Hu Lan, who was in the military area at this time, suddenly received a call from Duan Shengyu and was a little surprised.
He originally thought that the two or three days mentioned by Xu Ji were a vague period of time.
It is estimated that it will take a week to see the script of the promotional video.
But within two days, Xu Ji actually came to the capital in person.
"Then I'll come over right now, old chief."
After Hu Lan hung up the phone, she rushed to the Radio and Television Bureau where Duan Shengyu was working.
At this time, Duan Shengyu was a little surprised when he put down the phone.
Unexpectedly, only two days later, Xu Ji took the initiative to come to the capital.
And I contacted him in advance and asked him to help arrange a meeting with Hu Lan.
Although Duan Shengyu was a little curious, he was not really looking forward to it.
It's just a promotional video, and the script is probably only a few pages.
But we can take a look at Xu Ji’s ability in directing short films like this.
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Xu Ji came to the capital this time because he came alone.
After getting off the plane, he was recognized by someone at the airport, which surprised him.
After all, I was only recognized when I was with Sha Yetong.
Because I am a songwriter and director, I don’t have much time to appear.
Fortunately, it didn't cause a big commotion, and I managed to escape after taking photos and signing autographs for a few passers-by.
When Xu Ji arrived at the Radio and Television Bureau, Duan Shengyu and Hu Lan were already waiting.
"Mr. Duan, Minister Hu."
— "Xiao Xu is here? Sit down quickly."
As time goes by, Duan Shengyu's name for Xu Ji has changed.
He is no longer called "Director Xu" politely, but the elder calls the younger generation.
After saying hello to the two of them, Xu Ji sat on the sofa and directly took out the script he had brought this time.
They were handed to Duan Shengyu and Hu Lan respectively.
Duan Shengyu realized something was wrong when he took over the script.
Why is this script so thick?
Hu Lan also noticed this.
The script of the promotional video is only a few pages at most, but what is this thick stack that was taken out?
The two of them turned their attention to the script in their hands, and then saw the four words written on it.
""Soldier Assault""
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"Director Xu, is this the promotional video script you're talking about?"
Hu Lan asked with a puzzled look.
Xu Ji nodded.
"That's right!"
Hu Lan and Duan Shengyu looked at each other.
You call this a promotional video?
They finally understood why Xu Ji's script took so long to write.
What kind of promotional video is this? Xu Ji directly wrote the script of a film and television drama.
"Forget it, let's read the script first."
Hu Lan said helplessly, and then opened the script.
He actually just wanted to find a director to make a promotional video this time.
Xu Ji directly took out the script of a drama, which was contrary to Hu Lan's original idea.
Hu Lan feels that there is a big difference in terms of cycle and investment when filming a drama.
But at least it was written carefully by Xu Ji. At least you should read the script first before politely rejecting the other party.
With this idea in mind, Hu Lan and Duan Shengyu opened the script together.
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At first, the two of them watched the show with the idea of reviewing the script, but it didn't take long before the two of them were completely immersed in the story called "Soldier Assault".
Xu Ji had no intention of urging the two of them.
It takes a long time to read the entire script.
Duan Shengyu and Hu Lan originally planned to save time and just read it roughly.
But I completely forgot about it later, and I became more and more serious about watching it, for fear of missing any of the plot.
While Xu Ji was waiting for the two of them to read the script, he dozed off on the sofa because he had stayed up late recently to write the script.
I don’t know how long I slept before I slowly woke up.
At this time, Duan Shengyu and Hu Lan finally finished reading the script.
Hu Lan, the iron-blooded soldier, and Duan Shengyu, the old man with gray hair, both had red eyes at this time.
Both of them have had considerable military experience, and their resonance with this drama will be stronger than that of ordinary people.
Especially Duan Shengyu, when he saw the name "Soldier Assault" before, he actually thought it would be the kind of story about the king of soldiers that the audience wanted to see.
But after reading it, I realized that I had underestimated Xu Ji’s script.
More dramas in the script focus on the characters' hearts and growth processes that are more touching, as well as the supporting characters who left him unable to move after watching them.
Hu Lan did not hesitate at this time. She completely changed her previous thoughts and said:
"Shoot!"
"This drama must be filmed!"
At this time, he no longer thinks about promotional videos or not.
Could there be a better recruitment propaganda film than this "Soldier Assault"?
Xu Ji was startled by Hu Lan's suddenly louder words.
Hu Lan said to Xu Ji:
"Director Xu, this time our military region's recruitment campaign is set for "Soldier Assault"!"
"If you need help and cooperation from our military region, just ask!"
As the director of the Cultural and Propaganda Department of the Military Region, Hu Lan said this.
Basically, it means that when Xu Ji is filming in the future, all aspects are expected to be green-lighted.
There will be no obstacles.
Xu Ji thanked him: "Thank you, Minister Hu."
But at this time, Duan Shengyu suddenly said:
"Xiao Hu, doesn't your military region want a propaganda video?"
"This drama has at least 20 or 30 episodes. It doesn't match the short film you mentioned before. Will it fail the review?"
Hu Lan was stunned for a moment when she heard Duan Shengyu's words.
But this is actually not much trouble for him.
Although it has changed from a short film to a drama, he still has this right.
Just when he was about to explain, he heard Duan Shengyu suddenly say:
"It's not as good as this. It's all recruitment propaganda anyway. If your military region is in trouble, we, the Radio and Television Bureau, will take over this drama."
"As for the recruitment promotional video, I will find another director for you."
Hearing Duan Shengyu's words, Hu Lan's mouth twitched.
This old leader of mine is not kind!
After reading the script, I actually started thinking about letting the Television, Radio and Television Administration become the producer of this drama.
As an official, the Film, Television, Radio and Television Administration does have some relevant investment quotas every year.
Although there are restrictions on the subject matter of TV dramas or movies, most of which are dramas, but this "Soldier Assault" definitely meets the conditions.
"No need, old chief."
"It's actually not a big problem for our military region to produce this drama."
"It shouldn't take long for my application to be approved after I submit it."
Duan Shengyu also felt a little regretful after hearing this.
But after thinking about it, he continued:
"Then let's work together as co-producers."
"We, the Radio and Television Bureau, will have to take over the announcements and broadcasts at that time."
Hu Lan didn't have any objections to the joint production, so she nodded and agreed.
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"Hello, Director Xu?"
"Yes, I'm in Beijing."
"Okay, then I'll send you the location."
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Chen Kang hung up the phone with some expectation in his heart.
But then I remembered that Xu Ji seemed to be filming a promotional video this time.
I guess it's the kind that's often not too long.
His interest suddenly dropped a lot.
After all, the plot of this kind of promotional video is generally not too complicated.
And it’s very likely that he’s still the kind of character who has no lines.
Although he agreed, Chen Kang didn't take it too seriously.
After Xu Ji left the Radio and Television Bureau, he went directly to Chen Kang's home according to the location given by the other party.
Although Chen Kang's salary as an actor is not high, he is a native of Beijing. In this place where land is at a premium, the size of the house is not small.
Three bedrooms and one living room are at least 150 square meters, and they are within the second ring road.
Seeing Xu Ji's surprised expression after coming in, Chen Kang explained in a familiar manner:
"My family's house was demolished as compensation."
"I can't afford it."
After Xu Ji sat down on the sofa, he asked:
"Where's my sister-in-law?"
Chen Kang poured a glass of water for Xu Ji, and then replied: "Take the child to the grandparents' place."
Although Chen Kang doesn't look very old, he is only in his thirties.
But it also depends on who you compare it with.
Because of Xu Ji’s status as director, it is easy for people to overlook his age.
Xu Ji is more than ten years younger than Chen Kang.
"Brother Kang, this is the script, take a look."
Xu Ji took out the prepared script and handed it to the other party.
Chen Kang was not surprised when he saw the script in Xu Ji's hand.
But when he took it and put it in his hand, he suddenly felt something was wrong.
Why is the thickness of the script of this promotional video wrong?
Is it that thick?
After Chen Kang reacted, he looked at Xu Ji in surprise.
"What do you think of the promotional video script?"
Xu Ji nodded.
The other party was asked once at Duan Shengyu's place just now, but Chen Kang unexpectedly asked him again.
"Recruitment video."
"The theme of my play is consistent."
"Both Minister Hu and Mr. Duan also think there is no problem."
Chen Kang was also a little helpless at this time.
Did he make a mistake for a long time?
At the beginning, the promotional video requested by the Hu Lan Military Region was a film and television drama?
Chen Kang did not continue to dwell on this point.
There just happened to be a new script, let’s see how Xu Ji’s drama goes this time.
Chen Kang, who hadn't taken on a role in a long time, was thinking about it as he opened the script and started reading it.
Xu Ji felt a little regretful at this time. He should have sent the electronic version of the script to Chen Kang in advance.
Now he has to wait here again for Chen Kang to finish reading the script.
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Chen Kang took longer to read the script than Xu Ji thought. It wasn't until it was almost dark that he slowly put down the script.
Then he said to Xu Ji with an excited face: "Director Xu! I want to act in this drama!"
Xu Ji nodded. Naturally, he came to Chen Kang with the intention of letting him star.
After all, you don’t have to worry about the other party’s acting skills.
In addition, Xu Ji also plans to recruit all the official actors who auditioned for "Mountains and Seas" into the crew of "Soldier Assault".
Of these characters in it, only the official acting skills of these actors made Xu Ji feel at ease.
At dinner time, Chen Kang cooked himself and made a table of sumptuous meals.
Xu Ji didn't expect that Chen Kang's cooking skills were quite good.
While helping out, he also secretly learned two dishes and planned to return to Chengdu to cook them for Sha Yetong to try.
In addition, Chen Kang's role was also finalized during the period.
He is Shi Jin, the squad leader of Xu Sanduo, the protagonist in the play.
Regarding the role Xu Ji asked him to play, Chen Kang was very satisfied and agreed.
After reading the script, he knew that many of the characters in the play were worthy of starring.
Xu Ji still did not disappoint him.
Chen Kang had already discovered this when he was filming "Love Between Mountains and Seas". Later, when he reviewed Xu Ji's previous films "Legend of Sword and Fairy 1" and "The Best of Us", he became even more certain. p>
That is, in the stories written by Xu Ji, basically all the supporting characters can leave a deep impression on the audience.
In "Soldier Assault", Chen Kang felt that Xu Ji achieved the ultimate.
Although the perspective of the entire drama still does not deviate from the perspective of the protagonist, this drama is actually a group drama.
The characters in it, even some supporting characters who don't play much, still have stories that leave a deep impression on people.
But it is a pity that this time he is still only a male supporting actor. Although there are enough scenes, Chen Kang himself also knows that the protagonist Xu Sanduo is not suitable for him.
I don’t know when Xu Ji will be able to film another drama and invite himself to be the male lead.
Xu Ji naturally didn't know what Chen Kang was thinking at this time. In addition to Chen Kang, he also asked Chen Kang to help him find suitable official actors.
Although I met a lot of people during the audition for "Mountains and Seas" actors.
But in comparison, he definitely doesn't know as much as Chen Kang about his colleagues.
After hearing what Xu Ji said, Chen Kang immediately agreed.
"Director Xu, this matter will be taken care of by me."
"Tomorrow and the day after tomorrow at most, I will call all the guys near the capital to come over for auditions!"
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Xu Ji settled in Chen Kang's home.
However, Chen Kang did not break his promise, and soon summoned many official actors to his home.
During this period, many people actually agreed to it without even thinking about it after hearing that it was Xu Ji's new drama.
Originally, Chen Kang thought it would take a lot of effort, but in the end it was solved very easily.
And this audition didn't have to be so particular, and was arranged directly at Chen Kang's home.
Although it didn't look that formal, Xu Ji didn't care about it.
For these official actors, there is basically no need to worry too much about their acting skills. The purpose of the audition is just to see what roles they are suitable for.
Xu Ji told Chen Kang that the more people come, the better.
If possible, Xu Ji also plans to invite official actors to participate in some roles that do not have many roles.
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The day of the audition.
"Old Chen, what do you think of Director Xu's drama this time?"
Before everyone arrived, someone was quietly inquiring about the news.
Since I last read the script of "Mountains and Seas", these official actors rushed over without hesitation when they heard that it was Xu Ji's new drama.
Chen Kang pretended to be mysterious and replied:
"You will know after watching it later."
Not long after everyone arrived, Xu Ji distributed the scripts.
From the beginning, it is natural for the actors to choose the roles they want to play.
If the same role selection occurs, the relevant candidates will naturally be determined through the final audition results.
What he didn't expect was that the competition for roles would be so fierce.
Even the role of Shi Jin, which was previously scheduled to be played by Chen Kang, has many people wanting to play it.
"Brother Chen, although it is true that it is first come first served, didn't we agree on fair competition?"
"Let's all act out a part and see who Director Xu chooses in the end."
Chen Kang also didn’t expect that his character would be targeted by these people. It’s in vain that he called you here!
"Just act, who is afraid of whom?"
"It's like I'm not as good at acting as you guys!"