Chapter 145 I’ll come say hello next year!
“I have always believed that at the Cannes Film Festival, only directors Zhang Yimou and Jia Zhangke deserve to stand on the podium because the core of their stories is touching. But I have never seen a film directed by Guan until today , I just want to say, who likes to watch the core? "Di Renjie: The Tongtian Empire" is so exciting, right? Who would have thought that the Emperor Di of the Tang Dynasty would be enveloped in an evil atmosphere, and the Tongtian Pagoda was so eerie and terrifying? The ghost city, all kinds of ghosts and monsters, this is definitely a blockbuster full of Chinese culture! "
"Don't forget "Farewell My Concubine", isn't director Chen Kaige also a regular at Cannes, although the quality of movies has been declining recently? But this movie is indeed an epic movie among Chinese movies. "
The discussion on the Internet is quite fierce, but the evaluation of Brother Chen Kai is simply disappointing. What does it mean that the quality of movies is declining?
"The special effects in "The Empire of Heaven" made me even wonder if they were filmed by Chinese people. But when I think about "2012", I understand that Guan has always been at this level."
“I was shocked by the setting of the red flame beetle poison. It reminded me of an American TV series "Breaking Bad" that just started this year. The plot and poison in it were nothing compared to this poison. It doesn’t matter. It can spontaneously combust, and it is explained clearly in a scientific way. The imagination in the Chinese people’s minds is simply wonderful.”
“I love suspense movies, and I thought this drama would do it. There are twenty-four films, and I am looking forward to it. This is the film version of "The Case of the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty"! I wonder what it will look like when this book that caused a sensation in Europe and the United States is produced! "
In Europe and the United States, anyone who loves reading knows Di Renjie, because "The Case of Di Gong of the Tang Dynasty" has been popular in Europe and the United States for many years, and its sales have already exceeded 20 million copies. It’s not even an exaggeration to say it was a sensation!
“I have only watched "Hero" and "House of Flying Daggers", Chinese costume films. In my opinion, "The Empire" is more worth watching than them because it is full of things that the other two movies don't have. imagination.”
As the discussion about Guan Ling’s beating incident becomes more and more intense, more and more people watch the movie, and there are more comments on “The Empire of Heaven”.
During the interview, Spielberg also mentioned, "Don't ask me anymore about the beatings and my breaking up of fights. Let's talk about my movie, shall we? Or talk about his "Tongtian" "Empire", although the styles of the two movies are completely different, one thing is that our special effects are definitely Hollywood standards."
Some French audiences who love Chinese culture saw this movie and said excitedly: "This is definitely the first Chinese-language film. Starting from Tongtian Empire, it can be followed by filming The Golden Case, The Case of the Bronze Bell, Frogs in the Lotus Pond, The Painted Screen, The Rain Master's Trace, The Prince's Coffin, The Secret Shadow of the Resurrection, etc. Too many! I am very happy to see that Sherlock Holmes of China can finally be photographed. I also hope that Guan can concentrate on completing this project. This is also the expectation of many people who love Chinese culture and Di Gong! "
“It is undeniable that we at Cannes saw the progress of the Chinese film industry, and also saw that Director Guan revived China’s hero Di Gong of the Tang Dynasty. Recently, "Iron Man" was hit, and in the Tang Dynasty, Di Renjie Perhaps he is the Iron Man of the Tang Dynasty. He can move freely in the temple and the world. "After "2012", Guan's return to Chinese movies is something that Hollywood cannot understand. A paradise for filmmakers. But in Cannes, we found the reason. Guan is working hard for Chinese films, and he has done it! "The Empire of Heaven" is definitely a Chinese blockbuster that can go global!"
" This is the most eye-catching and surprising Chinese film I have seen in Cannes. Although it is not in the competition, it must be the biggest surprise at this Cannes Film Festival.”
On the forum, the discussion about "Tongtian Empire" is getting more and more popular.
Some fans even came to watch it again, hoping to clarify more details. Sometimes it is difficult for them to understand the emotional changes of Chinese people. For example, Liu Dehua was against Wu Zetian at first, but why was he willing to help Wu Zetian later? Although this plot often appears in Hollywood blockbusters, in the Chinese context, it involves many factors such as loyalty, righteousness, the world, and the people.
Foreigners really need to think about and discuss.
At the scene, many viewers also asked the Cannes Film Festival to screen this film.
Everyone has a curiosity for novelty. I heard that this movie is relatively novel. It contains the passionate collision of the director's unique and weird imagination, as well as the suspenseful context of Chinese detective heroes, and rich and realistic special effects. Everyone wants to see it.
The discussion is becoming more and more popular, and more and more people are coming to the scene. Even after listening to Spielberg's words and watching "Raiders of the Lost Ark 4", many people will also come to watch "Detective Detective Dee". "Bongtian Empire".
Guan Ling requested that the phenomenon of stolen filming be strictly eliminated at the scene. Fortunately, the film festival was very strict in the management of related content and did not leak the source of the film.
When he came to the scene with Fan Bingbing, Guan Ling looked at the bustling crowd and felt calm.
“Director Guan, I really didn’t expect that your slap would have a publicity effect.”
Fan Bingbing saw the crowd swarming at the scene and got together with Guan Ling. All around, joking.
“I should have given me more slaps.” Guan Ling sighed, “It can relieve my anger and add publicity to the movie.”
“How about you give me some more publicity? "Fan Bingbing looked at Guan Ling with charming eyes.
"Huh?" Guan Ling didn't react for a while, but when he looked at Fan Bingbing's eyes, he realized something in his heart.
"I mean, why don't you slap me a few times?" Fan Bingbing leaned close to Guan Ling's ear and spoke to Guan Ling in a low voice.
Guan Ling's fist hardened in an instant.
"I have never seen such excessive demands in my life."
Why doesn't Guan Ling understand what Fan Bingbing means? A slap would naturally be on the buttocks.
“It’s not too much at all. Director Guan said he would make me famous, so he brought me to Cannes. I am still well received and now I have appeared all over the world.” Fan Bingbing was still extremely happy. , "The slap can't be in vain. I heard that Director Guan will have a new movie in Hollywood soon?"
In the past two days, in order to block the favors Sharon sold, the news on the Internet should be It was seen by Fan Bingbing.
"There are plans for several movies, but the role is not yours." Guan Ling said with a smile, "The heroines needed for these two movies must be young."
"I'm not enough Are you young?" Fan Bingbing was very angry. She is only 28 years old.
“It’s not suitable for the role.” Guan Ling said, “Although I know you want to change the role with a slap, but there is really nothing suitable for you in these two movies. But the ugly words are ahead, you first You're the one who teased me, but you still have to get slapped."
"Okay, okay." Fan Bingbing was furious, "I'm still thinking about the person who rubbed and pinched me before. It’s not like you.”
At the same time, there are also many people in France, Europe and the United States who want to buy the adaptation and distribution rights of "The Empire of Heaven".
Guan Ling had long thought that the distribution rights of this movie would definitely be sold in Europe.
The only place that doesn't need to be sold is North America, because it can just add some burden to Gaihaote and rely on his distribution experience to get the film released in the United States.
Now that Sharon Stone is involved, this movie is also very popular in the United States.
So this movie has contributed more to Fan Bingbing’s global popularity than all the movies she made in China, except for "Apple". After all, this movie made her famous at the Berlin Film Festival. gained some popularity.
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“Hit me!”
In the hotel, Fan Bingbing and Guan Ling were talking.
"Director Guan, if I don't have a role in the latest two movies, then I will take on other movies." After all, Director Guan is also the boss, so Fan Bingbing still has to discuss it with Guan Ling.
"There is no need to tell me. Lingyun Media will help you find resources and replace them with you, but it will not interfere with your freedom to choose movies. I am not in the mood to interfere with you."< br>
“Can’t you care about me?”
“Go ahead and don’t take your heart.” Guan Ling said, “I care about whether you are tired or not. I will take you to the heights of Hollywood. That’s enough. .”
"The first sentence made me uncomfortable, but the last sentence is okay. Next time you say something that doesn't make me happy, at least don't be negative." Fan Bingbing rolled his eyes, "It seems that you are a heartless person. Liar. Remember to take it out next time."
Guan Ling definitely didn't listen to her, so he paid a little attention. "Then tell me, what kind of movie is there?"
"Sister Zhang Ziyizhang contacted me the day before yesterday and said that she wanted to produce a project. The director is a newcomer named Jin Yimeng. She She is the lead actor and also a producer. I heard that she wanted to find a Korean actor. The name of the project is "Perfect", and I think I can take it."
"Jin Yimeng?" Guan Ling searched and remembered this person. She was China's first female director with a box office of over 100 million.
Her representative work is "One Night Surprise". This woman studied in the directing department in the United States, so many movies are written in Hollywood style. In short, they are purely commercial movies. From the first second Until the last second, we will try to get you to sit in the theater.
"If Zhang Ziyi becomes the producer, then you can go." Guan Ling nodded.
"There is also a movie called "Wheat Field" directed by He Ping. It seems to be a costume drama, but it is plot-oriented. I am also ready to take it."
"Okay, these two The movie sounds good."
"Okay, although you said it very perfunctorily, but you nodded, then I will take it." Fan Bingbing reached for Guan Ling's hand. "Continue."
"Director Guan, I have no part in these two movies, but if you don't give me a role in the next one in Hollywood, don't even think about slapping me next time."
"How dare you threaten me? ?" Guan Ling was very angry.
Fan Bingbing was so frightened that his legs went weak.
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The popularity of "Bongtian Empire" spread to the domestic media.
Netizens are watching eagerly, and there are many good reviews. Some people who have watched the movie in France even go to Douban to rate it, and they all have high scores.
It’s a pity that domestic audiences can’t see it.
“I beg for the early release of “The Empire of Tongtian”.”
“Guan Ling is not a human being. He arouses our interest while showing it to foreigners, but he won’t show it in China. If this goes on , I definitely won’t buy a ticket.”
“There is a high probability that the date cannot be changed. Isn’t this obviously for the summer season?” There are still people who can see the situation clearly.
There was a lot of noise on the Internet, and many people were angry and scolded Guan Ling for being unreasonable, but there was nothing they could do, the time would not be changed, and they had to wait.
As for Guan Ling, while enjoying the wonderful nightlife with Fan Bingbing in Cannes, they also traveled a little and witnessed the romantic scenes in France.
Time flies and May 26th comes, and the awards are about to be held.
Guan Ling was invited to be one of the award presenters. This was specially invited by Sean Penn. After all, the slapping incident had a far-reaching impact and made this Cannes Film Festival out of the spotlight. This popularity is not in vain.
Furthermore, a donation ceremony to China will be held after the award ceremony. After Guan Ling knows this, he will naturally not refuse the award.
It is a pity that Chinese movies, and even Asian movies, have failed miserably.
European films won big, the Palme d'Or was awarded to the French film "Between the Walls", and the Best Director Award went to Nuri Bilge Ceylan, the director of the Turkish "Three Monkeys" , Jia Zhangke came with full expectations, but found nothing.
Guan Ling presented the Palme d'Or for the best short film to the Romanian film "Pan Feng Guan".
On the award podium, the host joked with Guan Ling: "Director Guan, I see you will be the guest of honor. Many people on the forum raised questions, saying that although great commercial film directors have the power and ability As a guest of honor, but you have never won an award at Cannes, people are questioning how you dare to come forward. Director Guan, what do you think?”
“Is there such a topic?” Guan Ling said with a smile, "I really don't pay attention to this kind of topic, but I don't think they dare to stand in front of me and say this. After all, I know how to hit people. And it's the follow-up handled by the Cannes organizer for me. So I stand on this stage and can tell you that it was the organizer who encouraged me to do this. In ancient China, this was called beating people on orders.”
As soon as this was said, the audience burst into laughter.
A provocative question was skillfully resolved by Guan Ling, and it also contributed another wave of popularity to Cannes.
The host also laughed, but still refused, "Do you, Director Guan, have any interest in coming to Cannes? The definition of the first director in China is still relatively vague, but everyone recognizes that you, Director Guan, are a commercial film director. After all, the box office is here, but I have seen many rankings, saying that director Zhang Yimou is the first in the hearts of Chinese people, and Brother Chen Kai is the first in the Cannes Film Festival. After all, it is the Palme d'Or. In addition to winning the Best Original Screenplay at the Oscars, it seems that he has not proven himself in the three major film festivals. What do you think of this topic? "
Guan Ling saw it, and this is what happened on the other side. Don’t give up until you reach your goal.
He hesitated for a moment and then said, "Actually, a movie I wrote is going to participate in Cannes. The director is Jiang Wen. His movie "The Devil Is Coming" was nominated for the Palme d'Or. But this guy's filming speed was too slow and he couldn't catch up. "
"In my opinion, it is the most meaningless for Chinese directors to compete for one, two, and three. I have never won any awards in the three majors. Awards, just because I rarely participate." Guan Ling was as confident as ever, "But if there are still doubts about this on the Internet, then I will come here to say hello to everyone next year."
This is the first statement. When he came out, Jia Zhangke suddenly raised his head.
This is not something I feel comfortable saying.
Wu Baige was also stunned for a moment.
The camera quickly found the Chinese actors and directors below. Zhang Ziyi looked stunned, Fan Bingbing frowned in thought, Liu Jialing looked surprised, and Liu Dehua had a smile frozen on her face.
Zhu Yawen was the only one who was enjoying himself silly.
Liu Dehua turned to look at Zhu Yawen, "Yawen, this host is obviously setting a trap for Director Guan. Why did Director Guan get in there himself?"
"What? ?”
“What do you mean by saying hello?” Liu Dehua whispered, “If Director Guan doesn’t get the award next year, don’t you know what impact it will have on Director Guan? Is Director Guan really not as good as Director Zhang and Director Chen?”
“Why do you think you can’t get it? Didn’t Guan Ling say hello?”
Zhu Yawen was full of laughter. With a confused face, "Guan Ling said he wanted to say hello, but has there ever been a failure? He has already won an Oscar and won an award in Cannes. Is it difficult?"
Everyone looked at Zhu Yawen.
Confused.
It doesn’t matter if you believe Guan Ling, but do you know what nonsense you are talking about?
(End of this chapter)