The battle for traffic in Chinese entertainment

Chapter 16 Basic Qualities of a Resourceful Person
It is normal for Liu Cheng to have such a reaction, because the project of "Detective Chinatown" has not yet been approved and the script has not yet been completed.

Probably no one has heard of this movie except director Chen Sicheng, producer Chen Xi and Wang Baoqiang who came in advance.

——Xu Xing didn’t dig out the script in advance and snatch it away because this is a typical script, a commercial movie that can only be made with such a good lineup and production and promotion resources.

The final box office was only mediocre: both films were produced by Chen Xi, both went to Thailand, both had Wang Baoqiang, both were comedies, they had a bunch of comedians, and all kinds of investors were rushing to send money and resources to the project. How come, three years later, the box office is still far worse than Lost in Thailand?
Before Xu Xing accumulated enough traffic to organize a group on her own, even calling Yu Murong her own mother would not allow her to replicate the group for Xu Xing through Wanta.

"Detective Chinatown" has no shortage of funds, resources, or actors.

But fortunately, unlike "My Girlhood", Xu Xing only had time to rush for the audition immediately, and could only take advantage of Chen Yushan's desire to sign people for her own company to strive to become a candidate for the male lead.

Now Xu Xing has a long time to plan and get the role of Qin Feng, which Chen Shicheng originally tailored for his own company's artist Liu Haoran.

With Yu Murong's relationship, after Xu Xing got the male lead in "Our Girlhood", he directly asked for the role, and there was indeed a chance that he could get it.

But that would be too ungentlemanly.

Even if you get the role, it is easy to disgust the entire crew, especially for a role that someone else already has in mind.

A classic example of a resource-rich person who doesn’t care about resources is Song Yunhua in his previous life.

He was forced into the movie "The Richest Man in Xihong City" and when it came to the roadshow, he was criticized by several main creators in front of him.

It is also a blessing for those with rich resources.

Even if he performed well, he still couldn't make it, and was eventually shunned by the circle and returned to the island province in disgrace.

Give others a reason to choose you. This reason cannot be just capital, but the basic qualities that a resourceful person should have.

Xu Xing is a cultured person.

Started preparations early.

In yesterday's interview, the most watched part was undoubtedly the one where Xu Xing personally admitted that he had taken the initiative to terminate the contract.

The next question following that answer is -

[How did you finally decide to terminate the contract?]
“I was reading Agatha’s novel The Long Night in my dorm room the other day when I saw a line: People often don’t know the truly important moments in their lives until it’s too late.

I don’t know what moment is the most important. But I know that if I start now, it may not be too late.”

[Do you like to read detective novels?]
"Yes, I like to read detective stories. Whether it is Agatha, Conan Doyle, Keigo Higashino, or "The Great Song Dynasty Judge", "Sherlock Holmes", or "Detective Conan."

Well, let’s start with a fascinating reasoning.

Although Xu Xing didn’t read a lot, who could test themselves with something so obscure?
Next, before you speak, make a good impression on the creators.

In fact, Xu Xing took a walk in the community when she was free these days, hoping to run into Director Chen and his wife, but unfortunately she didn't. Yu Murong had been on a business trip in the United States, and she didn't have time to come back and take Xu Xing to dinner with Mr. Ye.

Then Xu Xing made himself as superior to Liu Haoran as possible. After all, Director Chen was a very typical businessman.

This is not about snatching, this is about kicking someone off the table.

It’s definitely not enough to just release one song.

He is also from the Wanta circle and has appeared in movies before, with a pretty good performance.

The last step is to enter the market early.

So Xu Xing really couldn't let Liu Cheng relax, and had to ask him to help him get the work done in advance.

……

"I heard that director Chen Shicheng is secretly preparing for his next film, which is Detective Chinatown, a suspense comedy. It is expected to be launched around the end of the year. The producer is Chen Xi, who previously worked on Lost in Thailand, and Wang Baoqiang will also star in it.

"This movie will definitely do well at the box office. We have already got "My Girlhood". If we can get this movie next, we will be able to really open up the market."

Xu Xing introduced it to Liu Cheng, and Liu Cheng listened attentively, nodding slightly as he listened.

After the release of "Northern Love" at the beginning of this year and the box office of 2 million, the next film directed by Chen Sicheng has been widely watched in the circle. Many people think that many investors also hope that he can continue to shoot "Northern Love ".

I didn't expect that he was going to shoot another new script.

If it is true as Xu Xing said, this movie is indeed worth fighting for.

The earlier you get involved with this kind of project, the better.

"I remember you said in an interview that you like to read mystery novels," Liu Cheng suddenly realized, "But who told you that? How do you know there will be a role suitable for you in the movie?"

"I can't tell you. Yes."

Xu Xing answered quickly.

smile.

"..."

Liu Cheng was really impressed.

Xu Xing clinked his glass to comfort him.

After drinking, Liu Chengcai sighed.

"Okay, let's just assume it's true. Our next goal is to help you get this movie. What about 'The Beginning'? You kept urging me to let Huace take on this project, but now it's put on hold?"

"Of course not." Xu Xing shook her head. "Since 'My Girlhood' is expected to wrap up at the end of January, then 'The Beginning' had better start filming in early February, so that we can catch up with 'Detective Chinatown Detective'."

"Why is the schedule so tight? Are you sure it will start shooting after you finish filming 'The Beginning'?"

Liu Cheng asked rationally.

"Should be," Xu Xing remained confident, "Brother Cheng, are you on good terms with Chen Sicheng or Chen Xi?"

"Ahem, I know him."

Liu Cheng drank to save his face.

"That's someone I know too," Xu Xing complained. "In addition to being a producer, Chen Xi is also Pan Yueming's agent for the time being. Brother Cheng, you can help Huace prepare for "The Beginning" and invite Mr. Pan to play the second male lead, the driver. Just say that I had him in mind when I wrote the script. Wouldn't that give you a reason to get along well with Producer Chen?

"She can find a chance to take me over for dinner and introduce me to her. We'll give it to her first and then ask her for it next January. If she wants to refuse, she won't find a very convincing excuse. Didn't you also complain before that it would be too late for Huace to start filming "The Beginning" in the second half of the year, and you also wanted them to start filming earlier?"

Try to work independently from Yu Murong.

"……Too."

Liu Cheng nodded.

Regardless of whether the "Detective Chinatown" project is real or not, he originally wanted to get Xu Xing to join the crew to shoot "The Beginning" after finishing "My Girlhood".

The time frame of February is a bit tight, but it’s a good thing that Xu Xing is so enthusiastic about his work.

Young people should have this kind of fighting spirit!

In fact, Liu Cheng was also very motivated and had no time to relax or rest.

"Okay! Then you just focus on your acting class and leave the rest to me. I'll fly to the island province tomorrow to sign the contract, and when I come back I'll go to Huace and keep an eye on 'The Beginning'."

"We can't just do these. My current popularity is actually superficial. I need to consolidate my popularity and then find an opportunity to release a song. Also, please arrange an endorsement for me, tell others that I have indeed been bought by investors, and give those who want to be my fans some confidence."

“Capital to buy stocks…Who did you learn all this from?”

(End of this chapter)