Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 321 Goodbye, Hong Kong film era.

Chen Cheng still went to Wang Jing's place.

This is not a matter of guidance or not.

A big-name director like Wang Jing doesn't need Chen Cheng to guide him.

However, Wang Jing was very happy about Chen Cheng's departure.

No matter what.

It is a great honor for Chen Cheng to come.

Before arriving at the crew, Wang Jing heard that Chen Cheng had arrived, so he went to the crew door to wait.

Upon seeing Chen Cheng, Wang Jing hugged Chen Cheng and said, "President, you are really here."

Chen Cheng said, "Director Wang, please call me President. I'm leaving now. Just call me Chen Cheng."

"That's great. Don't call me Director Wang. Call me Brother Jing."

"Brother Jing."

"Hey……"

Wang Jing was very happy: "Today I will take you to visit our crew."

"By the way, Brother Jing, what's the name of your drama?"

"The Man from Macau."

"Oh, or a gambling movie?"

"Yes."

Wang Jing nodded: "The actor is still Chow Yun Fat, and some of the old stuff is rehashed."

Chen Cheng said, "How can you call it rehashing old stuff? I think this kind of nostalgic theme has a great market."

of course.

Chen Cheng was not very interested in "The Man from Macau".

This film actually doesn't have much nutrition or content.

But sometimes.

Movies are unpredictable.

It is not the case that the more nutrients or the more content, the better.

Sometimes, even if a work has no nutritional value or substance, there are still people who like it.

Just like The Man from Macau.

In his previous life, Wang Jing made three films.

Although all three films were criticized by many people.

But the more people complain about it, the higher the box office of The Man from Macau gets?
Can you say those audiences are stupid?

"Come on, come on, we are all old acquaintances. Brother Fa, look who's here?"

At this time, the scenes of the main characters in "The Man from Macau" have been completed.

I heard that Chen Cheng is here.

Wang Jing also brought Chen Cheng to meet the main characters.

Male No. 1 is naturally Chow Yun-fat.

Meet Chen Cheng.

Without waiting for Chen Cheng to speak, Zhou Renfa took the initiative to greet Chen Cheng: "Director Chen, long time no see."

"Yes, Brother Fa, long time no see, you are still as charming as ever."

"No, I'm old, just like this movie, I'm already retired."

"You are still as sharp as a knife. Even after retirement, you are still the pillar of stability."

Chen Cheng had an average feeling towards Zhou Renfa.

I don't like it very much, but I don't dislike it either.

Anyway, everyone is just saying polite words, you praise me and I praise you.

Next is male No. 2 Xie Tingfeng.

"Tingfeng, you are still so handsome."

Chen Cheng shakes hands with Xie Tingfeng.

Xie Tingfeng was a little embarrassed: "I still need Brother Cheng's guidance."

Xie Tingfeng and Chen Cheng have been collaborating for a long time.

Chen Cheng had given Xie Tingfeng a lot of advice before.

Xie Tingfeng was very grateful to Chen Cheng.

Even though Xie Tingfeng is older than Chen Cheng.

But Xie Tingfeng still looks like a junior.

Next is a veteran Hong Kong actor, Benz Hui.

He was in the training class of TVB in his early years and later joined TVB.

Basically, he is the gold medal supporting actor in many TV series produced by wireless television stations.

In "Macau", he played the role of Brother Benz.

Chen Cheng is not familiar with Hui Shaoxiong, but he has great respect for these veteran actors who have been working in the industry for decades.

He also shook hands with Xu Shaoxiong very politely.

……

The next actor is called Gao Hu.

Gao Hu graduated from the Central Academy of Drama. His most famous role is playing Zhang Jizhong's version of Xu Zhu.

In The Return of the Condor Heroes, he played the role of Huodu, and was relatively well-known.

Later, he also played many roles in many martial arts works.

But a pity.

Later, Gao Hu took drugs and eventually quit the entertainment industry.

Looking at Gao Hu, Chen Cheng also felt emotional.

There are many actors with great prospects in the entertainment industry, but because they went astray, they eventually retired.

Gao Hu is not the first, nor the last.

"Hello, Senior Brother Gao Xu."

Chen Cheng shook hands with Gao Hu.

Chen Cheng graduated from Peking University, so he was very polite to Gao Hu from the Central Academy of Drama.

Gao was obviously stunned.

He didn't expect that.

Chen Cheng, a famous director and producer, actually called him senior brother.

One thought.

Then I remembered that Chen Cheng graduated from Beijing Film Academy.

This surprised and delighted Gao Hu, who said, "Director Chen, I can't bear the fact that you call me your senior brother."

Chen Cheng said: "How can I not be able to bear it? Before I went to Beijing Film Academy, I saw your performance as Xu Zhu, it was very classic."

of course.

Chen Cheng had also met Gao Hu when he was in the crew of The Return of the Condor Heroes.

However, Chen Cheng was just an unknown person at that time and did not have much contact with Gao Hu.

"Thank you, Director Chen."

"And call me Director Chen."

"Thank you, Junior Brother Chen Cheng."

Chen Cheng shook hands with Gao Hu.

Then he leaned close to Gao Xu's ear and said, "Brother Gao Xu, I think you have a bright future ahead of you. It's better for you not to get involved in many bad hobbies."

Chen Cheng didn't know whether Gao Hu had those bad hobbies at the moment, or whether he was fine for the time being.

But no one can say for sure about this kind of thing.

Every reminder counts.

This made Gao Hu stunned, and he didn't quite understand what Chen Cheng was talking about.

Then he thought of something and immediately assured Chen Cheng, "Yes, yes, yes, from now on, I will definitely go to nightclubs less often."

This made Chen Cheng burst into tears.

It seems that Gao Hu doesn't have any bad hobbies for the time being.

But that’s fine.

I’ll give you a reminder in advance. I hope Gao Hu will think about what he said when the time comes.

but.

There are some things Chen Cheng can remind you of.

But there are some things that Chen Cheng can't say anything about.

For example, another actor said: "Director Chen..."

The actor's name is Du Wenzhe.

As early as when they were in the crew, Chen Cheng kicked him out.

I didn't expect this guy to have such good resources.

There are still many directors looking for him.

But yes.

If he didn't have such good resources, how could he be so confident that he could eat the Chinese people's food while smashing the Chinese people's bowls.

"Zhang Jin, sure, you accepted Brother Jing's film, but why didn't you tell me?"

Without paying any attention to Du Wenzhe, Chen Cheng turned and looked at another actor, Zhang Jin.

This photo of Du Wen Ze is extremely embarrassing.

Wang Jing was a wonderful person, so he knew what was going on here. He glanced at Du Wenze and said, "You go aside first."

"Director Chen, I almost delayed the crew's important event last time. How dare I disturb you?"

Zhang Jin was talking about the last time he was filming Sha Po Lang, when he broke his leg.

Chen Cheng smiled and said, "What do you mean by disturbing me? Last time, the crew didn't take proper safety precautions, which is why you got hurt. How is your leg now?"

"Thanks to Director Chen, there is absolutely no problem."

talking.

Zhang Jin also kicked Chen Cheng several times in front of him.

Chen Cheng was very happy and said, "This skill is good."

The actress who shook hands with Chen Cheng at the end was a beautiful woman.

Very beautiful.

very beautiful.

Even though Chen Cheng had seen many beauties in the circle, he still felt his eyes brighten when he saw this actress.

"Hello Director Chen, I'm Jing Tian."

Yes.

This actress is Jing Tian. As for Jing Tian's representative works.

Uh.

There aren't many representative works.

Even if there is.

All the works she shot were just average.

of course.

She also performed so-so.

However, in this circle, it is not the case that you can succeed just by having good acting skills.

Even though the industry is placing more and more emphasis on acting skills, those good-looking actresses still have an enormous market.

Like a peaceful scene.

Chen Cheng felt that Jing Tian was very pleasing to the eye, not to mention others.

……

Spent two hours on Wang Jing's set.

When leaving, Chen Cheng said that this drama should be successful.

Wang Jing was overjoyed.

The fact that Chen Cheng gave such a favorable review also meant that the film’s box office success was guaranteed.

later time.

Chen Cheng went to some other director crews in Hong Kong.

Like Chen Kexin and Chen Jia go there.

Chen Kexin is currently working on a new film, "Soulmate".

As soon as he saw the name of this drama, Chen Cheng felt that Chen Kexin really embraced the mainland in an all-round way.

Although this work adapted from a mainland novel did not have high box office, it was still able to make money.

Moreover, movies like this one about youthful urban romance are easy to shoot and can easily cause social repercussions.

Chen Jiashang hasn't had any new works recently.

After filming "The Four", Chen Jiashang has been considering what type of work to shoot.

Until Chen Cheng arrived.

He also shared his questions with Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng has no hatred towards Chen Jiashang.

There were some conflicts before, but they were just based on the facts.

in contrast.

Chen Cheng and Chen Jiashang have worked together before.

Chen Cheng also admired Chen Jiashang's understanding of art.

Especially Painted Skin 1.

Facing Chen Jiashang's question, Chen Cheng also said: "Director Chen, I think the Hong Kong director has a misunderstanding."

"Director Chen, what do you say?"

"Hong Kong directors really like some well-known big IPs, such as Fang Shiyu, Liao Zhai, and Jin Daxia's works."

"That's true, but it also proves that there is a market for these big IPs."

"Although there is a market, the times are different now. Hong Kong has been making these IPs for many years, and many classic IPs have been remade over and over again. In fact, there is not much new to be found in remaking them. The current market is mainly in the mainland. Director Jiashang, I think you can go to the mainland more often to see what the mainland people like, and then decide what kind of film to make."

"Thank you Director Chen. I will visit the mainland in a while."

Chen Jiashang said.

the other side.

Wait until Chen Cheng leaves Wang Jing's crew.

Actor Du Wenze looked depressed: "Brother Jing, I really didn't offend Director Chen."

"I know."

"Then he still does this to me."

"Do you think he's targeting you?"

"Don't you see?"

"Humph……"

Wang Jing snorted coldly: "With someone like you, you still need Chen Cheng to target you."

"Brother Jing."

"Shut up."

Wang Jing glared at Du Wenze and said, "You didn't offend Chen Cheng, but what about those things you said online? What about you scolding mainlanders? On the one hand, you want to make money from the mainland box office, but on the other hand, you look down on them. You are really annoying. Didn't you say that you have the ability to make them stop you from going to the mainland? Well, most audiences don't have this ability, but...some people do. Go away."

"Brother Jing."

"Don't call me Brother Jing. I will still give you the pay for this film. From now on, you can take care of yourself."

Done.

Wang Jing no longer looked at Du Wen Ze.

……

After visiting Hong Kong, Chen Cheng went to LeTV.

Going to LeTV does not mean that there is any business cooperation with LeTV.

Although there is indeed cooperation.

Chen Cheng will put some of his movies on LeTV's side.

Of course, Chen Cheng will not only put his movies on LeTV, but also on a series of other video website platforms.

But LeTV is now at its peak.

In addition to creating the LeTV video website, he has also begun to get involved in hardware.

such as.

They are working on LeTV TV.

It can be said.

LeTV is a pioneer in smart TV in China.

His innovations and contributions in the field of television are enormous.

But a pity.

Boss Jia’s ideals are too big.

After getting the TV, I wanted to get the mobile phone.

After making mobile phones, I wanted to make cars.

In the end, Boss Jia had to go to the United States and never fulfilled his promise to return home next Monday.

Chen Cheng came here today not to talk with Boss Jia about LeTV's series of products.

He came to LeTV to demand salary for members of the Directors Guild.

And this member is Wu Yusen.

Ok.

Wu Yusen is no pushover either.

After he joined the Directors Guild, he immediately complained to the association and said that LeTV owed him the director's fee.

Although Chen Cheng didn't have any feelings for Wu Yusen.

but.

The Directors Guild really has an obligation to protect the rights of its members.

then.

The task of asking for salary from Boss Jia fell on Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng was also in a dilemma.

did not expect.

After making movies for so many years, he now has an additional job: debt collector.

But Boss Jia is still quite generous for the time being.

Although he knew that Chen Cheng came to collect debts, he still received Chen Cheng warmly.

And before Chen Cheng could say anything, Boss Jia started complaining about Wu Yusen.

"What big director are you talking about?"

"Before filming, they promised me that the box office for both movies would be at least NT$10 billion. Now, I see, I'm afraid that both movies will not even make NT$3 million."

"Chen Cheng, do you know that we invested 4 million in The Crossing?"

Chen Cheng was also a little embarrassed.

I had no choice but to say, "Boss Jia, movies are unpredictable."

"Yeah, it's hard to say. But we can't say for sure how much he'll be paid for the film either."

"Boss Jia, you are the big boss, there is no need to hold back Director Wu's pay. No one wants The Taiping to fail at the box office."

"Okay, let's give you some face. We can't give you the salary we promised before, so let's give him a 7% discount based on his previous market price."

"Okay, I'll discuss it with Director Wu."

Chen Cheng did not refuse.

It’s great to have such a situation.

At least.

You can also get some film remuneration.

But Boss Jia is not particularly concerned about this matter.

After reaching a consensus with Chen Cheng, Boss Jia extended an olive branch to Chen Cheng: "Director Chen, I have always admired you. You know, I contacted you before contacting Wu Yusen. Is there a chance for cooperation in the future?"

"Easy to say, easy to say."

Chen Cheng neither refused nor agreed.

It’s better to keep a distance from people like Boss Jia.

……

"President Chen Cheng, thank you very much."

A few days later.

Wu Yusen received the film remuneration from LeTV.

Wu Yusen also made a special call to Chen Cheng.

On the phone, Wu Yusen sighed with great emotion.

Chen Cheng exchanged a few polite words with Wu Yusen and then hung up the phone.

An era has passed.

The era of Hong Kong directors has also passed.