Huayu: Hard fight against Zhang Weiping at the beginning

Chapter 547 Why did you mess with him?
["2012" has grossed over billion yuan in the mainland, becoming the highest-grossing film in Chinese film history~]

["2012" finally broke 10 billion, and the Chinese box office record was broken again]

[China's No. 1 Director - Zhang Chen, a man no one can surpass]

[Shocking Hollywood, 6's global box office exceeded $2012 million in 6 weeks~]

[Who else? Zhang Chen has become the only one who can defeat him. There is no rival for him in the domestic film industry~]

When "2012" broke the billion mark, not only did everyone at Star Entertainment celebrate, but the media also joined in the fun.

Zhang Chen blushed when he saw all kinds of shameless flattery.

But the box office results are indeed real and there is no exaggeration at all.

Dong Jianqiang had already thought about it. If "2012" failed, Xingchen Entertainment would have to spend its own money to ensure that it would exceed 10 billion.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be completely groundless worry.

Even though the daily box office hovers around 1000 million, it is stable and is heading for 11 billion.

The people of the whole country went from being shocked at first, to accepting, and now to getting used to it.

If it breaks 10 billion, then it breaks 10 billion. If it breaks 11 billion, it’s no big deal.

That's Zhang Chen!

Only people in the industry know how terrible the box office is.

There is now a consensus in the industry that there are two types of directors: one is Zhang Chen and the other is everyone else.

Others break 100 million: Dare to teach the sun and the moon to change the sky~
Zhang Chen breaks 100 million: As it should be.

Others broke 200 million: I'm not targeting anyone, I'm saying that everyone here is garbage~
Zhang Chen broke 200 million: Just basic operations.

Others break 300 million: God is the boss, I am the second, who is in favor? Who is against?

Zhang Chen breaks 300 million: It finally looks like something.

Others break 500 million: Impossible, absolutely impossible~
Zhang Chen breaks 500 million: he is indeed an internationally renowned director.

Others who broke 1 billion: You look at me, I look at you, Zhang Dad, please take me~
Zhang Chen breaks 1 billion: It really has nothing to do with me, this generation of netizens is too disobedient~
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Han Sanping Office
As soon as Zhang Chen entered the room, he saw the old face of the Third Master, which looked like a blooming chrysanthemum.

"Hey, 'One for One' is coming~"

I am invincible below Hollywood, and I can trade one for one above Hollywood.

This is the nickname given to Zhang Chen by netizens recently. The original words are from a cultivation novel - I am invincible below the Nascent Soul stage, and I can exchange one for one above the Nascent Soul stage.

It was modified by netizens and used on Zhang Chen.

You know what, that’s quite apt.

Among domestic directors today, Zhang Chen is already unique.

Even Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige dare not be compared with him.

Originally there was also a Wu Baige who returned with the halo of Hollywood, but the release of "Red Cliff" just happened to become Zhang Chen's path to enlightenment.

Killing gods is the way to enlightenment~
The rise of a star is inevitably accompanied by the fall of another star.
"Go on~"

The Third Master threw a cigar over to him. He loved to smoke that stuff when he was happy.

The two men leisurely trimmed the cigars with cigar tongs and then lit them with a pipe.

Two streams of smoke floated in the office, and an old man and a young boy smiled at each other.

"Warner Bros. has been paying close attention to us during this period. They were surprised by our domestic box office performance. Hahahaha..."

Han Sanping spoke with a sense of pride in his tone, and he wanted to laugh every time he thought of the way David Heyman looked when he called.

"2012", after four weeks of release, grossed 1.6 million in the North American market and 1.2 million in the Chinese market, both in US dollars.

It really shocked those Americans.

When did the Chinese market become so powerful?

It's just a little less than the North American market.

Even with the precedent of Pacific Rim, they were still shocked.

Although I know that the box office performance of "2012" was influenced by factors other than the movie, I am still shocked.

Whatever the reason, it at least proves that the Chinese market has this potential.

"Warner Bros. hopes that we can continue to increase the box office..."

"What do you mean?"

"I also want to see a movie, what is the box office limit..."

San Ye was obviously not satisfied with 10 billion, he wanted more.

Zhang Chen thought for a moment: "Now that the box office has exceeded 10 billion, is it possible to appear on "News Broadcast" again?"

Han Sanping's eyes lit up:
Yeah, why didn't I remember it?
Last time Pacific Rim broke the record of the big ship, 2012:10 gave it one minute. This time broke billion, and the box office was almost twice that of Pacific Rim. : should also give it some face...

The more he thought about it, the more he felt it was possible, and he patted his chest and promised: "I will discuss this matter~"

But after thinking about it, he couldn't help but be curious: "Zhang Xiaozi, what do you think the final box office of "2012" will be?"

He wanted to see how great the potential of the Chinese film market was.

Zhang Chen pondered ~
Han Sanping couldn't wait any longer: "11 billion?"

"Definitely more than that."

Zhang Chen knew the box office of "Avatar" in the previous life, 13.39 billion yuan.

That was in 2010, when there were more than 6000 screens nationwide.

But in this life, because of his butterfly effect, Zhang Chen appeared on 08 screens in 6000.

Theoretically, as long as the movie is popular enough, it can achieve the same results as "Avatar".

"Before the Games, 12 billion is definitely no problem, but I think if we work hard, we can get 14 billion..."

Since it has already surpassed the big ship and exceeded 10 billion, why not work harder to surpass "Avatar" as well.

This will prevent the crown you just won from being taken away again.

Although he was mentally prepared, Han Sanping still took a deep breath: "Wow, 14 billion, I can't even think about it~"

Although he said he dared not think about it, he honestly high-fived Zhang Chen: "Okay, then let's try harder and keep 12 billion, and strive for 15 billion. In addition, I heard that Xingchen Entertainment is preparing a celebration banquet, so you don't have to worry about it, China Film Group will take care of it..."

Han Sanping took on a lot of responsibilities with great ambition.

A celebration banquet is also a means of publicity, especially at the critical juncture of breaking 10 billion.

Not only should it be displayed, but it should be displayed in a grand manner.

It's not as satisfying to celebrate secretly as to brag openly in front of the whole nation.

The first domestic movie to break 10 billion was produced under my auspices.

Who else?
The youngest Hollywood director in China, his work at the age of 26 achieved an astonishing global box office of 6.4 million.

Who else?
Invincible below Hollywood, one for one above Hollywood!

This is not talking about Zhang Chen, but me!

~~
At the same time, Dong Jianqiang received a call from Zhang Chen, and excitedly ran outside the office and announced loudly: "The day after tomorrow there will be a celebration banquet for "2012". Director Zhang said that red envelopes will be distributed to everyone in the company on the spot..."

coo~
There was laughter and cheers, and shouts of "Long live" rang out one after another.

The treatment at Xingchen Entertainment has always been top-notch in the industry and is the envy of everyone.

It’s not about how much higher their salaries are than other companies’.

In terms of salary, although it is not bad, it is far from being the best.

People envy me because of the high bonus.

A lot really.

Every time a movie is released, there will be a corresponding bonus.

The amount of the bonus is determined by the box office of the film.

Since its establishment, the key company has not had any loss-making projects.

Every movie is a big hit, with countless of them grossing over 100 million yuan.

In Xingchen Entertainment, the most miserable person is the director.

If the works you directed don't earn over 100 million yuan, you should be embarrassed to call yourself a director.

It's so damn curly~
But the happiest person is also the director.

In the strongest film and television company, in this kind of atmosphere, the possibility of failure is very small.

Even the newcomer Yang Qing, a virgin with a budget of 500 million, was able to invite Yang Xiaomi and Han Geng to star.

In other companies, with this budget, they might not even be able to hire one.

~~
Different from the laughter and joy at Xingchen Entertainment, the Orange Sky was covered with dark clouds.

Just by entering the company, you can feel the terrifying low pressure, as if the storm will come at any time.

Wu Kebo and Wu Baige both have gloomy faces every day and lock themselves in the office, and no one knows what they are busy with.

Outside in the work area, the secretary saw that it was time for lunch and he began to feel conflicted again.

Every time this happened, she would worry about whether she should go in and ask the two bosses if she needed lunch brought to them.

If you ask, you might get scolded.

If you don’t ask, you will definitely be scolded.

While I was struggling with this, a piece of news suddenly popped up on QQ.

[Zhang Chen announced that he will distribute red envelopes at the "7" celebration banquet on July 20~]

In an instant, whispers could be heard throughout the work area.

They are going to give out red envelopes again~
Xingchen Entertainment is well-known for its good treatment. This time, "2012" broke 10 billion and set a record again. I wonder how much it can earn.

Then one person has to send a car~
I'm really envious and jealous~
At the same time, there was a loud bang in the office. Something was smashed again. At the same time, Wu Baige's furious voice was heard: "This is intolerable, what can't be tolerated~"

……

At night, Zhang Chen had a long talk with Fan Xiaopang who had just returned home.

"Pacific Rim", she has already become a little famous in Hollywood.

"2012" can be said to have completely established its foothold.

Cheng Long is the male lead and she is the female lead, and they have been doing roadshows around the world since the movie was released.

Doing shows and interviews~
Warner arranged everything clearly, and the two received the highest standards of reception wherever they went.

At first, Fat Fan thought it was Cheng Long’s fault. After all, he once pointed to a map and boasted to his son that he could find friends to take care of him anywhere in the world.

Later I found out that I was not bad at all.

Cheng Long is quite busy and sometimes has to participate in Olympic promotions, so the roadshows in some countries were completed by Fan Xiaopang himself.

Only then did she realize how popular she was.

She knew who had brought all this to her.

Of course I will repay you after I return home~
"I am now more and more fortunate that I listened to my assistant and secretly watched "The Dark Invasion". If I hadn't watched that movie, I wouldn't have met you, and I wouldn't be where I am today..."

Fan Xiaopang cleverly played the emotional card.

She had heard that there were a lot of female fairies surrounding Zhang Chen recently. If she hadn't been busy with a global roadshow, she would have rushed back to clear out the evildoers.

"Your own choice is also important~"

Zhang Chen was also led by her to recall the past.

"What's your next work?" "It was originally scheduled to be Pacific Rim 2, but the talks with Universal seem to have reached a deadlock, so it may be something else~"

The script for Pacific Rim 2 was written long ago, but the copyright issue has not been settled yet.

Universal has a big appetite. They don’t want to simply take a licensing fee, but want to get involved personally.

With the success of Pacific Rim 1, Pacific Rim 2 is almost a sure-fire money-making project. Universal certainly doesn't want to miss out on this opportunity to make money without doing anything.

So they want to join in and become one of the investors.

But Warner isn't stupid.

It was impossible for them to reap the benefits so easily, and the negotiations between the two sides reached a deadlock.

Since Universal refused to give in, Warner and Zhang Chen discussed whether the script could be modified.

Zhang Chen doesn't want to change it. This story adapted from "King Kong: Skull Island" may be successful, but the others may not.

Universal wanted to join in, but Warner disagreed. Warner wanted to change the script, but Zhang Chen disagreed again.

Everyone has their own concerns~
"What do you mean by other?"

"Just a vague idea that I want to make another action movie..."

“The Taken kind of thing?”

"No~"

Zhang Chen shook his head: "This time is different, it's more like a Hollywood gunfight blockbuster..."

"Can I see the script?"

"It's not written yet, it's just an idea..."

"So, is there a role suitable for me?"

Fan Xiaopang finally asked the question that concerned her most. What she wanted was to be bound to Zhang Chen forever.

It doesn’t matter what the subject is, as long as it’s Zhang Chen’s work.

But this time she was destined to be disappointed.

Zhang Chen shook his head: "I'm afraid not. The subject matter this time is a bit special. It's impossible for Chinese characters to appear..."

Fat Fan, on the other hand, became interested: "What kind of story is it?"

Zhang Chen didn't stop him: "It's about a group of terrorists occupying the White House."

Fatty Fan's eyes widened: "Terrorists? Occupying the White House?"

This subject matter is too bold.

No wonder he said it was impossible for a Chinese face to appear.

There is indeed no performance.

Zhang Chen didn't want to dwell on this topic any more, so he asked, "Didn't anyone give you a script during this time in Hollywood?"

When Fat Fan heard this, he nodded proudly: "Of course there are, but those scripts are too low, completely different from the positioning you told me, I don't want to act..."

"Then you should save some time for it. I have two good scripts, but they won't be shot by me, but by Guo Fan..."

"Good~"

Fan Xiaopang agreed without hesitation, not minding at all that Guo Fan was only Zhang Chen's assistant director before.

"You're not afraid..."

"Don't be afraid~"

Before Zhang Chen could finish his words, he was interrupted by Fatty Fan, "You can't possibly harm me. You trust him, and I trust you..."

There is a sense of gangsterism about this woman.

……

July 7, “20” celebration banquet.

This is another industry event that is no less exciting than the premiere.

On the stage, Zhang Chen and Han Sanping teamed up to smash 11 billion digital ice sculptures.

Below the stage, Star Entertainment and their partners all had happy looks on their faces.

The media flashes never stopped from beginning to end.

Some people are already eager to ask: "Director Zhang, President Han, can you two tell us about your expectations for the final box office of "2012"... "

The two people on the stage were in high spirits. After hearing this question, they looked at each other and laughed.

Finally, Han Sanping signaled Zhang Chen to answer. Zhang Chen smiled and replied, "At present, 12 billion is certain. We certainly hope the more the better, but how much we can achieve in the end depends on the audience. In fact, you all know that I have no say in the box office. I said 12 billion is enough, but the audience disagreed..."

Zhang Chen shrugged and spread his hands, his helpless look immediately made the reporters burst into laughter.

They remembered the previous joke again - this generation of netizens is disobedient.

Zhang Chen actually felt a little regretful.

He didn't dare say 14 billion because he also felt it was impossible.

If it could be on the "Xinwen Lianbo", it might be possible. But CCTV has officially replied that it cannot be on the show.

The reason is also very simple.

The country has just gone through a painful test, and "2012" happens to be of the same type.

The Olympics are approaching, which is a big deal, and the country does not want the public to focus too much on the past.

Time and fate~
The box office of "2012" is already high enough, they shouldn't expect anything else.

Other reporters asked questions and Zhang Chen and Han Sanping answered them. Suddenly, Dong Jianqiang hurried to the podium and indicated that he had something to say.

Zhang Chen leaned over and Dong Jianqiang whispered a few words to him, and a look of joy appeared on Zhang Chen's face.

When he returned to the podium, he immediately announced: "I just received a notice that an hour ago, the box office of "2012" officially exceeded 12 billion~"

Immediately, congratulations were heard from the audience.

However, before the joyous atmosphere could spread, a discordant voice suddenly rang out.

"I want to ask Director Zhang, the success of 2012 was built on the premise of damaging the interests of peers. Can you really laugh about it?"

The whole audience was stunned and silent.
Countless eyes focused on the source of the voice, it turned out to be Wu Baige.

Wu Baige was originally standing in the crowd, but at this moment, there was a vacuum around him, and he was looking at Zhang Chen on the stage with an angry face.

Zhang Chen’s face turned dark in an instant.

This is to mess things up~
The media were the first to react, and immediately all cameras were pointed at Wu Baige.

The latter promised frankly.

"Director Wu, what do you mean by this? Are you accusing the success of 2012 of damaging the interests of Red Cliff?"

“Isn’t it? You guys monopolized the screening schedule and squeezed out the release space for Red Cliff, which caused the box office of Red Cliff to plummet in the second week…”

Wu Baige was also anxious.

"Red Cliff" plummeted in its second week. If this trend continues, it will be difficult for the box office to exceed 300 million.

What’s even more terrifying is that “Red Cliff” is divided into two parts.

A bad start for the first part will directly affect the box office performance of the second part.

He prepared this project for three years and invested 8000 million US dollars. It was also his first work after returning to China. If it failed, he would be finished.

But China Film Corporation didn’t help him, the cinema chains didn’t help him, no one helped him.

Then make a big fuss and let the whole country know about it.

Let’s see who can’t finish it.

Zhang Chen was so angry that he laughed: "You said I monopolized the film scheduling, what evidence do you have?"

"The 81% screening rate on the first day is evidence of this. In its sixth week, the screening rate is still 34%. Red Cliff, which was released at the same time, is only in its second week, and its screening rate is also 34%. What do you think?"

"What did I say? I said you got food stuck in your teeth and your mouth is crooked.

The high screening schedule for "2012" on the first day is due to audience expectations. The publicity about "the end of the world" has lasted for at least half a year, and with the added bonus of "Pacific Rim", the audience is of course looking forward to it.

Otherwise, there would be no queues at the midnight shows, and no scalper tickets for 160 yuan.

Do you think the cinema chains are stupid for not making money? "2012" is very popular, so of course they will schedule more screenings.

As for the fact that the schedule for the sixth week is the same as your schedule for the second week, shouldn't you look for the reason in yourself?
Ask yourself why the second week's "Red Cliff" can't beat the sixth week's "2012".

Who do you think you are? As soon as "Red Cliff" is released, "2012" has to give way?
This is a movie that speaks with strength.

Look at how bad your publicity is. Even the scandal of Zhou Runfa's resignation was hyped up. Shouldn't you be blamed for this?

You have to believe in Chow Yun-fat's box office appeal, saying that he is an international movie star. But he has no box office appeal at all.

I can tell you clearly that, apart from Jackie Chan, no other Hong Kong actor has international box office appeal.

As for the quality of the movie, the beginning is okay, but the latter part is completely incomprehensible.

As soon as Zhou Yu appears, the style of the whole movie changes suddenly.

I laughed when I saw the Bagua Formation. With such a thin layer of people, the cavalry of Cao's army didn't dare to charge and just followed the passage you left. What's the matter? Are they afraid of being deducted points?
You filmed the war scenes as military drills, and there's not a bit of murderous aura when the two armies fight. In terms of battlefield atmosphere, it's not as good as "The Dragon Resurrection".

Look at the war scenes in "Braveheart" and "Gladiator", how were they filmed?

Can’t you even copy?
Let’s talk about the characters. After watching the whole movie, who can you remember?

Zhou Yu?
Or Zhuge Liang?
neither.

It’s Xiao Qiao.

It's Mengmeng standing up~
But this is Red Cliff, what does Red Cliff have to do with Xiao Qiao? Aren’t the protagonists Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang? "

Zhang Chen's words made Wu Baige blush, and the audience laughed several times.

Especially when it comes to Meng Meng standing up~
There were many people present who had seen "Red Cliff". Looking back, it seemed that this was the only line they could remember.

Feeling the whispers all around, Wu Baige just wanted to find a crack in the ground to crawl into.

At this time, Wu Kebo suddenly appeared out of nowhere and said, "As a director and a filmmaker, you made such a bad comment on a movie that is currently being shown. You have ulterior motives~"

Zhang Chen was once again so angry that he laughed. He calmly took out a ticket from his pocket and said, "I paid for the ticket to watch this movie. Is it not okay for an audience member to complain that the movie is not good?
They accused us of unfair competition before, and now they say we have a monopoly on film scheduling and have ulterior motives.

What? You are weak, so you are right~
So many cinema chain managers are here today, including those from Shanghai United, BJ New England, Wanda, Southern Shinkansen, Jiahe, and Mr. Han from China Film. You can ask them, have I ever given them rebates?
Let's also take a look at the attendance rate. Why don't cinemas increase your screening schedule? Is it because making money is not good?
I also tell you that at first I wanted to release "2012" and "Red Cliff" at the same time, just to compete with each other.

It was Director Han who stopped them, saying that they were all Chinese blockbusters and they shouldn't fight each other.

Then what I got in return was unfair competition and malicious slander. Well, I will also be malicious. I announce that starting from tomorrow, Jiahe Cinema will completely remove "Red Cliff" from the shelves. Jiahe Cinema ranks fourth in China and first in Southeast Asia. I want to see how "Red Cliff" dies..."

For a moment, there was complete silence!

Wu Baige's throat was dry. This was not the result he wanted.

Han Sanping shook his head silently: "It's hard to persuade a damned ghost with kind words, why did you provoke him?"

Wu Baige felt that there was no way out of this situation. Just then he saw Li Ming, who was riding a pony nearby. He winked at him, then closed his eyes and fell to the ground.

"Oh no! Director Wu has fainted. Call an ambulance!"

Li Ming also has a smart mind. He has been in contact with Wu Baige during this period, and now is the opportunity to show it.

The scene was in chaos. Li Ming and Zhong Lifang, who were riding a pony, escorted Wu Baige away, and Wu Kebo also left in disgrace.

The scene finally quieted down, and everyone looked at each other, still not recovering from this farce.

Zhang Chen suddenly shouted: "Xingchen Entertainment, come here to receive the red envelope~"

……

I listened to the advice. If everyone wanted to see the picture zoomed in close to the face, I would zoom in close to the face.

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