China Entertainment: Indulge in Vanity Fair

Chapter 388: Giving advice just to avoid being slandered in the future
"Director He, why am I scolding you? You are really doing it for the good of Hong Kong movies, and we can see it. It is exactly as you said, the funds, technology, and market are all given to us by the Mainland, and we do have problems too. , Hong Kong filmmakers are a bit selfish and do not consider the subsequent development. Don’t worry, we Emperor want to change, as the director said, we must consider the future development of Hong Kong movies.”

Yang Shoucheng was the first to respond.

"Director He said it well. Director He, can you give me some more suggestions? Where do you think Hong Kong movies should focus on? Everyone is a little confused when writing scripts." Xiang Huaqiang said.

"Taking advantage of the past advantages of Hong Kong films, they mainly focus on action films, police and gangster films, science fiction films, and traditional costume fantasy films. We will concentrate our efforts on the development of these aspects, especially action films and police and gangster films, which are shot in the Mainland. The type that is neither good nor easy to pass the review is exactly your advantage.

These two types of movies are still very popular, and the stories can be bolder. They are not necessarily limited to Hong Kong, but can be anywhere in the world except mainland China. "He Fang suggested.

"What about the actors?" Sammo Hung asked.

"Hong Kong's previously effective actor training methods have been disintegrated. Hong Kong's actor training used to rely on TVB acting classes and folk theater troupes. However, these two forms are too dependent on the prosperity of the market. If the market is good, more people will study in these two places. If the market is not good, then who will study? Because there is no job market after studying, so it is meaningless.

Therefore, there are currently two popular ways to train actors and actresses, one is the academy training method, and the other is the trainee system.The school-based training model is the mainstream model in the world, whether it is in Hollywood, Europe, or in mainland China.The trainee system is more popular in Japan and South Korea, because their purpose is purer, so the brave star artists they cultivate are more direct.

The training model of colleges and universities is more systematic and comprehensive, and the stars who come out have higher artistic quality.But there are also disadvantages, that is, the technology is not professional and refined enough, which requires artists to continue their studies and persistence after graduating from college.

Moreover, students trained by colleges and universities need more accepting institutions to accept them, such as local theater troupes, cultural institutions, etc. Without these accepting institutions, it will be a waste for colleges and universities to train so many people every year.

Hong Kong needs to consider this. If we train students every year, will there be enough receiving institutions to accept students?If students graduate without good employment, this will not last long.

Needless to say, the trainee system has obvious shortcomings and obvious advantages.I think if you want to avoid the shortcomings of the trainee system, the association can take the lead in organizing training for trainees, with one class every two or three years, and the number of personnel can be appropriately controlled.

In terms of selection, the best of the best is selected. For example, 15-year-old children enter the association's practice class for training and are assessed every year. The last assessment can be to select the main roles in the annual drama given by each company.

After passing the assessment, these artists can freely sign contracts with various film and television companies, but they must pay transfer fees.Just like in the football industry, transfer fees are paid to player transfers, while training fees are given to training institutions.Film and television companies are free to bid and snatch.

Of course, these are just some of my immature thoughts, you can refer to them.If we don't cultivate new talents, Hong Kong movies will really die out if this continues. This is not what our mainland decision-makers want to see. "

After He Fang finished speaking, he swung the red wine glass, and then drank the red wine in one gulp. At this time, the waiter immediately ran over to pour it.

……

He Fang didn't chat with the big guys in Hong Kong for long that night because they had to go to Singapore. In short, they just made some useful suggestions and then left.

"Director He, I heard that you also gave suggestions to Hong Kong movies a few years ago, but it seemed to be of no use. They only shoot a few companies that can make money in the mainland, and ignore the others. For example, Donnie Yen can make money For money, they desperately use Donnie Yen to film movies. For example, Louis Koo, Lau Ching Wan, and Nick Cheung are the only ones who can have some appeal in the mainland, so they only use these few. Hong Kong filmmakers are very short-sighted and only care about immediate interests."

On the plane to Singapore, Li Xuejian rarely chatted with He Fang about these important events.

"I know, they are ruined, rotten, and useless. Hong Kong movies will definitely die. I say this to them because I am afraid that one day, some white-eyed wolves will say, 'Our Hong Kong movies will die. It’s because of the return and because you mainland people don’t give us room for development.”

Now we have done everything we need to do and said everything we need to say.This is evidence. It’s not that we didn’t help them, but that Hong Kong people are really rotten. Sooner or later, they will rot in the pride of being colonized.Those who can’t be saved, at least these two generations, can’t be saved. Let’s wait for the Hong Kong people born after 00.

Of course, if they really listened and turned Hong Kong movies around, that would be okay.Unfortunately, it’s difficult. "

He Fang raised the cigarette in his hand, blew out the smoke as he spoke, and then shook his head helplessly.

The creators of "Alita: Battle Angel" fell into deep thought or sadness after listening to He Fang's words. Thinking about how Hong Kong movies were once the spiritual food of childhood, how many classic Hong Kong movies accompanied everyone through their childhood. time.

According to what He Fang said, all of this will eventually be lost in time and will never come back.This invisibly made everyone feel a sense of sadness, as if they were saying goodbye to their youth.

But this sadness only lasted for a few ten minutes. With the sound of snoring, everything disappeared.Just like He Fang left, those who patted their chests and said they wanted to change the Hong Kong film environment also forgot about He Fang's words.

It's none of their business, as long as they have money to make, meat to eat, wine to drink, and girls to play with.

It's the first day of the Lunar New Year, so we have to have some fun together, and let the young models start their careers.

As twelve o'clock approaches, the domestic box office data for the next day are also released.

30301 million, or 3.03 million, is a pretty good figure.The data growth on the first day of the lunar new year is average, mainly because greeting each other on the first day of the lunar new year is the main action on this day, so the number of people entering movies has not yet reached a large scale, and the main force can only be young people dating.

That night, He Fang and the others arrived in Singapore. This was the last stop for promotion in Asia. After the promotion here, He Fang and Pan Zhilin went to North America and Europe for promotion.Others returned to China to promote for seven days and visited seven cities.

Why separate?Because the cost of publicity in Europe and the United States is too high, there is no need for too many people to go.Moreover, Europe and the United States know that other actors do not have many fans. If they go to other people's movies, their fans will not recognize them, but they will not recognize them.Of course, to put it bluntly, I am still reluctant to spend money and do not regard the European and American markets as the main promotion markets for "Alita". If it were not for the Oscars, I would probably not do offline promotion in Europe and the United States.

On the evening of February 2, He Fang and Pan Zhilin flew to the United States on a private plane, while the other creators rested in Singapore for one night and flew back to Shenzhen the next day...

They flew from the evening of the 20th in the Eastern Hemisphere to the evening of the 20th in the Western Hemisphere. After about 15 hours of flight, they arrived in Los Angeles.

He Fang and the others really had enough rest. Fortunately, there was entertainment on the plane, where they could watch movies and smoke.

Du Chunsheng went to the airport to pick them up. Two cars arrived. Du Chunsheng greeted them with New Year greetings as soon as they arrived.

"Boss, I'd like to wish you a happy new year and good fortune. Here's the red envelope." Du Chunsheng said with a smile.

"Hey, this is what it should be. Come on, your red envelope is ready." He Fang said and took out a red envelope from his body, a thin one.

"Really?" Du Chunsheng was very excited, and then he hurriedly opened it. It was a check with one written on it and five zeros after it.

"Wow, so much? Thank you, boss. I wish the boss a fortune in the New Year, good luck, a fruitful career, happy love, and a happy family..."

"Okay, okay, get in the car quickly." He Fang interrupted Du Chunsheng's blessing.

Then the group of people took advantage of the night and drove to a certain villa in Beverly Hills. This is the office of Tuanhuo Culture and the residence of He Fang.

"Has the publicity been arranged for tomorrow?" He Fang asked Du Chunsheng in the car.

"Don't worry, boss, there are two movie theater events, one shopping mall event, and one media event."

"Okay, I see."

……

I couldn't sleep at night because I rested too much on the plane.But in order to be energetic enough to promote during the day the next day, I have to sleep at night.

what to do?I have no choice but to let myself be as tired as a dog, then fall asleep?
So, what reporters had always wanted to photograph, Pan Zhilin entering He Fang's room at night happened. Both parties achieved their goals, and He Fang achieved his goal of being exhausted and fell into a deep sleep.

Pan Zhilinda reached the goal of unblocking and fell asleep contentedly.

What is the difference between promoting in the United States and promoting in China or promoting in Asia?In fact, there is no difference at all, the process is similar, and the enthusiasm of movie fans is similar.

Of course, if you are unlucky, you may encounter some extreme discriminators shouting at the scene. Although you will be cleared away by security, it will affect your mood to some extent.

This is Pan Zhilin's feeling after a day of promotion in Los Angeles. It can't be said to be good, nor can it be said to be bad.

After all, you are on someone else's territory, and this place is said to be a free place, but messy things will happen.There are people from all over the world, from all cultures, and from all walks of life.Therefore, it is difficult to guarantee that nothing unexpected will happen.

So their publicity is almost all about protection. I heard that security costs cost a lot of money.

He Fang also shook his head. This was still in early 2015. If it comes to 2023, it is estimated that they will not dare to hold public events at all. How much security fees will it cost?
"Boss, there are several activities tonight, do you want to participate?" Du Chunsheng asked where he had just returned to the villa.

"What night is there no activity in Hollywood? I won't go. There will be more activities tomorrow night, so let's rest tonight."

On February 2nd, Los Angeles time, the 22th Academy Awards ceremony will be held, a day that is the most watched by filmmakers and fans around the world.

When He Fang arrived at the Beverly Hills Hotel, the crew of "Room" had already arrived.

Let me tell you a little secret here. Many people want to ask: Where do the stars who go to attend the Oscars red carpet put on their makeup and change their clothes?I can tell you here that there are generally three hotels, one is the Beverly Hills Hotel, one is the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel located across the street from the Dolby Cinema, and the other is the Sunset Hotel located next to Sunset Boulevard.

Two of the most commonly used are the Beverly Hills Hotel and the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, and the crew of "Room" is at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

(End of this chapter)