Director of Photography Department of Huayu

Where was Chapter 97 filmed?
On the morning of February 21, the exclusive interview article of the Sixth Princess (CCTV-6 Movie Channel) was first published on the official website with two articles, with eye-catching titles:

["Peacock" Director Gu Changwei: Realism is my choice]

Wu Chen: From "The Dark Side" to "Buried"—The Final Chapter of the Thriller Trilogy

The article not only detailed Wu Chen and Gu Changwei's achievements in Berlin, but also sparked heated discussions within the industry with one passage:
Wu Chen revealed in an interview that from The Dark Side to Buried Alive, he has been exploring a new film language, calling it the 'Thriller Trilogy', and frankly admitted that the third part is currently being conceived and 'when the time is right, it will be released to everyone'.

From Best Film in Sitges to the Berlinale's double Silver Bear, Wu Chen's thriller journey has proven his talent and vision, and this final chapter in the trilogy is highly anticipated."

The title is very impactful, and the content makes people in the industry think about it.

The final chapter of Wu Chen's trilogy is definitely not a casual work, but a masterpiece that he has put all his efforts into.

Film critics have begun to predict:
"Wu Chen's trilogy may be a new benchmark for Chinese horror films!"

"From the gloom of 'The Dark Side' to the suffocation of 'Buried Alive,' what will this third film be?"

Countless domestic filmmakers frowned, as if wondering what Wu Chen would use to conclude this trilogy.

The first two films set the tone so high that it is hard not to be interested.

Inside the headquarters of Light Media, sunlight streamed in through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Wang Changtian sat in his office chair, his eyes fixed on the interview content on the computer screen. He then pressed the landline and called the person in charge of "Entertainment Live".

"Send people to block the airport, right?" Wang Changtian asked.

"Director Wang, we've sent them. We're joined by dozens of media outlets, all blocking the area. According to reliable sources, Director Wu and Director Gu will be back this afternoon. We can't rule out the possibility of deliberately releasing false information, so reporters rushed over this morning."

Wang Changtian nodded slightly. "So, you pass on the order. If there's a chance, when Wu Chen comes back, be sure to ask him if the final part of his trilogy will be filmed in China."

The person in charge nodded quickly: "Understood."

At the same time, in the BJ Huayi Brothers office, Wang Zhonglei was sitting on the sofa with a teacup in his hand, while Feng Xiaogang was sitting opposite him, with his legs crossed, reading a newspaper that contained an exclusive interview with the Sixth Princess.

Seeing the special report on Gu Changwei and Wu Chen, he couldn't help but show a hint of envy.

Those bastards who won domestic awards were like hugging gold bricks, and they wouldn't give him a single one.

"Damn it, I'm going to learn from Wu Chen. If domestic ones won't let me play, I'll play international ones."

When Feng Xiaogang thought of this, he suddenly felt excited.

Although he lost to Wu Chen, "Buried" won two awards in Berlin, so his loss was not unfair at all.

"Zhong Lei, I have been thinking about a costume drama."

Wang Zhonglei's mind was full of thoughts about the final chapter of Wu Chen's trilogy and whether he could participate. For a moment, he didn't hear what Feng Xiaogang was saying. He was stunned and said, "Ah, Xiaogang, what did you say?"

"I recently had a new idea. I plan to make a costume drama!"

"Ancient costume?"

Wang Zhonglei was confused. He thought to himself that Feng Xiaogang didn't seem to be very good at this. Why did he suddenly get involved in costume dramas? Could it be that he was inspired by Zhang Yi and Chen Kai?

Did these two people stimulate Feng Xiaogang by going to star in costume dramas?

"I intend to combine this traditional costume drama with the dramatic style of Shakespeare"

Feng Xiaogang's eyes lit up. He had been thinking about this idea for a long time and it was definitely feasible.

When Wang Zhonglei heard this, only six words remained in his mind: Feng Xiaogang wants to win the award!
"Please help me find a top screenwriter in China. I'll spend the better part of six months polishing the lines word for word until they flow perfectly."

Feng Xiaogang made the request without hesitation. He had helped Huayi make so much money, so there was no reason for the other party not to agree to such a small request, right?
"How much will it cost?" "Hundreds of millions!"

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I have to say that winning the Berlin Jury Grand Prix is ​​useful.

At this time, Gu Changwei and Yang Jinsong were looking at the message sent by the domestic box office statisticians with smiles on their faces.

Wu Chen also congratulated him, "Congratulations, Senior Brother, the box office is booming!"

"Peacock" was released on the 18th and received mediocre response. Since the news that "Peacock" won the Silver Bear Award at the Berlin Film Festival came out, the screening situation across the country immediately heated up yesterday.

“According to Qiu Qing, deputy general manager of Huaying Southern Cinema Line, Feiyang Cinema achieved a box office of 100,000 yuan in just three days, ranking first in the country;

The theaters at Shanghai Cinema showing "Peacock" yesterday morning were all packed."

Yang Jinsong looked excited, and the entire crew was excited as well.

"Boss Ying has already prepared a celebration banquet for everyone when we get back!" Yang Jinsong said cheerfully, and then asked Wu Chen, "Director Wu, do you want to come with us?

It’s more lively if we open it together!”

"Forget it. I'm the only one left in this crew. Why would I want to have a celebration party?"

Gu Changwei responded immediately: "Hey, that's not the case, Junior Brother, you can come whenever you want, you are the crew."

Wu Chen still declined with a smile.

"By the way, Director Wu, is 'Buried' scheduled to be released in North America yet?" Yang Jinsong asked casually, and the entire 'Peacock' crew pricked up their ears.

Everyone suddenly realized that "Buried" was targeting the world's top North American market, and its box office revenue in one day might be higher than that of "Peacock" in a month.

Thinking of this, Zhang Jingchu's beautiful eyes widened, and she looked at Wu Chen as if she was looking at a mountain of gold.

Wu Chen remained calm, "I've contacted Lionsgate. They're doing the promotion and it'll probably be out before Easter. They're still in the pre-production stages, so there's no rush!"

Everyone was secretly envious when they heard this. Wu Chen was earning US dollars and his efficiency was much higher than theirs.

And looking at Wu Chen, it seems that he has begun to take root and gain a foothold in North America.

On the way, Wu Chen clearly felt Yang Jinsong's enthusiasm. The two exchanged mobile phone numbers. The other party also made it clear that if Wu Chen needed film investment, he could contact Poly Huayi.

Wu Chen looked at the number in his hand and couldn't help but smile.

To think that it took him a long time to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars, but now a bunch of people have started giving him money.

After returning to China, as expected, reporters blocked the exit, waiting for the "Peacock" crew and Wu Chen and others to come out.

Zhang Jingchu was like a peacock spreading its feathers. She answered all the reporters' questions and even wanted to say more about her own thoughts.

Wu Chen spoke briefly and to the point, but the reporter from Guangguang's "Entertainment Live" asked him a question that surprised him.

"Director Wu, are you planning to film the final chapter of your trilogy in the country or in Hollywood?"

It has to be said that this question hit the nail on the head. For a moment, the noisy voices of the reporters quieted down and all their eyes turned to Wu Chen.

Wu Chen, the reporter from Guangguang, was quite fond of him and said directly, "Domestic."

(End of this chapter)