Chinese Entertainment

Chapter 717 Various speculations and additions (additional update, to make up for last month's debt)

As for Gu Wei, after leaving the reception room, he went directly to the twelfth floor and went straight to Zhang Yimou.

"Director Gu." Wu Ershan greeted Gu Wei immediately after seeing him.

"Well, how is "Painted Skin 3" going?" Gu Wei asked with a complicated expression.

"It is expected to be completed during the Spring Festival. Director La is in a hurry, but the quality has not declined." Wuershan responded with a complicated expression.

"Okay, tell me when you're done."

"I understand." Wu Ershan nodded, feeling that once "Painted Skin 3" was completed, the next time he came to Xingchen Film and Television Company, it might be a real cooperation.

Looking around at the surrounding equipment, Wuershan's eyes were a little reluctant, but when he thought of his dream of making a big movie, he buried everything deep in his heart.

"How is it?" Zhang Yimou asked with a smile while sitting on the sofa in the editing room.

"The foreigners have a lot to consider, so I left them a separate space to discuss."

"Don't force it. I don't have to worry about not having movies to shoot anyway." Zhang Yimou knew that it would not be easy to get the foreigners to give in.

"Haha, I was a little against you taking this movie before, but now I hope you can direct it." Gu Wei suddenly said.

Zhang Yimou thought for a while and said, "Because the movie is called "The Great Wall"?"

Gu Wei nodded slightly, "Yes, because it is called "The Great Wall", we can't let foreigners ruin these two words."

In the original time and space, the movie "The Great Wall" is a bit like Hollywood's "The Lord of the Rings". Unfortunately, both the script and the special effects are completely inferior to the other, and in the eyes of the audience it is a complete bad movie.

Now as Gu Wei invests more and more in the film industry, he does not want to watch this "bad movie" affect overseas audiences' perception of China's "Great Wall".

"Hey, now that you mention it, I already feel the pressure even though I haven't answered the call yet." Zhang Yimou sighed.

"Pressure is motivation. If you have confidence, you can make it into the Chinese version of 'The Lord of the Rings'. As long as the first part is of high quality, there may not be a second and third part."

The two chatted for a while, and Gu Wei noticed the time, then got up and went straight to the reception room.

On the other hand, a dispute arose during the conversation between the two.

The vice president of Global has been persuaded by Gu Wei. At present, Zhang Yimou is indeed a good candidate, provided that Gu Wei does not accept it.

But the Legendary vice president disagreed. He insisted that the Hollywood company should take the lead and would not allow others to change the script.

"Zhang is not Gu. He has not yet achieved results to prove himself. I don't agree."

"Damon, have you seen Jurassic World?" asked the vice president of Universal.

"? I don't understand how that matters?"

"Director Spielberg said that Jurassic World could surpass the previous films in the series at the box office. In other words, this film has a high probability of becoming a global box office hit."

Hearing this, Damon fell silent. He was not a person who was inflexible, but he just couldn't accept that another oriental director could influence the direction of Hollywood blockbusters.

What the Hollywood media reported does make some sense. Orientals have made too much profit from the North American box office market in recent years.

"But, once we accept it, how will we face the media reports?"

"Haha, media? They are our tools, they have to report what we say." The vice president of Universal said disdainfully.

“Are we going to watch helplessly as yet another great Eastern international director is born?” The legendary vice president still didn’t want to accept it.

“Damon, look at the cooperation between Warner and Gu over the years, they have made huge profits.

And you have to remember one thing, Orientals have changed. They are no longer the East Asian cowards we see. Looking at Gu Wei's development in Hollywood over the years, they are more like a pack of wolves from the East."

The vice president of Universal said something meaningful.

"Okay, I agree with you emotionally, but the decision needs to be made by the president." Damon still insisted on his opinion.

...

Twenty minutes passed quickly, and when Gu Wei walked to the living room, the two stopped talking.

"You two, what do you think of my suggestion?"

Gu Wei didn't waste any words and went straight to the point.

"I'm sorry, but we need to report your conditions to the board of directors for them to decide."

"No problem." Gu Wei shrugged and said with a smile.

.........

Internal entertainment.

Legend and the vice president of Universal stayed in Star Pictures for more than an hour, but the celebrities felt as if it had been a century.

After they left the Xingchen Building, Gu Wei's cell phone started vibrating, with messages constantly pouring in.

They were all acquaintances and friends in the industry. Some were optimistic about Gu Wei becoming the director of The Great Wall, some were asking for specific information, and some were asking if he knew the content of the script...

Some even went so far as to directly imply that they are willing to pay any price as long as they can get the role, and also included various large-scale photos.

Gu Wei took a few glances and deleted them all.

Netizens always think that celebrities have pretty faces and good figures, but in reality, most female stars are extremely thin and have little flesh on their bodies. They don’t have a figure as good as Liu Yifei.

However, seeing the actresses who are willing to give everything, Gu Wei feels that sometimes directors cannot control themselves, and a big reason for this is that the celebrities are too "active".

Anyway, no matter what, it seems like they think Gu Wei will have a good chance of getting the movie.

In an instant, in the eyes of these people, Gu Wei became a "resource" that they could get firsthand?

After rejecting several calls, Gu Wei finally answered the one from Da Lao Wang.

"Why, do you even care about this?"

"I would like to get involved, but unfortunately I don't have the chance. So I called you to ask if there is a chance to bring one with me." Big Wang said cheerfully.

"Then forget it. I can't get involved. China Film Group will have the cake and eat it all this time." Gu Wei said bluntly. "Well, putting aside the issue of investment, I really think you are suitable. When it comes to commercial films, you are better than Director Yimou, Director Chen Kaige, and Director Jiang Wen.

For such a big production, you are the first choice for director in the minds of many actors. If you accept it, everyone will definitely support you."

"Hehe, even if I took it, the light wouldn't stand a chance."

Hearing this, Wang Changtian was stunned. He really wanted Gu Wei to take over the film, and then Guangguang would give him a share. If that didn't work, he would even take over the publicity and promotion.

Unfortunately, Gu Wei didn't give him any chance at all, and Lao Wang suddenly felt that the call was in vain.

Afterwards, after answering Ye Ning's call, Gu Wei always felt that the other party called for Jing Tian.

There was no mention of investment on the phone, only roles, and it was also hinted that the screening rate of several films of Xingchen Film and Television Company could be increased.

But in other words, if Liu Yifei does not participate, Jing Tian is still a good choice, even though netizens criticize her for her poor acting skills.

But if we really talk about popularity in Hollywood, Jing Tian, ​​who has starred in "The Forbidden Kingdom" and "Pacific Rim", is more popular than Fan Binbin and Li Binbin in North America.

After all, she is the real heroine in "The Forbidden Kingdom" and she also has many roles in "Pacific Rim".

"Director Gu, I'll leave everything to you." Hearing Ye Ning's request, Gu Wei always felt that the other party had reached a PY deal with Lu Zheng, which was more proactive than recommending his own artists.

"I can't make you a promise because I have no plans to direct this movie." After saying this, Gu Wei hung up the phone.

Then, La Peikang called.

"I heard that you recommended Zhang Yimou?"

"We didn't reach an agreement, and we can't get the right to modify the script. Senior brother won't accept it..."

"Hey, foreigners are stubborn and don't know how to adapt..."

.........

It has to be said that the big cake of "The Great Wall" is getting bigger and bigger and has affected the entire entertainment industry.

There are all kinds of reports in the media.

"From the limited information at the press conference, we can conclude that the director of The Great Wall will definitely be one of those great directors..."

"The Hong Kong industry is also asking for equal treatment and hopes that China Film Group will consider their directors and actors..."

"Brother Chen Kai, Wong Kar-wai, Feng Xiaogang and others are probably interested. I heard they are in private contact with China Film Group."

Various speculations abound...

The artists under Xingchen Film and Television Company were also busy. They didn't dare to ask Gu Wei directly, but Wang Chen, Jiang Xueruo, and even Wang Jinghua became the objects of everyone's consultation.

"Sister Hua, is the boss really going to take over "The Great Wall"? " Tong Liya asked cautiously.

Originally she was still waiting for Gu Wei's new movie, but unfortunately she heard that the leading female role and the second female role had already been decided, and now even the third and fourth female roles were being fought over by many female stars in the domestic entertainment industry.

But movies are different from TV series. In movies, the third and fourth female roles are considered supporting roles, and even Tong Liya is not sure she can get them successfully.

Therefore, "The Great Wall" became a hot commodity, even when the company was about to start two big productions.

"The boss is still communicating with them. No one knows the specific situation except Mr. Song. I don't even dare to ask directly." Wang Jinghua pretended to be calm, but she was actually very anxious inside.

If the company can launch three big productions, namely "The Great Wall", "The Wandering Earth 2", and Gu Wei's new film, even if it gives up half of the roles, the remaining roles will allow dozens of artists under Shiba Culture Company to show their faces internationally.

It can be said that as long as it succeeds, in the next one or two years, Shiba Culture Company can eat half of this biggest cake, which is of great significance.

Tong Liya didn't get the news, and couldn't help feeling a little disappointed, while Zhao Liying next to her asked directly: "Sister Yaya, you have a good relationship with the boss, otherwise you can just ask directly."

Tong Liya glanced at Zhao Liying, and after thinking for a while, she decided to wait a little longer. After all, there were not many opportunities to ask the boss for a role, so she had to seize it well.

"The director has his own ideas, wait a minute."

Hearing this, Zhao Liying was a little disappointed, but she hid her expression well.

...

Just because Tong Liya is cautious doesn’t mean others are cautious.

After Qin Hao thought about it, he called Gu Wei directly.

"Director, do I still have a chance?"

Hearing Qin Hao's voice, Gu Wei instantly remembered a TV series that Qin Hao had filmed, and calmed down, "Be prepared to be the male lead, and tell Ming Hao as well, but there's no need to rush for now."

"Okay, director, I love you so much." Qin Hao said excitedly.

This time, Gu Wei hung up the phone directly, he couldn't listen any more.

Across the ocean.

Meetings were also taking place at Universal and Legendary headquarters.

The topic of discussion was "The Great Wall", and Universal's meeting lasted more than an hour.

After it was over, Adam Ferguson and Gu Wei made phone calls.

The meaning is very clear. If Gu Wei does not direct this movie, it will be impossible to adopt the director-centered system.

"Adam, I think this movie is good. We can add a few more stars, such as Matt Damon..." Gu Wei said softly.

"Zhang is a very talented director. I will convince the board members." Adam Ferguson replied with a smile and patted his chest.

On the other side, Matt Damon, who was lying on the balcony of the villa reading a script, suddenly sneezed.

"Who's thinking about me?" Matt Damon muttered to himself.

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(End of this chapter)