Chapter 275: Life Is Full of Encounters_2
The oldest actress is named Wang Shujuan, in her early thirties. She isn't very pretty but has a captivating presence, and most importantly, she's an excellent actress. Among the five artists in the company, she is currently doing the best, with the highest status. She has appeared in many films and TV shows, and audiences often recognize her face.
Her contract with the company now has less than a year remaining, and she has mainly relied on herself to secure roles. New Bright Film and Television hasn't provided much help in the past two years.
Currently, she is the most likely to terminate her contract with Fengmang Film and Television Company.
The other two female artists are slightly older, both twenty-five years old. One named Jiang Shumin, a graduate of the Shanghai Theatre Academy, previously starred in a web series produced by New Bright Film and Television, which gained some popularity online. Additionally, she has played minor roles in other dramas.
Apart from these, she is the second female lead in "Mountain Order."
The slightly younger one, twenty-three, is Luo Yingying, who just graduated a year ago from the Beijing Film Academy. Even before graduation, she was signed by the former New Bright Film and Television, and quickly starred in a web film and a television drama that were broadcast on TV, gaining some recognition. But after that, she didn't even get minor roles.
Of course, except for the leading female role in "Mountain Order," although "Mountain Order" has yet to pass review and is far from release.
In reality, she and Jiang Shumin have limited scenes in the male-centric drama "Mountain Order," mostly as decorative presence.
The biggest feature of these two female artists is their high attractiveness, both having influencer-like faces while also being talented in acting.
Both signed five-year contracts with New Bright Film and Television before, with Jiang Shumin having roughly three years left and Luo Yingying four years remaining.
Their breach of contract fees are very high, indicating that New Bright Film and Television had high expectations for them initially.
As for the two male artists, both Flower Handsome Men, the older one is only twenty-three years old, named Zhang Hang, originally a male model. The younger one, twenty-two, is Gong Yi, a graduate of the acting department of Xiu State Art College, who was signed upon graduation and then filmed "Mountain Order."
Subsequently, the signing company went bankrupt and sold off.
Both had signed five-year long-term contracts with New Bright Film and Television, and less than a year has passed. Besides, the breach fines are exceptionally high.
Now they can only hope Fengmang Film and Television is more reliable than New Bright Film and Television, and has deeper pockets.
Unfortunately, what they've discovered in recent days is not optimistic, since Chen Feng is basically a sole trader. They don't know how much money he personally has, but at least Chen Feng had no prior fame and is completely new to the film industry.
After the company meeting, the five of them were asked to stay behind, along with Zhao Guoqing, the two women from Sun and Wu, and Hu Rui.
Hu Rui was persuaded by Chen Feng to stay, offered a high salary, and appointed as the manager of the artist department, fully responsible for the management and promotion of the company's artists, a significant role. Comparing her dissatisfaction at Star Media, the choice was obvious.
"Though Fengmang Film and Television is a new company, we cannot be considered film industry rookies. We have Zhao Guoqing, Mr. Zhao, an industry veteran with over forty years in film as our company advisor. Mr. Zhao has an extensive network and rich industry experience. If you have any doubts in the future, you can consult Mr. Zhao.
Our artist department manager, Hu Rui, Manager Hu, has worked in agent affairs for over ten years, starting as a small assistant, then continually learning from Sister Hua at Star Media. Sister Hua is essentially her mentor, and they have a close relationship. You'll all be under her management, and she'll handle your work and promotional activities planning.
Additionally, I want to announce that our company's general manager will be Lu Sijia, the former general manager of Zijinteng Media Culture. After dealing with personal matters, she will take office in a few days. She was the producer of the hit drama "Immortal Destiny," which she planned and crafted. She is well-versed in film production and company management. I believe our company will thrive under her management, producing blockbuster works like "Immortal Destiny" and even better ones."
Chen Feng's words were quite encouraging, even someone like Wang Shujuan, an "old artist" felt stirred. She initially planned to leave when the contract expired but now, with a new owner, she couldn't help but reconsider.
"We are now providing you with new agents, work assistants, personal assistants, makeup artists, stylists, etc., and will also improve your monthly benefits. I believe the investment in you will be worthwhile, and we will achieve mutual success. Simply put, we'll do our best to make you stars, including Sister Wang. If you give us more time, I assure you won't regret it."
After Chen Feng completed his motivational speech, the next item was handed over to Hu Rui, the manager of the artist department, to address signing new contracts with Fengmang Film and Television.
Ideally, the contract term should be longer.
Hu Rui presented them each with a new contract. Although Wang Shujuan's new contract improved her conditions, the term was extended to three years, which she immediately opposed, bargaining fiercely with Hu Rui, eventually agreeing that Fengmang Film and Television would have preferential renewal rights under the same conditions after the current contract expires.
This almost implies she doesn't intend to directly renew with Fengmang Film and Television, let alone extend the contract term.
Thus, Hu Rui could not make the final decision and looked toward Chen Feng, the boss.
Chen Feng generously waved his hand and said, "Alright, let's proceed according to Sister Wang's wishes. However, I hope Sister Wang understands that within the remaining year of the contract period, our company won't be able to focus its resources on promoting you."
Wang Shujuan hesitated a moment, then nodded with a hint of frustration, "Of course, I understand."
"That's great, then let's sign again with us following the conditions of the previous New Bright Film and Television contract."
The meaning was clear in those words; the improved conditions in the new contract were gone. Hu Rui understood instantly and promptly returned a printed copy of the contract.
Wang Shujuan criticized Chen Feng internally for being stingy, but obviously couldn't say anything openly.
The remaining four artists exchanged glances, each revealing submissive expressions, not daring to say or ask anything further, each exposing an obedient demeanor.