Huayu: A Commercial Director

Chapter 159 Occupying the toilet, is it dead or alive?
Netizens began to identify with each of the descriptions.

The film and television industry, however, remained remarkably quiet.

Because Chen Shouzhe actually cursed everyone.

Not only did they name the director, but they also criticized many actors.

He commands exorbitant salaries but acts like a diva and alters the script.

If you can't even be a good actor, how can you want to be a screenwriter or a director? You're just asking for trouble.

No one dared to speak up, because they knew that speaking up would definitely get them criticized.

The audience is not the same as before.

Let the media publish whatever they want to see, and discuss it privately.

Things are different now; we have the internet and self-media platforms.

Everyone can pick up their phone to write and publish articles, and everyone can leave comments in the comment section. So who dares to stand out?

With such high salaries, they're bound to face criticism; if they show their face now, they'll definitely be targeted for crackdown.

However, some people couldn't sit still and started cursing on Weibo.

"Some people really think they're something special. Just a businessman who's made a few movies? Who do you think you are? When I was making movies, I was a nobody, someone who couldn't be brought to the table."

The person who posted the Weibo post is Lu Chuan, nicknamed Lu Taro. He is also a director and a graduate of the Beijing Film Academy, making him Chen Shouzhe's senior.

The trash Chen Shouzhe had been cursing earlier was him, the useless piece of trash who was made to cry by Jiang Wen on set.

Why call him trash? He glorifies the enemy in a war of aggression. What else could such a person be but trash?

Furthermore, they even took the movie to that country for screening, making a fool of themselves in front of the Chinese people.

A few years ago, Emperor Entertainment invested in him, giving him tens of millions to make a historical film, but he lost everything and no one has invested in him since. A few days ago, he joined the Lok Company and is now making a disaster film.

When this guy filmed his first movie, the lead actor was Jiang Wen. The style of the movie was completely influenced by Jiang Wen. He was completely carried by Jiang Wen and even cried when Jiang Wen scolded him on set.

Later, they filmed a documentary, which resulted in a plagiarism lawsuit. Then, miraculously, the case was overturned, and despite it being clearly plagiarism, they won.

It has to be said that having a good father is indeed a good thing, as it can bring a lot of benefits to his son. An author actually became a member of the review team, ostensibly as a screenwriter, but in reality, they are just a group of unrelated people who wield a small amount of power.

If Lu Chuan's third film can pass censorship, then those who were responsible for censorship should all commit suicide as an apology.

Yet this kind of garbage can still be made into movies. I have to say, they really know how to play the game.

In response to Lu Chuan's outburst, Chen Shou replied directly.

"Does this monkey still dare to jump around in front of me? Wait until the old monkey dies, and see if I don't kill the little monkey."

Chen Shouzhe's words were quickly deleted by Weibo, and he was even banned from posting for half a month.

However, screenshots are flying everywhere, and netizens are excited.

You really don't give me any face at all. I'll kill you when your father dies, or I won't even wait until your father dies, I'll kill you when your father retires.

Director Tong from the General Administration looked helplessly at the old man in front of him. Despite his advanced age, he was full of confidence.

He's 72 years old, but you wouldn't guess it. As a veteran screenwriter and writer, this old man is still in the review team even though he's past retirement age. It's clear that this kind of scum won't retire until he dies.

“This is outrageous! He’s cursing me to die, and then he’ll bully my son after I’m gone, isn’t he? This kind of person should be banned! He should be banned from making movies forever!” Lu Taro’s father said excitedly in front of the children’s studio.

"You're getting on in years, you should go back and rest," Director Tong said.

"How can I rest? I'm afraid that he will bully my son after I die."

"Why didn't you say anything when you were bullying him? Your son called others lowlifes, didn't you see that?"

“When did I bully him? Isn’t he a lowlife? What right does a comedian have to talk about my son? Not only him, but Jiang Wen is the same. The two of them are in cahoots. They should continue to be banned, and their movies should be banned. Those kinds of movies should not be allowed to be released.”

"That's enough. You're not young anymore. Go back and get some rest. Secretary Zhang, take Mr. Lu back."

"Director Tong, if you don't deal with those two, I'm not leaving."

Director Tong was also a man with a temper, but he held back: "Are you going to die here? Look at your son's situation after you die. Even An Le can be blacklisted, let alone your son. How long can your so-called friends protect your son? Humph, why don't you just live well and shut up? You should know what kind of movies your son is making."

"Tong Gan, you... I am someone who has made contributions to the national film industry."

"Times have changed. An Le made contributions to the country's film industry back then. You've been in this position for so many years, you know in your heart that you should have retired long ago. At seventy-two years old, you're still on the job. Do you want to work until you die?"

"You, you. You..."

"Send Mr. Lu out, and have Chen Shou come over."

"I'm not leaving. I want to confront that lowlife son of a bitch."

“I’m afraid you’ll die in front of him. He’s just a comedian. Do you think you can out-argue him? Don’t forget, he wrote ‘Dead Water’ for you. You can write articles, but so can he. ‘Journey to the West’ and ‘Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio’ are his works. Do you really want to die here? He doesn’t care whether you live or die.”

Lu Taro's father, exasperated and finding himself helpless, left the office with the help of his secretary. Meanwhile, Chen Shou, having received a phone call, swaggered to the entrance of headquarters.

At this time, a lot of media came to the entrance of the General Administration, and they immediately surrounded Chen Shouzhe when he appeared.

"Director Chen, your account has been suspended for half a month. What are your thoughts on this?"

"I dare not think about it."

"Director Chen, is your film stuck in censorship? Are you here to resolve this?"

"I don't know yet. I'll let you know when I get out."

What's your opinion on Director Chen's comment that Lu Chuan is a lowlife?

"Will I write a poem in a few days? Don't underestimate me, I can do more than just make movies, I can also write poetry."

"Writing poetry?!!"

The media reporters watched excitedly as Chen Shouzhe walked through the gate. The security guards at the gate stared at them, and they didn't dare to go in, watching Chen Shouzhe walk through the gate.

Chen Shouzhe strode toward Director Tong's office, passing many staff members from the General Administration, many of whom, especially the younger ones, gave him a thumbs-up.

"Director Chen, Director Tong is waiting for you." Secretary Zhang said to Chen Shouzhe with a smile as he approached.

"How is Director Tong feeling?" Chen Shou asked in a low voice.

"That's not a good idea," Secretary Zhang said hesitantly.

As he spoke, Secretary Zhang pushed open the door and said, "Director Tong, Director Chen is here."

"you……"

"Director Tong, I want to report Lu Chuan for disregarding historical truth, distorting history, glorifying the war of aggression, and praising the enemy during the filming of the Jiangling Massacre." Before Tong Gan could speak, Chen Shouzhe took out his identity and said.

“You…” Tong Gan pointed at Chen Shouzhe, not knowing what to say for a moment. This was the first time he had encountered such a scoundrel.

Secretary Zhang was stunned by Chen Shouzhe's move, while Old Man Lu, who was standing at the door preparing to come and find Chen Shouzhe, almost couldn't catch his breath.

"Director Tong, movies are a form of propaganda. By glorifying the war of aggression and praising the enemy, I strongly suspect that he was paid by enemy agents. Moreover, the fact that the movie was able to pass the review and be released means that someone tampered with the film's approval process. They must have also received money from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. I want to report the review team and investigate the source of their funds and whether they have any connection with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs," Chen Shou said, holding up his ID card.

"You... Secretary Zhang, close the door." Director Tong was so angry he laughed, and gestured for Secretary Zhang to leave.

Secretary Zhang snapped out of his daze, walked to the door and closed it, just in time to see Old Man Lu standing there. Not only him, but he had brought several other people with him, and these old men were all helping him up.

"What are you all doing here? Go back and rest quickly, the leaders are discussing business."

"Secretary Zhang."

"Did everyone hear that? Director Chen is making a report, and it concerns the safety of the whistleblower. If an investigation is launched, we hope you will cooperate. Please go back now," Secretary Zhang said sternly.

The old men looked at each other, feeling scared. If they were really investigated, things could get complicated. Who could guarantee that their hands and feet were clean?

How did the great poet's film pass censorship?

Even if you don't receive money, there are still social interactions, and that's the biggest resource in the industry.

Fearing they might get into trouble, they helped the old man away.

Chen Shouzhe was still in the office holding his ID card.

"Are you really going to report this?" Director Tong's smile faded, and his expression gradually turned cold.

"If they're going to ban me anyway, then we'll all die together. A bunch of biased bastards. At worst, I'll switch careers and write novels. Maybe the censorship department can reserve a spot for me then," Chen Shou said with a smile.

"Enough with the sarcastic remarks. If I didn't know you were patriotic, I would have sent you to jail long ago to see what kind of things you've done."

"Hehe, if they don't offend me, I won't offend him either."

"You started it by swearing."

Who did I insult?

Director Tong was speechless. Indeed, Chen Shouzhe hadn't named anyone in particular; it was Lu Taro who jumped out to respond, and Chen Shouzhe responded as well, without naming anyone.

"Alright, just say less in the future. Look at what you said today, you had a good scolding," said Director Tong.

"I was just venting. The salary cap was only issued last year, and actors' salaries are still rising. You must know that, right? Everyone's too rich now. What kind of quality are the movies? They're all relying on false advertising. If we really want the domestic film market to be good and develop healthily, we must severely restrict them. Things are different now than before. We are more confident. The fact that mainstream films can be box office hits is a good sign," Chen Shou said.

“I know you’re doing this for the good of the movie. These problems can’t be solved in a day or two. Let’s calm down for a while and not cause any trouble.” Director Tong thought about it carefully and realized there wasn’t anything seriously wrong, except that he had almost angered an old man to death.

Chen Shou cautiously asked, "About the report..."

"roll!"

(End of this chapter)