Chapter 144 Nortel Golden Flower, competing on the same stage
Huayi Brothers
In President Xiao Wang’s office, a group of people were discussing the guest invitation list for the premiere of "A World Without Thieves".
"I heard that Zhang Yimou is in the capital during this time. Do you want to invite him?"
"Forget it, he is not from the same group as us. There may be conflicts when he comes."
After hearing Wang Zhonglei's suggestion, Feng Xiaogang shook his head.
The most annoying thing among Wang Shuo and Ye Jing's gang is Zhang Yimou, who will definitely make sarcastic remarks when they meet.
Can't do it.
In fact, he himself has no ill feelings toward Zhang Yimou, and even admires him quite a lot. "I Dedicate My Youth to You" published last year is Feng Xiaogang's memoir. In it, he commented on many directors in a ridiculing way, except Zhang Yimou, probably out of respect.
“Who have you invited?”
"Chen Daoming, Ge You, Chen Kaige and his wife, Wang Shuo, Jiang Wen and his wife, Xu Cairen, Gao Jun, Han Sanping, Chen Guofu, Zhang Chen, Dong Jianqiang, and some other celebrities from Hong Kong and Taiwan are all friends of Liu Tianwang... …”
Feng Xiaogang was stunned when he suddenly heard Zhang Chen’s name.
This name has been too loud recently. The second domestic director with a box office of over 100 million is also one of the protagonists of that scolding war.
To be honest, Feng Xiaogang is a little bit intolerant.
I am one of the top three directors, but the highest-grossing movie so far is "Mobile Phone", which only earned 56 million.
Zhang Chen, a young boy, not only surpassed him in the box office of his first movie, but his second one even directly exceeded 100 million, leaving everyone except Zhang Yimou far behind.
But he doesn’t hate Zhang Chen. Privately, he thinks that Zhang Chen, him, and Zhang Yimou are actually the same kind of people. They don’t have strong backgrounds. They can get to where they are today because of themselves. .
Well, yes, the connotation is Poet Chen...
...
The next day, Zhang Chen asked Xu Qing to audition again.
The results of the audition were mediocre. To be honest, Xu Qing's acting skills were okay.
In fact, the acting skills of actors of this age group are quite good, including Four Danshuangbing and so on, except of course Xu Cairen.
Zhang Chen is a little confused. Whether it is Jiang Wenli or Xu Qing, they can easily choose the role of Ayu, and they can choose anyone.
Xu Qing has been in love with him for a long time, and Zhang Chen must be psychologically biased towards her.
But Jiang Wenli’s performance yesterday was so amazing.
In terms of pure acting skills, Jiang Wenli is definitely better.
Somewhat tangled~
The office door knocked from outside. After Zhang Chen agreed, Dong Jianqiang pushed the door open and came in.
"Ms. Xu~"
First he said hello to Xu Qing, and then Dong Jianqiang said: "I have sent you an invitation letter to the premiere of "A World Without Thieves" on the 6th. ,Are you going? ”
"Go, of course, why not go."
During the scolding battle, Feng Xiaogang was considered a helper, and this favor must be returned.
Isn’t that what it’s like in the entertainment industry? You support me and I support you.
Flowers are not as good as a hundred days, and people are not as prosperous as a hundred days.
Public figures walk in the spotlight every day, and no one can guarantee that they will not make mistakes, and they are never sure when they will be criticized verbally or writtenly, so they need to have a circle.
The circle can help you when you are at a low point. Isn't the scolding war about Zhang Chen the best example? Whether someone speaks for you or not, the final result is completely different.
Zhang Chen does not need to actively integrate into the circle like Feng Xiaogang.
But he is not exclusive either.
"How was the audition?"
Dong Jianqiang just asked casually. Zhang Chen didn't expect Dong Jianqiang to help him solve the problem. He just said casually and explained why he was struggling. Thinking of Dong Jianqiang's words reminded him.
"Why don't you let them compete on the same stage?"
Huh?
“Jiang Wenli and Xu Qing were classmates, and they were the two most famous golden flowers in their class. Many years later, both of them have become famous.
Under such circumstances, the two met again Frame together, this is a good gimmick in itself..."
It is really a word that wakes up the dreamer.
Why didn't I think of this?
Zhang Chen couldn't help but cast an admiring look at Dong Jianqiang, who waved his hand and said that this was nothing at all.
We who are engaged in distribution are best at making fuss about these things.
He completely considered it in terms of how to hype it when it was released.
Zhang Chen thinks it is feasible, but it requires the consent of the two parties involved.
Of course Xu Qing was fine, Zhang Chen called Jiang Wenli.
“You want me to play the villain?” Jiang Wenli over there was a little surprised.
"Yes, in fact, I mainly want you to compete with Xu Qing on the same stage. You are classmates and the two most famous golden flowers in the 88th grade. You have a lot of gimmicks.
Only But I have to ask you to play the villain. The villain's police chief needs a strong explosive power, and you are the only one who can do this..."
Zhang Chen tried his best to persuade Jiang Wenli, but Jiang Wenli would definitely have a psychological gap.
It would be strange not to.
The heroine who was originally auditioning was suddenly replaced as the villain. She is a famous actor.
Zhang Chen continued to apologize. The role of police chief he had originally booked was Chen Shu.
Chen Shu is considered to have a strong aura among actresses and her acting is good. The disadvantage is that she is not famous enough.
Jiang Wenli was also hesitant. Zhang Chen’s reason was very reasonable. The PK between the two golden flowers was indeed a gimmick.
Even I have some expectations. And are you afraid of PK?
Actors are all competitive. Without a competitive spirit, you cannot be a good actor.
We are in the same class as Nortel Golden Flower, so it is inevitable that we will be compared with each other.
As time passed, even she wanted to win in an upright manner.
"Okay, Director Zhang, I agree."
"Thank you so much, Sister Wen Li. Don't worry, the police chief's role is no less important than Ayu's. Both roles have a lot of room for development. "
After comforting Jiang Wenli, Zhang Chen looked at Xu Qing again.
Just now when Dong Jianqiang mentioned that she and Jiang Wenli should compete on the same stage, Xu Qing showed great interest.
It seems that there was quite a lot of grudge between us when we were in school.
However, Zhang Chen still specifically warned Xu Qing that she needed to change her style a little.
She is so gorgeous. In fact, according to Xu Qing's temperament, she is most suitable for a glamorous role like that in "The Beautiful Legend of Sicily".
Although Ayu in "Manslaughter" is also beautiful, if she were not beautiful, the villain in the movie would not think of giving her mother as well, but she should not be too beautiful, otherwise she will steal the show.
Well, when the time comes, let Xu Qing tone down her charming temperament and make her makeup more ordinary, and that should be enough.
Zhang Chen thought it should be feasible. Xu Qing got the role and was going back to study the script. Before leaving, he asked by the way: "Are you coming tonight?"
"Well, wait for me."
Finally it wasn't for nothing.
But then I thought again, Xu Qing is a smart person, she is satisfied with her role, and she will definitely spare no effort in other aspects.
Well, why do I suddenly feel something?
"By the way, I almost forgot to mention that the premiere of "A World Without Thieves" has a red carpet." Dong Jianqiang reminded from the side.
"So?"
"So you'd better find a female companion~"
Dong Jianqiang really wants to say that if our company has an artist management business, we don't have to worry so much.
As for starting an artist management business, he once mentioned it, but Zhang Chen rejected it.
He couldn't understand why Zhang Chen was so repulsive to artist managers, and Zhang Chen didn't bother to explain.
It’s annoying to have too many women~
Isn’t Huayi in trouble because of some sister dispute?
If these women cause trouble for him again, it will be even more annoying~
It’s okay now, the information is not developed enough, and the public knows less about the entertainment industry.
When Weibo comes out in a few years, it will be an era when there are no secrets in the entertainment industry, and many old bad debts can be uncovered, so he will be too lazy to wipe his ass.
Zhang Chen kept silent and was thinking about who to look for when walking on the red carpet. When he looked up, he saw Xu Qing looking at him with a smile.
A fierce slap on the thigh~
It’s really dark under the lamp, isn’t this ready-made?
Dong Jianqiang is next to you: Can you pat yourself on the thigh next time you sigh?
Zhang Chen politely extended an invitation: "Will you walk with me on the red carpet?"
"Walking the red carpet with the billionaire director? Of course I would."
Xu Qing turned around gracefully, but it was a pity that she was not wearing a skirt.
But still beautiful.
Next to me, Dong Jianqiang secretly rolled his eyes: If there was no adultery between the two of you, no one would believe it.
After Xu Qing left, the two talked about the overseas copyright sales of "Shark Beach".
"Colombia is willing to pay US$15 million to purchase all overseas rights plus DVD and home video rights. I think it is a bit low. I want them to increase it to US$20 million. They are still considering..."
General Dong Jianqiang The copyright negotiation situation was briefly introduced. He was afraid that Zhang Chen would not understand the process, so he took the initiative to explain.
“Although our “Shark Beach” has a domestic box office tie with “House of Flying Daggers”, its overseas popularity is far less than the latter.
“House of Flying Daggers” " is a unique Chinese costume blockbuster. Now is the time when costume blockbusters are popular all over the world, so the North American copyright alone can be sold for 20 million US dollars.
But "Shark Beach" cannot do this. Hollywood can make monster movies on its own. Although Columbia also believes that "Shark Beach" is of good quality, it is nothing unusual, so its global overseas rights total only US$15 million.
Don't be angry, this is a matter of subject matter~"
Dong Jianqiang is afraid that Zhang Chen will not be able to think clearly. Young people are inevitably competitive.
Zhang Chen is not competitive, what Manager Dong said He knew all this.
When he was about to say something, the phone suddenly rang. It was Diane from far away in the United States.
"Hi, Diane..."
"Hi, Boss, it seems that you are in a good mood today~"
Zhang Chen shrugged: "It's not bad, why are you calling?"
"It's from New Line , they asked me to inform you that the crew has completed preparations. How do you say that in Chinese? Oh, everything is ready, all we need is the east wind~"
Although Dai An’s Chinese is not bad, he always brings There is a strange emphasis, especially after the comment.
However, Zhang Chen still did not hesitate to praise.
"Boss, when are you going to come to the United States?"
Zhang Chen glanced at the old director next to him: "On the 7th or 8th, I have some things to deal with here..."
"Okay, that's how I'll reply to them. By the way, the male lead has chosen the British actor Jason Statham according to your recommendation. Have you chosen the actress?"
(End of this chapter)