Chapter 336 Is This Script Tailor-Made?

Friday, November 19.

Tomorrow, Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao will come to Jingzhou, and that day happens to be Saturday, so they can hold a reception banquet at Mingyun Private Kitchen in the evening.

Today, Pei Qian took a taxi and went to the South High Speed ​​Railway Station to look at a few real estate properties, and carefully selected them.

In the end, I fell in love with a well-decorated house, more than 140 square meters, and the price was about the same as Pei Qian expected.

Moreover, because Pei Qian pays the full amount directly, the price is also a bit more favorable. Based on the 95% discount, the total price is 1.63 million.

It's just that the house has not been completed yet, and the handover will have to wait until March next year.

In the past two or three years, when house prices started to rise, good houses are all off-plan houses, and they are basically robbed before the house is handed over. If you really have to wait until the house is handed over to buy, you may have to buy second-hand.

This is also impossible.

Therefore, Pei Qian thought about it comprehensively. This house is considered the most suitable at present. Although it is an off-plan house, he still decided to buy it.

Anyway, Pei Qian is not in a hurry. The place where his parents live is a bit small, but they have lived there for so many years, and it is not bad for these few months.

What's more, even if the house is handed over, the house inspection, soft decoration, furniture, etc. have to be busy for several months, and there is no rush at all.

The house was bought, and a worry was resolved, which made me feel more at ease.

The only thing that makes him uncomfortable is seeing that his personal property is only about 200,000 yuan left. Pei Qian can only sigh with emotion, it is really a return to before liberation.

But it doesn't matter, as long as this settlement cycle can benefit a little, the money for this house can be earned back in minutes!

...

I had a busy day on Friday, signed a house purchase contract, and went straight to rest after returning.

On Saturday afternoon, Pei Qian asked the company's driver Xiaosun to take him to Mingyun Private Kitchen, where he waited to receive Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao.

These two are both on the plane this afternoon. Zhang Zuting arrived a little earlier and had already gone to the hotel to rest; Lu Zhiyao arrived a little later, and Pei Qian also arranged for him to pick him up. After settling in the hotel, he will come tomorrow. Meals in the cloud private kitchen.

In addition, as the director of the film, Zhu Xiaoce must also be with him, and he has arrived ahead of time.

Pei Qian and Zhu Xiaoce waited while eating snacks in the private room.

Pei Qian noticed that there were two printed scripts in the briefcase next to Zhu Xiaoce, which should be for Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao.

Regarding the script, Pei Qian also had a headache.

Before Zhang Zuting said that he wanted to read the script, he was fooled by Pei Qian.

This time when Lu Zhiyao came over, he would probably also request to read the script.

Pei Qian also knew that these two actors were quite picky about scripts, and they were not the kind of actors who could shoot whatever they wanted with enough money, so the script must not be fooled here.

Lao Zhang's side is relatively easy to talk about, after all, everyone has friendship and is willing to cooperate.

Lu Zhiyao and Pei Qian are neither close nor close, and he has a certain celebrity status, how can he just pick up a movie made by an unknown director? Even if the money is enough, people will read the script before deciding whether to shoot.

Therefore, Pei Qian was a little worried.

But judging from Zhu Xiaoce's appearance, he didn't seem to be worried at all. Instead, he was confident and full of confidence.

Pei Qian felt that this was outrageous. How could Zhu Xiaoce hold such a rubbish script as if he was holding a Nobel Prize-winning work?

Pei Qian tentatively asked: "Director Zhu, Lu Zhiyao is here today, and he probably wants to ask about the script of the movie. When the time comes..."

Before Pei Qian could finish speaking, Zhu Xiaoce patted his chest: "President Pei, don't worry, this is nothing serious!"

"Your script is so well written, maybe Lu Zhiyao will like it more and more, and ask for a lower salary to join in!"

Pei Qian: "..."

Is it a little too optimistic?

But the matter has come to this point, and it is inconvenient for Pei Qian to ask more questions, so he can only play by ear after meeting.

Not long after, the company's seven-seat business car arrived. Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao got out of the car, and walked into Mingyun's private kitchen under the reception of the waiter.

The two each brought an assistant and followed behind.

It is very common for celebrities to bring assistants. After all, most celebrities are busy with affairs, and they must have someone to help them, otherwise they will not be able to keep busy on their own.

These two each only bring one assistant when they go out, which is already quite low-key. Some popular actors bring ten or eight assistants when they go out, enjoying the feeling of being surrounded by stars all the time.

This was the first time that Pei Qian saw Lu Zhiyao in real life. Before that, he saw his photos and movie clips on the Internet.

For Lu Zhiyao, Pei Qian's first impression was: Handsome!

Actors are also divided into photogenic and non-photogenic. Some actors look good on camera, but in reality they are as beautiful as if their whole body is shining, which is by no means comparable to ordinary handsome men and beautiful women; while some actors are not particularly conspicuous in reality. But with makeup, it can greatly add points after being on camera.

Lu Zhiyao is even more special. He looks very handsome in real life, but he is not so handsome in the movie...

I have to say that actors really rely on "audience popularity". Some actors are very good-looking, but they just don't attract the audience's liking.

"Boss Pei! Long time no see."

Zhang Zuting stepped forward quickly and shook hands with Pei Qian.

"Mr. Pei, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Lu Zhiyao followed closely behind.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Pei Qian led everyone to the private room and took their seats.

It was still the largest private room on the third floor of the villa. Zhang Zuting watched the afterglow of the sunset on the infinity swimming pool outside through the floor-to-ceiling windows, and couldn't help but think of the scene when he first came here.

This situation really makes people... can't stop swallowing.

When Zhang Zuting thought of the delicious food he ate last time, he couldn't help yearning for it, and couldn't wait to start the meal.

However, Mr. Pei did not look at Zhang Zuting or Lu Zhiyao at this time, but at Zhang Zuting's assistant.

Last time, it was you who memorized the location of Mingyun's private chef and attracted all the local tyrants in Jingzhou City!

Boss Pei was very angry, but there was nothing he could do. For the sake of the fried pig's trotters, I didn't bother with you.

Pei Qian introduced the identity of director Zhu Xiaoce to Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao. After a while of greetings, the dishes were served one by one.

Although Lu Zhiyao had eaten a lot of good things, he still had a surprised expression on his face when he saw the dishes here.

Before coming here, he had heard that there was a very good unnamed restaurant in Jingzhou City, but he didn't have too much expectations. After all, he has been filming all over the country all year round. What kind of good restaurant has he not been to?

As a result, he really ate it in his mouth, only to find that the dishes here are not inferior to those of the best restaurants he has been to, and even the environment and service are even better!

At the entrance of the food, Lu Zhiyao's depression has also resolved a lot recently.

With new movies hitting the street, Lu Zhiyao has been in isolation at home for several days. He didn't plan to accept any new movies in the near future.

The last movie with such a good lineup hit the street, so make another one and continue to hit the street?

I can't stand it.

Lu Zhiyao actually didn't think about whether to take this movie or not. Relatively speaking, he came to Jingzhou more for relaxation than for work.

However, at this moment, seeing the delicious dishes being served one after another and feeling the waiter's attentive service, Lu Zhiyao felt that Mr. Pei valued him.

Originally, I just wanted to come and have a look around, but after this meal, I suddenly felt a little embarrassed.

As the saying goes, people are soft-mouthed and short-handed. Although Lu Zhiyao didn't think about whether to take on the film, he should take the initiative to chat.

Thinking of this, Lu Zhiyao took the initiative to say: "President Pei, Director Zhu. Let's talk briefly about this drama."

"To tell you the truth, I've been feeling depressed recently, and I'm not in a good state. Mr. Zhang must know that the state of an actor has a great impact on his acting skills. I have always declined before, mainly because I was worried that I would not be able to act well in this drama. To everyone Trouble."

"Besides, I'm a 'box office poison' now, and I'm afraid I'll hurt you."

Lu Zhiyao's words were not fatal, and he put on a relatively low profile first, in case he refused in the end, it would also allow both parties to live in face.

As for whether to make this movie, you have to read the script and understand the sincerity of the other party before deciding.

If it's a bad movie, just decline it; if you think the movie has the potential to become a hit, then you can try it.

Pei Qian smiled: "Where is it, I think Mr. Lu's talent has been seriously buried!"

"In the eyes of others, you are box office poison, but to me, you are the most suitable actor for this movie!"

"I have high hopes for you."

Lu Zhiyao knew that Mr. Pei's words were mostly polite.

But seeing Mr. Pei's sincere eyes, he was still moved.

It seems that Pei is always sincere!

It's hard to find a confidant.

"Boss Pei, you trust me so much, I'm really ashamed."

"President Pei, Director Zhu, I feel the sincerity of both of you. But, can I read the script first?"

Sure enough, I still need a script.

Pei Qian also knew that if he didn't show the script, Lu Zhiyao probably wouldn't agree to participate. I had to take a look at Zhu Xiaoce and asked him to pass the two scripts to Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao respectively.

Lu Zhiyao wiped his hands with the hot towel handed by the waiter, took the script solemnly, and read it carefully.

Pei Qian looked at Lu Zhiyao's expression from anticipation, to bewilderment, to shock, and finally to sluggishness, feeling a little bad.

But Lu Zhiyao simply flipped through the script and didn't know what to say for a while.

This kind of script is really rare!

Of course, it can’t be said that I haven’t seen it at all. Many European and American literary films have some specious plots, but in China, it seems that I have never seen such a film...

In Lu Zhiyao's acting career, he has never played such a male lead.

This is too miserable, right?

At the beginning, I was a dog licker, but I couldn't get any offers. I finally got rich halfway, and I turned around and abandoned my old love. In the end, I was tricked and turned back into a pauper again.

Since when did Lu Zhiyao suffer such grievances!

The male protagonists who have been filmed before are all winners in life, surrounded by beautiful women, and their careers are smooth sailing.

Even if it is a tragedy, it has to be magnificent and die vigorously.

Even as a supporting actor? Often the same kind of lovable and charming villain.

This movie is good, it was agreed to play the male lead, but the male lead is too miserable! It is neither cute nor pitiful. After hearing this story, it makes people feel disgusted.

Lu Zhiyao looked at Pei Qian: "President Pei...this script..."

He didn't know how to describe it for a while.

Seeing Lu Zhiyao's expression, Pei Qian felt a little bad. Sure enough, this script of returning all poisons to the clan still had a dissuading effect on this "box office poison"...

If you think about it, the films they made before are all about the same thing, but the characters in the movies are either heroes, or domineering presidents, and at worst, they have to be rich second-generation, career elites, etc. who have nothing to worry about.

Now let someone play the role of a pauper, or a dog licking, a white-eyed wolf, and finally being played around, will this person be happy?

Pei Qian looked at Zhu Xiaoce, indicating that Zhu should lead the horse at this time.

Anyway, no matter what you say, let's blow the script first and stabilize Lu Zhiyao's mentality!

However, before Zhu Xiaoce could speak, Zhang Zuting had already slapped his thigh: "Good script! This script is great!"

"I've been making movies for so many years, and I've never seen a script with such a deep intention!"

"This is a pungent satirical drama. It criticizes the mentality of over-indulging in consumption, the impetuousness of society and the alienation of people by money. This script is very meaningful and worth savoring carefully!"

"President Pei, where did you find the screenwriter? The level is really high!"

Zhu Xiaoce replied in a timely manner: "President Pei wrote this script himself."

Zhang Zuting was in awe: "I can't see that Mr. Pei is so versatile! It really is hard work for those who are capable!"

"No, Mr. Pei, the script has obviously been written. Then why did you avoid talking about it when I asked you on the phone?"

"Oh...I see, it's because of modesty and low-key!"

"Mr. Pei, it's right to be modest, but it's not good to be too modest. This is why we have a strong relationship. If another actor is replaced, he might not come if he hears that there is no script. What a pity!"

"Just for this script, let alone the friendship price, even if there is no salary, I will definitely come to shoot!"

Pei Qian looked at Zhu Xiaoce and Zhang Zuting in some confusion. The development of the situation completely exceeded his expectations.

what's the situation……

Originally, Zhu Xiaoce was only prepared as a plea to fool Zhang Zuting and Lu Zhiyao.

As a result, Zhang Zuting was too good-for-nothing, and took the initiative to act as a trustee, and the three of them fooled around together and Lu Zhiyao came!

Lu Zhiyao is still very confused, he just read the script roughly, but he didn't get the points in the script well.

Zhang Zuting continued to flip through the script and said with emotion: "Mr. Pei, if I'm not wrong, this script should be tailor-made for Brother Lu, right?"

Pei Qian:?

Tailored?

I thought too much, when I wrote this script, I didn't even know who Lu Zhiyao was...

However, it is impossible for Pei Qian to tell the truth, right?

He could only show a bewildered smile, neither admitting nor denying it.

Seeing this smile, Zhang Zuting was even more sure. He looked at Lu Zhiyao beside him: "Brother Lu, have you seen it?"

Lu Zhiyao fainted.

I see a ball of yarn!

Made for me?

Do I just look like a lick dog?

Seeing Lu Zhiyao's puzzled expression, Zhang Zuting explained: "Brother Lu, do you know what you lack most now?"

"It's not just a lack of a good script, a lack of a good character."

"More importantly, there is a lack of a good character!"

Lu Zhiyao still looked confused.

Zhang Zuting continued: "A good character design does not refer to a high-profile character in a movie. You have acted in this kind of "successful person" in a lot of movies, but the response has always been mediocre. Have you ever thought about why?"

"A good character design is not a flawless character, but a character that can highlight your own characteristics to the greatest extent, make the audience empathize with you, and remember your character!"

"Just like when I was young, I won the best actor by playing a mental illness."

"And the male protagonist in this script, who seems to be useless, is an out-and-out good character, complex and full."

"This kind of role is an all-round exercise for your acting skills, and it can also make you completely get rid of the stereotype of the audience."

"Why didn't the roles you played before have audience popularity? Personally, I think the main reason is that you are too handsome!"

"Because he is so handsome, the audience will feel that it is a drama, ungrounded and unreal, and it is difficult to integrate into the drama."

"I think that your appearance has become your burden to some extent, and you are unwilling to let go of this burden. When playing these roles, it is difficult to break through your original mentality."

"You always play some flawless people, how can you leave a deep impression on the audience?"

"So, this role is tailor-made for you, it's so suitable!"

"To be honest, if I were a teenager, I would definitely play this leading actor. Now, I'm already old, and I can only give you this opportunity."

Hearing what Zhang Zuting said, Lu Zhiyao fell silent.

Pei Qian and Zhu Xiaoce were also silent.

It's just that the silence of the three people is not for the same reason...

Lu Zhiyao's silence was because he felt that this was the heartfelt words of an actor, which was very useful.

No matter how popular Zhang Zuting is now, he is an old senior with much higher achievements than himself.

If Zhang Zuting thinks this role is very good, then it means that this role is really good.

Zhu Xiaoce sighed with emotion, as expected Zhang Zuting is an old drama player and a person who really understands movies.

Just from the reaction of the two actors when they read the script, it can be seen that Zhang Zuting's level is much higher than that of Lu Zhiyao!

Pei Qian, on the other hand, fell into confusion.

He originally thought that Zhang Zuting would have big opinions on the script just like Lu Zhiyao, so he and Zhu Xiaoce needed to act together to fool him.

However, Zhang Zuting actually liked this script very much!

Not only did he like it himself, but he also helped to fool Lu Zhiyao, and even said "this script is tailor-made for Lu Zhiyao"...

Pei Qian wanted to know now, did Lao Zhang's words come from the bottom of his heart, or was he simply fooling Lu Zhiyao?

former?

It shouldn't be possible. I deliberately wrote this script with the aim of returning to the clan. How could it be possible for Lao Zhang, an old drama player who has acted in many dramas, to like it?

Well, it's mostly because I am Zhu Xiaoce's boss and Zhang Zuting's benefactor. It is difficult for the two of them to evaluate the script objectively, so they praise it so much.

You see, Lu Zhiyao, whom I don't know, doesn't respond to this script!

Therefore, both Lao Zhang and Zhu Xiaoce should be helping to fool Lu Zhiyao.

Well done!

These two have done a great job today, as long as they can get "Box Office Poison" into the crew, they must be paid more money!

Writing is too slow today, I will post a 5,000-word chapter first, and there will be another chapter later