Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 242: Challenge the top directors in Hong Kong. (Subscribe)
"Is this okay?"

Watching Zhen Zaidan return the same way.

Han Sanping on the side was stunned.

Subsequently.

But he gave a thumbs up and said to Chen Cheng: "Great, it's really great."

"I am over-flattered."

Chen Cheng smiled.

Then, as if he had thought of something, he said, "Director Han, how about I go and talk to them first during the meeting. I'll call you when I feel it's ready?"

"Row."

inside.

Although Chen Cheng came.

But Chen Cheng is also a director.

It is most appropriate to communicate with them as director Chen Cheng.

……

"Mr. Huang, my stomach feels a little uncomfortable. I'll go to the hospital for a check-up first."

"Ah? Zidan, what's going on? You failed at the critical moment."

"I'm sorry, Mr. Huang. It hurts so much that I can't hold on. Otherwise, I would definitely attend such an important meeting."

"Ok."

Helplessly, Huang Baiming hung up the phone.

"Boss Huang, what's going on?"

Several directors nearby asked.

Huang Baiming said: "It's okay, something happened at home."

Huang Baiming didn't say anything and turned his phone to silent mode.

at this time.

A number of directors and well-known Hong Kong actors have arrived.

He looked at his watch.

Wu Yusen, who was sitting on the side, said, "What time is it? Han Sanping hasn't arrived yet."

Xu Ke also looked at his watch and said, "Yusen, there are still 5 minutes left, don't worry."

"Tsk. These guys, do they think they are the bosses and will be the last to arrive?"

Wu Yusen was a little unhappy and complained.

Other directors also said, "Isn't Han Sanping the leader?"

Obviously.

This is a joke on Han Sanping.

Chen Cheng, who had just entered the room, heard it and said, "Director Wu, you look so happy, what are you talking about?"

See Chen Cheng.

Wu Yusen snorted coldly and did not reply.

In the previous "Red Cliff" crew.

He has had a PK with Chen Cheng.

Although they seemed to be reconciled later, it was only on the surface.

Regarding Chen Cheng.

Wu Yusen has no good feelings towards him.

However, Wu Yusen couldn't say anything in front of so many people.

"Chen Cheng, where is Director Han?"

Xu Ke, who had a good relationship with Chen Cheng, said.

Chen Cheng sat down at his seat and explained, "Sorry, Director Han has something else to do and will be here soon. Hey guys, why are you all so serious? There are quite a few people I won't see for a long time. How about we chat for a while while Director Han is away?"

talking.

Chen Cheng looked at Liu Dehua.

"Brother Hua, long time no see."

Yes.

The first person Chen Cheng chose was Liu Dehua.

Why choose Liu Dehua?

One is that he has a pretty good relationship with Liu Dehua.

another.

When filming The Warlords.

Liu Dehua once told Chen Cheng.

He said that the character Zhao Erhu he played was very similar to him.

He is also the kind of person who would rather suffer losses himself than let others suffer losses.

Chen Cheng likes this kind of honest and well-behaved actor very much.

In fact, Liu Dehua did it.

Since his debut.

Although he made a lot of bad movies later, his character and morals were not a problem at all.

"Yes, Director Chen, long time no see."

"Brother Hua, it's too formal to call me Director Chen."

"You are indeed Director Chen. When I was in The Warlords, you guided me in many literary scenes. If it weren't for Lian Jie, I might have won the Best Actor award from him."

Once you say this.

Jet Li laughed and said, "I've already told you, after watching The Warlords, I realized that brothers are unreliable."

All of a sudden.

Many people laughed.

Chen Cheng also said: "Brother Jie, you look so good."

Jet Li deliberately said angrily: "I was provoked by you. It would be fine if you PKed with me alone. But you even brought Zhao Wenzhuo along... I was wondering if you wanted to bring Qian Xiaohao along as well."

"Hahaha, I have this idea."

"Get lost."

Jet Li gave Chen Cheng a middle finger.

But everyone figured it out.

Although Jet Li and Chen Cheng were arguing, his relationship with Chen Cheng was very strong.

Seeing this, Chen Cheng looked at Jin Chengwu again: "Chengwu, you are handsome again."

Jin Chengwu was a little embarrassed: "I rely on this face to make a living. If I didn't have it, I would probably have to retire."

Chen Cheng said, "How could that be? Your acting is also OK. It's a pity that the last scene of The Warlords was deleted."

“It’s a pity indeed.”

It's a pity for Jin Chengwu too.

In the Letter of Attribution.

Jet Li, Andy Lau, Jin Chengwu.

In fact, their acting is pretty good.

But many people think that Jin Chengwu has the worst acting skills in this movie.

The reason.

Or maybe it’s because the scene where Jin Chengwu was tortured to death was deleted.

otherwise.

The scene where Jin Chengwu was being tortured to death while thinking of his elder brother Pang Qingyun's acting skills was also regarded as a masterpiece.

"I'm still wondering when I can work with you, Director Chen."

"No problem. As long as we are destined to cooperate, we can cooperate at any time."

Chen Cheng was very satisfied with Jin Chengwu's words.

The reason why he talked to Jin Chengwu.

That's why.

Among Hong Kong actors, Jin Chengwu has the highest salary increase.

But obviously.

During this casual chat, Chen Cheng realized that Jin Chengwu intended to repay him.

This favor.

Naturally, it was Chen Cheng who directed Jin Chengwu's performance that year.

of course.

In fact, that kind of guidance was also Chen Cheng’s responsibility.

He was originally the assistant director and was also responsible for directing the actors in their performances.

Even if Jin Chengwu is not under his jurisdiction.

Chen Cheng also did it for the crew.

If the two did not have much interaction in the later period, or Chen Cheng was still the assistant director of that year.

Such favors have long since disappeared.

There is no way Jin Chengwu would remember the favor of an assistant director.

The identities of the two are too different.

Even if I just remember it, I wouldn't think it's a big deal.

At most I'll treat you to a meal when we meet again.

Or if you meet them next time on the set, say a few nice words to the producer or director.

But Chen Cheng’s current identity is different from before.

Even though Chen Cheng had helped Jin Chengwu a little bit before.

At this point, it all becomes a matter of personal relationships.

So Chen Cheng quickly looked at Xie Tingfeng again.

Xie Tingfeng felt a little embarrassed.

Although he is still a popular actor in Hong Kong.

But in the circle.

How could he not know that?

It is unknown how much difference there is between his status and that of Chen Cheng.

See Chen Cheng looking at himself.

Xie Tingfeng couldn't help but think of the time when Chen Cheng guided him in his performance.

even.

Also because of Chen Cheng.

He also won the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Zhao Sidi in "The Besieged City".

This affection is much greater than when Chen Cheng taught Jin Chengwu how to act.

Unable to restrain himself, Xie Tingfeng said, "Brother Cheng, please call me when you come to Hong Kong, so that I can play the role of a good host."

"That's okay now."

Chen Cheng replied with a smile.

"Yes, yes, Cheng, we'll have dinner together later."

"Easy to say."

Ok.

Excuse me.

Xie Tingfeng is several years older than Chen Cheng.

But he also has to call him Brother Cheng like Zhen Zaidan.

……

Next to Xie Tingfeng is Gu Tianle.

In the later period, Gu Tianle also became a big shot in the Hong Kong circle.

Later, he became one of the owners of the well-known Hong Kong Pacific Film Company.

So later on, when Gu Tianle attended various meetings or activities, Gu Tianle always stood in the first row.

Even Liu Dehua, Liang Chaowei...they have to stand in the second row.

But now, Gu Tianle is still just a young actor in Hong Kong.

even.

He doesn't have any good representative works now.

At least at the box office.

Speaking of the low box office.

in the past.

Liu Dehua was called box office poison. Gu Tianle was not much better.

Chen Cheng and Gu Tianle had never worked together and were not familiar with him.

He just nodded at him and said, "Tianle, we may have a chance to cooperate in the future."

In no mood.

Chen Cheng just said this, but Gu Tianle said: "Director Chen, let's add a contact number."

Chen Cheng was about to give out his number.

Wu Yusen on the side coughed.

Gu Tianle was a little embarrassed and took back his phone.

Chen Cheng smiled and said, "It's okay, we'll add more after the meeting."

talking.

Chen Cheng looked at Wu Yusen.

The person who is most determined to raise prices is Wu Yusen.

As for what is the reason?
One is that the movie Red Cliff he filmed set a box office record.

And there are two of them at once.

At the same time, Red Cliff also performed quite well at the box office in Japan.

There is one more, and it is the most important one.

Wu Yusen was also the first to accept the sky-high director's salary of 3500 million yuan.

If he doesn't support the price increase, then no one will.

but.

Wu Yusen had 3500 million, but Chen Cheng knew what was going on.

Looking at Wu Yusen, Chen Cheng said, "Director Wu, congratulations. Another big production, The Crossing, is about to start filming."

"Thank you. Director Chen, can you help me produce this film when you have time? The words 'Producer Chen Cheng' are a brand in our industry."

After Wu Yusen finished speaking, he smiled for no apparent reason.

Obviously.

Wu Yusen was satirizing Chen Cheng.

Actually saying it secretly.

Aren’t you a well-known producer?

Doesn’t even the director have to give you some allowance?
Excuse me.

In our Red Cliff, everyone only recognizes me, Wu Yusen, no matter who the producer is.

"What brand or not? Compared to a great director like you, Director Wu, I, a producer, am nothing."

Chen Cheng was not angry.

He looked calm.

Although producer Chen Cheng did create brand value in a certain period of time.

But it is not necessarily true that once the words "Chen Cheng" are typed, everything will work.

Wu Yusen is not a fake either.

The few words "Wu Yusen" are very valuable.

"Red Cliff" is his representative work.

of course.

Earlier, he also had the more classic "A Better Tomorrow".

He was also the first well-known director to enter Hollywood.

His Hollywood work "Face/Off" earned $97 million in box office worldwide as early as 2.5.

In 2000, the "Mission Impossible 2" he directed in Hollywood earned more than 5 million US dollars worldwide, which made Wu Yusen's popularity reach its peak.

If it weren't for the poor performance of some of the films shot later, the Hollywood investors would have lost a lot of money.

Even Li An might not be as famous as him.

"Hey, Director Chen, why are you so humble now?"

"I have always been."

"No, you were the big producer when we were filming Red Cliff. You refused to pay me when I asked you to."

"Isn't this to stimulate you so that you can make a better plot?"

"Then I thank you."

"You're welcome."

Chen Cheng smiled.

Then, Chen Cheng said, "However, Director Wu, I have to remind you. It's not so easy to get the money from LeTV. At least, you haven't received 3500 million yet, right?"

"How did you..."

Wu Yusen's face changed and he almost said the wrong thing.

Fortunately, he took it back in time and glared at Chen Cheng: "I don't need Supervisor Chen to worry about my affairs."

"Okay."

Chen Cheng still kept smiling.

As for why Chen Cheng knew about Wu Yusen.

This doesn't need to be considered.

Although Boss Jia, who is suffocating for his dream, is very rich, he is more calculating than anyone else.

Although he is willing to pay high salaries, there are limits.

Here, Wu Yusen should have signed a gambling agreement with Boss Jia.

However, in the media and in the circle, the information released by Wu Yusen is still 3500 million.

Also.

Not long ago, Chen Cheng also received an offer from Boss Jia.

The pay is still 3500 million, and there's even room for negotiation.

Chen Cheng estimated that it could increase by another 500 million, which is 4000 million.

But when Chen Cheng asked a professional lawyer to take a look, he discovered that the agreement given to him by Boss Jia was full of traps.

If the film is successful, everyone will make money.

3500 million is easy to get.

But what if the film doesn’t make money?

You may not even be able to get half of the 3500 million.

In extreme cases.

There is even a possibility of losing money.

……

Seeing that Wu Yusen had nothing to say.

The other directors looked at each other and remained silent for a moment.

Chen Jiashang wanted to speak out.

But Chen Cheng stared at him and he dared not say a word.

Although Chen Jiashang is a well-known director in Hong Kong.

But he has a weak character and is not good at this kind of confrontation.

In addition, Chen Cheng and Chen Jiashang have had too many dealings.

Before Painted Skin 1.

Chen Cheng was only the assistant director, yet he was able to deprive Chen Jiashang of the power to select actors.

Later, when Painted Skin 2 was released.

Chen Cheng even fired him directly.

Faced with such a powerful filmmaker, Chen Jiashang didn't dare to say a word.

of course.

It wasn't just Wu Yusen and Chen Jiashang who came here.

Others working opposite Chen Cheng include Xu Ke, Chen Kexin, Huang Baiming, Cheng Xiaodong and Hong Jinbao.

There is no need to mention Cheng Xiaodong.

Became more familiar with Chen Cheng.

The two of them are martial arts instructors, and their relationship is even closer than others.

The same is true for Chen Kexin and Huang Baiming.

Chen Cheng and Chen Kexin have collaborated on many films and they have a good relationship.

Chen Kexin was also one of the first big directors to co-produce films with China Film Corporation.

He not only had to consider Chen Cheng's face, he also had to consider China Film Corporation's face.

The same goes for Wong Pak Ming.

Currently Wong Pak Ming is also working with Chen Cheng on Ip Man 2.

Furthermore.

The reason why Ip Man was able to remain safe and sound was also due to Chen Cheng’s efforts.

Moreover, Chen Cheng had helped Huang Baiming bargain before, so he was even more embarrassed to come forward.

Xu Ke is a veteran in Hong Kong.

Having just finished filming "Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate" not long ago and having a good relationship with Chen Cheng, it was not easy for him to stand out.

It’s Hong Jinbao and Cheng Xi.

Both of them are actors and directors.

But the two of them are too important, they are boss level.

So it would be a bad idea for the two of them to come forward too early.

Then.

At last.

Only Wang Jing is left.

"Uh……"

Seeing that several directors were looking at him.

Wang Jing was a little embarrassed.

but.

He knows it too.

He must come forward.

"Director Chen, hello, it's the first time we meet."

"Hello, Director Wang, I like your films."

"Thank you. However, I am a Hong Kong director, and I have to fight for the interests of Hong Kong director."

"understand."

Chen Cheng nodded.

"I have always believed that film is a business. Director Chen, you are also a director. What we are advocating now is also beneficial to you. I think you don't need to object."

However, Chen Cheng said: "From a short-term perspective, I naturally don't need to object. But what about the long-term? Directors, do you think such high pay can continue?"

"Why not?"

"Why?"

"Director Chen, whether it works or not will depend on the market. If it doesn't work in a few years, I will support you even if you object."

“In a few years, the market will be ruined.”

“You don’t have the final say in the market.”

"Then there's no need to talk."

"No need to talk."

Wang Jing also spread his hands.

"In that case."

Chen Cheng looked at everyone and said, "Since no one can come to an agreement, let's follow the rules of the underworld and have a fight."

"A fight?"

"Correct."

Chen Cheng smiled and said, "Dear directors, you are not afraid anymore, are you?"

"hehe."

Chen Cheng said this.

Hong Jinbao on the side laughed and said, "Let's have a fight. I like it. Donnie Yen, fight with Brother Chen Cheng for a few moves first."

"Zidan, where are you?"

Hong Jinbao looked around again and again, but still couldn't find Zhen Zaidan.

Huang Baiming, who was standing at the side, felt embarrassed and whispered to Hong Jinbao, "Master Bao, Donnie Yen said he had a stomachache and is leaving first."

(End of this chapter)