Chapter 280: Casting of "Heroes of the Army"
In China, if you want to make a military movie, you definitely cannot do so without the approval of the military.

One of the producers of the previous film "Operation Red Sea" was the Naval Political Department Television Art Center. When filming "Wolf Warrior 2", it was also with the support of the military that it was successfully completed.

"The King's Avatar" is a science fiction and military film. It is also a special effects blockbuster that cost a huge amount of money and is released overseas, so it must be approved by the military.

The content of "The Hero's Company 1" that Jiang Heng is going to shoot this time is mainly based on "Battle of Tianhe", which includes a fleet's firepower salvo plot. So after much thought, Jiang Heng felt that it would be more appropriate to cooperate with the Naval Political Department Television Art Center.

He naturally didn't know anyone from the Navy, but he must know Han Sanping.

That afternoon, he made an appointment with Chairman Han to have tea and casually chatted about the new film.

"Science fiction military?"

Han Sanping was genuinely stunned. After all, military affairs were not very popular in China, and in the international market, there didn't seem to be many audiences either.

After all, China's military strength in 07 was not very strong in the eyes of foreigners.

It would be fine if Hollywood filmed American soldiers fighting aliens, but if the Chinese filmed it, it would be a little lacking!

“Isn’t that too radical?”

Han Sanping chose his words carefully. It was Jiang Heng who came up with this idea. If it was someone else, he would probably call him "crazy".

"Science fiction military tells stories that take place in the future. Our current domestic military strength is a little weak, but I believe it will surpass that of the United States in the future!"

"I believe it too!"

Han Sanping said, and after thinking for a while, he said, "Okay, then I'll help you make an appointment with the leader of the Navy (TV Art Center)! By the way, how much are you going to invest?"

"Two hundred million US dollars!"

"It's still as generous as ever!" Han Sanping sighed, "Leave 30 million (US dollars) for China Film Group!"

Although he did not quite approve of the theme of "science fiction and military", every movie made by Jiang Heng was a box office hit, so Han Sanping felt it was necessary to get involved.

After all, there is really no risk.

Jiang Heng naturally had no objection. It was fine for other movies, but there were too many aspects that needed to be coordinated for military films, so China Film really needed to help share some of the burden.

Han Sanping did not mention contacting the Naval Political Department Television Art Center, while Jiang Heng began to consider the issue of actor selection.

The first male protagonist of the film is Ge Xiaolun, who is set as a college student, sunny and immature.

In Jiang Heng's opinion, Hu Can is a good choice.

Firstly, they are of similar age, and acting skills are not a problem.

Another crucial point is that, perhaps due to the influence of the "butterfly effect", he did not have a car accident in this life, and there were no factors that affected his expression.

Besides, Hu Chuan is a nice guy and we can have a long-term cooperation. I don't think he will quit or ask for a higher price.

As for the second male lead Liu Chuang in the film, Jiang Heng thought about it and decided to use Ding Haifeng.

After all, they are acquaintances who have worked together for many years. If there is no obviously more suitable candidate, old friends will definitely be given priority.

People like Jiang Wen and Chief Jia always use their wives as the female lead, even if the audience has some complaints, they still do so.

Gradually, the audience got used to it!

As for Zhao Xin and Cheng Yaowen, who have relatively weaker roles, he plans to use Huang Xiaoming for the former and Zhou Jielun for the latter.

After all, the prince of Demacia in "League of Legends" is very similar to Zhou Jielun's appearance in "Curse of the Golden Flower", which can be regarded as a surprise to the players!

Among all the female characters, the sunny goddess Lena, who has a funny attribute, will naturally be played by Da Tiantian, and it was agreed upon a long time ago.

As for the slightly cold Du Qiangwei, Jiang Heng felt that Liu Yifei was more suitable.

Firstly, Liu Tianxian's personality is a bit cold and aloof. Secondly, when she filmed "The Forbidden Kingdom", she had undergone a long period of action training, so filming the fighting scenes was not a big problem for her.

As for the Galaxy Shooter Qilin, she was inspired by Caitlyn, the policewoman from Piltover in League of Legends, and had a very sexy figure. After hesitating between Yang Mi and Kala, Jiang Heng finally chose the latter.

As for Yang Mi, she finally got the role of Rui Mengmeng, which had few scenes.

Of course, there is another more important character in the film, that is Sun Wukong, who is naturally played by Wu Jing.

Then there is the villain queen Morgana, and suitable actors include Fan Qiaoqiao and Zhang Yuqi.

Jiang Heng didn't think much about it and decided on Zhang Yuqi.

Then I made phone calls and contacted these actors.

There was naturally no problem with Hu Quan's side. Not only that, but it also made Cai Yinong, the beautiful boss of Tang Ren Pictures, overjoyed.

In recent years, she has often visited iQiyi, Youku and Tencent Video.

The reason is naturally the cooperation in TV dramas, but I have always recommended Hu Quan, hoping that he can get an important role in Jiang Heng's movies.

Although my wish has not been fulfilled, I am not discouraged.

After learning that Hu Can was expected to play the leading role, he began to have more ambitions and immediately took Hu Can and Liu Shisi to the capital.

In the lounge area of ​​the airport VIP lounge, Cai Yinong and Liu Shisi sat together and whispered: "This time, I may not be able to help you get a role, but the main thing is to make Director Jiang familiar with his face. Maybe he will think of you for a drama in the future!"

Liu Shisi nodded slightly and said softly: "I know, I didn't dare to have any extravagant hopes!"

She has only been in the industry for a few years, and although she has gained some fame for her role as Long Kui in "Chinese Paladin III", that's all she has.

In fact, I didn’t dare to have any extravagant hopes for Jiang Heng’s film. Even Hu Quan only had the opportunity after knowing Jiang Heng for many years!
After getting off the plane, the group took a car to the hotel.

Then I made an appointment with iQiyi Film Company and arrived at the iQiyi Film Building the next morning.

After waiting for a short while, a female assistant came over and said, "Director Jiang, please come in!" Then several people followed him into Jiang Heng's office.

"Director Jiang, you are getting more and more handsome!" Cai Yinong greeted enthusiastically.

"Boss Cai is getting prettier and prettier. Please take a seat!"

"Thank you Director Jiang!"

"any drinks?"

"coffee Tea)!"

After asking his assistant to prepare drinks, Jiang Heng started talking about the story outline of the new film and the role of Ge Xiaolun.

Cai Yinong also had doubts about the "science fiction war" theme, but she believed in Jiang Heng's ability.

Furthermore, with a huge investment of 200 million US dollars, considering Jiang Heng’s level, it is expected that the quality of the film will not be bad.

Then he talked about Liu Shisi who was standing next to him, "Director Jiang, this is our company's contracted artist Liu Shisi, who played the role of Long Kui in the Chinese Paladin III produced by your company!"

Jiang Heng looked at the beautiful woman in front of him with a demure temperament and said with a smile: "I know, she acted very well."

Liu Shisi was stunned when she heard this, her expression was surprised and delighted, but still a little shy.

He whispered, "Thank you Director Jiang for the compliment!"

Jiang Heng smiled and said, "I'm just telling the truth. I think Miss Liu will definitely become famous in the future!"

Liu Shisi didn't know how to respond and her cheeks turned slightly red.

Cai Yinong was overjoyed, "Director Jiang said you will be famous, then you will definitely be famous, Shishi, why don't you thank Director Jiang!"

"Thank you, Director Jiang!"

(End of this chapter)