"Boss, you want to go to TVB or ATV's training camp to select trainees. That's easy too. As long as you give some benefits to TVB or ATV, it will be fine.
For example, if you, boss, want to cast a TVB or ATV artist as the protagonist in your next movie, I believe they will agree.
Boss, the two major companies don’t take trainees that seriously because there are a large number of new people pouring in every year, the company does not have enough resources, there are more wolves than meat, and only a few can truly stand out.
Even 99% of them started out as extras and climbed up step by step, and some even changed their careers in the end.
As for the trainees that TVB and ATV really like, they must have signed contracts long ago. Although the rest have certain potential and talent, it may not be enough for TVB or ATV to put all their efforts into training them.
These trainees are often marginalized, lacking both exposure and crucial resources. They can only work their way up through experience. Perhaps we can identify and cultivate talent among these trainees." "Having worked at TVB, Chan Kar-ying knows the ropes."
I also know the situation of the trainees.
"That's really the case." After Chen Jiaying mentioned this, Zhang Qiurui thought of many Hong Kong celebrities in later generations who, when interviewed, talked about their roles as extras. It seemed that they were not favored by TVB or ATV, so they had to play extras to make their way.
Perhaps, if I can discover potential among these marginalized trainees, I can really find a treasure.
In later times, TVB and Asia Television's Artist Training Classes would be comparable to the three major mainland Chinese schools, namely Beijing Film Academy, Central Academy of Drama and Shanghai Theatre Academy. How many best actor and actresses have come out of these two artist training classes?
"Okay, I'll talk to Mr. Shao and Mr. Qiu first." A gleam of light flashed in Zhang Qiurui's eyes.
"Boss, there is one more thing. Mr. Shao invites you to be a judge and award presenter at this year's Miss Hong Kong pageant." Chen Jiaying continued to report on her work.
"Forget about attending the Miss Hong Kong selection and being a judge. I don't have time this year." Zhang Qiurui thought about it and realized that among the Miss Hong Kong contestants in 1980, few of them made it to the top and were eventually lost in the crowd.
If she could meet some Miss Hong Kong who became famous in later generations this year, she might consider it, but let it go this time.
"Boss, the actor who plays Li Zixiong is here. Do you want to meet him?" Chen Jiaying asked.
"There's no need to meet him. Just show him the script for the role of Li Zixiong. If he's willing, then sign the contract directly. If not, then forget it." This time, Zhang Qiurui found the actor who played Li Zixiong in "A Better Tomorrow", and he was not the same person in later generations. This time, Zhang Qiurui asked Ren Dahua to play the role.
Simon Yam entered the entertainment industry as a model. After graduating from the TVB Artist Training Class, he signed a contract with B&B Film Company as a basic actor in 1979, initially playing supporting roles.
Whether in terms of image or acting skills, Simon Yam is extremely suitable for playing the villain Li Zixiong.
The most important thing is that Brother Ren Dahua has some connections in the Hong Kong police station and has considerable influence. If you can get access to Ren Dahua's relationship, you will have the support of both the black and white worlds and will be safer in Hong Kong.
"Okay, I understand."
"Let's make an appointment with Mr. Shao tomorrow and I'll talk to him."
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The next day, Chen Jiaying drove Zhang Qiurui to TVB's Run Run Shaw's office.
As they had made an appointment earlier, after arriving at TVB, the receptionist led Zhang Qiurui and Chen Jiaying to Mr. Run Run Shaw's office.
"Mr. Shao." After entering the office, Zhang Qiurui smiled and nodded at Shao Yifu, with a hint of respect in his tone.
Shao Yifu sat behind his large desk, his face kind and his eyes revealing the wisdom and peace of a man who had experienced many hardships. He smiled and gestured for the two to sit down, then asked his secretary to bring tea.
"Director Zhang, you suddenly asked me to meet you. You must be here for a reason." Shao Yifu glanced at Zhang Qiurui and said jokingly.
Zhang Qiurui sat on the chair in front of Shao Yifu. She sat upright but said casually, "Boss Shao is really good at predicting things. I came here this time to discuss something important.
I've written a script and plan to start filming after I return from Cannes. I'd like to invite Di Long from Shaw Brothers to play the male lead."
"Director Zhang has good taste. Di Long is the best actor at Shaw Brothers, bar none.
It is his honor to be favored by Director Zhang.
However, Di Long is an artist signed by Shaw Brothers, and you asked me to meet at TVB, which is worth considering." Mrs. Shao Yi is very experienced and knows the rules and subtexts of the entertainment industry very well.
Although his words were gentle, they contained a sharp edge, as if he was testing Zhang Qiurui's sincerity and the motives behind the cooperation.
Zhang Qiurui's smile remained unchanged upon hearing this, and he slowly said, "Boss Shao is indeed a straightforward person, so I won't beat around the bush.
I can give up the leading roles of three films I’ve shot, allowing Shaw Brothers artists or TVB artists to choose roles first, provided that the roles meet the requirements of the script.”
"Director Zhang, what are your conditions?" Shao Yifu glanced at Zhang Qiurui and said slowly.
"Mr. Shao also knows that our company has not signed any artist yet. I want to select one or two people from the TVB Artist Training Class in 1981, 1982, and 1983 to train as our company's artists." As soon as Zhang Qiurui finished speaking, a hint of surprise flashed in Shao Yifu's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.
He seemed to think that Zhang Qiurui's request was too simple.
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