Huayu: The director just wants to save money

Chapter 411 I have won an award, can’t I do something extraordinary?
"Yes."

Zhou Mo turned on his computer and pulled out the script he had almost written.

Da Tiantian took a look at the name.

"In My Song?"

She glanced at Zhou Mo and said, "This... seems to be the name of a song?"

"That's it." Zhou Mo nodded with a smile.

At this moment, Da Tiantian still didn't understand the meaning of this sentence.

But half an hour later, when she had roughly finished reading the script, she looked at Zhou Mo with a rather serious look.

It turns out that the name of this script is more than just the same as the song.

Even the story is the same.

The story is about a certain Qu who became extremely popular on the stage of "The Voice of China" two years ago and is now planning to hold concerts everywhere.

The content of this movie is also centered around Qu Mou...

No.

This is a script portrayed by what Qu's mother Zhang did over the past 10 to 20 years.

After reading the entire script, Da Tiantian was reminded of some things she had heard at home some time ago, which happened to be related to this mother and daughter.

She looked at Zhou Mo, a little curious: "Have you heard about these two people?"

"Concert? Of course. After all, it's so grand, how could I not have heard of it?"

Da Tiantian shook her head: "No, I mean what Zhang did before. I remember that this matter should not have been publicized."

Zhou Mo grinned: "Do I need to hear more about this? Just go to the old town over there and ask around, and you'll find all the mistakes this guy has made are everywhere."

He glanced at Da Tiantian silently and found that Da Tiantian kept pursing her lips. He suddenly asked, "Tiantian, you are not going to persuade me not to make this movie, are you?"

Da Tiantian immediately shook her head and glared at Zhou Mo.

"What are you thinking! When did I ever stop you from making a movie? You are wronging me!"

Zhou Mo smiled apologetically.

"I can see that you have been thinking about something... I also know that the theme of this movie is indeed somewhat sensitive."

"It's good that you know." Da Tiantian explained: "I was thinking, you said in the past that you have no plans to make this kind of movie that is in line with reality and has a special nature. Why did you change this time?"

Zhou Mo thought, I can't not take advantage of this opportunity to do something, otherwise the person might just turn around and run away.

Even if I told you, you wouldn't believe it.

He touched it casually, and the trophy and certificate appeared on the table.

"Of course it's this... I wasn't afraid when I didn't have this, and now that I have this, I'm still not afraid. So, isn't it true that I won the award for nothing?"

Da Tiantian: ...

She always thought this reason was ridiculous.

But considering the actual situation, it surprisingly makes sense.

Directors as a group all have some realistic feelings and stubborn tempers to a greater or lesser extent.

I could still control it when I wasn't famous.

Once you become famous, you will naturally want to do something you like.

So many examples at home and abroad have confirmed this conclusion.

Fortunately, it seems that Zhou Mo is still sober at the moment.

Although she said she wanted to make an art film, combined with the information she knew, it was still very relevant to current affairs.

"Since you want to shoot, then go ahead. Is there anything you need me to do?" Since it was confirmed that they were going to shoot, Da Tiantian habitually started to help Zhou Mo fill in the gaps.

This has been the way the two have been cooperating over the past few years.

Whether it was the filming of "John Wick" or "Cold Wind", Zhou Mo was the one who found the people, and afterwards Da Tiantian would usually help Zhou Mo go over the plan and notify some people.

Most of the time, the people Datian notifies have basically no use for it.

But if it really comes in handy, at least it won’t delay anything.

Zhou Mo hugged Da Tiantian and kissed her: "Thank you Tiantian, I want this movie to be released soon, preferably within three months, is that ok?"

Da Tiantian thought about what she had just seen in the script.

Although there is a lot of text, strictly speaking from the plot point of view, there are not many scenes, and no special effects are needed. If we really want to shoot it, we may still have enough time.

Ask Zhou Mo: "When will you finish writing the script? If the filming can be controlled in July, your plan should be achieved."

"Don't worry, it will be fine soon. It will be fine before we return home."

Da Tiantian nodded: "What about the actors? Who should we find? How can we adjust their schedules?"

Zhou Mo chuckled: "Don't worry, we have almost contacted them. The heroine Zhang is called International Zhang, and Zhang's ex-husband is called Wang Baobao."

Da Tiantian suddenly realized: "So that's what Zhang Ziyi meant two days ago?"

"OK."

Da Tiantian said rather strangely: "Then Sister Qiao Qiao was embarrassed. I guess Zhang Ziyi must have laughed at Sister Qiao Qiao in her heart at that time."

Zhou Mo said with a smile: "Fan Qiaoqiao herself is not bad either. Jia Nu and her father jointly control "Entertainment Circle". The powerful ministers film around Fan Qiaoqiao alone. This treatment is no worse than that of Zhang Ziyi."

Da Tiantian thought about it and agreed.

Then he asked, "What about the other characters in My Song?"

"Another ordinary couple in the movie who were crushed by the world. The woman can be called Tan Zhuo and the man can be called Liao Fan or Duan Yihong."

You can find out about Zhang's situation by searching on the Internet.

At the worst time, there was even a situation where both husband and wife were unemployed. In order to make a living, the husband rode his bike to take his wife to do business. This shows Zhang's sin. Qin Zhuo played a dancer who danced in a dance hall to save her daughter's life in "Dying to Survive". She also played Xiaomei who lived in that area in "Mr. Tree". There is nothing wrong with playing such a role.

Not to mention Duan Yihong, his acting skills are absolutely fine.

In fact, Zhang Yi can also do it. Zhou Mo has notified both of them, so they can have a simple audition to see who is in good condition or who has the schedule.

Da Tiantian listened to Zhou Mo's arrangements.

"Okay, I'll help you contact the person now. You should hurry up and shoot the movie for me in the next two days, and I'll arrange it for you then."

"Well, thank you for your help, sweetie."

"Humph, you will never be able to repay this princess' kindness in your lifetime."

……

The last few days left in Cannes.

While Zhou Mo was being dragged to attend the cocktail party, he was completing his script.

At the same time, news about Zhou Mo's speech when he won the Jury Grand Prix at the Cannes Awards Ceremony finally spread across the Internet.

The comments on this issue on the Internet are quite polarized.

Some people think that Zhou Mo's actions were too ostentatious.

Although he won the Jury Prize, doesn't he still have the Palme d'Or?

As a person who won the Grand Jury Prize, your voice is higher than that of the director who won the Palme d'Or. This is too arrogant and will easily create a negative image for the country.

Those who like and support Zhou Mo think that this is his true nature.

A young man should be arrogant when he is young.

Why can't we say the same about the trophies and certificates that were earned legitimately?
Some supporters believe that people in China are often too reserved. Like many foreigners, when being praised, they often say "Yes, that's how I am" or "Thank you for the compliment, I think you are right". However, when young people in China are praised, their first reaction is often "No, no, no, you're too kind."

Both sides didn't know when the topic shifted from Zhou Mo's behavior to culture.

Zhou Mo also did not respond to this online.

Tear it up.

Anyway, it doesn't involve any sensitive topics, so there is no need to correct it.

Let's argue for a few more days and try to keep it up until "Gone Girl" is released in July. Maybe it will help him increase the box office by a few hundred million.

However, the abacus was not turned on after all.

The official announcement has been made.

The online debate was quickly quelled by a barrage of praise for Zhou Mo's behavior.

It’s officially stamped, what else is there to say?
……

A few days later.

Zhou Mo returns to China.

Even though Zhou Mo and Da Tiantian had disguised themselves and even concealed their identities, they still couldn't escape the reporters' pursuit.

Not long after the two got off the plane, they were recognized by sharp-eyed reporters and were immediately surrounded by microphones and cameras.

There is not even a chance to escape.

Zhou Mo was helpless and could only answer some simpler questions with Da Tiantian.

However, to Zhou Mo's surprise, the reporters' main target this time was not him, but Da Tiantian.

"Sweet Princess, how do you feel about winning this time?"

"It's an honour."

"Ms. Jing, do you have any secret to winning the award?"

Da Tiantian glanced at Zhou Mo with a smile.

"Find a potential stock, and then spur him on, let him work hard, and strive to win the award as soon as possible"

This scene happened to be captured by a reporter.

The reporter looked at the two people in the camera.

I feel happy.

I don’t have to worry about this month’s bonus.

"Sweet Princess, before the Cannes Film Festival nominees were announced in April, did you expect the film to achieve such success?"

"No, we were all very surprised when the list of winners came out."

"So what do you think is your main contribution in this award-winning journey? And what is your most irreplaceable role in the crew?"

Ok?
Zhou Mo raised his eyebrows, and his killer instinct was activated.

Having been tricked by reporters for many years, he has developed a sensitivity to certain issues.

As soon as I heard this question, I knew there must be ulterior motives.

Looking at the reporter who asked the question, he had shifty eyes and a mean look, and one could tell at a glance that he was not a good person.

Just as he was about to stand up, Da Tiantian coughed lightly and stopped him with her tone.

Da Tiantian always has a smiling face.

Looking at Zhou Mo, he said, "My role is, of course, to protect Zhou Mo, so that he won't be captured by other malicious companies abroad, kidnapped into a small dark room, and forced to make movies and write scripts all day, or punished by not letting him eat."

The humorous answer immediately made many people laugh.

Yet the reporter kept asking.

"So, Ms. Jing, have you ever had any experience with Director Zhou not working smoothly? Director Zhou has already won the Jury Award, but you don't have any particularly outstanding achievements. Will this gap affect your cooperation?"

(End of this chapter)