Huayu: Start by asking ex-girlfriends for alms

Chapter 194: "Let the Bullets Fly" premieres and "Taken" is completed.

Even though it was during a period of fierce competition for the year-end box office, the premiere of "Let the Bullets Fly" still attracted a number of "competitors".

Yinghuang has produced many movies in recent years, including "Baby Project" and "The Legend of Zu" this year alone.

But even though "Baby Project" has the participation of Chen Long, Louis Koo, Yuan Yuan and Ah Sa, it is not as grand as "Let the Bullets Fly".

Created by Zhen Jiecheng and Jiang Wen, it features two Cannes Film Festival winners, Liang Jiahui and Ge Daye, competing on the same stage.

Originally, Liu Jialing was also one of the focuses of hype, but with the explosion of popularity of "My Love from the Star" on the screen, Fan Bingbing instantly jumped from a first-line star to a top star.

Many media outlets directly dug up Qiong Yao’s words from the past, “In my eyes, Fan Bingbing will always be destined to be a maid,” sparking endless discussion.

In addition, Deng Chao, Cheng Kun and other first-line actors serve as supporting actors.

"Let the Bullets Fly" has not yet been released, but it has already been regarded as the year-end blockbuster that is expected to surpass "Curse of the Golden Flower".

Provoke, not challenge!

Originally it should have been the latter. After all, Jiang Wen has always liked to play with profundity and metaphors, and his works are not very popular in the market.

But it was different when Zhen Jiecheng participated in the creative process, and the commerciality was immediately recognized. Especially after "Parasite", as an art film, made over 100 million yuan at the box office, no one questioned Zhen Jiecheng's understanding and control of commercial films.

"How's it going? Are you handsome?"

Jiang Wen had a tense expression and was wearing a white suit and a black tie.

There was a pen pinned to the tie, and a handkerchief adorned the top pocket.

You know what, it does have a bit of a mixture of a gentlemanly scum and a thug in a suit.

"What's the use of being handsome! My buddy can lie down for a night in the world, can you?"

"Dude, let's go on a date in the morning, sing karaoke in the afternoon, and go to the bar at night. Can you handle that?"

Wang Shuo rolled his eyes and started to confront Jiang Wen without waiting for Zhen Jiecheng to speak.

"You're dressed like a human being, but you've got to hold your stomach in the whole time. Don't let out a fart, or you'll be making a fool of yourself today!"

"Get lost, you don't even have the right to make a fool of yourself!" Jiang Wen pointed at Wang Shuo's belly, "I'll just assume you're envious of me."

"I'm not envious." Wang Shuo muttered, then raised his head and said seriously, "By the way, can you tell me the quality of the film?"

"Wow, today's scene is quite grand."

"Some have real skills, some are half-baked, some are just superficial, no matter what, all are well-known, and they are all here."

"Don't let the movie show that you are nothing. That would make you look like Feng Kuazi, embarrassing yourself with nothing but a tough mouth."

"Quality?" Jiang Wen adjusted his sunglasses, raised his head, and pouted at Zhen Jiecheng, "I don't have the final say, ask Jiecheng!"

"Yeah, that's true. It's not reliable to ask you!" Wang Shuo nodded. "I don't know if other people's shit stinks, but you can definitely eat your own shit. No matter who asks, I'll say the same thing: It smells so damn good!"

"Puchi~" Jing Tian couldn't help it and laughed out loud.

He quickly covered his mouth and looked up carefully, afraid that his impoliteness would attract attention.

But she was obviously worrying too much, as Wang Shuo and others focused all their attention on Zhen Jiecheng.

"Niu beep!"

Zhen Jiecheng gave a thumbs up.

"That's fucking awesome!"

“The kind that makes money while standing!”

"What is the expected box office?" Ye Jing asked.

"If I said directly that I was going to compete with Curse of the Golden Flower, even if you agree that I'm not bragging, you will definitely think that I'm a little bit exaggerated." As he said this, he saw Feng Xiaogang holding Xu Fan's arm in the distance, and changed the subject, "What was the box office of The Banquet?"

"1.3 million." Wang Shuo blurted out. He seemed to think that the answer was a bit too fast, which might cause the misunderstanding that he was paying close attention to Feng Xiaogang, so he added, "It seems so."

"Then let's have two copies of The Banquet!"

"Of course, that's not the goal, I mean the bottom line!"

Yinghuang brought all its artists here, and unless there were certain things that could not be postponed, the rest were all present.

Chen Long flew to Beijing again, and greeted everyone he met with a warm and hearty handshake.

Soon, another Kung Fu superstar walked onto the red carpet. "Dzi Bead Spokesperson" Jet Li waved frequently under the spotlight. Behind him was the leading actress of the currently released movie "The Legend of Zu": Li Bingbing.

"Why is she here? To support Fan Bingbing? This is really strange!" Wang Shuo was stunned.

"Not surprising! Huayi is co-producing a film with Lionsgate, with Chen Long and Jet Li teaming up, called something like 'Double J Project'."

"Chen Long is here, Li Lianjie is here, how can she not come? There are only so many resources, if she can't even eat the meat in her own pot, then..."

"Senior, it's Sister Xixi!" Jing Tian suddenly interrupted Zhen Jiecheng and said happily, "Senior, look, Sister Xixi and Auntie are here too!"

Now, aren’t we all here?
Through the car window, Zhen Jiecheng looked in the direction of Jing Tian's finger, his eyes fixed on Liu Xiaoli's face.

Tsk tsk tsk! To fish for the sugar man and Huayi again, it has to be Aunt Liu!

It is foreseeable that Liu Yifei’s most turbulent wave of negative news is about to brew, including but not limited to “becoming an X-man”, “godfather” and so on.

As I was thinking, I heard the staff's reminder.

"Director Zhen, the red carpet ceremony is almost over. You need to go to the creative team of Let the Bullets Fly and prepare to walk the red carpet together."

"Okay, I understand!" Zhen Jiecheng nodded.

"Brother Wang, I'll go over first."

"Go ahead, it's time for Ye Jing and I to walk on the red carpet." Wang Shuo waved his hand.

"Tiantian, come with me."

"Okay, Senior!"

No one would be smart enough to remind Jing Tian that she is an "outsider" and not suitable to walk the red carpet with the main creative team.

Fairness is like a slap in the face. Whether it involves "picking quarrels and provoking trouble" has never been determined by how much blood is slapped.

Zhen Jiecheng enjoys the "privilege" as it should, because this is the "fairness" in reality.

"Bingbing, look here."

"Director Zhen, Director Jiang, can you two stand together for a photo?"

The appearance of the main creative team brought the red carpet ceremony to a climax. There were flashes all around, mixed with the screams of fans shouting their idols' names.

It is understandable to call for Bingbing! After all, "My Love from the Star" is so popular.

Calling him Cheng Kun is understandable! After all, he is an idol.

But calling him Deng Chao, Jiahui, or Uncle Ge? That's a bit magical!

The most absurd thing was that someone shouted "Jiecheng!" out of nowhere, followed by a chorus of voices echoing him.

What about "Give me back my goddess" and "Let Sissi go".

What is "hold more gold bricks and take fewer detours, life role model Zhen Jiecheng."

There was a lot of noise, one after another.

Hearing the sound, Zhen Jiecheng quickened his pace.

Mouthing in his mouth,

"Mr. Lu did this job. It would be fine if he just hired extras to act as fans, but why did he even make up a jingle?"

"Besides, actors need this stuff, why would a director like me need it? Isn't it a waste of money?"

"Senior, you misunderstood." Hearing this, Jing Tian hurriedly explained, "Uncle Lu has arranged for Brother Chao, Brother Jiahui, Uncle Ge, Senior Cheng Kun and other actors. Oh, and Director Jiang's as well."

"But there is certainly none of yours!"

"Uncle Lu said that you are the director and don't need this. Director Jiang was originally the director, but Director Jiang is the lead actor after all."

Zhen Jiecheng:ヽ(ー_ー)ノ

"Ahem, Tiantian! You explained it very well. You don't need to explain it next time!"

Interview, interaction.

Under the control of the host, the creative team chatted about interesting things that happened during the filming.

However, there was not as long a fight as at the premiere of “The Promise”, as Jiang Wen’s personality was not up to the task.

"No more nonsense!"

"Jie Cheng said that this movie is great as a commercial film."

"I think so too!" Jiang Wen held the microphone and looked serious.

"Of course, we have no say! Whether it's a mule or a horse, take it out for a walk!"

As the words fell, the screen lit up.

The applause faded away with the freeze frame of the dragon logo opening.
"Outside the long pavilion, beside the ancient road~"

"Farewell" sounded in the dark.

The camera shakes up and down to explain the environment, with its majestic passes, long roads, green mountains and white rocks.

The camera followed the post-production eagle special effects, which made everyone on the scene perk up from the beginning.

Wow, what a grand opening!
Professional film critics began to take notes. The sound of the pen tips rubbing against the paper was drowned out by the sound of the speakers, giving the impression that "the chirping of cicadas makes the forest even quieter."

As soon as the horse-drawn train appeared, it was full of Jiang Wen's flavor.

"Are you starting to use metaphors so soon?" Even though the voice was very soft, the surprise in it was very clear.

Hearing the sound, Han Shanping in the front row twitched the corner of his mouth.

That's not the case!
These two bastards get together, they can lack anything but courage.

Isn't it just a metaphor? Wait, there are more to come!
The shots, the lines, the colors, the props, they are all everywhere!
Fortunately, these two guys squeezed in a "special" actor, otherwise the photoelectric department would have edited it to death? I can't handle it by myself.

The story continues, there is hot pot in the train.

Feng Xiaogang's wonderful guest appearance caused laughter and inevitably reminded people of "Kung Fu".

Steady!

With the sacrifice of the little steel cannon, the box office of "Let the Bullets Fly" is bound to take off!
At the same time, the sports shots that were very much in Jiang Wen's style gradually appeared in front of everyone. But as they watched, a few professionals found something wrong.

The quick-cut areas are still relatively hard, but they are a little more flexible!
For the former, Jiang Wen almost stylized it and used it in art films.

But with this little bit of agility, the film has a "commercial" attribute. In other words, it is more suitable for the public's aesthetic taste.

It’s Zhen Jiecheng!

Anyone who noticed this immediately thought of Zhen Jiecheng's name.

It seems that the media reports are not all nonsense. In addition to being an investor, screenwriter, and guest star, it is unclear whether Zhen Jiecheng has successfully seized power, but the rumors that he served as a photographer for a period of time are most likely true.

"Hiss! What a fast pace!"

There is no time to think about miscellaneous things.

From the moment Jiang Wen and Ge You started their conversation, the plot seemed to speed up instantly.

The dialogues are fast, the camera switches are fast, everything is fast!

But it's not just fast.

The language of the camera, the changes in facial expressions, the content of the lines and the changes in tone. There is too much content and there is no time to savor its connotation.

"Lend me your drowned brothers."

"Dead people are sometimes more useful than living people!"

It is both a metaphor and a connotation.

Not only in modern society, film critics even think of the ancient people who "annotated the Six Classics".

This reminds me of Li Zhi’s comment that “Confucius is like a dog barking”, which echoes Nietzsche’s “God is dead”.

Still can't wait to think about it,

"Brothers, take up the post of Goose City!"

Shooting alarm clock, firing three shots in a row.

The alarm clock is a metaphor, and the three shots are also a metaphor.

屮!
Jiang Wen is awesome!

Zhen Jiecheng is awesome!
You two are so damn daring!
The critics were excited, and the subsequent plot did not dampen their enthusiasm.

Starting from the moment we enter the city, the western-style shots are eye-catching, but they are just appetizers.

“Why isn’t it in slow motion?”

"Why can't we pause?" "A premiere isn't a movie theater. It should give us enough time to think and record it!"

I was so anxious that I scratched my head, but I had to control my emotions, for fear of missing even a shot or ignoring a line.

The acting competition lasted for more than ten minutes until the Hongmen Banquet began.

"It's so enjoyable! It's so enjoyable!"

“The colors, the camera movements, the lines, the acting.”

"This is called acting, this is called a blockbuster!"

Infected by Jiang Wen’s “Fuck”, everyone is saying “Fuck”.

In today's film and television circles, there are not many actors who can use the word "tama" well. Among them, Jiang Wen and Captain Jia are the representatives!
The small city of Goose was filled with countless useful information, becoming a microcosm of the society of that time and even today.

"The gentry's money will be returned in full, and the people's money will be divided into 70% and 30%."

"Why is it only 70%?"

"Seventy percent of it belongs to someone else!"

"It's too late. The previous county governors set the tax revenue of Goose City to the year 2006 or later, which is the year in the Western calendar!"

"What kind of bullshit is this? Good people should be pointed at with guns?"

He kept his eyes open and ears pricked up, and his brows furrowed in deep thought.

The rippling of the "transparent" big waves made the women at the scene spit, while the men laughed.

"Brother, you understand me" made people smile knowingly, but Han Shanping shuddered suddenly.

Amidst the thunder and rain, Jiang Wen's "translation surprise" made everyone's hearts beat along with the pauses and rhythm of his voice.

Finally, as Zhang Mazi said to Mr. Huang, "It's very important for me without you," and as his brothers went their separate ways, the scene returned to the green mountains and white stones.

The camera turned around and showed Jiang Wen's back.

Looking back at the subjective shot, the tracks, the horse-drawn train, everything seems familiar.

The song "Farewell" sounded, and the conversation between Sister Hua and Lao San could be vaguely heard.

Jiang Wen rode his horse to catch up and chased after the train.

The camera pulls up and the music of "The Sun Also Rises" bombards everyone's eardrums.

A brief pause, the next second,
"Crash!"

Thunderous applause!

Jiang Wen grabbed Zhen Jiecheng's arm, walked to the front of the stage, and faced the audience.

"Bullshit?"

"Niu beep!"

Although Zhen Jiecheng has always been shameless, he still feels a little unworthy of taking advantage of Jiang Wen's "bragging".

So he waved his hand and left the stage to Jiang Wen alone, who enjoyed the applause and praise.

Zhen Jiecheng had already gotten what he wanted: the experience and understanding he gained from communicating with Jiang Wen on the set!

As for the box office and copyright revenue of "Let the Bullets Fly", they are just a by-product.

What makes Zhen Jiecheng happiest is the changes he brought to Let the Bullets Fly during the process of using the handheld game console. Judging from the reactions on the scene and the exchanges with his peers, Zhen Jiecheng can be sure that his participation did not cause any flaws in the film.

“The main style of the lens is still Jiang Wen’s, and the details are added with your precision and agility. The balance between the two is very good, or the distinction between the primary and the secondary is very clear, without any contradiction or abruptness.”

Lao Mouzi replied in a low voice.

"Jiecheng, your foundation is very solid and covers a very wide range of areas."

"In the business field, you are ahead of us. I have nothing to teach you."

“But the field of art”

After a pause,
"Jie Cheng, you know so much."

"Let's not talk about Jiang Wen. I heard that Kai Ge regarded you as a close friend. I guess you have also studied Kai Ge's camera language, right?"

"Yeah." Zhen Jiecheng nodded.

"Wang Jiawei told me that you talked to him about movies for a long time in Cannes."

"So you must have studied Wang Jiawei's lighting and shadows in depth?"

Without waiting for Zhen Jiecheng to reply, Lao Mouzi continued,

"As for me, I saw it on the set of Curse of the Golden Flower. On the surface, you were asking me to change the script, costumes, and props. But in fact, you wanted to argue with me and get to know my understanding and use of colors in depth, right?"

"After all, simple explanations cannot inspire deep thought. The collision of ideas lies in arguments, or even quarrels. The more you argue, the clearer the truth becomes. Often, as you argue, your thoughts expand and inspiration bursts forth."

"But do you know why I didn't argue with you?"

"Emmm, because you are not good at talking, you can't win an argument with me."

Old man: (￣ェ￣;)
"Well, that's one of the reasons."

"But most importantly: Jie Cheng, you know so much!"

"You are full of energy and have great talent. You can learn things easily and master them immediately."

"When you tried to grab Jiang Wen's loud speaker, you understood the principle of participation in moderation and the distinction between primary and secondary. Why are you confused when it comes to yourself?"

"Artistic expression needs to highlight the key points. What is the key point? Green leaves match red flowers. The red flowers are the style, and the style is the key point!"

After saying that, he patted Zhen Jiecheng on the shoulder.

"Go back and think about it carefully. You are so smart, you will be able to figure it out quickly."

"By the way, I brought my work permit."

"Report your license plate number later. I'll reserve a special spot for you to ensure that you are not affected by the license plate restriction when traveling."

"As soon as possible. Emmm, it's not the day after tomorrow, it's tomorrow! The meeting will be held tomorrow! Jiecheng, don't forget it."

After saying that, without waiting for Zhen Jiecheng to speak, he threw down his work ID and ran away.

Looking at Zhang Yi's hurried and even staggering steps, Jing Tian exclaimed in admiration from the bottom of his heart:

"Senior!"

"Director Zhang is so hardworking that he even rushes to walk!"

"The school spirit of our Beijing Film Academy is really good. Senior Yimou is like that, and so are you. You are both very dedicated to your work."

"It fits the second half of our Beijing Film Academy motto: passing on the torch!"

"I have to do the same, learn from you and strive to carry on the tradition."

Zhen Jiecheng: 0.0
"You changed your mind and want to apply for the photography department? Directing department?"

"No, I'm in the Department of Acting!" Jing Tian replied.

"Oh, then you don't have to fight for it, you have already inherited the tradition."

Zhen Jiecheng curled his lips and fiddled with his work ID.

Although I admit that the old man's guidance just now is indeed very suggestive, but when people are not paying attention, he left his work permit and ran away. This is simply...Fuck Beijing Film Academy! Fuck the 78th grade! A bunch of dirty things that ruined the feng shui!
he~tui, disgusting!
Creative meetings for the Olympics, post-production on Taken, and script polishing for Crazy Race.

Zhen Jiecheng is extremely busy.

In addition, he also asked Li Pingbin for help and got the film and television adaptation of "Those Years" from Giddens.

No, it's not appropriate to take it. Jiubadao's enthusiasm was beyond imagination, and he gave a casual price, as if he wanted to deliver it to your door.

Zhen Jiecheng then learned that after publishing this novel, Giddens had been looking for directors everywhere, hoping to have it made into a movie, but he was rejected everywhere.

Now that someone has come to me on their own initiative, it is truly a blessing from heaven!
At the same time, under the instruction of Zhen Jiecheng, the company began to acquire novel copyrights. In the physical publishing industry, Liu Cixin's science fiction novels are the top priority. In the online literature circle, the film and television adaptation rights of "Strange Blowing Lantern" serialized on Tianya Forum have been acquired.

Zhen Jiecheng can't say he knows nothing about business, but he only knows the basics. So he made every effort to make early arrangements in the copyright field. The rest was left to professionals.

Time passed day by day, and 2006 was gone in a flash.

In the box office market, facing the strong resistance from "Let the Bullets Fly", "Curse of the Golden Flower", which has entered the middle and late stages of its release, is showing signs of fatigue.

As for "Yun Shui Yao" and "Mo Gong" and the like, they have long been forgotten in the corner.

It's just like the saying goes: When two big guys fight, the ones who die are all those who watch the fun.

Strictly speaking, the release dates of "Let the Bullets Fly" and "Curse of the Golden Flower" did not form a direct competition. Instead, the confrontation between the two expanded the market and made the year-end box office bigger.

The box office is proof of this: the rapid success of "Let the Bullets Fly" did not affect "Curse of the Golden Flower" from breaking 200 million. According to the prediction of the box office curve, it is even heading towards 300 million.

The entertainment industry was also not idle. Zhang Yu held 20 videotapes and letters of guarantee involving more than directors and producers, blasting and exposing the hidden rules.

This matter has been exposed since September. At this time at the end of the year, Zhang Yu went all out and made a big fuss.

Zhang Da Huzi angrily denounced Zhang Yu: "She has tarnished the entertainment industry!"

The media was not afraid of making a big deal and interviewed hundreds of celebrities to ask for their opinions.

What’s interesting is that 90% of them sternly denied the claim of “hidden rules”, while the remaining 10% skillfully practiced Tai Chi.

"According to what she said, Kun should be the most popular person in the entertainment industry. Only Kun is the most generous."

"Why are you asking me about this? Who is Zhang Yu?"

"If she says that to me, I will honestly say: I just slept with you, but I won't give you the role after that, so what?"

It was bustling and lively for a while.

Zhen Jiecheng was eating melons during his break, but unexpectedly, the trend changed while he was eating.

"Shock! It turns out that Zhen Jiecheng is the cleanest director in the entertainment industry"

Don’t ask, I’m just too busy

"Alternative Moral Model, Zhen Jiecheng Who Never Follows Hidden Rules"

"Shit! What the hell is going on? What does this have to do with me?"

Zhen Jiecheng was dumbfounded.

The melon eater becomes the melon being eaten, and the melon becomes the conspicuous melon hanging high on the front page of the entertainment news, which catches people off guard.

"Hahaha! Isn't this pretty good?" Chen Long grinned, "At least it's not slander or defamation, it can barely be considered a compliment!"

As he spoke, he gradually stopped smiling and after a few small talk, he became serious.
"Jiecheng, it's only February. Isn't the post-production a bit too fast? Do you want to refine it a little more?"

"Slow work makes fine work. I'm not in a hurry! I'm here on the new line, so they must not be in a hurry either!"

When Chen Long learned that the film was completed, he rushed to Beijing as soon as possible. The official launch of the co-production film, which had been renamed "The Forbidden Kingdom", could not divert Chen Long's attention.

Lionsgate? Huayi? Joining forces with Jet Li?

It's nothing more than selling sentiments and hype, Chen Long knows it very well!

Regardless of whether this project is successful or not, it will come at the cost of consuming the foundation accumulated by himself and Jet Li.

How can it be more important than the "golden goose" that may bring a second spring to your career?

"Brother, it's not me who's anxious, it's your mentality that's anxious!" Zhen Jiecheng shook his head. "Taken is just a commercial action film, not a science fiction film. There are no important special effects shots that need to be produced."

“In fact, whether it is shooting or post-production, I guarantee that its level of detail has already surpassed other commercial films.”

"But no matter how elaborately it is carved, it can't hide the fact that it is a bucket of popcorn."

“Feeling good is the most important thing!”

He stood up and gestured towards the projection room.

"Anyway, I am quite satisfied, and the New Line staff involved in the post-production are also very satisfied."

"If you have no objection, then once the dubbing is done, my work on this film will be finished."

Hearing this, Chen Long hesitated.
"Jie Cheng, the final cutting power is in your hands, right?"

"Yes brother."

"So, what do you mean by 'my opinion'?"

"Hey~ You flew all the way here, I have to be polite, right?"

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　　In addition, I owe an extra chapter on Sunday, and I want to take a day off. I feel like I'm not in the right state, and I need to reorganize my plot ideas.

　　I felt like I was stuck at 400,000 words.

　　I hope all the readers will allow me.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)