However, I will start shooting this movie first." Zhang Qiurui answered Cheng Shufen's question calmly.
However, when Cheng Shufen heard Zhang Qiurui say that she had a script that was perfect for Zhang Guorong, she lightly smiled and asked, "Is this script being directed by Director Zhang? Is it an award-winning film?"
"I'm the director, but it's not an award-winning film." Zhang Qiurui nodded.
"Then can I take a look at the script first?" Cheng Shufen said with disappointment on her face when she heard that it was not a prize-winning film.
Although Cheng Shufen had expectations for an award-winning film, she also understood that even if it was not an award-winning film, being able to work with a great director like Zhang Qiurui would be extremely beneficial to Zhang Guorong's development in the film industry.
Therefore, Cheng Shufen's disappointment disappeared in an instant, and was replaced by a hint of expectation and eagerness.
"Of course. Just look at it here. If you have any questions, you can communicate with me at any time." Zhang Qiurui smiled and took out a document from the briefcase beside him and handed it to Zhang Guorong.
Zhang Guorong took the script and wrote "A Better Tomorrow" on the cover.
Zhang Guorong carefully opened the script. The story revolves around three male protagonists with very different personalities but intertwined destinies, telling the story of their choices and struggles between grudges in the underworld, brotherhood and personal beliefs.
Zhang Guorong became more and more engrossed as he read, and was completely attracted by the intricate character relationships and the ups and downs of the plot in the script.
"Boss, Mr. Cheng is here." At this time, Chen Jiaying knocked on the door and came in.
"Brother Min, come in and sit down. Are you coming so early?" Upon hearing this, Zhang Qiurui quickly stood up to greet him.
"It's all thanks to Director Zhang that I was able to go to Cannes. I also heard that there was a role suitable for me in Director Zhang's script. I immediately wanted to fly over." Cheng Huimin was in high spirits and shook hands with Zhang Qiurui with a smile.
"Maybe you can even win the Best Actor award in Cannes and become the first Best Actor in the history of Hong Kong and Asia." Zhang Qiurui smiled and invited Cheng Huimin to sit down.
"I hope so!"
"Brother Min, take a look at the script first. Take it back and think about it carefully. We will start shooting the movie after we return from Cannes." Zhang Qiurui handed Cheng Huimin a copy of the script of "A Better Tomorrow". Cheng Huimin took it with both hands, his eyes flashing with anticipation and excitement.
"Qiu Rui, from what you and Brother Min said, "The Tuner" has been selected for the main competition unit of the 33rd Cannes Film Festival, right?" Zhang Yimou, who was standing next to them, heard the conversation between Zhang Qiu Rui and Cheng Huimin. He was moved and asked with an envious look on his face.
Cheng Shufen and Zhang Guorong, who was reading the script, also raised their heads, their eyes full of curiosity and anticipation, and they were obviously very concerned about this topic.
"The list just announced." Zhang Qiurui smiled and nodded in reply.
"This is really great news." Zhang Yimou felt inexplicably sad, as if something was gradually moving away from him.
However, Zhang Yimou has made up his mind. After finishing the two "A Chinese Ghost Story" movies, he will also start preparing a movie to compete in the three major film festivals.
"Director Zhang, our Ah Rong has taken on the film 'A Better Tomorrow' and is ready to cooperate with Director Zhang to start filming at any time.
As for the remuneration, this is our Arong's first film, and it's 50,000 Hong Kong dollars. If possible, we can sign the contract now.
"We can also sign the contract for 'A Chinese Ghost Story' according to the terms Director Zhang previously stated." Cheng Shufen softened her stance after hearing that Zhang Qiurui's new film had been shortlisted for the Cannes Film Festival's main competition section. She wasn't as aggressive as she had been during the negotiations for 'A Chinese Ghost Story.'
It is because the films shot by Zhang Qiurui have won awards at three major international film festivals and were even nominated for the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. Now the new film has been shortlisted for the main competition unit of the 33rd Cannes Film Festival. This is his second time going there, and the chances of winning are very high.
This undoubtedly provides authoritative recognition for her directorial talent and the quality of her works.
Cheng Shufen knew very well that working with such a high-profile director was undoubtedly a rare opportunity for Zhang Guorong's acting career.
If Zhang Guorong wants to achieve success at the film festival and increase his international reputation, cooperation with Zhang Qiurui is definitely one of the shortcuts, but it is also a huge obstacle he cannot escape.
Therefore, Cheng Shufen is very good at examining and being moderate. She has made appropriate adjustments to her remuneration, demonstrating sufficient sincerity and willingness to cooperate.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yimou's eyes moved between Cheng Shufen and Zhang Guorong, and he nodded secretly in his heart.
He understood that Cheng Shufen's change of attitude was largely due to Zhang Qiurui's achievements and influence in the international film industry.
"Is Mr. Zhang ready to cooperate with the filming schedule of "A Better Tomorrow"? Isn't he going to record a Mandarin album and a foreign language album soon? Can he coordinate the schedule?" Zhang Qiurui asked with a little confusion.
"How did Director Zhang know that Arong was about to record a Mandarin album and a foreign language album?" When Cheng Shufen heard this, a hint of surprise flashed across her face, and she looked at Zhang Qiurui with some suspicion.
"I was thinking that it has been half a year since Mr. Zhang released his last album. Counting the days, it's about time for him to release a new album." Zhang Qiurui tried to smooth things over, almost letting the cat out of the bag.
"Arong's exclusive lyricist and composer Xingchen Dahai has indeed written two albums for Arong. We plan to record them in April and release them in May. We will also do some promotions and attend some events, so that we can have some free time in June.
Director Zhang, your new work has been shortlisted for the Cannes Film Festival, so you should go to Cannes then. If you start filming now, the crew will be shut down for ten days or half a month. Once the crew starts filming, they will need money every day.
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