After chatting, Sakai Izumi returned to the recording studio to continue his recording, and Ye Zhao also came to the console, put on headphones, and listened to his recording over and over again.

"The feelings of the chorus part seem to be a little out of place, so let's re-record it later. ”

From "Summer Color" to the current "Singer's Love Song", after officially becoming a professional singer, Ye Zhao's most significant change is that the time required to record songs is getting longer and longer.

Of course, this change is definitely a good one. At all times, it is a basic morality to be in awe of one's profession.

At four o'clock in the morning, after the last round of recording, Ye Zhao came to the recording studio of Sakai Spring, and the assistant Miss Imai was waiting outside, and when she saw Ye Zhao, she hurriedly greeted: "Ye Zhaosang." ”

"Is Miss Sakai still recording?" Ye Zhao unconsciously lowered his voice.

"Yes, it's going to take about an hour. ”

"The recording on my side has ended, and I'm going back soon, so I'll ask Miss Imai to help convey it. ”

"Roger. Miss Imai made a naughty salute, and she was completely used to Ye Zhao asking her to help greet her. Since the two of them had the habit of visiting each other's doors, every time Ye Zhao left early, he would come over to inform him, so as not to let the Sakai spring water run away.

"By the way," Ye Zhao handed over the canned coffee in his hand, "This is for Miss Imai, it's hard work." ”

……

Two days later, Yukihiko Tsutsumi called and made an appointment with Ye Zhao to meet at a small bar in Ginza.

At nine o'clock in the evening, after finishing a round of recording, Ye Zhao took a taxi to the place agreed with Yukihiko Tsutsumi. There was only a long row of bars that could seat about a dozen people, and the pitch-black countertops and chairs looked quite old. Tsutsumi Yukihiko asked for whiskey on the rocks, Ye Zhao ordered brandy, drank wine, and the two chatted a few words about daily life such as the weather, and then slowly turned to the topic.

"Ye Jun, after I brought the script back, I read it overnight. After that, I watched it twice again, and it was really interesting. "This is not so much a youth film as a reflection of society." And one thing that I think is incredible, although it is a multi-line parallel group drama, it doesn't have that kind of messy feeling at all, and even ......," Tsutsumi Yukihiko thought about, "It's even like there's a flowing picture in front of me, I can't believe it's from an inexperienced newcomer." ”

Ye Zhao smiled implicitly and did not answer.

"However, it would be a pity for me to just write such an interesting script and do nothing. At this time, Tsutsumi Yukihiko proposed, "If Ye Jun is interested, do you want to send the script to NTV? Now TV stations are seizing the film market, and NTV also invests in a lot of movies every year, it just so happens that Ye Jun has been cooperating with NTV more frequently recently, and this book is so good, it should be favored." ”

"Tysang, actually, I plan to invest in this film myself. ”

Tsutsumi Yukihiko's face was undisguised surprise, "Ye Jun, are you sure you're not joking?" Although it seems that this movie is indeed not a big production now, this theme, if it is filmed well, may win any awards, but the risk to be taken at the box office is really too great. Especially for a cross-border newcomer like you, once the investment fails, it is not only as simple as losing your funds, but you will also bear considerable doubts for a long time. So, I suggest you'd better think again. ”

"It is unbelievable for a singer to suddenly want to make a crossover movie, and if he wants to get sponsorship, it will probably be ten times more difficult than others. Such "all-rounders" may be noticeable in other countries, but for the conservative Japanese, investing in laymen is a loss-making business that does not meet their prudent standards.

"And even if I send this script to NTV and they agree to invest in me, the risk I have to take is really reduced, but what is left for me in this film? Making a movie is still a mystery to me, and I want to unravel that mystery and get closer to the very core of it. So I had to make a movie in my heart with the greatest freedom, not just a bare script. ”

"Ye Jun, you are really ......" Tsutsumi Yukihiko pondered for a moment and said with a wry smile: "It's really like what you said, your body is full of uneasiness." ”

"There is a good saying, 'Instead of buying the peace of mind of a pig, it is better to carry the anxiety of a wolf', anxiety brings vitality, and vitality brings infinite possibilities, doesn't it?" Ye Zhao joked indifferently.

Ye Zhao's words fell into the ears of others, and most of them would classify him as a risk-taker who likes to speculate in a derogatory manner, but the wonderful thing is that Tsutsumi Yukihiko is also a director who is not very peaceful, otherwise, he would not have discussed the feasibility of this script with Ye Zhao so seriously.

After thinking about it, Tsutsumi Yukihiko asked as if confirmed: "Ye Jun really plans to invest in movies by himself?"

"Yes. Ye Zhao immediately replied.

"If that's the case," Tsutsumi's expression became serious, "then in terms of the selection of the director of the movie, can I direct it?" After reading this script, Tsutsumi Yukihiko was deeply attracted, and at this moment, he didn't care about the difference between the seniors between the two, and asked directly and frankly.

In the face of Tsutsumi's request, Ye Zhao did not answer "yes" or "no", and did not even say "think about it", but asked: "Is Tsutsusang's willingness to be only an executor?"

"What do you mean?" Tsutsumi Yukihiko was a little puzzled.

"I had a complete idea for the film from start to finish, from shooting to post-editing, and I can even say that now the whole flowing picture of this script exists in my mind, and I want to control everything about this film from start to finish, which is one of the reasons why I am willing to invest in it myself. So, what I needed was a director who could help me and work with me to make the picture in my head. ”

Ye Zhao took a sip of brandy, "As a director, Tysang also has the pride of being a director, if you don't make this matter clear, it will be too rude for Tysang." So, is Tysan willing to give up his style and just be an enforcer of my will?"

"This ......," Tsutsumi hesitated.

"So, let's ask Tysang to think about it. Ye Zhao suggested.

Next, the two refilled two glasses together, Ye Zhao looked at his watch, it was already past eleven o'clock in the night, "It's almost time, Tysang ......"

Walking out of the small bar, Tisang suddenly proposed, "Can Ye Jun tell me the picture that flows in your head?" If this idea sounds feasible to me, I am willing to be the executor." ”

Yukihiko Tsutsumi is a late-blooming director, and it wasn't until he filmed the theatrical version of "Kanedaichi Juvenile Incident Book" that he made a name for himself. But before that, all he could get into was this kind of low-cost comic drama, or a bad film made with a pitiful amount of money and under the direction of the production committee.

Now, since he has encountered a favorite script, Ye Zhao wants to invest himself without worrying about funds at all, and Tsutsumi Yukihiko also wants to seize this rare opportunity. This is also the right time when he is still unknown.,In a few years.,If you hear such a domineering condition.,I'm afraid no matter how good the book is, it's going to be avoided.。

"In that case, Tysang, shall we find a place to renew the stall?"

"Well, there's no need to drink, find a quiet place and let's have a good discussion. ”

……

In the karaoke box in Akasaka, Ye Zhao told Yukihiko Tsutsumi about the picture of "I Heard that Kirishima is going to retire" in his mind in the form of dictation, and the dictation of the existing picture is much easier than imagined, so the expression is more clear. After listening carefully to Ye Zhao's idea, Tsutsumi Yukihiko nodded, "It's very interesting." If it is shot like this, I think it should become a movie with a good reputation, but this theme is not the kind of theme suitable for all ages, so it is difficult to say how bright it will be in terms of box office, and it is good to be able to equalize ordinary pure love and campus films. ”

"How much does Tysang think this film will cost?"

Yukihiko Tsutsumi thought for a moment, "Why do you have to spend 100 million yen? Although there are no big scenes, it will not cost a lot of money, but it is also a lot of expenses in terms of the salaries of technicians and actors such as gaffers and cameramen, and since it is a theme set in a school, a large number of group performances and school locations are also indispensable." ”

"100 million yen...... Even if it is calculated according to the simplest and crude production cost of three times, it will have to pay for it at the box office of more than 300 million yen. Ye Zhao, who has not yet been in contact with this aspect, can only make a rough calculation in his heart.

"What, do you feel the pressure?"

"Of course, the pressure is there all the time. ”

"It's still too late to regret it, anyway, everything is still just on paper. ”

"How can you regret it? If you regret it, then what have all your efforts made now?" Ye Zhao smiled, "Moreover, life is originally plus or minus 50 percent." After speaking, he brought the topic back to the movie, "Needless to say, on the technical side, we must use experienced veterans, and as for the actors, I plan to use all newcomers." ”

"All new people?"

Ye Zhao nodded, "It doesn't have to be a complete blank resume, as long as one or two of the characters are a little famous, I am ready to put the goal of the audition meeting on the newcomers of various firms." So in terms of salary, there shouldn't be a lot of pressure. ”

"Actually, about Maeda-kun's actor candidates, I think of someone. Tsutsumi Yukihiko said, "Don't Ye Jun think that Gangjun can be qualified for this role? Needless to say, his acting skills are idols, but they will not be prejudiced at all, and in terms of age, he can almost match Maeda-kun." ”

"Even if you don't mention the current popularity and character difference of Gangjun, Genesys is willing to let such a famous artist participate in the performance of a small-budget movie," Ye Zhao showed a subtle smile, "Tysang, a shining idol in reality, to play a ridiculous wastewood, no matter how you think about it, I feel a little ironic." As long as I saw Gangjun's face, I thought, 'Ah, how could such a guy be unpopular.'" ”

"That being said, you can't use a person who describes obscenity as the main character, can you?" questioned Yukihiko Tsutsumi.

"Not necessarily. As long as the temperament is a little more simple and the acting skills are solid, it would be good. Ye Zhao said, "As for the actual location of the school, it is not necessarily in the vicinity of Tokyo, even if it is a slightly remote place on the edge of the Kanto area, it would be great if you could get help from the school club." Moreover, since it is a story set in a community, if there is talent in this aspect in the selection of actors, it can also be given priority. ”

"By the way, although Ye Jun plans to be wholly owned, I still suggest that you negotiate with NTV. "Television stations have a natural advantage when they enter the film industry, they have a well-developed sound studio and a large number of experienced technicians, so it will definitely be beneficial to have NTV's help." Although these things are no problem in entrusting film production companies and leasing their equipment and technicians, since Ye Jun has a cooperative relationship with NTV, it will be beneficial in terms of negotiating specific details. ”

"That's right, anyway, I have to seek help in this regard, and it's better to ask the more familiar NTV. Ye Zhao pointed at himself and looked at Tsutsumi Yukihiko again, "Not only me, but Tysang and NTV are also very familiar." ”

"Moreover, if you can get the assistance of NTV, after the film is completed, a series of publicity before and after the release will be very guaranteed, maybe even those ace variety shows can be on again. When Yukihiko Tsutsumi said this, he couldn't help but laugh and said, "Now that I'm saying these things, I'm like an impractical teenager." ”

"Isn't this very good, even if you are a little older, you must always have a heart that loves to dream. Moreover, although this film has a bit of an 'anti-youth film' flavor, its main purpose is definitely not to illustrate a futile rebellion, so it is also a good thing to make it with a little unrealistic teenage heart. ”