During Simon's last trip to China, he arranged an exchange study program for students from China Theater and Beijing Film Academy. He not only had the idea of supporting Chinese film, but also had the selfish intention of accumulating local talents for the Jinshu Department.
On a deeper level, there are also considerations that guide the development direction of Chinese films.
Speaking of Chinese movies in the 1990s, people familiar with this field can often think of one word: sixth generation.
According to the official definition, because they grew up in a turbulent era when Chinese society was undergoing rapid changes in politics, economy, culture and other aspects, the typical characteristics of the sixth generation filmmakers are 'rebellion and reflection'. Their works mostly focus on realistic themes and pay attention to historical transformations. During this period, all strata of Chinese society were confused, confused and at a loss as to what to do.
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However, in Simon’s personal opinion, the reason why China’s sixth-generation filmmakers are like this is largely due to the guidance of capital.
During the same period, as China gradually opens up, countries around the world inevitably want to know more about all aspects of this country, and movies are undoubtedly an important display window. Because there is demand, capital follows suit, and most sixth-generation directors have been created, including many fifth-generation directors. Most of the funding for filmmaking comes from foreign capital.
Then there is another problem, which is also something that the sixth generation and many fifth generations have been criticized for.
Why do these directors always shoot to show China's backwardness and dark side, instead of shooting the country's overall rapid development and prosperity
In fact, it is still capital demand.
It’s not that foreigners like to watch these, but that films with similar themes are more likely to win awards at various foreign film festivals. Chinese films that are already niche can only attract the attention of Western public opinion if they win awards at film festivals. Then attract audiences into the theater, earn box office, and realize profits.
A Chinese movie that costs only hundreds of thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars can be sold in Western countries and earn millions of dollars if you are lucky.
Very profitable.
This is the fundamental reason.
Lack of profit motivation, Western film capital will deliberately finance the filming of various so-called films that smear China when it is full and full. The guidance and control of public opinion is the government's business, not the obligation of capital.
So, the question is again, how to get the award
Western film festivals, or to be more precise, European film festivals, are basically literary and artistic, and are more inclined to various "rebellious and reflective" works. Therefore, it is by no means aimed at anyone. The backwardness and darkness of all countries in the world are gathered together. So looking again, the needs of these film festivals coincide with the characteristics of the sixth generation.
The most solid evidence to support this argument is the development of Chinese films that was pushed back ten years on the timeline.
The node is "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" in 2000 in the original time and space.
Due to the huge success of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" overseas, capital began to shift. In the years that followed, a series of Chinese blockbusters such as "Hero", "The Promise" and "The Night Banquet" were largely targeted at overseas markets, most of which were With the participation of Western film capital.
At the same time, during this period, due to changes in audience demand due to Hollywood blockbusters' global conquests, the literary and artistic film market shrank significantly, and China's sixth generation of filmmakers also declined, with only a few able to barely sustain it.
All in all, if a group of people in this exchange study program can come out, they can be regarded as the sixth generation of China.
Simon's purpose is to use Daenerys' entertainment and even the Westeros system as a capital brand to promote the creation of a group of sixth generations that Simon himself is more willing to see.
In the study of Southampton Manor House.
Simon carefully read the detailed information of all 30 people. These are not the kind of resumes that appear colorful on the surface, but Chen Qing is personally responsible for creating personal information that truly reflects the abilities and backgrounds of everyone.
30 people, according to the original plan, half favors and half talents.
Simon just brushed aside the favors. It was Chen Qing and Jin Shu's job to maintain these connections in the future. Daenerys Entertainment would try its best to make these people complete the gold plating as comfortably as possible. Of course, if there are those who are pursuing advancement, Simon would also like to hear about it.
Among the other 15 key players, two were personally selected by Simon.
Both of them are from the director department of Beijing Film Academy. Since they were selected by Simon, they are naturally the ones they were quite familiar with.
The first one is a former Mongolian director with a black-headed head, who is a junior at Beijing Film Academy this year and nicknamed 523.
Wuersan is one of the most successful commercial film directors in China. He graduated from Beijing Film Academy in the 1990s. It was not until 2010 that he was able to shoot his first film "Sword Laughter". Then he made his debut with "Painted Skin 2", "Looking for the Dragon" Films such as "The Secret" have reached their peak all the way. Although the output is not large, each one is a box office hit and brings huge profits to investors, which is the most rare thing.
In addition, the biggest feature of the 523 film is its excellent art skills. Because he has studied art, many scenes in his film can be directly used as wallpapers.
When Simon was reading the other party's information, he also accidentally discovered that he had many similarities with Zack Snyder, who was still dormant in Hollywood at this time. They both came from a professional background and had excellent art skills. After their debut, they both shot movies for many years. Advertisements and MVs can be called late bloomers. The first movies were made with a small budget and then became a blockbuster.
It's 1997, and Zack Snyder, who is already in his early thirties, still doesn't know where he is. Now that he thinks of it, Simon casually jots down a note on the memo.
Take the time to look for it as another alternative to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Compared with Wu Er San, who was very stable every step after his debut, Zack Snyder's later Hollywood road was full of twists and turns, but there is no doubt about his ability. The key is to use it well.
The second person selected by Simon himself has just completed his senior year of college this year. His surname is Xu. According to the time of his debut, he was also considered a late bloomer. He graduated from college in 1997 and did not film his first movie "Trace of the Japanese Pirates" until 2011. , also became famous in one fell swoop, and subsequently released works such as "Arrowman Liu Baiyuan" and "Master".
This is not a commercial film director. The key reason why he was selected by Simon is that he is in his own way.
In the century-old film history, there are very few filmmakers who can tell whose work it is after seeing it, but Xu succeeded in doing this, even if there are controversies, even if many people insist on disapproving of it, even if the film There are always various bad tastes that the audience loves to see but are criticized and ridiculed by the media, but this does not prevent them from developing a unique film style that is completely their own.
The reason why he cannot be called a master is because he lacks tempering and accumulation.
From the raw "Trace of the Japanese Pirates" to the gradually mature and sharp "Master", it is also one step at a time.
Based on their development potential, Simon's arrangements for the two of them can be described as careful.
Wuersan will be arranged to go to Australia to serve as director assistant to Peter Jackson who is preparing the "Lord of the Rings" series, so that he can become familiar with the detailed operation process of the Hollywood film industry and be trained in the direction of a commercial blockbuster director.
Xu will be sent to Ang Lee. "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" is about to be released, and Ang Lee is already preparing for the new film "The Ice Storm" that Simon had previously shelved. Ang Lee is good at photographing people, which was Xu's major shortcoming. Furthermore, while learning film techniques on the spot, Simon hopes that Xu can be subtly influenced by Ang Lee's film style. The kung fu craze can continue for a few more years. Xu The unique display style of Chinese Kung Fu is also expected to have an impact on Hollywood in the future.
As for others, they are all given very rare practical positions. How much you can learn in the end depends entirely on yourself.
Simon will never ignore them. After all, they are all trained as direct descendants of Jinshu, and they are selected from the best. Wu and Xu only have some advantages in their previous lives. Others who do not have such advantages may not necessarily achieve success in the future. Less than two people.
After finishing this matter and continuing other work, Girl A came in to remind her that over in Manhattan, Irene Lauder was feeling unwell and wanted to see Simon.
Unlike other women, Irene is the most squeamish after pregnancy. After all, she is the eldest lady and it is her first time. Not to mention she has no status. The doctor privately told the girls that they all have signs of prenatal depression. Simon also tried his best to accommodate her and also I thought that if it really doesn't work out in the future, it would be okay to separate, but the child would definitely be his.
Looking at the time, it was already past 11 o'clock. We took a helicopter back to Manhattan. We just happened to have lunch together, so we went to say goodbye to Grace.
Grace didn't have any objections, but Bryce felt weird.
Simon didn't show any politeness anymore, he just pushed Bryce down on the bed and slapped her a few times. He didn't hold back much force and beat the woman to tears before walking away.
Manhattan.
After returning to the United States, Chen Qing immediately threw herself into the endless work. She didn't have much time and could only let Princess Xu, who was following her, move around freely.
Heaven.
It was basically the same as I had imagined, and Princess Xu was no exception.
In fact, Princess Xu has seen a bit of the world. She is also from a big family. In 1992, she was sent to Singapore to participate in cultural exchanges just after graduating from Beijing Film Academy.
However, the experience of that cultural exchange cannot be compared with this one.
Not to mention what I saw and heard in China before, I came to the United States on a private plane, lived in a single-family mansion on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, had a dedicated driver for travel, and was given a credit card casually. I was cautious and unable to control myself. In just three days, more than 10,000 U.S. dollars were collected, but Chen Qing seemed to have spent a dime and received no response.
This kind of life is simply Princess Xu's dream.
So until Saturday, July 19th.
In the evening, she was taken out by Chen Qing for the first time to participate in a social event. It was said that it was in the financial circle. Although Princess Xu didn't know much about it, at the reception, she listened to Chen Qing casually introduce each guest to "Goldman Sachs" and "Morgan" , 'Citi' and other related titles, even if you can only make vases throughout the whole process, by the end of the reception, you still have a feeling of unfinished business.
Because I understand that this is the top circle of the world pyramid. I, a young actor from China, can be greeted politely by the big guys. This is something I would never dare to imagine in the past.
By the time the reception was over, I had made up my mind again.
This time I have to stay no matter what.
After leaving the reception at around ten o'clock, she returned to her residence in the Upper West Side. With the help of the maid, she took off her expensive dress, makeup, and put on a set of home nightgown. Princess Xu went to a living room on the second floor of the villa and Chen Qing is already here. She has also changed out of her dress and is dressed at home. She is leaning on the sofa, flipping through a document and explaining something to the waitress next to her in English.
The weather in summer is getting hotter and hotter. Lin Su no longer lives here, but moved to another manor in Greenwich, not only to escape the summer heat, but also to keep it secret.
Princess Xu walked over lightly and sat down next to Chen Qing. After she finished speaking and the maid left, Princess Xu got closer and felt a small hand touch her waist naturally, pretending to be embarrassed. He twisted and turned sideways and said, "Sister, didn't you say a few days ago, when can we see your boss?"
Chen Qing glanced at her from the corner of her eye: "Have you guessed who the boss is?"
"Of course, I'm not stupid."
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Chen Qing heard this and said: "Then you should know that the boss is not that easy to meet. I haven't seen him in the past few days."
Princess Xu showed an unexpected expression: "What should we do?"
Chen Qing turned to look at her, curled her lips, moved her little hand around Princess Xu's waist, pulled her over, kissed the red lips that were plumper than her own, and then said: "How about you follow me? That’s fine, I can’t wrong you.”
Princess Xu has recently completely adapted to Chen Qing's lace tendencies. She hid the disappointment in her eyes and smiled as naturally as possible with a pair of dimples: "Okay."
After all, it is easy to guess the relationship between Chen Qing and a certain big shot, and the woman in front of her is her biggest support at this time. Princess Xu does not want Chen Qing to be unhappy or afraid.
Chen Qing looked at her a few more times, then suddenly came up with a prank idea and pushed Princess Xu to stand up: "This way, next time you see the boss, you can try to pretend to be me."
Princess Xu stood up and heard what Chen Qing, who was still sitting on the sofa, said. She blinked her eyes before she realized what she was saying. She hesitated and said, "How can this be done?"
"Why not? It's just a joke." Chen Qing became more interested. She simply called a waitress, pointed at the other party and said: "Come on, do as I say, treat Lily as your boss, try it Pounce over, whisper a little, um, just say, 'Boss, I miss you so much'."
Hearing this, Princess Xu looked at Lily Fawell at the door. The waitress who had been with Chen Qing for the longest time was helpless and could only pretend that she was a plastic model in a clothing store and stood there obediently.
Chen Qing urged: "Hurry up and learn my voice as much as possible. Xiaoqing, don't blame me for not reminding you. This is the best way for you to attract the boss's attention in a short time. There are many women around the boss. If you can't Make him interested in you immediately, and maybe forget about it in the blink of an eye.”
When Princess Xu heard what Chen Qing said, she couldn't help but feel excited. She glanced at Lily Fawell again. Facing Chen Qing's repeated urging, she finally walked over and tried to imitate Chen Qing's accent: "Boss, I miss you so much."
Chen Qing watched from the side and shook her head: "No, no, aren't you an actor? I have never seen such a bad actor. I want to pounce on her, hug her, act like a baby, and do it again."
Princess Xu had no choice but to do so.
After all, he graduated from Beijing Film Academy and repeated it several times. During this period, Chen Qing even gave a demonstration in person with great interest. He quickly learned the lesson well, and then he became more and more looking forward to meeting a certain big shot as soon as possible.