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Chapter 365 [48] Hitting the record of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon"!

"Chan, that's what we agreed on initially!"

"After the specific person in charge arrives in China, we will contact your team for follow-up matters. Our CAA may also hold a small press conference. This should be no problem, right?"

Duhen Pearson was still confirming cooperation matters with Chen Yu late at night.

Who said old Americans can lie flat?
The elites are seizing every minute and every second, not to mention Chen Yu in front of them, and the other four brokerage companies in the United States are all watching.

If you sign the cooperation early at this time, there will be nothing else to do with other companies.

"ok, no problem!"

Chen Yu and Duheng Pearson were confirming the details. Of course, even though it was a cooperation, it was impossible to sign it now.

Why don't we find some lawyers to take a closer look at this thing?
Moreover, domestic lawyers are not good enough. You must have senior lawyers who are proficient in the laws of China and the United States, and you have to ask several more.

It is always right to spend more money to save yourself from being cheated later.

However, Chen Yu had to let his legal team negotiate the modifications with CAA before he could decide on the schedule of the press conference.

"I don't know, what is "House of Flying Daggers" like?"

At the earliest, it won’t be until next year.

"It feels better than "Heroes"!"

"I think "Hero" is very average!"

Not to mention everyone's discussion, Jiang Wen also learned about the Cannes award-winning news immediately.

"House of Flying Daggers" is the biggest winner at Cannes, and was nominated for three awards, but unfortunately missed the biggest prize, the Palm! 》

Especially Chen Yu, who was previously the Best Actor in the Venice Counter-Strike. To be honest, the gold content is really incomparable with the real Venice Best Actor. Many people criticized this matter; but now, after winning the Best Actor in Cannes, who has anything to say? ?
To get a Berlin, you can say it's luck.

Many people know about it, including "Conquest", "Walking Through Happiness", "The Golden Family" and "Dragon", and these are all TV series.

Without any expectations, the audience cannot enter the cinema, how can you attract box office?

In the next six months, he probably won't have much time to develop in Hollywood.

After sending away Duhen Pearson, Chen Yu put away his contract and other things, but went to the rooftop to practice boxing and kicking. In the next few years, he is really preparing to hit the martial arts level.

There are a few movies, but to be honest not many people have seen them.

Chen Yu has always been cautious in this matter, especially regarding contracts, taxes and other issues.

It’s just…there are too few works.

Unfortunately, learning from experience has always been something that many people are unwilling to do.

While you are still young, take what you have to take.

"..."

What's more, in addition to these two movie kings, Chen Yu also has the real Golden Rooster and Tokyo.

***
"The Best Actor at Cannes is awarded to Chen Yu, and he has achieved the best actor achievement at the world's three major film festivals!" 》

The three major film festivals have been held for so many times, but it has never been like this time when Chinese people won five awards in one go.

2-3 is already amazing. This time, in addition to the Palme d'Or, the Best Director, Best Actor and Best Actress were all won by Chinese people.

All day long, the Internet was full of discussions about Cannes.

At most, add a Spring Festival Gala magic.

The next morning, all major media outlets in China published news about the Cannes award on their front pages.

Chen Yu is also a reborn person. If he were a different person, he might not worry so much.

How about two?

Both "Blind Shaft" and "Warm" were not good at the domestic box office; in "Kara", he did not have many roles.

Anyway, he is not in a hurry.

"Let's wait for it to be released. Chen Yu will have another movie called "Kung Fu" by Xing Ye at the end of the year!"

After all, his previous life experience told him that many artists fall into these two stages.

"Zhang Manyu won the International Best Actress again, Best Actress at Cannes, becoming Asia's first double Best Actress! 》

……

In terms of achievements and resume, he is already completely at the top of Asia.

Silent all night.

"Look at the introduction to "House of Flying Daggers" and the action scenes are great!"

"Zhang Yimou won the Best Director at Cannes for the first time, adding another chapter to his brilliant resume! 》

Countless people on the Internet are discussing that there are still quite a lot of people looking forward to Chen Yu's two movies; this is a manifestation of the box office appeal. Only with expectations can there be audience popularity.

Therefore, netizens still have expectations for Chen Yu's "House of Flying Daggers".

The entire Chinese entertainment industry is in a state of complete excitement.

In view of the time difference between Cannes and the Imperial Capital, the awards ceremony was actually held at 3 o'clock in the morning in the Imperial Capital. In addition, there was no live broadcast in China, so editors basically arrived at the office early in the morning and began to publish major blockbusters one after another.

"Hahaha, when this kid comes back and doesn't treat me to meals for a week, I'll get rid of him!"

"Quentin really awarded him the best actor award!"

"Lao Mouzi's movie is pretty good..."

Jiang Wen narrowed his eyes as he spoke, and his hands couldn't help but feel itchy again; he really wanted to film, but the five-year ban had not yet expired.

"It should be good!"

"I see the response from foreign and domestic media, and this movie is very good!"

"More than "Heroes"!"

Zhou Yun lay on Jiang Wen's back and massaged him.

This little good wife really got Jiang Wen under control. Jiang Wen is now extremely dependent on her in life.

"It looks like he will have another shot at the Oscars next year!"

"If it is really as mysterious as what the media says, it will be on the same level as Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. If Zhang Weiping goes to public relations, maybe there will be something for him!"

Jiang Wen pushed up his glasses, with a rather unpleasant look on his face.

"Just look at the Golden Globe Awards in January and you will know it. It is a weather vane!"

Zhou Jun stretched out his hand and slid the mouse there. Chen Yu's news accounted for two-fifths of the Cannes headlines, 10 out of 4, and Lao Mouzi's only 3.

"Chen Yu is really popular!"

"I see there are a lot of people discussing it on the Internet!"

"Before the Internet, there was no such momentum. Xia Yu won the award early. How intense is the publicity now..."

Zhou Yun smiled, but Jiang Wen patted her butt: "You know nothing!"

"The biggest difference between Chen Yu and Xia Yu is that he can fight!"

"Foreigners like action movies. This kind of stimulation gives them a sense of freshness; just like Bruce Lee and Cheng Long back in the day!"

"Quentin told me on the phone a few days ago that Chen Yu can definitely succeed in Hollywood. Cheng Long and Jet Li went to Hollywood after they were in their prime. With Chen Yu's ridiculous self-discipline, I guess I can still fight for another 20 years!”

"What kind of concept is this? He has been in and out of Hollywood for 20 years. If he doesn't succeed, he will return to China!"

Jiang Wen fell on the bed, put his feet up on the bedside table, and put his hands behind his head: "I have to tie him up anyway. I have seen many talented actors, and I have never seen anyone more self-disciplined than him; but I You don’t have to worry about investing!”

"This guy's signature is more effective than anyone else's, hehe!"

Jiang Wenle is not good enough. Chen Yu won the Best Actor at Cannes, which is of course a good thing for him; for such an actor to be the leading actor, investors will obviously consider Chen Yu's influence.

"I saw his company a few days ago, and it seemed like he was planning something. I saw it on the news!"

"Supporting new directors, he told me, this is just to gain fame, but it would be a good thing if he actually does it!"

"Let me ask this kid, when will he return to China?"

As Jiang Wen spoke, he picked up his phone and sent a message to Chen Yu.

Chen Yu had just woken up from his sleep at this moment. It was afternoon in China, but it was still morning here; he had a flight back to China in the evening.

Jiang Wen's current wife is from France, and of course he is well aware of the time difference.

"Please wait in a few days, I have to go to Hengdian first!"

After reading the text message from Jiang Wen, Chen Yu hurriedly replied.

"Yo yo yo, go see your little girlfriend first. You are so unkind. You attacked her at the age of 14. What a beast!"

"That's better than you!"

Chen Yu was still not polite to him. Lao Mouzi was a bit like an elder, but Chen Yu still retained respect in his heart. Jiang Wen’s words, bah.

"My senior sister is 15 years younger than you. When you were my age, she was only 5 years old. Who is the beast?"

"Hahaha, you little boy!"

Jiang Wen also knew that he was in the wrong and quickly changed the topic: "Congratulations, you have won another Best Actor. You are not far from the Grand Slam. Brother, I will help you get the rest of Venice!"

"Haha, okay, but the scenes in "The Sun" are not enough!"

To put it mildly, he is the first male lead, but actually his role is similar to that of Jiang Wen, the second male lead.

"What does it have to do with the role? You still can't tell. It depends on the connections and circles!"

"You know all the judges, who do you think they will vote for?"

Again, the movies and actors that can be shortlisted can be given to anyone; of course, they can't go too far, but for Chen Yu, who can make irresponsible remarks?

There was no name for the group in his previous life, no matter how awesome his father Cheng Long was, it was useless!
Venice is destroying its own brand for him!
But Chen Yu, with two international movie kings in hand, and the jury will give him a thumbs up, who dares to say no?
This is a matter of qualifications.

"Then I don't have that ability. Venice, you have strong connections. Next time, help me run the business. From now on, you can be my agent!"

"I'm just kidding, I don't know if I can be shortlisted!"

Jiang Wen pouted, but Chen Yu said directly: "But if you are really nominated, I will invest more in your next drama!"

"Really?"

Jiang Wen became excited when he heard this.

The investment for the next drama has been secured, which he did not expect.

This guy is indeed rich!

Jiang Wen didn't know at all that Chen Yu said this because he knew that his next drama was going to be "Let the Bullets Fly".

He doesn't bother to invest in other movies.

"It must be true. I don't dare to vote for "The Sun" anymore. Let's talk about the next drama!"

"Okay, I'm just waiting for your words, so I'll work hard on this one. Anyway, you'll be the one to support it!"

"..."

Chen Yu had already expressed some silence for other investors.

Jiang Wen worked hard, but how would the money be broken into pieces?
"Okay, I won't leave you poor, thank you, wait until I come back to get together!"

After Chen Yu finished speaking, he threw his phone aside and prepared to wash up and go downstairs to have breakfast.

He is still not used to texting with people, and always feels awkward, except for Liu Yifei, who is out of emotional need; but now in 04, direct phone calls are popular abroad, while various text messages are popular in China, and Chen Yu can't do it without sending them.

After breakfast, Chen Yu read the script of "Initial D" and then met Zhang Yimou directly.

"Initial D" has already started filming in Japan at the beginning of the month. Chen Yu's schedule is September, the last filming. At that time, Masahiro Motoki and Masahiro Motoki will be able to finalize the filming and crew of "The Embalmer".

"Oh, by the way, the domestic release date of "House of Flying Daggers" has been confirmed!"

"September 7th!"

When Zhang Yimou saw Chen Yu, he started talking directly.

Chen Yu didn't expect that the release date would be determined so quickly?

It is worthy of the speed of Lao Mouzi.

This great director is so good, it's so easy to get a schedule.

In the afternoon, Zhang Weiping and Jiang Zhiqiang also showed up. It is estimated that the distribution rights have been negotiated.

The group chartered a car and headed directly to Cannes Airport.

They had to fly to Paris Airport first and then transfer to the Imperial Capital, which took more than ten hours.

Chen Yu was even more devastated. He had to go see Liu Yifei. It wasn't that she wanted Chen Yu to go, but that they had been separated for more than a month. Chen Yu had a weird idea.

Anyway, for the Olympics, they rehearse early and rehearse late, so there is no delay.

……

"8000 million!"

Zhang Weiping grinned in the car and told everyone that the distribution rights were not a secret, and reporters would definitely ask about it immediately after returning to China.

In the end, various exposures, the higher the sales, the more popular the speculation.

"Sony?"

Zhang Yimou looked at him, his eyes bright.

"Well, buy it all in one package!"

"so tall?"

Zhang Yimou even took a breath. You know, "Hero" was bought by the American Miramax Pictures for the global distribution rights, but it only sold for 2300 million US dollars.

This is not as simple as doubling, but almost quadrupling.

"Is Sony so optimistic?"

Zhang Yimou glanced at Zhang Weiping, and Zhang Weiping shrugged: "They said that Chen Yu's fight was better than Jet Li's!"

This has to be said about Jet Li's fight in "Hero". It was really stretching his crotch, and it didn't reflect his expected level at all. The fight scene looked very beautiful, very beautiful, very artistic, and Lao Mouzi was very good at it. shoot.

However, foreigners can't appreciate this, and they still like the real feeling of punching into the flesh with all kinds of slow motion.

The short-circuit style of "House of Flying Daggers" is very suitable for their taste.

However, it is also a finalist in the three major film festivals, so the price difference is indeed a bit big.

"Hero" has Jet Li, and his audio and video copyrights are also very profitable.

Anyway, Miramax Pictures has indeed made a lot of money from this movie. It was originally credited as Quentin's producer, but it was sold as dog meat, and it earned 5137 million US dollars in North America.

The DVD also sold 2170 million!
This is just a North American market.

"Sony must be richer. After all, the big six, they should be able to win big distribution. Maybe, the box office in North America this time can hit 1 million!"

Zhang Weiping is very confident anyway.

"How much is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon?"

Zhang Yimou clenched his fist. Of course he was also ambitious.

Zhang Ziyi, who was standing next to her, said quickly: "1.28 million!"

“It just depends on word of mouth!”

"When we go back, we have to screen it in a small area to see the effect. Jiang Sheng, you arrange for Lao Mei to have an internal viewing party first!"

Zhang Yimou said to Jiang Zhiqiang, the co-pilot, and Jiang Zhiqiang smiled: "Well, I think so too!"

Lao Mouzi was very ambitious, and his expectations for this movie were a little stronger.

What would he think if he knew that his previous film "House of Flying Daggers" took in US$1105 million at the box office in North America?
However, "House of Flying Daggers" did very well at the box office in Europe and Japan.

In Japan, it was 78 billion yen, which greatly broke the box office record of Chinese movies in Japan; while the total box office outside North America and China was 8175 million U.S. dollars, so the final total box office almost exceeded 1 million U.S. dollars.

The reason for the Waterloo in the North American market is still because of quality.

After it was initially released in a dozen theaters, the box office did not rise; therefore, after a large-scale expansion of the public release, it still failed to take off.

Forging iron depends on one's own strength.

"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" started off as a super low-ranking film in Hall 16, but eventually rushed up, so Americans can still tell the quality of the film.

Although many people in the media boast that "House of Flying Daggers" is awesome, if you can't do the core thing, you just can't do it.

"I hope I can be more powerful in this life!"

Chen Yu sighed there. Apart from him, Lao Mouzi and the others were quite excited.

After all, after receiving 8000 million U.S. dollars, investing 2.9 million yuan, and already earning more than 3 million yuan, how could Zhang Weiping be grinning unhappily!
In this life, it is estimated that Zhang Yimou's public relations expenses will be paid.

In the previous life, the failure of "House of Flying Daggers" at the Golden Globes was due to the failure of North America. This directly resulted in the film not being nominated for the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. In fact, the reason was that Zhang Weiping did not provide the corresponding money.

Being nominated for and winning an Oscar requires public relations.

The three major film festivals rely on personal connections to win awards, but the Oscars only care about money!
A car full of people chatting and laughing, and after arriving at Cannes Airport, began the painful transfer journey.

After more than 10 hours of tossing and turning, Chen Yu finally arrived on the set of "Sword and Fairy" on the night of May 5th.

It’s not easy to visit a wife!

Is Liu Yifei still moved to death?

Chen Yu was moved by himself and quietly walked into the crew.

(End of this chapter)