Chapter 34: The unknown person wants to start a show?

Chen Musheng is not in the company. In fact, behind-the-scenes workers like directors are mostly different from others. Directors may not necessarily join a certain company. Under normal circumstances, they are mostly free, so there is no place to work.

"It seems to be here!" Ah Hao was not sure. He didn't seem to know how to deal with many things except for the script and the things he was interested in.

Chu Yue sighed slightly. He didn't expect that Chen Musheng, as a famous director, did not live in a villa. Perhaps, the director and other behind-the-scenes staff have always been not very satisfactory in terms of remuneration. It was as if he was doing makeup. If he hadn't taken on a lot of work, he would have to work part-time to make money.

After ringing the doorbell, the door suddenly opened. A woman in her thirties appeared. This woman was Chen Musheng's wife. After asking for help, Chu Yue and Ahao had made an appointment to discuss the script, they welcomed them in!

After observing the surroundings, the layout of the house was quite warm. Chu Yue stroked his hand on his chin, thinking that Chen Musheng had suddenly changed his personal style in recent years. It turned out that it was because of love and the nourishment of his wife.

Seeing Chen Musheng coming out of the study from afar, Chu Yue and Long Jiahao stood up quickly. Chen Musheng got closer, looked at the two of them, and nodded with a smile: "Don't be so polite, you two want something to drink!"

"Just give me some Coke!" Chu Yueyi smiled. He suddenly realized that Chen Musheng himself was much more handsome than in the photo: "Director Chen, what do you think of our script?"

Chen Musheng hesitated and could appreciate the potential commercial value of the script with his eyes. However, although he is not a professional producer, judging by his professional perspective, even if there is no big star in this drama, the investment will be at least 30 million. If a big star like Huazai is used, it will cost at least 40 million to 50 million.

In the current environment, what company dares to invest tens of millions of dollars to film? Yes, of course, it's just that it's investing in many dramas, not one drama. It's like Xia Zai investing tens of millions of dollars and filming several new directors.

It’s not that there are no dramas that invest in very exaggerated investments. For example, when "The Raptors" hired a Hollywood star, the salary of one person was as high as tens of millions! However, the box office of that drama was very bleak, and the only thing that was to sell overseas copyrights.

"The script is very good, but the market is not good now. There are too many big scenes in this drama, and it is not easy to do. Why not modify it..." Chen Musheng suddenly found that he had not encountered such a script that could make him excited for a long time, so he naturally didn't want to miss it. After thinking about it, he gave suggestions for modification.

"If it is modified, I would rather not sell it!" Ah Haoteng stood up suddenly, with a look of unyielding expression on his face. Chu Yue shrugged helplessly. Do literati have such bad habits? He pulled Ah Hao to sit down. He smiled and looked at the director opposite: "Director Chen, regardless of whether Ah Hao is willing to change it, this drama may not be so easy to change. If those key points are changed, it will not attract you!"

Chen Musheng pondered for a moment, and the plot in the script quickly flashed through his mind. After a moment of silence, he had to nod and admit Chu Yue's statement. Yes, if some of the big scenes were changed, the style would change and he would not be able to attract him!

This was a dilemma. Chen Musheng thoughts turned into countless thoughts in his mind and finally sighed. He really liked this drama, but the current environment was too bad, and it was extremely difficult for a top director like Du Qifeng to get a large investment. After thinking about it, he gave another suggestion: "I think you can give it a try. If you can invite Xia Zai and the others to act in this drama, the investment problem should not be big!"

This is a solution. As long as there are big stars with top box office appeal like Huazai joining, the investment company's confidence will increase greatly, and the investment may be much greater: "If this is the case, I think at least one between Huazai and Weizai, and at least a few stars joining!"

"No, he must be the only starring actor in this drama!" Long Jiahao did not jump up excitedly this time, but his expression was still quite excited. He pointed at Chu Yue who opened his mouth wide in surprise: "Otherwise, I would rather not shoot!"

"Are you crazy? When did I say I want to act in this drama?" If it weren't for Chen Musheng's house, Chu Yue would have kicked Ah Hao's ass hard, and he would have dared to make a decision without authorization: "Didn't you always want to be a screenwriter? Now this is the opportunity. You go to me, what a ghost investment?"

Chen Musheng was even more surprised, and his eyes swept over Chu Yue's face, then he realized that Chu Yue was actually a supporting role in "The Underworld". After thinking about it, he said cautiously: "Don't rush to make a decision now. I'll take the script to the company and test their meaning..."

The next day, Chen Musheng appeared at China Star Company. China Star has strong financial resources and does not need to be said too much. He did not talk nonsense and quickly met Xiang Qiang: "Boss Xiang, I think this script is very good. If you want to do it, you can try investing!"

Xiang Qiangzhi looked over it, but felt that the play had no gimmicks or selling points, so he paused and frowned: "A Sheng, is this play worth doing? Who wrote the book?"

"It was written by a newcomer. I read the notebook carefully and it has great commercial potential!" Chen Musheng introduced with great thoughts: "However, this drama requires at least 40 to 50 million yuan in investment. Now only Xiang Boss has such courage!"

"Four or fifty million?" Xiang Qiang was suddenly shocked. Of course, Hong Kong is not even not even a big production video at present, but it is rare to have 40 million. He took the script again, roughly read it, and looked up at Chen Musheng: "Are you really so confident? Are you planning to find someone to act?"

Chen Musheng's expression sluggishly, and he smiled awkwardly, and suddenly felt that he was completely wrong: "The screenwriter of this book has designated an actor, and he is not very famous. He acted in "The Underworld" a few days ago!" After all, Chu Yue is a newcomer, and even Chen Musheng, who is a member of the circle, doesn't know about joining "Shapolang".

Xiang Qiang was stunned for a moment, couldn't help laughing loudly, but said nothing, just shook his arm at Chen Musheng...

Next, Chen Musheng went to Huanya Film Company, which invested in the company that released "Infernal Affairs". This company is also quite strong, and because of the success of "Infernal Affairs", he seems to have always been interested in action movies.

However, when he came up, people were still a little interested in reading the script. Once they learned that the play required an investment of 40 to 50 million yuan, they were already a little reluctant. When they learned that the screenwriter of the play appointed the starring actor, they immediately rejected it without saying a word.

Next, he ran away from Huanyu Film Company, which opened "Two Heroes" for him, and got the same end. At this time, the eight major Hong Kong film companies, China Star, Huanya, Huanyu, Meiya (Tianxia) and Jiaoyang (just founded and have strong financial resources), Emperor Ying, Light and Shadow and Hengxing (both rooms are fictional), Chen Musheng ran three rooms and knew that this matter was basically out of the blue.

When Chen Musheng saw Chu Yue and Ahao, the first thing he said was: "Ahao, as long as you don't designate an actor, I will definitely be able to open this drama!"

Ah Hao said nothing, but just shook his head slowly. He and Chu Yue both had great enthusiasm for movies. He didn't want him to succeed, but Chu Yue still worked as a makeup artist. Although this was using his notebook as a bet, he was more confident in his next creation!

"Forget it, it seems that we don't have any chance to cooperate this time!" Chen Musheng felt very moved when he saw Ah Hao's stubbornness and never looked back. He really liked this drama. If the filming could start, he might not have had a chance to go to the next level.

Chu Yue winked at Chen Musheng and said, "Director Chen, there will always be a chance in the future..."

After returning, Chu Yue scolded Ah Hao again. It was a pity that this kid didn't know how to grasp such an opportunity. Putting aside Ah Hao's determination to help Chu Yue become famous together, even though Chu Yue said that he didn't want to be an actor for the rest of his life, Ah Hao also firmly stated that it was because Chu Yue could not be an actor for the rest of his life, so he had to at least give him a chance to play the leading role. In desperation, he had to think about it again. How can he start the show this time?

If you change to a famous director, you want to start a drama, as long as the investment amount is not too large and the subject matter is not too biased, it will be much easier to start a drama. As long as they hand over the script and the film company thinks it is feasible, they start to make a budget to prepare to start a drama.

It would be too difficult for the unknown people like Chu Yue to start a show. First of all, you have to give the script to some senior executives or capable directors to read. If anyone is interested, these people will hand it to the film company like Chen Musheng. However, many times, it is not enough to have a good script, but the key lies in the stars.

For example, Liu Dehua, an actor with great box office appeal, usually, the film company does not make an appointment after confirming any play. Instead, every year, they make an appointment with Liu Dehua in advance. Once the schedule comes, no matter what kind of play it is, it is fine. Of course, the premise is that Liu Dehua can enjoy the play and follow it.

According to normal inference, even if the film company passes the script, it may not be a day or two to get the show of a big star. Maybe it will not start until two years later.

Even so, Chu Yue may not have no idea. As long as he can invest, the film company is extremely happy to start any show. So, if he wants to go this way, he still has a way. No, of course, it is not about finding Wang Jindong to invest. Chu Yue has always been a very independent person. He must rely on himself for anything he does...

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