China Entertainment: I have been a director since 05

Chapter 375 Brother Chen Kai with a sullen face: Director Guan, you have to let me learn from you!
There were many people at the premiere of "Ip Man 2", but due to the absence of Guan Ling, it was far from as lively as before.

But after the 108-minute movie was finished, it naturally became the hottest news on the Internet on the first day of November.

Many of the audience who attended the premiere had very clear attitudes and bright smiles after watching the movie, and most of them had positive comments about the movie!
"Yen Tsz-kan versus Sammo Hung, the fight scenes in Ip Man 2 are worth the money! Following the fight between the two in 2005's SPL, the audience is once again in for a treat, with real punches on the screen!"

“It’s better than Ip Man, with more than ten fight scenes, big and small, and the action scenes completely control the rhythm of the film!”

"After 'I Want to Fight Ten', it reaches another peak. On the round table, Ip Man fights alone against the heroes! According to our website, the round table scene only has a few shots and took more than eight days to shoot!"

"Wilson Yip made a bold statement at the premiere that the box office of Ip Man 2 will break the million mark!"

"Eastern martial arts completely crush Western fighting! Ip Man 2 once again awakens the long-lost national sentiment in the hearts of the audience! Ip Man established his prestige in one battle, and his chanting of spring is unrivaled in the world!"

"If any master thinks I'm not qualified, I'm ready to show off! What an adrenaline-pumping action movie!"

"For the sake of living, I can tolerate it. But insulting our Chinese martial arts is not acceptable!"

Many comments appeared on the Internet, attracting many attentions in an instant.

In fact, most people who like the "Ip Man" series have a certain love for kung fu movies. Take Sammo Hung for example, many people think that he is just a fat man who doesn't know how to box.

But in fact, he is a genuine inheritor of Hung Gar, and in Hong Kong, Jackie Chan also calls him "Big Brother".

As for Zhen Zidan, Wu Jing, Zhao Wenzhuo and others, who dares to say that they can beat the young Sammo Hung?
Some fans of Kung Fu movies know this.
However, the movie "Ip Man 2" does not attract all fans of kung fu movies, but everyone can understand it.

After all, it’s Master Hong inside.

It’s really classic!
Moreover, Huang Xiaoming's supporting role was also very brilliant. Many people claimed that the eldest disciple Huang Liang, played by Huang Xiaoming, had a cute personality and was hilarious. Although he had no martial arts experience, he had plenty of experience in getting beaten.

The comedy elements also make people laugh.

On the Internet, many netizens who have not seen the film have begun to ask questions frantically, wanting to know whether the film is good or not.

"looks good!"

"How beautiful is it? Can you tell me?"

"It's not interesting anymore, it's better than Aftershock."

Okay, this comment was made quickly enough, and it feels like it was directed entirely at the person, with the taunting skills maxed out.

After all, although the box office of "Aftershock" exceeded 600 million, the online criticism was getting more and more fierce. Many viewers realized it later and thought that they were cheated of their movie ticket money and their kindness and touching moments.

………………

After the premiere.

Various news media followed suit.
Some people claim that this movie continues the violent conflict in the previous film, defending the dignity of the Chinese people. After killing a Japanese officer, he fled Foshan with his wife and children, settled in Hong Kong, and opened a school to teach disciples!
This makes the rhythm of this movie exactly the same as the first one.
In addition, it knows how to tell stories and use pictures better than "Fist of Fury", and many film critics believe that this movie is a real action feast!

"Please applaud consciously. In The Siege of the City, Chinese people fight against Chinese people, so it doesn't make any sense. Add to that the revolutionary tribute, and it feels very boring. But as long as it's about the hatred between Chinese and foreigners, I, the audience, must come to help!"

"The fighting scenes are realistic, violent, bloody and cruel. There is no Jackie Chan-style humor or Jet Li-style grace. But when these are used on those purely hateful ethnic enemies, it just makes people feel satisfied, happy and relieved! The applause at the movie was thunderous!"

"Hong Kong has returned to China, but Ip Man will still beat up the British guy in the movie!"

"Among all the action movies this year, Ip Man 2 is definitely a sincere work. I even think that if this series continues to develop, it may become a replica of the Taken series in China!"

Zhen Zidan was so dazzled by the comments from netizens that when he was interviewed, he seemed to have forgotten how the netizens of "Ip Man" scolded him a few days ago.

"My acting relies on a single word. My fighting scenes are absolutely leading the trend, with every punch hitting the flesh. In the film, there are a total of four major fighting scenes, but I played the lead role in three of them, namely, rescuing a disciple at a fish stall, the round table showdown, and the showdown with the British boxing champion. The box office and awards of the first season are the greatest affirmation of this series. Of course, the pressure of the sequel is great, but I think both I and the main creative team have done the best in this film.

Some people asked me before whether I felt any pressure when filming Ip Man, since director Wong Ka-wai had previously filmed a version of Ip Man.

But I think, maybe from now on, they should be the ones who feel the pressure!
For me, this film series has surpassed the height of "Once Upon a Time in China"! "

"I am a sincere person, not a narcissistic person. In the past, many people ignored me simply because I did not have the box office proof. But now, Ip Man, as a symbol, a legend, a relatively complete image of a master that has been established on the screen, is very close to the hearts of the audience."

“Fighting scenes are not satisfying to me, and I never find the feeling of being satisfied.

I respect the creative space of martial arts instructors. I recognize the creations and fighting designs of Sammo Hung, but I pay more attention to the overall function. I just express myself and turn them into actions with my own style. This may be something that others cannot do. "

"People call me the money-making king of 2009, but that's not too exaggerated. I'm still negotiating a lot of movies, including a new movie directed by Chen Kexin and Journey to the West. Next year, I'll be working on a new movie with Thai boxing champion Tony Jaa."

In the interview footage, Zhen Zidan smiled widely, revealing his white teeth.

Ever since "Ip Man" became a hit, his salary has reached 2000 million RMB, reaching the highest value in the universe. This is why Huang Xiaoming had to play a supporting role for him in this movie.

In fact, among these recent movies, only "Fist of Fury" was contracted for 1600 million RMB, while "Ip Man 2" had a contract signed before. After the first film reached the box office requirements, Zhen Zidan only received a salary of 1000 million RMB.

But only the creators know these details.

Guan Ling also thought that perhaps Zhen Zidan's request for a price increase, including spreading rumors on the Internet that he was not going to shoot a third film, was to put pressure on Lingyun Media.

……

"In fact, these two weeks are the most important. After two weeks, with the pressure from multiple movies, no one knows whether Ip Man 2 can fully withstand it."

Chen Guofu talked to Guan Ling.

As a producer, Chen Kuo-fu is well aware that letting "Ip Man 2" compete with "Resident Evil 4" and "Harry Potter 7" will not give him an advantage.

He believes that the greatest publicity will have to happen within these two weeks.

Zhen Zidan’s promotion claimed that there would be no third part, which caused a certain amount of heat, but no one knew how much of an impact it would have on the box office.

“Also, Zhen Zidan’s request for a higher salary is not excessive. His current worth is 1000 million, and the salary we gave him for the second season was the one we signed in the first season, which was only million.

He also explained that if a third film was shot, he said he would reflect on himself to the media, claiming that he thought there would be no follow-up, but Ling Yun's script moved him, and there were several rounds of publicity. I think what he said makes sense.

If he disagrees, he may not be willing to follow the large-scale roadshow promotion. He asked to sign a priority agreement for the third film as much as possible, with a reasonable salary. "

Chen Guofu talked to Guan Ling about Zhen Zidan's opinion on the phone.

"Reasonable pay?" Guan Ling couldn't help laughing. In the future, pay will be higher and higher. How much is a reasonable pay for Zhen Zidan? This is a matter of argument.

As the boss of a film company, Guan Ling doesn't really care about these costs, because the box office can make back the costs and even be worth the money.

However, as a director, Zhen Zidan's own remarks during the roadshow promotion process showed his uncontrollable nature.

This problem exists because the artist is not a contracted artist of the company.

"Let's talk about this later. I'll ask about this myself."

Guan Ling was flipping through the news about Zhen Zidan's interview, and looked at the sentence "Maybe no one else can do it except me" and seemed to be thinking about something.

……

"Director Guan, how are you going to ask?"

At this moment, Guan Ling was sitting in a private room in Hollywood, thinking, his eyes straight and without any expression.

And Fan Bingbing, who was in front of him, seemed dissatisfied with Guan Ling's expressionless face.

She tried harder, wanting Guan Ling to become the two generals. Taking advantage of the break, she curiously asked Guan Ling what he meant.

Fan Bingbing is very familiar with Zhen Zidan. After all, they have worked together before. This person is quite narcissistic and always acts like a big brother in the crew, as if everyone has to revolve around him.

The reason she was curious was that she was very clear about what had been happening in the country in the past few days, and Guan Ling's attitude was obviously somewhat unhappy.

"Ask? What the hell?"

Guan Ling stroked Fan Bingbing's silky hair, and pushed the hair that fell beside her ears behind her ears, revealing her round face, which was already slightly red.

“There are always people who think that they can’t do without him, they can’t do without him.

In fact, in this entertainment industry, it will all be the same no matter who is gone. If I, Guan Ling, am not around, will you stop filming?

Or you can't be popular anymore?"

Guan Ling couldn't help but be amazed at this technique.

There will be no collision between lips and teeth, and no vomiting after going around in circles.

This is already considered outstanding.

"No, the entertainment industry can do without anyone except you."

Fan Bingbing's eyes were full of charm and he got into her rhythm again.

Guan Ling exclaimed it was the best.

Then, after fading away lightly, there was a vast expanse of snow-white, trembling darkly for half the night.

……

When the box office of Ip Man 2 began to soar, the hearts of everyone in the industry were shaking like the trembling Snow White.

I thought the film market would be cold, but the first day box office of "Ip Man 2" completely made the hearts of theater owners tremble!
"The first day box office was 2176 million, and Ip Man 2 had a great start!"

"Over 100 million yuan in box office in five days! A promising work for Chinese action movies! Compared with Chen Zhen, Ip Man is a huge contrast between a sincere action movie and a brainless superhero movie!"

"According to industry estimates, Wilson Yip's claim that Ip Man 2 has grossed over 3 million is not groundless!"

"Screenwriter Guan Ling, you are always trustworthy! Not only can he produce thought-provoking and moving works of humanity that are screened at the three major European and Oscar awards, but he also produces action-packed movies based on the Chinese market that make people applaud! And this kind of fast food is also the cornerstone of the development of Chinese-language films!"

The news of the five-day box office reached Han Sanpin's ears, and he couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.

Wilson Yip, does he really have a chance to break 300 million?

The words "over 100 million in at least five days" are really eye-catching.

"Tell me, why is it that even in the most unpopular schedules, it doesn't seem to work for movies that Guan Ling is involved in?"

There was a cup of hot tea on the table. Han Sanpin picked it up and took a sip, then couldn't help shaking his head.

It’s okay that Guan Ling is just awesome.

Is your script really that great?

There are so many Hong Kong directors, which one of them can break 300 million in the mainland box office?

Even Wu Baige can’t do it!

Xu Laoguai does count, but he has long since sold himself to Ling Yun. What is the sequel he made? After "The Empire of Heaven", "The Dragon King of the Capital of Gods"!
That's a team with a box office of over 400 million.

As for Wilson Yip, these are two scripts that he typed out himself!
You have to know that Brother Chen Kai and Zhang Yimou now have 300 million?

No!
Han Sanpin couldn't help but be a little surprised.

A big satellite. Guan Ling is not in the mainland, but he can always launch a satellite of moderate size in the mainland.

But this news is definitely a huge benefit for directors!
He could imagine how many directors would flock to Lingyun Media!

……

the second week,
The box office of "Ip Man 2" is still skyrocketing. In 11 days, it has grossed 2.08 million yuan, shocking almost everyone in the industry. Even Wilson Yip, Zhen Zidan, and Chen Kuofu were shocked by the box office.

Guan Ling was also very surprised.

When Feng Xiaogang saw the box office, his eyes were sharp. As the saying goes, only when you wrong someone, you realize how wronged they are.

He knew best how much water was added to the box office of "Aftershock" and how much support it received.

So he was so scared of "Ip Man 11" which was scheduled to be released in November that he could hardly sleep.

If this movie competed with him, he might win, but by how much?

All of a sudden, my back felt cold!

Keep a low profile! At midnight, Feng Xiaogang suddenly realized that he had been too flamboyant recently! Keep a low profile!
If you don't keep a low profile, something bad will happen.

……

Brother Chen Kai was silent for a long time at home.

Chen Hong couldn't help but ask, "The Orphan of Zhao is about to be released. Why are you just sitting here and staring blankly instead of going to work?"

"Tell me, if my box office can't beat Wilson Yeh, wouldn't it be embarrassing?"

Brother Chen Kai suddenly raised his head and asked.

As soon as these words came out, Chen Hong immediately understood and he panicked.

The box office performance of "Ip Man 2" will make many big directors lose sleep.

The main reason is that he was too lax before.

After all this, Brother Chen Kai definitely couldn't bear the gap.

"Didn't you say before that you wanted to ask Director Guan for a script?" Chen Hong said, "Zhang Yimou already has one, what else do you need?"

Brother Chen Kai lowered his forehead and said, "I can't lose face! Besides, if I really want it and still lose, how will people scold me online?"

Chen Hong snorted and didn't want to say anything.

After she walked out the door, she came back.

"What if it succeeds? If your box office exceeds 600 million or 800 million, who would care if you used Guan Ling's script? You are a director, your ability is to turn the script into a movie, you are not an all-rounder!
You always want to compete with him, but can you win?"

This was too harsh, so Chen Hong continued, "How many people will agree with you if the box office of 700 to 800 million comes out? Don't I understand you? You just want a result, to get back the ridicule of The Promise!"

Brother Chen Kai was not angry this time. He looked at Chen Hong and said, "Wife, you are really good at judging people!"

(End of this chapter)