Chapter 248 Chapter 248: Change a Director for "Painted Skin"

The Cross-Strait and Three Places Directors’ Symposium is actually a relatively pragmatic exchange meeting. Although the previous sessions have substantially accelerated the cooperation of Chinese-language films, few directors have given clear suggestions on the future development of Chinese-language films at the meetings. and planning.

Shanhe's unique approach gave the nearly two hundred directors attending the meeting a big surprise.

Shanhe didn't care about other people's opinions, nor did he care about other people's thoughts. In the first three days of the meeting, he changed his low profile in front of the public.

He made quite radical proposals on three topics: changes in the Chinese film market, how Chinese films integrate into the world, and the positioning of mainstream Chinese films.

During the meeting, Shanhe received many questions and received a lot of applause. In this exchange meeting, Shanhe left an unexpected mark!

On the fourth day of the symposium, Shanhe did not speak out again. Enough has been said. As for how much impact it will have on Chinese-language films, Shanhe doesn’t know!

Before the closing ceremony of the symposium, Shanhe met Han Shanping with a smile on his face at the entrance of the venue.

"Why didn't you speak today? I saw how high-spirited you were two days ago. You have quite a bit of the demeanor of the Marquis of Ten Thousand Households back in the day!"

Shanhe shook his head and responded: "Mr. Han, since I have participated in the symposium, I have to tell the truth. Do you think what I said is wrong?"

Han Shanping looked at Shanhe and responded: "That's very well said, full of confidence. I hope your words can come true soon. Shanhe, you don't seem to be very optimistic about Hong Kong directors. Is there any reason?"

Shanhe turned to look at Han Shanping and said, "Mr. Han, I never said that! Co-productions are now the mainstream of Chinese-language films, and Hong Kong directors are more popular than mainland directors!"

"Haha..." Han Shanping said with a smile, "I don't understand you yet. I think what you mean is that Hong Kong and Taiwan directors don't do deep work and only want to make quick money!"

"Mr. Han, this is what you said!" Shanhe replied with a smile, "Hong Kong Island directors are used to the filming rhythm of Hong Kong Island. I guess not many can adapt well to the mainland. Except for police and criminals and action themes, they can't shoot Make other types of movies!”

"Oh?" Han Shanping lowered his head and thought for a moment, then raised his head and asked Shan He, "What do you think of John Woo? He has returned to Hong Kong from Hollywood. He has contacted China Film Group a few days ago and is interested in taking over as the director of the second part of "Three Kingdoms" Location."

Shanhe was surprised when he heard this. I was already flapping my wings so hard. How could the inertia of history be so stubborn in forcing Old Wu out?

"Mr. Han, it's not appropriate for a Hong Kong and Taiwan director to direct a historical blockbuster! Aren't you afraid that he will make the Romance of the Three Kingdoms into a gangster vendetta?"

Han Shanping looked at Shan He, who was speechless, and replied: "We don't know who will direct the Three Kingdoms series at the moment. I guess Lao Mouzi can't count on it. There is no suitable director in China!"

Shanhe stopped and thought for a moment, looked at Han Shanping who looked back at him and said, "Mr. Han, I don't have any good ideas for a while. If it doesn't work, I'll do a co-director!"

"Co-director?" Han Shanping looked at Shanhe and said, "That's a way. I'll go back and think about it!"

…

The two of them walked into the closing ceremony venue of the symposium as they talked.

The 8th Cross-Strait and Three-Region Directors’ Symposium ended with Han Shanping’s closing speech.

In fact, there were no substantial results from this meeting. In addition to a few more co-production projects, the symposium also issued an appeal in the name of all Chinese film directors, calling on the industry to pay attention to cultivating the film market and combating piracy. Improve industry regulations, cultivate new director talents, establish art theaters, etc.

After the meeting, Shanhe returned to the courtyard and continued his writing life.

His rhetoric at the meeting still had a certain effect. Within a few days, a film company in Hong Kong established an online relationship with Chuhe Film and Television.

Emperor International has launched cooperation negotiations with Chuhe Film and Television, and plans to jointly invest in and shoot multiple films within two years.

What surprised Shanhe the most was that Xu Ke also came to the door.

His movie Seven Swords had just been a huge flop.

With an investment of RMB 1.4 billion, the box office in Hong Kong was only HKD 8 million and the box office in the mainland was HKD 83 million. Excluding the sale of overseas copyrights, the producer is conservatively estimated to have lost between RMB 50 million and RMB 80 million.

Xu Ke spent three years creating the entire "Seven Swords" universe, and the first part was a slam dunk!

This was another major investment and creation failure for him since "Shu Mountain", and he himself suffered a huge loss!

However, Xu Ke has had a tenacious temperament since he was a child. He did not indulge in failure, but instead had a huge idea.

This time he approached Chuhe Film and Television. The release of "Bottom Hot Girl" impressed him so much. In addition, Shanhe's heroic words at the director symposium between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait and three places have spread throughout the Chinese film industry.

Everyone remains optimistic about the prospects of Chuhe Film and Television. It has money, people, and most importantly, ambition!

When Shanhe heard that Xu Ke came to visit with a project, he asked Yang Liu to call Xu Ke and make an appointment to invite him to visit.

Xu Ke and his wife Shi Nansheng came as invited. Shanhe received two well-known couples and partners in Hong Kong Island in the main hall of the courtyard.

After the three of them exchanged pleasantries, Shanhe invited them to sit on the sofa in front of the coffee table and began to show off his tea-making skills.

"Shanhe, your tea-making skills are very pleasing to the eye. I can see that you attach great importance to self-cultivation. Tea art is the state of mind, and it is worth learning!" Xu Ke said with a smile as he looked at Shanhe.

Shanhe poured tea for the two of them and made a gesture of inviting tea, "Director Xu praised me, I learned this from Ma Weidu, it's just arty, but the tea is good tea, Wuyi Rock Tea from Fujian Province!" "

Xu Ke and his wife took a sip of tea, nodded and praised: "We have been to Wuyi Mountain. It is a place of outstanding people. Taking a sip of Wuyi Mountain rock tea seems to be back to the beautiful Jiuqu River. It is refreshing and has endless aftertaste!"

"Director Xu, Ms. Shi is indeed a person who knows tea. If you like it, take some back home. My hometown is not far from Wuyi Mountain, and I often meet people with tea!" Shanhe said with a smile, "Director Xu, Ms. Shi, I I was overjoyed to hear that the Xian couple had a new work, so I invited you two to come home to chat and talk about the movie. I would like to thank you both for your appreciation!"

Xu Ke and his wife looked at each other, Xu looked at Shanhe and replied: "We are defeated generals. To be honest, when I found Chuhe Film and Television, I didn't expect you to receive me in person, let alone receive courtesy at your home. , it’s our turn to thank you, Shanhe, you don’t have to be polite, we appreciate your respect!”

Shanhe looked at the two of them and responded with a smile: "Then I won't be polite anymore. We will have to cooperate in the future. The future is long. Director Xu, Ms. Shi, what do you think of the mainland film market and the development of mainland films?"

Xu Ke took a sip of tea and replied: "Shanhe, we have heard what you said at the symposium, and we have also discussed it privately. Although we are not as confident as you, we still agree with most of it. I am very satisfied with your animation special effects." I am particularly interested in the production plan, as computer technology will be used more and more in movies and become more and more important!"

Shi Nansheng also nodded in agreement: "Shanhe's judgment is very far-sighted. The mainland's film market is indeed unfathomable, but quality films are needed to support this market. Hong Kong films are a lesson. They only want to make money, but ignore the film." The development of the company can only survive now, and the whole circle has collapsed!"

"That's great!" Shanhe poured tea for the two of them and continued: "Director Xu, Ms. Shi, I have watched all of your movies, including this time "Seven Swords". I think we are in the same camp. We have many things in common in our pursuit of movies, and I have wanted to discuss it in detail with you for a long time, and this time I finally got my wish!"

Xu Ke looked at Shanhe with surprise, "Really? Shanhe, what do you think of my failure in "Seven Swords" this time?"

Shanhe took a sip of tea and replied: "I can see that Director Xu you want to build a huge movie world. I even feel that you are imitating "The Lord of the Rings" and want to bring the audience a realistic and illusory world of Seven Swords!"

Xu Ke responded eagerly: "Shanhe, you are indeed a discerning person. This was my initial thought. Moreover, I invited the Huang family from "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" to be the art director. The soundtrack was composed by neon music master Kenji Kawai. The visual effects were produced by the production team of "Lord of the Rings". Unfortunately, the filming rhythm was not well controlled. The final cut of the film was actually four hours long. In the end, one and a half hours of content had to be cut again in order to fit the release. The entire film The movie was in pieces, looking back now it was because I was too arrogant at the time!"

Shanhe looked at the annoyed Xu Ke and said: "Director Xu, with all due respect, "Seven Swords" also has shortcomings in the plot. Your concept is too huge. No audience is willing to spend more than two hours to watch a trailer. , the screenwriter has a lot to discuss!"

Shi Nansheng continued: "Actually, during the process of arranging the film, I had a hunch that Xu Ke was a little too ambitious this time. He took it for granted!"

Shanhe smiled and replied: "Although the result of "Seven Swords" was not satisfactory, I still fully agree with Director Xu's creative concept. The Xian couple also have a far-sighted vision than their colleagues in Hong Kong. Director Xu, can you tell me about yours? New ideas?”

Xu Ke looked at Shan He gratefully and replied: "Shan He, have you watched the popular drama "Detective Di Renjie" in the past two years? My idea is that this drama inspired me. During the period of Emperor Gaozong and Wu Zetian of the Tang Dynasty, a young Di Renjie faces various strange cases, which contain political conspiracies, ethnic hatred, power struggles, etc. Some fantasy plots can also be added appropriately. It will be a very attractive series theme!"

Shanhe knew about this series, and Xu Ke successfully put it on the big screen in later generations. Shanhe was somewhat impressed.

"Director Xu, is that all there is? You haven't started writing the script yet?"

Shi Nansheng looked at Xu Ke who didn't know how to speak, shook his head and said: "He is a little doubtful of himself now. Shanhe, your talent as a screenwriter is obvious to all. He wants to talk to you. It's best if you can give him some help!"

Shanhe looked at Xu Xiaoxiao, who was a little embarrassed, "Director Xu, you are in a hurry and seek medical treatment. This idea and story are all yours. If I give you advice at this time, it will disrupt your idea. Director Xu, you are now Still feeling the lingering effects of "Seven Swords", I suggest you try to be steady first and take your time. If that doesn't work, make another movie first to recuperate your spirit. There is no need to rush into preparations for a series of movies!"

Hearing this, Xu Ke looked up at Shanhe, nodded and responded: "Hey! I'm a little out of control. I want to quickly restore my reputation, but I'm also a little unsure and unsure, which makes you laugh!"

Shan He added tea to Xu Ke, "Director Xu, a director's confidence must be gained from movies. I have an idea that is more suitable for you!"

Xu Ke's eyes lit up when he heard this. Shanhe's scripts were so famous that he had never heard of them failing. "Is it true? Shanhe, tell me!"

"Among Director Xu's films, "A Chinese Ghost Story" is the one that impressed me the most and is also my favorite. Director Xu is very good at portraying women, especially fantasy female characters. What do you think about our adaptation of "Painted Skin"? How about a classic Chinese story?" Shan He replied calmly.

""Painted Skin"?" Xu Ke fell into deep thought after hearing this.

Shi Nansheng on the side asked: "Mainland movies shouldn't allow characters like female ghosts to appear. The adaptation of "Painted Skin" probably won't pass the review!"

Shanhe responded with a smile: "Ms. Shi, let's change the female ghost into a spirit. How about a vixen who longs to be a human? A young general rescued a charming woman and returned home. As a result, a battle took place between the general, his wife and the vixen. A love triangle emerged between them. The introduction of the story is a painting, but it is still about feelings. A fox falls in love with a human, but the emotions between humans and animals are different. Conflicts are easy to create. Furthermore, this The story can also incorporate fantasy scenes, and there are a lot of special effects shooting and production. Director Xu’s technical expertise will not be wasted. There seems to be no similar film in China, and there should be a market!"

After pondering for a moment, Xu Ke, who came back to his senses, suddenly became more interested, "Shanhe, you have a good idea. This subject matter is indeed suitable for me. Do you have a script?"

Shanhe shook his head, "I just made this up on the spur of the moment. Where did the script come from? If you are interested, Director Xu, it would not be difficult to complete the script. Chuhe Film and Television has a professional team of screenwriters. I will write an outline in a while. You can You can work with the screenwriting team of Chuhe Film and Television to improve the script, and you don’t have to worry about the investment. You can talk to Zhong Lifeng about the specific cooperation plan, and I believe she will give you both a satisfactory answer!"

After Xu Ke and his wife looked at each other, he responded cheerfully: "The rumors from the outside world are true. Shanhe, your talent is really frighteningly quick. At this moment, you gave us such a big surprise. Can you explain it?" I owe you a big favor!"

Shanhe waved his hand and said: "Director Xu, you're too polite. I said that we have the same creative philosophy and can be said to be like-minded fellow travelers. You are a famous director in China and my senior. I hope you can give me more guidance in the future. Give me some guidance as a new director!"

"Haha..." Xu Ke responded with a smile, "You are the record holder of Chinese films. We were all stunned by your "Bottom Hot Girl". I don't dare to give you advice. There is no problem in exchanging experiences."

"Director Xu was very complimentary. In fact, the media is right. "Bottom Hot Girl" was allegedly released in a fraudulent manner and relied on accumulated book fans. My level is still far behind!"

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An hour later, Shanhe and Yangliu sent the happy Xu Ke and his wife out of the courtyard.

Yang Liu looked at the declining figures of Xu Ke and his wife, then turned to look at Shan He and asked: "Boss, the story of "Painted Skin" is very good. It sounds like a good idea. Why don't you shoot it yourself?"

Shanhe replied with a relaxed look: "Xu is a director worth wooing. He is not as tired as other Hong Kong directors. He is still very pursuing movies and is a technical fan. Besides, I am not sure about filming. Good "Painted Skin", there are two heroines in this movie, you let Zeng Li try to be the wife of the male protagonist Wang Sheng, after this movie, Zeng Li's role should be no longer shackles!"

"Boss, you are very considerate!" Yang Liu said with a smile, "Boss, have you heard another thing? Wang Jinghua has changed jobs with more than a dozen of his artists, and Huayi's reputation has been greatly damaged!"

"Oh?" Shanhe turned to look at Yangliu and asked, "Tell me the specific situation!"

Yang Liu replied with a gossipy face: "Wang Jinghua jumped from Huayi to Chengtian Entertainment, taking away most of his actors and resources. There are a lot of rumors outside, making it seem like Huayi is going to collapse. In fact, Wang Jinghua and Huayi have only a cooperative relationship. Wang Jinghua is just under the name of Huayi. The situation is not exaggerated at all like the rumors outside. Huayi has indeed been affected, but it is not a problem. Boss, what do you say? That’s right, the agency department cannot be the backbone of a film company!”

Shanhe nodded and continued to ask: "What is the background of Chengtian Entertainment?"

"Chengtian Entertainment is a company just established this year. The boss is Wu Kebo. The company behind it is Neon's Aihui Records. It is an entertainment complex owned by Neon Capital. Orange Sky Entertainment's ambitions are not small. The first shot is As we are facing the vanguard of the Chinese Private Film Company, I estimate there will be a lot of action in the future!" Yang Liu replied in a deep voice.

The reason for this impression of Chengtian Entertainment Shanhe is that the embarrassing "Battle of Red Cliffs of the Three Kingdoms" in my memory seems to have been originally initiated by Orange Sky Entertainment. This time Three Kingdoms was borrowed by Shanhe. I wonder if Chengtian Entertainment can still What's going on?

"Under normal circumstances, more capital will enter the entertainment industry in the future. This is a big outlet!" Shanhe replied casually.

"Boss, would you like me to get more exposure to production work?" Yang Liu asked hesitantly.

Shan He looked at Yang Liu and asked, "What, you don't want to be in charge of the agency department anymore?"

"No!" Yang Liu replied, "I just feel that the agency will become more and more marginalized in the future, and I don't want to be left behind!"

"You're out of line! You're just thinking wildly!" Shanhe responded angrily, "It's up to you, you can contact more producers. It won't be a conflict anyway, but you have to make arrangements for the agency department. We actors all have potential. Perfect!"

"knew!"

Shanhe spent a long time writing the plot summary of "Painted Skin" and threw it to the screenwriting team of Chuhe Film and Television. Xu Ke also joined the screenwriting team with great interest.

Of course, Chuhe Film and Television attaches great importance to Shanhe's project. According to Shanhe's storyline, Xu Ke is naturally familiar with this kind of ghost movie, and the script is being developed very quickly.

In less than ten days, the first draft of the script for "Painted Skin" appeared in front of Shanhe.

After Shanhe browsed through it, he compared it with the fragments in his mind. They were almost inseparable and could not be copied exactly.

The director was replaced by Xu Ke, so he had to consider Xu Ke's opinion. Shanhe handed the script to Xu Ke without changing a word. Since he was chosen, Shanhe had to believe in him!

Xu Ke's hands and feet were much faster than Shan He thought, and within two days the news of Xu Ke's new film came out.

Xu Ke and Shi Nansheng are both under the name of Chuhe Film and Television. The production companies of "Painted Skin" include China Film and Ciwen Media.

Zhong Lifeng and Shan He both understand that it is taboo to be a one-man foodie, so they must give up their share. Xu Ke and his wife also have 5% of the director's share and 5% of the investment quota.

Shi Nansheng serves as the chief producer of "Painted Skin" as the art director of Chuhe Film and Television.

Before Shanhe left the capital and flew to Hollywood, preparations for "Painted Skin" had already begun.

As soon as the exact news of Xu Ke and his wife's cooperation with Chuhe Film and Television came out, it caused an uproar in the film and television industry.

"Seven Swords" just lost money and almost pawned off his pants. Xu Ke, whose reputation has been tarnished, is not affected at all. Is it so easy for Chuhe Film and Television to get money?

But when the project announcement for "Painted Skin" was released the next day, everyone understood that Xu Kebang had joined Shanhe, and the first name on the screenwriter column of "Painted Skin" was Shanhe.

Screenwriter Shan He alone has brought enough attention to "Painted Skin". What kind of movie can Xu Ke make this time?

Everyone is very curious. "Painted Skin" is a good subject matter and has great popularity among the people. Several film companies are very upset. Why didn't we think of such a good adaptation subject matter?

But "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" has more than just "Painted Skin"!

"Painted Skin" has attracted the attention of the Chinese film circle and popular movie fans as soon as the project was launched, and everyone is talking about the movie.

The old version of the movie "Painted Skin" is one of the youthful nightmares of many middle-aged people. The scene where a whole piece of human skin is peeled off caused countless people to scream!

Amid this discussion, Shanhe boarded a flight to Los Angeles. "The Martian" was about to be released, and Bruckheimer called one after another to urge him.

On October 6, 2005, Shanhe arrived at the long-lost Los Angeles International Airport. As the plane passed over the city at low altitude, Shanhe glanced out of the window. From the night in Beijing to the night in Los Angeles, the same lights were shining, as if everything Nothing has changed, but in fact everything has!

Shanhe saw Anne Hathaway traveling in disguise at the exit. She was wearing a dark peaked cap and a mask covering most of her face, but her iconic big eyes were still bright and clear.

Wearing a black gown and jeans, with her slim figure looming, Shanhe was instantly fascinated by his long-lost girlfriend!

Anne Hathaway also saw Shanhe dragging his suitcase. She waved her hand excitedly and pointed to the exit of the airport to indicate to Shanhe, who understood what she meant.

Anne Hathaway's fame in Hollywood is much greater than in her previous life. The chaos of mountains and rivers gave her a huge opportunity to rise.

A few years ago, "The Princess Diaries" and "The Fault in Our Stars" had already elevated her to the top of Hollywood's young female stars.

Elizabeth Swann in "Pirates of the Caribbean" completely made her a popular Hollywood actress.

According to Bruckheimer, Annie's salary in "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" has already reached 15 million US dollars, and the final salary is expected to increase a bit!

Looking at his girlfriend with excitement in his eyes, Shanhe smiled and nodded to her. She was afraid that she would be spotted by the paparazzi. In fact, Shanhe had been prepared for it. Since he came to Hollywood, he could not avoid publicity.

Twenty minutes later, Shanhe and Yangliu got into Anne Hathaway's black nanny car.

As soon as Shanhe got in the car, he was greeted by Anne Hathaway's passionate kiss. Shanhe was instantly lost in the sweetness of his girlfriend. He put his arms around Anne's slim waist and began to entangle Anne Hathaway!

Yang Liu looked at the rearview mirror in the passenger seat and was speechless for a while. The Oceanic Horse was the Oceanic Horse, without any scruples!

After a few minutes, the two separated and stared at each other, "My dear, you are finally here!"

"Annie, I'm here, are you okay?" Shanhe held Anne Hathaway's face and asked gently.

"I missed you, honey, kiss me!"

Both of them felt each other's passion and desire. They were intoxicated in the exchange between their lips and teeth, and the smell of hormones filled the entire rear compartment!

Yang Liu pulled up the baffle behind him. Alas, the boss also transformed in Country M.

Shan He and Anne Hathaway thoroughly enjoyed their long-awaited reunion, and their young bodies seemed to have no limit to fatigue.

The next day, when Shanhe woke up, there was no one around him. Shanhe was about to get up when the bedroom door opened and Hathaway, dressed in silk pajamas, walked in with breakfast.

With his girlfriend's curvy figure and the temptation of silk pajamas, Shanhe experienced the longest breakfast in his life!

When Shan He walked out of the bathroom, it was already half past ten in the morning.

"Honey, we were still photographed!" Hathaway said, holding up the newspaper.

Shanhe took the newspaper, and the photo of the two holding hands and getting out of the car was published on the front page of the entertainment section of the Los Angeles Times.

The title is "The magician arrives on the battlefield, and the female pirate enthusiastically responds!"

Shanhe was speechless for a while, what a lousy headline. He threw the newspaper on the table, smiled and said to Hathaway: "Ignore him! Anne, do you have any work recently?"

Hathaway stood up and hugged Shanhe and replied: "My dear, I want to try to be on the Oscar stage. I recently accepted an English film "Being Jane Austen", and I may fly to London next week, dear. , you won’t blame me!”

"Of course not!" Shan He hugged Hathaway and said, "It's good that you have your pursuit. It's not easy to win an Oscar for Best Actress. Anne, you have to be lucky!"

"Haha..." Hathaway laughed, "As long as I am with you, the most important thing I lack is luck. My dear, do you know how the newspapers reported on the release of "The Martian" a few days ago?"

"How was it reported?"

"Everyone give way, the damn magician is here to harvest the box office again!"

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