Huayu: Enjoy Yourself

Chapter 12 First Encounter with the Legendary Mountain Eagle

Chen An had actually considered script selection many times; he hadn't considered commercial films for the time being. ☠👺 69𝕤Ĥ𝕌𝔁.Ⓒ𝓞Ⓜ 🎈🍮

Starting in 95, the domestic box office declined steadily, and apart from patriotic films, other films did not earn much at the box office.

Not to mention box office fraud, piracy is rampant. Movies that were released yesterday can be found today, though the picture quality is rather blurry.

It wasn't until 02, with the release of "Hero," that the domestic box office began to rise steadily, ushering in the era of commercial films. The film's box office of 2.5 million yuan accounted for a quarter of the total box office that year.

It's terrifying to even think about.

Therefore, unless he becomes a great director, Chen An will not consider commercial films.

Therefore, Chen An's goal has always been to create award-winning films.

And it can't be a film that won one of the Big Three awards, otherwise it would be a waste.

Firstly, I couldn't possibly have made it that well myself; secondly, I didn't think they would award Best Picture to a 19-year-old director.

After searching for a long time, Chen An finally picked out the script for "Run Lola Run".

The original film was nominated for the Golden Lion Award and grossed over 100 million euros at the European box office!

Moreover, it is an avant-garde film that breaks away from the original classic narrative structure and adopts a three-part narrative structure, which seems incredibly cool in this day and age!

I'm not upset that I didn't win an award. Anyway, it will be released in three years. Why not copy it? It's good for practicing and it's also classy, ​​belonging to the innovation category.

It is a film that combines experimental and entertaining elements.

More importantly, it is also a film about 'feminism,' which is just right for the current European version.

This perfectly matches Chen An's current conditions.

They even felt that touching the Best Director nominee wouldn't be difficult.

The film has approximately 1581 shot transitions and 71 minutes of moving shots, with each shot averaging 2.7 seconds long.

It hasn't become boring yet.

It's definitely the director showing off his skills.

Although Chen An isn't that amazing yet, the image is already in your mind, and he can still bring it to life for you.

Although Chen An admits that he is not yet at a high level in terms of visual aesthetics, color matching, and lighting.

However, these are not the main themes of this film, and Chen An is still confident.

This movie doesn't have many special effects; it mainly uses animation interspersed throughout. It's not a big special effect, so it's acceptable.

The important female lead, Chen An, has also made her choice, and she needs to find her older brother, Jiang Wen.

He wanted to take advantage of the fact that he hadn't yet gotten involved with his French woman.

Ning Jing wouldn't insist on marrying a foreigner no matter what.

It delayed my own filming.

After all, the female lead needs to have a sense of power, and Gong Li is the first choice that I can't afford. The investment wouldn't even cover her salary.

Thinking about what will happen next, I have to say that Brother Jiang is truly a womanizer.

After finishing the script, Chen An immediately took it to Dean Liu to take a look. He hoped that Dean Liu could recommend it to him.

"A pioneering experimental script?" Dean Liu asked Chen An, looking at the script in his hand.

Dean Liu immediately recognized it when he saw Lola run the second fastest.

"Yes, I want to try my luck with overseas lottery prizes. I've already secured the investment, so I've come to ask for your help."

"You're really bold, you just finished processing a short film and you're already thinking about processing a feature film."

"Even if we don't try, people are willing to invest."

"You decide for yourself. This script is not easy to film. You couldn't have filmed that mess you made last time."

Hearing this, Chen An grinned and said, "That's why I came to find you, wasn't it?"

"You really know how to find people, coming all the way to me. Since you've already come all this way, go straight to the Beijing Film Studio now, and I'll help you get in touch with Director Han."

"Okay, thank you, Dean. I'll be going now."

"Come on, hurry up. I'll help you this time. After that, you'd better stay in school and study properly."

Dean Liu looked at Chen An's grinning face and said irritably.

"No problem, I'll do as you say. I'll be going now."

After saying that, Chen An closed the office door and headed to the Beijing Film Studio with the script.

Since Lin Dajiang had already been told about the film's release, they definitely needed to find a production company. That's why Chen An specifically came to see Dean Liu.

After arriving at the Beijing Film Studio, Chen An waited in the lobby for more than half an hour before a staff member came.

He led Chen An into Han Sanping's office.

As soon as Chen An entered, he saw Zuo Shandiao, who was about to dominate the film and television industry.

She looked much younger than I remembered.

"Director Han."

Chen An, who had just entered the room, was the first to greet people.

"Brother Chen, please have a seat."

Han Sanping, who was sitting behind his desk, waved for Chen An to sit in the chair in front of him.

After Chen An sat down, he handed the script directly to him.

Han Sanping didn't say much, and picked up the script to read.

After reading it, he said to Chen An, "You've secured the investment? Planning to use it for the three major awards?"

"right!"

Chen An nodded.

"Alright, we'll handle the distribution and production, and we'll take 10%."

Han Sanping didn't bother with pleasantries and went straight to the point with Chen An.

"Sure, but you've already read the script. It'll be filmed on Hong Kong Island, so I hope Director Han can help out too."

"Of course, Dean Liu called personally, it seems he also has high hopes for Brother Chen."

"I don't deserve it, I don't deserve it."

"No, you've already chosen the female lead. I can talk to her for you if you need someone."

Chen An did not refuse: "My first choice is Gong Li, but I feel that her salary is more expensive than my movie. My second choice is Ning Jing. I plan to ask Jiang Wen to recommend her to me."

Hearing that Chen An already had an idea, Han Sanping didn't say anything more.

"Okay, I'll submit the script for you first. Just come find me when we start filming. I'll also help you if you need anything."

"No problem, thank you, Director Han. I'll be going now."

Take care.

Chen An got up and left, and Han Sanping did not try to stop him.

Once outside, Chen An couldn't stop sighing, realizing how difficult it was for private companies to make movies these days.

The employees still had to be paid, and the production was funded by the company. In the end, the company only received 10% of the revenue because of Dean Liu's influence.

No wonder people nowadays like to try their luck abroad.

Then Chen An found a place and made a phone call to Lin Dajiang.

After explaining everything, Lin Dajiang agreed, only saying that he would contact him again when work started.

After their conversation, Chen An went to find Jiang Wen.

He happened to be home with his younger brother Jiang Wu. Chen An thought it was a coincidence that the male lead had arrived!

As Chen An entered his courtyard, he saw the two brothers sitting at the stone table in the middle of the courtyard, with food and wine laid out.

It seems I arrived at the perfect time.

"Hey, what a rare guest! What brings you here to your brother Jiang's place?"

Upon seeing Chen An, Jiang Wen waved for Chen An to sit down.

Chen An plopped down, picked up a piece of food, and stuffed it into his mouth to eat.

After finishing his meal, he spoke up, saying, "I had something to ask you, and it just so happened that Fifth Brother was here too, so it was quite a coincidence."

"Looking for him? What's up?"

Chen An didn't hide anything, placed the script on the table, pushed it in front of Jiang Wu, and said:

"I'm asking you to lend me a female lead and a male lead. Coincidentally, Fifth Brother is here too. Let's see if you like them."

"Okay, I'll take a look."

Jiang Wu didn't refuse and picked up the script to read it.

Jiang Wen wasn't in a hurry to read it; once his younger brother finished, it would be his turn.

"Borrow a female lead? Who?"

"You only made one movie, who are you calling a liar?"

"Her? Okay, I'll help you get in touch with her, but if your script isn't good enough and she doesn't accept the role, don't come looking for me."

"No way, don't worry, my script is top-notch!"

After saying that, Chen An gave a thumbs up.

"Okay, I'll contact her for you. I'll see if your script is any good then."

"Then give it a try. Men don't say no. This role is tailor-made for me. If I could afford Gong Li, she would be the female lead."

"Keep bragging, we'll see just how amazing your script really is later."

After saying that, Jiang Wen went back to his room to call Ning Jing.

Jiang Wu was reading the script, and Chen An wasn't idle either, picking up some food and eating.

Then he went inside to get a cup and went out.

I poured some wine and sipped it slowly, little by little.

Jiang Wen, who had just finished his phone call, came out shortly after, and the two sat down together for a drink.

Jiang Wu was indeed reading the script non-stop.

I'm asking for anything. It's snowing back home, but unfortunately I can't post pictures right now.

(End of this chapter)