Huayu: Hard fight against Zhang Weiping at the beginning

Chapter 552 Entering China with no regrets in this life

If Zhang Chen wants to make "White House Down", Warner will definitely follow closely.

They can't allow other companies to take advantage of the loopholes. The cost is only 6000 million US dollars anyway, and they can afford the loss even if they do.

When Zhang Chen came out of Warner, Jason couldn't wait to greet him: "How is it?"

Zhang Chen shook his head with a serious expression, "Pacific Rim 2 may not be possible in the short term..."

Jason said in a united voice: "Those bastards from Universal..."

Then he thought of something and asked tentatively: "Then what will you do next..."

Zhang Chen looked helpless: "I can only continue to shoot action movies..."

Jason thought it was the Taken series and a look of disappointment appeared on his face.

"Taken" is a mature series, and there is definitely no place for him.

It seems that we can no longer cooperate.

Zhang Chen suddenly asked, "Jason, have you continued to work out recently?"

Jason wondered why Zhang Chen suddenly asked this, but he still showed off his arm muscles and said, "Of course, I'm a fitness expert~"

Zhang Chen pinched his hard biceps: "Okay, you will be the male lead in the next play..."

"Wha...what?"

"I said you should be the male lead in the next movie, and you must be the absolute male lead..."

"Are you serious?"

"Of course, this is the script framework. You are going to play a Secret Service agent, and there will be a lot of gunfights and fighting scenes, so it's best to keep your muscles in good shape..."

The next second, Zhang Chen was held in Jason's arms.

"Haha, Zhang, you finally got it and are willing to act in a movie with a male lead..."

Jason was overjoyed.

"Okay, let me go, I'm suffocating, and you smell too strong..."

"Haha, do you think all people don't have body odor like you Asians? Haha..."

Jason didn't mind at all that Zhang Chen called him a stinky man. He was still immersed in the excitement of being the one who was about to take charge.

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It's August now, and although "2012" and "Red Cliff" are still in theaters, no one is paying attention to them anymore.

To be precise, the entire film market is very sluggish, with the market cap remaining at around 100 million.

The whole country, everyone's attention is on the Olympics.

On August 8, there were few people on the streets, and the streets were completely deserted.
The opening ceremony was truly stunning, with countless famous scenes. It is no exaggeration to say that it was the strongest opening ceremony in history.

In just four hours, the world got to know a more open, confident and calm China.

August 2008, 8, is a day remembered by history, the most unforgettable moment for all Chinese people, and a night that shocked and amazed the whole world.

Thousands of people beating drums, scrolls, movable type printing...

Especially movable type printing, which is obviously manpower-intensive, but it can produce the effect of animation.

The big footprints were considered the best of the show. 29 big footprints walked step by step along Yongdingmen, Qianmen, and Tiananmen towards the main venue, which was enough to make people's jaws drop. Before this, no one had ever thought that fireworks could be played like this.

The big footprint connects the five rings. In an era without VR technology, Zhang Yimou's team relied on their extraordinary wisdom and creativity to present the five-ring logo, a symbol of world unity, in 3D to the whole world.

The commentary is also very bold:
These brilliant five rings will remind us that the starry sky of Beijing finally bears the mark of the five Olympic rings. They will also make the whole world remember that the memory of the Olympics now contains a Chinese legend.

I am a legend!

When it came to the most important lighting ceremony, everyone held their breath.

BJ has already given them too many shocks, and they want to know whether the Chinese can also perform well in the most important ceremony of lighting the torch.

Looking back at the Olympic history, the most classic torch-lighting ceremony was the one in Barcelona, ​​when Paralympic archer Antonio Rebollo shot a flaming arrow at the torch stand.

Such a unique way not only demonstrates the spirit of sports, but also implies that the Olympic flame can overcome all obstacles and illuminate the world.

This scene is not only creative but also full of symbolic meaning, becoming an unforgettable classic in Olympic history.

Next is the London Olympics where small fires gathered into a big fire, which is also full of artistic charm.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, when Zhang Chen saw the classic Phoenix Returning to the Nest, he couldn't help but feel excited.

My reminder was not in vain.

In the original time and space, because of the early leak of SBS, the Olympic Committee had to abandon the classic Phoenix Returning to the Nest plan and instead use the mediocre Li Ning Space Walk, leaving a trace of regret for the most awesome opening ceremony in history.

In this life, because of Zhang Chen’s reminder, SBS’s secret filming failed, and the Phoenix finally returned to the nest.

The audience at the scene exclaimed "Amazing", and the audience in front of the TV were also shocked.

Zhang Yimou is worthy of the title of national teacher, and he showed unparalleled style in the BJ Olympics.

Looking at the foreign media reports in those days, words like “unparalleled”, “shocking the world” and “a different China” are everywhere.

Many foreigners exclaimed that the opening ceremony of the 08 Olympics was so exquisite that it felt like watching a scene from a movie. The most shocking thing was that it was a live performance with no NGs.

They just think that the current opening ceremony is unparalleled, but in fact, the influence of the BJ Olympics is still there even more than a decade later.

It is recognized worldwide that the opening ceremony of the 2008 BJ Olympic Games was the most successful and shocking opening ceremony of an Olympic Games in history, and the pinnacle of all Olympic Games.

After the BJ Olympics, people would unconsciously compare every Olympic Games with the opening ceremony of the BJ Olympics.

The BJ Olympics is a miracle created by China with the whole country's strength. Its classic level has surpassed the concept of time. Even if we watch the video of that year ten years later, both our own people and foreigners will still feel shocked.

There is a saying in later generations that if there were no Olympics, 08 would have been a desperate year.

Various natural disasters and man-made disasters~
Before the opening ceremony, no one in the world, except ourselves, thought that China could host the Olympics successfully.

Due to obstruction from Western countries, the relay of the Olympic torch was full of hardships.

When the Olympic flame was being relayed in Paris, violent elements attacked the torchbearers. Since then, wherever the torch is being relayed, there are patriotic international students fighting against the violent elements to protect the torch relay.

The Holy Fire spreads all over the world, no one can separate China~
Just a few months before the opening of the Olympics, the country was tested as never before.

The Americans were bad and turned off GPS, so the PLA could only jump blindly;

It’s heartbreaking to think about it.

Foreigners simply cannot imagine how China could host the Olympic Games under such circumstances.

But the Chinese did it, and they did it better than anyone else.

The great test is the first manifestation of the whole country's strength.

The Olympics is the second manifestation of the nation's strength.

August 8th was like a rebirth for China.

08 is like a dividing line for China, it is particularly obvious.

Chinese people subconsciously divide their memories of China into before and after the Olympics.

The Olympic Games is not only an opportunity for the world to get to know China, but also an opportunity for the Chinese people to truly examine themselves.

Before 08, I watched every Olympic Games attentively and paid attention to the gold medal list. After 08, I rarely watched it and didn't pay much attention to the gold medal list.
Before winning the gold medal: Oh, my country’s education level is so-and-so, my country’s sports industry is so-and-so
After winning the gold medal: That’s it? That’s it? That’s it? Next one!
The true colors of the big pig's trotters are fully revealed!
The Chinese people's sense of pride has clearly begun to become decoupled from these international events, and even international awards including the Nobel Prize.

No longer relying on false reputation to gain dignity and self-confidence is a symbol of the true maturity of a country and nation.

In the past, we always liked to call ourselves one of the four ancient civilizations, and we were proud of our history and the achievements of the four great inventions. But after the Northern Olympics, the Chinese people suddenly looked forward.

We are proud of not only our history but also other things.

After the Olympics, many people were doing the math: Did we gain or lose money in the BJ Olympics?
From an economic perspective, he made about 10 billion.

But from the perspective of national self-confidence, it is a big win.

This ticket to the Beijing Olympics is absolutely priceless.

If China were likened to a person, then 2008 would be like his coming-of-age ceremony.

From this moment on, the outside world's view of China changed.

China’s own mentality has also changed.

It is revival, not rise!

It turns out we are not as bad as we thought!
The Chinese people's mentality towards looking at problems has also begun to mature gradually.

Liu Xiang.

Before this, if someone lost a medal at the Olympics due to serious mistakes for personal reasons, they would have to apologize to the people of the whole country.

Starting from Liu Xiang, there are more voices of understanding, and it is no longer just one-sided among the critics.

When it came to Fu Yuanhui later, everyone became more mature.

That’s how the girl with the emoji who used all her strength but only won a bronze medal became the most remembered Olympic athlete…

We finally no longer need to seek confidence from the number of medals, and the Olympics are no longer that important.

So after 08, many people even stopped watching the Olympics.

Anyway, you can't beat China no matter what you do. Even if you win more gold medals than China, you may not necessarily win.

From a historical perspective, the 08 Olympic Games was a success.

Although some people say that the so-called profit is a fig leaf, Bei Ao is completely losing money to gain publicity.

Anyway, at least it's much better than Montreal's entire population paying off their debt.

And we can’t just think about economics.

You see, China's international image has changed after the Olympics. Although it still attracts criticism, the public still has sharp eyes.

Many foreigners said in interviews that it was only after the 08 Olympic Games that they felt that China is indeed a great power.

In terms of international influence and exposure, the Olympics is definitely number one in the world, and the only event that can compete with it is the Men's Football World Cup.

Being able to host such a world-class event is a reflection of our ability! ~
If you do it, you will pass, and if you do it well, you will get 80 points. If you can get some benefits for yourself, it is that you can do the additional questions after completing the answer sheet.

This is how the international image is built up bit by bit.

You have to know that before this, our international image was not good at all.

Western media have long held the power of discourse and demonized China.

The reason why we must host the Olympic Games is to find a new way, break through their image blockade and find opportunities for development.

It’s such a good opportunity to show one’s face, so people strive for it every year.

But this is an opportunity to show off, or it may be an opportunity to lose face.

There was a huge explosion during the 96 Atlanta Olympics;
There were five bombings at the 04 Athens Olympics;
In the 08 BJ Olympics, the Chinese wanted to show off their pride in front of the whole world. Do you think anyone wants to give you a big...

If one fails to do it properly, exposing oneself will turn into embarrassment, and hundreds of billions of investment will be wasted.

So, you can't fail.

380 hostesses, all of whom are elite special forces;

30 cameras cover every angle;

A thorough investigation of the surrounding 23 residents was carried out, with land, sea and air forces mobilized;
There is a special police every three steps, and the Air Force 2000 early warning aircraft, J-10, and J-11 are on standby at any time;

The North Sea Fleet deployed two Type 051C guided missile destroyers;

It is these meticulous arrangements that ensure the smooth progress of the Olympic Games.

The security system of the 08 BJ Olympics taught all countries a hard lesson and was even included in the US security textbooks.

If we simply consider the economics, we do spend a lot.

But don't think that you can get things done just by spending money.

This matter is actually not simple at all.

There are lessons to be learned from neighboring countries.

The Seoul Olympics was a great success and the theme song "Hand in Hand" became a classic.

Then in 1989, Pyongyang, furious, held a "World Youth Festival".

Why choose this festival?

It was obviously done for the neighbors to see.

If you can do it, I can do it too!
But what about the results?

If I don't tell you, would you know this festival?
I probably thought it was just a cultural evening.

The scale of that festival has not been surpassed by any other country to this day, but it also used up the last of the northern country's savings. There was no other choice but to announce a reduction in the people's rations, which have not been restored to this day.

The world's most famous unfinished building, the Ryugyong Hotel, was built at that time and was not completed until 2016.

As for using it, it's difficult! It is said that the ground has sunk and the structure has been affected.

The four-hour opening ceremony performance ended successfully.

Zhang Chen returned home, still feeling a little excited.

Not just because of the opening, but because he knew more than anyone else.

There are thousands of emotions in my heart that I want to express.

I turned on the computer and started typing - "I have no regrets about coming to China in this life, and I hope to be a flower-growing country in the next life."

'In the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics, China's first Olympic athlete Liu Changchun attended the event alone.

He has never won a gold medal for China, but every gold medal China wins is inseparable from him.

The United States called him a lone wolf, and the Ta Kung Pao at the time published this: "My Chinese warriors, this time we are going to the meeting alone, crossing thousands of miles of mountains and rivers. At this moment, the fate of our country is difficult. I hope you will bravely move forward, and I hope that our descendants will be free from such suffering in the future..."

'Eight years ago, Beijing successfully applied for the Olympic Games. The whole world was waiting to see us make a fool of ourselves. They did not believe that China was capable of hosting a decent Olympic Games.

However, China has given the most powerful response with practical actions.

No matter what kind of disaster we encountered, we successfully lit the Olympic flame in the Bird's Nest, showing the world the tenacity and indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation.

From one man’s expedition to China’s current strength, it is inseparable from the hard work of countless heroes behind it.

They all look down on you, but you are the most competitive.

I hope our air force is strong enough so that we don’t have to fly it twice like we did at the founding ceremony;

I wish we had our own space station, with NASA begging to work with us;
I wish we had our own satellite navigation system so that the Yinhe would not have to drift at sea for 33 days;
I hope our motherland will become stronger!
I have no regrets about coming to China in this life, and I hope to grow flowers in the next life!'

(End of this chapter)