Chapter 217, "Lost in Thailand," begins preparations; new team members join.
"These are just some casual practice pieces I wrote before, and I haven't found a suitable opportunity to share them."
"Seeing you and Wang Qiang here just reminded me."
Wang Yueheng calmly replied.
I thought to myself that it would be necessary to get a pen name from now on.
If new works of this high quality are constantly being released, it is indeed a bit frightening.
"So, are you still planning to direct this film yourself?"
Xu Zheng, holding the script, asked...
"No, I want to find another suitable director for this film, and I can serve as the producer."
Wang Yueheng shook his head.
With so many scripts in my hand, if I were to personally direct every single one of them, I'd be working myself to death and still not finish.
If it weren't for the use of "Dying to Survive" in this competition, Wang Yueheng wouldn't have come to Hengdian to perform himself.
"How about I direct it? I've directed quite a few comedies before, and the results were pretty good."
"For example, the earliest commercial comedy film I made also grossed more than a billion yuan at the box office."
Upon hearing this, Xu Zheng immediately became interested, straightened his posture, and volunteered.
Like a director coming for an interview.
Knowing full well that the script he had was likely to be a hit, Xu Zheng was unwilling to let such an opportunity slip away.
"It's not impossible, but I have a few requirements regarding this film."
Wang Yueheng did not object to Xu Zheng's self-recommendation.
Xu Zheng hurriedly said, "Go ahead."
As long as we can secure the lead role and directing rights for this film.
Even if Wang Yueheng asked him to act for free, Xu Zheng would agree without hesitation.
"First of all, I will only provide the script and theme song for this film. As for the filming funds and the team, the director will have to figure out the solution himself."
"Then the two male leads must be Mr. Xu Zheng and Wang Qiang. In addition, I will serve as the producer, and my studio will be responsible for the post-production editing of the final film."
Wang Yueheng then revealed all his thoughts.
"No problem! It's your script anyway, so your understanding of the script is definitely deeper than ours."
After learning of Wang Yueheng's idea, Xu Zheng thought for a moment and nodded in agreement.
The only thing that made him hesitate was that Wang Yueheng's team would be responsible for the post-production editing of the final film.
There is a high possibility that disagreements and conflicts will arise in this regard.
However, considering the editing quality of Wang Yueheng's previous film "Dying to Survive," this requirement is not unreasonable.
At worst, we can make two versions and use whichever one is more popular during the test screening.
"Based on my analysis of the script, I believe this film doesn't need a high budget, perhaps even less than ten million."
"The essence of the entire work lies in this script."
"So if you contribute your script as equity, and the box office revenue is split 30/70, you get 70% and I get 30%, is that a good ratio?"
After analyzing the script, Xu Zheng looked at Wang Yueheng and asked.
Xu Zheng is more optimistic about the popularity and accolades this film can bring than about making money from it.
He believes that he can win at least two more film and television awards based on this work.
He'd do it even if it didn't make him any money, as long as he could get the role.
"Okay, it's settled then."
Wang Yueheng's original plan was to split the profits 50/50.
However, since Xu Zheng took the initiative to increase his shareholding, Wang Yueheng did not refuse.
"Brother Wang Qiang, do you have any objections?"
Wang Yueheng then looked at actor Wang Qiang, who was still in a daze, and asked him a question.
"I...I have no objection. When shall we sign the contract?"
Looking bewildered, Wang Qiang hurriedly waved his hand, then asked cautiously.
Wang Qiang felt like he was dreaming.
She was supposed to go home and work, but she was told that she would be the lead actress in Wang Yueheng's new drama.
It was even signed by Wang Yueheng himself.
It was a completely unexpected and delightful surprise.
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