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Chapter 214 Thunderous Means!

There are so many actors, it’s hard to choose.

Chen Shiping looked at the young and beautiful faces in the photos and felt numb for a moment.

Movies don't require acting skills, but the character must have a good temperament and a beautiful image.

These actors are all quite suitable, and the inappropriate ones were crossed out by Chen Shiping.

For example, Xu Qing is really good-looking and has a good temperament, but she has some baby fat.

Xu Qing, a fat baby, drove a bus on the highway and took off. No matter how you think about it, it goes against the rules!
The same goes for Chen Hong, Diao Chan drives a bus
Beauties with classical temperament are not suitable.

Zheng Shuang has a good image, and she is very sassy when she plays Hu Sanniang. Needless to say, Liu Bei is a standard sassy character.

Lin Fangbing is more suitable. She has long legs and is beautiful. Chen Shiping likes the cover photo of her in an issue of Popular Film Magazine.

Wearing a silver dress, with long flowing hair, she is cool and beautiful.

In the past two years, he has also acted in many suspense dramas, and has also played big stars in movies, and his reputation among audiences is very good.

In addition to these, there are Jiang Wenli and Gong Li who are also joining in the fun.

Gong Li has just finished playing the role of the pot-bellied Qiu Ju and the Juxian girl from Bada Hutong, so it’s better not to play the role of Dasha Mi, a racing driver.

Jiang Wenli can give it a try, it's quite suitable.

After Chen Shiping looked at it for a while, he put the photo down and called him over for the audition later.

As for the male actors, Chen Shiping thinks that Xu Yajun and Hu Jun, the sons of Shengtian, are more suitable.

Xu Yajun is so popular. He is one of the few actors who has appeared on the cover of popular film magazines. His temperament is not as good as that of Shengtian Banzi.

Hu Jun is tall and came from the army compound, and he is very energetic.

Now he is not as rough as he was later, and he is very suitable for this role.

The most important thing is that Hu Jun has great sexual tension. If the movie is released overseas, it will be very popular.

Chen Shiping can't only consider the mainland market, but also consider overseas markets.

The model of Chinese kung fu combined with Hollywood blockbusters, not to mention reaching the whole world, at least has a market in Asia.

In the past, Hong Kong films made huge profits in the Asian market, but now we can take a tentative step by riding on the momentum of Hong Kong films.

After Chen Shiping preliminarily screened the list, he notified the people in the production department to send out audition notices.

After the actors are selected, they still need to be trained. The women will drive and the men will practice.

If everything goes well, it will be launched by the end of the year.

At the end of the year, the capital city is decorated with white lanterns and Chinese knots.

It’s already a blockbuster movie, wouldn’t it be a pity if we don’t include some elements of oriental culture!

It’s a pity that we didn’t have enough time to catch up with this year’s Lunar New Year release, so we had to let Police Story do the Lunar New Year release.

As for the speed of life and death, we can only work hard to see if we can catch up with the Spring Festival.

The Spring Festival period should also be developed well, and the movie market should be enlarged!
The audition still had to wait two days, so Chen Shiping took a rare break and prepared to go to Chengde Film and Television.

By the way, let's see how Jiang Wen's preparations are going.

But before he left, Yongsheng called.

The post-production of the first and second parts of The Deer and the Cauldron has been completed and Xiangjiang is preparing to be released, but there has been no news from the mainland.

Yongsheng couldn't bear it anymore and took the initiative to call and ask.

Chen Shiping answered the phone and said helplessly: "There was a problem with the film review. The three wives and four concubines in The Deer and the Cauldron and many spoof scenes did not pass the review."

"What should we do now, Director Chen? The movies you produce won't be given any face by the boss?"

Yong Sheng asked anxiously, already having a bad premonition in his heart. First, Zhou Xingxing canceled the film contract, and then Wang Jin canceled the contract for Qiu Shuzhen and said that he would retire and prepare to get married.

Nowadays, movies cannot pass censorship in mainland China. With so many things connected together, even a fool knows something is going to happen!
Chen Shiping said patiently: "It's enough to give me face. Yesterday I was scolded and asked to delete the film again.

Just wait for my news. I will arrange for it to be released as soon as the factory cuts it and passes the review. Funds are also tight in the factory, and Guan Zhilin also called to inquire about investment. I am more anxious than you now! "

After hearing what Chen Shiping said, Yongsheng became less suspicious.

That's right. The film studio and Chen Shiping have invested a lot of money, and they probably don't want the film to lose money.

"That's all thanks to Director Chen. If you need help with anything, please don't be polite."

"Yeah, don't worry, I will solve it as soon as possible."

After Chen Shiping finished speaking, he hung up the phone.

Solve the problem!
After the leader of the Demon Cult finishes filming, he will still be stuck!
Just dragging it on, dragging Yongsheng's funds to death!
When he is half-dead, you can send someone to collect his movies and give him a buyout price for the imported copies.

Chen Shiping didn't want to make it too ugly, otherwise he wouldn't make any detours.

Just withhold the movie and not release it, even if it passes censorship, it won't be released to you!
Chen Shiping took the car keys and prepared to go home to pick up Tao Huimin for some fun in Chengde.

But before the car arrived home, Zhonghe called him.

Mr. Li personally called him over for a meeting.

Chen Shiping immediately knew that it was Yongsheng's weakling who went to complain!
Grandma’s! Tell me what you're doing!

I’m afraid I don’t know Mr. Li’s attitude towards Hong Kong films, so I’m stuck with just two words!

Otherwise, why would the superiors transfer Mr. Li to Yindu!
If I hadn't insisted on it, the higher-ups would have restricted co-production long ago, so why would you still be doing such trivial things!

I can’t tell who is the father!
Just like Mr. Li advocated, we should use thunderous means to directly cut off the co-production!

Yong Sheng, let the people from the Xiangjiang film industry beat you in person this time!

How dare you file a complaint!

They directly released news that they would stop co-productions and restrict Hong Kong films from entering the mainland market!
I don’t believe that Yongsheng will not be kicked out in Xiangjiang!

It's okay for Yong Sheng to bully celebrities, but the financial backers behind many film companies are something he can't afford to offend.

The more Chen Shiping thought about it, the angrier he became. When he came to Zhonghe, his face was still smelly.

Mr. Li asked with a smile: "Why are you showing off your face? I haven't talked about you yet."

"Hey, needless to say, did Yongsheng file a complaint?" Chen Shiping looked at Mr. Li and said, "I didn't mean to block him."

Mr. Li smiled and shook his head and said: "This is not what I'm looking for you to do. You can make several co-productions by yourself."

Chen Shiping was stunned for a moment, then suddenly thought of something, and asked with some surprise: "Has Yindu secretly acquired theater chains?"

"That's right!"

Mr. Li said with a smile: "Your previous reminder was very timely, and your timing was just right. Director Liao has acquired many Debao and Golden Princess theaters through overseas relationships."

Princess Jin's satellite company closed down, Debao's Wanwan investors ran away, and both theater chains could no longer survive. Chen Shiping knew early on that they wanted to have fun, so he reminded Director Liao and Mr. Li that they could have a go.

I didn’t expect it to happen! I just don’t know if Zhonghe also paid for it.

Chen Shiping was a little happy and asked with a smile: "Is it through the relationship with the boss of Great Wall Movies?"

"Your guess is quite accurate. We don't worry if others take us in."

Mr. Li looked at him and said: "Now those theaters have been transferred to Shuangnan Cinema Line, and they will be listed in a few days."

"This is a good thing." Chen Shiping congratulated: "Mr. Li, when you go back to take office, you will take over a silver capital with no shortcomings."

Mr. Li nodded, but soon became serious again and said:
"There will be a research meeting on the future development of mainland and Hong Kong films in two days. You can participate together and share your thoughts so that we can determine policy guidelines next year."

Chen Shiping was a little curious. Normally, the meeting would not be held until next year, and Mr. Li would not go to Yindu until the middle of next year.

"Why is it so early?" Chen Shiping asked doubtfully.

Mr. Li said with a smile: "Now that you are involved in the Directors Guild and actively co-produce, you have to prepare some work in advance, otherwise a sudden change will have a huge impact."

Chen Shiping nodded and said, "Then I understand, but I think this meeting will last for a few more months!"

Mr. Li smiled and said: "Let's discuss it slowly. After all, it is a big matter. By the way, do you want me to help you deal with those movies?"

"It would be great to have your help." Chen Shiping said with a smile: "I originally wanted to keep procrastinating, but it is still too troublesome to think about."

"Tell me what you think."

Chen Shiping smiled and told him his plan.

After listening to this, Mr. Li raised his eyebrows and said, "You are trying to scare them first, but this is fine. Maybe it will be easier to deal with next year."

There is no way to rectify it without taking some drastic measures!
The position of public opinion must be won! The bridgehead for mainland films to enter the Asian market must be won!

Putting it in the hands of those people in Xiangjiang will only be a waste!

A group of people are messing around for money, and good Hong Kong movies have been turned into a mess. If they can't survive, they come to the mainland again!
After Chen Shiping left Zhonghe, he felt that he had a lot of ideas.

There is still a lack of training, there is less official flavor in me, and there are more businessmen’s ideas.

After Chen Shiping drove home, he didn't want to go around Chengde anymore.

Let’s finish off Yongsheng first!
After The Deer and the Cauldron delayed for a few more days, Yongsheng took the initiative to call and inquire.

Chen Shiping didn't bother to pretend this time, and said directly: "There are too many co-productions, and we need to protect the development of mainland movies. You called China Cooperation, why didn't you call China Film!"

After saying that, Chen Shiping hung up the phone and called back quickly.

But Chen Shiping didn't answer, and soon Yongsheng found Shi Nansheng and asked Shi Nansheng to come over as a lobbyist.

Chen Shiping answered Shi Nansheng's call, but he didn't say much. He only said that Yongsheng called Zhonghe, which caused him to be scolded.

"The superiors have long ago restricted co-productions. If I hadn't always emphasized that co-productions can promote the development of mainland films, you would have been stuck!
He even called me to complain! The Deer and the Cauldron was already a big problem, but now that it’s been caught and it hurts my feet, there’s nothing I can do about it! Just fend for yourself! "

Chen Shiping cursed and hung up the phone.

I feel so good!
Chen Shiping was in a better mood, but Shi Nansheng was confused.

what happened? Is Hong Kong film really about to end?
Why did Yongsheng call Zhonghe when he had nothing to do?

You don’t know much about the mainland, so you dare to mess around!

I really think the mainland is supporting you!

Shi Nansheng has a detailed understanding of the opinions of mainland leaders on Hong Kong films.

There are many people who have objections to co-productions, but not everyone supports them.

Now that's good, I've found an excuse for others! Even Chen Shiping couldn’t stand it!
After thinking about it for a while, Shi Nansheng felt that there was still room for redemption in this matter, and Chen Shiping must have a way to solve it.

After all, co-production and common development have always been what he has advocated, and it is also the reason why he has succeeded today.

To give up on co-production would be to deny one's past propositions and to lose the struggle.

How can we go up from now on? Chen Shiping must have a solution!

Shi Nansheng comforted himself in his heart and settled down, but he was still worried that Chen Shiping didn't want to care anymore.

If you think about it from his perspective, Shi Nansheng can also understand Chen Shiping.

I let you make money, but you stabbed me in the back and caused me to be scolded by my boss. How can I let you go?

Shi Nansheng sighed, thought for a while and then called a friend in the mainland.

I want to find out what China Cooperation’s attitude is towards co-production.

"I've also heard about this. Chen Shiping was scolded very badly this time. I heard that he was called to China Film Group Corporation to give him a severe scolding. In two days, he will come to China Film Group Corporation to discuss co-production issues. This time it may really be true. Co-productions need to be restricted.”

After listening to his friend's words, Shi Nansheng was completely helpless. He hurriedly thanked him and hung up the phone.

It’s not over now!
With no one helping them mediate, co-production is really stuck. What will they do in the future?
Shi Nansheng knew that Chen Shiping was his biggest hope now, but he also felt sad in his heart.

Originally, Hong Kong films were good, and they could survive for a few more years, and perhaps they could continue to develop healthily.

However, he was beaten to pieces by Chen Shiping's punches and kicks, forcing him to rely on him.

The problem is that if Chen Shiping lets go now, won't he die directly? !

Even though he knew that all this was because of Chen Shiping, Shi Nansheng couldn't fall out and could only point the finger at Yongsheng.

It's better for one person to die than for everyone to die together!

At the very least, let Chen Shiping change his mind now and try to secure a co-production for them in the Mainland, and then we can slowly make plans later.

Soon the news came, and the entire Hong Kong film industry was stunned.

What's going on? We are in full swing of co-production with the mainland. You want to restrict it?
After Wu Siyuan learned the news, he said excitedly: "I knew there would be no good things to gain from going north! That Chen Shiping wants to kill Hong Kong movies at first sight!"

"President, do you think this is useful now? Think about what to do!"

"That's right, co-productions with mainland China cannot enter Wanwan. What will happen to the films we invested in in the future!"

“Not only are films co-produced with Mainland China not allowed to enter the Wanwan market, but films that are not co-produced can also not be admitted.

Wanwan is now increasing the introduction of Western films and protecting the development of local films. Apart from Jiahe and those companies that can co-produce, how can others enter! "

"Protecting local films and introducing Western films, what the hell is going on!"

"If you watch too many Western movies, you still have to watch Chinese-language movies. If you don't have Hong Kong movies, you'll have to watch local movies from Wanwan."

Everyone knows that the key now lies with Chen Shiping and Yongsheng!
But what should we do to satisfy Chen Shiping? Yongsheng’s background is not clean, how can we deal with this problem?

"First let Shi Nansheng inquire about Chen Shiping's attitude. As for Yongsheng, let him bow his head and admit his mistake, otherwise we will all die because of him."

(End of this chapter)