You are a star, why do you have all the skills from the underworld?

"Well...it should be considered a good thing!"

Wang Dayong hesitated, "Where are you? I'll pick you up. We'll discuss it in detail when we meet."

Xu Yi reported his location, and soon, Wang Dayong's jeep drove directly to Xu Yi's feet.

Got in the car.

Xu Yi couldn't help but ask:

"Brother Wang, could it be that the chief still doesn't give up?"

Ever since Xu Yi destroyed the blue command center in the last confrontation exercise, he was worried that Tan Feibai would find ways to get himself into the army. Therefore, Xu Yi's worries are not unreasonable.

Wang Dayong smiled and said while driving towards the military area:

"It's really not true."

"This time, the General Army Art Center wants to contact you. Of course, it was also the chief who recommended you. The thing is, the General Army Art Center is currently preparing to shoot a military-themed movie, and I would like to ask the chief for help. A few people. As you know, we are all rough guys, how can we know how to perform!"

"At this time, the chief said, Xiao Xu, you are from the entertainment industry and have participated in confrontation drills in the military region. You might be qualified for this position, so let me take you over and have a look."

A military-themed movie?

Xu Yi's heart moved. Although he hadn't seen many movies about this world, he had some understanding of it. There seems to be no movie of this type currently on the market. This genre, like science fiction, is not favored by capital.

If you don’t have money to fancy it, you won’t be able to take pictures of it.

But... this has to be said to be a huge opportunity.

Xu Yi came from a previous life, so of course he understood how popular military-themed movies would be in the market. From the Wolf Warrior series to Operation Red Sea, etc., every one of them can be a hit as long as the level is passed.

Thinking of this, Xu Yi tried to ask:

"Brother Wang, is this military-themed movie you're talking about a commercial movie or your promotional movie?"

This needs to be asked clearly.

If it was just something like an internal promotional video, Xu Yi would naturally have little interest. But if it’s a commercial film for the mass market, then you definitely have to get it.

Wang Dayong didn't have an answer to this question, he hesitated and said:

"This...I don't understand either!"

"Xiao Xu, don't put too much pressure on me. Just wait until you get there and get to know him slowly."

"The chief said, don't put any pressure on this matter. As long as it works, just say no. If it doesn't work, just say no. Your boy refused to join the army at first, but he didn't hesitate at all."

Xu Yi: "Uh..."

An hour later, the jeep entered the compound.

General Army Art Center Office Building.

Xu Yi was stunned, he was not in the mountains? That's right, it is an art center after all. If the office is located in the mountains, it will definitely be inconvenient to engage in art.

"We're here!"

Wang Dayong turned off the engine and took Xu Yi into the office hall.

In the large conference room on the left side of the hall, a group of people were talking about something. Wang Dayong gently opened the door and told Xu Yi: "Let's go in quietly and listen first."

Xu Yi made an OK gesture.

At the top of the conference room, there was a senior officer in military uniform, speaking impassionedly.

"Military propaganda is also a powerful supplement to national defense. In view of some subtle changes in the international situation in recent years, we decided to create a war and military film that belongs to our country and has our own characteristics."

"After a short discussion, the creative team of the Art Center felt that we could shoot a movie with the theme of red and blue confrontation and put it into the market. It will also let more people know about us and support us."

"Let's all share our opinions."

After the officer finished speaking, he sat down and picked up his thermos cup.

When Tan Feibai saw this, he smiled and said: "I don't know much about artistic creation, but our team will definitely support this film shooting unconditionally. If you need people, give people places, and if you need weapons, we will give weapons. In short, as long as There are no military secrets involved, and we will definitely support you as much as we can!"

This is not a discussion of opinions, this is an expression of attitude.

However, if Tan Feibai was asked to talk about his views on film themes and film creation, he really couldn't.

Xu Yi, who was sitting in the corner of the back row, frowned:

Red and blue confrontation?

If this were a series, it would probably be okay. After all, trivial plots can also find an audience. But when it’s moved to the big screen, it’s unclear how many people are willing to pay for it.

Moreover, the red-blue confrontation is just a daily training in the army. When it comes to promoting national defense strength, this subject is actually not suitable.

Xu Yi didn't speak in a hurry. After all, there were too many big guys here and it wouldn't be his turn for a while.

After Tan Feibai finished speaking, a thin officer thanked Tan Feibai:

"Thank you Colonel Tan."

"With the support of the military commando brigade, I think there will be no problems with our logistics."

"The Art Center is already in contact with directors and screenwriters in this area. Once the preliminary preparations for this matter are almost complete, we will start the project. We hope to have it released by the end of the year or during the Spring Festival at the earliest!"

One year, shooting and post-production, this cycle is actually very short.

This is also because the special effects of this type of movie will not be too many or complicated. If it is a science fiction theme, then the post-production alone may be a very long process.

After a pause, the thin officer said again:

“The purpose of calling everyone together today is to discuss this topic.”

"The red-blue confrontation that Liu just mentioned, I personally think it's average. But to be honest, if I were asked to think of a more suitable theme, I wouldn't be able to think of it for a while."

"You can't, let's reenact history again, right?"

Everyone understands what historical war he is talking about.

This is an old story, and this type of subject matter is already very mature in the field of TV dramas. But if it were made into a movie, it would definitely be a hit. Someone has tried it before, and the box office was so bad that I even lost my pants.

Tan Feibai was speechless when he saw these two people looking at him.

He looked towards the back row of the conference room, and soon Tan Feibai found his savior: "Huh? Comrade Xu is here! Come on, come on, sit in the front."

Xu Yi was cueed by Tan Feibai on the spot, so he had to stand up, smiling with his face, and bowed slightly to show respect to each leader. Then he quickly walked to the front row and said:

"Hello, chief, fellow chiefs, hello everyone!"

"No need to be polite!" Tan Feibai directly explained Xu Yi's embarrassing situation, and then pointed to the center of the problem, "Xiao Xu, you are from the entertainment industry and have composed many classic songs. Let's talk about it. How should we shoot this military-themed film?"

Oh~

How to shoot, you should ask the director! I'm not even a fucking actor now, how do I know how to film!

Xu Yi swallowed and then said:

"Well, Chief, if I ask this, I am actually a layman. As a subject, film shooting has its own professional threshold. However, when it comes to the subject matter, I can say a few words."

As a "experienced person", Xu Yike knows very well which movies can become popular.

Xu Yi paused and then said:

"I agree with the chief just now."

"It's not interesting to film the confrontation between red and blue. It's just a form of training within the army. Except for those who yearn for military life, it may be difficult for others to find resonance in it."

Xu Yi put aside his own opinions first.

A clear-cut objection to 'Red vs. Blue' as the plot of the movie.

The people in the conference room suddenly became quiet. If Xu Yi hadn't been introduced solemnly by Tan Feibai, I'm afraid the General Army Art Center would have kicked out people just by saying this.

Who are you!

You can’t do it if you say no?

Did you know that confrontation drills are actual combat at the end of peace?

However, Tan Feibai said with great interest: "Xiao Xu, you continue. You are a professional. If you talk more, we can all learn from it."

Xu Yi nodded and continued:

"My personal opinion!"

"From a market perspective, if some real events are adapted as a background, on the one hand, it can strengthen the feelings of family and country, and on the other hand, it can also highlight the country's growing strength."

"For example, the Golden Triangle incident more than ten years ago, and the evacuation incident a few years ago. In these incidents, what everyone sees is more of the country's diplomatic methods, and little is actually known about the military operations behind it. If we can use these incidents to As a background, if the entire military operation is made into a movie, I think it will be good both in terms of topicality and public willingness to watch the movie."

After Xu Yi finished speaking, he bent slightly again and then sat down directly.

He doesn't know the direction of the trend yet, so he can only bring up a topic first. If everyone is willing, then they can continue to discuss it. If there is no intention, then no amount of talking will be of any use.

In the conference room, it was quiet.

Everyone was thinking about Xu Yi's words. Wang Dayong, who was sitting in the corner of the back row, couldn't help but sigh in his heart: It has to be Xiao Xu. Such a bold idea can come true!

Is this a bold idea?

Of course bold!

You know, whether it is the massacre of fishermen in the Golden Triangle or the evacuation of overseas Chinese from Somalia, these things are all a provocation to the country! No one has ever dared to write an article on such a sensitive subject. Whether it is done well or not, it may be criticized by others.

But I have to say that Xu Yi's words directly opened up the limitations of everyone's thinking.

Why did the people at the Art Center only want to engage in red-blue confrontation at the beginning? In the final analysis, it is because I am restricted and constrained to a 'safe range' to think creatively, and the inspiration I get is naturally not that exciting.

The officer named Lao Liu was silent in thought.

On the contrary, the thin officer had some unexpected surprise on his face: "You're all shocked, aren't you? Let me say a few words. This little comrade...Xu Yi, right? Brother Xu, you are here today. , it’s really an honor to have this meeting! What an honor!”

The thin officer walked directly to Xu Yi and shook hands with Xu Yi.

Then he said solemnly:

"I have never made a movie, so I don't know exactly what market and audience it is."

"But from the perspective of a soldier, I would like to ask everyone, do you want to see red and blue fighting, or do you want to see our soldiers rescuing people and delivering justice overseas?"

This is a very simple question, and the answer is self-evident.

"Lao Liu, please unite with the comrades from the Art Center to discuss this in this direction."

Lao Liu stood up immediately and said hesitantly: "Chief, is this matter a bit sensitive?"

"Why are you so sensitive?!" the thin officer said directly, "I will discuss the issue of scale with the superiors. Either we don't take pictures, and if we want to take pictures, we take pictures of things that really belong to us!"

Old Liu nodded and said:

"But in this case, I'm afraid in terms of budget..."

The General Army Art Center originally planned to raise the money to shoot the film on its own. In addition to the director and screenwriter, most of the actors were recruited from the commando brigade of the military region, so the budget was very tight.

I saw the thin officer waving his hand:

"As for the money, I'll figure it out."

"You just need to get the content right."

"By the way..." At this point, he turned around again, glanced at Tan Feibai and Xu Yi, and then asked: "Is this brother Xu from the assault brigade? Lend it to us too! "

When Tan Feibai heard this, he immediately explained:

"It's a misunderstanding. It's a misunderstanding."

"Xiao Xu is not one of ours, he is a star. Although our assault brigade has always wanted to recruit Xiao Xu, it is a pity that Xiao Xu is not here."

In fact, Tan Feibai had introduced Xu Yi before, but at that time, no one paid much attention.

However, after Xu Yi proposed this 'real knowledge and insight', the way everyone looked at Xu Yi was very different. The thin officer walked up to Xu Yi and introduced himself:

"Hello, little comrade!"

"I am Lu Yilian, the director of the General Army Art Center. I would like to formally invite you to become a member of our military-themed film creation team. Are you willing?"

Xu Yi:? ? ?

I'm here to apply for an actor job, not to work behind the scenes!

He glanced at Tan Feibai, who immediately smiled and said:

"Xiao Xu, they are all newbies in the art field. Why don't you help? Don't worry, I will definitely give you the reward you deserve."

Xu Yi no longer held back his appeal and said directly:

"no problem."

"I am honored to be able to participate in such a job. But I also have a small request. No matter how the final script of this movie is polished, I hope the director can give me a role."

"There must be no problem with this!"

Without waiting for others to agree, Tan Feibai directly made the decision for the art center: "Don't talk about playing a role, I even think you have to play the male lead! Lao Lu, Lao Liu, you two don't know yet, right? , this guy’s marksmanship rivaled both the Flying Eagle and the Blood Wolf! Our team organized a confrontation exercise a while ago, and this guy single-handedly destroyed my command center! You said, he doesn’t play the male lead , who plays?"

Good guy!

Xu Yi's request was just for a role.

Tan Feibai was so interesting that he directly pinned the male lead on Xu Yi's head. Xu Yi heard this and glanced at Tan Feibai gratefully: The commander is interesting, but don't try to use this trick to get me into the army. I am a layman and I just like to enjoy life...

Lu Yilian looked at Xu Yi in surprise:

"Is there such a thing?" (End of chapter)