Chapter 302 Premiere of "Hurricane"
The North American rights of "Hurricane" were sold to 20th Century Fox for 20 million
As soon as the contract was signed, Zhang Chen broke the news Got out.
He is not afraid of 20th Century Fox's dirty tricks like Miramax.
In the previous life, Miramax had cheated many Chinese companies. It signed a contract at a high price at the film festival, and then broke the contract. By then, the film festival had ended, and the producers wanted to find other buyers. He couldn't find it anywhere, so he had to sell it to him at a low price.
Zhang Chen is not afraid of doing the same in the 20th Century. There will be the Toronto Film Festival later, and the payment terms are stipulated in the contract terms.
The sale of North American copyrights is the best advertisement. After 20th Century Fox, film producers from other regions came to our door one after another.
In the end, Europe sold a total of 6 million US dollars, Japan and South Korea together sold 5 million, and Southeast Asia was ignored.
Overseas copyrights total more than 30 million US dollars, not more than "Heroes", but still very good.
The news spread back to China, causing an uproar.
"Taken" hasn't even been released yet, but it's already a hit.
Everyone wants to see what this action movie that makes foreigners amazed is like.
China Film Han Sanping has been feeling refreshed and refreshed these days. Not only China Film, but also the investors of "Hurricane" are all smiling.
30 million U.S. dollars, converted into RMB, is at least 240 million. This is not a box office and does not need to be divided.
It means that "Hurricane" has not only recovered its cost before it was released, but also made 120 million.
Not to mention Zhang Chen's movies, the domestic box office starts at least 100 million, which is all pure profit.
A few companies are celebrating, while other film and television companies are feeling sour.
Chengtian Entertainment, Wu Yusen is currently finalizing the "Red Cliff" project with Wu Kebo, and his face darkened when he heard the news.
Zhang Chen previously promised that he would use "The Rescue" to teach him how to make spy movies. Now that "The Rescue" is so popular, wouldn't that just slap him in Wu Yusen's face?
"Director Wu, who do you think is more suitable for the role of Sun Shangxiang?" Wu Kebo immediately motioned to his assistant to turn off the TV and changed the subject.
Wu Yusen pretended not to know: "Zhao Yanzi, send him an invitation first. It's not just him. We want to make this drama a classic. The more stars the better, except for the main characters, everyone else can be invited." Audition..."
He had already planned in his heart, "By the way, there is no need to audition for the role of Xiao Qiao. The Lin Zhilin I brought is good~"
Wu Kebo flattered Said: "That's natural. I still trust Director Wu's vision..."
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Mid-September
After Zhang Chen and others returned from Venice, the promotion of "Hurricane Rescue" immediately reached a new level.
Subway stations, bus stations, airports, shopping malls, large shopping malls, movie theaters, there are posters of "Hurricane Rescue" everywhere.
Dong Jianqiang released the second version of the trailer, which is still very popular~
Zhang Chen’s movies, he himself has always been the biggest selling point.
Zhang Chen led a group of creators to travel between cities to promote the movie. Everywhere he went, fans were very enthusiastic.
This is actually equivalent to bringing the road show forward.
Signing autographs, taking photos, attending events, appearing on programs...
Xingchen Entertainment and Bona compete for various media resources, because "Myth" will be released soon, on the 23rd, compared with " Hurricane Rescue” is a week early.
On the 21st, "Myth" held a grand premiere at the Great Hall of the People.
Cheng Long, Tang Jili, Jin Xishan, Liang Jiahui, and Shao Bing attended. This giant production, which is said to have cost 160 million Hong Kong dollars, finally met the fans.
According to media reports, it is said that the premiere alone cost 39 million.
That’s really bragging.
This bad habit was started by Zhang Weiping. When "House of Flying Daggers" had a mixed concert, it was said to cost 20 million. After the release of the blockbuster, everyone liked to praise it.
It’s as if you’re embarrassed to say you’re a blockbuster unless you spend tens of millions on the premiere of a blockbuster movie.
The premiere was very grand. A Korean reporter came to interview. I don’t know if it was for Kim Hee Sun or Cheng Long.
During this period, someone interviewed Liang Jiahui and asked him whether he was more optimistic about "The Myth" or "The Rescue".
Liang Jiahui is old, how could he fall into this trap.
"The two movies are of different genres, but they are both good movies. If possible, I hope everyone will watch them. I guarantee that they will give you a different experience."
The media's trouble was not successful. , wanted to continue, but was immediately interrupted by the host.
Just kidding, at the premiere of "Myth", you mentioned "Taken", man, are you here to cause trouble?
The next day, there were overwhelming reports about "Myth". After all, it is Cheng Long's transformation work. Who has seen the big brother wearing armor? You will see it when you watch "Myth".
The competition between the two movies for media resources has become fierce these days, and the premiere will undoubtedly bring a wave of popularity to "Myth".
But Dong Jianqiang is not in a hurry, because the premiere of "The Rescue" will be held soon.
September 27, Gongti
Tung Jianqiang was not satisfied with the venue of the premiere, feeling that it was upstaged by "The Myth".
But "Myth" is in the Great Hall of the People, and "Hurricane" cannot be chosen in the Great Hall of the People, so we can only settle for the next best thing.
Zhang Chen has no doubt that if the Bird's Nest is built at this time, Dong Jianqiang will choose the Bird's Nest without hesitation.
The recognized stadium in Beijing is not as good as the Great Hall of the People in terms of level, but it surpasses the latter in terms of space.
With tens of thousands of spectators in the stadium, it doesn’t look crowded at all.
A group of leaders who had just attended the premiere of "Myth" a few days ago attended again. They did not leave at all after attending the last premiere.
There were a lot of leaders from China Film, Shanghai Film, and West Film
There were also quite a few celebrities, dozens of them.
In addition to the main creators such as Tony Leung Ka Fai, Chen Daoming, and Xu Qing, many other actors also came. Fan Binbin, Zhang Guoli, Ning Hao, as well as the main creators who became popular because of "Stone" - Huang Bo, Xia Yu, Xu Zheng...
In addition, the stars of Sister Hua, Chang Ji Hongqi Stars under Li Xiaowan, stars under Emperor Hong Kong...
It was really star-studded...
After entering the venue, the reporters’ flashlights never stopped.
Dong Jianqiang is very satisfied with the effect of the scene. He can say anything, but it cannot be worse than the premiere of "Myth".
Now it seems that the effect of Gongti may be better.
Zhang Chen talked about the birth of "Hurricane Rescue" on stage: "At that time, the Hong Kong media slandered Ning Hao. I stood up and said a few fair words for Ning Hao. Immediately, some people attacked me, saying that I only People who know how to make horror movies say that I am young and not experienced enough, and that I said "Hancheng Raiders" is not good because I don't understand spy movies...
I couldn't bear this anymore, so I said at that time that I would make a spy film and teach you big directors what a spy film is. Haha, for today's premiere, I actually sent an invitation letter to director Wu Yusen. But he didn't come..."
Zhang Chen on the stage didn't show any taboo at all. What did he say?
When the audience heard that Wu Yusen didn't come, they immediately let out a cry Laughing.
What they like most is watching Zhang Chen bully others. This sentence alone makes it worth it today.
The reporters are even more excited and would like to record this scene in its entirety. It is said that Zhang Chen is a good friend of our reporters and provides us with materials all the time
Only a few leaders in the guest seats looked at me and I looked at you and shook their heads slightly.
People of their age are not used to this kind of seriousness in front of others, but they also know that Zhang Chen is such a virtuous person.
No one is known as the most trouble-making person in the entertainment industry!
Han Sanping didn't care at all and watched Zhang Chen speak happily.
The "Red Cliff" project co-operated by Chengtian Entertainment and Wu Yusen actually has no intention of involving China Film Group.
He really wants to eat alone.
Although Zhang Chen had reminded him before, Cheng Tian's "Red Cliff" was a big trap and it was best not to join.
But I think you don’t have to join, but you can’t help but invite.
Of course, some people want to cause trouble: "Excuse me, "Myth" also held its premiere a few days ago. The two movies are in the eleventh slot. Is there any competition?"
Of course Zhang Chen knows what the other person wants to do. If it were someone else, Zhang Chen wouldn't care whether he wanted to attract hatred or not, but with Cheng Long, there was no need.
After all, people came to support me in Venice. The fact that "Taken" was able to open up so quickly in Venice must have something to do with them. This is a favor.
“Competition? There is no competition.
“Myth” and “Taken” are two different types of films, and there is no competitive relationship.
And Mr. Liang Jiahui We are very good friends with Mr. Cheng Long, and Mr. Liang Jiahui participated in both works. This is more like a game between their friends.
"Myth" is Mr. Cheng Long's transformational work. Before this, Cheng Long had never made a costume film.
"Taken" is also Leung Ka-fai's transformation work. He basically didn't take on action movies before, let alone this type of movie.
We are all transforming together, and of course we want to witness each other’s transformation together. Wouldn’t it be great? "
Zhang Chen said nonsense seriously. They and Cheng Long had also communicated with Cheng Long about this in advance.
Someone will definitely ask about this, so everyone will answer this way to avoid media hype.
“Excuse me, why did you choose the subject of human trafficking? ”
Someone asked another question, the one just mentioned.
This time Zhang Chen's expression became serious: "Because I hope the whole world will pay attention to this issue. The issue of the sale of women and children is actually a very heavy topic. No one is willing to mention it, but it is It's real.
Have you all seen the trailer?
The numbers in the trailer are not scaremongering, they are all based on official reports.
I hope everyone can pay attention to him. In addition, although there are exaggerations in the movie, many plots are based on prototypes
We don’t feel it because the country protects us so well. It’s not peaceful abroad, and there are a lot of filth and cramped conditions in places you can’t see. So I hope everyone, especially young women, must pay attention when traveling... ..."
Zhang Chen did not dare to say too much, as saying too much could easily arouse the resentment of relevant departments.
He originally wanted to expand on domestic works, such as "The Lost Orphan", But after thinking about it, I decided to let it go.
The precedent of "Manslaughter" was in the past. Talking too much can easily put Xingchen Entertainment on fire again.
The atmosphere is too heavy and it will be over soon. The arranged agent asked: "I would like to ask, why is Liang Jiahui the protagonist? I heard that Cheng Long once recommended himself..."
This question successfully attracted everyone's attention. Zhang Chen smiled and said: "Why? The reason is very simple, because Mr. Liang Jiahui is my favorite actor, no one."
Hearing Zhang Chen say this Said, the audience immediately made a "wow" sound in cooperation.
“As for Brother Cheng Long self-recommended, it does happen. When I sent the script to Mr. Liang Jiahui, Brother Cheng Long happened to be with him, so he saw the script and was very interested. During the audition, he I came with him.
But the big brother’s screen image was a bit different from that of the film, so the collaboration didn’t work out in the end. As for why it wasn’t suitable, I’ll wait until everyone finishes watching the film. If you believe it, you will understand.”
At first, Zhang Chen denied that Cheng Long recommended himself. After all, he was suspected of taking advantage of others’ popularity.
But later Cheng Long admitted it himself, so Zhang Chen no longer needed to cover up for him.
At that time, Cheng Long probably thought that this was a work starring his good friend Liang Jiahui, and wanted to take the initiative to help increase the popularity.
I just didn’t expect that the popularity would be so high in the end, and it would even become a rival to my own "Myth".
(End of this chapter)