Huayu Entertainment, all I can do is make bad movies.

That's what Boss Qian said.

Even if he were to sell the hen that lays golden eggs, he might not be willing to do so.

With this in mind, Wang Hai voluntarily gave up his wicked thoughts.

Small coal mines may make money in the booming industry, but it's hard-earned money. It's better to focus on the film and television industry you're familiar with.

He was genuinely interested in the "Journey to the West: The Sequel" project, though.

Judging from the looks of it, Boss Qian can forget about getting a share of the profits; he might as well grab something more tangible.

"Brother Qian, I've agreed to it. How do I contact them in Shaanxi Province?"

"I'll personally take you there after the New Year."

"Who is taking the lead on both sides?" Wang Hai pressed.

"If I agree, of course it'll be me. From now on, it'll be you. You owe me over a million yuan. Let me tell you, don't do business with locals."

Wang Hai nodded.

This kind of thing has both advantages and disadvantages; it's not absolute.

He was quite willing to cooperate with the government, and it was unlikely that he would default on his debts, but unfortunately no one came knocking on his door.

After finishing their business, Wang Hai invited Boss Qian out for dinner.

They're all defaulting on their debts.

Boss Qian showed sincerity, and Wang Hai felt that this person was worth befriending.

During this time, Wang Hai became curious about where Lao Qian got his small coal mine.

I can understand a Shanghainese having a movie theater, but how come there are coal mines in Shaanxi Province?

The answer was surprising; it was won at the card table.

This negatively impacted Wang Hai's impression of Boss Qian.

Once someone gets involved in gambling or drugs, their final fate is unlikely to be good.

The next day.

The main cast of "Code Name 2" have reunited at Haiwang Films.

The film has eight main actors: Zu Feng, Huang Xiaoming, Yan Danchen, Chen Kun, Gao Yuanyuan, Jiang Wu, Ma Niu, and Yan Ni.

Wang Hai had considered giving Fan Xiaopang a role.

But she was too busy.

The crew of "My Fair Princess 2" worked from 3 am to midnight. Fan Bingbing was filming from the moment he opened his eyes, and he simply didn't have time to memorize the long lines of dialogue in "Code Name 2".

They are too young.

Wang Hai once wanted to take the lead himself.

After considering it, I gave up.

"Code Name 1" and "Code Name 2" have repeatedly provoked the audience's nerves. Sooner or later, the audience will take it out on him. It's best to stay away from the screen and join in the fun.

Wang Hai has made up his mind.

After finishing filming "Code Name 1", "Code Name 2", and "Code Name 3", I plan to use the money I have left to make a decent movie for the audience.

Try to salvage their reputation a little.

No one can stand being constantly threatened and killed.

"You've read the script, right? Let's sit down and talk."

Wang Haichong, who was trying to calm the group, said, "Judging from your expressions, you all seem to have something on your minds. Who wants to speak first?"

Gao Yuanyuan remained unmoved.

She collaborated with Wang Hai for the second time.

Furthermore, regarding the previous palm reading incident, she had some understanding of Wang Hai's personality and works, and while she had spoken about him, she couldn't refute the illogical aspects of the script.

Huang Xiaoming and the others exchanged glances, and finally Zu Feng, who played the lead role, spoke first: "Director, I have a question."

"explain."

"Isn't it a bit unreasonable for the protagonist to admit that he is Jesus? The idea that Jesus is a foreigner is already deeply ingrained."

"You said it's a concept, we don't even know if such a person exists."

Seeing Zu Feng still hesitant, Wang Hai couldn't help but laugh and say, "You've played a person who has lived for 14000 years, and now you're discussing Jesus's race with me? Don't you find that ridiculous?"

"We can't even verify the history of 5000 years ago, so is it crazy that a Peking Man crossed the ocean to another continent 14000 years ago and became Jesus?"

Zu Feng opened his mouth, but was speechless.

I really can't find any point to refute it.

The brilliance of the script for "Code Name 2" lies in its extremely long timeline; even if there are illogical parts, they cannot be dismissed with a single sentence.

The protagonist has lived from primitive society to the 20th century, almost the 21st century, and still has this ridiculous logic.

Wang Hai even considered making the protagonist also become Qin Shi Huang.

I skipped this dialogue because I thought the script was too long.

"Does anyone still have questions?"

This time, still no one answered Wang Hai.

Wang Hai nodded and said, "Then let me ask you. What do you think is the most essential quality of the protagonist in the script? Or, Zu Feng, as the protagonist, how do you portray someone who has lived for 14000 years?"

Zu Feng frowned slightly.

Among all the students in the Performance Department of Taipei Film Academy, he was considered one of the top students academically.

Even without props, they can quickly win a standing ovation.

Faced with a script for "Code Name 2" that had a character design and a complete storyline, he found himself unsure how to handle the protagonist's emotions.

When discussing the script privately with Huang Xiaoming, Chen Kun, and Yan Danchen, all three classmates were equally clueless.

When I consulted my teacher, the advice she gave was also ambiguous.

Faced with Wang Hai's question, he could only sigh and say, "I'm not quite sure either, maybe it's just the weariness of life."

"And you guys?" Wang Hai nodded and asked the remaining people.

Yan Danchen: "I think it's wisdom."

Chen Kun stroked his chin and said, "I feel lonely."

Huang Xiaoming: "I also feel quite lonely."

"Yan Ni, Gao Yuanyuan, what about you?"

"If it were me, I'd earn enough money and spend all my time watching TV dramas at home," Yan Ni said with a smile.

Gao Yuanyuan's answer was similar to Chen Kun's, and had a rather artistic flair.

"I believe that people who have experienced the vicissitudes of life will be very calm."

Wang Hai shrugged and laughed under the gaze of the others: "Your answers may all be reflected in the protagonist, but personally, I think, or rather, if I were the protagonist, my first feeling would most likely be boredom."

"Nothing in this world has much of an impact on the protagonist; birth, aging, sickness, death, wealth, and glory are all fleeting clouds!"

"In scientific terms, it means the dopamine threshold is too high; no amount of joy, anger, sorrow, or happiness can sway the protagonist's mindset. What do you think?"

Wang Hai asked the group again.

It's important to thoroughly discuss the script and character design.

Only by thoroughly understanding the protagonist's behavioral logic and getting into their heart can the subsequent filming be much more effective.

The actors' performances will also reach a new level.

The actors in "Code Name 2" are generally young, so it doesn't matter if they don't quite fit the character settings.

If the acting is up to standard and the performance is engaging, the movie as a whole won't be too bad.

"I understand," Zu Feng said excitedly.

The problem that had been troubling him for a week was easily solved after he met Wang Hai.

Boring, just boring.

If he had lived that long, he would probably be so bored that he would want to end his own life.

Wang Hai nodded. With the protagonist's character design problem solved, the other characters would be easier to handle.

The supporting characters only have three roles in the play.

First comes doubt, then shock, and finally, belief after dialectical analysis.

Huang Xiaoming's role is somewhat special.

He plays a psychologist who is the protagonist's son. When the protagonist's true identity is revealed, he will die suddenly from a heart attack.

Huang Xiaoming should possess this level of acting skill, so Wang Hai won't elaborate further.

To help the actors fully understand their roles, Wang Hai led everyone to familiarize themselves with the props needed for the scenes. After working for most of the day, the group went outside to worship the gods.

Compared to "Code 1", the production team of "Code 2" was much stronger.

This is mainly reflected in the quality of equipment and staff.

When filming "Code Name 1", there were no costume designers or makeup artists. The actors wore their own clothes and did their own makeup.

In "Code Name 2", Wang Hai not only prepared several decent outfits.

They even hired a professional makeup artist.

Under his advanced guidance, the actors' makeup and costumes have improved by at least one level.