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Chapter 262 Ning Hao is China's Guy Ritchie!
The entire film and television industry was captivated by Director Chen.

The Berlin International Film Festival has announced the first batch of entries for its main competition.

【Mei Lanfang】is prominently listed, and is the only Chinese-language film to be nominated.

This inevitably brings to mind what Director Chen confidently said before: getting nominated for a film festival is very simple, it's just a matter of whether you want to or not.

Everyone felt that Director Chen had become arrogant and overbearing.

Now that the shortlist has been released, all I can do is admire them.

Despite the fact that "Mei Lanfang" only grossed 1.1 million yuan, no one is saying that the movie lost money anymore.

If we can win the award in Berlin, we can recoup the copyright costs and make a fortune.

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"Brother Xiao Le, do you have time to come to the press conference for the start of filming of 'The Great Biography of Sun Tzu'?"

Jing Tian called again to invite him, her tone full of anticipation.

Faced with repeated invitations from girls under 20, Tian Xiaole didn't refuse again and agreed.

"Okay, I'll be there."

Hearing this, Jing Tian breathed a sigh of relief, and her voice became cheerful:

"Okay, then I'll wait for you to arrive."

After chatting for a few minutes, seeing that the other end of the phone was still on, Tian Xiaole asked curiously:
"Any thing else?"

Jing Tian wanted to hear Tian Xiaole talk and didn't want the conversation to end so quickly, so she started a new topic:

"Hey, Xiao Le, when does the [Pacific Rim] roadshow start? I'd like to make time for it in advance."

"The process is being finalized, and we will notify you all in due course."

The roadshow for the "Pacific Rim" will definitely not be limited to China; it will also include South Korea, Europe, and North America.

This was Mike Byrne's suggestion, and Tian Xiaole adopted it. This was a great opportunity for publicity.

Previously, only period dramas could win over foreign audiences, but the release of "Pacific Rim" is likely to break that rule.

I want more people to see science fiction films made by Chinese people.

As for the island nation, Tian Xiaole is considering whether or not to go.

After all, in the movie, their country was destroyed, so they were genuinely afraid that if they went there, they wouldn't be able to come back.

He was chopped into minced meat.

"So, Brother Le, will you come with us?"

"Yes, I will participate in the entire process this time."

Tian Xiaole has no intention of slacking off and has high expectations for the film.

Not only did he have to participate in the entire roadshow, but all the lead actors were also required to adjust their schedules to cooperate.

After chatting idly for a while, Jing Tian ran out of things to say and said hesitantly:

"Brother Xiao Le, I'm hanging up now."

"See you."

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Looking at the phone that had been hung up, Tian Xiaole shook his head. He could sense what the little girl was thinking.

But her background is something that other ambitious female stars can't compare to.

Those unspoken rules wouldn't be applied to her.

But since Tian Xiaole doesn't want to reciprocate her feelings, she can only pretend she didn't see it.

If a suitable role comes along, we could give her some opportunities.

buzzing...

The phone vibrated in her hand. She glanced at the number; it was Liu Shishi calling. Tian Xiaole was quite surprised.

This young lady hasn't contacted him since her last visit to the set. Why is she calling now?

"Director Tian, ​​filming for 'Chinese Paladin 3' is about to wrap up. Can you attend the wrap-up press conference?"

"Did Cai Yinong ask you to make that call?"

Tian Xiaole asked, guessing.

It was only because of Cai Yinong's eagerness for quick success that she was able to get Liu Shishi to make that phone call.

The goal is simple: to hang around in front of him more often, and if he takes a liking to me, it'll be a free opportunity.

"I'm too busy, I can't get away."

"Oh, okay."

Before hanging up the phone, Liu Shishi sincerely exclaimed, "The trailer for Pacific Rim is amazing! I wish it great box office success in advance."

"Thank you."

Looking at the phone that had been disconnected, Tian Xiaole smiled and shook his head. Liu Shishi, this movie fan, had a very good sense of propriety.

Unlike those minor celebrities who climb the social ladder by taking advantage of opportunities, she isn't as driven by ambition and has a subtle, aloof air about her.

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"Mr. Cai, Director Tian has declined."

Liu Shishi responded to the report truthfully.

"I know, you go out first."

Cai Yinong was thinking of taking a chance, but what a big director like him would have to come to the press conference for the TV series? He must have a lot of nerve to invite him.

Not long after Liu Shishi left, Hu Ge arrived at Cai Yinong's office. She looked up at him and asked:
"Old Hu, what did Yang Mi say?"

"Xiao Mi still has a year left on her contract with Rong Xinda, and she doesn't want to make a decision so quickly."

"Honey?"
"You're calling her so affectionately? You haven't actually fallen for her, have you?"

Cai Yinong asked, frowning.

I just thought Hu Ge and Yang Mi were having a fling, since he had just broken up not long ago, and it's normal for couples on set to satisfy their needs.

She didn't want to lose not only the person but also a key figure in the company.

Cai Yinong warned, "Just play around, don't get really emotionally involved."

We're not officially a couple yet.

"Since you're not together, stay away from Yang Mi. She's too scheming; you can't outmaneuver her."

Cai Yinong was a little confused. When they were on set, she often saw Yang Mi hanging around Hu Ge, and it seemed that the two of them had feelings for each other.

She saw through Yang Mi's tricks and probably feared being treated differently on set or having her scenes cut, which is why she took the initiative to build a good relationship with the "Sugar Man King".

Just as Cai Yinong guessed, Yang Mi was indeed deliberately keeping Hu Ge hanging.

The film crew is like a small society, and its members are all from the same sugar-themed crew.

No one would dare to bully Zhao Liying, but that's not necessarily true for her. She's an outsider and can only use Hu Ge as a shield.

She never intended to sign with Sugarman, no matter how nicely they talked, they couldn't provide any film resources.

Moreover, with Liu Shishi involved, resources will become competitive in the future.

News of the wrap-up of filming for "Lucy" was immediately reported by domestic media.

"The female-centric sci-fi film 'Lucy,' directed and written by Tian Xiaole and starring Tang Yan, has wrapped up filming in Hollywood."

"Chinese actress Tang Yan has made history, becoming the first Chinese actress to star in a Hollywood film as the lead actress."

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"Brother Le, I have to postpone my return to China because I need to participate in the 'Night at the Museum' roadshow."

"Hmm, no rush, let's get the work done first."

Tian Xiaole reassured her.

"But I miss you, and I miss Xiaotianxin too."

Tang Yan's eyes were red. As a new mother, she hadn't seen her child for three months and couldn't contain her emotions any longer.

"Then I'll give Fox a heads-up, and you won't need to participate in the roadshow."

Tian Xiaole gets to see Xiao Tianxin every day and tease the little one, so he forgets about Tang Yan's feelings.

"No need for that. As an actress, I'm dedicated. I just want you to feel sorry for me more."

Tang Yan pouted and said.

Women are naturally emotional; they need to be loved and want to be cared for.

Tian Xiaole was speechless. Her emotions came on suddenly, and she acted like a typical little woman.

After offering a few words of reassurance and promising a few conditions, Tang Yan finally smiled happily.

She smiled innocently and naively.

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The TV series "The Great Biography of Sun Tzu" is wholly funded by Starlight Entertainment.

This is also Jing Tian's first drama series where she plays the female lead. Many media outlets were invited to attend the press conference.

Lu Zhen is really cunning; he even invited the cast of "Pacific Rim".

As the owner of a film and television company, he also subtly revealed that Tian Xiaole would be attending, so these people certainly wouldn't miss the opportunity to make their faces known.

Hu Jun, Huang Xiaoming, Liu Yifei, Jiang Wu, and others.

The group's appearance instantly made them the focus of media attention.

They received a substantial travel allowance to cover a TV series that had little to no gimmick.

Unexpectedly, I ran into the cast of Pacific Rim. This is big news.

The film has been the subject of constant discussion on various forums, making it excellent news material.

Lu Zhen's face turned a little green. He had invited the media to report on "The Great Biography of Sun Tzu," but now the interviews were all about the actors from "Pacific Rim."

"Yifei, when you were filming Pacific Rim, did you ever imagine that it would be a sci-fi blockbuster?"

"Excuse me, today is the press conference for 'The Great Biography of Sun Tzu,' let's not go off-topic."

Liu Yifei waved her hand in refusal.

"Teacher Hu Jun..."

"Xiao Ming..."

In every interview with reporters, without exception, the lead actors refused to answer any questions about "Pacific Rim".

They're all shrewd people in the entertainment industry, and they're already overshadowing the main event. If they answer irrelevant questions, it will displease the organizers.

When Tian Xiaole arrived, he happened to run into Ning Hao, who was wearing a gold chain around his neck and didn't look like an art director.

"You're saying a 'commercial' can have such high box office returns? What are we serious filmmakers compared to that?"

Ning Hao complained. Despite overwhelmingly negative reviews, "If You Are the One" has seen strong box office performance, grossing over 100 million yuan in just 5 days, setting a new record.

It feels like going back to the Lunar New Year film season dominated by Feng Xiaogang, and that's exactly what happened.

"It's normal for comedies to be popular, and it's a good thing for [racing]."

"You mean to say that our movie can also get that high box office?"

Ning Hao's eyes were filled with eagerness; he had already begun to fantasize.

"Reaching 100 million should be no problem. As for how far it can go, that depends on the market."

"Director Tian, ​​Ning Tian, ​​please take your seats in the first row."

Lu Zhen greeted him with a smile, showing no airs of a big boss.

In a flash, a group of reporters with their long lenses and microphones were pointed at us.

Tian Xiaole waved his hand, which was his way of saying hello.

"Director Tian, ​​Director Ning."

"Brother Tian, ​​Director Ning Hao."

The cast of 【Pacific Rim】 came up one after another to greet us. After the trailer was released, they had a feeling that this movie would be a new milestone, and they were all fortunate to be a part of it.

On stage, the director of "The Great Biography of Sun Tzu" appeared with a group of lead actors.

"Xiao Le, I remember script approval shouldn't be that slow, right? 'No Man's Land' has been submitted for so long and there's still no news."

Ning Hao muttered a complaint in the front row.

"You didn't change the ending? You submitted it exactly as it was?" Tian Xiaole asked back.

"Changing the flavor would change it; my goal is the film festival."

Don't let Ning Hao's usual cheerful demeanor fool you; he can be quite stubborn at times, and once he's made up his mind about something, it's hard for him to compromise.

"The script is too dark, so it's normal for the review process to take a while."

Tian Xiaole offered a word of comfort and didn't continue the topic.

On stage, Jing Tian, ​​who was being interviewed, mentioned Tian Xiaole:
"My first film was Pacific Rim, and my senior colleague Tian taught me a lot..."

The film will be released on the first day of the Lunar New Year. We hope our media friends will give it plenty of coverage.

Lu Zhen looked at the young lady with a helpless expression and asked her to introduce more new plays.

Instead, she immediately recommended "Pacific Rim".

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Tian Xiaole left the press conference early; if she had walked slowly, the group of reporters would have been difficult to deal with.

Don't steal the spotlight from someone else's home turf.

Ning Hao also slipped away, reminding him before parting ways to arrive early for the premiere of "Racing".

Photos and videos of "Night at the Museum" are gradually being "exposed" online.

After making some inquiries, I learned that this movie, starring Huang Bo and Tang Yan, is about to be released.

Fox was planning to release the film simultaneously in China, but the Lunar New Year film season is in complete chaos, so how could they possibly release a Hollywood blockbuster?

Tangyan's solo promotional video was released in China, making many female celebrities in the industry envious.

Her first Hollywood film was an A-list production, and she has just finished filming her own leading role film.

Why did she receive Tian Xiaole's favoritism?

This has left many female celebrities puzzled.

The TV series "Lurking" has wrapped up filming in Tianjin. This series, invested and produced by Xiaole Pictures, has received considerable attention.

As soon as the news spread, many TV stations came to inquire, expressing their intention to purchase the property.

“Both the Capital TV and Tianjin TV offered 90 yuan per episode, while Hunan TV offered the highest at 100 million yuan per episode. CCTV-8 also made an offer, but the price was not high.”

Chen Zhi reported the compiled data with an excited expression, the first TV series had gotten off to a good start.

But this is to be expected, as productions by Xiaole Pictures are a guarantee of quality.

Tian Xiaole tapped his finger lightly on the desk and thought for a moment: "If the Capital TV station can offer one million per episode, I'll sell it to them. CCTV-8 can broadcast it together."

"Okay, I'll go and discuss it right away."

Chen Zhixi nodded, left the office, and went to take care of her business.

This decisive and efficient nature is exactly what Tian Xiaole values.

The patriotic film "The Founding of a Republic" is currently casting over a hundred actors.

Those who were invited were all big names and talented actors.

Some people also try to use connections or back channels to get roles.

I heard that Stephen Chow offered himself for a role, but Han Sanping rejected him.

The reason given was both laughable and absurd: that Stephen Chow standing there would make the audience laugh out loud, which did not fit the serious atmosphere of the film.

Isn't this a recognition of his status as a comedy master?

"Xiao Le, you'll be in charge of filming the scenes in Shanghai. I'm assigning Feng Xiaogang to direct for you; he'll be playing Du Yuesheng."

If he doesn't act well, feel free to criticize him, hahaha.

Han Sanping said with a smile.

"He's playing a mob boss again, is he addicted to it?" Tian Xiaole joked.

Feng Xiaogang's portrayal of the Crocodile Gang leader in "Kung Fu Hustle" left a deep impression on viewers.

"Uncle Han, the artists in my company all have good acting skills. We'll arrange suitable roles for them."

"Huang Bo, Tang Yan, and Wang Luodan are all under consideration, so don't worry."

Han Sanping changed the subject, saying, "You can come and sit down at the premiere of [Red Cliff Part II] sometime."

"Forget it, I don't get along with those people from Hong Kong Island, so I'm not going."

Tian Xiaole refused without hesitation.

"Alright then, hopefully the movie will continue the success of the first one."

Han Sanping is really audacious. He's been criticized so much online, yet he still wants to sell another 300 million. Does he think the audience is stupid?
The 28th was the premiere of [Racing].

The box office performance of "If You Are the One" shows no signs of slowing down.

Ning Hao didn't want to lose too badly, so he took several lead actors on a tour of major box office cities across the country and just returned to the capital.

Tian Xiaole received several calls urging him to arrive at the scene early.

The location was chosen to be Broadway New Century Cinema.

The guests present were all actors who had worked with Ning Hao before, as well as some directors and well-known writers in the industry.

Gu Changwei, Gao Qunshu, Liu Zhenyun...

Huang Bo, who was supposed to be the male lead, didn't show up; he went to Hollywood to promote the film "The Museum."

When the actors present found out, they felt extremely envious, because it was an A-list project from one of the six major Hollywood studios, a movie to be released worldwide.

Many actors looked to the man dressed casually and wearing black sunglasses for the opportunity to access Hollywood resources.

The actors under Xiaole Pictures are almost becoming stepping stones to Hollywood; regardless of their level of fame in China, they all want to go there for a spin.

"Haozi, it's all up to you today."

Tian Xiaole said with a smile, "Today is Ning Hao's home turf, and the former has no intention of stealing the limelight."

"To be honest, I'm actually a little nervous. I've staked most of my fortune on this movie."

The film is a project mainly controlled by Ning Hao, and its box office performance is related to his status.

The scripts for "Stone" and "Extreme" were provided by Tian Xiaole, while "Racing" was truly completed independently.

Whether it can escape the shadow of the past depends on the film's reception and box office performance upon release.

Unless it's a premiere organized by Han Sanping, there aren't many fancy tricks.

After a brief introduction, the movie started playing.

The film continues Ning Hao's dark style, and he uses it with increasing maturity.

The narrative unfolds along six parallel storylines, which gradually integrate into a complete story as the plot develops.

The plot is fast-paced and full of memorable lines.

"You're spouting rhymes all the time, are you preparing for graduate school?"

This line made the audience burst into laughter.

When the more than 100-minute movie ended, the audience erupted in enthusiastic applause, just like Ning Hao's style.

A reporter asked, "Director Ning, 'If You Are the One' is still doing very well at the box office, 'Red Cliff Part II' is about to be released, and 'Crazy Racer' is sandwiched between the two films. Do you have any expectations for its box office performance?"

Ning Hao smiled and said confidently, "I guarantee at least 100 million, and I can aim for 200 million."

This isn't me boasting; it's Director Tian's prediction.

His answer drew laughter from the audience, who then turned to look at him.

Tian Xiaole smiled helplessly, took the microphone, and asked in return:

"[Racing] Everyone has already seen it. Given the quality of this movie, isn't it worth 2 million at the box office?"
I believe the film deserved higher box office returns.

Many people at the scene were subconsciously thinking that if an advertisement could achieve this result, it would seem reasonable for the more well-produced and humorously densely packed "Racing" to achieve even higher box office returns.

After the premiere, media reports were released immediately and quickly appeared on major websites.

"【Crazy Racer】continues director Ning Hao's dark comedy style. Director Tian Xiaole believes that the film should have achieved better box office results."

"Six humorous narrative threads combine to form a highly satirical film. Director Ning Hao is China's Guy Ritchie."

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Ning Hao called Tian Xiaole, feeling a little embarrassed by the praise he received from online media.

"The media is really writing nonsense. They're obviously trying to flatter me to death. Tell me, how can I be as good as they say?"

"You sound quite happy."

Tian Xiaole exposed Ning Hao's attempt to show off, revealing that he didn't even know how to write the word "sorry."

"Hehe, I'm genuinely happy, after all, Guy Ritchie is my idol. But I'm also genuinely worried. If the box office is mediocre, I'll become a laughing stock."

"We'll know the result when it's released tomorrow. There's no use worrying about this now."

Tian Xiaole said gloatingly.

(End of this chapter)