Chapter 362 Milk tea, Rene Liu, wants to be a director.

“Two senior brothers, you just think too much.”

Chen Cheng understood the feelings of the two.

The two can be said to be the top representatives of China’s fifth generation of directors.

Both of them have achieved amazing results.

No one could shake the fame and status of these two people.

Although both of them are very famous and have a high status now.

But faced with a group of new directors who easily make 700 million to 800 million yuan at the box office today, the two felt a little embarrassed.

“Two senior brothers, there is no need to think like this.”

Chen Cheng said: “There are always talented people in every generation. Some newcomers do have unique ideas, which is inevitable in the development of this era. But we don’t have to compete with them head-on. The market is huge and there is room for performance in all genres. In particular, I think the understanding of the two brothers about movies is incomparable to that of the newcomers. If you are interested, you might as well pay more attention to some realistic themes.”

“Like Operation Mekong?”

Brother Chen Kai was somewhat interested and asked.

Chen Cheng nodded: “This category also counts, but it is not just this one. There are many realistic themes, and many realistic themes are also mainstream themes. For example, “My Fathers and I” is both a realistic theme and a mainstream theme. Of course, it is not just this category. There are many other categories, such as food and health, education and housing, history and law… and so on.”

Chen Cheng also talked to the two about several topics that Han Jianu had previously summarized.

Brother Chen Kai thought for a moment and said, “Junior brother, regarding the history you mentioned, I have previously filmed The Orphan of Zhao. Do you think it is a realistic theme or a mainstream theme?”

“It’s a historical reality.”

“But why can’t the box office go up?”

“The main reason is that although Orphan of Zhao is a historical reality, it does not do a good job in empathizing with the audience. It may be a good story, but it does not arouse strong expectations. For example, if I were to shoot history, I would choose a historical film about the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression.”

“understood.”

History is also like this.

but.

From different angles, the audience has different expectations.

The box office revenue is also different.

This has nothing to do with the directing level or technical techniques.

Zhang Yi was also touched and said, “Junior brother, I have some ideas about the legal aspect you mentioned. I have considered making a legal film before. However, I am worried that people are not interested in such legal films.”

But Chen Cheng thought about it and said, “Brother, this case has indeed attracted much attention from the public. However, I have a suggestion that is more related to the vital interests of the people. For example, the issue of self-defense in our country.”

“How to say?”

“You two brothers may also know something about legitimate defense. Generally speaking, citizens have the right to legitimate defense. When your personal health is illegally violated, we can defend ourselves. However, in practice, it is difficult to identify legitimate defense. Just like if someone punches us on the street and we punch back, then it is difficult to be considered legitimate defense.”

“Also, even if the judge sympathizes with you and thinks you have a tendency to self-defense, the strength of your counterattack and the degree of injury will be different, which will become excessive defense. Just like if I stab you, how can you defend yourself?”

“This……”

Although the two are not legal experts.

But I also understand the issue of self-defense.

This has also been reported in a series of media news reports before.

Especially when someone is stabbed like this… many times you are just stabbed in vain.

If you stab back, sorry, that’s not self-defense.

why?

Because someone stabbed you, the incident is over.

So, you can’t stab back.

According to a lawyer’s interpretation.

According to current laws, you must stab the person back at the same second that he stabs you.

That’s what counts as legitimate defense.

And if the damage caused by stabbing back is too great, it may be considered excessive self-defense… and so on.

It can be said that these events happen almost every year.

Every year when the news comes out, it has a huge impact.

Countless ordinary people think that this is unreasonable.

but.

He has never received an effective solution.

“Junior brother, your suggestion is really amazing.”

It was just a thought in Zhang Yi’s mind.

He was somewhat excited.

he knows.

Self-defense like this is much better than previous wrongful convictions.

Although previous unjust cases have also attracted public attention.

But many times these unjust cases will not happen to you.

But self-defense like this…it could backfire on you if you’re not careful.

Even if it won’t happen to you.

But some of your friends, relatives, children… may encounter this.

Especially children.

Sometimes children are bullied at school, and often there is simply no way to stop them.

Even if I tell my parents and the school afterwards… I’ve already been bullied.

Even if someone is bullied, the bully may not receive proper punishment because he is under 18 years old.

“I told you, Old Man, you will definitely gain something if you come to my place.”

Looking at Zhang Yi who was a little excited, Brother Chen Kai said.

Zhang Yi said with a smile: “You’re still talking about me, Brother Kai, aren’t you?”

“As for me… I just have an idea here. As for whether it can be realized, who knows. By the way, Junior Brother, if I think it through, I will talk to you later.”

“Okay.”

In just two hours, Chen Kaige and Zhang Yi returned with a full load.

……

“Director Chen, I’m Huang Bo.”

“Oh, there’s a phone number for you.”

“Director Chen, I’m just afraid that you’ll forget about a small fry like me.”

“You are still a small fry, yet you are already so popular.”

“No matter how popular I am, it’s all because of you, Director Chen. Without you, Director Chen, I would probably still be playing supporting roles.”

“Huang Bo, you are getting better and better at flattering people. If you have something to say, just say it.”

I stayed at China Film Academy for a week.

Originally Chen Cheng was preparing to leave.

However, seeing that China Film had invested in a lot of film businesses, Chen Cheng decided to take another look.

Just at this time.

Huang Bo called.

You’ll find out after you ask.

This guy wants to direct a movie himself.

Chen Cheng knew.

Whether it’s actors or other stars.

Everyone has a dream of becoming a director.

Once you have some success as an actor, you will move towards directing.

Such as Deng Chao.

Although the films he made have always been criticized.

I think it’s due to poor technology.

Always plagiarizing or imitating Chen Cheng.

But it has to be said.

The box office was quite impressive.

The box office is often 700 to 800 million, which makes Zhang Yi and others feel embarrassed.

It is normal that Huang Bo, who is also an actor like Deng Chao, wants to direct.

“Well, Huang Bo, come to my office. By the way, I’m at China Film Group.”

Although Chen Cheng’s Chenying Film and Television has the business of investing in movies.

However, Chen Cheng is the vice president of China Film Corporation.

It also has shares in China Film.

If you really like some movies.

He can really invest using both the identities of China Film and Chenying Film and Television.

of course.

It’s not just Huang Bo either.

As the most well-known film investment group in China.

China Film Group has always been one of the largest film and television investment companies in China.

After Huang Bo, Chen Cheng also contacted Liu Ruoying, Yi Xiaoxing, and the famous writer Han Han.

There are three people here.

One is a famous singer.

One is a web drama director.

The other is a well-known author.

The three of them look so big that the movie director can’t hit them.

But now they also want to direct a work and have sent a financing plan to China Film.

According to the previous opinions of China Film.

These three people don’t want to vote.

The reason is also very simple.

The trio’s film plans weren’t very promising.

At the same time, the plots of their films are very average and may not be popular with the public.

More importantly.

The three of them have quite a big crossover.

And they had no relevant experience in this area before.

Even Yi Xiaoxing, who is the closest to being a director, used to be a web drama actor.

Online dramas are not only looked down upon by China Film Group, but also by all the people in the industry.

Many people think that anyone can star in a web drama.

However, Chen Cheng found the three people very interesting and wanted to chat with them.

……

A few days later.

Huang Bo came to Chen Cheng’s office.

He also brought a script.

Chen Cheng looked at the name and said, “A good show.”

He has an impression of this play.

However, despite the impression, Chen Cheng still wanted to have a chat with Huang Bo.

“The script is too long. Please tell me the story briefly.”

Chen Cheng asked.

Huang Bo was well prepared. He said, “This story is similar to some wilderness survival stories, but it’s not about one person, but a group of people. A group of people is more interesting than one person. When one person survives in the wilderness, he only needs to solve the problem of survival. But for a group of people, they have to solve not only the problem of survival, but also the problem of human development, the problem of social operation, and the problem of human nature…”

“Yes, very innovative.”

Listening to Huang Bo’s narration, Chen Cheng nodded.

Such an innovative subject matter.

Even if the director is Huang Bo, an actor-turned-director producer, this work is worth investing in.

However, Chen Cheng was willing to vote.

But Chen Cheng flipped the script again.

About ten minutes later, Chen Cheng said, “It seems that there are many romantic elements in this script.”

“Yes, quite a few.”

“If we reduce some of the love elements and highlight the theme, I think this book will be more interesting.”

The movie “A Good Show” in the previous life was good.

But the love element in it is really not very pleasing.

Even Chen Cheng felt a little uncomfortable.

It is clearly a film that reflects society and human nature.

What kind of love is this?

Just like a series of historical events over thousands of years.

Love has never been the theme, or even anything.

That thing about risking one’s life for a beauty, loving beauty more than the kingdom… is just a lie to deceive those girls.

When you reach that position, women are nothing in your eyes.

……

The next day.

Chen Cheng met the famous singer Rene Liu.

“Hello, Milk Tea. I like your song ‘Later’.”

Although sometimes the world is very strange.

Why would a singer get involved in making movies and even become a director?

But that’s how movies are sometimes.

He doesn’t care about his identity.

As long as it can be filmed, people will buy it.

“Director Chen, thank you.”

Look at Chen Cheng.

Rene Liu was also extremely shocked.

She really didn’t expect it.

The person who met her was Chen Cheng.

“Director Chen, this is my film.”

I feel a little excited inside.

Rene Liu knows.

Almost.

As long as Chen Cheng takes a fancy to it, it can basically be said that the film is a sure success.

“Later we were.”

This is the name of the script.

Chen Cheng smiled and said: “Later, we are very consistent with the song “Later”.”

However, Chen Cheng continued, “Is the main selling point of this book sentimental?”

“Yes.”

“Oh.”

“Director Chen, I’m sorry, maybe you misunderstood.”

Rene Liu immediately explained, “Director Chen, I know you might think of this script of mine as some other works that sell sentimentality. Like You, My Deskmate, Gardenia Blossoms… that kind of thing. Although my script is called “Us and Them Later,” it is not intended to sell the sentimentality of the song “Later.” The sentimentality I’m talking about is the beautiful feelings we had when we were young, just like our first love, beautiful and sweet, but often first love is just a memory…”

Rene Liu spent about 10 minutes telling Chen Cheng the general story of this book.

Chen Cheng nodded: “Ok, we have invested in this script at China Film Group.”

……

Feeling a little dazed, Rene Liu walked out of Chen Cheng’s office.

Liu Xiaoxing and Han Han, who were waiting outside the office, stood up and said, “Sister Ruoying, how is it?”

“Director Chen said that China Film Group has invested in my film.”

Rene Liu said.

“I’ll go, it’s over.”

“It’s only been more than 20 minutes.”

The two said subconsciously.

Then he realized that there was something wrong with his words and quickly said, “Sorry, sorry, Sister Ruoying, we said the wrong thing. Congratulations, congratulations.”

“fine.”

Rene Liu shook her head: “Actually, I don’t know how I got through it.”

Even now, Rene Liu felt a little dizzy, wondering what Chen Cheng saw in her.

“By the way, Sister Ruoying, who is Director Chen you are talking about?”

“Director Chen Cheng.”

“Chen Cheng of Chen Cheng’s works?”

“Yes.”

“Oh my God.”

Yi Xiaoxing and Han Han were stunned.

But they were even more excited.

“Um, Sister Ruoying, can you tell us what Director Chen asked just now?”

Yi Xiaoxing’s eyes radiate the same wisdom as Tang Monk.

He doesn’t care what Chen Cheng thinks of Rene Liu.

But he knew it.

As long as Chen Cheng takes a fancy to you.

That was definitely a soar.

(End of this chapter)