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After arriving in Beijing from Jiangcheng, Tang Jinshan went directly to the Beijing Film Studio.

"Mr. Tang, these are some projects that our Beijing Film Studio is preparing to film."

In his office, Han Shanping, the director of Beijing Film Studio, had extremely mixed feelings.

How could he not know about Tang Jinshan, who has been making headlines in Hong Kong recently?

No one expected that he would return to the mainland and approach the Beijing Film Studio!

He previously invested 3600 million and 2500 million in two Hong Kong films.

They also donated 100 million yuan for disaster relief.

Mainland newspapers reported on it extensively.

He suddenly came here and said he wanted to invest in some mainland films, which stunned Han Shanping.

In addition to treating him with the utmost courtesy, he also notified his superiors.

Tang Jinshan looked at the list of projects.

"See You Again" is a work by Feng Kuzi.

Produced jointly by Beijing Film Studio and Forbidden City Film Group.

"Director Feng Xiaogang is a director who is very good at making commercial films. Last year, 'The Dream Factory' was made with a budget of 400 million yuan and grossed 3600 million yuan at the box office..."

Han Shanping explained.

He wasn't worried about Feng Xiaogang not being able to attract investment; it would be great if Tang Jinshan could invest in other projects.

There aren't too many areas where he has a funding gap.

Tang Jinshan is out of the running; it seems he's next year's box office champion.

It's not that he doesn't want to make money.

However, with a budget of eight million for "Be There or Be Square", after various profit sharing, the final amount that came into our hands was not much.

Compared to the system refund, it's not worth it at all.

He continued looking at other projects.

Postmen in the Mountains

The film, a co-production between Beijing Film Studio and Xiaoxiang Film Studio, tells the story of a postman in a remote area.

It is said that only one copy of this movie was sold in mainland China.

Meanwhile, in Japan, the box office reached 8 million yen, which is more than 5000 million yuan after converting the exchange rate.

However, this has nothing to do with the production company, because the copyright was sold for $6.

This movie is a must-see, and we can't let the Japanese get away with it.

Even based on the film industry's one-third revenue split theory, they could still make a fortune.

It offers a return that's five times higher than the system's!

"This is a project of Xiaoxiang Film Studio. They couldn't find any investment, so they came to us for help."

Han Shanping said.

"How much investment is needed for this movie?"

Tang Jinshan asked directly.

"We'll take whatever we can get. We have to film on location in many places, so it'll cost at least two million."

"Live-action filming is great! Stories like this that are meaningful should be filmed properly. That's the spirit of cinema. I'll invest then. Is three million enough?"

"Three million? That's enough. On behalf of Xiaoxiang Film Studio, I thank you for your help!"

Han Shanping said, moved.

I never expected Tang Jinshan to come to my door today; he's serious.

He originally planned to seek investment from higher-ups or other people, as much as he could get.

As it turned out, Tang Jinshan resolved the issue with a single move, and he was quite generous.

"If it's not enough, I'll add more later. Making a good movie is the most important thing."

People who are used to being poor will become very frugal.

Tang Jinshan wasn't worried about wasting funds.

Perhaps compared to directors in Hong Kong, mainland directors are much more likely to trigger a tenfold return.

Perhaps I should focus more on the mainland!

"That's right, that's right. I greatly admire Mr. Tang's sincerity!"

Han Shanping had long lost his usual domineering demeanor, and his face was beaming with joy.

Good luck is on my side today!

Today's harvest was plentiful, Tang Jinshan continued reading.

"The Birth of a Nation" has a budget of 1100 million.

"This is a film made to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the founding of our nation, telling the story of our predecessors developing the atomic bomb..."

Han Shanping continued his introduction.

This is a task assigned from above, and it must be done well; there is no room for carelessness.

The entire Beijing Film Studio has been talking about this recently, and it's also what he most wants to attract investment for.

Although there will be financial support from above, some gaps still need to be covered by ourselves.

"Okay, I'll invest in this project."

Tang Jinshan immediately fell in love with the script.

"what……"

Han Shanping, who was still trying his best to persuade Tang Jinshan, was suddenly stunned.

He wondered if he had misheard?

Tang Jinshan made the decision so easily regarding such a large sum of money?

"This film is a joint investment by our Beijing Film Studio and the Movie Channel. We can apply for some funding from higher authorities. Mr. Tang, if you'd like to invest..."

"It's okay, I've already voted for all of them. It's only right to contribute to the country's film industry."

Tang Jinshan waved his hand and said with great enthusiasm.

"Moreover, since it is a tribute film for the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, it must be of the highest quality. Ten million is too little, isn't it?"

So, I'll invest 30 million for now, and it would be best to find a location for on-site filming to showcase the grandeur of an atomic bomb explosion and create that kind of shocking effect.

Set construction, live-action filming, special effects—don't skimp on the necessary expenses.

Tang Jinshan has high expectations for this movie.

Classics deserve this kind of treatment—to be made even better than before!

"..."

Han Shanping was completely numb.

Today he finally saw what it meant to be rich and powerful!

Last year, when Beijing Film Studio invested in "The Dream Factory," he talked until his mouth was dry before finally managing to come up with one million yuan.

In "Postmen in the Mountains," the old buddies from Xiaoxiang Factory almost cried trying to attract some investment.

They wouldn't ask you for help unless it was extremely difficult.

Now, Tang Jinshan thinks that a movie with a budget of 1100 million yuan is too low to be made well.

It doubled!

He finally understood what it was like when Tang Jinshan invested 3600 million and 2500 million.

With such extravagant spending, no wonder he donated 100 million!

Compared to that, my money really does seem like "small change".

However, since Tang Jinshan's film company is based in Hong Kong, he must go through China Film Co-production Corporation if he wants to invest in films in mainland China.

The authority is with them.

In fact, the establishment of China Film Group is already underway.

The decision was made to merge the original eight companies: Beijing Film Studio, China Film Corporation, China Film Co-production Corporation, China Film Equipment, Movie Channel, Children's Film Studio, Beijing Film Processing and Video Studio, and Huayun Film & DVD.

He is the core figure after the group's merger, in charge of film production, business restructuring, asset integration, and reform of the property rights system, among other things.

With the film commemorating the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China next year, plus various internal affairs of the Beijing Film Studio, he is extremely busy.

Tang Jinshan's arrival made him feel that all the pressure had disappeared!

Not long after, the leaders from the optoelectronics company also arrived.

When they learned that Tang Jinshan had invested 30 million yuan in "The Birth of a Nation", they were incredibly enthusiastic.

She quietly gave Han Shanping a thumbs up.

Factory Director Han's abilities are undeniable; keeping Tang Jinshan, this wealthy man, in the factory today is a great achievement!

Han Shanping simply shared the good news with the movie channel and the cooperating production studio.

Later, even the cultural affairs department sent people.

Everyone gathered together to warmly welcome Tang Jinshan.

Chen Guoxing, the director of "The Birth of a Warrior", also came.

Seeing Tang Jinshan was incredibly exciting.

"Hello Mr. Tang! Thank you so much! Thank you for your support of domestic films!"

Chen Guoxing warmly shook hands with Tang Jinshan.

Tang Jinshan's unusually young appearance also surprised him.

"Hello, Director Chen."

Tang Jinshan smiled politely.

Chen Guoxing previously directed "Kong Fansen" and is a very talented director.

At the dinner table, everyone enjoyed themselves and quickly reached an agreement.

It wouldn't be good if Tang Jinshan invested the entire amount. They would try their best to apply for funding from higher authorities, and the movie channel and China Film Group Corporation would also contribute some.

The remaining funding gap will be filled by Tang Jinshan.

The banquet didn't end until evening.

Tang Jinshan was toasted by a bunch of people and was already drunk. Han Shanping arranged for someone to take him back to the hotel.

Han Shanping, however, was not idle.

With sufficient funding, "The Birth of a Nation" can finally move forward with the project.

He also had more information about Tang Jinshan collected.

The next day, he put down his work and went to visit him in person.

Tang Jinshan, being from the south, is not a good drinker and got very drunk yesterday, so it's necessary for him to take care of him.

This is the God of Wealth.

Even later, when China Film Group was established and expanded into the film market, it may have needed the assistance of investors like Tang Jinshan.

Finding a film investor isn't easy these days.

Now that I've entered the core of the group, many people are watching me, and I must achieve something to convince them.

Tang Jinshan was awakened by the knocking on the door.

When he opened the door, he saw a stranger.

"Hello Mr. Tang, I am Zhang Pimin, the director of Xi'an Film Studio. I apologize for bothering you."

Zhang Pimin wore a warm smile.

Next year marks not only the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, but also the 80th anniversary of the May 3 Plus 1 Movement.

He also carries a heavy responsibility on his shoulders.

The funding required was so high that the tribute films for the May 5th Movement were all produced in collaboration with Beijing Film Studio and CCTV Movie Channel.

The task was still assigned by the optoelectronics company.

He's been in Beijing lately, and he's been worrying himself sick over this project.

As a result, he found out that Han Shanping, through some unknown connection, had actually found Tang Jinshan to be an investor.

I heard that the funding for "The Birth of a Nation" has been secured.

He also brought together Chen Guoxing and leaders from the cooperating film studio, movie channel, and optoelectronics companies.

But I forgot about myself.

They're clearly protecting themselves!

Once he found out where Tang Jinshan was staying, he rushed over.

He's here to steal it!

"Hello, hello, please come in and have a seat!"

Xi'an Film Studio is also a major studio that has produced many excellent works.

Tang Jinshan has great respect for filmmakers like him.

Moreover, it was the factory director who personally came to visit.

After exchanging pleasantries, Zhang Pimin quickly explained his purpose.

"This time, we plan to make a tribute film about the Five Tear Movement, and we will explore it from both domestic and international perspectives..."

As he spoke, he showed Tang Jinshan a pile of documents in his hand.

And this film project is none other than "My 1919".

Tang Jinshan never expected that someone would come knocking on his door.

The mainland is indeed his lucky place!

"This movie has a great concept and is definitely worth the investment. How much money do you need?"

Tang Jinshan asked.

"this……"

Tang Jinshan's straightforwardness was unexpected, which made Zhang Pimin hesitate.

"My 1919" is aiming for a grand scale, and it will be filmed overseas, requiring a lot of historical restoration, which will require a huge amount of funding.

Otherwise, there would be no need to collaborate with Beijing Film Studio and CCTV Movie Channel.

Moreover, this movie has many twists and turns.

Originally, the script was intended to focus on Li Dazhao, but it was later revised to tell the story from Gu Weijun's perspective, with the core of the story revolving around the "Paris Peace Conference".

The total budget must be at least 30 million.

"Zhang Pimin, open the door! You dare to poach my people, but you don't dare to open the door?"

As the two were talking, Han Shanping's anxious voice came from outside.

He only received the message from the movie channel after he left the Beijing Film Studio.

Zhang Pimin inquired about Tang Jinshan and went to his door.

Han Shanping became anxious upon hearing this.

We can't let that money tree be dug up by that scoundrel Zhang Pimin!

He rushed over immediately.

I ran upstairs in one breath, still panting.

"Director Han, what brings you here?"

Zhang Pimin greeted Han Shanping with a warm smile.

These politicians are shameless.

The self-drying saliva was invented for them.

"Don't try to play dumb with me! You're trying to poach my employees, aren't you?"

Han Shanping immediately noticed the materials for "My 1919" on the table.

I was so angry I almost flew into a rage.

"How could I possibly poach your people, Director Han? Mr. Tang is a distinguished guest, you know!"

Zhang Pimin corrected.

Although we are about the same age, I only became the director of Xi'an Film Studio in 96.

He was transferred to the position of director of Beijing Film Studio in 94 and is about to take over China Film Group Corporation. His qualifications are completely different.

Perhaps only if the old factory director comes can we have a proper discussion with him.

"I'm not going to talk nonsense with you. President Tang has already decided to invest in 'The Birth of a Nation'."

Han Shanping said.

If Zhang Pimin messes this up, he'll make sure he can't go back to Xi'an!

How dare they poach people and steal money from my territory!

If I hadn't decided to come here on a whim, Tang Jinshan might have been tricked into going to Xi'an!

"Director Han, your Beijing Film Studio also has a stake in 1919, we can't just stand by and watch it die, can we? We should work together to accomplish something big first."

Zhang Pimin also reasoned with him.

"Eat your food one bite at a time, and do things one step at a time."

Han Shanping wouldn't listen to any of his reasoning.

"The Birth of a Warrior" was spearheaded by Beijing Film Studio, while "My 1919" was spearheaded by Xi'an Film Studio.

On what grounds did he hand over Tang Jinshan to Zhang Pimin?

"Uh, you two factory managers, you don't need to argue. Actually, I can invest in both movies."

Tang Jinshan interrupted their argument.

"..."

In an instant, the gazes of the two opposing men simultaneously fell upon Tang Jinshan.

"It's not a lot of money, I can still afford it."

Tang Jinshan added, "Moreover, I have an idea. I really like Li Dazhao, and the original story is also very good. Why not split it into two movies?"

Wouldn't it be more complete if we filmed both stories? Xi'an Film Studio filmed Gu Weijun's story, and Beijing Film Studio filmed Li Dazhao's story.

I can provide funding of 30 to 50 million for both films.

Tang Jinshan had plenty of money, so naturally he had to find a way to spend it.

I went to the Beijing Film Studio yesterday and only found two investment projects.

He hadn't heard of the rest of the movies.

It might be filmed but never released, and end up gathering dust in a warehouse.

It's unclear what the quality is like.

As a tribute film, its quality is certainly guaranteed.

The money will definitely be spent effectively.

"..."

Han Shanping and Zhang Pimin were stunned once again!

Tang Jinshan's wild ideas have left them completely baffled!

Even at this moment, no one thought he was serious.

Tang Jinshan emphasized it again before they came to their senses.

If it were really possible...

That's a great idea!

They wish they had more funding to make more movies!

The idea of ​​making two sports-themed films from the perspectives of Li Dazhao and Gu Weijun is incredibly appealing!

But can Tang Jinshan really come up with that much money?

They wouldn't feel at ease until the money arrived in their account.

But obviously, we can't ask them to pay right now.