Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 181 Genius Director, Chen Cheng's Road to Advancement. (Subscribe)
"Chen Cheng, the movie 'Love Call Transfer' you shot is so funny. You don't know, I laughed the whole time."

"Me too. I usually don't see you talk much, but I didn't expect you to be so humorous."

"You will be the future king of comedy. I believe this movie will do well at the box office."

A group of classmates walked out of the cinema and talked to Chen Cheng from time to time.

But a pity.

The box office is not something that the general public has the final say on.

Although many people would say that this movie is good and interesting after watching it.

You can wait until 12 o'clock that night.

Chen Cheng looked at the box office.

200 million.

Ok.

Normally I am used to making more than 1000 million a day, so when I saw the number 200 million, I really found it a little hard to accept.

However, Chen Cheng is very good at adjusting his state.

It was just for a while, so Chen Cheng didn't take it too seriously.

This film was originally a small production.

Small productions not only require less investment in filming, but also less publicity.

Under this premise.

Major cinema companies will arrange corresponding screenings for you based on your production costs, publicity expenses, etc.

undoubtedly.

"Love Call Transfer" does not have much screening rate.

A box office of 200 million is already pretty good.

At the same time, if we calculate according to this trend.

In a complete release cycle, it is likely to exceed 2000 million.

This is 1% more than the results in the previous life.

"It's okay, it's not too embarrassing."

After all, it was directed and acted by Chen Cheng himself.

Chen Cheng’s request was also very simple.

It’s just higher than the box office in the previous life.

of course.

Sun Jianjun was also very satisfied with the 200 million box office on the first day: "Director Chen, should we celebrate?"

"Two million box office, Mr. Sun, this celebration is so embarrassing."

"Haha, 200 million is a little less, but it also depends on the production and investment. Not every movie can make over million. If that were the case, they would all be big directors and producers."

"That's right. Mr. Sun, I think I have completed the moving mission."

"Completed, of course completed, exceeded the target."

Sun Jianjun nodded: "After a while, China Mobile will license this film to various media companies and major Internet platforms... Anyway, China Mobile has never thought about making money. It would be great if you can make some money on the big screen."

"Row."

The management has no objection.

The producer had no objection.

Chen Cheng had even less objection.

……

At the same time as Chen Cheng's "Love Call Transfer" was released.

the other side.

Huayi Feng Xiaogang's "If You Are the One" has also been officially launched.

In fact, at the last Huayi Recommendation Conference, If You Are the One received attention from all sides.

In addition to the main investment by Huayi, a series of other investors raised the remaining funds within a week.

obvious.

Many investors are very fond of Feng Xiaogang.

"Director Feng, congratulations on the approval of your If You Are the One project."

"Director Feng, it is said that the total investment for If You Are the One is 5000 million."

"Director Feng, will If You Are the One be shown as a New Year gift at the beginning of 09?"

A group of reporters asked Feng Xiaogang questions from time to time.

Feng Xiaogang also looked very happy and answered from time to time.

"Director Feng, Director Chen Kai recently released his film "Mei Lanfang". What do you think?"

"I think Mei Lanfang's film is OK, but the box office is a little low."

"Director Feng, currently the only ones with a box office of over 2 million yuan in China are you, Director Zhang Yi, and Director Chen Cheng... What do you think..."

"Wait, when did Chen Cheng's box office break 2 million?"

"The box office of Painted Skin, directed by him, broke 2 million yuan."

"If I remember correctly, he was the producer of Painted Skin."

"Director Feng, do you think Director Chen Cheng doesn't have this ability?"

"I didn't say that. But he recently released a movie called 'Love Call Transfer', which I think is good. You can go and watch it."

This is of course a sarcasm.

He watched "Love Call Transfer" and the box office was only 200 million.

When Feng Xiaogang saw the box office, he almost laughed out loud.

Although he knows.

This film is a custom-made mobile drama.

But how many people outside the circle know about it?

There's nothing we can do about it.

The main reason is that this film was not promoted much and people didn’t know it was Chen Cheng’s work.

and so.

Currently, there is little discussion about "Love Call Transfer" in the media, and no one is complaining about Chen Cheng.

This made Feng Xiaogang unhappy.

How come the media remain silent when the box office is so disgraceful?
Where are all those media outlets that cursed "The Banquet", cursed myself... and cursed me so hard?

Intentionally or unintentionally.

Feng Xiaogang reminded several reporters.

of course.

It’s not that Feng Xiaogang doesn’t have the tolerance to do so.

On the surface, he did not have any major conflicts with Chen Cheng.

but.

This Chen Cheng made Feng Xiaogang very unhappy from time to time.

Just like this guy's bad mouth about the night banquet before.

That's all.

But later, Huayi actually said that it wanted to invite Chen Cheng to be the producer, and Feng Xiaogang couldn't help it.

Why was Chen Cheng chosen as the producer of If You Are the One?

No one can be the producer of my film.

Although Chen Cheng declined.

but.

Feng Xiaogang still hated Chen Cheng.

However, the reporters misunderstood and asked, "Director Feng, it seems that the box office of this movie was only 200 million yesterday."

“It’s really only 200 million.”

"Based on this box office, this movie should be average."

"That's not necessarily the case."

Feng Xiaogang smiled and said: "Sometimes a pearl will be covered in dust, and a good film may not be discovered. I think this film is very good."

After the interview, the reporters left.

But what Feng Xiaogang never expected was.

I don’t know if it’s intentional or unintentional.

After many media reporters interviewed, the headlines of major media outlets that day turned into this:

【Feng Xiaogang's New Year's blockbuster project is approved. 】

【If You Are the One, See You There During the 09 Spring Festival. 】

[A new film by Mr. 2 million yuan, highly recommended by Feng Xiaogang. ]

【Chen Cheng's "Love Call Transfer", Feng Xiaogang praised it. 】

There is no need to mention Feng Xiaogang's current popularity.

As soon as such a title came out, it immediately attracted the attention of a large number of fans.

"Hey, Chen Cheng's new film?"

"Is this Chen Cheng the producer Chen Cheng?"

"Seems to be."

“He has a new movie coming out.”

"It seems like he directed and acted in the film himself this time."

"Oh my god...why isn't this movie being promoted in the media? I'll go check it out."

Because it is a mobile customized drama.

So "Love Call Transfer" was not promoted much.

There is no publicity.

Naturally, not many movie fans knew about it.

Maybe many people don’t understand this truth.

Many people would think that Chen Cheng is so famous that sometimes everyone would know him even without any publicity.

If that were the case, the world would be too easy to play with.

Even a strong company like China Mobile is known to almost everyone and it also needs publicity and promotion every day.

Some stars are extremely popular, but they still have to appear in the media more often every day.

People are very forgetful.

If you don't appear in the media for a while, people will forget you.

in this world.

Even those who like watching movies usually don’t keep track of new movies every day.

Almost 99% of users enter the cinema only after seeing various promotions and reports.

If no one promotes your movie, no one will even know the name of the movie.

Excuse me.

No matter how well you make your film, it is possible that no one will be interested in it.

Don't believe that word of mouth will gain huge momentum over time.

Word of mouth is also a mysterious thing.

Even word of mouth needs to be publicized and promoted by others.

The reason why "Love Call Transfer" only had a box office of 200 million on the same day was because there was no promotion.

Originally, it didn't matter.

but.

At this time, something unexpected happened.

Feng Xiaogang, who did not have a very good relationship with Chen Cheng, took the opportunity of the new film project to promote "Love Call Transfer".

of course.

Feng Xiaogang originally did not want to promote "Love Call Transfer".

But after all, Feng Xiaogang is a well-known director.

In terms of qualifications and age, he is also Chen Cheng's predecessor.

As a senior.

Feng Xiaogang can't say too much in a negative way. But.

His optimism has aroused the curiosity of many movie fans.

"It is said that Feng Xiaogang is not convinced by anyone, he recommends everyone, watch this movie."

"It's a film by Mr. 2 million yuan, Chen Cheng, and Feng Xiaogang is supporting it. I'll watch it too."

"What kind of person is this? It's already been a day since the movie was released, and they're just advertising it now... I'm going to go watch it now."

……

The aroma of wine is also afraid of deep alleys.

After someone started promoting it, the situation became completely different.

Don’t say that “Love Call Transfer” is well-made.

It is also a completely different kind of comedy from Feng Xiaogang's.

Plus, there’s Chen Cheng’s support.

For an instant.

"Love Call Transfer" originally had a box office of only 200 million on the first day, but on the second day, its box office increased to 500 million.

"500?"

"What's going on?"

Feng Xiaogang felt like vomiting blood when he saw that the box office of "Love Call Transfer" increased instead of decreased the next day.

Let’s take a look at the previous media reports.

Feng Xiaogang almost wanted to strangle those reporters.

Damn media.

What do you mean I am optimistic?
Can't you understand people?

I'm being sarcastic, do you understand?

Would I recommend that guy?

Is there something wrong with my brain?

There was constant complaint in the corner of his mouth.

Feng Xiaogang wanted to call a few more reporters over to severely diss the movie "Love Call Transfer".

But in the end.

Feng Xiaogang still held back.

He found.

This film obviously took advantage of its popularity to boost its box office.

If I don't say anything, then this movie won't make any splash.

This time.

Feng Xiaogang has become smarter.

He said nothing.

No explanation either.

Let alone diss "Love Call Transfer".

But after Feng Xiaogang set the precedent, the box office success of "Love Call Transfer" has been unstoppable.

"Hahahaha, I'm dying of laughter, it's so funny."

"It's Director Feng indeed. I like this brand new kind of comedy. I like it. I really like it."

"I support Chen Cheng and Director Feng... Both of them are great directors in our country, come on."

"Brothers, I highly recommend "Love Call Transfer", it's really great."

"Mr. 2 Million Yuan is indeed Mr. 2 Million Yuan. Chen Cheng's new work, "Love Call Transfer", is a must-see."

There was the first wave of popularity.

The two words "Chen Cheng" finally unleashed their power.

The next day, the box office of "Love Call Transfer" was still 800 million.

On the 4th day, "Love Call Transfer" had a box office of 900 million.

On the 5th day, "Love Call Transfer" broke the 1000 million box office on the same day.

Day 6…

Day 7…

No one thought of it.

The investment for this film was only over 1000 million.

There is not much advertising cost at all.

Even the investors didn't consider how much money "Love Call Transfer" would make on the big screen.

However, it achieved a box office of 5000 million in the first week.

……

"Chen Cheng, our movie 'Love Call Transfer' has made over 5000 million this week?"

"Correct."

"Doesn't that mean that we can make money just from the big screen?"

"Yes."

"hahahahahahahahahaha……"

Sun Jianjun almost sprained his waist from laughing so hard.

He was so excited.

This kind of box office hit him on the head.

but.

Chen Cheng couldn't help but laugh.

He didn't expect it either.

"Love Call Transfer" actually has such a high box office.

until.

After Chen Cheng studied it.

He suddenly realized that this was all because of Feng Xiaogang.

Or maybe it’s not entirely because of Feng Xiaogang.

But at least.

Feng Xiaogang gave a push at the beginning.

That's all.

He caused the huge hit of "Love Call Transfer".

"Director Feng, thank you."

It’s impossible to say nothing when someone gives me such a big gift.

Chen Cheng called Feng Xiaogang to express his gratitude.

"Director Chen, you're welcome. Congratulations, congratulations, another movie that's about to break 100 million."

Feng Xiaogang felt screwed.

But I felt unhappy again in my heart and had to say some polite words.

Chen Cheng suppressed his laughter and said, "I have to thank Director Feng. As you know, our drama was made with very little investment and we don't have much money for publicity. I was prepared for a box office flop. But I didn't expect you, Director Feng, to have such a keen eye and strongly recommend our film. Director Feng, when you are free, I will treat you to a meal."

"No need to eat, I've been too busy lately. As you know, my If You Are the One project has already been approved, and there is still a lot of work to be done."

"Then I'll visit your crew some other day."

"Okay, but I'm not on the set right now."

"So when will you be on the set?"

"I'm not usually here."

"It's okay, we'll make an appointment later."

"Ok."

Feng Xiaogang nodded and hung up the phone.

the other side.

Finally unable to hold back, Chen Cheng burst into laughter.

Hahaha.

Hahaha.

Hahaha……

Chen Cheng laughed loudly.

Just now, it was really hard for him to endure it.

Fortunately.

Fortunately.

My acting skills are pretty good.

seriously.

Later on, Chen Cheng was really afraid that Feng Xiaogang would not be able to control himself and would yell at him to get out.

However, both of them are movie emperor-level figures. They usually teach others how to act, and their own acting skills are also just good.

……

the second week.

"Love Call Transfer" continued its popularity in the first week.

As for the reason.

It’s not that the mobile phone company increased its publicity after seeing the good box office.

China Mobile really doesn’t care whether “Love Call Transfer” makes money at the box office.

Even though "Love Call Transfer" did make money at the box office, they felt that it only increased its influence to a certain extent.

Although there was no promotion in this aspect, various cinema companies spontaneously promoted "Love Call Transfer".

Or.

They didn't mean to promote "Love Call Transfer".

They just want to make money.

How to make money?
Naturally, we provide the best presentation and scheduling for the most outstanding films.

If no other potential films emerge, "Love Call Transfer" will continue to dominate the charts.

In a blink of an eye.

The second week has passed.

Compared to the first week.

In the second week, the box office of "Love Call Transfer" dropped slightly to only 4000 million.

But the total box office has reached 9000 million.

9000 million box office is not a lot.

but.

When you think about the fact that this is a film with an investment of only over 1000 million.

You can imagine how horrible the box office is.

Furthermore.

The full cycle is not over yet.

If calculated based on a minimum of four weeks per month.

Industry insiders predict.

The box office of "Love Call Transfer" may exceed 2 million.

Then.

If that's true.

Chen Cheng will become a person like Zhang Yimou, with two films that have box office revenue of over 2 million yuan.

And became the second largest director in the country.

【Genius director, Chen Cheng's road to success.】

Some media used such a title in a very exaggerated way.

(End of this chapter)