Huayu 97: The Beginning of a Marriage Fraudulently

Chapter 40 Li Dawei wants to film "The Golden Age"

Just when Chen Siyuan and his family started living in Beijing.

Chen Siyuan finally waited for someone.

This person is Li Dawei.

The director of the original time and space "The Golden Age".

Since marrying Liu Xiaoli, Chen Siyuan began to prepare for Liu Yifei's future.

This includes Liu Yifei's debut work "The Golden Age".

Chen Siyuan believes that the role of Bai Xiuzhu is still very important to Liu Yifei.

Moreover, Chen Siyuan believes that Liu Yifei in this life can better interpret the role of Bai Xiuzhu.

Coincidentally, Zhang Wu, the son of Zhang Henshui, the author of "The Golden Age", settled in the United States and happened to have business dealings with Chen Siyuan.

After getting to know each other, Chen Siyuan would also talk to Zhang Wu about his father's "The Story of a Noble Family".

The Hong Kong version of "The Story of a Noble Family" was called "Dream of Spring in Peking", which made Damian Lau and Liza Wang famous.

However, the Zhang family was not satisfied with that adaptation, so they put "The Story of a Noble Family" in the bottom of the box.

After chatting a few times, Zhang Wu was shocked to find that Chen Siyuan understood "The Story of a Noble Family" better than he did.

So when Chen Siyuan proposed to purchase the TV adaptation rights of "The Story of a Noble Family".

Although Zhang Wu didn't understand why Chen Siyuan, a lawyer, bought the TV adaptation rights of "The Story of a Noble Family".

However, out of trust in Chen Siyuan, he agreed without hesitation.

And Zhang Wu only asked Chen Siyuan for $1 in copyright fees!

After Chen Siyuan obtained the rights to adapt "The Story of a Noble Family" into a TV series, he was able to sit firmly on the throne.

Now Li Dawei has finally arrived.

"Li Dawei."

"Chen Siyuan."

In an ordinary coffee shop in Beijing.

The two men shook hands and sat down facing each other.

"What would you like to drink, Director Li?"

Chen Siyuan took the initiative to greet him.

"American style, please."

"Two Americanos!"

Chen Siyuan waved towards the bar.

Then there was silence.

Li Dawei didn't speak until the coffee came.

"Mr. Chen, I heard from Zhang Wu that you've already purchased the rights to the TV adaptation of 'The Golden Age'?"

Chen Siyuan smiled and nodded. "Yes, I talked to Zhang Wu about his father's The Golden Age. I really liked it, so I bought the rights to adapt The Golden Age into a TV series. I hope that one day more people can see it."

Li Dawei's eyes lit up when he heard this. "Mr. Chen, let's work together to make "The Golden Age"!"

Chen Siyuan smiled, lowered his head and took a sip of coffee, but did not say anything.

Li Dawei couldn't help but smile bitterly when he saw this. "Mr. Chen, I'm sorry for being so presumptuous, but I really want to film 'The Golden Age'!"

"I'm not afraid of being laughed at by Mr. Chen. Although I have already filmed 'Happiness' and 'Hero Zheng Chenggong', the success of those two films is all thanks to my mother. At best, I am just a director."

"I don't want to live under my mother's wings forever. I want to have a masterpiece that is completely my own. 'The Golden Age' is the work I want to prove myself in."

"I've already thoroughly analyzed 'The Story of a Noble Family.' If it's to surpass the Hong Kong version of 'A Dream of Red Mansions,' it must have a breaking point. So I'm going to introduce the techniques of Japanese and Korean idol dramas and push all the contradictions to the extreme from the very beginning..."

Li Dawei had already known Chen Siyuan before he came. He didn't have much bargaining chips in front of Chen Siyuan, so he chose to be honest with him!

His current predicament and thoughts, and how he plans to film "The Golden Age."

"Director Li, having parents' support in one's career is something many people only dream of. I think you should look at it from a different perspective."

Chen Siyuan did not mention "The Story of a Noble Family" at all, but talked about profound truths with Li Dawei.

If Li Dawei hadn't asked Chen Siyuan for something, he would probably have walked away after hearing this.

But now Li Dawei fell into deep thought.

Chen Siyuan just looked at Li Dawei with a smile.

Why was the original "The Story of a Noble Family" successful?

The contribution of Li Dawei’s mother Liu Guoquan is indispensable.

Chen Siyuan doesn’t know how to make movies or TV series, but he understands people!
Especially in the current domestic film and television industry, you can't achieve anything just by having passion.

Li Dawei is a smart man, so he quickly understood why Chen Siyuan said that.

Li Dawei couldn't help but have a bitter look on his face. "Mr. Chen, I understand what you mean. As long as you can let me film "The Golden Age", I will communicate with my mother."

"Director Li, why don't you have a frank talk with your mother? I'm sure your mother has been looking forward to this day."

Chen Siyuan nodded and smiled.

Li Dawei was stunned for a moment, then overjoyed. "Mr. Chen, have you agreed to let me film 'The Golden Age'?"

"Director Li, do you have a favorite character for "The Golden Age"? "

Chen Siyuan suddenly asked.

Li Dawei glanced at Chen Siyuan.

Are you trying to squeeze people into the crew?
"There are several candidates. For the male lead, Jin Yanxi, Lu Yi, and Chen Kun are all under consideration. For the female lead, Leng Qingqiu, Zhao Yanzi, and Qin Hailu can also try. For the supporting female role, Bai Xiuzhu, I prefer South Korea's Song Hye Kyo, but the specific details will depend on the audition results."

Li Dawei did not hide anything and expressed his thoughts.

Chen Siyuan nodded and said calmly, "Then let's proceed according to Director Li's plan. Director Li should also make a plan for investment. As long as it's not too outrageous, I can cover it for Director Li!"

Li Dawei was stunned when he heard this. His original idea was just to get Chen Siyuan's authorization, but he didn't expect that there was an unexpected meaning.

Although it is easier for him to get investment than other directors because of his mother, but with Chen Siyuan's words, he has the confidence to communicate with his mother!

"Mr. Chen, I'll get ready right away!"

Li Dawei stood up excitedly.

"Director Li, good things are never too late, and there's no need to rush. Let's continue talking about 'The Golden Age'."

Chen Siyuan actually discussed the plot of "The Story of a Noble Family" with Li Dawei.

The original time and space version of "The Golden Age" achieved great success.

But public reviews were also mixed.

Chen Siyuan stood on Li Dawei's train of thought, but also took a God's perspective.

So Li Dawei was quickly impressed by Chen Siyuan.

Chen Siyuan thought the same thing as he did.

What he didn't expect, Chen Siyuan also foresaw in advance.

What kind of amazing investor is this?!
"Mr. Chen, you"

There was only admiration in Li Dawei's eyes.

"Hey, Director Li, don't take it too seriously. These are just my immature opinions. The specific filming method is up to you, the director."

Chen Siyuan's humility made Li Dawei feel a little ashamed.

This is not an immature view at all, the food has already been fed into the mouth.

"Mr. Chen, don't worry, I will definitely make the most perfect "The Golden Age"."

(End of this chapter)