Artists under the Rebirth of the Coal Boss

Chapter 37 Hidden Battle
Executive Director Cao Dun looked at the scene that had been NG for the seventh time in a row and said:
"Wen Zhang, the son-in-law of the Shanghai entertainment industry, must have received the news that the crew was submitting the film for review in sections."

Life Producer Chen Guang asked in confusion, "What's wrong with submitting the review in sections?"

Executive director Cao Dun explained: "The crew submitted the first 20 episodes for review in seven batches, in accordance with the policy of the 2008 General Administration of Television's Order No. 63, 'Regulations on the Management of Television Drama Content.'"

"Two batches were reviewed and returned last week."

"I've asked the Shanghai Cultural Bureau to inquire about this, and they've heard there's a lot of controversy within the bureau. Submitting the document for review in sections has never been done before, and there are all sorts of opinions now..."

"Now, the next five batches are probably also in jeopardy."

"Director Teng and the two producers have been keeping the news secret for fear of affecting morale..."

Life producer Chen Guang understood what was going on. This was a move as fierce as a tiger, but when he looked back, he found himself standing still.

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Another half month wasted.

The cost of food and lodging in the hotel are all production costs!

"Home Sweet Home" is a low-cost production that does not employ any top-tier stars. The director and screenwriter are both newcomers. The scenes are mainly based on urban life, which compresses the expenses for costumes, props, and actors' salaries. Even so, the budget is still very tight.

Otherwise, they would not have introduced any coal capital, which is obviously inconsistent with the elite temperament of the Shanghai circle.

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Cao Dun continued, "Also, Ma Yili's best friend Xue Xiaolu is preparing a movie. Ma Yili helped Wen Zhang secure the leading role in the film."

Chen Guang asked, "What kind of movie is it that makes him so awesome?"

Cao Dun said: "The Kung Fu Emperor also starred in this movie, playing the dual male lead, father and son."

Chen Guang was extremely shocked when he heard this: "Fuck..."

Chen Guang calmed down and watched the 11th NG in the live shooting area.

After this NG, Wen Zhang was no longer polite and started yelling at Lin Xingzhuo. The director was obviously biased towards Wen Zhang and did not let Wen Zhang control his emotions in the viewfinder, but instead commented on Lin Xingzhuo's shortcomings.

This villain in the crew who forced the chief director to retreat, intimidated the executive director, and is now openly suppressing the female lead is now caught in a double-front attack and is in a very embarrassing situation.

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This kind of thing is nothing new to veteran crew members like Cao Dun...

These artists in the entertainment industry are like the nobles crossing the river.

The last second he was still a promising actor with a bright future.

The next second, it may become baked carp noodles, made in Yanjin style, and served on the table.

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Chen Guang watched this spectacle and asked in confusion, "But, is Wen Zhang venting his anger on the director team? Or is he simply being a big shot?"

"But we saw at the last meeting that Lin Xingzhuo brought in funding. He's a bit stubborn..."

Cao Dun said, "Do you think he's stupid? Hasn't he heard of the Yin-Yang position?"

Chen Guang handed Cao Dun a soft Jinsha Su cigarette and said, "Brother Cao, please tell me in detail."

"I just heard that recently, business orders from Su Bingqing's studio have started signing two contracts to avoid taxes. I heard that super-A-list and A-list celebrities have also started to follow suit. It's called a Yin-Yang contract."

“But this status also has yin and yang?”

Cao Dun took a puff of his cigarette and said, "There's something about the crew that's very public about the actors' status in the industry, their standing in the industry, and their role in the film."

"Another type is the unspoken rules of status in the crew."

"Some artists who have their own resources are nominally third or fourth, but in reality their status and power even surpass that of the lead actor."

"These people gain implicit voice through resource swaps, bringing in capital, and business sponsorships, and even modify the script to add more roles."

"This is called a special appearance in the Japanese entertainment system, and a hidden role in the domestic entertainment industry."

Life Producer Chen Guang understood: "Originally, through that preliminary review meeting, Lin Xingzhuo has become the hidden leader of this crew."

"Now Wen Zhang is trying to grab this hidden role..." Producer Xu Xiaoou, who is in charge of the crew's daily work, came over to the two of them, holding a thermos cup.
"Lao Cao, you're very well-informed. The president of our Oriental Media Group just sent a message in the group chat last night, and you found out."

"Brother Xu." "Producer Xu."

Executive director Cao Dun and life producer Chen Guang immediately made way for the best viewing angle.

Xu Xiaoou looked at Lin Xingzhuo who was being brutally abused in the live-filming area and said, "Old Cao, you only know one side of the story."

"International superstar and Kung Fu Emperor Li Lianjie has adopted Wen Zhang as his godson..."

Cao Dun and Chen Guang: “???!!”

Executive director Cao Dun, seeing Lin Xingzhuo being criticized, originally wanted to say hello to the chief director Teng Huatao and do him a favor.

It seems unnecessary now.

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The review went awry, offending the entire crew's director and producer. Adding to that Wen Zhang's status, his rise to fame was foreseeable...

Lin Xingzhuo relied on his background to bring in funds to join the group.

The role may not be lost, but the days of filming on the set of "Home Sweet Home" will definitely be difficult.

In consideration of two packs of Three Paotai cigarettes and three bundles of cash, Executive Director Cao Dun could at most go and say a few words of comfort privately afterwards.

But it is impossible to say a few words to help directly.

Xiaolin, you are still too young and are destined to face the darkest moment in your acting career.

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"Scene 2, shot 3, 21! Action!"

In the blink of an eye, the number of NGs on the scene has exceeded twenty times...

It broke the record of the highest number of NGs in the crew of "Home Sweet Home".

“Stop!! Stop! Stop filming! What the hell are you filming!!!”

Teng Huatao held the walkie-talkie and shouted loudly. As the chief director, he made the final decision on this fight.

"Lin Xingzhuo, fuck! What's wrong with you?! Stop filming! Come here!!"

Considering that Lin Xingzhuo had brought in money, Teng Huatao gave him a little dignity and dragged him directly to the dressing room in the pre-production area, ready to criticize him harshly...

"Xiao Lin, don't be nervous. Director Teng is very easy to talk to."

Wen Zhang also went forward to straighten Lin Xingzhuo's collar, and secretly opened the microphone clip on Lin Xingzhuo's collar.

This was to make Lin Xingzhuo lose face one last time, and have him be scolded live...

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Everyone watching the show nearby knew it.

Lin Xingzhuo's brief "hidden number one" position was completely destroyed...

Lin Xingzhuo, who was following behind Teng Huatao, could clearly feel the strong malice in an instant.

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The entire crew, supporting actors, special guests, supporting actors, extras, and extras were whispering and talking to each other...

All kinds of undisguised contempt, hostility, and negative energy of gloating made Lin Xingzhuo even feel his hair stand on end.

He scanned the crowd, some of whom Lin Xingzhuo had even given cigarettes to, treated them to afternoon tea, and even helped him secure supporting roles from Executive Director Cao Dun...

Now these people are actually the most active and excited among the crowd...

In the entertainment industry, of course the winner takes all, and we’ll help whoever wins!!!

(End of this chapter)