Chapter 417 415. Justice
On the morning of the 10th, Xu Xin watched the ordinary 2D version of "Avatar" by himself again.
Not that he knows how to save money. It was because he couldn't buy 3D tickets without notifying Wang Sicong.
After reviewing the plot, he discovered the artistic and powerful side of James Cameron's script.
He brought a very real problem to the surface.
When the moral bottom line of the individual human being is challenged, what kind of behavior is considered correct.
Betraying your own race, helping the Na'vi people, and then watching your own planet go to perish in that half-dead state?
Still like the colonel of the ultimate villain, for the continuation of "humanity" itself, he started crazy plundering to replenish his body.
The so-called "companies" and "superconductor mines" in this film are all deceiving people.
The core of the essence is a multiple-choice question of human nature.
tsk...
Fuck, that's awesome.
This is Xu Xin's deepest thought.
But at the same time, he knew... he might never be able to make this kind of work.
It’s not that I’m not capable enough…
Rather, an understanding of the “industry” tone.
If this film is given to him, or to some domestic directors. Then in the end it must be the story of the Na'vi people and the people on Earth coexisting hand in hand.
There will be no second possibility.
The ending looks happy at first glance...but it's actually...happy too.
After all, it has a guiding role.
But no matter what... After watching "Avatar" twice, after combing the story, the plot, and the technical means, he came to a conclusion.
This film...is a milestone for the film industry.
This is true both inside and outside the circle.
3D Is it...
Out of nowhere, he thought of a word:
"There is a long way to go."
…
"Xiao Xu."
"Hey, Aunt Zhao."
Chang'an Club, in private room No. 3.
Xu Xin looked at Zhao Xinyu who pushed the door and walked in, and greeted him with a smile.
As a member, he arranged for people from the three families to chat here today, with the intention of simply having a room for meeting guests and talking.
Originally, the room had already been booked, but when he arrived at the place, the waiter directly led him to this oversized room overlooking Chang'an Avenue.
Xu Xin was a little surprised.
Obviously this was specially arranged by Zhao Xinyu.
After Zhao Xinyu came, he said to the middle-aged woman next to him who didn't know whether it was an assistant or a secretary:
"The people who are looking for Xiao Xu will arrive later, just bring them here."
"Okay, Mr. Zhao."
"Well, you go out."
After asking the other party to leave, Zhao Xinyu smiled and asked Xu Xin:
"I knew from my subordinates that you were coming. As soon as I heard that you wanted to arrange a meeting place, I opened this room for you. It is quiet and has a good view. Is that okay?"
"That's great."
Although Xu Xin didn't quite know the significance of this room that was bigger than last time, he knew it just by looking at the number.
001, 002, 003 are arranged in this way.
It is not clear to what extent the first two cars can settle in, but the 003 is definitely not something that you can drive whenever you want.
Really save face.
"sit down."
Pointing to the sofa by the window, Zhao Xinyu asked:
"Should I arrange a recorder for you later?"
"No, it's not that formal. Just a few investors want to invest in movies, let's talk about how to do it together."
"Well, if there is anything you need, you can just talk to them directly... Where is Daqiang? Is he in Yanjing?"
"No, I don't know where it is either."
"He's free. You two let him worry so much, he can live more freely. Where's Mimi?"
"I have children at home. I wanted to come, but the two little guys just got vaccinated today, so they had to observe and observe, so they didn't come. When did you come back from Xiangjiang?"
Chatting, there are incoming and outgoing words.
You can't let people keep asking.
"I've been back for quite a few days."
Hearing this, Xu Xin thought for a while and asked tentatively:
"Did Zhang Ziyi apologize to you? I read your interview, and her brother is pretty good at handling things."
Zhao Xinyu smiled:
"If this happened to you, would you just accept an apology?"
"..."
Xu Xin's mouth twitched.
What does this mean?
Isn’t it over yet?
Perhaps because of his funny expression, Zhao Xinyu smiled and said:
"What? Think I'm too mean?"
As soon as these words came out, it was directly equivalent to admitting from the side that the whole thing was done by her.
But Xu Xin pretended not to hear it, and said with a smile:
"If it were me, I wouldn't accept it either."
"That's right. To use the lines in the movie... how do you say that? If an apology is useful, what do the police have to do?"
"This is a famous line."
"Haha~"
Zhao Xinyu looked very happy, and then came a sentence:
"Either you say you're a smart kid... But don't worry, I'm right and wrong about some things. After the matter is resolved, everything will be fine."
Xu Xin listened...following her words, I helped her complete it in my heart:
"If the matter is not resolved, it must continue."
Is that what it means?
Isn't it over yet?
Be good.
Zhang Ziyi, it's not good for you to provoke anyone, you must provoke her...
Xu Xin sighed inwardly.
And Zhao Xinyu didn't stay long.
After sitting for about ten minutes, I left directly. Before leaving, I did not forget to remind Xu Xin that when the audition for "The Voice" starts, remember to inform her.
Although Xu Xin has already obtained the guarantee of direct blind selection.
But she seems to... still want her daughter to audition?
He didn't think much about it, after Zhao Xinyu left, Qi Lei arrived first while he was smoking a cigarette.
also brought two people.
"Director Xu, this is Chen Wei, President Chen, and producer Gao Manju from Yindu Distribution Department."
Chen Wei's name sounds very imposing, but in fact he is a middle-aged man who is a bit bald, and he smiles quite kindly.
As soon as he opened his mouth, there was a strong Hong Kong pop.
And that Gao Manju seemed to be about the same age as Chen Wei, and he was a relatively taciturn type. After saying hello to Xu Xin, he sat aside with a teacup, and basically didn't speak much during the greeting stage between Xu Xin and Chen Wei.
Then, Xue Haifeng, Chen Minji, the deputy director of the distribution department whom he met at Golf Manor last time, and Dong Qun, the director of Shanghai Film Production Company, also arrived.
On the 9th, Xu Xin had already told Qi Lei about the situation of the Shanghai Film Studio.
And Qi Lei has been busy with this matter in the factory these two days.
So, with the arrival of Xue Haifeng, Chen Minji, and Dong Qun this time, the waves of people are indistinguishable.
We are all brothers and sisters of the Sixth University. Although we are usually far away from each other, we all know each other when we hold meetings or the like.
At least it seems that Qi Lei, Xue Haifeng, and Dong Qun are quite familiar with each other.
Several people sat in front of the reception sofa, holding teacups and chatting about the ecology of the industry recently, and the topics were endless.
After waiting for less than fifteen minutes, the door was knocked and pushed open again.
Wang Jiawei, Xu Haofeng, who were wearing sunglasses, and Zhou Jingzhi, whom Xu Xin had only heard of but met for the first time, walked in together.
After Wang Jiawei walked in, he looked very polite when he saw these people.
The first sentence is:
"Sorry we're late."
It's less than ten minutes before the agreed time of 2:30, so there's nothing to say.
After hearing this, Xue Haifeng said with a smile:
"No, the time hasn't come yet. I'm talking, isn't the meaning of Director Xu's arrangement here so that everyone doesn't have to be so restrained? Director Wang can't be too restrained, and then he will lose the kindness of Director Xu, haha~"
He named the people who organized the game today in one sentence.
Xu Xin smiled after hearing this, and stretched out his hand to Wang Jiawei:
"Director Wang, hello. I'm Xu Xin."
"Hi, Director Xu!"
Wang Jiawei shook his hand vigorously:
"Old Xu has talked about you a lot... Thank you, you have worked hard."
After understanding what he meant, Xu Xin smiled and waved his hands:
"Too polite…"
"Come on, let's sit down and talk."
Xue Haifeng answered at the right time.
"The Grandmaster" is still the copyright of Shanghai Film Studio, so although it is Xu Xin's group today, Xue Haifeng is still the principal.
Before taking his seat, Wang Jiawei greeted Chen Wei and Gao Manju.
Moreover, his name was Gao Manju, which turned out to be "Brother Ju".
Gao Manju called him "A Wei".
I don't know what the relationship between the two is.
Then, everyone sat down, and Xu Xin also greeted Lao Xu with a smile.
After sitting on the sofa, Wang Jiawei looked at the environment of private room No. 3 and said:
"It's the first time I've come to Chang'an Club. I've only heard of it before...the scenery is really good."
"Haha, it's all arranged by Director Xu~"
Xu Xin smiled slightly:
"Boss Xue's words are too polite. Just find a quiet place to sit with everyone."
As he spoke, he rang the service bell.
Soon, the waiter at the door came in with a drink list in his hand.
No one drinks.
After each ordered something to drink, Xue Haifeng took advantage of the preparation time to give an overview of the situation of "The Great Master".
Mainly to Wang Jiawei.
It is nothing more than "difficulties in the factory".
What kind of financial pressure is so great that the cooperation must be terminated as a last resort. But this time things took a turn for the better.
Wang Jiawei also knew the specific situation.
Yindu must have finished communicating with him.
Otherwise he wouldn't be here today.
After waiting for the drinks ordered by each to arrive, the meeting began to get down to business.
In fact, to put it bluntly, it is nothing more than the amount of investment and the time of shooting.
There is nothing specific to say.
Not counting the cost of publicity and distribution, Wang Jiawei needs 150 million filming funds.
Adding more than 60 million trial shooting costs in the early stage.
The cost of this drama has reached 210 to 220 million.
is the overall budget, including the kind of actors' remuneration.
This number, since the four families can sit here today, they must agree.
Mainly determine the amount of investment.
Shanghai Film Studio gave a budget of 90 million yuan, which means that it will invest another 30 million yuan in the future. Xiying Film Studio and Yindu jointly invested 90 million yuan.
But the whole amount has already been set.
The remaining 30 million was paid by Xu Xin.
He didn't mention Shuangwei and Headwind.
These words are not said now.
But the investment of 30 million yuan is definitely not gone.
After the investment is confirmed, the next thing is the actors.
The leading actors Liang Chaowei and Yang Mi, and the supporting roles Zhang Zhen and Zhang Jin are the "stars" that have already been determined. But there are still many supporting roles in this play, such as Ding Lianshan, Gong Yutian and others are discussing.
As for the fact that each of the four companies sent producers...
It was quite unexpected, he agreed very happily.
But before agreeing, he just asked:
"As long as you don't rush me, let me shoot slowly, okay?"
The question is quite realistic.
It's like a fledgling director...
And when he asked this question, he mainly looked at Xue Haifeng.
However, Xue Haifeng’s words this time were quite hearty:
"no problem."
"good."
In a word, the two of them settled the matter.
The cooperation is formally reached.
Then, Wang Jiawei began to throw out difficult questions:
"The old train station in this movie, I watched several film and television bases, and I was not satisfied. I want a real train station, an old train station with the taste of the Republic of China. If I can't find it, I can only build one. "
"There are conflicts in the schedules of several actors who I have a feeling for."
"Can the script be extended? I am reluctant to make subtractions for this story."
"Ding Lianshan's actor is currently a difficult point. Some old actors are not up to the standard. The people I like have already rejected this movie."…
One question after another was thrown out one after another.
Then what to do?
Solve it.
Other questions are fine, but when it comes to casting actors, Qi Lei, Xue Haifeng, and Chen Wei all looked at Xu Xin.
Xu Xinxin said that it is useless for you to look at me.
I don't know as many actors as you do.
However, Xu Haofeng knew Xu Xin better, so he asked directly:
"Xiao Xu, is there anyone in your mind who fits the role of Ding Lianshan?"
"..."
Ding Lianshan.
Ghost of Kanto.
Miya Haneda's senior brother.
In the script, facing the provocation of the Japanese ronin, Gong Haneda originally planned to pay with blood. In the end, Ding Lianshan stopped him and asked him, "Which is more difficult, governing a sect or killing a few Japanese?"
And Gong Haneda's answer was "It must be more difficult to govern the sect."
Then, Ding Lianshan took on himself the job of attacking and killing Japanese ronin.
In his words, leave the simple things to me.
So, he attacked and killed the ronin, fled the northeast, and became a "ghost".
This role is actually not many, but it is quite interesting.
But let's talk about actors... Xu Xin really didn't have a clue for a while.
After thinking about it, he asked:
"Who did Director Wang originally plan to cast?"
"I wanted to invite Zhao Benshan. But... when I sent him the invitation, he happened to be undergoing cerebrovascular surgery, so he explicitly rejected me."
"Mr. Benshan?"
Xu Xin was taken aback...
Subconsciously began to deconstruct the image of Ding Lianshan in his mind, and then combined it with the image of Zhao Benshan.
After thinking about it, I found it quite suitable.
"Then... let me ask Mr. Benshan again. Mr. Benshan was really ill during the beginning of the year. The last time he played a cameo in Director Zhang's play, his health was actually a bit weak. But I will try my best to fight for it."
He gave a guarantee that he would try his best to match up.
"Thank you for your hard work, Director Xu."
Hearing Wang Jiawei's words, Xu Xin shook his head:
"Should be."
Next, we chatted for a long time, including casting, filming preparations, crew preparations, etc.
In the evening, everyone got together again and had a meal in the club.
While eating, Zhao Xinyu brought a bottle of red wine.
The 82-year-old Lafite is serious.
Give Xu Xin enough face.
It was delivered by the general manager of the hotel himself, saying that "Mr. Zhao of the club heard that Director Xu was eating here, so he specially came to send a glass of red wine."
These people are naturally not clear about the composition of the Chang'an Club.
As soon as the identity of "Mr. Zhao" appeared, the weight of this wine obviously increased.
During the period, Xu Xin finally figured out the relationship between Gao Manju and Wang Jiawei.
It turned out to be the brother of Gao Mankai, the producer of "Ghost School", the favorite work of Wang Jiawei's screenwriting period.
The two have known each other for 20 years.
…
After a meal, everything was discussed thoroughly.
Because of drinking, after parting with everyone, Xu Xin simply put the car here.
Anyway, this is very close to home.
Come out from here, walk three to four hundred meters, walk to Dongdan North Street, and walk all the way in the direction of Union Medical College Hospital.
Passing the Xiehe Hospital is Shijia Hutong.
It couldn't be any closer.
While walking home, he was thinking about what happened today.
The east wind of "The Grandmaster" has come, and the rest is the preparation period after the next year.
It is estimated that after one to two months of preparations, the filming stage will be entered directly.
The first thing he has to solve is the role of Ding Lianshan.
After thinking for a while, he took out his phone and found Zhao Benshan's phone number.
"Beep..."
The phone was connected quickly, and a burst of hearty laughter sounded:
"Hahaha, Xiao Xu, it's new to call me at this point. What's wrong? I can't digest the nightlife of your young people."
"Haha~ Teacher Benshan, let's go, let's go dance."
"Hahahaha~"
It can be heard that Zhao Benshan smiled really happily.
"If you want to dance, you take Shen Xiaoyang and the others, but I won't go. I'm old, and my blood pressure will go up there? Why don't you just come to the Northeast? Our family's Erren Zhuan is no worse than a bar. It's fun and lively."
"Hey, I have a chance...Mr. Benshan, it's like this, I called you today because I have something to do..."
"Say it. It's rare for your kid to open his mouth."
"Don't, don't, I can't take what you say."
Although he knew he was joking, Xu Xin hurriedly said politely, and then said:
"Mr. Benshan, where are you?"
"Liaoning. I will go to Yanjing the day after tomorrow for the rehearsal of the sketch for the Spring Festival Gala. What do you say first? If you are in a hurry, I will leave tomorrow."
Xu Xin was really moved when he uttered this open and honest statement, regardless of whether it was true or not.
Don't care whether people are looking at the old man's face or what.
With this attitude, I have already given myself enough face.
"No, no, it's not about this. It's about the movie."
"…Movie?"
Zhao Benshan was stunned:
"Let me play "The Hawthorn Tree"?"
"No, it's "The Grandmaster", the one directed by Wang Jiawei. Didn't he look for you?"
"Wang Jiawei... oh~~~~ You're talking about the Republic of China martial arts movie, right?"
He still doesn't seem to understand what happened these days.
But it's normal to think about it. Benshan Media is a performing arts company and not an investment company.
The news that "The Grandmaster" was looking for an investor again a few days ago, it's normal if it can't get to him.
"Yes. I called you to invite you to play."
"This play has something to do with you?"
"Yes, Yang Mi will play the role, and then I will invest."
"Oh~~~"
Zhao Benshan made a long sound.
Then he said happily:
"That's fine, then act."
"…ah?"
Xu Xin was taken aback.
Heart said so happily?
All of a sudden it made him a little unreal.
And Zhao Benshan may have sensed his emotional fluctuations, and said with a smile:
"When he came to me before, it was during my recovery period from the operation. During that time, I didn't want to move and refused directly. And don't we have to be self-aware? Hong Kong and Taiwan movies like Wang Jiawei, and my temperament are also Don’t agree, right? But since you invested this time, it means you have a good idea. Then I’ll take it. You said that this person is old, and he can still watch Wang Jiawei’s movie last time. Take a look at this How interesting, isn't it? Hahahaha~"
There were bursts of hearty laughter from his side.
And Xu Xin was also happy after being stunned for a while:
"I feel at ease with what you said."
"Hi. I'm talking about my family, so why are you being so polite? I've accepted this play. When do I need to join the group or what do I need to do? Tell me when the time comes."
The remuneration was not even mentioned.
directly agreed.
This friendship is very heavy on Xu Xin.
"...Okay, how about this, Teacher Benshan, I'll contact Director Wang first, and then we'll meet when you come, okay?"
"Okay~ Is there anything else?"
"…Gone."
"Then you just wait for my call and it's over."
He took over without delay, without any nonsense.
After Xu Xin hung up the phone, he exhaled in the cold wind.
Mr. Benshan...
Recalling the quack-like words on the phone...
He was full of emotion.
True and righteous!
Just like that kind of ancient heroes.
The leader owes more: 4 more.
Thanks to the leader of "No Human, No Ghost" for the reward.
Then I said that this month I planned to finish all the 3 updates except this chapter. But after getting the new crown, the whole person's energy is very poor, and there is also a little bit of viral pneumonia. My daughter-in-law and I are both. Although it is not contagious, it can only be recovered by the body.
Coughing badly every day, chest and brain pain after coughing for a long time. 20,000 words is still too difficult for me.
Repay the debt immediately when the body recovers.
Then it is about the plot of this chapter. This chapter is a collection of the unfinished plots mentioned in this chapter the day before yesterday. The following plot of "The Grandmaster" was filmed and has little to do with Xu Xin. That's Yang Mi's refreshing rhythm.
The line about "Avatar" was also buried. This storyline has come to an end, and there may be some more space to describe it later, but they are all trivial. I will also optimize the future storyline of some things at the investor level after I recover from the illness.
This is not considered a spoiler, but an explanation to readers who are seriously dissatisfied with this big plot.
It is my fault that the writing is not good, and the technical dishes must not be blamed on others. So I am adjusting, but I still have to point out all the main content that should be highlighted.
Including Zhao Benshan's line buried at Zhang Weiping's family banquet, it is also for tonight's release.
If I can ignore, skip, and speed up, I'm already speeding up as much as possible. The content of this chapter is to directly compress and package what was originally going to be expanded.
Let’s spray lightly, thank you.
Thank you for your support.
(end of this chapter)