Chapter 392: Cast list for "Dying to Survive", a blockbuster film that Director Zhou had s
Director Chen has a clear idea about the Golden Horse Awards.
In fact, Chairman Jin Ma not only contacted Director Chen, but also expressed to Director Chen his desire to visit Zhou Qing.
But seeing Zhou Qing's attitude, Director Chen felt that there was no need to explain further.
It is naturally impossible for the Golden Horse Awards chairman to meet Director Zhou or something.
Director Chen will not make any arrangements for him.
"Is there anything else?"
After communicating with Director Chen about some other things, Zhou Qing looked up and glanced at him and asked.
"Director Zhou, Liying's contract with the company will expire next year."
Director Chen continued to report to Zhou Qing.
"Has it been so many years without me noticing?"
Zhou Qing felt a little surprised. He had never noticed such a thing.
You know, Zhao Liying signed the longest contract of ten years. Has nine years passed in the blink of an eye?
Yes, Zhao Liying was signed through the "Ya Hu Star Search" event in 06, which is nine years.
"When Liying signed, you were just a senior in college, but now you are already an international director."
Director Chen just smiled, but his words were still full of emotion.
Looking back, my boss was just a promising college student.
But in the blink of an eye, his boss has become an internationally renowned top tycoon!
Where is Zhao Liying?
When he was first signed, he was a complete amateur, a country bumpkin just like Wang Baoqiang.
Now he has become a top-tier celebrity.
He is a big star who is successful in both TV dramas and movies.
All this really seemed to pass by in the blink of an eye, so unreal.
"That's right. I was still a student at Beijing Film Academy at that time."
Zhou Qing also smiled, with a flash of reminiscence in his eyes.
I originally wanted to ask Director Chen to talk to Zhao Liying, but I changed my mind before I could say anything.
Zhao Liying is now considered a close associate of Zhou Qing Pictures, so it would be better for the boss himself to come forward in person.
Zhou Qing waved his hand to send Director Chen away, and decided to wait until Zhao Liying returned from the filming of "Lost in Hong Kong" and then talk to Zhao Liying in person.
Just like Huang Bo and Wang Baoqiang before, whether Zhao Liying stays or leaves, Zhou Qing will respect her choice.
"Director Zhou."
"Producer Liu."
All preparations for "Dying to Survive" are still progressing in full swing.
Because the preparation period was short, director Zhou Qing also invested a lot of energy in the production.
Fortunately, the scale of "Dying to Survive" itself is not very large, and Zhou Qing has the advantage of foresight, so he can achieve twice the result with half the effort.
Therefore, there is no problem in starting filming in mid-May.
As for the casting, Zhou Qing personally supervised the main characters including Cheng Yong, Huang Mao, Sihui, Lu Shouyi, the pastor, and policeman Cao Bin.
In fact, it was just following the clues from the original movie, and it didn't take much effort.
Zhou Qing was too lazy to get involved with other supporting roles, big and small.
It's all up to the casting director.
At the end, he, as the chief director, will review the results.
However, in order to save time, Zhou Qing also directly designated the actors.
For example, Wang Yanhui who plays the fake drug dealer Zhang Changlin, Wang Jiajia who plays Lu Shouyi's wife, Li Naiwen who plays the pharmaceutical representative, Ren Luomin who plays the owner of a small hotel, and so on.
Casting in this way is really fast.
It only took three days in total, and the overall casting of "Dying to Survive" was basically completed.
Except for some individual actors like Yang Xinming who have not come for audition due to time constraints, the overall lineup has been finalized.
"As expected of Director Zhou, his vision is absolutely amazing!"
The casting director's admiration for Zhou Qing is as endless as a torrent of water.
God have mercy on him, he has been a casting director all his life and has never seen such casting before.
He selects the generals with precision and hits the mark with every move.
All those who were called by Director Zhou for audition, their image, temperament, acting skills, etc., all met the requirements perfectly in every aspect.
There is no one that is inappropriate.
Director Zhou is awesome!
"The action blockbuster "Operation Mekong" directed by Lin Chaoxian has started filming, with Zhang Hanyu and Peng Yuyan as the two male leads."
"Operation Mekong, produced by Bona Films, has started shooting in Bangkok, directed by the famous Hong Kong director Lin Chaoxian."
"Lin Chaoxian's new film "Operation Mekong" has officially started filming, Zhang Hanyu challenges a real case and Chen Baoguo joins."
On May 5, a piece of movie information attracted the attention of all parties in the industry.
The name of the movie "Operation Mekong" may seem unremarkable at first glance, but this is a movie adapted from real events!
Just like "Dying to Survive" directed by Zhou Qing.
Even the true events of "Operation Mekong" are more sensitive than those of "Dying to Survive".
Therefore, in order for such a film to be made, there must be some "deep-level" power behind it.
Specifically speaking of movies, "Dying to Survive" has the China Film Princess on board, so what about "Operation Mekong"?
This is a film supported by the Ministry of Public Security!
How could a film like this not attract attention?
Even if we put all these aside, the cast and crew of "Operation Mekong" is still very luxurious.
Director Lin Chaoxian is a famous director from Hong Kong Island, and the leading actors Zhang Hanyu and Eddie Peng are also top stars.
Even a star of Chen Baoguo's rank is willing to play a small supporting role.
What about investment?
A full 2 million RMB.
A truly big production.
Even in 15, there were only a few productions of this level in the entire Chinese entertainment industry each year.
So yes, Operation Mekong is definitely one of the most important film projects in 15.
But what’s a bit embarrassing is that due to its subject matter, “Operation Mekong” is actually not very well received by the industry.
They all feel that the meaning behind the film far outweighs its box office potential.
But Zhou Qing, who was reborn, knew very well that "Operation Mekong" was also a huge commercial success.
The film will be released next year, and the total box office will be as high as 11.88 billion, nearly 12 billion.
Even if it was released in 16, it would definitely be a big hit.
“Operation Mekong?”
Zhou Qing raised his eyebrows and whispered the name.
Different from the focus of other people in the circle, Zhou Qing soon stopped caring about "Operation Mekong".
After all, the films Zhou Qing shot three or four years ago had higher box office than "Operation Mekong".
This film poses no threat to Zhou Qing.
Compared to this, Zhou Qing is actually more concerned about another movie.
What movie?
"Operation Red Sea" is exactly the same as "Operation Mekong"!
The nature of this film is similar to "Operation Mekong". Both are adapted from real events and have received support from the Navy, so it can be considered an official platform.
But the box office was much more explosive than "Operation Mekong".
It was released in 18 and achieved a comeback despite being unpopular in the beginning, earning 36.5 billion RMB.
Ranked the annual box office champion in 18!
In the meantime?
The score on a certain Banana app is as high as 8.2 points, with more than one million people participating in the rating.
The word of mouth and box office were both explosive.
For Zhou Qing, a person who has been reborn, it is really hard not to be tempted by such a cheating movie.
Zhou Qing immediately put "Operation Red Sea" on his watch list.
If I don’t have any other suitable films next year, I might as well shoot "Operation Red Sea".
What?
What about Mojin: The Last Airbender? Compared to Mojin: The Last Airbender, Operation Red Sea is obviously much more explosive.
What is more critical?
If I don’t shoot “Operation Red Sea” next year, I’m afraid I won’t have the chance and Lin Chaoxian will get there first.
Such a thought flashed through Zhou Qing's mind.
Of course, it is too early to say this now. His own "Dying to Survive" has not even started filming yet, and "Operation Mekong" has just started filming.
It won’t be too late to consider the specific situation slowly next year.
Zhou Qing immediately put aside those messy thoughts and continued to busy himself with matters related to "Dying to Survive".
"Director Zhou, Mr. Yang Xinming is here for the audition."
After communicating with the producer, the assistant knocked on Zhou Qing's office door.
Yang Xinming?
This is the priest in "Dying to Survive". He is one of the main characters and a heavyweight supporting role.
Zhou Qing still has to personally screen such actors.
"Tell him to wait for a moment. I'll be there in twenty minutes."
Zhou Qing looked at the time and casually gave an instruction to his assistant.
"Understood, Director Zhou."
The young assistant responded and left in a hurry to take the order.
"Producer Liu, where were we just now?"
Zhou Qing continued to communicate and exchange ideas with the producer.
Only after all the issues had been discussed did he go to the reception room and meet Yang Xinming.
"Sorry, Mr. Yang, I kept you waiting for so long."
"No, I just arrived."
The two sides greeted each other happily.
The two had actually worked together on "Departures" before, so they were quite familiar with each other, so they had a pleasant chat.
Therefore, Zhou Qing did not conduct a formal audition for Yang Xinming.
After all, Zhou Qing was very clear about the other party’s acting skills when they were filming "Departures".
The other party has no problem at all controlling a character like a priest.
"Teacher Yang, if the filming starts in the middle of this month, do you have time?"
After just a brief communication, Zhou Qing made this decision.
"Yes, there is a schedule!"
Yang Xinming was overjoyed.
It’s already very clear that I passed the audition!
Haven't even tried it seriously.
Yang Xinming didn't expect that this audition would go so smoothly.
"We are a bit pressed for time. I will go back and read the script carefully. I am looking forward to Teacher Yang's performance."
Zhou Qing took out the script with a smile and handed it to Yang Xinming.
Yang Xinming actually has quite a few scenes in "Dying to Survive", and there are only a dozen days left before filming starts, so it is indeed very rushed.
However, Zhou Qing believed that for a dedicated and capable person like Yang Xinming, this would not be a problem.
"Director Zhou!"
"Director Zhou!"
After Yang Xinming, other actors who were missed also came for auditions one after another.
By May 5, all the main actors and important supporting roles were cast.
The cast of "Dying to Survive" has been finalized.
"Xiao Liu."
Zhou Qing didn't say too much nonsense and immediately gave the order to announce the lineup.
“The main creators and cast of the movie "Dying to Survive" are as follows:
Producers: Zhou Qing Pictures, China Film Group, Fiber Media, Wanda Cinemas
Director: Zhou Qing
main character:
Cheng Yong: Huang Bo
Wisdom: Tan Zhuo
Yellow hair: Zhang Yu
Pastor: Yang Xinming
Cao Bin: Zhou Yiwei
Lü benefits: Wang Chuanjun
......"
As soon as this lineup came out, the whole circle immediately became lively.
Frankly speaking, this cast is quite interesting.
The male lead Cheng Yong is played by Huang Bo, which is generally expected by everyone.
When Director Zhou shoots a film, he naturally gives priority to artists under his own management.
Among the three male actors under Zhou Qing Pictures, it is obvious that Huang Bo is undoubtedly the most suitable to play Cheng Yong.
So there’s nothing surprising about Huang Bo playing Cheng Yong.
But who is Tan Zhuo?
Who is Zhang Yu?
I've never heard of it at all.
And Wang Chuanjun?
Could it be the legend of Guan Gu in “Love Apartment”?
Wow, can Guan Gu Chuanqi even act in Director Zhou’s movie?
Are you sure this list is correct?
The other actors except Huang Bo have really sparked widespread discussion in the circle.
People like Tan Zhuo and Zhang Yu were exposed by everyone at the first opportunity.
"How ridiculous! These guys are just too lucky, aren't they?"
"Yes, Director Zhou actually took a fancy to me!"
I don't know how many people looked at me with envy, jealousy and hatred.
There is no other reason. Tan Zhuo and Zhang Yu are nothing. They are just small-time transparent people in the circle!
Not to mention top-notch masterpieces like "Dying to Survive", I'm afraid any other decent film would not be qualified to participate.
As a result, when I turned around, Director Zhou actually took a fancy to me?
One step to the sky!
This is truly a step to heaven!
"Tan Zhuo, you are so amazing, aren't you? You actually got the female lead in Director Zhou's movie?"
"You're going to be famous, Tan Zhuo! You're going to be famous!"
"Tan Zhuo, you are going to be a big star!"
In an instant, Tan Zhuo, who had originally nowhere to be found, immediately felt that his life had undergone earth-shaking changes.
Whether they knew each other or not, everyone started contacting me frantically.
The guy who used to be arrogant and dismissive in front of him suddenly changed his attitude 180 degrees.
He was very polite and enthusiastic to me.
Even many directors came to her and directly decided that Tan Zhuo would be the heroine of their new films.
That situation is simply exaggerated.
Tan Zhuo almost couldn't react for a moment.
"Fuck, Lao Wang, is this true? Director Zhou has taken a fancy to you?"
"Awesome, Lao Wang! You've even caught Director Zhou's eye!"
"Old Wang, don't forget me when you become rich and powerful!"
The situation is similar on Wang Chuanjun's side.
He was originally an average student at the Shanghai Theatre Academy, but he immediately became very popular there.
Chen He and other classmates immediately surrounded him and knelt down to lick his ass.
Everyone knows that after being spotted by Director Zhou, Wang Chuanjun is really going to be a big star. (End of this chapter)