China Entertainment: Indulge in Vanity Fair

Chapter 259

In addition to the official approval of He Fang's proposal in the film and television industry in December, it has become a new turning point in the development of China's film and television. In this December, five highly anticipated films will be released in China.

Lu Dazuo's "The King's Feast" and Feng Xiaogang's "[-]" were screened first. These two are thick and heavy stories. They were released on the same day. I really admire them both.

Lu Dazuo's "The King's Feast" can't be described in words. Anyway, people who have seen it can't tell the taste. It feels like watching a stage play, and then...then there is no more.

You say this stage play is not good, it seems that it is quite sophisticated in many aspects, you say it is good, you are not interested, you don’t see anything exciting, and you don’t think it surprised you.

Anyway, there are many people who ridicule and abuse this movie on the Internet. Since Lu Dazuo used "Nanjing Nanjing" to speak for the little devils, he has completely lost the hearts of movie fans. No matter what art he wants to play, he can't get rid of "Lu Dazuo 'hat of.

In fact, this movie really does not arouse the interest of current movie fans. Now the price of going to the movie is not low. If you tell movie fans a story from more than 2000 years ago, it is still mixed with your own understanding. How do you let movie fans accept it?

The same principle applies to "[-]". Young people nowadays don't want to see suffering and hear suffering anymore. They think they are already suffering enough, and you still have to feed them suffering. Who the hell wants to see you like this? thing?

Every period has its own spiritual needs. In 2012, the whole society is going through a period of cultural confusion from a moderately prosperous society.

The whole society lives under low self-esteem and doubts, doubts about the system, culture and self. Some people emigrate in a hurry after earning some money.

You filmed "[-]" to feed misery, can this f*cking movie fan buy it?Use the narration after the movie to describe the mood of the fans: "Such a terrible story, you still film it, what are you thinking?"

So I hoped that the Lunar New Year stalls would allow fans to watch some happy movies and have a romantic December with popcorn. As a result, the Lunar New Year stalls gave the audience two blocks, first "The King's Feast" and "Nineteenth Four Two".

Of course, there are also exciting parts outside of the movie. For example, "The King's Feast" was scored very low on Douban, only 5 points, and the box office in the first week was only a little over 2000 million, accounting for 25% of the total box office in the first week. Calculated at around -30%, the total box office is only 7000 to [-] million.

This made Lu Dazuo very angry, and repeatedly accused the "competitor" of asking the navy to maliciously give his movie a low score, but of course Huayi refused to admit it.

However, "8" was scored more than [-] points, and generally received rave reviews.

But no matter how many good reviews there are, the box office is not strong enough. The audience votes with their feet. If fans are not interested in this subject matter, no matter how good your marketing is, it will be in vain.

The more you market "how many audiences will cry", the less audiences will go to the cinema, who is rushing to see the suffering and cry themselves to go to the movies?
Therefore, the box office of "25" only got 30 million in the first week. According to the calculation that the box office in the first week accounted for 3-4% of the total box office, the total box office was between [-]-[-] million.

But this box office is far from what Huayi expected, because Huayi wants [-], [-], or even a billion.

If "1" fails again, then this year Huayi will not make money for two consecutive blockbusters. The National Day file "Tai Chi [-] From Zero" and "[-]" failed to meet expectations.

But Chen Guofu and Feng Xiaogang are Huayi's two trump cards. Both of their films are no longer profitable. Does Huayi panic?

……

When "Lost in Thailand" was supposed to be released on December 12th, through He Fang's changes, this December 12th "Journey to the West Conquering the Demons" was released, and He Fang's Weibo also reposted the promotion.

In particular, he forwarded the trailer of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" He Fang, the leading character version. Zhou Xingchi really did not let go of the marketing of He Fang, which also aroused the enthusiasm of some movie fans.

"When was the last time He Fang appeared in a movie?" someone asked online.

""The Scorching Sun" won the Venice Best Actor Award after the performance, and I haven't seen him participate in it since then. I didn't expect him to star in Xingye's "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons". What kind of combination is this? So cool."

"The combination of He Fang and Master Xing, tsk tsk...it's interesting."

"I have to support it. It's just that He Fang's shape is so greasy. It feels like a layer of lard has been applied to his face. He's so handsome."

"He's playing Zhu Bajie, it's really oily..."

……

One night, He Fang took the time to check Weibo, and smiled helplessly. Alas, it was consumed once, and it was free... This is a huge personal loss for the development of Huying Film and Television City.

Sure enough, the box office of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" reached 8300 million on the first day of its release, and then for three consecutive days, 9050 million and 9123 million, the movie exploded.

Mr. and Mrs. Wang finally understood. Mr. Wang was sitting on the sofa chair in the office, smoking a cigarette and meditating.

"We still want blockbuster movies, sci-fi or fantasy blockbusters."

"But none of us can shoot..." President Xiao Wang said with frustration.

"Who said there is no?" The king said.

"Huh?" President Xiao Wang was stunned for a moment, and he didn't think of anyone for a moment.

"Wu Ershan, isn't his "Painted Skin 2" really good? He Fang and the others made "Journey to the West", so let Wu Ershan make "Feng Shen", which is a mythical and magical film." Mr. Wang There were flames in his eyes, he was not reconciled.

"That's right, how could I have forgotten him. And Wu Ershan is also young, and he makes good commercial films..." Wang Zhonglei exclaimed.

"So, you know what to do? Sign an agreement with him, which is slightly lower than Director Feng's cooperation agreement. Ask him if he has any ideas about "Fengshen", and let's make this movie work." Mr. Wang Youyou Said.

"Also, pay close attention to the filming of "Ready Player One","

"Understood, brother, the market has changed, and now audiences like to watch blockbuster movies, so those who can make blockbuster movies are the talents we should gather the most."

"How are the people who sent out now? He Fang's newcomers have released two big-selling movies, and the box office has surpassed Director Feng's movies. We have to work hard." Mr. Wang said.

"Uh..." Mr. Wang scratched his head, "They... well, not so fast."

"What's going on? Such a good opportunity to study, let me tell you about it..."

……

After "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" exploded, Jackie Chan's "Zodiac" was released on the 20th. Now there is no more "The King's Feast" and "[-]". The movie is miserable.

It's a pity that the momentum of "Zodiac" can only be said to be average. You don't need to watch Jackie Chan's movies to know what kind of model it is, that's all.

After the release of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons", it seems that Hong Kong films have counterattacked. Along with "Zodiac", "Blood Droplets" and "Great Shanghai" starring Sammo Hung and Chow Yun-fat were released.

And on December 12, the movie "Chasing the Dragon" by Tuanhuo Culture Investment Wang Jing was released.

This series of waves directly pushed Hong Kong movies to a climax, and the quality is not bad, especially "Chasing the Dragon". The prompt is not.

Especially what did He Fang blow up "Chasing the Dragon"?He Fang said that this is a new type of film developed by Wang Jing-nationalist gangster film.

So it attracted a lot of movie fans to watch. The key is that the audience went to the theater to watch it. It was really good quality and absolutely good.

Douban even got a high score of 8.5, which is higher than "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" and "Zodiac".

"Chasing the Dragon" broke through 9000 million at the box office for three consecutive days on New Year's Day, and it was in the limelight for a while, which made Hong Kong filmmakers and mainland filmmakers feel swaying, "Is it true that a film made according to which method is of high quality?" Big box office hit? '

Wang Jing's movies have not been so bright for a long time, except in the 90s, Wang Jing's movies after 2000 are synonymous with bad movies.

Who knows who would be the one who would be Wang Zha as soon as he cooperated with him? Who could bear that.

Including what Wang Jing said in the interview: "Tuanhuo Culture is a very professional company, but He Fang insisted that I finish changing the script in Changsha and complete the director's script to make them all satisfied. I can't modify more than 5% of the content of the agreement, which is why the producer and I went south to Hong Kong to shoot the film."

"Hua Tsai and Zi Dan were a bit uncomfortable on the set, because they both had the habit of changing the script on set. Unfortunately, this movie cannot be changed. I know they are not used to it, and neither am I."

"So, we had to discuss how to make it more extreme and better under the circumstance that the script could not be changed. With the support of Tuanhuo Culture's generous production cycle and funds, I experienced the joy of being a pure director."

"Really, there are less messy things, and it feels great to just focus on making movies. And I did it for three or four months in post, which gave me enough time to polish every detail."

"So, I personally think this is my best movie in the past ten years. I am very grateful to Tuanhuo Culture for its help, and I also thank Director He Fang for his request."

Not only Wang Jing gave such a good evaluation in the interview, but Andy Lau also gave a high evaluation.

"After entering the millennium, I made a good movie, that is, "Infernal Affairs." "Chasing the Dragon" is the second I personally think I made the best movie, and this is the best movie I think I played. Two films, and I feel a different production mode, I am looking forward to the opportunity to cooperate with director He Fang once."

Including Donnie Yen said the same, "I never thought that I could make the audience feel how good I am as a star, but "Chasing the Dragon" made me suddenly feel that I also have a chance to win the best actor trophy. Everyone may have heard of us Hong Kong movies like to change the script on the set, which really made me experience the constraints of having thousands of ideas but not being able to realize them. I thought it would be bad, but unexpectedly the effect is very good.”

It is precisely because of the voices of the three main creators of "Chasing the Dragon" that it immediately sparked discussions in the industry.

"Where is the producer center proving its success with each film, why are there still people hesitating and doubting? Isn't it right to bring good films to audiences and good returns to investors?"

"The struggle for power is at the expense of film quality and box office. I think some people who still emphasize the director's creative rights should stop."

"Facts have proved that the director-centered "The King's Feast" and "[-]" did not meet expectations."

……

Discussions on the Internet are very heated, and the higher-ups increasingly believe that Fang's approach and suggestions are correct.

After the time entered January, the filming of "Edge of Tomorrow" has also entered the final stage, and the Spring Festival file will follow.

In 2013, the Spring Festival file was covered by Tuanhuo Culture. "The Origin of the White Snake" and "People on the Journey 2 Thailand" were released at the same time. It is a comedy and a magical blockbuster for Chinese people to choose from.

At the same time, the trailers of "The Origin of the White Snake" and "Lost in Thailand" are also overwhelming. The key is that the funniest thing is that these two movies are fighting against themselves, which amused the fans.

He Fang said on Weibo: "This Spring Festival file must be the No. [-] box office of "The Origin of the White Snake", because the Spring Festival file only has this movie."

But Tuanhuo Culture's official Weibo tweeted He Fang: "Director He, don't be arrogant, "Lost in Thailand" is a very powerful movie, don't underestimate it, and be careful to turn the boat over."

Fan Bingbing's Weibo: ""Lost in Thailand"? That movie that I want to be a guest star in? Although I am very optimistic about you, but it is not so easy for me to make a cameo role to overthrow my starring movie."

Tuanhuo official Weibo: "Who knows? Let's have a big battle during the Spring Festival, and the box office will see the outcome!"

And the netizens below couldn't stand it anymore, and complained one after another.

"No, is it interesting for you to play with your left and right hands? I'll watch both of them, okay?"

"Ah, I've seen shameless people, but I've never seen such shameless people. I'm hyping myself up. I'm really convinced."

"Everyone in China knows that during the Spring Festival, "The Origin of the White Snake" and "囧囧", a magical romance, a modern comedy, you are still here to challenge yourself..."

"The Spring Festival is such a good time, why is it monopolized by Tuanhuo Culture? Is this good?"

"Upstairs, why don't you go up and get a share of the movie you watch?"

"Forget it, should we let movies like "Tai Chi 1 Begins From Zero", "The King's Feast", and "[-]"?"

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(End of this chapter)