Acting school started in 1998

Chapter 197 Getting Ready

"Have you recorded it?" Cheng Xiaodong asked loudly.

"It's all recorded, Director Cheng." Someone in the crowd agreed.

Li Tang looked around, and sure enough, a buddy was filming with a miniature camera.I guess it was some pre-preparation tidbits, but I didn't say anything in advance, otherwise he might play more handsome.

Cheng Xiaodong was a little eager to try, but when he thought about the terrifying power of Li Tang's last shot, he thought about it or forget it. It's not worthwhile to injure his old arms and legs without paying attention.I really regret that I didn't bring a martial arts brother with me this time, otherwise I can try a few tricks with Li Tang.

As for Director Zhang, there was a simple and honest smile on his wrinkled face, and he whispered a few words to Zhang Weiping before he said to Cheng Xiaodong: "Director Cheng, are you okay?"

Cheng Xiaodong quickly said, "It's definitely no problem."

Director Zhang understood, beckoned Li Tang to come over, and said with a smile: "Little Li, thank you for your hard work. I wanted to have a good chat with you today, but Teacher Hetian came over suddenly today...but it doesn't matter, we have seen what we need to see , I will let you know the result as soon as I get back."

Li Tang knows that he has basically passed the test. A big production like "Hero" is not like Hollywood's producer-responsibility system. The director's opinion is just a reference, and the final decision must be made by the producer.But important roles are always negotiable, even if it is formal.

"Thank you Director."

He nodded repeatedly, and then asked: "Director, when will our play start?"

Zhang Yimou thought for a while and said, "It's probably around the middle of the year. Is there any conflict with your schedule?"

"No, no. Director, then I will wait for your call."

Li Tang is very satisfied that this sentence not only shows Zhang Yimou's attitude towards him, but also does not conflict with the "The Third Man" he is currently preparing.

Then, he bid farewell to all the big men present.

The old lady Hetian finally shook his hand, and said specifically: "Li Sang, I hope to have a chance to cooperate."

"Thank you, Senior Wada, goodbye."

For the old lady's kindness, Li Tang bowed to her in Japanese style.

The old lady quickly bowed in return.

Seeing this scene, Zhang Weiping murmured to Zhang Yimou who was beside him, "This Wada Huimei won't like Li Tang, right?"

Director Zhang looked at his old partner in surprise, then he rolled his eyes and turned his head aside.

After Director Zhang finished talking with the old Japanese lady, several people sat down to discuss.Cheng Xiaodong is paid to work as an action guide, and his opinions are used as a reference.

Although Hong Kong people have always been in groups, Li Tang's performance is obvious to all, and he will not open his eyes and talk nonsense.

"Li Tang's marksmanship is good, and Danny is the action director."

One sentence does not belittle Li Tang, but it also means that Yen Zidan, who is the action director, can do the same.

Since the acting skills are balanced, Li Tang must win in terms of acting skills. He came from a major, won the Huabiao Film Newcomer Award, and was shortlisted for the Golden Rooster Award for Best Actor.I didn't see that Director Zhang didn't even try the play, which shows his trust in Li Tang's acting skills.

Then there is the economic calculation. Although "Hero" invested 3000 million US dollars, which is equivalent to more than 5000 million yuan, it seems quite a lot, but don't forget that Li Lianlian's salary alone accounted for one-tenth of 300 million. Dollar!This is Li Lianlian's friendship price for Director Zhang's face. You must know that his salary in Hollywood has reached 900 million US dollars.

Next is Liang Chaowei and Zhang Manyu's remuneration of 100 million US dollars each, and Zhang Ziyi's 200 million yuan even if it is a friendship price.After Zhen Zizi's "Fist of Fury", his film salary rose to 500 million Hong Kong dollars, which is more than 500 million yuan according to the current exchange rate.

I have to say that the pay gap between mainland actors and Hong Kong and Taiwan stars is very large these days. He is also a Cannes actor, and Uncle Ge’s pay may only be one-third of Liang Chaowei’s. Zhang Ziyi’s offer of 300 million is already The ceiling of the remuneration of mainland actors is over.

So how much is Li Tang's salary? 30 or 40, even if it is 50, it is only one-tenth of Zhen Bullet's salary.

What's more, Li Tang's current popularity in the mainland is enough to overwhelm Zhen Bullet, who is at the top of the line and at the end of the second line in the Hong Kong circle.

Putting them out in such a way, Second Young Master Jiang could only pinch his nose to recognize them.

Director Zhang also heaved a sigh of relief. Although he has the final decision as a director, to be honest, he is not willing to offend people.

As soon as Li Tang drove back to the small courtyard in his little Toyota, his ex-girlfriend couldn't wait to ask, "How is it, what show is it?"

"Just let me demonstrate a set of marksmanship. It seems that Director Zhang is quite satisfied. Let me wait for news. I didn't say what the scene is, but it must be a martial arts scene."

For a director of Zhang Yimou's level, the attention of the outside world is too high, especially when the last movie "Happy Time" was widely evaluated by the outside world as "exhausted talent".In order to avoid unnecessary troubles and concentrate on creation, all news about the new movie is kept secret.Even actors like Li Tang who auditioned for the audition kept it secret before the contract was signed.But no matter how secret it is, there will always be some rumors.

"It's been said that Director Zhang is going to make a blockbuster martial arts movie, so it's true!"

The ex-girlfriend looked forward to it, and then said: "So, this time you have hope?"

"Well, it should be."

Seeing Li Tang's confident appearance, while his ex-girlfriend envied him, it was inevitably complicated.As Li Tang's development got better and better, she regretted her original choice more and more.

But there is no medicine for regret in this world, all she can do now is to cherish the present, so she took Li Tang's arm and said softly, "Then how long can you stay this time?"

Looking down at his ex-girlfriend's big eyes full of expectation, Li Tang hesitated and said, "Ming...uh, let's go the day after tomorrow."

The direct consequence of using up a box of Durex in two days is that Li Tang's feet were still fluttering when he boarded the plane.

Two hours later, the plane landed.

Zeng Jia, who came to pick him up, was shocked when he saw his tired face and panda-like eyes, and inevitably had a bad association.

"Brother Li, are you alright?"

"fine."

Li Tang yawned and covered it up: "Maybe it's because I haven't slept well these two days, so take me home first."

"it is good."

When walking out, Zeng Jia deliberately slowed down and walked behind Li Tang, observed carefully, and was relieved to make sure that his walking posture was normal.

"Jiajia..."

With the passage of time, Li Tang gradually recognized Zeng Jia's ability, and the address changed from "Xiao Zeng" to "Jia Jia".

Li Tang didn't see Zeng Jia when he turned his head, only to find that she was lagging behind and staring behind him, he couldn't help wondering, "What's wrong?"

"Oh it's all right."

Zeng Jia hurriedly took a few steps to catch up, and said guiltily, "I was thinking about something, and my mind was distracted."

"Did something happen to the crew?"

"No, nothing happened, everything is normal." Zeng Jia said hastily.

Li Tang originally wanted to ask about the situation of the crew during the few days he was away, but when he heard what Zeng Jia said, he felt relieved, and couldn't help but yawned and urged, "Let's go."

The driver was waiting outside in a Jinbei van newly bought by the crew.A car is indispensable for filming, and originally wanted to rent one, but Li Tang considered that the little Changan at home was about to be scrapped, so he simply bought one, which was not expensive, and the landing price was about the same as Xu Guangtou's little Sail.

The cost of buying a car can be included in the production cost, and then sell it to your own restaurant at a low price later.

After getting in the car, Zeng Jia had the chance to ask, "Brother Li, how did Director Zhang go to chat with you this time?"

"It's okay, Director Zhang is going to make a new movie, let me try it... Oh, pay attention during this time, Director Zhang will notify you whenever there is news, I left your business card .”

Upon hearing this, Zeng Jia was pleasantly surprised and said, "So it's done?"

"I didn't give a definite answer, but it should be close to ten, otherwise I wouldn't leave your business card." Li Tang said.

As long as the interview is passed, then the next thing is between the agent and the producer, and the actors and directors generally do not participate in person.

Surprised, Zeng Jia asked again: "Is there any conflict between that time and our current drama?"

"Probably not. Director Zhang won't start until the middle of the year. Later, you can also urge Director Cheng, and we should try our best to hurry up here."

"Well, I see."

Nothing to say along the way, back to the old apartment on Wuyuan Road, Li Tang simply took a shower and fell asleep, didn't even eat dinner, and slept until the next morning.

After getting up and running around, I felt that my physical strength was seriously lacking, but fortunately, my spirit recovered a lot.

……

"Brother Li, congratulations!"

When he came to Shanghai Film Studio in the morning, Cheng Er, who has always been taciturn, was the first to congratulate him.

Li Tang waved his hands, pretending to be modest and said: "The horoscope has not been written yet, and everything is not counted until the contract is signed."

Fortunately, Cheng Er doesn't talk too much nonsense, so he took the initiative to report: "Brother Li, the location survey is almost done now, and it's the scene of Xiao Ke's house. I plan to rent a studio to shoot the scene."

Xiao Ke’s family has concentrated almost one-third of the entire film’s shots. If it was shot on location, on the one hand, it may be limited to the venue, and on the other hand, it may disturb the people.The best way to do this is to build sets, but that involves a budget.

With a small budget, everything needs careful planning, except for the location. For example, Lin Mo’s home is in Cheng Er’s apartment in Xinzhuang, while He Wei and Xiao Feng’s home is Li Tang’s home in the urban area.Fortunately, there are not many shots in these two places.

Li Tang was already mentally prepared for this, so he asked, "How much do we need to increase the budget?"

"About 15 million or so."

Cheng Er thought for a while and came up with a conservative figure.

"Forget about 15, just treat it as 20."

Bumps and bumps are inevitable during shooting, and there are various unexpected situations. It is best to relax the budget, so as not to be stretched when you get it.

There are actually advantages to setting up a scene for shooting, that is, you can create with peace of mind without being disturbed.You can shoot day and night when necessary, saving time.

After all, as soon as the machine is turned on, the entire production crew of 60 to [-] people, eating, drinking, and equipment are all money. If you can turn off the machine one day earlier, you can save a day's money.

　The first update!There are a lot of things during the day these two days, and the update may be a little later, before twelve o'clock in the second update.

　　
　
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