Zhu Mei is indeed in trouble.
Several film and television companies she had worked with before did not agree to her filming plan.
The main conflict still centers on the choice of actors.
The configuration of Chen Qian, Shen Huan, Han Donger, and Xu Dong simply cannot attract movie fans.
Even though Han Donger has many fans, most of them are fans, and they still have a negative attitude towards Han Donger's acting skills.
Therefore, the film and television companies felt that this configuration was completely inferior to the combination of Cao Nihui and Buyiyi.
They all told Zhu Mei that if Cao Nihui and Buyiyi agreed to participate, they would be able to provide the production cost of 10 million or more.
But if there are so many people starring now, they won't think highly of "Love Letter", and they won't dare to waste money on it.
Even if it's two to three million, he won't pay.
Zhu Mei also used her connections in Shanghai Opera, but in the end, even the wealthy Xuanwu Film rejected her - you know, the boss of Xuanwu Film graduated from Shanghai Opera, and its headquarters is in Lin'an, and all its funds come from Bosses in Jiangsu and Zhejiang.
Besides, the movie "Paper Kite" was produced by Xuanwu Film!
As such, none of our own people are willing to accept the production of "Love Letter". You can only imagine what other people's attitudes will be.
That's not all. Just when Zhu Mei was in a state of panic, Xu Dong's agent suddenly called and said that Xu Dong had fallen down the stairs and injured his leg. He had to rest for a few months, so he didn't play "Love Letter". Way to star.
Xu Dong signed an actor contract. If he breaks the contract and does not appear in "Love Letter", he will need to pay compensation.
His salary is 300,000 yuan. Although he has not received a penny yet, according to the contract, he needs to pay 300,000 yuan to Zhu Mei.
Xu Dong's agent was very cheerful. He made a call in the morning and the money arrived in the afternoon.
Zhu Mei sat in the backyard of the small noodle shop and said to Shen Huan with a wry smile, "I didn't expect that I couldn't find the funds everywhere, but Xu Dong contributed 300,000!"
Shen Huan shook his head, "Aunt Mei, this money does not necessarily belong to Xu Dong."
"Oh?" Zhu Mei was surprised.
"Xu Dong's withdrawal was a bit hasty and unreasonable." Shen Huan said, "And his breakup fee came so readily. I think the money should have been paid by the person who encouraged him to break the contract."
"He is just a small actor, how could anyone be willing to put in so much effort?" Ding Lun asked.
"You don't need to hide it, isn't it Xie Yang?" Shi Liyou sneered, "He must have given more than this. Xu Dong either got a role in a drama, or got a favor fee... maybe both. All.”
Everyone is not stupid. After Shen Huan's reminder, they immediately felt the pulse of the matter clearly.
"Needless to mention him, we can find someone else for his role. There are so many good actors in China, so don't be afraid." Zhu Mei is not worried about this, "The key now is that we can't find the money. What do you think we should do?" "
"I really had no choice. I asked many people I knew to get information, but no film company was willing to come forward." Ding Lun sighed, "We say that our Shanghai Opera is one of the three major universities, but really When something goes wrong, where is the power of capital? Let alone a super giant like Daqi Entertainment."
"Xie Yang is nothing! Is toy entertainment worth his efforts?" Shi Liyou frowned and had a headache.
"It's not just a matter of toy entertainment." Shen Huan said, "That's how it is in the entertainment industry. Either you follow the popular ones or support the unfavorable ones. They happen to have "Flying Youth" to get ahead, so if they step on us, they will win. Speaking of which Go ahead, this is still a battle of interests."
"Then don't I want to thank Xie Yang for looking up to us?" Zhu Mei smiled brightly.
"Hey, Xiao Huan, you have never been in the entertainment industry, how can you see so clearly?" Ding Lun said in surprise. He was simply amazed by Shen Huan's analysis just now.
"The more you see it, the more you will understand it." Shen Huan explained calmly.
He would not tell these people that in another world, fighting like this between you and me is simply too common, and there are things that are more exciting and crazier.
"I say, you don't need to be so nervous." Shui Qingshan, who had been silent for a long time, now said: "The issue of money is difficult to say and easy to say... but it is not the most important thing at all."
"You can't start work without money. How can you say it's not the most important thing?" Ding Lun said with a wry smile, "Brother Shan, what else is more important?"
"I calculated it and found that the production cost this time is actually very low." Shui Qingshan said, "The first heroine Chen Qian only asked for 500,000. Now we have Xu Dong's compensation of 300,000, which is equivalent to only giving her 200,000. . Han Dong'er's is 500,000, Xiao Huan, just take the dividends - if you can make money! The rest of the people are Amei's old base, everyone saves a little, plus all the production costs, it will not exceed 300 Ten thousand."
After a pause, Shui Qingshan added: "If you really can't find investors, I can provide this money."
"It doesn't cost 3 million." Shen Huan said thoughtfully, "If Han Dong'er hasn't called after today, we can persuade her to change to the same dividend contract as me. If she regrets it, then we can do the same. Earn 500,000."
A few people immediately understood.
If Han Donger regrets it, she will naturally pay liquidated damages like Xu Dong.
If Han Donger doesn't regret it, it proves that she has a good character and is not filming for money at all.
In this way, whether she gets 500,000 or dividends is actually not that important.
"Wow, Xiao Huan, you are really a capitalist, you are so thrifty!" Shi Liyou gave a thumbs up in admiration.
Shui Qianyu understood Shen Huan best. She rolled her eyes at Shi Liyou and said, "Uncle Shi, don't talk nonsense! This drama will definitely make money, so Shen Huan is giving her fame and fortune!"
Everyone, including Shui Qingshan, burst into laughter.
Girls are outgoing!
"If you calculate it this way, the money is really not much." Ding Lun nodded and agreed with Shui Qingshan, but he still asked curiously: "Brother Shan, what is the most difficult thing?"
"Of course it's released!" Shui Qingshan said, "With their current attitude, even if we produce the movie, how can we release it? If a literary film does not have strong distribution capabilities, it will not be able to be released on a large scale. It’s too difficult to release! If we can’t handle the release, the production of “Love Letter” can be stopped!”
When he said this, everyone's expressions changed.
Especially Zhu Mei couldn't help but sigh heavily.
Originally, she expected Xuanwu Film to take action, so that with his status as the number one second-tier film company, he could get more than 500 screens in at least 20 or 30 cities in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai, and at least the basic base would be there.
It's a pity that Xuanwu Movie insists on starring Cao Nihui and Buyiyi, otherwise there will be no discussion.
For a moment, Shen Huan wondered if she could give in, at least bring in Buyiyi's.
But when she thought of Han Donger's pure and flawless face, Shen Huan felt that she couldn't do it.
This is the perfect candidate for the female Fang Shu in "Love Letter" that she had chosen at first sight!
If you can't choose a heroine according to your own wishes when making a movie, then what's the point
When a movie completely surrenders to capital, it is definitely not a good thing to make people happy!
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