During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 209 The stubborn Zhou Yi and Yang Mi’s best friend route

In early December, after completing the filming of "Hunting", Wei Jin returned to the country without any delay, accompanied by a large amount of equipment.

After a day of rest and jet lag, Wei Jin planned to start post-production.

Wei Jin came to the company early in the morning. When many people saw him, they stopped what they were doing and stood up to say hello.

Wei Jin also nodded in response and walked all the way to the editing room of the post-production center, where they unexpectedly met Lu Yang.

"Have you just finished filming? This is a bit inefficient."

There are no big scenes in the film "Defiant". Wei Jin thought it had been done long ago, but he didn't expect that the post-production process had just begun.

"Mr. Wei, well, it's mainly because I was delayed filming the snow scene."

Lu Yang was a little embarrassed. The crew was delayed for a month or two for this scene, otherwise it would have been completed before the National Day. Fortunately, the company had its own manpower, otherwise the cost would have been overrun.

"Okay, no need to explain. I just want to say that it's just right. Let me take a look at your quality."

Wei Jin didn't say much, and simply told the staff about the rough cut requirements for "Hunting" before dragging Lu Yang to the screening room.

The original film without post-production looks really boring, but the director's skills can also be seen from the use of lenses and the construction of scenes. In this regard, Lu Yang is still qualified.

"Yes, not bad. I'm barely qualified. You can follow suit in the later stages of this time. Don't be in a hurry."

A qualified director does not necessarily have to be able to edit, but he must have a clear editing plan, otherwise it will be difficult to express the intention of the film.

"Okay, Mr. Wei."

After Wei Jin finished speaking, he patted Lu Yang on the shoulder and turned to leave. During this period, the company had a backlog of affairs, and he had to take time to deal with them.
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In the office, Chen Zhiming reported to Wei Jin on the progress of the project during this period.

"Mr. Wei, "If You Are the One" has reached an agreement with Jiangsu Provincial Television, and it will be broadcast in the middle to late this month."

This project was given priority by the variety show department because it is really simple. The host plus two emotional guests, plus amateurs selected from auditions, make the recording not too easy.

The cooperation with Jiangsu Province TV Station is also very simple. The guaranteed price is 10 million, the TV station's advertising revenue will be divided 50-50, and all profits from the program will belong to Shanhe Media.

"It's just that, will Director Feng have any objection to our name?"

"Do you have any opinion? Shouldn't these words be exclusive to him? Besides, the launch of the show will increase the popularity of his movies. I didn't ask him to charge for it."

If it weren't for Feng Dapao's own investment in this film, Wei Jin might as well have asked Huayi to collect some promotional fees.

“What’s the ratings of ‘The Voice’ now?”

This variety show has been on the air for more than a month. Wei Jin only paid attention to it when it first aired, but almost didn't bother with it afterward.

"It has already broken 8. Looking at this trend, it is very possible to break 9 or even 10 in the finals."

Chen Zhiming's words were filled with excitement. Every one-point increase in ratings is a profit of tens of millions.

"Well, not bad. It seems that the variety show department is the most lucrative this year, haha."

Wei Jin is also very satisfied. You must know that the current talent show trend has already begun to decline. "The Voice" can counterattack and become a new ace variety show when the audience is tired of watching talent shows. This achievement is already very dazzling.

"Yeah, you don't even know how excited the entire variety show department is. The other departments are very jealous."

Wei Jin didn't say anything after hearing this. He is jealous now. He doesn't know how envious he will be when several variety shows come online next year.

“What’s going on with Snow Leopard?”

"It has been finalized and is still in the late stages of production. It is expected to be completed in January."

War scenes are like this. The shooting period is not short, and the post-production period is relatively long.

"Well, by the way, Zhou Yi still hasn't let go?"

Ordinary people may not have heard of Zhou Yi's name, but Zhou Yi's dramas should be familiar to countless people.

"History of the Martial Arts", "Love Through Time and Space", "Young King", "Water Moon Cave", "Xiao Shiyilang", etc., definitely represent an era.

In the light costume drama market, Zhou Yi is definitely in the leading position.

Wei Jin had taken a liking to Zhou Yi's production team a long time ago and wanted to slowly annex it by taking shares or investing in it. Unfortunately, Zhou Yi, a husband and wife team, was very solid.

However, in the past two years, their two TV series have suffered losses in a row, and investors have turned their backs. Zhouyi's financial situation has been deteriorating, and no works have been released for a long time. Wei Jin feels that this is a good opportunity to get involved.

It's not that Wei Jin insists on collecting celebrities, it's actually that the company's TV drama production department is extremely short of talent. Currently, it can only launch three dramas per year at most, and it is still a bit too slow to cultivate talents on its own.

"No, Jiang Xueyuan is too stubborn. They only accept project investment."

Chen Zhiming also had a headache. That woman was indeed strong. Even though Zhouyi was in decline, she was still determined to burn the boat. She would rather start three dramas a year to fight for a glimmer of hope than accept the acquisition of Shanhe Media.

"Then just wait a little longer, good things won't come soon."

Wei Jin is not in a hurry. The best era of the TV drama market has not yet come, and he has plenty of time.
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"Mei Lanfang", the painstaking work of Palme d'Or director Chen Poet, is released.

What makes people feel strange is that the movie is clearly scheduled to be released on December 12th, but it started to log into major theaters at 5 pm on the 4th.

In this way, the box office for these 6 hours will also be included in the first day's box office, which is completely unfair to other movies.

Many film and television companies and directors in the industry have opinions, but they dare not speak out openly. After all, China Film Group is an investor.

Only Zhang Weiping, who is not afraid of anything, opened his mouth to criticize "Mei Lanfang".

"Others' premieres last 24 hours, so why does "Mei Lanfang" have 6 more hours?"

Since the Olympics, Lao Mouzi's reputation has reached its peak, and Zhang Weiping has returned to his former arrogance and domineering character. He is certainly worthy of his reputation.

With his taking the lead, many directors with objections suddenly jumped out to speak out, setting off a frenzy of public opinion.

There was no reply from China Film Group Corporation, and Poet Chen did not say anything. He was probably feeling guilty.

As if to divert public attention, China Film Group announced the premiere of "The Martian."

On December 12, the venue was the Great Hall. This was the consensus reached by several investors, and this was the most suitable place.

As soon as the news was announced, it immediately occupied the headlines of major portal websites, and the matter of "Mei Lanfang" was suppressed instantly.

In fact, this is China's first hard-core science fiction film that cost 4 million and took a year and a half to make, and it has fully met the expectations of the audience.

The guests invited this time have strict requirements. Companies and artists who are not qualified in the industry are not invited.

For a time, companies and artists in the entertainment industry passively accepted a wave of celebrity judgments.
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Hengdian, the crew of "Sword and Sword III".

"Everyone should work harder these days and hurry up to shoot the last scene. We must finish it before the 10th." Ms. Cai first said to the creatives, and then looked at the director.

"Director Li, is it okay?"

"No problem. There isn't much left. I catch up on one shot every day, so I have plenty of time."

"That's good, Master, come with me."

When Miss Cai took Master Liu to the side to whisper, Yang Mi bumped Hu Ge with his elbow:

"Lao Hu, look at Mr. Cai's situation, has Sugar Man received an invitation letter from "The Martian"?"

Yang Mi had a look of confusion on her face. Fortunately, Da Ke didn't receive the invitation letter. Why did Sugar Man get it?

"No, Mr. Wei sent a private invitation. Shishi and I will also be there as guest stars, so we just take advantage of the opportunity to wrap up the filming as soon as possible to avoid having to replenish the footage later."

Hu Ge's words helped Yang Mi understand. Zeng Jia's words were correct. The pool for Sugar Man was too small and was indeed no place for him to stay. He had to make other plans.

But then Yang Mi began to worry again. If he couldn't enter such a big occasion, the loss would be too great. Those are all connections and resources.

Or are Hu Ge and Liu Shishi lucky enough to have a good personal relationship with Wei Jin? In addition, Zhang Li and Wang Kai, as artists from Shanhe Media, will definitely attend. So it seems that they are the only ones who are not qualified as the main creators of the show?

Thinking of this, Yang Mi came up with Liu Shishi's idea.

On the other side, Miss Cai pulled Master Liu and said earnestly:

"Master, when you go to the capital this time, no matter what, you have to talk to Wei Jin. It's been several months, shouldn't you express your gratitude?"

Although he believed in Wei Jin's character, it had been several months and Master Liu had not benefited at all. Miss Cai was also afraid of long nights and many dreams.

"Sister K, he is not that kind of person. He said he had arrangements, so I will just wait."

Liu Shishi is still trying to tie up Wei Jin, but he doesn't want to appear too utilitarian and lose his competitiveness.

"You, you, you are too young to deal with men, let me tell you."
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The creators of "The Martian" have all received notices and must save time to attend the premiere and subsequent road shows.

The busiest among them is Zhang Ziyi, after all, "Mei Lanfang" is also being released.

Jing Tian was already choosing clothes, planning what to wear that day to walk on the red carpet with Wei Jin.

The little girl's aesthetics are still very good. In addition, she is in her twenties and has the influence of the Wei and Jin Dynasties. She quickly chose several sets of clothes.

"Brother, what do you think of this set?"

In Jingtian's hand was a black bow-tie dress, which made her skin even fairer.

Wei Jin gently put his hands around the girl's waist, and lightly touched Jing Tian's red lips:

"Don't bother me. In my eyes, Tiantian looks good in anything she wears."

"Hehe, brother, you are so disgusting."

"Tiantian, do you like it?"

Wei Jin put the clothes in Jing Tian's hands aside, and his hands were already on the little girl's proud part.

"Yes, I like it, brother, kiss me."
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Just when Wei Jin and Jing Tian were having a rough time, two women were warming each other up in a hotel in Hengdian.

"Mimi, please go to sleep and don't squeeze me."

The idea of ​​sleeping together tonight was proposed by Yang Mi. Thinking that it was almost done and there might not be many opportunities to meet in the future, Liu Shishi agreed.

But feeling the huge size of his best friend's chest, Liu Shishi regretted it, why bother to make himself uncomfortable?

"Oh, they are all girls, what are you afraid of?"

Yang Mi was determined to break through from Master Liu, so naturally he would not give up just like that, and even rubbed himself against her.

"Teacher, I don't know when we will see each other again after this separation."

Yang Mi's voice sounded a little low, she was the best at emotional cards.

"It's okay, Mi Mi. You're in the capital and I'm in the Magic City. We're not too far apart. Let's just make an appointment."

Liu Shishi's words were mostly comforting. You must know that it is normal in the entertainment industry to gather less and stay apart more, and artists' schedules are not arranged by themselves at all.

"To attend the premiere this time, please stay in the capital for two more days so that I can take you around."

"Yeah."

Master Liu is a disciple of Shan Ruliu, and he happens to have a private meeting with his lover in the capital. Isn't this the best cover?

"It's a pity that I can't accompany you to the premiere, see your grace on the screen for the first time, and applaud you at the scene."

"I don't have any charm, I'm just a soy sauce guy."

Master Liu was a little embarrassed to be praised by his best friend, and seemed to think of something again.

"How about I ask it for you? It's just a sign of support if you go."

"It won't have any impact on you, right?"

Although she was pleasantly surprised, Yang Mi still looked like she was thinking about her best friend.

"There should be no problem, brother still loves me very much."

Thinking of Wei Jin's tenderness when he was with him, Master Liu smiled on his face.

"That's good"

Where she couldn't see, Yang Mi also had a smile on her face. She was really a good best friend.
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As a literary film, "Mei Lanfang" has very impressive box office figures, with a three-day box office of 4300 million in its first weekend.

It is worth mentioning that, perhaps because of the good results, the producer did not record the box office for the six hours, which calmed public opinion.

Wei Jin also accompanied Jing Tian to see it once. It must be said that Poet Chen is still very accomplished in aesthetics, and the details of his lines are beautiful.

However, like most directors in China, he has script problems. The plot of this movie becomes more and more hollow as it goes on. I don't know if it is because of the deletion of A Jiao's role.

However, the outside world's evaluation of this film is not low. Most people in the industry believe that director Chen Da, who single-handedly created the legendary classic "Farewell My Concubine", is returning to his level.

Of course there were counterarguments, but they were quickly drowned out.

Amid the praise, Poet Chen became more and more elated. When interviewed by the media, he publicly stated that it was a certainty that he would be selected for Berlin, and even the probability of winning the Golden Bear was 50-50.

There has never been a director who dared to say something publicly with such certainty. It has to be said that if you listen to too many complimentary voices, you will easily lose yourself.

There are many reporters who want to interview Wei Jin. After all, he also aims to be in Berlin. The drama of the battle between two major directors will definitely bring great popularity.

In this regard, Wei Jin only had a brief sentence:

"See you at the film festival."

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