Shenhao started as a military training anchor

With Zhang Yimou + top-notch artists + 85 Flowers + powerful actors + hot social themes, there is no way this movie will be bad at the box office.

Just to see if it can go all the way? How high did it go?

Qihang Media, as the producer, distributor and theater side, will definitely get the lion's share.

Easily earn hundreds of millions.

Although the investment and risks of playing movies are high, you have to understand that it is similar to the gambling industry, it is simply a money printing machine.

Holly brought Sun Guolan over today to support him, and he also hopes that the movie will be a hit during the National Day prime time.

Before coming, Zhang Yimou did not tell the actors on stage, so it was considered a surprise for them.

Everyone in the industry knows how high Mr. Huo's status is in the film industry.

The host interviewed Holly: "I want to ask Mr. Huo, how did Director Zhang convince you to invest?"

Holly joked: "Isn't the name Zhang Yimou, the international director, enough?"

There was a burst of laughter.

Zhang Yimou said: "I can't bear it. I can't bear it."

Holly smiled and answered the reporter's question seriously, "Last year at the Filmmakers Association meeting, Director Zhang and I made an agreement.

The two of us privately discussed the development direction of Chinese films, especially the diversity of material selection.

Director Zhang is a person who particularly likes to explore and innovate, and he doesn’t like an unchanging model. Therefore, in recent years, we have seen many types of works directed by him, which are always seeking changes.

But to be honest, he innovates and seeks change, and in the end it is the investors who foot the bill.

After all, this is a commercial film that needs to be put on the big screen, and box office factors must be considered.

Under such circumstances, the pressure on Director Zhang's shoulders increased.

I told him that if others dare not vote, I will vote for him, so feel free to shoot.

That's why the film you see today is of great practical significance and arouses public thinking and discussion.

Overall, after watching this movie today, it exceeded my expectations.

I hope this film will be a big hit and be liked by more people. "

The audience applauded warmly.

The artists and actors on the stage put their hands together to express their gratitude.

Zhang Yimou continued: "I have been in the industry for decades and have met various investors. Investors like Mr. Huo are rare.

Here, I also want to thank him very much for his trust and support, otherwise it would be difficult for this type of film to be put on the big screen. "

Holly smiled and patted Zhang Yimou's arm.

The reporter said: "Heroes cherish heroes, the two of them feel like they met too late.

Mr. Huo came here today and brought benefits to all our movie fans and friends.

Let’s ask Mr. Huo to make the announcement in person. "

Holly said: "There are five Wanda Cinemas in Jiangcheng City. On the day of the National Day release, I will reserve the venue for everyone to watch the movie."

Counting hundreds of thousands to millions at the box office, it doesn't matter to the broader market.

On the one hand, it is to support Zhang Yimou's new film, and on the other hand, it is a kind of marketing to attract some traffic to the five Wanda Plazas he has just taken over.

The fans and media at the scene were naturally very excited.

"In the words of the Internet, Mr. Huo is so proud. Okay, thank you very much Mr. Huo for being here today to support our director Zhang's new film. Mr. Huo has worked hard, please take a rest.", the host said.

Holly waved goodbye and left the scene to have a potluck with them in the evening.

Sun Guolan stayed at the scene and continued to participate in roadshow activities.

……

Regent Hotel at night.

Holly ordered a meal and drinks with Lao Mouzi.

Zhang Yimou and Zhao Liying came together.

Holly hugged Zhao Liying and said with concern, "Get more rest. Recently, all kinds of news about you on the Internet are saying that you work too hard, and your fans feel sorry for you."

"It's okay, my in-laws don't know me yet? First of all, I must make myself comfortable." Zhao Liying replied.

Holly smiled and invited the two of them to sit down.

After eating, I had a drink with Zhang Yimou and asked, "How many more road shows are there?"

"I'm only going to attend one show in Chengdu, and the rest will go to other actors." Zhang Yimou clinked glasses with Holly, "Go back and continue working for Mr. Huo."

Holly said: "Director Zhang is joking again." "Hahaha." Zhang Yimou smiled and drank in one gulp, "There is indeed a very good script recently. The team has been polishing it for two or three years, and it is ready for project approval."

Holly said: "Just contact Mr. Sun directly. I trust your vision."

Zhang Yimou nodded and asked curiously, "The National Day movie schedule won't embarrass Mr. Huo, right?"

Holly knew what he was talking about.

Of course, his own films need more support, but Holly has always followed market response and will schedule films based on pre-sales.

The Hollywood blockbusters introduced this time are somewhat strong, and many theaters have privately signed high-scheduling contracts with distributors, expecting high profits.

There hasn't been any sound from Wanda's side.

Because Sun Guolan reported this matter today, Holly needs to rethink.

"There is no problem with the normal film schedule. I haven't watched that Hollywood film yet. The board of directors of Wanda Film Group is also discussing this issue. It is expected that the result will be announced in the next two days." Holly said bluntly.

Give Zhang Yimou a reassurance.

That Hollywood blockbuster has already grossed a billion dollars at the box office overseas. Now that it has entered the domestic film market, it must be aiming to win the National Day prime time box office championship.

It puts a lot of pressure on movies released at the same time.

Zhang Yimou nodded.

He didn’t ask too many questions or make excessive demands to influence Holly’s decision.

Everyone in the industry knows that he holds the Shang Fang Sword of the Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Film Bureau in his hands to think wildly about the political film market, and he must lead by example.

Even if they have a good relationship in private, Mr. Huo cannot be embarrassed.

"In-laws, I respect you." Zhao Liying picked up the wine glass and said.

Holly raised his glass and smiled: "I haven't seen my godson for a long time, so I took the time to take him to Jiangcheng to play.

Or send him to his godfather to play with him for a while during the holidays. "

"Okay, in-laws." Zhao Liying smiled.

I had a simple dinner with two friends from the film and television industry.

After bidding farewell to the two of them, Holly returned to the manor.

It was still early, so I went to the theater to get the key to the Hollywood movie and watch it in person.

My feelings after watching it are consistent with what Sun Guolan said this morning.

There are too many private items in it.

There are even some insinuations.

The output values ​​need to be verified.

He is someone who has been playing on the Internet all year round and is very aware of the public opinion risks brought about by this film.

The next morning, Holly watched a video conference with the directors of Wanda Film Group in the conference room of Qihang Media.

There was a discussion on the scheduling of this film.

Lao Wang wore reading glasses and participated in the whole process.

Wang Jianlin said bluntly: "We don't want to distribute such controversial films. Even if they can be successfully released and earn high box office, it will affect the reputation of the theater chain.

I have always believed that word of mouth is king. "

Now it is no longer a question of the proportion of films scheduled, but Wanda's board of directors directly raised the issue of not releasing it.

Several directors also expressed their thoughts, which were consistent with Wang Jianlin's.

Finally, Wang Jianlin asked Huo Li: "What does Xiao Huo think?"

Holly said bluntly: "I think the same as everyone else, but I have to give the higher-ups some face. After all, it is a film imported from overseas.

I suggest that we don’t need to make any public announcements, and we just don’t schedule films on the day of release. "

Everyone nodded.

It was unanimously decided not to schedule the film.

The original intention of doing this was not to make a big fuss and make netizens mistakenly think that Qihang Media and Wanda Film controlled the market, boycotted imported films, and only arranged films for the films they invested in, which would bring some negative impacts.

However, after receiving the reply from Wanda Cinema Line, the producer was dissatisfied and began to find a team to operate. Even director Paul Anderson personally questioned Wanda Cinema Line on social media.

Marketing accounts also started to throw dirty water.

(End of this chapter)