I'm not just a director

Chapter 225
January 2002 was the month dominated by "Source Code".

After "Source Code" was released, many movies in mainland China were released like mushrooms after rain.

This makes the already miserable film producers feel that hell is starting.

After all, people in this era have not yet fully developed good movie-watching habits.

Most of the audience recognizes the cast and director, after all whose money is not money.

For those unfamiliar directors or movies without big-name stars, everyone is unwilling to try and make mistakes.

After all, no one's money comes from the wind.

At most, wait for the gun version or pirated discs to come out, and buy a few movie compilation discs to pass the boring time.

If the content of the movie is really good, if you have the spare energy, you can go to the Internet to tout it, so that the director will not lose confidence because of the poor box office.

On the mainland, Feng Xiaogang's "Big Wrist" led the market, while "Source Code" opened the rhythm of global releases.

The first stop was Hong Kong Province.

……

The 2002 Hong Kong film did not have Cheng Sheng Chase, and further developed on the basis of 2001.

On the contrary, the annual output of Hong Kong films is only 91, a decrease of nearly 30 from the previous year.

In terms of box office, this year's box office champion "Infernal Affairs" is more than 500 million Hong Kong dollars less than last year's "Shaolin Soccer".

The box office of the runner-up "Hero" is less than half of that of "Infernal Affairs", and it cannot be compared with last year's runner-up "Slimming Men and Women".

Even the box office revenue of No.10 is only slightly over 1300 million Hong Kong dollars.

It is worth mentioning that three of the top ten box office works in 2002 were selected to be released during the Spring Festival.

"Marry a Rich Man", "呖呱呖吱 New Year's Fortune" and "Unparalleled Under Heaven".

And these movies have one thing in common, they are all traditional comedy movies.

Especially "Unparalleled World", which integrated the Huangmei tune, which was popular in Hong Kong in the 60s, into the film.

In the general atmosphere where love and ghost movies dominate, Hong Kong movies are still stagnating in general.

The efforts of many Hong Kong filmmakers have not been able to reverse the decline and help Hong Kong films get out of the downturn.

But the facts show that the downhill road of Hong Kong movies is like a building that is about to collapse, and no one can carry it.

"Infernal Affairs", known as "the work of Hong Kong films to save the market", has not yet taken on the important task, and has become a star that occasionally twinkles in the night sky.

But it was still early 2002, and many filmmakers in Hong Kong were full of expectations for the future of Hong Kong films.

For example, "Unparalleled World", directed by Liu Zhenwei and starring Liang Chaowei, Wang Fei, and Zhang Zhen, is expected to be released on February 2th.

It is worth mentioning that Zhao Fantian made his low-key comeback for the first time in this movie after being blasted by Jiang Pei'an.

Jiang Pei'an was not surprised by this point. After all, in the last life, after the incident broke out, he also made a comeback through the movie "Unparalleled World".

Nowadays, there is no concept of "bad artist", or there is no legal provision.

Moreover, in the very special area of ​​Hong Kong Province, Zhao Fantian's comeback is actually traceable and predestined.

Regardless of Zhao Fantian, this movie is a popular star no matter the protagonist or the supporting role.

For example, Hong Kong stars Zhang Yaoyang, Ge Minghui, Zhu Yin, Ning Jing and others.

The Huangmei opera is the biggest innovation of the film. Wherever there is music, it is the most memorable part of this film.

Of course, many people once couldn't tell the difference between the two movies because the name of the movie was too similar to "A World Without Thieves".

"Unparalleled World" was released first, followed by Gu Dezhao on February 2th.

"Marry a Rich Man" starring Zheng Xiuwen, Xiao Qi, and Lu Qiaoyin was released.

On February 2th, "呖咕呖吹 New Year's Fortune" will be released.

The film is directed by Wei Jiahui and To Qifeng, starring Hua Tsai, Gu Tianle, Leung Wing-ki, Liu Qingyun, Ying Caier, and others.

This movie does not use the protagonist's miraculous abilities as a selling point like gambling movies in the past.

The protagonists in the movie do not have any gambling skills, and they mostly discuss family relationships, family affection, and love from the poker table.

In fact, it is not difficult to see from this movie that Hong Kong-style comedy films have become a mature type of commercial film.

The routine of gathering big names + Hong Kong-style humor has been fixed.

……

"Source Code" is scheduled for February 2th.

Once the news was sent out, it caused widespread discussion.

The Hong Kong media have also learned to be smart this time. After "Taken" "punched through Hong Kong Province", they became more rational.

"Jiang Pei'an's new film is released, can Liu Zhenwei, Gu Dezhao, and Du Qifeng withstand the offensive? "

"Whether sci-fi films can create a world in the Lunar New Year file of the family carnival, we will wait and see!" "

"Mainland's [-]-million-dollar work, will it be unacceptable when it comes to Hong Kong Province?" "

"Jiang Pei'an went to Hong Kong with the beauty to hug left and right, thin body and poor energy, suspected of being drained..."

Their reports seem to be tentative with a desire to provoke and fear of being slapped in the face.

"The current situation of the Hong Kong media is really fierce and cowardly. They dare not scold me if they want to scold me, and they are unwilling to scold me if they don't scold me. It's really..."

In the hotel, Jiang Pei'an shook his head while holding the newspaper.

Gao Yuanyuan posted it and watched the report in Jiang Pei'an's arms.

"Well, it is indeed aggressive, but not much, probably because you have been scolded by you last time, and there is a shadow in your heart."

Gao Yuanyuan smiled sweetly.

The release of "Source Code" in Hong Kong Province must be promoted in advance.

Originally, Jiang Pei'an wanted to continue the work of "Inception" in the mainland, but Han Shanping paid much attention to the Hong Kong market, so he had to come here.

Jiang Pei'an also understood Lao Han's psychology. It was probably the feeling that a child had to show off to others after his grades.

"Look, you're still here. The Hong Kong media can't change their mentality of eating... melons."

Jiang Pei'an went to Hong Kong in a low-key manner this time, but he was still spotted by the Hong Kong media at the airport, and they all chased him for interviews.

Gao Yuanyuan and Zeng Li who were traveling together were naturally discovered, so there were headlines of "bringing beauty to Hong Kong" and "squeezing the body dry".

Looking at his own photo in the newspaper, Gao Yuanyuan curled his lips and said:

"It's obviously an aboveboard interview, but I have to make it look like I'm having an affair with you."

Jiang Pei'an laughed loudly and said:
"That's how they fuck. I obviously didn't have a good rest at night, so I also became what they said was being mentally ill..."

Speaking of this, Jiang Pei'an glanced at Gao Yuanyuan, who had a good figure, put his palm on her buttocks, nodded and said:
"They're not wrong. After all, I didn't rest well at night, which is inseparable from you."

"You're going to die."

Sensing the monster's big hand behind him, Gao Yuanyuan's face was flushed, and he blamed with winking eyes like silk.

"I'm warning you, don't come here, don't use this to test the director!"

Gao Yuanyuan bit his lower lip lightly, and beat his chest lightly with his pink fist.

Unexpectedly, this is like an introduction to ignite artillery fire...

The weather in Hong Kong Province in February is very suitable. In the mainland, there are down jackets and windbreakers in the world.

In Hong Kong, you only need a coat, or even a T-shirt most of the time.

And this also gave Jiang Pei'an great convenience.

……

the next morning.

Jiang Pei'an patted Gao Yuanyuan's buttocks lightly.

Trembling for a while.

"Little lazy cat, wake up, there is a press conference at ten o'clock."

Gao Yuanyuan's hair was disheveled, her face was lazily sleepy, and the silk pajamas on her body seemed to have been torn and scattered on her body, and she had no time to take care of her snow-white skin.

"Well, I'm not going, I slept too late yesterday, I don't have any strength in my body."

Gao Yuanyuan murmured dissatisfied.

Jiang Pei'an tidied up the clothes on the ground and said with a smile:
"It's okay not to go, or the Hong Kong media won't know how to write about me."

Thinking of the group of knife and pen officials, Jiang Pei'an couldn't help but shudder.

These people can write anything.

"Could it be that what they wrote is not true, they don't even know where you are so strong!"

Gao Yuanyuan stood up reluctantly, looked at Jiang Pei'an and said dissatisfied.

"No, who yelled last night... um..."

Before Jiang Pei'an could finish speaking, Gao Yuanyuan got up fiercely and covered his mouth.

"Don't tell me, look at me, where are you looking?"

Jiang Pei'an pointed with his finger, and Gao Yuanyuan immediately exclaimed and shrank under the quilt.

Seeing her reaction, Jiang Pei'an didn't know what to say.

Obviously everyone was honest with each other last night, why are you so shy now?
After Gao Yuanyuan got dressed under the quilt, Jiang Pei'an had already called breakfast to the room.

After the two washed up and had breakfast, Jiang Pei'an went back to his room to change clothes.

At nine o'clock in the morning, everyone gathered in the hotel lobby to go to the venue.

In the car, Jiang Pei'an yawned again and again.

Gao Yuanyuan looked at the building outside the car window refreshed.

Zeng Li sat in the back row, glanced at Jiang Pei'an, and asked with concern:
"Director Jiang, didn't you rest well last night?"

Jiang Pei'an yawned again, waved his hands and said:
"I don't know who raised the cat. It kept barking last night, and the noisy people couldn't rest."

"Cat? Why didn't I hear it, Director Gao, did you hear it?"

Gao Chengsheng looked back and forth between Jiang Pei'an and Gao Yuanyuan.

Ever since Jiang Pei'an and Gao Yuanyuan left after promoting "Source Code" in Xinyang City, he had suspected their relationship.

Sure enough, there was something tricky between the two.

Looking at Zeng Li's clear and puzzled eyes, Gao Chengsheng really wanted to tell her:

Director Jiang couldn't sleep because of the cat screaming last night, he was fighting with the cat all night...

When we arrived at the venue, the interior had already been arranged early, and there was a whole row facing the auditorium, where the main creative personnel of the film were located.

Seeing this arrangement, Jiang Pei'an thought for no reason of Guan Xi's press conference when he retired from the industry.

Some Hong Kong and Taiwan stars may not be very reliable, but they are definitely "full of sincerity" in apologizing.

Guan Xige's Chinese and English apology press conference announced his withdrawal from the circle.

Chen Haoming brought his wife with a big belly to hold a press conference, crying bitterly and begging everyone to give him a chance.

Yanyalun's development conference apologized to the men he violated back then...

In short, compared to domestic entertainment who refuse to admit to death in the face of evidence, Hong Kong and Taiwan stars seem to have a special obsession with the press conference.

Of course, this can be regarded as an explanation for everyone, the development conference is still a bit of an attitude...

The press conference was co-organized by the Bank Superintendent. After Jiang Pei'an and others arrived, the flashing lights at the venue never stopped.

"Director Jiang, regarding the release of "Source Code" in Hong Kong this time, do you think it can continue its success in the mainland?

Anyway, I don't think Hong Kong Province has seen good movies like mainland audiences, what do you think? "

"Director Jiang, "Unparalleled World" that Ms. Zhao participated in was released yesterday, what do you want to say about it.

Can the box office of "Source Code" surpass "Unparalleled World" in one fell swoop? "

"Excuse me, what is your relationship with the two ladies next to you?

The two of them often appear in your movies, are they playing a game of one dragon and two phoenixes in favor of your own girls? "

As soon as Jiang Pei'an's butt sat on the bench, a flood of questions flooded up.

Jiang Pei'an and Gao Chengsheng looked at each other, and they saw smiles in each other's eyes.

To be honest, the media in the Mainland are really not at the same level as the Hong Kong media.

This combat power is really fucking strong!
Jiang Pei'an ignored these difficult reporters, and he signaled the host to start.

The host took the script and interrupted the reporters' spellcasting with a burst of words.

"...Okay, let us once again welcome the crew of "Source Code".

The movie will be released on February 2th, please go to the cinema to support it! "

After going around and around, I finally came to the interview session!

Jiang Pei'an signaled Gao Chengsheng and others to accept the interview first.

After Gao Chengsheng, Gao Yuanyuan, Zeng Li and others finished speaking, the microphone returned to Jiang Pei'an's hands.

The reporter's question was still the same as before, or whether the box office of the movie can beat the local movies in Hong Kong Province.

Or just stare at him, Gao Yuanyuan and Zeng Li and keep asking questions.

Anyway, it's either a war or a disgusting question.

From these questions, what Jiang Pei'an sensed was deep malice.

Probably, I don't support you, but I have to come here because of work problems, just to disgust you!

Jiang Pei'an took the microphone and said with a smile:
"About everyone's questions, I already know, thank you very much for coming to support, today will be like this first, thank you."

After speaking, he handed the microphone to the host next to him, got up and prepared to leave.

What the hell!

This attitude!

furious!

Jiang Pei'an's ignoring attitude deeply hurt every reporter present.

Your mother, we have prepared so many questions, and even prepared to argue with you.

In the end, you just finished it with a light word?
One of the reporters was so angry that he rolled up his sleeves and was about to ask loud questions with a microphone.

"What are you doing?"

His camera quickly grabbed him.

"A boy from Mainland China is so rampant, I want to wake him up severely."

The cameraman hurriedly pulled him, and said in a hurry:

"Don't push yourself, those questions just now were easier to ask when there were many people, but now you ask alone, what's the end...

Remember how you got in here? "

The cameraman looked at the young reporter and asked.

"Didn't it mean that the last foreign reporter was fired?"

The cameraman looked at Jiang Pei'an's leaving back and said seriously:

"That reporter was scolded by him for being unable to hang out in the circle and was fired..."

(End of this chapter)