Huayu: Director started with art films

Around eleven o'clock in the morning.

Golden Harvest Film Company.

In the conference room.

The main actors of "Young and Dangerous 2: Way of the Dragon" including Ekin Cheng, Daniel Chan, Chin Yau, and Lai Chi-chi have all arrived.

They all came in a hurry.

Qiu Shuzhen even took leave from the "Red Light District" crew despite her busy schedule to come here.

Because Golden Harvest General Manager Ho Kuan Chang called them personally, if they didn't come, they might offend Golden Harvest, and no one had the courage to do that, so they had to come.

But when they arrived, they were surprised to find that director Lee Yi-su was also there.

Everyone looked calm, but was extremely excited in their hearts.

Could it be that Director Li has a role for them?

This thought arose in the minds of several leading actors, but only Qiu Shuzhen saw it most clearly. She felt that it was not very realistic and instead thought that it was related to the movie "Enter the Dragon" in which they co-starred.

In fact, Qiu Shuzhen guessed correctly.

After telling Wenjun and Andrew Lau about the situation, they realized that the film had to be revised, so they were the ones who chaired the meeting.

Wen Jun saw the main creative team arrive and said, "We called everyone here to reshoot Way of the Dragon."

When these words were spoken, everyone was shocked.

The movie has been shot and edited, and will be released at the end of this month. The preliminary publicity has already been released. Why do they suddenly ask for a reshoot?

This loss is huge, not to mention the cost of reshooting, just the publicity costs, and the audience's expectations...

These costs are very high and have a very negative impact on a film company.

The theaters will be even more angry.

"I know everyone is confused, but we have to reshoot it. After the first Young and Dangerous movie was filmed, it had a very bad impact on society..."

When Wen Jun said this, Li Yishu next to him raised his hand.

Wen Jun quickly asked, "Director Li, what do you want to say?"

"Excuse me, Director Wen, I have to interrupt you for a moment."

Li Yishu stood up, looked at the familiar actors on the scene, and said, "Actually, this matter has nothing to do with Director Wen and Director Liu. It's mainly about me personally."

"I've seen the first Young and Dangerous movie starring all of you. From a commercial perspective, it was very well made and the characters you played were great, but the movie was too realistic. I just had a conversation with Director Liu and he told me that when the movie was being filmed, he specially invited actors with social group backgrounds to act in and direct it..."

Lee Yi-su didn’t know much about the fact that there were actors with gang backgrounds involved in the directing of the movie Young and Dangerous.

But after communicating with Andrew Lau, he suddenly realized that there were real people involved, which was why the movie was so realistic.

This also intensified his desire to ban, or completely revise the entire structure of the film.

"Young and Dangerous 1" has already been released, the impact has begun to brew, and VCDs and videotapes have already started to be sold.

It is very difficult to ban it again.

Therefore, it is very important to reshoot and dilute the impact before the second film is released and becomes a video tape.

True is also false and false is also true.

It is more acceptable than a complete ban.

If it really becomes a banned film, as long as the resources are out there, it will definitely be desired by most people.

The more you ban it, the more people want to see it.

After Lee Yi-su talked endlessly about the social phenomena that might be caused, she said, "Don't worry, everyone. During the reshoot period, everyone's pay will continue to be paid, and there won't be too many parts that need to be reshot."

"No problem, Director Li."

Chen Xiaochun was the first to say, "I am willing to reshoot, and I don't need the salary or anything, but I have a movie on hand right now, and it may be difficult to coordinate the schedule."

"The schedule is not a problem." Li Yishu smiled and said, "I will communicate with the crew you are filming."

"That's fine with me."

Chen Xiaochun is a very smart man. From the moment Golden Harvest called everyone over and then Director Li came in person to explain the situation, he knew it was a done deal.

Li Yishu personally spoke to you in a nice way and even paid you for the film. If you don't make a statement, it would be very disrespectful to her.

People can give you face and speak nicely to you, but you cannot take advantage of their niceness and ignore them.

You have to know that Li Yishu is not only an international director, but also the chairman of the board of directors of Hong Kong Asia Television and the boss of Ming Pao. If you offend him, forget about staying in the Hong Kong entertainment industry.

Once Chen Xiaochun spoke up, the others immediately expressed their willingness to cooperate with the reshoot. If there were any schedule issues, they would try their best to coordinate and make time for the reshoot.

"Don't worry, everyone, the remuneration will still be paid according to your filming time."

Li Yishu glanced at her watch and said, "It's noon now. I'll treat everyone to a meal. This is a good opportunity to thank you for giving me Li Yishu this honor."

If he asked us to treat you to a meal, naturally no one would refuse.

However, Zou Wenhuai did not come. He was busy discussing the investment for "Rush Hour" with Amy.

Originally, this was done by Ho Kuan Chang, but since Li Yishu was treating the guests, he, as one of the hosts, naturally had to accompany them.

"Jingle Bell……"

As he walked out of the meeting room, Li Yishu's cell phone rang. He took it out and saw that it was Li Jiaxin calling.

After being connected.

When he learned that Li Yishu had made an appointment to have dinner with someone, he insisted on coming.

It happened that Li Yishu hadn't seen the most beautiful Hong Kong sister for a while, so she asked her to come over.

noon.

A restaurant near Jiahe Company with pretty good food.

In the large box.

Li Jiaxin put the peeled shrimp meat into Li Yishu's bowl.

Li Yishu noticed this situation, but didn't say anything, and continued chatting with Wenjun and others.

Li Jiaxin didn't say anything, but continued to peel the shrimp silently.

Li Zi and Qiu Shuzhen, who were sitting opposite, showed intriguing expressions when they saw this scene.

It seems that the gossip news is not completely groundless.

As early as a few years ago, gossip magazines reported that Li Yishu and Li Jiaxin had an ambiguous relationship, and later some photos of the two were taken, but because there were no overly intimate actions, it was just a rumor.

Just like the love triangle between Li Jiaxin, Zhang Manyu and Li Yishu.

This is the most widely circulated in Hong Kong.

It is said that once, Zhang Manyu and Li Jiaxin met in private and mocked each other.

Everyone knows something about what's going on in the circle.

But seeing it with my own eyes this time was another matter.

A hint of envy flashed in Qiu Shuzhen's eyes.

She is still dating Wang Jing. Everyone has a director boyfriend, but Li Jiaxin found a talented and handsome boyfriend like Li Yishu.

Even if the identity of Li Jiaxin's "girlfriend" is questionable, at least the person riding on her is not a big fat pig, but a young, handsome, and well-proportioned international director.

Zheng Yijian, Chen Xiaochun and others all lowered their heads and ate what was in their bowls.

They were not on the same level, and since they were not women, they naturally turned a deaf ear to the outside world and focused on eating their lunch. "Jiang Wen wants to make a movie?"

Li Yishu looked at Wenjun with "four eyebrows" in surprise.

This is the pockmarked "Lu Xiaofeng" in "Forbidden City Spy" starring Zhou Xingchi.

Wen Jun nodded and said, "Yes, Jiang Wen called me a few days ago and said that he had just finished filming a movie and suddenly had an idea to shoot a story. I asked him what the story was, but he said he didn't know yet."

"The Devils Are Coming"?
This seems to be Jiang Wen’s second movie.

It’s only 1996, and he already has the idea of ​​making this movie?
That shouldn't be the case. Secretary Li Yi remembered that this movie seemed to be based on an original novel. He couldn't remember which book it was, but it shouldn't have been delayed for three or four years before filming and release.

Li Yishu said, "It's interesting that he has an idea but can't tell the story. I'll ask him later."

"Director Li, you..."

Wen Jun hesitated for a moment, looked around, and seeing that no one was paying attention, he whispered, "I heard from Jiang Wen that he and you seem to have a little..."

"There were some minor conflicts before, but they are all over."

The conflict between Li Yishu and Jiang Wen is actually not that deep, at least it is better than that between Brother Chen Kai.

He could even use Brother Chen Kai as a tool, so naturally he didn't care about the conflict with Jiang Wen.

Teng Wenzhi, who was the real conflict, had already been arranged by him to semi-retire.

And to be honest, Lee Yi-su actually likes all six of Kang Wen’s movies, her favorite of which is “The Sun Also Rises”, and all his movies tell the same core story.

Maybe in a few years, Li Yishu will also need to use the core of this story.

Just because he struggled for money in his previous life doesn’t mean he doesn’t have this core.

"Director Li is indeed elegant and easy-going. No wonder I heard people say that working with Director Li is the best."

Wenjun gave a thumbs up. He and Li Yishu had almost never met before. The only time was when they attended the Venice International Film Festival together that year.

It was also because of that incident that Wenjun learned that Jiang Wen and Li Yishu had a conflict.

I didn't expect that the conflict has now been resolved.

"Haha, Director Wen, please don't flatter me. I'm not that elegant and easy-going."

Li Yishu smiled and waved her hand.

His mental age is almost 60.

When people reach this age, the first thought that comes to their mind is always to maintain harmony.

But after rebirth, Li Yishu regained the youthful vigor and sharpness created by the strength of "success and fame" that he did not have in his previous life.

So Li Yishu's current situation is that he usually remains easy-going and friendly to people who have no direct interest relationship with him. In simple terms, he does not act like a big shot or get carried away.

If there is a conflict of interest between the two parties, he will definitely find a way to get rid of the other party, such as Zeng Zhiwei and Teng Wenji before.

Wenjun didn't expect Li Yishu to say this, but he suddenly remembered what happened at the party held at Chenglong's house.

I understand why the other party said that.

The incident caused quite a stir and was widely circulated in the Hong Kong entertainment circle.

It is said that Li Yishu had a conflict with Zeng Zhiwei because of Anita Mui, which led to Zeng Zhiwei moving to Southeast Asia.

He couldn't even stay in Taiwan anymore because Qiu Fusheng, the boss of Era Film Company, had spoken.

Even though Zeng Zhiwei has a father who is a detective, he is no longer popular and no one has ever seen him. How can he compare to the powerful Boss Qiu?

Wen Jun knew all these things, but he didn't dare to say anything. He just continued to compliment him: "Director Li, you are too polite. All the actors who have worked with you have praised you for being a good person to get along with."

Li Yishu: "Haha, if Director Wen wants to know if I'm easy to get along with, when you have time, you can come to our ATV to make a TV series. I still like some of the movies written by Director Wen."

Wen Jun said, "No problem, Director Li. I have actually worked on TV drama scripts before. When I have time later, I will definitely write a script and submit it to ATV."

"Then I'm looking forward to it."

Li Yishu picked up the wine glass and said, "Let's have a drink."

Wenjun quickly raised his glass.

It's about one o'clock in the afternoon.

The meal was finally over.

Ekin Cheng and the others naturally went about their own business, while Alex Man and Andrew Lau also hurried back to Golden Harvest to prepare to rewrite the script.

The plot is usable, but some scenes need to be reshot and the ending needs to be remade.

Because they had the "New World" template provided by Li Yishu, their intention was to change Chen Haonan into an undercover agent who could catch all these young and dangerous guys in one fell swoop, and the police would win a great victory.

Since we are not considering making a sequel anyway, we naturally have to use our imaginations to the fullest.

As for Li Yishu, she naturally took the most beautiful Miss Hong Kong back to her luxury home in Mid-Levels for a good ride.

A lot of clouds and rain.

Li Jiaxin lay in Li Yishu's arms, panting, "Honey, I don't want to film anymore."

She only made one movie last year, Wang Jiawei's "Fallen Angels".

This year she only filmed one urban horror film "The Thirteenth of July: Long Po". It's not that no one asked her to act in a movie, but Li Jiaxin rejected them all.

"Then what do you want to do?"

Li Yishu smiled and stroked the face of the most beautiful Hong Kong sister. To be honest, Li Jiaxin, who is only 23 years old this year, is really at her most perfect time.

Her slightly chubby face not only does not make her look fat, but also highlights her mixed-race appearance.

Later, perhaps because she lost too much weight, she developed a somewhat sarcastic appearance, which made me dislike her.

Li Jiaxin stared at him with burning eyes: "I want to start a company."

"start a company?"

Li Yishu stared at her in confusion: "What kind of company?"

“Clothing company!”

Li Jiaxin quickly asked: "Do you know the clothing brand Baleno?"

"Benelu?"

Li Yishu had a strange look on his face, he was very familiar with this brand.

Brand, Baleno!

"Yes, Baleno, this is an Italian brand. It was very popular in Hong Kong a few years ago, and even invited Chow Yun-fat to be the spokesperson..."

In fact, there is another spokesperson, and that is Zhang Manyu.

However, Li Jiaxin didn't get along with her, so naturally she wouldn't mention this name at this time.

Li Jiaxin said: "A friend of mine in the fashion industry told me that Baleno was on the verge of bankruptcy in the past two years due to problems with the head office's operations, but the brand is still influential."

Li Yishu raised her eyebrows: "You want to take over this brand?"

"I don't have that much money. I heard it would cost hundreds of millions. I just remembered that you invested in Italian Piero Men's Wear, and I wondered if this would be useful to you."

Li Jiaxin shook her head. Most of the money she earned over the years had been spent, and there was not much left.

It’s better to rely on men than on yourself.

This is what Li Jiaxin really thinks from the bottom of her heart. Instead of working hard on filming, it is better to get close to a rich man. (End of this chapter)