Liu Yiliang scratched his head in frustration.
When he came back after talking to Lao Chu last time, he felt a little regretful about why he didn't bring his agent with him.
Because if there is an agent to act as a buffer, many things will not be so straightforward. For example, like now, Wang Shu directly asked him whether he had any trouble with the other party, and whether he had terminated the contract with the other party's singing director for the song without authorization. The company's interests are damaged.
He rubbed his temples tiredly.
"Actually, there was no particular reason. They told me that the author of the song wanted to sing it and asked me if I could give it to him."
"So you just gave in? Who is so proud that a big singer like you can give in at your request?"
Wang Shu was stunned when he heard this. He had known the singer in front of him for more than a day or two. He usually seemed to be a gentle person, but he was actually very principled and persistent.
"Did you meet some senior figure in the music industry and you had to give in?"
Wang Shu frowned and expressed his guess.
"It's not like he's a big shot in the music industry... he's just a person to whom I owe a favor."
Liu Yiliang didn't want to go on. Jiang Kan was indeed very powerful, and he very much hoped to have a good relationship with him, but after all, he didn't really want others to know that he wanted to please a newcomer who had only been in the industry for half a year.
"That's... okay, anyway, after the TV series is aired, we will know who replaced you in singing that song."
Seeing that he didn't want to talk, Wang Shu didn't have any good ideas.
In fact, he did not necessarily hold the other party accountable today, but more simply gave him a reminder so that he would do less things that would damage Xinghai's prestige and morale in the future.
At the same time, it is also a good idea to give an explanation to other relevant personnel and leaders: I have investigated this matter and beaten him, so you should not continue to hold on to it and use it as an excuse.
After a while, this impromptu meeting broke up.
Liu Yiliang walked out of the company building alone, walked to a smoking corner in a nearby street park, took out a box of cigarettes, took out one and lit it.
"You're so lenient about it. They have to dictate my own affairs. Huh..."
He took a long drag on the cigarette, breathed it out again, and closed his eyes comfortably.
Then he stubbed out the high-end cigarette, which he had only taken a puff of, on the stone plate next to him and threw it inside.
"It seems like it's time to start preparing to go out on your own and open a personal studio, just like Queen Zhao. How freeing it is."
He raised his head and looked at the sunny sky. Several birds flew by, which also made his mind wander.
"Oh, no, the time is not yet ripe. I have to pretend to be a grandson for a while longer..."
He shook his head, smiled to himself, then turned around and walked in the direction he came from.
"Okay, Ka! All the shots are over, thank you for your hard work!"
In a Gobi desert in the northwest of Xia Kingdom, a middle-aged man sitting on a director's chair with a light blue scarf on his head, a pair of big sunglasses, and a full suit spoke into the microphone in his hand. shouted loudly.
Then all the crew members around him heaved a sigh of relief and collapsed on the ground, including the four actors dressed as a pig, a monkey, a monk and a monster. They all took off their heavy costumes and lay down on the spot. He came down and gasped for air.
"Huh, finally he's finished filming. I've been really suffering from my old nose these past few months..."
This is a soliloquy that comes out of the director's mouth, and it is also a true portrayal of the hearts of all the crew members.
It takes two months to shoot a movie, and they stayed in this barren Gobi desert for more than half a month.
Just to capture the various thrilling and ups and downs of Monk Tang’s pilgrimage to the West.
Especially in the last scene, it was necessary to shoot the scene where the figures of the four masters and apprentices were gradually fading away. They had to wait here for almost two weeks before they found a place where the weather was good enough to prevent them from going out for dozens of times. The rice was completely covered by the blown sand
The days of shadow.
"Everyone has worked hard, come and drink some water and have a rest. These more than three months of persistence have finally come to this day. The closing banquet is tonight. Let's all have a good meal!"
Director Zhang Mushan took the microphone and shouted loudly.
As soon as he put down the guide tube of The Legend of White Snake, he was caught by the producer of the current movie and started filming.
It can be said that the filming of this comedy film called "New Journey to the West" started in a row.
The plot is an excerpt from the famous classic Journey to the West, but it has also been adapted "to a certain extent".
This "certain degree" once caused him to quarrel with the screenwriter of the show for several days and nights.
But in the end, he compromised.
One is because the crew really gave me too much.
Secondly, because of this novel "joking" method, he also knows that it will be more funny and nonsensical, which can attract more young audiences. Maybe giving it a try will also open up his own ideas and vision.
Therefore, he still agreed to direct such a film that he originally thought was a bit "deviant".
However, there is one more thing that he needs to make up his mind with the producers.
That is the ending song that plays at the end of the film as the master and apprentice gradually walk away and their backs disappear into the vast Gobi desert.
The two people have high requirements for this song, because with this song, it can bring a perfect ending and summary to the film, and leave an eternal memory in the hearts of the audience.
You know, a good song can not only sublimate the entire film, but also become a memory point that people will think of the film as soon as they hear it many years later.
For example, when you hear the majestic and passionate melody of "e"aprae", everyone will think of the captain with eye shadow and strange and elegant behavior on the stormy sea.
As soon as they hear the magnificent and majestic singing of "Myearllgoo", everyone will miss the big ship that sank on the ice sea and that unforgettable love story.
Another example is when you hear "The Prelude to the Little Knife Club", you will think of the gold inlaid jade in "New Dragon Gate Inn" and the humble Wei Xiaobao in "The Deer and the Cauldron"...
Previously, they also sent invitations to several well-known composers who are good at film scoring, and also received their completed works.
But every capital seems to be lacking something. Either it lacks the desolation of the desert, or it lacks the state of life that is helpless, free and easy, and sees everything. Otherwise, it is too heavy, which makes people feel A little depressed.
All these prevent them from making up their minds to adopt any of them.
No wonder, after all, these composers have never seen the finished film and started composing based only on the brief story of the movie they provided. It is understandable that they cannot compose perfect songs.
But director Zhang Mushan was not willing to compromise. He insisted on waiting for more works to be delivered, and wanted to wait a little longer to see if he could get a work that truly satisfied him.
"Thank you for your hard work, Director Zhang. I'll order some bottles of good wine tonight, so we two can have a good drink!"
Zhu Minghua, the producer of the film, happily walked up to him, put his arm around his shoulders and shook him a few times.
"Haha, I need to drink wine, but there is still one thing I haven't finished yet, so I'm not happy even while drinking!"
Zhang Mushan also patted Zhu Minghua on the shoulder.
The other party immediately understood what he meant. Everything was ready now, except that the ending song they had been looking forward to for a long time was not in place.
There is probably still a month and a half before the movie is released, and it will take almost the same amount of time to prepare for this year's summer release.
The important ending theme must be settled within this period of time, otherwise they will not be able to sleep well.
"Director Zhang, Producer Zhu!"
They were chatting anxiously about this matter when suddenly Zhang Mushan's assistant hurried over.
, waving while running.
"What's the matter, Xiao Wang? Look at you running out of breath."
Director Zhang picked up a bottle of mineral water on the table and gave it to him. Because the crew was filming in the wild, dozens of kilometers away from the county where they were stationed, there were no canteens or other places around to replenish supplies. You have to save the bottle of water.
"Ha, good news, good news, we received another sample of the ending song from Feiyang Entertainment. I felt great after listening to it!"
He handed the phone to Zhang Mushan. After hearing this, Producer Zhu also put his ear to it, wanting to hear what level of work would make Xiao Wang, a senior industry insider who has been Director Zhang's assistant for many years, so excited. .
""life long love"?"
Director Zhang looked at the names on the screen and directly clicked the play button without making any further comments.
Then a desolate and light note jumped into their minds, as if a vast desert appeared in front of them.
"The past is gone and it will never come back again,
The red fallen leaves are buried in the dust,
The beginning and the end are always the same,
You are floating in the sky outside the white clouds..."
Because it is a demo, there are only these few lyrics in the whole song, and the rest is pure music.
But even this pure music without lyrics greatly shocked the two of them.
For some reason, the image of the four masters and disciples walking toward the distance in the vast and desolate desert appeared in their minds, and then they finally disappeared at the end of their field of vision.
Isn't this the scene from the last scene that was just shot?
How could the image reappear in their minds through this magical song?
"Fuck!"
The two of them shouted in unison!
It attracted the attention of the surrounding crew members to them!
"What's wrong?"
Someone gathered around and asked with concern.
"Nothing, nothing, you go and clean up first, don't forget the closing banquet tonight!"
The two waved away the people who came over, and then focused their attention on this immersive song.
"Whose work is this? It fits our movie so well!"
Zhang Mushan raised his head excitedly and looked at his assistant Xiao Wang.
"Ah, this seems to be a person named Jiang...Who is Jiang? Oh, by the way, Jiang Kan!"
"Jiang Kan? It's him again?"
Zhang Mushan was startled and opened his mouth in surprise.
"Jiang Kan? This name looks so familiar... By the way, is he the annual champion in "Xia Guo Good Singer"? Do you know Lao Zhang?"
Producer Zhu was also stunned, but he instantly recalled the character corresponding to the name, but he was still curious about his partner's reaction.
"Of course we know each other. He composed the opening theme song "A Thousand Years of Waiting" for the TV series "The Legend of White Snake" that I directed at that time!"
Lao Zhang claps his right fist on the palm of his left hand, and a light bulb seems to light up in front of his eyes.
"Oh? "A Thousand Years of Waiting" was actually written by him? That's incredible. That song has become the most popular song during this period. All major TV stations are rebroadcasting "The Legend of White Snake". You can hear this song on just a few channels, it’s really a magical sound that can’t be avoided!”
Producer Zhu's memory was instantly awakened. His mother, his wife, and his daughter were all loyal viewers of the show. As soon as the show time came, every room in the house would be filled with "Wait a thousand years for this show." Wait a minute~” the devilish voice.
It was fine at first, and he would sing a few lines along with it.
But over time, no matter which channel he changed, it seemed that the sound of this song was the same. It really made him unable to hide and escape, so he could only take out the garbage and go downstairs to smoke two cigarettes for some peace and quiet.
It turned out that this song was also playing on the first floor downstairs, which really made him feel
I felt the urge to fuck a dog...
"Hey, the songs written by Jiang Kan really have a magical power. How did we get connected with him?"
He took the phone out of curiosity and clicked the play button again.
"Maybe it's because Mr. Zhu, your company, Mars Pictures, has placed a competition order with his company, Feiyang Entertainment? Jiang Kan happened to see this song, so he decided to give it a try."
"Haha, he was able to write such a good song just by giving it a try. He is really a talented genius."
Lao Zhu shook his head with emotion, but his eyes never left the music player on the phone screen.
"What do you think? That's it?"
Zhang Mushan looked at the other party and knew that he was conquered by this song, so he just asked again for confirmation.
"That's it. None of the sample songs sent by the previous companies are as good as his. Anyway, I have to rely on him. What do you think, Lao Zhang?"
"Haha, since you have to rely on him, Producer Zhu, what else do I have to say? Haha, I'm not trying to yell at you, but I do think it's very suitable for our movie. The visuals are simply amazing. !」
In this way, the two biggest leaders on the set unanimously agreed to adopt Jiang Kan's "The Love of My Life" as the ending song for the new film "Journey to the West", and played it internally to the crew members at the closing banquet in the evening. Everyone was shocked!
"Awesome, is this the strength of the annual champion of "Good Singer"!"
"Yes, the opening song "A Thousand Years of Waiting" from Director Zhang's "The Legend of White Snake" was enough to shock me before, but I didn't expect this song to be even more powerful this time!"
"It's okay if I don't listen to this. Once I hear it, my mind is filled with the scene of the four masters and apprentices fading away that I took this morning..."
"It's amazing. It's really amazing. There is a song that fits our film so well. What kind of brain does Jiang Kan have!"
"It's true that we haven't heard of the songs sent by previous companies. We thought they were pretty good at the time, but compared with this song, it's as big as the difference between a firefly and an electric light!"
People praised him one after another, and the closing banquet entered its climax.
