Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

According to the shooting plan made by Zhou Qing, the shooting period in Hollywood was actually not that long, only ten days.

There is no doubt that they are all outdoor scenes, and they are all key outdoor scenes.

For example, the area around the Golden Gate Bridge, and other scenes that are clearly iconic and recognizable.

In a nutshell, one can recognize at a glance that these are Hollywood exteriors.

Therefore, the early shooting was very fragmented, changing locations after each shot, and the shooting in each location could not last too long.

Especially Duan Yihong, it was like he was just checking in and taking a photo, and he only gave a few shots.

After all, Duan Yihong was really mysterious when he was recruiting the Four Knights in the early stages.

Wearing a hood and not showing his face, a quick glance is enough to whet one's appetite.

"Director Zhou, when I appear on stage these few times, is it better for me to bend over a little bit?"

"The main purpose of this character is to lay the groundwork. Maintaining a sense of mystery is the most important thing, and it must also form a clear contrast with the FBI identity on the surface."

"This way, when the identity of the 'mysterious man' is finally revealed, it will achieve an unexpected effect."

I have to say that Duan Yihong's professionalism is truly admirable.

Obviously, there are just a few shots without showing the face. If it were other people, they might not do it themselves, but would just find a stand-in or an extra.

But Duan Yihong conducted an in-depth analysis and had an in-depth discussion with Zhou Qing.

Although Zhou Qing’s directing and acting credits have already been fully tapped, his discussion with Duan Yihong was also very rewarding.

"I finally understand why so many directors like to use actors from the Central Academy of Drama."

Huang Xiaoming and several actors from Beijing Film Academy were watching with great admiration.

Putting aside other things, just look at his spirit of research, is it possible that he can't act well?

The facts proved to be true.

On the 5th, when it was Duan Yihong's FBI agent's turn to appear, he gave Huang Xiaoming, Huang Bo and others a big stun.

"Every unit prepares!"

"Clear the venue!"

"start!"

Following Zhou Qing's order, Duan Yihong, dressed in a suit and tie, made a grand appearance.

At this time, his eyes were full of sharpness, and his whole temperament was different from the previous few days.

Everyone, including Zhou Qing, was convinced that this was a smart and capable Asian FBI agent.

"Wait a minute, where did that stupid woman go?"

Duan Yihong kept looking around in the crowd while talking to his men.

This scene shows the Four Horsemen about to perform their second show, and Duan Yihong leading the team to arrange the capture of the Four Horsemen.

Of course, not all the scenes, just the exterior scenes.

The "silly woman" that Duan Yihong mentioned is actually his partner, Interpol Anna.

The assistant director gave a signal at this time.

Wan Qian, who had already been in position, walked over with powerful steps.

Joined up with Duan Yihong.

"Where have you been? Don't tell me you couldn't resist traveling once you got to New Orleans?"

Duan Yihong's eyes were full of mockery as he ridiculed Wan Qian mercilessly.

At this stage, he really disliked Anna, who was an Interpol agent.

"Don't you know that there are Chinese people everywhere here?"

Wan Qian didn't care and showed her heroic spirit.

"See that woman? She offered us a place to stay."

Wan Qian raised her head and gave Duan Yihong a sarcastic look in her eyes.

In this silent confrontation, both of them performed very well.

"Crack!"

"Pass!"

Zhou Qing, who was behind the monitor, also showed a satisfied look.

"Director Zhou!"

After a week of intense filming, Zhou Qing's shooting progress was interrupted by a phone call from Director Chen.

The company in Hollywood has been successfully registered.

Not only that, the other party has also completed the initial recruitment of personnel.

In other words, the basic framework has been set up.

As for the name of the company, it’s a bit tacky, Crown Pictures, chosen by Zhou Qing.

But the meaning is still good. After all, the crown symbolizes status, dignity, achievement, honor and other positive things.

Zhou Qing also hopes that his Crown Pictures will be as dazzling as a crown in Hollywood in the future.

"Director Zhou, you are currently filming a movie in Hollywood, right? That's great. When can you come and take a look at your new company?"

Director Chen asked Zhou Qing for his opinion.

"Don't worry about this for now. When does Summit Entertainment plan to sign the contract?"

Zhou Qing asked the other party about this question.

"They want it to be as quick as possible and have urged me several times."

Director Chen answered truthfully.

"Let's make an appointment with them on the 11th of this month and sign the contract at Crown Pictures."

Zhou Qing made the decision happily.

According to the current progress, the Hollywood scenes will be completed on the 10th without any problems.

By then, it won’t be too late for Zhou Qing to visit his new company and sign a contract with Summit Entertainment.

"understand!"

This matter was agreed upon so happily.

"Director Zhou, everyone is ready."

Seeing that Zhou Qing had finished his call, the assistant director came up to remind him.

Zhou Qing nodded, returned to the director's monitor and began his work.

Thanks to the fact that the actors are all very capable and the team behind the scenes are all Zhou Qing’s former team, they work together very well and are more efficient.

The entire shoot went very smoothly.

All the filming tasks in Hollywood were completed on the morning of the 10th.

"Crack!"

"Pass!"

As the last shot was completed, Zhou Qing announced something to everyone in the crew.

"Thank you for your hard work during this period. We completed the filming task half a day ahead of schedule."

"It's not easy for us to come to Hollywood, so I decided to give everyone a day off this afternoon and tomorrow."

"Everyone can go wherever they want to go. Gather together the day after tomorrow morning and we will head to Vancouver together."

There was immediate cheering at the scene.

Young people like Liu Yifei, Zhu Yawen, Wan Qian and others seemed more and more excited.

They are very interested in having fun in Hollywood.

Even an "uncle" like Huang Bo was very tempted.

Perhaps only Chen Daoming, who is really not young anymore, reacted so calmly to this.

After Zhou Qing announced the disbandment, he did not wander around, but returned to the hotel alone to rest.

As for the others?
That would be great fun.

Duan Yihong and Wan Qian disappeared soon and went to wherever they wanted to go.

After some discussion, Huang Xiaoming, Huang Bo and others decided that everyone from Beijing Film Academy should go out for a walk together.

Zhou Qing did not refuse this.

It’s been more than a year since graduation. Why not go out and have fun with classmates and alumni?
But the next day, Zhou Qing couldn't take care of anyone else.

He still has business to do.

The same is true for Liu Yifei. It is such a rare opportunity and the girl wants to be alone with Zhou Qing.

"Where are we going to play today?"

Liu Yifei came to Zhou Qing with great interest to ask for his advice. She actually had many places she wanted to go, and she had planned them all, so she wanted to take Zhou Qing to check in one by one.

"Today, I will take you to a good place."

However, Zhou Qing smiled mysteriously at Liu Yifei.

"Where?"

Liu Yifei blinked and stared at Zhou Qing, her curiosity completely aroused.

"You'll know when you go there."

Zhou Qing did not reveal it but kept it a secret from Liu Yifei.

"What kind of place is this? It's so mysterious."

“A place guaranteed to surprise you.”

Zhou Qing smiled coquettishly, and the atmosphere of suspense was maximized.

Liu Yifei was becoming more and more itchy because of Zhou Qing.

After simply dressing up, she excitedly followed Zhou Qing out.

"Aoko, Xixi, where are you two going? Together!"

Zhu Yawen was laughing and joking with Huang Bo, and when he saw Zhou Qing and the other guy coming out, he deliberately winked at them.

In the entire Class 02 Acting Department, he's probably the only one who knows the relationship between Zhou Qing and Liu Yifei?
"Yeah, Lao Zhu and I were wondering where to go, so we might as well just follow you guys."

Huang Bo also joked with a sly grin.

Huang Bo, a shrewd man, had also noticed some clues a long time ago.

"You two, get as far away as you can!"

Zhou Qing was too lazy to pay attention to these two guys and left with Liu Yifei openly.

"Director Zhou!"

Outside the hotel, Director Chen was already waiting there.

"Director Chen? You're in Hollywood too."

Liu Yifei was still a little surprised when she saw Director Chen.

Isn't this a senior executive of Zhou Qing Studio, responsible for all operations of the studio?

But filming has nothing to do with this person.

Liu Yifei glanced at Zhou Qing beside her, and a layer of fog had already covered her forehead.

"Let's go."

Zhou Qing just smiled complacently and didn't explain anything further to Liu Yifei.

If we start revealing the secret now, the sense of surprise will be greatly reduced, right?

"Director Zhou, please come in. Everyone is waiting for you."

The car went around in circles for who knows how many streets, and Director Chen finally brought Zhou Qing to the door of his Crown Pictures.

"It's a little bit crude."

After looking up and down at the storefront outside, Zhou Qing couldn't help but complain a little.

Compared with Zhou Qing's grand studio, this place is indeed a bit too rough.

But now that they have just started, Zhou Qing does not have so many requirements.

"Crown Pictures? Zhou Qing, why did you bring me to a film company?"

Liu Yifei beside her was even more confused.

Could it be that Zhou Qing was discussing business?

Does he have other collaborations in Hollywood?
"You'll find out when you go in."

Zhou Qing still smiled mysteriously without explaining anything further.

"This is the boss of Crown Pictures, Director Zhou Qing."

It was not until they entered and Director Chen introduced Zhou Qing's identity to the staff inside that Liu Yifei became stunned.

This company was actually founded by Zhou Qing!

Good guy!
Liu Yifei was almost a good guy.

Isn’t Zhou Qing’s move too big?
How could they quietly move their company to Hollywood?
"Hello, boss!"

The staff all greeted Zhou Qing in unison, the uniform voices that had been rehearsed in advance interrupted Liu Yifei's thoughts.

Zhou Qing smiled and nodded to some staff members: "Hello everyone, welcome to Crown Pictures."

Then came a bunch of high-sounding speeches, all chicken soup for the soul.

Although it has no practical significance, it is necessary.

"Okay, let's get to work."

After sending away the staff, Director Chen personally took Zhou Qing to visit the company.

It can be seen that the company is still in its infancy and needs to be improved in all aspects.

In terms of manpower and other aspects, it is currently just a makeshift team.

But cooperating with Summit Entertainment is more than enough.

"When will Mr. Figg arrive?"

After Zhou Qing had a general understanding of his company, he casually asked Director Chen.

"Eleven o'clock."

"I understand, go and do your work."

Zhou Qing sent Director Chen away and took Liu Yifei to his office.

"Zhou Qing, you really surprised me. You actually set up a company here."

Only then did Liu Yifei have the opportunity to express her surprise to Zhou Qing.

"Well, I told you it would surprise you."

Zhou Qing smiled very proudly.

"I'm not just surprised, I'm also frightened by you."

Liu Yifei told the truth and then asked, "But why did you set up a company here? Are you going to develop in Hollywood?"

As she spoke, Liu Yifei's eyes lit up.

With Zhou Qing's abilities, he would surely be able to make a name for himself even in Hollywood, right?
After all, Zhou Qing's battle record was indeed too impressive.

And he has also achieved success in Hollywood. "Painted Skin" and "127 Hours" both performed well at the North American box office.

"How could that be? It's just that we have some business here and it's more convenient to set up a company."

Zhou Qing shook his head and chuckled.

He may break into Hollywood in the future, but not now.

"Director Zhou, Mr. Figg and Ms. Meier are here."

While I was chatting with Liu Yifei, Director Chen came to remind me.

"Wait for me here for a while."

Zhou Qing greeted Liu Yifei and went to the meeting room.

"Director Zhou!"

"Mr. Figg, Ms. Meyer."

Several people greeted each other with smiles, as if the previous differences did not exist at all.

"Director Zhou, you shouldn't be a director. You should be doing business. You are a shrewd businessman."

Feige couldn't help but joke with Zhou Qing.

"You're right. Isn't Director Zhou the boss now?"

Mel laughed on the side, and several people at the scene also laughed out loud.

"Okay, let's talk about Twilight."

After finishing the nonsense, everyone started to get down to business.

Crown Pictures holds 51% and Summit Entertainment holds 49%. Both parties have no objection to this major premise.

However, there are still many details and terms to be determined.

The parties engaged in a heated debate, each trying their best to fight for their own interests.

After about half an hour, a result that was relatively satisfactory to both parties was reached.

Swish swish!
It was not until this time that Zhou Qing signed the agreement with Fegemel.

The matter of "Twilight" is finalized. (End of this chapter)