Chapter 137 Unless the box office moves me
"Hong, let's forget it."
The study room in the villa has a strong literary and artistic atmosphere, which makes Chen Kaige feel peaceful.
The tone is gentle and a little pleading.
He has figured it out and is not willing to get entangled with that Hu Ge anymore.
It's not worth it, what is his identity, and what is Hu Ge's identity.
It’s just that I have to get the consent of the young daughter-in-law beside me who still looks good.
Chen Hong is also exhausted mentally and physically. During this time, she was so harassed by entertainment reporters that she almost escaped from the earth.
She was tired too, really tired.
"The Promise" will be released in North America on the 5th of next month.
From the couple to the leading actors, no one has any hope.
At the Berlin Film Festival, Zhang Dongjian and Hiroyuki Sanada also showed up to support.
This time they landed in North America, but both of them couldn't shirk the trip for various reasons.
Do you want Pigeon to be a lone hero?
Forget it, she couldn’t bear it either.
"Just listen to you."
Chen Kaige smiled, hugged Chen Hong into his arms, and squirmed slightly, as if he was drawing strength.
"Hong, you are so kind."
Chen Hong leaned on Chen Kaige's shoulder and glanced at the somewhat dazzling invitation to the premiere of "Those Years" on the desk.
Gently push the old boy away: "Gee, we will go to the premiere in a big way. I also want to see what "Those Years" is like!"
During this time, the promotion of "Those Years" could be seen everywhere.
Chen Hong can always be reminded of the city-wide grandeur of "The Promise".
But "The Promise" is a large-scale commercial film, and it has the reputation accumulated over many years as a guarantee, so it can achieve a box office of more than 100 million.
Why "Those Years"? With an investment of more than 10 million, the director is also directing a feature film for the first time.
Although there are Liu Yifei and Li Chen starring, but so what.
Last year Zhao Wei and Lu Yi's "Lovers' Knot" was released.
The right time, place and people are all in place.
Before its release, it was also favored by all parties.
Producer Han Sanping is even more confident.
The popularity of Zhao Wei and Lu Yi is not lower than that of Liu Yifei and Li Chen.
As a result, the film was abandoned by theaters before its one-month release period.
The box office is only over 5 million.
Romance movie? A youth campus romance movie?
Even if someone goes to see Liu Yifei because of the popularity of that little girl, it will only cost 20 to 30 million to survive.
How much higher can it be?
She wanted to see how Li Chen would look after the movie was released.
They are both Palme d'Or, so don't be too different.
His old boy is disgraced, but the other one is brilliant and disharmonious!
The same goes for "Isabella," which was released together with "Buried Alive" last week.
Literally and "Buried Alive" were both buried.
It was also abandoned less than two weeks after its release, and the box office was less than 2 million.
"Buried Alive" only had a box office of four million.
This is Li Chen’s first film that failed at the domestic box office.
It means that he is also a human being. Just like her pigeon, human beings always make mistakes.
“I’ll listen to you, and I’ll listen to you in everything.”
Chen Kaige's eyes are soft and warm.
As long as his Hong promises not to sue Hu Ge.
He is willing to go to the United States alone to attend the premiere of "The Promise"!
People who have the same idea as Chen Hong include Han Sanping and many big guys in the industry.
Although the novel is a best-seller, Liu Yifei is also very popular, and Li Chen's script is also guaranteed.
But the subject matter limits the upper limit of this type of film.
What's more, except for Tang Yan, no one in the cast has experienced the test of box office.
Liu Yifei also made two movies, but they were both a mess.
There is no telling whether Li Chen will be a director, but no one knows how his acting will be.
No one can say for sure whether the audience will buy it or not.
The effect that Yang Siwei used to scare the monkeys before the premiere of "Those Years" can be said to be immediate.
The invitations were originally sent out, but many artists were still hesitant due to schedule conflicts.
Now I am asking for leave, and I have to crawl hard to get it.
Huang Shanyi is a lesson learned from the past.
On the 26th, the premiere of "Those Years" was held at the Diaoyutai Hotel.
Early in the morning, Liu Yifei was picked up by Liu's mother and ordered.
There will be a press conference for the premiere at noon.
There is also the Avenue of Stars in the afternoon.
The premiere is tonight.
The villa was crowded.
There is a team from Red Star House, but more of them are from Rongchen Pictures.
There is nothing wrong with Li Chen’s style.
I randomly picked a sky blue shirt and a pair of light-colored casual pants, and headed towards Liu Yifei's villa refreshingly and cleanly.
After entering the door, Mother Liu was sitting on the sofa in the living room drinking coffee.
People were walking back and forth upstairs and downstairs.
"Li Chen is here." Mother Liu put down her coffee cup and smiled.
"Well, Auntie, is Sissi up yet?"
Mother Liu pointed upstairs and smiled meaningfully: "I'm picking out clothes."
Li Chen Xin said, Auntie, you are really big-hearted. Don’t you know what your daughter’s clothes are like?
How dare you let her choose!
"Well, Auntie, I'll go up and take a look!" Li Chen said the next sentence and went upstairs.
Mother Liu smiled and shook her head, and said to herself: "Sissi, mother can only help you so far."
Li Chen went upstairs and entered Liu The lady's fitting room was surrounded by several assistants and Shu Chang.
“Brother Chen is here.” Shu Chang said with a smile, waiting for a good show.
As expected, Miss Liu had put on a short skirt, black leather boots and a pair of black stockings.
Li Chen secretly exclaimed that it was a good thing he came early. He was about to go out, and all his previous efforts were in vain.
The clothes that were finally improved are back to their original point.
"Why did you come in? Didn't I ask my mother to stop you? Get out quickly! I want to change clothes!" Miss Liu got up and drove Li Chen out.
The assistants covered their mouths and chuckled.
Li Chen came in, why did he go out? It’s not like he hadn’t seen it before.
"If I don't go out, I will know that the assistant can't be your boss, so I have to come!"
"Listen to me, sit down." Without saying a word, Li Chen put his hands on Miss Liu's shoulders and put her Sitting on the bed.
"Just listen to Brother Chen, Sissi." Shu Chang said, holding back a smile.
With that said, Li Chen ignored Miss Liu's pouted lips and turned around to pick up her clothes.
The angry Miss Liu turned around and rubbed Shu Chang's face vigorously to vent her dissatisfaction.
"Quickly let go of Sissi, you've messed up my makeup!"
"I'll paint it for you again! I'll make you a traitor!"
I don't care about the relationship between the two girls. During the day's play, Li Chen was picking through Miss Liu's wardrobe.
Today’s premiere focuses on youthfulness.
You don’t have to wear a dress, but you can’t just follow her temper and go unconventional!
Li Chen was very efficient. He picked up a white shirt and paired it with a pair of light blue casual pants and nodded secretly.
"Just these two pieces, give it a try, Sissy."
Liu Yifei saw that these two pieces were fine, and they matched Li Chen's body.
She was afraid that Li Chen would choose another heavy skirt that would be troublesome to take off and even more troublesome to put on.
Today was a day of activities planned, and she just wanted to be as comfortable as possible.
Miss Liu took the clothes and said fiercely: "I will listen to you again this time! Next time I will make the decision myself!"
Li Chen chuckled and said: "Okay, when will your aesthetics and yours be the same?" The faces are in direct proportion, so I’ll let you choose.”
Shu Chang couldn’t help it anymore and turned his head away with a smile that made his shoulders tremble slightly.
Actually, she doesn’t like her best friend’s aesthetics either.
This good skin is wasted.
After Li Chen said this, he walked out before Miss Liu could get angry: "Auntie and I are waiting for you downstairs. Don't be in a hurry. Take your time."
After changing clothes, you still need to take care of your hair and clothes. Makeup, some and so on.
About two hours passed before Ms. Liu came downstairs.
Li Chen nodded secretly, pure, beautiful, elegant and free.
Mother Liu hesitated and said, "Li Chen, isn't this too casual?"
Li Chen smiled and said: "No, Auntie, I'm also wearing a shirt. The premiere is not a film festival, so there is no need to dress too grandly."
Liu Yifei stepped forward and held Li Chen's arm: " Mom, I don’t want to change anymore. This is what I’m wearing.”
Shu Chang, who was on the side, also stepped forward and put his arm around Liu’s mother and said with a smile, “Auntie, if you want her to change again, she’ll probably have to wear hers again. Fishnet stockings.”
“That’s good, I won’t change it!” Mother Liu nodded.
Li Chen and Shu Chang couldn't help laughing.
Only Liu Yifei pinched Li Chen hard and glared at Shu Chang angrily.
Is her clothing that bad? She thinks the fishnet stockings paired with the black short skirt are quite beautiful.
A few people got into the car and drove all the way towards Diaoyutai Hotel.
Xue Xiaolu, Yang Siwei and Shen Tong, Qiao Shan and others have arrived.
Tang Yan and Yang Mi also arrived.
At 11 noon, the press conference started on time.
The host invited the creative staff out one by one.
The focus of the media at the scene was all on Liu Yifei and Li Chen.
"Yifei, this way."
"Yifei, look over here."
"Director Li, here."
Hundreds of media were in the audience, and cameramen were taking pictures on both sides.
Xue Xiaolu had already foreseen that as a director, she would be the first to appear, but she would sit at the edge of the long table on stage.
Li Chen was next to her, leaving the middle to Liu Yifei and Tang Yan.
Beautiful women always attract the spotlight.
As for Shen Tong, Qiao Shan and the others have become accustomed to being treated as translucent by the media during their nationwide roadshow.
After briefly greeting the media, it was time for reporters to ask questions.
The host pointed to a media outlet from an island country and said: "Journalist friend, please ask a question."
"I would like to ask director Xue Xiaolu, this is your first feature film."
"The starring role is director Li Chen who is also a producer. Do you feel any pressure, such as box office?"
Xue Xiaolu smiled and glanced at Li Chen: "I have no pressure. If there is pressure, it is also the producer's pressure. You can ask Li Chen if he is under any pressure."
The host took over the conversation: "Director Li, then Do you feel any pressure?"
Li Chen said with a smile: "Of course I have pressure, after all, this is Director Xue's debut feature film."
"I don't care if I screw it up. , at worst, I will just be a director from now on.”
“But it will be a drag on Director Xue”
The scene was full of laughter, and Xue Xiaolu also pointed at Li Chen and laughed.
But I am not worried at all.
If you drag me down, I will have to rely on you to attract investment in the future.
The atmosphere immediately became lively, and Li Chen maintained his usual humorous style when facing the media.
"Director Li is still so funny, okay, let the next reporter friend ask a question." The host said again.
A reporter from Baodao raised his hand and said: "I want to ask Miss Liu Yifei."
"This is your third youth romance film starring. Are you worried that it will not be as good at the box office as the previous two films?" What?" Liu Yifei also glanced at Li Chen and said crisply: "I'm not worried. He's not worried about Director Li's big screen debut. As a senior, what do I have to worry about?"
“Hahaha”
The scene was filled with laughter again. I didn’t expect Liu Yifei to be so witty.
Compared with Li Chen, a newcomer to the big screen, Liu Yifei has starred in at least two movies and made a guest appearance in one.
You can indeed be called a senior! Even if this senior’s box office results are too low.
Following this, the third reporter who asked questions was from a gossip media in Hong Kong Island.
"I would like to ask Miss Liu Yifei, are you and Director Li Chen dating because of the drama?"
Tang Yan secretly said at the side and finally came.
The boss and his wife didn't fall in love because of drama, they had already secretly made love.
This time the media finally got a clear picture. This is what they want to know most.
Li Chen did admit in public that he likes Liu Yifei.
But Liu Yifei has never admitted whether the two are in a relationship.
And whether she likes Li Chen or not.
How could the media miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the two of them to share the same frame?
Liu Yifei has been prepared for a long time. She would be surprised if the media didn't ask her!
"I can only tell you that I have someone I like. As for whether it is Director Li, it depends on whether the box office of "Those Years" can move me."
This answer, Not to mention the media’s eyes widening.
Even Li Chen was surprised.
He wailed in his heart, this operation completely confused him.
Miss Liu's eyelashes were curved, her eyes were smiling, and she pursed her lips and looked at Li Chen affectionately.
She is very satisfied with her move today, which can be regarded as adding fuel to the popularity of "Those Years".
The media quickly realized this, which was equivalent to indirectly acknowledging the relationship between the two.
Another media outlet smiled and immediately asked.
"Yifei, how much is the box office to move you?"
"Yes, there is always a number of box office, right?"
Liu Yifei tilted her head and thought: "At least it has to be better than Tang Dynasty. "Painted Skin" by Yan, otherwise my rumored girlfriend would be too unfair."
Tang Yan couldn't help but chuckle and leaned into Liu Yifei's ear: "You are really good at playing."< br>
Liu Yifei also whispered to her: "This is not over yet!"
Tang Yan looked at Liu Yifei with a surprised smile, not knowing what else she would do.
Backstage, Yang Siwei and Yang Mi were also overjoyed.
"It's a pity that Yifei can't be an agent. As a publicity director, she is completely qualified."
"I think so, hahaha."
The media gasped? Just say directly that what you like is not how good Director Li is.
In a circle, "Those Years" surpassed "Painted Skin" at the box office. Wouldn't that mean it would break 300 million?
It might be possible to say it in a fool’s errand.
Whether they like Li Chen or not, the media already have the answer.
The press conference is over.
A few people returned to the background.
Yang Siwei and Yang Mi immediately stepped forward.
"Yifei, you are so witty and a perfect match for my boss." Yang Siwei said excitedly.
Liu Yifei looked at Li Chen proudly and smiled: "Director Li, what do you say?"
Li Chen chuckled and leaned into her ear: "Go back to the room and talk."
After that, he walked towards the elevator first.
There were so many people in the hotel, and it was hard for him to go to Miss Liu's room.
On a whim, Miss Liu used the scandal between the two to stir up the heat.
It was hard for him to say anything, but the effect was hard to say.
Thinking about it from his perspective, if he is Miss Liu’s true fan.
Then I will definitely not watch "Those Years". If the box office really exceeds "Painted Skin", wouldn't it be that I personally fulfilled the idol and Li Chen.
Liu Yifei and Tang Yan rested in the same room.
After entering the door, Liu Yifei held back her smile, turned on the computer, and then opened Li Chen's blog.
Under Tang Yan's dumbfounded gaze.
I typed a sentence with a crackling sound.
"The box office of "Those Years" is up to you!"
Tang Yan was stunned, is this okay?
As soon as this blog post is published, will someone please the boss and book the venue directly?
Li Chen, the person involved, still doesn’t know what happened.
The afternoon Avenue of Stars has not started yet.
The live record of the press conference is now online.
"Liu Yifei joked that whether the box office of "Those Years" can surpass "Painted Skin" will determine whether she accepts Li Chen."
"Li Chen and Liu Yifei are committed to "Those Years", and Liu Yifei indirectly admitted their relationship. ”
The news went online, and artists who followed Li Chen’s blog knew what Li Chen’s new blog post meant.
“Copy that, Director Li.”
“Got it, Director Li, look at my performance!”
"Just take a look, Director Li!"
Li Chen didn't know what happened until Wang Changtian called.
"Brother, your propaganda methods are worth learning from. You really do everything possible. Do I have to do my best?" Wang Changtian laughed.
“Why didn’t I understand a word of what you said?”
“Don’t pretend to be like me. Every time you post a blog, tens of thousands of people pay attention to it!”
Li Chen immediately realized that Miss Liu must have logged into his account again.
“What did I post?”
“You don’t know what you posted?” Wang Changtian smiled angrily.
After hanging up the phone, Li Chen turned on the computer and saw the blog post on his blog.
I couldn’t help but shake my head and chuckle, my lovely Miss Liu was really having fun.
This blog post will definitely help the box office, but it won’t have a big impact.
The key depends on whether the story is told well or not.
Starting at 5pm, the red carpet Walk of Fame begins.
Li Chen and Xue Xiaolu walked on the red carpet first as producers and directors.
Wang Zhonglei and Feng Xiaogang of Huayi followed closely behind.
Gu Changwei, Lu Chuan, Jiang Wen, Wang Xiaoshuai and others also arrived one after another.
Except for Zhang Yimou, who moved to Hengdian, many well-known directors came.
Andy Lau and Leung Ka-fai from Hong Kong Island.
Xia Yu and Hu Jun from Orange Sky.
Sun Li and He Rundong from Hairun.
Celebrities such as Fan Zhengtong, Li Zhengtong, Deng Chao, Huang Xiaoming, etc. all walked on the red carpet.
Han Sanping and Wang Changtian also arrived late.
The fans on both sides of the red carpet shouted loudly.
When Liu Yifei, Tang Yan and other creative staff walked on the red carpet.
You have to shout to hear each other clearly.
It's just that Liu Yifei is too popular.
The media had long guessed that today’s red carpet would be star-studded.
I just didn’t expect so many people to come. I’m afraid even the Avenue of Stars of the International Film Festival to be held in Shanghai is no more than that.
In the venue, Xue Xiaolu and Li Chen entertained guests respectively.
Xue Xiaolu’s former colleagues at CCTV also came to support her.
It’s really hard to keep a low profile.
On this occasion, all aspects of life are vividly displayed.
The focus is always on that small group of people.
Liu Yifei is also the focus now.
Li Chen had previously told Yang Siwei to look at her, and Yang Siwei was basically inseparable all night.
Wu Bin and Liu Dehua were chatting about two dramas.
Han Sanping and the directors Lu Chuan said a few words and walked towards Li Chen.
Just after dealing with Wang Zhongli and Feng Xiaogang, Han Sanping stepped in.
Wang Zhonglei and Feng Xiaogang said hello to Han Sanping and walked away.
“What are you talking to these two people about?” Han Sanping said.
"I didn't say anything, just a casual greeting."
Han Sanping sneered: "By the way, would it be inappropriate to hand over "Painted Skin 2" to a newcomer?"
"Nothing. That's inappropriate, Director Han. I'm a producer. , the director must also listen to me."
Han Sanping nodded: "Hurry up and sign the contract in the next two days, don't delay anymore, the share will be the same as last time."
No. In the distance, Yang Siwei saw his boss and Han Sanping standing together.
He immediately understood and bumped into Liu Yifei: "The boss asked you to come over."
Liu Yifei looked back and met Li Chen's eyes.
I said hello to Zhang Liangying and several classmates, and walked towards Li Chen.
Han Sanping also saw Liu Yifei, glanced at Li Chen, and said nothing.
Liu Yifei walked up to him and said with a smile: "Director Han, I am Liu Yifei."
Han Sanping nodded slightly, and Li Chen said with a smile: "Director Han, you love supporting newcomers the most."
"You should pay more attention to Yifei in the future."
Han Sanping He said angrily: "With you as your boyfriend, can Yifei be considered a newcomer? What support do you need!"
Li Chen laughed.
Liu Yifei was also happy.
Han Sanping looked at Liu Yifei who was smiling at the side and said: "Yifei, keep an eye on this kid, young Mu Ai, don't let him make mistakes!"
"Don't imitate those people!" Han Sanping His eyes stayed on the famous directors not far away.
Liu Yifei nodded and smiled: "Thank you, Director Han, for reminding me, he wouldn't dare!"
Han Sanping also smiled. It's good for the little girl to have confidence.
He said no more.
Seeing Chen Kaige and his wife coming over, Han Sanping did not leave.
Many people in the audience were staring at Li Chen. When they saw him introducing Liu Yifei to recognize someone, they were really jealous to the point of trembling with envy.
As they approached, Chen Kaige and Chen Hong nodded to Han Sanping.
Li Chen took the initiative to greet the two of them: "Director Chen, Sister Hong, thank you for coming to support me."
Chen Kaige still looked like a tiger that would fight to the death and nodded slightly, Chen Kaige Hongze smiled and said: "That's right, Li Chen."
"Let me introduce to you, this is Liu Yifei, my girlfriend."
"Yifei, Director Chen and Sister Hong don't need my introduction." Li Chen looked at Miss Liu and smiled.
Chen Kaige's expression was slightly stiff, not knowing what he was thinking of.
Liu Yifei smiled and greeted the two of them, and followed Li Chen's call: "Hello, Sister Hong, hello, Director Chen."
The two of them smiled for Li Chen's sake. Click.
Seeing that both of them were there, Han Sanping remembered something and interjected: "By the way, you both have to come to the Beijing International Sports Film Week in June."
"As the two of you in the industry, Representatives should set an example. The Olympic Organizing Committee also sent an invitation to Zhang Yimou."
Chen Hong smiled slightly: "Don't worry, Director Han, we will arrive on time."
< br>"I'll look at the situation. If I'm in China, I'll definitely be there to support him." Li Chen didn't dare to agree too early.
"Why, I can't even invite you." Han Sanping raised his eyebrows.
Li Chen smiled and said: "I will definitely come when I have time. I still have this awareness."
Han Sanping had nothing to say. Li Chen saw Chen Jingfei coming too.
"Director Han, Director Chen, Sister Hong, Yifei and I will go over to socialize, and you guys can chat."
Chen Jingfei came to cheer up Miss Liu, and for the sake of Miss Liu being a good person, Li Chen You also have to be friendly with him.
(End of this chapter)