China Entertainment: I have been a director since 05

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"It's actually true! Motian Lingyun will actually participate in the investment and distribution of Avengers 2!"

This piece of news spread like a leech, instantly sweeping across the celebration party and even the Internet.

Guan Ling's photos instantly spread across the Internet.

He was wearing a well-tailored suit and even put on makeup today, which showed his ability as an undergraduate in the acting department. Besides being naturally handsome, he also had a unique and profound temperament of a superior director.

There are also photos that specifically captured Guan Ling's eyes, with a gaze so deep that people can't help but lick the screen.

"Guan Ling has confirmed the online rumors! Ling Yun is negotiating for investment in Avengers 2."

"It's settled that Fan Bingbing will join Avengers 2!"

For a time, everyone, whether at the scene or in the media who quickly relayed the news, was talking about this matter.

"What else can I say? I have nothing to say except the word 'strong'."

“Even the Big Six in Hollywood can’t handle Director Guan’s power.”

The news headlines of major portals, the hot posts on forums, and the hot searches on Weibo were all about Lingyun Media’s celebration banquet.

This piece of news was quickly pinned to the top of the trending headlines, causing a stir in the entertainment industry.

Many fans also started to leave.
"Director Guan has such a strong aura!"

"With my humble help, Director Guan was able to penetrate the small American empire overnight."

"Today I really felt Director Guan's looks. With such looks, it would be a pity if he didn't become a star."

It was on the news and caused quite a stir.

But it still couldn't stop the audience from being excited.
"One billion..."

For people in the industry, money is the most important quantitative criterion for understanding how deeply Fan Bingbing and Ling Yun are now in Hollywood.

Wang Changtian, Yu Dong and others were immersed in what Guan Ling said about the profits. They stood there in a daze, not knowing what to say for a long time.

Most people want to make this kind of money, but they can’t, no matter how hard they try, make it.

But Guan Ling was not prepared to keep a low profile on stage.
He continued his speech: "First of all, I would like to use this opportunity and platform to promote the movie "Along with the Gods" which is invested by Lingyun Media and directed by Director Chen Kaige.

As we all know, the release dates of many movies have been changing throughout the first half of the year, and the release dates are very chaotic. Many movies cannot be seen until the day they are released. In the final analysis, it is either due to production constraints or box office considerations. I will not name the specific movies, you can just look at the trailers to see the real thing. "

Guan Ling's words attracted the close attention of many producers and theaters at the scene, and they all listened attentively.

"I understand everyone's concerns. This year, there will be as many as 34 imported blockbusters released, which seems to have already determined the overall outcome of the box office between domestic and imported films. Many people also know that it is not easy to make up for the disadvantages of domestic films. They all want to focus on the end of the year to make a strong push, but by then it will be a bit too late.

"Along with the Gods" is not afraid of this. The release of this film will go against the trend and will withstand the pressure of Hollywood blockbusters."

Guan Ling raised his glass to everyone in the audience, "Lingyun Media has set a release date that will not be changed. Director Chen also gave me enough confidence. Whether it is "Madagascar 3", "Hugo", or "Seeker 2", "Submarine 2", or "Along with the Gods", I have the courage to fight it out."

On the stage, Brother Chen Kai also kept echoing Guan Ling's speech.

"Director Guan, I'd like to take this opportunity to ask you what your box office expectations are for Along with the Gods?"

When the two of them were chatting excitedly, Brother Chen Kai also started talking, and asked a lot of big questions in front of the media and many industry personnel.

Actually, this question should not be asked.

When Brother Chen Kai asked the question, he regretted it.

June is not a particularly good schedule. The reason why "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds" was scheduled for June was initially to avoid clashing with Guan Ling's other films. "Scarlet Witch" and "Uncharted" are both summer movies. Once these two movies are released, Chen Kai is afraid that "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds" will be overshadowed.

The layout of imported blockbusters currently known in late August and early September is relatively clear, including "The Dark Knight Rises", "The Amazing Spider-Man", "The Expendables 2" and the "Prometheus" "Four-star chain". Therefore, no one has scheduled the release date for domestic films at that time. "Jason Bourne 4", the new version of "Total Recall" and Sky-high's "The Twilight Saga 4 (Part )" which will be released in late October will probably be concentrated in that period.

As long as one is willing, this can be calculated.

Therefore, many domestic films have already decided to focus on the Lunar New Year period, or to be released in the gaps between June, July and August.

It is quite good that "Along with the Gods" can have a relatively complete confrontation time.

This chaos in release schedules is the most annoying thing in the industry right now. Modifying the release schedule has actually become the biggest trouble for China Film Group during this period.

For example, "The Grandmaster", which was planned to be released before, has now completely transformed into "A Missing Generation".

King of Sunglasses is a master of delaying releases among directors. He has made promises time and again, only to disappoint the audiences time and again. But now the release date of "The Grandmaster" has basically been set for the Lunar New Year holiday. As for whether it will be "delayed in the end", no one knows.

There is also "The Banquet", a movie that is now being ridiculed by the public because of Lu Chuan's previous clownish behavior. It has also changed its direction several times. It was originally planned to "have two meals at one feast" with "The Banquet of Hongmen", but it has been a constant joke since last year. At first, all the art design was overturned a few months after the shooting started, and then the post-production was postponed in various ways. It was originally scheduled to be released in this year's summer vacation.

A while ago, he had another argument with Guan Ling on the Internet, and Guan Ling kept criticizing him, but he has remained silent ever since.

It is said that it has been postponed again.

This director, who created such a big fuss during the nationwide audition for Yu Ji, and who finally gave his own evaluation of the candidate for Yu Ji - a director who instantly had his wife and children break up after watching the actor, is now almost the same.

Qin Lan broke up with Jiang Yiyan before, and now there are reports about it again. Jiang Yiyan seems to be a little embarrassed. She was photographed several times entering and leaving Lu Chuan's house, but her face looked unhappy, and it seems that her relationship has changed.

In fact, it is normal for King of Sunglasses to evade ticketing, but Brother Chen Kai probably also knows about the postponement of "The Banquet".

They are also weighing the pros and cons and are afraid of confronting Hollywood blockbusters head-on.

In this situation, it is impossible for Brother Chen Kai to say that he has no pressure at all.
If we talk about confidence, he probably thinks that "Along with the Gods" can make about 400 million or 500 million? At least.

This is the guaranteed result in his mind.

This was the worst result he could accept. At least he could get into the 400 million club. Otherwise, he and those directors under Guan Ling would be in trouble.

But now that the question has been asked, Brother Chen Kai can only look to Guan Ling for help.

He turned to look at Guan Ling. Guan Ling on the stage showed no change in his expression in response to Brother Chen Kai's question, and took it over as if it were fresh water.

He raised his hands, stretched out two fingers, then crossed them and gestured a number to all the audience.

"One billion!"

Guan Ling did not hesitate. A cold light flashed in his eyes, and he counted directly.

He pointed his finger at everyone at the celebration party and shouted out a box office forecast of one billion.

The sounds of surprise at the scene were endless for a moment.

"A domestic movie, one billion?!"

Brother Chen Kai on the stage suddenly started shaking his hands.

Cheng Hong in the audience was also stunned for a moment, and the main creators of "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds" Huang Xiaoming, Zhang Shihe, Huang Bo, and Zhao Xiaodao were also stunned on the spot.

Zhang Yimou looked up at the stage, thoughtfully.

Han Sanpin's eyes were slightly stern, with a light like embers flickering in his pupils.

Ren Zhonglun, Yu Dong, and Wang Changtian couldn't believe their ears.

"As far as I can remember, Guan Ling rarely gives such high praise to the box office of a movie like this."

It was a long time before Yu Dong let out a quiet sigh.

"It's rare indeed. Director Guan didn't promote "Never Say Die" and "Hot Girl" like this."

"Times have changed. Last year, there weren't so many Hollywood blockbusters heading to China," Han Sanpin said. "He's not only trying to save face for himself, he's also setting an example for domestic films."

"Everyone must remember that Along with the Gods will be officially released on June 6. I believe this movie will be a phenomenal domestic film. It will also become a masterpiece of director Chen Kai's life as a commercial blockbuster."

These words made Brother Chen Kai feel warm inside, and he nodded rapidly towards the camera.

"Director Guan is right. This is the most touching movie among all the commercial movies I have made." Chen Kai recalled the details of the filming. "There are very few movies that combine epic special effects, plot, tears and laughter. The script written by Director Guan is very logical and reasonable. And the content will definitely satisfy all the audiences."

……

"Thank you."

Han Sanpin raised his glass towards Guan Ling, "Although I believe this movie may indeed break 1 billion, but you dare to say it in this situation, I really want to thank you, domestic films also need such a banner. After all, Aquaman is not a domestic film."

"There's nothing to thank me for, Mr. Han." Guan Ling didn't care.

"I won't bother you any more." Han Sanpin sat for a while and then stood up to say goodbye. Before leaving, he wanted to say something but didn't ask.

He will personally experience how Wang Jianlin and Guan Ling behave.

After a while, Zhao Xiaodao came over to Guan Ling to toast. Ever since filming Along with the Gods, Zhao Xiaodao's worth has skyrocketed, and he has been offered more roles.

"Thanks to Director Guan, I have been approached for many supporting roles recently." Zhao Xiaodao was indeed grateful from the bottom of his heart, "If it weren't for the exposure brought by Director Guan choosing me, I would definitely not have these opportunities."

"What drama?"

"There are urban romance dramas called "Diary of the Best Men and Women", and a few costume dramas. Although I am not the main character, I am content."

"I'm a movie star, but I'm playing a supporting role in a TV series?" Guan Ling asked, "Isn't it embarrassing for me?"

Zhao Xiaodao was stunned, "Huh?"

"Turn them all down." Guan Ling said, "I'll give you a new play."

Seeing Zhao Xiaodao's silly look, Huang Bo smiled and advised, "Think about the box office results Director Guan just mentioned. If you are the heroine of a billion-dollar movie and you are only a supporting role in a TV series, wouldn't that lower your status?"

Zhao Xiaodao understood this time. His eyes widened and he said in a silly and cute way, "Oh, I understand."

Although I had a one-night stand with Guan Ling last time.

But she herself wasn't sure if that was true.

Because since then, Zhao Xiaodao has returned to his previous rhythm.

Apart from the fact that there were more news interviews with her, she was given more correct scripts, and people had more respect for her, there weren't really any drastic changes.

Huang Bo's words this time made Zhao Xiaodao suddenly understand something.

"That's right. If I lower my own price again, it will be a disgrace to Director Guan, especially now that the movie hasn't even been released yet. If someone else uses my work to promote the drama, it will be a big deal."

Just as he was thinking about it, Liu Yifei came over with a wine glass. After greeting Huang Xiaoming and Huang Bo, Liu Yifei stared at Zhao Xiaodao for a long time.

The two men looked at each other.

Zhao Xiaodao was visibly flustered. Compared to the beauty of the fairy, she felt a little ashamed of herself.

What Liu Yifei saw was Zhao Xiaodao's small round face, which was similar to the one she had seen in The Legend of Sword and Fairy 1. However, although her face did not look stunning at first glance, upon closer inspection, it was actually quite attractive.

"Hello, Sister Yifei."

Zhao Xiaodao quickly spoke.

"Hello, the future billionaire heroine." Liu Yifei teased, then looked at Guan Ling and said, "Elbow, come home with me?"

Guan Ling smiled and nodded.

Zhao Xiaodao became even more nervous when she saw this. She lowered her head even more instantly, and the scene of her and Guan Ling making love involuntarily emerged in her mind.

"So... Director Guan has a family?" Although Zhao Xiaodao lowered his head, his eyes kept looking up, and he was very excited. "Director Guan is going to Liu Yifei's house. It's not to play poker, right?"

After a while, Zhao Xiaodao raised his head and saw that Director Guan had left. He felt a little sad and melancholy.

She quickly called her agent.

"I'm going to call those directors and apologize in person to reject those roles." Zhao Xiaodao said, "You should not accept any more roles for me for the time being. Take a two-month break first."

"You don't want to live anymore?" The agent had a good relationship with Zhao Xiaodao. Seeing this, he was puzzled and howled.

"That's what Director Guan said."

"Director Guan?" The agent was a little surprised and didn't react for a moment.

"The screenwriter of 'Along with the Gods', the boss of Lingyun Media..." Zhao Xiaodao continued.

"I'm sorry, I spoke too loudly just now." The agent's head buzzed.

The next second, she suddenly realized a problem.

Director Guan, why are you concerned about Xiaodao’s role?

This is, taking off! ?
I quickly checked the news.

When the agent saw Guan Ling predict that the box office of "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds" might exceed 1 billion yuan, his head started buzzing again.

For a moment, she was speechless.

…………

Liu Yifei's home.

Just entered the house.

Liu Yifei said angrily.

“None of my domestic films have ever grossed over 1 billion yuan.”

"'The Hearing Girl' has become a global hit." Guan Ling changed the subject.

"I'm talking about domestic movies." Liu Yifei turned to look at Guan Ling, "Do you have too many people?"

Guan Ling said: "Thank God, I didn't even say hello to Cheng Long and Zhu Yawen just now, which shows that you are the first in my heart."

Liu Yifei's brain short-circuited for a moment, and she didn't consider that the first person might mean something about the second and third person.

She couldn't help laughing for a moment, then she held it back.

"I don't care, I'm angry anyway."

"What else do you want to torture?" Guan Ling asked.

These words made Liu Yifei excited. She went back to the house and quickly got a lot of clothes, then laid them out one by one.

"Okay. These are all torture instruments."

Guan Ling was dazzled and hugged Liu Yifei and asked, "Execute immediately?"

Liu Yifei snorted.

"Hmph~ Repeat!"

(End of this chapter)