novellhall Chapter 69: Everyone, come and lick me!
Chapter 69: Everyone, come and lick me!
"Is this movie going to be filmed in Thailand?"
"The name is already 'Detective Chinatown.' And filming in Thailand doesn't necessarily mean higher costs than in China, because the Thai government has relevant tax rebate policies and even subsidies for foreign film crews filming in their country."
At this point, Wei Yi chuckled, "And setting the story overseas probably makes it easier to get approved."
Han Sanping didn't respond to that.
That's just how reality is.
He stood up and paced back and forth in the office, his leather shoes clicking on the bare cement floor.
"The two Weis are a perfect match. One is a down-on-his-luck middle-aged detective, and the other is a street thug. In a foreign land. 'One Shot' only made two million, but your second film will make more than twenty-five times that."
He stopped, turned around and looked at Wei Yi, his eyes shining. "This is what a commercial film should be like. Big scenes, big production, go out and shoot it."
Half of his fondness for Wei Yi stemmed from this.
He was happy to make money from "One Shot," but it was only a small amount... well, it wasn't a small amount either.
However, if Chinese films want to truly stand up, they cannot rely solely on low-budget, opportunistic productions.
It needs an industry, a system, and big-budget productions that can compete with Hollywood.
Wei Yi is only eighteen years old, and he dares to go in this direction for his second film.
Regardless of whether it succeeds in the end, the sheer audacity alone is enough to make him spend money.
What is the total investment budget?
"Sixty to seventy million, I guess."
"Then it'll be seventy million! China Film Group can contribute half, or if you're willing, they'll contribute fifty million and take 65%, and you contribute the rest and take 35%!"
This is essentially giving away millions of dollars in benefits for nothing.
Wei Yi smiled, but did not agree directly. He said tactfully, "We'll talk about the share later. After all, I only have one script right now."
Han Sanping was decisive, speaking directly, "What about the script? I trust you as a person. Even if you didn't have a script, if you say you want to make a film now, I will fully support you!"
Han Sanping wasn't just making things up.
That's just how their circle is.
The same applies to Hollywood.
The same applies to the global entertainment, film, and even finance industries.
That is, they are particularly superstitious about people who have had successful experiences.
One person, especially a domestic director.
He only needs to succeed once in this industry.
Then the vast majority of investors are willing to blindly believe him.
Even though he fell down several times in a row.
He wants to act.
There will still be people willing to invest.
Of course.
Don't pounce too hard.
If you keep failing, and each time you fail too badly...
That would break the superstition, and no investor would be willing to believe it anymore.
Wei Yi is currently in this state.
Even disregarding the overwhelming, palpable favoritism he exudes from the Beijing Film Academy, which is palpable to almost anyone in the industry, one can sense their affection for him.
His success in "One Shot" alone.
That alone is enough to make most of the film company owners in China superstitious and subconsciously gild his image.
To break through this golden barrier, he would probably have to pounce on it two or three times in a row.
And he hasn't failed yet, and the script in front of him looks particularly promising.
Han Sanping, of course, blindly chose to believe him.
Regarding this point...
Wei Yi himself actually knew this.
He must have been able to transition from screenwriter to web series director in his past life.
He even almost successfully transitioned from directing web series to directing films.
It's because in his previous life, whether he was a screenwriter or a web series director, he basically never had a flop.
Within his small circle, he was also a well-known junior director.
"Then consider it a share from China Film Group."
Wei Yi paused for a moment, then spoke again, "However, this time, in addition to China Film Group itself, I plan to bring in another investor."
Again.
Wei Yi was well aware that his strength was almost entirely due to the system.
The system is also a bit silly.
Their abilities are almost entirely confined to the so-called "cultivation world," which is the entertainment industry.
under these circumstances.
He felt it necessary to consider his long-term future.
Therefore, he wanted to make more "friends".
So, given that their current strength is insufficient...
The goal is to expand the pie and bring capable individuals within the circle into the fold, making them stakeholders and beneficiaries of the existing power structure.
These vested interests within their own circles will act when they have a need.
As long as they want to gain something from him, they must stand with him.
Of course.
What if one day I also grow into a giant in my own right?
It has even become a domestic behemoth.
Back then, I could eat alone, because I had enough strength.
Currently, however, our strength is naturally insufficient.
"Who do you want to join?" Han Sanping frowned.
Old Han certainly didn't want anyone else to get a piece of the pie.
But he himself knew that this was Wei Yi's act.
Wei Yi is in high demand again.
What if it gets out?
It is said that Wei Yi intentionally wanted everyone, including others, to come and eat the cake.
But Lao Han wanted China Film Group to have all the spoils, not giving anyone else a chance to get a piece of Wei Yi's pie.
Then Lao Han will become the target of everyone's criticism.
China Film Group is undoubtedly the industry leader, so perhaps it has nothing to fear.
But Han himself doesn't have the same invincibility as China Film Group.
He was also afraid that others would complain to higher authorities.
A label of "disunity" was slapped on his head. Even Han Sanping would find it hard to bear.
"This is still under consideration. Mr. Han, do you have any suggestions?" Wei Yi smiled.
He certainly wouldn't make a decision right away.
This was the bait he was preparing to throw into the industry.
Want to be one of Wei Yi's collaborators in his next project?
Okay, take the initiative and come over to him and fawn over him.
This is similar to the market value of women who are rated 7 or higher in the marriage market.
If you want to win the favor of a beautiful woman, then you'll have to see how well the "simps" are at flattering her.
Of course.
This is the third one, of course.
If a wealthy and successful man or a beautiful and wealthy woman takes a liking to him...
If you have enough strength, you don't need to fawn over anyone; Wei Yi and Hehuan Films will come to you on their own.
"Huayi?"
Old Tian, who hadn't said much until now, finally spoke up.
Tian Erzhuang: "Among the film and television companies in China right now, Huayi Brothers is the most powerful. Unless you want Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan to get involved."
Han Sanping nodded without saying anything and looked at Wei Yi.
Wei Yi neither nodded nor shook his head; he simply smiled and said:
"It's not impossible. Whether it's Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, or the mainland, we're all Chinese. As long as the conditions are favorable, what difference does it make who we cooperate with?"
Tian Erzhuang opened his mouth, but Han Sanping laughed and spoke first, "You little rascal, I get what you mean. Tsk tsk, doing this kind of thing at such a young age!"
Tian Erzhuang understood.
Old Tian shook his head and couldn't help but say, "The idea is good. It can maximize your own interests, but you have to be careful not to go too far and end up becoming the target of everyone's criticism."
"Don't worry, teacher. I know what I'm doing."
"So what you mean now is..."
"I hope Mr. Han can help me by letting people know that I am willing to cooperate."
"Tsk tsk, you little brat. You actually want me, Old Han, to do this."
"Please help me out, Third Master. It would also benefit China Film Group."
"Of course I know."
Han Sanping shook his head and chuckled, "Otherwise, I wouldn't bother with you!"