HPDBC Chapter 257, "No Man's Land," submitted for review.
Chapter 257, "No Man's Land," submitted for review.
On November 7, "You Are the Apple of My Eye" was taken off the screens, with a final box office of 4.23 million yuan.
Chenxi did not hold a celebration banquet, but Fu Yibai gave red envelopes to the main creative team.
October 10th, afternoon.
Fu Yibai was filming an action scene in the studio when his phone suddenly vibrated.
He picked it up and saw that it was a call from Ning Hao.
"Feed?"
"Senior brother, are you busy?"
"We're filming. What's up?"
"The final cut of 'No Man's Land' is finished. Could you go back to the company and review it?"
Fu Yibai glanced at his watch.
"Okay. I'll go back tonight."
"Okay! I'll wait for you!"
After hanging up the phone, Fu Yibai put his phone back in his pocket and picked up the walkie-talkie.
"continue."
The filming continued until 6 p.m.
After finishing work, Fu Yibai didn't even eat dinner and immediately had Guo Zhenni drive him back to the company.
The car stopped downstairs at the Chenxi Media building, and he quickly walked into the building, taking the elevator straight up to the multi-functional hall on the 26th floor.
Ning Hao was already waiting inside, holding a folder in his hand, with an expression of both anticipation and nervousness on his face.
"Senior brother!"
"sit."
Fu Yibai sat down in the chair, and Ning Hao sat down next to him.
The staff turned off the lights, and the big screen lit up.
The story of "No Man's Land" takes place in a desert area in western China.
Xu Zheng plays lawyer Pan Xiao, who drives to the west in order to win a case.
On his journey, he encountered a series of bizarre and dangerous people and events: poachers, dancers, shady innkeepers, police...
Every person is complex, and every choice could be a trap.
The film has a cold, oppressive, and tense atmosphere.
Ning Hao uses his signature dark humor and suspenseful narrative to tell a story about humanity, desire, and redemption.
The 120-minute film finished playing quickly.
The lights in the multi-purpose hall were turned back on.
Ning Hao turned his head and looked at Fu Yibai, his eyes filled with a mixture of anticipation and nervousness.
"Senior brother, what do you think...?"
Fu Yibai leaned back in his chair and remained silent for a long time.
Ning Hao's heart was in his throat.
"Well done."
Fu Yibai finally spoke.
"Very profound."
It's not just about dark humor; it also explores human nature and reflects on desire.
This is your best work so far.
Ning Hao's eyes lit up, but he didn't speak, waiting for him to continue.
"but--"
Ning Hao's heart jumped again.
"This film will have a lot of trouble getting approved."
Fu Yibai looked at him, his tone serious.
"The subject matter is sensitive, the content is explicit, and there are also some subtle satires of the system."
It will most likely be rejected by the review authorities.
Ning Hao was silent for a few seconds, then nodded.
"I know."
Ning Hao's tone was very firm.
"But this is my life's work."
I want more people to see this.
Fu Yibai looked at him and remained silent for a while.
"OK.
Tomorrow I'll go with you to China Film Group to find Han Shanping.
He was the one who helped get the script approved; we'll need him again to get the film license this time.
Ning Hao looked at Fu Yibai speechlessly. He knew that Fu Yibai was using his own personal connections to help him.
"Thank you, senior brother."
"No need to thank me."
As the company's director, your work should naturally be supported by the company.
Fu Yibai patted him on the shoulder.
Go back and get some rest.
Meet downstairs at the company building at 9:00 AM tomorrow.
"good!"
Ning Hao stood up, bowed deeply, and then turned and left.
The multi-purpose hall quieted down.
Fu Yibai sat in the chair with his eyes closed, his mind replaying the scenes from "No Man's Land".
It would be such a shame if this movie couldn't pass censorship.
He opened his eyes, picked up his phone, and dialed Han Shanping's number.
"Chairman Han, are you busy?"
"not busy.
What's wrong?
"I'd like to visit you tomorrow; I need your help with something."
"What is it? Tell me."
"It's Ning Hao's 'No Man's Land'."
The video is edited, but the subject matter is somewhat sensitive. I would like to ask for your help in getting it approved.
There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone.
"Okay. See you at China Film Studio tomorrow morning at 10 AM."
"Okay. Thank you, Mr. Han."
"Given our relationship, there's no need to be so polite."
Fu Yibai's lips curved slightly.
See you tomorrow.
"See you tomorrow."
After hanging up the phone, Fu Yibai stood up and walked out of the multi-functional hall.
Guo Zhenni stood in the corridor, holding his coat in his hand.
"Mr. Fu, are you going home or—"
"go home."
January 11nd, 9:00 AM.
Fu Yibai and Ning Hao met downstairs at Chenxi Media and then took a car together to China Film Group.
Ning Hao wore a dark blue suit today, his hair was neatly combed, and he looked much more formal than usual.
"Nervous?" Fu Yibai asked.
"A little."
Ning Hao smiled, but there was a hint of forcedness in his smile.
"take it easy.
Chairman Han is a good person, and we've gotten along well over the years. He'll be helpful.
"Um."
The car came to a stop in front of the China Film Group building.
The two entered the building and took the elevator straight to the top floor.
Han Shanping's office was at the end of the corridor. The door was open, and his hearty laughter could be heard coming from inside.
"Yi Bai! You're here!"
Han Shanping stood up from behind his desk, came over, and shook hands with Fu Yibai.
"Chairman Han."
"This must be Ning Hao. I've heard so much about you."
Han Shanping turned to Ning Hao and extended his hand.
"Hello, Chairman Han."
Ning Hao held his hands with both hands, his attitude very respectful.
"Sit down, sit down."
The three of them sat down on the sofa, and the secretary served them tea.
"Where's the movie?"
"Here."
Ning Hao took a hard drive out of his bag and placed it on the coffee table.
Han Shanping picked up the hard drive and weighed it in his hand.
"Okay, I'll have someone prepare it first."
He handed the hard drive to his secretary, whispered a few words to her, and the secretary took the hard drive and left.