How can a director be a gigolo?

Chapter 28 Test Screening a Success

Sure enough, when there are many people, even if you keep a low profile and don't make much noise, the atmosphere is still contagious.

Soon everyone watching had smiles on their faces and bursts of laughter from time to time.

As the 96-minute film finished playing and the curtains were drawn back, Huang Anzhong was the first to applaud: "Brilliant! Brilliant!"

The others joined in with thunderous applause.

Everyone was very excited.

Even though most of the people here participated in the filming of this movie, this is the first time they have seen the finished product!

I don't know if it was because I filmed it myself, but everyone felt it was unexpectedly wonderful!

Even Wang Xiaohao is the same!

Even for films that I directed myself, I participated in most of the editing.

But after watching the finished film, I still felt dizzy.

It feels like such a great movie didn't come from my own hands at all!

"Director, you're amazing! This film is fantastic!" Zhao Liang exclaimed excitedly.

It's already strange enough that someone who works on construction sites was pulled in by Wang Xiaohao to be the overall manager of the film crew.

I never expected this movie to be so good!

He doesn't understand movies.

Only good looks can represent his true feelings.

Qu Qiuju smiled broadly, pulling Wang Xiaohao by the shoulder: "Xiaohao, you're amazing! Your film is great, much better than most movies on the market!"

Zhang Ling smiled, her gaze fixed intently on Wang Xiaohao.

From the beginning, she felt that Wang Xiaohao had a chance of succeeding. Therefore, she strongly urged Wang Xiaoshuang and Qu Qiuju to cooperate fully!

However, at that time, she felt from Wang Xiaohao's serious attitude that the film shouldn't be too bad.

But now that I've seen the finished product in person, I still feel that the quality of the finished product is better than I expected!

Wang Xiaohao's first film is actually a mature commercial film, with very few awkward moments. It's really amazing!

In the entertainment industry, a new young director capable of making commercial films is about to be born!

Everyone knows how much the market lacks mature commercial films and mature commercial film directors!

The older generation of directors are stepping down from their pedestals, while the middle-aged generation of directors is rising and beginning to dominate the market.

And now, someone is about to walk out of this small screening room!

She felt that she was witnessing the birth of a mature commercial film director, and she had to seize this opportunity, which was akin to helping someone succeed in their career!

As long as she maintains a good relationship with Wang Xiaohao, both her own career and Wang Xiaoshuang's career will take off!

Zhang Ling smiled and said to Huang Anzhong, "Mr. Huang, what do you think of this film?"

I think it's absolutely fantastic; it wouldn't be right if it didn't gross at least 300 to 500 million at the box office!

Huang Anzhong couldn't stop smiling. He never expected that the kid he originally planned to send to take the blame would actually succeed!

They really made such a high-quality film for themselves!

It's practically like finding a gold nugget on the street.

Originally, it was a movie intended to scam people. They gave Wang Xiaohao a small amount of money and let him make some random stuff to fool the investors.

I never expected that this kid could produce such an excellent film with only ten million dollars.

Who knows, if this movie gets released, it might actually make money!

Of course, it doesn't matter if this movie doesn't make money. Finding a gem like Wang Xiaohao is much better than earning tens of millions!

You have to understand, every successful commercial film director is a golden goose that lays golden eggs...

Well, actually, art-house film directors are one too!

Many laymen think that directors who make art films are all money-losers, but they don't know that a mature, award-winning art film director can actually make a lot of money.

Basically, every film festival offers prize money if you win an award!

There are dozens, even hundreds, of film festivals of all sizes around the world. If you're willing to take your time and visit them all, it's definitely not impossible to break even and make a profit.

In addition, there are specialized distribution channels for art films, so art films are usually quite profitable.

Then there are also licenses to broadcast on television, the internet, videotapes, etc.

You think this is a one-time thing?

No, this thing is based on the number of times or time.

As long as people keep watching, this movie will keep making money.

Ordinary commercial films may be forgotten in three to five years, while art films may still be making money for you in thirty to fifty years!

Of course, that requires a mature film market!

The domestic film market is immature, so they can only go abroad. No wonder some domestic directors can only make movies that foreign audiences like to watch.

There's no way around it, it's driven by profit!

Huang Anzhong was brimming with pride, laughing heartily, and loudly promised, "I'll contact the theaters right now..."

He then hurriedly ran off to contact the cinema chain.

Wang Xiaohao felt completely drained and slumped onto the sofa.

"Director Wang, you must be tired. I heard you've been working day and night in the editing room for two or three months. You must be exhausted!"

Why be in such a hurry? Let's take it slow!

Zhang Ling poured Wang Xiaohao a glass of water and said kindly.

Qu Qiuju also said with heartache, "Wait a while, I will personally cook something delicious to nourish you, Xiaohao."

I remember, Xiaohao, you used to love my crucian carp soup the most!

She thought to herself, "If only I had known Wang Xiaohao had this ability."

I was determined to support Wang Xiaohao and my daughter being together!

A top-tier director in the film industry, he wields immense influence in the entertainment world. He's far more powerful than a powerful boss like Huang Anzhong!

Even in terms of reputation and status, he far surpasses people like Huang Anzhong.

Moreover, Huang Anzhong already had a wife and children, and his relationship with Wang Xiaoshuang was also unclear!

Wang Xiaohao, however, was different!

It's easy to imagine that as soon as this movie is released...

I'm sure many film companies will immediately extend olive branches to Wang Xiaohao!

Qu Qiuju gave Wang Xiaoshuang, who was standing there dumbfounded, a fierce look and said, "Xiaoshuang, what are you standing there for?"

Your cousin is so tired, and you didn't even come over to say hello or offer to massage his shoulders or anything?

Anyone with common sense would know that this was Qu Qiuju's good intention.

The purpose is to let Wang Xiaoshuang and Wang Xiaohao get closer, so that they can be won over through personal relationships.

Wang Xiaoshuang rolled her eyes and said, "So this is a big director? The film hasn't even been released yet!"

With that, he tossed his hair and left!

However, she simply couldn't bring herself to do it in front of Wang Xiaohao.

Ever since Wang Xiaohao approached her to act in his film, Wang Xiaoshuang has maintained a dominant position. Her attitude towards Wang Xiaohao has a somewhat condescending, albeit charitable, flavor.

However, after Wang Xiaohao made a movie, Qu Qiuju made Wang Xiaoshuang fawn over Wang Xiaohao. How could Wang Xiaoshuang possibly adjust her mindset?

In addition, she has been immersed in the role of the female lead for some time now and has not yet come out of character.

With that arrogant attitude, it's natural to be rude!

Qu Qiuju and Zhang Ling were left looking at each other in bewilderment.