Chinese Entertainment

Chapter 137 New cooperation?

After the two of them cleaned up the hotel room, they went directly to the shooting site.

At this time, Nolan was being interviewed by media reporters.

"Excuse me, Director Nolan, Director Gu came to visit the set yesterday. Was this an agreement you had made?"

"Well, Gu and I are very good friends. When he learned that I was filming in Hong Kong Island, he came directly to visit."

"It's being said online that you've already confirmed your collaboration on the next movie. Is this true?"

The reporter continued to ask without giving up, hoping that some big news would be revealed.

"It has not been confirmed yet, we can only say that there is an intention in this regard."

Nolan's answer caused exclamations from reporters on the scene.

"Director Nolan, can you tell us about your next collaborative project?"

"Director Nolan, will Liu Yifei star in your next movie?"

...

"Sorry, this needs to be kept confidential. Today's interview ends here. The crew needs to start filming."

Nolan only answered some irrelevant questions and then stopped responding and continued filming. The staff immediately stepped forward to stop the reporters from interviewing him.

The reporters did not get the answers they wanted, but this did not hinder their reporting, as making up stories was their specialty.

“Director Nolan will collaborate with Director Gu on a new film.”

"Liu Yifei is suspected to be the heroine of director Nolan's next film."

...

The collaboration between the two great directors is like a stone thrown into a calm lake.

The news spread instantly in the circle.

With two major Hollywood directors joining forces, plus the domestic big star Liu Yifei, the online news reports were suddenly full of gimmicks.

"What a lucky little girl."

When Li Binbin, a member of the crew of "The Forbidden Kingdom", saw the report, her tone was full of envy. She thought that she, a big star, could only play supporting roles in Hollywood movies. The two were incomparable.

In the crew, Jing Tian was in the same situation, staring at the phone screen with dull eyes. However, thinking that he was currently in the crew of a Hollywood co-production, after a moment of silence, his confused look was no longer there.

At this time, Jing Tian had already been admitted to the Beijing Film Academy. Her art examination went smoothly. With her good looks and experience in starring in Hollywood blockbusters, she easily entered the Beijing Film Academy.

This matter was also being discussed in the QQ group of the Beijing Film Academy Class of 02.

"Yifei, are the reports on the Internet true?" Zhou Yang directly tagged Liu Yifei and asked frankly.

"Do I need to ask? It must be true. With Director Gu here, Yifei is definitely the heroine of a Hollywood blockbuster."

Zhu Yawen, who was filming "Crossing the Guandong" at the time, saw the message and said something.

During the time in the crew, Zhu Yawen grew very fast and could respond to Feng Cheng's words at any time. The TV series he starred in was invested by Gu Wei.

"You're the one who talks too much. I'm asking Yifei."

"The online news reported that Yifei and Director Gu are in love. Is this true? I'm so envious."

Jiang Yiyan said sourly.

"It has not been confirmed yet. We can only say that there is an intention in this regard. Please keep it confidential."

After seeing the message, Liu Yifei replied that after graduation she had less and less contact with her classmates, and their friendship gradually changed.

...

"Haozi, have you watched the news?"

In the crew of "Assembly", Zhang Hanyu, who played Guzidi, took advantage of the crew's break to pull Qin Hao aside and asked.

This person is also a capable person. When casting for "Assembly", Feng Xiaogang first considered his good friend Ge You. Unfortunately, Ge You was indeed not suitable for this type of role. Zhang Hanyu seized the opportunity, recommended himself to Feng Xiaogang, and finally won the role of the male lead.

"What's the news? Let me see."

Qin Hao took the phone and looked through it.

"Director Gu has a new movie coming out, and it's a Hollywood blockbuster."

Qin Hao instantly became excited. No actor can resist the temptation of a Hollywood blockbuster.

As for the reports that Gu Wei and Liu Yifei were suspected to be in a relationship, he automatically ignored them. He knew the details.

"I really envy you, Haozi. If you sign with Director Gu, you will be able to star in a Hollywood blockbuster sooner or later."

Since Qin Hao joined the crew, Zhang Hanyu, as the male lead, did not dare to put on airs in front of him, and was even a little bit fawning. The two of them got along well.

"I still don't know if the news is true or not. It's nothing."

"Whether it's true or not, I'll treat you to a drink tonight to celebrate in advance."

Zhang Hanyu said generously.

The latest news about Chen Kaige’s domestic movie "Mei Lanfang" is that Li Ming may play the male lead.

After the news came out, Li Ming's fans all expressed their anticipation. At this time, Li Ming's appearance was really impressive, and coupled with his reputation as one of the "Four Heavenly Kings" of Hong Kong Island, he attracted the attention of many fans.

"Lust, Caution" has been completed and is currently in post-production. Director Li An said in an interview that the film will be released in the second half of the year and will also be submitted for this year's Venice Film Festival.

The media reported that an actor had quit the big-budget movie "Red Cliff". Tony Leung Chiu-wai reluctantly quit the role of Zhuge Liang, citing insufficient preparation time and the need for extensive training as reasons.

Later, the crew revealed that Jin Chengwu would play the role of "Zhuge Liang", and a new round of discussion began in the circle.

...

Originally, Gu Wei planned to finish the visit and return directly to the capital with Liu Yifei.

However, Yang Shoucheng of Emperor Entertainment Group invited him again and again, and finally Gu Wei accepted the invitation out of courtesy.

In the crew, Nolan started filming, and Gu Wei and Liu Yifei watched from the side. It was indeed dangerous for Nolan to shoot these action scenes, but the director had requirements, so the actors had to go ahead and there were also stand-ins, who would complete all the dangerous actions.

After finishing a few scenes and checking the time, Gu Wei said goodbye to Nolan and brought Liu Yifei to the hotel entrance.

After a while, several black Mercedes-Benz came outside the cordon and stopped quickly.

Then Huo Wenxi and Yang Shoucheng got out of the car accompanied by bodyguards.

Seeing this, Gu Wei took a few steps forward and went to meet him.

"Director Gu."

Yang Shoucheng and Huo Wenxi shouted respectively.

Gu Wei nodded and responded:
"Director Yang, there's no need to be so grand."

He was a little uncomfortable with the situation.

"Haha, Director Gu, you're too polite. Since you're here, I must come here in person as well."

Emperor Entertainment Group's Yang Shoucheng was very polite. He had always dreamed of getting in touch with the great director Gu Wei, so now that he had such a good opportunity, how could he not take it seriously?

"Yifei." Yang Shoucheng saw Liu Yifei next to him and greeted her with a smile.

"Hello, Mr. Yang."

"Director Gu, Yifei, get in the car."

Hearing this, Gu Wei did not hesitate and took Liu Yifei into the car.

The car drove all the way to the Peninsula Hotel. The news that Yang Shoucheng came in person to pick up Gu Wei was on the news in less than half an hour, and it was a follow-up report.

"Emperor Entertainment CEO Yang Shoucheng came in person to pick up the famous director from the mainland."

"Artist Director Huo Wenxi accompanied him."

"Director Gu Wei and Chairman Yang are having dinner at the Peninsula Hotel."

The car stopped, and Gu Wei looked at the hotel in front of him with some emotion. The Peninsula Hotel, known as the "Lady of the Far East", has witnessed many stories of Shanghai and Hong Kong Island in that era.

"Director Gu, please."

"Director Yang, please."

Several people entered the hotel together and walked for a while before reaching the destination.

Looking at the magnificent buildings inside, this was a period that is hard to recall for the Chinese people.

In the huge private room, there were only four people, Gu Wei, Liu Yifei, Huo Wenxi and Yang Shoucheng, and a table full of delicious food.

"Director Gu, thank you for coming. This is for you."

Yang Shoucheng raised his wine glass and spoke politely, while Huo Wenxi beside him also quickly raised the glass in front of him.

"Mr. Yang, you're too polite."

A few people took a sip and put down their glasses.

"Director Gu, the filming of the movie has been completed. When is it expected to be released?"

Yang Shoucheng, like Ye Ning, is quite concerned about this issue.

Gu Wei had no choice but to repeat his words again.

"What are Director Gu's plans for his next film? I heard from the media that he is going to collaborate with Director Nolan?"

Huo Wenxi next to him asked at the right time. As soon as he finished speaking, Yang Shoucheng closed his eyes and then looked at Gu Wei with a smile.

"I have this idea, but it has not been confirmed yet. Director Yang should also know that the most important thing at the moment is the post-production of Interstellar."

Gu Wei rejected it directly without any emotion. Emperor Entertainment Group was dreaming. He didn't even want China Film Group to sponsor this movie, let alone other companies.

"Haha, Director Gu is right."

"Director Gu, Yifei, let's eat some food first and then talk slowly."

Seeing that the atmosphere was getting a bit dull, Huo Wenxi interrupted.

"Come on, Director Gu, Yifei, let me toast you a glass. This is a welcoming banquet for you..."

...

After dinner, Gu Wei and Liu Yifei returned to the hotel to rest. As for Yang Shoucheng's thoughts, Gu Wei had no intention of following up, as some things had already been made very clear at the dinner table.

The next morning, the two arrived at the airport and set off back to the capital.

As soon as he got off the plane, Gu Wei received a call from Han Sanping.

"You've been back for so long, but you don't even come to the company to see me."

Han Sanping said directly on the phone.

"Boss Han, you just took office. I know you are busy. How dare I disturb you?"

"Now that you're back, why don't you come to China Film? I heard you have a new project. Come and talk."

After hanging up the phone, Gu Wei felt a little helpless. This guy was really domineering.

"Xixi, you go back first. I'm going to go to the Central Film Academy."

Liu Yifei was next to Gu Wei and Han Sanping when they were talking on the phone. After hearing this, she nodded obediently.

"Senior, when you are done, come to my house for dinner tonight."

"Yeah, I'll go."

After saying that, Gu Wei took a taxi and went straight to China Film Group. Liu Yifei was taken home by the driver, as Gu Wei was worried about letting her go back alone.

...

China Film Group Corporation, with Han Sanping taking office, the group launched a series of support plans, and there have been many young faces coming in and out of the group.

"Hello, Director Gu, I'm from the directing department of Beijing Film Academy..."

"Director Gu, I am from the directing department of the Central Academy of Drama..."

After arriving at the company, people kept introducing themselves, most of them were young directors who graduated from several major universities.

Along the way, Gu Wei kept nodding in response.

"Director Gu, please come in. Director Han is waiting for you."

The assistant took Gu Wei to a new office and spoke to him at the door.

"Ah."

When I pushed the door open, I saw Han Sanping leisurely drinking tea.

"Come on, take a seat and try this year's new tea."

Hearing this, Gu Wei didn't hesitate and sat down opposite him, picked up the teacup and took a sip.

"We have an idea for a new movie. What's going on?"

"Director Han, nothing has happened yet. I'm just going to meet with Director Nolan. Those media reports are all nonsense."

"What do you mean by 'not a clue'? Director Nolan has already answered that it really happened, why are you hiding it from me?"

Han Sanping said casually without even raising his eyelids.

"No matter what, count it as part of China Film. Don't worry, we won't treat you unfairly in the future."

"Okay, just consider it as a congratulations to you, Mr. Han, on taking office."

After hearing what the other party had said, Gu Wei had no choice but to refuse.

"When does it begin?"

"It will be at the end of this year at the earliest, or possibly early next year. I will be responsible for providing the script and funding, and Nolan will be in charge of filming..."

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(End of this chapter)