How China Entertainment was developed

Chapter 570 [Life of Pi] and [Hurricane Rescue 2]

"Has Disney said when [Pirates of the Caribbean 4] will be released?" Zhang Nan asked Johnny Depp.

After the fourth part of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series was filmed, Zhang Nan completely quit the fifth part. It is estimated that he will have to wait until the sixth part before Disney will pinch his nose and invite him back.

Youdao quit early and returned early, so Zhang Nan was a little concerned.

"Christmas show!" Johnny Depp said a little uncertainly, because he didn't know much about the specific content.

Zhang Nan raised his eyebrows when he heard this and said: "Then this year's Christmas season in North America will be lively, not much worse than the summer vacation season."

"Huh?" Johnny Depp was stunned for a moment without responding.

Zhang Nan explained: “As far as I know, Sony Columbia bought the copyright of [007] from MGM, and the release date of [007: Skyfall] is around the Christmas time, and it has a lot of momentum. , even I was invited to make a guest appearance.

Then Summit Entertainment’s final installment of the “Twilight” series will almost certainly be scheduled for this schedule.

There is also "The Hobbit", which is co-produced by New Line Cinema, Warner Pictures and MGM Pictures. It is expected that it will follow the same pattern as the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy and will be released on Christmas in December. files.

Including "Pirates of the Caribbean 4", how much worse would you say it is compared to the summer vacation? "

One blockbuster movie after another came out of Zhang Nan's mouth, and Johnny Depp listened without a doubt.

"But it doesn't matter. I am still starring in [Pirates of the Caribbean 4], and I have been a guest star in those films. I will definitely not give in to them in terms of schedule and box office, but the next one [Pirates of the Caribbean 5] will have to be shouldered by you. Get ready!" After patting Johnny Depp on the shoulder, Zhang Nan walked away.

Johnny Depp, who stayed where he was, felt the existence of pressure for the first time.

But fortunately, Johnny Depp's own character is here, and the pressure is not yet there, so he quickly adjusted.

Robert Downey Jr., who was speechless by the side, initially listened to Zhang Nan chatting with Johnny Depp about the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series.

I'm still a little envious of Johnny Depp for being able to follow Zhang Nan from the very beginning, steadily holding an important role in one of Hollywood's top series of blockbusters.

But when I heard the end, I felt a little lucky that he was not like Johnny Depp.

Otherwise, if you suddenly take over an IP with a series of films that have a global box office of one billion US dollars, the pressure is really great, and you may screw up, and your acting career will be blocked.

After all, it’s Hollywood~

Second chances are rarely given.

So at this time, Robert Downey Jr. suddenly felt that this guest collaboration model between himself and Zhang Nan seemed quite suitable.

then……

Robert Downey Jr. quickly stood up and followed behind Zhang Nan, and asked hurriedly: "Zhang, [Iron Man 3] has almost finished filming. When will you have time to go over and make a cameo?"

"Isn't it November and February as agreed~" Zhang Nan, who was walking in front, asked a little strangely.

Robert Downey Jr. smiled sarcastically.

……

Mid to late October.

Produced and distributed by 20th Century Fox and directed by Li An, "Life of Pi" has landed in North America.

However, the popularity is much lower than that of its famous film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", and its reputation is also inferior to that of "Brokeback Mountain" which won another Oscar.

It can only be said that although Li An is good at doing things, he still has some strength.

To be honest, Zhang Nan felt that Li An was a pity.

Because of Li'an's unique identity in the original time and space, coupled with his profound directorial skills.

So in the mainland entertainment industry, it is basically gaining fame and fortune with your eyes closed.

After all, there is no reason why Chen Wuji, who is so powerful, Chen Straw Hat, who is particularly good at accounting, and even Guo Xiaosi, who likes to plagiarize, can make money in the mainland industry for many years and still remain standing, but Li'an cannot.

But after the movie "Lust, Caution" came out, Li An basically said goodbye to the mainland entertainment industry - her butt was too crooked. Then naturally we can only turn closer to North America.

So after "Lust, Caution", he made another comedy movie "Making Woodstock".

It can only be said that Li An's talent in non-drama films is indeed not very good, and this film's box office was quite miserable.

Fortunately, Li An came to his senses immediately, and turned around to focus on the Asan region, which is highly appreciated by Europe and the United States, and the discussion of human nature.

Not surprisingly, it received investment from 20th Century Fox.

Then [Life of Pi] came out.

I have to say that Li An is indeed very good in terms of storytelling rhythm and lens language.

A story from the perspective of memories, shot very vividly and fascinatingly.

The box office results of more than 3000 million US dollars in the first five days are already very good.

If nothing else happens, if it follows the path of the original time and space, then it will earn more than 1.2 million U.S. dollars in North America and more than 6 million U.S. dollars at the global box office, which is basically stable.

But how could Zhang Nan prevent any accidents from happening to him.

It's not that Zhang Nannan wants to target Li'an, but that Li'an has caught up.

The share of the global movie market during this period is only that much box office.

If "Life of Pi" eats it, then Wu Jin's version of "Hurricane Rescue 2" will be less, and Zhang Nan's bonus will be less.

And with the popularity of the "Taken 2" series, it is obviously a way of seeking death for the Christmas season in November and February, so we have to go to other inferior movies and play a game of the jungle.

So the schedule suggestion given by Zhang Nan, Luc Besson, the man behind "Taken 2", and France TV was to release it the week after "Life of Pi" was released.

And "Rescue 2" was indeed released at this opportunity.

The only thing that makes people feel a little embarrassed is that it is not only Zhang Nan who wants to play such a trick, Spielberg also thought of it.

Yes.

Spielberg also produced a new movie this year, a flattering film about the correct path of North America - "Lincoln".

Spielberg also made this film in the original time and space, but it was because he had no other choice, so he tried to pull out celebrity biographies.

Today's Spielberg is different from the original time and space. He holds the right to direct the "Jurassic World" series and his reputation has soared. He made this film again to make up for the mainland origins he had previously co-produced with China Film. War Horse] project, some impacts on North America.

After all, North America is also very particular about its stance.

"Steven, you should discuss this with me. How embarrassing is it that two projects are colliding with each other like this? How bad is it?" After Zhang Nan learned about the situation, he immediately called Spielberg to complain.

Spielberg was unhappy when he heard this, "Should I discuss it with you? Do you know why I made this movie? Isn't it just to express my position? The previous cooperation with China Film Projects was just to make money. Now with me You think about it, won’t I make this film for nothing?”

Zhang Nan was speechless.

Because the various rules in North America are also very standardized.

You can do it or talk about it, but if you can't publicize it openly, that means you're not giving face.

Of course.

As long as the benefits are in place, it's not a problem.

But it is obvious that Spielberg, the old North American star-spangled banner, possesses the core qualities of most American people - not talking about money, it is easy to talk about everything.

(End of this chapter)