Nobody knows movies better than me

Chapter 55 Still Hesitating - Boss Wang

"Film is a visual and auditory art; I've emphasized this point many times."

Zhang Jun said to Ye Xiaoyi, "That's why I attach great importance to the sound effects and music of the film. If we do these things well, the experience will be greatly enhanced."

Ye Xiaoyi nodded: "I feel the same way. The feelings about Hollywood movies and most Chinese-language movies are worlds apart in this respect."

"That's right. Hollywood is very mature in the film industry, which is the foundation for Hollywood movies to conquer the world."

Zhang Jun continued, "In addition, Hollywood has a large enough domestic market, which supports Hollywood's film industry."

Hong Kong cinema, however, was different. After gradually losing access to the Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian markets, and with Hollywood establishing a foothold in Hong Kong, it began to decline.

Ye Xiaoyi has already decided to work in the film industry after graduation, and she has been studying hard during this time.

The fact that he was able to get into Tsinghua University on his own merits is undeniable; he just needs to broaden his horizons and hone his knowledge and abilities.

She listened to Zhang Jun's words thoughtfully: "So you believe that Chinese-language films, backed by the Chinese domestic market, will have greater development in the future."

"That's right."

Zhang Jun nodded: "Although there will be some detours and a lot of bad films, there will ultimately be great development and a huge market."

This conversation, which sparked divergent thinking, made Ye Xiaoyi admire Zhang Jun, her senior, even more.

If God truly intends for Chinese-language films to have a bright future, then Zhang Jun must be a chosen one sent down by God to serve as a role model for Chinese-language films.

To some extent, Ye Xiaoyi's thinking was not wrong; Zhang Jun was indeed sent, and could be considered the chosen one.

That game also helped Zhang Jun lead Chinese-language films out of a chaotic and disorderly era and get them back on track as soon as possible.

However, Zhang Jun scoffed at this, believing that he alone could not possibly change the situation. But with this memory, he could serve as a role model, since it would be quite difficult for him to make bad films.

Now that the game is gone, all that can motivate Zhang Jun are his desire for fame and fortune and his sense of responsibility...

"By the way, are you planning to study abroad?" Zhang Jun asked.

Studying abroad is still very popular these days, especially among college students. Many of them simply go and never come back, becoming second-class citizens there.

However, we can't really blame them for much of the problem. After all, everyone wants to pursue a better life, and the current environment in China is indeed not great.

But some people are able to resist the temptations and will resolutely come to build their hometown.

Zhang Jun himself couldn't do it, so he still admired these people with passion.

Since Ye Xiaoyi was working in the film industry, she naturally wanted to go to Hollywood to observe the center of the world's film industry, so she applied for a two-year program in film studies at the University of Southern California.

There was nothing to hide, since it was Zhang Jun who made the suggestion, so she readily admitted it.

"My dad spent a lot of money there and got a few recommendation letters, which allowed me to study at USC for two years."

"That's a good thing!"

Zhang Jun laughed and said, "But I still have to remind you, it's different over there than in China, it's very chaotic."

Avoid attending random parties and don't go to Black or Latino neighborhoods alone at night.

Also, if you want to find a foreign boyfriend, it's best to find a white one, not a black one.

"Why?" Ye Xiaoyi had been curious about this question.

Zhang Jun replied, "Because Black people are more likely to be fatherless, and you wouldn't want to go back to China heavily pregnant and then not be able to find out who the father of your child is, would you?"

Ye Xiaoyi snapped, "Get out! Your child doesn't have a father..."

"How could that be? I'm the father of my child. At most, I don't know who the mother is, but that doesn't matter."

"Go to hell..."

Although Zhang Jun seemed to be joking, Ye Xiaoyi took it to heart. She said she was only going there to study and wasn't interested in men.

While Zhang Jun was busy with the post-production of "About Time," news also came from Boss Wang.

Since Zhang Jun gave the stories of "Brotherhood of Blades" and "Reign of Assassins" to Boss Wang, he hasn't paid much attention to what's going on there.

Mr. Wang does indeed have a martial arts dream. Faced with these two extraordinary martial arts films, he said he prefers "Reign of Assassins" to some extent.

So one night, Zhang Jun met with Boss Wang again at the Rich and Noble Club. He was still surrounded by young, attractive models, showcasing the unique charisma of coal mine owners in this era.

"Brother Zhang, I've thought about this for a long time. I really love the story of 'Reign of Assassins,' but I'm still a little worried. Could you tell me about it?"

Boss Wang doesn't even touch the young models anymore, which shows how seriously he takes this matter.

Zhang Jun said, "Brother Wang, what you're worried about is simply my age, and whether I'm old enough to handle such a big project."

However, since I've given it to you, it means I'm confident I can film it.

After a pause, Zhang Jun continued, "If Boss Wang is really worried, that's fine. You can buy the script from me and find another director to film it yourself."

Alternatively, we could sign a performance-based agreement, setting a box office benchmark with corresponding clauses for exceeding and not exceeding it.

What do you think?

Zhang Jun's suggestion was indeed good, but Boss Wang said he needed to think about it more.

Zhang Jun wasn't in a hurry. Once "About Time" was successfully released, there would be no need for any messy "what ifs" like gambling agreements. Boss Wang would definitely invest generously.

However, this incident involving Boss Wang shows that coal mine owners are not so easily fooled.

There may indeed have been one or two people who were easily fooled, and then the rumors spread, evolving into the legend that coal bosses are foolish and rich.

The next day, Zhang Jun returned to his office at Guanzhi Film Studio, where He Xuan came to inquire about the situation.

"What did Boss Wang say? Are you planning to invest?"

Zhang Jun shook his head and said, "Boss Wang is still hesitant. It's probably because the investment amount I'm asking for is too large, and I'm too young. It's normal for him to be uneasy."

He Xuan smiled and said, "If he had seen you directing on set, he wouldn't have had this hesitation. He would have recognized your talent."

"It's okay! He'll realize it."

Zhang Jun then asked about another matter: "By the way, how are the arrangements going regarding Guo Fan auditing classes at the Beijing Film Academy?"

"It's all arranged. Jiang Tao has found a few acquaintances to introduce Guo Fan, and he can audit classes at the Beijing Film Academy as an auditor."

He Xuan asked Zhang Jun, "Do you want to go and listen to it?"

"There's no need for that."

Zhang Jun said this arrogantly: "I've already succeeded. The Beijing Film Academy can't teach me anything. I'm good enough to be their teacher."

On the contrary, Guo Fan, although talented, still needs to lay a solid foundation; otherwise, it will be difficult for him to pursue a career as a director in the future.

"You think so highly of him?" He Xuan asked curiously.

"Of course, he has great potential. I believe that without me, he would be the one to change the direction of Chinese-language films," Zhang Jun affirmed.

Although she didn't know what Zhang Jun's judgment was based on, the big boss Ye Bingcheng said that she should trust Zhang Jun's judgment, so He Xuan believed him.

It's worth mentioning that Ye Bingcheng has already told He Xuan that once Zhang Jun's contract with Guanzhi Pictures ends, he will immediately give Zhang Jun the status of a director of Guanzhi Pictures, as well as a certain number of shares.

Now, not only Ye Bingcheng, but even He Xuan has realized Zhang Jun's value in today's Chinese film industry.

It could be said that Guanzhi Pictures was not founded because of Ye Xiaoyi's hobby, but rather because of Zhang Jun's talent and ability.