Chapter 334 Bet, sensation, hot discussion, press conference!
On the morning of the 8th, Han Sanpin and Deputy Director Zhang of the Film Bureau came to Lingyun Media in person.
"Although it is a bit unlucky to say these words now, I still have to ask Director Guan what you think. Is this movie really going to be aimed at the box office of "Avatar"?"
Zhang The deputy director's words were direct and serious,
"Director Tong has been working hard to achieve this goal recently. I have to advise you. If it fails, Director Tong's mentality will collapse. You If I don't force him to lie down on the table, I'm afraid this matter won't be over.
I asked because I feel like a cat scratching my head now. Your publicity on the Internet has made the audience crazy. Your IQ is extremely chafing, and it won’t be over until then, and it won’t be a good thing for your reputation.
Unlike Director Han, I have watched your movie. It’s good, but what about the plot? It's much better than "Avatar", and you also used 3D special effects, so your technical level is definitely sufficient.
But to be honest, I didn't understand it very well."
" Director Zhang, there is something I don’t know whether to say or not.”
In the office, facing Deputy Director Zhang’s question, Guan Ling suddenly raised his head, “Is there a possibility that I haven’t watched the movie. Understand, is it my confidence to rub the audience’s IQ?”
"You don't have to rely on my IQ."
After all, Deputy Director Zhang has been involved in the officialdom for many years. He was not annoyed when he heard this and said with a smile, "But I definitely represent a group of viewers. Just in case. They didn’t understand it well in the theater, so how could they become promoters of this movie?
This is definitely not a good thing for the box office.”
“I know Zhang Ju. Meaning, but Zhang Ju may have forgotten one thing.”
“What’s the matter?”
“I don’t understand, it’s also a means to the box office.” Guan Ling smiled and said, "During the filming process, none of the actors could understand the script, so I have already responded to what you said."
"What I hate the most is what this guy said. Leave a comment." Deputy Director Zhang looked at Director Han angrily, "Why don't Director Han say anything to him?"
"I won't interfere, and I haven't even watched the movie. "Spoiler in front of me."
Han Sanpin said a few words, and then looked at Guan Ling.
“You should have received the news. All theater chains have expressed their rejection of your proposal to increase the profit share to 55%, but they have come up with your final stepped gambling contract. Strong interest and all signed now.
I'm here just to confirm it for you in person. First of all, during the broadcast of "Inception", CCTV 6 will loop the scrolling news at the bottom of the screen when this movie is released. At the same time, it will also continuously screen various videos from Lingyun Media. Kind of movie.
If the box office can exceed one billion yuan.
The CCTV News is a sure thing.
But to be honest, even if I did all this in publicity, I still feel a little bit confused.
Although China Film Corporation fully cooperates with your Lingyun Media's distribution in that contract, I think it is still not as good as Ask you in person.
In the gambling contract, if it does not exceed 1 billion yuan, the profit sharing is based on 47%. From 1 billion to 1.1 billion, the profit sharing is 49%. After exceeding 1.1 billion yuan, every additional 100 million yuan of box office , the profit sharing will automatically increase by 1.5%. If anything goes wrong with this gamble, the extra profit will be about 100 million more than usual. But if it is less, then more than 40 million will be given away completely in vain.
Are you... really so sure? ”
Forty million, and 40 million after all is divided, is definitely not a small amount.
Deputy Director Zhang on the side lowered his head slightly when he heard these words, not knowing what was going on. What to think.
“The contract is signed. Guan Ling said, "If you ask me again, what's the use?" ”
"I need reassurance." Han Sanpin said, "It's not about political achievements, nor about money. The main thing is that I can't sleep at night."
"If Director Han and Deputy Director Zhang insist on hearing it from me, If there is an answer,"
Guan Ling brought a cup of tea to each of them,
"In "Avatar," Nolan revolutionized film technology
And in this "Avatar". "Inception", what I want to innovate is not the publicity method, nor the quality of special effects. What I want to do is to innovate the structure of the film. There are some things that I can't say on the surface, but today in front of you, I have to say it. .
This movie is also for radio and television.
The success of this movie may make the above realize some problems, that is, the victory of the screenwriters and directors is not just "Hurricane Rescue". "Such a hearty feeling,
and the long aftertaste brought about by the plot, logic, and analysis process
Some things should be put out, and the big scissors will click. It will imprison thoughts and can only affect imagination and creativity.
In the original "The Ming Dynasty", screenwriter Liu Heping integrated Chinese people's tactics and Chinese language into the historical story, every sentence. Words can withstand careful consideration
As for this movie, what I want to do is to make the audience feel a sense of fulfillment from the audio-visual perspective, and even from the mind.
I want everyone who watches this movie to fall into their own crazy fantasies. ”
The office was instantly quiet.
Deputy Director Zhang felt that Guan Ling’s words were a bit treacherous, but he also heard the absolute confidence in Guan Ling’s words.
But It was difficult to see any strange emotions on his face.
Han Sanpin was silent for a moment and turned away.
He was afraid that he would not be able to bear it and listen to Guan Ling again. If the conversation continues, he will definitely not be able to help but go back and watch the movie.
He just needs to hear Guan Ling's attitude.
Guan Ling didn't answer directly, but what he said. The words were so high-spirited that Han Sanpin no longer needed to listen to his predictions about the box office.
He believed in Guan Ling, but he himself was a little afraid to predict it. He was afraid of underestimating the movie.
…
“Leonardo flew to Beijing today, causing a sensation at the airport. He is now at Lingyun Media and will attend the premiere of “Inception” two days later.”
"According to reports from audio and video entertainment reporters, "Inception" produced by Ferris Lingyun, Warner Bros., China Film and other companies signed a major gambling agreement with theaters today, and the final profit gap may be as huge as 100 million yuan. This is an astronomical figure for current domestic film and television production companies."
"Tsinghua University President Gu confirmed that he will participate in the premiere of "Inception", a dream from Tsinghua University and science fiction movies. Linkage! Attracting countless students, parents are looking forward to it. Guan Ling is the first director to invite the president of Qingbei University to participate in the film premiere promotion, and he is worthy of being the first Chinese director!"
"Famous science fiction writer! Liu Cixin will participate in the premiere of Guan Ling's "Inception". In an interview at the airport, she claimed that the third part of "The Three-Body Problem" has been conceived!"
"It is reported that the premiere of "Inception" has become the current one. The most popular scene in the entertainment industry, the popularity is several times higher than last month’s Shanghai Film Festival. Many foreign directors and actors are invited to attend, including Nolan, Luc Besson, Gong Li, Michelle Yeoh and others. ”
< br>"The popularity of "Inception" has become phenomenal. Can Ling Guan and Nolan collaborate on a movie to create a box office storm for summer movies?"
On Sina Entertainment, Sohu Entertainment, Baidu, Weibo , and even on various post bars and forums, all kinds of news emerge one after another, which is completely dizzying.
At this moment, the audience has already been swept away by the numerous news.
“I usually don’t like to watch movies, but this time the promotion method is too strong. I know Guan Ling is very awesome, but I really want to go to the theater to see how awesome Guan Ling is. ?”
"DiCaprio is here, Cao, and my parents all asked me what I thought of this movie. They said that the popularity of "Titanic" at the time was far less than the sensation of the current publicity."
"The final profit gap between the gambling agreement with the theater chain is 100 million yuan?" Some viewers who knew the inside story were shocked. If a movie with an investment of tens of millions was not distributed by itself, just in terms of box office, even if it won four With a box office of 100 million, the final profit distributed to the producers is only 100 million.
As for Guan Ling, the direct difference is 100 million.
Horror!
“I just cried for Mr. You Benchang. This time I saw Mr. You Benchang’s play again. I feel happy just thinking about it. A must-see! Even if the publicity says that I can’t understand it and that I have no IQ, I want to watch it too.”
“I can’t stand the pranks of people in the entertainment industry. How can I not understand a movie? I am a graduate student, and I really don’t believe in my scientific research skills. , still can’t understand science fiction movies?” There are also endless comments.
Even abroad, the popularity of this movie has been heightened.
Countless eyes were attracted to China and this movie.
Even the fierce battle between Alyssa Chia and her husband, which was so intense that the whole internet was shocked, could not shake the top position of "Inception" at all!
......
"Guan, the Chinese people are really enthusiastic."
Leonardo led a blonde girl to greet Guan Ling, and extended his hand to introduce, "This is My girlfriend, come on, this is Guan, say hello.”
After arriving in China, Leonardo was almost blocked at the airport.
Because the media pays so much attention to Lingyun Media, no matter who comes to the capital, they will be reported immediately.
Leonardo suffered a big loss. Fortunately, he was smart and did not go out with his girlfriend. Otherwise, he and his girlfriend would have been on the hottest search in China News today.
"Guan! I've seen your movie, it's very good." DiCaprio's girlfriend is very generous and a bit familiar.
“You only have a week in China at most, and you can’t control this time?”
During the chat with Xiao Lizi, Guan Ling was confused when his girlfriend wasn’t listening. asked,
"What are you thinking, Guan, the reason I brought her here is to let her see the movie as soon as possible. She is a loyal fan of mine."
"I believe you are evil. I thought you wanted to spread your semen all over the world."
Guan Ling had been filming with Xiao Lizi for a long time before. This guy is actually more like King Wu of Qin, otherwise he would not have treated Liu Yan in the first place. Some ideas.
He said he loves blondes the most, but in fact, he is interested in all the girls he sees except dark ones.
"Where are you? I haven't congratulated him yet. He won the best actor in Cannes. Oh my God."
What suddenly occurred to Xiao Lizi was, "The biggest best actor in the history of Cannes, then I have watched the movie and it made me cry. I have a hunch that this movie may be nominated for an Oscar. It’s a pity that this movie is a Chinese film, otherwise it could even apply for the Oscar for Best Picture.”
“If you apply for the best picture, wouldn’t “Inception” be in danger?”
Guan Ling said with a smile,
“Yes, I forgot to return it. There is such a problem."
Li Zi smiled directly, "Let him stay in China and don't participate in the Oscars. Although Chinese-language films cannot compete for Best Picture at the Oscars, they can still compete for Best Actor and so on. I don’t want the two of us to compete with each other.”
“Are you confident?”
"If he applies, he has a high probability of getting in, I guess." Xiao Lizi said, "I can also get in. I believe that my performance in "Inception" has enough strength."
"Then I'm afraid you really have to give it a try."
Guan Ling shook his head, ""Father Trapped in Time" is China's best choice for bidding for the Olympics this year."
"Except. You, there is no one in China, right?”
Xiao Lizi sneered, “But it doesn’t matter, I like competition the most, and I believe that I will win the Best Actor sooner or later.”
< br>Guan Ling listened to the other party's confident words and said nothing.
Some things happen sooner or later, but sooner or later also has a priority, and Xiao Lizi is the latter who is full of regrets.
……
July 10, 2010.
In the afternoon, the door of Lingyun Media was crowded with media.
At the last official press conference before the premiere, Guan Ling, Nolan, Leonardo, Liu Yifei, You Benchang, Liu Yan and others attended together.
The long guns and short cannons below are orderly, like rows of waiting artillery regiments.
Countless media are waiting for Guan Ling’s press conference. They have been waiting for this moment for too long.
When Guan Ling picked up the microphone and announced the start of the press conference, there was a rush of people raising their hands to ask questions in the photo below.
"Director Guan, before the movie was released, "Inception" and "Father Trapped in Time" had been promoted based on the core of the movie and the audience's IQ. He joked that the audience might not understand this movie. There are many press releases, are these distributed by us on our own initiative?"
Facing this non-technical question, Guan Ling ended the question with one sentence.
“Yes.”
And these words were instantly updated on the Internet, instantly arousing the excitement of netizens, who all denounced Guan Ling.
"You bastard, why are you insulting my IQ? I was insulted by "The Ming Dynasty" a while ago, and I was insulted by "Father Trapped in Time" a while ago. I really don't believe it. You said it was insulting. You can insult me? See you there! If I don’t understand, I will eat Liu Yifei alive.”
“You are so beautiful!”
"I also want to eat Liu Yifei alive. Even at the press conference, I can see her desire for me to eat her alive from her eyes."
"I'm stuck in fantasy time upstairs."
The fantasies of netizens will not affect the problems at the press conference.
“I would like to ask Director Nolan, how did you come to be willing to shoot this movie with Director Guan? As we all know, you are one of the most well-known directors in Hollywood, and your global box office is even higher than that of Director Guan. Even higher, this collaboration between you and Director Guan is actually a bit incomprehensible to many Chinese audiences.”
When the translator translated these words to Nolan,
Nolan had a smile on his face, as if he had expected this problem.
"Everyone who knows me knows that I love plot very much. In my philosophy, the quality of the plot is the life of the movie."
He moved the microphone and spoke to himself On the lips,
“I have had the idea of dreams a long time ago, but I never had time to formulate it.
Until one day, I saw Guan’s script, his The original plot amazes me. His ideas coincide with those of mine. This is one of my wishes.
So here I am.
Compared to the power of the original plot of "Inception", the director is nothing.
And when Guan and I cooperate, we also support each other.
You all say that I am one of the most famous directors in Hollywood,
but you ignore Guan,
He is not only a well-known director in Hollywood, but also a A cash cow, and he is very young. I am not as good as him in this regard. ”
As soon as this statement came out, the scene was in an uproar.
(End of this chapter)