The only sun in Huayu

Chapter 98 Risking a Dog's Life
"F*** it! The situation is extremely bad!"

Chalperic was utterly frustrated!
He hadn't even had a chance to use the sweet words he had prepared on Shen Shandengdeng, and the Olympics hadn't even started yet, and you're already talking about a cultural extravaganza?

Wouldn't that make him a complete clown?
Assistant Smith chimed in, "Yes, Commissioner, right now the media is either buzzing with the tsunami of Paperclip's statement or with interpretations of the film 'The Eunuch'."

"And it's not just here. Internationally, after 'The Creed' was taken off the screens, our media spoke up for Paperclip, and now they're in a very awkward position."

Frustrated, Chalperik cursed, "F*** you!"

Smith said, "Commissioner, it's not just Paperclip and our media that are suffering the most; the people who pushed for the release of 'The Creation' and paved the way for it are the ones who are most affected."

"The success of 'The Eunuch' has, with a sharp sword, ended all our plans for 'The Creation of Evil' and brought this phenomenon to a dignified end."

"The film industry itself has voiced its opposition, but the relevant parties have basically remained inactive, holding back their actions. Many of our informants are very uneasy."

Chalperrick yelled, "F*** you! Shouldn't the film industry be all ours?"

This is the harm caused by failing to execute Shen Shandeng.

If the execution is successful, it will create a tremendous deterrent.

No one dared to step forward; even those who opposed them had to remain silent. Only their own people could be smug and self-satisfied.

Even in a country without the original sin of war, and in a country that is the victim, there is a rampant anti-war propaganda and self-blame.

Moreover, it was said in a tone of pursuing beautiful things, and with a sense of glory.

The result of not being able to eliminate it is that Shen Shandeng is now in a state of panic.

"The Eunuch" not only thwarted their schemes, but also revitalized the historical epic, the most important film genre since the reform of the Chinese film market.

They pushed the battle lines to a point where even his mother couldn't catch up.

Smith continued, "Jiang Zhiqiang is running around trying to resolve the issue; it's really serious. Paperclip's statement was devastating, and now there's a growing sentiment to reconsider why Paperclip issued the statement in the first place."

There are just too many boomerangs.

All the comments made by those involved in and supporters of "The Creation" before and after its premiere formed a brilliant irony.

“What’s worse is that the influence of the movie ‘The Eunuch’ continues to expand.”

"The audience sympathized with the plight of the soldiers and the children in vinegar cloth, which shows that local historical narratives are more appealing to them than our values."

"The film depicts the image of a grandmaster being blasted apart by cannon fire, which is unprecedented. It presents ancient Chinese technology in a way that evokes empathy and is vivid."

"The role of the missionary shows that all of this is not accidental; the director wants to construct a new value system outside of our own."

"This is the collapse of our value system, and it will truly shake the foundation of our standards."

There are too many things that are subtle and ambiguous in the movie "The Eunuch".

As the film enters its third week, these details are being discussed step by step.

They understand the profound meaning of "The Eunuch" better than many filmmakers and media professionals here.

The narrative manipulation failed. The carefully crafted "artistic pathos" card in "The Creation" was completely ineffective in the face of Shen Shandeng's "praise of learning" and "team interests" at the premiere.

After its release, Shen Shandeng intentionally belittled and directly insulted "The Creation of Evil".

They used brutal but effective means to achieve a comprehensive crushing of public opinion, causing them to lose the right to define and guide the topic.

Hollywood's skillful manipulation of perception is exposed under the scrutiny of local values, even becoming an object of ridicule.

The failure of "The Creation" not only foreshadows the bleak future of this type of "co-production" model, which relies on deconstructing the history of other countries and exporting specific values, in the Chinese market.

Moreover, from beginning to end, Shen Shandeng achieved his results through market means and market competition.

The success of Shen Shandeng and "The Eunuch" and the failure of "The Sin" demonstrate that respecting history and the audience will lead to victory, otherwise, one will inevitably pay the price.

"How could this be a coincidence! It's a dog whistle!"

Chalperrick knew perfectly well that the whole movie was intentional.

If it wasn't carefully planned, it's more serious than intentional, indicating that it has become part of the other person's way of thinking.

Smith said, "Yes, it's that dog whistle! He's launching a rampant attack on us! And he's very savvy, intentionally planting elements that belittle 'The Creation' in his publicity." "As the film's box office continues to break records, 'The Creation' will be crushed and unable to recover. Coupled with Paperclip's statement, if we want to erase history or change our understanding in the future, we'll have to wait at least five to ten years."

The box office success of "The Eunuch" further fueled director Shen Shandeng's narrative.

The film grossed a staggering 80 million in its opening week, followed by an unprecedented 150 million in its second week, sending shockwaves through the entire Chinese film market and even the cultural sector.

This result has already destroyed the commercial value of "The Creation".

The reason why "The Evil" gave up its prime time slot and market share to make "The Eunuch" possible cannot be explained by the fact that no other film in the Lunar New Year season has this kind of performance.

"Du Gong" has become a grand celebration of local cultural confidence.

This is not just a simple commercial success, but a cultural event that sweeps the country, a reaction of long-suppressed local forces against a distorted narrative.

Shen Shandeng is not just an ordinary director, but also an important director supported by China Film Group, and he has his own set of theories.

The more successful "The Eunuch" becomes, the more brilliant Shen Shandeng's philosophy of focusing on local development, prioritizing the film industry, and then pursuing artistic excellence shines.

Faced with absolute cultural identity and industrial product strength, their packaged narrative of "ugliness" appears so clumsy and ugly.

"fxxk!"

What could Chalperic say?
All I can do is grumble and curse.

This kind of director is the most terrifying!
Shen Shandeng is not only a director, but also a producer and the president of a film and television company.

If it's just one director who only releases one film every few years, it's actually easier to dissect his influence. The biggest fear is that Shen Shandeng will form a capital circulation system.

Impossible, absolutely impossible!
Think of this.

Chalperic felt as if the sky had fallen.

"The situation and public morale are both in trouble!"

Chalperrick had to do something; "The Overseer" isn't a comedy, it's an industrial film.

With "The Eunuch" about to break 300 million, how far is it from becoming the highest-grossing film in history?
This is a movie that can change the landscape of the film industry!
“Listen, Smith, this is a mistake on your part. You didn’t execute the ‘ambiguous stance’ plan well. I had a complete plan, but you didn’t find your place in this complex spectrum of things.”

Smith's fist hardened again, but he still explained in a low voice, "During the movie's promotional period, Shen Shandeng was too busy. We couldn't get in touch with him and didn't have time to infiltrate."

"Commissioner, we planned to sabotage him with our next film, but the situation has changed too quickly."

"Don't make excuses!" Chalperic waved his hand and said, "Can't you look for the reasons within yourself?"

"Isn't there controversy about its explicit content? Let our people speak up. 'The Sin' has been taken off the screens, so why is 'The Eunuch' allowed to have explicit content?! Let our people speak out!"

Smith quickly said, "Commissioner, there was a controversy before, but because the film focused more on the impact of the special effects rather than the brutality, and it wasn't an animated film, and it also had the backing of China Film Group, it was left unresolved."

Chalperrick said coldly, "Then let's intensify the effort! Where are our informants? Get them involved!"

Smith's eyes flashed, but he looked troubled: "Paperclip has shrunk. Not only were those who supported 'The Creation of Evil' tricked, but those who opposed 'The Eunuch' were also tricked. If we jump too obviously, we'll be exposed."

"So what if we're exposed!"

Chalperic sneered: "Isn't there an old Chinese saying, 'Raise a dog for a thousand days, use it for one'? If it's useful in any way, use it!"

“Yes.” Smith didn’t correct that it was a “soldier” instead of a “dog,” but lowered his head in agreement, a strange smile curving his lips.

Charles was getting anxious! He kept emphasizing that the results of "The Supervisor" were effective!
Chalperic had no idea of ​​the dog's miserable state; Shen Shandeng's pace was too fast, and the beating was too brutal.

He only cried out after being hit six times, not because he was tough, but because it took time for him to react.

The more urgently you urge them, the more excited they become, and the harder it is for them to hide.

But he's not a commissioner, so what's it to him?

Does he love his country, or does his country love him?

If this side suffers heavy losses, and there is another general election next year, the ruling party will likely change hands.

Is this commissioner position only suitable for Chalperic?
(End of this chapter)