The Birth of the Best Director

Chapter 311: The release of "Godzilla" ignited Europe! It ignited the summer movie season!

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Transformers 4 grossed nearly $1 million in its opening weekend in North America!
In China, the data is almost identical.

On its first day of release, it grossed 180 million yuan, on the second day 220 million yuan, and on the third day it was close to 200 million yuan... Added together, the first three days of the weekend were close to 100 million US dollars!
Another film was released in China during the same period.

It's Deng Chao's "The Breakup Guru".

This movie only grossed around 3000 million yuan a day, and it was overwhelmed by "Transformers 4"!

Yang Mi played the female lead in this movie!

……

"Honey, we're going to be rich!"

Although the box office performance of "The Breakup Guru" was negligible compared to "Transformers 4".

But compared to their own investment, they made a killing!

The investment cost of this film is approximately 5000 million.

It grossed around 1 million yuan in its opening weekend, and with some product placements, it broke even!
From now on, every additional day the movie is in theaters will generate profit!

Normally, this movie should have no problem grossing 3 million yuan!

If we're lucky, it could gross 5 million at the box office!
However, it's highly unlikely to work.

Because, soon, Lu Zhiyuan's movie will be released, which will divert most of the audience!

Even so, they could still make double the money on this movie.

Since Yang Mi joined Yuankun Media, her status in the industry has improved considerably compared to another timeline.

She had witnessed firsthand how Lu Zhiyuan made money in the film market and deeply understood that, as long as you invest in the right people, movies can be incredibly profitable!
Deng Chao should be reliable!
Therefore, she also invested a small amount in the movie "The Breakup Guru".

At this time, three days after the movie was released, it achieved considerable box office success. Orange Pictures, one of the producers, called Yang Mi to tell her the good news!
"Okay, great. That's wonderful news. When are we having the celebration party? I'll invite my boss, Dilraba, over!"

Yang Mi knew that she had absolutely no influence in the film industry.

It's actually quite difficult for her to become a capitalist.

Why would anyone take her on a project that's clearly profitable?
Orange Image was willing to bring her along this time mainly because they wanted to use her connections to get in touch with Dilraba, and thus, Lu Zhiyuan...

In the Chinese entertainment industry, getting in touch with Lu Zhiyuan is like breaking through a ceiling!
Next, we'll take over the whole world!
World-class films, let's leave that aside for now.

At the very least, they could use Lu Zhiyuan's connections to sell the film rights to Netflix... You know, Netflix is ​​a world-class streaming platform.

If their films could be shown in multiple countries around the world, how prestigious would that be for the entire company, and for the two directors, Deng Chao and Yu Baimei?
Then they can call themselves world-class directors!

This has nothing to do with monetary interests.

The main point is that once people reach a certain level, they will naturally pursue the realization of their self-worth, the pursuit of honor, and the pursuit of historical status!

These are the things that are truly addictive!

As for money?
Those top stars and directors, as long as they don't gamble or make reckless investments and take it easy, can basically live a life that would last several lifetimes.

"Honey, if you can get Dilraba to join us, you'll still be the female lead in our next movie! And I'll give you a share of the box office revenue!"

Orange Image keeps making grand promises to Yang Mi.

"Pleasant to work with."

Yang Mi smiled, but she didn't really care.

Even a world-class director like Lu Zhiyuan, who values ​​his reputation highly, would replace her during the project preparation stage... let alone others.

Before signing a contract, it's best not to have too high hopes.

Moreover, she was just using others' fame to her advantage... relying on Dilraba and Lu Zhiyuan's fame to gradually build connections in the industry. Sooner or later, she would become a boss too!

Become a super rich woman!

Look at Jing Tian... what terrible acting skills she has.

If Jing Tian wants to play the leading role in a Hollywood movie, she can simply throw money at it and have Lu Zhiyuan customize a project for her!

For female celebrities, being good-looking is the most important thing.

Secondly, you need to have money!
As for acting skills, they can be ranked last!

Because Yang Mi believes that a truly great director, if willing to put in the effort for her... at least, can create a role for her like [Miss T], a role that doesn't require acting skills but is still memorable!

if not.

All I can say is that I still don't have enough money!

……

In some unknown nightclub.

Xin Yukun and Wang Baoqiang were embracing the women on either side, skillfully flirting with them.

After spending this time together, Wang Baoqiang has officially become Xin Yukun's sworn brother.

"Tangtang, I'm sorry, I've been busy lately."

“I’m helping Brother Yuan prepare for a new project… ‘Mojin: The Lost Legend’, have you heard of it? Yes, almost all the big companies in the industry have invested in it.”

"I don't know how many there are, but at least a dozen."

"I'm under a lot of pressure with this project! If I mess it up, those company bosses will definitely kill me!"

"Okay, I can't talk to you anymore. I really have something important to do!"

Xin Yukun received a call from Tang Yan, who seemed to want to invite him for a drink and reconnect.

Wang Baoqiang watched longingly.

He was just waiting for Xin Yukun to agree, then he would go home, change his clothes, wash off the cheap perfume smell, and go meet Tang Yan.

After spending a few months with Xin Yukun, Wang Baoqiang felt that although he was uneducated, ugly, and of average height, he suddenly became very confident.

I have money and fame!

I am Ng Man-tat, the brother of Yuan!
With my own excellence, what is there to feel inferior about when faced with a woman who only has a pretty face, an empty mind, mediocre education, and vulgar speech?
Aren't all women like that?

Just throw money at it, and everything will be taken care of!
If you can't solve it, it can only be because you haven't thrown enough bricks!
After this period of cultivation, he has completely lost his allure to women!

He even felt that Tang Yan was not good enough for him.

However, there's nothing he can do about it; he just likes tall, beautiful women like Tang Yan, who can improve their family's short-legged genes!

Unfortunately, Xin Yukun directly rejected Tang Yan, leaving him disappointed after having been hopeful for so long.

"Brother Kun, are you kidding me?"

Wang Baoqiang looked at Xin Yukun with immense grievance. Xin Yukun had previously said he could help him win Tang Yan's heart, but what was going on now?
Are you just playing with him?

"Look at you, you've accidentally shown your simp attitude again! You're so pathetic."

Xin Yukun thought Wang Baoqiang had finally trained hard, but when he met a real goddess, his true colors as a loser were immediately revealed.

How can you portray Wang Kaixuan well in this situation?
If I were to play the role of Wang Kaixuan, I would definitely deliver an award-winning performance!
Unfortunately, he didn't like being an actor.

How can a prodigal son become an actor?
Look at Wang Baoqiang... Damn it, he went to a nightclub, wearing sunglasses and a hat, paying for girls, and then having to pay extra hush money.

Too much trouble!

He doesn't want to live that kind of life.

"Alright, I'm leaving now. You can pay the bill today. I really didn't lie to Tang Yan just now; I really do need to go back and do some preparatory work."

After playing for almost two months, Xin Yukun felt a little tired.

Most importantly, he's gotten a bit tired of the same old Lao Xiang Ji chicken restaurants.

"Brother Kun, you were definitely playing me!"

Wang Baoqiang felt he had been tricked!

He thought that Xin Yukun had some special tricks to help him win over Tang Yan... but Xin Yukun didn't take it to heart at all.

When did I ever play a trick on you?

"Feelings between men and women boil down to just three words: 'I love you,' 'I hate you,' 'Let's call it quits,' 'How are you?' 'I'm sorry'... I'm so tired of seeing this around Yuan-ge!"

Xin Yukun packed his things and prepared to leave.

Before leaving, he taught Wang Baoqiang a passage from the Three Character Classic!

Wang Baoqiang lowered his head and thought about it for a moment, and it really was true!
He looked at Xin Yukun with some admiration: "Brother Kun, what books do you usually read? I also want to be as cultured as you and have insightful views that see through everything."

Xin Yukun shook his head and adjusted his small glasses: "Studying only made my nearsightedness worse, and it's of no use to us in the entertainment industry."

After saying that, Xin Yukun walked away gracefully, leaving Wang Baoqiang with an unfathomable back view.

……

"Honey, are you reading again? You spend more time reading than looking at me. I'm a little jealous!"

In Lu Zhiyuan's study.

With a smile, Reba brought Lu Zhiyuan a bowl of soup.

This was an exclusive recipe that Jing Tian had specially sent to her after she left that day... Jing Tian even told Reba to take it two hours after dinner every day.

Boil three bowls of water down to one bowl, at a temperature of 45 degrees Celsius, and drink!

The effect is best.

This data is incredibly detailed; it's practically identical to data from a laboratory.

In this regard, Dilraba trusts Jing Tian!
Because Jing Tian seemed to be subtly hinting that she wanted to reconcile with her... In fact, Dilraba had always felt quite guilty towards Jing Tian.

Now, Jing Tian is being subservient to her, subtly implying that she won't compete with her for the position of the main wife, which gives Dilraba an extreme sense of security.

As for the soup recipes Jing Tian sent her, Reba knew perfectly well what they meant—it was simply to give Lu Zhiyuan more energy.

Only when Lu Zhiyuan's firepower is sufficient can it spill over to others!

Jing Tian is overthinking it!
I'm strong enough to enjoy this all by myself; I don't need anyone else to share the firepower!

"Books are mankind's best friend. The only downside is that many authors' theories are completely contrary to their own, which gives me a bit of a headache after reading them."

"However, reading more books will broaden my thinking a lot. This headache is still worth it."

Lu Zhiyuan pinched his nose and finished the soup.

For a moment, he couldn't tell whether it was Jing Tian or Reba who brought it over.

Why do they all taste the same?
Could it be that time has reversed, and he has returned to two years ago?
Or is there something wrong with his sense of taste?
"By the way, honey, Sister Cha has been spending money recklessly lately. I heard she bought a seaside vacation villa in Spain."

Dilraba gave Lu Zhiyuan a subtle hint.

Many women deliberately waste money because they are unhappy, as it is a form of compensation.

Lu Zhiyuan instantly understood: Dilraba wanted him to be a little more considerate and caring towards Gao Yuanyuan. Otherwise, Gao Yuanyuan would squander her money!

After thinking it through, he smiled and replied, "In that case, let's go on vacation to Spain together next month. It'll be a good opportunity to promote the movie in Europe."

The movie "Godzilla" should have no problem in Europe.

However, the next installment of "Mojin: The Lost Legend" may not be able to penetrate the European market. Therefore, Lu Zhiyuan needs to visit Europe from time to time to cultivate goodwill.

Let's boost some popularity!
In this way, it won't be until next year that "Mojin: The Lost Legend" will become a hit in Europe!

……

Seeing that Lu Zhiyuan had finished the soup, Dilraba smiled and tidied up her things before going downstairs to the living room to stay for an hour!
Make some preparations in advance.

Because the medication will take effect in an hour!
"Sister Cha, I spoke with Brother Yuan, and he agreed to take us on vacation to Spain next month. Remember to clean your seaside villa beforehand."

Dilraba took a moment to send Gao Yuanyuan a message.

Gao Yuanyuan was at home, unable to sleep, when she received this message and jumped out of bed with joy.

"Thank you sister."

"I will never forget your great kindness!"

Gao Yuanyuan is truly grateful to Dilraba for her magnanimity; she not only accepted her into the family but also occasionally helped her create opportunities.

"You're welcome."

"He is like a teardrop in our hearts... Because I am afraid of losing him, I choose to never cry for the rest of my life."

"I think you feel the same way."

Dilraba's speech is becoming more and more literary.

However, Gao Yuanyuan could understand... because she was also an artistic girl.

Dilraba wants to say that as long as Lu Zhiyuan is happy, that's all that matters.

If he's unhappy, he'll go find other women... If you're going to lose him in the end, you might as well tolerate his little flaws.

……

7 month 11 number.

Godzilla: Monarch was released simultaneously in more than 30 countries around the world!
This is a great achievement!

For many films, it is virtually impossible to have them released simultaneously in so many countries around the world.

Only exceptional works and exceptional directors have this qualification.

Since Lu Zhiyuan made $45 billion at the box office with the "Real Steel" tetralogy, he has become a genius director comparable to Nolan!

It has a large following around the world.

Last summer, he broke the box office record held by Forrest Gump for nearly 20 years with the art film "Art Students," and won the Oscar for Best Actor... His fame and appeal worldwide reached their peak!
Become the number one of the world's 100 most handsome men!

This year, the selection process hasn't even started yet!
The shortlist has been gradually released... but the official rankings will not be revealed until the end of the year!
However, many people who attended the film screening believe that, barring any unforeseen circumstances, Lu Zhiyuan will still reach the top!

Dr. Li is so handsome!
He is absolutely the highest quality male in the world!
He's a hundred times more handsome than Li Wen, the art student!
"Godzilla: Monarch" returns to the realm of science fiction films that Lu Zhiyuan is familiar with.

On this day, at least 1000 million viewers worldwide flocked to movie theaters, waiting for the moment when the grand prize would be drawn!
……

"Boss, good news!"

"Our film, Godzilla: Monarch, broke a record in pre-sales in North America, and it's far ahead in the anticipation rankings on some websites!"

The release of "War for the Planet of the Apes" on the same day might be a good subject.

But who is the director of this movie? I don't know.

Does it have appeal? No!

The IP "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" is not even as appealing as Lu Zhiyuan's personal brand.

In addition, Godzilla is a world-class IP.

In terms of popularity, the two films are simply incomparable!

As for the Chinese market, "Transformers 4" is currently dominating the market, and other blockbusters simply cannot be released at this time.

Therefore, on its first day of release, "Godzilla: Monarch" secured more than 60% of the screenings!
This is even more outrageous than the number of screenings that "Transformers 4" got!

On June 27th, Transformers 4 received approximately 55% of the screenings, while its peak screening share should have exceeded 63%!

However, China is Lu Zhiyuan's home turf!

His treatment could not be lower than that of Transformers 4!
……

The Wanda flagship cinema near Dongshan Villa.

This is the umpteenth time that Lu Zhiyuan has held a premiere here!
Moreover, the atmosphere this year is exceptionally harmonious.

Because Lu Zhiyuan and Jing Tian have a new major project to collaborate on. They have temporarily put aside their past grievances.

Countless people in the entertainment industry have heard this news.

The subject matter of this project is unknown, but the project is called "The Great Wall".

It sounds like it should be a period drama, and it should be about fighting against foreign invaders and showcasing the magnificent spirit of China.

These large-scale films use a lot of actors.

Suddenly, countless people set their sights on this project, all wanting to curry favor with those around Lu Zhiyuan… As for currying favor with Lu Zhiyuan?

Let's not even think about it!
Of course, the main reason is that they can't curry favor with him.

Because these actors' agents are in the entertainment industry... Lu Zhiyuan is an artist, a world-class artist!

How can people from two different worlds get along?

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"Brother Yuan looks great lately. It proves that our family's secret formula really works."

Today, Jing Tian met Lu Zhiyuan, and surprisingly, she didn't have any red eyes.

She seemed to be in a good mood, and even made a few jokes to Lu Zhiyuan.

Seeing this scene, Reba, who was standing next to Lu Zhiyuan, silently hugged Lu Zhiyuan's arm tightly, making it very clear to Jing Tian that Lu Zhiyuan was her man!

Tell Jing Tian to stop thinking about it!
Most of the time, Dilraba is a very gentle and considerate person.

However, because she felt somewhat guilty about the process of rising to power, she took the matter of official status very seriously.

No one will be allowed to take her place!
Seeing this, Jing Tian smiled faintly and said to Reba, "Alright, don't be so petty. I know you're his legal wife, okay? I'm not going to fight you for her!"

You're not going to fight me for it?
What a big joke!
Over the years, you've been the most aggressive thief!

At this moment, Reba looked at Jing Tian with extreme vigilance.

Jing Tian knew that Reba was afraid of her, so she smiled and said mysteriously, "In a couple of days, I'll give you a gift. Let you feel my sincerity."

"Alright, I know you're busy today, so I won't bother you any longer. We're family, there's no rush."

After Jing Tian finished speaking, she left with a smile.

Her words were full of hidden meanings.

Lu Zhiyuan knew what Jing Tian was saying. But Reba didn't understand!

How did we become family?
You and I are mortal enemies who will never speak to each other again!

"Honey, Senior Sister is here. Go and greet her. I'll go check on things backstage."

Reba found an excuse and hurriedly went to find Jing Tian, ​​wanting to get to the bottom of things.

After Reba left, Liu Shishi walked over, looking exhausted.

She glanced at Lu Zhiyuan silently, sighed, and whispered, "Zhiyuan, I've embarrassed you."

David Fincher directed the spin-off series of "Real Steel".

As a renowned director, David Fincher naturally had certain requirements for actors' acting skills.

He had thought that Liu Shishi's performances in the films "Pacific Rim" and "Perseus" were quite remarkable.

In some scenes, Liu Shishi even displayed a very captivating performance.

Her acting skills must be very good.

Director David Fincher is very much looking forward to it. He has also designed several memorable scenes for Liu Shishi, which he plans to use for promotional purposes.

Who knew that after filming a few shots, Liu Shishi would be exposed!
Director David Fincher was stunned on the spot!

Is this listless-eyed girl still the same compassionate, steadfast, and composed woman who faces all dangers—the pinnacle of human intelligence, Miss Raven?
He's completely blind!

At that moment, director David Fincher suddenly realized why Lu Zhiyuan could pursue the best in history, even though he was just a famous director.

Lu Zhiyuan is simply a god among directors!

He actually managed to create such a nuanced and complex character as the blind Liu Shishi?

Moreover, it perfectly matches Liu Shishi's own temperament!
This is amazing!

Anyway, he can't do it!

However, the contract had already been signed, and Liu Shishi was an important supporting actress in the "Real Steel" film series... He couldn't very well announce to the public that Liu Shishi had been fired because of her poor acting skills, could he?

The fans will definitely riot!
After all, Liu Shishi's acting was quite good in Lu Zhiyuan's films. How did it become such an eyesore in his movies?
He's definitely the one with the problem!
So, director David Fincher had no choice but to grit his teeth and use Liu Shishi!

However, Liu Shishi's cringeworthy performance still spread within Hollywood circles... Many people were somewhat gloating, wanting to see Liu Shishi make a fool of herself.

"Later, I'll call director David Fincher and talk to him about how to create a character arc for you and how to use cinematic language to help you play to your strengths and minimize your weaknesses."

Lu Zhiyuan smiled but didn't say anything more.

As long as Liu Shishi cries more and becomes more ruthless in the spin-off series, this spin-off series will definitely be a hit!
It would be best to keep Liu Shishi as a background character.

Never treat her as the main female lead and take close-up photos of her; that would be asking for trouble.

Even if it were David Fincher, Spielberg wouldn't have been able to help.

"Zhiyuan, you're so good to me." If only you hadn't made it official?

I wouldn't mind being your third girlfriend!
Unfortunately, you've made it official. If things remain ambiguous between us and we get caught, I really can't bear the stigma.

Unless, I also retire from the industry!
Unfortunately, I can't let go of the spotlight in the entertainment industry!
Unlike Gao Yuanyuan, Liu Shishi wasn't blinded by love; she remained quite clear-headed. However, she still harbored a sliver of expectation.

In fact, although decent women hate sluts, if given the opportunity to cosplay without any risk, not one of them would not be eager to try!
"Cough cough!"

Just then, Liu Yifei appeared.

She was furious to see the two of them staring at each other silently, completely oblivious to everyone else.

"You go and greet the guests, I'll go inside and wait for you."

Upon seeing Liu Yifei appear, Liu Shishi said nothing, not even glancing at her, and walked away haughtily with her swan-like neck held high.

Before, she was Xiao Liu Yifei!
Now, she can rightfully call him Da Liu!

Once the spin-off series of "Real Steel" is released, she will be the one and only Supergirl!
Liu Yifei has become Ah Fei!

"Sister Fei, why are you looking at me like that?"

Lu Zhiyuan noticed that Liu Yifei was just silently watching him without saying a word, which made him feel very uneasy.

Liu Yifei looked around for a while, her eyes full of gossip, and asked in a low voice, "I heard that you and Miss Jing have made up?"

Lu Zhiyuan calmly said, "There is no distinction between good and bad in this world; it is only people's likes and dislikes that matter. The word 'reconciliation' is, at least in my opinion, nonsense."

"Tough mouth!"

Liu Yifei often felt that her literary skills were too low, so much so that even though she knew there were loopholes in Lu Zhiyuan's words, she still couldn't refute them.

"Brother, I'm sorry I'm late!"

Just then, Zhang Ruonan, dressed in an adorable puffy princess dress and with her hair in a simple bun, ran over with a bright smile.

Because her legs are short, she has to wear a princess dress to cover her calves.

Because she has a cute face, she has to tie her hair up to show as much of her face as possible.

Only in this way can we maximize our strengths and minimize our weaknesses, thus enhancing our charm to the fullest!
She's not like that certain "America's Sister" who, despite having thick legs, still likes to wear short skirts. And who, with a thick neck and sloping shoulders, still wears off-the-shoulder tops... Good heavens, what kind of aesthetic is that?
And yet, she studied art and enjoys being immersed in the 798 Art Zone?

It's easy to imagine that her art teacher must have died very young.

She drove me crazy.

"Today, you're the leading lady. It's only right that you arrive late and make a grand entrance." Lu Zhiyuan looked Zhang Ruonan up and down, sizing her up.

so cute!
It was full of youthful energy.

"Xiao Nan, believe me, you will definitely become a global sensation!"

"Angelic purity and innocence are more moving than any beautifully written lines!"

This is the female lead I chose from 10 people!
Lu Zhiyuan certainly admired it!

"Thank you brother!"

Zhang Ruonan chuckled and then winked provocatively at Liu Yifei.

Liu Yifei rolled her eyes, feeling a little annoyed: "Those born in '95 are already on the world stage! I, born in '87, am still stuck in trashy romance movies!"

No!

I'll get someone to write a press release tomorrow.

—On the premiere day of "Godzilla: Monarch", Liu Yifei outshone all the other actresses, while the female lead Zhang Ruonan paled in comparison. Next to the real top actresses, she looked like a tender little grass!

comfortable!
Write it like this!

……

After a while, Nazha and Hanikezi arrived.

These two were both darlings of Lu Zhiyuan's company. After a brief greeting, they joined Zhang Ruonan to hang out.

Because Gulnazar and Hanikezi are the female lead and second female lead in Lu Zhiyuan's next movie, "Mojin: The Lost Legend".

Her treatment was no worse than Zhang Ruonan's.

Zhang Ruonan has just joined the company. Although she is favored by Lu Zhiyuan, she still has to be humble and subservient for now... She and Hanikezi are the same age, but Hanikezi has the "Real Steel" series.

This is someone Zhang Ruonan can't compare to right now!

That's just how realistic the entertainment industry is.

Having works of art is having everything!
Unless you become the boss's wife, you can escape the three realms and no longer have to compare works... because no matter how good the movie is, you're still working for the boss's wife!
……

The premiere is about to begin.

The audience seats were already full, all waiting for Lu Zhiyuan, the main character, to make his appearance!

Right now, backstage at the movie theater.

Reba called out to Jing Tian, ​​her face grim, and asked, "Sister Tian, ​​what did you mean by 'family' just now?"

Jing Tian looked at Reba, and a surge of anger welled up inside her.

But then I realized that I absolutely couldn't get angry!
She said, feigning calmness, "It's been two and a half years. I wanted to learn to be carefree. Like him, I wanted to treat it as a dream and let go of all attachment. But I found I couldn't. I'm like I'm poisoned; I want to be near him every day!"

"Reba, I thought he would be with you for life. If that's the case, I wish you both well."

"What on earth are you thinking about?"

At this moment, Jing Tian's anger erupted!

She once told herself that Lu Zhiyuan leaving her and getting together with Dilraba might not be such a bad choice.

After all, her family situation and her relatives and friends are indeed very complicated.

If Lu Zhiyuan stays behind, he may very well be affected someday in the future.

It's better for him to go further away.

In case something happens, Lu Zhiyuan will not be harmed.

As long as he is alive, his resources and connections will continue to support Lu Zhiyuan in pursuing the best in history.

From a purely economic perspective, this separation is quite ideal, as everyone suffers no financial loss, only emotional one.

Even so, Jing Tian was still in great pain.

That's unacceptable.

However, since things have come to this, she can only tell herself to be more open-minded. This separation is actually better for Lu Zhiyuan himself!
When you love someone, you naturally want the best for them.

"Sister Tian Tian, ​​I..."

Dilraba cannot explain it.

Although she had a thousand reasons in her heart, these reasons were all dirty and hypocritical, and she couldn't bring herself to say them.

"You don't need to explain!"

Jing Tian suddenly laughed, her tone becoming calmer: "I know, you mean to say that you're doing this for his own good."

Reba nodded.

Is such that.

"I knew you were reasonable."

Jing Tian held Reba's hand and said with a smile, "From now on, let's continue to be good sisters. You can call me 'sister,' just like before."

"Don't worry, I won't take your seat. I swear to God."

Not taking my spot?

That's good!
Reba hesitated for a moment, then called out softly, "Sister."

"Good sister!"

Jing Tian was overjoyed. She took Reba's hand and revealed her true intentions: "I also like A Yuan very much. I'm also very beautiful, and I have shares in a robotics company. I can also help him pursue the all-time best! In addition, I can also give you 5 million US dollars!"

Finished!

I was fooled!

At this moment, Dilraba regretted it and wished she could travel back 10 minutes!

……

Inside the theater.

All the key members of the production team have taken their seats.

Lu Zhiyuan is being interviewed by reporters and briefly talked about some interesting stories from the filming of "Godzilla: Monarch".

As for playing the victim, kneeling down and begging the audience to buy tickets to see the movie... given Lu Zhiyuan's personality, he definitely wouldn't do something like that.

He earns his living through his skills, he's not a beggar!
"Brother Yuan, I heard you're playing a villain again? Can I ask why you particularly like playing villains?"

One audience member got the chance to ask a question and specifically found the question with the most votes online.

Why does Lu Zhiyuan like playing villains?
Moreover, his villainous roles are particularly charismatic, full of human struggles. Watching him play villains is especially exciting, it doesn't feel like acting!

"I'm a very boring person in my daily life!"

As soon as Lu Zhiyuan opened his mouth, the whole audience burst into laughter.

Because, as everyone knows, he's a lunatic... He actually said he was a very boring person?
Mentally ill people feel bored. So, they have occasional episodes where they want to make movies about destroying the world, seeking that kind of thrill?

"In most movies, the villains are like NPCs, waiting for the protagonist, the hero, to kill them, steal their gold, and steal their love!"

"I think this kind of plot pattern is a bit too simplistic."

"I often think that if I were a villain living in a movie world, I would never surrender and wait for fate to pronounce my judgment!"

"Even if I die, I want to die a glorious death, a death that will shake the world!"

After Lu Zhiyuan finished speaking, the whole audience applauded and cheered!

That's right!

In most movies, villains do indeed possess all of the characteristics mentioned above.

Must die.

If you encounter the protagonist, you'll instantly become an idiot, suffer all sorts of bad luck, and then be killed by the plot!

The villains in Lu Zhiyuan's movies do have a unique charm.

"Alright, it's almost 6 o'clock. Let's watch the movie first. After the movie, I'll answer any questions you may have."

"There's still a lot of time left today, so I made sure to have dinner before coming."

I made a point of eating dinner before coming, so that everyone could feel Lu Zhiyuan's approachability and his little bit of humor.

……

The lights in the theater dimmed.

Lu Zhiyuan and the other key members of the creative team sat in the first row.

For the movie "Godzilla: Monarch", Lu Zhiyuan did not invite Chen Kaige... He was afraid that Chen would be put in a dilemma.

Because Chen Kaige took on a big project, "The Legend of the Demon Cat".

The film project is not large.

However, the Xiangyang Film and Television City project is extremely large.

The project, which cost 16 billion yuan and took six years to complete, is nearing completion. As the general contractor, Chen Kaige has been waiting for the acceptance inspection in Xiangyang.

Old Chen, the contractor, was just waiting to make a fortune after this project was completed. He had no interest in being a guest for Lu Zhiyuan.
But if Lu Zhiyuan extends an invitation, Chen Kaige will definitely come.

That's what loyalty is all about!
However, Old Chen is a man of honor, and Lu Zhiyuan also has to consider Old Chen's feelings... His premiere is not important, so as not to delay Old Chen from earning his retirement!
"Brother Kun, please sit in the back."

Lu Zhiyuan was preparing to watch his own movie again.

Just then, Jing Tian and Reba walked over hand in hand, which surprised him greatly.

Jing Tian even arrogantly told Xin Yukun to go to the back and not take up a spot.

"Brother, good luck. I can't help you in this situation!"

Seeing this, Xin Yukun wisely withdrew from the battlefield, leaving Jing Tian and Reba to attack Lu Zhiyuan from both sides!

"You rascal, you've been resurrected here. How about that? Aren't you happy!"

After Jing Tian took Xin Yukun's place, she whispered something in Lu Zhiyuan's ear with a smile, feeling particularly wonderful.

Lu Zhiyuan didn't say anything, and turned to look at Reba.

Dilraba's lips twitched, unsure how to explain... No matter what she said, she couldn't possibly say it here!

She's not a crazy woman like Jing Tian!
"Tian Tian, ​​why don't you watch the movie first? After the movie, go home and rest early. You seem quite tired lately."

Lu Zhiyuan didn't know what had happened. He said a few polite words with a hint of aloofness, and then stopped communicating with Jing Tian.

Seeing this made Dilraba feel a little better.

……

"Fuck!"

In the IMAX theater, the audience saw that the movie opened with a grand and exquisite visual experience, as well as a sacred lighting effect.

This scene is absolutely mesmerizing.

Soon, something even more exciting is coming!
In ancient times, Godzilla and the MUTO engaged in a five-minute battle... In the end, the MUTO emerged victorious, implanting its own spore eggs into Godzilla's body.

Then, the asteroid struck Earth, igniting the entire planet... Faced with such a cataclysmic disaster, even a Titan-level behemoth could not escape!

"Stimulate!"

"A visual treat as always!"

"As expected of a sci-fi blockbuster created by Brother Yuan!"

"Those five minutes alone were worth the price of admission!"

"To watch Brother Yuan's movies, you have to come to the IMAX theater! Watching regular 3D movies always feels like it lacks a bit of an immersive experience."

Within the first few minutes, a sense of destiny, an epic aesthetic, is conveyed.

This is the taste!
Lu Zhiyuan's unique spirit and energy in science fiction films!

It has the feel of a blockbuster movie!

……

What happens next.

After the female protagonist Zhang Ruonan appeared, the story became increasingly dramatic.

However, both the female lead, Zhang Ruonan, and the male lead, Tom Hiddleston, are there to introduce the real protagonist, Dr. Li!
The main storyline of this movie is the karmic feud between Godzilla and the MUTO that has been entangled for thousands of years.

The film's underlying theme is that Dr. Lee, a mad scientist, wants to use monsters, cultivate monsters, and even use monster genes to modify other creatures!
Two clues intertwined.

This makes the initiative of all the characters appear particularly strong!

The pacing of the entire film is extremely tight!
……

In Asia.

Many viewers simply found the movie very exciting and thrilling, especially the character of Dr. Li, who was incredibly charismatic as a villain!

After all, Dr. Li is also a person of Asian descent!

But with his extraordinary wisdom, he fooled the whole world and almost became a Nobel Prize winner in Biology!
The post-credits scene was absolutely stunning and sent chills down my spine!
Dr. Li, using the genes of the [MUTO], bred the [Hell Beast], a sea monster that looks terrifying!
He succeeded!

He spent over a decade on this "Monarch Project," and nearly died at Godzilla's hands!
What a crazy guy!

However, the crazier it is, the more people admire it!

……

In Europe.

Especially in Britain.

Viewers who watched this movie felt their heads were buzzing.

"The Sellafield nuclear power plant suffered a nuclear leak in 2001. Could it really be because someone wanted to cultivate [MUTO]?"

"Otherwise, it would be difficult to explain why, in 2003, the nuclear radiation data decreased by 99%!"

"The nuclear radiation data from 2001 and 2003 are vastly different! There must be something wrong here."

For a moment, British audiences who watched the film felt as if their understanding had been blurred.

What exactly is real, and what is fiction?

Regardless of whether the film's adaptations are based on real events or the director's wild imaginations... all of this successfully created a very unsettling sense of "realism" for them!
It's as if Godzilla and MUTO are no longer characters in a movie, no longer those unattainable, illusory beings.

Rather, it is highly likely to be lurking in an abandoned nuclear power plant that humans have already created.

"I strongly demand that the government release the true investigation report on the Sellafield nuclear power plant!"

"The public has the right to know!"

"Oh, and there's also the 26.96 kilograms of plutonium that mysteriously disappeared in 2005, as mentioned in the movie... I urge the government to investigate this thoroughly!"

"I think that for a case this big, MI6 should send James Bond!"

……

In France.

French audiences laughed heartily at the sight of the British looking utterly pathetic in the film.

However, on the internet, they voiced sharp criticism and sarcasm, not only targeting the British government but also mocking their own government.

"As expected of Director Lu's film!"

"fantastic!"

"The movie cleverly uses science fiction to explain the miracle of reduced nuclear leakage in reality. But here's the problem: after watching this movie, I'd rather believe that the monster swallowed the nuclear radiation than believe the official investigation reports!"

"It's over!"

"I have absolutely no trust in the government!"

"Congratulations to our government for successfully falling into the Tacitus Trap!"

The Tacitus Trap refers to the situation where, once a government department or organization loses public trust, it will be perceived as lying or doing wrong, regardless of whether it tells the truth or lies, or does good or bad deeds.

walk!

We're going for a walk!
For the truth!

……

In this film, Lu Zhiyuan combined the real Sellafield nuclear disaster with the creation of the MUTO monster.

It makes the boundary between reality and illusion extremely blurred.

Viewers felt extremely immersed in the film!

Especially Britain, France, and Germany!

These countries happen to be Europe's main voting blocs!
……

"Boss!"

"You are such a genius!"

"Our film was a box office smash in the UK, France, and Germany!"

After the premiere, Lu Zhiyuan went home to sleep.

By the afternoon of the second day, the opening day box office figures from around the world had been tallied at YD Pictures headquarters and were in James's hands.

James immediately called to tell Lu Zhiyuan the good news.

"Boss, the North American opening day box office was $3000 million, which is average. If nothing unexpected happens, the opening weekend box office will be around $1 million, and the total box office for the entire period will be around $2.5 million."

"In China, our film grossed 2 million RMB on its opening day, nearly 3000 million USD... Keep in mind, this only took half a day! I love the Chinese market! It's incredible!"

James heard that Transformers 4's box office in China was almost double that in North America.

After all, there are just too many Chinese people!
If things continue like this, China will soon become the world's largest movie box office!

In the future, Hollywood movies will become increasingly pandering to Chinese audiences, practically wanting to display the message "Chinese daddy, come see our movie!" at the beginning of the film!
However, this has nothing to do with their company.

Because their company's director is Chinese, they naturally have this advantage.

James couldn't imagine how much box office "Godzilla: Monarch" would make in China... Would it really reach $5 million?
A single market, $5 million in box office revenue!
Being invincible is truly lonely!
(End of this chapter)