The Birth of the Best Director

Chapter 298: Godzilla Movie Screening - Gather in Los Angeles!

……

The film "Art Students" has once again topped the daily box office in China after a six-month hiatus.

The second place winner was none other than The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug!
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug has grossed close to $1 billion worldwide, but its box office performance in China has been somewhat disappointing.

It ultimately only grossed a little over 4 million at the box office!

Converted to US dollars, it's only about 7000 million.

This box office performance is even worse than that of countries with populations of less than 1 million, such as the UK, France, and Germany.

This also shows that the law of cultural barriers applies to blockbuster movies as well.

The story of The Hobbit is clearly not as popular in China.

Many viewers went to the cinema because of its reputation, but after watching the movie, they didn't even know what the story was about. All they could see was a group of dwarves and elves fighting with some monsters.

Even veteran Warcraft players didn't feel any sense of immersion.

This shows that it is extremely difficult for a movie to eventually break the $10 billion mark at the box office.

We must continuously reduce cultural barriers!

Tell a simple, easy-to-understand story, and then use stunning visuals to attract the audience – that's the right way to make a blockbuster.

For example, Ultraman fighting monsters.

No dialogue or plot is needed, yet children can enjoy watching it.

……

The film market in March was extremely bleak.

Many blockbuster movies are unwilling to be released during this period.

Yuankun Media seized the opportunity and released "Your Name," starring Liu Shishi, which won the Golden Kirin Award at the Tokyo International Film Festival, during this period.

With no competing release dates, "Your Name" was practically the only option.

If viewers want to see a movie, they basically have no choice but to buy a ticket for this particular film.

Unfortunately, Liu Shishi is ill and is currently recuperating at home. Therefore, the promotion of this film will have to be kept as simple and low-key as possible.

Anyway, after selling the rights to Southeast Asian countries, the film has already broken even. Any box office revenue in China, no matter how much, is pure profit.

……

Post-production on the movie "Godzilla" is now completely finished.

All that's left is the background music.

As usual, Lu Zhiyuan spent a lot of money to find a band in North America to help him with the soundtrack!
As for ensuring the artistic quality of the music, that's naturally left to the talented senior student!

After so many years of collaboration, my senior's aesthetic sense in music is truly amazing.

At least 10% of the box office success of Lu Zhiyuan's blockbuster films is attributable to their soundtrack.

……

After the visual post-production work for the movie "Godzilla" was completed, Lu Zhiyuan has had a little free time recently.

He took Reba to visit Liu Shishi.

Liu Shishi is still sick.

Over the years, she had accumulated health problems, and her body suddenly collapsed.

After three months of rest, I still haven't gotten better.

"Zhiyuan, this is my only female-led film, and it might be the masterpiece of my career. I want to give it my all!"

Although Liu Shishi was lying in bed and looked weak, she suddenly became very career-minded and wanted to do some roadshows to try to improve the box office results.

She didn't perform well in the "Real Steel" series.

She spent a hefty 1000 million yuan and went through great lengths to pull strings and squeeze out Liu Yifei to get the movie from Xin Yukun.

Although Lu Zhiyuan did not take the photos himself, Guo Fan's photos were also very good.

Over the years, Guo Fan has been working as a special effects director for Lu Zhiyuan, constantly figuring out how to film miniature models. However, his understanding of film is clearly beyond that of most youth film directors in China.

He learned a lot of tricks for making blockbuster commercial films from Lu Zhiyuan.

The movie "Your Name" is highly commercialized, fast-paced, and visually stunning, featuring handsome men and beautiful women as the main characters.

Therefore, the film performed quite well at the box office upon its release, earning 3000 million on its opening day.

The box office exceeded 1.5 million yuan in the first three days of the weekend!
If all goes well, the film will likely gross over 3 million yuan by the time it leaves theaters, and may even reach 4 million yuan.

This box office performance has far surpassed Yang Mi's "How Long Will I Love U" and far exceeded Liu Yifei's several martial arts films.

Liu Shishi felt that she could use this opportunity to directly establish her status as the number one actress of the post-85 generation!

of course.

Jing Tian doesn't count.

None of these actresses born in the 85s considered Jing Tian to be an actress.

This is a player who spends money on in-game purchases.

"Shishi, you're out of breath after just a few steps, and you still want to go on a promotional tour? I think you're courting death!"

Lu Zhiyuan directly rejected Liu Shishi's impulse to go on a roadshow.

Last month, she was coughing up blood, and this month she's going on a roadshow; she's just asking for trouble.

The doctor said she needs to rest for at least six months.

"But……"

Liu Shishi hesitated.

Lu Zhiyuan knew what Liu Shishi was thinking. She felt that this was the most important film of her career, and it was also a female-centric film.

If she couldn't give it her all and leave behind a legend, she would never find a better opportunity in her entire life.

"You should rest and recover well."

Lu Zhiyuan told Liu Shishi not to overthink it, then jokingly said with a smile, "If you flatter Xiao Guo well, you'll be the first choice for the leading lady in his movies in the future."

These words reassured Liu Shishi.

Lu Zhiyuan directs only one Hollywood blockbuster per year.

As his assistants, Guo Fan and Su Lun have plenty of time each year to make a movie they want to make.

In this timeline, Liu Shishi followed Lu Zhiyuan and filmed several Hollywood blockbusters. Although she was a supporting actress, her performance was quite good.

Her current popularity in China is absolutely top-tier.

After all, she seemed like the kind of person with a good personality.

This personality type attracts not only male viewers but also female viewers.

She actually has quite a few fans who support her career, no less than Liu Yifei.

However, in another timeline, when she was almost at the peak of her popularity, she suddenly chose to marry an older man, disgusting her career fans.

Male fans, once they saw that she was getting married, except for a few traitors, instantly ran away to support other young actresses.

Female fans, on the other hand, were disappointed and frustrated.

When she officially announced her relationship, we were having a team-building session on her Weibo every day, almost wanting to kneel down and beg her not to mess around.

Liu Shishi looks as delicate as a white flower, but once she rebels, not even ten oxen could pull her back.

She felt that marriage was her own business and that her fans shouldn't try to control her.

So, with this series of actions, she directly destroyed her core base.

He faded out of the top spot from the scene.

"Shishi, it's fine if you want to date. But I'm telling you beforehand, I hope you can keep a low profile and consider the age gap. At least make sure everyone thinks you two are a good match."

“I’ve heard about it recently… well, you know what I mean.”

In another time and space, at this crucial juncture, Liu Shishi is probably about to officially announce her relationship.

Although Lu Zhiyuan once had a slight affection for Liu Shishi, he had long since let it go after so many years.

He and Dilraba have a very good relationship.

Jing Tian's constant pestering was getting to him quite annoyed.

He didn't really have many thoughts about Liu Shishi.

However, after so many years of friendship, Lu Zhiyuan hopes that Liu Shishi can be more cautious when it comes to such a major life choice.

It's already a big problem for a man to marry the wrong wife.

If a woman marries the wrong man and wants to remarry, she will face even greater public pressure and pay a higher price!
"What do I understand? It's not what you think at all. It's all hype; they're trying to use me as a scapegoat. A big director like you, don't you understand these tricks of the entertainment industry?"

Liu Shishi first secretly glanced outside the room.

Dilraba was chatting with Yang Mi.

Today, Yang Mi also came to visit Liu Shishi.

Her main purpose was to meet with Lu Zhiyuan.

After the broadcast of "Love O2O", Yang Mi's popularity exploded for the second time, making her almost the top of the top, and she can be said to have completely passed the test in the TV drama category.

She can't resist the urge to make movies again!

For an actor, it's not enough to just act in TV dramas.

Only big-screen movies can ensure their place in history.

Any actor with artistic aspirations will want to break into the film industry.

Some people still rewatch movies from 30 years ago.

For example, Lu Zhiyuan still revisits the 1973 film "The Exorcist," a movie made 40 years ago.

However, how many people would rewatch a TV series from 30 years ago? The visuals alone are enough to leave one speechless.

Unless a TV series can reach the level of "Empresses in the Palace," which people can watch repeatedly and become a national hit.

Although the TV dramas Yang Mi starred in were quite popular, they didn't reach the level of being national dramas suitable for all ages.

It attracts mostly young fans.

Of all the female celebrities Lu Zhiyuan knows, Yang Mi has the strongest ambition.

She was willing to do anything to film Lu Zhiyuan's Hollywood blockbuster.

Even during special forces training, she could curse Lu Zhiyuan as a dog while gritting her teeth and persevering to complete the training.

Lu Zhiyuan greatly admired this kind of professionalism.

However, the muscles in her face are a real problem!
Micro-expression distortions are magnified infinitely on the big screen.

As a director, Lu Zhiyuan wanted to use her countless times, but all he needed to do was imagine Yang Mi's face in close-up on the big screen.

Lu Zhiyuan could only sigh.

Yang Mi knew her biggest flaw, but she was truly unwilling to accept it.

She is Dilraba's best friend.

She wanted to pull some strings and ask Dilraba to put in a good word for her so that if she couldn't get the lead role, she could at least get a supporting role.
She had already heard from Kun Ge about the movie "Godzilla," in which the female lead, Zhang Ruonan, should have a genius older sister or brother.

Doesn't she look like a genius?
If there's a sequel, she could just make a cameo appearance, right?

She doesn't need close-ups, long shots are fine too.

Even if it's just a fleeting moment in Zhang Ruonan's memories, that would be fine!
Yang Mi believed that as long as Lu Zhiyuan was willing to film her, with his distorted aesthetic sense and unique camera language, he would definitely overcome all difficulties and leave behind a memorable scene for himself.

The shorter their screen time, the more stunning they are at first glance!
Naza has enjoyed this kind of treatment several times. Yang Mi also wants to experience it.

At worst, she and Dilraba could really become sisters... Anyway, if Gao Yuanyuan can do it, why can't she?

Am I not as good a figure as Gao Yuanyuan?
Am I not younger than Gao Yuanyuan?
Lu Zhiyuan would even sleep with an old woman like Gao Yuanyuan!
Such a strong flavor is truly incomprehensible.

……

Dilraba and Yang Mi were chatting enthusiastically outside, and didn't pay attention to themselves for the time being.

Liu Shishi withdrew her gaze, glared at Lu Zhiyuan, and lowered her voice to say, "Instead of worrying about my romantic scandal with an old man, why don't you tell me what's going on between you and Gao Yuanyuan?"

Lu Zhiyuan, that guy, even made me consider the age gap. Doesn't he and Gao Yuanyuan have an age difference?

If you want to order takeout, why don't you just find someone younger?

Why insist on dating someone so much older!
What is he after?
Am I not much fresher than Gao Yuanyuan?
Besides, I'm a dance student too!

Aren't you a dance student?
"Shishi, don't believe everything you hear. There's nothing between me and President Gao."

Lu Zhiyuan coughed lightly. Although almost the whole world knew about his relationship with Gao Yuanyuan, he refused to admit it.

"Even after all this, you're still trying to fool me?"

Liu Shishi was completely speechless. Lu Zhiyuan's skin was really thick.

She hadn't intended to say it, but she couldn't hold back today: "That day, I saw you taking Gao Yuanyuan home, and I followed you all the way into Dongshan Apartment."

"As soon as we entered the elevator, she hugged us and looked up to kiss us. You touched her lips with your finger, and she laughed very happily, dodging left and right, trying to break through your defenses, and finally kissed our cheek."

Do you think I'm blind?

You two are saying there's nothing wrong with your situation?
"Cough cough!"

Lu Zhiyuan never expected that Liu Shishi would be even more ruthless than a paparazzi, actually following him all the way.

After all, once a paparazzi was caught, they knew they couldn't expose any of Gao Yuanyuan's scandals.

Even if the paparazzi knew the truth, they didn't dare to report on their affair.

Anyway, there are many other celebrities in the industry who deserve to be written about in detail.

"Well, Shishi, you should rest well and try to recover your health. Don't worry about the role. If a good role comes along, I'll give it to you first."

Lu Zhiyuan can put on airs in front of others.

But there's no need for that in front of Liu Shishi.

The friendship forged through playing in the mud together in the countryside and making movies is something no one else can compare to.

Lu Zhiyuan wanted to prepare a Hollywood female-led movie for Liu Shishi countless times, but in the end, it didn't happen for various reasons.

Liu Shishi understood his feelings and was deeply moved.

She was just a little resentful.

Why does Lu Zhiyuan like Gao Yuanyuan?

If he wanted to be a womanizer, shouldn't he have come to me first?
I'm a dance student!
His favorite.

It would be more reasonable for him to go to Gao Yuanyuan only after he himself disagrees.

Why did you go looking for Gao Yuanyuan right away?

This behavior is a complete disrespect to oneself!
"Xiao Lu, you're leaving already? Aren't you going to stay for a meal?"

Seeing that Lu Zhiyuan had chatted with Liu Shishi for a while and was about to leave, Liu Shishi's mother felt a little regretful that she hadn't been able to properly greet Lu Zhiyuan.

"Auntie, maybe next time. I have other things to do at home."

Lu Zhiyuan politely declined Liu Shishi's mother's offer and left with Reba.

No sooner had they left than Liu Shishi's mother entered the room and found her daughter, her tone somewhat displeased: "What were you talking about with Xiaolu just now? Did you say something unpleasant? Why did he leave so soon?"

"You're such a grown man, can't you say something nice?"

In Liu Shishi's mother's eyes, Lu Zhiyuan is practically the ceiling of power in the entertainment industry!
As long as Lu Zhiyuan has faith in Liu Shishi, her career will continue to flourish. Moreover, Liu Shishi won't have to deal with any messy unspoken rules.

of course.

If Lu Zhiyuan could be her son-in-law, that would be even better.

"Mom, don't worry about my affairs!"

Liu Shishi didn't want to waste time on this nonsense.

She's annoyed.

If Lu Zhiyuan were to paint only one person his entire life and stay with Reba for the rest of his life, she might feel some helplessness and bitterness, but she wouldn't say anything. However, Lu Zhiyuan wants to start a new relationship, but instead of her, he's looking for Gao Yuanyuan?
It's making me angrier the more I think about it!
……

on the way back.

Yang Mi, shameless as ever, squeezed into Lu Zhiyuan's car.

Lu Zhiyuan glanced at it silently, said nothing, and a hint of doubt appeared in his eyes.

Sensing this slight doubt, Dilraba quickly explained, "Honey, Sister Mi is coming over for a meal. I haven't seen her in a long time, so we're catching up today."

Reba spoke up, and Lu Zhiyuan naturally gave her face, nodding and saying, "Sister Mi, what would you like to eat? You can order it on your phone first, and the hotel can deliver it when we get home."

Hearing this, Yang Mi smiled sweetly and said in a deliberately coquettish tone, "Thank you for your hospitality, boss. I am very grateful."

Lu Zhiyuan drove home.

Dilraba and Yang Mi chatted idly in the back, occasionally letting out laughter.

When Yang Mi has high emotional intelligence, she's especially good at making people laugh.

After all, her chatter can be really annoying when she's being difficult, but when she's deliberately trying to make people happy, she's quite endearing.

Dilraba has a very low threshold for laughter and is easily amused by Yang Mi.

As they neared home, Dilraba, seeing that the time was right, whispered a hint: "Honey, Sister Mi has made a lot of money for the company these past two years; she's my top lieutenant. Could you give her a role in the upcoming 'Mojin: The Lost Legend' project?"

"Love O2O" was a collaboration between Yuankun Media and New Classics Media.

The TV series became incredibly popular after its release.

Yang Mi has become a hit again, becoming the queen of popular dramas!
This TV series earned Yuankun Media at least 100 million yuan!

Yang Mi's business activities have earned Yuankun Media tens of millions of yuan!

Dilraba doesn't do anything right now; she just relies on Yang Mi's innate divine body to earn her some pocket money. Then, she uses all that money to speculate in stocks and buy various new energy industry chains!
Yang Mi makes money; she invests in stocks!

Yang Mi was treated like a beast of burden, while she became a wealthy wife.

Seeing that Yang Mi's face was almost sunken from exhaustion and her breasts were almost sagging, Dilraba felt a little guilty.

Today, Yang Mi made a special trip to accompany her to visit Liu Shishi, because she really wanted to improve.

Yang Mi's proactive and ambitious nature is something that Dilraba, as the boss's wife, really loves!

Therefore, Dilraba is happy to lend Yang Mi a hand!
"Have you read the novel 'Ghost Blows Out the Light,' Sister Honey?"

As Lu Zhiyuan drove, he asked a question.

"seen it already!"

Yang Mi nodded and said with a smile, "If I haven't even read the original novel, how could I possibly come for an interview? Mr. Lu, don't you think so?"

After a pause, Yang Mi continued, "However, while the original novel is quite excellent, it's still a bit small-minded. If it's made into a movie, everything else is fine, but the ending probably won't be the kind you, Mr. Lu, would you like?"

After she finished speaking, Yang Mi secretly glanced at Lu Zhiyuan's expression.

Regardless of other aspects, the endings of Lu Zhiyuan's films are always incredibly grand and epic!
Even in the ending of a drama like "Art Students," he would still include a super Easter egg, combining reality with the film and embedding the concept of a technological future into a crime film!

This is the biggest difference between the movie "Art Students" and other crime films!
Reality and film have created a dreamlike synergy!
In this era of rapid technological advancement, young viewers find it particularly relatable.

Therefore, this movie was able to become a box office hit.

If it's just an ordinary crime film, no matter how well it's made, it will only gross a maximum of 3 million US dollars at the box office.

For a movie to become a huge hit, it must generate massive public discussion!
With such strong public opinion, many people will try to capitalize on this traffic, actively promoting the film and providing commentary.

Regardless of the method, it expands the film's influence.

of course.

The same goes for awards.

Lu Zhiyuan winning the Oscar for Best Actor will also boost the film's popularity.

In short, any work of art must have a gimmick!

Whether the gimmick is based on a plot twist or a hot social topic, the more attractive the gimmick, the better the box office performance will be.

"Well, you're right."

"As a novel, 'Ghost Blows Out the Light' needs to have scientific plausibility. But as a film, we have to sacrifice some scientific plausibility to increase visual excitement!"

In the novel "Ghost Blows Out the Light," whenever the mysticism is involved, it is always explained by the protagonist being affected by some plant hallucinogen, causing hallucinations in his brain.

This is not the plot Lu Zhiyuan wanted!

Therefore, if he were to film "Mojin: The Lost Legend," the plot would definitely be drastically altered to suit his needs.

After all, he wasn't making "Ghost Blows Out the Light," but a Chinese version of "Indiana Jones." And it was a 3D IMAX blockbuster!

He didn't want a storyline that was too petty and narrow-minded.

He'd rather ruin the movie's plot than use something like plant-based hallucinogens, which require a forced scientific explanation.

Too humble.

Movies are not novels; they don't need to be interpreted through words.

As a director, Lu Zhiyuan only needs to show the screen to the audience, and after seeing it, the audience will naturally want to find out the truth and come to a conclusion through discussion.

As for what the result will be?
It doesn't matter how far the road is.

Because the discussion process generates a huge amount of traffic!

In the movie Interstellar, the protagonist transmits information through a black hole... Is that plausible? It's completely unscientific!

However, there is a scientific concept here called the "black hole information paradox," which has caused many viewers to discuss it heatedly.

Controversy naturally generates traffic.

"Mr. Lu, so you're saying you agree to let me join the filming?"

Yang Mi was overjoyed to hear that Lu Zhiyuan agreed with her opinion.

She had thought about what she was saying for a long time before telling Lu Zhiyuan... She knew that if she said something wrong, her idea of ​​making a Hollywood blockbuster would most likely fall through again.

fortunately.

God bless you.

She finally guessed right once!
"We'll see. The 'Mojin: The Lost Legend' project hasn't officially started yet. I need to redesign many of the characters."

Lu Zhiyuan did not give a definite answer.

Upon hearing this, Yang Mi's face immediately darkened.

However, at this moment, Lu Zhiyuan asked again: "If you want to join this project, can you keep up with the physical training? As you know, 'Mojin: The Lost Legend' is an adventure movie with a lot of action scenes."

"I'm just worried that you might not feel well at the time."

In another timeline, at this point in time, Yang Mi would be pregnant and preparing for her wedding.

If she gets pregnant, I'll call her back to film action movies.

That would be a big joke!

Lu Zhiyuan was unwilling to take that risk at all.

He likes to cast 17-year-old girls as female leads because he knows that girls of this age are generally quite innocent, physically healthy, and quick-witted.

Most importantly, girls of this age have a strong learning ability and are relatively easy to train.

In addition, there is a hidden condition.

A 17-year-old girl wouldn't suddenly get pregnant.

A 27-year-old woman is a different story; she might accidentally give birth to a child.

If something like this happens, will the movie still be made?
"I'm not feeling well? I'm perfectly fine!"

Yang Mi glanced at Lu Zhiyuan speechlessly. "I was sent by you to special forces training. I trained for a month, and the instructors all said I performed exceptionally well."

Who are you looking down on?

Suddenly realizing something, Yang Mi looked at Reba beside her and said with a hint of sourness, "President Lu, I'm a wild girl who grew up in the alley, not as delicate as Reba."

Dilraba Dilmurat starred in five Hollywood movies starring Lu Zhiyuan!
The combined box office revenue is close to 50 billion US dollars!

Yang Mi felt that if Lu Zhiyuan had taken her along when filming, she would definitely have been even more obedient than Dilraba, and she would have been happy to pour him water to wash his feet every day.

"Honey, I don't like the way you talk."

Lu Zhiyuan gave a soft snort.

Yang Mi immediately looked embarrassed, grabbed Dilraba's arm, and said in a wronged tone, "Dilraba, look, your husband scares me all the time. It's making my period irregular."

Haha!

Dilraba immediately covered her mouth and laughed, reassuringly saying, "He was just joking with you. He's just afraid that if he talks to you too much, I'll get jealous."

Reba straightened her expression and continued, "Sister Honey, don't worry. I know my husband best. He said he'd think about it, but he's already figuring out how to get you a role."

"Don't worry."

“He doesn’t care much about other things. But he’s extremely demanding when it comes to his own films. He’ll carefully consider and meticulously refine every role before giving a response.”

Yang Mi strongly agrees with this point.

If Lu Zhiyuan agrees to give her a role, that role will definitely surpass all the roles she has played in any of the movies!

It will definitely be absolutely stunning.

But what exactly is Lu Zhiyuan worried about? Why is he inexplicably worried about his health?
I don't understand.

……

4 month 15 number.

Post-production on the movie "Godzilla" is finally finished.

Lu Zhiyuan led the large group to Los Angeles once again.

The area in front of YD Pictures was packed with people.

Partners from all over the world had arrived ahead of time. They stood respectfully at the door, awaiting their host, Lu Zhiyuan!
There aren't many copyright-derived products from the film "Art Students".

Therefore, not many people from the partners attended the initial screening.

However, the movie "Godzilla" is different.

They own the copyrights to console games, figurines, and monster cards, and you can even play with blind boxes.

In addition, a major trend in recent years is that mobile games have gradually become the biggest money-making tool in the game market.

The Godzilla IP is perfect for mobile games!
Of course, Godzilla would also be a good fit for Universal Pictures to be included in their theme park projects.

With so many derivative copyrights available for collaboration, partners from all over the world flocked to us like sharks smelling blood.

Moreover, they had already received inside information.

Legendary Pictures has been acquired by Wanda Group, and they will collaborate with Lu Zhiyuan's YD Pictures to create a monster universe based on "King Kong" and "Godzilla".

This is great!
If the MonsterVerse is successfully established, it means a huge amount of US dollars waiting for them to earn together.

Of course, this requires a prerequisite.

That is, the monster universe created by Lu Zhiyuan is fascinating enough.

Everyone was very confident about this.

"Director Lu, I've waited a whole year, and finally, we have Godzilla. Please tell me, this movie is sure to be amazing, isn't it?"

Yoshimitsu Sakano, accompanied by a large group of people from Toho Company, dressed in suits and gleaming shoes, looking like gangsters, respectfully greeted Lu Zhiyuan at the entrance.

After winning the Oscar for Best Actor, Lu Zhiyuan's status in the Asian entertainment industry has almost reached its peak!
If he can win Best Director again, then Lu Zhiyuan will be the first person in the history of Asian cinema to achieve this.

Even the Japanese have to admit that he surpassed Akira Kurosawa!
"Mr. Sakano, don't worry. Soon you'll see what our film is all about. I hope you won't be too surprised then."

Lu Zhiyuan smiled easily.

Lu Zhiyuan has full confidence in the movie "Godzilla".

Back when he first made "Real Steel," he was truly exhausted and very apprehensive about whether the film would be welcomed worldwide.

But today, he has developed his own methodology, and he has a wide fan base all over the world.

A super director, a world-class IP, a top global visual effects company, plus an artist's demanding aesthetic sense.

A movie like this is hard to flop!

$5 million is just a minimum guarantee.

The key question is whether it can break through the $10 billion mark?
$10 billion is a watershed moment for historic films.

"Director Lu, I was rude!"

Yoshimitsu Sakano gave Lu Zhiyuan a solemn apology, then burst into laughter.

A young man who has never failed in his career is truly confident and radiant, like the sun, so dazzling that it's hard to look directly at him!

The two were chatting when James came up and whispered, "Boss, I've already prepared the super theater at Universal Studios. I even had some fragrance made to simulate the smell of the air in ancient times."

"As is customary, I have already booked a banquet at the Hilton Hotel for all our partners. After we've had our fill of food and drinks, we'll then enjoy your masterpiece, Boss!"

To truly experience the ultimate audiovisual experience of Godzilla, you need to be in the best 3D IMAX theater!

Furthermore, Lu Zhiyuan created the ultimate romantic visual style of the Hudson River School for this film... and John Martin's apocalyptic romantic style when the monster appears!
Two schools of romanticism collide in the same film!

Just thinking about it is exciting!

Not to mention the partners who couldn't wait, even James was getting impatient, wanting to finish his meal quickly and go see a movie!
However, since Lu Zhiyuan and his group had come all the way from China, they naturally needed to rest first and then recharge.

As for the other partners, aren't they getting a little impatient?

Then let them wait!
Didn't you see? Netflix's chairman, Mr. Reed Hastings, was also waiting nearby!
"Okay! Let's go eat first."

Lu Zhiyuan nodded.

He has gone through this business process countless times over the years and is already used to it.

"Xiao Nan, stop looking around and stay close to me."

Many members of Lu Zhiyuan's team had seen big events with him, and now they were chatting and laughing as they headed to the Hilton Hotel, not nervous at all.

How could Brother Yuan's movie possibly flop?
If the movie isn't good, given Lu Zhiyuan's temperament, he'd probably rather delete all the footage than release it!
However, there are also a few newcomers in the team.

For example, Zhang Ruonan, a newcomer, is very nervous right now.

After all, if this movie becomes a hit, she'll instantly become a little rich woman!

If the movie flops, she suspects she'll be kicked back to her hometown and forced to go to vocational high school, crying and sobbing.

At this crucial moment of life-or-death decision, Zhang Ruonan's palms were sweating with nervousness, and she followed a stranger around like a headless fly.

Lu Zhiyuan called her name, and Zhang Ruonan seemed to wake up from a dream. Her short legs quickened, and she followed Lu Zhiyuan, timidly tugging at the hem of his clothes with her little hands.

They acted as if they were afraid of being sold out.

Those around them, seeing this, couldn't help but let out a good-natured chuckle.

This female lead is interesting.

It looks as cute as Bambi, and like Bambi, it seems easily frightened, making people feel a sense of pity for it.

"You brat, you did this on purpose, didn't you?"

Seeing this, Dilraba wanted nothing more than to grab Zhang Ruonan's ear. At home, he's fearless, yet he secretly brings coconut water home?

Once you get to North America, do you pretend to be as innocent as a little white rabbit?
"Reba, you hold Xiaonan's hand. There are so many people here, don't accidentally lose our leading lady."

Lu Zhiyuan placed Zhang Ruonan's hand in Reba's hand.

His occasional unintentional action instantly dispelled Dilraba's jealousy, and she instead gave a sweet smile: "Okay, honey. I promise to take good care of your leading lady!"

After saying that, Reba whispered in Zhang Ruonan's ear, "Xiaonan, hold my hand. Don't pull on other people's husbands' clothes."

Zhang Ruonan didn't answer Reba. Instead, she tugged at Lu Zhiyuan's sleeve and said pitifully, "Brother, I'm scared!"

puff!
Hearing this line, Dilraba really felt like she wanted to vomit blood.

Why are these situations so similar?
That brat is such a green tea b*tch.

She is even better than Gao Yuanyuan.

(End of this chapter)