The only sun in Huayu

Chapter 14 Targets "Paperclip"

Beijing Film Studio.

The production department, which is usually quite quiet, was bustling with activity today.

A Land Rover Range Rover ignored the designated factory parking lot and parked directly downstairs in front of the production department.

The building is an old-style, multi-story office building, its gray exterior walls appearing even more dignified in the bleakness of winter.

Chen Hui got out of the car; he looked to be in his forties.

Upon seeing him, the production department employees who were arriving at work displayed a variety of expressions.

Some looked thoughtful, while others frowned slightly.

Some acquaintances came up and joked, "Old Chen, haven't seen you for months, have you gone abroad for vacation?"

"Brother Zhang," Chen Hui said with a smile, wearing sunglasses, "we went to scout locations, so don't wrong me. I'm just doing my part for our factory."

Brother Zhang chuckled, "Who doesn't know what kind of person you are? What brings you here?"

Chen Hui's father was half a generation older than Wu Dai, and his grandfather was even more remarkable, being the factory's first leader.

In terms of connections, only Tian Lili, whose father was the first factory director, could surpass him after being transferred to the Beijing Film Academy as the head of the directing department.

Chen Hui said, "I just heard that our factory is going to do a big project, and it's for a new director. I was thinking that the factory should send an experienced person to supervise the site, so that the young people won't be taken advantage of. Back then, my dad was involved in 'Farewell My Concubine' and he praised it to me for more than ten years. I thought I should also put my name on it to help keep the people below in check! If word gets out, it will be a good story."

He didn't hide these words from anyone, and many people sneered inwardly, thinking it was obvious he wanted to collect management fees and put people with connections into the production crew to earn salaries without working.

I silently sighed for Shen Shandeng; he was really unlucky to have met someone like that.

Old Zhang cautioned, "Third Master has already got his eye on this project; be careful not to run into trouble."

"It still tastes the same." Chen Hui ignored him and went inside.

Chen Hui followed Lao Zhang into the office and sat down, looking out the window: "We're just helping out, Han, you should at least have some principles, right?"

Under the guise of "assisting in controlling the process," they obtain the titles of executive producer or planning director, and then control budget approval and supplier selection.

What could Han Sanping say if Shen Shandeng agreed?
Interfering in every little detail will only make you a laughingstock.

The option that Shen Shandeng did not agree to was not within Chen Hui's consideration.

Did he think that getting a master's degree at Beijing Film Academy made him an insider? While he was playing with cameras and film at the Beijing Film Studio, Shen Shandeng was probably playing in the mud somewhere!
"What are you saying!" Chen Hui's words startled Old Zhang.

I glanced at the door and saw that it was properly closed before I breathed a sigh of relief.

"Alright." Chen Hui glanced out the window, then paused, wiped the condensation from his eyes, and upon seeing the person outside, suddenly smiled: "Looks like someone else is thinking the same thing as me."

Old Zhang was also amused. A professor from the Beijing Film Academy who was on temporary assignment at the Beijing Film Studio, whom he rarely saw, had arrived today.

Needless to say, as a senior mentor at the Beijing Film Academy, he must have been worried that Shen Shandeng wouldn't be able to handle the project.

If you don't bring in a few people, let some professors guide the production team, or give them the title of consultant, it will be very difficult to get through.

Old Zhang clicked his tongue in amazement; the project had only just been established, yet it had already attracted a lot of covetous eyes.

Even Han Sanping's reputation was useless in front of these people.

Chen Hui suggested, "Everyone wants a share. Are you interested, brother? I think that guy surnamed Han is determined to support him. The multi-million dollar project is just an appetizer; the real prize is yet to come."

Chen Hui appeared relaxed, but he was still somewhat afraid of Han Sanping.

Of course, he also looked down on Han Sanping a bit, saying that his thinking was rigid and he lacked an international perspective.

China Film Group has the right to film imported movies. As long as Hollywood blockbusters are released two weeks apart, China Film Group will make more money, the cinemas will be happy, and the film market will prosper.

Sometimes they just make things unpleasant for everyone. They have a gold mine, but they insist on using a spoon to mine it.

Upon hearing this, Old Zhang's heart stirred, but he was also a little intimidated by Han Sanping's methods. He didn't have a good father or grandfather, so he decided to wait and see.

the other side.

Early in the morning.

Shen Shandeng went to his territory, Shunwei Public Relations Company's office, feeling refreshed.

The establishment of this company is related to Shen Shandeng's dark history.

He was kicked out of the music industry before he even entered it, forcing him to pay attention to public relations and public opinion.

The office is located in an old commercial and residential building slightly east of Zhichun Road, which is close to Shen Shandeng School and his residential area.

After all, he spends most of his time at school. In the car.

Seeing that they weren't heading towards China Film Group, Zhou Qifeng was puzzled: "Senior brother, aren't we going to China Film Group?"

Shen Shandeng countered, "We've achieved our goal and gained Han Sanping's support, so what's the point of doing anything else?"

Zhou Qifeng felt that this was precisely why he had to go: "The 'The Eunuch' project, we need to assemble a crew and we need people, right?"

Shen Shandeng laughed: "Back then, when Han Sanping made 'The Dream Factory,' he hired Feng Xiaogang as the director. He wanted to promote a blockbuster strategy, and he also needed people. How many directors did Beijing Film Studio have? Chen Kaige was half a director, and Huang Jianxin, a classmate from the advanced training program, was from Xi'an Film Studio. When he had no one else available, he had to ask a director from Hong Kong, and he was taken advantage of."

"Behind the scenes, the people who can be used at Beijing Film Studio are definitely very busy. Projects like 'The Warlords' and 'Red Cliff' all need people, so it's not our turn. Why would we hire people who aren't busy?"

"Invite an ancestor?"

Having lived two lives, Shen Shandeng has witnessed all sorts of bizarre situations. For example, during home renovations, some children would tell their elderly parents not to hire relatives, but they would still hire relatives anyway. Even though they were offering projects and money, it would make them feel like they owed someone a favor.

If things go well, that's fine; the relationship will deepen.

If you encounter someone who takes advantage of your personal relationships, it's difficult to protect your rights, and the losses go beyond just money.

A house is for living in. If the house is poorly made, the whole family will suffer.

Shen Shandeng faced a similar situation. He was a student at the Beijing Film Academy, and countless seniors and teachers at the Beijing Film Studio were his seniors. Even though he was the one who provided the projects, these people probably wouldn't say thank you.

Zhou Qifeng realized he had said something foolish.

Sure enough, the teacher was right; he still needed to observe and listen more.

Shen Shandeng had a clear understanding that Han Sanping's greatest role was to open doors for him and to provide direction.

While grand narratives and strategic routes may move Han Sanping, they don't necessarily resonate with others.

People who are easy to talk to in front of Han Sanping are a different story when Han Sanping is not around.

Put yourself in Shen Shandeng's shoes. If he worked in a unit and worked his way up for many years to reach a certain position, and then a young man suddenly came in and received tremendous support from the main leaders.

It's impossible not to feel uncomfortable.

The King of Hell is easy to talk to because he's not an ox or a horse. Ox-Head and Horse-Face are difficult to deal with because oxen and horses have to take responsibility for their mistakes, and doing good deeds doesn't necessarily bring merit.

At present, Shen Shandeng is nothing more than a beast of burden.

Therefore, we must be down-to-earth.

Moreover, Shen Shandeng wanted to keep control of the projects, such as "The Eunuch" and "Brotherhood of Blades".

It's both about maximizing personal interests and something only he has the corresponding understanding of.

Let's not talk about grand strategies, but only about specific operations.

Shen Shandeng is aiming for a November release for "The Governor".

It must be completed before November.

Only in this way can we have a chance to take advantage of the remaining screening slots left by the end of "Paperclip".

As long as we can catch this timing, commercially, "The Eunuch" will not lose.

Only Shen Shandeng knew these things, and only he could seize the fleeting opportunity.

No one else could do it but him!
No one can do it!
Only by truly and thoroughly controlling the "Du Gong" project, rather than just nominally controlling it, can Shen Shandeng fully implement his will in the film.

"arrive."

As soon as the car stopped, Ma Youde, the public relations manager, jogged over to open the door and placed his hand on the car frame: "Boss, you've finally arrived."

Shen Shandeng got straight to the point: "Youde, do me a favor."

“I can definitely do it, boss,” Ma Youde assured him.

Shen Shandeng said, "Go and send a letter to Wu Jing, asking him to be my second male lead, assistant director, producer, and martial arts choreographer. Of course, our project has a limited budget, so we can only offer one salary."

"Huh, me?" Ma Youde was stunned.

　Two updates today.

　　I'm feeling much better. I went to the hospital yesterday and spent 700 yuan. It's true what they say, you can't afford to get sick. Luckily, it was just a positive result, and my lungs are fine. And the lung-clearing and detoxifying soup really works. After drinking it, my trachea felt much better. I took a nap, and I have a bit of a cough again, but after two more days of medication, I should be fine.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)