Chapter 331 Modification of the Scene
This year's Cannes Film Festival announced the data of films registered for the competition. After seeing the number, Gu Wei was a little shocked.

According to official data released by the film festival, the number of participating films from all over the world is expected to exceed 3,000, and the competition is extremely fierce.

“Cannes is worthy of being one of the three most prestigious film festivals in Europe, and the Palme d’Or is so attractive.

There are dozens of domestic films registered, and I don’t know how many will be shortlisted in the end.”

Recently, Feng Xiaogang, who was preparing for "1942", was in a good mood.

As a result, the organizers of the "Golden Broom" Award, which had just been established for two years, announced the list of winners for the second session.

With If You Are the One 2 and Earthquake, Feng Xiaogang won three awards: Most Disappointing Director, Most Disappointing Film, and Most Popular Advertising, becoming a hot topic in the circle.

"Fuck, what a bunch of bastards, ruining my reputation, how shameless."

In the office of Huayi Company, Feng Xiaogang cursed directly in front of Wang Zhonglei.

"Do these people think I'm the only one who's easy to bully? Why don't they comment on the movies of Gu Wei, Chen Kaige, and Zhang Yimou? It's really unlucky."

"Okay, Xiaogang, since you already know the other party's intentions, there's no need to get angry." Wang Zhonglei was a little annoyed as he looked at Feng Xiaogang in front of him. You're a director, but you don't make movies properly. Instead, you care about these messy things all day long. Is that interesting?

Wang Zhonglei's persuasion certainly did not stop Feng Xiaogang. He turned around and started to criticize him online. With the addition of netizens fanning the flames, it became quite lively for a while.

...

On the other side, Cheng Long, who finally saw Gu Wei and Liu Yifei, was almost in tears.

"It's not easy. If you two hadn't shown up, I would have gone to Europe to find you." Of course, this was what Cheng Long was thinking.

"Brother, you must have been impatient. You played for a few more days and didn't manage your time well."

In the office of Xingchen Film and Television Company, Gu Wei came up and explained.

"Hey, it's not a big deal. Yifei won the Best Actress award. She's so happy that it's normal for her to have more fun for a few days." Cheng Long waved his hand and signaled his assistant to take out the gifts. "Two little things. Congratulations to Yifei for winning the award."

Gu Wei didn't even look at it any further and just put it away. It was a nice gesture from the other person so it would be hard to reject it outright.

The two exchanged a few pleasantries and then got down to business.

"Director Gu, I won't hide it from you. As long as Yifei can come, everything else will be easy. I've brought the script with me, and I've changed Yifei's role a little. You're a big commercial film director, so take a look first."

As he spoke, Cheng Long took out a document and handed it to Gu Wei.

Wow, I have to say that this time, Jackie Chan really spent a lot of money to invite Liu Yifei to participate. Gu Wei has never heard that Jackie Chan changed the script for that female character or increased her role. His movies have always been about male protagonists. It seems that everyone is compromising for the sake of box office.

In the office, Cheng Long was sitting on the sofa drinking tea, while Gu Wei opposite him was reading the script carefully. The only sound in the room was the turning of pages.

After about half an hour, Gu Wei put down the script in his hand.

The story is not novel, on the contrary it is a bit old-fashioned. It is an action movie of the treasure hunt type with many comedy elements added in. Looking at the script, there are not too many fighting scenes of Li Chenglong. Gu Wei could only sigh inwardly that a generation of kung fu superstar has also grown old.

"The script is fine. Although the subject matter is not novel, the ending elevates the theme of the entire film. It is a qualified commercial film script."

Hearing this, Cheng Long's eyes lit up. As expected of a great international commercial film director, he had a unique perspective on issues.

"Then, Yifei..."

After seeing Gu Wei finish reading the script, Cheng Long brought up business.

"No problem. When Yifei received your call, she was very interested. She said that although she worked with Brother Long last time, it was not an action movie, which was a bit regrettable. This time they can work together again, which can be regarded as fulfilling her childhood dream."

Hearing this, Cheng Long finally felt relieved. All his hard work for a long time was not in vain. If he was rejected, he would probably be very depressed.

Cheng Long was very happy to see Gu Wei agreed. As for the fact that Xingchen Film and Television wanted to participate in the investment, Cheng Long knew about it before he came. Song Ge would discuss the specific matters. Anyway, there were only three producers in total. Cheng Long and Yang Shoucheng both agreed, so Huayi could not object.

After finishing his work, Cheng Long suggested calling Yifei to celebrate with her.

"Don't worry, call Mr. Han and the others in a couple of days and we can all get together."

"Okay, that's good. I'll let you know in advance when the time comes."

Just like that, Cheng Long left the company with a big smile on his face, and Gu Wei personally sent him to the door.

"Director Gu Wei showed up at the company and had a good chat with Cheng Long. It is suspected that there is a new collaboration."

"Director Gu Wei made his first appearance after the Berlin Film Festival, but Liu Yifei was not seen."

Naturally, the two people's meeting could not be hidden from reporters, and it was reported by the media within less than an hour.

"Haha, there is new cooperation, but the details will be announced after things are finalized." Cheng Long said with a smile during the interview.

The next day, Song Ge went to Huayi on behalf of the company. Wang Zhonglei was naturally mentally prepared for Song Ge's visit. At the same time, Jackie Chan and Emperor Entertainment Group's Florence Hui also participated in the negotiations.

"For a share of 50 million, Mr. Song's request is not low."

In the conference room, Wang Zhonglei said with a smile after hearing the other party's request.

Even though he was prepared, Wang Zhonglei was still amazed at the other party's appetite. However, even with the 50 million, Huayi was still the largest investor. "50 million is too much, 30 million is better."

"Boss Wang, the 50 million was specifically requested by Director Gu before we came here, and you also know that..."

After a while of haggling, Wang Zhonglei finally agreed. After all, looking at the attitude of Jackie Chan and Emperor Entertainment Group, if he did not agree to let Star Film and Television Company participate, they would probably leave him and go it alone.

"Mr. Song, 50 million is no problem, but Huayi must also have an equal investment share in Xingchen Film's next movie."

After agreeing to the other party's request, Wang Zhonglei also put forward his own request. When doing business, there is naturally a give and take.

Hearing this, Song Ge nodded. He and Gu Wei had discussed the other party's requirements before coming. As long as they did not cross the bottom line, they could talk.

In this way, the two sides talked for a long time and finally decided on the investment.

Huayi Company gave up 30 million, Jackie Chan and Emperor Entertainment Group each gave up 10 million, giving a total of 50 million shares to Star Films.

Liu Yifei plays the leading female role and receives a salary of RMB 1,500, but does not participate in the box office revenue sharing.

For the next movie produced by Xingchen Films, the company will invest in the same proportion according to the shares given up by the three parties.

That afternoon, Huayi Company, together with Star Pictures, Emperor Entertainment Group, and Jackie Chan Films, announced the news, including that Liu Yifei would be the leading actress.

"Xingchen Films invested 50 million to become a shareholder in the production plan of "The Chinese Zodiac."

"Cheng Long said frankly that Liu Yifei was the first actress for whom he repeatedly revised the script."

"Liu Yifei has been confirmed to play the leading role in "The Chinese Zodiac", with a salary of 15 million, breaking the record for the highest salary for a Chinese actress."

...

News pieces kept appearing on the headlines of major media websites. Reporters wanted to interview Liu Yifei more and more, but she never showed up and they couldn't find a suitable opportunity.

At the same time, in the villa.

Liu Yifei was lying lazily on the sofa, holding the Silver Bear in one hand and the script in the other, with her best friends including Su Chang, Jane Zhang, and Yao Beina next to her.

"Xixi, you're on the headlines again, look." Jane Zhang was scrolling through the news and screamed when she saw it.

"Where is it? Let me check." Su Chang snatched the phone and started to look at it. "The pay is 15 million. Xixi, you have to treat us. We are going to rip off the rich today."

"Yeah, you can eat whatever you want, as long as you stop pressing on me." Liu Yifei was pressed under Su Chang and Zhang Liangying at the moment, and said with a roll of her eyes.

"Xixi, call your man too." Yao Beina said at the right time.

"Okay, well...whoever said I'm your man, look at my dragon claw hand."

"Ah, stop scratching."

A few little girls were playing and fighting, and their laughter echoed in the living room. Liu Xiaoli, who was in the study room next door, shook her head with a smile, looking somewhat helpless.

...

On the other hand, the QQ group of the 96 acting class of the Central Academy of Drama is also extremely lively at this moment.

"Haozi, Lao Chen, tell me, how does it feel to go to Berlin?" The speaker was Hu Jing. She loved to be lively by nature and was always the talkative one in the class. She had a good relationship with everyone.

The movie "I Know Women's Heart" shot by the other party last year has just been released, and he is currently filming the TV series "Women's War" and is in the crew stage.

"We're just going to join in the fun. We're the supporting roles, right, male lead?" Chen Minghao tagged Qin Hao and teased.

"Haha, Haozi has been to the three major European universities several times, and that time he was not just a runner-up." Yuan Quan suddenly said.

"I guess Haozi is used to it." Zeng Li, who is usually taciturn, suddenly said this, causing a group of people to keep sending laughing emoticons.

Seeing the excitement in the group, Zhang Ziyi also wanted to join in. She typed several times and deleted them all. Her relationship with other people in the class has always been lukewarm. They only say hello when they meet, but don't contact each other privately.

"I don't like to hear you say that. Our little prince of art films will win a big award sooner or later." Qin Hao, who had been teased for a while, couldn't help but say.

"Although I haven't seen the movie, the fact that she won the Best Actress award shows that her acting skills are recognized. You should also work hard."

Seeing that the usually taciturn teacher Chang Li suddenly sent a message, everyone was amazed.

"How come you have time to show up today? Did you hear that, Haozi? I'm talking to you. Work hard in the future." Chen Minghao continued to tag Qin Hao.

At this time, "Lao Chen, Haozi, let's get together when you have time in a couple of days." Zhang Ziyi, who had not spoken in the group for a long time, sent a message, and the scene suddenly became deserted.

"Okay, we haven't gotten together for a long time." Qin Hailu suddenly said, not wanting to embarrass Zhang Ziyi.

"Well, let's meet up and chat sometime."

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(End of this chapter)