"Sister Fen, this script is really well written, with vivid characters and a tight plot. If it is filmed, it will definitely be very attractive." After a while, Zhang Guorong read half of the content in a hurry. He looked up at Cheng Shufen, his eyes full of anticipation.
Cheng Shufen nodded in agreement, "Yes, Director Zhang's talent is obvious to all. Both of her films have won international awards. This movie is adapted from her novel of the same name, so it can't be bad.
However, we still need to have a good talk about the issue of film remuneration. Although you have not made a movie yet and are a newcomer in the film industry, you have won the Grammy Newcomer Award in the music industry and are a hot star. Your influence cannot be underestimated.
For this cooperation, we hope to provide you with a remuneration plan that reflects your value and meets market standards.
Anyway, I can’t let you down.”
"Sister Fen, I don't have high requirements for the remuneration. As long as I can have the opportunity to participate in such an excellent work, I will be very satisfied." Zhang Guorong said sincerely.
Cheng Shufen looked at him, a hint of satisfaction flashing in her eyes.
She knew that although Zhang Guorong became famous at a young age, he had always maintained a humble and dedicated attitude, which was one of the reasons why he was able to quickly become popular in the music industry.
"Okay, then I'll go talk to the people at Haikuotiankong Films first to see what they think about the salary and the selection of the heroine. You take the script back and study it carefully. If you have any ideas or questions, feel free to come to me." Cheng Shufen instructed.
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A few days later, it was the end of March.
The box office of "Mr. Vampire" has exceeded 13 million, which is higher than the box office of Jackie Chan's "Young Master". It not only became the annual box office champion, but also the highest-grossing movie in Hong Kong history. In recent days, the daily revenue has been only tens of thousands, and it is facing the possibility of being withdrawn from the theaters.
On this day, in the conference room of Haikuotiankong Films.
"Sister Mei, these days, you have been focusing on the editing of 'Uncle Zombie', which was released before 'The Taoist Priest'.
In addition, the filming of "Mr. Vampire" can start. Sister Hong, you have rested for more than a month, and it is time to work. This is the new script "Mr. Zombie" for you to shoot.
Lin Zhengyin, Qian Xiaohao and others became famous with "Mr. Vampire", and their net worth also increased. Although they had signed contracts with several movies in advance, their remuneration should be paid according to the market price, not the remuneration for filming "Mr. Vampire".
By the way, please make an appointment for Lin Zhengyin, Qian Xiaohao and their schedules.
Now that they have become popular, we have opened up an era of zombie ghost movies, which are doing great at the box office. I believe that it will not be long before major film companies will ask them to shoot similar films so that they will not be too busy by then.
This time, let my second brother and Yingzi be independent producers. Make a budget and shooting plan, set up a behind-the-scenes crew, and then give 50% of the investment to Golden Harvest and Anle.
Is it okay to leave these to you two?" Zhang Qiurui arranged the next film shoot for Haikuotiankong Films.
This has added more burden to Zhang Wenfu and Chen Jiaying.
The two of them had previously worked as assistant producers with Jiang Zhiqiang, and had also worked together as producers. After experiencing a lot of things, it was time for them to become independent producers.
"No problem." Zhang Wenfu said excitedly.
"I have no problem either." Chen Jiaying said in a startled tone.
These days, Hu Mei and Xie Xiaojin have also finished filming "Uncle Zombie" and "Mr. Ghost", and the latter has even come from behind to take the lead.
It is normal to finish shooting a movie in Hong Kong in just over a month, because Hong Kong is well-known for its fast-paced film and television production environment, and efficiency and compactness are the norm here.
When the director of "Mr. Vampire" originally shot this movie, the investment was 4 million Hong Kong dollars, but the original director kept striving for perfection in the filming, not only doubling the budget, but also shooting it for four months.
The reason why Li Shaohong finished filming so quickly was attributed to Zhang Qiurui.
In later life, Zhang Qiurui watched this film no less than ten times, and she knew the plot content and fighting scenes by heart. She discussed the key points with Li Shaohong, and she went to the set of "Mr. Vampire" from time to time, which enabled Li Shaohong to quickly grasp the core essence of the film and avoid unnecessary trial and error and waste.
As for "Uncle Zombie" directed by Hu Mei and "The Taoist Priest with One Eyebrow" directed by Xie Xiaojin, their previous experience in the "Mr. Zombie" crew had accumulated a lot of experience for them, so when filming these two films, they both got the hang of it quickly. With the guidance of Zhang Qiurui, after practicing with this film, they will surely be able to have a good idea of what to do when filming movies in the future.
"It just so happens that I have recruited Lu Yuying. Together with Director Zhang, we can arrange the filming of two dramas." Chen Jiaying said with a smile.
At this time, the receptionist outside knocked on the door of the conference room. She quietly walked up to Chen Jiaying and whispered a few words in her ear. Chen Jiaying nodded to the receptionist, indicating that she understood.
"Director Zhang, did you make an appointment with Zhang Guorong and Cheng Shufen? They have arrived." After the receptionist left, Chen Jiaying asked Zhang Yimou.
"Yes, I asked him to finalize the salary, schedule, and the choice of the female lead for "A Chinese Ghost Story." Zhang Yimou nodded, and then glanced at Zhang Qiurui intentionally or unintentionally.
"Zhang Guorong hasn't agreed to play the role in "A Chinese Ghost Story" yet?" Zhang Qiurui asked with something in her mind when she heard this.
"Some details haven't been discussed yet, and they were worried that the female lead they invited wouldn't be as famous as Zhang Guorong, so they didn't agree. They made an appointment to come here today to discuss the salary, the female lead and other details." Zhang Yimou glanced at Zhang Qiurui, and the meaning was very clear, asking whether you agree to play the role of Xiaoqian in "A Chinese Ghost Story".
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