Chapter 793: White Wolf with Empty Gloves
August has passed before I knew it.
In addition to "Zhou Chu Removes Three Evils" and "Eight Hundred", several romance films were released in the film market during the Chinese Valentine's Day on the 25th.
"Buckwheat Grows Crazy" starring Ma Chun, Zhong Chuxi and Huang Jingyu, "Little Women" starring the Hollywood romance film Emma Watson, and "I am in Time" starring Li Hongqi, Li Yitong and Fan Wei Waiting for you at the end].
[Buckwheat grows like crazy] Pounced.
The box office on the first day of release was 37.45 million, and then it dropped to 5.5 million on the second day due to word-of-mouth.
The audience's evaluation of the movie was that it was artificial and incomprehensible. Director Xu Zhanxiong committed almost all the mistakes that new directors would make.
It can be seen from the presentation of the film that he wanted to imitate the literary and artistic sentiment of In the Mood for Love and many old movies, but in the end it created a luxurious quality that was not high-end.
The first-class production team and first-class resources finally presented a third-rate answer sheet.
The box office situation of [Little Women] is similar. It is basically a one-day trip to the theater.
It's not that the movie is bad, it's that Chinese people have lost interest in Hollywood movies now, and Hermione's appeal in the country is basically zero.
When I was little, I was quite cute, but as I grew up, my popularity with passers-by became worse and worse.
Of the three movies, only "I'm Waiting for You at the End of Time" achieved good box office results, with the box office exceeding 300 million in its first week.
However, it also plummeted after Chinese Valentine's Day, and the final box office was difficult to break 500 million.
The filming of "The Crowd" gradually entered the later stages. For the filming of the movie, Gu Wei specially called Lu Yang and Guo Fan to come over and make two cameos, playing themselves in the movie.
After filming during the day, four people, including Rao Xiaozhi, went out for dinner together in the evening.
"Gu Wei, did your [Zhou Chu Remove Three Evils] break the 2.5 billion box office today?" Lu Yang asked as everyone drank and chatted at the dinner.
Gu Wei opened his phone and took a look.
“2.536 billion~”
“Everyone thinks that the market is not good after the epidemic. Who would have thought that your first domestic film to be released would have such a strong box office,” Guo Fan sighed. .
"The main thing is that the movie is well shot. I watched [Zhou Chu] and it was really bold. Both the plot and the actors' performances were very exciting.
The quality of the movie is good, coupled with Gu Wei's appeal , it’s not surprising to have the current results.”
Lu Yang spoke very highly of [Zhou Chu’s Three Pests Elimination]. After speaking, he looked at Gu Wei.
“Is there any hope that the total box office will exceed 3 billion?”
Gu Wei hesitated: “It’s terrible. It has been in theaters for more than 20 days, and the current single-day box office results have already dropped.
The movie got the key to postponement, but it would be considered good if the box office in the second month is 100 million.
I estimate that the landing point is around 2.7 or 2.8 billion."
"The box office results of [Eight Hundred] are also very good," Guo Fan said.
"Guan Blu It's still up to par, and with the support of stars, the box office has already exceeded 1 billion. I think Maoyan's box office forecast is 1.5 billion.
It is said that Huayi invested 500 million to produce [Eight Hundred], so there is no pressure to make back the money.”
Several people chatted while eating and talked about their current work.
"Recently, I have accepted a costume TV series from Xinli Media and iQiyi, which is in the preparation stage."
"Senior brother, has he started filming a TV series?" Gu Weiqi asked.
Lu Yang started his career as a film director, and this is his first time directing a TV series in so many years.
“The script is very attractive to me. It is adapted from the novel of the same name written by Ma Boyong, called [The Wind Rises in Longxi], a period spy film”
After speaking, he looked at Gu Wei.
"The role hasn't been decided yet, how about you play the leading role?"
"Me?" Gu Wei smiled bitterly and shook his head.
After filming "The Crowd", the film was followed by "Qing Yu Nian 2", and then Bona's "Changjin Lake". That film took less than half a year to shoot.
I bumped into it some time ago Mr. Hou, who was on [Noon Sunshine], took over another drama he had. My own company also has two TV dramas waiting for me to star in.”
"I understand, there's nothing you can do about why you're so famous now." Lu Yang expressed understanding.
In fact, all the popular stars in the entertainment industry are in this state. Gu Wei is pretty good. He doesn't do dramas and can only produce three or four film and television dramas a year at most.
For example, when Shuangzi was at the height of his popularity, he was filming several dramas at the same time. He could film more than ten dramas in a year, all just to make money, regardless of how well he performed.
Of course, she wins by quantity, while Gu Wei receives the top resources in the industry.
"Mr. Gu, you have to make time for me, we have agreed before" Guo Fan said with a smile.
He was referring to the sequel to "The Wandering Earth". The second part was originally scheduled to be a prequel, with Wu Jing taking the lead, and the third part would be a sequel, starring Gu Wei, "Liu Qi".
“Don’t worry, I’ll definitely make time for you, but you haven’t started shooting the second part yet, so you’re still a long way from asking me to shoot the third part.”
“The second part. The script has been completed, and we are currently working on the early stages of setting production and props. I expect to start filming next year."
Gu Wei touched his chin: "At least you won't be able to start filming in the first half of next year. Wu Jing is on the set of [Changjin Lake] with me, so he probably won’t be able to spare the time.”
Guo Fan waved his hand: “Not so fast, the scenes in the second part are more grand, and the funds are sufficient, so preparations are needed. There are a lot of things, and it will be launched soon in the second half of next year.
After saying that, he thought of something: "By the way, I actually have another project in hand, which is about evacuation of overseas Chinese."
"The kind of [Wolf Warrior 2]?" Rao Xiaozhi asked.
“It’s different, it’s adapted from the real incident of evacuation of overseas Chinese from Libya.
It tells the story of the evacuation of overseas Chinese by diplomats. The value of force is not that high. It mainly highlights the difficulties of evacuation and the difficulties along the way. "Hardship"
Lu Yang is very interested: "This subject is good, and the main theme movie is so popular now, it will definitely do well at the box office once it is filmed"
Guo Fan smiled bitterly: "I know it too, but currently all my energy is on the sequel to [The Wandering Earth], and it is difficult to be distracted from this project."
As he spoke, he looked at the people present: "Which of you is interested in taking over this project?"
Gu Wei shook his head first: "I definitely can't do it. I don't even have time to make a movie, let alone direct it myself."
Lu Yang also waved. Waving his hand: "I still have to prepare for the TV series I just took over, and I can't spare the time in a short time."
Guo Fan finally looked at Rao Xiaozhi.
"Does Director Rao have any plans for a new movie after filming this movie?"
"Um, not really. Do you have a script for this project?"
Guo Fan was a little embarrassed: "Um. ~This is still being worked on, but if Director Rao can take over, the script work will be handed over to you."
Gu Wei smiled and said: "Good guy, it turns out that the projects you mentioned, Director Guo, are all just ideas. You just want to trick us into taking over without even having the most basic script. You’re just trying to do it with nothing.”
Rao Xiaozhi was also dissatisfied: “You are not that deceptive. It turns out that there is a script for filming [The Wandering Earth]! Design drawings, now you can trick others with just one idea.
Lu Yang smiled and said, "This is Director Guo's idea at the beginning, and the whole game will be organized later by his personal charm, right?"
Faced with the three people's doubts, Guo Fan didn't feel any embarrassment and still had a smile on his face.
“How can you say that I relied entirely on deception? I have already thought of the main plot of the movie.
There was civil strife in a country and the embassy was understaffed. A former diplomat was ordered to go to the country to assist in the evacuation of overseas Chinese. .
Everything went smoothly, but when the work was completed, it was unexpectedly learned that a group of compatriots were still trapped, so the diplomats entered the war zone in reverse and used their experience and wisdom to successfully lead the compatriots on their way home. Look, What a complete story! ”
"Then what?"
"Then what?"
Rao Xiaozhi said: "The main content of the story should be the various difficulties that diplomats encountered when evacuating overseas Chinese. Well, what’s the content of this?”
“Well, if Director Rao takes over this project, it’s up to you how you want to shoot it. My team has collected a lot of relevant information before, and it will definitely be able to help. ." Guo Fan said with a smile.
Gu Wei and Lu Yang both laughed.
Rao Xiaozhi was a little helpless, but Guo Fan used his sharp tongue again and was stunned by what he said.
At this point, Gu Wei also remembered that the project he was preparing seemed to be [a journey home from thousands of miles], so he also gave a few words of advice.
"Since Mr. Gu has said it, I will take the next step, but I have to wait until I finish [The Crowd] before starting preparations."
"No problem, there is no rush for the movie. Director Rao, if you need anything, just ask, and I will send you all the relevant information later.”
Lu Yang was also a little itchy at this time: "Can you assign me a supervisor? If I have time, I can also go to the crew to help.
You're right, if you need investment, I can invest some."
< br>"Me too. If Director Rao directs, I will definitely have to invest," Gu Wei said.
"No problem, I estimate that this movie will require an investment of 200 million to 300 million yuan.
We will decide the specific share later!" Guo Fan readily agreed.
Gu Wei was also very surprised when he took on a high-quality project after having a drink, but this is the role of the circle.
Lu Yang and Guo Fan are all old acquaintances of Gu Wei. If we are in the same circle, we will think of each other first when there is a project.
There are many similar circles in the film and television industry. On a larger scale, there are Beijing circles, Shanghai circles, northwest circles, etc. On a smaller scale, it is a small circle composed of a few friends who are of similar status and get along well.
For example, Gu Wei, Wu Jing, Guo Fan, happy comedians such as Shen Teng, Ma Li, and Allen, and the iron triangle of Xu Zheng, Ning Hao, and Huang Bo.
After drinking the wine, I returned to the hotel room and was greeted by Reba after entering the door.
"You haven't rested yet?"
Gu Wei had told her in advance about the dinner party in the evening, but she didn't expect that Reba had been waiting for him.
“Waiting for you”
Reba was wearing a black silk nightgown, looking very cool.
The top is a sling, revealing young shoulders and a large area of snow-white skin. The lace hem only reaches the thighs. Two long, round and white legs are spread out, making people want to touch them. Take a handful.
She hugged Gu Wei's arm, and a fragrance unique to girls came from her.
After entering the house, Gu Wei sat on the sofa, and Reba sat on his lap.
"Aren't you sleepy at this late hour?"
Gu Wei placed his big hands on the other person's fair and smooth thighs.
“It’s okay~
By the way, I have good news for you~"
"What? "
Reba's body was soft, and Gu Wei's attention was all on her. He pulled her into his arms with a slight force and kissed her white and tender neck.
"I knew it. You didn't care. Today the Hundred Flowers Awards announced this year's shortlist, and you were shortlisted for Best Actor." Reba's breathing was a little rapid.
"This, I had expected it.
[Younger You] has already won the Hong Kong Film Awards, so it’s not right to be shortlisted for the Hundred Flowers Award.”
“Do you think you can win the award? "
"Nine times out of ten"
"So confident? "Reba was a little surprised.
Gu Wei smiled and said: "I'm telling the truth.
When I was nominated for Magnolia before, I felt that I had little chance because "Celebrating the Year" was too popular but not deep enough. Magnolia considered more actors' acting skills and TV series themes.
The Hundred Flowers Award is different. The Hundred Flowers Award, whose full name is the Popular Film Hundred Flowers Award, pays more attention to the popularity of actors and works in the hearts of the audience. I don’t know who else I can lose to in this round? ”
“Hmph~ You are so immodest
Why did you drink so much with several directors at night? ”
“Not a lot, just chatting while eating and drinking.”
Speaking of this, Gu Wei thought of something.
“I just drank a few more drinks. It seems that Rao Xiaozhi was in the worst condition at the end, and maybe tomorrow’s filming will be delayed.”
“Director Guo Fan is filming the sequel to [The Wandering Earth] "?" Reba asked curiously.
She met Guo Fan on the set today, but the two of them had no scenes together and had little communication.
[The Wandering Earth], as the first domestic science fiction masterpiece recognized by everyone, will also have its own place in the history of Chinese films. Therefore, Guo Fan has a very high status in the film industry and can be said to be a piece of film history. Conferred God.
"Yes, we are in preparation, but I estimate that it will take at least a year before filming starts."
"Are you still starring?"
Gu Wei shook his head: "The second part is the previous one. It tells the story before "The Wandering Earth". "Liu Peiqiang" played by Wu Jing is the male protagonist.
There are currently two sequels in this series, and I am the male protagonist of the third one.
The chronological order is probably [Stream 2-Start Wandering], [Stream 1-Escape from Jupiter], [Stream 3-Goodbye to the Solar System]."
"That's it."
Reba thought for a moment, put her slender arms around Gu Wei's neck, looked at him with her beautiful eyes, and asked in a cooing voice: "Then, is there anyone I can do for the last two movies?" What role did you play? "
[Wandering Earth] is definitely a top resource in the industry, and even a small supporting role can attract a lot of attention.
Besides, Reba has never had any film resources, so she can only rely on Gu Wei in this regard.
“Well, the third part currently only has a framework, and the script has not been completed yet. The script for the second part has been written. As for the role that suits you.”
Gu Wei thought for a while and concluded that the heroine of [The Wandering Earth 2] must be Zhang Tianai. She guest-starred as the wife of "Liu Peiqiang" in the first film, and happened to play the young "Han Duoduo" in the second film.
As for the other female characters, they either play the female staff member of the coalition government "Hao Xiaoxi" or the female villain who defeats the space elevator.
“There is indeed one. She doesn’t have too many roles, but she is almost as good as the second or third female lead. I’ll say hello to Guo Fan when I turn around and let you act.”
Gu Wei plans to recommend Reba to play the role of a female staff member of the coalition government. As for the female villain, he will leave it to Clara.
"Really?" Reba looked surprised. She just asked casually, but she didn't expect that Gu Wei would actually arrange a role for her.
"Of course, when have I lied to you?"
Reba hugged Gu Wei excitedly, her excitement beyond words.
“Don’t be too happy too early. I just said that the filming will not start until the second half of next year at the earliest. I don’t know how long it will be until the movie is released.”
“Then just wait, there is such a good thing The opportunity is worth waiting for no matter how long”
(End of Chapter)