Chapter 158 Bomb Disposal Expert 2 (Ch 158)

“Director Qiu!”

Qi Jia was so surprised that his eyes almost popped out of his head. He really didn’t expect that

The man in front of me has long hair and looks like a literary youth.

It turned out to be Qiu Litao, who is known as the “founder of Hong Kong horror movies” and the “master of Hong Kong cult films”.

“Hello, Director Qiu. I have heard of you for a long time. You directed the first six films of “The Yin and Yang Road”.

It is the shadow of my childhood, so classic. “

When you praise someone, you should really praise them. Qi Jia’s words really hit the spot in Qiu Litao’s heart.

Because the “Twilight Zone” series can be said to be his masterpiece.

Now, suddenly, I heard Qi Jia talking about it, and I knew exactly that he directed the first six films.

This proves that Qi Jia had really seen it, and more than once.

When I think of the works I directed many years ago,

Now, he is still liked by this young artist who is very popular in the mainland.

He couldn’t help feeling a little proud, and his favorable impression of Qi Jia also increased sharply.

I happily held Qi Jia’s hand, feeling that we had met too late.

“Alright, alright, stop standing. If you have anything to say, sit down and talk while eating.”

Liu Qingyun pressed the two of them down, poured a cup of tea for Qi Jia, and said with a smile,

“Qi Jia, the white-cut chicken made by the chef here is simply first-rate. Why don’t you try it and see if it’s authentic?”

Qi Jia tapped the table with his fingers twice, smiled and nodded.

“Haha, that’s perfect. I haven’t had lunch yet. I won’t be polite then.”

The three of them obviously wanted to talk to me about something, but they were in no hurry to say it.

Qi Jia didn’t ask, after all, it was not a good deal to be the one who pursued others.

So, while eating and chatting, Andy Lau curiously asked about the talk show incident.

Qi Jia just gave a brief talk, and after listening to it, the three of them all expressed their approval of his behavior.

Especially Andy Lau, who rarely drinks alcohol when he is older.

After listening to Qi Jia’s words, he even personally toasted him a glass.

After three rounds of drinks, seeing that the atmosphere was about right, Liu Qingyun started talking about business.

“Qi Jia, we are here to find you suddenly this time. Besides catching up, the three of us also want to ask you for a favor.”

Seeing that the main event was about to begin, Qi Jia quickly put down his chopsticks and said politely,

“Brother Qingyun, your words are too polite. What is it? Tell me and I will listen. If I can do it, I will definitely help.”

Seeing Qi Jia’s sincere words, Liu Qingyun couldn’t help but smile proudly at Qiu Litao beside him, and then said,

“It’s like this, Director Qiu is preparing a new movie recently.

Have you seen last year’s Shock Wave? The one starring Edward Hua.

Qi Jia watched the movie Liu Qingyun mentioned and thought it was pretty good.

It has a bit of the style of early Hong Kong police and gangster films, and the explosion scenes in it are quite visually impactful.

He remembered that the total global box office seemed to be more than 300 million, which was a very good result.

This is also the first film directed by Qiu Litao to exceed 100 million yuan.

When Liu Qingyun asked this question, Qi Jia nodded and said,

“I’ve seen it, it’s quite exciting. I also want to thank Director Qiu for letting me see the glory of Hong Kong police and gangster films again.”

Hearing Qi Jia’s high evaluation of his work again, Qiu Litao’s nose lit up with joy.

Even Andy Lau, who had been silent, nodded, feeling that this young man was very good at talking.

“It’s good that you’ve seen it, I won’t review the plot for you.

The first part performed well, so Director Qiu struck while the iron was hot and began preparing for the second part.

Now the script has been polished. Dehua and I were very satisfied with it after reading it and agreed to star in it.

But at this moment, a problem arose. One of the two investors that had been originally agreed to invest withdrew due to funding issues! “

At first, Qi Jia listened with great interest, and became more and more excited.

Just waiting for Liu Qingyun to pat his shoulder and say, “Brother, I have everything ready, I just owe you.”

This role must be played by you! Then, I agreed immediately.

As a result, he was already mentally prepared.

Unexpectedly, Liu Qingyun said directly that the investor had run away!

This turn was really a bit unexpected.

Liu Dehua saw the doubt in Qi Jia’s eyes and joked,

“Qingyun, stop beating around the bush. If you keep talking, Qi Jia will think you’re here to borrow money from him.”

Director Qiu nodded repeatedly, pushed Liu Qingyun aside, and said in person,

“It’s like this, we have already found a new investor and the negotiations are almost complete.

But the other party has a condition, which is that they hope to have you perform together.

The reason is very simple. Although the first part has a good reputation,

However, Hong Kong films have not been very popular in the mainland market in recent years, and many young people do not like them.

But young people are the main force of consumption. Although Qingyun and Dehua starred in the second part,

But to be honest, his popularity among young people is indeed not as high as before.”

Director Qiu’s words were a bit hurtful, but the three of them have been friends for many years.

After hearing this, he just smiled bitterly and didn’t take it too seriously.

At this point, Qi Jia also understood.

Simply put, the investors want to make more money and have taken a fancy to Qi Jia’s recent popularity.

Imagine a movie that has Andy Lau and Liu Qingyun, but with Qi Jia,

Two movie kings and a popular star, actors from both old and new generations in the entertainment industry acting together, tell me, is there any hope?

Qi Jia felt somewhat proud when he thought about how he was being sought after by capital.

“Qi Jia, I also know that recently the popular artists in the domestic entertainment industry with similar popularity as you have received relatively high pay.”

Qiu Litao rubbed his hands awkwardly, then gritted his teeth, held up a finger and said,

“How about this? I’ll give you 10 million. It’s a little too little, but I really don’t have any money.”

At the side, Liu Qingyun also spoke up to persuade,

“Director Qiu is telling the truth, because the movie involves many explosion scenes,

Therefore, most of the funds are put into props and special effects.

To be honest, Dehua and I get the same pay as you.”

Liu Dehua picked up the teapot, poured a cup of tea for Qi Jia, and said to the other two,

“You two have been talking for quite some time, and you haven’t even shown him the script. How can someone make a decision?”

“Brother Hua, you still understand me.”

Qi Jia had wanted to speak a long time ago, but Director Qiu kept talking and didn’t give him any chance to interrupt.

Qiu Litao slapped his head and apologized repeatedly.

“Oh, yes, yes, I really lost my mind. I’m so sorry.”

As he spoke, he took out a notebook from his backpack and handed it to Qi Jia, saying,

“Here is the script, Qi Jia, take a look first.

The role I left for you is the third male lead, playing the role of Ma Shijun, the leader of the Resurrection Society in the movie.”

Qi Jia took the script and said sorry.

Then I immersed myself in the story and read it carefully.

After watching the first part, Qi Jia quickly understood the plot of the second part.

The script is indeed a good one, just as Liu Qingyun said, and it has a great chance of becoming a hit.

Moreover, and more importantly, this cooperation is also a good opportunity to enter the Hong Kong capital circle.

Don’t be fooled by the fact that in recent years, it seems that Hong Kong entertainment is failing while domestic entertainment is rising.

But in fact, as early as more than a decade ago, the Hong Kong circle had already shifted its focus to the mainland.

Many domestic entertainment companies now actually have investments from the Hong Kong circle behind them.

In addition, in terms of overseas influence, veteran artists in the Hong Kong circle still have a very high status.

Like Brother Long, Master Xing, and Brother Dan, they are all household names in the world.

If Qi Jia wants to develop overseas in the future, it will be much easier if he has the help of veteran Hong Kong stars.

It’s just a pity. Qi Jia put down the script and couldn’t help but sigh.