Chapter 217 Strengthening Friendship
In a studio full of green screens, the male protagonist "Song Tianyin" played by Gu Wei has scars all over his face after a series of fights, and there is a sword wound on his chest.
He stood up from the ground, picked up the sword in his hand, and did a set of awkward postures like radio gymnastics. In the play, this is called the Song Family Ten Section Brocade. He rushed across the messy field and stabbed his decisive sword at the empty opposite side.
Then he pushed his feet forward as if he had kicked something, and with the help of the wire rope behind him, he pulled out the sword.
The performance was rather awkward, as if he was fighting an invisible thing, but in fact in the film this shot was Gu Wei performing a fatal strike against a giant monster.
"Crack! Very good, this one is better than the last one. Passed, done!"
When the director's voice came, the staff on the side hurried forward to help Gu Wei untie the ropes on his body.
Today is February 5th. The filming of "Monster Hunt" was originally scheduled to take one month, but it actually took more than 20 days to complete all the reshoots.
In the evening, the film's producer Jiang Zhiqiang, director Xu Chengyi, several other main creative staff members of the crew, as well as Gu Wei and Bai Baihe, had a wrap-up banquet together.
At the table, President Jiang took the lead in raising his glass and said with emotion:
“This is the first time I have held two wrap parties for one film.
The production process of our film was bumpy. Preparations began in 2010 and filming was completed at the end of 2013.
If nothing unexpected happens, the movie should be released during this year's Lunar New Year holiday.
Unfortunately, this is a disaster that none of us could have predicted.
But what can we do?
Things have come to this point and no one can stop it. The filming must continue and our hard work cannot be in vain.
Fortunately, we have the help of everyone here, our Director Xu, Baihe, and most importantly, Gu Wei.
In just less than a month, "Monster Hunt" was re-produced, which was the result of the joint efforts of everyone in the crew.
I, Jiang, would like to express my deepest gratitude to you all here!
Thank you all for your contribution to the film along the way.
I also believe that the work we have completed together is excellent and great, and will surely achieve unprecedented success.
Thank you everyone! "
After saying that, Jiang Zhiqiang drank the small cup of white wine in his hand.
The crew members sitting at the table all cheered. Director Xu Chengyi, screenwriter Yuan Jinlin, photographer Pan Yaoming and other veterans of the crew were deeply touched by Jiang Zhiqiang's words.
The filming of "Monster Hunt" was very difficult, it can be said to be full of disasters. Various problems occurred from the beginning of preparation.
The production was finally completed, but due to force majeure, the male lead had to be replaced.
For a big production like this with an investment of over 200 million yuan, changing the male lead after filming is done is like reshooting the entire movie.
Anyone would be devastated if this happened to them.
Fortunately, Jiang Zhiqiang withstood the pressure, and with a wave of his hand, he took out another sum of money, raising the cost to 350 million yuan, and was determined to complete the film.
Gu Wei, who was raising his glass with everyone at the table, seemed to be unable to fit in with everyone's mood. After all, he had only filmed for more than 20 days in total, and he had not participated in anything that had happened before.
I even feel that this movie is the shortest one I have ever shot. Although the daily shooting tasks are heavy, it is not difficult. The whole movie was completed in more than 20 days.
He received a salary of 30 million from the crew in such a short time, which is a bit too cost-effective.
When he first took on this role, he had considered whether to include his salary in the investment. However, when he saw the cost of 350 million yuan, even if the salary was included, it would only be 8.5%.
Based on the original version’s box office of 2.4 billion, the final share of the box office revenue that the producers can get is about 800 million, and the 8.5% investment share is about 68 million.
It is more than double his current salary.
However, this money can only be obtained after the movie is released and box office revenue is recovered, which will take at least one year.
Moreover, it is still unknown whether the final box office of this movie was falsified and how much the amount of falsification was.
With this calculation, this muddy water is really not worth it. With 30 million in hand, Gu Wei bought some Moutai stocks, and the money doubled after a year.
After Mr. Jiang opened the show, the atmosphere at the table gradually became heated. The filming of the movie was finished and everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
Gu Wei also received toasts from the people in the crew. Although it was only a short 20 days, everyone saw Gu Wei's performance in the crew.
He has the professionalism and acting skills of a big star, but without the pomp and airs of a big star. Everyone has a very good impression of him.
"Gu Wei, thank you so much for coming to help!
Rescue is like putting out a fire.
I am very grateful that you took on this role and now have completed the filming with such excellent performance.
If there's anything in the industry I, Jiang Zhiqiang, can help with, just let me know."
Then he toasted Gu Wei with a glass of wine.
"Boss Jiang, I'm so embarrassed. You're a senior in the film and television industry, and asking me to act in a movie is a kind of affirmation of me.
Besides, "Monster Hunt" is a good movie, and Director Xu is such an excellent director.
My coming here is just the icing on the cake, not as important as you say."
Gu Wei said modestly.
Jiang Zhiqiang said that the sedan chair was carried by people, but Gu Wei didn't take it seriously. They were just being polite.
While Gu Wei was toasting with President Jiang, Director Xu Chengyi also raised his glass to Gu Wei with a smile.
Obviously, a large part of Jiang Zhiqiang's good impression of Gu Wei comes from Director Xu. He really has high hopes for Gu Wei.
At the banquet, everyone was toasting each other, and Gu Wei also drank a few more glasses.
Bai Baihe, who was sitting next to him, didn't drink much. She only took a small sip every time she raised her glass. Since she was the only woman at the table, no one cared.
She was wearing a black slim-fitting dress today, with the shoulder opening slanted across, revealing one shoulder. Her long wavy hair was spread out, with airy bangs in front of her forehead.
The skin exposed outside is fair and smooth, the facial features are delicate, and when she smiles, she shows a mouthful of small white teeth, with a kind of beauty like a beautiful girl from a small family.
She didn't say much at the table, but from time to time she glanced at Gu Wei who was sitting next to her.
Bai Baihe has a very good impression of Gu Wei.
Before filming, she had watched all of Gu Wei's works, including movies and TV series.
I have shown great interest in this male star who is only 22 years old but has already achieved remarkable results in the circle.
Of course, the most important thing is that Gu Wei is handsome enough and completely in line with her aesthetic taste.
This time, the two of them collaborated on the film and got to know Gu Wei up close. They discovered that his real figure and appearance were even better than what he showed in idol TV dramas.
During the filming, the two of them were interacting with each other, and Bai Baihe always felt a little itchy in her heart.
Although in real life, the general public's perception is that men are more lustful, there are very few female hooligans.
But in fact, women are more enthusiastic about pursuing handsome men than men.
In other words, as long as you are handsome enough, women will actually be more lustful.
This also explains why the most fanatical fans are little girls.
Because "brother" is so handsome.
Bai Baihe is no exception. Although she has a family and children, she and her husband have long been estranged.
Everyone plays their own game and no one cares about anyone else. This is no secret in the entertainment industry.
It’s just that in public, the two of them have to act like a loving couple to conduct business. After all, the public likes to see this, and it’s all for profit.
Maybe the more she lacks something, the more she wants to find it. Bai Baihe likes young and handsome men the most, and Gu Wei's conditions are perfect for her.
What made her a little discouraged was that after more than 20 days of getting along, occasionally when they were taking a break and chatting, she also said some provocative words to Gu Wei, but Gu Wei never responded.
This also made her doubt her own charm.
As the sky grew darker, the wrap-up dinner ended, and Gu Wei stood up to say goodbye to Mr. Jiang, Director Xu and others at the table.
Bai Baihe also stood up and followed him.
Gu Wei didn't care, and the two of them quickly returned to the hotel room.
As the male and female protagonists of the movie, their rooms must be the best in the hotel and are on the same floor.
"Sister Lily, I'm very happy to work with you this time. I hope we can have the opportunity to work together again in the future."
Gu Wei looked at Bai Baihe, said something polite, and prepared to open the door and enter the house.
"I'm a little thirsty after drinking so much. Gu Wei, can I go to your room to have a drink of water?"
Bai Baihe did not respond to Gu Wei's words. Instead, she took a step forward, stood close to Gu Wei, looked up at his charming face slightly, and asked.
"This? It's a little too late, isn't it a good idea~"
Gu Wei said hesitantly.
"What's wrong with drinking water~"
Bai Baihe urged.
Helplessly, Gu Wei turned around and opened the door.
It’s not that Gu Wei is being pretentious, he actually doesn’t mind what happens between him and Bai Baihe.
She is a beauty, and has played many classic roles on the screen. It would be very interesting to put her into the movies you have seen before.
The main reason was that Bai Baihe was married, which made him feel a little hesitant.
There are so many single beauties in the entertainment industry, there is really no need to cause trouble for yourself.
After entering the door, Bai Baihe sat on the sofa with her back straight and her posture elegant.
Gu Wei poured her a glass of water and sat next to her.
Bai Baihe picked up the water glass and looked at Gu Wei with a smile on her face, as beautiful as a flower.
"Don't I look good?"
“Very beautiful~”
"Then why do you always avoid me?"
As she spoke, she leaned forward slightly, her face closer to Gu Wei.
"Sister Lily, your identity."
Gu Wei looked helpless and hesitated to speak.
Hearing him say this, Bai Baihe seemed a little dazed, and the smile on her face disappeared. She sat back down normally and took a sip of water.
"Lao Chen and I won't interfere in each other's affairs. That's just how marriages in the entertainment industry work."
After saying that, the cup in her hand tilted, and the remaining half cup of warm water spilled directly onto Gu Wei's pants.
"Oh, sorry, it was all my fault~"
Bai Baihe seemed anxious and smiled, put down the water cup and wanted to help him deal with it.
Then he leaned towards Gu Wei and pressed on him.
The series of operations made Gu Wei a little confused. In a blink of an eye, a soft body pressed on him.
Bai Baihe said softly in his ear:
"It's time to solidify our friendship. We'll still be good partners and good friends tomorrow, right?"
Any further hesitation at this time would be the greatest insult to the other party.
For Bai Baihe's self-esteem, Gu Wei had to do it reluctantly.
In the evening
(End of this chapter)
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