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Chapter 40 Yu Dong in Action

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*Slap slap slap...*

The speaker finished speaking, and applause followed.

Fang Yi's heart pounded, and he couldn't calm down for a long time after sitting down.

No prospects!

It's just a meeting. Even if it's high-level, what's there to be afraid of? Are you going to eat me?

Fang Yi complained again, but this time it was about himself.

As time went on, the meeting drew to a close.

After he finished speaking, the deputy leader of the propaganda department smiled and shifted his gaze to the actors in the third and fourth rows.

Among the directors, several secretly lamented their loss.

Feng Xiaogang lowered his eyes and scribbled in his notebook, his thoughts unreadable.

Lu Chuan looked indignant, with a hint of grievance, and cursed inwardly!

Who does Fang Yi think he is!

Did his film win any awards? And why did the leadership make him the third spokesperson in the director lineup?

Jia Zhangke, on the other hand, was much more relaxed, leaning back in his chair with a playful attitude.

What's the point of speaking up? How long will the leader remember you? They might think you're a talent in the meeting today, but they'll probably forget about you the moment they turn around.

Han Sanpin is right. Setting sail and making money from foreigners is the right thing to do.

Which of Jia Zhangke's films didn't earn US dollars?

Although he only earned royalties, which weren't much, little by little, his contributions to Chinese-language films eventually became apparent to his superiors.

He's an independent filmmaker!

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The meeting concluded at 11:30.

The optoelectronics team prepared lunch, and a group of people walked out of the conference room in twos and threes and headed to the optoelectronics canteen.

Young people walk fast, and Fang Yi unknowingly arrived in front of the directors' group, walking alongside Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, and Feng Xiaogang, half a step behind them.

Seeing this, Lu Chuan behind him scoffed, "Trying to attract attention!"

Just then, Jia Zhangke overheard his dissatisfaction, shook his head inwardly, and strode over to Ning Hao.

"Haozi, is your movie almost finished filming?"

As soon as he said this, many people stopped and looked over.

The seniors had a good impression of Ning Hao and were optimistic about his future. Seeing that he had finally made it, they couldn't help but nod in approval.

"It'll be soon, in about a month..."

Ning Hao responded in a low voice. Under the gaze of a group of people, a shy smile unconsciously appeared on his rugged face, making him look like an honest man.

Go ahead and pretend all you want!

Seeing Ning Hao's smile, Lu Chuan's anger flared up.

"Director Fang, I've seen your 'Sniper Phone Booth,' it's well-made."

Just then, Chen Kaige's voice came from ahead.

A group of directors let Ning Hao go, walking along while listening to Lao Chen's insightful advice.

That's right, everyone understands.

Old Chen is going to show off again!

Ahead, Fang Yi slowed his pace and smiled slightly: "This time, as a director, I was not well prepared and did not achieve perfection."

His humble words seemed like he was deliberately giving Chen Kai a platform.

Old Chen nodded slightly, agreeing, and said, "You have a talent for weaving together human nature, morality, life, and death. If you can delve deeper, you have a good chance of winning an award."

"Actually, the film could incorporate the concepts of inherent goodness and evil in human nature. The good and evil thoughts of the protagonist, the assassin, and the protagonist's wife are worth exploring in depth."

Fang Yi moved his lips, suppressing the urge to refute.

Old Chen's first few sentences truly demonstrated his mastery, pinpointing the essence of the film.

He disagreed with what followed!

With a total runtime of less than 90 minutes, what's the point of digging deeper?

This is a suspense film, not an arthouse film.

Beside him, Zhang Yimou listened to Chen's ideas and pondered whether these elements could be incorporated into "Sniper Phone Booth".

The result is that it is not allowed!

He also watched the movie, several times. The plot twists were too many and the pace was too fast.

Once deep thought and analysis are introduced, the film's rhythm will inevitably be disrupted, and the audience's senses will be fragmented.

As for whether human nature is inherently good or evil, Zhang Yimou lets it go in one ear and out the other.

He had known Lao Chen for many years, so he knew perfectly well that this guy's "artsy syndrome" had flared up again, and he was caught in a struggle with his own inner conflict.

Zhang Yimou was very interested in Fang Yi's creative philosophy, and after Lao Chen finished speaking, he also joined the conversation.

Two adults and one child walked ahead of the group, chatting all the way to the optoelectronics cafeteria.

Upon arriving at the cafeteria, Chen Kai invited Fang Yi to attend the premiere of "The Promise" when he had time, and then waved goodbye.

He had the air of a superior person.

"Director Fang, let's talk more about the creative process when you have time."

Zhang Yimou, still feeling unsatisfied, patted Fang Yi on the shoulder, offered a few words of encouragement, and then left.

Fang Yi glanced at it a few times, then sat down next to Ning Hao.

Just as he was about to speak, he saw Chen Ran from China Film Group and Yu Dong from Bona Film Group walking towards him from different directions.

"Director Chen, General Manager Yu!"

"Haha, Director Fang, Director Ning, you don't mind sharing a table with Lao Yu, do you?"

Yu Dong smiled like Maitreya Buddha and plopped down next to Fang Yi.

"Not at all, Mr. Yu, please, Director Chen."

You can't hit someone who's smiling, especially when it's two important people who have come.

The dining tables in the optoelectronics canteen are small round tables, which can seat three to five people or seven to eight people.

The four people sat together, each occupying a different spot.

In the distance, Wang Zhongjun sat with Han Sanping and several other leaders, their smiles unchanged, but inwardly cursing.

Damn it, Fatty Yu, you've got some nerve, daring to poach my guy right to my face!

Wang Zhongjun could guess with his toes why Yu Dong had eagerly gone to sit at the same table with Fang Yi.

And Chen Ran, that woman isn't a good person either!

hiss...

Could it be that Chairman Han instructed this?

Wang Zhongjun's heart skipped a beat. He glanced at Han Sanping without making it obvious, and at the same time, he made up his mind to go back and have a talk with Fang Yi.

We need to finalize the plan for the second film as soon as possible, lest someone else snatch away Huayi Brothers' "treasure trove".

Wang Zhongjun's guess was correct.

At the dinner table, Yu Dong and Chen Ran both spoke up.

The former detailed Bona's advantages, clearly indicating an intention to poach talent.

The latter was more direct, asking Fang Yi when his second film would start, as China Film Group wanted to invest in it.

"Director Fang, an excellent director is never limited to one person's opinion. What Huayi can give Director Fang, Bona can give even more."

"And Director Ning, just come to me if you need investment in the future."

Yu Dong picked up his juice, clinked glasses with the three of them, and downed it in one gulp.

What brand of juice is it? It tastes pretty good.

"Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Yu. I am not planning to leave Huayi for the time being, and I look forward to cooperating with you in the future."

Fang Yi politely declined, aiming to avoid offending anyone while maintaining a slightly friendly demeanor.

tell you later.

"No problem, no problem. Bona Film Group's doors are always open to Director Fang."

Yu Dong smiled as usual, got up to say goodbye, and showed no dissatisfaction with his rejection. On the contrary, he thought there was a good chance of poaching him.

Today was just the initial contact, to leave a good impression on each other; the real deal is yet to come.

After Yu Dong left, Fang Yi looked at Chen Ran, who had been waiting, and said with a smile, "Director Chen, if China Film Group really wants to participate in my second film, they can talk to Hua Yi directly."

"Great, Director Fang is so generous!"

"Come, let me toast Director Fang alone."

Chen Ran's eyes narrowed, she understood the implication, and she smiled as she raised the juice.

"Together, together."

Fang Yi pulled Ning Hao along, and the three of them clinked glasses with juice.

Then, the three of them ate and chatted, talking about the meeting they had just attended, the movie, and then about some oddballs.

Despite being a government employee, Chen Ran's gossipy nature is naturally strong. She knows all the inside stories and scandals about celebrities like the back of her hand, which greatly shocked Fang Yi.

"Director Fang, see you at the celebration banquet."

After the meal, Chen Ran said goodbye and swayed away.

As soon as she left, Ning Hao put down his chopsticks and sighed.

"Sigh, comparing people is a recipe for disaster, comparing goods is a recipe for disaster!"

"Yi Zi, you became an overnight sensation with just one movie, becoming a guest of honor for big shots. Unlike me, I struggle to get investment, and nobody pays any attention to me."

Screw you!

You're the one who's ascending to heaven!

Fang Yi laughed in exasperation, swallowed the last bite of rice, shook his head, and gave the devastated Ning Hao a dose of inspirational wisdom.

"What's the rush? Just make a good film of 'Crazy Stone,' and you'll have bread, cars, and beautiful women all you need."

As the old saying goes, "Heaven will entrust great responsibilities to those who are capable of it."

"Haozi, you must be strong...you must try your best!"