Chapter 106 Who? Liu Dehua

Casting for Stone is ongoing...

During this period, Ning Hao came to see Gu Wei twice. The shooting location has been determined, which is the "hot pot capital" in China. Preparations are currently being stepped up and shooting is expected to start at the end of December.

Ning Hao was also quite cunning. He immediately found Xu Zheng, the leading actor of his previous movie, and planned to let him star in the film for "zero pay", but he didn't know how the negotiation went.

Huang Bo, who was studying in the vocational class of Beijing Film Academy, became the lucky one and got the first role.

When the news got back to the school, it caused quite a stir. Some students in the undergraduate classes were a little indignant. They ignored the undergraduate acting class and instead chose actors from the vocational class.

The school teachers didn't say anything. After all, no matter whether it was an undergraduate class or a vocational class, they all belonged to the people of Beijing Film Academy. The meat was rotten in the pot. In their opinion, as long as they were students who graduated from Beijing Film Academy, they could choose anyone.

In early November, Ning Hao came to Xingchen Film and Television Company again. This time he came alone because Xing Aina was busy with other things.

"Have you chosen your roles?"

"Almost done, Director Gu."

In the office, Ning Hao answered honestly.

"I heard that you chose a role from the vocational class. It spread all over the school. Didn't other teachers in the school contact you?"

“No, they are all students from Beijing Film Academy, no one said anything.

Director Gu, this is the list of other roles."

Ning Hao finished speaking and handed over a document.

"The character Bao Shihong is played by Guo Tao, and the character Dao Ge is played by Liu Hua."

Gu Wei looked at the cast list.

"Who is this Liu Hua?"

"A senior from the Central Academy of Drama."

"Good fellow, the main actors are all from the Central Academy of Drama. If you publish this list, the school teachers will probably talk to you."

“We are also following the path of other directors, the glorious tradition of Beijing Film Academy directors, haha.

Besides, the acting skills of actors who graduated from the Central Academy of Drama are indeed impeccable. Director Gu, your first movie also stars mostly actors from the Central Academy of Drama.”

Ning Hao chooses roles based entirely on his feelings, without any personal feelings involved.

"Okay, as long as you are satisfied."

Gu Wei said indifferently, and then asked:
"Is this why you came to see me today?"

“I can’t hide it from you, Director Gu.

There is a character in the movie, the international thief "Mike", and I plan to find a Hong Kong star to play a cameo role. "

"Oh, tell me who you're going to find."

Gu Wei asked casually without even raising his eyelids.

"Liu Dehua."

Wow, you are so arrogant. Let me just say something big. At this stage, Andy Lau’s pay is not low. Although it can’t be compared with Jackie Chan’s, it is still several million.

"You really dare to think that with only 800 million investment, you can directly ask Liu Dehua to star in it."

"Guest appearance, guest appearance."

"I don't know him, and we have never worked together."

Gu Wei told the truth.

"I don't know Brother Hua either."

Ning Hao said that thanks to Gu Wei's investment, Ning Hao did not participate in Liu Dehua's "Asian Rising Star Director" program in this life, and the two have never met.

"I'll find someone for you."

Gu Wei thought for a moment and said.

"Who?"

"Director Han from China Film Group, go ask him for help in introducing me. Whether it will work out depends on your ability."

"That's great. I'll need to rely on your reputation when the time comes."

"can."

Gu Wei agreed readily.

It sounds good to let Liu Dehua make a cameo appearance in this movie, Gu Wei thought to himself.

In front of Ning Hao, Gu Wei called Han Sanping and told him about this. The other party did not refuse and agreed to introduce him.

Ning Hao saw this, grinned, and walked out of the company gate with a smile. …

In 05, in addition to movies, the domestic television drama industry also developed rapidly, and many excellent works were produced.

At the beginning of the year, Chen Baoguo's "The Emperor of Han Wu" was broadcast on CCTV-1. It is a wonderful drama and also the memory of a generation.

Immediately afterwards in March, the TV series "The Inspector General of the Song Dynasty" starring actor He Bin was broadcast. The drama was broadcast on CCTV's prime time and the average ratings soared to 3%. It should be noted that the "News Broadcast" that dominated the major satellite TV stations at the time only had 7.85%.

Also broadcast that month was the TV series "Number One Under Heaven" directed by Hong Kong director Wang Jing, which was called the pinnacle of martial arts dramas. With the retirement of "Eunuch Cao", domestic martial arts dramas regressed 20 years. This meme originated from this TV series.

The TV series "Drawing Sword" aired in September led to the rise of domestic military themes and was loved by the audience for its three-dimensional characters, realistic plot and diverse role changes.

There are also Taiwanese TV series such as "It Started with a Kiss" and "The Prince Who Turns into a Frog", which are also fond memories for the post-80s and post-90s generations.

Korean culture is also invading the country. In addition to movie stars, the Korean drama "My Girl" introduced by Nanhu Satellite TV is continuing to be popular, setting off a craze for South Korean flower boys.

...

On November 11, the 12th Golden Rooster Awards was held in Sanya. The closing ceremony was hosted by Zhang Guoli. The awards were announced one after another to the soundtrack of the Hainan-style dance drama "The Red Detachment of Women".

"Hong Kong's famous movie star Cheng Longlong won the Golden Rooster Award for Best Actor, becoming the first Hong Kong and Taiwan actor to win the Golden Rooster Award for Best Actor."

"New Police Story" defeated "Cocolisi", "Zhang Side" and "A Full Moon". As soon as the results came out, everyone understood that it was most likely an internal decision.

"The Best Feature Film was jointly awarded to "On the Taihang Mountains" and "Kehkexili"."

Another double yolk egg is freshly baked.

"The winner of Best Director is: Ma Liwen for "The Two of Us"."

"Tang Guoqiang won the Best Supporting Actor Award at this year's Golden Rooster Awards for his outstanding performance in Zhang Side."

After the award ceremony, netizens had heated discussions online.

"It's worthy of being the Golden Rooster. 23 judges can even have a double yolk egg. That's awesome."

"I kind of understand Director Gu. The judging panel just doesn't do their job."

...

Many people posted messages and made all kinds of comments. Director Gu Wei’s past deeds were dug up again and many netizens spoke up for him.

Gu Wei saw the news report but didn't take it seriously. He had seen clearly what the domestic awards were like in the past two years.

.........

In the next few days, after dealing with the company's affairs, Gu Wei did not stay long. He received a call from Reid and there were some things that needed him to go over and deal with.

On November 11, Liu Yifei and Qin Hao drove Gu Wei to the Capital Airport.

As soon as the few people got off the car, the reporters who were waiting for them surrounded them.

"Director Gu, we are going to Hollywood."

Looking at Gu Wei carrying the suitcase, the reporter asked.

"Well, I have something to do over there."

Gu Wei did not hide it and brought his luggage to the airport, so it must be for something else.

"Yifei..."

"Qin Hao..."

The two of them could not escape the interview of reporters.

After answering a few questions from reporters, Gu Wei went straight to the waiting room, and Liu Yifei and Qin Hao followed him.

"Go back, it's almost time to board the flight."

Gu Wei glanced at his watch and spoke.

"Director, have a good trip. We are waiting for you at home."

"Senior, please be safe."

Liu Yifei said sweetly.

"Well, go back and study your acting skills well."

"Uh-huh."

The boarding reminder sounded, and after Gu Wei finished speaking, he walked directly to the aircraft entrance.

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(End of this chapter)