These directors are from Singapore, Malaysia, and of course Hong Kong.
Among them is Lin Zicong, who Zhang Yuan met on the set of "Kung Fu", who is also Star Master's younger brother Fat Zai Cong.
He also wrote a script called "Drinking Tea in Leisure" and got investment.
This fat man also plans to become a director. Even though he is fat, he still has a very bright mind.
I know that there is little money to be made from acting, especially when you are following a star.
Although there are already five scripts, those five films, without exception, are all full of literature and art.
It’s a new director.
I haven’t experienced any beating from the audience or the market, so it’s normal to be a little bit youthful.
Ning Hao was beaten twice before he came back to his senses.
And this script called "Diamond" is very commercial!
The plot is smooth, with many twists and turns, explosive points, characters, foreshadowing, and all the elements needed for a commercial film, it is not lacking!
Bang!
Brother Hua slammed the script shut and stared at Zhang Yuan who was "fighting" with a piece of sweet-scented osmanthus and lotus root.
He originally thought that Zhang Yuan would hand over a random script just to ask for money and make a movie to enjoy himself.
It is common for young people who have acted a lot to want to try their hand at being a producer or supervisor.
He himself was like this when he was young and lost a lot of money because of it.
He thought Zhang Yuan had the same idea, and besides, he spent his own money, so the other party had no risk at all.
But after reading these dozens of pages, Brother Hua was shocked.
“He has no intention of taking advantage of the opportunity!”
Although this script is still relatively simple.
Because normally, the number of pages in a movie script corresponds to the length of the film.
One minute of plot corresponds to one page, roughly like this.
So for a 120-minute play, the script must be at least 120 pages, or even more.
And this script only has more than 40 pages, which is obviously simplified for his convenience.
But even so, Brother Hua also saw strong potential in it!
"This is a mature commercial film script!"
"It is rare for a new director to have such commercial awareness!"
[Received thanks from Andy Lau, Singing basics +1, bowling basics +1! 】
Brother Hua glanced at Zhang Yuan and then at Ning Hao.
My heart says that the friends of extraordinary people are not ordinary people either.
Look at Ning Hao's big head, it must be filled with the fountain of wisdom!
From a certain perspective, hydrocephalus can be regarded as a fountain of wisdom...
"This script is very good." Brother Hua said bluntly.
"As long as you like it." Zhang Yuan picked up the wine glass: "I don't dare to show bad things to Brother Hua."
"Hahaha..."
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After a few people had a drink, Brother Hua spoke again.
"If this script is to be made into a film, what is your budget?"
Ning Hao was stunned when he went straight to the budget without asking for other details.
That is to say...passed!
Ning Hao was immersed in ecstasy and had not come back to his senses for a while.
"Brother Hua asked you, how much budget do you want?" Zhang Yuan looked at him blankly, and just pushed it.
"Ah...oh, I roughly calculated it, it's about six million."
"Hiss..." Brother Hua took a breath after hearing this number.
“I don’t have that much money.” Then he smiled a little awkwardly.
What does it mean to be strong? One who can admit his shortcomings and shortcomings without changing his face.
If the money is not enough, it is not enough. Brother Hua told the two of them straightforwardly without quarreling or making excuses. "You came relatively late. The previous five films have already taken most of the budget."
"And this time for the 'Asian Rising Star Director' project, I have only prepared a total of The budget limit is 12.5 million.”
“Even if you come first, I can’t give half of the budget to a film. This is unfair”
Hua Ge said. It's quite real.
Ning Hao, on the other hand, felt as if a bucket of cold water had been poured over his head, and half of his body withered.
The mood is like riding a roller coaster.
It was as if he had caught up with the goddess in his dreams. He had already pushed her to the bed, but found that his glory was no longer there...
Sour, salty, bitter, spicy, for a moment, Ning Hao's The taste in my heart changes several times.
The last kick, but you told me I got the wrong ball?
"Brother Hua is right." At this time, Zhang Yuan said leisurely: "The budget of 6 million is too high."
"And to be honest, as a new director, you are not worth the price."
Zhang Yuan spoke more directly and hit Ning Hao's head even lower.
“So, if you want to make a movie, you have to change the script and shooting plan and reduce the budget.”
That’s right!
Only then did Ning Hao react.
I have made commercial films because of the budget and the cost, what’s the big deal?
“Okay!”
The big head stiffened again: “I will make an estimate now.”
Zhang Yuan chuckled lightly.
You see, it's urgent.
Like a drowning man holding on to straw, Ning Hao refused to let go of this opportunity.
But it is somewhat rude to start working on the spot at the wine table.
"Brother Hua, let's eat first and talk first, let him go." Zhang Yuan quickly came to the rescue.
He and Brother Hua ate for a long time before Ning Hao finally finished the script.
"I have re-evaluated, and instead of shooting diamonds, I will shoot rocks!"
"In this way, we can save at least half the cost in terms of scenes, manpower, actors, special effects, and props."
“Three million is enough!”
“Hiss…” Brother Hua took a breath like before.
“However, I only have a budget of 1.5 million yuan left in my plan.”
"Why don't you stop and see if you can go any lower."
Ning Hao wanted to cry.
I have already reduced it by half, and you want me to reduce it by half again.
How to reduce?
Actors don’t eat or get paid?
That won’t save more than a million!
Just when he was in despair, Zhang Yuan spoke.
"Thank you, Brother Hua, 1.5 million is enough."
"Not enough..." Ning Hao just wanted to speak but he blocked him back.
“That’s enough, let’s find ways to solve the missing parts.”
"The film will be shot as soon as possible, and we need Hua Ge's help for subsequent promotion, distribution, and production."
"Definitely."
We ate and drank for a while, and had a dinner Then they dispersed.
Watching Brother Hua’s nanny car go away, Zhang Yuan waved goodbye and then took Ning Hao back to the small courtyard.
“We’re back.” Cheng Hao kept waiting for the two of them: “I’ve prepared sobering soup for you, drink some quickly.”
When outsiders were around, she always acted like a good wife.
I put on black stockings as soon as the person left.
Faced with this hangover soup, Ning Hao couldn’t stop tasting it.
He doesn’t want to sober up, he wants to stay drunk.
The ups and downs of life are just like this.
I went to see Brother Hua, but the budget was not enough.
The budget was reduced, but it was not enough.
It’s done!
There is still 1.5 million left. How can any investor be willing to invest money in me?
Where is the angel investor? Give me the next one!
"Brother Cai was short of budget just now. I'm here to help you make up for it."
After Zhang Yuan finished drinking the sobering soup prepared by Cheng Hao, he wiped his mouth and said.
"Oh." Ning Hao, still immersed in sadness, replied, and then...
"Ah!" He almost jumped up from his chair.
“Are you telling the truth?”
"You didn't fool me, did you!"
"This is no joke!" Ning Hao grabbed his arm and wouldn't let go!
He was afraid that this "angel" would run away again.
"Of course it's not a joke. If nothing more, I can still get 1.5 million." Zhang Yuan pushed him back to the chair.
[Received a thank you from Ning Hao, +1 for directing foundation, +1 for photography skills, and +1 for literary foundation! 】
"But I can give you money, but there are a few conditions."
"You say!"
Not just one, but ten or eight, as long as he can film, he will agree.
"First, you have to sign a long-term cooperation agreement with my film and television investment company."
"In the next 10 years, you have to shoot at least four movies, and for each movie, my The company has priority to invest in the film, and the investment proportion cannot be less than 50%.”
"Second, you have to sign a contract with my agency and become a contracted director under the company."
"Third, I can invest in your movie, but the photographer must use someone I recommend. "
"And in this film, he has to have the same salary as you."
Ning Hao was stunned.
Why does he have a brokerage company and an investment company?
Isn't he an actor? He is still young and has opened several companies.
But the first two are easy for him to understand.
Zhang Yuanfei just wants to bind, no, bind him as a person and the works he photographed.
And it is deeply bound.
He is naturally not happy with this kind of restraint.
But the problem is, I have no choice!
Besides, once it is tied up, people have said that they will invest in my subsequent works, which is equivalent to having a long-term meal ticket, no matter how you look at it, it will not be a loss.
But he really didn’t understand the last one.
It is stipulated that photographers must be paid the same as me?
Ning Hao glanced at Cheng Hao, who was quietly drinking tea and waiting for the two of them not far away.
"Could it be that this guy wants to change his career, so he spends so much effort?"
It's easy to understand if he is praising his own woman.
"Who is this photographer?"
As soon as Ning Hao asked, there was a knock on the door outside the yard.
"The photographer should be here. You and I will open the door together and you will know."
Outside the door, a drunk Du Jie had just finished a heavy drink.
One plate of peanuts and one bottle of beef. This shows how depressed this person is.
I wanted to learn some skills, but was fired by the crew and deducted most of his salary.
No one can bear this.
There is quite a feeling of depression that has nowhere to express your martial arts skills.
I just received a text message from Zhang Yuan, inviting him to come to my house for a party.
He didn't want to come.
But Zhang Yuan said that he would find a job for him.
Seeing that his money bag was about to be empty again, he had no choice but to come here.
Squeak!
The courtyard door opens.
Du Jie saw two familiar faces, and then...
His scalp went numb!
Goosebumps all over my body.
The hair on my hair stood on end.
In his life, he has made two films since graduation.
The movie "Green Grass" was tricked by Ning Hao.
The movie "Little Fish and Flowers" was cheated by Zhang Yuan.
When he met one of them, he felt that he had been unlucky for eight lifetimes.
Now, these two are standing side by side, enjoying themselves.
"Fuck!"
This guy turned around and ran away!
But Zhang Yuan dragged him into the yard.
Du Jie howled desperately.
“Let me go!”
"I'll change my career!"
"I really can't afford to offend you!"
The courtyard is filled with a happy atmosphere... (End of this chapter)