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

The meeting with Guo Fan was arranged at a teahouse near Dongzhimen on the Second Ring Road of Beijing.

Fat Orange booked a private room, which was relatively private.

Originally, Xu Yi planned to call Guo Fan directly to the Siheyuan for a chat, but when he thought about it, this Guo Fan was not one of his own for the time being. If they didn't reach an agreement, there might not be opportunities to deal with him in the future. It seemed that he would not come to the Siheyuan or not. It doesn't matter.

That’s why we decided to meet at a teahouse.

"Boss, this is the young director Guo Fan, Director Guo." Fat Orange introduced the two of them. After introducing Guo Fan, she said hurriedly: "Director Guo, the person standing in front of you is my boss."

"I have sent you information before, he is my boss Xu Yi."

Guo Fan seemed unable to believe that the man in front of him, who was several years younger than himself, was already a boss.

He learned about Xu Yi's achievements from the information given by Fat Ju.

Then I checked online and found that Xu Yi was indeed different. He didn't have any obvious capital support, but he rose very quickly and had amazing talent. This can never be faked.

Otherwise, he would not have agreed to meet today.

"Hello, Mr. Xu, hello, Mr. Xu!" Guo Fan took the initiative to extend his hand, shook Xu Yi's hand, and then sat down.

He seemed a little reserved.

Xu Yi glanced at Fat Orange, who understood and immediately said:
"I'll urge the waiter to serve tea."

After that, he turned and left the private room, leaving Xu Yi and Guo Fan alone.

Well... Judging from the appearance of this person, he is indeed different from the Director Guo I knew in his previous life. They are simply two different people. Xu Yi looked at Guo Fan and thought to himself: Could it be that he was too passionate and made a mistake? Is it just a coincidence in their names?

"Mr. Xu..."

Seeing Xu Yi keep looking at him, Guo Fan spoke up, breaking the awkward and silent atmosphere.

Xu Yi came back to his senses and said with a smile:
"Sorry, distracted."

"What movie is Director Guo preparing for recently?"

He got straight to the point when he opened his mouth without any detours, which made Guo Fan feel at ease. What he is least good at is small talk. But if we talk about movies, we should talk about them within our own field.

Just listen to Guo Fan say seriously:

"It doesn't count as preparation, the filming is almost finished."

"I have been filming a genre film recently, which can be regarded as a kind of literary film."

"Artistic films?" Xu Yi frowned slightly, "The market for artistic films is not big. Is Director Guo so confident in the box office?"

This is no longer the rule.

This is an iron rule.

Since there was such a thing as movies, 99.9 out of literary and artistic films have failed at the box office. Occasionally, the box office is slightly decent, but it's either because of the idol's fan-attracting effect, or because the crew's collective ancestral graves are smoking.

If you want to do well at the box office, you still have to lean on the commercial side.

Even if you combine them a little bit, the results will be much better.

Sure enough, when he heard the word market, Guo Fan's eyes immediately dimmed:
"I don't have much confidence."

"The audience for literary films has always been very small, but I always feel that movies still have to convey something. Although movies are also a business and have to make money, as public cultural products, if they can also convey some good ideas, I think it’s better.”

"Making this genre film is also an attempt."

"I also thought about how to combine artistic films with commercial films, but found it quite difficult."

Hearing this, Xu Yi knew that the young director in front of him had a good outlook on life.

In other words, such people have a bottom line for themselves and are not prone to making vulgar and bad movies.

Xu Yi nodded in agreement: "It's indeed difficult."

If this road were easy to follow, there would not be so many movies in the previous life that only won awards but not box office. There seems to be a huge gap between literary and artistic films and commercial films. Ordinary directors want to bridge the gap between the two, but they often have limited abilities and simply cannot do it.

Excellent directors are all excellent in their own way.

They don't even think about such fanciful problems.

Guo Fan continued:
"Although this road is difficult, someone must try."

"If it really goes through, I think it will be a good thing for the entire film market."

Xu Yi didn't answer the question. The purpose of his appointment with Guo Fan today was not to talk about the future of literary films, because there was no future at all. He thought for a while, then changed the subject and said, "By the way, Director Guo, what do you think of domestic science fiction movies?"

"Mr. Xu also likes science fiction?"

Guo Fan was obviously a little surprised.

As if he had found a close friend, he immediately opened up a broader conversation: "Science fiction movies, I think there is a lot of potential! Our country lags behind a lot in this area. In the past, it may be because the chain and foundation of the film industry were imperfect, but... it is different now Now that the infrastructure is very complete, we can actually make good science fiction movies! It’s just a pity that the capital market is not optimistic about this field.”

"Actually, I personally like science fiction very much."

"To be honest, I am making movies now just to practice my skills. When my director level improves further in the future, I will definitely make a science fiction movie that belongs to us Dragon Kingdom people!"

What a coincidence, isn't it?

It turns out that you are really the Guo Fan I am looking for!
Xu Yi remained calm on his face, but in his heart he had already designated Guo Fan as his employee.

For such a young director, instead of running into obstacles everywhere, it is better to come to Brother. Brother will give you a script and investment, and you can play freely and become the first science fiction film in China.

"Director Guo thinks there is a market for science fiction movies in China?"

Xu Yi asked another question.

An excellent director must not only be able to direct and direct, but also must have a keen perception of the market.

Otherwise, every time a film is produced, it will be of no use if the technology is top-notch but not popular in the market.

I saw Guo Fan thinking carefully, and then answered very cautiously: "It's difficult to give an answer to Mr. Xu's question. I think that the final box office of any movie of any type and subject will be affected by many factors. Such as starring, promotion, film schedule, etc. However, putting aside these external factors, looking at the subject matter alone, I think there is no doubt about the market for science fiction movies.”

"Those who doubt domestic science fiction movies, won't they still buy tickets for Hollywood science fiction blockbusters?"

"So, the subject matter itself is not a problem."

"The problem is people's prejudice against the word domestically produced."

It is true that the domestic and European and American regions have different styles, and naturally their preferences are also different. Xu Yi agreed with Guo Fan's view, and he asked again: "Since everyone has a lot of prejudice against domestic products, what does Director Guo think should be done to get rid of this prejudice?"

"It's very simple."

Guo Fan has obviously thought deeply about this question, otherwise he would not have given the answer so quickly: "Any education at a theoretical level is doomed to fail. The best way to fight back is to make a science fiction movie with excellent quality and a good reputation." By word of mouth, more people will come to the cinema, and any prejudice will be dissipated automatically.”

Of course, a professional black man will always be a black man. Even if you take a picture of a flower, he will pick a few thorns on the stem to prove his unique point of view.

Xu Yi agreed with Guo Fan's answer.

This is indeed the best way, bar none.

"Director Guo, I think these things you talked about are very good." Xu Yi then officially revealed his intentions and said slowly: "But you also know that the capital market is such an environment. If you want to make a science fiction movie, I’m afraid it’s more difficult.”

Speaking of this, the light in Guo Fan's eyes dimmed a little more.

This is indeed something that can't be helped.

Without money, you can't make it in the film industry.

The scenery needs money, the actors need money, the props need money, and the post-production needs money. Even if you don't announce it, if you want to make a movie, you have to spend at least several million. This is still a small-budget movie, like a science fiction movie. If it doesn’t cost hundreds of millions, don’t even think about it.

"but……"

Xu Yi made a gentle turn, which made Guo Fan a little confused.

Just listen to Xu Yi smile and say:
"But what if I say that I can get Director Guo to start filming a science fiction movie next year?"

"Are you serious?" Guo Fan stood up a little excitedly and stared at Xu Yi: "Mr. Xu, are you kidding me? No, no, no, that's not possible. There is no good book yet, so just shoot for the sake of shooting. , besides wasting your money, there will be no other gain.”

He can also think about investors so as not to waste money. This is a good director.

Xu Yi said seriously:
"of course it's true."

"But I also have a condition, that is, you must join my company."

"Join your company?" Guo Fan repeated, and then said: "This... I need to think about it."

There is no free lunch in the world.

Joining Xu Yi's company means that any movie Guo Fan wants to make in the future will have to be approved by Xu Yi. This is not the same as a separate investor relationship. Capital investment is just a project-by-project calculation. If you invest in this movie, you have the right to speak in this movie, and you cannot interfere in other matters.

Whatever I like to shoot in my next movie has nothing to do with you.

Relatively speaking, it is just a temporary cooperation.

But joining a company and entering into an employment relationship is not like this.

Xu Yi was not in a hurry, stood up and said:

"It's okay, think about it carefully."

"Whenever you think about it, you can come to me anytime."

Although Xu Yi was hungry for talents, he still knew the trick of playing hard to get. The more times like this, the more he has to stay calm. The reason why he wants to sign Guo Fan is of course not just for a movie.

Xu Yi plans to set up a film and television department by himself.

Whether the next "Wolf Warrior" is in preparation, or whether it is a real science fiction film project, a professional film and television team is needed to promote these tasks.

And if I can hold a few top-notch directors in my hands, I will have some confidence.

After Guo Fan left, Fat Orange returned to the teahouse.

"Boss, what's wrong with this guy?" Fat Orange and Xu Yi never see anyone outside, and they just ask whatever they want.

Xu Yi took a sip of tea and then said calmly:
"pretty good."

"I invited him to join our company and he said he would consider it."

Fat Orange: "Do we really want to hire a director? But... there's nothing you can do if you come back!"

At present, Xu Yi Studio only has music projects and variety show resources, and other work seems to be zero. Even the investment in the movie "Operation Red Sea" was Xu Yi's personal behavior and did not go through the studio.

"Please come back and we'll have something to do."

Xu Yi smiled mysteriously and said, "If you really wait until something happens before hiring someone, I'm afraid you may not be able to hire the most suitable person."

Fat Orange immediately understood and immediately asked Xu Yi:
"Boss, what do you mean, we won't do TV shows next, but will enter the film industry? Are you planning to invite Guo Fan to film the project you mentioned last time?"

"That's not the case." Xu Yi shook his head, "For the project of Wolf Warriors, my preferred director is Hong Kong's Lam Chaoxian. I have also contacted him. After the Chinese New Year this year, he will be in place. By then Assemble a crew, call Li Xun back, and start filming directly."

Li Xun, this unlucky boy, was thrown into the army by Xu Yi and trained with Wang Dayong and others all day long.

The intention of this film is also very obvious, that is, to take over the role of "Operation Red Sea". However, this time the producer is no longer the General Army Art Center, but Xu Yi Studio.

"But what you said about entering the film industry is true."

"Sister Ju, I plan to set up a film and television department in the company, what do you think?"

Fat Orange thought for a while and said, "I have no problem."

The establishment of a film and television department indicates that Xu Yi's business territory is expanding.

This is of great benefit to Fat Orange but no harm at all.

After all, as long as the company makes a lot of money, she can also get a lot of dividends. And she doesn't have to worry about the capital investment. Fat Orange will naturally not refuse such a huge good thing.

Xu Yi: "Okay, then you go and prepare for this. Guo Fan, I will follow up."

Based on the preliminary understanding between the two today, Xu Yi estimated that Guo Fan would not agree to join the job so easily.

After all, capital is always there.

Once you tie yourself to a chariot, I'm afraid there will be a lot of inconvenience in future development.

Fat Orange left in response. As soon as he reached the door, he turned around and said:
"Almost forgot."

"Boss, there is news from Tomato Channel. Yan Zhongwen, the production director of their TV department, wants to meet with you in person. The specific cooperation details will be discussed in person when we meet. I haven't agreed yet, so I'll ask you first. Views."

Xu Yi said naturally:
"See you there!"

"Well, let me go back to the Magic City! It just so happens that I haven't been back for a long time. I'll go back and have a look. I'll also stop by the tomato stand."

Upon hearing this, Fat Orange said directly to Xu Yi:
"Okay, I'll give you Director Yan's phone number in a minute."

Ever since Xu Yi established his studio, Fat Orange usually didn't go out with Xu Yi. Because the studio is really busy with too many things, it is impossible to stay with Xu Yi all day long. Therefore, even if he goes abroad to make big movies, Xu Yi always works alone.

Fat Orange suggested to Xu Yi to hire an assistant or something.

But Xu Yi refused.

It's completely unnecessary. He's not the kind of person who has an assistant when he has something to do, and just... when there's nothing else. It doesn't matter whether he has an assistant or not.

The next morning, Xu Yi took a plane south and flew directly to the Magic City. (End of chapter)