China Entertainment started from Nortel 2002

Chapter 104: Listed on the box office list of global film history
Lu Zheng left the next day, but Jingtian stayed.

It is said that it is to familiarize myself with the operation of the crew more quickly.

"Crazy Racing" has been completely finished and has handed over 1.18 million satisfactory answers.

Mengying and China Film jointly held a celebration banquet in the circle, but Li Mu failed to come.

Han Sanping came and said a few words to clear away the haze caused by "The Promise", but this hole has not been filled in a short time.

"The Night Banquet" has become very popular, and Feng Xiaogang's title has still worked over the years. No matter what happens, at least it looks like a blockbuster.

"Director Li, Zhang Weiping in that new scene is really arrogant."

Lu Yang seemed to have learned some news and was filled with indignation.

Li Mu received domestic news relatively late, and besides filming, he also had to deal with affairs of both companies, so he didn't pay much attention to these gossips.

"You don't know yet? "Golden Armor" has been completed and the copyright has been sold. It is said to be higher than "Hero"."

Li Mu nodded. It was normal for Lao Mouzi to have such strength.

"and then?"

"Then Zhang Weiping criticized all the directors in the industry, and director Feng Xiaogang was criticized the most."

"It's something he can do." Li Mu smiled, he is indeed the master of the world with a plan in hand.

"But Zhang Weiping didn't dare to scold you, but he even said that Li Daoneng, who was just Mengying, could discuss things with Zhang Yimou."

Lu Yang also deliberately changed his tone to imitate one or two.

"Then I have to thank him."

Wei Ping wasn't completely brainless, at least he didn't quarrel with Li Mu.

However, Zhang Weiping has indeed relied on Zhang Yimou for many years to enjoy himself. Even Han Sanping dared to scold him, and he was so good at living.

By the way, Zhang Yi is indeed very energetic. He has been making movies one after another, and he has also taken over the post of chief director of the Olympic Games opening ceremony. He is a model worker.

"David, what's the matter?" Li Mu saw the phone screen light up and pressed the connect button.

"Boss, Lions Gate came to ask for information about Crystal."

Li Mu listened for a while and probably knew what was going on.

It seems that "I Am Legend" still played a lot of roles, and the Lionsgate director directly wanted to finalize the role.

Also, at this age in China, there are no candidates with overseas reputations and martial arts skills, except Liu Yifei.

What's more, Yifei Liu also serves as an important supporting actress in a movie produced with US$2.5 million. This is not a multiple choice for Lionsgate.

Liu Yifei also rushed over at this time, and Li Mu was about to talk to her about this.

"Ah Mu, my mother just called me. Huayi invited me to audition. She said that there was a role in a Chinese-American co-production that was particularly suitable for me."

Liu Yifei spoke first.

"???"

Isn’t that what Lionsgate just said? Isn’t it already decided?

Li Mu thought about it and understood what Hua Yi was trying to do.

Good guy, this is where I'm going to take credit.

"Then what do you think?"

"You help me decide. It doesn't matter whether you act or not."

"Auntie's side?"

"Since I entered the film industry, my mother has rarely interfered with my affairs. She said that I should just let me make my own decisions."

Li Mu nodded slightly. Liu Xiaoli could see clearly. After all, with Li Mu here, how could Liu Yifei suffer any loss.

"Then just push it, it's not necessary."

Li Mu didn't hesitate. This movie was a big dud in China, and the reviews abroad were pretty good, but that's all.

There is really no need to film such a character, and the people who praise this thing are not Chinese.

"I'll find you a better role later."

Li Mu thought for a moment and figured that the movie Nolan had in hand should be shot around the same time.

It needs some urging, it's been dragging on for so many years.

Liu Yifei smiled sweetly: "Yeah! I'll listen to you."

Liu Yifei's rejection caught Huayi off guard, but thinking about Li Mu behind it, she felt a little relieved.

"Let the news get out."

Wang Zhongjun thought about it and decided to maximize his profits and try his best to promote the movie.

Let’s see in China, Mengying is not the only one who can produce Sino-US co-productions, Huayi can too.

In another office of Huayi at this time, Li Xuezheng was communicating with Li Binbin with a serious face.

"The opportunity has come. Whether we can succeed depends on this time."

"Huayi also has investment, doesn't it? Do you still need to fight for this role?"

Li Binbin didn't quite understand it. The news hadn't spread completely yet, but according to Huayi's usual practices, it would probably be well known in the industry soon.

By then, this won't be her only competitor.

Li Xue made the key point: "Huayi only has the right to make suggestions, and the right to choose lies with Lionsgate."

Li Binbin was a little helpless and said with emotion: "Liu Yifei is better, why do we need to fight!"

Li Xue spread her hands. There was nothing she could do. Li Mu's status in Hollywood was not on the same level as that of Huayi.

Sure enough, within one day, Huayi announced that it would invest 7000 million US dollars to co-produce a Chinese and American Kung Fu blockbuster with Lions Gate. It is currently casting in Asia and has already contacted Asia's top Kung Fu superstars.
As soon as the news came out, stars from Hong Kong, Taiwan, and mainland China flocked to the show, especially actresses, who worked hard.

This sounds extremely attractive, a Sino-US co-production, Asia's top kung fu superstar, Hollywood Lionsgate Pictures, 7000 million US dollars.

It's a really big production, and it's very likely to be a hit.

Which female star who shoots Hollywood blockbusters is not popular, Liu Yifei's "I Am Legend" directly saved her several years of effort in the film industry, and her limelight is catching up with the big stars.Then director Rob Minkoff dropped another bombshell.

Rob Minkoff is also an upright person. During the interview, he directly revealed the news that Liu Yifei rejected the heroine.

"Originally we planned to choose Miss Liu Yifei as the heroine of the movie. She performed very well in "I Am Legend", but unfortunately she has given up the role."

It doesn't matter if this news is kept secret. Once it is released, actresses in the entertainment industry are envious and a little lucky.

I'm envious that movies of this level have directly chosen Liu Yifei as the heroine, without even having to compete.

Fortunately, Liu Yifei took the initiative to give up the role this time, otherwise it wouldn't be their turn.

Really more popular than dead people!

There are only two important female roles, Golden Swallow and White-haired Witch. Female actors of different ages have their own focuses.

Li Mu did not continue to pay attention to this matter, and the crew was still filming normally.

"Director Li, I heard that Yifei has pushed the movie that Huayi is cooperating with Lionsgate."

Cheng Long also received Huayi's invitation and was considering whether to accept it.

This time I heard that Huayi said that he would shoot with Li Lienjie, and everyone in the circle was full of expectations for them to co-produce a kung fu film.

"The character was just like that when I saw it, and it didn't help Sissi much."

Li Mu did tell the truth. As for whether the movie was good or not, he didn't say it. There was no need to say it to offend people.

"Haha, only Yifei can be treated like this."

Even though Cheng Long has become famous at this time, he is still very envious of Liu Yifei's current treatment.

This is a heroine who will make top blockbusters sooner or later. As long as Li Mu is here, there will be no surprises.

In the end, Cheng Long didn't even ask if he could sign the movie. In fact, he already had an inclination in his mind.

Li Mu was also a little curious about who Jin Yanzi, who was missing Liu Yifei in the end, would choose in the end.

But after glancing at Jingtian next to him, Li Mu suddenly had some ideas.

"The King of Kung Fu" is terrible, but it is still much better than the films of this man's later generations, and it barely passes the review here in North America.

Moreover, Lu Zheng was afraid that she would fight for this role, so he might as well give her some advice, maybe there would be a chance.

After all, money clears the way, and everything goes to its disadvantages.

Li Mu suddenly realized that he didn't know what to call Jingtian. Calling him by his name was a little awkward. Calling Xiaotian made him feel old. Calling Tiantian and waiting later Liu Yifei would slap Li Mu hard.

Forget it, let’s call it that.

"Miss Jingtian."

Jingtian, who was watching the show carefully in the crew, suddenly stopped.

"Director Li, you can just call me Xiaotian or Tiantian."

Jingtian said seriously.

"Okay, let's call you Xiaotian." Li Mu finally chose to let himself grow old.

"Recently, you can practice Kung Fu unexpectedly. You know that movie released by Lionsgate and Huayi? You can also give it a try."

"Ah, really?"

Jingtian looked excited. She hadn't thought about it yet, but when she turned around and thought about it, it really was like this.

A ringtone rang, and Jingtian picked up the phone.

"Uncle Lu's phone number." Jingtian's face lit up.

She didn't shy away from Li Mu and answered the call right here.

Li Mu looked at Jingtian's increasingly surprised expression and probably guessed that Lu Zheng might have some channels.

"Thank you, Director Li, I'll rush back tonight!"

Jingtian bowed slightly.

Li Mu waved his hand, not paying much attention.

Li Mu couldn't guess whether Lu Zheng could get this role. He could only say that there was some chance.

Li Mu continued to shoot the remaining scenes in Beautiful Country, but at this moment, the media in Beautiful Country were already frantically writing reports.

"Boss, the movie has entered the global box office rankings." David called first to bring the good news.

"Oh, how much is the box office?"

Upon hearing the news, Li Mu immediately became excited. This movie is a business, and ultimately it depends on the box office.

"With a global US$5.12 million, it ranks 36th at the global box office, second only to the US$5.2 million of "Meet Mr. and Mrs. Falk"."

"That's really good news."

Li Mu felt comfortable when he put down the phone. According to this attitude, the global box office of this movie will be far less than this.

"Director, he seems to be in a good mood."

Some people in the crew clearly felt that Li Mu was in a much better mood, and they all spoke in a pleasant tone.

Not long after Li Mu answered David's call, Charlize Theron, Cheng Long and others also received the message.

"Congratulations to Director Li for ranking 36th at the global box office."

Cheng Long was also shocked by the news and immediately congratulated him.

Charlize Theron and others quickly joined in the congratulations, and everyone in the crew learned the news at this moment.

They all shouted loudly, for fear that Li Mu wouldn't hear.

"Hahahaha, okay, let's finish work early today and have a party tonight."

"Director Li, don't forget the reporters in Los Angeles." Cheng Long reminded in a low voice.

Li Mu just realized that the news was already known to everyone, and reporters were already on their way. After all, it was no secret that Li Mu was filming here.

(End of this chapter)