Chapter 531 This is fatal
At five o'clock in the afternoon of the next day, Cheng Xuyuan said goodbye to Xiao An An, who wanted to sleep, with reluctance and went to the guesthouse of Shanghai Film Studio.
Xie Jin was already waiting for him.
In addition to Xie Jin, there were two other middle-aged men, but Cheng Xuyuan didn't know either of them.
Xie Jin introduced these two people to Cheng Xuyuan. It turned out that one was the cinematographer of The Truman Show, and the other was the assistant director.
In addition to discussing the movie, Xie Jin also wanted them to help receive Cheng Xuyuan.
"Xuyuan, why did you come just now?" Xie Jin said with a hint of complaint.
Cheng Xuyuan thought to himself, I don’t even want to come now.
But even though he thought so in his heart, he smiled and said, "A friend came to see me and we talked for a little longer."
Hearing Cheng Xuyuan say this, Xie Jin smiled a little more.
He smiled and said, "Xuyuan, you have a lot of friends in the East China Sea."
"How is it? Are you planning to come to the East China Sea after graduation?"
"Let me tell you, even though you didn't study photography, you are more than qualified to be a screenwriter here."
"As long as you want to come, everything is fine."
Xie Jin's words were full of sincerity.
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and declined the invitation, saying, "Thank you for your appreciation, but I don't plan to stay in Donghai recently."
"You also know that most of my family business is now in Yanjing."
Xie Jin looked at Cheng Xuyuan, who looked calm, and sighed deeply.
Although he really wanted to bring a talented person like Cheng Xuyuan to join Shanghai Film Studio, it was obvious that Cheng Xuyuan would not come.
In Yanjing, he can choose any unit he wants to work for, so he naturally won't hang himself on a tree in his hometown.
So after sighing, he turned the topic to The Truman Show.
"Xuyuan, I have finished filming the story. Now all that's left is editing."
Xie Jin said: "It's just that I haven't started yet. It's not that I'm unsure, but there are some things that I haven't thought through yet."
"Now I'll tell you the main points of the editing I'm going to do. Take a look at it. Is there anything that needs to be adjusted?"
Cheng Xuyuan did not refuse. If we were to say who is most familiar with this movie, it would be him.
The two middle-aged men who came with Xie Jin now valued Cheng Xuyuan even more.
Because Xie Jin has been a director for such a long time, most of the time he has the final say.
But now, his humility made the two people a little uncomfortable.
Of course, this also reflects respect for Cheng Xuyuan.
Xie Jin's ideas and Cheng Xuyuan's ideas on this movie are basically the same.
But in some aspects, the two people have some disputes, but these disputes are all for the sake of making the movie better.
Most of the arguments were based on Cheng Xuyuan's opinion, but there were also many times when Xie Jin's opinion made Cheng Xuyuan feel better.
As we were talking, two hours had passed.
Feeling a little tired but also a little excited, Xie Jin said: "Xuyuan, I think the collection of essays you wrote is very good."
"But I think you should write more novels."
"Prose can't be made into a movie."
Hearing this suggestion, Cheng Xuyuan said helplessly: "Okay, I will definitely write more novels in the future."
After the business was over, the food was served.
The dishes are simple, with a fish and a stewed chicken. The main feature is that they are small and exquisite, but there is a lot of wine.
Four people took three bottles, which made Cheng Xuyuan a little confused.
But in order not to spoil the fun, Cheng Xuyuan started drinking anyway.
"Director Xie, what are you going to do after the film editing is approved?" Cheng Xuyuan drank a few glasses of wine and his mind was a little distracted.
Xie Jin smiled and said, "What else can we do? Of course, we can release it."
"But I don't need to keep an eye on this anymore. We have someone in charge of this in our factory."
At this point, Xie Jin smiled and said, "Why, you want to recommend a script to me again."
"Xuyuan, if you have any good scripts, just come to me and I'll tell you. I won't say anything else, but for this, I'll accept anyone who comes."
Hearing Xie Jin say this, Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Director Xie, I'm not going to recommend a movie script to you."
"I hope you can take The Truman Show to the three major European film festivals or the Oscars in the United States."
“From what I’ve heard, once you win an award at these film festivals, your work can be sold for a good price.”
“Not only can it increase our visibility, but it can also earn foreign exchange.”
The wine glass in Xie Jin's hand suddenly stopped.
He originally thought that Cheng Xuyuan's words just now were just to recommend a new script, but he didn't expect that what Cheng Xuyuan said was actually this.
Win awards internationally and earn foreign exchange with your films.
These two thoughts surged rapidly in his mind.
He was full of confidence in the script of The Truman Show.
I think this is one of the best works I have ever taken.
It would be a pleasure if the film could be released directly like this.
However, this kind of screening, in terms of earning foreign exchange, and comparing it with other types of films in the world, is really far behind.
"Xuyuan, do you think we can really do this?"
Xie Jin stared at Cheng Xuyuan and asked solemnly.
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Director Xie, let's not talk about whether it will work or not for now. I think this is an opportunity."
"We should also let our colleagues from all walks of life watch our movies."
"For many things, you won't know unless you try."
"If you don't try, how do you know how big the gap is?"
Hearing Cheng Xuyuan say this, Xie Jin smiled and said, "Xuyuan, you are right. For some things, we should try them first."
"I'll go back and find out more about the situation here. Let's try to go to the three major film festivals first."
At this point, Xie Jin raised his glass and said, "It's really a good idea to treat you to a drink today."
"Just based on your idea, I will treat you to two more drinks."
The two accompanying assistant directors and the cameraman also raised their glasses.
Cheng Xuyuan’s suggestion just now made both of them equally excited.
Because if the work wins an award, it will be of great benefit to both of them.
If I don't win the prize, it would just be a disappointment at most. What loss would that be?
What's more, both of them are very confident in their works.
I don’t know if it was because of Cheng Xuyuan’s suggestion that made Xie Jin very happy, so he raised his glass to Cheng Xuyuan frequently.
Although Cheng Xuyuan had made preparations before coming here, he still ended up getting drunk in the guesthouse.
When Cheng Xuyuan woke up, it was already the next morning.
After washing his face, Cheng Xuyuan staggered out of the room, and the person in charge of the guesthouse walked towards him with a smile.
"Mr. Cheng, we have millet porridge, preserved egg and lean meat porridge, steamed buns and fried dough sticks for breakfast. Would you like to have some first?"
Cheng Xuyuan, who felt acid reflux in his stomach, thanked him quickly, "Okay, I'll eat some then."
At this time, the person in charge said, "Mr. Cheng, when Director Xie left yesterday, he asked me to tell you that you should not leave at noon today. He has something else to talk to you about."
Cheng Xuyuan thought that he had said everything that needed to be said yesterday.
If I am not allowed to leave today, I am afraid I will still have to drink.
Thinking of this, Cheng Xuyuan said to the person in charge: "Director Li, I really have something to do and I have an appointment with someone."
"I'll write a note to Director Xie later. Please pass it to him."
Hearing Cheng Xuyuan's frankness, Director Li smiled and said, "Expert Cheng, let's do as you say."
After eating a meal of millet porridge, Cheng Xuyuan quickly rode his bike back to the villa where Shen Yumo lived.
Pushing open the door, Li Yufei was strolling around the yard with little An An in a cart. When she saw Cheng Xuyuan, she said with disdain, "Stay away from our An An. Look at you. You reek of alcohol now."
When Cheng Xuyuan came back, he had already taken a shower, but the smell of alcohol on his body could not be concealed no matter what.
His intention to hug his son was immediately extinguished by Li Yufei's words.
Helplessly, Cheng Xuyuan could only stand aside and watch his son.
Shen Yumo also came out at this time, looking at Cheng Xuyuan whose eyes were a little red, and said with a hint of blame: "You can't be so honest when you drink."
"If you need to drink less, drink less."
"In the end, you are the one who suffers."
At this point, she continued, "I made hot and sour soup at home. I'll give you a bowl later."
When Cheng Xuyuan heard about hot and sour soup, he felt his heart beating.
He quickly said, "Okay, I'll get myself a bowl."
"You should sit down and take a rest. I can go by myself." As Shen Yumo spoke, he walked towards the kitchen.
Looking at her sister who entered the room, Li Yufei snorted and said, "What's the point of being nice to you? You are just friends."
Hearing this, Cheng Xuyuan wanted to speak, but in the end, he said nothing.
The sour plum soup made by Shen Yumo is sour and sweet, and very appetizing.
After Cheng Xuyuan drank two bowls, he felt his stomach was much better.
He played with his son in the yard for a while and then went to harvest in the afternoon.
Since Xie Jin already knew that he was in the East China Sea, then his affairs in the East China Sea could no longer be concealed.
What's more, before the work seminar was held, he also had to meet with editor Sister Li and others.
"Xuyuan, why are you here?" Sister Li asked in surprise when she saw Cheng Xuyuan coming.
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "I went home for a few days during the holiday. I had nothing to do, so I came to Donghai to visit my friends."
Most of what Cheng Xuyuan said was true.
Sister Li didn't care about this. After pouring some water for Cheng Xuyuan, she started talking about the work seminar.
As expected, those who are coming are all heavyweight authors and critics.
Even the Writers Association has agreed to give a good report on this works seminar.
Hearing this, Cheng Xuyuan was naturally very happy.
But soon, he couldn't laugh anymore, because he heard the names of many guests who were coming from Sister Li.
For example, Wang Meng, Feng Jicai, etc.
These are all very normal. What made Cheng Xuyuan uncomfortable was that he heard Meng Dezhi's name on the list of those coming.
Shen Yunliang alone is already enough of a headache for him, and if Old Meng comes again, it will be the end of him!
(End of this chapter)
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