Reborn in the Hong Kong entertainment industry in the 1980s

“He is indeed stingy.” Song Yan’an agreed. Having worked at the TV station for so many years, he was well aware of Ji Sheng’s stinginess. “You are still young. It’s good for you to go out and try your luck. If it doesn’t work out, you can always come back to film TV dramas.”

Some artists who leave television stations return to film dramas. But the prerequisite is good ratings; otherwise, they will have more opportunities. If the ratings are poor, it will be difficult for them to make a living in the future.

The market is just that realistic and cruel.

"Brother An, why don't you go into the film industry?" Hu Xiaoxiao asked curiously.

The top male and female stars of the TV station have all switched to per-episode contracts, which gives them a lot of freedom in choosing roles. If they want to try their hand at the film industry, that's perfectly fine too.

Song Yan'an said, "Don't think that just because everyone calls me 'Big Brother,' I can do everything. Although both are acting, there's a gap between the film and television industries. Being good at television doesn't necessarily mean you can be good at film, and the audiences for television and film are different. Plus, the film industry is much more complicated, and my personality isn't suited for it. Xiao Xiao, you need to be careful when you go into the film industry; it's a very dark and murky place."

Because of the booming film industry in Baogang, which was lucrative and quick to generate profits, many triads entered the industry. Bosses who came from triads were more direct and less unscrupulous in their methods.

Women in that circle, especially beautiful women, often have no choice in what they do.

Hu Xiaoxiao is prettier than most beauties, so Song Yan'an is quite worried about her.

“I know what I’m doing,” Hu Xiaoxiao said.

"Then I wish you a bright future," Song Yan'an congratulated him.

Hu Xiaoxiao smiled and thanked her, then extended her hand, "You know that Director Zhang Huai is going to make 'The God of Cars,' so you must know his phone number too."

"You're really eyeing this movie?"

"Why not give it a try?"

“Okay, I’ll copy it for you.” Song Yan’an had been in the industry for many years and knew a lot of people, including Zhang Huai. He said, “Zhang Huai works at Xinghui Film and Television Company. Xinghui Company doesn’t sign many actresses, so they often hire outside actresses. You have a good image and high popularity, so you might actually be selected.”

Hu Xiaoxiao took the phone number written down by Song Yan'an and went back to find out information about Xinghui Film and Television Company and director Zhang Huai.

Xinghui Film and Television Company has been established for less than three years, but it has already produced more than 20 films, mostly action films. During the Spring Festival this year, it released a nonsensical comedy film, which was quite popular.

Compared to Xinghui Film & Television, which has only a short history of three years, director Zhang Huai has a much longer resume. He first worked on TV dramas at Baogang TV Station, then went to Ji's Film & Television. After leaving Ji's a few years ago, he went to another film and television company, and was only recruited by Xinghui last year.

Hu Xiaoxiao went to a video store and found the movie tapes that Zhang Huai had made, and bought a few to watch.

Zhang Huai is also a director who is good at making action movies. Hu Xiaoxiao checked and found that all of his box office hits were action movies.

She's always filmed action movies and has been thinking about trying other genres. But in the current market, action films and comedies are the best-selling.

Comedy films need to have laughs, and these kinds of films are much harder to make and act in than action films.

As for art films?

Hu Xiaoxiao can't act in scenes with very delicate emotions, especially those that are depressing. She's afraid of bursting into laughter and being kicked off the set by the director.

Moreover, art films have no market; they're basically made for awards.

After much deliberation, Hu Xiaoxiao decided to audition for Zhang Huai's "The God of Cars." Instead of thinking too much, she figured she might as well get into the film industry first.

As long as she gets in, she doesn't believe she can't succeed.

Hu Xiaoxiao chose a time and called Zhang Huai.

First, he introduced himself, and then got straight to the point about the casting for "The God of Speed".

Unexpectedly, Zhang Huai was quite familiar with Hu Xiaoxiao. Upon hearing Hu Xiaoxiao's name, he laughed and said on the other end of the phone, "When you were filming the car chase scene in 'The Bund,' I happened to be filming at the cinema and I made a point of watching a few of your scenes."

Upon hearing about this connection, Hu Xiaoxiao immediately felt that she and Zhang Huai were practically acquaintances, and asked about the casting requirements.

Zhang Huai said, "It's not convenient to talk over the phone. Come to Xinghui Company and we'll talk in person."

Zhang Huai gave Hu Xiaoxiao an address and arranged to meet her the next day at noon.

The smooth start surprised Hu Xiaoxiao, and made her even more confident. The next day, she wore her favorite red dress, put on exquisite makeup, and applied bright red lipstick, looking stunningly beautiful.

Then I bought myself a brand-new black designer handbag and a pair of black high heels that I had just bought a few days ago.

I used a hairbrush to give myself a new hairstyle, and after checking in the mirror and finding no flaws, I went out looking radiant.

Xinghui Film and Television is located in a bustling commercial district. It rents an entire floor in a commercial building to operate the company. When Hu Xiaoxiao arrived at Xinghui Film and Television, the receptionist's eyes lit up when she saw her.

"Ms. Hu is here! Director Zhang instructed that we can take you directly there once you arrive," the receptionist said, leading the way.

Hu Xiaoxiao returned her a big smile, "Thank you for your trouble, beautiful lady."

The receptionist blushed slightly at the compliment and said, "Miss Hu is the real beauty. You're even more beautiful than on TV. I've been watching all of your dramas."

"My next drama, 'The Bund,' will be airing in a few months. Be sure to watch it!" Hu Xiaoxiao gave a small plug for "The Bund."

As they were talking, they arrived at Zhang Huai's office. The receptionist knocked three times, told Director Zhang, and then opened the door to invite Hu Xiaoxiao in.

Zhang Huai was sitting at his desk flipping through documents. He had a square face, a short beard, and wore black-rimmed glasses. When he heard that Hu Xiaoxiao had arrived, he looked up and his eyes lit up.

Very few people can remain unmoved when they first see Hu Xiaoxiao, because she is so beautiful, so strikingly beautiful, that she is someone who can attract attention at a glance.

Especially in recent years, her popularity has made her temperament even more outstanding, as if she shines like the sun wherever she goes.

Even Zhang Huai, who was used to seeing beautiful women, was stunned by her beauty.

During the filming of "The Bund", he watched a few scenes from the sidelines and thought Hu Xiaoxiao was exceptionally beautiful. But now, after being carefully dressed up, she is even more eye-catching.

What's even more remarkable is that, with his professional directorial perspective, he could tell at a glance that Hu Xiaoxiao's face was perfectly suited for filmmaking, as if it were a face made specifically for the big screen.

Zhang Huai had been looking forward to Hu Xiaoxiao's arrival today, and was even more delighted after meeting her in person.

After inviting Hu Xiaoxiao to sit down, they began talking about the movie "The God of Cars".

"The idea for the movie 'The Car God' came from Ms. Hu." Zhang Huai was amazed when he saw Hu Xiaoxiao and Xia Lu's car chase scene, and the idea of ​​making a movie on this subject came to mind.