During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 25 Dinner and Ideas

For the convenience of the crew, the dinner venue was near the film and television city, and assistant Li Na booked three tables in advance.

When a group of people came to the hotel private room, Wei Jin was not polite and asked everyone to take a seat.

The crew members were also very conscious and spontaneously sat at the other two tables, leaving the main table for the big shots.

As the host, Miss Cai naturally accompanied Wei Jin. Director Li Guoli, assistant director Wu Jinyuan and several leading actors, Liu Yifei and Liu's mother were also at the table.

With a smile on his face, Wei Jin chatted with the main creators about interesting things during the filming process. By the way, he also asked whether the two Taiwanese compatriots were accustomed to life in the mainland. He also talked with the two directors about the domestic TV drama market.

"Mr. Wei, do you think our drama will be popular?"

The person who asked the question was director Li Guoli. "Sword and Sword" is the first domestic TV series adapted from a game, so it's normal to feel unsure.

In fact, the entire first production team of Sugar Man was basically from Xiangjiang.

In the late 90s, Ms. Cai formed Sugar Man together with several directors and producers from Hong Kong. Since then, she has been taking root in the mainland, digging deep into the field of TV dramas, and once became a leader in the field of domestic TV dramas.

Especially for costume dramas, Sugar Man Film and Television at its peak can be called the "cosplay overlord".

However, success and failure are also in ancient costumes. The narrow road has restricted the development of Sugar Man and missed many opportunities for take-off.

In addition, several of the founders always adhered to the Xiangjiang way, were unwilling to accept capital, and liked to eat alone. Major domestic circles did not like to see sugar people. The road to film was extremely bumpy, and eventually it gradually declined.

"Director Li, you should ask Mr. Cai about this."

Wei Jin was a little funny when he heard this:

"We Sugar Man are the main controller and the leading investor, so we must respond with a positive attitude, but that is not objective. As an investor, Mr. Wei, you will be more rational. I also want to hear your opinion."

As soon as these words came out, Ms. Cai and the other main creators also looked at Wei Jin with some expectation. It was obvious that the whole team was not confident.

"Well, let me simply tell you my opinion."

"Our drama is positioned as a costume fairy tale. First of all, is there a domestic market for costume films?
  There must be some, so what types of costume films are the most popular?
  I guess you have many answers, but if you want to ask what type of period film will definitely be popular?

I want to say that it was adapted by Jin Yong.

Have you ever wondered why Jin Yong’s costume films can become hits as long as the production team works hard enough?
  The answer is Jin Yong's original work, which has a huge readership.

At present, most of the remote controls in China are in the hands of people in the 60s to 80s. Most of these people have read Jin Yong's novels. So when the novel is turned into a film and television, and you can see the heroes and martial arts in the novel on the screen, I think most people will definitely watch it as long as they have time. "

Wei Jin took a sip of tea, paused and continued:

"So according to this logic, "Sword of Immortal" is adapted from a game. This game has been around for more than 8 years. Most of the people who played the game have grown up by now. Can you tell me how huge the potential this is? Moviegoers? Are you still worried about ratings?"

Wei Jin's analysis was well-founded and convincing, and the faces of the leading actors even showed joy.

Mother Liu also had a surprised look on her face. She didn't seem to have expected that this young man had such insights into the TV drama market. She looked at Wei Jin thoughtfully.

"So, as long as you adapt a popular novel or game, it will definitely become a hit?"
  Ms. Cai continued to ask, as if she was exploring the password for viewing.

"You can't say that. I can only say that there is a foundation for a big hit. In fact, excellent scripts, reliable actors, professional directors, and exquisite production are all indispensable."

In fact, Wei and Jin's theory is the big IP theory. It was the basic theory after Internet capital entered the film and television field in the previous life. But for now in 04, it is no more than a panacea.

Seeing that Miss Cai wanted to continue asking questions, Wei Jin quickly invited everyone to eat. For a while, the atmosphere was harmonious.

Ms. Cai also thought that the future was long and she wanted to establish a good relationship first, so she motioned to the creatives with her eyes to come and toast. He was not afraid when Wei and Jin came, and his body had been strengthened to this extent. He didn't even know how much he could drink.

"Director Wei, I'm sorry about what happened in the afternoon. It's mainly because Yifei has encountered some rumors recently. Please forgive me."

Liu's mother came with Liu Yifei to toast and also explained the intense reaction in the afternoon.

"Ms. Liu is overly worried. Yifei and I are classmates. Although we have never met before, I have watched her starring in "The Family" and "Dragon". I am half a movie fan. This is my first time meeting her in person. It was a bit crazy for a while."

Wei Jin also had a more upright attitude and did not argue with a mother who loved her daughter eagerly.

Although Mother Liu had various tricks in her previous life, and Tianhu's good cards at the beginning were beaten to pieces by her, it is undeniable that as a mother, she loves her daughter.

"Come on, Xixi, give Director Wei a drink."

Liu's mother took her daughter and said, Liu Yifei was less than 17 years old at this time, and she was completely a little loli. She held a cup of tea and said with a slight blush on her face:
  "Director Wei, I don't know how to drink. I'll give you tea instead of wine. It's up to you."

This was the first time Wei Jin heard Liu Yifei's voice. It was a bit soft and waxy, like a kitten.

"Oh Yifei, it's okay if I call you this. Don't call me Director Wei. We are classmates. You can just call me Wei Jin."

Wei Jin didn't have any thoughts about the little girl. He was just as surprised as a passerby seeing a celebrity.

"Well, okay, Wei Jin." The voice was as thin as silk, almost inaudible.

"Director Wei, do you think our Yifei family can develop into movies?"

Mother Liu wants to hear the opinions of professionals.

"Of course you can, but I suggest you hone your acting skills in TV dramas for the time being. Yifei is still a bit immature at the moment, and it is difficult to find suitable roles for her in movies."

Wei Jin did not tell lies. In fact, Liu Yifei is too young now and has basically no acting skills. She cannot control the role at all, unless she encounters a tailor-made script and can act in her true colors.

"Well, if there is a suitable role for Yifei in the future, please ask Director Wei to give her a chance."

Liu's mother didn't have much expectations, she just wanted to make a good relationship.

"Definitely, there will be a chance."

Two hours later, Wei Jin declined Sugar Man's arrangement and returned to the hotel with his assistant.

Staying alone in the room, Wei Jin's thoughts began to rise. Ever since winning the Berlin Prize, he had actually been thinking about what to make his first commercial film.

It is true that the film environment in 04 was not friendly, and the domestic infrastructure was still somewhat lagging behind. As of the end of 2003, the total number of domestic screens was 2296, an increase of more than 02 from 700. This was the first time private capital was introduced into the theater in 03. caused by lines.

You must know that the number of domestic screens in 2012 was 8000, which created the myth that "囧囧" exceeded 12 billion, and now it is less than %.

In other words, at this stage, no matter what kind of film, the total number of screens is there, and the box office limit is never high.

However, Liu Yifei at dinner gave Wei Jin inspiration, and a low-budget youth romance film was a good choice.

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(End of this chapter)