Xue Yujin flipped through the electronic version of Wen Xi's script for "Saving the Wind and Dust". Not only was the content tortuous and interesting, but it was also different from many costume dramas with fictional backgrounds.
This script is based on the real Yuan Dynasty, a dynasty rarely seen in film and television works.
She just glanced at the script briefly, and she felt as if the scene of people of that dynasty watching plays and listening to music appeared before her eyes, and she felt very involved.
Xue Yujin: "Hasn't anyone from the Film and Television Association discussed the script adaptation with you?"
For a treasure screenwriter like Wen Xi, the investors cooperating with the Film and Television Association should be eager to discuss cooperation matters. These investors have their own production companies, so how can it be their turn to take advantage of the opportunity?
Wen Xi told Xue Yujin about the twists and turns that the script of "Rescuing the Wind and Dust" had experienced, and Xue Yujin immediately understood.
Wen Xi is so beautiful, an orphan, and has just become famous. She has a lot of money and connections, but in their eyes, she is just a soft persimmon with no background.
Lang Wan was furious: "How dare these idiots set their sights on you and ask you to have dinner with them?!"
Xue Yujin was looking at his phone angrily: "I read the script of the first prize winner of the scriptwriting competition, 'Shining City'. It's just a melodramatic urban romance script."
"They added a strong female character to the female lead, but there's actually very little career arc in the whole show. Most of the plot is about the male and female leads being affectionate in the office."
"In terms of plot depth and character portrayal, it's not as good as 'The Rescue'!"
Xue Yujin felt full of malice.
"Also, you're the runner-up for the Gold Award, but you weren't even in the Special Support Award for Costume Dramas. Instead, a work that came in last place for the Bronze Award went to you."
"There are still many costume dramas ahead!"
"This Film and Television Association is too complicated!"
Having been in the film and television industry for so many years, Xue Yujin has watched helplessly as the Film and Television Association, which initially focused on fair competition, encouragement of creation, and support for newcomers, has become muddy.
There aren't many people who are serious about creation anymore.
Wen Xi handed Xue Yujin a glass of water: "Sister, don't be angry, don't be angry, don't be angry, don't you still have Jada Films?"
"I wonder if my drama can meet your production company's selection requirements?"
Xue Yujin quickly put down the water cup and sat up straight: "Yes, yes, of course!"
"Now it's not a question of whether we want your script, but whether you will choose our company."
"Our company is in a tight spot right now."
"Xixi, let me be honest. If you can find another production company with this script, they can give you a more generous budget."
The reason why Wen Xi chose Gadda Films was of course that the boss of Gadda Films was half his own person and would not arrange all those messy things like drinking parties and dinners for him.
Chinese screenwriters have a relatively low status in the film and television industry, and they have no say in many things.
Being angry at the director, being angry at the investors, being angry at the actors who brought money into the crew... The scripts are revised again and again. Many dramas, especially those adapted for film and television, fail because they are changed beyond recognition. Even my mother can't recognize them.
The right to speak in the crew is really important.
Wen Xi believed in Lang Wan's vision. She thought that anyone who could be Lang Wan's best friend for decades must be a person of excellent character.
At this time, Lang Wan said, "Don't worry about the budget. I have a few friends who invest in film and television. I can persuade them to invest more."
"They are all Xixi's fans, so it shouldn't be difficult to touch them."
Wen Xi said to Xue Yujin seriously at this time: "Ms. Xue, I have a few requests here. I wonder if you can agree to them. This is related to the quality of the entire drama."
Xue Yujin also took a serious attitude towards discussing cooperation. She said seriously: "You talk, I'm listening."
"As a screenwriter, I need to have absolute say in the entire crew. No one, not even investors, can interfere with the direction of my plot."
"I also have to control the casting of actors. Acting skills, a serious attitude, and character are the most important. There must be no actors who bring money into the crew to cut in."
Wen Xi narrowed his fox eyes and said domineeringly, "If there is a shortage of funds, I can solve it."
Xue Yujin carefully considered all the conditions Wen Xi mentioned. Isn't this exactly what he wants? Wen Xi's views coincided with his own!
Their Jada Films has had many dramas ruined because of the actor's reputation being ruined and the script being changed.
Xue Yujin has more than just Jada Films and has a lot of other things to do. It's impossible for him to stay on the set every day to supervise.
It would be great if there was a screenwriter on the set who knew me well and could help control the film!
After careful consideration, Xue Yujin gave Wen Xi a positive reply: "No problem. If you are not satisfied with anything on the set or in the post-production promotion, you can call me directly and I will solve it for you as soon as possible."
"I'm your rock on the set!"
Lang Wan also followed suit and said arrogantly: "Me too, and Lao Kang too, we are all your backers!"
"Then I wish us a happy cooperation."
Wen Xi picked up his lemonade, and the three cups clinked together, making a crisp sound.
A cooperation agreement was reached verbally, but there are still many aspects that need to be refined and the contract drafted.
Xue Yujin left with a fighting spirit, having swept away his previous decadence. I don't dare to expect "The Rescue" to be a big hit, but as long as the plot of the script can be presented normally, it is not a problem to make a small profit.
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