Entertainment 2000: Supporting female stars will bring you a hundredfold return

Chapter 96: Talents appreciate each other, Chen Hao's request
See the Hong Kong news.

Zhang Da Huzi immediately opened fire in the capital, blasting Jin Yong and Tang Wen:
"It was agreed that I would be the one to film Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils. Both parties were in the process of negotiating and it had reached the final stage. Suddenly someone jumped out and snatched the spot! What's going on?"

He was extremely angry!
He is the producer of the recently filmed Li Yapeng version of "Swordsman" and he has the final say over the entire crew.

The feeling of being full of vitality and power, with all the stars and directors trying to please him, is still vivid in my mind.

After the film was released, it was a huge success.

Producer Zhang was the most popular producer at the time.

In addition, Jin Yong only charged 1 yuan for the copyright transfer at that time.

Let them make a fortune!
However, after the filming was completed, Jin Yong felt that the changes were too big and complained about it during a speech to students at Yamanaka University.

When accepting media interviews, he also made it clear: "Ren Yingying has changed too much, almost like a prostitute."

Therefore, when discussing the adaptation rights of "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils", Jin Yong intended to control them.

There is a weak awareness of copyright in China now, and Zhang Da Huzi was not happy to pay the money. The two sides were arguing with each other, which gave Tang Wen the opportunity to intercept.

Tang Wen and Jin Yong did not respond at all, and the copyright transfer ceremony was held the next day.

The news broke.

Zhang Da Huzi jumped out again and shouted through the media:

"Jin Daxia, Director Tang, you don't follow business rules and don't keep your word. Please give an explanation to the audience, the media, me, and CCTV!"

Using a big banner to hide one's own tiger!

They brought out CCTV, the TV station behind them, to put pressure on Tang Wen and Jin Yong.

Neither of them paid any attention to him.

Tang Wen knew that he could not represent CCTV.

The crew of "Infernal Affairs" is making good progress in filming.

Given the fast pace of Hong Kong, if the film cannot be released in time for the Spring Festival, it can still be released during the winter vacation.

"Director Tang!"

"..."

Everyone in the crew knew Tang Wen.

At this stage, the Hong Kong crew is still arrogant, but it depends on who they are against.

For ordinary mainland actors, even famous ones like Hu Jun, their eyes are on the top of their heads.

But Tang Wen has money, connections and international status.

They behaved very respectfully.

Besides, the crew was invested by Tang Wen. If we really make Director Tang unhappy, we might have to leave.

Greeted the director and leading actor.

Gao Yuanyuan came over, took Tang Wen's hand, her face full of joy.

The crew was not surprised.

It is surprising that the actress Tang Wen specifically named for the role did not have a close relationship with him.

She has recently been staying at the princess’s house, and the two girls have been going out together and filming together.

"Give everyone a snack at noon!"

Tang Wen asked people to buy roast meat and roast goose, and every staff member got a portion.

Beijing.

Blue Star Entertainment held a press conference and officially announced that it had obtained the film and television adaptation rights for several of Jin Yong's novels.

It will be filmed over the next few years.

The rights to adapt novels into film and television are limited in time.

Generally speaking, the validity period is 5 years, and the buyer needs to complete the shooting within 5 years.

Seeing that the copyright issue has been settled, Zhang Da Huzi became anxious and jumped out to call out to Jin Yong:
"Mr. Jin, we have come to the end of the discussion. We just can't agree on the price. We will add more money if the difference is any! We want to join the deal and bid together with Director Tang!"

Seeing the news, Tang Wen smiled.

This guy really talks without thinking. What you said is just like pointing at Jin Yong's nose and saying that he loves money and that the deal fell through because you offered too little money.

Domestic media have some concerns.

His words were not interpreted properly.

Not as direct as Hong Kong media.

Jin Yong runs a newspaper in Hong Kong and is a veteran in the newspaper industry.

The serious print media gave up on saying anything too extreme out of consideration for their reputation.

Entertainment tabloids don't care about these things at all in order to attract attention.

News like "Jin Yong loves Jin and is treacherous" was spreading everywhere.

Jin Yong was furious. On the one hand, he sent a lawyer's letter to the tabloid, and on the other hand, he sought countermeasures from Tang Wen.

When people get old and have made enough money, what they care about besides their descendants is their reputation.

Jin Yong's children are low-key and worry-free, so he pays special attention to their reputation.

Tang Wen came to Hong Kong and stayed at the Conrad Hotel.

The two met in the hotel's reception room and chatted while eating.

Mr. Jin was moved by Tang Wen's sincerity in donating a building, buying copyrights, and spending real money.

But this cannot be said to others.

If we tell everyone about it, everyone in the world will know that Zhang Da Huzi is right.

Tang Wen understood this and had a solution, but he didn't say it.

Jin Yong had no choice but to speak first: "I can authorize Director Tang to publish your novel."

He was talking about "The Boy Here".

This is a fan work. Publishing it without the original author's authorization is a clear infringement.

“I never thought of publishing this novel.”

"It would be a shame not to publish such a wonderful secondary creation."

"You really love talents," Tang Wen said, "That bearded man Zhang in the north underestimated your character and thought you could be moved by money."

Jin Yong smiled and did not respond, but suggested that the manuscript of the novel be published tomorrow.

Tang Wen agreed, and "The Boy Here" could be published normally and could be adapted into a film or TV series in the future.

The money I spent on purchasing the copyright this time can be earned back from this book.

In the evening, Tang Wen received a call from Jingcheng: "Teacher, someone is looking for you?"

With CCTV behind him, Zhang Da Huzi is an influential figure.

Han Sanping said with a smile: "No, no one has ever blamed me for this matter."

For actor and director Zhang Da Huzi, a Jin Yong drama is a big deal.

Can change their careers.

To Mr. Han, it’s just a drama.

"If we get the rights to the adaptation, are you sure we can make it better than his?"

Tang Wen: "Teacher, I want to use his people."

President Han laughed: "You kid!"

The Hu Jun version of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils was directed by Zhang Da Huzi.

This is a large-scale, multi-plot drama.

It requires multiple directors to start filming at the same time.

Zhang Da Huzi invited four directors, two of whom were his right-hand men, one specializing in literary dramas and the other specializing in martial arts dramas.

The shooting was done very well.

Tang Wen reported the names of the four directors, and President Han waved his hand and said, "You don't have to show up. China Film will find them."

For such a big project, forget it if there is no chance.

Since there is an opportunity, China Film Group and Shanghai Film Group must get involved.

The next day, Jin Yong and Tang Wen held a joint press conference in the lobby of the Conrad Hotel.

"Excuse me, Mr. Jin Yong, how did Director Tang impress you?"

The Ming Pao reporter stood at the front and asked loudly.

The other reporters cursed inwardly and also waited for the answer.

Jin Yong did not hesitate and said decisively: "Talent!"

The reporters were in an uproar.

Before they could ask again, Jin Yong held up a book:

“The answer is this book, The Boys Here.

Director Tang loves my martial arts novels and wrote this fan work.

I asked Andy Lau to send it to me. As soon as I saw it, I couldn’t let it go! ”

He showed the printed first few chapters to the media and strongly recommended them.

This made reporters curious about the content of the book.

In short, it was because of this novel that Mr. Jin was moved by Tang Wen.

Without negotiating a price, it was decided to give the rights to adapt the novel into a TV series to Tang Wen.

What else can Director Tang say?

You know, just now, before the press conference.

Mr. Jin's publishing house signed a publishing contract with him.

Tang Wen received 35% of the royalties for The Boys Here, which is almost the highest share for a writer.

Therefore, Director Tang told the reporter in front of him with great certainty:
"Mr. Jin loves talents! He called me after reading the novel!

I learned that I wanted to adapt.

Mr. Jin didn't ask about any copyright fees at all.

Directly decided to give me the rights to adapt the novel."

This is a story about mutual appreciation between talented people.

However, the Hong Kong media did not believe it, and someone asked:
"So, how much did Director Tang Wen pay for the copyright in the end?"

Mr. Jin frowned and looked at Tang Wen with a hint of worry in his eyes.

Tang Wen smiled and replied: "Under my insistence, Mr. Jin collected a small amount of copyright fees!"

"Why isn't it free?" one reporter shouted.

Tang Wen restrained his smile and said righteously: "Copyright fees are a respect and recognition of the creative work of writers!
Mr. Reporter, just imagine this.

The manuscript you worked so hard to complete.

Would you feel good if someone else took it and used it?"

The reporter thought: Isn’t this a common thing?
I just feel really uncomfortable.

After the interview, Hong Kong media sent out articles one after another.

"The Youth Here" has not yet been published as a book, but it has already become famous.

Tang Wen arranged for Xia Tian to contact mainland publishing houses.

Royalties: 35%.

Jin Yong loves talents and gave the novel adaptation rights to Tang Wen.

It's a good topic.

Mainland media also reported on it.

In 2001, everyone's thoughts were simple.

I have great respect for talented writers and authors.

The collaboration between Tang Wen and Jin Yong is considered a good story.

Only Zhang Da Huzi was still complaining about the unfairness in front of the media.

They said this was a joke on CCTV and so on...

But there are almost no people who agree with his point of view.

Instead, many people on the Internet mocked: Jin Daxia and Tang Caizi are working together, how can you, a monster, object?
Zhang Da Huzi was very angry.

Two days later, his right-hand men came to visit.

Martial arts director Zhao Jian said: "China Film Group asked me to film, but I don't know whether I should accept it."

Yu Min quickly followed: "Looking for me too."

"Why hesitate?" Zhang Da Huzi felt strange and asked cautiously, "What play?"

"Uh, Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils."

"What?!" Zhang Da Huzi stood up suddenly: "This is too much, this is too much!"

You took my project and want to use my people?
Is there any reason?
Are there any laws?
What’s the difference between this and holding me down by force and stealing my car?
His old face turned red, and the two directors tried to persuade him for a while, but he felt quite embarrassed.

On one side is China Film Group, and on the other side is the old leader.

"How about we just turn it down? Just say we're too busy."

After the two men said this, Zhang Da Huzi finally calmed down.

After all, there was someone standing on his side.

Unexpectedly, two days later, the two directors came again, with troubled expressions on their faces.

He already had a premonition in his heart: "Someone is looking for you again?"

Zhao Jian said quickly: "Old leader, I really can't stand it this time. President Han of China Film Group and President Ren of Shanghai Film Group jointly sent us a cooperation invitation, and the leaders of the station also called us."

"Or is it Tianlongbabu?"

"Yes."

Zhang Da Huzi took a deep breath and said nothing more.

Not to mention that they can't handle it, I can't handle it either...

Two days later, directors Zhao and Yu announced that they would join the crew of "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils".

It is still early for filming to start, and what needs to be done is the preliminary preparation work.

The crew of "Infernal Affairs".

Tang Wen was sitting behind the monitor, and on the monitor was Chen Guanxi.

Brother Guanxi seemed to be still a little sleepy.

One shot was NGed several times.

Director Liu Weiqiang stood up and apologized to Tang Wen first: "Sorry Director Tang, I'll go for a while."

He walked up to Guan Xi and yelled, "Are you awake?"

Chen Guanxi's eyes widened.

Snapped!
Liu Weiqiang slapped him, and Guan Xige's sleepiness was blown away.

"Are you awake? That's good. All departments should prepare..."

Hong Kong’s style is so simple and effective.

What surprised Tang Wen was that Chen Guanxi, who was quite famous and came from a wealthy family, did not lose his temper.

The staff did not laugh. Everyone seemed to be used to it. After Director Liu returned behind the monitor, they immediately started filming again.

At lunch, Tang Wen gave everyone extra food as usual.

Liang Jiahui came over with a bowl of barbecued pork rice and said hello: "Director Tang! Thank you for inviting me to participate in this play."

In the play, he plays Officer Huang, a high-ranking member of the police department who sends Liang Chaowei to go undercover.

"You have great acting skills, who else should I choose but you?" Tang Wen had a good impression of this actor with many faces.

It's not just his acting skills that are good.

In the 80s, he went to the mainland to film a movie, but was banned by Taiwan and forced to write a letter of repentance.

Liang Jiahui insisted that there was nothing wrong with Chinese people filming in their own country.

In the end, he was banned and had no more movies to shoot, so he had to set up stalls for a few years.

Spent two days on the set of "Infernal Affairs".

On the first day, Andy Lau dragged him out for a drink, and on the second day, the princess dragged him out to play cards all night.

He just couldn't find a chance to eat Da Meiyu.

Tang Wen didn't stay any longer and returned to the capital.

After a short rest at my aunt's house, I went straight to Beijing Film Academy.

The filming of "Sex and the City" is about to start, and the third and fourth female roles need to be decided as soon as possible.

As for the four male protagonists, they are Chen Kun, Huang Xiaoming, male model Hu Bing, and teacher Zu Feng.

Chen Kun plays the male lead, and Huang Xiaoming makes a guest appearance as the second male lead.

In the Beijing Film Academy classroom, the audition time has arrived and there are quite a few people standing outside the window.

"Are there so many students in our school?" Tang Wen asked Zu Feng beside him.

"Not only our school, but also students from the Central Academy of Drama next door came. Not only the students are still here, but also those who graduated two years ago."

"How dare they compete with their junior schoolmates?"

Zu Feng shook his head: "You really don't know the sufferings of the world. When there is no play to perform, it is not shameful to compete with anyone. Besides, you are auditioning in person, who wouldn't want to meet you?"

Tang Wen said nothing more. He winked at Zhang Songwen who came to help, indicating that he could let him in.

The third female lead in "Sex and the City" is a workaholic who wants to donate a Hope Primary School to her hometown.

The fourth female character is a 19-year-old girl who is fond of Korea, Japan and computers in the play.

The audition content is the two of them acting against each other.

The first to come in were Zu Feng’s classmate Zhao Yali and Huang Xiaochu’s good student Hai Qing.

Both of them have great acting skills and can easily handle these two roles.

If there weren't so many people waiting behind, Tang Wen would have decided on them.

The next people to come in were Yao Chen and Yang Rui. Not much to say about the former, but the latter was from a junior college class, one grade higher than Tang Wen, and later played Zhong Ling in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.

Both of them performed well.

But Tang Wen didn't like Yao Chen, so it was almost impossible for him to choose her to act.

Then, Wang Luodan, Huang Shengyi, Ma Su and Yao Di appeared on stage one after another.

They are all freshmen. Their acting skills can’t be said to be bad, but they can also be said to be non-existent…

A few pairs of unknown classmates came to the Central Academy of Drama.

The only well-known ones are Gao Lu and Zhou Yun.

After finishing the interviews, Tang Wen was about to call it a day when he suddenly saw Zhou Yiwei at the door winking at him.

He was wondering.

Chen Hao from the Central Academy of Drama walked in dressed in red: "Director Tang, excuse me for interrupting you."

Chen Hao is already famous, so naturally he is not here to audition for the third female role.

After a few pleasantries, she explained her purpose: "I read the original comic of "Sex and the City" and really liked the popular character in it. I wonder if she has been cast? Can you give me a chance to audition?"

(End of this chapter)