Chinese entertainment director starts with filmmaking

Chapter 107: Premiere, Highly Sought After

As Gu Qing had expected, the year-end conference would be held, and he would be invited.

But he didn't expect that his name would be called out in public.

Seeing Jiang Wen's amused expression, Gu Qing felt speechless.

However, he also knew it was because of the "Source Code" issue; not only himself, but also those above him had poured a lot of effort into it.

After the meeting, Jiang Wen pulled Gu Qing aside and offered his congratulations.

"No, the way you are always giving me the impression that you have ill intentions."

"Brother, you underestimate me. If I had ill intentions, would I need to put on this act?"

"you……"

Gu Qing was stunned for a moment, a breath stuck in her throat, neither coming up nor going down.

This guy is really reckless.

"Speak up, what do you want? I'm busy."

"Hey, I'm here to talk to you about the movie, of course. Otherwise, why would I have time to go for drinks with you?"

Jiang Wen waved his hand, pulled Gu Qing to the corner, and only after the crowd had all left did he explain his purpose.

"You want me to revise your script? I don't have that kind of ability."

Gu Qing was taken aback. The director, actor, and screenwriter who was widely known in the industry as the best at revising scripts had actually come to him to inquire about the script.

It's truly as if the sun has risen in the west.

"If it's an art film, would I even need to contact you? It must be about a commercial film."

"Then you shouldn't have come to me at all. At the conference, Director Zhang, Director Chen, and Director Feng—whose box office numbers didn't surpass mine?"

Gu Qing joked that these people were all seniors to the other party, and if Jiang Wen were to swallow his pride and ask them this, he would probably be laughed to death.

Only someone like him, who came to the field later in life but also has a keen business sense, could prevent the other party from losing face.

After all, he had no seniority, and the two were just old friends.

"Just tell me if you'll help or not."

Are you satisfied?

"That's for sure."

"I'll give it a try."

Gu Qing really couldn't refuse Jiang Wen's suggestion, after all, "Let the Bullets Fly" had already been successfully inscribed as a masterpiece.

The script had been written for over a year, undergoing repeated revisions and cuts. Gu Qing didn't mind releasing the film sooner.

But all of that is for later. Right now, the premiere of "Source Code" is naturally the most important thing.

On January 18, the Bird's Nest was fully decorated, with nearly 1 seats renovated in just one day.

The Bird's Nest naturally has more than just this many seats, but we don't need that many either.

Aside from some social niceties, Gu Qing also arranged for undercover agents to distribute the tickets to Jing Tian and some of his fans.

No one understands the benefits of maintaining good fan relationships better than him. Distributing small gifts or tickets on a regular basis can really win people's hearts.

He also intentionally had people set up online trolls and similar groups.

These days, you can't be without your own channels to speak out.

With nearly two thousand movie tickets available, fans were naturally thrilled. Some even traveled thousands of miles to Beijing to attend the premiere, even if they couldn't get tickets, they were still willing to spend the money.

Gu Qing immediately arranged for the handover and accommodation. Although it cost some money, it was worth it in the long run.

The premiere at the Bird's Nest was quite spectacular, mainly because no one expected that such a large venue would be used.

Especially since the Olympics and Paralympics, two major events, have just ended.

The Bird's Nest still holds a slightly different meaning in the hearts of the audience.

A large number of people in Beijing have complained online about the lack of seats at the Bird's Nest. As a result, the authorities have quickly added nearly 3,000 more seats, as any more would negatively impact the viewing experience.

This also gave other directors and film companies a glimpse of a business opportunity. They could also use the Bird's Nest for their premieres in the future. The Great Hall of the People has been used too many times, and the audience is no longer interested.

However, only the first person to try something new receives greater attention.

The premiere was a large and grand event, attended by many celebrities, mostly just there for the spectacle.

"Director Gu, if you have the chance next time, you must consider me. We've only known each other since we were nobody."

Fan Binbin, holding Gu Qing's arm, said in a sweet, coquettish voice.

She was referring to Huayi Brothers' new project, "The Message." Everyone in the industry knows that this is a project jointly undertaken by Gu Qing and Huayi Brothers. The original female lead was Zhou Xun, but it was Gu Qing's idea that it has now become a project with two female leads.

She can talk to him, and she can cooperate with Gu Qing!

"Binbin, what makes you say that?"

Gu Qing smiled, her eyes carrying a hint of teasing.

Li Binbin is a member of Huayi Brothers. No matter how much screen time he gets, the credit is still with the company. Why are you, an outsider, jealous?

It's quite reasonable to say that the two met when they were both struggling. When he was filming "Triangle," it was Fan Binbin who decided to act in it for free, which helped him out of his immediate financial crisis.

Later, due to some actions by the other party, the relationship between the two became quite distant.

"Director Gu, how about I go work at your company? You won't just stand by and do nothing about it, will you?"

Fan Binbin blinked her big eyes, looking like she was about to cry.

"Aren't you signed with Orange Sky? What are you doing here?"

"Sigh, let alone Orange Sky, even Sister Hua wants to run away."

"Heh, that's really vulgar of you."

Gu Qing was taken aback for a moment, then looked at the other person seriously, unable to tell whether it was a joke or a serious one.

At the end of the year before last, Wong Jinghua led a group of artists from her company to leave Huayi Brothers and join Orange Sky Entertainment, which caused Huayi Brothers a lot of trouble. Fortunately, they later signed Huang Xiaoming and Zhou Xun, which salvaged some of their reputation.

Now that Huayi Brothers is thriving, is Wong Jinghua already looking for another company?

It's as if she's not doing well now, but her ex-husband's career is taking off.

Fan Binbin also left Huayi Brothers this year and joined Orange Sky Entertainment, or more precisely, joined Wong Jinghua.

However, big names like Fan Binbin sign artist management contracts for one or two years at a time, and Zhou Xun is no exception.

Orange Sky Entertainment does indeed trust Wong Jing-hua, who is absolutely authoritative in artist management.

However, when Fan Binbin went to Wang Jinghua for help, he found that things were not as he had imagined, so he decided to end the contract and go their separate ways.

"Sister Binbin, you're here?"

"It's Tian Tian! Long time no see, you've gotten even more beautiful!"

The two were chatting, each lost in their own thoughts, when Jing Tian suddenly arrived, interrupting them.

Fan Binbin subtly released his arms, stepped forward to Jing Tian's side, and praised her with a beaming smile.

"Sister Binbin, it's rare for you to come all the way to Beijing. We should find some time to get together. I'll treat you to dinner."

"Okay, little sister, but I'm afraid some people won't be willing."

"It's nothing, just a small matter. I'll make the decision."

Jing Tian glanced at Gu Qing, and seeing that the latter didn't react, she patted her chest and assured him.

Her feelings towards Fan Binbin and Zeng Li were different. After all, they spent two months on set together and didn't treat her like a newcomer, which allowed her to experience a bit of sincerity in the entertainment industry.

Even though the two had been acting quite intimately, she wasn't jealous at all.

One reason is that Fan Binbin is getting older, and the other is that Fan Binbin herself admitted that she had feelings for Gu Qing and expressed them, but Gu Qing did not choose her.

Since Gu Qing didn't choose the other party back then, let alone now.

Looking at the two women who looked like sisters, Gu Qing shook her head and chuckled.

He hadn't decided whether or not to sign Fan Binbin.

What the other party said wasn't without merit. He owned the copyright to "The Message," and although he felt the original was good and he couldn't bear to ruin it, he genuinely couldn't find anyone else to participate.

It's fine once, but after that, when the film and television rights to his novels were adapted, did they all end up benefiting other people?

In addition, with the changes in the film and television industry, the future will be the most profitable era. Although he is not short of money, he will not complain about having too much money.

Since Fan Binbin is willing to join him, it's not a big deal to take her in, and besides, her acting style doesn't conflict with Jing Tian's.

I shook my head, trying to stop myself from thinking about it anymore.

Besides Fan Binbin, there is also Li Binbin, and his sister, Li Xue.

From a distance, the two do look very alike. If they were to enter the entertainment industry together, it would probably be a wonderful story.

Of course, it's also possible that nothing will be left but the crumbs.

"Binbin, this must be Ms. Li Xue."

"Director Gu, this is my sister, Li Xue."

"Director Gu, I've long admired your name. I'd heard from President Wang that you're a very handsome and talented director, and meeting you today confirms that you're truly exceptional."

Li Xue carefully examined Gu Qing and had to admit that he was indeed talented and good-looking, and what was even more commendable was that he had no arrogance.

No, she was indeed arrogant, but she was arrogant towards superiors but not towards inferiors; that was something she could sense.

Gu Qing was also sizing up Li Xue. This woman might indeed be quite cunning. Judging from the fact that Li Xue immediately took over after Wang Jinghua left Huayi Brothers, her methods and abilities were excellent.

However, she was also extremely devoted to her older sister.

In the entertainment industry, Li Binbin and Li Xue are known as true sisters.

When Li Binbin had an accident in Australia with a persistent high fever, Li Xue made a decisive decision to return to China and arranged for medical assistance. After returning to China, his condition was finally brought under control and no major incident occurred. If she had hesitated for even a moment, it could have been a tragedy.

Li Binbin also strongly protects his younger sister. In terms of appearance, the two are equally matched, but in the end, it was she who entered the entertainment industry, while his sister became her manager.

At another party, a film and television boss wanted Li Binbin to drink with him, but Li Binbin splashed wine on his face instead.

Although they couldn't do anything to Li Binbin, in the end, the other party also suffered a significant reduction in resources and was severely weakened.

Similarly, the sisters Barbie Hsu and Dee Hsu from Taiwan are also famous in the entertainment industry. Well, these two... well...

"Director Gu, thank you for your help with the 'Message' project."

"No need to be polite. I already promised Binbin back on set. Come to think of it, I broke my promise. Fortunately, I had a good talk with Director Chen and we changed the movie to have two female leads."

Gu Qing didn't hold back in taking credit for himself, after all, on the surface, it was indeed him who spoke first, and Chen Guofu who changed the script later.

Whether the two had a pleasant conversation or not, who cares? At least they both achieved what they wanted.

While Gu Qing was chatting with Li Xue, Jing Tian wasn't idle either. She had a good relationship with Fan Binbin, but she was also very close to Li Binbin.

After all, the two spent a long time in the same film crew, and he even briefly taught her acting, so there was a teacher-student relationship between them!

"Sister Binbin, it's been a long time! I just got back from another Sister Binbin's place."

"Oh? That vixen? Did she say anything?"

"She said Qing-ge was being a bit unfair, since she arrived earlier, hehe."

"This guy is never giving up; he always has this competitive spirit."

……

Chatting with Li Xue was quite comfortable. She is a very pragmatic woman who can accurately grasp your thoughts and put herself in a subordinate position in the relationship.

Gu Qing had to admit that the other party was quite capable, but of course, he didn't have any romantic feelings for him.

There are still some things he wants from Huayi Brothers, so it wasn't a waste of effort.

After seeing the two sisters off, Liu Yifei came over with Shu Chang and her mother Liu Xiaoli.

"Brother Qing, you're really busy here. I've been watching one big shot after another come and go, and I haven't even had a chance to come up."

Perhaps because they had spent a lot of time together and she knew Gu Qing's temperament, Liu Yifei spoke without any politeness.

"Sissi, Director Gu's premiere was really lively. How could we, with our small roles, compare to the big shots?"

Shu Chang wasn't about to be outdone, and knowing full well that Gu Qing wouldn't care, she said pitifully.

Liu Xiaoli, who was standing to the side, wanted to stop the two children from teasing each other, but after thinking about it, she let them have their way.

"You think you're all grown up now, huh? Daring to tease me like that!"

Gu Qing showed no mercy, bending his fingers and delivering a powerful dunk to each of them, bringing tears to the eyes of both women.

"Sweet~"

Shu Chang rubbed her forehead and blinked her big eyes at her best friend.

"Brother, what are you doing?"

"I was just joking with these two girls, you two continue chatting."

Gu Qing patted Jing Tian's head tenderly, said something to Liu Xiaoli, and then left.

The main problem was that everyone here was a woman, mostly young women in their early twenties. He felt awkward staying any longer, so he decided to leave first.

Just then, Han Sanping came over, and he went to ask about the situation.

The three women in the same spot were Jing Tian, ​​Liu Yifei, and Shu Chang, along with Liu Xiaoli, who had been watching silently from the sidelines.

From the very beginning, she was extremely resentful when she learned that her daughter had lost to Jing Tian.

After all, in her opinion, her daughter Qianqian was a top choice in terms of both appearance and education, but Gu Qing looked down on her.

In reality, this was just wishful thinking on her part; Gu Qing had never considered this issue.

But after spending time together, even with her somewhat critical eye, she couldn't find anything wrong with Jing Tian.

In terms of appearance, the two were equally beautiful and youthful. Although she didn't know their family backgrounds, judging from Jing Tian's demeanor and knowledge, she guessed that they were also extraordinary.

Most importantly, Jing Tian always has a happy smile on her face, which is very touching.

She didn't understand it before, but now she knows it's a sign that she's been well cared for and cherished.

At this point, she figured her daughter had no chance, but they were still sisters, so how could she just ignore them in the future?

"Sweetie, you, Qianqian, and Changchang are all the same age. You should chat more in the future and support each other in your careers."

Liu Xiaoli held Jing Tian's hand, a kind smile on her face.

She wouldn't have said such a thing if it were anyone else, but the three of them were all around the same age, and Gu Qing wasn't a bad person, so she was naturally willing to spend more time together and help each other.

Of course, she doesn't deny that she has some other thoughts, but she does genuinely hope that all three of them can be well, after all, she truly understands the difficulties that beautiful women face in the industry.

"Auntie, don't worry, Qianqian, Changchang, and I are very good friends, and I sincerely hope to have these two sisters."

Jing Tian smiled. She had several older brothers, and although she had several sisters, her relationship with them wasn't very good.

It's wonderful to have a few sisters these days. Even if they all have their own little schemes, so what? No one will love you for no reason.