Huayu: The director just wants to save money

Chapter 737: Horror Movie Master

Zhou Mo turned around in response.

It turned out to be the horror movie master James Wan.

"Director Wen, hello, long time no see."

Zhou Mo shook hands with him.

The two have known each other since 15. James Wan is the director of "Fast & Furious 7". "Fast & Furious 7" was released in China, and James Wan traveled around the country for a long time at that time.

"Congratulations to Director Zhou for once again winning one of the film festival's top awards. It's astonishing how quickly he did it."

"Director Wen, you're too polite. I just had more luck this time."

The two exchanged a few polite words, and James Wan explained his purpose.

"Director Zhou, I came here this time to ask about Aquaman. Earlier this year, Tom from Warner Bros. contacted me and said that Director Zhou was interested in inviting me to film Aquaman..."

"Yes. After Arkham Knight, Warner Bros. has been urging me to start a new series. After much thought, I think Aquaman is more suitable. After discussing with Warner Bros., I think Director Wen is more suitable for this position, so I asked Tom to make an invitation. I wonder what Director Wen thinks?"

After listening to Zhou Mo's introduction, James Wan was stunned for a few seconds.

"So direct?"

Zhou Mo nodded.

“It’s that direct.”

Since "Arkham Knight: Part Two" grossed $15 billion at the box office, Warner Bros. has given all rights to filming the film to Zhou Mo.

The prerequisite is that Zhou Mo can provide at least one series of movies every year that is profitable enough.

Right now, "Assault on Arkham" is about to be released, but there is no news about the next series yet.

Warner urged Zhou Mo to demonstrate his authority as "chief director" as soon as possible.

After thinking about it, Zhou Mo simply took out "Aquaman".

As the only movie in Zack's previous life that broke the billion box office, the script of "Aquaman" did not need to be changed or thought about, and it was just filmed with the original crew.

Whatever is convenient for you.

Do it as easily as possible.

The best way to treat a program that works, and works well, is to leave it alone.

Seeing this, James Wan did not hesitate and agreed immediately.

"Okay, thank you Director Zhou for giving me this opportunity. I will make the movie."

Although he was hailed as a master of horror movies in the past.

But horror movies themselves are not a particularly lucrative field.

The work that really made him a lot of money was "Fast and Furious 7".

The global box office of 15 billion US dollars directly increased his net worth.

Compared to "Fast and Furious 7", the money he made in the past was just a drop in the bucket.

The commercial value of "Aquaman", even if it is not as good as "Fast and Furious 7", will not be much worse.

Zhou Mo clinked glasses with him.

"Okay, then I wish Director Wen a safe journey on the filming of his movie."

After deciding on the director, James Wan asked about the choice of actors for Aquaman.

"Well, Jason, Amber, Nicole, and Depp have already been confirmed, and you can decide on the others."

When James Wan heard the first three names, he was not too surprised.

Until Depp's name popped up, he subconsciously asked curiously:

"Why is Depp here? Is he here to play the male lead?"

In terms of status, Jason certainly can't compare with Depp.

Although Depp's career has fallen into a certain low period since his divorce.

"Oh, of course not. He just came here to play the role of King Nereus, the father of Queen Mera."

Mera, of course, is played by Amber.

James Wan suddenly realized and a strange smile appeared on his face.

"It's the same situation as World of Warcraft: Frostmourne, right? I understand."

He smiled and said: "Frostmourne is really well made. I have watched it many times before just to learn how Director Zhou controls the rhythm of the film."

"Director Wen, you are too kind."

"Hey, Director Zhou, don't think I'm being polite. To be honest, Director Zhou doesn't often visit Amei, so you might not know that Frostmourne has been praised by us adaptationists as the strongest adaptation. Many directors want to know what Zhou Mo's future plans are for Warcraft, and... whether there is a chance for them to participate in the creation."

Zhou Mo suddenly understood, so this is what it meant.

He hasn't made any special plans for the follow-up to "World of Warcraft" recently.

no way.

There are too many projects on hand.

Da Tiantian urges Zhou Mo to shoot "The Immortal Wang Mang vs. The Son of the World Liu Xiu" every now and then.

In this drama set in the Eastern Han Dynasty, the character she plays, Zhao Shan, will have two more "magic weapons".

And the "magic weapon" corresponds to the grand scene.

However, even if there is a plan, there is no need to tell it now.

Otherwise, if it gets leaked tonight, the whole circle will probably know about it by tomorrow.

Zhou Mo didn't want to be involved in long and complicated social activities after winning the award.

He has already decided.

I'll only stay here for three days, and leave immediately after the three days are up.

Definitely don't stay a day longer.

……

"Since you want to go back so much, why don't you leave the day after tomorrow? Aren't things here already dealt with?"

After the banquet, Da Tiantian asked Zhou Mo.

"Achuan is going to hold a party to celebrate his conquest of Hollywood."

"Conquer...Hollywood?"

"OK."

Da Tiantian's expression was a little difficult to maintain.

But when I think about the person who said this, it's not strange. After the two of them finished digesting their food, Zhou Mo received a call.

It’s Director Tong calling.

"Zhou Mo, congratulations, you have achieved an unprecedented good result."

"Director Tong, you're too polite. It's just a good opportunity."

"No matter how good the opportunity is, you have to seize it. You don't have to be polite. Since you have achieved this result, when you come back, Lao Han and I will hold a celebration banquet for you."

Zhou Mo raised his eyebrows, a little surprised.

"That's too much, Director Tong."

"What exaggeration? You deserve it." Director Tong paused and continued, "Although we have always said in the past that the film and television industry should build our own evaluation system, but now in fact, the objective gap does exist.

Since you have achieved this result, you have truly brought glory to the country. It is only natural that we hold a celebration banquet for you. You should stop being polite."

"Obedience is worse than respect, so I will accept it shamelessly."

Tong Juha continued, "Also, you can imagine what reward you want, and just tell me when you come back."

"That's not necessary, didn't we say we'd have a party?"

"Hey, that's different. The banquet is because you got good grades, and the award is to show your contribution to the domestic film industry. The two cannot be confused."

When Zhou Mo heard this, he simply joked.

"Then I don't have to think about it anymore. How about this, Director Tong, in the next meeting, you can just save a seat for me in the second row."

Director Tong laughed out loud.

"No problem, it's just the second row. With the results you've achieved in the past few years, you can easily get the first row."

"Director Tong, you're joking. The second row will be fine." Zhou Mo also laughed.

Sitting in the front row means endless responsibilities.

How old is he this year?

There's no need to rush to the front row.

Just stay in the second row and be fine.

Hang up.

Da Tiantian handed Zhou Mo a glass of water.

After he finished drinking, he pretended to have a microphone in his hand and put it to his lips.

"Director Zhou, may I ask what do you think of the continuous celebration banquets?"

"Anyway, we are not the protagonists, so we should just participate."

Da Tiantian hummed and withdrew her tender little white hand.

"It's OK, Director Zhou. You seem to be quite sober."

Zhou Mo laughed: "Do you think I will drift to the point where I can't recognize myself anymore, and start letting myself go from now on and become Long Aotian?"

When Da Tiantian heard this, she didn't keep smiling but nodded.

"To be honest, it's true. I heard some time ago that someone suggested that since you are chatting and laughing with real estate tycoons like Chuan Da Tongling and new technology giants like Ma Yilong, it would be better for you to become a true international person as soon as possible."

Zhou Mo suddenly laughed.

"International people, that thing is just a synonym for pig. God knows when you should happily pay the fine."

Zhou Mo didn't want to pay the fine, nor did he want to be an international figure.

His current status is pretty good.

With someone protecting me and someone supporting me, life is pretty comfortable.

As an international person, even if you are as rich as Zhao Shoufu, have dual citizenship, and travel all over the world, you still have to go back obediently if someone tells you to.

There is really no point in that.

Next two days.

Zhou Mo meets many people every day and then rejects many invitations.

Some invited Zhou Mo to make a movie, some hoped that Zhou Mo would sign their actors, and some hoped that Zhou Mo would be generous and give money for investment.

"You're right, Zhou Mo, we should really leave earlier."

After getting up on the third morning, Da Tiantian said to Zhou Mo helplessly.

Zhou Mo was not the only one who was disturbed these two days.

And her.

After hitting a wall with Zhou Mo, some people chose to look for opportunities with her.

There is actually nothing wrong with this decision alone.

After all, Da Tiantian is now considered a gold medal producer who has won two world-class awards in a row.

Maybe it's easier than getting sponsorship from Zhou Mo.

Da Tiantian was annoyed by being called out to her, so she simply stayed in her room the whole day until today when she was going to attend the celebration banquet hosted by Commander Sichuan University. Then she changed her clothes, put on makeup, and prepared to go out.

At this moment, Da Tiantian looked back and forth in the mirror.

"How is it, is there something wrong with my makeup?"

Zhou Mo was behind her, cooperating and carefully observing the figure in the mirror.

"No problem at all. You should trust my skills. I'm a professional in makeup."

"What else?"

besides?

Zhou Mo didn't react at first, but when he saw the expectation in Da Tiantian's eyes, he reacted.

"Oh, and good makeup is for beautiful women, and only our sweet princess can bring out the best in this makeup."

"hey-hey."

Da Tiantian smiled happily and stood up.

"Get ready to go."

"Walk."