The First Film

 The two crazy men were Director Gus and Director George, who had been sent there by Chuck.

 They had used their relations to contact the offices of Columbia University, with the intention to ask leave for Qin Guan in advance.

 However, before the stubborn Prof. Martin, the two guys experienced rejection for the first time.

 Columbia had granted its professors great power. As a result, they could be as strict as they wished with temporary leave approval.

 "Ridiculous! My students are all elite New York residents. As soon as he finishes his courses with me, he could become an economic analyst for stupid rich men in the White House. Why should I ask my good student to shoot silly films with you? Because of your high IQ?"

 As a leader of the American academic circle, Prof. Martin had reason to be proud. The two directors were both good negotiators though.