Chinese entertainment starts with Hong Shixian

Chapter 630 I don't understand, why...

Shandong Province, Qingdao

Oriental Movie Metropolis... is actually Wanda Film Base.

In a meeting room, the main creators of the movie "The Great Wall" gathered to discuss matters related to the film's release.

Let's also discuss "Operation Red Sea".

Qi Hui has made a strong showing in recent years with his patriotic war films. Driven by films like "The Taking of Tiger Mountain" and "Wolf Warrior," the market for these films has become increasingly hot.

So, don't be fooled by their numerous stars, huge investment, and the fact that they have Zhang Yimou, the "national director," directing the film.

But they were still somewhat apprehensive and wary of Qi Hui's "Operation Red Sea".

Qi Hui is not to be trifled with!
Enlight Media, Bona Film Group, and iQiyi are wary of Zhang Yimou's "The Great Wall," but Zhang Yimou and "The Great Wall" are also wary of Qi Hui and "Operation Red Sea."
"When will the post-production work be finished?" Gan Wei asked. She was the female lead, but also the wife of LeEco's boss.

Therefore, she can serve as LeEco's representative on the "Great Wall" project.

Upon hearing this, the Wanda staff also looked at Zhang Yimou.

"Around mid-July," Zhang Yi said slowly, lighting a cigarette.

White smoke billowed from his nostrils; his old face, though not grave, showed little sign of relief.

Filming for "The Great Wall" started a long time ago and was completed two months ago.

The post-production work was a bit rushed due to the large number of special effects involved.

It would be even better if we could have an extra month.

However... not only LeEco couldn't wait any longer, but he couldn't wait any longer either.

If LeEco's stock runs into trouble, his investments will also face significant problems.

"Can you guarantee the quality?" the Wanda representative asked slowly.

They don't object to the film being released early, but their concern is actually about the film's quality.

The film has a lot of special effects, and he didn't want the special effects to be fragmented.

“No problem.” Zhang Yi nodded. The Hollywood special effects team was no joke; they could meet his requirements.

Besides, they can work overtime and get extra pay!

Upon hearing this, the Wanda representative nodded; since that was the case, he had no further objections.

"Let's set it for the summer movie season in July."

"We'll discuss the specific date in more detail later."

Upon hearing this, everyone in the conference room nodded in agreement.

Soon, the next topic came up: Qi Hui's "Operation Red Sea".

If "The Great Wall" and "Operation Red Sea" go head-to-head, can they fight to a draw, or can one of them defeat the other?

If that doesn't work, then we'll have to reconsider the schedule.

However, before the question could even leave his lips, Gan Wei abruptly interrupted him. She frowned and asked in a low voice:
"I don't understand why people have this question? Does anyone think Director Zhang is inferior to that newcomer Qi Hui?"

"Could it be Matt Damon from Hollywood, Willem Dafoe, Andy Lau and Eddie Peng from Hong Kong and Taiwan, Zhang Hanyu, myself, Zheng Kai, Wang Junkai, and Lu Han?"

Are we celebrities not even as good as those ugly ducklings on Qi Hui's side?

"Besides Zhou Xun and Qi Hui, who else are the big names in 'Operation Red Sea'?"

"Furthermore, the investment is 10 billion versus 6 million!" Gan Wei looked around and said in a deep voice, "No matter how you look at it, the advantage is in my hands!"

"..."×n
These words were spoken with conviction and passion, and they were all the truth.

Qi Hui's "Operation Red Sea" is indeed inferior to "The Great Wall" no matter how you look at it...

Thinking of this, everyone at the meeting relaxed a little.

His fear of Qi Hui lessened considerably.

That's absolutely right, and makes a lot of sense!
……

Jinling
China Southern Airlines, Ming Palace Campus Gate
The TV series "In the Name of the People" will be filming here tonight.

It's the workplace of Zhao Dehan in the drama, some kind of national ministry or something.

The set design team has already set up the relevant scenes.

Students are prohibited from approaching, and a sign from a certain ministry is conveniently hung up there.

Once filming starts, just drive in with Zhao Dehan's van.

Take multiple shots so you can choose the best one later.

Even so, many students from China Southern Airlines still gathered around.

Watching curiously from a distance required by the film crew.

Qi Hui, dressed in an administrative jacket, looked left and right. If he remembered correctly, Chen Duling was from this school, right?
I just don't know if it's this campus.

Qi Hui had a few thoughts flashing through his mind, but he didn't pay much attention and walked into the campus. This play didn't need actors, nor did it need him; he was just here to join in the fun.

Previously, I went over lines with Zhang Zhijian, Wu Gang, and a few others on set.

Now that Wu Gang and the others have been stuffed into a van as extras, he naturally comes out for a stroll.

He took a stroll around and realized that he had studied engineering before he traveled through time, and sometimes he still missed those days.

If it happened again... I'd laugh myself to death. I'd rather die than study civil engineering!

……

"Hey... Duling." A girl came over mysteriously: "I heard someone's filming a movie at our school!"

"Come on then..." Chen Duling looked at the book, not very interested.

It's not like she hasn't acted before.

"I heard Qi Hui is here too."

"Hmm?" Chen Duling looked up, somewhat surprised. "Really?"

Boss... wasn't "Operation Red Sea" filmed in the desert or at sea?

"Want to go take a look together?" the girl excitedly urged.

She felt it wasn't right to skip class alone; having another person would make it more appropriate.

"Well... okay, let's go take a look." Chen Duling nodded.

For college students, skipping a class once isn't a big deal.

Without further ado, the two put down their books and slipped out of the classroom before the bell rang for the second period.

Soon, the two ran to the school gate.

It turned out that there were even more people there, gathered around and watching curiously.

Several boys even held binoculars, curiously watching the film crew at work.

I just love joining in the fun.

Chen Duling and her companion walked around, but didn't see anything interesting.

They wanted to sneak out, but there was no way out.

There was nothing they could do; they were just about to head home when, in the blink of an eye, Chen Duling spotted a familiar figure not far away.

Qi Hui!

She was quite familiar with Qi Hui; during filming, Qi Hui had hugged her several times.

Although Qi Hui didn't talk to her much outside the film set, Chen Duling still recognized Qi Hui's back.

"Uh... do you know that person?" the female classmate asked, puzzled.

“Qi Hui,” Chen Duling said.

"Really?" The female student was shocked, but also a little excited. "Quick, let's go see! I want an autograph!"

As she spoke, she pulled Chen Duling over.

"Eh..." Chen Duling had just realized what was happening when she was pulled over.

"Hello, Qi Hui, I'm your fan..." the girl said excitedly.

But when the person turned around, the two girls subconsciously took a deep breath and closed their mouths in fear.

Qi Hui was dressed in an executive jacket, holding a thermos in his hand. He was serious and composed.

At first glance, he looks like the school principal and the college secretary.

It gave me the creeps... They skipped class to get here!
"Oh... Duling." Qi Hui recognized the two of them and exclaimed, "And this female classmate, hello."

"Uh... hello!" The female classmate smiled awkwardly and quickly greeted him.

"Haha... Hello, boss." Chen Duling managed a forced greeting, feeling a little uncomfortable with the boss's strong aura.

"Don't you study in the evening?" Qi Hui chuckled. "Or do you have classes?"

"Yes...yes, we have class." The girl nodded repeatedly, waved, and quickly left with Chen Duling.

He didn't even mention the signature he had just thought of.

Qi Hui unscrewed the thermos and took a sip of goji berry tea, then couldn't help but chuckle.

These two girls are quite interesting.

So you were scared away?

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Thank you to readers Da Qin Si Shi Huangdi and Qiu Feng Fu Guo Yangzhou for the generous donations. Regarding extra chapters... yes, I will. In a few days, before the end of the month (_).
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