Chapter 145 Fighting with the International Chapter
Jason Statham is not unknown in Hollywood now.
In 1998, he starred in "Two Smoking Barrels", followed by "Snatching and Robbery", and also participated in Jet Li's "Cosmic Wanted".
The resources are really good, but they are all small characters.
Last year, he finally starred in the first movie in his life where he played the leading role - "The Extraordinary Human Trafficker".
"Trafficker" was produced by Luc Besson's Europa Pictures, and the box office was okay.
But Jason wanted to develop in Hollywood, so he took the male lead role in this low-budget horror film.
Zhang Chen was still worried about the heroine, and Diane once again said: "Blake Lively has a strong desire to play the role. I gave a little hint, and she said , after you arrive, she wants to meet you alone, probably to convince you personally."
Zhang Chen raised his eyebrows: "Is it persuasion or sleeping clothes?"
"Haha. , Boss, I understand, my ex-boyfriend told me this joke, haha, I have to say, your writing is really amazing in terms of expressiveness..."
Zhang Chen also burst out laughing. He was just joking out of habit, but he didn't expect it to make Diane laugh.
“I can only say sorry about the heroine, and tell her that I have other candidates here, so we can only work together next time.”
Such a good opportunity to go abroad, Zhang Chen didn't want to waste it in vain, so it was best to use his own people.
"Oh okay, boss, I would like to kindly remind you that the actor you choose should be able to speak fluent English, you know..."
Dian is really afraid of Zhang Chen Forget about this, the director can use a translator if his English is not good, but if the actor's English is not good, should he use dubbing?
This is an English-language film produced by Hollywood, for the North American market. If your English is not good, why are you joining in the fun?
Zhang Chen really forgot about this.
After hanging up the phone, I called several candidates I knew one by one.
“Hey, Zeng Li, do you speak English?”
Zeng Li on the other end of the phone was confused. She looked at the phone screen in disbelief. Yes, it was Zhang Chen.
"Why are you asking this so politely...English? You know a little bit~"
"Can I communicate with foreigners without any barriers?"
"That's definitely not possible."
Zeng Lixin said that if my English was so good, why should I take the Chinese drama exam? Wouldn’t it be good to take the Beijing Foreign Studies University exam?
"Oh, forget it, just go about your business." Zhang Chen hung up the phone.
On the other end of the phone, Zeng Li looked at the phone that had lost its sound. She couldn't understand Zhang Chen's inexplicable behavior. Then, she suddenly remembered something...
No, don't do it. ...
Zeng Li wanted to call back, but it showed that the other party was on a call.
At this moment, Zhang Chen had just dialed Fan Jiuyi’s number.
"You finally remembered to call me..."
Sister Jiuyi's voice was full of resentment. Zhang Chen's sudden neglect in the past two days gave her the illusion of falling out of favor.
Just because of Lao Shizi’s yin and yang contract, Sister Jiuyi gets a headache when thinking about this.
"Okay, stop complaining and get down to business first. Let me ask you, do you know English, the kind that is very fluent and can communicate with people normally?"
Fan Jiuyi was also confused: "Yes, what's wrong?"
"Don't lie to me?"
Zhang Chen thought that Fan Jiuyi had the same idea as last time when he asked about surfing, whether he knew how to respond first and learn later.
"I'm not lying to you, I really know how to do it~"
Sister Jiuyi said firmly. Although she couldn't see his face, just by listening to his tone, he could imagine that his face must be full of confidence. .
"Then you say a few words and I'll listen..."
Zhang Chen learned a lot from the experience, and he had to confirm everything he said this time.
Sister Jiuyi also reacted at this time, and she felt a little excited in her heart.
“Lake Eden?”
Hearing the caution in the other party’s tone, Zhang Chen admitted generously.
"Yes, it's "Lake Eden", provided your English is fluent enough~"
After receiving the definite answer, Sister Jiuyi seemed to hear her heart 'thumping' beating sound.
She took a deep breath, forced herself to stabilize her emotions, and then said: "(*...#...&@&*(@))..."
A piece of standard American English came from the microphone. , Zhang Chen was still a little surprised.
“You really know how to do it?”
“Of course, I said I would, how about it, have you passed the test?”
“I have passed the test, I will pick up the script tomorrow. Here it is, you can get familiar with it as soon as possible, and besides..."
Before he finished speaking, Sister Jiuyi's excited shouts came from over there.
Win it? He actually won~
The heroine of "Eden Lake" that everyone in the circle wanted, unexpectedly fell on his head without any warning.
Is this pie in the sky?
After waiting for a few seconds, the other end became quiet again. Zhang Chen continued: "Get your passports ready. We will fly to Los Angeles after the premiere of "A World Without Thieves". During this period, what is your most important thing?" It’s better to find an acting teacher to give you extra lessons. You don’t want your North American debut to be compared to others..."
Sister Jiuyi is very lucky that she speaks fluent English.
Who would have thought that the reason why she won "Lake of Eden" was actually because of this?
By the way, Zhang Chen’s last words must also be taken seriously. You must not embarrass the Chinese people when you go abroad. You must improve your acting skills, but who should you find as an acting teacher?
......
On Zhang Chen's side, while hanging up the phone, he told Dong Jianqiang, who was standing next to him with his ears pricked up: "On the Colombian side, try your best to talk and let them increase the price. If that doesn't work, 15 million is fine.
But there is one condition: "Shark Tank" must be released in North America no later than February next year, and there must be no less than 2,000 theaters open. This is a prerequisite. If we can't agree on this, there is no need to continue talking. "
Dong Jianqiang understood instantly, "Are you going to use "Shark Beach" to make Fan Binbin look good? "
"Yes. ”
Zhang Chen wanted to use mainland actors, but he actually had no choice.
Zhang Ziyi refused because Gong Li was not the right age.
The only ones left are Zeng Li and Fan Jiuyi.
After all, Zeng Li has "Dark Invasion" and is somewhat well-known in the horror film circle. If "Dark Invasion 2" can be released in North America in advance, its popularity can be further expanded.
But Zeng Li has a bad character.
The reason why Zhang Chen insisted on using mainland actresses was mainly to compete with international chapters in the future.
Aren’t you taking the international route?
I will personally bring one out to compete with you for resources?
Zeng Li’s character is too generous. Even if she was praised, she would definitely not be able to defeat Zhang Ziyi.
If he had been able to fight, Zhang Ziyi would not have snatched that opportunity away.
But if it were Fan Jiuyi, that would not necessarily be the case.
The four-dimensional double ice has stood firm for many years, and nothing is simple.
Zhang Ziyi versus Fan Jiuyi, it is not certain who will win.
As for Xu Qing, he had never considered it.
Yes, Xu Qing’s parents are both diplomats, so his foreign language must be no problem.
But she is not famous.
So the most suitable candidate was Fan Jiuyi. Even if she wasn't good at speaking, Zhang Chen would probably still use her, but he didn't expect her to give him a surprise.
"Then I'll talk to the people in Colombia..." Dong Jianqiang said and was about to go out. As soon as he opened the door, he saw Ning Hao and Chen Xi who were about to knock on the door.
"Haozi, why are you here?"
Ning Hao came in with a smile: "The movie is finished, why don't I invite you to the wrapping banquet?"
Chen Xi was also smiling behind him.
"Is it finished? So soon?"
"I'm sorry, it's been filming for more than a month and it should be finished."
"Dark Invasion 2" was launched at the end of October. Sitting in the studio of Qingying Film Studio, I was so focused on filming that I didn't even bother to attend the premiere of "Shark Beach".
At this time, Cao Bingkun also walked in from the outside: "Big, big, big...director, said, we agreed to go...to visit the class, but...I didn't...see you...do you...don't recognize us?" Helping... a friend..."
Cao Bingkun often likes to pretend to stutter, not to mention, he really has a bit of Xie Ruolin's style.
"How could it be? I was so busy arguing with people a while ago that I forgot about the visit. It's my fault. I'll punish myself with three drinks tonight. How about it?"
"How can three drinks be enough? At least three Ten cups." Chen Xi cheered from the side.
"Hey, you girl, you are back just now. Let me ask you, how are the preparations for "Black 2" going?"
Speaking of this, Chen Xiyi With a proud face, before he could speak, Ning Hao was already speaking next to him.
“Chen Xi is really a genius in production, and the entire crew was clearly arranged by him. This filming is completely different from the two previous ones. I didn’t have to do anything at all. I thought, others have already It’s arranged.”
Chen Xi was very excited to be praised by others, especially in front of his boss.
“The evaluation is so high?”
“Of course, you have to give me a salary increase.”
“No problem, by the way, you just happened to be here, then the company will accept The following projects will also be handed over to you for preparation.”
“What project?”
"One movie and one TV series. The TV series is called "Wulin Gaiden". You will find Manager Dong later and he will explain to you.
The movie is called "Manslaughter". The script has been completed and the two female leads have been decided. The other roles of Jiang Wenli and Xu Qing have not yet been decided. Filming is expected to start after the year. Please prepare..."
"No problem"
Chen Xi followed Dong Jianqiang out to get the information with confidence. , Ning Hao shook his head: "This girl is very good, she is just a workaholic. Every day's construction schedule is fully arranged. If I didn't insist on polishing some shots several times, "Black 2" would have been completed long ago. "
Cao Bingkun also complained: "Yes, this woman is young but does not fall in love. There were actors in the crew who wanted to pursue her, but she rejected them all. She only wanted to pursue a career. No. Those who knew thought she was the boss of the company.”
Zhang Chenxin said that this is a good tool man, unlike the two of you, who are just doing nothing day by day.
At the same time, I remembered it in my heart and felt that this combination could continue.
Ning Hao’s filming speed cannot be said to be fast.
After "Stone", it took five years to surpass "Racing". Although it was a blockbuster, the efficiency was too slow.
Zhang Chen definitely cannot let his procrastination get worse in this life. Maybe Chen Xi is the special medicine.
Then that afternoon, Zhang Chen saw Chen Xi's working ability.
In just half a day, she had sorted everything out, and even took the time to meet Director Shang Jing.
Even on the way to the wedding banquet at night, I was still asking Zhang Chen: "Boss, do you have a suitable candidate for the role of the daughter in "Manslaughter"?"
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