art master

Chapter 208 Broader Cooperation
Mu Bai felt that Xiang Shuxuan under him was like a big fish, shouting: "You lied to me!" while struggling desperately.

Mu Bai tried his best to ride on Xiang Shuxuan and hold her down.

The firefighters rushed over and took the opportunity to control Xiang Shuxuan.

Mu Bai got up from Xiang Shuxuan and looked at her crying and screaming. Mu Bai said with a cold face: "Kong Sheng used his own life to prove your innocence, but you are going to die!"

When Xiang Shuxuan heard this, she suddenly stopped struggling, as if someone had taken all her strength and made her go limp.

After the medical staff took Xiang Shuxuan away, the head of the department came to thank him, and asked Mu Bai's name and class, saying that he wanted to apply for Mu Bai's "Brave Action Award".

Mu Bai humbly said a few words, as for the "reward for righteous deeds", forget it, it is of no practical use, and it will take up a lot of his time.

After bidding farewell to the director of the Performance Department, Mu Bai quickly came to the Fine Arts Department.

It happened that Zhou Yazhe had no class, so Mu Bai talked to him about the purpose of this trip.

After listening to Mu Bai's intention, Zhou Yazhe held his chin and thought about it for more than ten seconds: "It's no problem for me to be the director. I have also participated in the production of several animation films, and I am quite familiar with the process.

"But this is a big project, and it might be inappropriate if only the art department is involved."

"Isn't it right?" Mu Bai didn't quite understand Zhou Yazhe's meaning.

Zhou Yazhe smiled and said: "Yes, that's not right. Your studio has recruited so many students from the Department of Fine Arts and Classical Chinese as part-time jobs, and has achieved considerable success. Some people have long been jealous.

"But you are a student of the music department. I guess even the music department has some opinions on your approach."

Mu Bai thought about it, just like what Zhou Yazhe said, when he was talking to class teacher Li Yang before, the class teacher said something like "studios opened by music students can't always be cheaper than art departments".

I understand that I only recruited a few students from the music department. Even after the dubbing and soundtrack work is over, I have been finding jobs for them, and I have not dismissed them because of this.

Zhou Yazhe added: "If you want the support of the school, I suggest that I simply report this project to the leadership of the college. This kind of thing that can not only gain reputation but also provide students with experience, the college will definitely actively participate in it."

"With the words of the director of the academy, we can get twice the result with half the effort by organizing a team from the art department, music department, and performance department to help you run the film in an all-round way."

Mu Bai pondered for a while, this proposal is not bad.

But he also has his concerns: "I will be the producer and director of this film."

"Are you going to be the director?" Zhou Yazhe frowned: "No, the job of directing is not as easy as you imagined. It's best to find a teacher from the acting department to take it on."

Mu Bai smiled and said: "Look, this is what I'm most afraid of, this project was negotiated by me, and I've already made up my mind about the specific production.

"What if the school leaders get involved in the project, but completely deny my plan, and I have no say in the hiring, then why should I bother with this? I might as well outsource it to a film and television company."

Zhou Yazhe took a sip of tea and leaned back in his chair: "Are you sure?"

"Of course I'm sure." Mu Bai said with a smile: "Otherwise, why would I bother?
"I just don't trust someone else to be the director and end up producing something nondescript. After all, My Neighbor Totoro was written by me, and I know the character best."

Zhou Yazhe stared at Mu Bai for a while: "It's too risky for you to lead this movie, and the general planning department of Pinghai Mansion will let you do it?"

"I don't think there is any risk. It is a huge risk to find other people to cooperate." Mu Bai emphasized: "Again, this project was negotiated by me, and I need the initiative to be in my hands.

"The staff of Pinghai Mansion trusted me to confirm the project. It cannot be said that the college has provided some help, but it is necessary to take away the initiative."

Mu Bai would rather this project go to waste than let someone else direct the My Neighbor Totoro movie.

Zhou Yazhe felt Mu Bai's persistence, he stared at the ceiling and thought for a while before saying: "Okay, I will report your opinion truthfully.

"However, if you want both the support of the school and the initiative, you'd better talk to Director Hao, and let's work together to promote this project."

"No problem." Mu Baiyou said: "But hurry up, Pinghai Mansion is in a hurry, and they will send someone to talk to me in detail next week.

"If the academy wants to participate in this project, it must have a clear attitude this week. In that case, when I negotiate with the people in the general planning department, the academy will also send people to show sincerity."

Zhou Yazhe nodded: "Let's go to Director Hao right away."

The two came to Hao Wenzhong's office together, and Mu Bai explained his purpose.

Hao Wenzhong naturally agreed with this kind of opportunity for students to practice.

But when it came to the issue of dominance, Hao Wenzhong also felt that Mu Bai's suggestion was a bit inappropriate: "It's unrealistic for you to ask the school leaders and teachers to run errands for you."

Mu Bai who was sitting on the sofa was stunned for a while, it seemed that he really couldn't bear it in terms of face.

As soon as he thought about it, he came up with an idea: "We can let the school leaders and teachers be the producers, and our studio will do the actual operation."

Mu Bai's idea, to put it bluntly, is to let the school leaders and teachers "become high officials", but when it comes to doing things, the studio will do the work, and the "high officials" can only give some guidance.

This gave the college leaders and teachers enough face, not only getting the support of the college's manpower, but also holding the initiative in their hands.

Hao Wenzhong twirled the short beard on his chin: "This is a solution. Without further ado, let's go to the dean's office."

With Hao Wenzhong coming forward, it was easy to meet the dean.

The dean must be over 50 years old, with gray beard and hair, a little fat, and wearing a pair of black-rimmed glasses.

The dean politely invited Hao Wenzhong to the reception area, and asked the secretary to make tea for everyone.

The dean's words and deeds were very kind, and he smiled at Mu Bai: "A while ago, you turned Zhou Guo upside down!"

Mu Bai smiled embarrassedly: "I didn't expect the dean to know me."

"I know every outstanding student in the school!" The dean said, "Including Yang Wenjun, although what she did has hurt the dignity of the school, but she is also a good person!"

Everyone chatted for a while before Hao Wenzhong explained the purpose of his visit.

After the dean listened, he remained silent for a long time.

Mu Bai and others didn't bother him, giving him time to think.

The reception area was quiet for more than half a minute before the dean said to Mu Bai, "Are you really qualified for the position of director?"

Mu Bai smiled warmly: "Dean, I'm ejaculating..."

The dean waved his hand and interrupted Mu Bai: "I don't care how good you are in other industries, it's a fact that you haven't directed any film and television works until now.

"To be honest, I also hope that the academy can participate in this project. I can understand that you want to take the lead, and I can agree to your plan.

"But if you want to direct this movie just because you don't have the ability to direct, that's not acceptable, and it's a huge hidden danger!"

Mu Bai sighed and leaned on the back of the sofa, he understood the dean's concerns better.

Both Hao Wenzhong and Zhou Yazhe had the desire to help Mu Bai, so they believed in Mu Bai's ability, even blindly.But the dean has to consider the teachers and students participating in the project and the possible impact of the project.

Mu Bai thought about it, and suddenly smiled: "If I have a film and television work directed by myself, will the dean believe in my ability?"

The dean, Hao Wenzhong, and Zhou Yazhe were all taken aback.

Mu Bai quickly continued: "To be honest, the studio has received a job for a film and television single, and production should start in the near future.

"I intend to present this film and television single in the form of an animated film.

"Dean, do you think this is okay? Let's finalize the cooperation plan first, and there is no rush to choose the director.

"After the release of the film and television single I directed, if everyone thinks that my level is not good, then find a senior director to direct "My Neighbor Totoro", I will never have any objection.

"But if the film and television single is not bad, then everyone should let me direct it.

"What do you think of this proposal?"

The dean nodded slightly: "Then skip the agenda of the director candidate first, and wait until we have a meeting to study it before deciding whether to participate in this project."

Although the dean said to study it first, Mu Bai felt that the dean had decided to get involved.

An animated film requires a lot of manpower. The original painting alone requires a team of 50 to [-] people.

It also needs professional voice actors, as well as professional soundtrack staff. The scale and professionalism are not comparable to the game "Xiangwang Fengyunlu".

It can be said that without the help of the school, it would be difficult for Mu Bai to play well, and he might really have to seek the cooperation of the film and television company.That's why Mu Bai first thought of La Zhou Yazhe to come in after the "My Neighbor Totoro" movie project had an idea.

Using Zhou Yazhe's relationship and recruiting a few experienced teachers into the group, the personnel problem can almost be solved.

At the same time, this is of great benefit to the college. The students of the college really need this kind of experience.

However, Mu Bai did not expect this matter to come before the dean.

This is also a good thing, with the dean speaking, Mu Bai can get more high-quality resources.

For the dean, not only can they find a large-scale opportunity for students to practice, but once the film is successful, it can also be regarded as part of the dean's achievements.

After bidding farewell to the principal, Hao Wenzhong, and Zhou Yazhe, Mu Bai took a taxi back to the studio.

As soon as he entered the yard, Mu Bai found that the outer wall was almost covered by Liu Zhe and the others. Looking at the dazzling array of murals on the outer wall, he pinched his waist and said with a smile: "It's time to arrange the second training for Liu Zhe's team!"

Mu Bai called Liu Zhe down from the scaffolding, looked at the entire cement tunnel in the front yard and said, "Let's draw something fun."

(End of this chapter)