During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 756 The Taste of a Movie Queen: The Heart-Fluttering Poet Chen - Copyright Transaction
After the closing ceremony, there was an official grand banquet.

As the third Chinese actress to win the Berlin Film Festival's Best Actress award, Gao Yuanyuan was undoubtedly one of the highlights of the banquet tonight.

Even though she enjoyed being the center of attention, Gao Yuanyuan still pulled Wei Jin away halfway through the event.

The reason is simple: having successively produced Cannes Best Actress, Oscar Best Actress, and Berlin Best Actress, Wei Jin has become the world's most recognized director who is best at promoting women, without exception!

Moreover, he was so young, handsome, and rich that the number of female celebrities who flocked to the banquet was staggering.

Especially the female celebrities from Europe and America, as well as the models invited by the sponsors, made such blatant invitations that even Da Meiyuan, who has been in the entertainment industry for more than ten years, was dumbfounded.

"These people are so shameless. You should stay away from them, or you might catch a disease."

Inside the hotel room, Da Meiyuan kicked off her high heels while giving Wei Jin some instructions.

"Don't worry, Sister Yuanyuan, I'm a person of integrity."

Wei Jin's words are true. Although he was a womanizer, he took very good precautions when interacting with foreign female celebrities or even unfamiliar domestic female celebrities.

He doesn't even look at many women with bad reputations or loose belts.

After all, there's such a large forest waiting for him to develop; he can't afford to risk his health.

"But shouldn't you give me a reward now, sister?"

Hearing this, and looking into Wei Jin's eyes that seemed to be spitting fire, Da Meiyuan bit her red lips and whispered, "Then you'd better be gentle, this dress is so expensive."

"I can't guarantee that, Sister Yuanyuan. You know, when feelings run deep, it's hard to resist."

After speaking, Wei Jin stopped arguing, lowered his head and kissed the beauty's fiery red lips, his large hands roaming over her hot body.

Da Meiyuan, caught off guard by the sudden attack, responded enthusiastically, and she wouldn't refuse whatever tricks Wei Jin wanted to play tonight.

However, perhaps because her long-cherished wish had been fulfilled, Gao Yuanyuan felt particularly excited today. However, when Wei Jin kissed her through her dress, she felt as if she had no strength left.

So much so that when the kiss ended, she had to close her legs and pout coquettishly say, "Little Jin, love me~~"

"Hehe, it seems Sister Yuanyuan can't resist any longer. Fine, let me have a good taste of what it's like to be a Berlin Film Festival Best Actress."

"Hmm~"

"The 65th Berlin International Film Festival concluded at 6:00 AM China time today, with the Chinese film 'Gone Girl' winning both Best Film awards, shining brightly throughout the event!"

Iranian director Jafar Panahi won the Golden Bear for his film *Taxi*. The film was reportedly shot during his ban on directing and was presented as a mockumentary.

"Renowned director Wei Jin won the three major European Best Director Awards for the first time with 'Gone Girl,' and top Chinese actress Gao Yuanyuan also won the Best Actress Award for the same film!"

"After two decades, the third Chinese actress to win the Berlin Film Festival's Best Actress award has been born!"

At the awards ceremony, Gao Yuanyuan publicly declared her love for Wei Jin: "This is the best Valentine's Day gift!" Wei Jin responded: "We got a pair of silver bears for Valentine's Day, making our trip to Berlin very fulfilling. Perhaps their wedding is just around the corner."

"Director Jiang Wen's film 'Gone with the Bullets' yielded no results during this trip to Berlin!"

"During the screening of 'Gone with the Bullets,' a large number of filmmakers left, which may make copyright transactions a problem!"

China Film Group has announced that it has confirmed the import of more than a dozen Hollywood blockbusters during the Berlin International Film Festival, including Disney's live-action princess film "Cinderella," Warner Bros.' sci-fi blockbuster "Jupiter Ascending," the "Furious 7" series, "Avengers: Age of Ultron," and the 3D sci-fi blockbuster "Jurassic World."

"This morning, the dark comedy suspense film 'The Chaser,' exclusively produced by Shanhe Media, directed and written by Cao Baoping, and starring Deng Chao, Zhang Yi, Wang Ziwen, Tan Zhuo, and others, officially started filming in Yunnan!"

"The road trip comedy film 'Breakup Buddies,' co-produced by Shanhe Media and Bad Monkey Pictures, directed by Ning Hao, and starring Xu Zheng, Huang Bai, and Yuan Quan, will hold its premiere in Beijing this afternoon."

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With a seven-hour time difference, while Wei Jin was still savoring the taste of her Berlin Film Festival Best Actress award, the Chinese internet was already buzzing with excitement.

Although the news was chaotic and confusing, information about the film festival undoubtedly dominated the headlines.

"Damn, Boss Wei is truly a member of Berlin's inner circle! He's captured two bears with a single piece of his own. I haven't seen anything like this in years!"

"Da Meiyuan is awesome! The third Chinese actress to win the Berlin Film Festival Best Actress award. But now it's completely locked in, Wei Zheng is getting a freebie, hmph."

"I'd like to know what the leading actresses at the scene thought?"

"Mr. Wei, you're so romantic! You're giving me a Silver Bear Best Actress award as a Valentine's Day gift. Perhaps you could consider me too? I'm flexible and not clingy."

"Poor Director Jiang, he got nothing at all! It's a disaster!"

"To be honest, I'm interested in 'Gone Girl.' I hope it gets released soon; it absolutely has to be made!"

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"She actually won Best Actress?"

In a large apartment in Beijing, Yang Ying was slightly lost in thought as she scrolled through news online.

Although she is far less famous than Gao Yuanyuan and there is basically no competition between them, as a top-tier actress in China, international awards are a good way for her to take her career to the next level.

Putting aside other factors, their salaries and commercial value are certainly much higher.

Unfortunately, despite my hard work over the years since I came to the mainland, I have never been favored by a big director.

Not to mention international awards, they haven't even come close to winning any of the three major domestic awards.

"Alright, baby, not many directors in China can do something like this, don't overthink it."

Having known each other for many years, Huang Xiaoming could tell what Yang Ying was thinking just by looking at her situation, and he decisively cut off her unrealistic idea.

He does have some connections in the industry, but with Yang Ying's acting skills, that's simply impossible!
"No, I'm just a little envious."

Hearing Yang Ying's slightly stiff reply, Huang Xiaoming realized that his reaction had been a bit too extreme, so he took her hand and said gently:
"Alright, I've already reached an agreement with Mr. Wang for this annual meeting. Once our new company is registered, Huayi will provide strong support."

"At that time, as a senior executive of the company, you can also use this opportunity to become a valuable asset in the industry. Isn't that better than simply being an entertainer?"

Huang Xiaoming thought the pancake was sweet enough, but he didn't expect Yang Ying to be so enthusiastic about it.

"In the end, you still want me to work behind the scenes, but I love being on stage and in the spotlight. Why don't you understand?"

"I understand, and I've never stopped you from acting, have I?"

Seeing that Yang Ying was still in low spirits, Huang Xiaoming hesitated for a moment and then brought up something uncertain.

"Baby, haven't you always wanted to act in Hollywood movies? I heard from CEO Wang that 20th Century Fox has a project." "Is it a co-production? Huayi Brothers is investing in it too? I have a chance?!"

"It's not clear yet, but there is indeed an Asian female role. If you're interested, I'll try to get it."

"Interested, interested, muamuamua~~~ Honey, you're the best~~~"

Seeing Yang Ying's instantly bright smile, Huang Xiaoming felt incredibly comforted. He reached out and touched her hair, saying, "Don't be too happy yet. I can only say I'll give it a try."

"Yes, I know. But it'll definitely be fine, because my husband is the best!"

Huang Xiaoming patted her hand with a smile, "Alright, you're happy now. Hurry up and change your clothes, we can't neglect Director Ning."

"Mmmmm~"

Yang Ying nodded hurriedly, but then tugged at Huang Xiaoming's tie, "Honey, come help me out!"

"Heh, I just can't do anything with you."

As a film co-produced by Shanhe Media and Bad Monkey, and directed by Ning Hao with Wei Jin as executive producer, the premiere of "Breakup Buddies" was undoubtedly the focus of attention for the entire film industry.

Even though it was close to the end of the year and the number of guests and media was limited, the venue was still packed with people.

However, perhaps due to the high level of interest in the Berlin Film Festival, the media's questions also revolved around this topic.

"Director Ning Hao, you've already joined the 10 billion yuan director club in terms of commercial success. Have you ever thought about going to the three major European film festivals again?"

"Hehe, isn't that obvious? I think every director dreams of conquering the three major European film festivals, right?"

"So, do you have any plans yet?"

"To be honest, not yet. I'll see if I can squeeze some money out of him when my junior brother gets back, hahaha."

Hearing Ning Hao's hearty laughter on stage and the resonance of many people in the audience, many directors sitting in the second row, such as Feng Xiaogang, Chen Shiren, and Guan Hu, felt somewhat uneasy.

Before the emergence of the Wei and Jin Dynasties, it was widely believed in the industry that award-winning scripts were rare and hard to come by, and that winning an award often depended on luck.

But this man in his early thirties broke this convention; his award-winning script never failed to deliver!
Ning Hao could speak so lightly, even using the term "fleecing," while they could only watch helplessly!

"How about we pay Wei Jin a visit when he returns?"

Sensing her husband's thoughts, Chen Hong gripped his hand tightly and made a suggestion.

In her mind, there was at least some connection from the Tokyo Film Festival back then, so if she really asked, Wei Jin probably wouldn't refuse.

And as long as she can get a high-quality script, with her husband's talent, she will definitely be able to prove himself in the top three European universities and solidify his already crumbling god status!
They might even go further, snoop on the Oscars, and create another glorious chapter!

Upon hearing this, Poet Chen was somewhat tempted, but after thinking it over, he suppressed his restless heart.

"No rush. Before filming 'The Great Wall' starts, let's take care of 'Monk Comes Down the Mountain' first."

"Well, that's fine too."

After a brief interview, the main feature of the movie began.

Compared to Ning Hao's own "Crazy" series and "The Unknown" which propelled him into the billion-yuan director club, "Breakup Buddies" has a much simpler story structure, telling the tale of a womanizing adventure.

But beneath its slightly vulgar exterior, the film's core actually reflects Ning Hao's pursuit of art—because "Breakup Buddies" is a comedy, but also a tragedy for middle-aged men!

In terms of comedic elements, Ning Hao has also made many breakthroughs: circumcision, punk style, the most dazzling ethnic style, and role-playing in nightclubs.
Xu Guangtou's rather unusual hobby, "Avatar," is particularly amusing.

The nearly two-hour movie was filled with laughter throughout the venue.

The director is a big name, the actors are excellent, the script is outstanding, and the editing is superb.
This film, "Breakup Buddies," almost fulfills all the prerequisites for an excellent road trip comedy film!
Therefore, Ning Hao is very confident when facing questions from the media about box office performance.

“Previously, I was a bit conservative, thinking that any progress was a good thing. But now, I need to put some pressure on myself.”

At this point, Ning Hao looked at Tsui Hark in the audience, "Because I can't let Director Tsui and my junior brother be lonely for too long. The box office target is 15 billion!"

Good heavens! As soon as he said that, all the media in the audience got excited. This headline was practically guaranteed!

The industry companies that came to show their support, however, had rather mixed feelings.

They weren't sure if they could reach 15 billion, but based on the quality and Shanhe Media's marketing resources, a minimum of 10 billion was definitely achievable.

It seems that this year's Spring Festival film season will once again be dominated by Shanhe Media, which is truly disheartening.
Wei Jin didn't pay much attention to the situation in China. After the awards ceremony, he and Da Meiyuan gave several interviews to European media.

As for the crew members and Chinese filmmakers from China, they returned to Beijing one after another during this period.

After two days of media interviews, the copyright transaction price for "Gone Girl" was finalized, and Wei Jin listened to Chen Xi's detailed report in his hotel room.

Unsurprisingly, even though it was a purely Chinese-language film, it did not win the grand prize. However, thanks to the Silver Bear awards for Best Director and Best Actress, the overseas rights for "Gone Girl" were still snapped up.

Among the 41 regional film companies that submitted bids, Chen Xi selected 22 that were very sincere and reached cooperation agreements with them.

The final copyright transaction price reached a staggering US$6460 million.

Undoubtedly, this figure has broken the record for the transaction price of Chinese-language film copyrights, creating a record that is very likely to remain unbroken.

The production cost of this film was less than 30 million, and the copyright price alone generated a profit of nearly 60 million US dollars.

Even after deducting all the expenses of this trip to Berlin, the film's profit is definitely over fifty million US dollars, making it a huge success.

Given the film's suspenseful and tightly paced plot, its box office performance in China is sure to be high, and it will undoubtedly make a fortune.

"However, boss, I heard that the situation for several film crews in China doesn't seem very optimistic. Only the rights to Big Brother's 'Dragon Blade' sold for a decent amount, reaching eight figures. The rest were mostly below one million US dollars."

After reporting on official business, Chen Xi talked about the news he had heard from other film companies, his tone somewhat wistful.

The copyright transactions of the three major European film companies are always a big deal for Chinese filmmakers. This time, China Film Group even took the lead in organizing a "Chinese Film Promotion Conference".

Unfortunately, the result was still so disappointing, and the total number of films made was less than a third of that of "Gone Girl"!

"Well, that's normal. The subject matter this time isn't very good, and Jiang Wen isn't very effective either. Only the eldest brother's copyright is guaranteed to sell. But I imagine Chairman Ren is satisfied."

Alright, enough of that. Hurry up and settle things with the film festival officials. We're taking our flight back tonight, just in time for New Year's Eve.

"Okay, boss."

(End of this chapter)