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This is indeed the case.

The general said bluntly: "Of course it's because we took action."

Director Wei nodded as expected: "I guess so, otherwise it would not have been that result."

There was a group of people who opposed the introduction of the Varyag.

Of course, there will also be people who support the introduction of the Varyag.

These people will not hide behind the scenes forever.

Mr. Shao is the CEO of a securities company. Although his rank is not low, he is actually not a big shot in front of a powerful weapon like the Varyag.

Once the matter reaches the ears of heaven, it will become a fight between gods.

The gods from both sides must appear when they should.

Obviously, the gods on Mr. Shao's side are the navy and the senior officials who support the introduction of the Varyag.

They prevailed in the end.

"As for your question, Director Wei, about how President Shao received outside news while under investigation, it was our people who tipped him off. At the time, President Shao was under investigation, and the matter of importing the Varyag was handed over to one of his former subordinates. Later, this subordinate contacted someone from Formosa and even negotiated a price."

Director Wei's expression changed slightly.

"Have you agreed on a price?"

"Yes, the contract and the bill of exchange were both seen by Mr. Shao. A mysterious person gave them to him."

Director Wei looked at the general.

The general nodded calmly: "Our people."

Director Wei was moved: "Inside information provided by our people lurking on the other side?"

"Partly, there are many people involved. Director Wei, let me repeat, Mr. Shao is the one who has made the greatest contribution, but there are many others who are also contributing and sacrificing for this project."

Director Wei took a deep breath.

He was already able to outline the general framework of the matter in his mind.

We can also appreciate the intricate game among various parties surrounding the Varyag and the thrilling diplomacy of major powers.

This is not just Mr. Shao’s story.

Nor is it just a story about a great power's powerful weapon.

There are many unsung heroes.

"'Lush' version 2.0? A hero like Yu Zecheng?"

“This line was indeed used back then.”

The general did not deny Director Wei's speculation.

"Can this line be filmed?" Director Wei asked.

"Of course, we have already evacuated the people."

"That's good."

If the people had not evacuated, Director Wei would have chosen to hide this line, even if it would cause the plot to be incoherent.

But it’s impossible even if you think about it.

After all, Baodao almost bought the Varyag back then.

When the news finally leaks out, they will definitely conduct self-investigation.

So the people must have evacuated.

"General Shao wrote four reports back then. The Navy and National Security Bureau quickly passed these reports to the highest-level elders. They mobilized all their forces, allowing the supporters in the decision-making level to overwhelm the opposition and personally take over the Varyag.

“It turns out that our choice was not wrong.

"The introduction of the Varyag did not make our international diplomatic environment worse. Instead, the acquisition of the Varyag provided important assistance to our country's aircraft carrier and naval construction.

"Time has passed, and it's time to declassify the information and reward those who have made great sacrifices for this matter. Now it's time to receive the recognition they deserve.

"Director Wei, you can make this play into a TV series or a movie."

Director Wei pondered for a moment and said decisively, "I'll shoot with you."

"Ah?" The general and Boss Zhou were a little confused.

They didn't expect this.

Director Wei quickly made a decision: "This story spans a long time, involves many people, and covers a wide range of topics. It would be exciting enough as a movie, but it would definitely have to be cut. It would be a shame to just make it a TV series. I will shoot and edit two versions. One will be a detailed TV series, and the other will be a more compact movie."

Wang Jiawei can do this when filming "Fang Hua", so there is no problem for Director Wei to do the same.

And as Director Wei said, this story is rich and exciting enough.

Able to support two versions.

Of course, the general had no objection to Director Wei's decision.

"If that's the case, that would be the best. Director Wei, you're a professional in this area, so I'll follow your instructions. If you need any help, feel free to contact me."

Director Wei said without hesitation: "I'll take away a copy of the more detailed insider information later."

"It's ready for you."

"During filming, we may also need the Navy to provide some assistance with military materials."

"No problem, I'll arrange for someone to connect with you."

"Also, can you film the actual filming of 'Varyag'?"

"I'm going to apply for this. What's your specific use?"

"Take a photo of Mr. Shao and the Varyag. If possible, include all the heroes in the photo so that they can be seen together with the aircraft carrier."

The general was somewhat moved: "It should be no problem, I will fight for you."

"Then there's nothing else you need for now. I'll let you review it once I've decided on the script and the actors."

"Okay, we basically don't make any requirements. We just review the basic content and try not to use problematic artists."

"clear."

Director Wei is not worried about this.

In fact, this can save him trouble.

As long as his script and actors are approved by the Navy, the review department has no right to interfere.

The Navy will take care of everything for him.

As for the Navy's taboos, problematic artists and the like, Director Wei certainly wouldn't make any mistakes.

"Don't worry, General. I won't use any problematic artists when I'm filming a patriotic drama. In fact, I won't even use actors of foreign nationality for such a theme."

Liu Yifei had never filmed a patriotic drama with him.

This includes actors of other foreign origin, both male and female.

Director Wei has publicly advocated that when filming patriotic dramas, whether movies or TV series, actors with Chinese nationality should be chosen.

After all, you let a foreigner teach you to be patriotic...which country are you loving?

This is not reasonable.

Forget about other themes of dramas, Director Wei doesn’t care.

Patriotic dramas can only be filmed by Chinese actors.

This is Director Wei’s understanding and also Director Wei’s persistence.

"Director Wei, I leave everything to you."

“I will launch the project as soon as possible.”

Director Wei was not being polite.

And he quickly let the news out.

When people in the industry heard that Director Wei was going to shoot a new movie and needed a large number of actors, especially the male lead who was tentatively scheduled to be around 50 years old, countless veteran actors began to get involved.

Of course, the female stars who are eager to make a move are also indispensable.

The prolific director Wei has always preferred to favor new actors.

Those who have never filmed a movie directed by Wei before now have a greater chance.

For a time, the circle was full of competition.

The two female secretaries were almost dazzled by the choices.

"Dudu, Sisi, don't pick any female stars. Send audition invitations to some male actors first. I want to decide on the male lead first."

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Chapter 281: Bright Beauty, Karma Will Pay

"Decide on the male lead first?"

"Yes, the Navy contacted me mainly to promote Mr. Shao, who is the core male lead. The main storyline revolves around the purchase of the Varyag. During this process, there are not many things that are obviously driven by female characters. What is there to choose from as a female star?"

Director Wei is not Wu Ershan, who was able to change the plot setting when filming "Under One Person". Feng Baobao can't beat Xia He.

Many times, it is enough to film the facts as they are.

The same is true for this play.

What happened around the purchase of the Varyag was already exciting enough, and there was no need for Director Wei to do any secondary creation.

He is not one of those big directors with a strong desire to express himself, nor does he have any ideas about secondary creation.

On the contrary, he would rather seek truth from facts.

"Sisi, just study the Varyag's information thoroughly. Don't worry about the actors. This is more important than choosing the actors. Dudu, spread the word in the industry: I have only one requirement for the female star of this play."

"any request?"

"Beautiful—or something else that draws people into the theater."

Since the original storyline did not give the female characters much room to perform, Director Wei would not try to usurp the role and force a female star to appear.

He doesn't run an agency.

There is no requirement to force a certain actress to become famous.

Director Wei’s requirements are actually very simple:

"Either she needs to rely on her beauty to attract audiences to the cinema, or she needs to attract audiences to the cinema with other attractive features. In short, my only requirement for the leading actress is that she can increase the box office and attention of our film."

Chen Duling understood what Director Wei meant.

Then he laughed.

"The female stars in the industry were counting on your show to gild their reputations, but now it looks like they're going to be disappointed."

Director Wei’s request is to use them to reach a higher level.

Thus, their hopes of gilding themselves were dashed.

Because this drama won’t flatter people.

But this is not absolute.

Chen Duling immediately thought of several female celebrities.

"Boss, as long as we can attract audiences to the cinema, you don't have any other requirements?"

"Correct."

"Then I suggest that Wang Zuxian or Li Jiaxin take part."

Director Wei's eyes lit up when he heard Chen Duling's suggestion.