new kung fu king

Chapter 497 Brother Ma, Come Out Quickly
On November 1977, 11, the sixth day Wang Xiaohu came to Los Angeles, Stallone had already read the novel "First Blood" twice, and only then did he admire Wang Xiaohu even more.

Because after reading the novel for several days, he found that his understanding of the novel was far inferior to Wang Xiaohu's thin three-page script outline.At that time, he wondered why it was so fast.Wang Xiaohu said with a smile that he had read this novel a few years ago, so it was natural to adapt the script very quickly.

Stallone didn't doubt that he had him, so he directly took the script outline and began to perfect the sub-shots, and at the same time designed the action with Jackie Chan's help.It can be said that this is the first collaboration between Ssangyong and the only collaboration in the history of Hollywood movies.

Through this cooperation, Stallone has more confidence in the action scenes of "First Blood", and he also went to the theater to watch "Police Story" several times, and strengthened his concept of action through his understanding of the movie.

Jackie Chan also gained a lot during this period. He learned from Stallone the expectations and habits of American audiences for action, and laid a good foundation for his future entry into the Hollywood market.

What is Wang Xiaohu doing?He was caught by Spielberg in the theater for the premiere of Close Encounters of the 3rd Kind.

"Close Encounters of the Third Kind" cost Wang Xiaohu US$3 million before and after, and the special effects shots in the film cost US$1940 million, which was far more expensive than "Jaws". At that time, in terms of Hollywood, this was the most in several years. Not many big productions.

And it is inconceivable that such a movie that burns money is only invested by Wang Xiaohu, an oriental man they hate. Not only is it unbelievable that it is so simple, but they also hope that the film's box office will be dismal. The Orientals suffered a big loss, so as not to be even more defiant in the future.

The film did not suffer as those who hated Wang Xiaohu prayed. After it was released, it caused a great sensation in the United States. Unlike the real horror brought to them by "Jaws", this time Spielberg shot it very delicately. An almost religious-like fanatical atmosphere was fully shot, and the sci-fi scenes were shot with amazing momentum, especially the scene where the flying saucer landed was the best.

"Close Encounters of the Third Kind" won 3 million box office in the first week of its release, and suddenly climbed to 900 million in the second week, and the number of theaters where it was released has expanded from the initial 3500 to 500. In this era, it is possible to see such a visually stunning movie. The sci-fi film is a very rare thing, no wonder the audience is going crazy.

"We always have awe and respect for the unknown world and unknown life. Human beings cannot live in illusions. It is shameful to be bored to death in the entertainment created by ourselves, and it is sad to live in the lies fabricated by ourselves. No. 3 Human contact is, in a sense, a kind of cleansing."

Well-known film critic Bill Warren gave "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" a score of 3, claiming that this film is a film that emphasizes both characters and special effects.

Of course, some people who were targeting Wang Xiaohu began to criticize him.

"What is this? We don't know what kind of shit idea Steven wants to express. He made me very depressed. I almost fell asleep and finished watching this movie!"

"This is a lesson for Concorde. Facts have proved that Easterners don't understand our American culture. They invested money in a new director, but the new director made such rough movies. It can only be said that they are all doomed. Failure!"

Hearing these voices of opposition, Spielberg was very shocked, but Wang Xiaohu didn't take it seriously at all, and comforted: "Dude, don't care about those voices of opposition. Even though they have a good reputation in Hollywood, their tastes don't represent the audience. , Didn’t you see our box office is soaring, this is their jealous vent, forgive them.”

"Thank you." Spielberg shrugged and said indifferently: "Boss, you are right. They are jealous of me. They can't understand what I shoot. Fortunately, as my investor, you are not affected. It’s just so ironic that I was the one affected.”

"Put away your words of thanks and go shoot "ET"! Know that next year your pressure will be even greater!"

Spielberg said: "Yes, George's "Star Wars" is also colliding with me. I don't know who will win who?"

"Close Encounters of the Third Kind" achieved such good results two weeks after its release, which is directly related to the postponement of the release of "Star Wars". The box office of "Contact" was greatly affected, but now it is different, without the big killer of "Star Wars", the box office profits of "Part 3" can get more room for development.

In fact, it also proved Wang Xiaohu's expectation. When he and Jackie Chan returned to Hong Kong, it was already Christmas. "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" earned 3 million U.S. dollars in one month, directly becoming the box office champion at the end of the year in North America, which once again confirmed The myth of Wang Xiaohu.

So Hollywood defines December 12th as "Tiger Day", which means that every year around Christmas, the orientals are like tigers grabbing their box office, robbing their audience, and occupying the box office champion. Become a nightmare that they will never be able to shake off!

"Tiger is coming!" also became the longest mantra mentioned in the Hollywood industry in 1977. As long as the oriental arrived in Hollywood, they knew that nothing good would happen. new film
After Wang Xiaohu returned to Hong Kong, the first thing he did was to arrange for Wu Yusen and his wife to go to Los Angeles.

Speaking of Wu Yusen, this guy has been out of control since he was borrowed by Xu Guanwen. In the past few years, he has helped Xu Guanwen shoot many popular comedies, and he just directed "Fat Qian Han" at the end of 77.

Moreover, Wu Yusen also completed major life events at the end of last month, and his small life was very nourishing, but Wu Yusen himself was not very happy, because at the beginning he wanted to learn from Wang Xiaohu, but Wang Xiaohu "assigned" him to Xu Guanwen, filming He is not very good at comedy movies. After several comedies, he is known as a comedy director in the industry.

So after receiving the news of Wang Xiaohu's summoning, Wu Yusen complained as soon as he entered the door: "Ah Hu, when will you let me go back to Xiehe? I don't want to make comedy movies anymore! I want to shoot Kung Fu movies or something like "Police Story" For gangster movies, I have a lot of thoughts about the latter, in fact, I think the shootout part can be more exciting.”

"Don't worry!" Wang Xiaohu said with a smile, "I knew you would be impatient. I called you this time to arrange a good job for you. I fell in love with a novel when I went to the United States this time. Don't worry about it." What kind of person is he? In short, there are many things you are interested in, and I want to send you to help Stallone as an assistant director.”

"Stallone? That Rocky?" John Woo asked suspiciously.

"Well, he's right, but he's not Rocky now, he's a fat pig!" Wang Xiaohu said angrily, "Of course, you shouldn't manage too many things this time, the main thing is to practice your gunfight action design. idea."

Wu Yusen was immediately happy when he heard it. Originally, he wanted to find a reason to cooperate with Jackie Chan, so as to practice his ideas. Unexpectedly, Wang Xiaohu directly asked him to go to a broader stage like Hollywood.

A few years ago when he was in Hollywood, he was already shocked. Knowing that Wang Xiaohu’s market there is far bigger than that in Hong Kong, and the investment in the films there is tens of millions of dollars. It is really rare to be able to get training in such a mature environment. Chance.

"Ah Hu, when will you let me go there?" Wu Yusen asked impatiently.

"Let's go after the new year." Wang Xiaohu said: "Stallone still needs to lose weight, give him some time, by the way, you don't seem to have a new house after getting married, right?"

Wu Yusen nodded in embarrassment when he heard the words: "Yes, Guanwen's salary is not very timely, and I haven't saved enough money to buy a house."

In fact, among the four major satellite companies, only Xu Guanwen has the strongest team. It is precisely because of his strength that Xu Guanwen has accumulated considerable wealth over the years. How should I put it, this person is sometimes too stingy, except for his brother, he never takes the initiative to raise his salary, and the bonus is even pitiful, so this is why Wu Yusen has always wanted to find Wang Xiaohu one.

"Tomorrow, I will come to the company to find Ah Zhi to get the keys to the new house. Miss Niu must be feeling uncomfortable if I can't live in the new house after getting married!" Wang Xiaohu said.

"Ah Hu, you."

Wang Xiaohu interrupted him and said: "Don't accept it. I happened to be in the United States when you got married. I'm very sorry that I didn't attend your wedding. Now I want you to go to the United States. How can I do without a decent home? If you refuse , I'm going to be angry."

Wu Yusen was so moved that he nodded vigorously and said, "Chunlong and I thank you."

"Why are you being polite, the company will rely on you in the future, come on, John." Wang Xiaohu said with a smile.

Wang Xiaohu arranged for John Woo to help Stallone film "First Blood", which was actually for another purpose. After all, "First Blood" is a movie he invested in and shot. There are many scenes of gun battles in the film, which are very visually effective. As for Wu Yusen, he will be a master in this field in the future. The special effects and special effects he designed cannot be imitated by the entire Hollywood. Wang Xiaohu intends to let him go there to practice his skills. After his thinking matures, he will immediately arrange for him to shoot. Heroes series.

The heroic series is what Wu Yusen should shoot most, "Blood on the Street", "The True Colors of a Hero", "Across the World", "Hard Detective", tsk tsk, thinking of these classic films, Wang Xiaohu feels burning all over his body.

Brother Ma, come out quickly!
(End of this chapter)