Huayu: Everyone's been reborn, who's still going to be an actor?

The poor handling of a single character should not be the main reason why the film's box office performance did not meet expectations.

The reason why the box office performance was lower than expected is probably still the same one that Cheng Yuan mentioned before.

Of course, there must be other reasons as well.

That must be a comprehensive result.

"How's the post-production for your movie going?"

Han Sanping shifted the topic away from "The Myth," in which China Film Group was also one of the investors. He was somewhat surprised that the film's box office in mainland China did not break 100 million yuan.

However, since things have come to this point, there's no point in saying more. Let's talk about the cooperation going forward.

"Filming hasn't wrapped up for almost a month yet, so it'll probably take a while longer," Cheng Yuan said. "Chairman Han wants to talk about 'Taken'?"

"right!"

Han Sanping nodded.

"We can discuss the investment share for this film," Cheng Yuan said. "Is there anything we can't discuss?"

"What?"

Han Sanping glanced at Yang Shoucheng and Chenglong.

"Like I said, it's my movie, I'm in charge," Cheng Yuan said. "Otherwise, I'd rather not make it."

"I'm fine here."

Han Sanping smiled and nodded, then looked at Yang Shoucheng and Chenglong.

"I'm fine with it too."

Yang Shoucheng nodded.

The domestic film and television industry is inherently director-centric.

Of course, even if Cheng Long isn't the director, his films are still centered around him.

Cheng Yuan's words were clearly directed at Cheng Long.

"Why are you all looking at me? I'm fine with this," Chenglong laughed. "We've already discussed this before. Director Jiang Wen's appearance in your film can change his acting style, so what's wrong with me changing my action style by appearing in your film? I also want to use this film to transform my image."

Chenglong was well aware that as he got older, he was finding it increasingly difficult to perform the same movements he used to.

As for Cheng Yuan's action style in this film, that was naturally no problem for him.

If they seize the opportunity to transform, they might be able to find another path.

"Has a budget been prepared?"

Han Sanping spoke up.

"Not yet." Cheng Yuan shook his head, then looked at Cheng Long and asked, "How much are you asking for, brother?"

Cheng Long's salary will definitely affect the production cost of this movie.

"I'll pass on the payment; let's convert it into an investment share," Cheng Long said. "As for the amount, we can discuss that later."

Cheng Yuan and the others all nodded.

There's clearly no need to discuss this at the dinner party. And they don't need to discuss it themselves.

"Big brother, is your new movie about to start filming?" Cheng Yuan asked. "When are you available next year?"

"We estimate filming will start at the end of next month, and we've reserved our schedule for next year," Cheng Long said. "We'll talk about it after 'Taken' is finished filming."

Cheng Yuan nodded.

Cheng Long will not only be the lead actor, but will also be involved in action choreography and other aspects.

Could the action team be found from someone else?

He'll probably have to get involved once the film starts pre-production.

"Where are you going for the Golden Horse and Golden Rooster Awards this year?"

Han Sanping looked at Cheng Yuan and asked.

This year, the Golden Horse Awards and the Golden Rooster Awards are only one day apart.

Cheng Yuan's films "Buried Alive" and "The Hunt" were both nominated for the Golden Rooster Awards, while "The Hunt" was also nominated for the Golden Horse Awards, receiving numerous nominations.

"Buried Alive" was nominated for the Golden Rooster Awards for Best Actor, Best Director, and Best Directorial Debut.

"The Hunt" received significantly more nominations at the Golden Rooster Awards.

It won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Screenplay.

The Golden Horse Awards received even more nominations, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best New Performer, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Editing.

"I'm going to Jinma with Brother Wu, and Teacher Wang and Brother Wen are going to Jinji," Cheng Yuan said. "There are still some opportunities in Jinma, but as for Jinji... I'm too young."

Jiang Wu was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Golden Horse Awards, so naturally he had to go.

Cheng Yuan is nominated for Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Editing, and Best Film. If he wins, he will have to go on stage to accept the award.

As for the Golden Rooster?

Cheng Yuan knew the Golden Rooster Award's reputation well; his chances of winning were lower than those of the Golden Horse Award.

"You!"

Upon hearing this, Han Sanping was speechless.

Cheng Yuan is indeed too young, and his chances of winning an award at the Golden Rooster Awards are relatively low.

However, this is something we can discuss privately.

"Am I going to be competing with the Venice Film Festival Best Actor and the Cannes Film Festival Best Actor for Best Actor at this year's Golden Rooster Awards?"

Chenglong, however, spoke with a smile.

Cheng Yuan was stunned for a moment before he realized that Cheng Long had been nominated for this year's Golden Rooster Awards for his role in "New Police Story," and apparently had even won the Best Actor award.

"You have a good chance," Cheng Yuan said with a smile. "Your performance in 'New Police Story' was also excellent."

Cheng Long is clearly a skilled actor. In fact, many action actors are quite good at acting, but their skills are overshadowed by their action sequences.

This year's Golden Rooster Awards definitely favored works from Hong Kong and Taiwan.

"If I take it, it'll probably be too hot to handle."

Cheng Long shook his head, clearly believing that the Best Actor award at this year's Golden Rooster Awards would definitely be decided between Jiang Wen and Wang Jinsong.

Han Sanping and Yang Shoucheng both clearly thought Cheng Yuan was just being polite.

Compared to Jiang Wen and Wang Jinsong, Cheng Long's chances of winning the award are extremely low.

This year's Golden Rooster Awards will be held on November 12th, while the Golden Horse Awards will be held on November 13th.

On November 12th, Cheng Yuan and Jiang Wu went to Kinmen.

"Who will win the Golden Rooster Award for Best Actor this year, your teacher or my brother?"

Jiang Wu smiled and looked at Cheng Yuan, asking a question.

He never expected to receive a Golden Horse nomination for "The Hunt".

The focus of the movie was entirely on Wang Jinsong's character.

"Is it possible that none of them will win?" Cheng Yuan said with a smile. "This year, the Golden Rooster Awards have included works from Hong Kong and Taiwan in their judging criteria."

Since you've included them in the selection process, how can you let them go home empty-handed?

The best approach would be to select the most influential award and give it to them, making Cheng Long the perfect candidate.

However, compared to his previous life, there are now two more international Best Actor winners competing for the award, so it's hard to say whether Cheng Long can still win.

"Why does it have to be Best Actor, and not some other award?" Jiang Wu said. "You mean Best Actor might go to Cheng Long?"

"What's impossible?" Cheng Yuan said with a sneer. "Best Picture might even go to 'Kekexili'."

In its previous life, "Kekexili" won Best Picture, albeit as a tie.

"No way?"

Jiang Wu was taken aback; he had heard quite a few rumors.

It's said that the Golden Horse Awards almost gave Best Feature Film to "Kekexili" last year, but it was rejected because the film was suspected of plagiarism and the award was feared to cause controversy.

Lu Chuan later even cried in front of the media to recount her story.

"Just a guess," Cheng Yuan said. "However, I probably don't have much of a chance at Best Director."

"So insecure?" Jiang Wu said. "Then do you think I have a chance?"

"have no idea."

Cheng Yuan shook his head. If he remembered correctly, the Best Supporting Actor award at this year's Golden Horse Awards went to the character Huang Gou from "Initial D".

He's not universally hated right now; you could even say he's incredibly popular.