China Entertainment: I have been a director since 05

Chapter 128 Establishment of a New Company
Huayi.

Zhou Xun and Huang Xiaoming were chatting.

"Xiao Ming, have you seen that director Guan Ling is preparing for a new TV series again, casting for the whole network. He just announced the news of the movie a while ago, and now he is filming another movie, and it's Xiao Longnu. What do you think?"

The current situation really has something to do with the two of them.

Initially, it was Zhou Xun who was to play Xiao Long Nu in "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" with Guan Ling, but later the role was changed. Liu Yifei got involved and the role was lost.

At that time, Zhou Xun had already lost his fans for more than 100 days.

Everyone thought it was a done deal, so they just changed it.

So now, when Zhou Xun saw Liu Yifei signing a contract with Lingyun Media, he felt a little disturbed.

And Huang Xiaoming was even more unlucky.

At first, he was one of the first artists to collaborate with Guan Ling. However, when he joined Huayi, he just passed by his fellow countryman, the thickest thigh in the entire Chinese film history.

And he is also the male and female lead in "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" co-produced with Liu Yifei.

The development of both of them is not bad.

After Zhou Xun collaborated with Zhang Ziyi in "The Night Banquet", he won several Best Supporting Actress awards. This year, he also collaborated with Daniel Wu to film a romantic suspense movie "Mingming".
Box office... 460 million.

But Zhou Xunde's status is still here, and it hasn't declined much.

Huang Xiaoming is better. The release of "New Shanghai" at the beginning of the year made him completely popular. This year he also released several new songs, developed amphibiously in the film, television and music circles, and won the "All-round Artist Award".The ending song "Even If There Is No Tomorrow" in New Shanghai Beach has become a minor hit.

But compared to Tang Chuan in "Suspect", Huang Xiaoming has not appeared on the big screen again this year.

But how can we say that their development is good?
Especially after seeing Liu Yifei's "Hearing Girl" become a global hit, and now the other party suddenly joined Lingyun Media when "2012" became a hit on the Internet.

The mood can be imagined.

How complicated the two of them are.

Who in the entertainment industry wouldn't want to hug Guan Ling's lap?
"Sister Zhou, how do you think I should feel?" Huang Xiaoming looked silly and looked harmless.

"What do you think of Huayi? It's been three weeks since "Assembly" was released, and the box office has only exceeded 5000 million. There is no hope of returning the money."

"He shouldn't have not changed the schedule. The time for "2012" was set, and "Assembly" should have been changed, but he had to go head-to-head with others." Huang Xiaoming shook his head.

This is really a stupid move.

I thought I could make people sick by relying on my low cost, but I ended up eating a lot of shit.

Throughout Huayi, the pressure has been low during this period.

People's hearts are filled with panic.

Even those who can be said to be in charge now, men and women, are discussing this matter privately.

After the dispute between Guan Ling and Huayi, Huang Xiaoming once wanted to finish the contract. He was a relatively upright person and did not want to offend Guan Ling, but he also did not want to terminate the contract without reason. He originally wanted to continue like this. The current situation has made Huang Xiaoming's The mentality has also changed.

"Tell me, why is Director Guan so great? How can a movie be sold to this extent?" Zhou Xun said to himself.

“At the beginning, he said he would tear down Huayi’s golden brand,” Zhou Xun said. “I feel like he’s almost done it.”

"You can't say this. Although "Assembly" didn't make any money, Huayi's foundation is still there after all. It's not like that." Huang Xiaoming stopped Zhou Xun and spoke fluently.

But the two of them already had plans in their hearts.

"What a pity. Director Guan has so many dramas, TV movies, but we are all restricted by the contract company." Zhou Xun couldn't help but get angry.

This feeling of being able to only watch but not participate made her very uncomfortable.

Especially after Huayi's recent TV series and movies have hit a wall, the entire company is very impetuous.

What's more, there are actors who directly call out Huayi. He doesn't use Guan Guan, who first won an Oscar and then won nearly [-] million U.S. dollars in box office around the world before the eyes of Huayi actors.

It's like a wall has been erected in their path forward in the entertainment industry.

They can't even use their strength.

Huang Xiaoming also hesitated for a while and sighed.

We can only wait and see Huayi's subsequent reaction, otherwise this company will not wait.

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The rehearsal scene of the Spring Festival Gala of the Chinese literary and art circles.

Zhang Jiani is preparing her own show, a song "Ode to Red Plum Blossoms".

Zhang Jiani saw the news on the Internet.

"The director's first TV series under Lingyun Media will be filmed soon!"

Zhang Jiani's eyes suddenly lit up. She hesitated and called Mu Tingting.

"Tingting, have you seen the news about Director Guan's new TV series? How about we submit the roles together?"

She didn't dare to contact Guan Ling by herself.

But with Mu Tingting, she was willing.

She knew very well that the industry's desire for Guan to direct TV series must be very high, so her only advantage may be that she knows him, and Tingting seems to be relatively familiar with him.

"I saw it, but I probably won't participate in it. The role is not suitable for me." Mu Tingting said.

What she was thinking about was the "Peacock Feather" that Guan Ling was talking about, and Liu Yifei's film, in her opinion, was obviously the price she paid to sign Liu Yifei's contract.

"Then I'll submit the role myself." Zhang Jiani thought about it and didn't want to give up this opportunity. "Can you tell me something about Tingting?"

"It doesn't work if I tell you. Didn't you add Director Guan's QQ last time? Ask yourself." Mu Tingting said, "Come on, Jiani."

hang up the phone.

After Zhang Jiani finished her rehearsal, she was thinking about how to start a new topic with Director Guan.

To put it bluntly, the character seems too bad.

As for congratulations, I have congratulated him a while ago.

"What are we talking about?"

As a girl from Chengdu, Zhang Jiani is not shy at all. On the contrary, she is quite a social figure.

Suddenly, she saw the QQ chat history between herself and Director Guan.

"Dark thighs..."

Zhang Jiani was stunned as she looked at these words.

After hesitating for a while, Zhang Jiani made up her mind and sent a photo to Guan Ling.

Guan Ling only saw the news when he went back at night.

Turn on the computer and see the picture.

The black fishnet stockings on top made Xiao Guan Ling raise her head suddenly.

This little girl is worthy of going to see the Crazy Horse Show!Not only will I go to the show, but it looks like I might even be able to perform in a show!

This is really a show!
Thinking of this, Guan Ling felt a little regretful. He was quite good-looking, but he had to do such a thing. He and Sister Antetokounmpo would end up together in the future. Are you happy?

But nothing happened now, but after Guan Ling thought about it carefully, she still couldn't let her act in the TV series.

However, you can make an investment by investing in shares, etc. When the time comes, your phone will be confiscated and no evidence will be left. It can be regarded as leaving some thoughts for this little Ni'er.

I guessed why the other party suddenly contacted me at this moment.

Guan Ling thought for a while and decided to let her go first.

…………

"Director Guan, I saw what you said about Yangliu. Thank you."

"I'm just being obedient. I invested in the movie. You're welcome."

"Director Guan is so popular right now. If I say this, I have already earned it."

Jiang Wen called, "Although to outsiders, your words may seem like a nice word, but they certainly don't understand you better than I do. This play must be the pinnacle of ingenuity and plot."

"How are you doing, Kanjingkan? You've been preparing for a long time. If you feel the same, let's start shooting." Guan Ling said,

"I'm still counting on you to attract more directors to my company."

Guan Ling has already made the industry understand the horror of Lingyun Media.

The third week has just passed, and the global box office of "2012" has exceeded 6.5 million US dollars.If the initial advertiser share is included, the overall revenue has exceeded US$[-] million.

In China, the box office of "2012" has exceeded 5.9 million, just shy of the [-] million mark.

Not only production companies in the industry, but even netizens are excited about it.

Everyone is wondering how far this drama can reach.

In addition, Guan Ling and Ning Hao are also in the [-] million yuan club. Recently, there has been vague news in the industry. Director Ning wants to make a movie to practice his skills first. Now the industry is very accurate about the news in Lingyun Media. , it is said that the seventh-rank official in front of the prime minister's door, and now at the front desk of Lingyun Media, there are sometimes people giving small gifts or something.

In this case, if Jiang Wen is added and promoted by Guan Ling to become the director of the billion-dollar club, the appeal in China can be imagined.

A while ago, "The Sun Also Rises" only made 1600 million at the box office, and there was a series of incomprehensible comments online.

As an art film, the box office of this movie may not be anything.But as a Jiang Wen production, the box office performance made investors want to block him.

Jiang Wen has always been highly anticipated.But he is a stream-of-consciousness director. He knows what he doesn’t want, but what he wants can only be described in illusory language.

So this movie really had a big impact on him a while ago.

Fortunately, "Let the Bullets Fly" gave him a new goal.

"Director Guan's words put pressure on me. I have to strive to make this drama a classic!" Jiang Wen laughed.

"Kanjing is almost finished, and filming will start after the new year. What, when the time comes, does Director Guan want to give me a favor and be a producer for me, or have a guest role or something?"

"Producer?" Director Guan asked in surprise, "Who doesn't know that even the executive director of your movie is just a decoration? Don't fool me into working for free. Not to mention the guest role. I'm busy and don't have time."

"Okay." Jiang Wen also understood that as soon as this Hollywood drama comes out, there will definitely be contact with Director Guan in North America, and Guan Ling will definitely be very busy by then.

It's time to hang up the phone.

Jiang Wen couldn't help but said:

"Director Guan, I usually speak straightforwardly. I didn't want to join in the fun and send you a congratulatory message to Director Guan a while ago. I felt that there was something wrong with the plot, and I couldn't appreciate it. I felt that in addition to the special effects, there were also special effects. But this time I finished listening. I realized your interview on CCTV [-]! When the call came, I thought I’d better say something, brother, your movie is really awesome.”

"Okay, when your movie is finished, I will also praise you for your awesomeness."

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"Guan, I heard from Cheng Long that your next movie will be a Chinese-language film?"

Gai Naote called in a hurry. He had been very busy before, so he didn't pay much attention to Guan Ling's news.

After knowing this, Gai Naote panicked.

Now Guan Ling's position within [-]th Century Fox is already among the top directors, and both movies have made huge profits.

The Big Six are not afraid of investment, they are afraid of investing in meat buns and beating dogs.

But it is obvious that Guan Ling is a treasure trove.

[-]th Century Fox has recently studied its upcoming projects and wants to let Guan Ling try filming the movie "X-Men Origins: Wolverine".

But just after the internal discussion, Gaylot learned this extremely regrettable news.

"Yes, I am planning to make a Chinese-language movie. Taking advantage of the impact of the special effects in the "2012" movie on Chinese film history, it will completely ignite the Chinese people's enthusiasm for movies!"

"But the Chinese box office market is not as good as North America after all, and there is also a big gap in the global distribution of Chinese-language films. Guan, your choice must be the worst choice." Gai Naote was very puzzled, and he really wanted to give advice. Guan Ling avoided the idea of ​​making a Chinese-language film.

After all, he is now the hottest actor in Hollywood.

Why should it be limited to the one-third of an acre of land in China?

"I know what you mean." Guan Ling said firmly, "But Chinese movies also need to develop. No matter how good I am in Hollywood, it will not be the development of Chinese movies. Because I am in Hollywood, the movies I shoot must be in English. works in the primary language.”

Guan Ling has always insisted on moving forward on the road of commercial films. First, he does not want to make literary films based on the suffering of the Chinese people to win awards, although this is also an effective way to make money.

Second, Guan Ling sincerely wants to make Chinese-language films go on an upward and forward path.

Only when people know that movies can make money, the number of people in this industry will increase. When the number increases, this industry will become bigger and bigger.

All of this requires an audience, and the lives of the audience are getting better all the time.

This is where Guan Ling's confidence lies.

"If so, it's really a pity. I originally wanted you to shoot "Wolverine". If you are willing, this may be your first time taking over a Marvel movie." Gai Naote heard Guan Ling's determination, Sighing there again and again.

"You are the person who knows me best. Am I short of a "Wolverine"?" Guan Ling said.

Guyot held his head and yelled, "I almost forgot, you have countless movie scripts!"

"You and I have been busy for almost half a year. "2012" was a hit. How much money did you earn?" Guan Ling asked.

"Speaking of this, I have to express my high respect to you. Because of you, I earned 300 million US dollars in fees for this movie. Guan, if you come to the United States again, I will treat you to the purest red sofa. , if you are not from the Hollywood circle, you won’t be able to get in.”

There was a strange laugh over there.

"Wait a minute... I know the term "red sofa". Doesn't it mean that there is a relationship between the actor and the director? What do you mean?" Director Guan became really curious.

"Guan, you don't think that only directors can communicate intimately with those female stars, do you? They often start partying on the red sofa, just like the Crazy Horse Show in France. It's probably like that. Insiders in the industry always share girlfriends. "Gai Naote gave Guan Ling more knowledge.

I don't read much, so don't lie to me.

Guan Ling was shocked by Gai Naote's word "shared girlfriend". This has not yet come to future generations. The word "sharing" has come out now?
Moreover, is there really such a red sofa party? How come there is no news about it in the previous life?

That's too exciting!

I really want to tell these people, why are you doing this?Why don't you take me with you... just because you're afraid of getting sick.

"Gainaote, let's not talk about this for now, let's talk about work." Guan Ling extended the invitation, "I originally wanted to invite you, but I think the results of the movie "2012" may make it impossible for you to Hesitantly abandoned Fox.

Guyot, you've seen my scripts, so are you interested in joining my independent film production company?

I know that you are very experienced and know everything about film production and distribution, but you have always lacked independent opportunities.

Therefore, I sincerely invite you to join me.In the future, Nolan will also promote my company.

Your annual salary and share will only be higher than now.I'll offer you a base annual salary of $100 million.

And when there is a project, whether it is the distribution of my Chinese-language film outside of East Asia, or the global distribution of a Hollywood film, it is up to you to help me negotiate it.And you will get 2% of the North American or global box office share.how? "

There was sudden silence on Gailot's side.

He came to persuade Guan Ling, but he didn't expect that Guan Ling turned his back and wanted to poach him.

And the treatment is high enough.Much higher than he thought.

Although he earned 2012 million with "300", Gai Naote knew very well that he could only get this bonus because he was Guan Ling's producer, and for Guan Ling, this producer could be replaced.

Because from the filming of the movie to the final film, he is a step-by-step tool man.

The global box office of "Hearing Girl" finally reached more than 2 million U.S. dollars. If calculated according to Guan Ling's algorithm, he will receive more than 100 million U.S. dollars in remuneration.

Fox only gave him $50.

What's more, there is also the basic salary of annual salary.

Guyot asked, "What do you mean when you say Nolan will promote your company?"

Guan Ling talked a little about "Inception".

Guyot finally understood why Nolan appeared at the premiere of "2012".

He was stunned for a moment.

"You mean, Nolan wants to personally cooperate with you to co-produce a movie?" Guyot looked confused.

Who is Nolan?

Self-esteem is very high.

Hollywood is notoriously obsessed with live action.

Such people are quite conceited, how could they be willing to be in tune with others?
But he really showed a cooperative attitude.

After listening to Guan Ling's words, Gainaote no longer hesitated.

"Guan, you have to know that it is very unethical to seduce others with money."

"But for me, I love your amorality so much that if I could, I'd like you to be a little more badass. A little more aggressive about poaching Fox. I'd be so excited that I cry!"

"In order to prevent you from crying, I'm wondering if I should deduct some of your annual salary." Guan Ling said.

"you dare!"

Gai Naote jumped on the other end of the phone, "We in the United States have gun licenses!"

Shit, Guan Ling was startled and almost forgot about this.

Free America.

Shootings every day.

"What should we name our company?" Guyot had already quickly devoted himself to his new job.

"I haven't decided yet." Guan Ling interrupted Gai Naote, "How about FBL Pictures?"

"I'll knock it, cowhide." Gai Nao Te shouted holy shit.

The name did scare him.

"You might as well just call CIA, camera in Asia." Guyot also joked back.

"Forget it, I think it's better to be in line with my company in China!" Guan Ling stopped joking.
The company in China is called Lingyun.

The theater chain company we cooperate with is called Dadi Lingyun.

Sea, land and air are just one sea away.

"Call Motian Lingyun!" Guan Ling confirmed the name.

Thirty thousand miles of river flows eastward into the sea, and five thousand miles of mountains reach the sky!
"Motian Lingyun?" Gai Naote was puzzled, "This name is very convoluted."

"Don't worry about it for now, Gai Naote. Now, I will assign you the first task. Every time I arrive in the United States, you will hire bodyguards for me. I don't want to be shot in the United States!"

"The United States is very safe, really." Gai Naote shouted, "You can't have stereotypes about our free country. This is not good, Guan!"

(End of this chapter)