Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

"cheers!"

"Director Zhou, I'll toast to you."

The wrap party was as lively as ever, especially for the main actors, who were all extremely excited.

Although we have been traveling around for location shooting these days, especially in Yinchuan, the environment is still very harsh and everyone is very tired.

But when we think that "Painted Skin" has taken the most important step, everyone is filled with endless longing and yearning.

This is Director Zhou’s first purely commercial blockbuster!
You have to know that Director Zhou’s “Hearing Girl” has broken 100 million yuan, so “Painted Skin” is not just about breaking 100 million yuan, everyone has high expectations.

Aiming for 200 million.

Looking at the entire Chinese entertainment industry today, although breaking the 100 million mark is still an insurmountable mountain, at least a few movies have achieved that mark.

Can it exceed 200 million?

There is really only one movie called "Hero" by Zhang Guoshi in 02.

Since then, Zhang Guoshi's own "House of Flying Daggers", Stephen Chow's "Kung Fu", including the most anticipated "The Promise" a while ago, have all failed to achieve the same level.

If "Painted Skin" breaks 200 million...

My goodness! When everyone thought of this, it became increasingly difficult for them to remain calm.

Of course, now that "Curse of the Golden Flower" has been hyped up to the sky, everyone thinks it should not be difficult to break 200 million.

I just don’t know which one will be released first, “Painted Skin” or “Curse of the Golden Flower”.

But it doesn’t really matter which movie is released first, as long as it’s not a head-on collision between the two.

I believe Director Zhou would definitely not do such a brainless thing.

What is the current situation in summary?
In the eyes of the entire industry, "Curse of the Golden Flower" is a super monster, and all other movies have to avoid it or they will die miserably.

In the eyes of the main creators of "Painted Skin", even "Painted Skin" is no exception.

It is definitely not as good as "Curse of the Golden Flower".

Of course, what they don’t know is that in Zhou Qing’s opinion, “Painted Skin” is actually not inferior to “Curse of the Golden Flower” at all.

"I had only heard of Director Zhou before, but now that I've actually worked with him, I'm convinced. No wonder Director Zhou's movies have such high box office sales, his level is truly beyond reproach."

Hu Jun's voice rang out, it was so powerful and deep, and his manly aura could not be suppressed.

The other party raised the wine glass in his hand with a serious look on his face, "I hope I can have the opportunity to work with Director Zhou again in the future."

"Okay, okay. Senior Brother Hu Jun, you are too kind."

Zhou Qing picked up the wine glass and clinked it lightly with Hu Jun's.

"It's over. You've said everything I wanted to say. What did I say?"

Zhou Xun, this acting genius, looked so realistic in his expression that Hu Jun beside him couldn't help but shake his head and laugh.

"Director Zhou has already asked you to act twice, and you're still acting like a good kid after taking advantage of me?"

There was also a burst of laughter at the scene, and the atmosphere was very joyful.

After eating, drinking, chatting and laughing, the wrap-up party came to an end unknowingly, and people left in twos and threes.

In the end, only three classmates were left: Zhou Qing, Zhu Yawen and Liu Yifei.

They looked at each other, and all of them felt as if they were in a different world.

We were all very good friends, who would have thought that we would work together to make a movie in the future?
One of them is the director and the other two are actors. This is really amazing.

"In one month, we will graduate."

Zhu Yawen couldn't help but mention such a topic.

It's May now, and graduation season is coming soon.

Time flies so fast, and now it’s time to leave school and go our separate ways.

But for Zhou Qing, it was a little different.

He is a top director and has his own studio.

It's just an extra degree, there's not much difference.

Even Zhou Qing has to continue studying as a graduate student in school.

But for ordinary acting students like Zhu Yawen, they really need to start looking for a way out and make plans for the future.

Fortunately, Zhu Yawen is lucky to have a roommate like Zhou Qing, and the two have a very good relationship.

"You said you would sign me after graduation, but I've been waiting."

Zhu Yawen had no scruples and directly reminded Zhou Qing.

"What's wrong with your nagging tone? I didn't say I wouldn't sign you. It's fine now."

Zhou Qing smiled and gave Zhu Yawen a clear answer.

Zhu Yawen then breathed a sigh of relief and a smile appeared on his face.

"Forget it, I'll just wait until graduation. I guess I'll be super busy this month."

Zhu Yawen shook his head.

There is both the graduation thesis and the graduation drama, and the filming has taken up a lot of his time, so he really needs to prepare well.

"What about you, Xixi? You should also stay in school for a while, right?"

Zhou Qing turned his gaze to Liu Yifei on the side.

Like Liu Yifei and Zhu Yawen, she also needs to prepare well for graduation.

"That's right. I can't go to Sony for the time being. I can only train in Beijing first and then prepare for the graduation exam."

Liu Yifei nodded, and the answer she gave did not surprise Zhou Qing.

When the two of them said this, they looked at each other, and a smile flashed in their eyes.

A tacit smile that only each other can understand.

Since the girl stays in the capital, the two of them can naturally meet often.

This is of course a good thing.

"Director Zhou."

After returning to the studio, Director Chen knocked on Zhou Qing's office door immediately.

All the major and minor matters that happened during the filming of Painted Skin were reported to Zhou Qing in detail.

Zhou Qing communicated with him in detail and had a clear idea of ​​everything.

"By the way, Director Zhou, our newly signed Zhao Liying is in the studio. Do you want me to bring her to meet you?"

Finally, Director Chen made another proposal to Zhou Qing.

This Zhao Liying was personally selected by Director Zhou. Although Director Chen has not found any outstanding qualities in her, he still believes in Director Zhou.

Director Chen had doubts when Director Zhou signed Huang Bo and Wang Baoqiang.

After all, from a conventional perspective, these two people are indeed a bit too "weird".

There is absolutely no potential to become popular.

But what is the truth?

Both of them became famous.

Especially Wang Baoqiang, he is even more amazing.

As soon as he signed the contract, he starred in Feng Xiaogang's big drama, and became famous for his role as Sha Gen.

The drama he starred in later, "The Counterfeiter", also won the ratings championship!
It’s incredible to think about.

Therefore, Director Chen will no longer have any doubts about any decision made by Zhou Qing.

Just implement it resolutely.

"Bring it here for me to see."

Zhou Qing nodded and agreed readily.

Zhao Liying was signed by Director Chen during the re-selection stage of Yahu Star Search, which was only the end of March.

Now it's early May. It means Zhao Liying has been in the studio for more than two months before she finally has the opportunity to meet the boss.

It is also worth mentioning that the Yahu Star Search event ended in late April.

Feng Xiaogang was indeed planning to sign Zhao Liying at that time, but he found out that Zhao Liying had already been snatched away by someone else!

However, when Feng Xiaogang found out that it was Zhou Qing who signed Zhao Liying, he was still very surprised.

To be honest, Xiao Gangpao never expected that Zhao Liying could actually win Zhou Qing's favor.

In Feng Xiaogang's opinion, Zhao Liying's conditions were just so-so, and he didn't take her seriously at all.

Otherwise, why would the other party just let it go and ignore everything after joining Huayi?

"Director Zhou!"

Soon, a young, beautiful and sweet girl came in front of Zhou Qing. It was Zhao Liying, who was only 18 years old.

But Zhao Liying's body was stretched straight, and she looked very embarrassed and nervous.

You have to know that this is the top director in mainland China, Director Zhou Qing.

It is no exaggeration to say that this person is a giant standing at the top of the entertainment industry pyramid.

This is a top-level existence that grassroots people like Zhao Liying can only dream of and have no chance of getting in touch with.

Zhao Liying really didn't expect that one day she would be favored by such a person.

When Director Chen found her and offered to sign her, Zhao Liying thought she was dreaming!
Of course, besides being nervous, Zhao Liying was more excited, the kind of excitement that made her blood boil.

Being signed by such a top director, won’t I be able to take off in the future?
"Liying, sit down. Are you used to staying in the studio these days?"

Zhou Qing greeted Zhao Liying in a gentle manner.

Zhao Liying suddenly felt flattered.

This legendary Director Zhou is really approachable.

Zhao Liying's nervousness was relieved a lot and she became more excited.

Zhou Qing simply chatted with Zhao Liying, which was considered an informal meeting, and then sent her away.

However, Zhou Qing actually already had an idea about Zhao Liying's arrangements.

Since this person is already a contracted artist under his company, he would definitely help him if there is a suitable role.

But to be honest, Zhao Liying’s current conditions are not that good. Her appearance is okay, but just pretty good.

It's not that outstanding.

Apart from that, his acting skills are a blank slate, just zero. Such a starting point is definitely not acceptable.

So Zhou Qing planned to hire a training teacher for Zhao Liying and train Zhao Liying's acting skills from scratch.

After all, Zhao Liying and Wang Baoqiang are different.

How many talented players like Wang Baoqiang are there in the entire circle?
Wang Baoqiang does not need special acting training, but Zhao Liying definitely needs it.

After briefly discussing Zhao Liying's affairs, Zhou Qing began to think about the post-production of Painted Skin.

For a movie like "Painted Skin", post-production is quite troublesome, especially since it contains some special effects.

That means we have to find a dedicated special effects team in the later stages.

As for special effects, to be honest, the current level in China is still extremely limited.

The three top special effects teams in the country, Tiangong Yicai, Viewpoint Films and Novartis Vision, have not yet been established.

So Zhou Qing didn't plan to spend so much effort to find a new one, and just use the original "Painted Skin" team.

As far as I can remember, the special effects of "Painted Skin" were made by two teams, Lingdong Light and Shadow and Jingcheng Zhongxian 3D.

I just don’t know if these two teams have been established now.

However, the filming of Painted Skin was originally scheduled to start at the end of 07, so they probably wouldn't have hired two newly formed teams to do the special effects.

Zhou Qing remains optimistic about this.

"Director Chen."

This matter was handed over to Director Chen for implementation, and it was proved that Zhou Qing's guess was completely correct.

Both teams have been established for several years and both have extremely rich industry experience and technical team support.

Zhou Qing also went to investigate in person and personally tested the level of the two teams, and finally he was completely relieved.

It was decided to entrust the special effects of "Painted Skin" to these two teams.

So what about the later stages?
It’s still our old partner, Huan Tian Kong.

"Zhou Qing!"

"Our great director is back."

Back at the Beijing Film Academy, the 02 Acting Department, which had been empty, became lively again.

Most of the classmates who were working in filming industries outside returned to school. The reason was naturally the same: to prepare for graduation.

"It's not easy, I finally see you."

After playing with his classmates for a while, the deputy monitor Wang Jia came to Zhou Qing.

"It's not that easy to see me. Just come to my studio anytime. It's not far from our Beijing Film Academy."

Zhou Qing said to Wang Jia with a smile.

"You said it yourself. After graduation, I might really come to visit you. Just don't let anyone tell me you're not here."

Wang Jia played a joke on Zhou Qing.

But it’s not just a joke. After graduation, the relationship between classmates will really become distant.

By then, it would be hard to say whether top directors would recognize ordinary little actors like them in the entertainment industry.

"What you said is true. Whenever the squad leader comes, I will always give him a warm welcome and prepare a bed for him."

Zhou Qing just laughed.

"By the way, you are the best choice to direct our class's graduation play."

The two chatted for a while, and then Wang Jia said to Zhou Qing with a serious face.

With a top director like Zhou Qing around, it will be nobody else's turn to be the director. Who has the qualifications?
However, Zhou Qing waved his hand and refused without a second thought: "I would like to, but I really don't have the time. I have too many things to do."

"That's a pity, there's no one more suitable than you."

Wang Jia said with some regret, but did not try to persuade Zhou Qing any further.

After all, Zhou Qing is different from them now. He is a top director in mainland China, and "Painted Skin" has just been completed, so he should be very busy.

"Whether you or other students, come and sit with me whenever you want. I welcome you at any time."

After chatting with Wang Jia, Zhou Qing went to Wang Jinsong's place.

"The department has already decided that you are our outstanding graduate of Class 02. You should prepare your speech. It's almost time."

Wang Jinsong came up and told Zhou Qing the news.

Frankly speaking, Zhou Qing was a little surprised. After all, although he has achieved considerable success now, it is not as an actor, but as a director.

It is indeed a bit far-fetched to say that he is an outstanding graduate of the Department of Acting.

But there was one thing Zhou Qing overlooked.

Now he is the star of Class 02, and it is not an exaggeration to even say that he is the star of Beijing Film Academy.

If such a famous graduate is not recognized as an outstanding graduate, how can Beijing Film Academy convince the public?
"Me? I thought it was Yifei."

Zhou Qing spoke his mind truthfully.

Among the entire Class of 02 Acting Department, if we only look at the profession of actor, the most successful one is undoubtedly Liu Yifei.

The girl has become very famous even before she graduated, far surpassing any other acting students.

It can be called discontinuous.

The well-deserved first choice for outstanding graduates.

But since the department has decided to give him this place, Zhou Qing certainly has no objection. (End of this chapter)