Chapter 211 The box office is booming, the best interests
“Brother Ming, are you back from Europe?”
“I just arrived at the company this afternoon, why don’t you come and sit down?”
"Let's give it another day. You have a good rest. I can't leave because I'm filming here on the crew."
"Okay, you can come directly when the time comes and we can meet for a meeting."
Tian Ming went on a business trip to Europe with the company's variety show team because he had negotiated the production of "The Voice" program in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
It has been settled now. Tian Ming also attaches great importance to these two programs and leaves members of the two groups of the company's variety show department to watch.
It’s done this time, and it can carry pounds and euros in sacks. As long as the potential of this music variety show is proven in the European market, the United States will definitely not be able to sit still.
As calm as Zhou Yutang was, there were still some waves in his heart.
After chatting with Tian Ming, he found that Bald Xu was still sitting next to him eagerly. Zhou Yutang was slightly stunned: "Old Xu, do you have anything else to do?"
"It's okay, Mr. Zhou. Congratulations on your big box office profit."
Bald Xu pushed up the glasses on the bridge of his nose and heard from a few words that Zhou Yutang had just spoken to the CEO of Mingjie Company, and his attitude became more flattering and respectful.
He is very good at maneuvering, can get things done from both sides, has a naturally high emotional intelligence, and speaks one auspicious word after another.
“The box office performance of "The Man on the Road" will not be bad either."
Zhou Yutang said with a smile: "We will have another meeting to discuss the schedule and see if it can be put on the Spring Festival schedule."
"Spring Festival?"
Xu Guangtou's lens lit up. He was happy at first, then a little worried: "The Spring Festival is packed with several great directors' movies. Isn't it too risky?"
The choice of movie schedule is very important and even affects the box office limit of a movie.
Judging from the current situation, if a low-cost production like "Journey to the Road" wants to steadily obtain a certain box office base, it is best to place it in a less competitive schedule.
But let’s be honest.
Zhou Yutang's personal intuition is that if the film is promoted well and watched in the Spring Festival atmosphere, the box office performance will definitely be more than double that of the normal period.
"It's worth a try, and the investment is only about 10 million."
Zhou Yutang dusted his trouser legs and smiled calmly: "However, you have to talk to Huaqi Company first. Jiangdong Entertainment wants to buy out the copyright of the "囧" series. "
"Sword Rain" has been a hit at the box office. Zhou Yutang recently held several video conferences with the company's film and television department, and the company's internal meeting gave "People on the Road to 囧". The estimated box office figure may exceed 100 million.
If the first part of the Jon series had this box office, would Huaqi be willing to let go of the rights to the sequel?
"Ah? Mr. Zhou, don't you have priority investment rights?"
Bald Xu touched his bald head, a little unable to follow Zhou Yutang's thoughts.
Zhou Yutang patted Xu Guangtou on the shoulder: "Just buy out the copyright, so you don't have to worry about it. Notify Huaqi that the movie has been withdrawn. I will ask the company's legal department to assist you. If we can negotiate When you come down, I will give you a big red envelope.”
Hearing the big red envelope, Xu Guangtou’s eyes lit up instantly.
He worked so hard just to make money by making movies.
Even though he has been in the industry for many years, he has also made some money.
This money may be a lot compared to ordinary people, but at that time, there was no capital to enter the industry, and the salaries of mainland actors were generally not high.
Bald Xu’s status as a celebrity is not at the top of the list, and the money he earns is limited, otherwise he wouldn’t have asked Zhou Yutang for the millions of dollars invested in “The Road to Misfortune”.
Under heavy rewards, there must be brave men.
Xu Guangtou immediately patted his chest and vowed: "Mr. Zhou, you said so, this matter will be taken care of by me, and I will help you handle everything!"
The filming of "Big Shot" is in progress.
The simple shots in the early stage went smoothly, but the subsequent shooting gradually became more difficult.
I still inevitably encountered problems.
Mainly Hu Jun.
Hu Jun, who graduated from Chinese Opera, is really a very good literary and opera actor.
Back then, he and Liu Huohua acted together in the literary film "Lan Yu", which became famous on both sides of the Taiwan Strait and three places. However, because of the good acting in this film, the two were rumored to be gay for many years, until they got married and had their own families, and later they could not keep in touch. many.
One thing to say.
Hu Jun’s dialogue skills are really good.
And he is full of male hormones, coupled with his body shape, it is very convincing for him to play a tough people's policeman.
But here comes the problem.
Many people were influenced by Hu Jun's heroic and domineering image of Xiao Feng in Tian Long Ba Bu and thought that he was very good at fighting. In fact, he had no martial arts background at all and was not a martial arts actor at all.
As for the movie "Big Shot", there are several action scenes with the male protagonist, and it was a bit difficult for Hu Jun to shoot.
After "Sword Rain" was released, Zhang Jing asked for leave and left the crew to participate in a roadshow promotion. Fortunately, there was still Wu Gang in the crew.
Wu Gang is the martial arts instructor introduced by Zhang Jing to help. He was born in a family class and has been with Jackie Chan for more than 20 years. He also worked in Hollywood in the early days and served as the director of "Tomb Raider 2" and "The Disc" He was the stuntman in "The Spy 3" and also the stuntman in "Detective Chinatown".
Very capable.
Zhou Yutang has always treated such capable film and television practitioners with courtesy.
It just so happens that most of the fighting scenes in "Big Shot" tend to be Jackie Chan-style acrobatic fighting, which is very suitable for him.
On the other hand, Hu Jun took the initiative to find Zhou Yutang and said with a wry smile: "Yu Tang, I'm sorry. This kind of action scene is too difficult for me, and it delayed the filming progress of the crew."
< br>"Take your time, Brother Jun, you'll be fine."
Zhou Yutang encouraged and comforted.
According to this situation, the filming schedule may be delayed for at least half a month.
As a director, even if I have no choice but to face this situation, I have no choice. After all, Hu Jun does not have Jackie Chan's action talent.
Then you can only slowly sharpen the lens.
Fortunately, Hu Jun is a very professional actor and will not complain about hardship or tiredness. Even if he got a little injured during the filming, he just continued to work.
After another meeting with Wu Gang, we discussed the next shooting.
Zhou Yutang's phone vibrated, and he picked it up and looked at it. The curvature of the corners of his mouth gradually softened.
Liu Tianxian posted a photo of watching "Sword Rain" with Shu Chang, with bright smiles. The two girls watched the movie together and went to eat spicy hotpot.
Liu Shishi also sent him a selfie despite his busy schedule.
Shi Shi was wearing a white skirt, her black hair tied into a cute ponytail, and her smile was gentle and moving.
It’s just that the little face that has been quiet for a long time has lost a little bit of its clarity and looks a little haggard.
Zhou Yutang had experienced this day's road show in a city. It was a bit too much for his strong body, let alone Liu Shishi.
This girl loves surfing the Internet. She wakes up early in the morning and reads comments. When she sees those who praise her, she will take screenshots and share them with Zhou Yutang.
Recently, I fall asleep every night talking to Zhou Yutang about the movie box office
However.
Zhou Yutang could feel Liu Shishi's happiness.
First there was "Those Years", and then there was "Sword Rain". These two movies together were enough for Liu Shishi to prove himself.
Completely unique among Xiao Hua Dan of the same generation.
Just waiting for a hit drama.
Completely build up the fan base.
"Sword Rain" is advancing with great momentum and momentum.
Also released at the same time was the film "Three Smiling Talents and Beautiful Women". Guo Degang, who is good at cross talk, actually came to the entertainment industry to make movies.
He personally played the role of Tang Bohu, and Yu Xuan played the opposite role of Mrs. Hua, Deyunshe Other actors and actresses also appeared one after another, including the popular Xiaohua and Huaizhai's good friend Yao Di. Da Meiyuan and Zhang Ruojun's stepmother Liu Bei somehow also accepted the role
Guo Degang Premiere When interviewed by media reporters, he was very high-spirited. He bluntly said that Tang Bohu looked like him in history. The box office would surpass "Ip Man 2", beat Zhou Yutang's "Sword Rain", and prepare to dominate the May Day slot.
The result?
The box office on the first day was less than 600,000, and then the Douban score was only 3.9. Reality gave him a heavy blow.
When Zhou Yutang was on the set, he received a call from Da Meiyuan. He chuckled and said: "Sister Yuanyuan, don't cry, stand up."
"Stand up to you!"
Da Meiyuan was speechless. The box office on the first day was 600,000, which was a shame for her acting career.
Especially in "Sword Rain", Guo Degang's face was swollen.
“How did you get this role?”
"It was arranged by my management team. You were not in the capital at the time, so I didn't tell you."
"It's okay, you are also participating in "Sword Rain", and the road show promotion team will go to the capital soon to promote it. Remember to attend the road show."
"You know how to handle me."
Gao Yuanyuan said in a coquettish tone: "How is the progress of your drama?"
< br>“Still grinding it slowly, it will probably take a while.”
"Then when will you return to the capital?"
"It's been a while, do you miss me?"
"It's so shameless, who missed you, that drama "Anti-Drug" When will the filming start? "
"It will be after October. You should reserve a schedule first."
"Mani, how is the box office of "Sword Rain"?"
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At this time, Boss Yang is also extremely concerned about the box office of the movie Jian Yu.
“Boss, the box office was 30.8 million at the premiere, 34.89 million at the second day of the May Day holiday, and 38.75 million at the third day. After three days of release, “Sword Rain” directly took 104 million at the box office. The first week’s box office Just came out, 185 million. "
Huo Wenxi reported to Yang Shoucheng with the information compiled by the film department.
"How was the performance during the same period?" "The box office growth of "Ip Man 2" dropped after the May Day holiday. Yesterday, the box office was 6.4 million, and the box office of "A Side B" was 8.9 million in the first week. "Iron Man 2" sold 55 million in its first week."
"The potential of "Ip Man 2" is almost 200 million, which is not enough to beat "Sword Rain". It would be good if "Iron Man 2" can break 100 million, and it cannot stop the momentum of "Sword Rain" at all"
Yang Shoucheng leaned back in his chair and tapped his fingers on the table: "Zhou Yutang is still on the crew of "Big Shot" recently?"
"I heard that it is still filming."
"This is the entertainment industry. Wanda seems to have been on the line with him recently and has been taking care of him a lot. When working in the mainland, she needs to communicate more with him to maintain the relationship."
"You know, boss"<. br>
Huo Wenxi agreed simply.
The two talked about the film department for a while, and they thought that they also had a part in "Sword Rain", and that they would also collaborate on a blockbuster "Let the Bullets Fly" that will hit the Lunar New Year schedule.
Yang Shoucheng couldn't help but smile.
He felt that he had boarded the ship of the new era.
"Sister, you sit on the bow of the boat, and brother walks on the shore, loving and loving, swinging on the rope."
In the KTV private room of the Pony Club in Beijing, Li Ming, the owner of Pony Galloping, known as Big Dog Brother in the world, is holding Chen Ergou's shoulders and singing heartily.
"Er Gou, how are you?"
"Brother Big Gou, you are the one."
"At that time, I gave this project to Zhou Yutang, and I have no doubts about the employment. , no doubt, awesome.”
Chen Ergou gave a thumbs up: “I am convinced from the bottom of my heart, Zhou Yutang’s reputation is indeed well-deserved.”
"Haha!"
Big Dog Brother was also happy: "This time it is all thanks to Yu Tang."
Previously, Galloping Horse mainly produced TV series, but in recent years, it has gradually to get involved in film investment.
The film "A Rain of Swords" is a major film project that Galloping Horse invested in last year, and it is also the highest-grossing film project that Galloping Horse has ever produced.
The sword test of Jianghu, in the May 1st stage, there is no opponent.
"It's a pity that Yu Tang is still on the set, otherwise I would have to drag him over for a celebratory drink."
With a proud look on his face, Big Dog poured a glass of foreign wine and waved his hand: "Here. , then sing, then drink. ”
…………………………
Some people are rejoicing, and some are singing and dancing.
Zhou Yutang took leave from the crew again.
Recently, I have been filming several action scenes of Hu Jun. He handed over the crew to Wen Muye and Wu Gang, and he came out to cooperate with the "Sword Rain" creative team's road show in Shanghai.
Meeting with the creative team, as soon as we got off the nanny car, we heard fans shouting wildly at the edge of the theater:
"Ahhhh! Zhou Yutang is so handsome!"
“The aura of the Governor is really amazing.”
“Shi Shi is so beautiful.”
"Jiang Asheng, played by Deng Chao, is also there."
"Tangtang, I love you!"
Zhou Yutang waved to the fans with a smile and walked towards the theater .
I heard Deng Chao next to me joking: "Yu Tang, you are more popular than our leading actors. Reporters will definitely surround you today. We can have a good rest."
Tang Yan He also hugged Liu Shishi's arm and complained endlessly: "Yu Tang, the publicity road show is really tiring."
Chengtian Culture is in bad shape, and Tang Yan is following suit.
The main reason is that she even appeared in a few dramas, but couldn't get any good film appointments, so she simply worked as a gangster on the crew of "Big Shot", trying to win Zhou Yutang's favor, and occasionally even accepted a job in the Magic City. Commercial performance announcement, life is quite comfortable.
As a result, he was coaxed by Zhou Yutang to participate in the publicity road show.
In just a few days, Tang Yan realized the cruelty of reality, and her long legs were almost exhausted.
Zhou Yutang glanced at her lightly: "Have you not acted in a movie before or been on a road show?"
"For "The Storm 2", I followed the main creator for a few shows and then took a vacation. How could I work so hard?"
"The publicity plan formulated by Yu Tang is still very effective. I think If you want high box office, you have to endure hardships."
Liu Shishi comforted Tang Yan with a smile on his face: "At least seeing that the box office is rising, I feel that my efforts are not in vain."
"That's true."
Tang Yan felt very involved.
"Yu Tang, are you free tonight?"
Deng Chao took the initiative to come up to him during the road show, which surprised Zhou Yutang a little.
Does Brother Chao want to have fun with himself?
Deng Chao explained with a smile: "That's it, this movie, thank you for giving me the opportunity. It's rare that you come out of the set, Lili and I treat you to a meal."
Thanks to the crazy publicity, no strong rivals during the same period, and the good quality of the movie itself, the right time, place and people, "Sword Rain" swept the May 1st slot. According to the judgment made by authoritative organizations based on data, it almost exceeded 300 million It's a sure thing.
The key is to look at the box office trend after the first week. If it can be stable, it may even go further.
Deng Chao is the male protagonist in this drama, and it is also the rare and shining moment of his acting career.
Zhou Yutang smiled and nodded: "Okay."
"Then I'll ask Lili to book a place."
Deng Chao happily called his wife .
Soon, today's publicity roadshow ended, and a dinner was arranged with Deng Chao and his wife tonight. Zhou Yutang took Liu Shishi to Mingjie Company.
The company’s underground garage.
Hidden corners.
The car slowly stopped vibrating.
Liu Shishi adjusted her shoulder straps, gathered her hair, looked up at the snow-white swan neck, and checked the rearview mirror in the car.
That pretty little face seemed to be moisturized and radiant.
Look again to see if there are any marks on your collarbone.
Fortunately, Zhou Yutang was very restrained and planted a few strawberries on the side of his neck.
Remembering that he had been so wanton and bold just now, Liu Shishi couldn't help but blush. He reached out and touched Zhou Yutang's arm, and said with a hint of shame and anger:
"Don't do this again next time. , it’s too dangerous, what if someone sees it?”
"Don't worry, our company has a privacy film on the car, and there is no surveillance in this corner."
"This is the last time anyway."
"Okay, okay, I will listen to you. . ”
Women are so heartless. The separation between the two was better than the newlyweds. It was obviously the blind sister who took the initiative to kiss. Zhou Yutang was busy filming on the crew during this period, and he didn’t eat meat for a while, so he naturally controlled it. Can't live.
“Boss, Mr. Tian is waiting for you in his office.”
Taking Liu Shishi into the company by taking the internal elevator, they happened to meet Zhang Yibei, who came up to say hello with a smile: "Shi Shi, you look so good recently."
Liu Shishi also smiled and said: "Sister Bei, you "I seem to have lost weight."
"Really?"
"It looks like I have lost a lot of weight, and the outfit looks good today."
Liu Shishi followed. Zhang Yibei was very chatty. The main reason was that Zhang Yibei saw Zhou Yutang and Liu Shishi come to Mingjie Company several times with her own eyes. She knew the relationship between the two people and wanted to make a good relationship with Liu Shishi.
"Hello, Mr. Zhou."
"Mr. Zhou."
When he met several other senior executives from the company department coming out of the conference room, Zhou Yutang nodded slightly as a greeting.
Entering Tian Ming's luxurious office, I saw Tian Ming sitting on the boss's chair, holding a thermos cup in his hand, drinking purple-black wolfberry water.
“Brother Ming.”
Zhou Yutang smiled knowingly.
“Yu Tang.”
Tian Ming put down the thermos cup in his hand and screwed on the lid: “You came at the right time, let’s take a look at the program preparation reports from the two sides in Europe.”
< br>"Let your subordinates do it with peace of mind. Make sure that the main theme and process of the program remain unchanged and that the details are appropriately localized without any harm."
Zhou Yutang picked up the report, glanced at it, and smiled calmly.
"The latest episode of the first season of "The Masked Singer" has a ratings of 3.48% and a viewership share of 9.89%. This project is considered a great success."
"The "Runningman" project planning plan is ready The camera crew has been recruited, and it’s almost ready to start.”
Tian Ming pushed up his glasses on the bridge of his nose and asked proactively: “Modu TV intends to take part in this program, do you want me? Go and get in touch and get a good price?”
“This is too passive”
Zhou Yutang crossed his legs and smiled calmly: “Let the news go directly and make an appointment with the person in charge of the domestic first-line TV variety show department. Just close the door and chat. Cooperate with whoever is more sincere. What we want is to maximize benefits.”
(End of this chapter)