Chapter 61: The Crazy Stone
When he heard Ma Dong mention the name Ning Hao, and then thought of this point in time, Liu La's heart couldn't help but feel excited.
He hurriedly lowered his head and opened the script in his hand, and sure enough, the name of the script was written on the inside page, as Liu La expected, five big words "Crazy Stone".
For this masterpiece that has won numerous awards and praises, and has brought out several big actors, screenwriters, and directors, Liu La is really familiar with it.
In his previous life, the school had rehearsed the drama version of this movie, and Liu La also played a role in it, at that time, he had to play this film several times a day, and Liu La had already remembered the plot and dialogue in it.
Liu La remembered that the final box office results of this film should be not bad, with a cost of less than 3 million, it won more than 20 million box office, so that the producer Hua Zier also made a small profit.
Don't underestimate more than 20 million, as a film without any big stars joining, this result is already very good. You must know that the biggest star in the play at that time was Xu Zheng, who was at a low point in those two years. And the rest of Huang Bo and others were still in the stage of being unknown and unknown back then.
And when this film was released, it happened to coincide with the World Cup, which was the lowest month in record since the beginning of 2,000 years.
Even if it caught up with such harsh conditions, this "Crazy Stone" finally ranked ninth in the box office list that year. However, the amount of his investment is far from the top 50, with a net profit of more than 15 million, which is difficult for many films with box office revenues of more than 100 million yuan, because their investment is often higher than their income, and they can only rely on the DVD market to recoup their costs......
Liu La read the script carefully from beginning to end, although he couldn't be more familiar with the content in it, but when he saw these jokes again, Liu La couldn't help but laugh.
The script is not a novel, it is relatively thin, and soon, Liu La finished reading the entire script. And the plot and dialogue in the script are not much different from what he remembers.
Liu La gently put the script on the table, and then said to Ma Dong: "Uncle Ma, you inform the director, I took this book." ”
"Huh?" Hearing Liu La's words, Ma Dong was taken aback. From the moment Liu Spicy read the script just now, he laughed again and again, and Ma Dong felt that this might be done. But he never expected that Liu La would agree so happily.
Ma Dong was a little confused: "Why did you take it?" Why don't you ask what role you're playing? No matter how bad it is, you have to ask how much the salary is? ”
Liu La smiled: "Hey, I didn't think about it so much, I just think this script is very interesting, the characters in it are very distinct, I like them all, let me play anything." As for the salary or something, it will be according to the market price, if the money is not enough, it is nothing. ”
Hearing Liu La's words, Ma Dong's heart suddenly became even more bottomless.
He looked at Liu La seriously: "Lazi, you won't agree to this because of my relationship, right?" I told you that we can't do this, work is work, relatives are relatives, don't make a mistake, not to mention that this is not my business, just my friend. ”
"Uncle Pony, where do you want to go! It's not what you think.,I just like this book.,I want to play a role.,There's really no other reason.。 Liu Ra also replied seriously.
As soon as Liu La said this, Ma Dong could be regarded as dispelling his worries. He asked Liu La: "If you really agree to act, then I can call Ning Hao?" As for the specific role, salary, etc., the two of you will talk about it yourself. ”
Liu La nodded: "Cheng, you fight." ”
Hearing what he said, Ma Dong also nodded, didn't squeak, took out his mobile phone and dialed a number.
Soon, after a few rings, the phone was picked up on the other side. "Hey, Brother Ma, what's wrong, what's wrong with me? By the way, I'll ask you about that, did you help me ask? This is a thick and slightly hoarse voice, with a good refreshment and joy in the voice, as soon as I hear this movement, the image of a northern man with a scruffy beard and informality suddenly jumps into my mind.
Ma Dong smiled: "What else can I do with you?" Isn't that what it is? You've been calling me several times a day, urging me endlessly, how dare I not do it for you? No, I'm by Liu La's side now, I also told him about it, and he has read the script. ”
"Yo, then what did he say, do you agree?" Ning Hao hurriedly asked.
"This ......" Ma Dong stretched out his voice and sold a pass.
"Don't come here and that, what the hell is going on?" Ning Hao was anxious enough.
"Of course I agreed, as soon as your brother and I make a move, can there be anything that can't be done?" After selling enough, Ma Dong finally gave an answer.
"Haha, really, that's great! I'll treat you to dinner when I get back to Beijing. As soon as he heard this, Ning Hao was happy.
Ma Dong said again: "Now that Lazi is by my side, I'll give him the phone, and you two can talk about it yourself." But I'll tell you first, this is my junior, my world friend, you called me over and over again in vain, I just came to him, and the people agreed to save face, you can't treat him badly. ”
"Don't worry, you don't know who I am, don't you? I've been cheated in my life, and I've never been cheated before. Ning Hao hurriedly replied.
Hearing what he said, Ma Dongle said: "Cheng, I am relieved to have your guarantee." I don't care about you, you can talk to Liu Ra and the two of you. As he spoke, he handed the phone to Liu La.
Liu La took it: "Hey, hello Ning Dao, I'm Liu La." ”
Ning Hao also hurriedly spoke: "Hey, hello Mr. Liu, I'm Ning Hao." I heard Brother Ma say that you have already read the script, then I will be open and honest, I am looking for you to hope that you can play the role of the international thief Mike in it, do you think it is okay? Or if there are any requirements, we can also discuss. ”
As soon as he opened his mouth, Ning Hao said politely, and directly began to talk about work. For his temper, Liu La really appreciates it, and tastes it with himself.
Hearing that Ning Hao wanted to let him play the role of the international thief Mike, Liu La was not the slightest surprised.
He had seen the news in his previous life, and the other characters in this movie were determined very early, but the role of Mike was delayed until the end and he didn't find the person he liked. In the end, the investor Hua Zai introduced a friend from Hong Kong to come over, Ning Hao tried the play and found that although the other party's performance was different from what he imagined, the effect was not bad, which can be regarded as a complete actor.
Liu La was thinking about it, but didn't speak. Ning Hao didn't hear the reply here, and thought that Liu La was not satisfied, so he hurriedly said: "My movie, I hope the actors can have a comedic effect, which is also my casting standard." The other characters are all okay, but this Mike has to look cool in addition to having a comedic effect, and this one is really hard to find. After thinking about it, you are the only one who has a comedic effect in China and looks up to standard, so I specially begged Brother Ma to come to you. ”
"If you think about it, this character is really outstanding. You have to believe in the quality of a professional director, and I think you will be very good at playing this. Ning Hao looked a little nervous and kept persuading.
In fact, there is no need for him to persuade him, Liu La is also ready to agree, not to mention Mike, the starring role, even if there is any supporting role in it, Liu La will happily agree. If nothing else, it is a rare opportunity to make friendships with so many top stars in the future entertainment industry when they have not yet become popular.
Liu La was ready to say yes. However, at this time, Ning Hao said again: "We are now in Hengdian, preparing to build a filming venue, or you can simply come here, it will be regarded as a tour, and I will reimburse the travel expenses." I promise, you'll fall in love with our crew as soon as you come. ”
Ning Hao swore an oath.
Hearing Ning Hao's words, Liu La's heart couldn't help but move, Hengdian, this place is a little interesting......