SFS Chapter 313 A production worth hundreds of millions?
Chapter 313 A production worth hundreds of millions?
"Mr. Chen, luck won't always be on your side. Summer is particularly annoyed by these low-budget movies. Once you've been fooled, you won't buy into them again."
Zheng Tianming, with a cigar in his mouth, seemed to already envision himself becoming the box office champion.
Just as Chen Le was about to speak, a hand blocked him, and the next moment, Zhang Ruopu's powerful voice rang out.
"I don't think cost is the key factor in determining the quality of a film."
Upon hearing Zhang Ruopu's words, Zheng Tianming, who had been so arrogant just moments before, immediately changed his expression.
This person is a pillar of the film and television industry.
Moreover, he is the most qualified person to say this!
It's worth noting that Zhang Ruopu's earliest films were all high-quality, low-budget movies!
"I've watched Ah Le's Summer Troubles these past few days, and it doesn't have any of the problems you mentioned. Although there are some issues with the details, it definitely deserves to be this season's box office champion!"
Hearing Zhang Ruopu's words, Zheng Tianming had no idea how to refute them.
He's arrogant, not stupid.
If I offend Zhang Ruopu now, my name will be on the front page of the news tomorrow!
"Old Zhang is right."
Zheng Tianming nodded repeatedly, but then suddenly realized something was wrong.
Ah Le?
Such a... affectionate way of addressing someone?
What exactly is the relationship between Mr. Zhang and Chen Le?
However, none of this matters!
In fact, Zheng Tianming attended this party today in order to meet Zhang Ruopu, a leading figure in the film and television industry!
Half of the entertainment industry's actors have participated in his own "Legend of Immortal Ascension". If he could make a cameo appearance, even if it's just a few seconds of screen time, it would be enough for him to market the movie several times over!
"Old Zhang, actually, I've come here this time with a request I'd like to make!"
Zheng Tianming rubbed his hands together, looking at Zhang Ruopu with burning eyes.
"I'd like to invite you to act in my movie; the salary is negotiable!"
"As you know, I'm currently preparing to film 'The Legend of Immortal Sealing,' a big-budget movie. Mr. Xiang has invested over a billion yuan in it!"
"As long as you are willing to participate, I can agree to any role and any salary on behalf of the company!"
Mr. Xiang's investment is Zheng Tianming's greatest source of confidence!
After all, that's a real sum of over a billion!
With these billions, he can hire anyone he wants!
Even if Zhang Ruopu asks for an exorbitant amount, he can totally agree to it!
But Zhang Ruopu waved his hand, politely declining the offer.
"I have no plans to participate in any new movies recently."
"Furthermore, I've already decided to make a cameo appearance in Chen Le's new movie."
Upon hearing Zhang Ruopu's words, Zheng Tianming froze on the spot, as if struck by lightning!
What did Old Zhang just say?
Is Mr. Zhang going to act in Chen Le's new movie?
He glanced at Chen Le instinctively, his heart filled with disbelief!
How much funding could Chen Le have for his low-budget film to hire Mr. Zhang?
Thinking of this, Zheng Tianming gritted his teeth and couldn't help but continue speaking.
"Mr. Zhang, why don't you consider our production team? We can offer ten times more pay than Chen Le!"
He simply couldn't believe that Old Zhang would give up a high salary to make a cameo appearance for Chen Le!
However, Zhang Ruopu chuckled and waved his hand.
"I plan to make a cameo appearance in Chen Le's new movie for free."
Even if you are a hundred times better than Chen Le, it won't make a difference.
Upon hearing this, Zheng Tianming was completely dumbfounded, standing there speechless for a long time!
Zero pay?
Mr. Zhang is a veteran in the film and television industry!
Looking across the entire entertainment industry, there are countless people who want to invite Mr. Zhang!
It turns out that Mr. Zhang actually made a cameo appearance in Chen Le's movie without receiving any payment?
Old Zhang seemed to sense his confusion, laughed heartily, patted Chen Le on the shoulder, and then said to Zheng Tianming,
"As long as your script is as good as Chen Le's, I can also make a cameo appearance in your movie for free."
Zheng Tianming was still unwilling to give up!
He gritted his teeth and continued.
"Mr. Zhang, please don't be in such a hurry to refuse!"
"If you're willing to participate, I can revise the script to give you more screen time!"
"Nonsense!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Ruopu's face instantly darkened!
"For a good movie, the script is the most crucial element!"
"If every actor takes advantage of their fame to give you more screen time, what will your script end up like?"
"You're making a movie, not playing house!"
For a moment, not only Zheng Tianming was stunned, but even Chen Le, who was standing next to Zhang Ruopu, was dumbfounded. At this moment, Zhang Ruopu's tone had completely lost its previous elegance.
Zheng Tianming, who had been scolded, was completely dumbfounded. He was speechless for a moment, and by the time he came to his senses, Old Zhang had already left with Chen Le and the others.
……
This was the first time Chen Le had seen Zhang Ruopu like this.
but…
After all, he's a veteran actor who came from martial arts films, so his fiery temper seems to be normal.
After all, martial arts back then weren't like they are now, where stunt doubles are used. Every dangerous shot and every dangerous action had to be performed by the actors themselves!
Zhang Ruopu took a breath and tried to calm himself down, then resumed his usual calm and composed tone.
"Ah Le, you don't need to worry too much. Investment doesn't directly determine the quality of a movie, but..."
At this point, Zhang Ruopu suddenly paused, then changed the subject and continued.
"This movie is most likely a project by Xiang Tianqiang to pave the way for his son."
Chen Le actually knew more or less about what Zhang Ruopu was saying.
Xiang Xiatian is also a well-known martial arts actor in Hong Kong. Although he is a bit inexperienced compared to veteran martial arts actors like Zhang Ruopu who have real kung fu skills, he is still a rare tough guy in the entertainment industry!
I don't know why, but this young master didn't inherit his family's business empire and insisted on venturing into the film and television industry!
but.
Speaking of which, Xiang Xiatian has had some bad luck.
Although he has participated in many big movies over the years, those movies have been taken down because of the exposure of many celebrities with bad reputations.
The result is that Xiang Xia, after drifting through half her life, returns as a new person.
This shows how important this movie is to Xiang Xiatian.
The fact that Xiang Tianqiang invested over a billion yuan is enough to show how much he values this!
However, Chen Le was not as worried as Zhang Ruopu had said.
"Don't worry, Mr. Zhang."
Chen Le said with a smile.
"I have confidence in my script!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Ruopu's expression of affirmation towards Chen Le became even more solemn.
It's been so many years since I've seen a newcomer like this in the film and television industry!
If he grows a few more years, he might become a towering figure in the film and television industry!
"By the way, what did you want me to help you with before?"
Zhang Ruopu suddenly remembered the unfinished topic from before and immediately asked about it.
Chen Le immediately realized what was happening.
"I almost forgot the important thing. Actually, I wanted to ask Mr. Zhang to help introduce me to Zhu Xinxin."