Xu Xiancheng never interpreted Chu Xiaxing with the label of "female director". He sighed slightly: "I really didn't expect this. After all, Director Chu has always been very powerful, and she never mentioned this..."
In Xu Xiancheng's memory, Chu Xiaxing solved everything cleanly. He occasionally forgot the gender of the other party and only regarded it as a benchmark among his peers.
Chu Xiaxing: "Because it doesn't make any sense to say it, there is no need to mention it often."
Chu Xiaxing knew very well that complaining about his own predicament was meaningless, and no one felt the same way as you. She was as famous as Xu Xiancheng at that time, but just after an important age point, there were many people who doubted or tried to think that she might return to the family, and no longer dared to negotiate good projects with her.
After male directors get married and start a business, they are all assumed to be hands-off shopkeepers, which is also the norm in the industry, but female directors are different. Even if Chu Xiaxing didn't have this idea, she would have to suffer secret inquiries from many producers, so she could only try her best to mass-produce works to ensure her influence.
Xu Xiancheng used to always ask Chu Xiaxing why the output was so large. The reason was that she felt anxious for a long time. She was afraid that one day she would not be able to shoot, so she could only accumulate frantically in the early stage. Xu Dao's marriage may be a new beginning, but for her it is more like the end.
Chu Xiaxing is actually a person who doesn't like to complain, so it is difficult for her to analyze herself to others, but at this moment she said frankly for the first time: "Director Xu, you have made Director Chu so legendary that after reading it, everyone wants to To be her, in fact, I think it would be good not to be Director Chu..."
Xu Xiancheng's character is quite powerful. She can rely on her own talent and skill to achieve success, and her life experience is also ups and downs. She can be called a legendary woman. However, Chu Xiaxing felt that her life was not a good example, and she sometimes even thought that some setbacks or difficulties were unnecessary.
"She has to rely on her own strength to get a lot of things, but I sincerely hope that the people behind them don't have to work so hard. They don't have to work hard to get everything they deserve. They are all equals." Chu Xiaxing smiled lightly. .
The bumpy growth history of the female director in the movie is quite interesting, but in life, she hopes that her successor will not have to go through this. Because she has really survived the difficult and anxious stage, she hopes that they will not face the same ordeal in the future, and naturally have the same rights as them.
She used to be a little jealous of them, but now she can only be relieved.
If there is no way out, who would want to use all their strength? It's not an ordeal worth celebrating, at least she doesn't think she's a legend.
Only Xie Zhaoyan knew the true identity of Director Chu in the house. Of course, she knew that the other party smiled and said the truth, and she couldn't help but look worried: "You..."
Chu Xiaxing has withdrawn the emotions she just revealed, and she is impeccable business appearance, and politely said: "Of course, this is just my idea, it depends on how Teacher Xu writes..."
Xu Xiancheng said thoughtfully: "It is indeed a very unique point of view, and I will consider it carefully recently."
The four discussed the story for a long time in the villa, and roughly proposed a revised plan for the script. This is the end of today's work. Xu Xiancheng didn't listen to advice when he was a director, but now he is a screenwriter, but it is easier to communicate. In other words, his thoughts have changed when he was young, and now he also realizes the boundaries of mortals.
"Star of Dawn" was finally included in the "Ten Planning" of Yanchuan Film and Television City. When the opportunity is ripe, it will be officially announced together with other projects. Because the play is finalized to star Xie Zhaoyan, the attention will not be low at that time, and it can be regarded as a powerful project to support the film and television city.
Song Wenye followed Chu Xiaxing out of the room, and he said thoughtfully, "I thought that all female directors yearned to be director Chu Xiaxing, but Director Chu doesn't seem to think so."
Song Wenye still remembered that the other party felt that being Chu Xiaxing was not a good thing before, and that was all during the filming of "Distant Heart of You".
Chu Xiaxing: "No one is perfect, and some lives are not well imagined, so there is nothing to aspire to."
Song Wenye said coldly, "It sounds like you've experienced it before?"
Chu Xiaxing's mental quality has always been strong, and pretended to be calm: "Ah, because we are in the same profession, so sometimes we are in similar situations, and I may not yearn too much..."
Song Wenye had just observed her calmly, but he was hesitant at this moment, and asked with concern, "Do you also encounter the same troubles at work?"
Chu Xiaxing bumped into his serious look. She thought about her experience in this life and teased: "...I really don't have it at the moment. Thanks to our President Song, the remuneration is okay."
She had more trials and tribulations in her previous life, but this one has been much smoother, probably due to luck and times.
Song Wenye was relieved after this, and he expressed his opinion frankly: "Director Chu and Director Chu Xiaxing are actually quite alike, even in some respects they are the same person."
When Chu Xiaxing heard the words, the alarm bell rang out, but she still laughed and joked: "President Song, people must be content, I really hope that I will become a famous director of a generation, so that I can work for your film and television city? How can I compare to that one? Director Chu, besides, you haven't seen her, have you?"
Chu Xiaxing was not afraid of Song Wenye at all, even Xu Xiancheng, an old acquaintance, could not recognize her, let alone President Song who was still young.
Song Wenye: "I have seen it."
Chu Xiaxing was convinced that she hadn't even told Xiao Xiao Duan her name in Yanchuan, so she said more and more firmly: "Nonsense, how could you possibly have met with such a big age difference between you and that Director Chu?"
Song Wenye explained: "I only found out later. Teacher Wang told me that Director Chu had been to Yanchuan. I was a little surprised at first, but when I think about it carefully recently, I got the number..."
Song Wenye didn't know who the person who saved him was when he was a child. He remembered that his father always talked to her about the film and television city, and then the two would wander around in Yanchuan City. Her conversation and state were completely different from those of the locals.
Later, accidents followed, but Chu Xiaxin's father sent a huge sum of money at this time to help him and his mother get through the difficulties. At that time, the other party said that the money was given by a woman with the same surname as him. Perhaps the person who arranged this was the director of Chu, but she had never identified her locally.
Song Wenye once got along with that Director Chu, and he felt more and more similar to this Director Chu.
Chu Xiaxing didn't expect his memory to be so superior, fortunately, she is not someone who is easily deceived, so she brazenly said: "Then I really envy Mr. Song, to be able to chat and laugh with the two directors, like I can only meet Xu Director , I have no chance to communicate with Director Chu."
Chu Xiaxing: It's a pity that I can't talk to my excellent self about art.
Song Wenye: "?" Always feel that this tone is subtle
Song Wenye saw that she was not leaking, and his conjecture was indeed shocking, so it was naturally difficult to continue to elaborate. He just felt that some things were inexplicable, a little strange intuition, but he couldn't come up with a solid basis.
Chu Xiaxing knew that the other party was suspicious, but she knew too well that Song was a rationalist who always talked about evidence, and now she is unscrupulous. She had a crushing advantage in age, and he was still a small group at that time, and he didn't believe that the other party could find clues from decades ago.
After the four discussed, Xu Xiancheng and Xie Zhaoyan revised the movie script at home, Song Wenye submitted "The Star of Dawn" to the Yanchuan project team and the local government, and Chu Xiaxing received consultation from another co-actor.
In the restaurant, Chu Xiaxing looked at the brand-new Qiao Zhansi. She glanced up and down the other side's dress, tsk tsk said with emotion: "This body is really different, and now it's getting more and more decent."
During the filming of Qiao Zhansi, his daily attire was not conspicuous, and occasionally revealed a hint of shabbyness. Today, his whole body has changed. He used to have a worried face, but now he looks a lot more cheerful.
Chu Xiaxing sighed inwardly, money can't cure all diseases, but it can cure poor diseases, and it brings different spirits.
Qiao Zhansi was once overwhelmed by life, and despite his talent, he always seemed melancholy, but now there are gratifying changes. He became famous after starring in "Thunder Gun Saint", and there are also many drama appointments and advertisements, and finally he can get rid of the days of being hidden in the snow.
Chu Xiaxing smiled and looked at the people sitting at the next table, and said with a mockery, "There are assistants now? Sure enough, people are popular!"
"No, no, it's actually my friend. I'm here to be my assistant for the time being." Qiao Zhansi waved his hand embarrassedly, and he hurriedly said modestly, "Director Chu, don't make fun of me, it's not even popular..."
"Since it's a friend, let's sit at a table." Chu Xiaxing said happily. Seeing that Qiao Zhans's introverted nature had not changed, she expressed relief, "Anyway, it's a high-box-office movie, and it doesn't matter if you say it is popular."
Qiao Zhansi found that Director Chu was still a straight-forward character, and his heart was much more stable, and he beckoned his friends to sit over.
He received a lot of olive branches after he became popular recently. At the same time, he realized the huge changes in the people around him. In fact, he was quite frightened inside, so he took the initiative to ask Chu Xiaxing.
Chu Xiaxing heard his intention and said unexpectedly, "Do you want me to see these companies?"
Qiao Zhansi hesitated: "Well, you also know what happened to me before, or does the director recommend a company..."
Qiao Zhansi was once cheated by Weihuang Media, so he would be more cautious when signing an economic company. This kind of thing is not easy to discuss with others. He has no contract yet, and it is easy to spread to everyone. Director Chu was someone who knew the bottom line. She didn't have to sign him if she wanted to harm others, so he came to the door for consultation.
When Chu Xiaxing saw that he was defenseless, she was amused: "How can someone ask for this kind of thing? Then I want you to sign Fanke Pictures?"
Qiao Zhansi: "If Director Chu thinks it's appropriate..."
Chu Xiaxing: "Forget it, Xia Hongguang is busy with Zhou Xuelu, and you probably won't have enough resources after signing."
The artist broker of Fanke Films is developed with Zhou Xuelu as the core. The business resources of male and female stars do not overlap, which is really not suitable for Qiao Zhansi. Qiao Zhansi has not yet reached the level of a personal studio, and needs the support of a relatively powerful brokerage company, otherwise it will be difficult to continue the momentum.
Chu Xiaxing was originally a director, not a businessman. She would not force Qiao Zhansi to be in the same company as her. Just like what she said to Zhou Xuelu and others in the past, the farther they could fly independently, the more gratified she felt. .
Chu Xiaxing helped Qiao Zhansi to screen a circle, and in the end, there were only two brokerage companies left. They had good reputation and qualifications in the industry, and the conditions they gave were quite good. She thought for a while and suggested, "Choose this one. The other one is discussing financing with Xiexong, and it may not be suitable for you."
Although Chu Xiaxing didn't know what happened to Qiao Zhansi and Xiesong Group, but Shu Jie had reported her family when she was looking for trouble. Obviously, there was nothing good about Qiao Zhansi and Xiesong.
Qiao Zhansi had no objection to her decision, nodded and said, "Okay, then I will agree to this when I go back."
Chu Xiaxing and Qiao Zhansi chatted about their current situation again, and talked a little about their respective projects before getting up to say goodbye.
Before leaving, Qiao Zhansi suddenly remembered something, and said again: "By the way, Director Chu, there is one more thing to thank you, the days when we went overseas to promote, did you ask someone to give me a cake, that day? It happened to be my lunar birthday…”
Qiao Zhansi actually had a lunar birthday since he was a child. He only found the cake at the door when he returned to the house at night. In addition, there would be no publicity meeting the next day, and he had no chance to ask others. Now that I think about it, it is impossible for Xie Zhaoyan and others to know the birthday of the little actor. Only Director Chu, who is holding the information of the crew, is most likely, but she calculated that the birthday on the lunar calendar is also very detailed.
Chu Xiaxing was stunned for a moment and muttered: "Well, you are overestimating me a bit. I don't even have my own birthday. The most caring thing I said might be 'drink more hot water'..."
Chu Xiaxing: I don't even understand my own birthday, let alone someone else's birthday
Qiao Zhansi: "?"
When Qiao Zhansi listened to her denial, he naturally became more and more confused, and said in confusion, "That's really strange."
Chu Xiaxing's heart moved slightly, and she simply suggested: "I will ask someone to ask the hotel when the time comes. There should be a record of whether it can be brought in, and I will tell you the result."