Chapter 262: The second shot in the field of TV series, the premiere of "Whiplash"
Like Zhou Qing’s previous films, China Film Group actively took over the premiere of Whiplash.
Zhou Qing did not refuse this. Since there was someone to share the burden with, he was happy to have some peace and quiet.
However, Zhou Qing still needs to contact some important guests in person for invitations.
For example, Han Sanping, the "treasure of the house".
It would definitely be different whether Han Sanping was at the premiere or not.
Although Zhou Qing knew that Han Sanping was still filming "Founding of a Republic", he still called Han Sanping.
What surprised Zhou Qing was that he got through it in one try.
"Congratulations, Director Zhou, for winning such an important award at Cannes, the Grand Jury Prize, which is second only to the Palme d'Or."
"Of course, we also want to congratulate Director Zhou for winning the Best Actor Award at the Cannes Film Festival. You really made many actors drop their jaws."
"As for the actors on the set of Founding of a Republic, every one of them felt very ashamed."
"Guoli just told me that all these actors have been acting in vain for so many years, hahaha~"
Han Sanping's extremely cheerful voice rang out from the receiver, sounding so high-spirited and energetic.
Zhou Qing could understand this.
China Film Corporation is also the producer of "Whiplash", and it is a huge achievement for Han Sanping to achieve such a stunning success in Cannes.
It would be strange if Han Sanping was unhappy.
“Let’s celebrate together. Whiplash has been able to achieve some success in Cannes, thanks to the support of Mr. Han.”
Zhou Qing smiled and exchanged some pleasantries with Han Sanping before finally stating his purpose.
An invitation was extended to Han Sanping to attend the premiere of "Whiplash".
"Whiplash has achieved such great results, how can I not go? Don't worry, Director Zhou, I will be there on time!"
Han Sanping agreed without any hesitation.
Although he is indeed filming "Founding of a Republic" now, he is actually not as busy as others imagine.
Because Han Sanping is actually the chief director, not the director.
The director is Han Sanping's favorite Huang Jianxin.
In other words, Han Sanping is mainly responsible for planning and managing the film set.
The person who actually took the directing duties was still Huang Jianxin.
So if Han Sanping is absent for a day or two, it won't cause any trouble at all.
In addition, Han Sanping is a person who likes ostentation. The movie "Whiplash" produced by China Film Group was so explosive that even his meals would not taste good if he didn't show off in front of others.
So this matter went much more smoothly than Zhou Qing had imagined.
"Brother, Whiplash will premiere the day after tomorrow, won't you come and show your support?"
"Director Jiang, how is your script going? The premiere of Whiplash..."
After making several phone calls, both Ning Hao and Jiang Wen promised that they would be there.
First of all, they do have a very good relationship with Zhou Qing.
Secondly, there is really nothing too urgent at hand at the moment.
Of course I won’t refuse.
However, Zhou Qing did not personally contact people like Zhang Guoshi and Feng Xiaogang.
Just send out the routine invitations.
Zhou Qing’s relationship with these big directors is just average, not to that extent.
As for those others?
Well, Zhou Qing has no right to contact them personally, so China Film Group can just do it.
Zhou Qing was too lazy to ask.
"Director Zhou, Mr. Cai from Sugar Man has made an appointment to visit."
Not long after chatting with Jiang Wen, the assistant knocked on Zhou Qing's office door and told Zhou Qing the news.
Cai Yinong?
Zhou Qing pondered for a moment, then agreed without any hesitation.
"Just tomorrow."
"Understood, Director Zhou."
The assistant responded, stepped out and began to make the corresponding arrangements.
As for Zhou Qing?
Then continued to deal with other related matters.
"I can't believe you even won the Best Actor award."
Zhou Qing was busy at the company in the morning and took time out to go back to school in the afternoon. When Tian Zhuangzhuang came up, he sighed.
Tian Zhuangzhuang was not too surprised to win the Jury Grand Prize, as Zhou Qing did have the ability to do so.
But Best Actor?
Well, Tian Zhuangzhuang admitted that he had really sprained his waist.
"Teacher, I majored in acting in my undergraduate studies."
Zhou Qing smiled and emphasized to Tian Zhuangzhuang.
Tian Zhuangzhuang didn't know what to say.
Is this a matter of whether or not you study acting?
Among the three major schools of higher learning, Beijing Film Academy, Central Academy of Drama and Shanghai Theatre Academy, how many students have come out of their acting departments over the years? Is there any one who won the Best Actor Award at Cannes?
This kind of thing really can't be explained by academic qualifications, it can only be explained by talent.
It seems that this student of mine is not only talented in directing, but also in acting.
"Those guys in the acting department are so happy this time. Who would have thought that you would give them such a big surprise when you are about to graduate."
At this point, Tian Zhuangzhuang couldn't help laughing.
You know, because of Zhou Qing, the situation in the Performance Department has always been a bit awkward.
When these teachers meet each other, they often joke about the acting department.
After all, the mainland's top director Zhou Qing graduated from the acting department.
But this time?
The Department of Performance was really proud of itself.
The Cannes Film Festival Best Actor is the only one of its kind among all the universities!
What's the saying that Beijing Film Academy produces stars and Central Academy of Drama produces actors? It is generally recognized in the circle that actors from Central Academy of Drama are better than those from Beijing Film Academy.
But who dares to say that now?
Anyone who says this about Beijing Film Academy will definitely have to fight back.
Are the actors from the Central Academy of Drama good? Have any actors from the Central Academy of Drama won the Best Actor Award at the Cannes Film Festival?
Of course, Beijing Film Academy is the best!
"By the way, you have brought all the trophies here, they are all waiting for pictures."
Tian Zhuangzhuang's voice sounded again. The other party remembered something and looked at Zhou Qing and asked.
"Teacher, Mr. Wang, Dean Zhang, and several department heads, I have received 800 calls. How could I forget?"
Zhou Qing showed a wry smile, which was really not an exaggeration at all.
Even while I was in Cannes, the school started to call me non-stop.
Almost all the teachers and leaders who could reach Zhou Qing were beaten by him.
Especially in the Department of Performance, it is not enough to beat them once, some leaders are beaten several times.
Zhou Qing could actually understand this urgent feeling.
After all, although Zhou Qing has won many trophies over the years, this is the first time he has won a performance award.
It would be strange if the acting department could remain calm.
"By the way, you have to make time next month. The exam can't be delayed any longer."
After chatting, Tian Zhuangzhuang started talking to Zhou Qing about serious matters.
The defense time has been set, and several exams must be completed before the defense.
In fact, the exam was supposed to be in May, but Zhou Qing had to go to Cannes, so Tian Zhuangzhuang had to adjust the time.
But by June, it was really impossible to make any adjustments.
"Don't worry, teacher. June will be fine."
Zhou Qing nodded heavily and agreed.
The teacher and the student discussed some related issues in detail, but were interrupted by the school leaders who came to visit.
Click, click, click!
Click, click, click!
The next two hours were filled with all kinds of photo taking.
After the directing department took the photo, the acting department took the photo. One leader took a group photo after another, and Zhou Qing was so overwhelmed by the photos.
"Congratulations, Director Zhou, for winning two awards in a row at Cannes, including the Best Actor award. I admire you so much!"
"All of our sugar artists said they wanted to learn acting from Director Zhou."
At ten o'clock the next morning, the extremely capable Cai Yinong appeared at Zhou Qing Pictures.
Since we had dealt with each other before, we were quite familiar with each other and had a pleasant chat.
"Mr. Cai, you must be joking. It was my first time acting in a movie and I was very nervous, fearing that I wouldn't do well. I don't even know how I won the Best Actor award."
Zhou Qing waved his hands repeatedly, being humble in front of Cai Yinong.
"To be honest with you, Director Zhou, I came here this time because I actually wanted to talk to you about the novel "Startling by Each Step."
After some polite exchanges, seeing that the time was almost right, Cai Yinong told Zhou Qing the purpose of her visit.
A while ago, the relevant departments of Tangren conducted careful research and analysis and unanimously agreed that the novel "Startling by Each Step" is very worthy of adaptation.
"Startling by Each Step" has been listed as a key project to be developed. But who would have thought that when we went further and discussed the adaptation with the novel author, we found that the copyright of the novel had been taken by someone else.
This is a big deal.
But the only consolation is that the person who bought the copyright first was director Zhou Qing.
Tang Ren and director Zhou Qing actually have a pretty good relationship.
Not to mention anything else, Cai Yinong gave face to Zhou Qing in "Chinese Paladin III" and used Zhao Liying from Zhou Qing Pictures, right?
Before this, Zhou Qing also used the sugar man Hu Ge when filming "The Hearing Girl".
The two sides had some exchanges and established a certain level of friendship.
That's why Cai Yinong came directly to the door.
"It's for 'Startling by Each Step' indeed."
Zhou Qing was not surprised by this.
Calculating the time, "Startling by Each Step" has indeed begun preparations.
Zhou Qing did not plan to shoot this TV series himself, or it could be said that he had no plans to shoot a TV series at this stage.
It's not just "Startling by Each Step", there are no plans to shoot any other TV series.
After all, with Zhou Qing's current status as a top director, it is indeed a bit unworthy for him to shoot a TV series.
This is just one aspect.
Even if analyzed from a commercial perspective, the returns that Zhou Qing can get from making TV series are far less than those from making movies.
So it’s really not worth it to make TV series or something like that.
Just be an investor like in "The Hidden Corner" and wait for the money to come in. There is no need to go through so much trouble.
"Director Zhou has bought the film and television adaptation rights for "Startling by Each Step", right? Is Director Zhou planning to adapt it into a movie?"
Cai Yinong's voice continued to sound, and the other party began to communicate with Zhou Qing cautiously.
"That's the idea."
Even though he had no such idea at all, Zhou Qing still admitted it.
Otherwise, why would you buy "Startling by Each Step"?
You have to give people a convincing reason, right?
"That's great, there's no conflict. To be honest, Director Zhou, we at Tangren are also very optimistic about this novel and want to make it into a TV series."
Cai Yinong became excited and tried her best to persuade Zhou Qinglai.
Trying hard to get the rights to adapt "Startling by Each Step" into a TV series.
"Well then, you can give "Startling by Each Step" to Tang Ren. I tell you, Mr. Cai, the reason I agreed to this is all because of you, Mr. Cai."
Zhou Qing pretended to think and hesitate for a while before agreeing.
Cai Yinong was immediately overjoyed and thanked Zhou Qing repeatedly.
The two sides then began to discuss some other specific related issues.
For example, "Startling by Each Step" was jointly developed by Zhou Qing Pictures and Tang Ren, in which Zhou Qing Pictures was the main controller and Tang Ren was the co-producer.
For another example, the leading female role was wanted by Zhou Qing Pictures and was to be played by Zhao Liying, who is also under Zhou Qing Pictures.
The other roles are given to Tang Ren, who will operate freely without Zhou Qing interfering.
Considering Zhou Qing Pictures' current position in the industry, Cai Yinong also cherishes the opportunity to work with Zhou Qing Pictures again.
So both parties reached an agreement very happily.
Even Cai Yinong was delighted.
This was a complete surprise for her.
Being able to co-produce a TV series with Zhou Qing Pictures is absolutely of great significance, with only advantages and no disadvantages.
How many companies would beg for such an opportunity but never get it.
"Mr. Cai, I have a few small requests."
However, apart from this, Zhou Qing still made some other requests to Cai Yinong.
For example, Zhou Qing requested that confidentiality be maintained during the script adaptation and early preparation period, and the timing of the project's external announcement would be decided by Zhou Qing Pictures.
However, before Zhou Qing Pictures decides to make it public, Tang Ren is not allowed to disclose it to the outside world in any form.
Don't even think about hype or anything like that.
For example, Zhou Qing required Tangren to complete the script 10 years ago and not delay it for too long.
For Cai Yinong, these are all trivial matters.
She didn't think much about it and agreed as well.
Then the problem is coming.
When Zhou Qing cooperated with other people, he just played the role of a hands-off boss and didn't care about anything. Why did he have so many requirements when it came to "Startling by Each Step"?
It’s simple, just to prevent some plagiarist from doing disgusting things.
You have to know that in the original time and space, "Startling by Each Step" was severely disgusted by "Palace".
It was obviously the original version that was produced first, but due to the slow production speed, some plagiarist ended up making a pirated version first!
It's so disgusting.
If this drama had nothing to do with him, Zhou Qing would naturally not bother to pay attention to it.
But now that Zhou Qing has become the main controller of "Startling by Each Step", how could he sit idly by and watch such a disgusting thing happen again?
“I wish Whiplash a big box office success!”
"It's a big hit at the box office, Director Zhou!"
On May 5, the premiere of "Whiplash" was held grandly, which was regarded as one of the most grand events in the circle in 29.
You have to know that Zhou Qinggang has just won two awards in Cannes and is almost a god.
No one dares to neglect at this time.
Even so, this is the result of China Film Corporation setting a threshold and only inviting third-tier and above stars.
Otherwise, it is no exaggeration to say that no matter how big the venue is, it will not be enough.
"Third Master."
"Director Han!"
Han Sanping, the most famous guest, showed up as he promised, and he looked radiant with joy.
If we say that Whiplash returned home with great success in Cannes, apart from Zhou Qing, the biggest beneficiary is undoubtedly Han Sanping.
So Han Sanping's mood was really good.
Everyone in the meeting room could see that the Third Master was truly in high spirits.
"I really found the right person when I asked you to play in The Founding of a Republic."
After having a good chat with Zhou Qing, Han Sanping couldn't stop feeling proud when he mentioned this.
I asked Zhou Qing to play a small supporting role, but he accidentally picked up a Cannes Film Festival Best Actor!
Make a lot of money.
This is really a big profit.
From the moment Zhou Qing won the Cannes Best Actor Award, the most influential among the nearly 200 stars in the crew of "Founding of a Republic" were no longer Zhang Guoli and Tang Guoqiang.
But it’s the Cannes Film Festival winner Zhou Qing!
How could Han Sanping be in a bad mood?
"I feel like I'm at a disadvantage, Mr. Han. How about you add some more drama to my play?"
Zhou Qing said to Han Sanping with a smile.
"That's just a few scenes, how much more can you add? If I make another movie, how about giving you a leading role?"
Han Sanping was in a good mood and waved his hand in a domineering manner.
"You said that, Mr. Han. I'll remember it."
Zhou Qing laughed and didn't take Han Sanping's words to heart at all.
"Not bad, Director Zhou. You also won the Grand Jury Prize. We are tied in terms of directing."
"But as for actors, I still lack you a Cannes Film Festival Best Actor award."
Jiang Wen also came. When she spoke, her style was different from others, full of arrogance.
But Jiang Wen does have the capital to be arrogant.
The other film, "Devils on Doorstep", also won the Jury Prize at Cannes.
I can only say that Jiang Wen is really amazing when it comes to winning awards.
Of course, Jiang Wen is also very talented as an actor and he has won the Best Actor award.
Although it is just the Hundred Flowers Award, it is also one of the three major film awards in mainland China.
What’s more, Jiang Wen took it twice.
Of course, it is far inferior to Zhou Qing's Cannes Best Actor award, but compared with the vast majority of actors in the domestic entertainment industry, it is really amazing.
You have to know that there is not even one winner of the Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actor twice in the entire domestic entertainment industry.
So yes, it is true that Jiang Wen is a genius as a director.
He is also a genius as an actor. (End of this chapter)