China Entertainment: I became a capital tycoon

Chapter 270 268. The Plan of Dream of Red Mansions
Although the plan for "Dream of Red Mansions" has been confirmed, Cao Yu is not in a hurry to announce it.

When he arrived at the company the next day, he just asked all the actresses under the company to practice their bodies, and even found a teacher to teach them piano, chess, calligraphy and painting.

As for himself, he went to China Film Studio and prepared to talk to Han Sanping.

Li Shaohong's new version of "Dream of Red Mansions" was approved by the Radio, Film and Television Bureau in March this year. China Film Group is also one of the investors and producers. If he wants to film it now, he must give Han Sanping a message.

As soon as he arrived at the entrance of China Film Studio, Cao Yu was blocked by reporters.

"Mr. Cao, when will your company's "Yangtze River No. [-]" be released? Do you want to wait for Huayi's "The Night Banquet"?"

"Mr. Cao, can you reveal some details about "Painted Skin" and "Assembly"?"

"Your company has released three movies in one year, can they still be high-quality movies?"

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Mr. Cao of Feiyu usually keeps a low profile, but reporters finally caught him once and immediately started bombarding him.

"I'm sorry, our company has specific plans for these issues and we won't disclose them now."

The secretary can only help the boss deal with these reporters now, while Cao Yu walks into the China Film Building under the protection of bodyguards.

"Xiao Cao, what brought you here?"

As soon as they met, Han Sanping asked with great interest.

Cao Yu would never come out in person when it comes to movie announcements, but he didn't expect that he would come in person this time.

After exchanging a few words, Cao Yu said: "Director Han, actually I have a project recently and I want to communicate with you."

"What project?"

Seeing Cao Yu's serious expression, Han Sanping felt that things might be a little tricky.

"Our company wants to film "Dream of Red Mansions"!"

"what?"

Sure enough, when he heard these three words, Han Sanping's brows suddenly wrinkled.

"Dream of Red Mansions" has been very popular recently. People said that they were casting actors for the new version of "Dream of Red Mansions". Unexpectedly, Feiyu would now get involved.

"Yes, I plan to remake "Red Mansions" and it is already in the planning stages."

Cao Yu solemnly explained: "I know that Hualubaina proposed this project very early, and they have produced many excellent works. However, Red Mansion is different from other works. I am not optimistic about the director they chose, Li Shaohong. So we decided to do this.”

Hualubaina is an entertainment company founded in 02 like Feiyu, and its background is not bad. It has released classic works such as "The Sky" and "Emperor of Hanwu", and it is also somewhat influential in the industry.

Han Sanping said doubtfully: "Li Shaohong is a good director, why don't you like him?"

"I feel that the rigorous attitude towards classic works of the 87 version cannot be seen in Li Shaohong."

Cao Yu is really not talking nonsense. When Li Shaohong made the new version of Red Mansions, he didn't read the original work at all. How could such a director make a good work.

Han Sanping fell silent.

Who in the film and television industry doesn’t know about the filming process of the 87 version of Red Mansions?
Director Wang has put in so much work to make such a classic. In today's entertainment industry, everyone wants to make quick money. Who is willing to spend so long to create a work.

Seeing that Han Sanping remained silent, Cao Yu said again: "Director Han, if we film New Red Mansions, I believe there will be another classic."

"Then what do you want me to do?" Han Sanping finally asked.

He still attaches great importance to the young man Cao Yu. The two companies are currently co-producing "Painted Skin". Feiyu's movies are all distributed by China Film Promotions. Since he is here, he still has to give him face.

"It would be best if we could cooperate with Hua Lu Baina. If not, I don't want to make the relationship too tense."

Cao Yu actually didn't want to cooperate because he didn't want to be influenced by others.

The reason why I say this is because the world is not about fighting and killing, but about human nature. This is called retreating in order to advance.

Han Sanping did not agree immediately, but asked: "How much do you plan to invest? How long will the filming take?"

"At least three years, the investment is expected to be around [-] million!"

"Three hundred million?"

Han Sanping was a little surprised when he heard this number.

With a TV series investment of [-] million and a three-year filming cycle, he felt that Cao Yu was a gambler.

Hua Lu Baina is preparing to film "Dream of Red Mansions" with a current budget of only 5000 million.

Cao Yu nodded and said: "Yes, you either don't shoot, or you have to shoot well." "Xiao Cao, I actually believe you, but the three-year shooting period is too long, and I'm worried that many investors will find it difficult to accept it."

Han Sanping thought for a while and said, "Where is Hua Lu Baina? I will go and tell you. As for whether we can cooperate, I'm not optimistic about it."

"I can understand."

Cao Yu naturally knew that investing hundreds of millions in three years was too risky.

In today's entertainment industry, everyone wants to make a fortune and leave. Who is willing to wait for several years without seeing the results.

Han Sanping may feel a little embarrassed and said: "However, since you want to make this film well, I can help you find a place in the Radio, Film and Television Bureau. I can also introduce you to director Wang Fulin and some experts in red studies. Maybe they will be useful to you." helped.”

"Thank you so much, Director Han. Your support is more important than money."

"Haha, you are the only one who can talk."

Han Sanping laughed. In fact, he was very optimistic about Cao Yu, but he had already reached an agreement with Hualu Baina, so he did not say anything about the investment for the time being.

After the two talked about "Dream of Red Mansions", they also talked for a while about the release plans of other movies.

Finally, Cao Yu also said that he has invested in a new film in Hollywood, which is expected to be released in early 08.

"Xiao Cao, in the Chinese entertainment industry, there should be more bosses like you who still have the spirit of craftsmanship."

Looking at the young man in front of him, Han Sanping finally let out another sigh.

After seeing off Cao Yu, Han Sanping immediately called Liu Dehong, general manager of Hualubaina and director of the Film Association.

"Old Liu, there is something I need to tell you."

"Director Han, what do you mean?"

Liu Dehong and Han Sanping have a good relationship, and they speculate whether Han Sanping has any projects to take care of.

Han Sanping smiled and said: "Feiyu's Mr. Cao just came to me and said that they also want to film "Dream of Red Mansions" and plan to cooperate with you."

"Feiyu also wants to shoot Red Mansions?"

Liu Dehong was startled at first, and then said: "That's great. Director Han really took care of me and can get him to invest. Although Mr. Cao of Feiyu is young, I have always admired him. If Feiyu wants to invest, I will Welcome with raised hands."

Feiyu is rich, which is recognized in the industry, and Liu Dehong has no reason to refuse.

"Don't be too happy too early. Mr. Cao plans to invest 87 million. He said that he wants to make this film a classic that will not be inferior to the [-] version. The filming period will take at least three years. Moreover, he is a little dissatisfied with the current director Li Shaohong."

"Three hundred million? Three years? Need to change directors?"

At this time, Liu Dehong held the phone and was stunned for a long time, already thinking about retreating.

After a pause, he asked: "Director Han, what do you think?"

Han Sanping smiled and said: "The filming period is three years, including at least four years of preparation. It is indeed risky for such a long time, but if you want to cooperate, I will still support it."

Liu Dehong thought for a while and said: "I also think it's risky. In three or four years, we can produce several films. In this case, we will still prepare our films as planned..."

"But can you guarantee that you can compare to Feiyu who invested [-] million and shot the film for three years?"

"This"

Han Sanping's words immediately stopped Liu Dehong.

"Dream of Red Mansions", which I prepared myself, currently has three investors, one is myself, one is China Film Group, and the last one is Yanjing TV Station.

The three companies have currently reached an agreement and expect to invest 5000 million. Although some wealthy bosses also want to invest a little, the final total investment is estimated to be only more than [-] million.

With such a budget, can you beat Feiyu?
Seeing that there was no sound in the receiver, Han Sanping said seriously: "I personally suggest that it is better for you to cooperate."

Liu Dehong did not agree directly, but said: "I really want to cooperate, but the three-four-year cycle is a bit long, and the investment is too small. Mr. Cao probably doesn't like it. If the investment is increased, the risk is too high."

"Then what do you mean?"

"What I mean is, let them plan the shoot first. If it looks good, it will be worth taking the risk. If it looks average and they just want to get hype, then we will shoot ours as planned, and it will be a good comparison!"

After Liu Dehong expressed his well-thought-out decision, he added: "Director Li Shaohong said that if she directs, it will be completed in ten months at most. We can dare to broadcast the film before Feiyu."

"Ten months?"

When Han Sanping heard this time, if it had been placed before, he would have thought it was normal.

But I just talked with Cao Yu. It took him three years and you ten months, but he actually had the urge to withdraw his capital.

(End of this chapter)