Chapter 193 Planning to shoot an epic documentary! Wherever the sun and moon shine, and wherever rivers reach, it is all Han land!
Director Zhou was slightly embarrassed.
They are all high-level people. Those who can hold meetings are basically directors and above.
But when faced with this kind of thing, they still resorted to officialdom, because they really crossed the line.
Director Zhou’s proposal was unanimously approved.
"Director Zhou is right! You and Director Su have a good relationship! You can talk more!"
Actually, this does not mean that they are incompetent.
The key is that they really don’t know much about this.
Because we are all in the education field, it must be a bit confusing to be involved in discussions about making movies now.
"Yes, what Director Zhou said is very good! The children's channel has always been the object of our attention. You can talk about filming movies and cooperating with programs. Of course, I will also talk to the leaders of the publicity department. Say hello, this is all for the next generation.”
Are you just co-authoring to keep yourself busy?
Director Zhou sighed.
Tell yourself directly, maybe because you are afraid of rejection.
Actually, this is owned by two departments after all. I was so happy to get the broadcasting rights of Bian Bian before.
It’s not like I did anything for Su Yi.
I owe more and more favors.
“Okay, let us celebrate Director Zhou in advance!”
A warm round of applause.
Military orders have been issued!
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Bayi Factory.
Director Zhang looked at the director in the conference room.
But a little helpless.
It was quiet all around.
The leadership made an mistake yesterday. Factory Director Zhang did not dare to mention it, and no one dared to say it.
But the order was given the next day.
I want to shoot a movie related to overseas wars.
August 1st Film Factory was originally designed to shoot movies, so naturally it was nothing.
But the director of our company did not dare to accept it.
Either I’m not famous and I’m afraid I won’t get investment, or I don’t have the ability to direct.
"Why aren't you talking? This is a good opportunity! Some people said before that TV series like Soldier Assault can be filmed casually. It's just that the script is good! Well, I'll give you a chance this time!"
After hearing this, a director muttered a few words in a low voice.
"Isn't there a good script yet?"
"There is no good script? They still use scripts for their affairs?"
Director Zhang snorted.
The director opened his mouth but said no more.
Actually, he wants to say that even if it is adapted from real events, it still needs a good script.
But he doesn’t have this ability himself, so there is no need to say those useless words.
"Director, it's not that we don't dare to involve those soldiers! Our seniors and comrades-in-arms don't dare to show their cowardice. I am confident, but we must also consider the impact! Now although the rabbit has detonated this The box office may not be low for anyone who shoots it, but if it fails, he will be tempted to commit suicide."
Director Zhang knew that Su Yi was going to shoot the Hexi Corridor, and he had bullets on hand. .
You may not have time.
The key thing is that they may not come.
Director Zhang began to make calculations in his mind.
"Director, how much is the investment?"
This is also the most critical question.
"The initial estimate is three hundred million."
Three hundred million?
It’s almost the same as Wuji, it should be enough.
What a generous act!
Some people are excited, while others are even more afraid to try.
"The leader said, how can a military movie be made without the participation of the military? For this shooting, the military can provide a lot of props and extras!"
The more Director Zhang said, the more no People interrupt.
Large scale and large investment.
More pressure!
Look how popular that rabbit is now?
Director Zhang sighed.
A good director is much harder to find than a good actor!
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2006, the end of April.
The cold winter is about to pass, but the rabbit’s fever has not diminished at all.
Natu aired for several weeks, although it has now been reduced to two episodes a week, which is slower than the original Soldier Assault.
But the response was huge.
Almost all the books about that overseas war were swept away.
Especially students.
The most discussed topic in the school now is the rabbit.
CCTV's official media status, coupled with Su Yi's personal influence and publicity power.
It directly made this cartoon more popular.
The copyright of Natu’s dolls, especially in modern history and after the founding of the country.
All kinds of dolls have also become popular all over the country.
Furry bears, Hans cats, bald eagles, footbath chickens, etc.
Of course, if you buy some animals that represent the country, they will be abused.
The most popular ones are rabbits in various forms, those wearing military uniforms and those wearing white cloaks.
They are all beautifully made, cost-prohibitive, and expensive to sell, but the popularity is frighteningly high. Basically, as the plot progresses, a new look is released, and the factory has already booked it before it can be produced. Light.
Some second-hand ones are even more expensive!
The peripheral books, comics, CDs, etc. have spawned many industries.
The children's channel, which was originally unable to make ends meet, has made a lot of money through copyright.
Su Yi is not a businessman, but he also knows some tricks.
The copyright of dolls, the copyright of comics, etc. are all separate.
When we were discussing business, Director Zhuang also went with us.
It can be said to be frightening.
Although he is more concerned about the attention of children's channels, whether the ratings can be converted into money is also one of the very important indicators!
Su Yi is now the acting director and cannot discuss money alone, so he took Director Zhuang with him.
Doll copyright quotation, ten years, 20 million!
Director Zhuang almost spit out the tea he drank.
Advertisers also seemed to have heard wrongly.
Comic copyright quotation, ten years, 10 million!
Ten years of copyright!
This does not include peripheral clothes, such as schoolbags and pens.
Although those copyrights are lower, for Director Zhuang, they are astronomical figures.
He even believed that the previous advertising fees were already very high.
Anyway, it can stay even, not lose money, and make a small profit.
Fortunately, Su Yi had already told Director Zhuang to behave normally before coming.
Director Zhuang pretended to be calm, but in fact he was already in a turmoil inside.
No wonder everything Su Yi shot was so expensive.
Co-authoring makes money!
If you can make money so much, who cares about spending money?
But what surprised Director Zhuang the most was that these businessmen all agreed!
Director Zhuang cannot understand this world.
20 million, can you make it back?
As a result, those developers who did not agree at the time were filled with regret.
There is a small company that has opened factories in four places in succession. This is not enough to sell!
This is not a matter of lack of strategic vision.
This is something that is not very trustworthy for Su Yi! Although you cannot be superstitious when doing business, it is important to keep up with the trend.
Now the children’s channel is busier than before.
Director Zhuang was sitting in the office and actually answered more than a dozen calls in a row.
Then he came back to his senses with regret.
Looking at the toy dealer Boss Liu in front of him.
He can ignore the others, but there are rumors that the boss Liu in front of him is Liu Shishi's father.
When Su Yi first debuted, there was some confusion with the three women. Although they were all rumors, many people still dealt with them with caution.
Even Su Yi himself didn’t know.
"I'm just here to thank you and Director Su."
Father Liu said with a smile.
He made a lot of money this time. In fact, he also knew that it was because of his daughter.
But he didn’t go through the back door. Liu Shishi didn’t say hello, but went about his business normally.
Liu Shishi is still in class. Since attending the Tang Palace Night Banquet, she has rejected many crew members.
Improve your professional skills.
Because Liu Shishi knew that it was useless to take on so many plays now, especially bad ones, in addition to practicing at Beijing Dance Theater, he also learned acting skills from several theater teachers.
Su Yi is busy with work and hasn’t seen the three girls for a while. Except for the award ceremony with Liu Yifei last time, the rest is busy going around.
"It's okay, Director Su said, do business legally and don't worry about that. Without your support, our program would not be so successful."
Director Zhuang said with a smile.
"Lao Zhuang, come here! I have something to tell you!"
Director Qian of the Military Channel came over.
"You're busy, I'm leaving now. I didn't bring anything, and I know you can't accept gifts. This little thing is not valuable, so just accept it."
Liu Shishi The father stood up and brought a set of limited edition trinkets.
The market price is worth several thousand, but this is not enough for a gift.
It's the Collector's Edition of Natu's Border War. Some of them are ignited with simulated flames, and some are crawling in front of the bunker, with a pack of explosives in their hands.
If Director Zhuang really refuses to accept other things, even if Su Yi comes to persuade him, it will be useless.
Seeing these figures, I am really tempted.
The work is really beautiful and the price is worth it. "Okay, I'll give you the market price when the time comes - otherwise I really don't want it."
Director Zhuang shook hands with him and picked up these figures. He was definitely not interested in those comic figures from his childhood.
But...this is their own memory!
"Director Hu called you, where is Director Su? He said he wanted to have a meeting."
Let Director Qian of the Military Department have a meeting with him?
This operation is really true.
"Director Su is at Capital TV. When we were discussing the filming of the documentary, Director Luo should also be there. I heard that the investment cost is not small and it will be shot as a movie."
Director Zhuang nodded and picked up the Telephone.
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Capital TV.
Wang Xiaoling looked at the script in front of him without saying a word,
"Old Wang, show some attitude! What's the matter? Are you asking for three or four invitations? Let me tell you, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Director Su said that it must be you. I am also optimistic about you -"
We are about to get ready for the filming stage. We have contacted the local government and people from the army.
Everyone can cooperate. It’s time to purchase clothes and select photographers.
After Lao Wang knew the news, he refused.
“What are you worried about?”
Su Yi was also a little surprised.
"It's not like that in the past! Director Hu has agreed, so don't worry about it."
Director Luo said with a smile, seeing that his former friend still had a chance, he The mood is also very good.
"I feel relieved about what happened. Mainly because I was afraid of delaying Su Yi's documentary."
This past incident shocked him greatly.
He even gave up on himself a little bit, just like the old horse from the fifth grassland squad in Soldier Assault.
It used to be brilliant, but now it has been silent for many years and I feel a little less confident.
"Director Wang, you must know that the most important thing about my documentary is to shoot the scenery and culture, and it is not only ancient culture, but also geography and customs. The program requirements are urgent and it must become a high-quality program. I can only ask Director Wang to help me."
Su Yi said sincerely.
In fact, Lao Wang’s photography skills are no worse than his own.
It is even much better in some aspects.
When I am not a time traveler, the filming of Tongue is very popular. The first few issues were produced by Su Yi, but in fact, it was all shot by Lao Wang and others later.
In fact, the real director of several collections is also Wang Xiaoling!
And Wang Xiaoling is actually a photographer who started out as a director and later changed careers.
He even worked as a producer. Before entering the system, he was a senior executive at Yingshi Film and Television Group Company.
After seeing several of his works, Su Yi didn't want to give him a chance.
But I was also moved by his talent.
Documentary, shooting and script are equally important.
‘Recreate the original scene’ with movie-like picture quality!
The life and battles of the Xiongnu, and the strength of the Han Empire.
The strong man prospered and the Tang Dynasty was just bright!
These dynasties are all favored by Su Yi, but the main theme of this era is still advocating the Qing Dynasty.
It is undeniable that Zuo Zongtang has contributed.
But the Qing Dynasty also ceded many places.
After Su Yi ‘overturned’ Qin Shihuang’s title of tyrant, although there were many disputes, it also changed many people’s stereotyped memories.
It is worth mentioning that the education department has changed this statement in the latest version of textbooks.
Gong is merit, fault is fault!
And this Hexi Corridor is not just to introduce Zhang Qian’s mission.
There are also Wei Qing and Huo Qubing who conquered the Huns!
Many similar documentaries and films have been shot in the West.
It's all about the ancient Roman Empire, and it even sparked a bit of ancient Rome fever.
See Rome?
We ourselves also have such a powerful empire that even surpasses theirs!
The Han Empire!
Anyone who openly offends a strong man will be punished no matter how far away!
Wherever the sun and moon shine, and wherever rivers reach, it is all Han land!
The Han troops are about to arrive, don’t dare to move!
Move and destroy the country!
Such history and culture must be fully displayed to the audience.
This is a documentary of our own country, and it must have the most perfect lineup.
Although the previous documentaries were also very exciting, they lacked some ‘commercial’ elements.
Zhang Qian returned to the Han Empire after thirteen years and knelt down when he saw the majestic Chang'an City!
The magnificent scene of the confrontation between the two armies of Wei Qing, Huo Qubing and the Huns must be shown!
What Long Country does not lack is culture, but in its previous life, there was a lack of documentaries that integrated various elements. As a result, young people were not interested, and the elderly and children were a bit incomprehensible.
Now, with my own fame, I must turn it into an epic documentary!
Some professional actors will even be invited.
With such ‘ambition’, Wang Xiaoling became the best choice.
"Director Wang, our country’s documentary industry is lacking and backward! I can now shoot movies with a box office of hundreds of millions, sell TV series for sky-high prices, and even the copyright of a cartoon, I can sell it for Of course, in my heart, documentaries are an important way to promote our culture! "
Looking at Su Yi's serious look, I thought again. Think about his current achievements.
Old Wang was finally moved.
"A...forgotten person, there are not so many pretentious things. But since I agreed, I must show the essence or lose the face of Director Su Yi."
Wang Xiaoling took out the cigarette tremblingly .
He can understand what Su Yi means. What Su Yi says now cannot be passed off casually.
An epic documentary!
Shoot it like a movie!
With an investment of tens of millions, it is possible to continue investing!
His cooling heart was awakened again.
The passion that I had once seemed to be back again.
“Happy cooperation, Director Wang.”
“Happy cooperation, Director Su!”
Wang Xiaoling finally understood why Su Yi was able to shoot so many shocking works. Talent was on the one hand, but his great ambition and sincerity were all elements of success!
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CCTV.
Director Hu’s office.
"A rare visitor! Also an honored guest! Come on. Director Zhang, I happened to be away when you came last time."
Director Hu was also very polite when he spoke.
Although they are not in the same system, they have been in contact with each other before.
For example, this military and agricultural channel was once a children’s military and agricultural channel.
Director Zhuang and Director Qian have worked together before, and they both came out of the military.
At that time, the channel was under dual management, CCTV and the military.
The Bayi Film Studio and the Military Channel are both managed by the Military Art Center and are considered to be part of the same department.
Now we still have a relationship with many layers, but we have never been completely separated.
"Hello, Director Hu. Just call me Xiao Zhang."
Director Zhang knows that his weight is definitely not enough.
When I called the General Administration, it was also the leaders above who got in touch.
"Sit down and say don't be so polite."
Director Hu asked a few people to sit down.
“I am a soldier and I am not good at communication, so I will just say it directly. The rabbit cartoon became a hit. Although the soldier assault has ended, the popularity has not diminished. The recruitment work went very smoothly and the leaders were very happy. But...for that overseas war, we want to make a movie."
To shoot the movie, we must turn to Su Yi.
Everyone knows it.
But everyone knows that Su Yi’s current ambition is to make documentaries.
And people are still thinking about letting bullets fly as the film director.
“We are not in a hurry, but we just want to make an appointment.”
Reservation
Difficult!
Su Yi is still the review director of the National Film Bureau.
There is no way to give an order, otherwise it would be equivalent to pushing Su Yi away.
"Director Hu, Director Zhou of the Education Department said that he made an agreement with you——"
Someone from the Education Department?
Director Zhang’s heart skipped a beat.
It can't be because of Su Yi, right?
He didn't know the relationship between the two, but with Su Yi's current fame, it was not impossible.
There is a saying that goes well, if you buy up and not down, the expensive ones definitely make sense.
The busier Su Yi is, the more capable he proves to be!
“You want to make a movie too?”
Director Hu and the two channel directors looked at each other.
In fact, the children’s channel now cooperates with the education department.
Military Channel is just as its name suggests.
So both of them were called to this meeting.
“That’s right! It’s also the leader’s task. That Rabbit is popular, and the students discuss it every day, but the related movies are too old and cannot arouse the visual impact of young people. So this time we want to Use some education funds to invite Su Yi to film!”
Director Zhang was stunned when he heard Director Zhou's words.
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Huayi Brothers.
“Hello, I am Wang Zhongjun from Huayi Brothers. The last time we met, it was like this. We want to invest 500 million to make a movie about overseas wars——”
Wang Zhongjun called Su Yi confidently.
This time it was full of sincerity.
Prepare to give Su Yi 25% dividend!
No matter the hatred, you still have to look at 'money'.
And if you go to Su Yi, you can save a lot on actor fees. Sharing more points with the director can also be considered as saving money for investors.
With Su Yi's reputation, he will definitely be able to make a lot more money.
This kind of business is a good deal.
But his wishful thinking failed.
"I don't have much time so far. I have to go to a meeting and I'm a bit busy. Let's talk some more."
Hang up just like that?
You know, this number was obtained through Zheng Xiaolong’s relationship!
No face left at all!
He hesitated.
Dialed Chen Kaige’s phone number.
You are awesome, but the heat of the overseas war must be tolerated!
Are you the only one who can make a movie?
It just so happens that Chen Kaige is free!
Thank you for your support! Still asking for votes, thanks!
(End of this chapter)