During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 213 Unstoppable, the King of Movies

In the early morning of the 13th, entertainment media and commercial media in major cities across the country all worked overtime to print newspapers.

You know, with the rise of the Internet, the paper media industry has become increasingly declining. It is rare to have such sensational news, and it will definitely drive a wave of sales during the day.

The news about the first-day box office of "The Martian" spread, and the entire entertainment industry was shocked.

Many people had a premonition that the movie would be a hit. After all, it was a science fiction production with a cost of 4 million, but they did not expect that the box office would explode like this.

The box office on the first day was close to 50 million. You must know that there are hundreds of movies released in China throughout the year, and the total box office can exceed 50 million. It is estimated that there are only about ten movies in a year. It is really an exaggeration.

Going by this data, 5 million is absolutely no problem, 6 million is not a dream, and even 7 million is not impossible.

For a while, many people remembered Wei Jin's speech at the premiere, "Relying on the domestic box office alone, we can basically make back our money." It seems that it is not a lie, and this vision is too outstanding.

Many people have a hunch that the results of "The Martian" are destined to be recorded in the history of Chinese film.
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With the broadcast of "The Voice" on the evening of the 12th, more and more people know the news about the release of "The Martian".

On the second day after the movie was released, it was another weekend, and the box office reached a new high in a single day, hitting a staggering box office of 5800 million in one fell swoop.

Breaking 100 million in two days and making history!

"With 1.07 million hits in two days, "The Martian" is unstoppable!"

On the third day, the box office continued to remain strong, with a single-day box office revenue of 5400 million.

The three-day box office of "The Martian" in its first weekend was as high as 1.61 million, setting a historical record for the first weekend box office.

At the same time, box office sales from all over the world were collected from all directions, shocking industry peers.

The first weekend box office revenue for Xiangjiang was 2100 million, that for Wanwan was 3200 million, and that in North America it was 5300 million US dollars.

"The Martian" grossed US$1.33 million at the global box office during its first three-day weekend, firmly topping the global first-week box office list!

The critical reputation is also good, with an imdb score of 8.3, which means that this achievement is not a flash in the pan.

For a time, Wei and Jin's fame spread throughout the world, attracting the attention of other countries and regions around the world.

Although this is not the first time that Wei Jin's film has won the global first-week championship, it is the first time that a Chinese-language film has won the global first-week championship, and it is still significantly ahead of the second-placed global first-week champion.

Many overseas filmmakers are marveling at the rapid development of the Chinese film market, and are also shocked by the quality of the movie "The Martian". They did not expect that the first Chinese science fiction blockbuster was no less than a Hollywood blockbuster.

"The Martian" has achieved good reviews at the overseas box office and has also brought the domestic media to a collective climax!

"With the rise of great powers, domestic science fiction films are going global!"

“‘The Martian’ became a global hit and topped the global weekly box office for the first three days!”

This is a feast for Chinese filmmakers and also a feast for the national media.
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Hunter called to report the results of "Taken 2": the North American box office was 1.77 million, and the global box office was 3.73 million US dollars.

Hearing this number, Wei Jin nodded with satisfaction.

The investment in this movie is only 4500 million US dollars. In terms of box office alone, the net income will not be less than 1 million US dollars. With the subsequent peripheral income, it can be said to be a great success.

"Well, very good. Just agree to the creative team's request."

Since the movie is making a lot of money, there is no need to worry about the actors' remuneration.

"Okay, boss."

Hunter also agreed with the boss's approach that it would be best for the series not to change the cast.

"By the way, you guys should try your best to talk about the filming schedule of "The Martian". The more, the better."

Because it was a Chinese-language film, I didn’t know the market potential at the beginning, and the film’s draw rate did not reach the limit of Peak Entertainment.

"Don't worry, boss, we are already making progress. Seeing the box office performance in the first week, many theaters are willing to open the film. But, why can't this film be shot in Hollywood?"

This is not only Hunter's doubt, but also Summit Entertainment's doubt. With this script and Wei Jin's appeal, if it is a Hollywood blockbuster, the box office should be even higher.

"Hunter, I am a Chinese director. Isn't it the right thing to make Chinese-language films? You can't expect all the scripts to be made into Hollywood blockbusters, right?"

As far as this script is concerned, Hollywood is indeed the best choice, but Wei Jin just wants to try to promote Chinese films to the world. For this reason, he can afford some box office losses, not to mention that the results are not bad.

"Okay, boss, as long as you're happy"
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The Berlin Film Festival officially announced the first list of films shortlisted for the main competition unit.

"Mei Lanfang" ranked first. Of course, this is of no use, but it cannot stand up to the gimmick of media hype.

For a moment, all the eyes in the circle were focused on Poet Chen, as if it was certain that he would win the Golden Bear.

"Good brother, are there any literary films suitable for me?"

After a fight, Fan Bingbing asked Wei Jin while giving him a massage.

This woman basically doesn't have to deal with any big flower. Recently, Zhang Ziyi has been very proud of her success, with high box office and literary and artistic award-winning films. She is a little greedy.

That's why today, I took the initiative to make an appointment with Wei Jin.

"Is winning awards important to you? You have to figure out your goals and direction. No matter how many awards she wins, she will still be an actor."

Wei Jin slapped Fan Bingbing's plump buttocks, causing a ripple in his buttocks.

"You are on a good path now. You can make money from TV series and improve your nationality while participating in movies and accumulating contacts."

The Wei and Jin version of "The Legend of Wu Mei Niang" reduced the number of revealing scenes in order to avoid censorship, and was destined to fall short of its original achievements. However, the ratings still exceeded 5, which is considered a rare masterpiece.

For such a TV series, Fan Bingbing's endorsement and commercial performance prices have increased by at least 3% compared to before. Four Days of Double Ice has already ranked among the top.

"Well, I listen to you, but are there any projects suitable for me next year?"

This year's Fan Bingbing can be said to be a model worker. She just finished filming the TV series at the beginning of the year and has participated in three or four movies in succession. She has made a lot of money, but she still feels unsatisfied.

"Well, the few projects that have been temporarily approved are not suitable for you."

Chen Zhiming has already reported to Wei Jin on next year's TV drama projects. The only ones confirmed in the first half of the year are "Myth" and "Gong Lock Heart Jade"

"Gong Lock Heart Jade" has been promised to Liu Shishi, and Fan Bingbing is not suitable for this type of role. What she needs is either a strong female character, or a female character with her own charm.

As for the female characters in "The Myth", they are outstanding, but they don't have many roles. When she comes to star, the price is somewhat reduced.

In terms of movies, to be honest, it is really difficult to arrange Fan Bingbing. After all, the role is here, so we can only look at Jiahe's projects.

"Good brother, I haven't settled down yet next year, so why don't you help me?"

Fan Bingbing used her erection to keep rubbing against Wei Jin's body, which gave the latter some pleasure.

Pressing the woman's head down, Wei Jin "pointed" her while thinking. "Well, the screenwriting department is working on a fast-travel drama, which is a script for a heroine. We are still working on the script. Let's take a look at it when the time comes."

Hearing this, Fan Bingbing felt a little proud. This man was soft-hearted, but he spoke even harder.

Seeing that the foreplay was almost over, Wei Jin patted Fan Bingbing's buttocks. The latter immediately understood and lay down, waiting for the man's arrival——

Shanhe Building, in the chairman's office.

"Mr. Wei, Tudou, the payment is not very timely during this period."

Many of Shanhe Media's dramas are broadcast on Tudou. Some adopt the method of selling off the copyright, and some adopt the method of sharing clicks. Basically, a large amount of funds will be withdrawn every month.

But Tudou has recently been suppressing funds for several months. Although he knows that this is Wei Jin's industry, Chen Zhiming is responsible for Shanhe Media, so these things still need to be mentioned.

"I know this. Give them some time to calm down."

The competition between video websites is too fierce, and Wei Jin has started copyright purchase in advance, and Tudou is really spending money like water.

But fortunately, everything is worth it. With the support of burning funds, Tudou has become the well-deserved largest video website in China, and preparations for the listing can be started in advance.

Thinking of the previous phone call with Wang Wei in North America, Wei Jin felt a little emotional. He still got divorced.

But this time, there was a property agreement signed in advance, and Wang Wei was very generous with his actions. There should be no beginning or end, and it was considered a clean break. Finally, there would be no more "potato clauses".

As for the listing, Wei Jin still needs to study it.
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Nortel, in the office of the Graduate School.

"You are so awesome now, the King of Movies"

Teacher Jiang looked at his former proud disciple and joked.

"Teacher Jiang, please stop making fun of me. That's just flattery."

Faced with the teacher's teasing, Wei Jin was a little bit dumbfounded. The domestic media just likes to make exaggerated headlines.

In the past two days, some media have carefully counted the box office of Wei Jin's movies since his debut and discovered a shocking fact.

The cumulative box office of the movies directed by Wei Jin has exceeded 10 billion yuan, so shocking news headlines appeared:

"Shocking: Wei Jin, the king of commercial movies, has a cumulative box office of over 10 billion!"

For a time, the public opinion that had gradually subsided became rampant again.

"Come on, I won't delay you anymore. Director Tian is probably impatient."

Saying goodbye to Teacher Jiang, Wei Jin went straight to the director's office of the directing department, where his instructor Tian Zhuangzhuang was already waiting for him.

"Wei Jin, congratulations. The box office is great. I'm proud of you."

"Teacher, you are overly praised. It's all teachers and schools who teach well."

Wei Jin respected his mentor from the bottom of his heart and was extremely humble in the face of praise.

"You, you, if you are so humble all the time, why bother? Forget it."

Tianzhuangzhuang also understood that Wei Jin acted like this because he respected him, but those people were not worthy of Wei Jin's respect.

"I called you here today because the school wants to ask your opinion on some things. You are about to graduate. Do you have any thoughts about staying in school?"

After Tianzhuangzhuang finished speaking, the old man picked up the tea cup and left the time for thinking to his students.

"Teacher, let me tell you the truth. If the school just wants me to have a name, it doesn't matter. If I really want to teach or participate in various activities, then I have no choice but to refuse."

Wei Jin didn't want to be tied down, not to mention he didn't think he could teach anything.

"I just know that you have the temperament of a wandering cloud and wild crane. Okay, let's forget about it."

After Tianzhuangzhuang completed the task assigned by the school, he no longer cared about it and was concerned about the prize competition.

"How far did you go in the later stages of your graduation project?"

"It's coming soon. It will be completed within a week."

During the period of returning to China, Wei and Jin were basically busy with the later stage, and they were scattered for more than ten days. They were considered very careful.

"That's good, are you sure this time?"

The script has been changed to a foreign setting, and I don’t know if it will have any impact on Grange Village. It would be a real pity to miss out on a Golden Bear because of this.

Thinking of this, Gianzhuangzhuang, the always good-tempered old man, couldn't help but hate those people who eat corpses.

"It shouldn't be a big problem, at least it will be bigger than "Mei Lanfang"."

Wei Jin is really confident that English films do have greater advantages and are more likely to be favored by the judges.

"it is good."

Looking at the energetic students, Tianzhuang Zhuang was greatly relieved. Perhaps it was this kind of vitality that allowed Wei Jin to achieve such achievements at this age.——

The box office myth of "The Martian" continues to unfold. In the second week, it topped the global weekly box office for the second time!

In the second week, the domestic box office grossed 2.36 million, and other regions in Asia also earned a total of 1.73 million. With the increase in the number of opening screens, the box office in North America was 6800 million US dollars, and the European region also took in 3100 million box office.

In its second week of release, the film grossed a total of US$1.7 million at the global box office.

At this time, it was only ten days before the release of "The Martian", and the domestic box office had already accumulated 3.97 million US dollars, and the global box office had accumulated 3.03 million US dollars.

"The Martian" achieved dazzling results, but other movies released at the same time suffered.

The box office of "Mei Lanfang" reached 7200 million in the first week of its release. I was looking at the chance to break the box office record of "Room", but now I have broken my bones. It has been almost 20 days since its release, and the box office has not exceeded million yet. Chen The poet was so angry that he jumped to his feet.

As for another Bernard film, "Women Are Not Bad" directed by Mr. Xu and starring Mr. Zhou, it was directly crushed into scum. It was released for 11 days and the box office was less than million. It also created the lowest score in Mr. Xu's career. record.

The production and promotion of this film cost almost 2500 million, and the producer will lose at least 2000 million.

It is said that several other investors were so angry that they vomited blood, accusing Bernard Yudong of not choosing so many schedules, insisting on making himself uncomfortable, and confronting Wei Jin directly, which was simply out of his mind.

At the same time, everyone is speculating on the final box office of "The Martian". Theaters and media have roughly given a range of 6.5-7 million based on factors such as attendance, film scheduling, and word-of-mouth.

This astonishing number has also made people in the industry truly realize that the domestic film market can already accommodate such blockbusters, and many companies have launched new large-scale productions.

Wei Jin ignored the praise and curses from the outside world. He focused exclusively on the post-production of "Hunting". The Berlin Film Festival was getting closer and closer.

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