Chapter 51 Fashion Resources
After hanging up the phone with Zheng Yiwei, Guan Xianyi finally had time to discuss the pros and cons of this matter with Shu Ming in detail.
"The reason we're so interested in the 'Far Away' project is, on the one hand, because the IP is really popular. The novel is so brilliantly written, it has countless fans, and it has a strong market foundation." Guan Xianyi took out his tablet and pulled up relevant information for Shu Ming to see. "On the other hand, it's because Chen Mi has a lot of fashion resources."
Ever since Yinghe officially took over Shuming, fashion brands have been constantly contacting Guan Xianyi.
But they were all rejected by Guan Xianyi.
The reason is simple – either the brand is too low-end, or even though it’s a big brand, the title is really not impressive.
Guan Xianyi is very careful about her child's reputation, and Yinghe is not short of the small endorsement fee. After both sides discussed it, they simply did not sign any endorsement contract.
This is also the reason why Shu Ming's fashion line has been quiet.
In fact, it is normal. Shu Ming currently has no representative works to show off. At the same time, he comes from a rural background. In the early stage of the talent show, he was often ridiculed as "rustic". It is understandable that these brands still need to wait and see.
Therefore, "Far Away" is the best springboard Shu Ming can get at present, because -
"Because Chen Mi is a photographer by profession, and he can indeed be called a top photographer.
For example, you should be familiar with domestic fashion magazines. Men's magazines are two large and three small, and women's magazines are five large and two small... But these are all Chinese versions. "
"And the partners Chen Mi provides content to are mostly European and American masters. Domestic and international are not of the same value... Can you understand?
Not only that, he has close relationships with the editors-in-chief of these magazines. He has also collaborated extensively with some of the most prestigious luxury brands you can name.
Guan Xianyi flipped through a lot of photos in one breath: "So, with Chen Mi's aesthetics and skills, the drama "Far Away" should be filmed very beautifully."
The background of "Far Away" is the paper-obsessed and money-mad S City and Hong Kong in the 1980s.
Chen Mi is good at complex and gorgeous set designs, which fits perfectly with the background of this era.
In addition, his personal connections are strong enough, and many luxury brands are vying for sponsorship...
If this IP can be acquired, it will really help Shu Ming to get rid of the stereotype that "he has nothing to do with fashion" in the public's mind!
Or in other words, getting on board with "Far Away" and Chen Mi is equivalent to getting on board with the world's top fashion resources.
Guan Xianyi is very confident.
Moreover, she is by no means blindly confident - with their Xiao Shu's looks, as well as the temperament and camera sense she has developed now, she can definitely support any brand on the market!
He just lacked a springboard.
Now, the springboard is delivered to your door.
In her opinion, saying that Xiao Shu was blessed by God was an underestimation of Shu Ming.
This kid, it's like God is chasing after him and feeding him! Whatever he lacks comes to him, isn't that considered lucky?
Guan Xianyi is quite confident about the future development. After all, “Misfortune may turn out to be a blessing in disguise.”
Shu Ming still felt a little worried.
Hongyu shouldn't be so stupid, right? He would target him alone?
Just for the sake of momentary verbal pleasure?
Why bother?
**
Shu Ming's affairs these days have caused a lot of uproar. It has been on the hot search list several times, and finally even Rong Ankang was alarmed!
In the interval between the two scenes, Director Rong waved at him, indicating that he wanted to talk to Shu Ming.
Rong Ankang first asked Shu Ming about his recent emotional state with a serious expression. After a long detour, he finally made his point clear - "We're about to shoot some very important scenes. I heard that you recently lost resources for an art film?"
We really need to talk about this.
Shu Ming sighed inwardly, sat down in front of Rong Ankang, placed his hands on his knees, and replied in the obedient posture of an elementary school student, "Director Rong, don't worry. These things won't affect my state of mind for filming. I've also taken notes for the next few scenes, I'll show them to you later..."
Shu Ming's voice became softer and softer, and then he tilted his head in confusion.
Did he see it wrong? Why did Rong Ankang's face look even worse, even a little pale?
Didn’t Director Rong come to talk to me about this? Did he say the wrong thing?
Shu Ming pursed his lips and decided to keep quiet.
Who would have thought that in the silence, Rong Ankang's expression would change again and again, and finally he said stiffly: "Not bad, keep up the good work."
So he was sent back to continue filming.
Only after Shu Ming walked away did Rong Ankang unconsciously glance at his own reflection in the glass.
When he called Shu Ming over this time, he actually didn't mean to question Shu Ming's filming status.
Even though many things happened in the past few days that he had heard about, Shu Ming was still in good shape, and even performed very well in several scenes!
He simply wanted to say... if there was a need for resources for art films, he could help broker them.
There are so many differences between making TV series and movies.
There are so many things that Shu Ming learned from him, Qiao Minxue and Hao Ning.
Raising a child from 0 to 100 and raising an actor from 70 to 90, the friendship and emotions involved are completely different.
After spending half a year together, Rong Ankang had to admit that Shu Ming was indeed hardworking and likable. He viewed Shu Ming with a different mindset than he did the other young actors...
This is why he had the "sudden idea" to come and comfort Shu Ming today.
No, how come it ended up being him "raising an army to hold people accountable" and "testing their performance"?
Is his expression really that serious today?
Shu Ming really couldn't guess Rong Ankang's complicated thoughts.
The heart of a middle-aged man is like a needle in the sea! It is so hard to understand!
He could actually sense that Rong Ankang didn't come to talk to him or question him with malicious intent.
But even though he was a person with a strong ability to perceive emotions, he did not expect that Rong Ankang would actually help him to make connections.
After all, in Shu Ming's heart, Rong Ankang has always disliked people like him who have connections with others.
Although the attitude has changed subsequently, it is not a 180-degree turn!
Shu Ming held the script, with a serious look on his face, and walked towards the nanny car, attracting many onlookers along the way.
He was completely unaware of it, but after he went back and told Guan Xianyi about it, Guan Xianyi was also confused.
Who knows what Rong Ankang is going crazy about this time!
Ouch, I don’t care about him.
Shu Ming thought about it for a while, but couldn't figure it out, so he just put it out of his mind.
Anyway, Rong Ankang didn't seem to hate him, and he even praised him at the end with a "not bad"!
No matter whether he is praising her sincerely or not, just take it as the truth!
The most urgent task facing Shu Ming was the literary drama to be filmed in the evening.
He put aside the distracting thoughts in his mind and read the script again calmly.
**
At this moment, the plot is gradually building up, the rhythm is getting faster and faster, and it is gradually moving towards the climax.
Rong Ankang is very ambitious. He wants both box office success and good reputation!
However, this part of history cannot be adapted into a funny story, nor is it suitable for adaptation into a comedy.
Since there are no funny moments, it has to be compact and exciting enough.
Moreover, in addition to the superficial "coolness", there must also be a deep enough intention, rigorous logic, and details and images that can stand up to scrutiny.
This has the potential to become a hugely popular and well-received movie!
The plot of Shu Ming's departure now is to pave the way for the excitement later -
One urgent report after another was flying onto the emperor's desk.
"Report!!! The enemy has arrived at Tongzhuang, only 500 miles from the capital!"
"Report!!! The battle at Tongzhuang was lost, and the city gate has been breached!"
I don’t know how many war horses died in the process, and how many people lost their lives and property.
The dirty traces in Tongzhuang City were all covered with blood, and the numerous black shadows on the city walls were all soldiers who died in the battle.
Even so, Tongzhuang was lost...
The enemy is regrouping and preparing to attack the capital!
There was dead silence in the meeting hall.
The emperor was furious and smashed almost all the porcelain at hand.
No one dared to speak, and no one dared to offend the emperor at this time.
Everyone was trembling with fear and thinking to themselves, are we going to give up our lives?
"My dear ministers, speak up!"
"In the past, they were arguing so loudly in the palace that my ears hurt. Why are they not arguing today?"
"What are your opinions?"
There was still silence.
It was so quiet that even the sound of breathing was inaudible.
After a while, a figure in a scarlet official uniform came from outside the hall. The footsteps of his boots tapped on the bricks and stones of the hall, and they were particularly clear and unhurried.
The camera slowly moved up, revealing a pretty face - it was Zhu Zhen.
He lifted his clothes and knelt down with his back straight, looking like a loyal official. However, the words he spoke were almost shocking!
He said, "Your Majesty, I have come to congratulate His Majesty."
The ministers around him all looked up at him. Is Zhu really crazy?
If you want to die, just die on your own! Don't drag them down!
Zhu Zhen, however, seemed oblivious to these resentful glances. A faint smile hung on his face, barely reaching his eyes, and he still bowed deeply: "Your Majesty, congratulations, Your Majesty. Your Majesty's opportunity to achieve great things and leave a name for eternity is now—"
The emperor turned around, his hands behind his back, his sinister expression slightly softened. "Oh? My dear, please get up quickly. What are you saying?"
Zhu Zhen's purpose of taking the risk to come here was not for anything else but to persuade the emperor to lead the army in person!
After dismissing the useless trash in the hall, the king and his minister went into the inner room hand in hand.
Zhu Zhen turned around and presented the secret report obtained by the factory guards to the emperor.
He analyzed the current battle situation word by word, in a clear and logical manner: "...When General Liu died fighting at the city gate, the enemy army only had 50,000 remnants, many of whom were seriously injured. However, our elite imperial guards in the capital numbered a full 150,000!"
This is a very rare long dialogue, a mixture of classical and vernacular Chinese, which is extremely challenging for the actor's skills.
The director wanted to shoot the entire film in one take, so the entire burden fell almost entirely on Shu Ming.
Success or failure depends on this moment!
Countless pairs of eyes were staring at him.
But under such tremendous pressure, Shu Ming still took it on steadily - from the enemy and our own military strength to the traffic routes inquired and mapped out by the factory guards, the words he uttered seemed to carry temptation and were analyzed in detail.
More importantly, in addition to the military analysis, Zhu Zhen was actually poking at the emperor's heart!
This inactive emperor, who was hastily pushed to the throne at a young age, had his harem control the government for many years, and was repeatedly criticized by the cabinet ministers for being inferior to the previous emperor and bringing shame to the royal family, actually had a twisted ambition buried deep in his chest.
The Yong Dynasty ruled the world through war, and too many ancestors led their troops into battle in person and left their names in history.
And he has wanted to prove himself... for a long time.
This is exactly what Zhu Zhen grasped! He struck while the iron was hot and bowed deeply—
"...When your majesty arrives in person, the three armies will be energized. With one man against a hundred, the enemy will be routed. News of victory will spread like wildfire, and the nation will rejoice! Envoys from all nations will flock to pay homage to your majesty, and your name will surely shine through the ages, immortalizing you forever!"
Zhu Zhen shouted "Long live" three times and rested his forehead on the cold ground. In a trance, it was like the moment when he was fifteen years old and waiting for the verdict of fate.
But this time, the emperor's decision determined his own fate.
Zhu Zhen smiled slightly and waited quietly for this emperor who was above all others to personally help him up.
He knew that the emperor was wavering.
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The author has something to say: I am working hard on writing the next chapter, don’t wait, I don’t know when it will be available.
Hongyu is not that stupid, but he won’t make any big splash either, don’t worry!
Please recite silently——The author is my mother~
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