During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 54 "Stone" Released

Zhen Zhuan only joined the cast half a month after filming started, and he didn't have many scenes originally. When meeting Wei Jin, he acted very humble. Wei Jin was also curious about why he didn't look like a drama tyrant at all.

In fact, in 2005, Yan Zhan was not a big hit. It was not until he starred in the natal role of "Ip Man" that he really started to take off, and his salary soared to more than 1000 million. It was then that he started to become truly arrogant. , Dare to directly ask for sky-high remuneration from Yinghuangliong.

But Zhen Zhan is not stupid. Just the title of Silver Bear Director is worthy of his serious treatment. What’s more, Wei Jin is also the CEO of a film and television company, a major investor in movies, and an international director who frequently makes waves in North America. He has won What qualifications do you have to be a drama tyrant?

As time enters July, "Crazy Stone" has also begun to enter the promotion stage.

Ever since the movie "Those Years", China Film's publicity department has been extremely impressed by Wei Jin. The publicity strategy this time was basically the work of Wei Jin. Wei Jin was wondering whether he should ask Mr. Han to get some kickbacks or something.

Since Ning Hao is basically a new director, and the movie "Crazy Stone" does not have any big-name stars, Baldy Xu is still a second- or third-tier actor at the moment, and Huang Bai is the only popular singer, so this announcement The focus fell on Huang Bai.

Wei Jin arranged for the company to accept a large number of commercial performances for Huang Bai. In fact, since the release of the new album in March, Huang Bai has hardly received any commercial performances, so the market demand is quite strong.

It also coincides with the summer vacation, and many shopping malls have some promotional activities, so during the first ten days of July, Huang Bai is almost in a hurry. Every time there is a commercial performance, "Crazy Stone" will be promoted, which makes Huang Bai have his own talent. It’s the delusion of film investors.

Ning Hao was also very moved and said that Huang Bai would never be forgotten in future movies. Of course Wei Jin would not be stingy and directly told the two of them that there would be big red envelopes when the movie was released.

On July 7, Wei Jin gave the crew a holiday and returned to the capital to attend the premiere of "Stone."

Many companies from the industry came to the premiere this time, and they all wanted to take this opportunity to establish a relationship with Wei Jin. Unfortunately, Wei Jin was not the protagonist today, and he did not have too many social activities. Basically, he came here on a casual basis. Before the movie premiered, a reporter interviewed Wei Jin. Wei Jin bluntly said that he would talk about it after watching the movie.

As the film slowly unfolded, the characters played by Guo Tao, Liu Hua, Xu Guangtou, and Huang Bai appeared one after another, leaving various classic lines.

"Sign, Baleno."

"You not only insulted my character, you insulted my intelligence."

"Brother Dao, Brother Dao, I'm trapped under a well and my phone has no signal NMLGBDNA."

"Crazy Stone" is an excellent absurd comedy with a multi-line narrative technique, which can be regarded as an experience for many viewers who have limited viewing capacity.

This unprecedented comedy style was presented in front of all the guests, winning bursts of laughter and applause.

After the movie ended, the reporter wanted to interview Wei Jin, but Wei Jin said that he was just an investor, and that Ning Hao was responsible for the script creation, filming and directing. He didn't even go to visit the class and left the interview center to Ning Hao.

"I have been working on this book for two years. I didn't seek investment until I felt confident. I didn't look for Wei Jin at the beginning. As everyone knows, we are friends and I feel a little embarrassed."

Ning Hao felt a little embarrassed when he said this, and the reporters at the scene also laughed kindly. It was normal and human nature.

"I didn't find Wei Jin until I had no other choice. He gave me 600 million without saying anything. You know, my initial budget was only 400 million, so I am very grateful to my junior brother Wei Jin for his support."

"Then how did you decide when you chose the actors?"

A reporter raised the issue of casting.

"First of all, what you can see is that the main creative team are all powerful actors with professional backgrounds, and their acting skills are guaranteed. Secondly, they are very cheap, so that the production cost can be used to the maximum extent in film production. Cheap and easy-to-use actors, Why don’t I use it?”

Ning Hao's answer aroused everyone's laughter. This is the truth.

The reporter then interviewed many of the main creators, and everyone expressed their optimism about the box office.

The interview ended in such a pleasant atmosphere, and then came the dinner party, which was also a headache for Wei Jin. The dinner is prepared for everyone present. The premiere of many movies is a place for all parties to seek business cooperation. It is also a good opportunity for people in the industry to expand their contacts and exchange resources.

At the beginning of the dinner, a group of film and television company executives gathered around Wei Jin, and Han Sanping even asked directly:
  "What other projects are there in North America? Can China Film Group participate?"

Han Sanping had no choice. During this period, Wei Jin had been filming a movie and had no chance to meet. Some things were difficult to discuss over the phone.

Several bosses at the table also pricked up their ears, hoping to hear some good news.

"There is another movie to be released in September, and future cooperation may depend on the overall revenue of this time. It is not as simple as everyone thinks."

Wei Jin briefly explained the cooperation method with Summit Entertainment, without revealing the news of his own participation.

"In other words, you can invest up to 20% of your creativity and script? Then isn't this working for Summit Entertainment?"

Xiao Wang of Huayi was always a little puzzled, thinking that Wei and Jin were hiding their clumsiness.

"It can't be calculated like this. We have no distribution channels in North America. All previous films can only be sold out. "Hero" has an overseas box office of nearly 1.4 million. If we follow the split account model, we will still have a profit of 6000 million US dollars, but we have sold out the copyright. How much is it? Is there half of it?"

Wei Jin explained that at present, domestic blockbusters basically hold screening parties and invite overseas film producers to come. Those who are confident can wait until the film is released and achieves good box office in China before negotiating. If they are not confident, the film producers will How much, then take it first. After all, it is good to withdraw the funds early.

"So, Wei Jinyou is trying to open up hair styling channels in North America? We are equivalent to borrowing the shell of Dingfeng to go overseas?"

Han Sanping somewhat understood Wei Jin's layout, and then he admired him a little. This young man was looking for a way out for domestic films.

"With my current good cooperative relationship with Summit, negotiating the share shouldn't be a big problem."

How can Wei and Jin be so noble? The issue of distribution channels is just incidental, but it can be sold to major companies and reduce some hostility. After all, he is too popular now.

"However, there is still a big gap between Peak's current distribution capabilities and those of Hollywood giants. If "Insidious" is distributed by the six major companies this time, it might be able to break 2 million."

One month after "Insidious" was released, the North American box office was 9140 million, and the global box office was 1.38 million. Summit Entertainment executives were crazy about it, and now they completely regard Wei Jin as the leader of the company.

"It's already very good. We finally have a channel. All the bosses here will have to accept your favor from now on."

Han Sanping nodded specifically, which was considered to be helping Wei Jin stand up, so as to avoid any small tricks behind his back.

"Yes, Mr. Wei, we need to help our brother companies more in the future."

"Easy to say, it's all for the prosperity and growth of the Chinese film market. We must not only make the domestic market bigger, but also promote Chinese culture overseas and make money from foreigners."

As soon as the Wei and Jin slogans came out, the atmosphere at the main table was harmonious and the conversation was very pleasant.

On July 7, "Crazy Stone" was officially released.

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