Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 236 Why are you so inflexible?

After saying goodbye to Toei, Gu Ming went to Endai during the break in filming and successfully met Yamashina Naoji in that office.

"It's Mr. Furuya, what a rare visitor!"

Yamashina Naoharu put on a smile and instructed his subordinates to pour tea.

He was quite satisfied with Gu Ming, the successor partner, who was able to find business and did not interfere with operations. Apart from regular audits and dividend distribution, he had no requirements.

Yamashina Naoji values Endai very much, after all, this is his family business. Yamashina Naoji does not like it when the other partners get too involved.

But Gu Ming is different.

Of course, Gu Ming would not interfere in the management, as he did not understand it. He would leave the professional knowledge to professionals. History has proven that Yamashina Naoji can manage Endai very well, so Gu Ming would not interfere in it. At most, he would find some business and get dividends.

Gu Ming sat down, holding the teacup, and without any politeness, he directly stated his purpose.

"I heard that Clover recently launched a Gunpla toy and sponsored and authorized Nagoya TV to produce a work."

"Ah...that."

Yamashina Naoji didn't take it seriously: "It's just a small trick. In the end, it all depends on the quality of the toy."

Gu Ming:?
He raised his hand and pointed at the Astro Boy toy on the table, unable to utter a word.

It’s not that Gu Ming looks down on Endai.

But considering the quality of this poop, how can Naoji Yamashina have the nerve to say such things!

To this day, this toy is still on Watanabe Ryosuke's desk. According to him, he takes a look at it when he has nothing to do after work, and he will never feel sorry for it again in his life.

Of course, the quality of the first generation Gunpla toys was not very good either. In fact, at first glance, they were also very inferior.

But this Astro Boy is even worse...

"Okay, Gu Gujun, if you don't understand business matters, then don't get involved. Just send your people to check the accounts regularly, and I'll take care of it!"

Yamashina Naoji interrupted Gu Ming's words in a somewhat rude manner, full of the stubbornness unique to this era.

Gu Ming could only sigh slightly, knowing that it would be impossible to convince Yamashina Naoharu for the time being.

This old man is quite stubborn.

"Well, I'll take my leave now. If you need anything, you can always come back to me. I hope Mr. Yamashina won't use profits as a bargaining chip."

Gu Ming is very clear about the consequences of the Gundam series being released.

The ratings for Gundam 0079 were average when it was released, but that was because the Nagoya TV station was too small, just like Ksai's situation at Tokyo TV.

It’s not that the work is not outstanding, it’s that the platform is too small and it’s stuck there.

Subsequent re-screenings were directly connected to the Asahi TV network and broadcast throughout Japan. The ratings in Kanto increased to nearly 20%, and Gundam plastic model toys sold like hotcakes, and it remained one of the important sources of income for Endai even in later generations.

But obviously.

An old stubborn person like Naoji Yamashina has no idea how much impact a good work can have on toy sales.

You know, children’s pocket money is limited, and parents will not buy toys for their children without limit.

If there is a hot-selling toy of the same era, the sales of other toys will inevitably be affected. Obviously, Kamen Rider's influence is not greater than that of Gundam.

Gu Ming didn't continue to talk to this person. The old man Yamashina Naoji's brain was unable to react. Once the sales were affected, he would naturally realize the matter.

Gu Ming stood up and bowed, then took his leave.

Yamashina Naoji tugged at his collar, loosening the top two buttons, panting.

Although he had only spoken to Gu Ming for a few words, he still felt an inexplicable sense of oppression, fearing that Gu Ming would rush over and beat him up.

"I was just praising you, and now you're meddling in my business! Endai hasn't even gone public yet, but if it did, it would be a disaster!"

Naoji Yamashina frowned, his mind a little gloomy.

I have to find an opportunity to kick all the partners out.

Yen Dai can only fall into the hands of his own people. If he is a disobedient partner, just break up with him!
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Wangu, Kesai Studios.

Kesai has not turned on the camera for the time being because the photographer was accidentally injured yesterday and seems to need to go to the infirmary to recuperate.

Shinichi Ooka stood aside, looked at the photographer, and suddenly felt a surge of excitement in his heart.

So, as a photography assistant, if the photographer is not around, can it be his turn to take the camera?
He looked at Wan Guyi, who had the same idea.

"Let Ooka-kun take care of the next shots first. Don't interfere with the filming."

"Yes!"

Shinichi Ooka was filled with excitement and took the camera, ready to start filming according to the script. After a few shots, Shinichi Ooka felt that he was really suitable for this job.

It's like he was born to do this job.

At this moment, a loud roar suddenly came from outside the set.

"Put it down!!"

Everyone turned around in shock, only to see a man running towards them. It was the main photographer from before.

The old man with a bandaged head came running up to him and slapped Shinichi Ooka's hand away.

"Who allowed you to touch my camera?"

Wan Gu hurried over to smooth things over.

"I requested this. We can't delay the filming."

"Leave the filming to me. You, go over there and get me a tripod."

Shinichi Ooka lowered his head and nodded silently.

Yes.

When the photographer is present, the assistant is not allowed to hold the camera.

The master is the greatest!

Shinichi Ooka has gotten used to it, but he still feels a little dissatisfied occasionally. He feels that his photography skills are not bad, but he has not had the opportunity to take the camera since joining Wangu.

In the blink of an eye, the day's shooting was over.

When Shinichi Ooka was carrying various equipment back to the warehouse, he met a figure walking towards him.

I wanted to go around, but the man blocked my way.

Shinichi Ooka could only look up helplessly.

This guy is looking for trouble, right?! I'll teach you a lesson...

"It's Mr. Furuya."

Never mind, I can’t beat this one.

Gu Ming looked at Ooka Shinichi and thought what a coincidence. He had come to Wan Gu to look for Wan Gu Yi.

"Ooka-kun, are you moving things?" Gu Ming said, "I heard that Ksai's overseas ratings are pretty good recently."

"Yeah." Ooka Shinichi was speechless.

What does this have to do with him? He is not a photographer.

Gu Ming crossed his arms, looking thoughtful: "Speaking of which, I'm preparing a work."

"Ah..." Shinichi Ooka still didn't understand.

What does this have to do with him? !

Gu Ming stopped and looked at Ooka Shinichi's face, which was somewhat numb and full of boredom with life.

"Because this is a new film, we need to keep costs down. Does Ooka-kun have any previous films that you'd like me to see?"

Shinichi Ooka's brain short-circuited for a moment.

After a few breaths, he finally realized what these words meant.

Could it be that.

Could it be.

Find him to be the photographer!

"Works? Yes! Of course I do! I have the finished tapes at home, you can bring them anytime!"

Gu Ming patted Ooka Shinichi on the shoulder with a smile.

"Well, please wait for me for a moment, Ooka-kun. I need to go talk to Ichi-nii about the subsequent work arrangements. Let's go get the tape together later!"

Ooka Shinichi was shocked: "So anxious?!"

"Isn't it good to be anxious?"

"Okay! Of course!"

Shinichi Ooka held the photographic equipment and felt that he had more strength to walk. He could climb the stairs in one breath without any pain in his waist and legs.

He is no longer in pain, he is so happy!
(End of this chapter)