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Chapter 751: Studio 421

"Cousin, did you really ask for me?"

Song Zuer was particularly excited to see Shu Chang, because all the resources she had gained since she became famous were not as good as this opportunity.

"I asked, but there's no chance. I've already said that Director Li won't give in to his rigid requirements. Just wait for the results of the arts exam and study hard at Beijing Film Academy. There will be plenty of opportunities later."

Shu Chang said indifferently, then he was too lazy to pay any more attention to it, turned around and left, anyway, he had done what he needed to do.

But Shu Chang didn't notice that Song Zuer was staring at her with eyes wide open behind her, then she showed a sarcastic sneer and seemed to be muttering something.

Imperial Capital Film Academy, Office 421, this is the office of the Dean of the Animation School of Imperial Capital Film Academy.

Of course, Sun Lijun has now been promoted to the next level and become the vice president of the entire college, and only serves as the dean of the School of Animation concurrently.

At this moment, Li Mu and Guo Fan were both here, and both were invited.

"Come, have some tea. A few days ago, a friend sent me some Keemun black tea. It's quite fragrant. Let's try it."

Sun Lijun said with a smile, pushing two teacups forward.

Li Mu and Guo Fan looked at each other and both guessed that he might have something to ask for.

Tea is a science. When people in leadership positions pour tea themselves, there are generally two situations. One is that you, as his subordinate, need to make sacrifices.

On the other hand, it is a non-subordinate relationship, but there is something to be asked for.

Otherwise, just ask the secretary to pour the tea.

Li Mu was not polite either. He picked up the teacup and smelled it. This Keemun black tea is famous for its fragrant aroma. When soaked in boiling water, it can indeed smell the aroma of tea with the hot steam coming to your nose.

Take a sip and you will find it rich, mellow and refreshing, it is truly the best.

However, when it comes to Sun Lijun's position, most of the gifts from friends are not bad, and he won't give away anything bad.

"How is it? Not bad, right?" Sun Lijun said confidently when he saw Li Mu and Guo Fan both took a sip.

"Director Sun, please pack eight or ten kilograms for me. It's really good."

Li Mu joked, and the atmosphere instantly became a lot more relaxed.

"I don't have that much here at all, where can I find it for you?" Sun Lijun scolded with a smile, "I still have half a catty and a catty here, can you take some when you go later?"

"Forget it, a gentleman does not take away what others like!"

Li Mu waved his hand. It’s not like he didn’t have good tea. He just said that on purpose.

After some preparation, Sun Lijun finally got down to business; "I heard that The Wandering Earth will start filming soon?"

"Almost. Some of the cast members have been confirmed, and some will probably be finalized in the next few days."

Guo Fan responded.

"Have you found someone responsible for the physical effects of The Wandering Earth?"

"Golden Shield had previously collaborated with Dream Shadow on Edge of Tomorrow, so we found them for some of the features this time. Then, Tiancai and Industrial Light & Magic were responsible for some of the special prop designs."

Li Mu nodded. The physical special effects mainly refer to "physical special effects", which refers to the sum of various special effects actually shot on the set.

These may include special effects makeup, special props, special costumes, special scenery, electronically controlled mechanical creatures, etc., not just cool special effects.

"That's great. I asked you guys to come here to ask if we can bring the 421 Animation Film Studio of the academy and let them participate in it."

Sun Lijun said slowly, "As you all know, 421 Studio was originally established by me. It was originally a studio focusing on original animation production, but now it has gradually evolved into animation, film and television, toys, and model production.

You don't have to worry about the talent. The studio is composed of graduates from the Animation School of the Imperial Film Academy and outstanding artistic talents from various universities.
It’s just that the studio needs to develop and completely get rid of the name of 421. But foreign films, to be frank, look down on us, and there are only a handful of domestic films that can be as good as yours.”

421 Studio, Li Mu and Guo Fan were naturally familiar with this studio, after all, they both graduated from Beijing Film Academy.

The number 421 is taken from this office.

It's just that it's currently neither high nor low, and there are many reasons for that. Sun Lijun obviously wants to give it a hand again and make a complete change, rather than limiting it to the so-called 421.

In fact, because Mengying Media is large enough, the talents currently available at Mengying Media are enough to cover these. But although it is not true that more is better, it would not hurt to add 421 Studio.

And there are indeed quite a few talents here, but the business volume in this area is not large. The large domestic ones are done by foreign teams, and the small ones do not have much technical content, so the budget is naturally limited.

Currently, the largest company in the domestic physical special effects industry has a revenue of only 3000-5000 million, and its profit scale is extremely limited.

Of course, the most important thing is that Sun Lijun spoke up, so this favor should be done, especially since there is no loss involved.

"Director Sun, that's great. As for talents, the more the better. How about calling the person in charge over so that everyone can meet him first?"

Li Mu made the decision in a moment.

"Yes, yes, yes, I'll call him now. He happens to be here today, discussing something at the animation academy."

After a while, Huang Tianyu, the manager of 421 Studio, came.

"Director Li, Director Guo."

"Tianyu, please introduce Studio 421." Sun Lijun gestured.

"Okay, there are only about 421 members in the studio, many of whom have studied at Weta."

Huang Tianyu slowly introduced the team to Li Mu and Guo Fan. Indeed, the team was not big, but they were all professional talents. However, in the current domestic market, it was not easy to make money, and they could basically only guarantee not to suffer losses.

"Okay, you and Director Guo should have more contact with the special props team later, and integrate into it as soon as possible."

Li Mu nodded and finalized the matter.

"Thank you Director Li, thank you Director Guo."

"It's okay. By the way, you also graduated from Beijing Film Academy?"

Li Mu asked subconsciously.

"Director Li, I graduated from Imperial Capital University of Technology in 10."

Huang Tianyu's answer surprised Li Mu a little. After all, he thought that the 421 Studio was most likely still led by people from Beijing Film Academy, after all, it was founded by Sun Lijun in the early s.

It seems that this person is really a talent, otherwise he would not be the manager of 421 Studio. "."

"Come on, Tianyu, sit down and have some tea with Director Li and Director Guo. They are the most professional in the country."

"Director Sun, you have to add more tea to increase the workload. Look, the water is clear now."

After discussing the serious matters, Li Mu also started joking.

"You are so ruthless in your attempt to steal my tea. Come on, come on, grab another crop."

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"By the way, will the casting teacher Liu Cixin come?"

Li Mu suddenly thought of this on the way back with Guo Fan. After all, Liu Cixin was also one of the producers of "The Wandering Earth".

"Teacher Liu said he would not participate because everyone has their own expertise.

Moreover, he would not be present during the filming process to avoid giving negative comments. He would only participate if the script or world view needed to be adjusted."

"That's called professionalism," Li Mu praised.

"I think it's probably because you're the director, who's more professional than you?"

"Nonsense. Mr. Liu Cixin was able to write The Three-Body Problem. The images in his mind are beyond my reach. But directing a movie is really a profession that requires expertise."

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After hearing what Li Mu said, Guo Fan didn't know how to respond for a moment.

The casting was actually not difficult, because there were not many options for the leading male role. It required a male actor born after 90, who had to be masculine and not too handsome. After a lot of thinking, there were not many good choices.

As for actresses born after 00, it is even more difficult because of the age restriction and the fact that Li Mu has to choose those who don’t look too pretty at first glance. Once the screening starts, all the unlucky ones are eliminated.

There is only one "koi from heaven" left.

"Oh my god, this girl is so lucky."

"You're only a few years old, you're so lucky."

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At the audition site, Li Mu had already decided on the role of Han Duoduo and gave it to Zhao Jinmai, the actress who played some roles in the children's fantasy comedy "Balala the Fairies".

Even she herself couldn't believe it and her eyes were a little confused.

"What's the matter? Is there anything else?" Li Mu saw that he was still standing there and thought that there was something else.

"Director, are you really going to choose me?"

".Didn't I just say that?"

Li Muhe couldn't help but laugh in the director's seat.

"Uh, no, no, I just find it a little unbelievable. I feel like I won five million dollars. Director, can I ask why you chose me?"

It's just that she is still young. If she were older, Zhao Jinmai probably wouldn't have the courage to ask.

"Do you want to hear the truth or a lie?" Li Mu also laughed.

Guo Fan also laughed. He certainly knew the reason for Li Mu's choice.

Zhao Jinmai mustered up her courage and said, "Um, Director, I want to hear the truth."

"Because you don't look very pretty at first glance, it's not easy to lose your role, and the movie doesn't need such a pretty person to act."

"Huh?" Zhao Jinmai suddenly looked like a wilted eggplant, listless, "Isn't the director attracted by my acting skills?"

“Well, what acting skills do you think I can see from ‘Balala the Fairies’?” Li Mu asked back, and everyone in the audience, including the casting director, laughed.

"But if you come to my crew, you have to be mentally prepared. It will definitely be very hard. If you have any problems with your acting, I will not show mercy and will slowly correct them for you."

"I understand, director. I will try my best." I have to say that this little girl has a strong ability to encourage herself and she recovered quickly.

But he didn't seem to give up yet, and continued to ask, "Director, can you tell a lie?"

Li Mu thought about it, and finally said slowly: "Maybe it's because you are more optimistic."

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"Hahaha, why are you treating that little girl like that? She must be heartbroken."

In the evening, Liu Yifei heard Li Mu talking about this and burst into laughter.

"No, I think she is quite optimistic."

"I am optimistic, but I am definitely depressed. Which girl would not mind others saying that she is not pretty?"

Liu Yifei's eyebrows were curved into crescent shapes because of her smile.

"You, have you always felt that you are not pretty?" Li Mu counterattacked and gave a general order.

"Then I can only speak for myself. If you dare to speak for me, I will beat you up."

"Oh, I'm so scared." Li Mu yawned and didn't take Liu Yifei's threat seriously at all.

Just when Liu Yifei was about to teach Li Mu a lesson, the little bun came over step by step with his little followers.

"Dad, Mom, Grandma said to drink soup."

"Huh? Didn't you just finish your meal and soup?" Li Mu stood up, looking confused.

"I don't know much!" The little boy shook his head quickly.

"Oh, you know your daughter is slurring her words now, she must have been drinking sugar water!"

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(End of this chapter)