In the entertainment industry, everyone has been reborn, but who will be their servant?

Chapter 29 Two Months, Three Parts
After finishing their business, the two drank coffee and chatted about their ideals and dreams. Liu Yifei ate cake and was very talkative and cheerful, laughing from time to time.

When it was almost time, the two went out, and Liu Yifei called the waiter to settle the bill.

"Didn't you say I'd pay the bill?" Qin Xuan asked in surprise.

“It’s not good to use investors’ money. It would sound terrible if word got out. You should be more careful. You’re at a critical time right now, so it’s best not to do anything like this.” After saying that, Liu Yifei waved and got into her car.

Using investors' money for personal consumption is illegal; if someone really wants to order something from him, they can.

Qin Xuan stood there, speechless for a moment. To be honest, he was somewhat moved by Liu Yifei's character.

Although it was just a trivial matter, it revealed his care and consideration for others.

Qin Xuan took a deep breath.

Actually, he does have some money, not much, but enough to have a meal or a coffee.

All the funds for the three films arrived within a week, and the filming location was also chosen: the old Shougang factory area in Shijingshan District.

Shougang is relocating, and the area has been abandoned.

Of course, the old factory buildings have been preserved, giving it an industrial atmosphere. It can be used as a filming location for "12 Citizens" without any set design.

The Republican-era style of "Fame and Fortune" and the supermarket setting of "Nightclub" still need to be set up.

However, there are old factory buildings with high ceilings here, and the space is more than enough. The rental fee is only tens of thousands.

They filmed "Nightclub" first, as it had the simplest plot and the shortest filming period.

Inside the high-ceilinged factory building, the scene for "Nightclub" is being set up, which is actually a supermarket. The exterior walls are made of foam board, and the shelves are sourced from a flea market.

As for the goods on the shelves, all they need is a box; to give them a sense of weight, they should be filled with either sand or water.

As long as it looks convincing, that's fine.

This place doesn't need to be sealed off; basically, no one will come here.

The staff on site were busy setting up the scene, and Qin Xuan and Li Miao were carrying a cashier table.

He was the prop master and art director for this film; the set design and the props used all went through him.

"It feels like a dream; this is the first time I've ever taken on such a major responsibility all by myself," Li Miao said, moving the table.

"Are you under pressure?" Qin Xuan asked.

"Of course there's pressure. I'm busy until midnight every day, afraid of making a mistake and letting the audience see this or that blooper," Li Miao said.

"Pressure is a good thing; it helps you grow faster. This visual effect is simple, but the next two will be a bit more difficult."

Qin Xuan then asked, "Should we put it here?"

"Just put it here." Li Miao glanced at it.

Qin Xuan put down the table and then went to Zhang Linke's place, where he was fiddling with a camera with great interest.

“This is a popular high-definition digital camera right now!” Zhang Linke said, fiddling with the lens.

"Yes, film is too expensive, and it hurts to keep shooting, so we're using digital," Qin Xuan said.

Film is a waste of film if it's not shot well and you have to reshoot it, so in the past, movies were made with as few "cuts" as possible!
It also honed the acting skills of actors from the past. If your acting skills are not good, no one will tolerate you. It's all shaped by the environment.

Later, when the numbers came out, it didn't matter anymore; filming a scene dozens of times would just be a waste of time.

"The school doesn't have this yet!" Zhang Linke exclaimed happily.

"Work hard, and I'll get you even better equipment to operate in the future." Qin Xuan patted him on the shoulder.

Qin Xuan worked while also inspecting the crew and encouraging them. After all, they were all newcomers and not very skilled, so they needed confidence. The only veteran among them was his uncle, Wu Guoqiang.

It was like a dream to him. He had just returned when he heard that his nephew was going to make a movie. At first, he didn't believe it, but when he arrived at the place, it was already a construction site.

"How could you not discuss such a big matter with me?" Wu Guoqiang inspected the newly delivered lighting equipment. Although he was scolding him, he was still very attentive.

The lights are all housed in flight cases, which are shockproof and look quite expensive.

"You've been so busy, you haven't had time. Besides, I already told you." The reason Qin Xuan didn't tell him was...

If he says it, we must stop him!
“What’s the use of telling me now? Making a movie is not child’s play. How much money do you have left?” Wu Guoqiang wanted him to return the money.

"They're all in, that's all," Qin Xuan said.

"Oh dear, what are we going to do now that we've lost money? Can't we be more careful and not be so impulsive?" Wu Guoqiang sighed.

"Since you're so worried about me losing out, then cooperate and make this movie a success," Qin Xuan said.

Wu Guoqiang looked worried and distressed.

Qin Xuan didn't say much. This guy was a liability and a teammate who was dragging his feet. No matter what he said, he could only advise him to be more steady and down-to-earth.

If you can get rich by being down-to-earth, you must have been rich in your past life.

"President Xuan, they've all arrived," Shen Ao said as he approached.

Qin Xuan looked ahead and saw Wang Yanhui, Zhang Songwen, Zhang Yu, Tan Zhuo and others looking around curiously.

"Hello, Teacher Wang, Teacher Zhang, Teacher Zhang, Teacher Tan." Qin Xuan stepped forward and shook their hands.

They were very enthusiastic, which made Wang Yanhui, Zhang Songwen, Zhang Yu, and Tan Zhuo feel flattered.

They were invited to film the movie; in other words, the other party was the boss, and they were just employees.

"You're too kind!" The group seemed rather reserved.

Wang Yanhui is only 37 years old, Zhang Songwen is 31, Zhang Yu is 25, and Tan Zhuo is 24. This woman looks a bit like Hao Lei, and their ages are all suitable, even though they look quite old.

They shook hands with Qin Xuan and then curiously looked him over without saying a word, glancing at him from time to time, and looking away when their eyes met.

Qin Xuan noticed their gazes and introduced himself, "My name is Qin Xuan, they all call me President Xuan, you can just call me Xiao Xuan."

“Let’s still call you General Manager Xuan!” Wang Yanhui said.

They wouldn't dare call him "Little Xuan," that would be too presumptuous. Besides, he was just being polite; they shouldn't take it seriously.

But I still have a very good impression of Qin Xuan!

"A name is just a label; you can call yourself anything."

Qin Xuan smiled and gestured for them to take a look around, saying, "The reason I invited you this time is to have you act in three movies, which will take about two months."

"Three movies? Two months?" The four looked at each other in bewilderment, as they hadn't been told it was three movies before they came.

Three movies in two months is a bit of an exaggeration!

"Yes, don't rush to make a decision. Read the script first, then decide. You can read it here. Regardless of whether you accept the job or not, your travel expenses will be reimbursed. You won't have come for nothing." Qin Xuan took out the script and distributed it to the four people.

The four of them reached out and took it, feeling surprised and uncertain. They were actually quite emotional, as they usually worked themselves to the bone and couldn't even get a single role.

However, once they arrived here, they were asked to act in three films. It's really hard to say what life's twists and turns are like.

(End of this chapter)