novellhall Chapter 97: New Drama, Collaboration Plan
Chapter 97: New Drama, Collaboration Plan
In the afternoon, the three of them, along with several assistants, arrived at the Capital Airport.
Unlike before, this time when Gu Qing arrived at the airport, there were already people waiting for him.
"Yang Mi, we'll be going now. You look like you'll be busy for a long time."
Gu Qing glanced at the airport and saw that there were quite a few fans holding signs. She wondered if they had already started hiring online trolls to take advantage of the situation so early?
These kinds of operations are almost always orchestrated by the artists' management companies.
Although Gu Qing and Jing Tian have quite a few fans, their schedules are almost always kept secret. Unless they want to, they can't possibly have such a large-scale event.
"Alright, see you at Beijing Film Academy."
Yang Mi gritted her teeth and watched the two of them get into a car together, feeling a little uneasy.
Although she enjoys the celebrity treatment, it doesn't mean she doesn't get tired.
Instead of consolidating their popularity, they'll eventually burn out their momentum.
Yang Mi was thinking to herself, but she smiled again and accepted interviews from the media and fans.
The farce surrounding "Chinese Paladin 3" has both advantages and disadvantages. For an artist, this kind of high exposure is exactly what they need. If there is no news about them, they will eventually disappear from public view.
After the two parted ways, Gu Qing first took Jing Tian back to the courtyard.
Gu Qing originally intended to take this opportunity to have Jing Tian visit the company and make an appearance, but the flight was quite long and Jing Tian was a bit tired, so he gave up on the idea.
After a year of development, the company is now fully staffed with all departments and personnel.
However, aside from management, in terms of some professional talent, we still can't compare to those established large companies.
This is also why his company currently has too few projects, but starting new projects requires enough manpower, which creates a dilemma.
However, he already had a plan in mind.
He wasn't idle at the company either; the preliminary preparations for the TV series "The Beginning" had already begun.
If we can't put together two filming crews, it won't be a problem to make a TV series right after the movie is finished.
He wrote an outline himself, which was then handed over to the company's in-house screenwriting team.
It's unlikely that he can handle the script and shooting script from start to finish like before; he doesn't have the time or energy.
When talking about "The Beginning", we have to mention Daylight Entertainment.
This company has produced dozens of high-quality dramas such as "Nirvana in Fire," "The Disguiser," and "Ode to Joy." The production quality is excellent and full of sincerity, so much so that it is said that anything produced by Daylight Entertainment is bound to be a masterpiece.
While that might be somewhat exaggerated, the fact that the company is so popular with the audience is a good indicator of its capabilities.
The management of Noon Sunshine Film and Television was previously from Shandong Film and Television Company. Now, the film and television industry is accumulating strength and these past few years can be said to be the best era. They have the ability and are naturally unwilling to be confined to the company, so they have the idea of leaving.
Although she started her own business, she still worked for a TV station like Shandong Film and Television for the first few years. It was only four years later that she became a sensation with the drama "Nirvana in Fire".
Gu Qing was thinking about whether he could snatch Hou Hongliang, Kong Sheng, and others away to work for him.
Even if the other party doesn't want to rely on him, he still has to invest in Noon Sunshine.
He will definitely focus his energy on movies then, and may also be distracted by preparing some web series, but the TV drama industry can at least hold on for another seven or eight years.
He can't possibly make all the money by himself. He should learn from Pony Ma and have each company invest a small share, so they can just make money and not interfere with his business.
"The Beginning" consists of 15 episodes, each 45 minutes long.
He had considered going through television media, but after thinking about it, he decided that the show was only suitable for online distribution and gave up the idea.
In most TV dramas, missing one or two episodes isn't a big deal, but in this drama, missing one or two episodes can significantly diminish the impact of the later episodes.
This is why many TV series subsequently chose to be streamed online; video websites allow viewers to see content that aired the previous day, so it doesn't matter if they missed it.
This is also the biggest problem with television stations, as they have very strict requirements regarding time, and eventually they were gradually eliminated by web dramas.
The next day, Gu Qing brought Jing Tian back to the Beijing Film Academy, and as expected, they were stopped by the acting department teachers.
He brought a lot of things with him when he visited, but apart from the gifts, the teachers couldn't help but tease him a bit.
"Gu Qing, you've come to the acting department so many times, only once to find actors for yourself. I think you're practically becoming the acting department's son-in-law."
Wang Jinsong, the vice dean of the performing arts department, looked at Gu Qing and said jokingly.
"Absolutely right, absolutely right, Old Wang's words hit the nail on the head."
"Look at this old man, he was used and then discarded."
On the other side, Zhang Hua, who had previously worked with Gu Qing, also had a smile on his face.
These acting professors naturally valued these connections the most, but Gu Qing rose to power too quickly and didn't need them at all. They had lost contact for a long time and harbored quite a bit of resentment.
Jing Tian was a little shy. Seeing many teachers joking around in the office, she felt embarrassed and hid behind her homeroom teacher, not daring to say much.
"Please stop teasing me, teachers. It was my fault. I'll definitely come more often."
Gu Qing said with a forced smile, "These teachers are a resource that shouldn't be underestimated."
Not only for him, but also for Jing Tian, we should take better care of her.
"Dean Wang, our company is preparing to film a TV series, and we'll need your help in casting the actors."
"A new project? That's great! Tell us your requirements for the role, and we'll do our best to find one for you."
"This film is an experiment for me. I'm not looking for fame, I just want to fully bring out the charm of the character."
After hearing Gu Qing's request, all the performing arts teachers present showed their delight.
It's a bit of a shame that it's not a movie project, but it's Gu Qing's TV series, so it can't be too bad.
Moreover, if we can get in touch with Gu Qing, wouldn't it be much easier to secure film projects in the future?
Jing Tian was deeply moved as she watched Gu Qing, who had quickly built good relationships with all the teachers and elders.
She naturally knew that Gu Qing's actions were an attempt to make amends for her.
Otherwise, given Gu Qing's current fame, there would be no need to specifically look for actors in the Performance Department of the Beijing Film Academy.
As far as she knew, many teachers at the Central Academy of Drama had invited Gu Qing to visit the campus.
But Gu Qing didn't agree to any of them.
In fact, whether it's Gu Qing's own project or a joint venture project, Gu Qing is always the primary consideration when it comes to the lead actor; this is a matter of principle.
Therefore, when Gu Qing used the casting call for the TV series as an excuse, she naturally understood the implications.
"Sweetie, you need to keep a closer eye on him from now on. He's such a good boyfriend, you can't let him get away."
Beside her, Cui Xinqin also whispered a teasing remark.
Even from an outsider's perspective, Gu Qing's actions were not unreasonable.
It seems these two haven't publicly acknowledged each other in formal settings yet. Oh well, it's a young person's business, and she can't interfere too much.
"I know, Teacher Cui."
Jing Tian blushed, then lowered her head and continued filling out the leave application form.
Cui Xinqin, having been through it all, naturally knew that if a couple were separated for too long, their relationship would inevitably run into trouble.
For both personal and professional reasons, she didn't want to see the two of them separate.
Jing Tian was naturally vague in her response, but the two's relationship was quite stable. In fact, whenever she called Gu Qing, she always maintained a smooth communication environment.
She could also immediately sense Gu Qing's thoughts and understand his intentions.
It could be said that the two of them truly found a connection in each other.
I've heard that couples become more and more alike as they get to know each other, but she hasn't even moved in with him yet, how can they already look like a married couple so quickly?
Thinking about this, she felt a sense of loss.
"Sweetie, even if you're on set, you can't let your studies fall behind."
"Your exam results last year were not ideal. You must learn from this experience. You've been with Beijing Film Academy for over a year and have taken on quite a few projects, but you must solidify your basic skills."
Unfortunately, Jing Tian's immersion in the moment didn't last long before Cui Xinqin, like Tang Sanzang, activated the golden headband.
Jing Tian lacks natural talent, so all she can do is rely on hard work.
But with her lover by her side, Cui Xinqin didn't think Jing Tian would settle down and study acting properly, not to mention that Jing Tian himself was just a lazy person.
"Dear teachers, I have some other matters to discuss with the school leaders, so I'll be taking my leave now."
Gu Qing was starting to feel the strain. These teachers were treating him like a son-in-law, and he was finding it hard to handle their subtle and overbearing remarks.
Turning his head to look at Jing Tian, he saw that she had almost finished her work, and he began to consider resigning. He would need to go see the school leaders later.
"Alright, alright, you can go now. I know you're a very busy person."
Wang Jinsong was eating when he saw Gu Qing's expression, so he didn't try to stop her.
The meat was going to rot in the pot sooner or later, so there was no need for him to say anything more.
Gu Qing nodded, then looked at Jing Tian. Seeing that the latter gave him a reassuring look, he left the office.
Once he left, some of the young female teachers in the office gathered around Cui Xinqin, whispering to Jing Tian and trying to get closer to her.
The Beijing Film Academy has produced some great directors, but they all achieved success more than a decade after graduating.
Among recent directors, only Lu Chuan has some fame, but, well, let's not even mention him.
Therefore, they greatly admire directors of the same age as Gu Qing.
Not everyone can land a multi-million dollar investment project with their second film.
Therefore, they paid great attention to Gu Qing, this talented young man.
The teachers at Beijing Film Academy do more than just teach the basics in class.
Jing Tian was somewhat at a loss, unsure how to respond to the teachers' teasing.
Fortunately, Cui Xinqin watched the commotion for a while before interrupting everyone's jokes.
"Sweetie, you're a guy... Gu Qing came here this time, it can't just be to ask for leave for you, right?"
Cui Xinqin asked, intending to say that it was the other person's boyfriend, but with so many people around, this girl was probably too shy to be open about it.
"Qing said he wants to pursue a master's degree, and he came to ask the school if they have any plans for it."
"A graduate student in directing? That's great! I'll ask Lao Mu, or Lao Tian too."
"In my opinion, Gu Qing needs to take some basic directing lessons. He's smart, but his filming techniques are quite different."
Li Hua laughed. He wasn't mocking the other person; it was already astonishing that someone with a photography background could be self-taught.
Many actors and cinematographers become directors because they have accumulated years of experience on film sets before they can truly take the helm.
It's truly remarkable that Gu Qing, a newcomer and so young, is so accomplished.
The crowd whispered among themselves, agreeing that Gu Qing's choice was undoubtedly the right one.
Although Gu Qing is also from Beijing Film Academy, the School of Photography is still a step away. If she could pursue a master's degree in directing, their relationship would naturally become much closer.
On the other side, Gu Qing also met with leaders from the Beijing Film Academy. In addition to Secretary Ye, there were also some leaders from the directing department, such as Mu Deyuan and Tian Zhuangzhuang.
"Gu Qing, I must say your suggestion is excellent; only practice can prove its effectiveness."
"I think your talent recruitment plan is excellent, and we can definitely provide targeted assistance."
When Secretary Ye heard Gu Qing's plan, he was shocked. After thinking about it carefully, he realized that it would be entirely beneficial to the school.
"Secretary Ye, you flatter me. After all, I am also a member of the Beijing Film Academy. Although I am not very talented, I have made a name for myself and would like to help my fellow students in the school more."
Gu Qing was clear-headed about Secretary Ye's praise and responded humbly.
The Beijing Film Academy is renowned and is the only institution in China capable of completing a film project.
Lighting, voice-over, photography, actors, screenwriters... there are plenty of people from all walks of life, which is exactly what Gu Qing needs right now.
It takes at least three to five years for a film and television company to be considered capable of independently producing a film or television series.
Gu Qing's Tianmeng was not established long enough to attract talent from the same industry, so he was thinking of recruiting directly on campus.
"Secretary Ye, I have a favor to ask."
"Oh, Gu Qing, please speak your mind."
Secretary Ye and Mu Deyuan exchanged a glance and said with a smile.
Gu Qing is a graduate of the Beijing Film Academy, so he is qualified to call him a classmate.
"Well, I don't know if the directing department has any graduate recruitment plans. I feel that my professional skills still need to be improved."
Gu Qing's words were also to give the people in front of him face. Although he only needed the identity of the director department, he still spoke to people in a way that suited them.
"Gu Qing, that's a great idea! There's no end to learning. I've seen your movies; they're too commercial. It would be better if there were more colorful shots."
Before Mu Deyuan, the dean of the directing department, could say anything, Tian Zhuangzhuang clapped his hands in praise.
They had heard a lot about Gu Qing's reputation and had even seen the movie; it was indeed quite imaginative.
It's just that these older generations prefer art and literature and aren't very interested in business.
However, he greatly agreed with Gu Qing's desire to apply for a master's degree in directing.
"Gu Qing's idea is very correct. You were a student at our school before, so graduate school is not a difficult thing for you."
Secretary Ye thought about it carefully. Originally, the university did not have this plan, but with Gu Qing's film achievements during his three years of graduate studies, the Beijing Film Academy could get a share of the pie.
Besides, it's not like he's the one teaching the students, so why not?