Various crews began to recruit actors, Xiang Nan did not interfere too much, just gave a little guidance.

For example, Kang Honglei planned to use Sun Haiying and Lu Liping to film "The Passionate Years", but Xiang Nan directly rejected it, and finally replaced them with Zhang Guangbei and Zhu Lin.

In Zhao Baogang's "Never Close Eyes", the heroine was originally supposed to be Xu Jinglei, but in the end, Xiang Nan suggested that the heroine be replaced by the original heroine Su Jin.

…

"Master Cheng, please give me the starring role in "Surrender to the Innocent Girl"," Jiang Qinqin said to Xiang Nan affectionately.

The quality of the few movies that Kirin Pictures has recently produced is very good, but one thing to mention is that the heroine in "Surrender to the Innocent Girl" is more likeable, and it can be said that whoever plays the role is more popular.

The heroines in other dramas either have different personalities, such as "The Years of Passion" where the heroines are played from young to old, and older actresses have an advantage; or they are just vases, such as "Kangxi's Secret Service" The heroines in "Private Interview" are just Kangxi's romantic encounters.

Therefore, Jiang Qinqin fell in love with the TV series "Surrender to the Innocent Girl" at a glance.

"Hey, this drama is not suitable for you." Xiang Nan smiled and waved his hand, "Ouyang has only directed one drama before, and it was with Director Zhang. He may not be able to do this "Surrender to the Innocent Girl" How well directed.

You should still cooperate with an experienced director, so that you have a higher chance of success. Director Kong Sheng has previously filmed dramas such as "Red Cross Squadron", "Gan Nineteen Sisters", and "Four Seasons", and has filmed many times Recognized by the award.

Moreover, the heroine in "The House at the Front Gate" is more challenging than the heroine in "Surrender to the Innocent Girl". So it is better to choose director Kong."

"Really?" Jiang Qinqin asked doubtfully.

"When have I ever lied to you?" Xiang Nan smiled.

"Okay, I'll just listen to you." Jiang Qinqin nodded.

"That's good." Xiang Nan affirmed, "Since you are willing to follow me, I will naturally not lie to you."

…

Qilin Pictures started shooting several TV series at the same time, which really created a lot of momentum.

However, everyone in the industry knows that the boss of Kirin Pictures is Xiang Nan. His net worth exceeds 10 billion. If he spends 1% of his money to make movies, he can start several projects at the same time. These are just small battles. .

Therefore, all that is left is envy.

"Qilin Pictures is now recruiting people and can produce at least seven or eight TV series and more than three movies a year. The output is higher than that of a provincial TV station."

"It would be great if we could also sign a contract with Kirin Pictures, so we wouldn't have to worry about running out of movies in the future. It's not like our senior brothers and sisters, who worked in TV stations after graduation, and now they can't make any money in movies."

"It's useless. Kirin Pictures has only signed a few actors and is not willing to sign more. Let's not think about good things."...

Everyone in the circle was talking about it.

In the late 1990s, the reform of the mainland's film and television drama industry was incomplete. State-owned and private companies coexisted, each with its own advantages and disadvantages, and the changes were unpredictable. This also made practitioners confused and unsure of where to go.

But generally speaking, everyone still believes that it is better to enjoy the shade against a big tree. And Xiang Nan, who is backed by the richest man in China, is undoubtedly the biggest tree among private film and television companies, so there are many people who want to join him.

But Xiang Nan doesn't care much about actors, he cares more about directors and screenwriters.

Because actors are so replaceable. The same role can be given to Zhang San or Li Si, there is not much difference. In China at present, there is no actor like Jackie Chan and Stephen Chow in the Hong Kong film industry. So indispensable.

Directors and screenwriters are much more precious in comparison.

A good director and a good script can make a good show and create a steady stream of star artists. But if a hundred stars and entertainers come together, without a good director or a good script, they can only make a good show. A bad show.

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In May 1997, Zhang Yimou, who had been dormant for two years, finally approached Xiang Nan with a new script.

Xiang Nan took it and took a look and saw six big words on the cover - "No one can be missing".

He flipped through it and then nodded, "If you want to take a photo, then go ahead and take it."

Xiang Nan has never seen the movie "No One Less".

To be honest, he is essentially a layman. The biggest purpose of watching movies and reading novels is not to learn knowledge, but just to relax and have fun. Therefore, he has never been very fond of watching movies that are too literary or too obscure.

However, he had heard about the name of this movie. Moreover, after reading the script, he felt very moved and thought it would be a good movie.

Although this movie is too literary and may not be very profitable. However, Xiang Nan is still willing to let Zhang Yimou give it a try. Just pay it. According to his net worth, 500 million yuan a year is enough to pay him to death.

"Professor Cheng, thank you." Zhang Yimou said gratefully.

"No One Left Behind" tells the story of out-of-school children in a mountain village. As long as you are not stupid, you can see that the box office of this type of movie will not be too high.

But Xiang Nan didn't hesitate at all. After reading the script, he immediately agreed to film it, not caring whether he would lose money or not. This broadmindedness alone was enough to make him admire him.

"You're welcome, Director Zhang, I will always support you." Xiang Nan smiled.

Zhang Yimou admires him. In fact, he admires Zhang Yimou even more. With his current fame, he can make money no matter what he shoots. However, he was willing to stay in seclusion for two years, thinking hard about the script, and missed many opportunities to make money.

The sincerity towards art alone is enough to move people.

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In the second half of the year, the film and television dramas invested and filmed last year will be broadcast one after another.

The first one to be released is "Flowers Are Not Flowers" directed by Gao Xixi.

This is a TV series full of suspense, telling a series of stories triggered by the smuggling case of the children of high-ranking officials.

The original version starred Chen Baoguo and Chen Jin, but this version stars Duan Yihong and Zhu Yuanyuan, which is more in line with the age of the characters.

"Flowers Are Not Flowers" has received very good ratings and response after being screened in CCTV's Feitian Theater.

Because this drama is obviously a detective drama, but in fact it is an anti-corruption drama. It echoes the national anti-corruption situation in the late 1990s, so it is very successful.

…

After "Flowers Are Not Flowers", "The Vow is Silent", "The Passion Burning Years", "The House at the Front Gate", "Surrender to the Innocent Girl"... one good drama after another, all achieved very good results. of viewership.

Especially "The Years of Burning Passion" received the highest ratings of the year.

First of all, in the 1990s, watching TV was still the main family pastime. After eating, it was the most common sight for the whole family to gather in the living room and watch TV.

At this time, the remote control was mostly controlled by the head of the family. Therefore, period dramas such as "The Years of Passion" are the most immersive for them.
Chapter completed!