This director lacks vision.

Chapter 403 Zhang Yimou's Persistence
Outside Wanda CBD Cinema, on the left is an 8-meter-tall fish-dragon transformation mecha, and on the right is a giant Yingyu that, although only 3 meters tall, is 11 meters long.

These are two large models from the filming of Pacific Rim, which are much more advanced than the models used in the TV series.

Both the design and the recreation of various details are very appealing.

Both models are equipped with color-changing paint and built-in electronic control systems, which can emit sound and light, make simple changes and move, and display different colors under different lighting conditions.

These two models were originally intended for display at Pacific Rim theme park.

Today's premiere has been moved here.

Since the morning, passersby have been coming over to take photos, and crowds have been gathering in this area.

Whether it's the appeal of the mecha and monster models themselves, or the influence of the Pacific Rim IP, it will all pique everyone's interest.

Moreover, many people will post photos on Weibo or WeChat Moments to show off and share their group photos after taking them together.

This made more people aware that there was a large Pacific Rim model at the entrance of Wanda Cinema, and many people came specifically to take photos.

As a result, more and more people gathered to watch.

In addition, there are fans who want to come here to see their idols today, as well as audience members who bought tickets to the premiere.

That would be even more crowded.

The roads near Wanda Cinema were completely blocked starting at 10:30 a.m.

Security personnel were also dispatched in advance to maintain order.

Jiang Yifeng arrived right on time, so of course his car couldn't get through.

You'll have to get off the bus early and walk to your destination.

He entered the movie theater through the back door and arrived at the entrance of the IMAX theater, where he saw that the entire Pacific Rim movie crew had arrived.

The female lead is Jing Tian, ​​the second female lead is Song Zuer, and the cast also includes Wang Jiaer and Jiang Mingyang, as well as Japanese actors Masato Sakai and Haruka Ayase, and Hollywood actors Michael Shannon and Djimon Hounsou, among others.

Jing Tian wore a black dress today, which made her skin look even whiter and more delicate. Her temperament is always so sweet and clean, making people feel very comfortable looking at her.

Standing next to Jing Tian, ​​16-year-old Song Zuer looked like she hadn't fully grown up, her starlight dimmed considerably.

Upon seeing Jiang Yifeng, everyone came over to greet him.

Wang Jiaer couldn't help but yawn suddenly.

Jiang Yifeng said with a smile, "You must be working quite hard lately. You need to take a break. If you're really tired, I'll give you a few days off."

Since her breakout role in "My Love from the Star," Wang Jiaer has entered a high-intensity work mode, acting, singing, recording variety shows, and participating in various commercial performances, keeping her constantly on the go.

Besides Jiang Yifeng, he is now the most popular male artist in Fengxing Media, and he is very famous in the Pan-Asian region. He is also Fengxing Media's cash cow.

One person can generate the revenue of several female celebrities.

Wang Jiaer is quite self-disciplined, making him a very worry-free artist for the company.

He had previously considered getting a tattoo, but after his company stopped him from doing so, he never mentioned it again.

Hearing Jiang Yifeng's words, he quickly shook his head and said, "It's okay, President Jiang. I just worked out too hard last night and didn't get enough rest. I was just a little sleepy after lunch."

Jiang Yifeng said meaningfully, "If you have any needs, just tell Jin Yuna. Her arrangements are safer."

Jin Yuna was originally the manager of Crown Girls Group, but now the group is managed by her assistant, and she specializes in managing male celebrities for Fengxing Media.

He currently has three key generals under his command: Wang Jiaer, Jiang Mingyang, and Zhu Yilong.

Top male celebrities like Wang Jiaer face immense work pressure and have no time for dating. Their companies also forbid them from dating, but they will help them with their physical needs.

This is also a method used by many companies to control their artists.

Seeing Jiang Yifeng's amused expression, Wang Jiaer actually lifted his shirt, revealing his abs, and hurriedly explained, "I really did work out last night, Mr. Jiang, look."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yifeng immediately took a step back.

Fengxing Media has very strict management of its artists. Agents have to submit a management report every month, which is sent to the senior management's email address.

According to Jin Yuna, Wang Jiaer is very self-disciplined. The 20-year-old is in great physical condition but does not get close to women and insists on exercising.

This is a big problem.

Recalling the rumors surrounding Wang Jiaer and He Jiong in their past lives, Jiang Yifeng respects the preferences and styles of artists, but if he doesn't understand them, he should keep his distance.

Seeing Jiang Yifeng take a step back, Jing Tian couldn't help but burst out laughing, and Song Zu'er also laughed.

The two women clearly understood Jiang Yifeng's meaning.

Wang Jiaer himself didn't understand and was completely bewildered by the laughter.

Today's premiere wasn't very fancy, and there was no red carpet event.

After chatting for a while, some guests began to enter.

The first to arrive were the family of Academician Cui Tiejun.

During the filming of Pacific Rim, Jiang Yifeng consulted this industry veteran on many issues, so he also invited Cui Tiejun to watch the film premiere.

Following Cui Tiejun, bigwigs and friends such as Zhang Chaoyang, Han Sanping, He Haimin, and Wang Sicong also arrived.

To Jiang Yifeng's surprise, LeEco actually sent people.

Led by the proprietress Gan Wei, Zhang Yimou, Wu Yusen, and others also arrived.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Wu Yusen spoke first: "I came here today specifically to learn from director Jiang Yifeng how to shoot a blockbuster."

Unfortunately, I have very high standards for movie special effects. The special effects for The Crossing were still in production, so it missed the summer season and could only be released during the Lunar New Year holiday.

If my movie were to run into Pacific Rim during the summer season, I would absolutely not change the release date; I would definitely go head-to-head with it.

It's such a pity I didn't get to have a direct confrontation with Director Jiang this time!

Today, LeEco is developing even faster than in its previous life, and its market value is approaching 300 billion.

However, rapid development has also brought many problems, especially management chaos, which has led to serious factional issues within the company.

The most obvious differences are the Hong Kong faction and the mainland faction.

Hong Kong celebrities banded together under the tutelage of figures like John Woo and Wong Jing, while mainland artists were led by Zhang Yimou.

The two sides are fighting fiercely, and now they are almost at each other's throats.

Wu Yusen's words, seemingly a provocation to Jiang Yifeng, were actually a sarcastic remark about Zhang Yimou's shameless act of withdrawing the film from theaters.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yi's expression also turned sour.

But then Jiang Yifeng said, "Director Wu, don't worry. Who said I don't have a movie for the Lunar New Year season this year?"

John Woo's expression changed, and he said, "Aren't you going to film an anti-corruption drama next?"

"Thank you for your concern, Director Wu. I am a very efficient worker. After finishing the anti-corruption drama, I can still make a movie and make it into the Lunar New Year season."

"Isn't this exactly what you wanted? Let's have a showdown." Upon hearing this, Wu Yusen immediately thought of Feng Xiaogang from last year and felt a little flustered.

He just wanted to show off and annoy Zhang Yimou; he didn't really want to confront Jiang Yifeng head-on.

He wasn't the only one who thought this way; others did too.

Gan Wei quickly said, "President Jiang, please don't be angry. Director Wu was just joking. Please don't take it to heart."

Jiang Yifeng said calmly, "My competition with Director Zhang is a matter between us."

Regardless, I still acknowledge Director Zhang's talent in certain areas.

As for Director Wu, he's way below us, so he shouldn't be spouting nonsense here.

Jiang Yifeng's words were very disrespectful. Wu Yusen's face turned ashen as he tried to retort, but Gan Wei stopped him.

He snorted coldly, but didn't leave. Instead, he followed Gan Wei into the theater.

Zhang Yi cupped his hands in thanks and said, "Thank you for your help."

"No need for thanks, I didn't expect you to come to the premiere of Pacific Rim."

Hearing Jiang Yifeng's words, Zhang Yi smiled wryly and said, "I really came here to learn. Chen Daoming praises you every day, I'm sick of hearing it."

"Also, I have another request."

When asked about his request, Zhang paused, looked around, and didn't see the person he wanted to see.

Seeing that Jiang Yifeng didn't respond, he continued, "My movie 'One Second' will be postponed until October, when Liu Yicun's punishment will expire."

I still want to invite her to be the female lead.

"President Jiang, please rest assured, we absolutely had no intention of poaching anyone. We simply felt that Liu Jicun was suitable for the female lead role."

Jiang Yifeng was speechless after hearing Zhang Yimou's words.

He hadn't expected Zhang Yi to be so persistent.

Despite the widespread ridicule online that he was a scheming woman and a scheming man, they still had to cast Liu Xicun as the female lead.

Is Liu Yicun really Zhang Yimou's mother?
But on second thought, Zhang Yimou's move was actually quite clever.

The whole internet is making fun of this now, and everyone is laughing at the story of Zhang Yimou and Liu Yicun.

If Zhang Yimou were to still manage to get Liu Yicun to act for even a second at this point, the movie would certainly be popular.

Various topics related to this will definitely dominate the trending searches.

Moreover, Liu Jicun's image and acting skills are indeed suitable for the female lead in "One Second".

Zhang Yimou was not bound by his pride, and made the right choice.

Jiang Yifeng said, "That depends on Liu Jicun's opinion. I have no objection."

Liu Jicun's appearance and temperament are more suited to art films; even appearing for just one second would be beneficial for her.

Anyway, with Fengxing Media's team around, Liu Jicun won't suffer any losses.

So Jiang Yifeng really had no objections.

People can't stand being talked about. As soon as Liu Jicun was mentioned, she followed Shu Chang into the movie theater.

Song Zuer is the second female lead in the movie, and Liu Jicun comes to support his friend.

This was the first time Zhang Yimou had met Liu Yicun in person.

He felt that Liu Yicun was more charming in person than on camera; he appeared gentle on the outside, but actually had a stubborn streak in his bones.

Zhang Yimou chose the female lead because he liked her stubbornness.

Noticing Zhang Yimou's gaze, Liu Yicun took two steps forward and hid behind Jiang Yifeng, timidly asking, "Boss, why is Director Zhang here too?"

Jiang Yifeng explained the situation regarding the one-second delay.

Liu Jicun immediately replied, "I'll do whatever the boss says. If you want me to act, I'll act; if you don't want me to act, I won't act."

The clever Liu Yicun had already discovered Zhang Yimou's role.

She rejected Zhang Yi last time, so she went on a date with her boss and even played a punishment game with him.

Zhang Yimou's reappearance presents another new opportunity.

Seeing Liu Yicun's eyes filled with longing for Jiang Yifeng, Zhang Yi felt a pang of jealousy.

But given the reality, he still needed Jiang Yifeng's help.

"President Jiang, I need your help."

Rest assured, Liu Ji will receive the best treatment in our production team; he won't suffer any loss.

I swear on my integrity!

Jiang Yifeng patted Liu Jicun's head and said, "She's still under punishment, so it's not convenient for us to discuss cooperation."

"Director Zhang, let's talk about this again after the contract expires in September."

Jiang Yifeng's words were essentially an agreement, and Zhang Yimou understood.

He cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and then walked into the movie theater.

After watching Zhang Yi leave, Liu Yicun said, "Boss, if I go to Zhang Yi's film crew to shoot a movie, I will bring at least two bodyguards!"
You have to protect me, I'm yours...

Seeing the large crowd, Liu Jicun swallowed back what he was about to say.

Jiang Yifeng flicked her forehead hard with his finger and said, "You talked too much. You're not allowed to talk during the movie today."

Jiang Yifeng used a bit of force when he flicked Liu Jicun's forehead, and Liu Jicun was in a lot of pain, with a red mark on his forehead that was a little swollen.

But her eyes were sparkling, and she walked into the movie theater with a big smile on her face, covering her mouth.

Zhang Yi happened to turn around and saw the red mark on Liu Yicun's forehead. He quickly asked with concern, "What happened? Did you bump into something?"

Remembering Jiang Yifeng's punishment of not speaking, Liu Jicun did not reply to Zhang Yimou, but instead sat down with Shu Chang in the fourth row on the left.

This action made Zhang Yi somewhat embarrassed.

People around chuckled; clearly, everyone had seen the jokes about "the resentful woman's scheme" and "Zhang Wangcun."

Seeing this scene, it's hard not to laugh.

At 2:15 p.m., host Li Yunxiao took the stage and connected the half-hour premiere event.

At 2:45 p.m. sharp, "Pacific Rim: Survival of the Fittest" began screening.

(End of this chapter)