China Entertainment: I became a capital tycoon

Chapter 850 848. The New Leader of the Film Association

Feiyu Group successfully launched its first rocket, and even the central bank and other media reported on this.

This incident made Boss Cao appear on the news again.

While Cao Yu's fans and many Chinese people felt proud, his reputation rose again.

He already had a great reputation before, and now among all the entrepreneurs in China, his influence and popularity are unmatched.

But there are still some discordant voices on the Internet.

They said that it was totally unnecessary for Boss Cao to spend so much money on rockets.

The country has already done it, why should enterprises do it too?

Isn't it a waste of resources?
Why can't these resources be used for other things?
Many people actually liked this statement.

But most sober people say that this is an advancement in the country's science and technology, which can not only cultivate talents but also provide talents to the country.

Are we going to let all the talented people flee abroad?

Seeing that they couldn't fool everyone, those people began to say that Feiyu's high profile might cause dissatisfaction in the United States, which would be detrimental to our economic development, and so on.

As a result, no one paid any attention.

After all, most sober people think that what Boss Cao did made the Chinese people proud.

As for the United States’ dissatisfaction?

He is not our father, so what if we are dissatisfied?

Although Boss Cao ignored these words, they were actually part of his plan.

Let the bullet fly for a while, and when the time is right, you can start implementing your plan.

After the rocket was launched and the satellite operated normally, as a director and producer, he began to work on the movie "My Motherland and Me".

As soon as I returned to Yanjing, Brother Chen Kai came to my house. In addition to visiting his son, he also said that he wanted to add the rocket launch to the unit he was directing.

Cao Yu refused this because there was no need.

Instead of adding the rocket launch into the script, it would be better to just report your ID number.

"Mr. Cao, you are really too low-key."

Brother Chen Kai felt very sorry, he felt that adding a rocket launch would make the movie more exciting.

"It's better to keep a low profile."

Cao Yucai didn't buy it: "Director Chen, this unit will be shot as planned. No need to change it. Just shoot it well."

"Please rest assured, Mr. Cao."

Now that Arthur is in Feiyu Entertainment, Director Chen has long regarded himself as Boss Cao's man.

After finishing the script, Brother Chen Kai said, "Mr. Cao, the Film Association is going to elect a new chairman this year. What do you think?"

"Chairman of the Film Association?"

Cao Yu then remembered that the Film Association’s election would be held in two days. Although he was the vice chairman, he only attended the meetings occasionally and usually did not pay much attention to the association’s affairs.

However, Yang Shuxue had said before that it would be best to continue to improve her status in the country.

I am about to reach the age of forty again, and it seems like a good idea for me to become the chairman of a film association, which can also better guide the healthy development of the film industry.

Seeing Boss Cao in deep thought, Brother Chen Kai said again: "Boss Cao, as long as you are willing, with your current fame and status in the entertainment industry, everyone will definitely be willing to vote for you."

Cao Yu still frowned and said nothing.

What Brother Chen Kai said is definitely correct. If he said in the previous session that he was too young, he would not be qualified enough to be the chairman of the Film Association.

But this year he is already 36 years old, and he has helped China win the Golden Man. He controls five or six entertainment companies of various sizes and is the biggest capital tycoon.

It is not only a guarantee for the box office of Chinese films, but also a guarantee for their going abroad.

Therefore, as long as you are willing, you can almost become the chairman of the association.

Seeing that Cao Yu seemed interested, Chen Kai immediately said, "Boss Cao, I'll give a heads-up to everyone in the industry these days and tell them that you're planning to run for the chairmanship of the Film Association, and then everyone will know what to do."

"You arrange it."

Cao Yu was too lazy to refuse such flattery.

But after this was said, Brother Chen Kai suggested: "Mr. Cao, how is my Arthur's acting now? Should we let him star in "My Motherland and Me"? "

Cao Yu shook his head and said, "His acting skills are not good enough yet. Let's see after a year."

Although Arthur has been working hard at Feiyu during this period, his acting skills are still very immature and he is not capable of taking on a leading role at all.

"Since I've handed it over to Mr. Cao, I'll follow your arrangements."

Although the proposal was rejected, Brother Chen Kai did not dare to force it.

It’s a pity that all the preparations and flattery before were in vain.

However, since Boss Cao has agreed, his son still has a future.

At this time, Cao Yu suddenly said: "Director Chen, I have an idea recently. I can invest in a movie called "Changjin Lake" and you can be the director."

"Mr. Cao, this is a great idea."

After listening to Boss Cao's ideas and the general concept of the film, Brother Chen Kai's disappointment immediately turned into excitement.

Since Boss Cao is able to invest, the box office is guaranteed.

Moreover, Boss Cao has a good vision. The United States is somewhat restless now, so the audience will definitely like this kind of main theme movie.

He helped me come up with such a good idea, so I have to do a good job in the matter of the chairmanship of the Film Association.

Brother Chen Kai left happily.

Soon, many people in the Film Association knew what Boss Cao meant.

Originally, many people were interested in the association chairmanship vote, but since Boss Cao announced that he would run for election, these people decided to give up.

Who dares to compete with Boss Cao?
In the next few days, Cao Yu was busy selecting actors for "My Motherland and Me".

At the same time, it also allows drone companies to increase their R&D efforts and develop some programs.

He plans to hold a drone show before next year's National Day, and present a gift to the motherland on the evening of the festival.

Anyway, before lying down, Cao Yu was really busy.

In addition, Jing Tian, ​​Mao Xiaotong and others also pestered him and wanted to have children.

Boss Cao’s biggest worry is which girlfriend to accompany him at night.

Ma Yun's biggest headache during this period was how to increase the stock price, improve profits, and then sell Taobao at a high price.

But now, as many shareholders are pessimistic about Ali's development and have cashed out and left, Ali's stock price has plummeted like the poem by Li Bai.

He even regretted not agreeing to Cao Yu's price.

If I were to sell it now, I'm afraid the price would be even lower than last time.

Even Ma Yun suspected that the decline in Ali's stock price might be manipulated by Cao Ze behind the scenes.

In fact, Cao Yu did not do that. He just launched some discounts on Youduoduo, Douyin, Jingdong and Meituan, and continued to snatch Ali's market share with good quality and reputation.

Moreover, Meituan’s riders are treated very well, the same as the company’s general employees.

Not only does the company not deduct the riders' delivery fees, it also gives them subsidies and purchases five insurances and one fund, squeezing Hungry's market space smaller and smaller.

Under such circumstances, many investors are optimistic about Cao Yu.

Although there is a theory of Chinese threat, the goal of capital is to make money, and Feiyu Group is the only one that can help them make money.

Many American investors have begun to encourage Feiyu Digital's TikTok to be listed in the United States as soon as possible.

But Cao Yu was not in a hurry.

Don’t worry about being late for a good meal, but you can’t eat hot tofu in a hurry.

December 2018th, there are only eleven days left in .

This day is the day for the quadrennial election of the chairman of the China Film Association.

At nine o'clock in the morning, Boss Cao's car stopped in front of the Film Association on time.

"Mr. Cao, how is the progress of the movie, My Motherland and I?"

"I heard that you are running for the chairmanship of this association. What do you think about the future of Chinese films?"

“What other film plans do you have for next year?”

When the reporters saw Boss Cao get out of the car, they all surrounded him excitedly.

Since Boss Cao is interested in becoming the chairman of the association, the possibility is very high. Therefore, this young boss in front of him may be the helmsman of the entertainment industry in the next few years.

Cao Yu answered the reporters' questions politely. The richer and more prestigious a person is, the kinder he should be.

If you are crazy, something bad will happen sooner or later.

After answering a few questions, Cao Yu walked into the association's conference hall amid the reporters' admiring and grateful gazes.

Many actors, directors, and entertainment company bosses in the entertainment industry had arrived early.

When they saw Boss Cao coming in, they all stood up and shook hands with Cao Yu and said hello.

"Senior, please sit down."

"Teacher Li, you are here too."

"Mr. Yu, long time no see"

"Xiao Ming, what have you been busy with recently?"

Cao Yu shook hands with everyone one by one. Not only did he respectfully ask his seniors to sit down, he also encouraged his peers.

Just for this reason, many senior people in the entertainment industry think that Boss Cao is a good person.

There is no problem in giving him the title of chairman of the association.

Boss Cao usually respects his seniors very much, and today he set an example himself.

It's rare to find someone who is both rich and polite.

After greeting everyone, Cao Yu sat in the seat in the front row with his name on it.

At the beginning of the meeting, Chairman Li Xuejian gave a speech, summarizing the development of the film industry in the past four years.

Today, domestic cinema chains are almost catching up with the level of developed countries, and movie box office has also seen explosive growth.

For example, last year's "Operation Red Sea" had a single-day box office of over 400 million, which is proof.

With these words, he was explicitly or implicitly praising Cao Yu's contribution to the film industry.

All the association members below could naturally understand the hidden meaning, which is that this senior would also support Boss Cao.

Li Xuejian concluded his speech by announcing: "The voting for the new chairman begins now!"

When these words were spoken, many people's eyes turned to Cao Yu.

Another candidate, Chen Daoming, also glanced at Cao Yu, thinking about the last time Cao Yu came to his rescue and scolded Feng Xiaogang at a party.

"Boss Cao is a good guy."

He wrote Cao Yu's name on the ballot paper.

In addition to Chen Daoming, people like Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, Feng Xiaogang, Wang Zhongjun, Wu Jing and others all support Boss Cao.

"Cao Yu, one vote! Cao Yu, two votes, three votes"

When the votes were counted, Cao Yu was leading the way, and seemed to be the popular choice.

"Congratulations to Mr. Cao Yu for becoming the new chairman of the Film Association with 82% of the votes!"

After Li Xuejian announced the results, the audience burst into thunderous applause.

And all the members stood up and applauded.

At least in the next four years, the most powerful and youngest association chairman in the film industry has been born!
Cao Yu walked to the front amid applause and shook hands with Li Xuejian first, which was considered a handover of status.

"Congratulations, Mr. Cao. I will hand over this responsibility to you. I hope that in the next few years, you can lead Chinese films to a higher level."

"Thank you, Mr. Li. I will try my best."

Cao Yu bowed to show his respect to this senior who was both virtuous and talented.

Just this small gesture touched Li Xuejian deeply.

It turned out that I did not choose the wrong person.

After the two men completed the handover, Cao Yu came to the podium, looked at the hundreds of association members below, and began his first speech as the association's chairman.

"My fellow film industry colleagues, first of all, thank you for your support. I never thought I would be standing here. As a young man, facing the seniors, I feel quite a lot of pressure. After all, I am still a youngster in front of you."

"Hahaha"

"clap clap"

Cao Yu's humor made everyone present smile knowingly, and then they applauded again.

Nowadays, "xiaoxianrou" is a popular term in the entertainment industry, referring to young artists who have just debuted and have poor acting skills.

Although Boss Cao's words were a bit self-deprecating, they were also trying to raise the face of the seniors present.

But Cao Yu's next words made everyone look solemn.

"More than a decade or two ago, wealthy entrepreneurs (coal bosses) began to invest in the entertainment industry and movies, which led to a rapid growth in China's film and television industry.

At that time, business owners only provided money and did not interfere in film and television production, which resulted in the production of many high-quality TV dramas and movies.

But with the influx of capital into the entertainment industry and the wave of listing of film and television companies, the current entertainment industry has become the entertainment industry of capital.

When capital enters this circle, they want to make money, and they want to make quick money. This is the characteristic of capital. Although movies nowadays often require huge investments, there are more and more bad dramas and movies.

Unfortunately, the audience is growing, and some investors think that by attracting some stars, they can cut into the wallets of a wave of audiences.

In this case, will the audience buy it?
The film was not made with care, so I think no matter how much you promote it, it will be useless!

I stand here today and promise everyone that the film and television industry will not allow bad money to drive out good money?
As long as I am still here, this kind of thing will never happen!"

Cao Yu's words touched the hearts of many predecessors.

In today's entertainment industry, capital is indeed rampant. A lot of bad movies have been made and promoted crazily.

Therefore, some good films are buried.

Many young actors also think that what Boss Cao said is very right.

Capital is rampant nowadays, and they often want to change the play, change the script, and interfere with the filming, which makes it very difficult for the actors.

In addition, there are indeed a lot of bad scripts, which makes people don’t know how to choose one.

In front of capital, many actors have lost all their dignity and dare not even reject some scripts.

After Cao Yu finished speaking, more than ten seconds later, thunderous applause broke out again in the entire conference hall.

Some people who did not vote for Cao Yu before think that this chairman of the association is very good.

Cao Yu looked down with a serious expression.

The last time I told Brother Chen Kai about the Film Association’s knowledge, he thought about it.

In fact, if he gets this position, it might really help the development of the film industry.

Bad money drives out good money, which is a strange phenomenon in the film industry.

Before his rebirth, this phenomenon was very serious, making the audience lose confidence in the movie.

But since I have decided to stand here, this kind of phenomenon is absolutely not allowed!

After the applause died down, Cao Yu continued to speak.

"This year, there is a blockbuster called Shanghai Fortress. There were many blockbusters before it, such as The Secret of Fuchun Mountain and Journey to the West: Havoc in Heaven, which were all bad movies with capital involvement.

For a film like this, even if you make money once with overwhelming publicity, but hurt the audience's hearts, will they come again next time?

We are film artists, but to put it bluntly, we serve the audience, not capital.

We should have at least some respect for the audience!
Don’t think that you can make a movie a big hit just by finding a few popular stars?

The audience is not fools! And we should not treat them as fools!

Otherwise, in a few years, when the veil on us is lifted, they won’t come in even if you want to beg them to come into the cinema!
Therefore, I think we, film artists, should return to the film itself.

The movie is not about opportunism, but about wanting to communicate with the audience from the heart.

To make a movie, you have to put your heart into it!"

These are the words Cao Yu has always wanted to say. The chaos of no one watching the movie is also the pain in his heart.

Xin is still here, his status is no longer what it used to be, and these words made everyone silent again.

The movie box office is increasing very fast and developing so well, how could something like this happen?
Begging the audience to go to the cinema?

impossible?

"Tsk! That's alarmist!"

Sure enough, several of the film investors and directors that Cao Yu criticized by name curled their lips with disdain.

(End of this chapter)