Huayu: Enjoy Yourself

Chapter 98 China Film Group (Please subscribe!!)

The years do not live, the seasons flow.

When Chen An returned with Jiang Wen, it was already the end of April. Almost two months had passed since their return, which was quite a journey.

The film is still in production, and I should go see it myself.

I didn't run into Han Sanping; he's very busy about to take up his new post and isn't at the factory.

I stayed for two days, and after seeing that the post-production was pretty good, I left. I'll come back to take a look after the rough cut is done, and then see how to make changes.

When I went to see Uncle Ge, he had already recovered and was back to normal.

Lying on the rocking chair in the yard, swaying back and forth, he was quite relaxed.

Chen An was the same; he was busy for a while and then had some free time.

Back in his home where he was all alone, everyone around him was a big star with a constant stream of film offers, while Chen An, the big boss, was doing nothing.

They just slack off all the time.

It wasn't until May that Han Sanping officially joined the company as the vice chairman of China Film Group, thus taking control of most of the power of this massive conglomerate.

He has complete control over both the production process and the distribution channels, so being called the vice chairman is actually the chairman of the board.

He was beaming with joy as he participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for his new job, and appeared very happy in front of the reporters' cameras.

This behemoth, the largest in the Chinese-language film and television industry, has officially begun operation.

He may not be the highest earner, but he is definitely the most influential.

After officially taking over, Han Sanping's goal was to vigorously develop the market and make it prosper.

This is one of the reasons for the merger and establishment of China Film Group.

Chen An also attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the other party's promotion. At the ceremony, he met Yu Dong, the former top general under the other party.

He was a chubby young man whose eyes narrowed into slits when he smiled, giving him a rather simple and honest appearance.

The other party took the initiative to find Chen An. "Director Chen, it's nice to meet you. I'm Yu Dong. I used to be an employee of Beijing Film Studio. It's a pity we haven't met before." He came over with a smile to greet him and handed him a business card.

The business card of Beijing Berna Cultural Exchange Co., Ltd. includes the other party's contact information and the founder's name, Yu Dong.

"Hello, Mr. Yu. I've heard so much about you. You're Han Dong's top lieutenant, but I've never met you before." Chen An took the business card and shook hands with the other party with a smile.

I had heard of the other party's reputation before, and as the founder of Berna, one of the media giants like fiber optics, I naturally knew about him.

In my past life, many record-breaking films were promoted by this seemingly harmless man.

I'd like to learn from their methods of issuing [the product/service].

"Why did you resign, Mr. Yu? Han Dong was just promoted and you quit?" Chen An asked, pretending to be curious, even though he knew the reason.

Yu Dong smiled and then slowly said, "I'm not afraid of being laughed at by Director Chen. The group has been established, but my position is gone. I thought I might as well go out and try my luck. I hope Director Chen will take good care of me in the future."

"I believe there will be opportunities for cooperation, Mr. Yu." Chen An did not refuse; the other party was a capable person.

Besides Han Sanping's care, his own talent and hard work also contributed to the company's growth.

"Thank you so much, Director Chen. Thank you so much." Yu Dong happily shook Chen An's hand and expressed his gratitude.

As Han Sanping's protégé, he naturally knew that the other party had a close relationship with his former leader and was a potential partner.

The circle is only so big. After meeting Yu Dong, Chen An unsurprisingly ran into the Huang brothers.

Not only them, but most of the so-called Beijing circle came, whether they were actors or directors.

They just didn't get involved with Chen An; these people were also divided into factions.

People's Art Theatre, Beijing Film Studio, and those other students from the compound.

Chen An stands out among them. He is not familiar with the Beijing People's Art Theatre, and at the Beijing Film Studio, he only associates with Han Sanping. Among the disciples of the compound, he is only familiar with Jiang Wen.

Overall, he still belongs to Han Sanping's faction.

However, Chen An didn't care much and didn't want to get involved, since they couldn't really connect.

The only ones who came over to chat with Chen An were the two Huang brothers. "It's been a long time since we've seen Director Chen. We heard you went to Hollywood and have already filmed a movie. You're truly talented."

Wearing glasses, Wang Zhongjun smiled and congratulated Chen An.

"I can't compare to Mr. and Mrs. Huang. Director Feng's film was a huge success last year, so I imagine this year's one won't be any worse. I'll congratulate him in advance." Chen An didn't care about the praise but instead congratulated the other party.

After Chen An went to Hollywood, Feng Xiaogang's second trilogy, "Be There or Be Square," unsurprisingly became a huge success, and the name of Feng's comedies officially became famous.

Huang Zhongjun continued to wave his hand with a smile, "How can that be compared? Xiaogang's two films, let alone three, can't compare to the success of Director Chen's one film. What kind of great success is that?"

"That's right. If we have the opportunity to work with Director Chen, that would be the greatest success for my brother and me."

Although it's unclear what the two brothers are really thinking, they openly shower each other with praise.

If "My Sassy Girl" can make a fortune even from just a sip of soup, it's truly enviable.

"We only collaborated once this time, both of us invested in director Jiang Wen's film, and I even went over to help with the filming."

Chen An expressed interest in cooperation? We just cooperated once.

"Director Chen is really joking. I was referring to the movie that Director Chen directed himself, if the two of us brothers could come and help out." Huang Zhongjun remained the same as before, seemingly unconcerned about Chen An's joke.

"I'm also looking forward to working with the two Mr. Huangs, but unfortunately we don't have any plans to shoot a new movie yet. All the company's artists have to go out and find work," Chen An said with a serious expression.

Huang Zhongjun didn't mind and continued, "Then I will continue to look forward to working with Director Chen."

Chen An didn't say anything more, he just nodded.

After a brief chat with Han Sanping, Chen An also left.

I got into the car and went back to the company with Li Xiaoping.

"Sister Xiaoping, the company is starting to expand its distribution channels. I received a notice that private companies will be allowed to distribute their products. We need to ask you to help us out." Chen An said to Li Xiaoping, who was sitting in the car.

Li Xiaoping nodded. "It was Han Dong who notified me, so I'll continue to expand the company's recruitment."

"That's right, you can ask the major film studios if any of their employees have left and if they'd be willing to come over."

With the opening of the private sector, in addition to the entry of capital, many people from the original film studios naturally left.

Yu Dong is not an isolated case; he is just exceptionally successful.

These are all veterans who have worked in this industry for a long time. They know the industry inside and out, so they are naturally valuable. Among them are quite a few elites.

"When will you apply for a publishing license?"

"I'll wait for Han Dong to inform me before we talk about it. After all, the news hasn't been made public yet, and finding out the distribution channels is the priority right now."

"Okay, I'll get started on it as soon as possible. I'll be busy again."

"Haha, then I'm sorry to trouble you, Sister Xiaoping. You're the expert in this area, and I feel more at ease leaving it to you."

Chen An could only laugh it off and apologize for the employees' complaints.

"Should we further divide the departments into more specific parts for better operation and management?"

"Let's revise it a bit, divide it into departments, and I'll go back and put together a plan for you later."

"Director Chen, do we really want to develop in all aspects? I feel it's very difficult."

Li Xiaoping was somewhat worried; Chen An's behavior was already quite obvious.

Not only would they be responsible for film production, but they would also be involved in distribution, forming a complete film and television company—this would be a massive undertaking.

"We'll take it one step at a time. We're determined to grow bigger and stronger. We can't let this opportunity slip by."

Chen An has not yet told the other party that he plans to set up a cinema chain later.

A behemoth integrating production, distribution, and release.

(End of this chapter)