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Chapter 13 Huang Shengyi's Little Plan

Tian Xiaole, as a dark horse in commercial films, achieved a box office revenue of over 30 million with an investment of 3 million, and became famous with a tenfold return on investment.

The news that he went to the Film Bureau to submit the script for review had spread.

For a while, many people came to inquire.

State-owned enterprises include Shanghai Film Group and Xi'an Film Group.

There are even more private enterprises, such as Huayi, Bona, Guangxian, etc., and of course school teachers.

After learning that it was an art film with rural themes, most people's enthusiasm cooled down.

It is a well-known fact that art films do not sell at the box office.

In addition, the current film market is thriving and everyone is thinking about making commercial films, so everyone's attitude is easy to understand.

The person who called was a vice president of Shanghai Film Group, who said that they could be contacted for cooperation in making commercial films in the future, and then the call ended abruptly.

Xiying said it was powerless and that after the reform of state-owned enterprises, they were also struggling to survive.

Huayi's attitude was rather ambiguous. Wang Zhonglei called personally and spoke in a more high-sounding manner, saying that he was willing to invest part of the money as support for his own people.

"As for the actors...?"

"The actors have already been chosen, so there's no need for Uncle Wang to worry about it."

Bernardo's attitude was very cold. As a film and television company that had only been established for four years, they did not have any spare money to invest in a rural-themed film that was doomed to lose money.

Tian Xiaole didn't mention the investment because it wasn't Yu Dong himself who called, and he didn't consider letting them invest again afterwards.

Guangguang was the most enthusiastic, and Wang Changtian generously promised to undertake the film investment costs, just as a way of making friends.

The school is the most concerned, and what they talk about most is whether they need help and whether they should take care of their brothers and sisters at school.

The huge success of [Crazy Supermarket] is not only a shining example of teaching achievement, but also the best recruitment advertisement.

"Xiao Le, the actors are better from your own school. Try to choose students from your school."

"Teacher, this is a literary work..."

"Art films are great, the school fully supports them..."

After hearing that it was an art film, the school teacher didn't mention the actors anymore.

I also know that students from Beijing Film Academy cannot handle it.

Ever since receiving the first call from Shanghai Film Group, Tian Xiaole has been overwhelmed with the situation. He didn't know when his mobile phone number was leaked, but people came to inquire about the situation, whether they knew him or not.

After hanging up the last call, I was weighing the pros and cons in my mind.

Starting from the Guangguang advertising business, it can provide great support in publicity. Huayi is a first-class company in the industry in marketing and packaging promotion, and can also provide help.

After comprehensively considering these factors, we decided to allow these two companies to join.

He contributed his own director's and screenwriter's fees, plus one million in cash, for a 5% share.

As a state-owned enterprise and the initial investor, China Film Group Corporation is only taking 20% ​​of the 2 million investment. Anyone would say that it is reasonable.

Guangxian and Huayi each invested two million and got a 1.5% share, which is considered a premium for buying tickets.

This is the distribution plan given by Tian Xiaole. As the project leader, he has the right to make this distribution.

I sent a text message and informed the three companies.

They all responded quickly and agreed with the distribution system proposed by Tian Xiaole.

Calculated in this way, the actual production cost of "Maze" is 700 million, which is enough for a low-cost rural suspense film.

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After the film funding is confirmed, it is time to consider expanding Xiaole Pictures' office space and various departments.

In just two days, Tian Xiaole, through the introduction of an intermediary, found the company's office location, which was not far from the three major universities.

Not only is it convenient for returning to school, it is also convenient for teachers and students who come to audition.

Two receptionists and two financial staff were recruited.

I also made appointments with several senior brothers and sisters in charge of lighting, costumes, scenes, and art of the supermarket.

After graduation, they also had to go out to find a job. Tian Xiaole offered a good salary, so they all agreed to join Xiaole Film without much hesitation.
It was five days later when he had finished everything and only then did he remember to hire an assistant.

Once the crew is formed and the film enters the shooting stage, he will also need such a mouthpiece.

I also posted a recruitment announcement for an assistant, and the requirements were also very simple.

Just keep your mouth shut, be smart, and be able to read people's expressions.

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Time flies, and it's time for the new semester at Beijing Film Academy. The most discussed topic on campus isn't Zhang Yimou's new play, "House of Flying Daggers," or Feng Xiaogang's "A World Without Thieves," or even the art film Tian Xiaole is planning to make.

But it's a Stephen Chow movie.

[Kung Fu] The selection of the leading actress at Beijing Film Academy is currently the hottest topic among the three major universities.

Teachers and students can be seen discussing it everywhere.

Zhou Xingchi's influence is unquestionable. As long as you star in his movies, you have the chance to become famous overnight.

"Lao Pu, come with me and don't go back to Korea."

In dormitory 208, Tian Xiaole tried his best to persuade his roommate.

As a graduate student in the Department of Photography, Park Jong-hwa is a piece of jade.
Tian Xiaole carefully polished his skills and was confident that he could become an outstanding photographer, let alone win international awards.

After all, he has decades of experience in photography and can impart the latest and most advanced concepts and techniques.

"I'm sorry to disappoint you. I plan to return to China after I get my degree. I also want to make a career."

Park Jong-hwa said this very seriously, unlike his usual cheerful self.

But it’s true that people who can study abroad in this era are not from ordinary families.

"[Heart Maze], come and help me. Don't you still have half a semester? I can write a paper on the topic of movies."

Tian Xiaole didn't try to persuade him anymore, and let him take charge of the camera, which would save a lot of trouble.

"Of course that's no problem. Art films are what I'm best at."

Park Jong-hwa patted his chest to make a promise.

"Let's join forces and win a big prize."

Tian Xiaole said with a smile, and the two looked at each other and nodded heavily.

Also at this time.

The cell phone on the bed rang. It was Huang Shengyi calling.

This was probably the hottest topic in the school, and she couldn't contain herself any longer. Logically, her hopes should have increased infinitely.

[Supermarket] Tang Xiaolian's appearance is a replica of the pure image in the previous world's [Kung Fu].

"Junior Sister Huang?"

"Brother Xiaole, I'd like to invite you to dinner. Are you free?"

"A big star invites me to dinner. Of course I'm free. Just send me the time and place."

Tian Xiaole said with a smile that he wanted to see what tricks this little girl could perform. During the Spring Festival alone, he had seen two commercials she filmed on TV.

Shampoo and learning machine, the lines are very magical.

At 7:30 in the evening, in a luxuriously decorated hotel room, Tian Xiaole saw Huang Shengyi dressed differently from usual.

She wore bright makeup, tight jeans, a cartoon-patterned T-shirt, and her hair was loose.

Being famous does make you feel better, and you appear more confident and generous.

"Brother Xiaole, you're here. Is there anything you like to eat?"

Huang Shengyi smiled, quickly stood up, pulled out the stool, and handed over the menu again, still as attentive as usual.

"Just order what you want. I can eat anything."

Seeing Huang Shengyi's unchanged flattering and humble attitude, Tian Xiaole nodded inwardly.

She has a people-pleasing personality. If you intentionally distance yourself from her, she will be more proactive in getting closer to you.

After the waiter took out the ordered menu, the two began to chat.

"Junior sister, why are you being so attentive to me for no reason? Why are you thinking of treating me to a meal?" Tian Xiaole joked.

"Brother, if you keep saying that, I will ignore you~"

Huang Shengyi pouted, his face puffed up, and turned his face away.

"Okay, I won't tease you anymore, okay!"

Tian Xiaole found this scene very interesting.

(End of this chapter)