Chinese entertainment starts with Hong Shixian

Chapter 563: Script finalized, request warships from the Navy.

Feng Xiaogang harbored some dissatisfaction with Guan Hu.

He, the investor and lead actor, was completely excluded from the film production by Guan Hu.

Not only can they not interfere, they can't even offer suggestions.

Although the other party did not say it explicitly, the contempt of the children of high-ranking officials reappeared.

How could Feng Xiaogang not be furious?

Moreover, the film "Mr. Six" performed so poorly at the beginning of its release, with dismal box office returns and unsuccessful promotional efforts.

"Mr. Six" wasn't overshadowed by "Missing Her," but rather by a whole host of other films released during the National Day holiday.

They didn't even touch the tip of the iceberg of "The Vanished She"!

This infuriated Feng Xiaogang even more. Anyone who didn't know better would think I was inferior to Qi Hui!

Anyone who didn't know better would think I wasn't even a hair on Qi Hui's head!
Therefore, Feng Xiaogang was secretly pleased that the film was pulled from theaters.

As long as we don't start a war, I will never be defeated!

But then came the loss of the film being pulled from theaters, and the heartache that followed – that was an investment of tens of millions.

Although he wasn't paid in cash, he played the male lead, and all the other benefits added up to tens of millions!

It's impossible not to feel heartbroken!
And now, Guan Hu actually wants to push the blame onto Qi Hui?
So, you're planning to have me go to Qi Hui to get compensation, right?
Grass!
Upon hearing Feng Xiaogang's words, the other vice presidents also spoke up.

"I agree with Director Feng's opinion; the failure of the film cannot be blamed on outsiders."

"That's right. We need to be realistic, learn from our experiences, find out where we fell down, and prevent ourselves from falling down again."

"Director Guan, it is completely unacceptable to push the problem onto Qi Hui and attribute all the responsibility to him."

"Putting aside whether Qi Hui played a role in it, even without Qi Hui, it's an undeniable fact that 'Mr. Six' didn't do well at the box office, right?"

"Yes, and there are members of the Hong Kong entertainment circle stirring up trouble here. Is it intentional on their part?"

"What if the Hong Kong entertainment circle is deliberately trying to drive a wedge between us and Qi Hui?"

"..."

The vice presidents spoke one after another, unanimously agreeing that it had nothing to do with Qi Hui, and that the responsibility for the film's losses should lie with you, Guan Hu.

"..." Guan Hu felt a pang of sadness.

He wasted a lot of energy and time on this movie, and even used so many of his family's connections.

And this is how you treat me?

At this thought, a hint of resentment welled up within him...

……

Da da da

As he typed the last character, Qi Hui subconsciously pressed Ctrl+S with his ring and index fingers to save the document.

This action has almost become muscle memory; I type it once after writing a line.

"Finally finished writing..." He stood up and slowly stretched.

The script for "Operation Red Sea" is finally finished!
Jing Tian slowly walked in, holding a cup of hot tea.

"Have you finished writing?" She added fragrance to Qi Hui's sleeves and massaged his shoulders to relax him.

"Yes, it's finished." Qi Hui nodded.

"Wow, that's fast! It's only been a short time and you've already finished a script," Jing Tian couldn't help but exclaim.

The folders were created not long ago, not even a month ago.

"No, I've been thinking about it for a long time." Qi Hui coughed lightly, making his fist, and said casually.

I had already developed my hand speed by writing reports on construction sites.

Writing a script based on the original film is actually not difficult now.

The main task was revising the script, and I wasted a lot of time thinking and revising as I went.

"Hmm~ Is there a role for me?" Jing Tian spun around and lightly sat on Qi Hui's lap, wrapping her arms around his neck and asking curiously.

When Qi Hui was working, she was only responsible for logistics, adding tea and tidying up, without asking any questions.

Therefore, she knew nothing about the script.

As for Qi Hui not working normally... then he has to pay public grain.

I was so busy eating candy, I didn't have time to ask any of these questions.
"Hmm..." Qi Hui hugged Jing Tian, ​​squinted comfortably, and slowly said, "No."

"Hmm?" Jing Tian narrowed her eyes, her gaze unfriendly.

Qi Hui said with some helplessness, "It's a military drama, and it's about the navy, so there are no female characters."

At most, there are only a few female characters who have minor roles and aren't particularly outstanding. "Alright..." Jing Tian sighed, knowing Qi Hui's personality.

Military dramas generally don't have female characters.

"The Golden Horse Awards are next month, do you want to come with me?" Qi Hui asked, bringing up another matter.

“I’m not going.” Jing Tian refused. She wasn’t involved in “Brotherhood of Blades,” so what would she do there?
Moreover, none of the actresses in their production team went, so what kind of behavior would it be for him to go?

"However, I'm going to the Hundred Flowers Awards anyway," Jing Tian grumbled, regardless of whether she could win an award.

“Okay, okay…” Qi Hui nodded repeatedly. “Mojin: The Lost Legend” has been shortlisted for the Hundred Flowers Award. In fact, his “The Vanished She” has also been shortlisted for the Hundred Flowers Award.

Let's go for a stroll together sometime.

The next day, Qi Hui sent the script to the Navy Political Department and applied for support.

I also sent the script to the optoelectronics department for review.

Upon seeing the script delivered by Qi Hui, the people from the Navy Political Department were so surprised that they gasped repeatedly.

According to the script, they need to deploy at least six active warships, as well as active helicopters, Type 1130 close-in weapon systems, and various firearms...

In addition to these, we also have to go abroad to film.

Scenes filmed overseas also required the use of various Humvees and tanks...

In other words, in addition to providing military equipment support, they also need to encourage embassies and foreign officials to apply for filming support.

When you calculate it this way... the forces mobilized are enough to fight a small-scale battle!

Tang Jing immediately stated that she could not make the decision herself and could only report it to her superiors for discussion at the meeting.

By the way, what's your budget, roughly?

She needed to know how determined Qi Hui was.

We can't expect the navy to come to our aid only to have you guys fail, can we?
Touching his chin, Qi Hui slowly said, "The total budget... should be around six or seven hundred million."

Yixin's cash flow could support the entire budget of "Operation Red Sea," but Qi Hui did not intend to do so.

That would be too passive; if something goes wrong, it would be like a stampede of horses.

Therefore, we need to find someone to attract investment!

Tang Jing gave Qi Hui a deep look. Six or seven hundred million, that's almost equivalent to half a warship in active service!
"Okay, I understand," Tang Jing nodded and got up to see Qi Hui off.

……

the other side

The news that Qi Hui's script had been submitted to the Optoelectronics Review Center for review has attracted a lot of attention.

There's no way around it, Qi Hui's "The Vanished She" is just too dazzling.
It has consistently held the top spot in the National Day film season, dominating the charts to this day.

His films are loved by both investors and actors, who all want to be on board.

Soon, some people began to stir.

Light
Wang Changtian toyed with Qi Hui's business card in his hand, hesitating about how to approach the conversation without seeming awkward or distant.

After all, we hadn't collaborated before.

伯纳
Yu Dong stroked his chin, also preparing to participate.

Even if the deal falls through, goodwill remains; he and Qi Hui can still talk.

Huayi
The Wang brothers exchanged a glance and suddenly burst into laughter. Since they had such a good relationship with Qi Hui, investing shouldn't be a problem.

They weren't invited to the last "Si Teng" production, probably because Qi Hui overlooked it.

After all, it's a web series, so the investment isn't that high!

"..."

Besides these large companies, smaller companies are also getting creative.

For example, Yang Mi.

The collaboration on "The Vanished She" was so enjoyable, so it's only natural that they would collaborate again, right?
"I'll find an opportunity to sound out their opinions..." Yang Mi took a deep breath, hoping to get a role.

He'd even accept being a supporting character to Jing Tian!
She's already burdened with a gambling agreement, Alexander. Even if she has to sell herself to Qi Hui now, she's willing to accept it!

the other side

Liu Yifei's agent quickly found her: "Qi Hui has made a move."

Liu Yifei had previously asked her to keep an eye on Qi Hui's movements.

"Really?" Liu Yifei suddenly stood up, her face showing surprise.

A movie is playing, a TV series is waiting to air, and now Qi Hui is working on a new project?

That's some serious energy!
(End of this chapter)