Huayu09: Starting with Hijacking Xiao Shenyang

"Xiao Mo, come here quickly, why isn't this child enthusiastic at all?"

Zhao Benshan complained while frantically giving him meaningful glances.

"Master is here." Chen Mo ran over excitedly, put his hands together politely, and said, "Hello, Director, Mr. Zhang, Mr. Jiang."

"You are indeed handsome. You're lucky, little guy. Out of all the directors in the country, only Yi Mou can turn you from a folk opera performer into an international movie star. As for others? Don't even think about it."

Zhang Weiping said with a smile.

"Yes, yes, Mr. Zhang is right."

Chen Mo nodded repeatedly, but felt utterly disgusted.

This is how PUA (Pick-Up Artist) tactics started!

That's really something you can do effortlessly.

"Of course, the reason why Yimou is where it is today is because I sold everything I own and invested 2600 million yuan back then to ensure that 'Keep Cool and Talk' could be successfully launched."

Zhang Weiping continues to use the pretense of gratitude to manipulate others.

"That's right. Without Mr. Zhang's 2600 million yuan introduction, I wouldn't have met Director Yimou. Mr. Zhang is my benefactor. It's cold outside, let's go inside and talk."

As the host, Zhao Benshan gave his guests plenty of face, even lowering himself to smile obsequiously.

The group arrived at the large conference room.

Chen Mo was very perceptive and served tea and water.

No matter how disgusted you feel inside, you still have to put on a good show.

The entertainment industry isn't about fighting and killing; it's about interpersonal relationships and social dynamics.

"Xiao Mo, stop what you're doing and come sit down. President Zhang, President Jiang, and Director Yi Mou's time is very valuable. Let's talk business first. Stay for dinner tonight, and I'll make sure you have a good time."

Zhao Benshan greeted them and gestured for Xiao Shenyang to sit down as well.

"That's how Benshan is..."

Zhang Yimou took out the script, ready to get down to business.

But Zhang Weiping raised his hand to interrupt him.

"Let me explain. Here's the thing: Benshan, my new vision team and Brother Jiang's music production team are preparing to spend 100 million to shoot a blockbuster. Xiao Shenyang's popularity has been pretty good lately, so I've decided to give you guys a chance. What do you say?"

Zhang Weiping spoke in a very arrogant tone, his neck stiff as he spoke.

They didn't seem to be there to discuss business; they seemed more like they were there to give alms.

Lao Tzu is an angel investor in the Chinese film industry, and Jiang Zhiqiang is the top overseas producer. Their powerful combination is both internal and external.

Definitely the twin stars of the domestic blockbuster market.

It is an honor for you to come to Benshan Media.

Let's show our sincerity.

"Thank you, Mr. Zhang, for giving us this opportunity. If Director Yimou believes my apprentices are qualified to appear on the big screen, I would be truly flattered and will certainly give them my full support. As for their salaries, I've decided not to accept a single penny. What do you think, Mr. Zhang?"

Zhao Benshan asked a question in return.

Zhang Weiping nodded, thinking to himself that he was sensible.

"However, Mr. Zhang wants to cast Xiao Shenyang in the film. This is my apprentice, Xiao Shenyang, and this is Chen Mo."

"What do you mean?"

"Mr. Zhang, please don't get excited. Originally, it was supposed to be Shen Yang on the Spring Festival Gala..."

Zhao Benshan patiently explained the whole story.

"Benshan, are you kidding me? You want him to do it? Hah, he's ugly as a crap, has no fame whatsoever in China, are you trying to make my money go down the drain?"

Zhang Weiping looked at Zhao Benshan with the eyes of someone looking at an idiot, his attitude domineering and his tone flippant.

however.

The King of Northeast still wore a smile and took the initiative to save face.

"Both children are very talented, and Shen Yang is even stronger. It doesn't matter who plays the role. Even if you give director Yi Mou two dogs, you can still move the audience to tears. I believe in the abilities of New Pictures and director Yi Mou! In addition, Xiao Mo can cooperate with the publicity. The people from Benshan Media not only don't want any remuneration, but I can also make a cameo appearance for free."

Zhao Benshan truly burned himself out in his efforts to promote his apprentice.

Not only did they humble themselves, they were even willing to risk their own reputation.

Xiao Shenyang was moved to tears.

He was almost ready to kowtow to his master on the spot.

Chen Mo felt sorry for him.

Ugh…

With a teacher like this, what more could one ask for?!

Zhang Weiping shook his head, wanting to speak again.

"Wei Ping, I think we can give it a try. The two children have the same label, and they look... cough cough. Little Shen Yang isn't bad either. With Chen Mo's cooperation in promotion and my abilities, we definitely won't lose money."

Zhang Yimou offered a word of advice.

"A Simple Noodle Story" is just a fast-food movie with no artistic value. As long as it makes money, who cares who acts in it?

Based on the name Zhao Benshan.

It's worth 200 million at the box office!

Xiao Shenyang is secondary.

First, they get free access to Benshan Media, then they fleece the audience. New Pictures and Anle bear no risk; they just wait to make money.

As for a small investment.

Ha ha…

The filming location remained the same, with only two and a half people inside and out.

How much will it cost?

"Alright, Yimou, it's only because you asked that I, Old Zhang, would give you this face. If it were anyone else, I would never have done it."

Zhang Weiping finally nodded in agreement, but before he did, he still used PUA tactics on Zhang Yimou and disgusting Zhao Benshan.

"Haha, Director Yi Mou still has a lot of influence."

Zhao Benshan still had a smile on his face.

But the hand under the table was already clenched into a fist.

"Master, you asked me before why I didn't make this movie, and I said it was to return what rightfully belonged to Brother Yang, but there's actually another reason."

"What's the reason? You brat, stop keeping your master in suspense."

"I wrote a script and want to make my own movie."

Chen Mo placed the script and storyboard on the table, his expression serious and his tone resolute.

quiet!

The meeting room was deathly silent.

Three seconds later.

"Pfft... Hahahaha, is this kid crazy? What did I just hear? He wrote a script and wants to make it into a movie, hahaha... What does he think making a movie is? Playing house?"

Zhang Weiping's sarcasm was undisguised.

Zhao Benshan didn't believe it either.

But he felt very uncomfortable when others insulted his own apprentice like that.

"Young people, if they don't have dreams, what's the difference between them and salted fish?"

"Benshan is right. Young people should be bold and daring, but they should also be self-aware. As far as I know, Chen Mo is not from a professional background and I have not heard of any works. Film is a very professional art. Script is script and novel is novel. They cannot be confused."

Zhang Yimou smoothed things over.

"Director Yimou is right, brat. This is none of your business. Tell President Zhang to go to Lu Mingchun for dinner tonight and prepare the food in advance." After Zhao Benshan finished speaking, he whispered a reminder, "Master knows you're upset and want to stand up for Master, but you must remember that you can only endure until you have the ability. A gentleman takes revenge even after ten years."

Chen Mo shook his head, disagreeing.

"Master, a gentleman takes revenge even after ten years, but a petty person takes revenge from morning till night. Today I must vent my anger. What is that stinking fake medicine seller pretending for? Does he really think that Benshan Media can't stand firm in the film industry without them? He's a damn fool."

This national treasure is pronounced with perfect clarity and precision.

Zhang Weiping happened to hear it.

His face immediately darkened.

"Young man, don't be so hot-blooded."

"You seniors must value this film highly, right? In that case, let's all make our own versions and let the market decide who's more professional."

Chen Mo's voice remained calm.

Even if you're proven wrong, you can't lose your manners.

We can't let our old teacher down.

Looking at it from a hindsight perspective.

Zhang Yimou's only advantage lies in color composition.

The artistic elements seem high, but in reality they are all empty rhetoric and grandiose.

Take "Curse of the Golden Flower" as an example. Besides the big white steamed buns, the golden armor, and the withered chrysanthemums, what else can the audience remember?

before.

Zhang Yimou's films are amazing, winning numerous awards at major film festivals.

The fundamental reason is that the screenwriter is awesome.

For example, the original author of "Raise the Red Lantern" was Su Tong, and the screenwriter was the famous Ni Zhen.

The original author of "Red Sorghum" "does not say".

Aside from these great novelists, a renowned screenwriter took charge of the adaptation.

The imperial advisor was immediately exposed for what he truly was.

Zhang was like this, and so was Chen.

As an aside, screenwriters in the Beijing circle are the best in the country.

Later, when internet companies started investing in movies, Ma Yun desperately tried to win over bigwigs in Beijing's entertainment circle.

After Chen Mo finished speaking,

The office fell silent once again.