Chapter 129 Recruitment, small gathering

Years later, a piece of news came back from Hollywood, attracting the attention of people in the circle.

The media on the other side of the ocean reported that the Tomorrow's Star Film and Television Company had purchased a large amount of equipment and machines, and also included photos of many machines being transported into the company.

"It is reported that the equipment purchased by Director Gu is worth nearly hundreds of millions."

...

Calls from outside came in one after another.

Light Media, Wanda, China Film…

Despite his busy schedule, Han Sanping also called to inquire about equipment procurement.

"Gu Wei, did you really spend so much money?"

"Well, about the same, less than 100 million."

Han Sanping clicked his tongue twice, a hint of envy in his tone.

"Don't just think about that, think about what domestic companies think."

There is indeed a huge gap between the special effects production and post-production of the domestic industry and those over there. Other companies are thinking of ways to make money by making movies, but few companies will consider the special effects production.

Han Sanping placed his hopes on Gu Wei, hoping that he would give more consideration to domestic development.

"Director Han, the equipment and machines can be purchased again at any time. What the country lacks now is talent in this field..."

This is the situation in the circle. There is no shortage of directors and actors, with a large number of graduates every year. However, there is a huge gap in professional talents. Schools are only responsible for teaching theoretical knowledge, so they will not spend a lot of money to buy equipment for students to practice.

"I heard that Xingchen Films is recruiting employees from various universities. If you need support, please tell me directly."

"My idea is to recruit some people and send them to Hollywood to learn, so as to learn from the foreigners and defeat them..."

Gu Wei has been in Hollywood for quite some time and has visited the special effects centers of Warner and Universal Studios many times. To be honest, what he envies most are those professional engineers.

After hearing Gu Wei's idea, Han Sanping was quite supportive. There are currently no good special effects companies in China, not even as good as those in South Korea. Every year, many movies need to find Hollywood companies to produce special effects. Not only are the prices expensive, but the quality is also not good enough.

Han Sanping stopped there and just knew that Gu Wei had this idea.

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After the news from Hollywood came back, Star Films also started recruiting. The new office location is still under renovation, and it is estimated that they will not be able to move in for a while. The place is so big that it will take time to finish everything.

The interview will be held at the company and will be personally handled by Gu Wei.

In addition to Beijing Film Academy, the company also sent recruitment notices to other art theaters through other means.

It also includes technical personnel in the Internet field, and internal referrals are encouraged. Anyone who has good connections or is interested in this area can come and try.

The operation of Xingchen Film and Television Company allowed people in the industry to see Gu Wei’s determination and his real desire to establish a first-class special effects company in China.

"Wait until Director Gu's company's special effects department is ready. If there are any future projects, go ask him first."

The same scene happened at China Film, Wanda and Guangguang. Everyone supports people who can get practical things done.

...

"Support Director Gu's films and contribute to the domestic film industry."

"We have just started recruiting, so it will probably take some time before it is finalized."

Compared with other companies in the circle, netizens’ thoughts are much more straightforward.

"Director Gu is amazing. He makes money abroad but never forgets the development of China."

"Support Director Gu."

"Since our bid for the Olympics was successful, there is nothing we cannot accomplish."

...

"Name."

"Hello, Director Gu, my name is Li Feng, and I graduated from the Photography Department of Beijing Film Academy."

...

In the company, Wang Chen was responsible for the initial interview and Gu Wei was responsible for the re-examination.

There are many recent graduates who come to apply for the job, most of them are attracted by his reputation, and of course it is also related to the treatment of Xingchen Film and Television in the industry.

Gu Wei is very generous to his employees, providing them with good treatment and high benefits, and many people recommend him internally.

The interview lasted about three days, and the first batch of recruits numbered around 60, most of whom were technical talents.

Afterwards, the company signed a confidentiality contract with them, and within the next year, they would go to Hollywood to study in batches.

During this period, Liu Yifei also came over several times. Seeing more and more people coming to the company, the young lady was also happy.

When you're working, time flies.

After Gu Wei finished the interview, he called Ning Hao, Qin Hao and others to get together.

The location was in the villa he had just bought. Gu Wei had never lived in it before, so this time he went there to give it a try.

"Director, can I bring a friend over?"

In the company, Qin Hao, who has been confirmed to star in "Assembly", has not yet joined the crew.

"Who?"

"My classmate Chen Minghao, you have met the director."

"Okay, call him over. I haven't seen him in several years."

Gu Wei had a good impression of Chen Minghao, who was quite humorous.

After receiving Gu Wei's reply, Qin Hao left the office happily.

"Lao Chen, I've told the director to come together tomorrow. I'll pick you up then."

Qin Hao walked out of the company, took out his cell phone and called his good friend.

Chen Minghao, who graduated from the 96 undergraduate acting class of the Central Academy of Drama, did not have a smooth acting career. In 04, he participated in his first TV series "Youthful Ukraine".

Last year, he joined the crew of "Magic Phone" with Su Chang, and played two roles in the play: Mr. Fan, who bullies others and is vindictive, ambitious and perverted, and the Bull Demon King, a scheming and shameless monster.

On the other side, Chen Minghao, who was idle at home, heard this and became a little nervous for some reason. He asked over the phone:

"Haozi, this is my first visit. What should I bring? Any suggestions?"

"No need, the director has everything he needs. I bought two bottles of good wine, just bring them along."

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On the 20th, everyone gathered at Gu Wei's house.

Liu Yifei came once in the middle, just to take a look and get to know the place. At 5pm, Ning Hao and Xing Aina arrived first, accompanied by Huang Bo, and it was their first time here.

As soon as I walked in, I couldn't stop clicking my tongue.

“It’s really nice, the place is big and well-equipped.”

Ning Hao was too busy to sit still, so he and Huang Bo walked around the front and back yards before returning to the house.

"When we have money, we will buy one too, and then we can be neighbors with Director Gu again."

"Okay."

On the sofa, Gu Wei and a few others were drinking tea. Hearing this, he responded.

"Where's Yifei?"

Xing Aina asked at the right time.

"She went to pick up Su Chang. She might arrive later."

"What are your plans for the future? You're a big director now, you can't just sit there and do nothing."

As soon as he finished speaking, Huang Bo next to him stared at Ning Hao. This guy had been waiting.

“Recently, many companies have approached me to make movies, and I’ve read the scripts, but I’m not satisfied with any.

I have some ideas myself, and the script is still being written, so it will probably take some time to finalize.”

"Director Ning, don't forget me when the time comes."

Huang Bo next to him couldn't wait to say.

Huang Bo also gained some fame through "Stone", but due to his appearance, not many crews came to him, and most of them played supporting roles. He has also been keeping an eye on Ning Hao's movies, hoping to be able to participate in them.

Gu Wei nodded, "Alright, just tell me if you need investment."

...

Around 6 o'clock in the evening, Liu Yifei, Su Chang, Qin Hao and others arrived one after another. Together with Wang Chen, there were a total of 9 people.

Compared with others, Chen Minghao seemed a little restrained. After greeting Gu Wei, he started chatting with Huang Bo nearby.

As the conversation went on, the topic turned to the casting of "The Forbidden Kingdom".

Huayi Company announced that the role of "Golden Swallow" was won by the star-studded Jing Tian. Jing Tian instantly became famous in the circle and has been discussed by netizens a lot during this period.

"Director Ning, you've filmed a music video for her, so how's her acting?
To be able to defeat so many opponents, he must be very strong. "

Su Chang was outspoken and asked directly in front of everyone.

Ning Hao was a little confused by the question, but he still said:

"Uh, not bad."

"If you don't believe me, ask Director Gu and ask him to give his opinion."

Ning Hao pushed Gu Wei out.

Liu Yifei was intrigued. "Senior, please tell me quickly."

"She looks a lot like Yifei."

As soon as he finished speaking, the living room suddenly became quiet, and everyone looked at him, especially Liu Yifei, who stared at him with a bit of hostility.

"I mean, her experience is quite similar to Yifei's. They both entered the industry at a very young age, and after having a work, they participated in big productions."

"As for acting, it's pretty average, not as good as you two."

Gu Wei talked for a while before he finally came to his senses. When the two people next to him heard this, smiles appeared on their faces.

"I think she should go to a professional school to learn something. It's not a good thing to start with such a high starting point."

Ning Hao interjected and Gu Wei nodded in agreement.

Then he went on to say, "Nowadays, school admissions are increasingly based on appearance. People with average looks don't even qualify to get in."

Ning Hao was a little emotional. The enrollment for Beijing Film Academy had already begun this year, and he had gone to the art exam site several times. There were only handsome men and beautiful women there, which had become the standard.

“No wonder many directors who come from Beijing Film Academy like to pick actors from next door.”

"If they hear you saying this, they'll probably call you in for another talk."

Gu Wei joked.

"I said this to them in person. They only think about becoming famous and not honing their acting skills. This is putting the cart before the horse."

"Okay, you're the only one who talks too much. Director Gu hasn't said anything yet."

Xing Aina rolled her eyes at him and said something back.

Everyone laughed at his frustrated look.

...

Gu Wei invited a chef from the restaurant to prepare dinner. The chef is a native of the capital and has been in the industry for nearly 20 years. He is a very good cook.

“Fried crispy double pieces, sea cucumber with scallions, prawns…”

Paired with some cured meat, there are more than a dozen items in total.

"There are no outsiders here tonight, let's have a drink."

After all the dishes were served, Ning Hao made a suggestion.

"Okay, drink some."

Everyone was in high spirits. Gu Wei took some white wine and red wine and opened a few bottles.

Qin Hao and Huang Bo were very perceptive and quickly took the glasses from the wine cabinet. After pouring the wine into the glasses, everyone's eyes turned to Gu Wei.

"Director, say a few words."

Qin Hao cheered.

"Haha, it's a rare occasion for us to get together, so I won't say anything extra. Let's get drunk tonight. There are rooms upstairs where you can rest."

"cheers."

...

The meal lasted until late at night, and everyone who was drunk rested in the villa.

Liu Yifei's face was also red from drinking. She shared a room with Su Chang and spent the night at Gu Wei's house.

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(End of this chapter)