Demons Beside You (The Demons Beside Me)

Everyone has a tendency. When two people of similar level stand in front of him and Chen Zhao is asked to make a choice, the result will inevitably be to choose the one he is more familiar with or the one he has a better relationship with.

Either the interests are closer or they are from the same hometown, which will affect the results.

Even Steven is no exception, this tendency is inevitable.

Steven and Rasfa both looked at Chen Zhao.

"Is this a Chinese actor?" Steven asked.

"Do you think he's suitable?"

"Judging from his performance just now, he should be pretty good." Steven said: "Ze, this is a commercial film, not an artistic film, so the acting skills only need to be passable, and some actors prefer independent films. , they always have too many ideas that they want to express in the movie, and it is difficult for this kind of actor to communicate, so I prefer an actor that I can control."

"Since you think this actor is suitable, then choose this one." Chen Zhao said.

"Okay, that's it."

"Try to keep the salary as low as possible." Chen Zhao said.

As an investor, the lower the salary, the lower his investment will naturally be.

At this time, all the actors looked at the three of them nervously.

Finally, Steven picked up the microphone and stood up: "Everyone, our discussion has come to a conclusion. Chinese actor Wang He, please stay. Also, your agent should also stay. Thank you for your cooperation. Thank you. .”

After saying that, Steven, Chen Zhao and Rasfa turned and left.

Some actors who failed to get roles were naturally dissatisfied, or they wanted to talk to Steven for arguments.

This is a very common occurrence on any set or audition studio.

Some actors have a very high self-esteem and feel that everyone else is trash except themselves.

However, security quickly began to clear the area.

There were many people who kept looking at Wang He, with even crazier jealousy in their eyes than Banco's before.

Even Li Qingyang and Zhang Mao, who are companions, are no exception.

In fact, even Zhou Xiaonan felt that Wang He might be the one least likely to get a role among her three actors.

Because Wang He's level is right there, he has been criticized by black fans in China for his exaggerated acting skills or his expressionless face.

Li Qingyang and Zhang Mao both have outstanding acting performances.

Wang He's only advantage is his popularity.

But this is Hollywood, so Wang He's popularity is not useless, at least the effect will be greatly reduced.

But now Wang He actually got the role and defeated many competitors.

"Mr. Wang, please come with me. Also, is your agent here?" A staff member responsible for leading the way stepped forward and came to Wang He.

Wang He turned to look at Zhou Xiaonan, who quickly said: "I am, I am his agent."

"Then you two, please come with me."

Zhou Xiaonan left Li Qingyang and Zhang Mao behind, and followed the staff with Wang He.

After knocking on Steven's office door, Wang He and Zhou Xiaonan entered the room.

At first glance, he saw Chen Zhao with his legs crossed and Ge You lying on the sofa.

Steven was sitting on the desk, and Rasfa was holding a glass of red wine, tasting it carefully.

"Hello, Mr. Steven, Mr. Rasfa, and Mr. Chen." Zhou Xiaonan greeted Wang He.

"Hello."

"We have now roughly confirmed that Mr. Wang will be the male lead in our movie, so we would like to discuss the issue of remuneration."

"This movie is not a super-A-level production, with a budget of no more than 80 million US dollars, so it is impossible for us to provide Mr. Wang with a high salary. We need to consider many issues, such as risks."

"I understand." Zhou Xiaonan said immediately: "Our company is willing to invest in Mr. Steven's new movie."

Everyone is rolling their eyes, who wants your investment?

What Steven lacks most is investment.

"Sorry, this movie is a movie for the three of us. We do not accept other investments."

Zhou Xiaonan was secretly alarmed, knowing that Hollywood is the most repulsive to outside funding.

Even the financial giants on Wall Street covet the profits of Hollywood, but they have never been able to get it.

But Chen Ke's cousin was actually able to invest his own funds in Hollywood movies.

Zhou Xiaonan was secretly annoyed at her recklessness in the past few days.

Although this person is not famous, he is probably a powerful figure in Hollywood.

If I had known this, I should have had a good relationship with this person that day.

"Wang He can participate in the film for free, but I hope that during the announcement, Wang He can be given a little face."

"We can declare to the public that Mr. Wang's salary is US$5 million."

Zhou Xiaonan smiled immediately, she was very satisfied with it.

It seemed that Wang He was working for free, but when the movie was released, it even became a box office hit.

Wang He’s price must be at least several times higher.

"In addition, this role involves some high-intensity action scenes, so I hope Mr. Wang can stay in the United States for relevant training."

"Of course, I will arrange relevant training for him."

"No, I mean let him be responsible." Steven pointed at Chen Zhao.

"Farke, Steven, you are causing trouble for me again."

"You just need to give him some guidance."

"No, I'm afraid of trouble. Fali is about to give birth, and I want to stay at home with her."

"Fake Squid, Fali hasn't even lasted five months. Can you find a decent one for your excuse?"

"How about I introduce you to a friend of mine. Her fighting skills are absolutely superb. She was the one who taught me how to fight in the first place."

"Oh? Taught you how to fight?"

"Well, she is a former Marine Corps instructor and can serve as a movement guide." Chen Zhao said.

Wang He's thoughts were completely different from Zhou Xiaonan's.

Wang He thinks Chen Zhao is scary, even the Marine Corps instructor knows him.

Zhou Xiaonan thinks that Chen Zhao has a wide network of contacts.

"Okay, since you think it's okay, then you can find a movement coach. Anyway, you will lose money by then and you won't be able to run away."

"Can't lose money."

"When can Mr. Wang sign the contract?" Steven asked again.

"anytime."

"Then come to my studio early tomorrow morning. This is my business card. In addition, please leave a contact information to facilitate Mr. Wang's professional training."

"Then if everything is alright, let's go back and prepare first."

Zhou Xiaonan took Wang He and left, but after leaving the set, Zhou Xiaonan and Wang He stood at the door.

"Sister Nan, why don't we go back to the hotel?"

Zhou Xiaonan glared at Wang He: "What are you going to do? The most important thing now is to build relationships. Do you think that if you pass the audition, you will be foolproof? You don't have any connections in Hollywood. If there is no one to protect you, let's not say whether you can do it or not." If you stay on the crew, even after the movie is finished, your scenes will be shortened significantly, and Mr. Chen is your best choice."