Seven days later, in the general manager's office at Beidou Film and Television, Cheng Hao was introduced by Ye Fan and the others to the director they had hired.
"Director Zhang, this is my big brother, Cheng Hao. He's also the real boss of Beidou Film and Television. Big Brother, this is Director Zhang Yimou. Are you satisfied with him? "
Cheng Hao nodded and sized up this director who was considered one of the top directors in the country. Then, he asked, "Director Zhang, Ye Fan should've told you some of the things to take note of during the filming, right?"
"I've already said that Beidou Film and Television will be responsible for all the equipment and crew needed for the filming this time. I'm only responsible for directing this time. I won't be involved in any other preparatory work or post-production work!"
A smile appeared on Director Zhang's slightly tanned face. "To be honest, I've read the script this time. The content isn't too hard to think about. The plot can be said to be simple and clear. The only difficulty is that some of the big scenes require a sky-high price for special effects in post-production. Moreover, there are a few scenes that require filming in many places. Some of the environments are extremely harsh and might take a long time. If it weren't for the huge price that Director Ye offered this time, I wouldn't have come! "
"Ye Fan, how much did you offer Old Schemer?" Cheng Hao asked Ye Fan through voice transmission.
"500 million!" Ye Fan replied through voice transmission without batting an eyelid.
"Oh, that's not a low price!"
"It's not just low. Although Old Schemer has been filming a few blockbusters recently, the box office sales aren't that good. The net profit added up to less than 500 million. If it weren't for the special environment that we're filming in this time, I wouldn't have offered such a price!" Ye Fan smiled.
"Logically speaking, the big directors in Hollywood are more suitable for this kind of big production. However, it's difficult to hire them in such a short time. Secondly, Director Zhang is a native of China. He has a deeper understanding of China's Xianxia culture, so it'll be much more convenient for him to film."
Cheng Hao nodded nonchalantly. To cultivators, money in the secular world was like dirt. No matter how much they spent, they would not feel the pinch. With their means, there were too many ways to earn money.
As for the director, it would be fine as long as it was just about right. He did not have high expectations in this aspect.
"Chairman Cheng, if you're ready, then let's get started. To be honest, I'm very curious as well. What kind of movie is this that Chairman Ye is willing to pay 500 million for me?" After a brief introduction, Director Zhang went straight to the point.
"Since that's the case, let's begin!"
With that thought in mind, Director Zhang fainted. With a wave of his sleeve, Cheng Hao kept the filming equipment, Ye Fan, and the rest into his sleeve. Then, with a flash, he left Earth.
.....
Big Dipper Starfield, Buried Emperor Star.
In the Southern Mountains, there were groups of tall mountains and numerous steep ridges. As far as the eye could see, there were mountains and ridges everywhere.
On this boundless land, there were almost no plains. This special terrain had always been like this since ancient times. This was also the reason why it was filled with miasma, where savage beasts roamed about, and strange birds ran amok.
Amidst the ripples in space, Cheng Hao's figure appeared on a mountain peak. He looked down at the thousands of mountains and valleys. Then, he took a step forward and arrived above a huge valley.
Outside the valley, there was an ancient village. At this moment, a group of cultivators was rushing towards the village. Their murderous looks made it seem as if they were going to exterminate the entire village.
"This place is suitable for the beginning of the plot. In that case, let's choose this place!"
As he spoke, Cheng Hao raised his hand and waved it. In the deepest part of the valley, a palace rose from the ground. This palace was not very vast, but it seemed to be hanging high in the Nine Heavens. Wisps of misty aura drooped down, as if they were going to suppress the entire great world.
After the sect hall that was required for the plot was built, Cheng Hao waved his sleeve. At the top of the hall, three golden words appeared on the plaque on the door — Kunlun Sect!
"The preparations are in place. Next, we can begin!"
With a wave of his sleeve, Ye Fan and the others appeared at the entrance of the hall out of thin air. As for Old Schemer, he was still unconscious and showed no signs of waking up anytime soon.
With a thought, Cheng Hao split his telepathic thoughts into dozens of clones, assuming various appearances and acting as crew members. After all the filming equipment was ready, he finally woke up Director Zhang who was still in a coma.
"Director Zhang, wake up. We're here!" Ye Fan shouted.
"Ha …" Director Zhang yawned. He opened his eyes and looked at his surroundings.
The mountains here were majestic, giant trees towering, and old trees supporting the sky. A huge valley was mixed in the lush mountain range, and in the deepest part of the valley, a huge group of palaces called Kunlun Sect was standing there, looking sacred and incomparable.
"Where is this? How did I fall asleep? " Director Zhang's mouth was wide open. He had been filming his whole life and had visited all the film studios in the country. However, it was his first time seeing a place like this that was like a heavenly palace.
"You must be too tired. You fell asleep as soon as you got in the car. This is the film studio that Big Dipper Film and Television spent a lot of money to build. This is the first time we're showing it to outsiders! "Ye Fan said with a strange smile.
"I see!" Director Zhang rubbed his head. His memory of how he came here was a blur. He really could not recall it.
"It's impossible to build such a huge palace in these mountains without spending tens of billions. Big Dipper Film and Television is really rich!" Director Zhang did not dwell on his memory. He was already shocked by the magnificent scenery in front of him.
"It's alright!" Ye Fan chuckled. Then, he spread his Divine Sense out and found that the ancient village was surrounded by a large group of experts. He immediately said, "Director Zhang, the actors are in place. If you don't have any other requests, shall we start now?"
"The guests will follow the host's wishes. Since you've already arranged everything, let's start now!" Director Zhang nodded. Although he was a famous director, he did not dare to put on airs in front of these tycoons who casually spent tens of billions.
Hearing that, Cheng Hao smiled. One of his clones, who was supposed to be the recorder, took the board and slammed it down.
Director Zhang said, "First scene, first time, bloodbath in the sect. Action!"
.....
Several of Cheng Hao's doppelgangers carried their cameras and focused on the ancient village outside the valley. They zoomed in from afar and slowly zoomed in.
In the sky, dark clouds rolled. War drums shook the sky. Flags fluttered in the wind. Ancient chariots rumbled and crushed the sky. No one knew how many experts had arrived outside the ancient village. They were so densely packed that the village was impenetrable. A war was about to break out!
"Very good. The costumes, props, environment, and atmosphere are all perfect. Even the actors in the group are very dedicated. Each of them is filled with killing intent. They're not inferior to professional actors!"
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