Entertainment Rebirth Rhapsody

Chapter 442 Chapter : Scare away Li Bian with one sentence
As soon as October arrives, another year of Lunar New Year is coming.

Different from previous years, the domestic film market was particularly hot at the end of this year. Ning Hao's "Bring Her Eyes" and Shanhe's "Youth" aroused the enthusiasm of movie-watching audiences across the country.

Regrettably, except for the above two big-budget movies, other domestic blockbusters still have not made any big breakthroughs.

It is still those old names that appear in front of the public.

Jackie Chan's "New Police Story 2013", Feng Xiaogang's "Private Order", Wong Kar-wai's "The Grandmaster", Andy Lau's "Blind Detective" and other films, compared with "Bring Her Movie" and "Young Yi", they are really Nothing too appealing.

The only one that everyone is looking forward to is Wu Ershan's "The Ghost Blowing the Lantern: The Ancient City".

There are many fans of this novel. Not only does it have a large number of supporters on the Internet, but the physical book of "Ghost Blowing the Lamp" is also selling quite well.

Everyone is very interested in the fantasy story of "Finding the Golden Triangle". Will the movie be more exciting than the novel?

In fact, Chuhe Film and Television will release more than one film at the end of the year. In addition to "Ghost Blowing the Lantern: The Ancient City", Chuhe Film and Television also has several other films.

The film "When Beijing Meets Seattle" directed by Xue Xiaolu, a teacher at the Department of Literature at Beijing Film Academy; "Fierce Fight" by Lin Chaoxian; and "Witness" by a young director who is not an expert, are all films released by Chuhe Film and Television at the end of the year.

"I'm telling the truth!"

"Haha...that's too much praise!"

"Of course I have something to do with you, but my matter is not as urgent as Director Li's. Director Li, just say it, no need to be too polite!"

Chuhe Film and Television Distribution Department has great ambitions and attempts to completely suppress Hollywood movies during this Spring Festival.

The most popular ones are invitations from various film festivals. Invitations from domestic, neon, Bangkok, European and American film festivals are like pieces of paper. The most attentive ones are the Golden Horse Awards and the Cannes Film Festival. .

"I'm doing this for his own good!"

Shanhe's answer made both Li An and Han Shanping frown. After a while, Li An took a sip of tea and relaxed his brows slightly.

Shanhe responded to Li An in a very calm tone,

"Director Li, you'd better communicate and coordinate within the organizing committee first, and then we'll talk about participation!"

Shanhe nodded and smiled. The three of them did not continue the topic, but chatted about Chinese movies for a while.

"Haha... You really have the aura to show off your anger and show off your strength now. Li Jian was probably quite frightened by you just now!"

"this…"

The trees want to be quiet but the wind is not stopping, but invitations and visitors from the mountains and rivers come to the door in an endless stream.

"The golden horse is a trap. He, Ang Lee, thinks it's a treasure. I'm not trying to scare him. My response will be very direct when the time comes!"

"Shan He, your work on "The Young Man" is so great. I watched it three times, and the more I watch it, the more interesting it becomes. The novel is the same as the movie. It fits my aesthetic standards so well. It's hard to find a true friend!"

From November to February next year, Chuhe Film and Television's movies will appear every month, and will be paired with Hollywood blockbusters "Fast and Furious 6", "Despicable Me 2", "Doomsday Crisis", "The White House" Fall" started a battle.

"Shanhe, I really haven't thought about this beforehand, but I hope that the Golden Horse is a pure film cultural exchange. We all have the same blood and inheritance, so we can communicate and seek common ground while reserving differences!"

Han Shanping was not so formal with Shanhe. He picked up the tea cup and took a sip of fragrant tea, and said with a smile:

Shanhe was very surprised by this. How did these two people get together?
Shanhe received two unexpected visitors in the chairman's office of Chuhe Film and Television.

Shan He smiled and changed the topic,

Shanhe had no objections to Chuhe Film and Television's distribution plan. He took one look at it and said to Zhong Lifeng, "You make up your mind!" and then devoted his energy to the post-editing of "Room".

This time Li An came prepared and brought Han Shanping together as a lobbyist!

"Haha... Then I'll get straight to the point!"

Li An looked at Han Shanping, smiled and said to Shanhe,
"My dream of directing originated from Taiwan. During most of my career as a director, senior directors from the other side of the Taiwan Strait have given me tremendous help. I really can't refuse their invitation. Starting from this year, I will Taking over the position of chairman of the Golden Horse Organizing Committee, Shanhe, you are the best and most talented filmmaker in the Chinese film industry. Without your participation, the significance of the Golden Horse will be reduced by half. I take the liberty to come here this time just to extend my sincere invitation. You attend the Golden Horse Awards and gather together with many Chinese filmmakers to contribute to the future of Chinese films!”

Once Li An left, the atmosphere in the office became much more casual. Han Shanping was so familiar with Shanhe that he spoke without any cover.

Shanhe replaced a new pot of tea and filled it for Han Shanping again.

"Director Li, I feel the sincerity of you and the organizing committee. I am not secretive in front of Uncle Han. In the past few years, you should be very clear about the direction of the wind on the other side. The Golden Horse is a grand event for Chinese films. But can you guarantee that it is purely a movie event? If it is mixed with some other trends, you should all know my views and personality. By then, I am afraid it will make you, the chairman, in a very embarrassing situation! "

"Shanhe, your thinking is very clear-headed and long-term. I never thought of this at the moment. However, you are too direct. There is no need to speak so clearly. After all, he is also an international director!"

Li Xian sighed secretly and barely maintained the smile on his face.
"It is true that I did not consider this matter well, Shanhe. I will coordinate this issue with my colleagues, and we will communicate again in the future!"

Soon, Mr. Li said goodbye, and Shanhe and Han Shanping sent him out of the office with smiles.

Shanhe is really not interested in the Golden Horse Awards. An award that will be missed sooner or later is really not worth paying attention to and participating in. Although the Golden Horse Awards organizing committee will diligently send out invitations every year, he always asks Yang Liu to find a reason to give Push it down.

Li An's sincere words made Shan He smile slightly. He picked up the teapot and poured tea for the two guests.

"Uncle Han, Director Li, try the new tea just sent from your hometown!"

Shanhe's words were calm, but Li Xian could hear something fierce. When he mentioned the word "fight back", he couldn't help but tremble in his heart!
He understood very well what Shanhe meant by counterattack. With Shanhe's current status and influence, he would most likely destroy this oldest Chinese film award!
Alas, how can a small island be able to withstand an entire rising power? No matter how you look at it, there is a crushing gap?
The rise of China is already a globally recognized fact. How can a rising China allow some people to indulge in their wishful thinking!
Li Jian, who has lived in the West for many years, knows very well that in a certain country, sows can climb trees!

"Thank you!"

The chairman of the organizing committee of the Golden Horse Awards changed this year, and Ang Lee took over. The number one target on his invitation list is Shanhe, a leader in Chinese-language films.

Although the story has changed beyond recognition, and Shanhe has made huge changes in the work, its basic structure is still based on the movie in his mind, which will definitely meet your aesthetic standards of Ang Lee!
"We are all old acquaintances, so let's not say polite words. Director Li and Uncle Han are here together this time. Do you have any advice?"

Shanhe conceals his inner thoughts with a smile on his face. How can it not meet your aesthetic standards? This story was taken from the movie of your previous life.

"Haha... Of course I hope there will be a pure award for Chinese-language films. I don't have to make any comments other than movies, but that doesn't mean I won't fight back!"

Han Shanping looked at the mountains and rivers and couldn't help but laugh.

Li An took the tea cup and said with a smile,

"Uncle Han, why did you come to my place with Ang Lee? Does China Film intend to cooperate with him?"

"Well, it's possible!"

Han Shanping took a sip of tea, nodded and replied,

"Our domestic directors are really in trouble right now. Our China Film Group also wants to make a big special effects production, but Zhang Yimou has a project, Brother Chen Kai is also attracted by your kid's idea, and you have another task, Ning Hao Since we are not in the capital, we have to look for a few more alternatives! ""Haha... What kind of big production is it, or is it "The Great Wall"?"

"Why, do you think so little of the story "The Great Wall"?"

Han Shanping glanced at Shanhe, who had an inexplicable smile on his face.

"Shanhe, have you read the novel "Magic City Fortress"?"

""Magic City Fortress"?"

Shanhe couldn't help but turn his head to look at Han Shanping. He had actually seen "The Fortress of Demon City". He was deeply impressed not only by the shocking movie, but also by Jiang Nan's original novel.

How should I put it? This novel has plot flaws. It is not a hard-core science fiction book at all. At best, it is a youth love novel disguised as science fiction.

There are many illogical flaws in its worldview and background.

The last film, "Fortress", which was said to be a rival to "The Wandering Earth", was belittled by many netizens as the worst science fiction movie in history. The Douban score was less than three points. The main reason was the failure of script writing.

Of course, the shocking acting skills of popular celebrities are also unbearable to watch!
If "Fortress" wants to be successful, not only does the plot need to be drastically changed, but it also needs to use talented actors, at least with passable acting skills.

To be honest, Shanhe really didn't understand the original thinking of the crew of "Fortress". Does an industrial science fiction movie with a large investment and large production need to rely on popular stars to drive the box office? It's really funny!
"Uncle Han, China Film has decided to adapt this story?"

"Not yet, but we have started market research. This novel has received a good response online, and many young people like it very much!"

Han Shanping looked at Shanhe, who was frowning.
"What, you don't like it?"

"Uh~ I've read the novel. To remake it into a movie, the plot needs to be changed significantly. Do you want Ang Lee to be the director?"

"There are several alternative directors. The first choice is Ning Hao, as well as Li Yin and John Woo!"

"Who, John Woo?"

"Why, he was once an international director after all!"

"You also said it was only once!"

"Haha...your boy has such a poisonous mouth!"

Han Shanping smiled and cursed at the mountains and rivers,
"But this project will probably take some time to brew. I will retire early by then. The main reason why I came to you is not this project."

"Is there another national mission?"

"That's not true. I want to make a movie that reflects the story of our contemporary Chinese entrepreneurs. I already have an outline of the script. It is adapted from the real experience of New Oriental. After thinking about it, I decided to show it to you!"

Shanhe took the few pages of manuscript paper that Han Shanping took out of his bag, and without any nonsense, he lowered his head and read the outline of the script.

Shanhe knew this movie and had seen it. What impressed him the most was one of the lines:
Erotic, stupid and miserable are the mother of awesome!
This movie has caused quite a stir in China and has been praised by many business celebrities!

But what Shanhe didn't know was that his own intrusion almost ruined the movie.

Due to his and Ning Hao's continuous attacks, the Chinese film industry has set its sights on large-scale science fiction productions. This project, which reflects contemporary entrepreneurs, has always been suppressed by China Film. There is considerable controversy within China Film about this project!
If it weren't for Han Shanping's persistence, this project would probably have been aborted.

After Shanhe read the outline of the script, he couldn't help but shake his head. This outline was very different from the movie in Shanhe's mind. Except for the name of the protagonist, it was almost two different stories from the one in Shanhe's memory.
"Uncle Han, who wrote this script?"

"Written by Xu Xiaoping, one of the founders of New Oriental, why, do you feel bad?"

Shanhe didn't answer directly. He just picked up the pen and circled the three names "Cheng Dongqing", "Meng Xiaojun" and "Wang Yang" on the manuscript paper. He also drew a horizontal line on the word "dream" in the title. There is a line written on the side:

Chinese partners!
Then he handed the manuscript paper back to Han Shanping.

Han Shanping took it, took a look, pointed at the mountains and rivers and laughed,

"I knew I had to find you, boy. This name is really interesting. Come on, I'll leave this matter to you!"

"I said, Uncle Han, you are really good at calling people. I have to finish "Room", and I have to be busy with preparations and casting for "Operation Mekong." I also have to start writing the script for "Operation North Africa." How can I have time to pick up another one? What a movie!”

"If I don't let you film it, I'll just write an outline of the script, and I'll find someone else for the rest!"

"You're so good at it, you keep picking things up on me!"

"Haha... Those who are capable should work harder! This story is very realistic and it is necessary to film it!"

"Okay, but it will take some time!"

"Just give it to me within the year!"

...

After Shanhe and Han Shanping finished talking about business, they sat together and chatted casually. Li Ying, who had just walked out of Chuhe Film and Television, was not as relaxed as the two of them.

He looked back at the office building of Chuhe Film and Television. The four big characters on the front gave him an inexplicable sense of oppression.

Li Jian turned around and sighed, standing still for a moment before continuing to walk to the parking lot.

Shan He spoke very directly and gave Li Jing a warning! What he was thinking about now was no longer how to invite Shanhe, but how to get rid of the job he had just accepted.

Shanhe, a young man, does have a vision that others don't have. He is right, being the chairman of the Golden Horse Organizing Committee is really not an easy job.

No one can control the words and deeds of all the filmmakers from the other side of the Taiwan Strait. If the current trend continues, sooner or later someone will make a splash at the awards ceremony.

Once other things are involved, Jinma will face a huge crisis.

Shan He means what he says. If he speaks out, everyone in Chuhe Film and Television will definitely follow suit. The whole country will support them, and a chain reaction will inevitably occur in the entire Chinese film industry.

At that time, the awards will most likely be completely blocked by the Chinese film industry. The Hong Kong film industry is not a fool and cannot give up the huge Chinese mainland film market for a meaningless trophy.

Without mainland movies, Hong Kong movies have also been lost. We rely on a small island and can't even get sponsors. By then, we will probably have to sell instant noodles and rice cookers at the awards ceremony!
At that time, as the chairman of the organizing committee, I was in a bad position. Not only was I in an extremely embarrassing situation, but I also made my whole body smell bad. My reputation and actual interests would be dealt a double blow.

This is such a big pit!
No, I can't do this job, but I have just taken over this position, so it would be inappropriate to resign immediately.

I’m just going to work for this term. I’ll leave immediately after I’m done. I’ll avoid going to the other side in the future. It’s just my place of residence, and Hollywood is where I belong!

Unexpectedly, Shanhe's words scared Li Bian away. The originally smug golden horse with all four legs in the air turned into a panicked and bereaved dog!
This result was not within Shanhe's expectation, but he originally didn't care about it. The extra errands Han Shanping found for him made him even busier.

Regardless of whether it was Berlin or Cannes, Shanhe made Yang Liu find an excuse to decline the invitation. We all have the European Film Festival Grand Slam. This kind of dispensable honor should be reserved for filmmakers who need it more!
(End of this chapter)