Chapter 189 Wu Yusen’s Wedding Banquet
After the matter was told, it was natural to have fun.
The group exchanged cups and cups and talked about "Stones" again.
Han Sanping smiled and said: "Is "Stone" really your main summer movie?"
Zhang Chen nodded: "Really, more real than Pearl."
The latter said with a smile: "Young people are scary. There is Xu Ke's "Seven Swords" in the summer movie."
Zhang Chen knew that Han Sanping was reminding him.
You can talk wildly when promoting, but there is no need to be stubborn when it is actually released. Box office is the most important thing.
Zhang Chen is very confident.
"Seven Swords" is a blockbuster, and Mr. Xu was also the soul figure who once led China Entertainment's martial arts films, but now it seems that his talent has been exhausted.
When filming "Seven Swords", I had to give up the elegant martial arts that I am good at and pursue some sense of reality.
The movie didn’t look good at all.
I am playing myself to death.
"We are not afraid. Even if we face each other head-on, we are confident." Zhang Chen's words were so confident that he couldn't help but surprised Yu Dong next to him.
At first he also wanted to win the distribution rights for "Seven Swords", but unfortunately he didn't succeed. In the end, it was acquired by Oriental Films. But now according to Zhang Chen, this film may be sold out.
"So confident? What do you think the final box office of "Stone" will be?" Han Sanping also became interested.
Zhang Chen thought for a moment, then turned to look at the other two people.
Jiang Wenli and Yu Dong also expressed their opinions immediately: "Don't worry, Director Zhang, we will definitely keep it a secret."
Yu Dong also specifically emphasized: "If I say nonsense, Third Master You will definitely not spare me."
Han Sanping was very satisfied and said beside him: "Don't worry about this, Yu Dong is still very strict."
Zhang Chen laughed: "I don't mean to distrust you two, I just organized the language..."
At this time, everyone was waiting for his answer, even Ning Hao was quite curious.
Zhang Chen didn't show off: "70-80 million, maybe."
Han Sanping: "Oh? I thought you would say 100 million~"
Zhang Chen smiled bitterly: " If it is for external publicity, I will definitely say so, but we are all our own people behind closed doors, so there is no need for that.
"Shark Beach" relies on too many external factors to achieve over 100 million, such as schedule, publicity, strong promotion from theaters, and your support...
But "The Stone" cannot, the summer release is a popular release. It is impossible for theaters to support "The Stone" like they supported "Shark Beach". Unless something special happens to make "The Stone" break out of the circle, it will be difficult to break the 100 million mark. "
Hearing what Zhang Chen said, Han Sanping suddenly became nervous: "I'm warning you, boy, don't make any more trouble then. You've been on camera a lot recently, and this is not a good thing. . "
Zhang Chen smiled bitterly: "How can I? Every time someone provokes me, okay? I can't just get beaten without fighting back. ”
“Anyway, just take it easy~”
Han Sanping also kindly reminded that people of his generation believed in the theory that "the rafters that stand out will die first".
The group had enough to eat and drink, and the meal was over.
At the entrance of the hotel, Zhang Chen shook hands with Han Sanping: "Third Master, it's settled. The distribution of "The Stone" will still be left to you, China Film and Television, with lighting assistance. Whether I can stand up and speak in the future is all up to me. It's up to you..."
"You kid, you are putting pressure on me now. What have you done?"
It sounds like a complaint, but in fact, it is already a complaint. He agreed in disguise.
After shaking hands with Jiang Wenli and Yu Dong one by one, everyone left.
In general, today's goal was basically achieved. Bona was convinced, Ning Hao was given a face, and the distribution of "Stone" was also negotiated.
At present, the largest distribution company in China is China Film, which works well with the ground network mode of light.
If there are no accidents, Star Entertainment will prepare to follow this model for several subsequent films.
……
The next day, Dong Jianqiang came to the company early as usual. The front desk had already prepared all the entertainment newspapers and placed them on his desk.
When Dong Jianqiang picked up one, the first thing he noticed was a photo.
In the photo, it is Zhang Chen, Yu Dong and others who came out of the hotel to say goodbye last night. Below is a headline: Bona and Xingchen Entertainment are suspected of having cleared up their past feud~
" This old boy is so thoughtful..."
You don't need to think about it to know that it must have been arranged by Yu Dong.
Dong Jianqiang grinned, this guy is a good publicity material, no wonder he is so good at hype.
……
Beijing, Anle Pictures’ Beijing office, Jiang Zhiqiang also saw this news.
Ever since he planned to make peace, Jiang Zhiqiang has been looking for opportunities, but his connections in the mainland have not been related to Xingchen Film and Television.
After asking around, some even had grudges.
Until I saw this news, I felt a sudden realization.
Yes, why don’t you ask Third Master to help you matchmaking?
……
China Film, Han Sanping Office
After a morning meeting, I felt dizzy.
Han Sanping leaned on his office chair and closed his eyes to rest. The phone on the table rang suddenly. It was the internal line.
After the phone rang twice, Han Sanping picked up. "Mr. Han, Mr. Jiang Zhiqiang from Anle Pictures is here and wants to visit you. He did not make an appointment in advance..."
Han Sanping knew the reason why Jiang Zhiqiang came, but he Don't want to get involved in this matter.
The approach in Hong Kong is indeed a bit excessive. The other party has no scruples in doing things. It is probably because no one has cared about it before and they have become wild.
It’s time to let them know what the rules are.
"Tell me, I recently had a meeting out of town and was not in the capital. If there is anything else, we can talk about it later."
Yes, Han Sanping was not prepared to see the other party at all.
……
Hong Kong
It's still the same hot pot restaurant from before. The people this time are slightly different from last time. A table of people toasted in celebration.
"Asen, congratulations on your return to Hong Kong, how long will you stay here~"
The focus of this table is Wu Yusen.
Wu Yusen toasted to everyone with a smile, "I just missed home this time. Come back and have a look. As for how long I will stay, I haven't decided yet."
After that, Wu Yusen said He drank it all, and the others followed.
Platefuls of mutton were pushed into the pot, and the aroma of mutton immediately filled the air.
Seeing Wu Yusen pick up a chopstick of mutton, Zeng Zhiwei smiled and said: "Asen, you are different now. You are a big Hollywood director. Will you be used to eating it when you come back?"
Wu Yusen smiled brightly: "What's the difference? I still use chopsticks when eating, and I still like hot pot and beer..."
"Haha, Asen, it seems you are still the same person..."
Zeng Zhiwei and Wu Yusen were chatting, but their eyes glanced at a woman on the other side from time to time.
"Who is this beauty? Asen, why don't you introduce her?" Seeing Wu Yusen just eating and drinking, Zeng Zhiwei finally couldn't help asking.
Wu Yusen has known him for many years, so how could he not know his temper? He said with a smile: "I thought you could endure it for a long time, but now you can't help it anymore."
Zeng Zhiwei's unique voice sounded: "You know I love beautiful women the most~"
He did not hide his lust at all.
Wu Yusen said: "This is Miss Lin Zhilin, a model from my hometown. I think her conditions are quite good, so I will bring development to Hong Kong."
"Oh, Miss Lin~" As soon as he heard that she was a female star who came to Hong Kong to develop, Zeng Zhiwei's expression immediately became lustful, and he stared at her three ways without any taboo.
Lin Zhilin didn’t mind either, and he stood up and toasted very sensibly: “Zhi Weiwei, Junru sister, Kexin brother, Chucheng brother, I am Lin Zhilin, I am new to Guibao land, please welcome me in the future. Take good care of me.”
Lin Zhilin’s voice was so loud that people’s bones felt numb just listening to him.
Zeng Zhiwei's eyes lit up and he looked at Wu Yusen. The latter was also an experienced driver and understood what he meant instantly.
"Zhilin admires you very much. She used to be in the modeling industry, but now she wants to develop into the film industry. When you have time, you can train her on her acting skills."
Lin Zhilin stood up obediently again and said in a cooing voice: "Then I'll take care of you from now on."
Zeng Zhiwei's eyes shone, and he was very satisfied with Wu Yusen's generosity. He was indeed a good friend. .
He replied: "I will take care of you, I will take care of you. Asen asked me to train you well, and I will definitely train you well."
Hearing such explicit words, Lin Zhilin seemed to have no idea. Hearing this, he smiled and sat down.
Zeng Zhiwei was even more happy when he saw the other party's reaction.
The modeling world is very chaotic. It's impossible for Lin Zhilin not to understand what he said, that means he doesn't mind.
Thinking of this, I feel a little bit excited.
Others have long been accustomed to this. This is the trend in the circle. If you want to go out and have fun, you have to figure out how to pay back. If you can't do it, you still want to be famous?
With the presence of beautiful women, the atmosphere suddenly became lively.
Everyone toasted to Wu Yusen one after another.
Among Hong Kong and Taiwan directors, Wu Yusen is the only one.
Hong Kong films declined in the 1990s, and Hong Kong and Taiwan directors collectively went to Hollywood to earn a living, but after many back and forths, only Wu Yusen stayed.
Everyone else came home defeated.
Lam Ling-tung and Jean-Claude Winton filmed "The Replicant" and "Hell Wakes the Dragon", which bombed the box office and returned to Hong Kong in despair.
Tsui Hark and Jean-Claude Van Damme made "The King of Strikes Back", which also flopped. Later, they were still unwilling to give in and made "Dark Man 2". They wanted to make a breakthrough in the video market, but they still failed. I finally gave up my desire to pursue a career in Hollywood.
I don’t know what happened, but these people all focused on Jean-Claude Van Damme and attacked him several times, almost ruining his career in Hollywood.
Since then, Jean-Claude Van Damme has never collaborated with a Hong Kong director again.
By the way, Jean-Claude Van Damme is the guy doing the crosshairs on the moving truck.
Only Wu Yusen, who filmed "Broken Arrow" in 1996 and "Face" in 1997, achieved good results.
Then in 2000, he collaborated with Tom Cruise and filmed "Mission: Impossible 2", reaching the pinnacle of his life.
Therefore, Hong Kong and Taiwan filmmakers all recognize him and think that he is the only great director because he is the only one who has stepped out.
Film people also talk about gossip when they get together, but sometimes they themselves are part of the gossip.
The group chatted about Hollywood news, Hong Kong Island news, and various gossips.
After chatting for a while, someone finally noticed Ma Chucheng: "Ah Cheng, how is your movie?"
Ma Chucheng looked miserable: "I'm in trouble this time. , the current box office of "Hancheng Strategy" is not even 1 million per day, and it is estimated that it will be released in no more than five days..."
His tone was rather despairing.
(End of this chapter)