Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 176: Damn, I encountered Transformers.

"Producer?"

Chen Cheng was a little surprised: "Can I be listed as a producer?"

"What else? Last time when we saw the dragon take off its armor, didn't you get the job of assistant director, assistant martial arts instructor, etc?"

"Assistant director, assistant martial arts instructor, these are not important, it doesn't matter if they are fired. But it's different for the producer, can they be fired casually?"

"Of course, as long as it's suitable, then it's fine."

"What about Painted Skin's original producer? Co-producer?"

"Whatever co-supervision you want, we will do it. Even if we want it, we won't let you co-supervise."

Han Sanping said: "Painted Skin originally had no producer. Although there are indeed a few people doing the work of producer, they are just filling in the position and can't play a big role in Painted Skin. However, if you are attached, maybe the box office will have a good improvement."

"Ok."

Chen Cheng nodded: "Okay, let it fail. Don't blame me if the box office fails."

"Haha, don't worry. When it comes to box office failure, usually the director is to blame."

"I feel so too."

Think about it this way.

Chen Cheng also felt that being a producer was a good job.

Not only is the status not low, but it is also presentable.

The most important point.

That means there is something wrong with the film, and I won’t take the blame.

"In that case, I'll talk to the producers of Painted Skin."

"Ok."

Just as he was about to hang up the phone, Chen Cheng suddenly thought of something: "Um, Director Han, it's no problem to have my name on the project, but do I have to pay a production fee?"

"Pfft... you kid, I just let you put your name on the list, and you still want to get some money."

"Of course I do."

"Then when you saw the dragon unarmored, why didn't you tell the producers to take another assistant director's fee?"

"Now that you mention it, it's really... uh... forget it. They've already lost money at the box office. It's not appropriate to ask for it again."

"I'm impressed by you. Okay, I'll discuss it with them later. But we don't have the money right now. If Painted Skin makes money at the box office, I'll pay you your production fee. If not, forget it."

"Alright."

It can only be the.

It would be shameless to just put a name on it and ask for this and that.

Although Chen Cheng felt that it didn’t matter whether he had face or not.

But I really can’t get it now, there’s nothing I can do about it.

……

"Everyone, the National Day Golden Week is getting closer and closer, this is our best time."

Painted Skin producer Pang Hong convened director Chen Jiashang, as well as several producers and assistant directors of Painted Skin.

At the same time, several producers of Painted Skin were invited to a meeting.

There was only one theme for the meeting, which was to use all possible means to increase the box office of "Painted Skin" during the National Day Golden Week.

"So, recently, I talked with several CEOs of the investment side and made some changes to our strategy. The first change is to promote the position of assistant director Chen Cheng to the position of supervisor."

Speaking of it.

Pang Hong looked at director Chen Jiashang.

Pang Hong is the producer.

He is an easy-going person, and when he was a producer, he seldom interfered with matters such as filming.

He has always believed that professional matters should be taught to professionals.

Chen Jiashang is a good director, so he will not interfere with Chen Jiashang.

but.

The film has been completed, and as a producer, the most important thing is to make the film profitable.

obviously.

The performance of several previous Hong Kong films, as well as co-productions between Hong Kong and the mainland, have not been satisfactory.

The Warlords may seem good, but it's actually a loss.

Not to mention the two films "Flash Point" and "Gemini" which were terrible flops.

and so.

During the release period, Pang Hong changed the publicity strategy.

Originally, their publicity strategy was mainly centered around several important protagonists and director Chen Jiashang.

Although according to Pang Hong’s plan, several core members will still promote it.

But the point.

At this time, Pang Hong was ready to highlight the producer Chen Cheng.

"Director Chen, do you have any comments?"

Pang Hong paused and asked.

"I……"

Chen Jiashang was a little hesitant.

but.

After looking at several producers and finding that they had reached a consensus, he said helplessly, "I have no objection."

"it is good."

Pang Hong works quickly.

Don't blame him for doing this.

He has no choice but to do this.

As a producer, if the film loses money, he will bear more responsibility than the director.

Although Chen Jiashang is a good director, he is also a well-known director in the circle.

But Chen Jiashang is only famous in the circle.

Outside the circle.

Chen Jiashang's name is not well-known.

As for the reason.

That is, the films that Chen Jiashang had filmed before were overshadowed by others.

For example, the movie "The Legend of Drunken Master" directed by him did well at the Hong Kong box office, and he also won the Best Director Award at the Academy Awards for it.

But anyone who has seen The Legend of Sword and Fairy will say that this is a film by Stephen Chow and has nothing to do with Chen Jiashang.

later.

Chen Jiashang directed another equally famous film, "Fist of Fury".

It's a pity too.

It was also overshadowed by Jet Li.

"As for the other producers, you will each be named as co-producer. The chief producer will be Chen Cheng. Everyone, do you have any objections?"

Pang Hong asked.

Several producers responded faster than Chen Jia did.

Almost immediately, everyone said in unison: "No objection."

Most of the producers are representatives of the investors.

Now that the producers have reached a consensus, it is even less likely that they will have any objections.

Say.

These producers are not like those strong producers. These producers are actually just like working as employees.

Although he is a nominal producer, he actually does not have much power.

Therefore, they are even less likely to have any objections.

"Boss Pang, would you like to ask the leading actors for their opinions?"

one of the assistant directors asked.

Pang Hong glanced at the assistant director and said, "Okay, go ask."

This made the assistant director feel a little embarrassed.

Looking at Chen Jiashang, he couldn't help but ask.

Chen Jiashang shook his head, signaling him not to talk any more.

Don’t be fooled by the fact that producer Pang Hong is usually gentle and seems to not care about anything.

But when he really wants to take charge, let alone being an assistant director or even a director... he has no say at all.

As for the main actors.

Sorry.

In the eyes of these producers, unless the actor's popularity reaches the level of Jackie Chan and Jet Li.

otherwise.

They won't even consider it.

Yes.

The entertainment industry is so realistic.

Those stars and actors who are high and mighty in the eyes of others.

but.

In the eyes of these producers, they only judge how much box office you can bring to me.

of course.

If it is normal.

Producer Pang Hong's strategy may be more moderate.

but now.

He had to change.

The reason is.

Although it seems that there are not many films in China during the National Day Golden Week period.

But during the National Day Golden Week, they faced a greater challenge: Transformers.

……

"Will Transformers be released during Golden Week?"

“I thought he was going to release it next year.”

"Hahaha, that's great, Transformers is released early, brothers, let's go watch Transformers."

This time in 2007.

Hollywood blockbusters have unparalleled appeal to the domestic people.

Not to mention, this is a super big IP Transformers.

Countless friends grew up watching Transformers when they were young.

Simultaneously.

Transformers has proven its success around the world.

Global box office of over 6 million US dollars, over 50 billion RMB.

Now the only thing left is the Chinese market.

"Brothers, I suddenly realized that many movies have been withdrawn."

"I've noticed it too. Damn, these guys are such cowards."

"No way, who wants to watch a Hollywood blockbuster? Even if the Golden Week schedule is good, you have to give up when there is such a big Buddha."

There is no need for media reports, some netizens have seen this phenomenon.

"Fortunately, there is still a movie to support it, Painted Skin."

"I saw it too. I guess Painted Skin is cursing in his heart. They had planned to release it on National Day a long time ago. But they didn't expect that Transformers would appear during the National Day Golden Week?"

"Who do you think will win between Painted Skin and Transformers?" "Is this a multiple choice question? Are you insulting our intelligence? It's definitely Transformers."

of course.

It's not just some netizens who think so.

Almost everyone in the circle thinks so.

Although everyone in the circle knows it.

Painted Skin’s ability is good enough.

Directed by Chen Jiashang, starring Zhen Zaidan, Zhou Xun, Zhao Yanzi, Chen Kun, and Sun Li.

But a pity.

These actors seem to be famous, but when it comes to box office appeal, they are really average.

inside.

Especially Zhen Zaidan.

His movie The Fuse, which was released this year, was hyped up a lot in Hong Kong, and it was said to have brought a brand new concept of mixed martial arts.

result.

The box office was only 3000 million.

As for Zhou Xun, Zhao Yanzi, Chen Kun... they don't have much box office appeal either.

They are well-known.

More importantly, they have starred in many phenomenal TV series before.

But everyone in the circle knows it.

No matter how popular a TV actor is, he will be of no use in the film market.

but.

Just as many people and the media predicted.

Next week's box office is expected to be beaten by Hollywood's Transformers.

However, at this time, Painted Skin changed its previous promotional plan.

of course.

Ordinary movie fans don’t know what the plan is and what the unplanned is.

What they know is.

Before, the publicity for Painted Skin to the public was still done by Chen Jia, starring Zhen Zaidan, Zhou Xun, Chen Kun, Zhao Yanzi... them.

but.

at this time.

Whether it's Chen Jiashang, Zhen Zaidan, or even Zhou Xun, Chen Kun, Zhao Yanzi... they all became supporting roles.

Among a series of movie posters, the most eye-catching are four big words: Producer, Chen Cheng.

……

No need to say much.

Just four words are enough.

Producer, Chen Cheng… four words came out.

It can be said that it completely shocked the circle.

"Producer Chen Cheng? As far as I know, Painted Skin Chen Cheng is the deputy director."

"Can't the assistant director be the producer?"

"Not really. I don't think it was mentioned before that Chen Cheng was the producer."

"Then tell me now."

"Brother...you don't understand what I mean. What I mean is that the producer of Painted Skin may have taken a huge gamble."

The more prominent something is in a movie poster, the more they want to promote it.

Generally, the poster content will contain the following information.

director.

Starring.

If the lead actor is strong.

Like Jet Li.

The first person to be promoted is Jet Li.

If the director is very powerful, far more powerful than the lead actor, then the director's name will be promoted.

Such as Zhang Yi, Chen Kaige...etc.

If the director and the leading actor are not famous, or, they may both be famous, but one of them is more famous.

At this time, the person in this position is often the producer.

For example, in the later "Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back", the producer was Zhou Xingchi.

As for whether Zhou Xingchi did anything in this movie.

unimportant.

The important thing is the producer Zhou Xingchi.

Just for Zhou Xingchi's name, a lot of people would flock to the cinema.

at this time.

Chen Cheng was treated the same way as producer Zhou Xingchi in later generations.

have to say.

When faced with such a change, many people thought they were dazzled at first.

"It's a big gamble. It's a big gamble."

"Yeah, are the producers of Painted Skin going all out, or are they crazy?"

"Can this be won?"

"I do not know."

People in the circle all shook their heads.

Deep down, they are not optimistic.

Although they know.

Chen Cheng is indeed a point that can be hyped.

Like his age.

Such as his qualifications.

For example, he is still a student of Beijing Film Academy.

These are all very attractive places.

But they took such a desperate gamble to push Chen Cheng forward.

Almost everyone in the industry thinks that the producers of Painted Skin are crazy.

……

"Boss Pang, are you crazy?"

"Boss Pang, what is your relationship with Chen Cheng?"

"Boss Pang, are you ready to throw the jar into the ground?"

A series of text messages were sent to Pang Hong.

Pang Hong did not reply.

In fact, he is also under tremendous pressure.

If there were no Transformers.

perhaps.

Pang Hong wouldn't do that.

but……

no way.

Market competition is becoming increasingly fierce.

Having previously avoided "The Warlords" and "Assembly"... they can't withdraw from the schedule again and again.

Although it’s not impossible.

But once the film was withdrawn, all the publicity done before was wasted.

not to mention.

If you withdraw your schedule now, do you think you will have a better schedule in the next time period?

The better the schedule, the more series of films will compete.

Pang Hong also understood it.

The domestic film market has risen.

The further you go, the greater the competitive pressure.

If they let it go for another one or two years, Pang Hong didn't know if he would have the confidence to release Painted Skin.

……

"Chen Cheng, are you nervous?"

The National Day Golden Week is coming soon.

On the last day of September, the National Day Golden Week has begun.

Han Sanping called Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng said, "Director Han, why should I be nervous? I didn't provide the funds, and I'm not the director. If Painted Skin fails at the box office, it's not my fault. If it succeeds at the box office, hahahaha... then I'll make a fortune."

"You see it so clearly, kid. But I have to pour a bucket of cold water on you."

"What cold water?"

"You don't have to bear any responsibility for the box office failure of Painted Skin, but from now on, the words "Chen Cheng the producer"... these four words will probably be scrapped."

"I……"

Ok.

How could Chen Cheng not have thought of it?

The greater the advantage you gain, the greater the pressure you will have to bear.

The words "produced by Chen Cheng" can become a brand in the future.

But if the mission fails, the future brand of Chen Cheng will be lost.

"Director Han, I kind of hate you now."

"Hahaha...why do you hate me? I'm just trying to find some topics for everyone to relax."

"Okay, okay, Director Han, you've made me afraid to go to the bathroom."

"Not really. But tonight, you just have to wait for fate to decide."

Done.

Han Sanping hung up the phone.