China Entertainment started in 2004

Chapter 418: "Taipei Trip" Premiere
Wang Shu was speechless when he heard this. These guys haven’t started drinking yet?

Why are you talking nonsense?
He filmed two versions of "The Piano Tuner", so there is a Chinese version.

However, only the Hollywood version of "The Piano Tuner" has a global box office of 5 million.

Although the Chinese version of "The Piano Tuner" has not been released in overseas theaters, it is only sold overseas.

However, Wang Shu knew that even if the film was released in overseas theaters, it would be far from reaching the box office revenue of US$5 million.

Because Chinese-language films do not have the global influence of Hollywood films, it is difficult to attract people to go to the cinema.

Unless mainland commercial films have already made a name for themselves on the world stage, it is impossible for them to achieve excellent box office results.

At present, mainland commercial films have not only failed to gain fame overseas, but the gap between them and Hollywood commercial films is huge.

Wang Shu also knew that if mainland commercial films performed well and became famous overseas, they would naturally achieve good box office results with the help of predecessors.

But the fact is that the mainland only began to vigorously develop commercial films after the millennium.

It is impossible to have the same result as the predecessors, and it will be impossible to have the same result in the future.

Unless Wang Shu becomes a world-renowned director in Hollywood and then returns to China to promote the development of Chinese-language commercial films to the world, perhaps there will be some explanation.

Before him, there was no one to pave the way.

However, he was able to be a pioneer who paved the way.

After Han Sanping finished speaking, everyone's eyes fell on Wang Shu.

Nowadays, there is only one mainland director like Wang Shu who went to Hollywood to make a movie that grossed $5 million worldwide.

If we talk about being a big shot overseas, Wang Shu is currently the most likely candidate.

Of course, Ren Zhonglun and others also knew that Wang Shu was only emerging in Hollywood and was far from being an internationally renowned director.

Right now, it is difficult to kill everyone.

Although, having won three major awards in Europe, he is also considered an internationally renowned director.

But. It is limited to the circle.

However, due to being limited to the circle, they often lack box office appeal.

Zhang Yimou and Feng Xiaogang can both serve as examples in this regard.

A few people sat down and chatted about things in the circle while eating delicious food.

Wang Shu's gaze fell on Ren Zhonglun, and he felt a little strange in his heart.

In the current situation, Shangying continued to take actions, and it seemed that they were somewhat stimulated by him.

In the original timeline, in 2008, Shanghai Film Group surpassed China Film Group to become the industry leader with a profit of 2.16 million yuan and main business income of 15.18 billion yuan.

China Film Corporation has indeed taken many actions, and Han Sanping has also made considerable contributions to the development of Chinese-language commercial films.

However, when it comes to making money, it still has to be Ren Zhonglun.

In 2009, Shanghai Film Group will establish a new company with Emperor Entertainment Group and Media Asia in Hong Kong, and invite well-known directors such as Wong Ka Wai and Chief Director Kao to work with them.

China Film Group has a unique advantage and has established joint ventures with international film studios such as Warner.

Shanghai Film Group did not have such conditions, so it chose to cooperate with film and television companies in Hong Kong.

The film and television companies in Hong Kong originally wanted to move north, which happened to be a perfect match with Shanghai Film Group, which was unwilling to accept the status quo.

Looking at the current Chinese film landscape, Shanghai Film Group has the longest history.

Although China Film Group is the biological son of the above, it is a company established later.

"Director Wang, what are your plans next? Do you plan to make another Chinese-language film in China?" Ren Zhonglun asked the question that Han Sanping and others wanted to know.

Although "Travel to Taipei" has not yet been released, its box office performance is still unknown.

But it doesn't matter anymore.

For Han Sanping and Ren Zhonglun, it is not impossible to accept Wang Shu's defeat.

Therefore, even if the box office of "Travel to Taipei" is not satisfactory, Ren Zhonglun, Han Sanping and others will still cooperate with him.

Looking at Chinese film directors, there is no one who always wins.

In contrast, it is better to continue cooperating with Wang Shu than to cooperate with others.

Compared with other directors, Wang Shu's works at least have more to say.

"Yes, do you have any idea of ​​making another Chinese-language film?" Wang Changtian asked eagerly.

The global box office of 5 million US dollars really stimulated him.

If Ray could make a movie like this, he would die of laughter in his dreams.

Wang Shu saw that everyone was looking at him, so he had no choice but to say, "It depends on the situation."

He did not make his statement absolutely, and continued, "Whether or not to make a Chinese-language film will have to wait until after the Academy Awards ceremony to decide."

"If I win an Oscar this time, I will probably continue to hang around there and won't have time to come back."

After he finished speaking, he did not go on to say that if he failed to win any awards, he would return to China to make Chinese-language films. Because he has "The Piano Tuner", a film with a global box office of 5 million US dollars, even if he does not win any Oscars at the beginning of next year, he will not lack opportunities for the time being.

Unless he makes a flop movie in Hollywood and is kicked out of Hollywood.

Otherwise, he would not have the time to return to China to make Chinese-language films at this stage.

Not only do I not have time, I also don't want to waste time.

After all, in this era, the rigid conditions of mainland theaters have not kept up, so even if a movie is good, the box office will be limited.

Han Sanping wanted to continue cooperating with Wang Shu, the director who made $5 million worldwide, on blockbusters. He asked, "Are you sure?"

Wang Shu saw that several people were looking at him again, and he replied with great enthusiasm: "Yes."

"Ah?" Ren Zhonglun exclaimed.

Not only him, Wang Changtian and Han Sanping also looked at Wang Shu in disbelief.

As if to say, are you sure you are not kidding?

The Academy Awards they know.

For a young director like Wang Shu who went to Hollywood from China, this award is not something that can be won simply by making an excellent work.

There are many factors that limit Wang Shu from winning the award.

Therefore, in the eyes of the three of them, not only is it impossible for Wang Shu to win an Oscar next year, but it is also impossible for him to win one in the next ten years.

If you work in Hollywood for ten years, maybe you will have a chance.

Now, there is no chance.

So, when they heard Wang Shu give a positive answer, they were extremely surprised.

"Director Wang, don't you know much about the Academy Awards?" Wang Changtian couldn't help but ask.

Wang Shu understood what the three of them were thinking, and couldn't help but smile and said, "I know what you want to say."

Under the puzzled gazes of the three people, he then said, "However, this time, in addition to The Tuner, we are also participating in the Oscar Awards for The Wolf of Wall Street."

Seeing that several people acted as if we all knew all this, he continued to smile and said, "I'm not sure whether "The Tuner" can win an award."

".I still have confidence in The Wolf of Wall Street."

"The Wolf of Wall Street?" The three looked at each other, somewhat confused.

The Wolf of Wall Street has not been released yet, and the three of them don’t know the details. Wang Shu then said, “I think you should have heard that the movie The Wolf of Wall Street is adapted from the autobiography of a legendary Wall Street trader.”

"I can only say that the content of this movie is more in line with this year's financial crisis."

“It’s keeping up with current events.”

"Plus, it's a live-action movie."

Han Sanping, Ren Zhonglun and Wang Changtian were not stupid. When they heard what Wang Shu said, they instantly realized the nature of "The Wolf of Wall Street".

This is an award-winning film after all.

The content of award-winning films often contains in-depth analysis, reflection, and other things.

Wang Shu is confident about "The Wolf of Wall Street" and it is likely to have its own unique features.

Combined with the financial crisis, the three had vague guesses in their minds.

In a blink of an eye, it’s October 12th.

"Trip to Taipei" held its grand premiere at the Grand Hall in Beijing as scheduled.

The red carpet of the premiere was star-studded, and many celebrities who knew Wang Shu came to show their support.

The reputation of the director with a global single film box office of $5 million is so great that all the celebrity artists who were invited came to show their support, thinking that they had nothing else to do and might as well make some money.

This "sweet date" is the opportunity to star in a movie directed by Wang Shu.

Anyway, no matter whether it succeeds or not, it’s always a good idea to make friends with Wang Shu.

Therefore, this premiere was truly grand, much more grand than the scenes when the films of Zhang Yimou, Feng Xiaogang and others were released.

Everyone in the circle knows that Zhang Yimou and Feng Xiaogang’s movies basically only promote “their own people”, so even if you try to curry favor with them, it may not be useful.

Compared with them, Wang Shu is different.

Wang Shu is really good at casting and he really gives everyone a chance.

It is precisely because of this that many actors, hoping to be noticed by Wang Shu, dressed up and attended the invitation after receiving it.

"Director Wang, you have such a great reputation. Look how many celebrities are here. Almost half of the famous actors in Beijing are here." Wang Changtian sighed with a sour tone after seeing the star-studded scene.

After all, he is the boss of Guangguang. Even when he personally appears in a movie produced by Guangguang, there have never been so many well-known actors coming to support it.

Look now, actors from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and Hong Kong are here!
After saying that, he continued sourly, "A big director with a salary of $5 million is different. No one in the country can have such a big face."

"Zhang Yimou, Feng Xiaogang and others are not as prestigious as you."

When Wang Shu heard this, he said quietly, "Boss Wang, as long as Guangguang doesn't manage artists, it will also select external actors. When Guangguang's movies are released, Boss Wang will give a call and it will be like today."

These words touched upon Wang Changtian's main concern, and he immediately let out an awkward laugh.

He also knew that the reason so many artists came today was not only because Wang Shu was a $5 million director, but also because Wang Shu was really casting for the show.

A big director with a budget of $5 million is casting for a movie, which is a sure win for actors, so naturally many actors will come.

Let me ask, which actor doesn’t want to be favored by Wang Shu and become the protagonist of a movie directed by Wang Shu?

Wang Changtian then chatted with Wang Shu for a few words, and then went to entertain the guests who came to show their support for his sake.

The premiere red carpet was so lively, it must not be that all the actors who came to show their support for Wang Shu.

There were also many people in the circle who came to show their support, such as Han Sanping, Ren Zhonglun, Wang Changtian and others.

"Director Wang, long time no see."

After walking the red carpet, Ning Jing came in front of Wang Shu and greeted him with a smile.

"Haha, Sister Jing, I haven't seen you for a while. You look more beautiful again." The first thing Wang Shu did when he saw Ning Jing was to praise her generously.

In interpersonal communication, nice words can often make people feel comfortable.

Ning Jing heard this and said with an undiminished smile: "Director Wang is still so sweet."

After that, he sighed, "I am old now. I may not have any movies to shoot in a few years."

There is nothing wrong with these remarks being expressed among the actors.

Sighing in front of Wang Shu was a clear hint.

Wang Shu pretended not to understand and said with a smile: "What nonsense are you talking about, Sister Jing? No matter who you ask to judge, they will say that Sister Jing is not only beautiful and has a good figure, but also has no signs of aging and doesn't look old at all."

Ning Jing heard this and sighed, "I'm really old."

Wang Shu immediately looked unconvinced and smiled, "I can't tell at all. Sister Jing is just putting pressure on herself."

Ning Jing shook his head and changed the subject: "Are you going to celebrate the New Year in China this year? Are you going to celebrate the New Year in China, or will you return to Los Angeles after the Taipei Trip is over?"

Since the premiere was held in the Grand Hall, many female stars attended in their best attire.

Ning Jing was the same. She wore tight clothes that exposed her legs in the middle of winter.

Of course, I didn’t wear this outfit every time I went out.

Generally, people put on this outfit and then put on a long down jacket covering head to toe on the outside, and then take off the down jacket when they appear in front of the camera on the scene.

Wang Shu's eyes swept across Ning Jing's towering peaks and he continued, "It's not confirmed yet. We'll have to wait until after we attend the Oscars."

Ning Jing couldn't help but smile and tease when she heard this: "The nominations for the Academy Awards haven't been announced yet, are you sure you can go there?"

"What else?" Wang Shu shrugged.

Seeing this, Ning Jing immediately gave Wang Shu a thumbs up and praised, "Great!"

Wang Shu heard this and said modestly: "If it were any other time, I might not have the confidence."

“But I am still confident that I will be able to attend the Oscars early next year.”

"Oh?" Ning Jing was surprised.

Wang Shu smiled and explained: "I can't explain it to you right away. Anyway, I can't guarantee that I will win the award, but I am confident when I get there."

When Ning Jing heard this, an inexplicable light appeared in his eyes when he looked at Wang Shu.

What Wang Shu meant by going to the scene was not just "going" to the Academy Awards ceremony, but being nominated for an Academy Award and going to the scene to compete for the award.

"Tsk tsk." Ning Jing couldn't help but smack his lips and said sincerely, "Great!"

"Haha." Wang Shu laughed.

Ning Jing then said: "You go ahead and do your work. I won't bother you anymore."

"Okay." Wang Shu responded, and then said, "I'm busy today, so I may not be able to greet you."

"I'll treat you to a meal next time when I have time."

Ning Jing's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he quickly said, "You said this, I've kept it in mind."

Wang Shu smiled helplessly and said, "I said it, don't worry."

After hearing what Ning Jing said, he smiled back at Wang Shu and turned away.

Not long after she left, Fan Binbin appeared in front of Wang Shu.

"Director Wang, I haven't seen you for a while. Do you miss me?"

Fan Binbin asked with a smile and enthusiasm.

It looked as if there was no unpleasantness between the two of them before, so they parted on bad terms.

(End of this chapter)