Chapter 143

After the banquet, the guests dispersed, and meanwhile the news that Jiang Heng was going to Haolaiwu to shoot a blockbuster, preparing to go for the Oscar, spread out.

It can be said that overnight, it spread throughout the Chinese-language entertainment circle.

And most people's first reaction was, this is too prolific, too fast.

Even for those few big companies in Haolaiwu, the number of blockbusters they put into production each year is limited.

Moreover, before a project is approved, it must go through repeated discussions, have a screenwriting team; in short, it is the result of countless people working together.

On Jiang Heng's side, although it appears he has a company and team serving him, almost all decisions are made by him alone.

The script, Jiang Heng writes it himself.

She knows her own ability; being able to play the Holy Mother Yang Chan in "Splitting the Mountain to Save Mother" is already a stroke of incredible luck—one shouldn't be too greedy.

Like "The Matrix 2", which is obviously going to be a big hit, it's even more of an exclusive production.

As a result, that year the most profitable film from the Beijing Film Studio was "The Silver Snake Murder Case"; just the copies sold exceeded two hundred.

Chen Jinfei thought to himself, I certainly know the opportunity is rare, but if one wants to go for the Oscar, one wouldn't pick a vase female lead like in "Splitting the Mountain to Save Mother"; definitely need outstanding acting skills.

Jingcheng, Li Shaoju upon hearing the news hurriedly called Han Sanping to inquire about Jiang Heng's new film, seeing if he could help Yang Mi get a role.

Because in that era, those who came out of the film academy all had a master complex; not compromising with the secular world and box office was their pursuit.

Once actors are selected, they immediately soar to stardom—really, who wouldn't be moved!

"Oh, okay!"

He spoke excitedly: "Old Chen, you must definitely help Xi Xi; this opportunity is too rare!"

"Mom, you don't need to say more; I'm a bit tired, I want to sleep, you should also go to bed early!"

In East Bank, inside a suite of the Hilton Hotel, Liu Xiaoli stood by the window calling Chen Jinfei, telling him the news she had heard tonight.

At that time, the term "commercial film" had just been proposed, and nobody knew how to handle it.

Liu Xiaoli laughed in anger, "You kid, where did you learn these lines?"

"I came up with it myself!"

Han Sanping and Li Shaoju are old colleagues and old acquaintances; the former became deputy director of the Beijing Film Studio in 1994, while the latter has worked at the Beijing Film Studio since graduating in 1982.

He uses whichever he takes a liking to.

Their classmates all filmed artistic works like "One and Eight", "Yellow Earth", and "Horse Thief", yet they made her shoot a tasteless commercial film—it's practically bullying.

They did not feel that Yang Mi at this moment had the capability to be the female lead of a big production.

Her idea was to secure a minor supporting role, which would also add some credentials for Yang Mi, merely to aid her development.

When Han Sanping said that Jiang Heng's new film was preparing to shoot in Haolaiwu.

By the time he got to that point, Han Sanping also found it hard to refuse the old colleague's face, saying, "All right, I'll ask for you; there shouldn't be a problem!"

That year, the Popular Film magazine even listed eighteen brutal, bloody shots from "The Silver Snake Murder Case", showing that Director Li is indeed a tough person and also relatively pragmatic.

Tang Yan's side also wanted to vie for it, but she is an artist under iQiyi, so she doesn't need to go through all that trouble.

Li Shaoju said, "It's fine; as long as she can participate, these aren't problems; worst case, I'll personally accompany her there!"

Although he thought that in his heart, he definitely still needed to say it nicely.

"Don't worry, I'll just set up a time with him to see what the conditions are! As long as he brings it up, I'll try my best to work something out!"

"You, how can you still be so foolish?" Liu Xiaoli exclaimed, surprised.

At first he was an assistant director, assisting Director Xie Tieli; his first film was the famous "The Bao Family Father and Son".

"Just for a supporting role, you're going to the United States to shoot?" Jiang Heng countered.

"Old Chen, then I'll trouble you; this time Xi Xi is entirely counting on you!"

……

But because the times have changed, the opportunity to direct is just this one, so he gritted his teeth and took on the commercial film.

Although the precious daughter's looks and demeanor are superb, her acting is still a bit green, so it's probably difficult to secure.

The next day, he finally got through and conveyed Li Shaoju's request.

In 1988, the head of the Beijing Film Studio specially transferred several young directors to try shooting market-friendly commercial films, and Li Shaoju was one of them.

After hanging up, he dialed Jiang Heng's phone.

The employees in the company merely carried out Jiang Heng's demands, presenting whatever content he wanted.

Although Tang Yan felt a bit disappointed, she quickly adjusted her mood.

Therefore, Jiang Heng's choice of actors is almost free from any interference.

"If he gives it, I'll accept; if he doesn't, I won't actively ask for it!"

Liu Xiaoli placed her hand on Liu Yifei's shoulder, her expression solemn.

After hanging up, Liu Xiaoli went to her daughter's room: "Xi Xi, how have your chats with Director Jiang been lately?"

"You, you child, are you trying to make me die of anger?" Liu Xiaoli wore an expression of feeling let down.

Liu Tianxian frowned slightly, looking somewhat reluctant.

Called the "set tyrant", Zhou Xingxing, compared to Jiang Heng, is merely a minor witch seeing a great witch.

Because Jiang Heng's film investments, at least half of them come out of his own pocket.

There is the forward-thinking setting of the "The Matrix" series, also the brainless simple "One Hundred Million Years BC", and furthermore the smoothly plotted, super exciting "Lion Camel Ridge".

Liu Tianxian said softly: "Nothing, Mom, don't worry; what's mine will come even if I don't seek it; what's not mine is useless even if I take it."

The portion assigned to Li Shaohong was "The Silver Snake Murder Case"; her first reaction was feeling especially unlucky, crying miserably.

Even more shocking is that everything related to the film's costumes, makeup, props, music, storyboard sketches, etc., all decided by Jiang Heng himself.

As a result, Jiang Heng's phone was already off; they could only wait until the next day to talk.

"Xi Xi, you must seize this opportunity, you know? Although your godfather will also help, all he has is just money and connections—Director Jiang doesn't lack those. If you want to become the leading lady, you have to fight for it yourself; you can only rely on yourself!"

She co-founded Rongxinda Film and Television Company with top-tier producer Li Xiaowan, became the boss, and became more pragmatic.

"Is it okay? He's so busy every day, chatting is hit or miss!"

"Just ask her agent directly, Director Jiang—are you planning to use your own company's artist as the female lead this time?"

"The agent made several calls on the spot, then told Tang Yan, 'Director Jiang said, focus on your studies first—there are a bunch of hit dramas waiting for you to film later!'"

"Han Sanping gave a wry smile. 'That's what was said—an old colleague of many years, I'm asking her for a favor. That girl signed under her agency that you've met, she's quite spirited!'"

"Saying that, I'm not her godfather!"

"Jiang Heng thought to himself, I've not only met her, I also know she'll become a huge star in the future!"

"The issue is, she's still under eighteen; taking her to Haolaiwu would be troublesome, right?"

"There are supporting roles available; giving her one isn't impossible, but at least one parent must accompany her. If that can be arranged, there's no problem!"

"(End of chapter)"