Chapter 119 Invitation Letter for the Academy Awards
“Li Chen visited the cast of “Ip Man” and will no longer respond to the scandal and Song Zude’s remarks.”
“Zhang Yimou’s new film “Golden Armor” starts filming today. Chow Yun-fat and Gong Li join the cast."
"The new Mou girl has been announced, and Zhang Weiping confirmed that the 17-year-old new girl named Li Man is the one chosen by Wanli."
"It is reported that Jinxiang has asked again. Li Chen sent out an invitation to present the award. ”
"Zhang Yimou's famous work "Red Sorghum" will be remade into a drama by Rongchen Pictures. Popular actress Zhou Xun will challenge Gong Li to play the role of Jiu'er!"
The eye-catching news has awakened everyone in the industry. .
If there had not been a remake of "Red Sorghum", then the start of filming of "The Golden Jacket" and the release of "The Girl" would definitely be the undisputed headlines.
Unfortunately there is no if!
Zhang Weiping felt very unlucky. He even suspected that Rongchen Pictures was targeting him.
I released the news about Yimou's "Golden Armor", and you broke the news about Yimou's "Red Sorghum" remake.
Zhang Dapao didn’t believe Li Chen didn’t do it on purpose.
"Yimou, when did Mo Yan sell the rights to remake the TV series "Red Sorghum"? Why didn't you say a word!" Zhang Weiping said in an unhappy tone.
Zhang Yimou held the phone and smiled: "I just found out, and I haven't bothered to ask Mo Yan yet, but Zhou Xun's performance as Jiu'er shouldn't be too bad. I'm really looking forward to it."
Zhang Weiping has lawsuits all over his head, am I talking about the actor’s problem?
Zhang Weiping hung up the phone irritably, and called the person below again.
"Let Qin Junjie out again tomorrow!"
"Boss, he is only a sixteen-year-old kid, no one pays attention to him at all!" The people below were a little collapsed!
“You don’t have a brain? You wouldn’t call yourself a ‘boyfriend!’” Zhang Weiping shouted.
“Huh? The Conspiracy Man.” The people below were all tongue-tied by Zhang Weiping!
After hanging up the phone, Zhang Weiping cursed angrily: "You are so stupid!"
Li Chen arrived at China Film and Television and met Han Sanping.
In the office, Han Sanping's deputy gently closed the door, then took a long breath and said to himself: "Mr. Han finally has a smile on his face."
< br>"Director Han, why was the call transferred to the secretary desk?" Li Chen sat down and smiled.
"You know what you are asking, but you have to drink tea and pour it yourself." Han Sanping laughed and scolded.
"Because of "The Promise"? That's not true, is it? The chapter hasn't been turned yet?" Li Chen said in surprise.
When he was in Berlin, he saw domestic news saying that reporters could not contact Han Sanping. It had been a week and it was still not over.
“Let’s not mention “The Promise.” China Film will have a hand in your company’s projects this year, whether you are directing them or not.” Fish, now Han Sanping looks at every project of Rongchen Pictures based on the principle that he would rather kill by mistake than let it go.
Han Sanping stared at Li Chen intently. He didn't need to speak too bluntly. With Li Chen's shrewdness, he would definitely understand.
Li Chen thought about it for a few seconds and nodded: "Okay."
Both of them are understanding people and didn't talk nonsense.
Han Sanping needs merit, because next year will be the change of the China Film Group.
But Li Chen knew that even if he didn't help him, he would still succeed Director Yang next year.
Forget it, there is endless money to be made, this favor is not small, Han Sanping knows it well.
The two discussed the introduction of "Buried Alive" and the progress of "Thieves".
Li Chen and Andy Lau mean that "Buried Alive" doesn't need to hold a premiere. Once it's reviewed, it will be released simultaneously with Lionsgate in North America in April.
Han Sanping felt a little better and took Li Chen to have a light meal in the canteen of China Film Studio at noon.
During the break of eating, Han Sanping chatted with Li Chen about Wuyusen's "Red Cliff"
"If you want to express your anger, I can make the decision and give you a 30% share." Han Sanping San Ping had an expression that said, "I think that's interesting!"
Li Chen almost spit out his rice when he took a mouthful, so he quickly took a sip of vegetable soup before swallowing it.
Han Sanping patted Li Chen on the back and said with a smile: "Why are you so excited!"
Li Chen was heartbroken! Was I excited? I was so fucking scared.
You have just climbed out of the pit of "The Promise" and are about to jump into the pit of "Red Cliff" again.
"Red Cliff" was also released late. If it were to be released this year, Han would be a little worried about next year.
Li Chen raised his hand and interrupted Han Sanping's self-absorption: "Director Han, I appreciate your kindness."
"There is no need to invest, and I advise you not to invest too much."< br>
Han Sanping put down his chopsticks and his expression changed a little: "What do you mean? You don't like "Red Cliff"?"
Li Chen also put down his chopsticks and said seriously: "Let's put it this way, Director Han, I don’t like the historical dramas produced by those in Hong Kong, no matter whether they are Wuyusen or Youyusen.”
“These people do not receive nine-year compulsory education. How many people who know history want to play Chibi?"
"Director Han, the lessons learned from Chen Kaige are still there. It's up to you whether you listen or not. If you're not happy, just pretend I didn't say anything today."
Han Sanping felt a sudden shock in his heart. Li Chen said this The boy has a crow's mouth, and "The Promise" made him right on target.
The words of a vice president during the discussion at the group meeting echoed in Han Sanping's mind.
""The Promise" is in front. "Red Cliff" can take the lead, but there is no need to take the lead."
When he heard this sentence, Han Sanping was still a little angry. This was obviously Coming for him.
But now that Li Chen said this, he felt a little uneasy.
"Okay, don't say this again in the future. Since you don't vote, forget it, I will find someone else." Han Sanping replied ambiguously.
Li Chen mourned from the bottom of his heart for those who were wronged and were about to invest in "Red Cliff".
If I remember correctly, Cheng Tian entered the game in the end, and China Film seems to have only invested a small part.
After talking about "Red Cliff", Han Sanping mentioned Li Chen's special effects targeted training plan.
Li Chen was not surprised that Han Sanping knew about this.
But Han Sanping mentioned Chang Hong again, who had not been seen for a long time.
I heard that he went to the south not long ago, got involved with Tang Jili, and opened a special effects company known as the largest in the country.
What Han Sanping meant by this was that if Li Chen wanted to open a special effects company, he would be the middleman to bring Chang Hong over. With Chang Hong here, many things would be easy to handle.
Perhaps Li Chen is not a member of the system and does not understand Han Sanping and others' sophistication.
"Director Han, stop it. I'm not interested in knowing who is Chang Hong's son or grandson."
"My company must have the final say. If Chang Hong wants to come, he can only Like Yang Siwei, they are all my employees."
"Why are you so ignorant! Haven't you heard of anyone in the court?"
"Have you heard of it? I have also heard a saying that calls for luring the wolf into the house. Chang Hong is not a person who lives under others and keeps to himself. I don’t want my company to change in the end,” Li Chen said bluntly.
Han Sanping was stunned by what Li Chen said. "Okay, I won't mention this again in the future. If you really open a special effects company in the future, as competitors, you will meet sooner or later."
Li Chen didn't pay much attention to Chang Hong and Tang Jili's low-end special effects company. He just bought second-hand goods from nowhere and claimed to be the most advanced special effects equipment in Hollywood. He thought everything was fine.
After coming out of China Film Academy, the driver sent Li Chen to the company.
After entering the Jinxiu Diamond Building, the elevator door has not yet been closed.
"Wait, wait, wait." came a female voice.
Li Chen pressed the elevator door button.
He saw a round-faced girl wearing a yellow woolen sweater, blue straight pants, a ponytail, and a chubby face. Li Chen looked a little familiar.
The girl was stunned: "Li, Li, Director Li?"
Li Chen smiled and nodded in response: "Which floor is it?"
"Third floor, third floor." The girl's heart beat faster. She didn't expect that when she came to apply for a job, she would meet the boss of the company.
"Come for an interview?" Li Chen looked at her and asked casually.
Since the media reported on the grand annual meeting of Li Chen's company, whenever the company releases recruitment information, there are always countless people coming for the million-dollar real estate.
"Well, my name is Zhang Jiao, and I'm here to apply for a job as a stylist." The girl spoke with a Northeastern accent.
Li Chen frowned slightly, Zhang Jiao? Zhang Tianai? Why does it look like this?
But after thinking about it for a moment, I felt relieved.
How old is this person now? At her age, there is no one who is as naturally beautiful as Miss Liu and cannot give up.
Most of them are stupid. At least this one looks much better now than when he first met Tang Yan.
Li Chen said no more, and the elevator quickly reached the third floor.
Zhang Jiao only hated that the elevator was too fast. As soon as she said this, the elevator door opened.
But Zhang Jiao was in a good mood. She met the big boss before the interview, so it was a good fortune.
When he arrived at the office, Li Chen was not prepared to interfere in Zhang Jiao's interview. Whether he could apply for the job would depend on her luck.
The assistant took several invitation letters screened by Yang Siwei and placed them on Li Chen's desk.
What about the Magic City International Film Festival, the upcoming China Film Festival, and the Academy Awards ceremony in Washington.
Li Chen called Yang Siwei in, and Zhou Xun also came to the company, so he came with Yang Siwei.
Zhou Xun was wearing a black jacket, petite and exquisite, looking back and forth in Li Chen's office.
"Thinking, the bathroom in Director Li's office is as good as your office, tsk tsk, there really is no harm without comparison." Zhou Xun complained.
Yang Siwei rolled his eyes, how can they compare!
“I heard that you went to the United States to meet your parents during the Chinese New Year?” Li Chen said with a smile.
“Don’t mention it, we just had a simple meal and let the paparazzi say it was me and Daqi who received the certificate!”
Zhou Xun didn’t want to say more, and Li Chen stopped asking.
"Boss, I declined them for you before the Academy Awards ceremony. I don't know why they sent an invitation letter again, and even the media found out about it." Yang Siwei was also a little puzzled.
Li Chen turned to look at Zhou Xun, his eyes uncertain.
“Look what I’m doing, I’m still hesitant to go! You and Director Chen made such a big fuss some time ago, and I joined our company again. I always feel like I’ve done something sorry to Director Chen. Same!" Zhou Xun laughed.
Li Chen tapped his fingers on the desk lightly and said after a long while: "Go ahead. I guess the best actress this time is you, so Wen Jun wants me to be the award presenter."
Yang Siwei and Zhou Xun were shocked: "Boss, you can't, right?"
Li Chen sneered: "What can't you do? Think about last year's Golden Rooster and Golden Horse, and then think about this year's Berlin. Why can't the Academy Awards follow the same example and be awarded to our own people?"
"I estimate that this year's Academy Awards will be Du Qifeng's "Underworld" and Chen Kexin's "If Love" combined into five."
Yang Siwei and Zhou Xun were silent, the boss said A burst of blood!
"Who Will Be" represented Hong Kong Island in Cannes, and "If Love" represented Hong Kong Island in the Oscar competition.
In the end, they both came back defeated. If our own people don’t praise our own people, then where will the faces of those filmmakers in Hong Kong go?
Yang Siwei reacted quickly: "Boss, Sister Xun has been selected for the Academy Awards. Wenjun wants you to present the award to Sister Xun?"
Yang Siwei and Zhou Xun are both understanding people in this matter. It makes sense once you think about it.
Have you, Li Chen, never watched "If Love"?
Don’t you look down on Chen Kexin?
I just asked you to present an award to Chen Kexin's "If Love". The best actress is still your company's weekly news. I'll see if you can come!
"If that's the case, Director Li, you don't have to go, and I won't go either. If there is a prize, just ask someone to claim it on your behalf." Zhou Xun said without hesitation.
Li Chen chuckled and said: "No, since people want to slap me in the face so much, hiding is not my style, I will go with you!"
"Silk, you reply to Hong Kong Island And the media, I agreed."
"Okay, boss, I'll do it right away." Yang Siwei was a little excited, feeling that the boss was going to start firing again.
The two of them left Li Chen's office. Zhou Xun said curiously: "I have never guessed Director Li's actions correctly. Where did this come from?"
"Haha, Sister Xun, just get used to it. If you guess correctly, then you will be the boss. Think about the bet you made. Fortunately, you stopped the loss in time, otherwise" Yang Siwei shook his head and smiled.
Sina Entertainment News
"Rongchen Pictures Publicity Director Yang Siwei confirmed that Li Chen has accepted the invitation letter from the Academy Awards."
As soon as the news came out, There was an uproar in the circle.
Since "On the Road to Misfortune" was severely criticized by the judges of the Golden Rooster Film Festival.
Li Chen dismissed the top three domestic players and began to attack the three top players in Europe.
I have never participated in other major film festivals in China.
Why did I actually accept the invitation to the Hong Kong Film Awards this year? Wasn’t it that I was quarreling with those people from Hong Kong Island a while ago?
No matter people in the circle are confused and confused.
But the organizing committees of several other domestic film festivals are willing to see Li Chen's change.
All of a sudden, Baihua, Huabiao, etc. all sent invitation letters to Rongchen Pictures.
Even Liu Yifei, who went to Hong Kong Island to promote the sacred sculpture with Huang Xiaoming, noticed it.
I am also very curious about my boyfriend changing his gender to attend the Academy Awards.
When I got back to the hotel, I called Li Chen.
"Why are you suddenly going to attend the Academy Awards?" Liu Yifei's voice was crisp.
"It's hard to refuse hospitality. Besides, as a boss, I have to support Zhou Xun, don't I?" Li Chen said with a smile.
"Don't talk about me, talk about you. Why do you attend a press conference and hold hands with Huang Xiaoming? Do you take Director Li seriously?" Li Chen scolded with a smile.
"That's not my fault. If you have the ability, you can argue with Director Zhang!" Liu Yifei said with a smile.
"Sooner or later, I have to give this bearded man some color. He doesn't regard Director Li as a cadre!"
(End of this chapter)