Chapter 698
Enjoying Campus Life
Chapter 698 Enjoying Campus Life (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
Mr. Yang's face turned pale and then red as he was questioned by Sui Lingfang.
This question completely stumped him.
He really didn't want to admit that all the screenwriters in the company were useless, but what Sui Lingfang said was true.
Indeed, after reading the script and watching the original film, the other screenwriters in the company all said they were not capable of adapting it again.
If it's a completely original script, it's actually easier to modify the plot.
However, if you want to create a new adaptation based on a movie, it's not just a matter of coming up with a new plot; the plot must not deviate from the core message that the original movie wanted to convey.
If even the core ideas change, then any adaptation will only result in a hybrid that doesn't resemble anything else.
After all, the original script is similar to the original in terms of plot design, but it not only fails to elevate the core ideas, but it is also several levels below the original.
Making a show like this will only make people think that your adaptation is even worse, and you'll only get a lot of criticism.
If that's the case, it would be better to just film the entire original storyline.
However, Yiyi Media only wants to produce TV dramas, not movies.
All their resources are focused on TV dramas; they have the ability to distribute even the worst dramas without losing money.
But when they came to the film industry, their old methods no longer worked.
Mr. Yang's silence only made Sui Lingfang's expression more serious.
"No way, your scriptwriters are so bad that they really can't make any revisions?"
Mr. Yang said with a wry smile, "Let's not beat around the bush. Since you've guessed everything, I'll tell you the truth. This is the first time I've realized that all the screenwriters we employ are just good-for-nothings."
He's adept at social skills and knows how to flatter the leaders around him, but he lacks real ability.
Starting last year, screenwriters found it too difficult to produce content, unable to even write a basic, acceptable script. As a result, they began buying out scripts from new screenwriters through online transactions.
The company's script library is currently filled with works by new screenwriters, and we're really struggling to figure out what to do.
Sui Lingfang was speechless.
"Mr. Yang, since Yiyi Media is in such a mess, you absolutely cannot cheat us."
Even if you show us other scripts, aren't they also works by new screenwriters?
New screenwriters have limited abilities; no matter how inspired their writing is, the content will still need to be revised.
Mr. Yang's smile became even more bitter.
He was desperate and grasped at straws. Ever since he learned that the screenwriters in the company couldn't change "The Invisible Secret," he only wanted to abandon the show and find a truly original script instead.
At least it's easier to modify an original script.
However, he did not expect that Chenxi Entertainment would not accept it at all.
It's not that we don't accept other scripts, but rather that we don't accept works by new screenwriters.
Sui Lingfang's voice continued to come from the phone:
"Even if Jinli signed a special contract with you, allowing you to delete or modify any unreasonable plot points in the script at any time, you still can't take advantage of her."
Is it reasonable for a film and television company as large as yours to not be able to find a single excellent screenwriter and instead require us to proactively revise the script to make it better?
I'm sure you know better than I do that excellent screenwriters are hard to find in the industry. Good scripts are extremely rare, while there are far too many bad ones that nobody wants to film.
Mr. Yang understands.
It's precisely because we understand everything that we find it so tricky.
Another period of silence ensued, and even Sui Lingfang didn't know what to say.
She was already thinking to herself that since Yiyi Media was so unreliable, she might as well let Chenxi Entertainment find a suitable script and then use Yiyi Media's film and television resources to make the film.
Anyway, Morning Light Entertainment doesn't need to make any investments, so this clause is still very favorable to them.
Just then, Jinli, who had been listening quietly all along, suddenly spoke up:
"Is it really impossible to find the contact information for that new screenwriter of 'The Invisible Secret'?"
Both Sui Lingfang and President Yang were stunned by these words.
Jinli continued, "President Yang, when your screenwriters sign buyout contracts, the contracts should include their contact phone number and personal address. This is the most basic and necessary information."
Since your screenwriters aren't capable of revising it, why not ask the original screenwriter to revise it? Maybe they can do a better job.
Sui Lingfang hesitated and said, "But he's just a new screenwriter, he has no experience in the industry."
Jinli smiled and said, "Everyone started as a new screenwriter and has no experience, so let's find an experienced senior to mentor and teach him."
Furthermore, if he truly is a new screenwriter, then his first script was remarkably inspired, earning the recognition of the screenwriters at Yiyi Media, giving him a significant head start over others.
She winked at Fang Jie.
Sui Lingfang suddenly remembered that after reading the script, she had suggested inviting another screenwriter to revise the script.
But Jinli said she would think about it again.
She felt there was no need to invite another screenwriter; the script's creators could make the changes themselves.
Jinli felt that this screenwriter had great potential and a deep understanding of the script.
Sui Lingfang immediately reacted and said, "President Yang, you heard Jinli's voice too, right? I think Jinli is right."
As you said, the screenwriters in your company are all incompetent. Why not take this opportunity to fire them all and support a group of talented new screenwriters to cultivate?
Let's start by training screenwriters like those for "The Invisible Secret." I think it's better to have creators and screenwriters take the lead than to seek collaborations with other screenwriters.
This screenwriter did a good job. Although it involves the suspicion of deception, it's because you didn't recognize it. You can give it to him to try first.
If the revised script isn't good enough, then it won't pass inspection. It's no big deal.
Mr. Yang opened his mouth slightly.
This……
This was a development he had never imagined.
Mr. Yang hesitated and said, "Didn't you say you didn't want to work with new screenwriters?"
Sui Lingfang: "We don't want to work with new screenwriters who lack talent, but the screenwriter of 'The Invisible Secret' is clearly talented, so we can make initial contact with her."
As for the other scripts, to be honest, we've already seen many before, and it was only after seeing so many that we chose this suspense drama.
I think you don't need to look at any of the scripts you get after that. They're all pretty much the same level, very few are truly amazing. You might as well focus your efforts on "The Invisible Secret."
At this point, she didn't want to continue the conversation.
She's not affiliated with Yiyi Media, so why should she offer them advice?
She knew that Yiyi Media had a poor eye for directors, but she didn't expect that they also had a poor eye for scripts.
It's amazing that Yiyi Media, whose scripts are of such low quality, hasn't gone bankrupt in the past few years.
Mr. Yang said that starting last year, screenwriters began buying works by newcomers to fill in the gaps in their productions, but Sui Lingfang didn't believe him at all.
Who will reveal their true colors?
The chaos at Yiyi Media must have been going on for several years. No wonder their works have been inconsistent in recent years; they've been rotten to the core.
After hanging up the phone, Sui Lingfang discussed it with Jinli for a while. "Judging from your expression, you still prefer 'The Invisible Secret,' even though this drama is riskier."
Jinli pondered for a moment and slowly nodded: "First of all, this drama was indeed adapted in an interesting way, and I thought it was good, which is why I wanted to take it on in the first place."
"In addition, I am still a bit young. If I want to win awards at this age, then the subject matter of the works I choose must be novel, whether in terms of content or other aspects."
I've thought a lot about this, and the only way to beat those mainstream works is to take a risky approach.
Only a script with an equally excellent theme, and one that also demands exceptional acting skills, can truly compete.
Sui Lingfang gave Jinli a deep look and sighed:
"Three years ago, I would never have imagined that you would have reached this level three years later."
I'm so glad that over these three years, although my abilities may not have kept up with your progress, at least I didn't hold you back, nor did I recklessly accept gigs for you.
Three years ago, the pears had just begun to turn red again.
At the time, she was thinking about how to stabilize the flow of water during that day.
Who would have thought that three years later, Jinli would be choosing scripts with the intention of winning a prize?
Simply filming popular dramas and collaborating with popular young actors is no longer enough to satisfy her ambition; she wants to take things a step further.
Sui Lingfang originally felt it wasn't the right time yet, because Jinli was young enough and it would be better for her to film some suitable dramas at the right age.
Therefore, she shares the same opinion as many netizens: Jinli should film more idol dramas to further solidify her popularity and establish her status as an "idol queen".
When she gets older, she can transition to directing more profound scripts.
after all--
There is a reopening day, and no one is young.
People think it's still watchable for someone who's 30 and is filming an idol drama.
Filming idol dramas again at 40 years old has already relegated me to middle-aged historical dramas.
It's basically impossible for someone who's 50 to still want to film idol dramas.
Even if someone takes pictures of it, it will only become a niche art form, and no one knows who the audience will actually be.
Looking into Jinli's clear eyes, Sui Lingfang suddenly felt very fortunate that Jinli was not swayed by her thoughts.
She has always been steadfast, taking each step firmly and making the decisions she believes are right.
And as it turns out, every decision she made was correct.
All of these decisions were based on her position at the time, allowing her to make the best possible choice.
Yes, it's a bit of a shame that I'm not making idol dramas anymore, but is it too far off for me to transition into a serious actor?
It's not far off.
She is not even thirty years old yet, and she is full of endless possibilities.
She can not only act in idol dramas, but also in suspense dramas, horror dramas, family dramas, martial arts dramas...
In the film and television industry, "youth" is not a limitation, but a very beautiful word.
Because young people can pretend to be old.
Through makeup techniques and various special effects, it is entirely possible to convey the state of old age.
However, it is basically impossible for an elderly person to dress up as a young person.
Allowing talented actors to star in more diverse dramas actually broadens Jinli's acting career, freeing her from the constraints of different genres and allowing her to fully express herself.
Jinli, unaware of Sui Lingfang's complex thoughts, smiled and said:
"Sister Fang, I've worked with you for so many years, and there have been people who have told me that you're not capable, that you seem cold but are actually soft-hearted, that you're not ruthless enough, and that you don't have a wide network of connections."
But I really crave freedom. No agent in the entire industry can give me as much freedom as you do.
You give me feedback, but you respect my ideas; that's enough.
Jinli wasn't unaware of Sui Lingfang's lack of ability, especially after her sudden rise to fame in the past year, when she made her own decisions about many of her gigs instead of relying on Sister Fang's arrangements.
Because even Sister Fang couldn't tell which announcements were good for her and which weren't.
She no longer became assertive; instead, she became somewhat passive.
However, Jinli felt that this change was actually normal.
She is no longer the star who had just regained popularity and had to be careful to maintain her popularity.
When a celebrity reaches a certain level of success, their relationship with their agent can only transform into a collaborative one; both parties become partners and are equals.
Artists may even have the most say in their teams.
Sui Lingfang's decision to empower her to choose her own announcements was correct and a sign of respect.
At her level, her popularity and reputation have already peaked.
To go further, it's no longer something that entertainment companies and agents can promote; it requires the artist's own hard work.
Does it have the luck to become a huge hit? Does it have a core spirit that can keep people following it? Can it consistently provide positive feedback?
This is entirely due to the artist's personal charisma and has nothing to do with any marketing or promotion.
So artists at her level don't actually need managers; they can even disband their teams.
She only needs a makeup artist, while male celebrities might not even need a makeup artist, and then they would hire a photographer to make it easier to take various everyday photos.
But if even this kind of exposure decreases, then Jinli really doesn't need a team, just an assistant and a driver.
Jinli had a very pleasant collaboration with Chenxi Entertainment, receiving the highest revenue share and enjoying the best treatment. Other artists wouldn't want to leave.
An individual has their advantages, but a team also has its advantages.
Jinli is a bit of a loner and doesn't have a high level of materialism, so she prefers to be surrounded by a lively atmosphere.
Even though she always enjoys being alone.
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September 1st, school starts!
Jinli put all her announcements aside and returned to school.
Outside of school, she is a top star.
On campus, she was also a prominent figure.
The school provided her with the nourishment for growth, enabling her to quickly absorb knowledge and become a more complete "person".
Not long after the start of the semester, she participated in several activities.
But contrary to what others might think, Jinli simply wanted to try everything on campus.
Then she not only participated in many activities herself, but also dragged Gu Cheng along.
Gu Cheng is actually quite busy, but he manages to avoid accepting gigs during the school term and only accepts gigs on weekends.
Jinli could clearly sense that Gu Cheng was indifferent to these activities, or even uninterested in them.
But she could also feel that as long as she wanted to participate in something or find someone to go with her, Gu Cheng was always happy to accompany her.
And she is a very serious person once she starts doing something, so she participates in every activity seriously.
Before anyone knew it, Jinli had taken first place in almost every activity, dominating the Tsinghua and Peking University forums!