Director of Photography Department of Huayu

Chapter 29 Movie Share
In the heart of southern Zhejiang, in Jinyun County, LS City, a black car was speeding on a winding road.

The afternoon sun refracted in from the car window, like a soft gauze curtain.

The clouds were then dyed into translucent amber, slightly emitting warmth, wrapping the girl's silhouette in a thin layer of golden light.

"What on earth is Wu Chen doing? I sent him a message this morning, but he hasn't replied yet!" Liu Yifei pouted her lips as she stared at the silent chat box on her phone's Penguin app.

"What's wrong, Xixi?" The gentle and pretty Liu Xiaoli glanced over, her eyes full of concern.

"Nothing." Liu Yifei grinned, revealing a row of neat white teeth.

"When you return to the crew later, you will distribute the food and drinks you bought to the crew members yourself, okay? After all, you have taken a few days off, and I'm afraid someone will have objections!" Liu Xiaoli specifically instructed.

"I know, Mom!" Liu Yifei nodded slightly, but her fingers unconsciously touched the mobile phone. She seemed to have thought of something, and her fair and delicate fingers skillfully pressed on the keyboard.

"Changchang, let me tell you, I went back to school a few days ago and met a junior who has amazing photography skills and is also super interesting."

After the message was sent, her gaze drifted to the window, her eyelashes fluttering as she blinked, reflecting the undulating mountains outside the car window, which was very cute.

After a while, the phone rang. Liu Yifei's beautiful eyes lit up and she quickly clicked it to see that it was Shu Chang's reply.

"How super fun is it? Is it pretty? Is it handsome?"

"Why are you so superficial?"

"Yeah, yeah, I'm superficial!"

At this time, Shu Chang was taking a break in the crew of "The Untold Story". He sat on a folding chair with his legs crossed, and his fingers were clicking on his mobile phone rapidly.

"Just tell me if it looks good or not, if it's handsome or not, right?"

"." Liu Yifei pursed her lips, and finally sent the message according to her true thoughts.

"Okay."

"That's why he's handsome." Shu Chang chuckled, pressed his finger, and threw out two more words, "Superficial!"

Liu Yifei saw this and her face wrinkled with anger. She muttered, "I'm so pissed off. I'm not going to chat with Changchang anymore. It's boring."

Liu Xiaoli had sharp ears and smiled slightly when she heard the whisper. She knew that her daughter was arguing with Shu Chang again. She didn't say much and leaned back in the car seat, closed her eyes and rested.

On the other side, in the office of the department director of the Beijing Film Academy, white steam was coming out of the teapot, the table was piled with folders and teacups, and the air was filled with a faint fragrance of tea.

Wu Chen was discussing the distribution of shares of "Dark Side" with Mu Deyuan, and the documents spread out on the table were flipping through them with a rustling sound.

"Take a look at this document. It contains a sample of a similar cooperation document. You can refer to it." Mu Deyuan took out a document and handed it over.

"Hmm?" Wu Chen took it and flipped through it. It was a project case. The key information was blacked out, but the name of the movie was particularly eye-catching.

"'Glorious Fury'?" Wu Chen was stunned.

"Well, the academy also provided some support for a film project that Professor Cao Baoping taught this year." Mu Deyuan nodded silently. "You read the documents while I talk!"

"First of all, are you planning to operate as an individual or as a studio? Of course, I personally recommend registering a studio first."

"Can't it be done in the name of the company?" Wu Chen asked subconsciously. After all, only corporate operations can maximize profits.

"In the name of the company, it's a school-enterprise cooperation model. You're a university student, and the project approval uses support funds. In this case, do you think others won't have any objections?

If we can’t get past Principal Zhang, the nature of this project will be completely different!”

Mu Deyuan said this calmly, and Wu Chen immediately realized what was happening. If it was done in the company's name, then where would the school's achievements be? What good would Beijing Film Academy do? It might as well just give up.

"Studio!" Wu Chen decided directly. On the one hand, the studio can ensure the maximization of Wu Chen's current interests. On the other hand, the studio can be upgraded to a limited company in the future.

“Well, the total project cost is currently estimated to be 40, and you will contribute 20;
In addition to the three positions of director, screenwriter, and cinematographer, you also need to be a student producer, and the entire project must be included in the photography department's practical courses. The college will use this to apply for the Ministry of Education's "Industry-University-Research Integration Demonstration Base."

Wu Chen nodded slowly. Although these procedures were complicated, they were the optimal solution for a win-win situation for both him and the school.

Only when you and I are well, can everyone be well!

"The academy provides 20 yuan in funding, as well as venues, resources, and equipment. Domestically, your studio will receive 55% of the profits, while Beijing Film Academy will receive 45%.

However, Nortel retains the right to educational screening, and commercial distribution requires the unanimous consent of both parties.

Your studio will lead the negotiation for foreign copyright sales agency, and Norfilm will have the first right of refusal. Your studio will hold a 65% share, while Norfilm will hold a 35% share.

The remake rights will be priced separately, with both parties sharing the profits at an 8:2 ratio.

After discussing the share issue, Mu Deyuan took a sip of his tea and continued, "Don't think the school is too much trouble. There are many aspects involved. If these things are not determined in advance, there will be a lot of chaos later. The school has suffered great losses in this regard in the past."

"I understand, teacher." Wu Chen smiled. The school had helped him to this extent, so he had nothing to complain about.

"Give me the studio registration materials as soon as possible. You can apply for the 'Special Entrepreneurship Channel' from the school's property management office with the project proposal, and your studio can be opened sooner."

Mu Deyuan glanced at the time and stood up. "I still have classes. Try to read the documents here. Don't take them back to the dormitory!"

After saying that, Mu Deyuan picked up the thermos and prepared to leave.

Wu Chen stood up immediately after. Mu Deyuan was stunned for a moment, "You don't want to watch anymore?"

"I believe the teacher and the school will not cheat me!" Wu Chen grinned.

"You kid!" Mu Deyuan smiled with relief and waved his hand, "Okay, go and do your thing!"

Wu Chen nodded, left the office, and called his father.

This good news must be shared with my family.

At the same time, Zhang Zemin, who had finished his business, was already sitting in the VIP waiting room of the airport, squinting his eyes, seemingly lost in thought.

"I need to get in touch with Old Wu more often. His son is incredible."

Zhang Zemin murmured to himself, and couldn't help but envy Wu Yangming.

"Sir, this is the tea you ordered. We also have some books to help you pass the time while waiting for the flight. Take a look. Do you want me to get you one?" A young woman in a blue uniform bowed slightly.

"Okay, get me a book, something about movies."

"Okay, sir!"

"I will be a cultured person in the future, so I have to read more books." Zhang Zemin took the book with a smile, feeling inexplicably proud. Although he only touched on it a little, it was still film art after all.

After just two minutes of reading, Zhang Zemin impatiently threw the book onto the table.

"Whoever wants to read this damned book can do so. I'm just a shoe seller!"

After saying that, Zhang Zemin closed his eyes and fell into a deep sleep.

(End of this chapter)