Entertainment: From the Octagon to the big screen

Chapter 386 - Trivial things between men
In the back seat of the car, Keanu was quite unhappy because Harold changed his flight to Hungary at 10:20 last night to 9:05 this morning.

Chen Yu beside him was concentrating on twisting the third-order Rubik's Cube in his hand. This little toy would become very simple if he used a fixed formula to set it.

At the moment, Chen Yu doesn't want to cheat. He wants to use his observation and memory to conquer the basic level 3 Rubik's Cube. Anyway, he has ten hours for Chen Yu to kill.

Keanu leaned forward and reached out to grab the third-order Rubik's Cube and then reset Chen Yu's progress to zero. Then he untied his tie and covered his eyes.

Thirty seconds later, Chen Yu took over the assembled three-level Rubik's Cube with a face full of resentment. This was a new educational toy he bought specially for this air trip.

"Wow, I thought this was a gift for Jennifer Lawrence. I'm so sorry." Keanu spread his hands insincerely.

Chen Yu flicked the handbag on the left side of the seat. The Mickey Mouse crystal ornament lying inside was a little surprise for Jennifer.

Keanu opened the potato chips and felt that Chen Yu was too perfunctory. Jennifer was his veteran boxing fan and deserved more special preferential treatment.

"For example, you could dress up as Mickey Mouse and have the hotel maid escort you to Jennifer's suite or the master bedroom bed."

Keanu told Chen Yu very obscene things with a very serious expression. He even helped Chen Yu prepare a black shirt and red suspenders.

Chen Yu suggested that if Keanu feels bored, he can read gossip or cartoons online, or rewatch the classic "The Matrix".

To be honest, Keanu has no favorable impression at all of the "Matrix" series that made him a Hollywood star. He even hates it.

Because since he played the role of "savior", accidents have happened to people around him one after another, and it seems that fate is laughing at this false impostor.

During the filming of "The Matrix," Keanu's unborn child died due to a miscarriage, and his traumatized girlfriend died in a car accident.

When he participated in the second part of the series, his sister was diagnosed with leukemia. Keanu and his family spent all their money to save her.

Then Keanu was blacklisted by 20th Century Fox until 2007 because he refused to play a male protagonist with racial discrimination.

This is also one of the main reasons why he refused to guest star in "Red Sparrow". The film's investors include 20th Century Fox, and Keanu also holds a grudge!
"If Disney really launches its plan to acquire 20th Century Fox, then I will definitely support Disney's righteous move."

Keanu handed the phone to Chen Yu and asked him to read this morning's big Hollywood rumors. Chen Yu didn't care about it.

Although his relationship with the Disney board of directors is very good, Chen Yu is not arrogant enough to get involved in such acquisitions.

Because Chen Yu has a Chinese household registration book, unless his parents who have immigrated or Emmanuel come forward to act as a puppet, he has no chance.

But even if he hides himself in the shadows, he probably won't be able to participate in Disney's plan. At most, he can play drums on the outside to guide public opinion.

In the end, taking a few shares according to work and doing work and materials is not as high as depositing money in the bank and earning interest.

"Young people, please stop looking at the world in such a materialistic way. It's rare for Disney to do something good these days, so we should celebrate and be happy."

Keanu asked Chen Yu to smile at the Mickey Mouse crystal ornament lying quietly in the handbag. The latter leaned over and grinned perfunctorily.

At this time, the flight attendant with an intellectual temperament walked over and reminded the two that they could board the plane. Chen Yu and Keanu immediately stood up and took photos with everyone.

Chen Yu handed the book "The Count of Monte Cristo" he bought when passing by the bookstore to the bored Keanu to relieve his boredom on the way.

In addition, Chen Yu also signed a three-level Rubik's Cube and presented it to a cute little Greek girl. He had a handheld computer and a tablet for entertainment during the trip.

This flight offers paid satellite Wi-Fi from New York to Budapest for just $35.

"Are you sure you want to play a game of Tetris with me?" Chen Yu raised his eyebrows and handed the controller to the confident Keanu.

"I don't believe that guys who hate Russia can play this game well." Keanu pressed the start button hard and entered into a battle with Chen Yu.

Chen Yu blinked repeatedly. He remembered that this classic game was from Nintendo, so the name of the game had something to do with Russia.

After Keanu eliminated seven levels in a row, he whistled and then taught Chen Yu, a young man, about the past and present lives of Tetris.

Chen Yu changed the subject midway through the conversation. He didn't want to affect his good mood and joyful atmosphere while playing games. After Keanu saw that the verbal offensive did not cause Chen Yu to make any major mistakes, he immediately adjusted his strategy and started talking to him about China's film and television review system.

Will the film "Rapid Prepare" achieve considerable box office results in China? Keanu personally feels that this matter may be very difficult.

The script of "Rapid Prepare for War" has undergone more than a dozen changes, large and small, and both the plot and the scenes are very suitable for the tastes of European and American audiences.

However, according to China Radio and Television's review standards for imported film and television works, the bloody, cruel, cold and gloomy "Rapid Prepare" definitely exceeds the standards.

"If you apply its review criteria for re-editing, it will inevitably cause a separation and confusion between the plot and logic, and your compatriots will definitely not be able to understand it."

Keanu is very puzzled by why China resists the grading system for film, television, graphics and other works, and instead always advocates one-size-fits-all.

Chen Yu coughed lightly and reminded Keanu, an American, not to talk about anything related to China in public.

Keanu said that he also has one-eighth Chinese ancestry and is a high-quality talent who can be naturalized, so he asked Chen Yu to respect him.

But Keanu also laughed out loud after saying this. If he can still play ice hockey, I believe China will be very willing to include him in the scope of naturalization.

"Please don't sound like you yearn to leave the United States, old guy." After Chen Yu eliminated four levels at a time, he also started to shake his head and whistle.

Chen Yu estimates that "Rapid Prepare" will earn 100 million yuan at the box office in China, because it will be really difficult to understand once it is re-edited.

Moreover, after special processing or directly deleting some bloody scenes, "Rapid Prepare" will become less interesting.

Pure action movies like these mainly attract audiences into theaters with their expressive images and visual impact. Who would be willing to spend money if they are not exciting.

The patriotism of "Operation Mekong" and "Wolf Warrior I" back then could make up for the quality of the picture and the level of violence.

Therefore, they cannot be regarded as pure action movies. Even if the movie itself lacks excitement due to censorship, it can still be watched.

Chinese audiences will definitely not have such a high level of tolerance and patience for "Rapid Prepare" imported from Hollywood.

"This is why Lionsgate Pictures focused the promotion of "Rapid Preparedness" on South Korea, Japan and Southeast Asia."

While staring at the screen, Keanu added that although the Chinese market is large, the marketing and publicity costs and estimated box office results will be difficult to meet expectations.

Next year, Chen Daoming will take office as chairman of the Chinese Filmmakers Association and will work with radio and television to implement more detailed and stringent access conditions for imported film and television projects.

Chen Yu estimates that there is a high probability that "Knives Out II" and "John Wick" part 4 will not be released in mainland theaters.

In fact, there is nothing wrong with raising the threshold to protect the healthy and independent growth of the domestic film and television industry. After all, Taiwan's film and television industry is a negative example.

Taiwan's film and television industry has been colonized and controlled by Hong Kong and Hollywood. Even if Yang Dechang and Hou Hsiao-hsien are sitting there, they are unable to save the dead situation.

"Those Taiwanese tourists would rather invest a lot of money into the film and television industry in Hong Kong or the Mainland than support the local area with even NT$100."

Chen Yu leaned back in his chair with a lazy expression. The Tetris competition was over. Chen Yu narrowly beat Keanu by 900 points.

Keanu put down "The Count of Monte Cristo" and asked Chen Yu about the heroine of "On Tides". He wanted to know if the final candidate was confirmed.

Chen Yu sat up a little and glanced sideways at Keanu, who had a calm expression. If he planned to recommend Barbara Palvin, it might be too late.

But it's very simple to arrange for Barbara to make a guest appearance.

After serving as the lead actress in "Rapid Prepare", Barbara was not necessarily willing to return to the supporting role. Chen Yu asked the flight attendant to pour a glass of water.

"She might be interested in a major role in a commercial film, but projects that are more literary and artistic are really useless to her."

Chen Yu handed the hazelnuts and pine nuts to Keanu for him to try. Yang Mi inquired about this work a few days ago, but has not yet given a reply.

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