Rebirth of Hong Kong - 1978

"Tell me, what do you want to see me for today?"

"Brother Qiu is like this. We have talked with Uncle Jiu and he has agreed to take on the drama "Tomb Robbers". If that is the case, can we start thinking about casting now, but "Tomb Robbers" after all It’s a movie with an investment of over [-] million, so we still hope you, Brother Qiu, will make the decision regarding the characters.”

It had been agreed before going upstairs that Zheng Danrui would start the topic this time. After all, Wen Juan didn't dare to talk to Lin Daoqiu now. He was worried that Lin Daoqiu would scold him severely as soon as he spoke, but Zheng Danrui and Lin Daoqiu should I won't lose my temper with him.

"So that's it. If you have any ideas, why don't you tell me so that I can refer to them."

Hearing what Lin Daoqiu said, Wen Juan was temporarily relieved. At least judging from the current atmosphere of talking about business, he should not be angry with himself for the time being.

"Brother Qiu is like this. We have considered the two roles of Wu Xie and Zhang Qiling. We want to find young martial arts stars to play them. Uncle Wu Xie wants to find Qian Xiaohao to take over this role. We have not yet decided on Zhang Qiling. As for Wu Sansheng, we want Yuan Biao, and Fatty wants Meng Hai. Other roles are still under consideration."

Unexpectedly, not long after this, these guys have already considered all the main roles and given their favorite candidates.

"Let Zhang Qiling be played by Aaron Kwok."

Lin Daoqiu decided on the role of Zhang Qiling without even thinking about it.

None of the four people present had any objections to Lin Daoqiu's decision, so Zhang Qiling handed it over to Aaron Kwok, and the matter was settled.

"Since Uncle Jiu thinks Qian Xiaohao can play the role of Wu Xie, let Qian Xiaohao play it. As for the role of Wu Sansheng, it is very important in the play, and if "Tomb Raiders" performs well, a sequel will be made. Yuan Biao is not too sure It’s suitable, I think it’s better to find someone else.”

Lin Daoqiu rejected the role of Yuan Biao, which surprised them, but Lin Daoqiu quickly gave an explanation.

"A Biao wants to go to Hollywood to make a career, and he has already filmed the same type of movie "Ghost Blowing the Lamp" before, so he is not suitable to play Wu Sansheng."

Lin Daoqiu didn't have any objections to Yuan Biao, but the other party was already going to Hollywood to work hard. He would definitely not have much time to stay in Xiangjiang. In this case, it would be better to find someone who has time. In this case It can also save a lot of trouble.

The four of them, Wen Jun and others, nodded while listening. Since Lin Daoqiu said this, the role of Wu Sansheng may have to be reconsidered.

"The investment in "Tomb Raiders" exceeds [-] million Hong Kong dollars. Since Uncle Jiu is here to take over the film, I hope you can collect more folk stories like you did when you made "Ghost Blowing the Lamp", and then integrate them into making a supernatural film. You are your specialty, and there is a high probability that this drama will be followed by a sequel, so I hope you can make the first one well and make a good start for the sequels."

Lin Zhengying had never thought about making a sequel to "Tomb Raiders" before. Even if it was to be filmed, it should be "Ghost Blowing the Lamp". But now that Lin Daoqiu has said this, it means that this matter is very likely. It would happen, so he nodded quickly.

"Mr. Lin, please don't worry. Before filming starts, I will go to the mainland to continue collecting some folk stories about gods and ghosts. Then I will come back and reprocess them and put them into "Tomb Raiders Notes". Please don't worry."

Lin Zhengying and Lin Daoqiu are still very relieved. Compared with Wen Jun and Zheng Danrui, he is much more honest. He will not do things that seek the far away at the expense of the near, nor will he be clever. It is easy to use such a person, but it is a pity. What's more, Lin Zhengying's strengths are martial arts films and supernatural films, and he is not good at making other films.

If this were not the case, Lin Daoqiu hoped that Lin Zhengying could be exposed to more themes and then slowly train him into an all-round director. But now it seems that it is obviously impossible, so Lin Daoqiu has no choice but to make this The thoughts were hidden in my heart.

"I can rest assured that you can do things. You are more reliable than them. But don't imitate these brats. They don't follow any rules when doing things. You can go back to work. If anything happens, report it to me as soon as possible. If you need anything, just ask Fang Jinsheng and he will arrange everything for you." "Okay, Mr. Lin, I'll go back first."

After Lin Zhengying finished speaking, he stood up directly, then turned and left Lin Daoqiu's office.

After Lin Zhengying left, Lin Daoqiu turned his attention to Wen Jun and Zheng Danrui.

"I haven't settled the accounts with you about what happened last night. You don't really think that this matter is over."

Wen Juan and Zheng Danrui became anxious when they heard what Lin Daoqiu said, and Wang Jing next to them also began to lower his head silently.

"There was a big fuss at Miss Lin's villa last night. I know you were drunk at the time, so I didn't argue too much with you. But since you asked Uncle Jiu to film "Tomb Raiders", I believe you. There should be complete preparations, and in that case, let’s do a repertoire.”

"What repertoire?"

Wen Jun and the others looked at Lin Daoqiu with puzzled faces, not understanding what he was going to say.

"With an investment of [-] million, I don't ask too much. The box office performance in Southeast Asia must reach [-] million. If you can't achieve it, you should think about your own consequences. You have ruined a movie with an investment of over [-] million." , just thinking about it is exciting, right?”

"Ah...Brother Qiu, this is not..."

"No, no? It doesn't matter if you don't want to take the photo. I can make an exception today and give you a chance to withdraw. How about it? Do you have a choice?"

Zheng Danrui turned to look at Wen Juan, and it seemed that he really wanted to give up.

In Southeast Asia, with a box office of [-] million, isn’t this a joke on them?If they could really achieve such results, they would dare to bring "Tomb Raiders" to Hollywood for release.

"If an investment of [-] million cannot even get a box office of [-] million, then what is the purpose of making this movie?"

"Okay... okay Brother Qiu, as you said, a box office of [-] million is a box office of [-] million."

This time Wen Jun learned the lesson, and he just agreed, but he didn't say what kind of punishment he would get if he failed to do it.

However, although he forgot or deliberately forgot, Lin Daoqiu did not forget.

"If "Tomb Raiders" fails to get a box office of [-] million in your hands by then, then my punishment will not be merciful. Remember what I said." (End of Chapter)