Rebirth of Hong Kong - 1978

Chapter 706
"Did you really show Miss Lin the script?"

Huang Baiming's face was full of surprise when he heard that Mai Jia sent the script of "I Love Evening Fragrance" to Brigitte Lin.

This comedy film is written by Huang Baiming, and it can be regarded as a sequel to "Ghost Horse, Smart Stars", and the protagonists are still Lin Zixiang and Teddy Robin.

"Yeah, I think the role of Tianzi No. [-] is very suitable for Ms. Lin, and she hasn't accepted any new plays recently, so I sent the script over."

In fact, Maijia was just giving it a try. After all, Brigitte Lin is now a Hollywood star. It seems unrealistic for her to act in such a low-budget comedy movie.

Huang Baiming shook his head after hearing this, let alone Lin Qingxia's refusal, even if she agreed, she might not be able to pass Lin Daoqiu's test.

They put all their money into this movie, and the production cost was only 200 million.

Brigitte Lin's salary alone is already enough to overrun the budget of the whole drama.

"Don't worry so much. It's been several days, and Ms. Lin hasn't responded, so she probably declined."

Upon hearing this, Huang Baiming breathed a sigh of relief.

If Brigitte Lin was really invited to make a movie, then he would definitely not use the script "I Love Evening Lily", but replace it with something else.

Even asking her to play a role in the sequel of "Best Partner" is better than starring in "I Love Evening Primrose".

But just when Mai Jia and Huang Baiming thought this matter would pass like this, they suddenly received a call from Lin Daoqiu.

Lin Daoqiu didn't say anything on the phone, but invited them over for afternoon tea.

"You said Mr. Lin suddenly invited us to drink tea, why?"

Mai Jia put down the phone and looked at Huang Baiming suspiciously.

Huang Baiming also couldn't understand why Lin Daoqiu suddenly invited them to have afternoon tea.

"Do you think it's because Ms. Lin is too embarrassed to refuse us, so she just let Mr. Lin speak?"

Shaking his head, Mai Jia didn't know if Huang Baiming's guess was right, but he still stood up and patted the other person on the shoulder.

"Let's go, Mr. Lin is already waiting for us."

Not daring to make Lin Daoqiu wait too long, Mai Jia and Huang Baiming immediately left for the appointment.

When they arrived, they found that apart from Lin Daoqiu, Brigitte Lin was present.

"Sit down and order whatever you want."

Lin Daoqiu called Mai Jia and Huang Baiming to sit down, and then asked someone to bring them the menu.

While bowing their heads to order, Mai Jia and Huang Baiming quietly started making eye contact.

After casually ordering a few dim sum dishes and putting down the menu, Huang Baiming motioned for Maijia to mention that matter.

"Did you send a script to Qingxia before?"

Before Maijia could speak, Lin Daoqiu brought it up first.

As soon as Lin Daoqiu finished speaking, Mai Jia and Huang Baiming nodded repeatedly.

"I heard that Ms. Lin hasn't taken a role recently, so I want to invite her to play a role."

Mai Jia was also in a panic, worried that Lin Daoqiu would be unhappy because of her actions.

Although the relationship between them has not been made public, Mai Jia knows very well that the relationship between these two people must be unusual.

"How did you come up with the idea to invite Qingxia to act in this play?"

Lin Daoqiu had to figure out what they were thinking first.

In fact, before coming here, Brigitte Lin simply chatted with Lin Daoqiu about this "I Love Evening Fragrance".

She hadn't acted in many comedy movies before, but after reading the script, she thought it was very interesting, so she wanted to continue.

However, "I Love Evening Lily" is a medium-budget comedy movie. If she continues, the production cost of this movie will definitely exceed the budget by a lot.

Lin Qingxia, who was hesitant, simply mentioned this matter to Lin Daoqiu to see what he had to say.

That's why Lin Daoqiu called Mai Jia and Huang Baiming over.

"I think Ms. Lin is very suitable for this No. [-] role. When I was writing the script, the first thing I thought of was to invite Ms. Lin to act in this play."

As the screenwriter of this play, Huang Baiming is naturally the person with the most say, but how much of his words are true is intriguing.

"Actually, I also think this drama is very interesting."

Brigitte Lin was very happy to hear that, she immediately turned to look at Lin Daoqiu.

Huang Baiming knew from Lin Qingxia's appearance that she intended to take part in the show, but he didn't expect to be bored.

But while they were happy, they regretted it a little. It would have been great if they had shown Brigitte Lin the sequel of "Best Partner".

"How much production fee do you plan to charge for this movie?"

Lin Daoqiu didn't rush to agree, but first asked how much production fee they wanted.

Originally, before Brigitte Lin agreed, Mai Jia and Huang Baiming had already made an agreement, and 200 million was enough to film this drama.

But now Lin Qingxia's joining suddenly disrupted their rhythm.

If the previous idea of ​​200 million yuan is maintained, the budget is definitely far from enough.

But the two of them have no idea how much box office this movie can get.

Although Lin Qingxia's joining can effectively increase the box office of "I Love Evening Fragrance", no one can say for sure how much it will increase.

"Mr. Lin, how much do you think we should charge for this movie?"

Mai Jia and Huang Baiming couldn't make a difference, they simply threw this problem to Lin Daoqiu.

"I haven't even read the script of this play. If you ask me, I can't tell you."

Lin Daoqiu shrugged, he just heard about it from Brigitte Lin.

And he remembered that in the drama "I Love Evening Fragrance", Brigitte Lin should have been the lead female in her previous life.

However, the box office of "I Love Evening Fragrance" at that time should not be very good, but Lin Daoqiu can't remember how much it was.

In fact, for Lin Daoqiu, it doesn't matter as long as the film doesn't lose money, or if it loses a little bit.

As long as Brigitte Lin is satisfied, even if he doesn't make money, it's no big deal to him.

"If Ms. Lin's salary is deducted, the production fee of 200 million is definitely enough."

Huang Baiming didn't dare to show off in front of Lin Daoqiu, so he simply told the truth.

"200 million production fee?"

Lin Daoqiu thought about it, Brigitte Lin's current salary is calculated in US dollars, and converted into Hong Kong dollars, it would cost at least 500 million.

But no one in Xiangjiang could afford this price, so I was the only one who could ask her to act.

It's no wonder that during this period of time, when Lin Qingxia was free, no one dared to give her scripts, because her net worth was too high.

Mai Jia originally wanted to use Brigitte Lin to play the role, so that Lin Daoqiu could increase the production cost of this drama.

But after thinking about it carefully, he felt that "I Love Evening Lily" didn't have that much potential.

If too much is added, the box office will not be able to reach the top by then, and they will not be able to make money.

"According to what you said, the production fee is 200 million. As for Qingxia, she doesn't need a salary for this movie."

As soon as Lin Daoqiu finished speaking, Mai Jia and Huang Baiming opened their eyes wide.

　Thanks, Long~ Big monthly ticket!mwah! ╰(*°▽°*)╯

　　
　
(End of this chapter)