Wang Tianlin saw that his two proud apprentices and his son were all contemplative by what Chen Jie said. So he asked

"Applejack, what do you think makes a good movie?"

After listening to Wang Tianlin's words, the three of them all looked at Chen Jie, expecting Chen Jie to give them a satisfactory answer.

"It's actually quite simple. Let's pay more attention to the Oscars. Chen Jie said.

Everyone didn't expect Chen Jie to be this answer, and they all froze, isn't this the same as what he said about blindly fighting others. looked at Chen Jie puzzled.

Chen Jie said with a smile

"I don't know if you have noticed that there is a phenomenon in the previous Academy Awards for Best Picture, and every time the film that wins the award does not make investors lose money. I think this is a prerequisite for evaluating whether a film is successful or not. The box office of the movie can not be a big sell, but it will definitely not let investors lose money, although it makes a little less, but it is understandable that it also takes into account the artistry of the movie. As far as our current movies are concerned, we should form our own artistic style on the basis of ensuring that the film does not lose money. Such a film is a successful one. In the same way, if a director can't even recover the cost of the film, and only blindly pursues art, then I think such a director is a failed director. Chen Jie said.

Chen Jie's words were like opening a window for Lin Lingdong and Du Qifeng. It broadened the horizons of the two. Wang Jing didn't think about it so much, he was still thinking about what Chen Jie said about the business director.

"Applejack, how do you say a commercial director should grasp the market?" Wang Jing asked.

"There are three kinds of people among them, the first kind of commercial director is common in Hong Kong, that is, the director who follows the trend, and he will immediately follow the trend to make a film when the movie is popular, such a director has high requirements for shooting speed, because the bigger the market is seized after the filming is almost completed. The second type of commercial director is relatively rare, and they can make their own films to attract audiences, because they are always half a step faster than others. There is a good saying, half a step fast is a genius, one step faster is a madman, and directors of this kind of casual are relatively talented. The last type of commercial director is the most talented in my opinion, they can remake some old films, but they are new ones for old films. can make the audience have a different feeling, this kind of director is the last talent. Chen Jie said.

"I can understand the first two points you said, can the last kind of director really work? If the remake of an old movie is not done well, it will cause the audience to scold. Wang Jing said.

"Brother Xiang, you didn't understand what I meant, let me give you an example. Take Huang Feihong as an example, I believe everyone has seen it. If I were to shoot Wong Fei Hung, I would sublimate the martial arts shots. Let the audience enjoy watching it, in addition, I will not be limited to the chivalry of hoeing the strong and helping the weak, but will sublimate Huang Feihong's chivalry into national righteousness. After adding a little bit of funny footage to it, I believe that such Wong Fei Hung will definitely be popular with the audience. Chen Jie said.

Chen Jie's words shocked Du Qifeng and the three of them. This is the first time they've heard of this remake so far. But I have to say that Chen Jie's idea is very novel.

"So I can also arrange Wong Fei Hung as a comedy, after all, there is a market for comedy movies in Hong Kong now." Wang Jing returned to the country and said.

"yes, it's like our 'Night Supermarket' can also be turned into a crime movie. Although the box office may not be too high, it is basically no problem to make money. Chen Jie said.

When Chen Jie said this, even Du Qifeng and Lin Lingdong were dazzled.

"Applejack, you're a genius, you were born to eat movies. Applejack, did you think about being a director? Wang Tianlin said.

"I'm a director myself!" Chen Jie looked at Wang Tianlin with some surprise and said.

"Yes, you have a good grasp of the market, and you are able to create your own storyboard scripts. I think it's okay for you to be a director yourself. It just so happens that your company is now just you. Can you form a crew and start the play by yourself? Wang Tianlin said.

It's not that Chen Jie hasn't thought about being a director himself, but in his mind, it's not now, after all, he has never had the experience of being a director and needs to learn for a while. Gain some experience and start your own play. originally wanted Wang Jing to help him, but in terms of filming speed, there is no faster than Wang Jing in Hong Kong.

"Uncle Tianlin, it's not that I didn't want to be a director myself, but unfortunately I basically don't have much experience, and I need to get familiar with a few crews. Originally, I wanted Brother Xiang to come over and help me accumulate some experience by the way. It's a pity that Shaw Brothers won't let people go. Chen Jie said.

Wang Tianlin looked at Chen Jie and said solemnly, "Ajie, if you can trust me, I will recommend someone to you." ”

"Uncle Tianlin, what are you talking about, if it weren't for your support, I wouldn't have been able to enter the film industry at all. I can't trust the people you always recommend. Chen Jie said.

"This person is Adong." Wang Tianlin said.

Chen Jie and Lin Lingdong were stunned when they heard Wang Tianlin's words. Chen Jie thought of Lin Lingdong's well-known movies, and the most impressive thing was "Prison Storm", and the "Light of Friendship" he sang was from this movie. If Lin Lingdong can join his company, Chen Jie will definitely pick up a big bargain.

Lin Lingdong was stunned because he didn't expect Wang Tianlin to recommend him. I had just returned from Canada. I don't have a job yet. Wang Tianlin took care of himself so much, and couldn't help but feel a little grateful in his heart.

"Ah Dong is my apprentice, he learned a lot from me in his early years, worked as a director in Jiayi for a few years, and later went to Canada for further study. Not long after returning to Hong Kong, with my understanding of Ah Dong, his current directing skills are absolutely first-class in Hong Kong. If you have a good experience for a few years, it is not difficult to become a first-class director. Wang Tianlin said.

"Since Uncle Tianlin said so, I also believe in Brother Dong, if Brother Dong can join our Longteng, it is an honor for our company." Chen Jie said.

Lin Lingdong hesitated at this time, originally he wanted to go to Xinyi City. But at this time, he didn't want to refuse the kindness of his teacher. In addition, even if he joins Xinyicheng, he doesn't know how many years it will take to get through. Chen Jie's company is different. But thinking of Chen Jie, the company is completely a leather bag at this time, and he is the only one in the whole company. Lin Lingdong hesitated.

"Adong, you heard Applejack too. What I'm going to tell you is that Applejack is the best screenwriter in Hong Kong. In addition, Applejack is the boss who can cover the film market the most. The most important thing is that he is the most suitable company for your development, and no company will let you take the lead as soon as you sign it. After all, you've been in Canada for a few years, and only Applejack dares to let you take the lead directly. Wang Tianlin said.

Wang Tianlin's last sentence really said that Lin Lingdong was in his heart. Wang Tianlin is right, he has been away from Hong Kong for so many years, and not every boss can give him the opportunity to take charge of the tube.

"Adong, what are you still thinking? I'm going to Applejack if I'm a free man. This opportunity doesn't come every day," Du Qifeng said.

"If Brother Dong agrees, I just have a script in my hand, a low-budget comedy. We can plan for the crew to start up after the year. Chen Jie said.

When Lin Lingdong heard Chen Jie say this, he said in front of him: "Okay, since Ajie, you think so highly of me, I don't agree, it's a little not a promotion." I agreed to join your company. ”

Chen Jie heard Lin Lingdong agree, and said happily, "Congratulations, Brother Dong, you are the first director of our Longteng Entertainment Film Company." ”

"Ah Dong is cheap to you, originally this first director should be mine, but it's a pity that Shaw Brothers won't let me go." Wang Jing said.

Lin Lingdong smiled and said, "Let's not talk about that, I'm very interested in Applejack's script, can Applejack tell me about the script?" ”

"Hehe, Brother Dong, I don't know if you have watched "The Five Lucky Stars"?" Chen Jie sold a pass.

"Of course, this movie is really good, and it is a rare commercial film in Hong Kong in recent years. Could it be that Applejack, your script is a sequel to "Five Lucky Stars"! It's not a cost. Lin Lingdong said in surprise.

"Of course, it's not a sequel to "Five Lucky Stars", for the series of movies "Five Lucky Stars", no one in Hong Kong can shoot the essence except for Brother Sanmao. I'm talking about a low-budget movie, imagine the exhaust pipe and curly hair as a cop to catch a thief shouldn't be funny! Chen Jie said.