Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

Chapter 91 Male and Female Host Selection

"Congratulations, Qingzi, for winning the Golden Bear in Berlin and bringing glory to your country."

Ning Hao, who had not been seen for several months, showed up again and sent a congratulatory message to Zhou Qing with an envious look on his face.

These are the three highest honors in Europe. Which director wouldn’t be jealous?

It’s a pity that this thing is really not something that ordinary people can get.

"Alright, senior brother, stop congratulating me. My ears are already callused from hearing it."

Zhou Qing smiled and waved to Ning Hao.

"Departures will be released on May 1, right? I have to study hard."

Ning Hao's words were definitely not a compliment, but his true thoughts.

The movie that won the Golden Bear is certainly worth studying.

Even Ning Hao was certain that when Beijing Film Academy screened films in the future, "Departures" would definitely be included.

"Then I would like to thank you in advance for the movie tickets."

Zhou Qing responded casually.

The two sides started arguing with each other.

Since we were familiar with each other and were all alumni of Beijing Film Academy, the atmosphere was naturally very good.

"When will you shoot your new movie?"

As both are directors, the two inevitably talked about this issue.

Zhou Qing did not hide it from Ning Hao: "The project has been launched and is being prepared."

Ning Hao's eyes suddenly lit up.

He was just asking casually, but he didn't expect to get some useful information out of it.

"It's already in preparation. Is it an art film or a commercial film?"

Ning Hao didn't ask about the specific situation, but he was still quite concerned about this issue.

"Commercial Film."

Zhou Qing gave Ning Hao the answer.

“You really made a commercial film.”

Ning Hao was a little surprised.

First the Silver Bear and then the Golden Bear. With Qingzi's current momentum, if he wins some more major European awards, he will be able to be on par with Master Zhang.

He couldn't imagine that such a great director would actually switch to the commercial film track.

It seems that what Qingzi said to me last time was not just nonsense.

"I said before, commercial films are the future."

Zhou Qing just smiled.

"I thought about it for a long time after I went back last time. I don't know how to choose what to shoot after "Incense".

"But I think you're right about one thing. What kind of people should I make movies for?"

When Ning Hao said this, his expression gradually became serious.

It seems that the other party has really thought it through.

Zhou Qing was still quite happy.

"Brother, have you decided what movie you're going to make next?"

Zhou Qing looked at Ning Hao expectantly.

"Actually, I came here to tell you this. You said before that you would invest in my next movie, and I took it seriously. You were not joking, were you?"

Ning Hao confirmed with Zhou Qing in a joking tone.

"Brother, what are you talking about? Just shoot whatever you want to shoot. I will definitely invest in it."

Zhou Qing gave Ning Hao a reassurance.

At the same time, he was also secretly guessing in his heart.

The film Ning Hao is going to shoot this time is probably "Crazy Stone", right?
"Don't agree so readily. My movie is not a small-scale movie like Incense. If I really shoot it, it will cost at least four or five million."

Ning Hao once again spoke solemnly to Zhou Qing.

"Four or five million, right? No problem, I can afford it."

Zhou Qing spread his hands calmly.

Ning Hao's face then revealed an extremely excited smile, and at the same time he felt indescribably moved.

Several million is no small amount!

This is true for everyone.

Qingzi agreed to invest without even asking what kind of movie it was. This trust almost made Ning Hao cry.

"I feel relieved when you say that. I'll go back to write the script." Ning Hao was already full of energy and was ready to go.

"What kind of movie are you planning to make this time, brother?"

Zhou Qing asked curiously.

"It's a crime comedy movie. I came up with the idea a few years ago and finished the first draft, but then I put it aside for various reasons."

"Now that you're so supportive, Aoko, I plan to film that story."

Ning Hao introduced Zhou Qing like this.

When Zhou Qing heard the introduction of "crime comedy", he understood more clearly.

It seems that it must be "Crazy Stone".

It’s not easy, Zhou Qing was very relieved.

Ning Hao, that guy, is finally back on the "right track".

"Who should I choose as the male lead?"

After Ning Hao left, Zhou Qing thought about this question again.

The male protagonist of "La La Land" is actually about the same age as the male protagonist of "Departures", both of them are from the young generation.

One of the most fatal shortcomings of the younger generation is that their acting skills are generally poor.

So after thinking about it this way, Zhou Qing doesn't have many options to choose from.

They are nothing more than: Liu Ye, Qin Hao, Duan Yihong, Liao Fan, Fu Dalong, Xia Yu, and Zhang Songwen.

Wait for these.

However, because "La La Land" is a romance film, the male lead must be good-looking.

So after choosing and choosing, Liu Ye and Qin Hao are still the choices. The other characters are indeed not as good.

As for Liu Ye and Qin Hao...

"Let's go with Qin Hao."

Zhou Qing finally made this decision.

The conditions of the two are actually similar, but it is better to use the familiar than the new.

Having worked with Qin Hao once, we will definitely have better chemistry when we shoot again, which saves us the hassle of getting used to each other in the early stages.

What's more, if I remember correctly, Liu Ye also starred in "The Promise" by the great poet Chen.

Although it is only a major supporting role, who knows if there will be any scheduling conflicts.

Since Qin Hao is also suitable, then just find Qin Hao.

As for the other characters, they are all just supporting roles, and there is not even one memorable supporting role.

Zhou Qing was too lazy to think about it and just let them all out for audition.

After making the decision, he didn't hesitate any longer and called Zhou Xun directly.

"Hello?"

Zhou Xun, who had just finished promoting "Baby in Love", was chatting and laughing with Huang Jue, Chen Kun and others backstage.

I heard my cell phone ringing, but I didn't pay much attention and just picked it up.

"Brother Xun, it's me, Zhou Qing."

I didn't expect to hear such a voice in the receiver.

Zhou Qing, Director Zhou!
Zhou Xun's originally cheerful face subconsciously became serious.

"Director Zhou, you are such a busy man, you finally remembered me."

The next moment, Zhou Xun politely greeted Zhou Qing, with uncontrollable excitement and anticipation in his eyes.

Director Zhou called me. Is he looking for me to film a movie?
Calculating the time, Director Zhou’s previous film “Departures” did take some time to shoot.

It's not impossible.

"Does Brother Xun have any schedule recently?"

After chatting with Zhou Xun for a while, Zhou Qing started to ask about serious matters.

"Yes, of course!"

Zhou Xun immediately said heavily.

What a joke. When a big director like Director Zhou asks me to film a movie, I have to stand aside no matter what the announcement is.

"Then Brother Xun, please take some time to come to my studio. I have a role to discuss with you."

Zhou Qing told Zhou Xun truthfully.

"That……"

Zhou Xun quickly thought about his schedule and said, "Director Zhou, how about I go over the day after tomorrow?"

(End of this chapter)