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Chapter 171 The Hong Kong Media's Defenses Are Breached!
"By the way, China Film Group and Yinghuang will be setting up a brokerage company. Remember to attend the unveiling ceremony."

"Is China Film Group going to get into artist management?"

Tian Xiaole asked curiously.

“China Film Group has abundant film and television resources and invests in numerous projects every year. Now that actors’ salaries are rising again and again, it’s better to use our own actors than to let others pay them.

Han Sanping's words were irrefutable.

Outside, Orange Sky Entertainment and Huayi Brothers are poaching talent everywhere, flirting with leading actors like Huang Xiaoming, Deng Chao, and Lu Yi.

This competitive environment has inadvertently raised the market value of some actors.

With the addition of the new company established by China Film Group and Yinghuang Film Group, the market value of the actors and stars who are being sought after is expected to rise sharply again.

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After leaving China Film Group, I went straight back to my company.
Shu Chang and her agent came to her; the latter was assigned to each artist by the company.

There are also assistants, drivers, bodyguards, etc., all dedicated to serving a single artist.

There's a TV series that wants to cast Shu Chang in a role. She's part of the same production team as "The Lotus Lantern," and she'd definitely be the female lead.

The agent felt it was too outdated and not suitable for the artist's development.

【Magic Phone】!
Looking at the title of the script in her hand, Tian Xiaole suppressed a laugh. The role of Silly Girl was really suitable for Shu Chang.

The only major flaw is that the timeline is too short. If it were set a hundred years in the future, such a phone might actually exist.

"Take the job if you want. It's filmed by a CCTV team, so the quality should be guaranteed."

Tian Xiaole handed the script back. It would be such a pity to miss out on such a classic character.

"Thank you, Director Tian. Um, about our company..."

Seeing Shu Chang stammering, Tian Xiaole patiently asked:

"Anything else?"

"Does the company still sign actors? I have a relative..."

Shu Chang spoke softer and softer, somewhat embarrassed.

Joining Xiaole Pictures means you'll never have to worry about resources, and you might even get a role in a Hollywood movie.

She truly understands how many people want to sign a contract but don't have the connections.

"What, does your uncle also want to become an actor?"

Tian Xiaole knew a little about Shu Chang's family background; his parents had passed away early, and he lived with his uncle's family.

That pile of agency contracts from last time was signed by this unreliable uncle on his own initiative.

"Pfft~"

Shu Chang couldn't help but laugh out loud, but Tian Xiaole misunderstood and quickly waved her hand, saying:

"She is my aunt's child. She just auditioned for the role of Nezha in 'The Legend of Nezha' and wants to sign with a bigger agency."

"Oh, so she got the role based on her talent?"

Tian Xiaole asked with amusement.

"I... I did recommend it."

Shu Chang lowered his head and spoke very softly.

"Your relative's company isn't interested. Don't do it again for the time you recommended them."

【The Legend of Nezha】is a CCTV-commissioned drama. The fact that an ordinary little girl got such an important role is largely due to Shu Chang's recommendation.

She's a contracted actress with Xiaole Pictures, so there's a bit of an element of leveraging their fame.

"Well, I see."

Shu Chang was a little disappointed that he couldn't help his sweet-talking and clingy little cousin.

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Tian Xiaole noted that China Film Group added $200 million in insurance premiums before the "Red Cliff" project was allowed to start filming.

The film market is truly in dire straits. In early March, the South Korean import "The Host" dominated, while in the latter half of the month, "Babel" swept all before it, leaving domestic films in a state of utter despair.

James sent an email saying that "The Purge" had completed post-production and Lionsgate wanted to acquire the film's distribution rights.

Tian Xiaole replied to the past, agreeing to Lionsgate's distribution. Given the previous cooperation, and since they also wanted the copyright for "Infiltrator," he would definitely do his best.

Filming for "New World" directed by CJ has wrapped and the project has entered the post-production stage.

The film and television industry has become industrialized, with film production as fast as an assembly line.

"Painted Skin" is a major production, and there was a lot of pre-production work involved, especially in costume design.

It requires consulting a lot of historical materials to restore the appearance of that period as much as possible.

For a meticulous fifth-generation director like Lao Tian, ​​following the established procedures is sufficient; actors reading aloud together is an essential part of the process.

I heard that the filming location has been found, in Ningxia.

The desolate and rugged ancient town, with its lone smoke rising straight from the desert, is very suitable for the plot description of "Painted Skin".

The unveiling ceremony for the brokerage company jointly established by China Film Group and Yinghuang was held at the Wendu Water City Training Camp in the capital.

Many reporters were invited, and both Han Sanping and Boss Yang were present. Many film and television companies in the industry also came to show their support.

After a simple ribbon-cutting ceremony, the first batch of signed artists was announced.

Jackie Chan, Nicholas Tse, Joey Yung, Sun Honglei...

Zhao Yanzi stated directly on the spot that after her agency contract expires, she will sign with the company established by China Film Group and Yinghuang Group.

Mr. Yang was very pleased and made a promise on the spot.

As long as she signs the contract, she will receive a signing bonus of 100 million yuan, and the company will guarantee to produce 2-3 films for her every year and support her in becoming a director.

Perhaps they got carried away and forgot they were in mainland China, making such boastful remarks.

"As long as you sign with our company, whoever I promote will definitely become famous, and you will have fans wherever there are Chinese people in the world."

After saying that, he even brought up Jackie Chan as an example.

These words were met with cheers from the audience.

Jackie Chan flashed his signature smile, joining in his boss's boasting.

Han Sanping immediately replied, "Then you should praise me."

The atmosphere became lively, and the effect was perfect.

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During the party, Boss Yang approached, followed by Yinghuang artists.

"Director Tin, the publicity for [Ip Man 2] will definitely be no worse than the first one. In the future, if there are any suitable themes for Hong Kong, just hand them over to Ying and Wong. Why go to such lengths?"

Tian Xiaole knew he was referring to "The New World," but didn't explain the script's content, simply replying perfunctorily:
"Let's talk about it when we find a suitable subject."

Boss Yang didn't mention it again, and gave up the artists who were following him.
"We hope that Director Tian's projects will give more consideration to the actors from our new company."

"I'll consider it if there's a suitable role," Tian Xiaole nodded and said.

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"Hello Director Tian, ​​I am Sun Honglei, and I play the lizard demon in Professor Tian's new play."

Sun Honglei has single eyelids, small eyes, and a buzz cut.

When he laughs, his eyes disappear; when he doesn't laugh, he looks like a bad guy.

"Your contract with Xinbaoyuan hasn't expired yet, so why did you sign with them?"

Tian Xiaole asked curiously.

After Zhao Baogang gave Wang Luodan the lead role in "Struggle," he looked into the actors signed under Xinbaoyuan and wanted to find an opportunity to return the favor.

Seeing that Tian Xiaole was unaware of the details, Sun Honglei explained:
"The establishment of this brokerage company was facilitated by Beijing Television and is a collaboration between China Film Group, Yinghuang Group, and Xinbaoyuan Group."

Zhao Yanzi, who was not far away, watched Tian Xiaole and Sun Honglei chatting and wanted to come up and say hello.

She didn't know why, but she felt that Tian Xiaole was intentionally distancing herself.

The new season of "Happy Boys" has officially opened for registration, with Li Yundi serving as the image ambassador.

A news story caught Tian Xiaole's attention.

A student from the Central Academy of Drama named Zhang Han refused to be stopped by traffic police and dragged a person for 100 meters.

The film "Painted Skin" held its launch press conference in the capital, inviting hundreds of media outlets to witness the event.

Lao Tian was interviewed on stage and talked about the origin of the script for "Painted Skin".

"One day I suddenly wanted to make a fantasy drama. I originally wanted to adapt a novel, but after Director Oda read it, he rejected it outright, which is why the script for 'Painted Skin' came about."

No one expected that this play would be created and that these stories would unfold within it. Everyone looked at Tian Xiaole sitting in the audience.

"Director Xiaotian, how did you create 'Painted Skin'? Would you mind telling us?" a reporter asked.

Looking at the microphone shoved to his lips, Tian Xiaole began to speak:
"The script is based on 'Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio' and incorporates elements of folk tales and supernatural events..."

These cultural treasures that have survived to this day need to be filmed by Chinese people themselves to capture their true essence.

Hu Jun on stage had a very interesting expression on his face. He thought of the actor who played Zhuge Liang in "Red Cliff," who was indeed a traitor.

As for the other actors, they couldn't even speak Mandarin properly, yet they were starring in a historical drama that is familiar to Chinese people.

His portrayal of Zhao Yun is somewhat out of place among the others.

After the opening ceremony ended, the news that I thought would dominate the headlines was replaced by another story.

A fanatical fan of Liu Dehua, probably obsessed, drove his father to commit suicide by jumping into the sea.

This news has been featured on major news outlets, which seems to be fueling the fire.

After seeing Lao Tian off on a plane bound for Northwest China, Tian Xiaole checked online news on her way back.

The suicide note of the father was made public, which was full of insults against Andy Lau, and he begged to see his daughter one last time.

A daughter with a strange obsession naturally has a peculiar father.

The overwhelming online condemnation made Tian Xiaole feel that Liu Dehua was wronged and suffered an undeserved disaster.

No wonder they kept their marriage a secret for so many years and never dared to go public. No one can stand fans with this kind of obsessive fanaticism.

Entering April, every year on the first of April, a large number of fans will mourn that Hong Kong superstar.

But few people know that the heroic pilot Wang Wei is unable to return.

Tears!

Shang Wenjie, the champion of last year's "Super Girl" competition, sued her management company, Tianyu Media, for interfering with her creative process.

The invitation to the 14th Capital College Student Film Festival was delivered to Tian Xiaole, inviting him to attend as an award presenter.

Since I had some free time during this period, I agreed.

That afternoon, Tian Xiaole confirmed his attendance, and the news was reported.

As a student film festival, it is not highly regarded in the industry, and there are not many high-profile guests who can attend.

With a renowned director like Tian Xiaole participating, it's natural that it deserves to be promoted properly.

"【Extreme Job】has been submitted to the film festival. Who knows what award it might win, haha."

Upon hearing the news, Ning Hao called immediately, and the first thing he said was this, his laughter sounding somewhat melancholic.

He was once an artistic youth with the ambition to make a name for himself in the field of art films and win awards at major film festivals.

Now, they have no choice but to compromise with the market and settle into commercial films.

"Don't take awards too seriously, especially since it's just a college student film festival."

Tian Xiaole said casually.

"You're so high and mighty, you think you're so great, okay?"

Ning Hao was about to curse; a true hero doesn't know the hunger of a starving man.

"No, I'm just an ordinary person. I'm hoping to achieve something at Cannes."

"Damn it, I'm hanging up."

Looking at the phone that had just ended, Tian Xiaole shook her head. Had she really fallen for him so easily?
The assistant knocked on the door and came in.

"Boss, this is an invitation from the Hong Kong Film Awards."

"Wasn't it already held in February? Why are they still sending out invitations?"

Tian Xiaole suspected that she had misremembered.

"It's not the Hollywood Oscars, it's the Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony."

After receiving the invitation from his assistant, Tian Xiaole fell into deep thought.

Don't those people from Hong Kong know that he has always ignored Hong Kong actors, so why did he invite him to the Hong Kong Film Awards?
"Just refuse outright. Why choose such a terrible name? It's like they're trying to show their loyalty."

Tian Xiaole threw the invitation into the trash can, finding the behavior shameful.

Wang Luodan came looking for her shortly after her assistant left.

With a pitiful expression and pouting lips, it's a favorite among anglers.

"What's wrong with you?"

Tian Xiaole asked, somewhat amused.

"Everyone else in the company is making movies, but I'm just going downhill and ending up stuck in the TV drama field."

"What's wrong with making TV dramas? Aren't they all contributing to the Chinese film and television industry?"

Tian Xiaole said emphatically.

"Brother Le, you're so mean, you're bullying me~"

Wang Luodan refused to listen, lightly slapping Tian Xiaole's arm while constantly wiggling her hips in her arms.

Zhao Liying, a newcomer to the company, has already been cast as the third female lead, which has made her feel a strong sense of crisis.

She knows her disadvantage: small breasts.

He then used his buttocks to tease Tian Xiaole intensely.

Aside from being a bit lecherous, this man is quite effective at using coquetry, provided the demands aren't excessive.

"Alright, which role have you set your sights on now?"

Tian Xiaole stopped the rubbing of his buttocks and said irritably.

"Hehe, Brother Le, you really understand me."

Wang Luodan smiled and offered a compliment, then continued:

"The female lead for the TV series that Director Zhao is preparing to start this year is quite suitable for me."

"Then why don't you just do a normal audition?"

"I thought so too, but Director Zhao said that the competition for this role is fierce and he will carefully consider the choice of actor."

"Is that what Zhao Baogang told you?"

Wang Luodan thought about it carefully for a moment, then nodded and said:
"Yes, that's how it's said. Is there anything wrong with it?"

Tian Xiaole pinched her cheek. These actresses are all very thin in order to look good on camera, and their faces are not very fleshy.

"That old fox is eyeing my role, wanting to replace me with the female lead in the TV series."

I promised to give Xinbaoyuan actors a chance when they asked for the female lead in "Struggle".

Sun Honglei got the role in "Painted Skin," which shows that Zhao Baogang saw the benefits of resource exchange.

He specifically told Wang Luodan that he was going to start a TV series in the second half of the year, and the female lead was very suitable for her, but the competition was fierce. He wanted Tian Xiaole to personally ask for the role.

What's the name of the TV series?

"It seems to be called 'Who Decides My Youth?'"

Tian Xiaole thought about it carefully and realized that he didn't remember the TV series and it wouldn't be of much help to Wang Luodan.

"Let's not get involved in this drama anymore, let's focus on movies in the future."

"Brother Le, you're so kind. I'll listen to you."

Wang Luodan was very happy to hear the promise.

Knowing she has small breasts, she uses her mouth instead.

Tian Xiaole likes this method to cool down in the hot summer.

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Hong Kong media are incredibly efficient; the news broke almost as soon as Tian Xiaole refused.

The Hong Kong Film Awards invited mainland director Tian Xiaole to participate in the selection process, despite past grievances, but he arrogantly refused.

"Mainland China's top directors actively participate in the College Student Film Festival, but look down on the Hong Kong Film Awards..."

"Mainland director Tian Xiaole knows his talent is limited and dares not compete with outstanding filmmakers from Hong Kong."

Tian Xiaole's name was thus put on the news, and without exception, all the voices were critical and dismissive.

Mainland netizens, however, were not so forgiving. They mocked Hong Kong media and belittled the Hong Kong Film Awards, showing no mercy in their words.

"Those who don't know might think I rejected the Oscars. As for the Oscars, well, I'll just have fun on my own. I don't care about participating."

"They're trying to find someone to carry the bridge; this isn't the first or second time they've done this."

"They have absolutely no shame, and they don't even hold grudges..."

"..."

Seeing the comments from netizens, Tian Xiaole remained unmoved, even feeling that the firepower was just so-so.

There's a lot of news online.

Several major projects are currently in production, and we see reports about them every day.

At the wrap-up press conference for "The Assassin", Chen Kexin announced that the film's name had been changed to "The Warlords".

Filming for "Painted Skin" has begun in Northwest China, and photos from the set are circulating online.

Despite public opinion, Liu Dehua joined the cast of "Three Kingdoms: Resurrection of the Dragon".

The start date for the film "Red Cliff" has been postponed to mid-April.

9 number.

Huang Xiaoming announced his signing with Huayi Brothers and held a grand signing ceremony.

The press conference was held at Green Horse Ranch. Huang Xiaoming rode Wang Zhongjun's beloved horse onto the stage, symbolizing that he is a "thousand-mile horse" and Huayi is a "talent scout".

The Wang brothers presented Huang Xiaoming with a 'golden saddle' and 'golden bricks and glazed tiles' respectively, hoping that Huang Xiaoming would 'add bricks and tiles' to Huayi.

Feng Xiaogang immediately took off his newly purchased Cartier watch and personally put it on Huang Xiaoming's wrist, praising him as an unexpected surprise.

The press conference was very grand, but in Tian Xiaole's view, it was like a show to tell other hesitant actors what to do.

Sign up quickly, Huayi will value you highly.

Of course, it only works for A-list actors.

This year's Cannes Film Festival is celebrating its 60th anniversary, making this year's festival particularly special.

The film festival's official website published a preliminary list of invited guests well in advance.

The names of directors such as Tian Xiaole, Jiang Wen, Wang Jiawei, and Li Yang appeared in the column for participating directors.

The list of judges for this year's main competition includes mainland director Jia Zhangke and Hong Kong actress Maggie Cheung.

The Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony on the 15th was deserted.

On the 19th, the Cannes Film Festival will announce its first batch of nominees, which is being closely watched by filmmakers and art-house film enthusiasts around the world.

(End of this chapter)