I am a director, but I have the skills of an actor

Chapter 204 Only Qingshan Media has the final say

Jiang Zhiqiang worked very quickly and transferred [-] million to Wan Qingshan's account the next day. He was not afraid that Wan Qingshan would swallow up the [-] million and did not want any contracts.

Even more so in Han Sanping, someone sent a note from China Film and Television to Qingshan Film and Television Company early in the morning.

The two of them worked so efficiently that Wan Qingshan had no choice but to get up quickly. He called Zhang Yimou and went straight to the Olympics crew.

When Wan Qingshan arrived at the door, he was stopped.

He made another phone call with Zhang Yimou, and only after the security intercom rang did he enter the Olympics crew.

Wan Qingshan did not look around at the Olympic crew. He followed what Zhang Yimou said on the phone and quickly came to the third floor and saw Zhang Yimou in a room.

After a few polite words, Zhang Yimou asked about business after the assistant poured water for Wan Qingshan.

"You just said on the phone that you wanted me to help you with something. What was it?"

"Director Zhang, it's like this. I'm about to shoot a blockbuster film, and I'm worried that I won't be able to control it, so I want to use your team.

Director Zhang, I also know that they are working with you on the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games, but I think what they are doing can be done by anyone else, so I thought of borrowing someone from you. "

In "A City Full of Golden Armor", Zhang Yimou discussed the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games with Zhao Xiaoding and others when he had time, but Wan Qingshan found that Zhao Xiaoding and the others could not help at all. They were only responsible for doing chores for Zhang Yimou. This Any normal person can do the chores.

Zhang Yimou pondered for a moment and said, "You are right, what they do can be done by other people, and I asked them to help me, and I was able to use it smoothly.

I have told them before that if someone asks you to work, go and don’t delay making money because of me.

If you want to find them to work, of course I can let them go, but you have to decide for yourself whether they want to work on your crew. "

"Director Zhang, thank you for inviting them. Of course I will go and tell them in person."

Zhang Yimou's behind-the-scenes team mainly consists of three people, photographer Zhao Xiaoding, artist Huo Tingxiao, and editor Cheng Long. They are known as Zhang Yimou's troika.

Cheng Long went out to pick up the job some time ago, and the others all agreed to Wan Qingshan's invitation.

They also have to make money and help Zhang Yimou with the work for the Olympics. They are just helping while waiting for work on the crew. Now that Wan Qingshan invites them, of course they will make money.

After the negotiation, Wan Qingshan took Zhao Xiaoding's photography team and Huo Tingxiao's art team to leave the Olympics crew that day. As for the lighting team, they would not join until the filming of the movie started.

After signing the contract with several people, Wan Qingshan threw Huo Yanxiao and his art team to Lu Wei and asked them to think about the tone and picture layout according to the previous script written by Lu Wei.

Then, Wan Qingshan flew to Hengdian with Zhao Xiaoding, the photography team, and experts on the Han Dynasty recruited by China Film.

Because "Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty" was filmed in Hengdian Qin Palace, Wan Qingshan initially planned to film the palace scenes of "Huo Qubing" in Hengdian Qin Palace.

But when we arrived, not to mention the expert who studied the Han Dynasty said that some places here did not conform to the architectural style of the Western Han Dynasty and had to be modified. The movie theater even said that the Qin Palace was covered by "Kung Fu: The Legend of the King" from June to September. "King" is decided.

From June to September, there was a time conflict. Wan Qingshan planned to finish filming the palace scene first, and then film the battle in Monan. The crew had to spend the first two months on the palace scene.

The Qin Palace was not available, so the group diverted to the Wuxi Film and Television Base.

Because of the filming of "Three Kingdoms Performing Arts", Wuxi Film and Television Base specially built the Three Kingdoms Film and Television City.

The architectural styles of the Three Kingdoms and the Han Dynasty are similar, so after the Qin Palace failed, Wan Qingshan thought of it here.

Although it is almost the same, in the opinion of experts who study the Han Dynasty, some changes still need to be made.

Of course Wanqingshan has no objection to changing some places in order to make the building conform to the history. There is still some time before the shooting time, so there is no time left.

Then, after asking Zhao Xiaoding for his opinion, Wan Qingshan decided to set up the Grand Palace venue for Three Kingdoms Film and Television from now until September.

After finding the filming location for the palace scene, we had to find a filming location for the battle with the Huns.

This venue is easy to find, as long as it has desert and grassland.

But it’s hard to find, because places like this are usually sparsely populated and hard to find.

After the expert stayed to guide the people in Wuxi Film and Television City to modify the building, Wan Qingshan, Zhao Xiaoding and the others flew back to the capital.

Then, Wan Qingshan went to Han Sanping to hire someone to be the producer of "Huo Qubing".

With a producer, Wan Qingshan ignored the matter of finding a venue for the battle and left it to the producers, Tao Gong and Zhao Xiaoding, who were both hard-working and powerless.

The venue matter was settled, and Chen Yumo just happened to fly to the capital, so Wan Qingshan temporarily ignored the affairs of "Huo Qubing" and spent time with Chen Yumo.

Three days later, Wan Qingshan sent Chen Yumo to the airport. After watching Chen Yumo enter the terminal, Wan Qingshan immediately asked Duan Tong to send him to Luweina.

Two days ago, Lu Wei called and said that the script was written. At that time, Wan Qingshan was accompanying Chen Yumo, so he ignored it.

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"Director Wan, take a look."

Wan Qingshan took the script handed over by Lu Wei, quickly turned to the back and started reading.

It can be said that the script of "Huo Qubing" was written by Wan Qingshan and Lu Wei together, and Wan Qingshan was involved in every step of the script.

After the first draft came out, Wan Qingshan discussed with Lu Wei for a long time before cutting many scenes and letting Lu Wei refine it.

When refining, Lu Wei would often go to Wan Qingshan with the script, so Wan Qingshan had seen the front of the script, but not the back.

After reading it, Wan Qingshan frowned and said, "Can we delete the part where Huo Qubing captured Yizhi Xie Shanyu's family and defiled their family members?"

"Director Wan, I combined the characters of Unofficial History and Huo Qubing in this play, and added some extras to highlight Huo Qubing's character.

There are records in unofficial history that Huo Qubing took the Hun princess as his concubine after capturing her.

There are also records that Huo Qubing shot Li Gan because Li Guang's youngest son Li Gan injured Wei Qing. From this point of view, Huo Qubing was a ruthless person.

It is normal for ruthless people, coupled with their youth and vigour, to taint the family members of a naive Chanyu after a great victory. "

"Screenwriter Lu, you are considering whether Fu is historical or not, but a movie is a movie. You can't let me make it into a European and American movie."

Huo Yanxiao and the people in the art team suddenly laughed.

Many historical war films in Europe and the United States shoot that kind of scenes directly, but if "Huo Qubing" were shot like that, the General Administration's big scissors would not be able to remove it, and Wan Qingshan would be scolded to death.

Lu Wei was stunned for a moment, holding back his desire to complain.

"Director Wan, I didn't write that plot in detail. You can probably just film it."

“No, no, this scene can’t be filmed.

When it comes to Huo Qubing's character design, you said that when filming a historical figure, you can't just make it up. He has to be a living person, not a perfect god.

Okay, I agreed, but this time it will definitely not work. If I shoot like this, the audience will definitely spray me with blood.

Screenwriter Lu, how many people have fantasies about Huo Qubing because of their history lessons since childhood? What would the audience think if I filmed that scene? "

Lu Wei frowned and sighed.

"Well, commercial films are difficult to make. They have to be consistent with history, and the protagonist has to match the image in the audience's mind. It's even harder than writing an art film."

Wan Qingshan laughed dumbly and said, "If you want to make money from the audience's pockets and don't take care of the audience, how can you do that?"

"Okay, take care of the audience, I'll change it. Director Wan, then you can come back tomorrow to pick up the script."

"Let me make a few copies of this script so that I can submit it for review and preparation. Anyway, there is only one scene missing."

After copying several copies of the script, Wan Qingshan sent one to the General Administration for review. Wan Qingshan got all the other copies from China Film and asked Han Sanping to find a few more experts on the Han Dynasty to research the design drawings of weapons and armor, and then find someone. Take the time to make the props according to the design drawings.

After finishing this work, Wan Qingshan could take a break again, and then he would have to wait until the script was reviewed before he could continue working.

Wan Qingshan wanted to rest, but Feng Linlin wouldn't give him time.

"Director Wan, in three days, Armani will hold a spring new model show, and you are invited to attend.

Also, in five days, the Zhijiang Provincial Government will hold a private film and television dialogue and invite you to attend. "

Wan Qingshan frowned and said in a low voice, "Have you found out what this private film and television chat will be like?"

Feng Linlin immediately understood what Wan Qingshan was worried about, "Director Wan, this private film and television talk meeting is actually the Zhijiang Provincial Government's intention to invite film and television companies to film more films in Hengdian, so as to promote the development of Hengdian."

Wan Qingshan was relieved. Just now, he thought what was going on in Zhijiang Province, actually holding a private film and television talk conference.

"You will represent me now. Talk less, publish less, and don't promise anything."

"Ah! Director Wan, isn't this appropriate? How can I go on your behalf?" Feng Linlin exclaimed with wide eyes.

"There's nothing inappropriate about this. I'm just going through the motions."

Seeing that Feng Linlin still wanted to evade, Wan Qingshan continued, "That's it."

Feng Linlin opened her mouth, but finally refused any more.After Feng Linlin left, Wan Qingshan received another call from Zhang Zhao.

Zhang Zhao called to ask about money. "Painted Skin" was almost half-way through preparation. China Film and Enlight Media had already called in the money. It was impossible for Enlight Media not to take out the money.

Wan Qingshan promised to go to the bank to transfer the money soon, and then casually asked who the director of "Painted Skin" was.

Wan Qingshan frowned slightly when he heard Zhang Zhao say that it was He Ping, the director of "Heroes of Heaven and Earth".

"Mr. Zhang, after talking to Wuershan, do you think he is not suitable?"

"Director Wan, I think he is quite suitable, but Director Han and Mr. Wang are worried about handing over a 9000 million movie to a small director, so there is nothing I can do if they recommend He Ping."

Wan Qingshan suddenly became serious and said dissatisfiedly, "Mr. Zhang, you have to understand that "Painted Skin" is a project controlled by Qingshan Media, and we have the final say in everything.

They only have the right to put forward opinions, but they cannot unite to force you to change people. If they don't agree, then you should change the investment company, not the person we have determined. "

After Wan Qingshan finished speaking, he felt that his tone was a bit too strong, so he slowed down and continued,

"Mr. Zhang, you used to only distribute and invest movies in Enlight, and control movie projects. You may still not understand it very well.

When we are in control of a movie project, we cannot retreat even a step. If we retreat, if the guarantee is not guaranteed, they will make further progress. If we give in too much, the leading rights of the film will no longer be in our hands. "

After waiting for a while, Zhang Zhao's ashamed voice came from the phone, "Director Wan, I understand, this time it's because of my lack of experience, I will definitely pay attention to it in the future.

How about Director Wan, the director of "Painted Skin"? "

Wan Qingshan was silent for a moment and asked, "Have you signed a contract with He Ping?"

"Not yet, we are still talking about it. I want to reduce his director's fee."

"Then let's change people. Since you think Ur Fan is suitable, let Ur Fan take the photo.

If Director Han and Mr. Wang have any objections, just say it was my decision. If you have any objections, come and talk to me.

Also, I want to use this incident to spread the word that movies controlled by Tsingshan Media can only have the final say of Tsingshan Media. You can let the industry know about this matter. "

"Director Wan, if you do this, you will slap the faces of Guangwang and China Film Group, as well as Director Han and Mr. Wang!" Zhang Zhao said in shock.

Wan Qingshan leaned back, picked up the water glass on the table, took a sip of water, and then said into the phone,
"I will explain to Director Han, and as for Mr. Wang, I just want to slap Guang Guang's face.

Director Han is domineering and wants to change directors, which I think is normal.

But Mr. Wang, he knows that my habit is that I can only have the final say on the movie, but he still wants to change the director. What do you think he means? "

"Director Wan, you are talking about Mr. Wang. This is testing you to see if you will do the same for Qingshan Media's projects. You can only have the final say?"

"Whether it's a test or something else, it's all about bad intentions. Since he doesn't have good intentions, don't blame me for slapping him in the face."

"Understood, Director Wan, then I'll go find Urshan immediately and sign the director's contract with him first, and then let this matter out in the circle."

"Ok!"

After hanging up the phone, Wan Qingshan wanted to call Han Sanping, but when he turned to Han Sanping's phone number, Wan Qingshan hesitated and finally put away his phone and went out.

After going to the bank to transfer 5000 million to Qingshan Media, Wan Qingshan asked Duan Tong to send him to China Film.

After arriving at the entrance of China Film, Wan Qingshan called Han Sanping, then got off the car and entered China Film.

In Han Sanping's office, after the secretary brought water, Han Sanping asked with a smile,
"Qingshan, you said on the phone that you wanted to see me if you have anything to do. Is there anything about the movie?"

"It's about the movie, but it's not my movie, it's "Painted Skin."

The smile on Han Sanping's face gradually disappeared, replaced by confusion.

"Painted Skin! What happened?"

"Nothing has happened yet, but something will happen soon, so let me first apologize to you, Director Han."

Han Sanping narrowed his eyes slightly and said with a smile, "What happened? I asked you to apologize in person."

"I asked Zhang Zhao, not He Ping, to go to Ur Fan to sign the director's contract."

Han Sanping didn't feel angry at all, but instead let out a long sigh.

"Qingshan, it's been three years since the red carpet incident, why are you still holding on to it?

Besides, He Ping was also dragged down by Zhao Feite at that time, so he could only wait for Zhao Feite on the red carpet. "

"Director Han, I don't use He Ping not because of the red carpet incident, but because he was recommended by you and Mr. Wang."

Han Sanping's expression suddenly changed, and he stared at Wanqing Mountain with a dark face.

Wan Qingshan took a sip of water calmly and then said, "Director Han, "Painted Skin" is a project of Qingshan Media, not China Film and Television."

This sentence made Han Sanping's face look much better. If it was because of this, he could still accept He Ping without his recommendation.

"Haha, Wang Zhongjun and others, as well as people within China Film Group, all say that I am overbearing, but you are no worse than me."

Wan Qingshan smiled, with a pretentious expression, "Director Han, I can't help it. If the director of "Painted Skin" obeys your and Mr. Wang's arrangements, then when Qingshan Media cooperates with others in the future, they will definitely do the same. Deadly recommender.

Rather than causing trouble in the future, it is better to spread the word about Qingshan Media's style now. So, Director Han, I'm sorry, I have to use China Film's reputation. "

Han Sanping's expression changed again, just like changing his face in a Sichuan opera, and he became serious.

If Wan Qingshan didn't spread the word about this, then he wouldn't think anything of it. If he changed the director, he would change the director. Anyway, "Painted Skin" failed, and Wan Qingshan would suffer even greater losses. He would not only lose money, but also lose his face. , for the sake of publicity, he previously said that "Painted Skin" was a mainland actor's name.

But now, Wan Qingshan's words meant that he wanted to spread this matter, which would cause China Film to lose face.

Han Sanping kept a straight face, remained silent for a moment, and said in a deep voice, "Since you have made a decision, let's do what you want."

Han Sanping looked bad, and Wan Qingshan didn't stay long.

"Director Han, thank you for your understanding. I have other things to do and I have to leave first."

After Wan Qingshan left China Film and Television, he went to Qingshan Media to talk with Zhang Zhao again.

Zhang Zhao worked quickly, and that night there was news in the circle that Qingshan Media was very domineering. China Film and Television were both investors in "Painted Skin", but they did not have the right to recommend directors.

People in the industry are a little confused. Forget about the lighting, China Film Group doesn’t have the right to recommend people. This...

After the news spread, Wan Qingshan expected to receive a call from Wang Changtian, but when he went to Shanghai to participate in the Armani new show, Wan Changtian didn't even call.

The new model display show is actually Armani's runway model show. Normally, Wan Qingshan, the spokesperson, should also go there.

But Ruili knew that as Wan Qingshan was the boss of the film and television industry, it was a bit inappropriate for him to perform on stage, so she didn't let Wan Qingshan come on stage and just invited Wan Qingshan to come and be a spectator.

After being a spectator, Wan Qingshan flew to Chen Yumo's house. After the May Day holiday, Chen Chen called and the script of "Huo Qubing" was approved and the budget report came out, so Wan Qingshan flew back to the capital.

After receiving the receipt of the shooting and taking the budget to sign contracts with investors such as Han Sanping and Xi Lier, Wan Qingshan's joy turned into a headache after deducting the investment from the salary and leaving more than 4000 million yuan.

Wan Qingshan had a headache because of finding actors. There were only three characters with many roles in "Huo Qubing": Huo Qubing, Wei Qing, and Yizhixie.

Huo Qubing and Wan Qingshan had already decided to star in the roles themselves. He already had suitable candidates in mind for Yi Zhixie and Wei Qing, but it was difficult to find the supporting roles.

Wanqingshan really didn't have suitable candidates for the supporting roles of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, Su Jian, Zhao Xin, Gongsun He, Gongsun Ao, etc., and the producer Tao Gong was sent by him to find a venue, but no one could help.

Because of the matter of "Painted Skin", Han Sanping and Wang Changtian did not interfere with the matter of "Huo Qubing" and allowed Wan Qingshan to do whatever he wanted. If Wan Qingshan did not take the initiative to ask them for help, they would not ask for help.

Jiang Zhiqiang wanted to help, but the people in his company didn't know much about mainland actors, so they couldn't help him even if they wanted to.

When Wan Qingshan had a headache, he thought about asking Feng Linlin to help, but he quickly gave up the idea and asked Feng Linlin to help. There was no guarantee that Li Erwei would use this to get artists under Meiyuan to intervene.

After having a headache for a while, Wan Qingshan didn't bother to think about the supporting characters. He settled on Wei Qing and Yizhi first.

Yi Zhixie was easy to find. Wan Qingshan called Hu Jun, and then asked Feng Linlin to send Hu Jun's movie invitation to the [-]th Agency on behalf of the crew.

Wei Qing, Wan Qingshan actually really wants to find Lu Jianmin. The Wei Qing played by Lu Jianmin in "The Great Emperor Wu of Han" is really amazing, but the Wei Qing in "Huo Qubing" is less than thirty, so he should be full of heroic spirit. Lu Jianmin is almost forty. In appearance, he looked too Dunhou, and since he was not well-known, he decided to look for Liu Ye later.

Liu Ye is almost [-], and Wei Qing was also nearly [-] during the Battle of Monan. As long as the skin is roughened, the appearance will match, and with Liu Ye's acting skills that haven't turned stupid, Wan Qingshan is also relieved.

However, after calling Liu Ye in Wanqingshan, Liu Ye declined. His schedule for the next year was fully booked, including "Heaven's Mouth", "Hold the Call" and "Tough Guy". All three dramas were signed. .

Liu Ye didn't have time, which really stumped Wan Qingshan. He didn't have any other actors to choose for the role of Wei Qing.

After Wan Qingshan thought for a while, he stopped thinking about Wei Qing for the time being and went to look for supporting actors first.

(End of this chapter)