When they returned to the villa, they saw Zhang Wan-cheong, Luo Qirui and Wang Jing sitting around and watching something, and the discussion was still in full swing.

"Mr. Xia, Miss Wang!" As soon as they saw the two of them come back, the three of them immediately stood up and greeted him.

"Sit, sit!" Xia Tian greeted with a smile, and then asked curiously, "What are you discussing? It's so lively?"

"Mr. Xia, we are choosing the heroine for the drama "Fengyue Pretty Beauty"," Zhang Wan-cheong explained.

"Oh?! Has anyone chosen?" Xia Tian asked curiously when he heard this.

"I think Brooke Little Silk is good." Zhang Wan-shi reported, "First, she has a high reputation, which will help increase the box office of the movie; second, she has played "The Legend of Yanwa" before, and she played a straw prostitute, and became famous because of it; third, her acting skills are still very good, and she should be rich in acting in this film."

Xia Tian smiled.

Of course he has heard of Brooke Xiaosi’s name. This beauty was the standard for American beauty in the 1980s and was hailed as “the eighth miracle of the world” by Hollywood. Even the Spring Festival Gala in mainland China once appeared, which shows how powerful she has.

"Mr. Xia, what do you think of her?" Zhang Wanqi asked.

Xia Tian waved his hand, "Although Brooke silk is beautiful, it is not suitable, and the more beautiful the more inappropriate it is."

"Why is this?" Seeing him say this, everyone couldn't help asking curiously.

"Think about it, who is the largest movie viewing group of movies with the theme of "Cinderella"?" Xia Tian asked with a smile.

"It must be a girl." Everyone speculated.

"Yes, it's girls. They watch this movie "The prince falls in love with Cinderella" just to fantasize. They fantasize that they might be so lucky one day to meet a prince charming, rich, powerful, famous and talented, and devote themselves to themselves." Xia Tian nodded, "So to facilitate their fantasy, the heroine cannot be too beautiful, she can only be of medium or above, with a good temperament."

After listening to Xia Tian’s explanation, everyone suddenly realized.

"Mr. Xia, great!" Wang Jing stretched out his thumb and praised, "No wonder your movies are so popular, you can even figure them out."

"Mr. Xia, you know a lot." Zhang Wan-seong and Luo Qirui also sincerely admired.

Xia Tian laughed.

...

In fact, these were not what he thought about, but the conclusions made by many experts and scholars in his previous life based on data accumulated over the years.

In the past life, the commercialization of mainland films has actually been very thorough. From project establishment to production to distribution, all aspects are basically dominated by the market. In some aspects, they are even more overdoing than Hollywood.

For example, mainland movie stars are no less than Hollywood movie stars. The pay of big-name stars even accounts for two-thirds of the production cost, which is quite unhealthy.

With the market as the main focus, we need to conduct thorough investigation and research on the market. Whoever can grasp the taste of the market and predict the changes in the market will be able to achieve a high box office.

For example, Wang Jing's "Macau Storm" series is bad, but the box office is extremely high, which is because he has keenly grasped the taste of the audience. Those young people in small towns like to watch such comedy movies that are full of stars, lively, no depth, no need to use their brains, just stupid music.

However, the reason why Wang Jing can grasp the audience's taste is because he has decades of experience in making commercial films, so practice makes perfect.

Other film companies do not have as much experience as him, so they can only ask experts and scholars to help and give advice.

Based on the box office data accumulated over the years and after detailed summary, these experts and scholars finally analyzed the relationship between the subject and the audience. Although it is not 100% accurate, it is enough for reference.

Xia Tian worked in a film and television company, so he naturally read these investigation reports, so he knew it.

In comparison, although Hong Kong's film commercialization is much earlier than the mainland, it has always lacked systematic sorting. Large companies are unwilling to do it, while small companies have no capital, which has led to many lessons being passed down by word of mouth and treasured by themselves. Therefore, although Wang Jing, Zhang Wan-chan and others are smart, they are really a big lose in summer in terms of knowledge.

...

"Mr. Xia, then what do you think of Demi Moore? I saw her once that day and thought she was quite suitable." Wang Jing asked curiously again.

"Demi Moore's temperament is rather cool and beautiful, and it is not friendly enough to the people." Xia Tian waved his hand and said, "The reason why Cinderella's story is touching is that Cinderella has a low status and a lovely life experience. Therefore, when she is happy, everyone will bless her happily. Therefore, this actor must be friendly enough to the people and be friendly."

"It makes sense." After hearing what he said, everyone nodded in agreement after thinking about it.

"Let's do it, I remember reading a magazine that day. There was a new star named Julia Roberts. Although she was not very beautiful, she looked very comfortable when she smiled. I think she should be suitable for our role. You might as well find her here to try it out." Xia Tian said again.

In fact, he has never read Julia Roberts' magazine, but instead of letting them choose and waste time, it is better to recommend Julia Roberts to them directly to save trouble.

"Is Julia Roberts? OK!" Zhang Wan-shi nodded immediately when she heard this. Since it was recommended by Xia Tian, ​​it should be impossible to make a mistake.

"By the way, Mr. Xia, for male actors, we plan to use Richard Keel. What do you think?" Zhang Wan-seong asked Xia Tian again.

Richard Keel is a well-known Hollywood movie star. He became famous for his debut with "American Dance Man" and is known as a model of Hollywood sexual men. He then starred in "Office and Gentleman", "Cotton Club", "The Legend of the World", etc., which were both well received and very good responses.

When Zhang Wan-shi was studying in the United States, Richard Keel was popular, so now when she chose the male lead, she immediately remembered him.

"I don't think he is very good." Xia Tian flatly rejected it when he heard this.

Although Richard Keel has good acting skills and is charming, his starring "The Story of Hachiko", "Chicago", and "The Running Bride" are all very good.

But this person is a stubborn supporter. It is disgusting to hook up with that person. Just for this, no matter how good his acting skills or popularity is, Xia Tian would not use him.

"Why is this?" Zhang Wan-shi asked curiously, not expecting Xia Tian to have such a big opinion on Richard Kiel.

"He hasn't released any excellent works for two years, and his current momentum has dropped sharply and is almost out of date, so we can't take the risk of asking him." Xia Tian waved his hand, "I think Al Pacino is good, or Robert De Niro is good, either."

"..." After hearing his recommendation, Zhang Wanqi nodded.

To be honest, Al Pacino and Robert De Niro are indeed much better than Richard Kiel. Al Pacino does not talk about other works, the Godfather alone is enough to establish his position. Robert De Niro's wonderful performances in "The Angry Bull" and "Taxi Driver" are also obvious to all.

"But if you ask them, it will cost a lot more money." Zhang Wanshi said in a turbulent manner again.

After all, both of them have won Oscar Yingti, and their pay is at least $8 million.

"It doesn't matter, as long as the money is spent on the right place and the money is worth it, it's worth it." Xia Tian smiled, "and directing high-cost movies is also beneficial to boost your reputation."
Chapter completed!