Chapter 470 Director Chen's Changes
When Gu Wei received another call from his teacher at Beijing Film Academy seeking investment, he was a little dazed.

As far as I can remember, several years have passed since I last invested in "Li Mi's Conjecture" by Professor Cao Baoping of Beijing Film Academy.

Although there are many teachers who send in many scripts on weekdays, after being reviewed by the company's professionals, they feel that they have no future and not many people actually invest in them.

This time, the call came from Dean Xie Xiaojing himself.

"Yes, it's OK, Dean. If there is no problem with the script, the company can fully invest in it."

Gu Wei settled the matter in just a few words over the phone, which made Xie Xiaojing on the other end of the phone feel very proud.

Nortel.

In the dean's office.

Xue Xiaolu was also overjoyed when he heard Gu Wei agree directly.

After Xie Xiaojing hung up the phone, Xue Xiaolu couldn't help but say thank you several times, and he was also a little curious.

"Gu Wei is such a big director, but he's quite easy-going. He agreed directly without asking for any specific details?"

“He looks easygoing, but he’s actually a bit stubborn, otherwise he wouldn’t be where he is today.

To be honest, if it was you, I wouldn't make this call at all if it was someone else, and I wouldn't want to trouble him. "Xie Xiaojing said with some emotion.

"Why? Is there any other reason?" Hearing this, Xue Xiaolu became even more confused.

"In fact, over the years, Gu Wei has invested a lot in the films of teachers at Beijing Film Academy, ranging from a few hundred thousand to several million, and every investment is a favor."

"I know this. I heard that Xingchen Film and Television Company has a special script review department. If someone comes to solicit investment, they need to go through at least three reviews. If they pass, they can get a considerable amount of funds.

That’s why I thought of him. These days, it’s rare for someone who is not related to me to come up with so much money out of thin air.”

Xue Xiaolu also considered it over and over again, and finally found Xie Xiaojing because a lot of funds were needed this time.

"Yes, the funds that Beijing Film Academy has obtained from Gu Wei over the years have accumulated to tens of millions.

I guess he himself doesn’t even know that some of these movies were invested by his own company. After all, human energy is limited.

Although not many movies lose money, few make money either. If Gu Wei invested in the filming himself, he would probably make several times more money. "

On the sofa, Xie Xiaojing took a sip of tea and said quietly.

"I really couldn't tell. I didn't expect there was such a story in the middle." Xue Xiaolu was also a little emotional after listening to it.

“Well, when I was chatting with him before, I also asked him why he agreed to it when he knew that some teachers were trying to attract investment under the guise of Beijing Film Academy.
Guess what he said?" Xie Xiaojing continued to ask.

Xue Xiaolu on the opposite side shook his head.

"He said that he made his first movie with the help of his teachers, and that the dean took good care of him when he was forbidden to direct. Now that he has the ability, he is willing to do what he can for Beijing Film Academy. If he really wants to make money, he can make more money by staying in Hollywood and making movies."

Talking about this, Xie Xiaojing's eyes lit up. Facts have proved that he was right about Gu Wei back then.

After listening to this, Xue Xiaolu kept nodding his head. No wonder all the teachers in the school had a good impression of Gu Wei. Even though some people had complained about Chen Kai and Zhang Yimou, almost no one had said anything bad about Gu Wei.

She originally thought that the other party had always remembered the teachers over the years and had given them gifts during festivals. Now it seems that Gu Wei has indeed lived up to the saying "Don't forget your friends when you become rich and powerful."

At the same time, after hanging up the phone, Gu Wei didn't think too much about it.

In his opinion, Xie Xiaojing was different from others. Apart from recommending a script by Cao Baoping, she had rarely troubled him over the years.

This time the other party asked in person, he would definitely not refuse, even though he still didn't know who the other party was talking about or which script it was.

When Tong Liya came to Gu Wei to ask for a role before, Gu Wei praised her a few words.

Now Zhao Liying is following suit and has found him privately to ask about the casting situation for Zhang Yimou's film.

As expected, those who can make it in the entertainment industry at least have courage.

Originally, Zhao Liying hadn't mustered up the courage to come and ask Gu Wei in person, but the lively auditions in the company these days could not be hidden from her own people.

With a few words of encouragement from Wang Jinghua, Ying Bao had no choice but to bite the bullet and ask.

“To be honest, I don’t really know the specific audition situation of Director Zhang at the moment, but I will say hello to him and you can go and give it a try.

If you pass, just prepare with peace of mind. If you are not selected, just wait for the company’s arrangements.”

After getting Gu Wei's reply, Zhao Liying left happily.

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The movie "Search" directed by Chen Kaige is scheduled to be released on July 7.

In order to highlight the style of the film, Director Chen held the premiere in the capital nearly two weeks in advance.

Eight leading actors including Gao Yuanyuan, Yao Chen, Zhao Youting, Chen Hong, Wang Xueqi, Wang Luodan, Chen Ran and Zhang Yi all made their appearances.

That day was the first time that Gao Yuanyuan and Mark Chao appeared on the same stage to promote a film after announcing their relationship. As soon as they appeared on the stage, they instantly became the focus of the entire audience.

When Gu Wei, Zhang Yimou, Ning Hao and Lu Yang arrived at the scene, they couldn't help but sigh at the generosity of Director Chen.

The scene was filled with loud drums and gongs and huge crowds of people.

Uh, the style of the painting is a bit wrong, it should be a place full of guests and a grand scene.

Almost all the big directors in the circle have arrived, and the CEOs of film and television companies and representatives of theater chains have also arrived.

As for celebrity artists, there are even more of them, including actresses such as Fan Binbin and Li Binbin, who are competing with each other for beauty.

Many male artists, led by Huang Xiaoming and Chen Kun, also came.

"I've discovered a problem. Every time Director Chen's premiere is bigger, the box office is higher..."

Ning Hao put on the big gold chain and said something in a nonchalant tone. He didn't finish his words, but everyone understood it instantly.

"Haha."

"Haha, let's go." Several people looked at each other and treated it as a joke.

I have to say that there were indeed quite a few fans stationed on both sides of the red carpet, holding up cheering banners, and they would always scream when they saw their favorite stars arrive.

You have to know that these fans didn't win tickets to attend the premiere. Many of them came simply to cheer for their idols.

"Haha, Director Gu, Director Zhang, Director Ning, Director Lu, welcome, welcome."

Seeing Brother Chen Kai being so polite, Han Sanping was fine, but Gu Wei, Zhang Yimou and others were a little uncomfortable.

"This is still Director Chen. It's a bit awkward when he suddenly becomes less reserved." Lu Yang whispered.

"Director Gu."

"Director Zhang."

After entering the venue, Zhang Wenbo, vice president of New Classics Media, greeted Gu Wei and others with a smile.

"boss Zhang."

Gu Wei replied with a smile that the man in front of him was very good at marketing and was a well-known film and television marketing expert in the industry. The Yingxing Tianxia Company he founded was the most professional film and television publicity and marketing agency in the country, without a doubt.

As the distributor, Han Sanping of China Film Group arrived late. When he arrived, the interview session had already begun.

Han Sanping came leisurely to sit next to Gu Wei. At this time, Brother Chen Kai brought the main creators to the stage and sat on chairs to be interviewed.

Looking at the enthusiasm of some media, everyone felt that there was something unusual about the reporters today.

As expected, the first question was full of topic.

“Director Chen, may I ask if you projected your own emotions left over from the online violence you experienced during the filming of The Promise into the movie ‘Searching’?” The reporter from Penguin Entertainment raised the microphone and started to question Director Chen.

As soon as this topic came up, the expressions of the creators did not change, but the more this happened, the more unusual the meaning became.

As the first director in China to suffer from "cyber violence", it seems normal for media reporters to ask this question.

“These media.”

Han Sanping's face looked a little unhappy. This not only exposed Chen Kai's shortcomings, but also exposed his own.

Brother Chen Kai looked indifferent and said frankly: "It's not cool to take personal revenge in your own movie.

Recently, a video of Chen Kai being pranked on the set of "Search" has been circulated online, and the soundtrack of the video is the popular hit song "The Most Dazzling National Style". I think it's pretty good and I don't mind it at all."

The media were greatly disappointed, as such an answer obviously could not create a hot topic.

"Director Chen, some people say that the movie "Searching", which is about cyber violence, is suspected of borrowing from "On the Beach at Night Alone". What do you think about this?" The reporter from Sohu Entertainment is just there to watch the fun, and asked very pointed questions.

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's faces changed. This was also something that Brother Chen Kai was reluctant to mention. After all, it was Gu Wei who first filmed the subject of cyber violence and won the Berlin Film Queen Award.

“Similar situations are inevitable when writing a script, but although ‘Searching’ and ‘On the Beach at Night Alone’ have similar themes, the content of the stories is very different.

Because the movie "Searching" tells a story about media violence and public opinion violence caused by the incident of "not giving up seats" on a bus. "

Brother Chen Kai quickly adjusted his mood and directed the reporters' attention to Gu Wei who was sitting in the audience. "Director Gu happened to be here today. Can everyone ask him for his opinion?"

"Uh." Gu Wei was speechless. He came to attend a premiere and encountered such a thing. What could he say?
You can't just accuse someone of plagiarism in front of so many media reporters!
When taking the microphone, Gu Wei said a few words casually, agreeing with what Brother Chen Kai had just said.

Sure enough, Brother Chen Kai on the stage smiled. Today, Gu Wei personally said that there was no problem of plagiarism or reference. I wonder who can use this as an excuse in the future?

Then, the disappointed reporter continued to ask questions.

"Director Chen, some people online said that the movie Searching looks like it was shot by Feng Xiaogang.

"1942" is more like Chen Kaige's work.

Regarding the role swap between Chen Kaige and Feng Xiaogang, what do you think, Director Chen?" The reporter from Sina Entertainment asked an interesting question.

"Brother Chen Kai will never be Feng Xiaogang, and Feng Xiaogang will never be Brother Chen Kai." Brother Chen Kai felt a little unhappy about the reporter comparing himself with Feng Xiaogang.

Just like that, the questions ended and the movie "Search" was officially screened.

During the screening, people were whispering from time to time.

When they were halfway through, even Lu Yang and Ning Hao couldn't help but look at Brother Chen Kai with admiration.

"Haha, Brother Kai is really capable. If he can really calm down and make a movie, he is indeed no worse than others." Zhang Yimou commented.

"As long as you don't touch the script, right?"

I have to admit that Ning Hao is a bit naughty and he specifically attacks people's weak spots.

And just like that, the movie was over.

Everyone applauded and it was their turn to ask questions.

For some reason, Brother Chen Kai was particularly concerned about Gu Wei's opinion today and directly asked him about his opinion on the movie!
"It's a very good movie. It reflects social reality and is also a hot topic nowadays. The box office should be good!"

Hearing this, not only Brother Chen Kai, but also Han Sanping's mouth corners slightly raised.

"Haha, thanks to Director Gu for the good words! I also hope that this movie can make a breakthrough at the box office."

The reporters at the scene also grasped the key point: the premiere had not yet ended.

A post titled "Director Gu Wei is optimistic about "Search" and predicts that the film will have a good box office" was published online.

For a time, netizens were also looking forward to it.

After all, some loyal fans care about the box office of this movie more than Chen Kai himself.

Just like what people say online, if Brother Chen Kai doesn't prove himself, more and more people will think that "Farewell My Concubine" was filmed by someone else.

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(End of this chapter)