Chapter 116: 100 million box office lawsuits, steamed buns come out!
"Director Chen, can you explain why you ignore the issue of environmental protection? Has a similar situation happened before?"
"Director Chen, according to the investigation by the environmental protection department, The Promise crew not only destroyed the environment of Shangri-La, but in order to film the autumn scene, you also painted the leaves of the Old Summer Palace with yellow paint. This kind of vandalism is permanent. If there is a problem, those But they are all transplanted from ancient trees, and the price is very expensive!”
If it weren’t for Su Yi this time, Chen Kaige wouldn’t be in such a mess.
What happened later was that Han Sanping of China Film Group was covering for him, saying that Promise made money at the box office.
Environmental issues were only exposed later, and China Film Group invested in them, so naturally they were resolved within the system.
A fine was paid and a statement was made.
That’s it.
But this time it was exposed by Finance.
It’s no small matter!
Who was exposed by the financial channel before?
Three records!
Such large groups have been brought down.
Not to mention Chen Kaige.
Chen Kaige had a sullen face and pushed away the microphones that almost hit his stomach.
"I'm sorry, my husband has just finished his treatment. He is not in good health and cannot be interviewed. Our Promise crew deeply apologizes for the environmental issue. I am a producer and this is my responsibility. It has nothing to do with Director Chen Kaige."
Chen Hong stood up hurriedly.
Chen Kaige was just about to be discharged from the hospital.
The last time he knew about the box office, he added that sentence that made him break through.
A murder caused by a steamed bun.
Chen Kaige was so angry that he almost had a brain hemorrhage.
He roared angrily and wanted to sue Su Yi.
But Chen Hong knew that this matter was meaningless and would only lead to more criticism.
Su Yi is a director. It is normal for him to accept interviews and comment on movies.
Besides, there is no in-depth discussion.
The most important thing is that it is just a repost, although anyone with a discerning eye knows that this is Su Yi's idea.
“This matter is the responsibility of one of our executive directors. Because we can’t contact you now, we can’t give you a reply, but the compensation is ready and we can call the other party at any time—— ”
Chen Hong knows that there is no benefit in showing impatience or bad temper in front of the media.
When the media edits it, I don’t know how the reputation will be damaged, and it is already bad now.
I have no hope for this movie. What about the next movie?
Can you remain depressed for the rest of your life?
Chen Hong knew that this matter must be handled perfectly.
Otherwise, Chen Kaige’s future reputation would be over.
At least we can’t cause trouble to China Film!
This is the most important thing.
China Film Group regards Chen Kaige as a cash cow.
Isn’t Chen Kaige using them to make big investments?
"Director Chen Kaige, what do you think of the murder caused by a steamed bun?"
"Ms. Chen Hong, you are the producer of Wuji, and your husband is the director. Basically It's all up to you and your wife, whether there is any personal gain on the set -"
Hearing this, Chen Kaige couldn't bear it any longer.
If he rushes forward, he will fight the reporter.
The scene suddenly became chaotic.
"Old Chen! Don't be impulsive! Don't be impulsive!"
Chen Hong hurriedly stopped him.
Things are getting big!
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“Xiao Lu! Open the door!”
After hearing the knock on the door outside, Xiao Lu drowsily asked to open the door.
This is the house he rented himself.
I drank too much yesterday and am still in a daze.
I didn’t even know that so many big things happened during this period.
“Who is it?”
It almost broke the door.
"Director Zhang? What's wrong?"
Seeing the panting deputy director Wuji at the door, Squad Leader Lu was stunned.
"Our affairs have been exposed!"
Exposed?
Monitor Lu immediately sobered up.
"What's going on with me?"
They went outside together and spent all the money given by Chen Hong.
A large group of people were eating, drinking and having fun, and they still traveled first class.
It was very impressive when I went there, and squad leader Lu was fully responsible.
There is basically no restraint in spending money, and I basically spend everything.
“Let’s go, the producer is waiting for us!”
Monitor Lu got into the car nervously.
This time it was nearly a million.
There are more than thirty people, and there is not enough room in the first class cabin of a flight.
The air ticket alone costs nearly 400,000!
The rest was spent.
"Teacher Chen Hong"
Looking at Chen Hong's cold face, Squad Leader Lu knew that he was definitely going to be in trouble.
"Don't call me teacher, you are my teacher! I didn't expect this money to be spent like this!"
Chen Hong stared at Monitor Lu closely, with anger in his eyes.
This matter is now a big deal.
When I called Vice Chairman Han just now, he actually refused to answer the phone!
He hung up Chen Hong's call directly.
This made Chen Hong feel cold.
Actually, Vice Chairman Han did not do it on purpose, but he was in a meeting.
This time things are big.
The environmental protection department, the cultural tourism department, and the local government are all accusing the Wuji crew.
The Promise crew is invested by China Film.
So when faced with such a situation, it must be investigated.
We will never tolerate it now.
China Film is useless.
After all, there are two departments.
"I've cleaned everything up! It must be those bastards who took our money and did nothing!"
Monitor Lu immediately swore.
How many years of experience does Chen Hong have?
When he was using his methods, Squad Leader Lu was still peeing and muddy.
It was immediately obvious that something was wrong.
After asking a few staff members to investigate, I found out the truth.
"Xiao Lu, you handle this matter. You will bear all the money and charges, otherwise we will file a lawsuit."
Chen Hong stopped talking nonsense.
They can't protect themselves now.
I will definitely not think about others anymore.
Chen Kaige's reputation means money and future!
If the reputation becomes bad, the loss will be too great.
They can't afford it.
There will be several investors who want Chen Kaige to shoot movies in the future!
“I will bear it?”
It might have been enough to spend 1 million.
But a lot of things have been exposed now, not only Shangri-La, but also the Old Summer Palace!
Although the Old Summer Palace was built in modern times, the ancient trees in it were transplanted from other places.
When Squad Leader Lu followed the Wuji crew, it was actually almost over.
But in order to give his family face, he was allowed to use his name.
I didn't plan to use him originally, but Squad Leader Lu had a lot of bad ideas.
The leaves of the trees in the Old Summer Palace were all green at that time. It was summer after all.
At first, I wanted to deal with the post-processing, but Squad Leader Lu volunteered, saying that it would be more economical to paint the leaves. At that time, Chen Kaige also praised him for his cleverness.
Now it has become the biggest pollution.
Those poisonous and inferior paints have caused some ancient trees to wither.
Originally, Squad Leader Lu was not very wealthy.
Simple artistic family.
The current compensation may exceed 1 million, which makes Squad Leader Lu even more unable to pay it.
"Teacher Chen! Please save me! If I am really exposed because of this matter, my future career as a director will be over."
thump!
Monitor Lu is losing face at this time.
I just knelt down.
The man has gold at his knees!
But what gold is worth more than 1 million - even including the fine, it is 2 million!
He couldn't afford it.
Don’t look at Wuji Production, an investment of 300 million.
But the 300 million is money invested in the movie to make money.
For ordinary people, there are quite a few units at level 10,000.
And in 2005, what did 2 million mean to most families?
Chen Hong was already angry.
Now after hearing this, I am even more angry.
Your career is nothing!
If Chen Kaige’s career as a director was over, I would be desperate to fight this bastard in front of me!
“There’s nothing I can do to save you!”
Chen Hong walked away angrily.
Now we still have to wait for Han Sanping’s call, that’s the most important thing.
... The leader said with a smile.
Everyone sitting here is a leader, and observing words and deeds is the basic thing.
This is a joint meeting of multiple departments.
It is to discuss the issue of punishment.
People from CCTV also came to listen. The level was not low, so Director Hu came in person.
The main target of punishment this time is still the vice chairman of China Film Group.
"There is nothing we can do. This program that our superiors asked us to set up will kill even tigers and flies. And I didn't even know what the program was beforehand."
Director Hu said calmly.
I am also slightly dissatisfied.
What is this?
It’s not a big deal like Sanlu, it’s just an environmental issue. You’ll be fined a little and ordered to make rectifications within a time limit, and that’s it.
It's just that it's related to China Film Group. Is it so serious?
"Director Hu, Director Su Yi is really amazing. He can know such little things - don't get me wrong, our China Film Group is a national enterprise that invests in film production, but we are not the same as these illegal elements. ."
Han Sanping smiled, he could see that Director Hu was a little unhappy.
He knows that now that Su Yi is in Yangtai, he is just like Baobaodan.
And Su Yi did the right thing this time.
On the contrary, Chen Kaige made him extremely disappointed.
Thank you for trusting him so much.
It doesn’t matter if the movie loses money at the box office.
No one can guarantee that you will always make money, but the reputation is so bad.
Environmental protection has caused such a big mess.
Units within the system also came to investigate!
“The problem this time is mine. I shouldn’t have the title of producer but no actual management. I am deeply sorry for the local government’s affairs and will actively compensate and compensate. ”
Han Sanping is a person who does great things.
He knew that this incident might be related to personal vendetta.
But Chen Kaige just didn't do things well.
Otherwise, people won’t be able to catch the pigtails.
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"Director Hu! Director Hu!"
After the meeting, Han Sanping hurriedly called out to Director Hu.
“What’s wrong? Vice Chairman Han?”
"Hey, why are you so polite? Just call me Xiao Han. I am also the director of the sixth set after all."
Director Hu glanced at it and didn't bother much. This was a sign of goodwill. , there is no need for him to act too stiff.
"Actually, our six sets also appreciate talents. We also want to thank Director Su Yi for this matter."
Thank you?
Director Hu suddenly felt wary.
But he knew that CCTV's sixth set had nothing to do with them.
Now I just borrow their place and some equipment.
Whether it is broadcast content or performance, it has nothing to do with them.
“Director Su Yi didn’t plan to make a movie either. The main reason is that his professional skills are not suitable for him. Which famous director do you think has shot both movies and TV series? It’s more valuable than you are worth.”
This old Hu is simply an old fox!
Han Sanping said yes again and again, but after hesitating, he expressed his worries.
“You know, I am a true movie lover, and I am dedicated to taking off our Dragon Kingdom’s film industry. But look, when the six sets are played, how many of them are our own? Movies? 70% are imported! We have to pay a lot of copyright fees, and the most important thing is that this is a rigid target, 30% must be domestic movies, but even so, there are very few Most of them are old movies.”
Han Sanping was a little worried.
He is an ambitious person. As the director of the sixth set, he is also the vice chairman of China Film.
I just want to make more well-shot movies.
Not only is it broadcast on Channel 6, it can even be broadcast abroad!
Entertainment TV series, movies, and even games from the so-called great country.
Now they are all being blocked by the Korean Wave.
The same is true for TV series and movies.
Although there has been some progress over the years, all Hong Kong movies have been gradually suppressed.
In 2004, the box office was less than 200 million.
But compared with large-scale foreign productions, there is still a big gap.
This is the case in Bangzi Country.
"Old Han, I can understand your thoughts and meanings. But Su Yi is too busy now. Soldier Assault is a project of the Bayi Factory, and there is no time at all. If it weren't for the Promise crew, it would really make them angry Everyone, it is estimated that this documentary will not be released so soon.”
August 1 Film Factory!
Han Sanping smiled bitterly and nodded.
This is a competitor.
Director Chen Kaige's failure and the way he handled things really made him a little disappointed.
There are only so many directors in the film industry now.
It’s either the Hong Kong circle or the Beijing circle, or it’s the so-called northwest circle directed by Zhang Yimou.
Many of them don't cooperate with China Film Group, and now Chen Kaige is in trouble again.
Han Sanping doesn’t want to continue with Chen Kaige for the time being.
This is how I came up with the idea of discovering new people.
However, Su Yi is the best candidate.
But things cannot be wishful thinking.
Whether Su Yi can take on the important task and whether he can agree to it is still unknown!
"The box office of this Wuji movie is not very high, I heard. Many theaters have removed it."
Director Hu is also a little curious.
Such a majestic work ended like this?
“It can only be removed from the shelves. In less than half a month, the box office has exceeded 100 million points, and we are surrounded by lawsuits”
Han Sanping sighed.
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On the second day after the movie was removed from the shelves, pirated resources of Wuji could be searched on the website.
A young man followed Su Yi’s comments and created the first internet spoof video.
"A murder caused by a steamed bun"!
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(End of this chapter)