Reborn in the Chinese Entertainment Industry: My Childhood Sweetheart is Boss Yang

Having dealt with the two big shots, Tian Zhuangzhuang and Wang Jinsong, Gu Heng strolled out of the south gate of Beijing Film Academy, crossed the street, and slipped into the gate of Vision Entertainment.

This is one of the advantages of having a company located opposite a school; you don't even need to use a bicycle for commuting.

As soon as Gu Heng entered the office, he made a phone call and summoned his uncle Liu Jun.

The consecutive box office hits of "Lost in Thailand" and "Crazy Racer" not only made Vision Entertainment famous, but also increased the net worth of the core members of the production team.

Liu Jun is now a well-known professional producer in the industry, wherever he goes.

This guy doesn't even play his favorite mahjong anymore. His only hobby is carrying around a thermos filled with goji berries and bragging to people on set, constantly reminiscing about the glorious days he spent with President Gu and Director Ning.

"Mr. Shu, you should immediately get your team started on the preliminary preparations for this project."

Gu Heng tossed the script into Liu Jun's arms.

Liu Jun happily took the notebook, and after the finance team did the calculations, they slammed the report onto Gu Heng's desk.

All things considered, the total budget is at most five million!

This is three million less than the version produced by Section Chief Jia in my previous life.

What's missing?

In my past life, the film crew chose to start filming in the freezing cold of Northeast China during the dead of winter. The cost of keeping hundreds of people warm was substantial. In addition, the daylight hours were short in winter, so the amount of footage that could be shot each day was extremely limited. If the filming period was extended, it would be a real drain on resources!

It's almost June, and the weather is hot, so we've saved ourselves this unnecessary expense.

But preparations are one thing, but the script must be submitted for review before filming can begin.

The old trick of underground directors who would smuggle themselves abroad to participate in film festivals and win awards after filming, and then pay for the tickets upon their return, is no longer viable.

If you dare to do that, even if you win the Golden Lion at Venice, the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television can still label you as violating regulations.

Tian Zhuangzhuang did just that back then, and as a result, he was banned from directing for ten years by a single decree from above!

With this bloody lesson right before his eyes, Gu Heng, though confident, would never follow the example of such a reckless fool.

After entrusting the matter of submitting the application for review to Su Qing, Gu Heng glanced at his watch; it was already completely dark.

Well, it's time to go check on my poor little fox.

Wandering back to the library study room at Beijing Film Academy, I pushed open the door and saw Yang Mi in the corner, biting her pen and staring intently at the review guide given to her by Aunt Cui.

Hearing the noise, Yang Mi raised her head, her peach blossom eyes filled with a weariness that made her feel utterly hopeless.

"Have you finished reading, you top student?"

Gu Heng moved closer and sat down beside her with practiced ease, his hand naturally resting on her long, slender, fair legs.

Although this girl is working non-stop on set, her figure is truly impeccable.

Yang Mi slapped the groping hand off her thigh in annoyance and huffed arrogantly, "Stop it! Aunt Cui said that if I fail again this time, she'll personally clean house!"

She said no, but her body betrayed her by leaning limply against Gu Heng's shoulder, complaining in a childish voice, "It's all your fault! You insisted on dragging me on a road trip, and now I can't concentrate on my studies..."

"Okay, okay, it's all my fault."

Gu Heng pulled her into his arms and pinched her cheek. "Come on, let's go back to the courtyard. Tonight, Teacher Gu will give you a personal sex education lesson. I guarantee it will refresh your mind."

"Get lost~ You're just lusting after my body, you slut!"

The two whispered sweet nothings in the study room for a while, then packed up their books and drove back to the courtyard house in a romantic atmosphere.

The day after I submitted the script for review, Han Sanping called me early the next morning.

Just recently, the appointment document was issued from above, and this Vice Chairman Han officially dropped the "Vice" title and was promoted to the top position of China Film Group.

The entire Chinese film industry was now completely dominated by Zuo Shandiao.

If someone calls at this time, it's obvious what it's about.

Gu Heng drove straight to China Film Group. As soon as he entered the office, he saw Han Sanping sitting in the main seat making tea with great gusto.

"Third Uncle, congratulations on your promotion! I'm glad I got this cup of tea."

Upon hearing the address "Third Uncle," Han Sanping's face, full of wrinkles, broke into a wide smile as he poured Gu Heng a cup from a purple clay teapot.

"Alright, stop flattering me. I've read the script for 'Mr. Tree.' Tell me, how much of the budget did you allocate to China Film Group?"

Gu Heng held up one finger: "This production has a small budget, only five million in total. I've left 10% for my third uncle!"

Han Sanping paused in his teacup, his eyelids fluttered slightly, and he smiled as he blew away the tea leaves before speaking slowly and deliberately.

"Little Gu, this book is pretty explicit..."

"You wouldn't want this script to sit in the censorship office for half a year without being released, would you?"

What the hell!

Gu Heng almost spat a mouthful of tea in his face.

This old guy is now the undisputed number one boss in the industry, how come he's reverted to his old ways!

Listen to these words, they sound so familiar it's outrageous!

Gu Heng stroked his chin, inwardly cursing.

He used this trick when he was working on Tangren Media, and it worked incredibly well for him.

Today, this boomerang has finally pierced its own forehead.

Gu Heng now fully understands the frustration Cai Yinong felt back then.

"15%!" Gu Heng gritted his teeth. "Third Uncle, that really can't be any more. Any more foresight and it won't be called being in control."

"Deal." Han Sanping's face immediately brightened, and he happily took a sip of tea.

Having connections in the central government makes things easier. In just three days, the project approval and the preliminary approval for the dragon mark for "Mr. Tree" were approved without any obstacles.

This efficiency is so impressive that it would make even the most underground directors in the industry green with envy.

Once the review was approved, Vision Entertainment immediately released an official announcement.

Movie: Hello! Mr. Tree

Director/Screenwriter: Gu Heng

Executive Producer: Tian Zhuangzhuang

Production Companies: Vision Entertainment, China Film Group

Producer: Liu Jun

As soon as the news was published, Su Qing's office landline was practically ringing off the hook.

Coal mine owners, wealthy investors, and CEOs of major film and television companies all flocked to the scene, drawn by the allure.

joke!

Who is Gu Heng now? The youngest director in the 100 million yuan club!

Even if it's just a small portion that slips through your fingers, it's still a sure-fire way to make a profit!

As a result, Su Qing revealed that this was a low-budget art film.

The bosses who were just clamoring to throw in tens of millions of dollars have all fallen silent.

Then, excuses like having a meeting, needing to pick up the kids, or even having a stomachache and diarrhea came up, and the phone was hung up faster and faster.

Isn't this ridiculous?!

If you're talking about making commercial films, everyone's scrambling to get on board.

After all, there's an unwritten rule in the industry: if a director's first film is a hit, there's a 70% chance his second one will be a hit too!

As for who are the 30% who failed?

Those who know, know; I won't name names here.

So now you're abandoning your solid commercial foundation and going off to make art films?

Or are you also the screenwriter?

How old are you?

Do you have that kind of life experience?!

For a time, public opinion and private discussions within the industry were remarkably consistent.

Everyone thought that Gu Heng had made some money.

They've gone astray.

They've completely gone overboard!