Chapter 1251: The Film and Television Alliance

Jiang Wen acted quickly. According to the news Zhao Fusheng received from Ye Jing, he and Chen Daoming had already begun secretly contacting some artists to prepare for the establishment of an actors' association.

"A waste of effort, no chance."

That was Ye Jing's assessment. When he said this, he was right in the middle of a high-level meeting at Future Group.

"President Ye, is it really that bad?" Zheng Yao, unfamiliar with such matters, casually asked, "Chen Daoming and Jiang Wen hold prominent positions in the film and television circle and have extensive connections. They also put in a lot of effort in the recent matter concerning Hong Kong and Taiwan. Why aren't you optimistic about them?"

Not only her, but Dong Chenxi, Bai Jie, and others also looked at Ye Jing curiously.

Ye Jing smiled bitterly and shook his head helplessly. "President Zheng, the chairman and I share the same view on this. Not to mention the obvious obstacles, even the various unwritten rules alone are enough to make them run into a wall."

Zheng Yao was taken aback, then looked at Ye Jing expectantly, clearly waiting for him to continue.

Ye Jing glanced at Zhao Fusheng.

Zhao Fusheng smiled. "To be honest, Brother Ye, I'm also curious. Why do you think they can't succeed?"

Unlike Ye Jing, Zhao Fusheng's pessimism about Jiang Wen and Chen Daoming's actions stemmed from the fact that even by the time of his rebirth, he had never heard of this performers' association, meaning they had failed. Even if there might be slight differences in a parallel universe, in his heart, he still didn't think their current attempt would succeed.

But actually giving a reason was a bit difficult for Zhao Fusheng.

Ye Jing, on the other hand, as a big shot within the Beijing circle, had words and reasons that were more convincing. So Zhao Fusheng didn't mind listening carefully to what Ye Jing had to say.

Sighing, Ye Jing felt somewhat helpless but understood that among Future Group's management, he was probably the one with the deepest understanding of the film and television circle. That was also why Zhao Fusheng had entrusted Future Film and Television to him and had Bai Jie transition to managing finances.

Since that was the case, he had an obligation to explain some of the rules within the circle to these people.

"Chen Daoming and Jiang Wen have good intentions, and their original purpose is certainly for the public good. I admire them for that too." Ye Jing picked up the teacup in front of him, took a sip, shook his head, and seemed to recall something as he smiled. "But the problem is, their ideas are a bit too naive, or rather, completely detached from reality.

First, our situation is different from that of Hong Kong or even Hollywood. Our country's review process for non-governmental organizations is quite strict. Any non-governmental organization will inevitably have people inserted by the authorities. Moreover, if we want to establish this performers' association, it must first be reviewed by the Federation of Literary and Art Circles. Even if it passes the review, don't forget, this involves cultural aspects. Can we bypass the General Administration? If we don't get their approval first, they could easily blacklist us. How would these actors make a living then? Would they have to go home and fend for themselves?"

Hearing Ye Jing's words, the women all nodded in agreement. Even Zhao Fusheng deeply concurred in his heart. Although it seemed somewhat absurd, that was the national condition.

Not to mention a performers' association, even a group company like Future Advertising sometimes had to deal with buck-passing among various departments. The relevant authorities nowadays often rushed to collect money when there were benefits, claiming to be the competent department. But when you needed them to handle matters, they put on a difficult face and made things hard, almost as if their eyes were on their foreheads.

What Ye Jing said really hit the nail on the head.

"Anything else?" Zhao Fusheng asked Ye Jing.

"Of course, that's just the first hurdle." Ye Jing smiled bitterly. "Look at the people Old Jiang contacted before—they're all actors, right? So let's talk about actors. If you're setting up this actors' association, don't you have to include those veteran artists? With them around, who will be the president? Who will lead the association? Those veteran artists would fight tooth and nail over a chair at a meeting, believe me."

Everyone exchanged glances. Zheng Yao and Dong Chenxi were especially wide-eyed with surprise, clearly unable to believe that those veteran artists, who usually appeared kind on screen, could have another side.

Zhao Fusheng found this quite normal. After all, there were genuine artists and fake ones. For example, Qi Baishi and Xu Beihong were true artists. But what about that actress who plagiarized her teacher's work, took a large number of valuable paintings, and ultimately caused her teacher to lose a leg? How could she shamelessly call herself an artist?

The saddest thing in this world is forgetting.

For many people who lived through the 1960s and 1970s, the saddest thing is that some only remember the suffering they endured but forget what they once did. It's like years later, only those who were insulted and harmed come forward to recall the past, while the perpetrators, brazenly using the despicable excuse of youthful ignorance, continue to live freely.

Sad, but that's reality.

Ye Jing didn't know that his words had triggered some thoughts in Zhao Fusheng. He concluded, "Finally, this performers' association is also unfriendly to many经纪 companies. After all, if artists have an organization, it would cause a lot of trouble for经纪 companies if they want to blacklist an artist."

His last few words made Zheng Yao, Dong Chenxi, and others frown.

It was often said that one's position determines one's perspective. If they were still ordinary people, they might think the performers' association was useful. But now, as senior executives of Future Group, in other words, from an investor's perspective, following Ye Jing's line of thought, they felt it was better for such an association not to exist.

"Overall, it's a thankless task that's doomed to fail." Ye Jing finally summarized. "Old Jiang and Chen Daoming have good intentions, but reality is a hurdle they can't overcome."

Then he smiled and said, "But the alliance that the chairman discussed with Zhao Baogang earlier, I think it's quite meaningful. Maybe we can get involved."

Film and Television Alliance?

Everyone's eyes narrowed, looking at Zhao Fusheng with confusion, clearly not understanding Ye Jing's words.

Zhao Fusheng shrugged and said nothing, but his gaze turned to Ye Jing.

Ye Jing understood his intention and explained some of the things he had discussed with Zhao Baogang. Finally, he said, "Our Future Group has resources and capital. Although we lack in star actors, that can complement other companies. If this loose alliance can be formed, we can fully grasp most of the discourse power in the film and television circle."

Everyone's eyes lit up. If what Ye Jing said was true, it would undoubtedly be excellent news for Future Group.

The matter of the performers' association was quickly forgotten by everyone. After all, it was the actors' business. Future Group was an investor and had little to do with it.

They were more concerned about how much benefit this so-called 'Film and Television Alliance' could bring to the company.

"Based on this, I think we can participate more in film and TV drama investments," Dong Chenxi said slowly. Having previously been in charge of Future Film and Television, she was qualified to say this.

Zheng Yao nodded. "Our advertising resources are definitely coveted by many. If they want to cooperate with us, as long as they offer satisfactory terms, we can work with them."

This woman had gone crazy; she wanted a piece of any profitable business.

Zhao Fusheng had simply stopped caring about Zheng Yao's obsession with wealth creation. As long as she didn't do anything illegal, the rest wasn't a problem.

Moreover, Zhao Fusheng himself actually enjoyed the thrill of watching his wealth grow continuously.

Real money, earned through skill—who wouldn't like that?

Zhao Fusheng wasn't a fool.