Gu Weiqi walked into the reception room, and when he saw Lin Qingxia, he said with a smile: "Miss Lin, I haven't seen you for several months since I said goodbye in a hurry in the United States, and I miss it very much!" When did Miss Lin come to Hong Kong? Why don't you call in advance, I'll pick you up in person! ”

"I just arrived last night, too." Lin Qingxia stood up and said with a smile: "I don't know if what Mr. Gu said in the country at the beginning counts?" ”

"Of course, Miss Lin, please take a seat."

Gu Weiqi gestured, sat down on the sofa opposite the beauty, and said with a smile: "I said at the beginning that as long as Miss Lin thinks about it, she can join our company at any time." By the way, I heard that before this, Miss Lin seemed to have helped 'Dark Horse International' shoot a 'Descendant of the Martial Saint'? ”

"That's the thing."

Lin Qingxia frowned slightly and said, "I just returned to Taiwan from the United States that day, and I originally planned to come to Xiangjiang to find you the next day." But the 'Bamboo Society' didn't know how I was back in Taiwan, so they sent someone to send me a large sum of money that night, saying that they wanted me to help them make a movie. You may not know in Xiangjiang that the power of the 'Bamboo Society' is so big in Taiwan, and no one dares to offend them in Taiwan. I had no choice but to promise them to make that film. ”

"Oh, I see." Gu Weiqi shrugged his eyebrows, but he didn't expect that there was still the shadow of the "Bamboo Society" behind the scenes of "Dark Horse International".

However, Gu Weiqi of this club has seen some rough introductions on the Internet. It is rumored that this society was founded in the 50s, and is known as the three major gangs in Taiwan, along with the "Four Hi Gang" in the same period and the "Tiandaomen" established in 1985 in the future. Its main core members are about 20,000, and the total number of members is as high as more than 100,000 people, and the whole island has its strongholds from north to south, as well as China, the United States, Europe and Australia, and is known as the "first gang in the world".

In the face of such a powerful behemoth, Lin Qingxia naturally did not dare to offend them. Thinking about it this way, it is indeed understandable that Lin Qingxia helped them make a film quietly. Fortunately, the "Bamboo Society" also paid the salary, and it was not too much. The most terrible thing is to be controlled by the community and become a money-making machine for these black clubs, and the consequences are simply unimaginable.

Lin Qingxia nodded and said, "Yes, as soon as the film over there is finished, I will come to you." ”

Gu Weiqi smiled and said: "Just look for me, I promise, no one in my place will dare to force you to make a film!" ”

"That's the best, I don't want to make a film I don't like." Lin Qingxia smiled with satisfaction: "So what exactly did you say about that police and bandit action movie last time in the United States?" ”

"That film is called 'Royal Warriors', but there are already four new films that my company will shoot. That's why I'm going to postpone the film. But you don't have to worry that there is no filming, there is a suitable heroine in the 'super bodyguard' of these four new films. You're going to play as a skilled female bodyguard. ”

"Super bodyguard? Listen to the name is an action movie? ”

"That's right, there will be five heroines in this play. But your role will be the most important, originally I was going to find a newcomer to play the male lead. But considering that you joined, I will personally play the starring role, and it just so happens that we haven't worked together yet. ”

Gu Weiqi changed his words and said: "The script is still being created. Given that there are a lot of action scenes in this film, it's best to take advantage of this time to learn some martial arts basics. You are not required to be able to fight, but at least you must play well in front of the camera, which is also conducive to your long-term development in the future. ”

"Learn martial arts?" Lin Qingxia raised her eyebrows and said, "Who do you learn from?" ”

"Just like your fellow countryman Shen Yingrong, she is also from Taiwan, and she has been practicing martial arts since she was a child, and her basic skills are very solid. Several other heroines who will participate in the show will also train with her, so you can get acquainted with each other first, and when the filming officially starts, you will have a more tacit understanding. ”

"Okay."

"So now let's talk about your contract and your treatment. The contract of all artists in our company is generally five years, and the basic salary is 50,000 Hong Kong dollars per year, and the remuneration for filming is calculated separately. In addition, there are generous dividends and bonuses and various living allowances, roughly that's it, I don't know if you have any special requirements? ”

"I feel like a five-year contract is a bit too long, and I prefer freedom, can I change it to a ministry?"

The so-called "head contract" is a relatively loose contract, and there are not so many restrictions. Artists can sign one or two film contracts with the contracted company, and after filming, everyone will shoot and scatter, and each will not owe each other. However, compared to the contracted company, it is more of a loss, after all, after making people popular, people run away, isn't this equivalent to a bamboo basket for water? In Hong Kong, only top A-list superstars are generally eligible to sign this kind of contract.

Gu Weiqi also planned to tie Lin Qingxia to the "Oriental Hollywood International Film Company", the super battleship of the future entertainment empire, so naturally he would not be stupid enough to agree to the other party's request, and said with a wry smile: "That's not good, I still plan to focus on you." In fact, I think the time is too short for five years. If you don't object, I'd like to sign you for 10 years. ”

Lin Qingxia hurriedly said: "Don't be kidding, ten years is too long, let's sign for five years for the time being." After five years, if we have a good cooperation, we can renew it at that time. ”

"Okay then, that's it."

The next thing is relatively simple, Gu Weiqi asked Shen Yingrong to bring two contracts, and Lin Qingxia signed them happily. At this point, it can be regarded as officially joining the "Oriental Hollywood International Film Company", and the next step is to carry out packaging promotion. Although Lin Qingxia is not famous in Taiwan, her influence in Xiangjiang is not very great.

Now the actresses who have a lot of influence in Xiangjiang have to talk about Zhao Yuzhi and Wang Mingquan of wireless; ATV's Yuxue; Phoenix TV's Yang Xuanpan and others are the real first-line red stars. But with the resources in Gu Weiqi's hands, it is not difficult for Lin Qingxia's fame to surpass the above-mentioned people.

However, after signing the contract, Lin Qingxia asked: "About the script of the new film......"

Gu Weiqi groaned: "If the script is to be written, I will let the editorial department get it ready for you as soon as possible." During this time, you will first learn kung fu from Shen Yingrong. In addition, before the official start of filming, I will hold a press conference to announce the news that you have joined our company. What do you think? ”

Lin Qingxia chuckled: "Now that you are the boss, you can do what you say, I don't care." ”

"Now Sister Lin, you are also an artist of Oriental Hollywood Company, and it would be too much to call the boss or something, just call me Archie."

Gu Weiqi waved his hand and looked at the table below, it was already more than 11 o'clock, and it was noon soon, so he said: "I want to invite Sister Lin to lunch, I don't know if Sister Lin appreciates her face?" ”

"Your boss has spoken, can I refuse?"

"Can't!"

"Let's go, then."

Then the two walked out of the reception room together, and then Gu Weiqi drove Lin Qingxia to the "Jade Shan Fang International Restaurant" Mong Kok flagship store, and the two asked for a table of delicacies and chatted while eating.

At the same time, "Oriental Charm" and "Dark Horse International" filmed "Dragon Hunt" and "Martial Saint Heir" were promoted on TVB and Asia TV respectively, and the main creators of the two classes were interviewed on TV. Stars such as Zheng Shaohao and Zhou Yunfa have called on their fans to hope to enter the theater and support their films.

So far, the three major cinema chains of "Tang Dynasty", "Jiahe" and "Shao's" have launched a box office battle for the summer of 1981.

However, "Golden Princess Cinemas" continues to show "Innocent and Toothy" tepidly, and this film is not a film shot by "Xin Yicheng", a company under the name of Golden Princess boss Lei Daheng. It is a feature film invested by "Liren Film Co., Ltd.", co-written by Jiang Long and Liang Liren, directed by Jiang Long, and starring Lu Hipeng, Hu Yanni, Zheng Zeshi, etc.

It is mainly about the straightforward owner of the New Territories chicken farm, Ma Niu Yang (played by Lu Hipeng), and the only daughter (Huang Yizhen) depend on each other. The biological mother of the sister, Luo Anni (Hu Yanni), tried her best to regain the custody of the sister, but she couldn't bear to take her beloved daughter away, so she sent her beloved daughter to study in a famous school in the city. Law secretly hires a private investigator to gather evidence of Ma's abuse of his daughter, which leads to a chain of stories.

In fact, Tycoon Lei has no choice. Because "New Yicheng" has been established for a short time, it can't come up with a film that can be used for the time being, so it has to release a film shot by an independent production company.

However, seeing that "Shao's", "Tang Dynasty" and "Jiahe" all have big-name stars or directors shooting films, and he can't come up with a box office competitive film to release alone, Lei Juekun is also a little anxious, so he booked a table of abalone wings at the "Peninsula Hotel" at noon today, and called all the key members of the seven-member "Xinyicheng" team, including Mecca, Huang Baiming, Xu Ke and other key members.

After three rounds of wine and five flavors of food, Lei Juekun looked around at everyone and said solemnly: "I believe your colleagues must know that now Shao's release is 'Dragon Hunt for Treasure' produced by 'Oriental Charm'; Jiahe is released by 'Dark Horse International' is 'Descendant of Martial Arts'; and even 'Donglai Company' is also a 'Happy Ghost' with very box office competitiveness." On the other hand, our 'New Art Success' can't come up with competitive films at all. Speaking of which, the time since the establishment of our company is not too short, so it is not okay to continue like this. ”

Everyone looked at each other, but Mecca smacked his lips and said, "Mr. Lei, don't worry, we have been planning a big production recently." ”

"Oh, what do you have to say?" Lei Juekun said with interest.

"According to our investigation and analysis, we found that the 007 series has been prosperous for a long time, and the box office is very good. Therefore, we are currently working on a Hong Kong-style 007 series as a signature film for our 'New Art Cheng' company in the future. ”

"Oh, that's a great idea, specifically?"

Xu Ke's wife Shi Nansheng replied: "We are still studying the specifics. But rest assured, we'll come up with a practical solution soon. ”

Lei Juekun frowned, and couldn't help but be a little disappointed.

But Huang Baiming couldn't help but say: "Mr. Lei, in the early days of our 'New Art Success' business, I think it is safer to engage in small-budget movies." For example, the "Happy Ghost" that is being released by "Donglai Company" now, I think it's pretty good. The film is clearly a typical low-budget film, but the attendance is very high. It is foreseeable that the box office of this film should not be too bad. ”

Shi Tian shrugged his eyebrows and said disappreciably: "I said Bai Ming, what's the point of small cost, if you want to do it, let's do a big production, and completely start our 'new art success' signboard." ”

Zeng Zhiwei nodded approvingly: "Yes, it's always a small fight, we can't compete with 'Shao's', 'Jiahe' and 'Donglai Company' at all." ”

Teddy Robing took a sip of tea and proposed, "In my opinion, we can do a big production and a small budget movie at the same time." In this way, go hand in hand, and the two will not be delayed, and when the return rate of that movie is high, we will tilt our resources towards that genre. ”

Xu Ke seconded: "This is the best, in the final analysis, it depends on the box office and the audience's response." ”

"This proposal is quite good, Bai Ming, what do you think, tell me about it?"

"I think the box office of the film 'Happy Ghost' should not be bad, and the theme of youth campus is also a relatively new genre, I think it is still very interesting. Therefore, I plan to follow the trend of 'Happy Campus', and I have the general plot in mind. But I still need to figure out the details. ”

"Yes, it's good to have an idea, and come up with a practical plan as soon as possible. All in all, I will strongly support you financially. ”

Lei Juekun said in a deep voice: "My only request is to hope that everyone will make a good film that can make money as soon as possible, and completely launch our 'new art success' signboard." Forget about this year's summer file, it's too late to come up with a shooting plan now. But I hope that in the summer of next year, we can make a beautiful comeback! ”

Now the Hong Kong government is soliciting the opinions of the general public and preparing to issue a positive policy on bus fares, so that the turnover of another company under his name, "Kowloon Bus Group", will drop significantly. In this case, we have to gradually shift our focus to the film industry, which is very profitable.

According to the normal development of history, it is precisely because Lei Juekun put all his energy into Xinyicheng and Golden Princess Cinema that he finally became a generation of movie tycoons. But now, because of the emergence of Gu Weiqi, history has changed, and with the birth of "Oriental Charm" and "Dark Horse International", the competition in the film industry has begun to become fierce, and it is difficult to say how far "New Yicheng" and "Golden Princess Cinemas" can finally develop.