Chapter 196 won the Palme d'Or! This time we face Chen Kaige head-on! Hexi Corridor Premiere!
Su Yi recalled it in his heart.
It seems that the movie I am planning to make was invested by Shanghai Film Industry Corporation in the original world.
Now that the Bayi Factory is involved, the education department will also join.
Should this investment be increased again?
There are certainly no limits to investing in a movie.
Now the Bayi Factory has invested 300 million, and the education department has invested 200 million.
If SIPG continues to participate, it will cost 300 million.
800 million film investment!
This number alone sounds mind-numbing.
Ordinary directors would not dare to accept it.
At that time, many directors at the Bayi Film Studio avoided filming when they heard that they were going to make a movie about that overseas war.
The pressure is huge!
A domestic film with an investment of 800 million in 2006.
How much can the box office be?
In 2002, "Hero" ranked 250 million at the box office.
The box office of "Mobile Phone" in 2003 was 56 million.
In 2004, "Kung Fu" had a box office of 160 million.
It is not difficult to see that there are basically no masterpieces of war.
The previous Soldier Assault was even the first domestic military drama with an investment of tens of millions.
"Leader, two departments have already participated in the investment in this film. And the investment amount is not small."
Su Yi smiled bitterly. This time he felt the pressure.
“I know about this, but we are also very interested in such a movie.”
Chairman Wang’s smile is a bit ‘cunning’.
And also ‘not giving in’.
He knew that this time was a good opportunity. Is Director Su Yi so easy to hire?
Institutional matters always spread quickly, especially such big things.
Although Su Yi is now with the National Film Administration, the General Administration cannot really let him work, and most of the time he works in name only.
The real work is still in CCTV, and because of this incident, CCTV also found a higher-level leader to 'force' keep Su Yi in CCTV.
And after Su Yi negotiates the copyright issue this time, he is going to shoot a documentary.
Basically half a year has passed since this back and forth.
In the second half of the year, he is expected to direct a project for Bayi Film Studio.
One year has passed!
This makes Chairman Wang a little anxious.
Originally, China Film Group was at its peak because its film Parasite won four Oscars and earned a lot of box office revenue in North America and other countries.
Han Sanping was promoted as a result and fully took control of China Film.
If this continues, their status as the film director will become even more embarrassing.
They are both film and television companies, and they also want to make progress.
To be honest, before Su Yi came, Chairman Wang had already thought about it. He must cry poverty to the leaders. Originally, they didn’t have much property, and now they have to be taken away and used, so they will Put your own status very low.
Director Wang also knows that it is difficult to hold a bowl of water flat, but it can be handled on a large surface.
So in addition to the copyright fee, they are also allowed to impose some conditions.
After all, this is CCTV spending money - because of Su Yi's matter, Director Wang was quite critical.
“Our investment will not change, at least it must be the same as that of Bayi Factory, otherwise, priority will be given to filming our movies.”
Chairman Wang was only half joking.
“Soldier Assault was broadcast on Dongfang Satellite TV. Many people subconsciously felt that there was a military drama in Shanghai. So it didn’t matter if we were given priority.”
This sentence is a bit strong.
But now this is their concept.
Shanghai Film Academy is under their management. From an overall perspective, the profits and development of Shanghai Film Academy are definitely more important.
This Chairman Wang is much more difficult to deal with.
“We can use the copyright of Meiying at will?”
Su Yi suddenly raised his head.
It is definitely impossible to invest 800 million in ‘one’ movie.
But it’s okay to stew it in a spoonful.
"Yes, you can use it as you like. But the profits from the peripheral products should be divided into one-fifth. Isn't this excessive?"
One-fifth is okay.
Liu Shishi hesitated for a moment and nodded.
Even if it is half, they will still make a profit, but it is not interesting anymore.
“But if we go to Meiying to independently develop a new cartoon series, you can’t stop us—of course we won’t take advantage of the popularity of other versions.”
Chairman Wang has actually already The conditions are ready.
This is also possible, sharing copyright and joint development.
"All conditions are acceptable!"
Su Yi smiled.
This Chairman Wang is really difficult to deal with.
But it went smoothly.
It is probably because of the documents from the leaders above, otherwise there would not even be such a transaction.
After all, it is a state-owned enterprise, so even if Shanghai Meiying closes down, other departments will take over.
Slowly keep the copyright, maybe you can still use it.
“That movie”
Chairman Wang coughed.
“I’ll go as soon as I finish shooting the documentary. Around October.”
Documentary filming is ongoing.
Although the bullets are flying, you should check it from time to time. Although there are ginger tattoos, there is basically no problem.
Although Su Yi is still a director now, many things can be arranged for other people and he can just supervise the production himself.
For example, the children's channel is currently broadcasting a popular program, I love ancient poetry.
The competition system is still based on family groups, which attracted many people to watch.
Even without his own name, he is still very popular.
The key is that there are bonuses provided by advertisers. Once broadcast, the ratings remain high.
So most of the time, I can be a hands-off shopkeeper.
"October? Okay! If the script is finalized, I want to see it - it's not that I don't trust you, but I'm curious. My father also died in that battle, so I want to see it To the script.”
There are actually quite a few movies about overseas battles.
"Assault on the White Tigers", "Shangganling" and so on.
But they are too old, and the picture is no longer accepted by today’s young people.
They may even choose to watch cartoons like Natu to understand that too much time has passed, decades.
This is the fault of these film companies!
After saying it for so long, this sentence is the most sincere.
Su Yi nodded, the framework has been written.
The rest was left to several screenwriters in the editor-in-chief’s office to perfect.
When the time comes, their names will be written on the movie, and they will be paid.
Okay now, there is only one choice.
"Changjin Lake"!
And the subsequent Watergate Bridge!
800 million investment, two movies.
The three investors are completely satisfied.
It can be regarded as killing two birds with one stone.
“I didn’t expect it to go so smoothly. The flight tickets are still booked for tomorrow. Let’s take a good tour of this place today. How about it?”
"Welcome, welcome! Actually, I had an ulterior motive just now, and I feel very ashamed."
Director Jin said hurriedly.
Although Shangmeiying is not open to the public yet, many places inside are actually like museums.
Director Jin even invited a staff member who was familiar with the history of Shanghai Meiying to give an explanation.
Chairman Wang also accompanied me today, it can be seen.
He was in a good mood.
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China Film Group.
"Zhongjun, did you call me? You just finished the meeting."
The newly appointed vice chairman of China Film Group took over the management when Han Sanping was on a business trip.
The Parasite movie incident caused a huge response.
Since winning the Oscar, Han Sanping has been very busy.
The phone is often unreachable.
Su Yi hasn't seen him since the last time he talked about letting bullets fly.
Wang Zhongjun called several times, but after receiving no response, he called the vice chairman.
"Chairman Xue, we have a project now that we would like to report on."
Wang Zhongjun did not give up even after he encountered a snag from Su Yi.
In his own words, it is impossible that if Su Yi does not participate, they will dissolve the company, right?
This time is a huge business opportunity, with patriotism and the popularity of the rabbit.
So this movie must be made!
Zhang Yi was filming "Man City" and had no time.
A lot of other directors were also contacted, including Li Shaohong.
But Li Shaohong has been dealing with the matter of the new Dream of Red Mansions and seems to have never given up. Although the script was rejected by the General Administration, they have been 'working hard'.
After all, the General Administration is not very powerful in the eyes of some units.
Especially in 2006!
So Li Shaohong is not in the mood for this movie, nor is he confident.
Su Yi also rejected him, and some directors in Hong Kong also made it clear that they would not shoot at this time.
After all, Su Yi is at the height of his popularity, and ordinary directors avoid him.
I won’t rush forward at this time.
There are not many famous directors left.
There is only one Chen Kaige left.
Chen Kaige readily agreed, he needed such an opportunity.
He even thought this was a godsend.
But the 300 million offered by Huayi Brothers alone is not enough - they previously offered Su Yi 500 million.
But it would be safer for Chen Kaige to invest 300 million first.
The rest is still to find investment.
China Film is a good choice. No matter how bad Wuji is, Chen Kaige still has a certain reputation.
Even the descendants who have repeatedly failed can still direct large-scale productions.
“Zhongjun, why don’t you call Director Han first.”
Vice Chairman Xue knew Han Sanping's temper and told him exactly what he said.
The China Film Group is considered a dominant company. Although he, the vice chairman, is also a friend of him, he only does some small things.
In matters like investing in movies, it is better for Han Sanping to decide.
Although Han Sanping's vision is not always accurate.
"Chairman Xue, we have invested 300 million in this project, and it is a very hot project recently. Have you read that rabbit?"
Chairman Xue was stunned.
That rabbit?
It is indeed popular recently, but isn’t that Su Yi’s project?
Everyone knows about Huayi Brothers and Su Yi.
It was very stiff at that time.
"Our director is Director Chen Kaige, and he has invested 300 million. I think it will be a huge success, and it will also fill the gap where we have no war masterpieces after the first year!"
Wang Zhongjun knows that Deputy Xue The chairman still has this right.
“About overseas wars? Zhongjun, this is a good subject! Okay, I’ll write it down first. When Chairman Han’s call gets through, I’ll ask for instructions again.”
Such a war masterpiece is indeed within the scope of China Film's consideration.
“Sure, then I’ll wait for your good news!”
Wang Zhongjun felt relieved.
There is such a relationship, and Vice Chairman Xue’s plea.
Basically Han Sanping will agree.
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August 2006.
The weather has started to get really hot.
At the end of the Hexi Corridor, the temperature difference between morning and evening is much greater.
Old Wang’s face was dark, but his eyes were bright.
It is completely different from when he was at Capital TV.
It is no exaggeration to say that it is exposed to wind and sun.
To be honest, shooting outside is still very tiring, and the weather here changes quickly.
When going to some places to shoot, you even need to be led by local professionals.
"Director Wang, we should leave too. Are you still a little reluctant to leave?"
Su Yi laughed.
A few months passed in a flash.
Natu is still on the air and has become the ratings champion in the first half of 2006. It is overpowered by a cartoon and makes other TV drama directors feel very frustrated.
Da Qin Fu has been filmed. Two days ago, Yang Mi asked if he could participate in the promotion.
But with Zheng Xiaolong here, Su Yi is not worried that this TV series will be a hit.
There are also many famous actors.
And most noteworthy, Parasite won the Palme d'Or!
Although neither Su Yi nor Jiang Wen went, and even Liu Yifei did not go to the red carpet.
But Parasite still won the Palme d'Or.
One movie, Cannes Palme d'Or, Academy Award!
There are even Golden Globe Awards and so on.
This makes the West and North America remember the name Su Yi.
Originally, Jiang Wen wanted to go there this time, as a way to increase publicity for "Let the Bullets Fly."
But Su Yi really has no time and is not interested.
Proving that you have strength is enough.
This has caused an uproar in the entire film industry.
Many people in China are very envious, especially some fifth-generation directors and sixth-generation directors.
Before this, only one work by Chen Kaige had won the Palme d'Or.
Almost all the rest are nominations.
Now Su Yi has changed the previous status quo of Chen Kaige's family being the dominant one, which can be regarded as completely breaking Chen Kaige's golden status.
After all, in the previous world, both the 5th generation directors and the 6th generation directors were proud of the Oscars and Cannes awards.
Movies should be as literary and artistic as possible, but Chen Kaige won this special award.
So no matter how hard he is at the box office, his reputation remains.
And it has always been popular among investors.
After all, I didn’t lose much when filming a movie with him, and sometimes I could make some money.
Most of the later movies tended to be commercial films, because after 2010, the box office market of Dragon Kingdom movies also began to grow significantly. This was the era when world movies turned their attention to Dragon Kingdom. Therefore, few people are willing to make thankless literary films.
In the whole of Asia, it seems that only Chen Kaige and later Parasite have won this award.
There is only one Chen Kaige in the Dragon Kingdom, so this reputation can barely be maintained.
But now it has been broken by Su Yi, which is a huge harm to Chen Kaige.
However, Su Yi has been filming this documentary, but he has not been able to see Chen Kaige's wonderful reaction.
The entire Dragon Kingdom film industry was in an uproar, and the media reported it for three consecutive days.
Even the proud Sixth Princess. This incident was rarely reported before the movie was released.
"Congratulations to director Su Yi for his work, Parasite, winning the Palme d'Or. This movie is our pride and the pride of Bangzi Country."
The first sentence is considered normal, but the second sentence is completely Targeting the stick country.
The Sixth Princess has always been like this, speaking to the point and having a strong ability to break defenses.
The Bangzi Kingdom, which had previously criticized the Oscar incident, now also looks angrily at the West.
That sentence was also the pride of Bangzi Country, which completely stung them.
And they still can't figure it out. In 2005, Dragon Kingdom was still their main battlefield, but now it has completely changed.
Of course, a piece of news came out quietly during this period, and it didn't even occupy the space of the newspaper.
Just mentioned it.
"The new Dream of Red Mansions project directed by Director Li Shaohong has been restarted. After the previous changes to the script. Director Li Shaohong and the screenwriter retained respect for the original work. After re-examination by the General Administration, the script Preliminary review has been passed, and the casting is in preparation."
Faced with the overwhelming news reports about Su Yi, this matter is really not a concern, and it is even deliberately low-key.
At this time, most of the news reports were tilted towards Su Yi's new documentary.
Su Yi, who had been filming in the field, didn't notice it.
Actually, he doesn't care either.
Because in his world, the new Dream of Red Mansions was full of nonsense, which was completely different from his teacher's attitude of respecting the original work, so he took action.
This is a back door, killing this new Dream of Red Mansions in the cradle.
Even now that I know it is resurrected, I don't have any trouble in my heart, and I have even forgotten about it.
“If you want to say I’m reluctant to let go, I definitely am! The scenery here is so beautiful, and the level of these foreign photographers also amazed me. I learned a lot of knowledge. Didn’t I always ask about the original thing before? In fact, I was originally a photographer, but I changed my career to become a director. Compared with foreign shooting techniques, we finally achieved a satisfactory result. The ratings are extremely high! This is not a documentary, it is simply a movie. The one I watched last year was not as ambitious as you."
Wang Xiaoling sighed with admiration. Even swearing.
He will never achieve such great achievements in his life.
This documentary alone amazed him!
Although he was only responsible for shooting the scenery, he also watched the final results of the previous episodes.
This documentary, which has not yet been broadcast, is destined to leave a mark in the history of Dragon Kingdom documentaries.
"Director Wang, you really praise me so much. I don't have such big ambitions. I just want to show all the culture of our country. Although the previous movie "Emperor of Hanwu" was also a masterpiece, the investment was too small. It can’t be shocking. Some of the characters in this filming are also from the crew of Emperor Wu of Han Dynasty, which will increase the sense of immersion. The videos of the first few episodes have been completed, and the filming of the next few episodes has also been completed. Just wait. Let’s play it.”
Su Yi stretched out.
This time the number of local troops alone reached tens of thousands.
There are also countless costumes, armors, makeup, special effects and weapons. More than 20 million is almost not enough.
But... the documentary is really made according to the movie!
A trace of expectation appeared in Lao Wang's eyes.
Because he knew that this epic documentary would also have his name on it.
Lao Wang is convinced this time, he claims to be a genius, so it seems.
Too bad!
"The director whose film has won 4 Oscars and the Palme d'Or, Su Yi! A new work has come out!"
There has been no new work by Su Yi during this period, Natu Although it is being serialized, it is broadcast very slowly. It has been changed to one episode per week. Although I love ancient poetry and this kind of program makes people feel very good, the audience rate is there after all.
After seeing these publicity and the updates on Su Yi’s blog, people suddenly became interested.
It seems that I haven’t been ‘shocked’ for several months!
"Documentary: Hexi Corridor!"
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