Rebirth of Hong Kong - 1978

Chapter 1280
It is normal to spend money on filming, and Lin Daoqiu can be said to be very generous in budgeting.

However, Lin Daoqiu's willingness to spend money on movies does not mean that he is allowed to spend money randomly.

If "An Embroidered Shoe" is divided into two parts, judging from the current plot, it will definitely not be enough. It depends on how Cheng Gang makes his choice.

Either delete part of the plot, and only shoot one is enough, or add part of his own original plot, and divide it into two parts to shoot.

But no matter which one Cheng Gang chooses, after the script of the final movie comes out, it must be reviewed by Lin Daoqiu first, otherwise he may be asked by Lin Daoqiu to re-edit.

After Cheng Gang finished reading the manuscript sent by Lin Daoqiu, he had already vaguely felt that this play was going to be adapted into a movie, and the most difficult problem was the adaptation of the script.

Cheng Gang felt very distressed whether to shoot only one part, or to add some original plots and make two parts.

And what Lin Daoqiu hadn't had time to tell him was that his name would not appear in the list of cast members for this play.

In other words, the biggest publicity selling point at that time, apart from the popularity brought by "An Embroidered Shoe", is that only the participating stars can bring some bonuses to the show.

However, Zhong Chuhong is obviously not the kind of star with her own box office. Although she is considered a top-level actress among Xiangjiang's actresses, her box office appeal is still far inferior to those male leads in comedies and action movies.

So when the time comes to count on how much Zhong Chuhong's participation can increase the box office of this drama, I'm afraid it can only be called fantasy.

Cheng Gang lowered his head and said nothing, he really didn't know what to do.

Taking advantage of this gap, Brigitte Lin chatted with Lin Daoqiu in a low voice.

"When did you get the story "An Embroidered Shoe"?"

Brigitte Lin didn't know that Lin Daoqiu was the author of "An Embroidered Shoe". She had only heard it mentioned before. The commercial station recently opened a program, and the stories told in it were very popular recently.

"What's the matter? Are you also interested in this story?"

Lin Daoqiu did not expect Brigitte Lin to be interested in "An Embroidered Shoe".

Brigitte Lin did not deny it, because she had heard about this novel from several friends before, so she took a little light on it.

"I've heard people mention it before, but the show didn't start until twelve o'clock in the evening, and that time was too late."

Brigitte Lin has never heard the story "An Embroidered Shoe" so far. Although she is a little curious, she never thought of staying up until twelve o'clock to listen to it.

"This story is still being serialized. When the serialization is over, I will send you the whole novel."

Compared with chasing serials, it is of course more comfortable to read the story from beginning to end at once, but most people don't have this kind of treatment at all.

Lin Daoqiu was actually very guilty. Once Brigitte Lin knew that the novel was written by herself, and Zhong Chuhong was chosen as the heroine, her jealousy might be overturned.

And what's even worse is that Zhong Chuhong still has a "Untouchable Lover" to film, and she is afraid that disaster will be imminent.

Even if Brigitte Lin's movies over the past few years are far behind Zhong Chuhong in terms of box office and production costs, she will not be able to balance because of this.

She could have a cold war with herself just by sending a red envelope before. If it weren't for the newspapers writing about her, she might not even want to see her face now.

At this moment, Brigitte Lin got up to go to the bathroom. After she left, Lin Daoqiu suddenly had a flash of inspiration.

"Director Cheng, I don't think the cast of this movie is enough. What do you think about adding Qingxia?"

Cheng Gang was still worrying about the plot, he couldn't hear what Lin Daoqiu said very clearly.

He raised his head and looked at Lin Daoqiu blankly.

"What did Mr. Lin just say? Who is added?"

"Dad, Mr. Lin said that he thinks the cast of this drama is not enough, and he wants to add Ms. Lin to it."

Cheng Xiaodong hurriedly explained to Cheng Gang in a low voice.

After listening to Cheng Xiaodong's words, Cheng Gang opened his eyes wide. He didn't expect Lin Daoqiu to be so generous and willing to add Brigitte Lin to the play.

The two beauties of Xiangjiang are competing on the same stage, coupled with the current popularity of "An Embroidered Shoe", the box office of this drama will break through at least 2000 million by then.

"How does Director Cheng feel?"

Lin Daoqiu wanted to settle this matter quickly, because he wanted Cheng Gang to say this instead of himself.

In this way, whether it is Zhong Chuhong or Brigitte Lin, she can use Cheng Gang as a shield.

"Of course it would be the best if possible, but...there is only one heroine in this play. If Ms. Lin joins in, what role will she play?"

Of course Cheng Gang very much hoped that Brigitte Lin could join the crew of "An Embroidered Shoe", but the problem is that if she is allowed to play a supporting role, it doesn't seem very suitable.

But if playing the leading role, Zhong Chuhong has already been decided before, which is really a troublesome happiness.

"This problem is not a problem at all. I have already said that the script of the movie does not have to be completely changed according to the novel. It should not be difficult to add the setting of two heroines, right?"

Cheng Gang didn't expect that Lin Daoqiu would say such a thing, but if the script was drastically revised to allow Brigitte Lin to join, it's not something that he couldn't agree to.

"If Director Cheng has no objection, then this matter is settled. After all, this is your idea."

"My idea?"

While Cheng Gang was still hesitating, he suddenly heard Lin Daoqiu say that this was his decision, which made Cheng Gang confused again.

But this guy has been in the film industry for so many years. After being a little surprised, he realized that Lin Daoqiu wanted him to bring it up in front of Brigitte Lin.

Although I don't know why Lin Daoqiu did this, but for Cheng Gang, it's just a matter of effort.

"Mr. Lin, don't worry, I know what to do."

Cheng Gang is quite clear about it, how can he say that he is a screenwriter and has a very flexible mind.

Talking to smart people saved a lot of energy, and Brigitte Lin returned to the box after a while.

Not long after she sat down, Cheng Gang took the initiative to bring up the matter.

"Mr. Lin, I think it would be better to make two parts, but if the plot is prolonged, I think it is necessary to invite another important actor to participate in the performance."

Lin Daoqiu nodded while listening, and then he pretended to ask.

"Then I don't know which celebrity Director Cheng wants to invite?"

Cheng Gang understood, and turned to look at Brigitte Lin.

"I think that if Ms. Lin can be invited to this drama, then it will definitely be a big success."

Brigitte Lin just came back from the bathroom, before she realized what had happened, she heard Cheng Gang saying that she would invite her to participate in the performance, her whole face was full of surprise.

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