I’m a Director, I’m Not Bad

Chapter 239: 237. The battle of trapped beasts

Chapter 239 237. The battle of trapped beasts

Because of the needs of the set just now, the lighting windows in Studio No. 3 are completely closed. As long as the lights are turned off, the inside will be completely dark.

When I came out of the studio, it was only early 4 o'clock in the afternoon.

Xu Xin looked up at the sky and quickened his pace.

In November, Xi’an is quite cold, I don’t know if it’s because of the cooling.

He shivered.

Facts have proved that he, a native of Shaanxi, shouldn't listen to that Yanjing girl.

What "Oh, you have to dress more formally if you want to meet the leader", "Oh, it's not cold in Xi'an, dress handsomely to give the leader a good impression", "Oh..."...

Oh shit!

You man, I almost freeze my fart.

I already know how to wear a down jacket, what kind of windbreaker to wear!

When I thought of this, I shivered again.

Quickly passed through the factory all the way, and he came to the front of the office building.

Now he is going to meet the leader.

The big leader in the factory.

Tian Zong, Tian Shuanghe.

Director Zhang's "acquaintance".

Zhenger Bajing followed Xiying Studio all the way. He was also there at the "Old Well" project that Director Zhang acted in at that time, and was in charge of the drama.

At that time, Lao Jing's group also divided into two factions.

One faction is Tian Shuanghe, who has left the system. The other part continues to be active in the circle with their professional knowledge.

So strictly speaking, Xu Xin and Mr. Tian still have some relationship.

Even if Director Zhang left Xiying Studio, he and he are still friends.

The group of people from the "Old Well" era is now coming one after another, and it is not easy to get along now.

All the way up the stairs, they came to an office with double doors. Xu Xin sorted out his clothes before knocking on the door.

"Enter."

Hearing this sound, he pushed open the door, and saw a middle-aged man about the same age as Director Zhang sitting behind his desk and looking at him.

Tian Shuanghe... quite dark.

Truth.

Among the crowd, you may not think that he is in charge of the entire Xiying Studio, but that he is the kind of person who runs business all the year round.

This surprised Xu Xin.

He really thought... Mr. Tian must be a very pampered person.

This first side subverts this impression.

"Hi Mr. Tian, I'm Xu Xin."

While speaking, he quickened his pace, walked to the desk, shook hands with Tian Shuanghe, and heard Mr. Tian say:

"Xiao Xu, is it cold in Xi'an?"

A greeting, eliminating the need for pleasantries.

Xu Xin was stunned for a moment, then nodded with a smile:

"Yes, it's quite cold."

"Well, the temperature has dropped these few days. But fortunately, the wind hasn't blown yet... The wind has started to blow in Shenmu this season, right?"

"Yes, yes, it's already blowing up at this time."

No leadership air, he pointed to the sofa next to the office.

Signaled the two of them to go over there and talk.

And there is a small tea table on the desk.

To be honest, it's quite abrupt.

The leader's tea must be brewed by the secretary.

Unfortunately, Xu Xin looked at the small tea set tray in front of him, which was a bit like Chaoshan Kung Fu tea, and found that it seemed to be used frequently.

Leader making tea by himself?

With doubts in mind, he sat on the long sofa.

Tian Shuanghe sat on the single sofa in front of the tea set and started to boil water.

Then, Tian Shuanghe asked:

"What kind of tea do you drink?"

"Uh... I can do it, follow the leader."

Hearing what Xu Xin said, Tian Shuanghe smiled, and suddenly said:

"Have Yimou and You ever talked about our relationship?"

"As I said, you and Director Zhang have known each other since the time of "Old Well"."

"Um."

Tian Shuanghe nodded:

"So, I'll call you over today, so I won't put on any airs. Let's just chat normally, without being so restrained."

"Well…"

To be honest, Xu Xin was a little surprised.

But he didn't dare to relax too much, he could only smile and nod:

"Hey~"

But just as he responded, Tian Shuanghe, who bent down to take the tea box from under the tea table, suddenly said again:

"Liang Bingning is also here."

"...?"

Xu Xin was taken aback.

"I let it."

"..."

"She came with Qi Lei."

"..."

Xu Xin was silent.

Looking at Tian Shuanghe who started pouring tea into the teapot after saying this sentence...

It took less than half a minute for him to figure it out.

Today when the big leader came to him, it was definitely not as simple as meeting or meeting, saying some polite words, and encouraging him.

So, he took out the safest attitude:

"Leader, is... decided to sign the agreement?"

"If you don't speak, how can we make it on the agenda?"

"..."

As soon as these words came out, Xu Xin was not sure if he was blaming himself.

After thinking about it, he said:

"Indeed, I've been busy working on movies recently, a little busy..."

"Xiao Xu."

Hearing his words, Tian Shuanghe raised his head with a smile, and said:

"Don't talk about empty words and clichés. Our factory...Although it has declined, the traditions of some filmmakers are still there. I said that when I was filming "Raise the Red Lantern", I had an argument with Yimou filming the table. Over the fight, do you believe it or not?"

"Well…"

Seeing his stunned appearance, Tian Shuanghe leaned on the sofa.

His physique is not fat.

Similar to Director Zhang, he is lean and lean, giving the impression of being capable and energetic.

Leaning on the sofa like this, there is no power or anything.

Just smiled and said to Xu Xin:

"There's no need to use any bureaucratic tone, or try to figure out what the intention is. The reason why I told you about my relationship with Yimou at the beginning is that I am telling you that I am a filmmaker first, and the person in charge second. Let's just get straight. One sentence Talking about eighteen rounds, the mud is not annoying, but it is still annoying to listen to."

"Well…"

Xu Xin was stunned for a moment, and then laughed.

"Ha, okay! Then...leader, is it because I'm taking her a little too far?"

"A little bit."

Tian Shuanghe responded:

"The size is still a bit off. We both get what we need, rather than submitting certificates unilaterally. It's okay if she asks you once or twice. But you can't push everything to Qi Lei, yes. Right? So, yesterday, I asked Qi Lei to tell her that the factory wanted her to come and visit. And in a while, you two will meet again."

While speaking, the water reached 85 degrees.

Tian Shuanghe began to make tea.

While rushing, he continued:

"She is very smart. Dealing with smart people is just like making tea here. It's too hot, no way. The tea is bitter. But it's not hot enough, it's no good, the tea leaves can't stretch. Qi Lei told me what you mean, it's nothing more than I just don't want her to get it too easily, and want us to take the initiative.

But... don't forget, the status quo of our factory is not ten years ago. What we can give her is still limited. And what we can give is not only what we can give. So, I don't know if she will be burning with anxiety if she continues to deal with it like this, but among the six major film studios, whoever makes the first effort at this time will be able to take the lead, understand? "

"..."

Suddenly, Xu Xin felt that the person sitting opposite him had become Director Zhang.

kind of...

I teach you how to deal with the smell of this kind of thing...

It is beyond words.

After thinking about it, he said:

"Did she find someone else?"

"If it were you, would you look for it?"

"Eggs definitely cannot be put in one basket, but other film studios may not help... And, to be honest, they are not as capable as we are."

"Ha~"

Tian Shuanghe laughed out loud.

Suddenly pointed to the bookshelf behind his office chair:

"Xiao Xu, haven't you been here before?"

"Uh...no."

"Do you know what was in it before?"

"…material?"

"No, it's a trophy."

Tian Shuanghe looked at the materials and documents behind the glass of the bookshelf cabinet, his eyes were a little erratic:

"The old leader made a copy of the trophy in our honor room downstairs. If he got one, he made a copy and put it here. He said that he felt festive and happy when he saw these. But later, The old leader has been taken away again."

“… because of being sad?”

Xu Xin asked tentatively.

"That's right, the old leader has retired. These are all personal property, so of course they have to be taken away."

"..."

Xu Xin's mouth twitched...

Tian Shuanghe smiled and shook his head:

"Actually, I also wanted to do it when I came up, but... there is a psychological obstacle, do you know what it is?"

"..."

Without waiting for Xu Xin to answer, he said:

"Those are all honors under the leadership of the old leaders. When it comes to me, I still have nothing."

"..."

"But times have changed, right, Xiao Xu."

There was something different in his tone.

Xu Xin can't make it out for the time being.

is also useless, because he has already given the explanation:

"Our factory is without Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, without Gong Li, without many people... I'm not even afraid of you saying, before I came up, our factory also started selling houses and land to pay off debts, you know?"

"..."

"The wages cannot be paid, and the filming location is sold. The salary is owed, and the film and the camera are used to cover it. After the reorganization, the factory began to reorganize. After the reorganization, I came up and faced an empty shell. What do you think I should do? "

"So our factory only distributed to people a few years ago?"

"right."

Tian Shuanghe poured him a cup of tea, said with a smile:

"When we first made money, everyone was quite happy. But when we found out that all the dishes we cooked were for others, we became dissatisfied again. But the problem is... what can we do? So, with all the spare money, After I didn’t have to worry about eating and drinking, and didn’t have to worry about salary, I stopped these production and distribution businesses. I started to train new people, but found that I couldn’t compete with those big production companies. They were all in love with each other.”

"..."

"So, in recent years, everyone also wants to sign people, not to cultivate, but to sign some potential or capable ones. You are like this, and so is Liang Bingning. Although these may sound short-sighted, they must be compromised. How to do it. Our goal is to restore the former glory of the factory. But this goal is too far and too big, and the right time, place and people are indispensable. But with this lofty goal, can you not live? Live today ,Living in the moment."

"Sounds like you're the one with the hardest trade-offs, right?"

Hearing what Xu Xin said, Tian Shuanghe smiled and handed over a good cat.

Xu Xin took it respectfully and wanted to light his cigarette for him.

But Tian Shuanghe signaled himself to come, lit a cigarette, and said unhurriedly:

"Xiao Xu, we must have lofty goals, but at the same time we must be down-to-earth. For example, with this contract with you, when did you hear that the factory co-produced a movie with others before? No. But the current market is like this , a director who can make money, if you don’t let him make money, he won’t play with you.”

Surrounded by smoke, Tian Shuanghe's tone was almost too straightforward:

"So, we have to give up part of the benefits and win-win. Similarly, we have to bear the risks together. This is not an era of fighting alone, at least not in this circle. But what happened... Some people in the factory don't understand it very well. In this way, the movie "Lichun" was proposed. As for the result...you have seen it too. Pfft..."

Breathing out a mouthful of smoke, he held a teacup and said:

"A movie has completely lost the tens of thousands of profits you brought us last year. But for me, it is a good thing, understand?"

"able."

Hearing what Xu Xin said, Tian Shuanghe smiled, drank the hot tea in the cup, and continued:

"We hope to win-win with everyone, because only in this way can we conform to the rules of this era. I don't actually say these things, but you should understand them as a partner. Therefore, there is no such thing as heart-to-heart. But, on the other hand, Yimou admires you very much, as a senior, I should have caring and reminding me, so this time I passed you and asked Qi Lei to contact Liang Bingning."

It was Xu Xin's turn to pour tea this time.

"As long as there are no problems with the role of Gu Xiaomeng, then this drama is at least qualified. As for Liang Bingning, every point you make right now, when she comes in, she will be farther away from you. Because She has achieved her goal, and other people have a preconceived impression that it is enough to worry about this camel in our factory. So, although you have realized that the role of our factory is a necessity, but When it’s not as big as imagined, it’s still unavoidable to walk into a misunderstanding.”

"Am I too greedy?"

Xu Xin understood what he meant almost instantly.

After saying this, Tian Shuanghe nodded slightly while holding a teacup:

"Young tiger cubs always have a hard time controlling their appetite. This is their nature. Because you are a tiger, but in the same way, if you eat too much meat, you will have endless troubles. So, order as much as you want, just right. You can handle it now. .In the future, we will still be friends, and we can also become close partners. She will help you willingly, and you will also bring her what she needs. This is just right. Speaking of which, I will say one more thing.”

After drinking the tea again, Tian Shuanghe raised his eyes and looked at him:

"Xiao Xu, no matter who you are cooperating with, put the common interests first. If you work together as a group, you will be cautious when discussing meritorious deeds and rewards. If things fail, stabbing each other is the most stupid thing to do. Movie You can be simple, but people can't be simple, this measure must be grasped well."

"..."

Xu Xin was thoughtful.

A moment.

He nodded:

"Understood, leader."

"Well, it's fine if you understand. Let's drink tea and don't rush to leave. Waiting for Qi Lei's call, I asked him to say that there must be an opportunity for cooperation, and the role needs to be digested internally. This will not change. So, she wants to come in. I still need you to nod. Wait for her to leave Qi Lei in a while, and you are leaving. If there is no accident...you two should meet once at night. Don’t talk about any conditions. If you come to prestige, other people in the factory will naturally cooperate with you. The movie "The Wind", I regard it as the starting point of our turnaround, understand?"

"Um."

Xu Xin responded, turned to look at the row of bookcases, and said with a smile:

"Then I will try my best to help you fill this row of cabinets."

Tian Shuanghe, who understood Xu Xin's subtext, smiled and nodded:

"good."

…

Two teas were made, and it was about six o'clock.

Qi Lei called.

Liang Bingning left.

Xu Xin stood up and said goodbye.

During this time, the two of them were not talking about Liang Bingning, but their views on the current market, including the actions behind Xiying Studio.

Actually, to put it bluntly, it's very simple. After Liang Bingning came in, the factory wanted to use her influence to push out its own actor group.

Welcome people with lofty ideals to vote.

Come in and listen to the arrangement.

With actors, the goal for the next year or two is to be a director.

Win over a group of capable directors, use the official background to take the private road.

History has proved that state-owned factories can't beat private factories even if killed.

If you can't beat it, join.

However, how to fiddle with it in the future depends on it.

Looking at Liang Bingning's failure, the more successful she is, the greater the credit for the factory.

This is the bargaining chip.

Look at Xu Xin more.

Xiying Studio now needs a golden signboard.

Now, resources will be directed towards Xu Xin.

On the one hand, it was because of Zhang Yimou's guarantee. He personally admitted that Xu Xin was talented and capable of success.

The factory chose to trust.

Otherwise, there is really no reason to count on a young man for the "exit".

On the other hand...

The torch heat of the Olympic Games is what they value most.

At that time, when "The Wind" project is established, the factory will naturally push Xu Xin to come up and release the news.

Bring Xu Xin's position to another height.

It doesn't matter whether people in the industry approve or not. It's important for the audience to know and do it.

When the audience knows it, they have more action power to pay for tickets to watch your movie.

So, if the movie "The Wind" is successful, then everyone will be happy.

But if Xu Xin screwed up, at least in terms of box office, he can stop the loss by one more point.

Quite realistic.

But just like what Tian Shuanghe said.

We won’t think about what will happen if we fail now. Since everyone cooperates, we will spare no effort to push you up based on the premise of common interests.

Will there be any surprises in this plan?

will not have.

No surprises.

At least until the release, there won't be any bad news coming out.

The determination and energy behind these words can be imagined.

By the time Xu Xin walked out of the office building full of thoughts, it was also dark.

In the darkness, he saw Liang Bingning who also chose a windbreaker.

Windbreaker, long skirt, thick stockings, high heels.

And a Prada handbag, and a silk scarf wrapped around her neck and that real scum girl's big wavy curly hair...

Um.

I have to admit that I can really fight.

"Director Xu."

Seeing Xu Xin, she smiled like a flower.

"Sister Bing Bing."

Xu Xin greeted with a smile.

A caring question came out:

"It's such a cold day, if you said you were waiting for me, I would have come down a long time ago."

There is a kind of "intimacy" revealed in the discourse.

Hearing this, Liang Bingning smiled and shook her head:

"I just came down too. After knowing Director Xu was on the other side, I thought about walking together. When did Director Xu arrive?"

"Morning, no, have you been busy all day. Shall I help Sister Bingbing carry it?"

"No need, and it's not heavy. This is the shape, so you have to maintain it."

After Liang Bingning refused with a smile, she suddenly asked:

"Is Director Xu hungry?"

Xu Xin shook his head:

"Not hungry, is Miss Bingbing hungry?"

"emmmm..."

Liang Bingning looked at him before saying:

"Not really hungry..."

"That…"

Xu Xin pointed in the direction of Studio No. 3 and said:

"The studio of "The Sound of the Wind" is finished, would you like to go and see with me, Sister Bingbing?"

Liang Bingning's eyes lit up.

smiled and said:

"all right."

Xu Xin walked over there side by side with her.

The pace is neither fast nor slow.

"Director Xu was chatting with Mr. Tian just now?"

"Yes. Sister Bingbing met Mr. Tian?"

"I can't see it. Mr. Qi invited me to visit and introduced a few leaders. But it must not be as good as Mr. Tian."

"Ha~"

Xu Xin chuckled and said with a smile:

"It's not that exaggerated..."

Liang Bingning also smiled, but suddenly said:

"I also heard a great news just now."

"What?"

"A...secret~!"

As she spoke, she turned her head and looked at Xu Xin's profile:

"About Director Xu."

"Oh? Mine?"

Xu Xin looked a little strange and puzzled:

"I still have a secret?...What? I don't even know it myself."

"Ha~ Director Xu, do you know what kind of man attracts women the most?"

"…Tall, rich and handsome?"

"of course not."

Looking at the gate of Studio No. 3, Liang Bingning slightly shook her head:

"It's talent."

"Well."

"Talent is the most attractive quality to women. Talented men are almost fatal to women."

"It sounds exaggerated."

Xu Xin has already guessed what she knows.

It's nothing more than the Olympic torch.

This is the most important plus point on him, don't say she knows, isn't the West Film Studio also fancying this, so they promise that there will be no troubles in this movie.

Not now, nor ever.

But he didn't answer, but opened the door, and made an invitation gesture to Liang Bingning very gentlemanly.

This "drama" has just begun.

It will be a game for a while.

He wanted Liang Bingning to say "want to cooperate with me" in person.

It’s not the fan idol’s remarks when they met and had dinner in the past.

It's a serious cooperation.

One side is active and the other side is passive.

So it’s just the beginning.

…

Studio No. 3 is empty.

Now it’s time to get off work for dinner, so the whole studio is dark.

Xu Xin directly opened the switch next to the door.

With a "click", all the lights came back on.

One scene after another came into view.

A room for groups of five.

trial room.

The interior of Qiu Shenghuai's mansion.

Takeda's office.

Monitor the listening room and more.

It caught Liang Bingning's eyes.

With faint curiosity in her eyes, she carried her bag and approached the room of the set step by step.

The high-heeled shoes first stepped on the concrete foundation of the studio.

Crisp and empty.

Then came the wooden floor, creaky and light.

Carrying her bag, she walked step by step on the wooden floor into the main hall. After seeing the exaggeratedly large table, her fingers landed on the edge of the table, rubbing it as she walked.

Finally stood under the zenith light.

The soft warm light illuminates her fair skin, which is really beautiful with this elegant dress.

Turn around and cross your legs.

Posture is casual.

But those high heels with diamonds looked colorful under the light.

"So, this is the inside scene of Qiu Shenghuaibie's industry?"

Xu Xin seemed a little surprised when he heard this:

"Sister Bingbing read the original work?"

"Guess~"

She smiled brightly, put the bag on the table, and took off the windbreaker on her own.

After folding the windbreaker and putting it on the main seat where Wang Tianxiang will be seated, the line between the jade bracelet and the white arm was exposed.

A black rubber band headband.

Tie up his hair on his own.

She seems to have a natural instinct for how to show her beauty.

Just the action of tying the hair, every frame can be regarded as a poster in the style of the Republic of China.

Even the modification actions are redundant.

Just press the shutter button.

After a naturally hanging single ponytail was tied up, she glanced at Xu Xin who was always standing on the edge of the "fourth wall" and never stepped into the set, and asked with a smile:

"Isn't director Xu going to introduce these to me?"

Then…

She heard a sincere exclamation:

"It's so beautiful."

"..."

Liang Bingning paused.

The lights above the head are a little bright at the moment.

So, she couldn't see clearly what kind of emotion was hidden in the other party's squinted eyes.

After thinking about it, she smiled and said:

"This is the first time I heard words of praise from Director Xu."

Just as he finished speaking, he suddenly heard another sentence:

"To be honest, Sister Bingbing is really suitable for the role of Li Ningyu."