Chinese entertainment director starts with filmmaking

The next day, in a private club, Gu Qing stretched and yawned, feeling refreshed all over.

Long-term fatigue is completely relieved after a massage and bone setting.

At twenty-three, her body was in its prime, and the loss of that later-age air made Gu Qing feel somewhat uneasy.

After changing his clothes, he followed Ning Hao back to Ning Hao's house, where Senior Xing Aina was preparing lunch.

"You're here, don't be shy, find a place to sit, and help yourself to whatever you want to drink."

"Sister-in-law, you're too kind. I'm the one who's causing you trouble."

Taking the slippers from the other person, Gu Qing quickly thanked them.

"Hey, why didn't you serve me when I got home? Gu Qinglai, on the other hand, was busy taking care of everything."

Ning Hao changed into his own slippers and said indignantly.

"Tch, I'm more tired than you every day. I also have to take care of your three meals a day. I'm already being kind by not letting you serve me."

"I'm doing all the laundry, cooking, and housework for you, and I'm expected to treat you like a king at home?"

As expected of someone with a literature background, Xing Aina was quick-witted and eloquent. After several exchanges, she left Ning Hao red-faced and speechless.

Perhaps Ning Hao's good moral character was partly due to the strict discipline he received from his partner.

"Alright, alright, senior, I'm really craving your braised pork. I haven't had it in years."

Seeing the two of them start arguing, Gu Qing quickly pulled Ning Hao into the living room. Although she knew that nothing would happen to their relationship, it was still a bit unsettling to see it happen to her.

Only now did he seriously examine Ning Hao's home.

It's an ordinary two-bedroom, one-living-room bungalow, probably around 100 square meters. Although the house is small, it has everything you need, and all kinds of daily necessities give it a modern feel.

A potted green ivy is planted at the junction of the living room and the balcony. Its branches and leaves are lush, and it is clear that it has been carefully cared for.

Two recliners were placed on the balcony, and several film and television materials were placed on a nearby coffee table.

In your leisure time, basking in the sun, drinking tea, and reading a book is indeed a unique experience.

Ning Hao nudged Gu Qing, and the two went to the balcony together.

"Once the box office revenue is distributed, I'll buy a big house and move in with Nana."

"Then you still don't have enough money, Brother Hao. You need to take on more jobs and work as hard as you can."

"Hey, you're right. Don't be fooled by the impressive box office of over 20 million. In reality, I'll only get a few hundred thousand."

Ning Hao grinned, feeling utterly helpless.

"You should buy a house as early as possible, because the price will only go up later."

Gu Qing paused for a moment, then spoke from the perspective of someone who had been through it all.

At this point in time, it's too late to talk about hoarding courtyard houses; just buy a few villas in a few prime locations.

Beijing's housing prices haven't yet reached a period of explosive growth. In the Chaoyang and HD areas, the price is still around 10,000 yuan per square meter, which isn't too expensive.

"Alright, so what about you? What do you think? Why don't you come with me?"

"I know your photography skills too. Wouldn't it be much better to work with me on a movie than on still photography?"

Ning Hao took a sip of tea, skipped the topic of buying a house, and casually mentioned it.

He didn't mention it yesterday because there were too many people around, but he brought it up today when it was just the two brothers, also to save face for Gu Qing.

Although he spends most of his time shooting music videos.

"Brother Hao, actually after graduation, I also worked on a script. I wanted to shoot a short film myself to practice."

Instead of directly refusing, Gu Qing expressed her thoughts.

He wasn't trying to be someone's underling; he was just young and ambitious, and how could he not try his luck and make the most of those classic scripts in his mind and his days and nights studying directing techniques?

Ning Hao was both surprised and delighted upon hearing this. He was happy that the other party was willing to accept his help, but he was worried because he knew this path would not be easy and feared that the other party would suffer as many setbacks as he had.

When he was filming "Incense", Xing Aina gave him 20 yuan. Later, when he filmed "Green Grassland", she gave him another 15 yuan. It was through repeated polishing and learning from experience that he achieved the success of "Stone" today.

Fortunately, Gu Qing had some sense of propriety and knew to start with short films.

"Okay, I naturally support you if you want to make a movie. Just let me know if you need anything."

Gu Qing nodded, not refusing the other party's kindness.

To be honest, if a director says he wants to make a movie or a short film, most people would just scoff at him, because the two fields are so different.

Ning Hao's decision to let him learn from the team was the right thing to do. The fact that he didn't immediately try to dissuade him shows the trust between brothers.

Ning Hao probably intended to make him run into a wall, but Gu Qing was no longer the Gu Qing he remembered who had just graduated from school.

"Wash your hands and eat. You two brothers, you've been chatting forever."

In the living room, Xing Aina, carrying a bowl of corn and pork rib soup, called out to the two of them.

"Alright, let's eat first. This isn't urgent. You're still young, so broaden your horizons."

Ning Hao rolled up his sleeves and began setting out the bowls and chopsticks.

Gu Qing wanted to step forward to help, but Xing Aina pressed her down into a chair.

"Xiao Qing, you're a guest, so please sit down. You can have a few more drinks with your brother Hao later."

"Sister-in-law, I can't hold my liquor well, I'm afraid I can't drink much."

"I wouldn't allow you to drink too much. We're all family, a little is fine to liven things up. After dinner, you can take a nap at home."

Gu Qing had no choice but to agree to each request. While she was touched, she also felt regret for her past self.

A sense of pride without ability is useless and will only hurt those who truly care about you.

At the dinner table, Ning Hao, his face flushed from drinking, reminisced about his days at the Beijing Film Academy. He recalled how his photography students audited classes and were ridiculed countless times, but thankfully, he had now proven himself.

Although Gu Qing was also under the influence of alcohol, his mind was perfectly clear.

Fame, fame, and more fame—nothing emboldens young people more than fame!

Since he had already decided to stay in the capital, Gu Qing asked Ning Hao to help him find a place to live, as he couldn't stay in a hotel forever.

In the following days, besides sorting out the knowledge and scripts in her mind, Gu Qing spent more time integrating into society.

Five years is enough time for a country to undergo a complete transformation, let alone more than a decade.

The less convenient lifestyle also made him feel uncomfortable.

Sometimes, the conflict between what his eyes see and what he remembers in his mind makes him feel even more disoriented.

I made a few phone calls home, and my parents are both doing well, so I told them not to worry too much.

Familiar friends and family helped him integrate into this world more quickly.

He had already come up with his first script, but while he was copying it down, Ning Hao called him over again.

"This is your victory celebration banquet, why did you call me here?"

"Are you stupid? Take advantage of this time to get to know more people. Didn't you say you'd make movies someday?"

Gu Qing chuckled. He was still too concerned about his image. For a newcomer like him who wanted to become a director, increasing his exposure was undoubtedly a good thing.

It was also because he subconsciously didn't want to trouble others; once you enter this circle, social interactions are indispensable.

The investor in "Crazy Stone" is China Film Group, so the celebration banquet was naturally also hosted by China Film Group.

China Film Group has a lot of influence; basically all the major private film and television companies have sent their representatives to the event.

Ning Hao's 20 million yuan box office may not seem like much, but it foreshadows the booming development of the film market and also marks an opportunity for the rise of non-academic directors.

With this precedent, attracting investment in the future will be much easier.

Looking at Ning Hao, who was the center of attention, Gu Qing felt a pang of envy.

This is the epitome of overnight fame.