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Chapter 859: "Mars" premiere and the upcoming tough battle. [Two in one]

The red carpet for the premiere of "The Martian" stretched from Wangfujing Street all the way to the entrance of Star Media International Cinema, and the media areas on both sides were already crowded with cameras.

The weather in Beijing was clear and crisp during the National Day. The five-star red flags fluttered in the wind on both sides of the streets, echoing the Chinese flag planted on the surface of Mars in the movie poster.

Sun Yi stood at the end of the red carpet, wearing a well-fitting black suit, and was holding Liu Yifei, Guo Fan and Zhang Yi's arms as they accepted interviews from the media.

The four were surrounded by the media, with flashes of light flashing one after another.

"First of all, congratulations on the premiere of The Martian today! Director Guo, this film took two years from preparation to release. As the second film in the Starry Sky Sci-Fi series, you were chosen as the director of the film. What do you think is the biggest challenge?"

The first question was very aggressive. On the surface, it was asking about the challenges Guo Fan faced as a filmmaker, but secretly it was asking why he felt he could succeed Sun Yi and direct such a big science fiction film, and who gave him the courage.

Sun Yi heard it, but he still kept smiling. He really wanted to hear how Guo Fan would answer.

Guo Fan took the microphone from the host, thought for a moment, and then replied seriously:

"To be honest, the biggest challenge is our CEO Sun. The first movie, Gravity, was so successful that I was afraid it would ruin the company's reputation."

"When the company finalized the script for The Martian, I was already involved. But when Mr. Sun said that I would be the director, I was stunned. Such a big project was handed over to a young and unknown director. To be honest, I never thought of it."

"But Mr. Sun told me, what's wrong with being a young director? He is still a young director now. Because he is young, he can accept new technologies and new ideas faster. So as long as he is willing to work hard, he doesn't need to be afraid. He should stick to his heart and shoot bravely and boldly."

"So, in order to live up to Mr. Sun's high expectations of me, I bravely accepted this project. From film preparation, casting, shooting to post-production, I followed the whole process and did not dare to slack off even a little bit. Now that the film is out, I dare not say that I have made a classic, but I am very confident that the film will satisfy everyone."

Guo Fan's answer was flawless. It not only expressed Sun Yi's appreciation for him, but also highlighted his own efforts. It can be said to be a standard interview dialogue.

The reporters didn't expect that they would find nothing out about the new director Guo Fan.

I thought he would speak without thinking because of nervousness, but in the end he gave an answer that was almost a standard answer.

Sun Yi was very satisfied, not only with Guo Fan, but also with the company's public relations department.

You know, for premieres or various large-scale media events, Star Sky’s public relations department will provide advance training to the participants, specifically simulating questions from these media reporters to avoid being caught in any loopholes and making a fuss.

"Director Sun, may I ask why you chose Director Guo Fan to shoot The Martian?"

The reporters directed their criticism at Sun Yi.

Unexpectedly, Sun Yi's answer was very straightforward.

"Because he is suitable and capable of making a good movie."

"Director Sun, as the producer of this film, what are your expectations for the box office of this film? How does it compare to the previous film, Gravity?"

“I believe that the box office of The Martian will not be worse than that of Gravity.”

Sun Yi's answer caused the media reporters present to exclaim in surprise.

Last year, "Gravity", the first work of the Star Space Sci-Fi Trilogy, had a domestic box office of over 12 billion yuan. Although "The Martian" has the nature of a sequel and will attract fans of the first film, the director and the leading actor have been changed, but Sun Yi is still so confident.

In the eyes of these reporters, Star Sky’s most successful products are commercial films, and in this area, Sun Yi is a golden signboard. They don’t think highly of others.

Of course, these words cannot be said openly. After all, it is still the premiere and no one would go that far.

Next, the reporters turned their attention to Zhang Yi, asked about his performance in the movie, and then started looking for Liu Yifei.

"Yifei, hello, I see in the poster of The Martian that you are only making a guest appearance, but I heard that your role is very important. Can you share with us what role you play in the movie?"

Today, Liu Yifei is wearing a Chanel haute couture dress, which is said to be designed specifically for her by the chief designer of Greater China.

At the Hundred Flowers Awards two days ago, Liu Yifei won the Best Actress award. Her bold confession-like statement when she received the award instantly made her a celebrity. These days, all major media outlets have been reporting on her photos from that night.

Even Dior's haute couture products became popular.

Although there is an exemption clause, Chanel is also a little uneasy. It can lose to anyone, but not to Dior.

Their two families are old enemies.

Therefore, they contacted Star Sky urgently and mobilized the top production team to work around the clock for 48 hours to rush out the dress for today's premiere, and they insisted on letting Liu Yifei wear it.

The dress is based on ivory silk satin, and the upper body adopts a three-dimensional herringbone corset design that fits her slender waist. The neckline is embellished with hand-sewn Austrian crystals, which reflect tiny starlight under the spotlight.

The hem of the skirt adopts an asymmetrical design, with a neat straight line cut on the left side and three layers of gradient tulle draped on the right side. Each layer of tulle is embroidered with Chanel's iconic camellia totem with silver thread, which flows like moonlight when walking.

Just now when she turned around to face the media in front of the autograph wall, the tulle on her skirt poured out like a galaxy, and she looked like a muse walking out of an oil painting. The cameras in the hands of the reporters never stopped for a moment.

If today wasn't the premiere of "The Martian", the reporters would still have maintained a bit of principle and would have interviewed her alone long ago. It wouldn't matter whether it was a movie or not.

At this moment, Liu Yifei took the microphone from the host and smiled sweetly to the audience.

"I play a staff member of the Earth Command Center, responsible for remote communication with Zhang Yi's character. I don't have many scenes, but it is also very important. I can be regarded as a 'spiritual pillar'." After saying that, she paused, and then smiled playfully: "Here's a hint for everyone, combine it with 'Gravity'~"

"Is that Dr. Liu from Gravity?"

The reporters began to ask more questions, but Liu Yifei just smiled and said nothing. The host came out and said politely to the reporters, "Okay, friends from the media, the premiere is about to begin. This phase of the interview ends here. We will give you more time after the premiere."

After saying this, the reporters surrounding the four people retreated in disappointment.

Sun Yi and his companions began to walk towards the screening hall.

Guo Fan wiped the sweat off his forehead carefully. In fact, he was very nervous and not as calm as he appeared to be.

Come to think of it, which director would invest more than 1 million yuan in his second film? Sun Yi didn’t even have such treatment back then.

He was afraid that he didn't do it well enough.

"Lao Guo, relax. If I say yes, then there must be no problem."

Sun Yi comforted him as they walked.

Sun Yi has seen the final version of "The Martian", and it basically maintains the plot of the original work, except that the Americans and the Chinese are swapped.

And finally, the rocket used is from Russia.

Of course, there are still scenes featuring Americans in the film. The Mars rover that Zhang Yi used to reconnect with Earth after losing contact on Mars was also American.

They provided the Chinese Space Agency with the communication program for the Mars rover.

The great unity of the people of the world is the main theme.

When we arrived at the screening room, movie fans had already started to come in one after another.

Guo Fan and Zhang Yi would be on stage for the premiere event soon, so they went backstage first, while Sun Yi took Liu Yifei to find their seats.

Unexpectedly, he saw Han Sanping sitting in the front row. He also saw Sun Yi and waved to him deliberately.

"Xixi, Mr. Han called me. I'll go over first. You stay here for a while."

"Yeah, it's okay, you go ahead, I'll go backstage to see Sister Yu."

"okay."

Yu Feihong is the captain of the team in "The Martian" and, in a sense, she is also the heroine.

Sun Yi came to Han Sanping and sat down next to him.

When the two of them sat there, a small vacuum area was formed for a moment. Those who were not of high "class" were very conscious and no one dared to get close to them.

Han Sanping had arrived a long time ago. After all, China Film was one of the investors of this movie. However, there were too many reporters and he had no intention of accepting interviews, so he came in first.

"I haven't congratulated you yet, Best Director."

Han Sanping had a joking look on his face.

"Third Master, look at what you said, you are making fun of me again."

"I'm right. I've noticed these past two days that the headlines on all the major news pages are all about you and Xiao Liu."

"I can't control this media matter. I'm already low-key enough." Sun Yi replied with a wry smile.

"By the way, Third Master, please tell me how much you can give me for this screening. I'll have a better idea of ​​what you can get."

"Didn't you decide that it was no worse than Gravity? Why do you lose confidence now?"

"Isn't this curiosity?"

Sun Yi felt helpless. This old man actually knew what he had just said to the reporter so quickly.

Han Sanping smiled and waved his hands, "I won't tease you anymore. The opening was 40% full, and the attendance rate has been increasing since then. So how is it? Are you satisfied?"

Sun Yi was delighted when he heard this and nodded repeatedly, "Satisfied, satisfied, very satisfied."

Forty percent, and it’s starting from the release date. This treatment is basically the same as that of Zhang Yimou and the young poet.

Although the old man always does some nonsense, but when there is something to do, he really does it.

awesome!

Among the films currently released during the National Day holiday, there are only three that are of some interest to Sun Yi.

One is "Tai Chi 1: From Zero" produced by Huayi and starring Liang Jiahui, one is the suspense film "Double Exposure" starring Fan Bingbing and Feng Shaofeng, and the last one is "Tongquetai" starring the girl from the original time and space.

This time, Liu Yifei did not participate, and Changying and Guangguang chose baby instead.

Because of Huang Xiaoming's early official announcement and various preparations, baby emerged in the circle earlier than in the original time and space, and her traffic is no less inferior.

But the acting is still worrying.

None of these three movies can compete with "The Martian". Instead of wasting the screening time on them, it would be better to save Starry Sky some money.

In addition, when thinking of "The Bronze Sparrow Tower", Sun Yi naturally recalled the girl's ancient costume in the play.

Although the movie is average, my wife is still a good fighter.

It seems like I haven’t seen the girl in ancient costume for a long time, and there haven’t been any movies of that type for a long time.

No, when I get home tonight, I have to let her try it no matter what. There are so many ancient-style dresses in the closet, I can't just leave them there to have a baby.

It’s useful and of great use.

Han Sanping had no idea what was going on in Sun Yi's mind at the moment, but when he saw him looking so happy, he thought it was because of the screening rate of "The Martian".

He changed his expression and said in a slightly serious tone, "I'm almost ready for this profit-sharing negotiation. I'll send a notice to all the major theater chains after the National Day holiday."

Sun Yi's fingertips trembled, and his mind cleared up instantly. He probably wouldn't feel anything even if Liu Yifei wore a small bib.
No, this one still smells delicious.

Other styles, other styles.

Sun Yi looked at Han Sanping with a bitter face.

No wonder the screening rate is 40% right from the start this time, it turns out it is right here.

It seems that they are giving me a sweet treat first and then asking me to charge forward and fight for my life.

Han Sanping seemed to understand Sun Yi's expression and laughed: "China Film Group will provide the backup, and Starry Sky will charge forward. You young people are full of vigor and we old guys will support you from behind."

Although Han Sanping had given Sun Yi a "vaccination" before because of this profit-sharing negotiation, he was still a little hesitant at this moment.

"Director Han."

"Don't try to persuade me." Han Sanping waved his hand. "Just think of this as the last bit of obsession of an old man like me."

"Of course, I'm not forcing you. Think about it and give me a reply. Our friendship is our friendship, and nothing else is involved. Okay, go ahead. Xiao Liu must be getting impatient. Let's hold the premiere first. I'll wait for your letter."

".Okay then, Mr. Han, I'll go over first."

Sun Yi did not agree immediately. Although this matter involved many aspects, Sun Yi decided that he needed to consider it carefully.

When Liu Yifei saw Sun Yi again, she clearly felt that something was wrong with him, and her brows were deeply furrowed.

"Brother, what's wrong with you? Did Mr. Han say something?" Liu Yifei asked worriedly.

Sun Yi hesitated to speak. Just as he was about to open his mouth, the lights in the screening room suddenly dimmed.

This time, the premiere arranged the interactive session between the media and the main creative staff after the movie screening.

"It's okay, Xixi, let's watch a movie first, and I'll talk to you when we get back." Sun Yi grabbed Liu Yifei's hand and comforted her in a low voice.

Liu Yifei nodded gently, "Then be sure to tell me when you get home, don't let me worry."

Sun Yi pressed Liu Yifei's palm with his fingertips to show that he understood.

The lights in the screening room dimmed and the familiar dragon logo appeared on the screen.

Sun Yi looked at the big screen, but his mind was on the tough battle after the National Day holiday. He knew that this was not only about the interests of Starry Sky Image, but also likely to change the landscape of the entire film industry.

(End of this chapter)