Chapter 486: Several new projects, full marks
“Warmly congratulate our school student Zhou Yutang’s new film at the box office!”
Back to Nortel again, I saw the hanging hanging high at the school gate Zhou Yutang's sense of shame increased sharply, and he wished he could transform into Takumi and speed up to the school gate.
Naihe, there is still a humanoid signboard of himself standing at the school gate, along with several junior students handing out leaflets.
“Hey, whose big G is this, so domineering.”
"You don't even recognize Senior Brother Zhou's car?"
Muttering a few words, Yang Caiyu was the first to react. Then his eyes lit up and he greeted Zhou Yutang sweetly as he rolled down the window: "Senior Brother Zhou, Hello.”
The remaining people also responded and said hello in unison.
"Well, hello."
Zhou Yutang took off his sunglasses: "What are you doing?"
By the way, I took a look at the girl named Yang Caiyu, and she really had a bit of Aunt Liu's charm between her eyebrows.
"The dean said that he arranged such an event to celebrate the senior brother's movie breaking the box office record. In the afternoon, the media came to interview."
Yang Caiyu said with a smile: "That movie, We all went to watch it, it was really exciting.”
“Qing Yu Nian” was also very good.
Xu Lu said next to her.
Everyone on the side nodded in agreement like chickens pecking at rice.
In a slightly green way, he expressed his admiration for this senior brother who has become the glorious Zhou of Beidian.
"I'll go in first."
Just after staying at the door for a while, many students looked over here, and some people gathered over.
Although celebrities are not uncommon in Nortel, it is impossible to find another celebrity like Zhou Yutang.
Everyone excitedly took out their mobile phones and took pictures, preparing to brag to their best friends or best friends later.
After Zhou Yutang entered graduate school, he was busy with his career and did not come to school often. However, he was not in the small world of Beitel, but there was a legend about him in the world.
Recognized as a superstar who is popular throughout Asia, the film academy uses him as the cover character on their admissions brochures every year.
This is the best advertising.
I don’t know how many juniors and juniors are his fans, and they all aspire to become the next Zhou Yutang.
Parking the car in the dean's parking space, Zhou Yutang went straight to the teacher's office.
Nortel is really not that big, so I met Zhang Yiyi and several boys holding a basketball on the road.
Zhang Yiqian, who looked like a monkey, had a face full of surprise: "Brother Zhou, I saw news about your road show two days ago. Have you just returned to the capital?"
"Just now It didn’t take long to get back.”
“That”
Zhang Yiqian asked expectantly: "Would you like to play football together?"
The eyes of the boys nearby all lit up.
Everyone looks like Nortel Kroos and Modric, thinking about giving assists to Brother Zhou in Phnom Penh.
"I have something to do with the teacher. Let's play. We'll make an appointment next time."
"Okay, senior brother Zhou, call me next time you come to play football."
"Definitely next time."
Zhou Yutang smiled and patted Zhang Yishan on the shoulder, then turned and entered the Nortel teacher's office.
Back then, he frequently ran to the teacher's office. In the blink of an eye, he was about to graduate from graduate school. He felt a bit like things were right and people were different, but he was still the same young man who was determined to make progress and had not changed at all.
Although Lao Tian always said it would not be an exception, when Zhou Yutang came to see him, there was always cigarettes and alcohol in his hands.
Unexpectedly, there was an extra person in Tian Zhuangzhuang’s office.
Cao Baoping is lean, wearing a black down jacket and a hat. He is discussing something with Tian Zhuangxang.
"Teacher Cao."
Zhou Yutang pushed the door open and said hello.
Cao Baoping teaches the film and television screenwriting course, and Zhou Yutang has also taken his class, so he can be considered a disciple of Lao Cao.
Cao Baoping over there was slightly startled when he heard this, and then smiled and said: "Yu Tang, you came just in time."
"Teacher Cao, I am also looking for you."
"Looking for me?"
"Let's talk about your business first."
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Cao Baoping rubbed his hands and said with a smile: "I have a book in my hand, and I want to find some luck with you."
Zhou Yutang took the script and looked at it. The big words "Scorching Sun Burns Heart" on the cover faintly revealed a deep power.
When I opened it, it felt even weirder.
Obviously the name refers to the scorching sun, but the tone of the whole story is dark.
Zhou Yutang became interested immediately.
Three good brothers with different identities, because of their ignorance, participated in a massacre of their family, and then jointly raised an orphan girl. Seven years later, they met the police inspector Yin Guchun with a full sense of justice
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This story is adapted from Xu Yigua's novel "Sunspot". Zhou Yutang read the original novel and quickly finished the script. He said:
"This script has great stamina, what about Teacher Cao?" Don’t need special funds from the school?”
Zhou Yutang is determined to become bigger and stronger, so he attaches great importance to the cultivation of reserve talents, especially setting up a special support fund at Nortel.
To support talented juniors and girls in pursuing their dreams.
He himself is equivalent to a big figure in the entertainment industry. Whenever there are outstanding talents in the film academy, they will give priority to him.
"Let's leave some for the students."
Cao Baoping said with a smile: "The cost of this movie was 30 million, Blue Star Pictures invested 10 million, and there is still 20 million left. I just wanted to find a way to help.”
The special support fund Zhou Yutang worked on at Nortel was aimed at small-cost projects at the school.
Cao Baoping also has connections himself. Blue Star Pictures is a subsidiary of Zhejiang Film and Television Group, and "Wenzhou Family" produced by Noon Sunshine received investment from this company.
Zhou Yutang did not hesitate and nodded quickly: "I voted for this movie."
Cao Baoping is a director with a very distinctive personal style and profound skills. Moreover, this script is well done. With a budget of 30 million, it can only be regarded as a small project in today's big productions that can easily reach hundreds of millions.
"What do you want from me?"
"I also have a script in my hand, and I would like to ask the teacher to help me read it."
"It was adapted from that short film in France? ”
“Hmm.”
After taking the script handed over by Zhou Yutang and flipping through it, Tian Zhuangzhuang and Cao Baoping were both experienced veterans. At a glance, they knew that this was the best short film award at the French César Awards this year.
This short film is highly praised in the circle. It won the Best Short Film Award at the Luwen International Film Festival last year. Zhou Yutang obtained the film and television adaptation rights last year through the relationship between China Film and Television.
It was not expensive to buy at the time. After winning the French César Award for Best Short Film this year, the price doubled, which was a small profit.
Cao Baoping read the script carefully, exchanged a few words with Tian Zhuangzhuang, and said with a strange expression: "I have some ideas about changing the male protagonist to the female protagonist."
"Teacher Cao, I'm telling you the truth. , I want to leave this project to you.”
Zhou Yutang said with a smile: "I will be the heroine, and you have the final say for the rest."
After obtaining the film and television adaptation rights of this short film, Zhou Yutang handed over the script task of "The Tuner" to In the hands of the Kodong Creative Center, this is now a script that has been magically modified.
But the core of the whole story has not changed. It still puts oneself in a God's perspective, satisfying one's voyeuristic psychology and looking at the most real side of the things in front of you.
Liu Shishi will also have "Reply 1988" this year, which is destined to be a well-received film. This female version of "The Tuner" is a movie specially made for Shishi.
It is very important for actors to find a role that suits them. There is also a South Korean film "I Am a Witness", which helped Kim Ha Neul prove her innocence as the Queen of Blue Dragon. The copyright is also held by Zhou Yutang.
Think about it.
Zhou Yutang decided to make "The Tuner" first. This film is more commercial.
Cao Baoping heard what he said, but did not agree immediately. He waved his hands and said: "Yu Tang, I still have several projects in hand, and they will almost be scheduled for the year after next."
"Take your time, don't rush."
Zhou Yutang smiled and said: "I really can't think of a more suitable person to make this movie than Mr. Cao."
I made this movie just to win an award.
Liu Shishi has been following him wholeheartedly since his first love, and Zhou Yutang also has a preference for him in his heart.
Cao Baoping likes and is very good at showing the despair and cruelty of reality in front of the audience in a bloody way, and he can't wait to sting the audience.
Like "Li Mi's Conjecture", this "Scorching Sun" also has this flavor.
This is the tone that exposes human nature. Some people may find it cruel, but there are always dirty and cruel things in life.
There is no guarantee of commercial success for this type of movie, but it will definitely meet the tastes of the judges.
I sat and chatted about movies with Tian Zhuangzhuang and Cao Baoping for a while. Cao Baoping talked about the fate of his old classmates. Lou Huohua had just been banned and had just come out. This year's Mystery in the Floating City had a mediocre response.
There is also another old classmate of his, Wang Xiaoshuai, who is not doing well either.
Lao Cao said with some regret: "In the past, our generation of directors faced institutional censorship. Unexpectedly, one day, the system relaxed, and the market became a more stringent second layer of censorship. . ”
The best choice for filmmakers of that generation is to make underground films, go to film festivals, and become famous, just like Chief Jia.
"Times have changed."
Tian Zhuangzhuang sighed with emotion.
It is difficult for those remnants of the old era to have ships to carry them in the new era.
In this new era, mainstream movies with strong narratives are more popular in the market, and the most basic thing for mainstream movies is the industrial foundation.
That's why Zhou Yutang's "Now You See Me" will bring great shock to the entire Chinese film industry.
It turns out that China can also shoot such special effects blockbusters.
Tian Zhuangzhuang glanced at his most proud disciple with admiration.
Still respectful and polite, without any hint of arrogance.
Look at it from a teacher’s perspective.
This is a perfect answer sheet handed over by Zhou Yutang.
Artists have busy schedules at the end of the year.
Liu Yifei is no exception.
I just came back from abroad, and I have to reshoot various endorsement ads, build a brand platform, and cover several fashion magazines.
Zhou Yutang rarely found time to watch the Sunglasses King's movie "The Grandmaster" with Miss Liu at her home cinema. "Zhang Ziyi's performance as Mr. Gong Er is really good."
After watching the movie, Liu Yifei still felt that she was still unfinished, so she leaned on Zhou Yutang's shoulder and murmured.
Mr. Gong Er, who is cold and lonely, but stubborn and tenacious, should be regarded as the highlight of Zhang Ziyi's acting career.
If you never forget it, there will be a response.
The King of Sunglasses has been preparing for eight years. Once the sword was unsheathed, it really shocked the world.
The most important thing is that it cleverly avoided the sharpness of "Now You See Me". It is said that there was a problem of incomplete copies. It also took in 30.8 million box office on the first day, which was considered a blockbuster and created the peak box office of the Sunglasses King. He also took over the single-day box office title from "Zodiac".
When talking about the plot of the movie "The Grandmaster", Zhou Yutang was not honest and muttered: "Xianbao, have you grown older?"
Pop!
Liu Yifei slapped Zhou Yutang's claws off and said coquettishly: "Isn't that your fault?"
However.
She quickly held Zhou Yutang's hand in her arms again, admiring the way he wore his customized Tissot watch.
Locked together with the slender fingers that had clear joints but seemed a bit delicate, Liu Yifei suddenly felt like she was holding some kind of beautiful work of art in her hands.
But such beautiful hands are always dishonest.
After a while, he started to wander again, making Liu Yifei gasp slightly: "Xiao Zhou, are you going to America?"
"I have to go there for a few days. ”
“It’s a pity that I can’t accompany you, but I have no schedule tomorrow morning.”
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Looking at Liu Yifei's pretty eyes that seemed to be overflowing with water, Zhou Yutang was almost intoxicated in the shallow pear dimples on her cheeks.
It is our duty as monks to dedicate ourselves to the path of immortality.
The total box office of this year’s New Year’s Day movies is nearly 400 million, which is more than double that of last year.
Fat Wang's "The Magic City" was off to a catastrophic start, but its unexpected box office performance still has some stamina. The cumulative total box office has reached 138 million.
Huang Xiaoming's other movie "Blood Drops" barely crossed the 70 million threshold at the box office, and there was no hope of making more than 100 million.
"Brother Jackie Chan's "Zodiac" has a stable box office growth, exceeding 770 million, firmly occupying the second place in the Lunar New Year period."
"The only king of the Lunar New Year period, "Now You See Me" "The Total Box Office" has reached 1.629 billion, and the key has been postponed to January 27. The miracle continues! "
There are corpses everywhere at the feet of "Now You See Me", and the eyes of the entire film and television industry are closely focused! Focus on Zhou Yutang.
This movie has been released for nearly a month and has set numerous historical records as the box office champion of Chinese-language movies. The single-day box office dropped to 7 to 8 million yuan.
But the box office is still growing slowly. This number is already beyond the reach of many movies now.
“Zhou Yutang has made a lot of money again this time!”
Many people in the circle are paying attention to Zhou Yutang, and even his income is clearly calculated.
Take "Now You See Me" as an example. Every nearly 100 million means a profit of 37 million to 38 million. After deducting the film fund and other companies' accounts, Zhou Yutang can get half of it.
Furthermore, according to the latest film industry policy subsidies, movies with a box office of over 1.5 billion will receive a 15 million incentive fund.
The profits generated by "Now You See Me" have already made the film and television companies in the industry green with envy.
At this time, "Celebrating More Than Years" has also firmly occupied the top spot in the TV drama market at the beginning of the new year.
The development of the plot tightly tugs at the heartstrings of the audience.
Fan Xian and Lin Waner met at the temple, and the ratings of Jiangsu TV Station that night directly broke three.
As the subsequent plot unfolds, the ratings further stabilize, and the entire drama is discussed at an unprecedented level.
"The undoubted drama of the year."
"Zhou Yutang has once again created a ratings myth."
A phenomenal hit drama, the popularity is quite terrifying.
Nowadays, there are hot searches for Qing Yu Nian every day, and not only the leading actors benefit, but even the supporting roles can be promoted.
For example, Tian Yu’s Wang Qinian, Wu Gang’s Chen Pingping, Dilmurat Dilraba’s Fan Ruoruo, and Ni Ni’s Manager, etc., are all highly praised.
The TV series was only halfway through when Tian Yu, Wu Gang and others called to express their thanks.
Various film appointments and business deals are coming in, and these are all real benefits.
Except for Ni Ni who wants to be a good secretary, the acting careers of these people have reached a big level.
Li Yao, Reba and others have been promoting the drama for more than half a month, and Zhou Yutang has also participated in the recording of two popular variety shows.
Then he took Ni Ni on a flight to the other side of the ocean.
The matter of the private jet has basically been settled, but the formalities are still being completed.
When he came to Los Angeles again, it was still Zou Zhongyan who picked him up.
Sister Zou nodded and said hello to the charming female secretary next to Zhou Yutang, and began to report on her work in the car.
Back in Hollywood, there are two new projects to talk about.
It is said in the entertainment industry that popularity nourishes people. Zou Zhongyan, who has become famous in Hollywood, seems to be much younger.
Zhou Yutang went to the scene to see the filming progress of "Annabelle".
Overall, it can be given 65 points.
Although Old John's photography skills are good, he is still not as good as James Wan. It can only be said that he has basically reached a qualified level.
This movie can be regarded as a test of the spin-off film series of "The Conjuring" series, with a total investment of only US$6.5 million.
This is why Zhou Yutang and Bob agreed to hand this project over to Old John.
Hollywood’s background companies are not just for free.
If a film company wants to launch a big project, it must be a big director with successful experience.
For example, Warner once extended an olive branch to Zhou Yutang and invited him to produce superhero-themed movies.
For example, Universal is interested in James Wan replacing Lin Yibin to direct "Fast and Furious 7".
Seeing James Wan, an old acquaintance, the two hugged each other cordially and sent blessings in person: "Zhou, congratulations, that movie "Now You See Me" is really amazing!"< br>
"Thank you."
Zhou Yutang smiled and asked: "When will "Fast and Furious 7" be produced?"
"It is scheduled to start filming in March next year. When the film is finished, Let’s get ready to work on “The Conjuring 2.”
Wan Ziren is also thinking about the Conjuring series.
He has a background in horror films, not to mention that his director's studio also gets a share of the box office.
The two met at a high-end restaurant and were photographed by local international students. The news quickly spread back to China and was featured on several entertainment portals.
“Zhou Yutang met an old friend of director Wan Ziren. New Line boss Bob was accompanying them, and they were chatting and laughing, and it was suspected that the new project negotiations were going smoothly!”
“It is reported that Zhou Yutang owns the back-end revenue share of the Human Purge Project and the Conjuring movie series, and can earn an astonishing amount every year!”< br>
"Director James Wan will direct the global blockbuster "Fast and Furious 7", and Zhou Yutang is suspected to play an important role in it!"
The news of the meeting quickly spread back to China, and those who came to Jiangdong Entertainment to inquire about the news There were so many people. Li Shuang held a press conference to cooperate with the crew of "Fast and Furious 7" to announce:
"Zhu Yilong of Jiangdong Entertainment will participate in "Fast and Furious 7"."
There was another uproar in the entertainment industry.
The whole circle knows that Zhu Yilong is Zhou Yutang’s brother.
I really don’t know how many people envy him.
Zhou Yutang took off by himself and took his friends with him.
In China, Hollywood means high quality, and actors who can get Hollywood film appointments are very rare. The cake Zhu Yilong received this time can improve his status a lot.
Of course.
Compared to being able to take on roles in Hollywood, there are very few people like Zhou Yutang who have the ability to start projects in Hollywood and make money.
In fact, Zhou Yutang really made a lot of money.
The Good Voice project run by Mingjie Company has revenue sharing every year. At that time, "The Legend of Zhen Huan" was highly played on YouTube, and the North American copyright was sold for US$7 million.
What's more, having the "Purge" series and "The Conjuring" series in hand is like two hens that can lay golden eggs.
In the past two days, under the leadership of Bob, we participated in various cocktail parties.
Zhou Yutang doesn't like this kind of cocktail party, but every circle has its rules of the game.
In addition to becoming more familiar with the rules of the Vanity Fair game here, Zhou Yutang also made many friends.
"Harvey, this is Zhou, I think you should have heard his name."
"Of course, Bob, you old guy is really lucky!"
Harvey Weinstein, a fat man, was particularly enthusiastic about Zhou Yutang's attitude: "Nice to meet you, the miracle director from the East , Congratulations on setting a new box office record for Chinese movies.”
“Hello, Harvey.”
Zhou Yutang is still wary. Although this fat man looks kind-hearted, he actually has a dark heart. Cruel, Huayi and Xiaogangpao were tricked in the first place.
But it is necessary to be conceited and conciliatory. This fat man is a professional in public relations here. The films he participated in the production and distribution have won more than 300 Oscar nominations and more than 70 statuettes!
Gwyneth Paltrow became the best actress thanks to "Shakespeare in Love", and this fat man worked hard behind the scenes.
"Zhou, there is a party tonight, do you want to come and have fun together?"
Weinstein, the damn fat guy, showed an ambiguous smile that every man would understand.
Zhou Yutang saw the figure of an acquaintance in the crowd and declined politely: "Sauri, Harvey, I have an appointment with a friend tonight."
"Oh oh oh, I know, Yanfu Not shallow.”
The fat guy Harvey Weinstein followed his gaze, patted Zhou Yutang's shoulder hard, said nothing, and turned to socialize.
A lot of big shots came to this cocktail party tonight.
Zhou Yutang really wasn’t joking. The long-lost American blond Yangma released her enthusiasm as soon as they met: "Hi, Zhou, nice to see you again."
It was just a hug. .
Left stick to stick, right stick to stick.
"Nice to see you again, QueenS."
Zhou Yutang and Blake Lively do have quite a friendship.
The first time he came to America, he met Blake Lively on "The Purge".
We had several dates in private, and there were scandals at that time.
Blake Lively became one of the four most popular actresses in Hollywood with the American drama "Gossip Girl".
Wearing a blue dress tonight, she looked particularly radiant.
Beside her, there was a cat-like beauty in a black dress, looking at Zhou Yutang curiously.
(End of this chapter)
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