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Chapter 335 Straw
Bastian, a French national treasure-level musician, finally agreed to the invitation of "Untouchable", and will choose the soundtrack for the appropriate scene.

As for the price, it's a little bit cheaper for everyone's face, and for Gan Jing's face that he is barely half a fellow.

Not only did the money not cost much, but the price was even lower. This made Olivier ignorant of the north and south. It is still useful to praise Peking Opera. If Gan Jing’s Peking Opera troupe came to France to perform, he would definitely support him.

For this kind of people who don't know anything about Peking Opera, Gan Jing can only keep a polite smile.

This time, he got something special. He accidentally met Bastian, who was an old friend with Mei Lanfang, and exchanged contact information.

He is an experienced person who has performed in major concert halls all year round. If there is a Peking Opera troupe touring in the future, he may be the right key.

Bastian's soundtrack work is in the post-production stage. After the film is shot, it will be sent to him. The artist will watch the film several times and choose the suitable music.

Someone in the crew could do this work, but the effect obviously did not satisfy Olivier.

In any case, Gan Jing and Olivier worked together to get something done, fulfilling some of his duties as a producer.

If he wasn't here, it would be normal for Bastian to ask for two or three times as much—the artist's price, can that count as the price?Can the money given count as money?

That is called filial piety.

On March 25th, Li An arrived in Europe a little later than the agreed time, and came to Paris after finishing his own activities.

On this day, he didn't wait for Gan Jing's part to end, but went to the crew to visit the set—yes, for so long, the person who officially visited Forrest Gump for filming was an old man in his 50s.

At the shooting location, the famous Chinese director Ang Lee and Mr. Gan Jing who was in a wheelchair had a successful meeting.

"This is Director Olivier, this is Director Ang Lee, haven't you two met before?" Gan Jing made an introduction, and then saw the anxious black actor Omar, smiled and pointed at him, "This It's my partner Omar."

"Although it's a little immature, it has made great progress, and the shooting is getting better and better." Gan Jing commented in a senior tone, but no one present felt that there was anything surprising.

Ang Lee exchanged greetings one by one. He is still well-known internationally, and this popularity is supported by those directors who were defeated by him in awards.

Therefore, he doesn't need to be too polite, just exchanging pleasantries is enough.

Gan Jing actually had no concept of a director of this level in his heart, but seeing Omar's satisfied expression made him understand.

"Hey, let me tell you, Director Li, black actors like Omar, can you recognize them the second time after you meet?" Gan Jing and Li An went to the side, and the crew brought over two chairs and set aside A quiet space.

Li An had a kind smile on his face: "I'm a little face blind."

Gan Jing smiled and mentioned the business: "Are you satisfied with our company's special effects?"

Such a straight-to-the-point question caused the smile on Li An's face to slowly disappear, and he frowned: "It's better than I expected, not as good as I expected."

Is this a bargain or a genuine evaluation?
Gan Jing's heart turned quickly, and he said: "Our company has hired Amber, who won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects, you know?"

"Not to mention how much he can contribute to your company, the award alone is not due to him alone." Li An was noncommittal.

This director is not confused by the best visual effects award, yes, he has already won the best director himself.

Gan Jing couldn't stop making judgments in his heart, but Li An's expression didn't fluctuate.

"Actually, Forrest Gump." Ang Lee still frowned, "The special effects of this film are the most important, so I was looking for an actor in India before, even if he is a newcomer."

The special effects are greater than the actors, this is the underlying meaning of the words, Gan Jing understood, but just smiled: "A good actor can always produce unexpected effects."

"On this point, Director Li, I have confidence." Gan Jing said solemnly, "In terms of special effects technology, our company is still in the process of integration. Hollywood companies will not have a team as big as ours to overcome all aspects of effects. At present , Five project teams have been established. Besides, let’s support domestic products.”

Ang Lee said slowly: "When I heard that I wanted to use special effects, the production company on the island approached me, but I didn't dare to use it." That was a special effects company in Taiwan.

Gan Jing pursed his lips, looking at the situation, Li An wasn't bargaining, but really dissatisfied.

Why do you have to work so hard to get things done! ?
Why is it so difficult to achieve a goal? !
Why is it always me who gets hurt?
"That's it." Gan Jing complained in his heart, but smiled on his face, "Director Li, our film is going to hit the next year's Oscars, we will shoot in the second half of this year, and the special effects production cycle will take a year... The Hollywood company is going to give you a team of 200 people, and our number is far more than that."

"In addition, the production of special effects requires a budget. If the Huaxia Film and Television Special Effects Company takes over, the funds will not be enough, or in other words, it will also require money to keep improving." Gan Jing remembered Bastian's words and smiled inexplicably. , said slowly, "My salary can also be subsidized."

"Based on this, is it worthwhile for a Cannes best actor and an Oscar nominee actor to give you zero pay?" Gan Jing still thinks it's not enough. They also threw people here to make special effects for you."

Li An's brows loosened, his face full of surprise.

Currently, Gan Jing’s net worth is not discussed in detail, but according to the blessing of his awards, films like Youth Pi can cost tens of millions of dollars in Hollywood. Considering his natural appeal to the domestic market, the price can be even higher.

In such a short period of time, Gan Jing is going to spend tens of millions of dollars in front of him?Did he expect it long ago or make a temporary decision?

For a moment, Li An was shocked and didn't know what to say.

"Why?" Li An asked after a long time.

"First, I believe that Huaxia Film and Television Special Effects Company may not be able to spend my salary." Gan Jing narrated one by one with his fingers.

"Second, the development of an industry always needs someone to support it. I really hope to see the day when China's special effects industry will compete globally."

"Third, if I hit the Oscars successfully, it will add a lot to my own value."

Gan Jing smiled: "Are these reasons enough?"

Li Ang nodded, and then reminded: "This script may not be able to win or even be shortlisted for best actor after filming this script."

Both of them knew the story of the script, and its framework had already limited the actor's performance, so Ang Lee felt that Gan Jing's sacrifice was a bit big.

Gan Jing nodded and pointed to Li An: "I have confidence in you."

Then, he pointed to himself: "I also have confidence in myself."

Li An was speechless.

After thinking for a long time, the director nodded tiredly: "Create a CG tiger first, if possible, then use your company."

Gan Jing smiled slightly, knowing that he used the salary as the last straw, and finally pushed the balance to his side.

He stood up, took two steps, raised his head with some emotion, glanced at the blue sky in Paris, suddenly smiled, and said to Li An.

"Please call me Secretary-General Gan."

(End of this chapter)