During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 217 The battle over censorship lets bullets fly

"Palme d'Or winner and Oscar-winning director Wei Jin is once again shortlisted for Berlin."

"The Chinese Army is fighting in Berlin. Who among two generations of Palme d'Or directors will have the last laugh?"

"'Mei Lanfang' and 'Hunting' were both shortlisted, and the two Palme d'Or directors successfully joined forces."

The Internet is full of news about this Berlin Film Festival.

Many media called and requested interviews. This time, Wei Jin did not refuse.

In order to avoid trouble, Wei Jin directly announced a press conference and behaved in a very high-profile manner. He had not forgotten some things.

Many reporters had already arrived in the conference room of Shanhe Building early, hoping to get first-hand information.

Before the time came, the reporters started communicating in twos and threes:

"Hey, why do you think Wei Jin held a press conference? He was not such a high-profile person in the past."

"I heard that his script was rejected in China before, so he went to film it abroad. Could it be that he wanted to talk about this?"

"No, can you talk about this? Do you still want to be in the film and television industry?"

There is some truth to this man's suspicion. Wei Jin is different from other directors. He is the boss of a film and television company. If he is really targeted for movies and TV shows, the losses will be too great.

"Hey, I think it's possible. Is it possible to block Wei and Jin directly?"

The reporters around started to get excited. If this was really the case, it would be big news.
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In the office, Wei Jin was on the phone.

"Do you really want to do this?"

On the other end of the phone, Gianzhuangzhuang's voice was a little deep.

As soon as the news of Shanhe Media's press conference came out, Tianzhuangzhuang knew what his students were going to do, but he really didn't want Wei Jin to go down this road.

"Teacher, it's time to change some things. Even if we can't do it now, I want to let them know that now that they have the power, they shouldn't do whatever they want."

If this bunch of stubborn old men can just be the tool men and keep their peace, the Wei and Jin Dynasties will have no problem with it.

It's a pity that they are unwilling to be lonely and want to show their presence and even target themselves. Wei Jin can't bear it anymore.

"But if you do this, you will violate a taboo. The circle will not tolerate you in the future."

"Teacher, don't worry, the so-called circle can be broken with just one hand as long as there are enough interests."

Wei Jin was very clear about the virtues of this group of people. As long as there were benefits, they could not unite together, not to mention that he had no intention of launching a charge now.

"Besides, I won't make a big fuss this time. At most, I'll just make their faces look bad."

"Hey, since you have already made a plan, I won't care about it, but you must pay attention to your position and don't talk nonsense in Berlin."

"Teacher, don't worry, I'm measured."

Wei Jin fully understood what his mentor meant. No matter how much trouble there was, it was an internal matter within China and absolutely no outside forces could get involved.

"Okay, that's it"

After hanging up the phone, Wei Jin tidied up his clothes, got up and headed to the conference room.——

"Director Wei, this is your second time being shortlisted for Berlin. Are you confident?"

"I am very grateful to the Berlin Film Festival Organizing Committee for being shortlisted this time. Whether I win or not depends on the selection of the judges, but I am confident in my work."

When interviewed by reporters, Wei Jin was neither humble nor overbearing, but his confidence in his words can now be felt by everyone.

"I would like to ask Director Wei, your previous award-winning films were all Chinese-language films. Why did you choose a foreign-language film this time?"

A reporter couldn't help but ask this question, and other reporters around him began to look forward to it.

"Well, in fact, I did want to make a Chinese-language film at the beginning, but the script review failed, so I had no choice but to modify the background of the script and make it into a foreign-language film."

Wei Jin was not surprised by the reporter's question. These people should not be too keen on chasing hot topics.

"Then do you think there are problems with the domestic audit environment?"

"There is no problem. As long as we are human, we will inevitably make mistakes."

What Wei and Jin said was a double entendre. Let public opinion guess who made the mistake.

"Then Director Wei, why don't you modify the script according to the review opinions?"

"Oh, I think my script is fine, why should I change it?"

"Then when you encounter audit problems in the future, will you make such a choice?"

"Of course, have you forgotten? I am an Oscar-winning director. No one in the world will refuse me to make a movie."

Wei Jin's words brought the media at the scene to a collective climax. Does this mean he is determined not to bow to the review?

"Director Wei, do you think a film rating system should be implemented in China?"

"Didn't I just say that? As long as we are human, we will inevitably make mistakes."
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Wei Jin's speech at the press conference has aroused great public response through the media.

Many netizens expressed their approval.

"Director Wei is right. As long as we are human, we will make mistakes. Only the system will not make mistakes. We support the implementation of the film rating system."

"What are you thinking, upstairs? Once the grading system comes out, the reviewer will no longer be the supervisory party, but the supervised party. Don't be too resistant."

"Now the old die-hards are in trouble. They can make movies everywhere, even if they are banned. They can even make more money by shooting abroad. If they really win an award, why don't they get slapped in the face?"

"I don't care whether it's graded or not. I just want to say that Director Wei is awesome!"

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Nortel, in the office of the director of the directing department.

"Old Tian, ​​what does that student of yours want to do? Slap us in the face?"

An old man with gray hair yelled angrily at his former friend.

"You are going to show your face to me, and now you are blaming my students, aren't you?"

Although Tianzhuangzhuang persuaded Wei Jin on the phone, he also recognized the student's approach from the bottom of his heart.

"You know whether there is a problem with the script or not. What's wrong? Are you anxious when you encounter something you can't handle?"

"Old Tian, ​​let's all talk nicely. It's a small matter in the first place. There's no need to have a confrontation, right?"

A seemingly kind-hearted old lady tried to smooth things over. In her opinion, it was not enough to get through the review, so just smooth communication would be enough. If we interact more, wouldn't we all become a family? There's absolutely no need to get into trouble.

"You have to figure out who is causing the confrontation? You always have a superior attitude. Right is right and wrong is wrong. This is a truth that all elementary school students understand. Don't you understand? My students are not wrong. , why do you have to bow your head?"

Gianzhuangzhuang sincerely looked down on this group of people. They had no achievements and no awards. They talked about their qualifications all day long. They were just a bunch of people who were just eating nothing. "Wei and Jin were not gregarious, did not join associations, and did not participate in activities. Isn't this wrong?"

In the eyes of these old stubborns, disrespecting them is the biggest mistake.

"Hey, you are really living in the glory of the last century. If you don't say anything, please come back."

Gianzhuangzhuang didn't want to get into any more entanglements with them, so he directly issued an eviction order.
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On the other side, in a villa.

Lu Chuan browsed the news on the Internet and laughed heartily.

"Wei Jin, Wei Jin, you are looking for death. Let's see how long you can keep dancing."

Qin Lan came over carrying the fruit and asked curiously:

"It's just a complaint about the review, is it so serious? Aren't many great directors done this?"

"That's different. Others are just complaining. When it's time to pretend to be a grandson, you still have to pretend. Wei Jin is facing a head-on confrontation, a direct slap in the face. With the caliber of those old guys, it's a good show."

Lu Chuan hugged Qin Lan and raised and lowered his hands restlessly. The latter fed the fruit to the man and said:

"Do those people really have so much energy? Wei and Jin are now at their peak, and Shanhe Media is the dominant player in the industry."

"You don't understand. The relationship between this group of people is too complicated and pervasive. If they get stuck in any link, it will be enough for him to eat. Otherwise, why do you think it is that group of people who have always been in the review position for so many years?"

Lu Chuan held the woman on his lap for easy operation, and then added:

"Of course, with the size of Shanhe Media, if Wei Jin gives in, nothing might happen. But with his arrogant and domineering character, hum."

Lu Chuan knew very well the plans of this group of people, including treating guests, beheading, and accepting them as dogs. In fact, he relied on these people for his rise. The Huayi brothers were supported by them, but this did not prevent him from looking down on these people. people.

"By the way, has our movie been scheduled?"

Qin Lan thinks that she and Lu Chuan are one. Although this movie has nothing to do with her, the word "we" is still used.

"It's decided, it's scheduled for May Day. This time I will definitely become the director of the 100 million yuan club. When the time comes, I will take you to see my dad."

"Um"
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The news about Wei and Jin did not last for two days, and was quickly overtaken by another piece of news.

"Inception" is officially announced to be finished.

A US$2.5 million Hollywood blockbuster with a super luxurious cast, this movie has attracted much attention since its inception.

Domestic media naturally rushed to report on it, and for a while, a lot of attention focused on Liu Yifei.

Liu Xiaoli has received countless endorsement invitations, but she is not in a hurry. She knows that more resources are yet to come.

The next day, Shanhe Media announced that it would invest 2000 million yuan in Hongxingwu, holding 40% of the shares, and the two parties formally reached a cooperation.

A large number of female celebrities are starting to feel sour. How can they not know at this moment that Wei Jin and Liu Yifei, a pair of bad guys, have been hooking up for a long time. Is "Inception" just a signing gift?

Liu Xiaoli looked at the latest salary quotations and commercial endorsements in her hand, smiling from ear to ear.

Sure enough, we still need to rely on large companies to get more business resources, and we cannot succeed alone.

Nolan also called Wei Jin.

"Wei, the final stage of the movie will last for more than half a year. If you are free, you can come and take a look."

"It depends. Maybe I will come over after the Berlin Film Festival."

"Oh, I haven't congratulated you on being shortlisted yet, so I wish you the grand prize in advance."

"Thank you, that's it. Let's talk when we have a chance to meet."
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As the Spring Festival approaches, many heads of departments come to Wei Jin to report on their work.

The development of Shanhe Media in the past year has been very gratifying, with all sectors achieving outstanding results.

In terms of movies, "The Martian" plus "Ip Man 2" made a profit of over 5 million. Although it cannot be counted as profit in 08, it does not affect the film production department's pride.

In terms of TV dramas, the revenue is not bad either. Several rounds of broadcasts and online platforms have brought in a total of 1.9 million.

Among them, the net profit of "Legend of Wu Mei Niang" exceeded 8000 million, the net profit of "Let's Get Married" was also as high as 7000 million, and the net profit of "My Leader, My Group" exceeded 4000 million.

In terms of theater chains, the Sunward Cinema Alliance controls a total of 238 theaters and more than 960 screens. It has a market share of more than 20%. Last year, its total revenue reached 11.5 million and its net profit was as high as 2.4 million.

In terms of artists, they have brought a total net profit of more than 1.8 million to the company, and the commercial value of artists is getting higher and higher.

Shanhe Ink's reputation for high quality and low price has spread. Last year, it undertook more than 30 movies and TV series, with a cumulative revenue of 2.1 million and a net profit of 7000 million.

In terms of variety shows, the ratings of "I Love to Remember Lyrics" have been unstable, and the cumulative revenue is only 1000 million. "Boys and Girls Go Forward" has brought in 3000 million profits. The most profitable one is "The Voice", according to He and TV Stations agreement, the net profit is as high as 1.8 million.

In terms of distribution, more than 20 movies have been released in total, with distribution fees as high as 7000 million.

In terms of Sunward Technology, the total revenue of "Zhu Xian" exceeded 10 billion, and "Cross Fire" was even more popular across the country. In just one year after its launch, the revenue reached 12 billion.

Impression.com is also undertaking various advertising businesses, but the promotion time is still short and it can only maintain expenses at present.

The animation production department's "Star Change" has as many as 10 billion views. According to the cooperation with Tudou, the revenue is about 1000 million, which is barely a start.

In addition, there are various TV series invested by the company, as well as the copyright income from previous TV series, which barely amounts to about 1 million.

A rough estimate shows that Shanhe Media's revenue last year was as high as 48 billion. After deducting various expenses and taxes, the net profit was nearly 15 billion. This does not include "Ip Man 2" and "The Martian".

Looking at the data in front of him, Wei Jin thought of the music production department again. It was so miserable that it didn't even deserve to be named on the profit list.

When he was about to leave the company, his secretary told him that Jiang Wen was visiting, which surprised Wei Jin.
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"Director Wei, long time no see."

After some pleasantries, Wei Jin knew Jiang Wen's purpose.

It was my first time to make a commercial film. Although I was very confident in myself, I still wanted Wei Jin to help me read the script. After all, the latter's reputation as a gold medal screenwriter was not built on, and he had not lost money yet.

But Jiang Wen is different. If he loses again this time, there is a high probability that he will not be able to find investment in the future.

"Boss Yang, has everything been covered for you?"

"Well, Director Yang is a person worth getting to know deeply."

Jiang Wen also felt a little emotional. Boss Yang didn't even frown for 1.5 million. He was indeed courageous. Even if it wasn't enough, he wouldn't say anything anymore. He could just make up for it by himself.

"Huo Shaoyun?"

After flipping through the script, Wei Jin saw that it was indeed "Let the Bullets Fly."

But now there is only the context and outline, and it is estimated that a lot of changes will be made on the scene. Wei Jin cannot give guidance on this kind of script.

"Director Jiang, the script is very interesting. If it follows your style, I like it."

Since he couldn't give any advice, Wei Jin could only give affirmation and make a small suggestion.

"However, the name can be changed, it's too literary."

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