Entering the Chinese entertainment industry is like entering a deep sea

Chapter 730: Don't change the file and go to die?

The world premiere of the highly hyped "Vientiane Island" was finally held at the Shanghai Grand Theater.

Nicole Kidman made a surprise appearance at the end.

Faced with this uninvited visitor, Li Chen handed her over to Leon.

Leon looked helpless as they sat together, even though Nicole Kidman was an Oscar-winning actress.

But when it comes to box office, ten of her are no match for one Leon.

"(英) You and Li seem to know each other well."

"Of course, we are friends."

"We are friends too, aren't we?" Nicole Kidman turned her head and looked at Leon's slightly greasy but handsome profile and smiled.

"Of course." Leon smiled and did not respond to Nicole Kidman's words.

He had only a casual personal relationship with her, and she was not his type.

I just didn't expect that she would come uninvited. You could just promote your "Grace of Monaco" well, but you wanted to have an intersection with "Vientiane Island".

China is a gold mine and everyone wants to get a piece of it.

In Hollywood, perhaps the only female star who has truly become popular is Jolie.

As for the middle-aged woman next to him, if she hadn't married Tom back then, she wouldn't have been where she is today.

After all, Hollywood has always been dominated by male stars, and the same applies to China.

If Crystal hadn't married Lee, she wouldn't have been able to gain a foothold in Hollywood.

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The lights illuminated the stage, and Lan Yu, a new host who had just joined the movie channel, came on stage with a smile on her face, hand in hand with Liu Yiwei.

After some self-introductions and opening remarks, today's protagonist came on stage.

Li Chen brought Leon and Liu Yifei, Huang Xiaoming, Zhang Fengyi, Zhu Yilong and other main creators to the stage one by one and stood in the center of the stage.

From left to right are Li Chen, Leon, Liu Yifei, Zhang Fengyi, Reba, Huang Xiaoming and others.

On the huge screen behind everyone was the flaming poster of "Vientiane Island", which was extremely eye-catching.

Lan Yu stood beside Li Chen and said with a smile: "I am very excited to host the premiere of "Vientiane Island" today."

"Director Li, what was your original intention when you decided to shoot "Vientiane Island"? We all know that this movie cost 1.6 million US dollars. Even if it was put in Hollywood, it would definitely be an undisputed Class A project."

Li Chen took the microphone and looked around the audience with a smile: "First of all, I have to thank you all for coming to this 'island' today. Although it cannot be found on the map, I promise that every frame you see later will make it more real than the Bund in Shanghai."

There was laughter from the audience and some people started to applaud.

"Five years ago, when I graduated from graduate school, I told my teacher Tian Zhuangzhuang that I wanted to make a Chinese monster movie. My teacher asked me, 'Do you know how much money a Hollywood monster movie costs?'

"I said I know, and I also know that any page in the Classic of Mountains and Seas can create a monster universe."

Applause broke out again, and Han Sanping whispered to Tian Zhuangzhuang from the audience: "Old Tian, ​​you did a good job in taking in this disciple!"

There were wrinkles on Tian Zhuangzhuang's face, but his smile was calm. He understood what Han Saping said.

As a disciple, he might be a little arrogant, but why is he favored by the higher-ups?

In fact, this simple sentence just now gives the answer.

"Any page can create a monster universe." Just one sentence can make these old guys present feel proud of being Chinese.

People within the system value moderation and stability.

But people outside the system need a business card like himself who can showcase national culture and national pride, and Li Chen has never failed to deliver.

Li Chen pointed to the poster and said, "When this 'Yonghe' jumped out of the bamboo slips of the Classic of Mountains and Seas tonight, our special effects team cried three times."

"The first time was when the modeling crashed, the second time was when the rendering was overspent, and the third time was when my boss asked, 'Can the Panda God of War have longer eyelashes?'" Li Chen pointed at Liu Yifei and laughed.

The whole audience burst into laughter and Liu Yifei covered her face in embarrassment.

After the laughter and applause died down a bit, she raised her head and glared at her husband.

Liu Yiwei naturally asked with concern: "Mr. Li, are you okay when you go home tonight?"

There was another burst of laughter.

Li Chen smiled and said, "It's okay, we can talk about anything behind closed doors."

Huang Xiaoming and Deng Chao were whispering to each other on the stage: "Boss Li's show of affection will probably be the headline again today."

"That's right. I need to learn more from my former boss. See how I can coax Yifei. Then I can try it on my wife."

Li Chen got back to the point and continued, "Some people asked me why I dared to spend 1.6 million US dollars? Because I saw their dragons on the Hollywood set, and there was 'Made in China' engraved on their claws!"

"Today, I think it's time to tear off the label and replace it with 'Born in China'."

The applause in the Grand Theater continued, and Nicole Kidman in the audience witnessed for the first time the charm of this Chinese director who was as famous as a sky-high star in Hollywood.

"The purpose of Rongchen Pictures in creating the Eastern Monster Universe is simple: to let the world remember that the roar of Eastern monsters, in addition to special effects, also has the heritage of 5,000 years of civilization."

With such a captivating opening speech by Li Chen, the brilliance of the following leading actors was almost completely overshadowed by Li Chen alone.

Several leading actors shared some behind-the-scenes stories and interesting events during the filming.

In particular, Liu Yifei defended herself by saying that the question of whether the panda's eyelashes could be longer was a well-thought-out decision.

It was not until the film "Vientiane Island" officially began to be screened that the film producers and audiences at the scene realized what the Chinese miracle was.

When Yonghe broke the seal and tore out from the volcanic magma, Nicole Kidman leaned back suddenly and didn't even notice that her 3D glasses slipped to the tip of her nose.

When the swarm of bees with metal wings pierced through the soldiers' bodies like bullets, exclamations rang out one after another.

At the end of the film, when the subtitles finished rolling, the reflection of an astronaut's helmet suddenly flashed on the screen.

The frozen corpse of Yonghe is reflected in the screen, and a voice-over says: The Beijing Third District Transportation Committee reminds you: Unknown life forms have been found under the ice.

Everyone thought this was just a trailer for the second part, but they didn’t know that this Easter egg hinted at another universe of Rongchen Pictures: the science fiction universe.

Under the lights, there was silence for three seconds before deafening applause suddenly broke out.

"This isn't a movie, this is a visual earthquake!"

"Was it a hummingbird or a Gatling who just massacred the scientific expedition team?"

"This is not a movie, it's Leo's declaration of war to the global film industry!"

The audience and film producers at the scene were all very excited, and some of them ran to the bathroom as soon as the movie was over.

Several producers surrounded Li Chen and smiled so hard that wrinkles appeared on their faces.

"Mr. Li, I think the domestic box office of our movie will be at least 20 billion!" Ye Ning was very sure.

Wang Changtian shook his head: "I think there's more! Brother, you're amazing."

After La Peikang finished watching "The Island of Vientiane", he was immediately glad that Wu Yusen's "The Crossing" was chosen to be released during the Lunar New Year holiday.

What’s even more fortunate is that Director Han showed mercy at the time and only invested a little in "The Crossing", but invested heavily in "The Island of Vientiane"!
Han Sanping said succinctly: "You did a good job, kid."

Li Chen smiled and said, "No, no."

Everyone laughed so hard that Nicole Kidman stepped forward with a translator by her side. "(English) Lee, 'The Island of Vientiane' is wonderful. After watching it, I'm glad 'Grace of Monaco' is released in June instead of July." Nicole Kidman's English made several bigwigs present laugh out loud.

Li Chen politely said thank you. The premiere hadn't even ended yet, so why were everyone so excited that they forgot everything else?

The two hosts slowly walked to the center of the stage.

"Lan Yu, what did you just experience? I seemed to have forgotten my own existence. It was not until the applause at the end of the movie that I came back to my senses. It was so shocking. Is this really a movie made by us Chinese?"

"Brother Yiwei, I'm not sure either. Let's ask Director Li to tell us. Please ask Director Li to come on stage." Lan Yu said with a smile.

Li Chen slowly walked onto the stage, a beam of light shone on him, and Liu Yifei's eyes were always fixed on her husband.

There is pride and pride in his eyes.

My husband is definitely not as handsome as Leo next to me, but no one can deny that with him around, the focus will always be on him.

Lan Yu and Liu Yiwei put Li Chen between them.

Li Chen took the microphone and said with a smile: "The host's question just now was answered by our Chinese ancestors a long time ago."

"We can build the atomic bomb. It's just a movie. As long as we Chinese want to do it, there is nothing we can't do."

Han Saping had a smile on his face, thinking in his heart that this boy was simply an old fox.

After such words are spoken, Rongchen's reputation at home and abroad will probably reach its peak.

"I think everyone has seen the Easter egg at the end."

"Director Li, is the giant beast that opened its eyes the villain of the second part of "Vientiane Island"? " Lan Yu asked.

Li Chen nodded and smiled: "Of course, but in addition to the behemoth, everyone also saw the astronauts."

The two hosts nodded.

Li Chen continued: "What I want to say is that the focus of the Easter eggs is on the astronauts."

"Next, Rongchen Pictures will create a dual universe linkage, bringing Mr. Liu Cixin's "The Wandering Earth" to the screen, creating the opening work of China's science fiction universe."

As soon as these words were spoken, the stars in the audience immediately became excited.

All five producers were a little stunned.

Han Sanping thought, wow, this guy is making a surprise attack again.

"Director Han, for this project, we, China Film Group, should take the lead no matter what!" La Peikang approached Han Sanping and said with a smile.

Today, Rongchen Pictures has built a globally recognized brand power. All works produced by Rongchen Pictures.

It is no exaggeration to say that both domestic and foreign audiences and global film producers are flocking to it.

La Peikang knows that investing in Rongchen Pictures' films is safer than buying insurance!

Ren Zhonglun was not to be outdone and said with a smile: "Director Han, as a state-owned enterprise, China Film Group Shanghai Film Group must also contribute to such a project."

Director Han's words were a reminder to his former colleague that his head is controlled by his butt and he should not think of China Film Group first when something happens. He must treat everyone equally.

The premiere ended with great fanfare, and Li Chen and his wife had no plans to join in the closing red carpet in the evening.

Li Chen was held back by four producers.

Liu Yifei was entangled by the Li Bingbing sisters.

Several leading actors were interviewed by the media.

Yang Siwei and Wu Bin were surrounded by the film producers.

Overseas film producers blocked the export and were extremely enthusiastic.

"Name your price, Miss Yang. We at Pathé can promise that in addition to long-term screenings, we can also host the Rongchen Film Festival at the Champs-Elysees Cinema in Paris."

"Shochiku Films is willing to buy out the film for $2000 million."

"Ms. Yang, we CJ and Rongchen are partners, you can name the price!"

Before the closing ceremony even started, the lively scene of the premiere of "Vientiane Island" was already on the front pages of major media outlets.

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"The monsters from Classic of Mountains and Seas exploded on the screen, and Li Chen's "Oriental Giant Beast" made the audience forget to breathe."

"The premiere of "Vientiane Island" set off the Shanghai Film Festival! Li Chen made another big move: officially announced that "The Wandering Earth" will open the Rong Chen science fiction universe."

"The dual universes of monsters and science fiction are linked together, ushering in a new era for the Chinese film industry."

"From Made in China to Born in China, Li Chen never forgets the Chinese Dream."

"Hollywood Daily Reporter: I forgot who I was in the last 20 minutes. I didn't remember to breathe until the Easter eggs. The Chinese are incredible!"

In addition to major media, there are also a variety of topics about "Vientiane Island" on Weibo.

"I forgot to blink while watching "Vientiane Island"" has been read 2.8 million times.

"Surveillance monitoring at the Shanghai Grand Theater's toilets showed that the average number of people leaving the theater during this screening was 0.3, a record low in the history of the Shanghai Film Festival."

Li Bingbing also had to attend the closing red carpet, so he and his sister Li Yu went straight back to the hotel.

"Cod, do you think it's possible for me to star in "Vientiane Island 2" or "The Wandering Earth" announced by Director Li today?"

Li Yu is very efficient. When she heard about this project on site, she asked her subordinates to buy a copy of "The Wandering Earth" immediately.

"Sister, we will do our best in this matter. I think Yifei will definitely feel our sincerity."

Li Yu judged that based on Director Li's usual style, for a big project like "Vientiane Island", the sequel might still be starred by Yifei, but it is also possible that there will be a replacement.

After all, given Yifei's current position in the industry, commercial films are no longer a necessity; art films that can win awards are what's in demand.

Presumably, the competition for the female lead in "Vientiane Island 2" will drive all the top actresses in the country crazy.

Maybe some bitches will do whatever it takes, and I don’t know if Director Li can keep his reputation.

Li Chen and Liu Yifei returned to the villa.

Liu Yifei just talked about this: "No wonder Sister Yu can make Hesong so successful. Sister Yu just told me that if Sister Bingbing is lucky enough to star in "Vientiane Island 2", they are particularly willing to do it for free."

Liu Yifei brought a fruit plate, poked an apple with a fruit stick and stuffed it into Li Chen's mouth.

The couple had just taken a shower and were sitting on the sofa leisurely.

"But Tangtang and Mimi kept asking me for favors. Mimi said, you promised her a role, when will you fulfill it?"

Li Chen smiled and said, "This is the manifestation of great wisdom appearing foolish and great foolishness appearing wise."

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This was also Huang Xiaoming’s first time watching “Vientiane Island” and he was shocked.

"Mr. Yu, Mr. Ye, my suggestion is that the release date of "Kingdom of the Moon" should be either moved up or postponed."

Ye Ning was more direct: "I think what Xiaoming said makes sense. Why don't we change the schedule and go and die?"

Yu Dong smiled bitterly and said, "I'm afraid that 'See You Tomorrow' will also have to be changed."

(End of this chapter)