With the release of "Rescue Mr. My Life", I only have one movie left in my inventory now, which is "Drug War".
It is estimated that it will not be released until next year at least, and it may take a few times to pass the censorship. Of course, you don't have to worry about it. Johnnie To has plenty of experience.
It was already the end of October, and just when Ding Hui thought that this year was over, Zhao Hong brought a new script, and it turned out that the company planned to invest in it?
"Why are you surprised?" Zhao Hong saw Ding Hui's thoughts and scolded with a smile: "Have you never seen the works invested by our company?"
Ding Hui smiled and shook his head, then nodded again. If you think about it carefully, it seems that you have really seen it.
"The ultimate goal of the six major domestic companies is to occupy the most upstream industrial chain, that is, to invest in film and television dramas. This is where the bulk of the money is made."
Zhao Hong took a sip of tea and explained: "The boss now must be China Film and Television. Needless to say about his background, Mr. Han has dominated the film and television industry for so many years. This is the best proof."
"Then there's Bona. Fatty Yu made his fortune entirely on Hong Kong Island. Now, 80% of the co-productions every year are based on one-third of an acre of land, and everyone has plenty to eat."
Ding Hui listened carefully, and Jiang Shuying, whom he had worked with before, suddenly flashed in his mind. It was rumored that this person was behind...
"The Wang brothers, who were arrogant back then, have gone downhill in the past two years, and of course they deserve it. They have offended too many colleagues by playing too much in the lower classes, and they can't even stand it anymore, so..."
Zhao Hong suddenly shut up, waved his hands and said, "Forget it, you don't need to worry about this kind of thing, just perform well."
"This script is very good. Suspense reasoning has also been a popular theme in recent years. The company plans to invest and support its own people."
"You're lucky, you can be the leading actor as soon as you join the company!"
"I remember correctly that he was also the first male protagonist, right?"
Ding Hui nodded, yes, he was indeed the first male protagonist since his debut. Looking at the thick script in his hand, there were only three words on the cover:
eyewitness!
"The director is Xin Yukun, the same one who made the film Maze of the Heart two years ago." Zhao Hong continued: "The male lead is you, and the female lead is Wan Qian, who is also from our company."
"The other actors are pretty much the same. By the way, Ding Yu is the second female lead, so the wealth will not go to outsiders."
Ding Hui curled his lips. As expected of a big company, it was very good at cost control.
It must be a low cost. No matter the subject matter or the lineup, it is clear at a glance. The biggest name among all the people combined is actually yourself?
However, Wan Qian is pretty good and can be considered an underrated actor, so she looks forward to the opportunity to work with her.
Ding Yu hasn’t seen each other for a few months. We usually chat on WeChat when she has nothing to do. I don’t know how her acting skills are progressing, but after all, she has a background, so it’s normal for her to get the second female lead.
To put it bluntly, the cost is still small. The total investment will not exceed 6 million, and it is not even as bold as some Internet giants with deep pockets.
But after all, it is Zhongtian, and the resources and channels of being one of the six major companies are not empty. In fact, according to investment analysis, the smaller the cost, the higher the chance of making big gains.
Every year, big projects and big productions are full of sweet potato, every carrot is a pitfall, and the investment risks are also high. Even if it is a big six, it must be cautious, and it is not a casual joke.
According to Ding Hui's idea, as long as the investment exceeds 100 million, it is a big project, and the biggest cost is hiring actors. The biggest expenditure for film and television dramas is often eight figures for front-line projects.
No way, it’s been okay in the past few years, because there are many low-cost hits on the Internet platform. If it were replaced by the previous TV station procurement mechanism...
No one can get ahead!
"Let's read the script first." Seeing that Ding Hui was silent, Zhao Hong pointed at the script and said with a smile, "Brother's vision is still confident."
Ding Hui opened the script and was quickly attracted by the plot. The more he read, the more serious he became. He actually felt like he couldn't stop.
"How?" Seeing Ding Hui turn the last page, Zhao Hong asked with a half-smile, "Do you want to act or not?"
"Act!" Ding Hui said nothing. Missing the script like this is simply a waste of resources.
"Hahaha, okay." Zhao Hong had already expected it. After working together for a year, he already knew the character of this guy. He is definitely a good prospect who is willing to endure hardships and sacrifices for the role. As long as he encounters a good script, everything else will not matter.
While fumbling with the script, Ding Hui's mind was still immersed in the plot and couldn't extricate himself. He is worthy of being a director who can make a maze of hearts. This script is so good.
Needless to say, the plot has ups and downs, and the twists and turns are even more exciting. I once heard the highest praise for the so-called suspense reasoning...
Unexpected and reasonable!
This script did it!
This is not the important point. What shocked Ding Hui the most was the other four words:
Everyone is evil!
Each character is one of a kind, but there is no good person!
"Go to the company tomorrow to sign the contract and meet the director then." Zhao Hong stood up and arranged: "You don't have to worry about the rest. Prepare the role well and join the team to start filming as soon as possible."
After sending Zhao Hong away, Ding Hui read the script again. The more he read, the more details he discovered, and the more he studied, the more chilling he became.
Is this suspense reasoning?
Scarier than horror movies!
I’m really looking forward to meeting Xin Yukun. I watched Labyrinth of the Heart back then, and it’s definitely a rare suspense masterpiece in recent years. What’s more, I heard that the filming cost was less than one million?
Is there not a single professional actor in the entire film?
This is called the strength of a director!
Of course, a Douban score of over 8 points cannot save the fact that the box office flopped. There is no other way. This is also the result of market choice.
It's cruel, but also very true.
How can there be so many dark horses that are both popular and popular?
Every director who plans to make a film has only two outcomes. The first is to take a niche route and strive to win awards, without considering any commercial market.
Or it is a purely commercial film, which is made just to make money, and whatever the audience likes is made. As for the so-called artistic pursuit of aesthetic needs...
It's all bullshit!
According to this standard, what Ding Hui admires the most is director Wang Jing. Feng Feng has produced many popular works, whether comedies or gambling films, and has made many kings and queens famous.
Later, various commercial films were made, which made the audience irritated and scolded them, but did they hinder others from making money?
As a result, if you take it seriously, your dragon-chasing skills will shock everyone!
I won’t discuss the level for now, at least I can live a transparent life!
People need to be self-aware.
Ding Hui likes this script very much, especially the setting of all the villains. This is the real society, this is the bloody life.
Maybe it's because of my upbringing, but if I look at myself, my personality is still dark. There's no doubt about it. The excitement of playing a villain can't be suppressed at all.
I was a little resistant at first, but now I have accepted it. I have no choice. This is my true heart. What can I do if I feel like a fish in water playing the role of a villain?
Since you can't resist, then accept it. Is this what the villain is doing?
Even if he plays well, he still beats the protagonist!