Volume 3: Taking Roots 2016 Chapter 704: Different Lines of Work Are Like Different Mountains
As the saying goes, every industry has its own unique challenges. Although shared bicycles have been developing in full swing, in the second half of 2016, this fire is showing a tendency to ignite the streets and alleys.
Especially with the strong entry of Ofo, shared bicycles have clearly shown a trend of changing the streets and becoming a new street phenomenon.
With the development of the times, bicycles seemed to have withdrawn from the stage of history, but after a makeover, they were covered with a new concept of "sharing economy" and once again stood in the spotlight.
Otherwise, the cycle of the times is an upward spiral, and the so-called future trend may just be retro nostalgia under a different pretext.
However, even though the development of shared bicycles is so hot, on the other side of the mountain, that is, in the entertainment industry, everything is still peaceful.
On the contrary, the news that Ning Hao, a sixth-generation director, condescended to be the producer and escort a new director spread like wildfire and caused a good response in the circle.
After all, there is no wall that is impenetrable. For such a project, the added bonus brought by the famous director Ning Hao alone is enough to attract the attention of many actors.
What's more, as people inquired about it, Zhou Dongsheng's identity as an investor naturally surfaced, even though seniority is a key criterion in the entertainment industry.
Zhou Dongsheng can only be considered half an insider, but in the current trend of traffic supremacy, he cannot withstand the huge traffic and controversy that Zhou Dongsheng himself possesses...
This is undoubtedly a plus for the film project itself. After all, if a film can become popular before it is filmed, it can get a lot of attention and exposure first...
This is undoubtedly a plus for the movie. After all, for any movie, publicity and promotion are always the most indispensable part.
Even the combination of a famous director and an award-winning actor cannot escape clichés, let alone the first film project directed by a new director?
Even the actors are still in the to-be-determined stage. Looking at the entire film project, both the famous director Ning Hao and the investor Zhou Dongsheng have completely overshadowed the director.
The director who once held the power over a film has become an unknown figure who is ignored by everyone. However, there are certainly smart people in such a huge entertainment industry.
Just think about it, even a famous director like Ning Hao is willing to be the producer, and he can also get the approval of an investor like Zhou Dongsheng...
As the saying goes, a righteous man has many supporters, while an unrighteous man has few. To be recognized by famous directors and investors is at least enough to prove that this new director must have his own strengths to impress the former.
Under the influence of multiple factors, the news of this film project attracted a lot of attention in a small circle for a while, and many discerning people immediately expressed their favorable comments on the script of this film.
After all, in their view, the key for a new director to really impress famous directors and investors is naturally the script. It can't be achieved by just picking chrysanthemums under the eastern fence, right?
At one point, many actors began to inquire about this, wanting to know what kind of film project this was that could bring together such a unique combination...
Ning Hao was accustomed to this, but it was the first time for Wen Muye to hold the position of director, which was a very symbolic authority in the crew. Faced with the greetings that came one after another, he was somewhat at a loss.
Ning Hao patted Wen Muye's shoulder nonchalantly and said, "It's okay, take your time. At most, I will do the things that may offend people. You are the director, you just need to make the final decision."
Wen Muye couldn't help but take a deep breath, nodded seriously, and said sincerely: "Thank you, senior. I'm just a little uncomfortable. I will adapt to the role of director as soon as possible..."
Ning Hao didn't say anything more. After all, he had to take this step. He wasn't much better back then.
In a way, both of them are equally lucky to have the opportunity to direct a movie themselves, but now the times have changed.
Several actors who stood out from Ning Hao's first film have now become well-known movie stars and famous directors in the entertainment industry, and he is no exception.
Looking at Wen Muye who was just starting out at this moment , Ning Hao seemed to see his youthful self all over again, and a feeling called inheritance came to his mind.
This is undoubtedly the original intention of Ning Hao to launch the Youth Film Project. It was thanks to the recognition and support of a noble person that he was able to have a chance to succeed.
Now, the roles have been reversed, and he is finally living the life he hoped for.
"Okay, let's decide on the main roles first. You don't have to worry about the filing and project approval. Although this true story adaptation is a bit difficult, it's not a big deal..."
"On the contrary, your script is a real challenge for the actors. Given the current trend of traffic being the most important, those young and popular stars can basically be ruled out..."
Ning Hao said it lightly, with a hint of helplessness in his words. As for the chaos that is prevalent in the circle now, even Ning Hao can only keep himself out of it.
Fortunately, movies are not like TV series. Any shoddy and perfunctory plots will naturally be full of flaws when put on the big screen. Except for fans, the audience will not buy it.
"Hehe, I prefer to choose actors who are more willing to work hard to shape their characters. I believe that in the film industry, there are still a group of real actors who truly regard acting as a profession..."
Wen Muye touched his head and earnestly expressed his "naive" thoughts. For an academic director who has just stepped out of campus, it is obvious that he still retains his yearning and longing for art.
It’s just that no matter what time, the world always needs some naive people to exist, to adhere to some so-called bottom lines and principles, so that people feel that the world is not so bad.
"Of course, there are a lot of actors like this in the industry. As long as there is a chance for them, they will definitely be willing to give everything for it. Now this opportunity is in your hands..."
"It's just that these unknown minor characters naturally can't bring any fame to the movie itself!"
Ning Hao said meaningfully, Wen Muye smiled with relief and suddenly said: "Isn't it the same for me, a director without any fame? But I know that I will do my best to make this movie well!"
"So I believe that if I can gather a group of people like me, then the filming of this movie will not be a problem."
Zhou Dongsheng, who arrived late at this time, happened to hear the conversation between the new and old directors and couldn't help but applaud.
"Great! Director Wen's idea really coincides with mine, especially those scenes that destroy one's own image. Those young handsome guys won't be willing to shave off their precious hair for this..."
Zhou Dongsheng said in a sarcastic tone.
"I think Mr. Zhou is worried about the money, right? After all, the salary of a top-tier young actor is enough to cover half of the investment of the movie, right?"
Ning Hao made a harmless joke humorously. Ever since their last dealings, this man had become more familiar with them as long as they could pee in the same pit.
"Our money didn't come from the wind. Instead of hiring some useless actors, we should give more actors more opportunities. Maybe we will get some unexpected surprises."
"Director Ning is very experienced in this regard. Maybe we can get a Best Actor award from this movie..."
Zhou Dongsheng didn't care. He sat next to Ning Hao and joked along.
"Isn't that right, Director Wen?" After saying this, he did not forget to mention Wen Muye who was standing beside him.
"I am confident in my script!" Wen Muye said seriously and meticulously while wearing glasses.
"Then the next step is to look for the right candidate. The actor audition process is quite boring, not as interesting as Mr. Zhou expected~"
Ning Hao smiled and joked.
"Boring? Boring is the right thing to do, after all, it's my "The Boring Life of Zhou Dongsheng", isn't this the material that's delivered to my doorstep?"
"It's a good time to organize the content of my trip to Beijing. It seems that I haven't updated it for a while~"
Zhou Dongsheng said leisurely that it was just right that this material was delivered to his door, so he might as well take it as some advance publicity for the movie .
At least this act of having nothing to do and participating in the selection process of the film project that I invested in still fits the theme of "plain and boring".
Of course, there is also the Dongsheng Charity Foundation that is ready to go, and at that time it will also need to use this short video to play the role of "earning publicity".
You know what, if Zhou Dongsheng is defined as an "Internet celebrity", this level of awareness and responsibility is undoubtedly several levels ahead of other Internet celebrities, which can be called a dimensionality reduction attack.
But obviously, not everyone who works on the Internet is necessarily an Internet celebrity. At least Zhou Dongsheng is more than just an Internet celebrity.
Thinking of this, Zhou Dongsheng couldn't help but have an idea, so he gave an order and directly chose to put this idea into practice.
After all, Zhou Dongsheng only needs to open his mouth to explain his ideas to his assistant Li Jiana, and then all he has to do is wait and see.
As the saying goes , "The boss just talks, and the subordinates run around." If you are the latter, it is really miserable, but if you are the former...
You will realize how enjoyable the pleasure itself is. Everyone hates capitalists, but who doesn't want to be a capitalist?
Fortunately, the work of actor auditions cannot be completed in a short period of time and is often a long and boring process.
There is plenty of time left for Zhou Dongsheng to do his job, so he is happy to act as a bystander.
But it has to be said that the influence of preconceived ideas is so great that Zhou Dongsheng has already given a thumbs-down in his heart just by showing up for many actors.
Especially the role of the protagonist "Cheng Yong", many actors with a certain status in the circle naturally want to get this role ambitiously.
However, the setting of "Cheng Yong" as a big man from Northeast China in the original script was enough to influence the actor's judgment to a certain extent. In addition, the ups and downs of the plot of this character, as well as the glorious bloom of human nature...
All of these determine how difficult this role is and it is not something that ordinary actors can handle.
Not only did Zhou Dongsheng have a preconceived notion, even the producer Ning Hao and the director Wen Muye did not see anything that would make them make a decision and applaud, or make them feel that "this role must be played by you."
Looking at the two men with furrowed brows and rubbing their temples with their index fingers and thumbs as they suffered from headaches, Zhou Dongsheng, a bystander, was actually watching with great interest.
As an investor, Zhou Dongsheng naturally has the veto power and even the power to make the final decision, but Zhou Dongsheng is just a calm bystander.
He always keeps his promise of "never letting an amateur guide an expert". After all, people will not cherish things that are too easy to get, which always applies to most situations.
The same goes for the “correct answer.”
However, after all, Ning Hao, a representative of the sixth generation of directors, was involved in the film, and the actors who were initially selected and screened by him were basically no ordinary people.
As we all know, in the entertainment industry, fame and strength are not equal.
The same is true of the relationship between the unknown and the ordinary.
Especially in this small piece of land in Beijing, China's three major art schools are all located here.
There are countless excellent actors to choose from in Beijing Film Academy alone. Although both of them are from Beijing Film Academy, in today's era, they do not have any narrow-minded ideas of cherishing their own things.
If there is a suitable actor who happens to be from Beijing Film Academy, that would be great. Otherwise, priority would naturally be given to serving the role.
In this case, although there is still a lack of final candidates for the main roles, the auditions are not in vain, as there are still suitable candidates emerging for the secondary roles.
Especially when a man with a little stubble walked in, with a unique and rebellious temperament on his face, the most commendable thing was perhaps that there was still a trace of youthfulness in him that had not completely disappeared.
It seems contradictory, but it is enough to show that actors have a certain plasticity. Unlike some special actors, their acting career is restricted to one type throughout their lives and it is difficult to break free from it.
Zhou Dongsheng laughed out loud when he took a look. Isn't this Huangmao Benmao?
Perhaps it was Zhou Dongsheng's laughter that caught their attention, and Ning Hao and Wen Muye both looked up.
"Hello teachers, I am Zhang Yu..." Zhang Yu introduced himself in a very polite manner.
"Oh, it's you. I saw your last movie. Your acting skills are solid and you have great potential. Director Wen can pay special attention to you." Ning Hao on the side gave his opinion.
Wen Muye glanced up and down, and seemed to see something he wanted in him, and couldn't help but say, "Can you accept dyeing your hair yellow and shaving your head bald?"
Zhang Yu was stunned for a moment, then grinned, "I will obey the director's arrangement, I have no problem with this."
"Okay, then you can try the role of Huang Mao. This role doesn't have many lines, but it's very important..."
Looking at the familiar yellow-haired man, Zhou Dongsheng couldn't help but stretch happily, feeling that the project was finally getting on track.
Ning Hao came over and said, "The Youth Film Project has been prepared. I plan to officially announce it in the next two days and hold a press conference. President Zhou, don't forget to attend..."
"This film is the first representative work of the Youth Film Project. I will do my best..."
Zhou Dongsheng's heart was moved. "For such an important event, Director Ning should have invited many friends in the circle to witness it, right?"
"Of course. Several friends who have collaborated with me on several projects have been invited..."
Zhou Dongsheng smiled brilliantly. If that was the case, then the role of the protagonist was a sure thing, right?
