Commendably, the coal boss only provided funding for the film, leaving all other aspects to professionals.
In contrast, other capitalists were stingy with their investments yet opinionated and bossy, leading to plot modifications and backstage dealings that resulted in films worse than dog feces.
Another company, Liuyun Media, maintained close ties with major domestic film and television academies. Most of its artists were professionally trained, possessing solid skills and diverse talents in singing, dancing, and acting.
However, this abundance of professionally trained artists led to fierce internal competition within the company.
Without exceptional strength, it was difficult to establish oneself.
Jiang Ling possessed that strength.
The other four companies.
Huiyao was the strongest but also the most treacherous, with intense internal competition and backstage schemes among actors that rivaled palace intrigue.
Wang Jianzhong, lacking deep knowledge of Huiyao, dared not recommend it lightly.
As for Huohua, Feixing, and Zuyue, they were all the same caliber.
They focused solely on actors' looks and popularity, lacking talent and acting skills. Relying on capital, they blindly promoted traffic, creating a toxic environment in the industry.
Over the years, the entertainment industry had seen a series of unsavory incidents, including tax evasion, drunk driving accidents, prostitution, sleeping with fans, and scams. At least nine out of ten scandals involved artists from these three companies.
Signing with these three companies might bring quick money, but anyone hoping to become a timeless star in the entertainment industry should have a reality check.
After introducing Miaofeng and Liuyun, Wang Jianzhong took a sip of wine and continued, "Your skills are the best among the younger generation. Joining either of these two companies would offer better development. However, I suggest you wait until 'Beauty Without Rival' is released. I have a hunch that the role of Zhao Hede will explode. Be patient and wait for a better offer; you'll have more choices then."
Wang Jianzhong's advice was sincere. Jiang Ling also wanted to take on two or three more roles, use her acting to win over fans, and then return to her peak.
Jiang Ling arrived in a hurry and left just as quickly.
On the plane to Modu, Jiang Ling was dozing off when she suddenly received a call from Big Beard.
"Xiao Jiang, I heard from Old Wang that you haven't signed with an agency since leaving Huohua Media?" Big Beard asked with a smile.
"Director Zhang, not yet."
"Is that so? If you're interested, I can help you get a connection. Although this industry is a mess, there are still good companies. There's no need to waste your youth on a rotten company like Huohua. If you need anything, remember to call me."
Jiang Ling did not refuse and replied with a smile, "Okay, I'll trouble you then, Director Zhang!"
"Hey, what are you talking about!"
Like Wang Jianzhong, Big Beard saw Jiang Ling's immense potential.
Long Guo was a society of relationships and connections.
Achieving anything without sufficient connections was impossible.
This was even more true in the entertainment industry, where human relationships were as cold and realistic as possible.
Providing charcoal in the snow was far more sincere and touching than adding flowers to the brocade.
While Jiang Ling had not yet fully grown, they naturally had to invest in the relationship thoroughly.
One had to admit, these two old foxes had excellent foresight.
By wholeheartedly assisting Jiang Ling in her time of hardship, they would undoubtedly receive endless returns in the future.