episode_0048

‘oil painting?’

It feels like the disjointed puzzle pieces are exquisitely falling into place.

Thanks to my detailed storyboard, Hyejin was able to easily recall the script image and faithfully follow the PD’s acting requests.

Plus, they are sensitive teenagers.

Although we only met for a short time, I think we have already developed a strong business relationship.

I also feel affectionate towards the fact that I am an actor who has truly taken on the role of a master.

‘I was jealous of that. That must be why your child’s mental state wasn’t good.’

Because kids are naturally possessive.

From this person’s perspective, he only drew black and white sketches, while someone else painted in oil on a 500-square-foot canvas.

A child with normal sensitivity would feel jealous and envious and would become stressed.

‘I have to answer this well.’

Winter Castle is about to premiere.

There’s still a long way to go, so the lead actress can’t have a mental breakdown.

This is also the weight of the crown that the creator must bear.

I’ll gladly accept it.

“Please, what’s the big deal? It’s just work.”

“day?”

“Yeah. As I expected, he was dying because he was so tall.”

“Then you drew it because of the ○○ key?”

“Isn’t that natural, considering the owner paid 420 billion won in production costs?”

The hand that had been moving on my thigh stopped.

He slowly turns his head and now looks straight into my eyes.

“Jenny Kim, the head of marketing at the headquarters in Japan, is a fierce and trembling person. She was completely smitten when she saw my drawing. Today, when I was reporting to the final meeting, she kept saying “Yes” or “Good” from beginning to end. ”

“Really? Is it good?”

“That’s because I built up affinity through drawings.”

“I heard that too. They say that the director froze over a simple question? But when my brother came out and said something, the director who looked like a Rottweiler turned into a Welsh Corgi.”

Hyejin is telling the story of what she heard.

Who the hell is giving this information to this kid?

I glanced at the rearview mirror and saw that Lord An Byeong-wook quickly avoided my gaze.

Is that me?

“So you had to draw it because you had to look good to the advertisers?”

It’s not like I had no choice but to draw it.

I also enjoy working,

No, I did observe the future app working from an omniscient first-person perspective.

I can’t bring myself to give those sparkling eyes a red pill.

“Then. You brought in 420 billion won worth of materials for a few million won and put Hyejin in as the lead actress. How much profit is that?”

420 billion came first and the drawing was an event after that, so the order is wrong.

I put Hyejin in as a chicken instead of a pheasant because Chae Seo-yoon said she wouldn’t do it.

What does that matter?

It’s okay if our Hyejin feels better.

“Thank you so much, Oppa. How can I repay your kindness?”

“Work hard on acting, put off dating as much as possible, and later become a world star and a regular member of the Cha Do-young division. That’ll do.”

I tried to pat her head, but then I stopped.

No matter what, you have to keep the line… .

huh?

Hyejin is rubbing her head against my dirty palm.

Self-stroking?

That’s why I look like a puppy nodding its head on someone’s leg.

“You can pat my head.”

“Hey, but if the actress’s hair gets messy,”

“Doyoung oppa is okay. He’s the director. The actor has to look his best.”

My heart melted at the sight of her smiling.

Suddenly, I felt envious of Hyejin’s mother.

I wish I had a daughter like this.

“The viewer rating doesn’t matter, so just finish it. If it doesn’t spread, I’ll draw a nice oil painting for you.”

“Really?”

“Yes. I exported it to China, so even if a rich fan who fell in love with the smoke begs me to sell it for 10 billion, I’ll give you a quality that makes you think you’d rather keep it than sell it for that amount of money.”

“Okay. I’ll really try my best.”

“I told you not to spread it.”

“I’ll try my best not to spread it.”

A little while after I dropped Hyejin off at home, I got a call from her mother.

[Hyejin’s mother] My child has become much brighter. Thank you so much for taking care of him.

[I] am an actor, so of course it is something I should do.

My actor… .

A word that makes the creator’s heart flutter.

Until the day when the number of model slots increases to 100 or 1,000 or more, and the division becomes a corps or army, not a division of the Chadoyoung Army.

I have to hold my breath and click on the app.

***

We have announced the public recruitment of scenarios for the Na○ki commercial drama.

The script selection prize money is 100 million won.

The number of recruits is ○.

And the prize is 1 billion won.

“Isn’t this prize money too high? It’s the same level as the production cost of a small to medium-sized film. ”

There were some internal opinions that were quite surprising.

“In the case of a high-budget Hollywood project, the script cost can exceed 200 million won.”

“This isn’t Hollywood.”

“The production company is Na○ki. The production cost is on a Hollywood scale. Then, it should be done at a Hollywood level. ”

“Isn’t that too much? Our country’s media judges are the best… ”

“It’s a Nike drama worth 420 billion won, but if they don’t spend this much money on the script contest, it’ll be a laughing stock. Do you want to make Na○ki a laughing stock?”

Distributor Songju Film, OTT Timind.

Maybe it’s because I’ve been playing around in the domestic market for too long, but my perspective is a bit narrow-minded.

My fresh and free-spirited ideas, which I had developed recently, played a role in preventing my mind from hardening, so it was better that way.

‘It’s just as fun to nag at people as it is to nag at future apps.’

I’ve heard from time to time that there’s a talent for nagging.

So, did you choose the future app?

Anyway, it’s fun to nag at people.

“Director Cha, how much do you think the total CG cost will be? I need to roughly estimate how much the production cost other than CG will be.”

Even though Timind Ji Seung-cheol was as old as my uncle, he was very polite in front of me.

And at the same time, he is treating Team Leader Jo Woon-seok comfortably.

Is there something slightly twisted in the family tree?

“First of all, I think all the investment funds from Timind can be spent on non-CG expenses. I also expect that CG expenses will not be spent at 70-80% of Na○ki’s investment funds.”

“The CG cost is cheaper than I thought? Is the CG quality low? ”

“Don’t worry about that. The CG company has guaranteed full CG at the level of .”

“Ah, the unit price negotiation went well.”

“Yes. The real CG director there liked Hyejin so he matched the price well. ”

“As expected, the connections of the head of the car…!”

Chief Seung-cheol Ji cleared his throat.

“Hollywood CG companies can’t make CF quality long-form dramas with this amount of money. They just can’t give me an estimate. What exactly is 30THC… .”

It would cost tens of millions of won per second just for CG, so of course it can’t be made.

We are considering a drama with a running time of 60 minutes per episode, with at least 6 episodes.

“From the beginning to the end, the identity of this drama will be to cover it up with CG at the level of .”

“If the script is well written, it will go beyond a commercial drama and become a masterpiece that will make a mark in the history of our country’s media.”

Because it is a very large project.

The director is also looking into it carefully and slowly.

Currently, all the directors who are considered worthy of their name are applying and saying they will do it.

We just have to be relaxed and strict.

“For the time being, the media scene in our country will be filled with endless bait thanks to the Na○ki Project.”

“It’s a 420 billion won drama, but this is a total black hole of bait.”

***

The video community where I purchased the scenario for .

The bulletin board here is on fire all day because of the Na○ki Project.

My community account ‘Brain Click’ also receives hundreds of messages every day.

This is because he is known as the animation director of the CG company Brain Click or ○ Key Project.

My mailbox is bursting with messages, so much so that I can’t even think of reading them.

‘The reply… has arrived.’

The original author of the animation that I had previously sent finally replied to my proposal for a theatrical version of the script.

[The animation received such a great response that I, as the original creator, feel a great sense of pride and accomplishment.

As you suggested, I will try writing a spin-off script for the theater version.

However, I have something to do right now, so it might take some time.]

I also sent a reply.

[Time is fine, so please take your time and just do a good piece.]

This time, we proceeded with a non-face-to-face electronic contract without meeting each other in person.

As before, 30 million won was paid up front for the theater version scenario fee.

‘Theatrical versions should only be available to membership subscribers and paid subscribers.’

The general version of will gradually become free over time, so general viewers can also watch it.

But now that it’s proven to be profitable, the theatrical version should make as much money as possible.

Because the best value for proving creativity is money.

[Hello, this is Aniprime.]

[This broadcasting station is the largest animation-specialized cable channel in Korea… (omitted)… and is not sparing any investment in expanding the domestic animation base… ]

I got another call from the number one animation broadcasting station in Korea.

A proposal to allow to be broadcast on their channel.

The conditions are definitely better than last time.

[If you are planning to produce a theatrical version, we will also make bold investments….]

Ignore the words saying you want to put a spoon in it.

I sent a reply saying that I wanted to sign a contract on the condition of one year of broadcasting.

But, less than 30 minutes later, I received a reply email saying that they would do so.

***

Winter Castle broadcast, D-Day.

I went to Hyejin’s house with my camera.

My parents, who seemed to be kind-hearted, welcomed me so warmly that I felt embarrassed.

“Director Cha, I have heard a lot from you. My daughter, who is lacking in many ways, is always indebted to you. Please continue to take good care of her in the future.”

“I don’t have anything to offer, but please eat a lot.”

“I came here to work.”

“You have to do this while eating.”

I should take a picture of Hyejin eating too.

I glanced over while setting up the tripod, and oh my gosh.

‘What are those clothes?’

Sleeveless top that reveals the shoulders, and black dolphin pants.

The face is like a baby’s, but the neck and below are explosive.

How could such an absurd burden be placed on those narrow and weak shoulders? No, that’s not important right now.

“Hyejin. What are those clothes you have?”

“Why? It’s home?”

“Go and change right now. Even if you take a picture of yourself like that, it won’t be enough for a vlog.”

“If it’s a vlog, shouldn’t it look as natural as possible? Who’s wrapped up like a nun at home?”

“Do you think vlogs are real, pure everyday life? Change your clothes right now. Make your sleeves and pants long.”

Hyejin came back after changing her clothes while grumbling.

Well, I’m satisfied.

As I was setting up the camera, my mother covered her mouth and laughed.

“As I’ve heard, you are truly trustworthy, Director. Please take good care of our daughter in the future.”

“Hyejin has the makings of a star, so if she doesn’t fall behind, she’ll easily become a top star.”

After filming the dining scene, we also heard his thoughts on the upcoming broadcast of his debut work.

How many times have I failed here?

“Cut, cut. Why are you so skilled? I want you to show me a little bit of nervousness and trembling, and that easygoing attitude. Is this difficult?”

“But how can I not be nervous at all? I’m so excited right now.”

“Act, act. You’re good at it.”

“Please make your vlog as natural as possible, just like you usually are?”

I also captured natural moments with my parents on camera.

It’s finally time for the first episode of to air.

Hyejin, who didn’t know she was nervous, finally shows a stiff expression.

“Your expression is just right now.”

After the commercial ends.

Finally, the first episode comes to an end.

A virtual Gangnam-daero intersection appeared.

***

Park Chul-min (30 years old, office worker), who changed from being a fan of actress Jo Si-yeon to a fan of rookie Hwang Hye-jin.

He lay on the sofa grumbling with an extremely annoyed expression on his face.

“Please let’s watch some soccer.”

“Winter Castle premieres today. It’s super hot these days. Oppa, you won’t regret watching it, right?”

“What’s the fun in watching that drama… .”

An expression full of boredom and tedium.

But his eyes are fixed on the TV, sparkling endlessly.

‘Wow, what are all those supercars? Did you sponsor them all? This is awesome.’

The familiar Gangnam-daero intersection.

The roads are filled with flashy cars like Porsche, Maserati, McLaren, Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Bugatti.

‘How did you manage to sell hundreds of these expensive cars…?’

“Wow, bro. Those cars are really cool. How much would they cost if they were all combined?”

“Honey, you don’t need something like that because it’s uncomfortable to ride and doesn’t give you a clear view. Carnival is the best.”

The moment when you react as calmly as possible.

-Kugugugu!

Suddenly the screen started shaking.

At the same time, the windows of a high-rise building at the intersection were shattered, spewing out flames and smoke.

Park Cheol-min suddenly got up.

Cracks were spreading on the exterior wall of a multi-story, high-rise building in Gangnam, and it was collapsing toward the intersection.

Countless supercars parked waiting for a signal.

The collapsed building crushes the expensive cars without any mercy.

Park Cheol-min shouted without realizing it.

“Wow, what the hell. How much is that?”