Chinese entertainment director starts with filmmaking

Chapter 37: Meeting

"Brother, if you ever run into any trouble in the future, just let me know. I'm sure I have some connections in the industry, and I'll make sure to solve it for you."

"Alright, alright, Xiaoming, you've had too much to drink. You should get some rest."

Gu Qing chuckled, grabbed the swaying Huang Xiaoming, and handed him over to his assistant.

Huang Xiaoming looked drunk, and before leaving, he put his arm around Gu Qing's shoulder.

Before Gu Qing put him in the car, she pulled him aside and asked him to have a drink together.

It took the two of them quite a bit of effort to get each other into the car.

"Xiao Wang, what time is it?"

Inside the car, Huang Xiaoming, no longer appearing drunk, rubbed his eyes and calmly asked.

"Brother Xiaoming, it's already past two o'clock. You and Director Gu have been eating for more than two hours."

"Even the afternoon's schedule was delayed."

The assistant turned to look at the sober Huang Xiaoming, and was also somewhat puzzled.

He was so drunk he was talking nonsense a moment ago, how come he's all better now?

"I understand. Take me home now, I need to rest for a while."

Huang Xiaoming leaned back in the seat with his eyes closed. Although he had drunk a lot of alcohol in the afternoon, his mind was very clear at this moment, and he was even a little excited.

It's often said that actors can become directors, but you need to have the talent. Huang Xiaoming knows he's not cut out for it and isn't interested in directing.

But he was quite interested in the idea of ​​starting a company with a director.

However, considering that Gu Qing hadn't been eager to speak at the dinner table, but instead said they would discuss it in detail after the movie's release, he took it more seriously.

If Gu Qing were to directly offer him empty promises, he wouldn't storm off on the spot, but he wouldn't care.

There's no other reason than that taking too big a step can easily lead to trouble.

But Gu Qing only proposed the outline of the plan and did not explicitly indicate cooperation, which actually piqued his interest.

"Is this kid really that confident he'll become famous?"

A slight smile appeared on Huang Xiaoming's lips; it has to be said that the other party had stirred up his ambition.

Working for someone else is never as comfortable as working for yourself.

Although he hasn't experienced Huayi Brothers' IPO and the subsequent stock price surge, Huang Xiaoming, who has worked hard for many years, knows that it's better to keep some things under his own control.

On the other side, Gu Qing, who had drunk quite a bit, also hailed a taxi and returned to his rented room.

He's not exactly penniless, but he doesn't have much money to spare. If he wants to start a company with someone, he can't just rely on words; he'll need at least a few PowerPoint presentations.

Gu Qing was unaware that the unintentional tug-of-war had actually sparked Huang Xiaoming's desire to cooperate.

To put it bluntly, the two had only known each other for less than two months. If they were to open a business together, they would have to choose an old friend they had known for many years, let alone an entertainment company of this size.

After washing her face with a basin of water, Gu Qing felt much more refreshed.

He doesn't like drinking, but he drank quite a bit at lunch.

Money, it's really a bad thing, I don't even have any.

Gu Qing shook his head and couldn't help but laugh, but he also knew the saying that you can't get fat in one bite.

You have to walk one step at a time, and eat one bite at a time.

After talking things out with Huang Xiaoming, the relationship between the two actually improved a lot.

Gu Qing was also dragged to many parties and met a lot of people in the industry. It can be said that Huang Xiaoming used his connections to help him build momentum.

If there are film projects in the future, there will be no need for China Film Group to issue announcements.

"Hey bro, Mr. Wang's hosting a dinner party tonight, wanna come join us?"

"I'm sorry, Xiaoming, please let me thank Mr. Wang for his kindness with my plane ticket for tomorrow."

"It's okay, we can get together again next time."

On the other end of the phone, Huang Xiaoming was slightly surprised, but Gu Qing had a good reason to say that, so he couldn't just rush her over.

Gu Qing hung up the phone and breathed a long sigh of relief.

Sometimes he doesn't like this kind of useless socializing, but he has to participate.

Working with Huang Xiaoming is also because someone will be there to support him, so he doesn't need to worry too much.

He doesn't yet have the strength to confront the two kings of Huayi Brothers head-on, and he's too lazy to listen to their grand theories.

He should go to bed early tonight and get enough rest, as he still needs to catch his flight the next day.

The China Film Group team went to Hollywood a week earlier because he still needed to work on the script.

Arriving in California on an international flight, Gu Qing was breathing foreign air for the first time.

Hmm, it doesn't have a sweet smell, but it does have a hint of gunpowder.

"Hey, Gu!"

As soon as he got off the plane and entered the lobby, he saw a man with a big beard holding a sign and shouting in his direction.

It was in Berlin that the bearded David bought his copy of "The Dilemma".

The two arrived at a coffee shop and exchanged pleasantries.

David, as a film buyer, also has a deep understanding of Chinese, so there was no pressure in talking to him.

"David, your Chinese has improved a lot."

"Haha, you're too kind."

The two shared a hug after a long separation, and David patted Gu Qing on the back.

"Gu, I knew you'd come here sooner or later. Looks like I won the bet last time."

"Looks like I owe you a meal. Do you have time?"

"If it's an invitation from you, then of course I will. However, there will be a banquet tonight, so let me do my duty as the host."

David laughed, and his gaze toward Gu Qing became increasingly different.

The previous short videotape made Lionsgate a lot of money, so the two of them didn't delve into the details of what happened before.

In Hollywood, whoever can make money for the company is the boss.

Even though Gu Qing wants to come to Hollywood to make a movie again today, he is still very happy.

"Banquet? A party would be a more appropriate term, wouldn't it?"

Gu Qing remained silent, but smiled as she spoke.

Well, no matter where I am, I can't avoid this party.

A party held in Hollywood is certainly not a simple party.

"I might not make it in time; I need to meet with my team."

"To be honest, I made a movie myself during this period, and I came here to do the special effects work, since the best special effects companies are in Hollywood."

After taking a sip of the slightly bitter coffee, Gu Qing tentatively spoke.

Although he is the same new director as in February, he has already finished shooting his first feature film, and he needs to make that clear to the other party.

Your current package is no longer suitable; we need to increase the price.

"Congratulations, Gu. It must be a fantastic movie."

A flash of surprise crossed David's eyes, but he maintained his composure and showed no change in expression.

Every year, a director who has won the three Golden Horse Awards will be released, but Gu Qing is not actually that important to him.

He simply felt that the other party's script was very suitable for Hollywood's commercial style, which was why he wanted to invite them to join the company.

After testing each other for a while, neither of them spoke first.

For Gu Qing, this matter was not urgent. It would be best if he could direct the movie, but if not, he wouldn't rush to ask the other party for help.