Rebirth of Hong Kong - 1978

Chapter 1063 Gathering in Xiangjiang
"Uncle Jiu is really decisive enough, if he says he won't shoot, he won't shoot."

"Mr. Zombie" did not win a super high box office as expected, which is definitely a great news for Baocheng Cinemas.

According to the latest news they received, "Best Partner" has not been launched until now, and Mai Jia is currently filming an urban comedy.

They chose not to shoot "Mr. Zombie" and "Best Partner", which they were afraid of. Cen Jianxun and the others were so happy that they wanted to hang up firecrackers all day to celebrate.

However, compared to Cen Jianxun's joy, the expressions on the faces of two people in the conference room did not seem to be the slightest bit happy.

Sammo Hung didn't think that Lin Daoqiu would be so stupid, let go of two such lucrative movies for nothing, he must have some backhand.

What Tsui Hark is worried about is that Lin Daoqiu is going to start amplifying his moves. Is that movie really going to be released?

Too many questions lingered in the hearts of the two of them, but if Lin Daoqiu did not act for a day, they would not be able to get the real answer.

In early September, Magic Studio welcomed a group of very special guests.

Lang Meyer, the president of Universal Pictures, Isao Matsuoka, the president of Toho, Wu Chou from Changhong Company, and the most powerful filmmakers from Hanguo and Southeast Asia.

Lin Daoqiu personally invited these people from all over the world to Xiangjiang. If it were someone else, it would definitely not have such a big face, and here in Xiangjiang, only Lin Daoqiu and Run Run Shaw can do it.

Lin Daoqiu's reason for inviting them to Xiangjiang is very simple, that is, he made a good film, so he wants to invite them to come and have a look.

Regarding this drama, Matsuoka Isao is obviously the person who knows the most. Matsuoka Isao was also there when Yuan Gugao asked Lin Daoqiu to cooperate, so he got a little bit of news from Yuan Gugao.

Langmeyer has long heard that Lin Daoqiu spent more than 1 million U.S. dollars to film a movie, but because he is far away in Hollywood, he doesn't know much about this movie. I just know some news.

Unexpectedly, a few years later, the filming of this film was really over, and both Langmeyer and Isao Matsuoka couldn't wait to see the legendary and expensive film.

On the Magic Studio side, Dykstra has already made all the preparations.

It took nearly two years to produce a play, which was definitely an unprecedented challenge for Dykstra.

Money is burned every day, and the money burned is real money. If it were replaced by other bosses, I am afraid that this drama would have died a long time ago, or it would have been forced to be shown.

But Lin Daoqiu was different. He never lowered his requirements for "Godzilla" from the beginning to the end, which allowed Dykstra to use all his imagination to this play.

Before that, Lin Daoqiu had already spent money to set up a projection hall in Magic Studio, using the most advanced projection equipment from abroad, and the decoration inside was also very luxurious, even the chairs were leather seats customized from Italy .

After all, what we want to serve here is not only the movie "Godzilla", there will be more blockbuster movies with excellent special effects in the future, and the first round of demonstrations will be held here.

"Mr. Lin, "Godzilla" has invested so much money, can it really return its capital?"

On the way to the screening hall ahead, Isao Matsuoka looked at Lin Daoqiu curiously.

More than 1 million U.S. dollars was invested in a play, which was something he didn't even dare to think about.

But for Lin Daoqiu, more than 1 million US dollars can make the movie "Godzilla", which is already very cost-effective at this time.

"If it's just getting back the money, why should I waste so much energy, like "Tomb Raider" which I plan to release in Hollywood this year, the cost of that movie is not as exaggerated as "Godzilla"."

If Lin Daoqiu was really worried that "Godzilla" would lose money, how could he spend so much money and spend so much time filming a movie.

He could make a movie a year like "Tomb Raider" or "The Mummy" and make money.

"I really can't understand your thinking. If it were me, let alone 5000 million US dollars, I would not be able to get it out even if it was [-] million US dollars."

Toho, managed by Isao Matsuoka, is already considered the most powerful film company in Neon.

But even for this kind of film company that is at the giant level in Neon, Isao Matsuoka is unlikely to spend 5000 million US dollars to make a movie, which is too extravagant for them.

Maybe it's because "Godzilla" has been shown in Neon before. For this movie, Isao Matsuoka thinks that Lin Daoqiu should not be able to make any new tricks, but in this case, he will never say it in front of Lin Daoqiu. of.

"You won't have such an idea after watching "Godzilla" by then."

Lin Daoqiu smiled, looking very confident.

While he was chatting with Isao Matsuoka, Li Maowen and Fang Jinsheng had already brought other guests into the projection room of the magic studio.

Lang Meyer was late, and as soon as he appeared, he walked directly to Lin Daoqiu and sat down.

The president of Universal Film and Television was the most respected person on the scene. He sat next to Lin Daoqiu, and no one would dare to say a word.

"Fortunately, you remembered to invite me this time, otherwise I will hate you to death if you miss the premiere of this movie."

Compared with Isao Matsuoka's worries, Langmeyer seems to have a lot more trust in Lin Daoqiu.

For an investment of more than 1 million US dollars to make a movie, such a thing is definitely a fantasy in other places. Even in Hollywood, it is a big news that can cause a huge sensation.

As the president of Universal Pictures, Langmeyer has a good relationship with Lin Daoqiu, so he can see this "Godzilla" one step ahead of others.

"I'm going to put the show on Christmas."

Lin Daoqiu turned around and chatted with Langmeyer about the release time of "Godzilla".

In fact, this year's schedule, Langmeyer has reserved Lin Daoqiu's "Godzilla" in advance.

It's just that Langmeyer can't make a conclusion until he has watched this movie.

If the filming is really good, he must arrange more screens for "Godzilla" after he returns to the company.

Even Langmeyer has already begun to fantasize that when "Godzilla" is released, it might be able to set off a wave like "Star Wars" back then.

"No problem, the schedule has been reserved for you. Now I just want to see if this "Godzilla" is as powerful as you said."

Langmeyer is very aware of Lin Daoqiu's strength, but as for how well this "Godzilla" was shot, he will only know after watching it.

(End of this chapter)