Chapter 228 Watching Director Zhou fail and win the role of Xuejian in "Chinese Paladin 3"
"Director Zhou!"
"Director Zhou!"
On April 4, the highly anticipated spy drama "The Disguiser" started filming in a high-profile manner.
As the exclusive producer, Zhou Qing showed up in person to show his support, just as he had promised Jiang Wei.
Considering Zhou Qing's current position in the circle, and the fact that "The Disguiser" is also the first TV series produced by Zhou Qing.
Media from all sides were still very interested and also gave Zhou Qing face, so more than 80 media outlets came in a rush.
Basically all the major mainstream media came, without exception.
The pomp and the scene were simply amazing.
"It still has to be Qingzi."
Zhu Yawen couldn't help but utter such a sigh in a low voice.
If it weren't for Zhou Qing, how could so many media outlets come today?
You have to know that "Crossing the Guandong" is a big drama produced by Shanying, with such an impressive cast, but the number of media outlets that have received it is only half of what it has now.
"With Director Zhou's reputation as a great director, our drama is sure to be a big hit!"
Song Jia glanced at the scene in front of him, his brows were full of excitement and his brilliance could not be concealed.
With the current attention and popularity of "The Disguiser", as long as the quality is good and the plot is not ruined, it will definitely be a hit drama.
But is there any need to doubt the quality of a drama produced exclusively by Director Zhou?
Of course not!
Although this is Director Zhou’s first time getting involved in the TV drama industry, it has to be said that Director Zhou is Director Zhou and his vision is impeccable.
Song Jia had already finished reading the script and memorized it by heart, and he had the same feeling from beginning to end.
Brilliant!
With such a wonderful script, coupled with the huge traffic brought in by Director Zhou, it is hard not to be a hit.
"You two are finally together this time. Just for this reason, there's no way you won't be popular."
Zu Feng interrupted with a smile.
Among these main actors, Zhu Yawen and Song Jia have worked together in "Crossing the Guandong", and he has worked with Zu Feng in "Love Is Not Blind", and they are all alumni of the Beijing Film Academy.
So we had a pretty pleasant chat with each other.
"What do you mean by being together? In the end, we still separated."
Song Jia curled his lips and couldn't help feeling a little regretful.
I have to say that the ending is really fucked up and it makes people feel very sad.
The two of them got married, but in the end they had to separate, and Cuiping even had a child.
"Director Zhou, you are a film director. How did you come up with the idea of making a TV series like "Insidious"? "
The press conference started soon, and as expected, the producer Zhou Qing became the focus of media interviews.
"I was mainly moved by the original novel of Hidden. I read it by accident and was deeply addicted to it, so I came up with the idea of adapting it."
"Coincidentally, Director Jiang Wei also took a fancy to this novel, and his script was also very well written, so the two of us hit it off, and that's how the TV series "Live" was born."
Zhou Qing spoke freely in front of camera after camera.
It provides very eye-catching publicity materials for the interviews of reporters.
"Director Zhou, will you step into the field of TV dramas in the future? In addition to "Insidious", will you produce other TV dramas?"
"'Insidious' was an accident. I am currently focusing on making movies and have no plans to make TV series. But even if I do, it will probably be just an occasional involvement."
"'Live' is your first TV series, Director Zhou. What are your expectations for it? Do you think it will be a hit?"
"I think 'Insidious' will be a hit and even become a benchmark for spy dramas. If you read the script, you will know that I am not exaggerating."
As a reborn person who had watched "The Hidden Corner", Zhou Qing did not hold back at all at this time, and raised his tone as high as possible.
I believe that after his remarks are exposed, they will definitely cause some controversy and even some ridicule.
But Zhou Qing has this confidence.
After all, "Lost" is really a classic!
"Director Zhou Qing's first TV series "The Hidden" started filming today. Director Zhou Qing shared the 'past and present' of "The Hidden" on the spot."
"At the launch conference of 'Live', director Zhou Qing said he might produce TV series in the future."
"At the press conference for 'Live', director Zhou Qing made a bold statement, saying that 'Live' would become a benchmark for spy dramas."
Because of Zhou Qing's signature brand, "The Disguiser" has gained much higher popularity than the original time and space.
Despite all kinds of voices, one thing is undeniable: a lot of people really started paying attention to this TV series because of Zhou Qing.
Even Zhou Qing’s loyal fans are looking forward to the launch of "The Disguiser".
"Being a good filmmaker doesn't mean he can also be a good TV series director. Director Zhou is getting cocky."
"If you say such a big thing now, won't it be embarrassing when the TV series fails?"
"Becoming a benchmark for spy dramas? Young people really don't know how to be humble."
Some people in the TV drama industry felt that Zhou Qing was a little too arrogant.
Movies and TV series are really two different things!
No matter how good your movie is, it doesn’t mean you can make a good TV series.
Many people were secretly waiting to see Zhou Qing make a fool of himself, and some even mocked him.
But no matter what, the popularity of "The Hidden" is indeed there, and this is an indisputable fact.
Zhou Qing's goal was achieved perfectly.
As for the rest, Zhou Qing was too lazy to pay attention.
"Director Zhou, the casting for Chinese Paladin 3 is about to begin. You can bring the artist from your studio over to take a look first."
In early May, Cai Yinong contacted Zhou Qing and told him the news.
Zhou Qing couldn't help but feel refreshed.
Has "Legend of Sword and Fairy 3" finally reached this stage?
"Brother, does Zhao Liying have many scenes these days?"
Zhou Qing did not delay and immediately contacted Jiang Wei who was filming "The Disguiser".
“There are some scenes, but it’s not impossible to adjust.”
Jiang Wei told Zhou Qing the answer without any hesitation.
Wanqiu is just a minor supporting role and is insignificant, so it is not difficult to adjust her role.
Since Zhou Qing had other arrangements for Zhao Liying, Jiang Wei was naturally happy to cooperate.
"Then I'll trouble you, Senior Brother. I have arranged an audition for her and will be able to send her back in two days."
Zhou Qing immediately said to Jiang Wei.
Jiang Wei naturally had no chance of objecting and agreed readily.
Zhou Qing called Zhao Liying again and called her back from the set.
"Director Zhou, you're looking for me?"
Zhao Liying didn't even have time to catch her breath. After returning, she immediately went to Zhou Qing to inquire about the situation.
After all, Director Zhou called me from the set, which must be something urgent and important.
Zhao Liying naturally did not dare to neglect it.
"Don't be nervous, it's a good thing."
Seeing Zhao Liying's serious look, Zhou Qing couldn't help but chuckle.
"Get ready. I'll arrange for you to audition for Sugar Man tomorrow."
Zhou Qing then explained to Zhao Liying.
Audition?
Sugar man?
Zhao Liying was not stupid, and she immediately felt her breathing become heavier.
After all, everyone in the circle knows that the only TV series Tangren is preparing during this period is "Legend of Sword and Fairy III".
Could it be that Director Zhou is planning to audition for "Chinese Paladin III" himself?
Damn it!
Director Zhou is so awesome!
In fact, Zhou Qing had a talk with Zhao Liying after returning from the Spring Festival. The general meaning was that Zhao Liying had laid the foundation for nearly two years and had acquired the basic professional qualities, so she could officially debut.
Starting this year, the studio will officially allocate resources to train Zhao Liying and promote Zhao Liying.
But Zhao Liying never expected that she would get such a top-notch resource as "Chinese Paladin III" right at the start.
Director Zhou’s work is really of great weight, isn’t it?
"Legend of Sword and Fairy III" is definitely one of the top TV drama resources in the entire circle.
"Director Zhou, are you going to audition for Chinese Paladin III?"
Zhao Liying tried hard to adjust her breathing rhythm, and then she couldn't help but confirm the situation with Zhou Qing.
"Do you think I would be so concerned about other TV series?"
Zhou Qing gave an affirmative answer.
Zhao Liying almost couldn't help but jump up.
It really is "The Legend of Sword and Fairy III"!
Long live Director Zhou!
"Get ready. I've already made an appointment with Mr. Cai for an audition tomorrow."
Zhou Qing waved to Zhao Liying with a smile.
"Director Zhou, what should I prepare? What role am I auditioning for? Can I really do it?"
After the huge surprise, Zhao Liying began to worry again, fearing that she would miss this opportunity and regret it for the rest of her life.
"Just keep a calm mind and don't think too much. I'm planning to let you try out the role of Xuejian, but the details still depend on the arrangements of Mr. Cai and Director Li."
Zhou Qing did not hide anything from Zhao Liying and told her his plan truthfully.
Among the three main heroines in "Chinese Paladin III", Long Kui and Zi Xuan do not match Zhao Liying's temperament and style, so Xue Jian is the most suitable.
The person Zhou Qing most wanted to win for Zhao Liying was naturally Xuejian.
However, considering that Tangren's casting has always been very complicated, whether it is "The Legend of Sword and Fairy 1" or "The Legend of Sword and Fairy 3", there have been situations where the roles and actors are not matched reasonably, and they are swapped on the spot.
For example, in "The Legend of Sword and Fairy 1", it was originally decided that Anu was played by Ady An and Lin Yueru was played by Liu Pinyan.
After filming for a while, the director realized that it was not suitable, so he swapped the roles of the two.
In "The Legend of Sword and Fairy III", Liu Shishi's original choice was not Long Kui, but Zi Xuan.
Tang Yan's first choice was Xue Jian.
Therefore, Zhou Qing was not sure how Li Guoli planned to arrange Zhao Liying.
As for the preparation before the audition?
Prepare some yarn.
We are using our connections to get people in, okay?
"Snow see you!"
Bang bang bang.
Zhao Liying felt like her heart was about to jump out of her chest.
This is not just a minor supporting role, but a very, very important heroine.
Did Director Zhou assign such an important role to himself right from the start?
Happiness really comes too suddenly, doesn't it?
"Director Zhou, I took Liying to audition for Sugar Man."
"Go ahead and wait for your good news."
Early the next morning, Zhao Liying's agent took Zhao Liying out in a hurry.
As Zhao Liying's boss, Zhou Qing gave her his best wishes before she left.
Zhou Qing was still relatively optimistic about the other party's trip to make sugar man.
He believed that the sugar man would still give him this face.
And Zhao Liying's conditions are fully capable of meeting the requirements.
In terms of image and temperament, there is absolutely no problem for Zhao Liying to play Xuejian.
In terms of acting skills, Zhao Liying has also reached the passing line.
Zhou Qing was not just a scoundrel shoved in to fill in the gaps.
"Producer Zhang!"
I met with the producer and dealt with the preparations for "Whiplash".
Zhou Qing dived into the training room and began to engage in "exciting" drumming training.
Bang bang bang!
Bang bang bang!
The compact and tense dull drum sounds began to sound one after another.
"Director Zhou, you have made significant progress now. At least you have mastered several common grips."
"But it can be seen that you still need to improve your control over the rhythm."
"To master rhythm, we need to understand briefly the 'beat', which is also commonly known as the 'beat'."
The drummer teacher was also very dedicated and gave Zhou Qing detailed explanations and training.
Zhou Qing felt that his progress was quite fast.
Judging from the current progress, Zhou Qing is still confident that he can successfully "graduate" by the end of June.
After all, what he wanted to learn was not to really master the drums, but just to pretend to play them well.
It's just a flower stand.
"Director Zhou, Zhao Liying from your studio is very good, has a good image, and has excellent acting skills."
After only half an hour of training, Cai Yinong called Zhou Qing again, full of praise for Zhao Liying.
Zhou Qing smiled but said nothing.
Zhao Liying's image is indeed okay, but it would be an exaggeration to say that her acting skills are good.
The girl's acting skills are just passable, not superb.
But then again, idol TV series like "Chinese Paladin III" do not really require very high acting skills.
The first factor is appearance, and the rest can be similar.
"Director Li and I both think that there is absolutely no problem for her to play the role of Xuejian."
Cai Yinong finally told Zhou Qing her decision.
As expected by Zhou Qing, he successfully got the role of Xuejian.
"I'm sorry to bother you, Mr. Cai. I'll treat you later and we can have a simple meal together."
"Director Zhou is too polite."
The two sides exchanged some pleasantries before ending the call happily.
"Professor Cao Baoping has a book that he has been preparing for some time, but the funds have not yet arrived."
"He came to sit with me a few days ago. I think he will come to see you in a while."
After returning to Beijing Film Academy, Tian Zhuangzhuang told Zhou Qing the news.
A while ago, Zhou Qing learned from Tian Zhuangzhuang that some teachers in the school wanted to come to him for investment.
He asked Tian Zhuangzhuang to pass on the message that a script must be available first.
I didn’t expect that a teacher would actually prepare the script so quickly.
However, if it is Cao Baoping, Zhou Qing said that we can still look forward to it.
He is definitely the most talented teacher among all the teachers in Beijing Film Academy, and will also be a very famous and powerful director in the future.
"The Thirteenth Year", "The Burning Sun", "The Murderer", etc. are all excellent works.
As for now, could it be "Li Mi's Conjecture"?
Zhou Qing made a simple judgment.
"Professor Cao's script should not be bad. He is one of the few professors at Beijing Film Academy who can write scripts."
Tian Zhuangzhuang also said something good for Cao Baoping.
It can be seen that Tian Zhuangzhuang still hopes that Zhou Qing can support Cao Baoping.
However, Tian Zhuangzhuang did not say this explicitly.
After all, Zhou Qing would have to pay real money for this, so it would be better for Zhou Qing to make the decision himself.
"Of course I trust Mr. Cao's level. His book "Glorious Fury" can be used as a textbook."
Zhou Qing smiled and agreed.
As for how to treat Cao Baoping, a simple thought in my mind gave me a plan. (End of this chapter)