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Chapter 161 Qin Lan Invites You to Dance (34)

"This kid, sigh, never mind, I've done all I could."

Han Sanping sighed, ignored Lu Chuan, and instead asked about Shen Shandeng's plan.

"Let's not talk about him anymore. What are your plans next? 'Lost in Thailand' has just finished filming. Are you going to take a break first, or immediately start post-production?"

"Let's go check out the 'Jiajing' production team first," Shen Shandeng said. "Although we get daily briefings and can review the materials remotely, we still won't feel at ease until we're actually on set."

Upon hearing this, Han Sanping showed genuine appreciation: "Speaking of which, the 'Jiajing' production team is running quite well. Wu Jing is in charge, and Zhou Qifeng is also a master at production coordination."

In fact, what Han Sanping valued more was Shen Shandeng's ability to develop a team.
"The Eunuch" cultivated a group of people, who were then able to support "Jiajing".

Han Sanping remarked with emotion, "The filming schedule for 'Lost in Thailand' was over fifty days, and you completed it on time. You must have trained another batch of elite soldiers. I was originally thinking of having this team help Lu Chuan out."

"Actually, Lu Chuan is not bad. The Nanjing team is also full of young people. He borrowed money everywhere for this project."

Shen Shandeng shook his head and said, "Factory Director, you flatter me. I'm not quite satisfied yet; I need to go and see for myself."

Han Sanping was speechless. Was this still not satisfactory?
The combination of Wu Jing and Zhou Qifeng, in terms of execution and reliability, could easily outperform ten Lu Chuan characters, far surpassing the so-called big-name director's crew.

The crew of "Lost in Thailand" has disbanded.

Shen Shandeng immediately set off for Hengdian to join the "Jiajing" film crew.

Upon arriving at the scene.

Shen Shandeng nodded in agreement. The venue was well-organized, and the collaboration between departments was smooth.

Although not as effortlessly as when he was in charge, it still far exceeds the industry average.

As soon as Wu Jing saw him, he wanted to hand the director's microphone back, but Shen Shandeng waved his hand and said, "You continue, let me take a look."

Shen Shandeng carefully reviewed the footage shot recently.

The composition, use of light and shadow, and acting are all above average, bearing his distinct aesthetic imprint: weighty, sharp, and full of power.

Under his high pressure and various forms of psychological manipulation, Wu Jing is rapidly transforming from an action star into a qualified commercial film director.

Shen Shandeng trusted Wu Jing to do this project because Wu Jing has excellent aesthetic sense.

Even though Wu Jing's role in the "Jiajing" project was similar to that of a director under the Hollywood production system, the director's aesthetic sense was still very important.

The choice of camera angles, costumes, props, and sets greatly influences the quality of a production.

Wu Jing's aesthetic sense is at least normal; he has basic common sense.

As for whether it would feel awkward for a Manchu to film the Ming Dynasty, Shen Shandeng didn't see it.

Shen Shandeng stayed on set for two days but did not interfere with Wu Jing's creative process. He simply streamlined and optimized the coordination process between various departments.

Using construction site management to cultivate film talent is indeed far superior to the film industry.

At least he did cultivate a team, and with "Lost in Thailand," another team will emerge.

Civil engineering is project-centric, emphasizes standardized processes and collaborative work, and incorporates modern engineering management thinking.

This management approach, when applied to film, achieves a devastating impact.

The traditional film industry model, which relies on the personal charisma of big-name directors, is outdated.

Compared to the glamorous directors on screen, the unsung heroes behind the scenes are the foundation that supports the Chinese film industry.

This is exactly what Shen Shandeng wants: to establish a talent system for mass replication and to create an industrialized process.

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Shen Shandeng had always wanted to make "Brotherhood of Blades," but he wasn't in a hurry. Ultimately, it was because many post-production special effects talents needed time to be trained.

This is not something that can be achieved simply by investing money. Money is just a number; the actual resources behind it are what matter.

Even with massive investment of resources, talent development and system building cannot magically materialize; objectively, it takes time.

After inspecting the film crew, Shen Shandeng let Wu Jing and Zhou Qifeng take charge. "Jiajing" is mainly a drama and the investment is not high. Since he made a promise, he will keep it.

Shen Shandeng will not keep the glory of being a director to himself!
Back in Beijing, the Olympic spirit was even stronger.

Shen Shandeng reduced his workload, which was considered a vacation for himself, and at the same time began the post-production of "Lost in Thailand".

Compared to the smooth sailing of the "Jiajing" crew, Lu Chuan's "Nanjing! Nanjing!" crew is in deep trouble.

The filming was originally scheduled to wrap up in January, but it was repeatedly postponed to February and March, and it looked like it would be delayed indefinitely.

The crew was in disarray, facing immense financial pressure, and burning through cash every single day. Lu Chuan, on set, panicked.

He was still clinging to life, but after leaving the film set and seeing Shen Shandeng, that breath began to dissipate.

Lu Chuan's girlfriend, Qin Lan, saw all of this and was very anxious.

He tried several times to persuade Lu Chuan to lower herself and accept Shen Shandeng's help.

Lu Chuan's temper flared up again, and she resolutely refused.

Left with no other option, Qin Lan contacted her best friend, Da Mimi, through her group of girlfriends.

"Mimi, could you please put in a good word for me and ask Director Shen to help Lu Chuan? He's really in a difficult situation right now."

Qin Lan held Da Mimi's hand, her eyes slightly red.

Da Mimi was unaware of the situation and could only laugh it off; she was now acting like the mistress of the house.

When I got home, I learned the whole story from Shen Shandeng.

Da Mimi called Qin Lan back and politely declined, saying, "Sister Lan, it's not that I don't want to help. My husband said that Director Lu's attitude is the problem, and he can't help even if he wanted to."

"Director Lu's attitude really hurt people's feelings."

Qin Lan was rebuffed. When she returned to the film set, she saw that everyone was extremely tense, which made her even more anxious.

Cao Yu, a photographer who had been working with Lu Chuan since "Kekexili", privately approached her and told her the truth.

"Qin Lan, Director Lu is actually having a very tough time too; he knows it's difficult."

"But he's too proud. He had such a bad falling out with Director Shen, it's harder to get him to back down now than to kill him. Right now, he's just one step away from backing down."

Qin Lan understood.

This step needs to be provided by her, and also requires a middleman of sufficient influence.

a few days later.

Just then, Shen Shandeng moved to a new home in Shunyi District, and Da Mimi hosted a small party, inviting Sun Li and a few other friends to join her for a housewarming party.

Qin Lan was also among those invited. She mustered her spirits, dressed up carefully in a well-fitting long dress, exuding a gentle and graceful demeanor.

After entering, she first exchanged pleasantries with everyone, and finally walked gracefully to Shen Shandeng, who was sitting on the sofa chatting with someone.

Although she was in a hurry, Qin Lan still finished the meal with everyone.

In the evening, we play cards, listen to music, and jump around.

"Director Shen." Sensing the atmosphere was right, Qin Lan smiled gently, approached Shen Shandeng, and bowed slightly, saying, "Sitting here is boring, how about we dance together?"

Even if Shen Shandeng was just sitting there, he was still the center of attention, attracting attention both overtly and covertly.

People playing cards and games slowed down their movements.

Da Mimi gritted her teeth, feeling that her best friends cared about their men more than she did.

Sun Li saw this and felt a little envious.

Shen Shandeng smiled, stood up with gentlemanly manners, and elegantly extended his hand. Without putting on airs, he joked, "Sister Lan, your style is a bit old-fashioned. Why don't you perform a talent?"

"I am..." Qin Lan was a little embarrassed, especially with everyone watching.

"My pleasure."

If Da Mimi were to dance with another man, Shen Shandeng would definitely not agree.

Currently, Yang Mi has reduced her filming schedule, and those involving physical contact are even less likely to happen.

However, Shen Shandeng felt it was acceptable if he danced with other women.

There's nothing else to it; I just enjoy this kind of elegant sport. It's a form of etiquette, nothing more.

The two moved to the music.

Qin Lan spoke in a low, earnest voice, only the two of them could hear, "Director Shen, Lu Chuan knows he was wrong. That project really needs you."

Shen Shandeng's hands steadily supported her waist. There were no dance steps required; they were simply enjoying the atmosphere. He remained noncommittal about Qin Lan's question.

(End of this chapter)