Chapter 341 Who can stop the power of capital?
On Sunday, Gu Siqing, Zhang Zijun, and Gu Erhui went to meet Zhou Guoyuan. They were supposed to meet at a Chinese restaurant at 12:00. They arrived a little after 11:50, but Zhou Guoyuan was already there.
When he saw them, he immediately stood up and said with a smile, "Young Master Zhang, you're here."
Zhang Zijun went over and patted him on the shoulder, "You're here early."
"I came early because I had nothing to do." Zhou Guoyuan had a big smile on his face, which was cheerful and shrewd.
This Zhou Guoyuan was completely different from the one Gu Siqing had seen on TV in her previous life. But this Zhou Guoyuan seemed more down-to-earth.
After greeting each other, they sat down, ordered their food, and chatted while eating. Zhou Guoyuan was very talkative and understood the art of conversation. During the conversation, he rarely looked at Gu Erhui.
This future great director was surrounded by scandals, and he even said that he liked beautiful women.
I have to say that this is a person with high emotional intelligence.
After chatting for a while, Gu Siqing asked him, "Director Zhou, do you have any thoughts on taking on my TV series?"
Zhou Guoyuan was stunned for a moment after hearing her words and said, "I'm afraid I'm not capable enough."
Gu Siqing knew he was being modest and said, "It's just for fun, just do it to the best of your ability."
Zhou Guoyuan picked up the cup and drank tea. Gu Siqing knew he was thinking. Just as he said, someone hinted that she couldn't find a director. If Zhou Guoyuan took her play, it would be like going against some big boss.
After thinking for a moment, Gu Siqing continued, "Director Zhou is a smart man. There's a saying that goes, 'Money makes the world go round.' Who can resist the power of capital? To be honest, I've already found advertisers before the TV series even begins preparations."
"What advertiser?" Zhou Guoyuan asked curiously.
Nowadays, there is no such thing as product placement in TV dramas or movies. Gu Siqing patiently explained product placement to him and then said:
"Film and television are art, but artists also need to make a living, and without funding, they can't produce high-quality work. Director Zhou, do you think capital or connections are more important? And I'm not without connections either. Besides, is that so-called industry truly monolithic? Can't even capital crack it?"
Zhou Guoyuan sneered. Some big guys excluded the girl in front of him. Wasn't it because they were jealous of her because she made money?
At this time, he heard the girl across from him say again: "Director Zhou, you will definitely not lose out by cooperating with me. At least I guarantee that you will not lack money for making movies in the future."
In fact, Gu Siqing is eager to invest in every movie for him. In the future, Zhou Guoyuan's box office appeal will definitely be amazing.
Zhou Guoyuan wasn't one to hesitate. After thinking for a while, he said, "As long as Siqing doesn't mind my incompetence, I'll take it."
Zhou Guoyuan was well aware of his situation. He had no connections or resources, and it was only through shamelessness that he hooked up with Zhang Zijun and Yan Zhihua. Furthermore, he had done a lot of research to hook up with Zhang Zijun, and he had found out all the information about Zhang Zijun.
After inquiring about Zhang Zijun's situation, he learned about the relationship between Zhang Zijun and the Gu family, as well as the relationship between the Gu family and Ye Chi. After knowing this, he realized that he could take Gu Siqing's TV series, but he was afraid that Gu Siqing would look down on him, after all, he had no famous works.
Unexpectedly, this teenage girl had such foresight to invite him to film her TV series when they first met. Was he afraid of being ostracized for filming Gu Siqing's TV series?
To be honest, there are some, but if he doesn't take a gamble in his current situation, he may never be able to direct a film. Life is sometimes a gamble. If he wins, he may achieve success and fame, but if he loses, he will have to say goodbye to the film and television industry.
After the two of them had discussed the matter, Gu Siqing said, "Director Zhou, I'm still in school, so I can only provide you with the script. I think you'll need to set up the filming team. Please make a budget first, and I'll prepare the money."
Zhou Guoyuan did not refuse, "Okay, I'll give you the budget tomorrow."
The matter was settled, and the meal that followed was very pleasant. Zhou Guoyuan talked about some things in the cultural circle and who had hinted that those directors could not film Gu Siqing's TV series.
Gu Siqing ate her meal, chewing over the names of two people: Ling Pingying and Qi Xinhou. These two were not only famous now, but would also be famous in the future. It was just that their future names weren't very good; these two would become representatives of the so-called "public intellectuals."
A person's character can be seen from a small matter. Now they are suppressing her because they are jealous of the high royalties she earns, and they will sell their conscience for fame and fortune in the future.
However, she will not confront them head-on now. She will become a writer in the future and there will always be opportunities to contact them.
The meal was very pleasant. After the meal, Zhang Zijun sent Zhou Guoyuan to his residence before going home.
Zhou Guoyuan watched Zhang Zijun's car drive away before turning back to walk towards his residence. He had just taken two steps when he was stopped by someone. It was Li Yuan, who lived in the same dormitory with him.
"I saw you were brought here in a small car. Who did you get on?" Li Yuan asked.
Zhou Guoyuan didn't hide it from him. The fact that he was filming a TV series for Gu Siqing would eventually be known to others. He said, "Zhang Zijun."
Li Yuan was stunned for a moment, "Are you going to film that TV series he mentioned?"
Zhou Guoyuan said as he walked towards the dormitory: "There are no movies to shoot, so I can only find opportunities for myself."
"You're so willful," Li Yuan, who usually had a good relationship with him and spoke directly, said, "You have talent, and sooner or later people will see it. Just wait, you never know when you'll get a chance."
"You also said maybe, and I don't know when this maybe will come. I think it's better to seize the opportunity in front of us." Zhou Guoyuan suddenly remembered what Gu Siqing said, who can resist the power of capital?
My heart, which had been somewhat unsteady at first, became firmer. The country was undergoing reform and opening up, and many established things were changing. For example, Gu Siqing had earned hundreds of thousands of yuan from just two books, something she had never dared to imagine before.
There is also what she said about product placement in TV and movies, which means that the film and television industry has become completely commercialized, and they may not have to receive a fixed salary in the future.
"What kind of opportunity is this? It's a trap!" Li Yuan said anxiously, "You knew that no one dared to take on that TV show, so why did you accept it? Won't you be even more ostracized in the future?"
"I've made up my mind. You don't need to persuade me." Zhou Guoyuan said.
There are some things he can't tell others, and the best way to express it is through his work. When he succeeds, those who laugh at him now will have a different attitude. This time, he is determined to make this TV series a success.
Moreover, he agreed with Gu Siqing's point of view. Although the current TV series are good, they are too heavy. If there is a drama that is close to the lives of the general public, it will definitely be popular.
:Happy Dragon Boat Festival!
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