Huayu, can you be called the best actor if you don’t indulge yourself?

Chapter 432: Gathering at the VIP Building

After several years of vigorous development.

As the largest film and television base in the country, Hengdian Film and Television City not only welcomes and sees off a large number of tourists every day, but also large and small crews move in and out one after another, injecting vigorous vitality into it.

In addition to the huge number of extras, there are also actors of all sizes coming and going like migratory birds.

These people may perform hard in front of the camera.

Or try hard to gain personal advantage in private.

The status and treatment may be different, but in the final analysis, what everyone seeks is nothing more than fame and fortune.

11 month 20 number.

It was a day with a howling cold wind.

The International Conference Center Hotel near the Qin Palace has, as usual, welcomed a group of actors who are pursuing the glamour of the entertainment industry, or, in other words, chasing their dreams.

Zhao Ke got out of the car carrying his suitcase and looked excitedly towards the luxurious and bright lobby of the hotel.

She turned back again.

He looked excitedly at the paparazzi and fans lying in ambush not far outside.

Flashes of light flashed from time to time.

There were more calls of surprise.

In Hengdian, paparazzi and fans chasing stars have become a beautiful landscape.

Although she had been to Hengdian many times, this was her first time to visit the International Conference Center Hotel, which is known as the VIP Building. Although crews of large scale generally receive preferential prices when staying in hotels,

But if it is not a large crew, they would not be willing to move into the VIP building.

For cost saving reasons.

Even for supporting roles with more important roles, they are normally arranged to stay in a hotel similar to movie star hotels, and the worse ones are just in a motel.

As long as it can be lived in.

Comfort is barely a consideration.

Most of the hotels Zhao Ke had come across before were of poor conditions.

The crew he was about to join was said to have a production cost of over 80 million. Although Zhao Ke had some doubts about this figure, even if it was discounted, the production cost would still be around 40 to 50 million.

It is an absolutely large crew.

VIP building.

It becomes a matter of course.

After calming himself down, Zhao Ke walked into the hotel lobby with his suitcase in high spirits.

Painted Skin Crew Registration Office

There was no need to look for it at all. The red banner was particularly eye-catching. She walked over quickly with her suitcase, and went straight to the desk for receiving crew members and handed over her ID:
"Hello."

"I'm actor Zhao Ke, and this is my ID card."

Confirm identity information.

Receiving room cards and various materials and documents is a necessary task for every actor when joining the crew.

Of course, if you are a big enough star, there will naturally be others to do these things for you.

Zhao wasn't counting on that.

Although he is a graduate of Beijing Film Academy, he has even graduated for two years.

But that is not worth mentioning. How many seniors are still struggling in small drama crews. People like Luo Ge are rare. Most people are lucky enough to be able to play supporting roles.

Even if you graduate from the three major art schools, only a few can stand at the top of the pyramid.

She saw this very clearly.

I am also extremely grateful for the opportunities given to me by my old classmates.

Although she played the role of a personal maid, there were plenty of shots, lines and performances. Being able to appear in such a big screen work is undoubtedly a very firm step for her future development.

"Old Zhao!!!"

The shout from behind made Zhao Ke shudder.

Turn around quickly.

Familiar faces come into view.

Jia Nailiang, Wan Siwei, and Xu Ning, three handsome guys with an average height of about 1.8 meters, walked towards him together. They were also dragging huge suitcases and looked full of energy.

"Ah~"

Zhao Ke jumped up in excitement, opened his arms and rushed over: "Great, I was wondering if you guys would join the group today too!"

Joyful laughter echoed throughout the lobby.

Several people hugged each other one after another and happily asked about each other's recent situation.

Classmates reunite.

The feeling is certainly different.

It seemed as if we were back in the days when we were filming "The Legend of Xue Rengui" and having fun together on the set!
Also in a good mood.

And there is Ding Haifeng.

He tightened the suitcase in his hand and walked forward with great strides.

Wu Erlang has a rather thick frame to begin with, and he has been gaining muscle during this period. Now that he is wearing a winter coat, he feels extremely oppressive.

After a period of hard work.

At least in terms of physique, Ding Haifeng has returned to his peak form when he played Wu Song.

The appearance of Tianshangxing is of course particularly eye-catching.

Notice the person coming.

As juniors in the circle, several people from Class 01 quickly greeted each other.

Actors like Ding Haifeng, who have experienced their moments of glory and played supporting roles and have been immersed in the circle for many years, have always been low-key, watching the ups and downs of generations of celebrities. They have their own principles of dealing with people.

Without the slightest hint of arrogance, he politely shook hands with several people.

Although I got a hint during the audition.

But subconsciously, he still couldn't imagine that he would have a chance to get the role of the second male lead. He would never dare to think about such a large production. Even when he went to Xinghuo Film and Television for an audition, he just thought he would do it because he had nothing else to do.

Anyway, I received the notification, so it doesn’t hurt to give it a try.

Just think of it as a way to make yourself familiar.

When he really received the news that he had got the role, Ding Haifeng was so excited that he even drank a bottle of Erguotou.

This time I came here with the intention of doing a good job.

There's no point in putting on airs.

Just as a few people were greeting each other, the elevator door not far away opened with a ding.

Several people came out from inside.

They were originally going to go out, but the leader turned around and walked towards the sign-in area with a hearty laugh: "Wow, did you guys agree to come here together, or did you just happen to meet here?"

Noticed the crew executives walking over.

Not only the actors who were signing in perked up, but even the staff members stood up quickly.

Greetings followed.

"Good production."

"Good director."

The order of greeting is very particular. Although the director has great say, unless he is an extremely famous director, his position in the crew is still lower than that of the producer.

There is no other reason. In most cases, it is the rich who pay the money.

"Okay, hello everyone."

Li Luo smiled and walked forward, signaling to Chen Jiashang, "Director Chen, take a look at our Pang Yong. He's so strong, right?"

"it is good."

Chen Jiashang looked at Ding Haifeng carefully, and smiled until his eyes narrowed. "He is indeed very tough. If I remember correctly, Haifeng also played Wu Song in "Water Margin", right?"

Although I have read the information.

But the feeling of real people is completely different.

Judging from the physique and appearance of the girl in front of him, Chen Jiashang had to admit that even Zhen Zilun, whom he had admired the most before, was far inferior to her.

Zhen Zilun definitely fights better, but after all, there is a height difference of more than ten centimeters between them.

About 1.60 to 1.80 meters.

The feeling it gives to the audience is completely different.

"Yes."

Ding Haifeng quickly stepped forward to shake hands with Li Luo, and then greeted Chen Jiashang: "Director Chen, thank you for your praise. I am very happy to be able to star in Painted Skin. If there are any areas where I did not do well, please give me more criticism from the producer and director."

“We learn from each other.”

Li Luo and Director Dong Lai clenched their palms, then smiled and opened their arms behind them: "You don't know me or what, where are you hugging?"

"I'm coming."

Zhao Ke immediately went forward happily and gave him a big hug.

And it squeezes secretly without any ambiguity.

After the two separated, Jia Nailiang and others also came forward excitedly.

Hugs and other actions continued.

Actors had never been treated like this before when being welcomed. The staff following Li Luo realized something and quickly put smiles on their faces.

"Director Chen."

Li Luo did not hide anything and introduced them cheerfully: "Zhao Ke, Jia Nailiang, Wan Siwei, Xu Ning, they are all my classmates at Beijing Film Academy. They are all acquaintances anyway, so I might as well let them play my subordinates."

"If everyone is in sync, the shooting will be better."

"Makes sense."

Chen Jiashang walked forward with a smile and shook hands and greeted everyone one by one.

Not to mention the students who graduated from Beijing Film Academy.

Even if Li Luo forced a few strangers in, he would not say anything. The investors had the power to do so, especially since they were the absolute controlling party.

Although he invested five million, he was not worried at all that Li Luo would mess around.

Xinghuo Films invested 35 million.

No matter who it is.

These are huge numbers.

Based on his understanding of Li Luo, there is no way the other party would joke about this money.

These minor supporting roles cannot affect the overall situation. The combination of Li Luo, Fan Bingbing and Gao Yuanyuan is enough to make Chen Jiashang feel satisfied. They are all popular actors and top vases.

These good cards are not so easy to hold and play.

Especially Li Luo.

It is extremely difficult to arrange his schedule.

"You guys are busy first."

After saying hello, Li Luo looked at his watch again and said, "I'm going to go check out the set. We'll have dinner together tonight."

Zhao Ke and others responded quickly.

Without further communication, Li Luo and Chen Jiashang led the props, production director and others to hurriedly leave the hotel lobby and quickly boarded the business car amid the surprised screams of fans outside.

Leaving the hotel with a roar.

Zhao Ke and others looked at each other and continued to register their personal information excitedly.

It only takes a minute or two.

thing.

Subtle changes occur.

After taking the room card handed over by the staff with both hands and looking at the other party's enthusiastic smile, Zhao Ke clenched the card tightly in his palm with great emotion.

Paparazzi and movie fans waiting outside the VIP building.

Today is destined to be happy.

Little Guo Xiang, who came into the audience's field of vision with The Return of the Condor Heroes, had just walked into the hotel, and Gao Yuanyuan, who became a public goddess with the role of Zhou Zhiruo in The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, was welcomed.

I haven't recovered yet.

Bingbing's scream resounded through the sky again.

After leaving a few signatures, Fan Bingbing walked into the VIP building with great vigor, and all the main creators gathered there.

Make it more noisy.

After all, I couldn’t have dinner with my friends.

Until the lights come on.

The vehicle that was surveying the shooting location just rushed back to the hotel in a dusty state. But everyone didn't stop and gathered in director Chen Jiashang's room to eat their boxed lunches and hold a busy behind-the-scenes creative meeting.

The meeting finally ended at eight o'clock in the evening.

The matter is not over yet.

After a short half-hour break, there was another crew meeting. "Thank you for your hard work, Director Chen!"

After the heads of each group left with tired steps, Li Luo pinched his cigar and extinguished it in the ashtray: "I was busy filming a TV series some time ago. It's not easy for you to arrange everything so thoroughly by yourself."

Schedules, progress sheets, various styles, storyboards and other photos are densely pasted on the wall.

He has a deep understanding of how terrifying the workload is.

It is appropriate to express some gratitude.

"Don't say that."

Chen Jiashang stretched and yawned as he lay on the sofa. "I'm the director, so this is my job. You didn't say anything just now. Do you have any important instructions for me?"

"Wait a minute."

Li Luo unscrewed the bottle of mineral water and glanced at him unhappily: "I was kind enough to protect the director's authority, but you actually thought I was trying to find fault."

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, people's hearts are really not as they used to be."

"Well, my bad."

Chen Jiashang laughed and raised his hands.

Everyone studied the script together, selected the locations together, and prepared the crew together. They had already gotten along very well and understood each other's temperaments and personalities thoroughly, so cracking a few jokes wouldn't hurt at all.

However, Li Luo was speaking from the heart, and he would not meddle in matters that were not his responsibility.

This time my main identity is an actor.

Under normal circumstances, there is no need to point fingers at Chen Jiashang. It is necessary to maintain the director's authority.

Intervene at every turn.

Even if others are not annoyed, I will be annoyed too.

This movie does not have any storyboards rewarded by the system, so the specific implementation still depends on Chen Jiashang. All he can do is occasionally check for omissions and fill in the gaps, so as not to be so idle as to take on other people's work himself.

That 20% profit is not so easy to get.

Chatting with Chen Jiashang.

Li Luo looked through the information on the desktop again.

As expected of a big director in Hong Kong and chairman of the Academy Awards, he has perfect connections.

The styling and costume design is done by Hong Kong's well-known stylist Wu Baolin, who has been nominated for the Hong Kong Film and Golden Horse Awards many times. He is also an old acquaintance of hers, as he was in charge of the filming of "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber".

Classic works such as "Legend of the New White Snake", "Green Snake", and "New Meteor Butterfly Sword" were all written by each other.

Photography.

It was taken by the gold medal photographer Huang Yuetai.

"Summer Lucky Stars", "Flying Eagle Project", the "Once Upon a Time in China" series, and "The Warlords" which is scheduled to be released next month, are all works directed by the other party.

His face looks fierce.

He looks a bit like the character Da Mi in Prison On Fire.

Action director Dong Wei, the movies "King of Assassins", "War of War" and "Seven Swords" are all his representative works.

This lineup is even more powerful than his own "Raging Fire".

"really not bad."

Shaking his head and sighing, Li Luo casually tapped the information in his hand: "It's rare that you can find such a good group of people. With such an excellent behind-the-scenes team, to be honest, it saves a lot of effort when filming."

"Ah."

Chen Jiashang scratched his tangled hair and took a big gulp of tea: "I'm not the chairman of the Academy Awards for nothing. After all these years, I have some connections."

"Painted Skin is my first time co-producing a movie in Beijing, and it's a fantasy film."

“You don’t know how stressful it is.”

"Get some old friends to help, and I'll feel more confident."

"Disaster."

Seeing Li Luo's eyes light up, Chen Jiashang was so scared that he quickly shook his head: "As the chairman of the Academy Awards, I am just a big housekeeper and cannot interfere with the jury. You know how great the competition pressure is this year."

“‘The Disciples’, ‘Lust, Caution’ and ‘The Warlords’ are said to be very well made.”

"Your subject matter is not very appealing, so don't even have any hope of winning Best Director, Best Film, or Best Actor!"

No need to say a word.

He knew what Li Luo wanted to say.

Even as the chairman of the Academy Awards, he can only make a certain impact when the works are equally matched.

But a pure action movie like "Raging Fire" will naturally suffer a loss when it comes to awards, as action movies and comedy movies are two types of movies that have never been well received by the jury.

How could he dare to make any guarantees?

"so."

Seeing Li Luo curling his lips, Chen Jiashang scratched his hair again: "I'll help you think of other technical awards. I can only say that it will affect some of the judges. I can't make any guarantees!"

"Thank you, Director Chen."

Li Luo's face quickly broke into a smile, and he picked up the teapot beside him: "Director Chen, are you thirsty? Come on, let me add some water for you."

"Go on your way."

Chen Jiashang pushed him unhappily and quickly warned him, "Don't tell anyone about this. The fairness, objectivity and authority of the award must be guaranteed."

"Yeah."

Li Luo gave a thumbs up and flattered him: "Under the wise leadership of our new chairman of the Academy Awards, the awards are absolutely open, fair, and transparent. There is absolutely no problem with continued success."

After these words, Chen Jiashang was left in a state of confusion.

But it’s not too out of line to promote “Raging Fire.”

After all, the results are there.

If the box office performance of Li Luo's movie was mediocre, he really wouldn't dare to respond to this question.

Chat room.

Half an hour passed quickly.

The two of them packed up some documents and walked towards the hotel conference room together.

Haven't entered yet.

Then I heard some lively noises inside.

"Cough~~~"

Clearing his throat heavily, Li Luo took the lead and walked into the meeting room.

It’s time to say it or not.

Chen Jiashang felt relieved by his actions.

At least respect is given.

After Li Luo's cough, the noisy meeting room suddenly became quiet, but soon there was the sound of chairs scraping against the ground, and everyone in the room hurriedly stood up.

A flurry of greetings followed.

Nodding in response with a smile, Li Luo walked to the main seat and sat down next to Fan Bingbing.

He winked at Gao Yuanyuan opposite him like lightning.

Of course!
Our junior sister Yang Mi was not left behind either.

These charming girls make the conference room lively and they are definitely one of the most good-looking crews in Hengdian.

These girls all exchanged glances with him without saying anything.

There is excitement and also coquettishness.

I didn’t see anyone until the evening of the first day I joined the group.

However, thinking about the fact that they would be able to spend every day together for the next period of time, the three girls' eyes showed a hint of spring. Not only three of them, but Zhao Ke in the corner also had a charming look in her eyes.

See this situation.

Li Luo couldn't suppress the smile on his face.

"Sit down~"

Chen Jiashang walked straight to the main seat, held the back of his chair and looked around: "I am Chen Jiashang, the director of the movie Painted Skin. There are people here I know and some I don't know, but starting from today."

“We are all colleagues working together, and I hope you can take your job seriously.”

"It's worth the pay I get."

Although Chen Jiashang is a little short, he speaks softly and gives people a very gentle impression.

But those eyes were full of spirit.

No one dares to underestimate this amiable-looking old man. His past classic works are Chen Jiashang's greatest confidence, and his identity as the chairman of the Academy Awards cannot be underestimated.

Even though he is the chief steward, it is impossible for him to interfere with important awards easily.

But what cannot be denied is the connections Chen Jiashang was able to make while staying in that position.

Look around.

Wherever he went, people nodded in agreement.

At Chen Jiashang's signal, everyone present introduced themselves in order.

This kind of introduction.

It is often a name plus a role or the job held.

It can be done with just a sentence or two. No one will want to know where you are from or what your interests and hobbies are. As for your background and connections, you have to figure that out on your own!
Action director Dong Wei quickly looked around.

Finally, his gaze fell on Li Luo who was concentrating on taking notes, and he couldn't help but sigh in his heart.

This producer.

It's really strong.

The vast majority of actors have either worked with him before or have a close private relationship with him.

Director Chen Jiashang didn't even bother to insert anyone.

Nowadays, whether it is TV or movies, there must be one or two Hong Kong and Taiwan stars among the protagonists of those big productions, no matter whether they are male or female, there must be one or two.

It seems that only in that way can it have an international style and the temperament of a blockbuster.

This is an all-mainland lineup.

It gave him an indescribable weird feeling.

Under Dong Wei's gaze, Li Luo raised his head blankly and met his gaze, and the action director quickly put on a smile.

At this time, he had the full spirit of Hong Kong people, and he was only responsible for working for the money.

Whatever the lineup.

That's not your business.

"very good."

After he finished his self-introduction, Chen Jiashang dragged the whiteboard next to him over and wrote in a flourish: "Our film is scheduled to start shooting on December 12th, so we joined the crew more than ten days in advance."

"the reason is simple."

"That means everyone will need to train for a period of time."

"The film involves a lot of fighting action. In order to avoid unexpected situations, all actors who have fighting scenes must complete relevant training according to the requirements of the action director within ten days."

"The actors involved are: Li Luo, Ding Haifeng, Yang Mi, Jia Nailiang"

Hear your name appear.

Yang Mi couldn't help but recall the days of training for "The Return of the Condor Heroes". She swallowed the saliva in her mouth and felt a dull tearing pain in her legs.

It is hard work for sure, but this opportunity is extremely rare.

Her own company couldn't even arrange such a good play, so before she left, her agent repeatedly told her to be serious. Of course, Yang Mi didn't dare to be careless, but she was serious not because of her agent's advice.

If you mess around, your butt will be swollen!
This crew.

But there is a big villain here.

Yang Mi's eyes rolled and fixed on Li Luo.

The latter happened to seem.

Show off your white and straight teeth.

The girl pursed her nose and started taking notes.

"The above actors."

Chen Jiashang continued to talk and arrange the itinerary: "Gather at the hotel gym on time at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning. Please be sure to cooperate with the relevant work, otherwise the crew has the right to unilaterally terminate the contract."

"The relevant responsibilities for the losses caused will also be investigated."

"in addition."

"Training in ancient etiquette is also necessary."

"The actors mainly involved are: Fan Bingbing, Gao Yuanyuan, Zhao Ke. The rest of the actors also need to make up for this lesson. When filming, the actors' every move must have corresponding manners."

Movement training, etiquette training, equestrian training, fitting, makeup, and photo shooting.

All kinds of arrangements are in Chen Jiashang's mind.

He also kept writing on the whiteboard.

The staff on and off the stage in the conference room followed suit and copied the script. Everyone's expression was serious and focused, and their eyes were filled with anticipation and endless yearning for the new play.

(End of this chapter)