Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 239 PK Hollywood, "Chinese Partners" was released ahead of schedule.

"Xiao Ming, what's going on between you and Bingbing?"

Chen Cheng did not invite Huang Xiaoming, Li Bingbing and others.

but.

A number of other brokerage agencies and film and television companies continued to recommend them.

of course.

On the one hand, it is a recommendation, and on the other hand, these actors also want to play Chen Cheng's new drama.

"Director Chen, we really want to play a role in your drama."

Li Bingbing said: "I think the role of Ma Qitong in the play is very suitable for me."

Chen Cheng followed up by asking, "Xiao Ming, what about you?"

"I'm fine with anything. Brother Chen Cheng, whatever role you assign to me, I'm fine with it."

"It's all right, but I can't arrange it."

Chen Cheng waved his hand and said, "Okay, you guys can go back. My crew is really just an investment of 2000 million."

"Director Chen, I'm just a friendly guest star, the crew just needs to provide me with food."

"Junior brother, me too."

Chen Cheng still refused.

Although the two of them could perform in the drama, Chen Cheng did not intend to use any celebrities for this play.

Plus.

Although Chen Cheng doesn't like to use high-priced actors, he also doesn't like to let others lower their prices so much to perform.

No matter what the two said, Chen Cheng would not use it.

It's not just Huang Xiaoming and Li Bingbing either.

The same is true for several other well-known actors.

just.

However, there was one person who surprised Chen Cheng.

"Wu Jing?"

Looking at Wu Jing coming from behind, Chen Cheng couldn't believe it: "Wu Jing, aren't you in Hong Kong?"

Wu Jing smiled and said, "I'm back now. I have no food to eat. I hope Director Chen can give me something to eat."

Chen Cheng laughed and said, "Hahaha, I'm in need of a leading male role. Are you interested? Of course, the pay isn't high, but it's definitely enough to keep you going."

"Director Chen, if I'm not interested, then I won't come."

"Great."

Today's audition gave Chen Cheng a huge surprise.

Originally, Chen Cheng wanted to invite Wu Jing to return to the mainland early.

However, everyone has their own aspirations, so Chen Cheng couldn't say much.

did not expect.

Wu Jing really returned to the mainland to develop his career ahead of schedule.

"Wu Jing, tell me, why did you return to China early?"

"It's nothing else. I just couldn't make it in Hong Kong. They are quite xenophobic, so I had no choice but to come back."

"It's good to be back. There is a lot to do in the mainland."

"I think so too."

With Wu Jing joining.

Chen Cheng became more interested in military themes.

If we talk about the previous life.

It was not until 13 that some signs of military themes began to emerge.

It wasn’t until 2017 that it became a huge hit.

Wu Jing returned to the mainland ahead of schedule.

Chen Cheng could have brought this process forward.

……

Chen Cheng did not participate in the subsequent auditions for "I Am a Special Forces Soldier".

With Wu Jing joining, Chen Cheng is quite looking forward to "I Am a Special Forces Soldier".

In addition, with Wu Jingyuan directing, Chen Cheng, the producer, basically doesn't need to do anything.

but.

Before filming began, Chen Cheng called Han Sanping.

"Director Han, are you familiar with the military?"

"what's the situation?"

"We are going to shoot 'I am a Special Forces Soldier'. I was thinking, why not send them to the army for two months of training."

"So cruel? It's just a TV show."

"Although the TV series is a TV series, I just want to make it more realistic."

"You just have a lot of ideas. Okay, I'll help you arrange it."

With the help of Han Sanping.

However, Chen Cheng asked Wu Jing and other protagonists to go to the army for training first.

the other side.

The domestic film market, however, was torn apart by two Hollywood blockbusters.

"It's probably all Transformers and The Day After Tomorrow during this period."

"Well, several films were suppressed by them."

"Overheard, Storm Riders, Royal Bodyguard Ling Ling Dog... didn't even make 1 million."

not only.

Following this trend, "Transformers" and "The Day After Tomorrow" are likely to break domestic box office records.

In other words.

They are going to surpass the record set by "Red Cliff".

although.

He hasn't created this record yet.

The current box office is only over 3 million.

But there are still more than two weeks left.

This also caused a lot of discussion among directors in the circle.

"This time we are going to top the list."

"Well, the box office champion in 09 is Hollywood again."

"Both films are scheduled after the National Day. If they were scheduled during the National Day, they would have topped the charts long ago."

A group of people in the industry are also constantly discussing it.

……

Han Sanping of China Film Group also seemed somewhat worried.

A small gathering.

Seeing Chen Cheng so calm, Han Sanping said, "Chen Cheng, aren't you worried at all?"

"worry about what?"

“I’m worried that two Hollywood movies will dominate the charts.”

"Isn't it predicted that we will be the top of the list?"

"Don't you care about domestic films at all?"

"Hahaha, I'm just a film producer, not in your position. I can think about domestic films, but it's not my obligation."

"Ok."

Han Sanping said helplessly: "Then I should be the one who suffers."

Chen Cheng smiled and said, "Director Han, you are the one who brought in those Hollywood movies. Why are you so worried? The higher their box office, the more money you make."

"I didn't worry before. Anyway, our domestic film market was just so-so before, and there weren't many decent films. But now it's different. It's not easy for our domestic film box office to rise a bit. If we are suppressed by them, it will be really uncomfortable."

"There is a solution."

"You said."

"Banned them."

"Pfft..."

Han Sanping was choked: "Who do you think you are? You can ban it if you want. The market is open, so you can't ban it. If you can ban it if you want, then who will come to our market? Besides, our credibility will be destroyed."

"Haha, I'm just saying. Director Han, why are you so excited?"

"You kid..."

After glaring at Chen Cheng, Han Sanping sighed.

But seeing Chen Cheng's calm and composed look, Han Sanping said again: "No, you like it?"

"Okay."

"I really admire you."

Chen Cheng spread his hands and said, "So what if I don't like it? I can't use my film to compete with them."

It’s okay not to say it.

This said.

Han Sanping's eyes lit up: "Yes, don't you have two movies?"

Chen Cheng burst into tears: "Director Han, you really got it."

"Let's try it."

Chen Cheng shook his head: "That won't work. Aftershock hasn't been approved yet. I'm going to release Chinese Partners during the Spring Festival."

"Get ahead of them and snipe them."

"Don't try to snipe, you'll be abused."

Chen Cheng still shook his head.

Although he knew that "Chinese Partners" was indeed good.

But this is good, and there is no need to PK.

This is like a person who is good at martial arts.

Is it necessary to beat others to show off your martial arts skills?

Say.

There is a better schedule, the Spring Festival schedule.

Why are you still competing with Hollywood?

"Chen Cheng, when did you become so unconfident?"

"It's not that I don't have confidence, this kind of PK is really unnecessary."

Chen Cheng was very calm.

He has neither admiration nor fear for Hollywood blockbusters.

He knows better.

Hollywood blockbusters can only maintain their advantage for another 10 years.

After 10 years, that's it. The future will still be dominated by domestic films.

Now that we have seen the ending.

Chen Cheng didn't care much about the process.

just.

Han Sanping, who was unable to see the ending and was still in this process, was really anxious.

Of course Chen Cheng could understand this.

It’s just like how a lot of directors nowadays are still keen on winning major awards abroad.

for them.

Gaining recognition from abroad is the pinnacle of their lives.

"Chen Cheng, please give me some face. How about your movie "Chinese Partners" be released earlier? I will guarantee you a guarantee."

"Director Han, are you so awesome?"

"I can't help it. How can I not give you some sweet treats? Tell me, how much do you want as a guaranteed box office?"

"5."

"Fuck, you can even ask for 5 million."

"if not."

Chen Cheng said seriously: "For this movie, I am aiming for a box office of 5 million."

"How sure are you?"

"About 8%."

“What if it doesn’t reach that?”

"If I didn't achieve it, then I didn't achieve it. I'm not a god."

"You kid, you said everything."

"Director Han, let me remind you that the 5 million I mentioned is for the Spring Festival. I don't think we can reach 5 million in box office during the current period."

of course.

If a few years pass.

Then let me say.

After a few years.

Not to mention the Spring Festival period.

Chen Cheng is not picky about the movie schedule and can easily make 5 million at the box office.

"Okay, 5 million is 5 million, I'll give it a try."

After thinking for a long time, Han Sanping made up his mind.

This surprised Chen Cheng: "Director Han, I think I said that I'm not sure about the current schedule."

"know."

"I know you still are."

"There's nothing I can do."

Han Sanping smiled bitterly: "Except for you, I really can't come up with any other film that can compete with them."

……

Chen Cheng refused Han Sanping's guarantee.

but.

Chen Cheng still agreed to the early release of "Chinese Partners".

Although now is not the best time.

But sometimes.

There aren't so many perfect moments in life.

Let’s just fight.

Chen Cheng can indeed see the future market.

But for many people today, they have been suppressed by Hollywood and cannot raise their heads.

If their momentum can be broken, it will not only be a good thing for domestic filmmakers.

This will bring huge benefits to the entire film industry and even the entire cultural industry.

But Chen Cheng knew.

In the past, many people have always looked down upon domestic films.

The first thing they want to watch is a Hollywood blockbuster.

When such thoughts keep thinking like this.

Even if domestic films rise later and completely suppress Hollywood blockbusters, they still won't believe it.

……

"Mr. Chen, I heard that you have a movie that will be released soon."

"Yes."

“Chinese partners.”

"Yes."

"what do you think?"

"I won't know until the box office comes out."

It was a call from Wang Changtian, CEO of Guangxian.

"Chen Cheng, you are still so humble."

"It's mainly because I'm afraid of being slapped in the face."

"Hahaha...Interesting. Well, leave the distribution to us at Guangguang."

"Uh, Mr. Wang, my film was distributed by China Film Group."

"I know. I just spoke to Director Han on the phone. What do you think about our two companies publishing it together?"

"Then I fully agree. Thank you."

Chen Cheng knew.

Wang Changtian is helping himself.

After Wang Changtian.

Wang Jianlin, who got the news, also made a phone call.

"Chen Cheng, that's great, another movie is about to be released."

"Yes, Mr. Wang, I hope you can take care of the film scheduling."

"Don't worry, I've always taken care of your movies."

"Thank you."

"You're welcome. Come on."

of course.

There is also Hengdian Film and Television.

Although Hengdian Film and Television is not very good in the distribution business.

but.

Hengdian Film and Television still gave Chen Cheng a guarantee.

They must try their best.

What Chen Cheng didn't expect the most was that Mr. Wang from Huayi also called him.

"Chen Cheng, let's join the distribution as well."

Chen Cheng was a little surprised: "Boss Wang, what news has reached you?"

"Of course it's a good wind."

"Mr. Wang, I can't afford so much distribution fees. As you know, China Film Group, Guangguang Film Group, and Hengdian Film and Television, where I work, are all involved in the distribution."

"I know. So, we at Huayi will also participate. As for the expenses, don't worry, we will split it equally this time."

"Thank you."

"You're welcome."

Wang Zhonglei said: "You don't have to be surprised. In fact, I am also very unhappy with Hollywood."

……

"Brothers, Douban official website predicts that both The Day After Tomorrow and Transformers 2 are likely to break 5 million box office."

"5 million box office, is it true or fake?"

"Yes, look at their forecast data table."

Some viewers gasped.

"It's a record-breaking record, but 5 million is also possible."

"Alas, at the critical moment, all domestic films are weak, and there is not a single one that can fight."

"I used to think that domestic films were on the rise, but now it seems that Hollywood still dominates the market."

There are also some who come specifically to cause trouble.

They shouted loudly: "Well, where is the national master? Where is Director Zhang?"

"Yeah, isn't he the number one director in the country? Why doesn't he come out and fight against them?"

"And Feng Xiaogang, you are usually very arrogant, why don't you show up?"

"Brother Chen Kai, Brother Kai, show us the same spirit you showed when you filmed Farewell My Concubine."

Amidst such disruption, many people have joined in the practice of complaining.

"Don't even mention the National Master. The movie he released not long ago called "Three Shots" is just a piece of shit."

"That's right. There's also Feng Xiaogang. If Feng Xiaogang had the ability to PK, he would have come out and shouted a long time ago."

"Forget about Brother Chen Kai. He has never recovered since he went to Wuji. Fortunately, the recently released "The Orphan of Zhao" has saved some face."

At this time.

Some people talked about Chen Cheng.

"That Chen Cheng should be able to go up."

"Yes, yes, yes, how can we forget Chen Cheng. Those Years, Lost on Journey, Founding of a Republic... they are so fascinating."

"Come on. When there is no tiger in the mountain, the monkey becomes king. Chen Cheng's films are just so-so. I never thought he had much ability as a director. If he really competes with those powerful ones, he will definitely fail."

"It's necessary. Do you think Chen Cheng is stupid? He won't come out to compete with Hollywood blockbusters."

Online.

There is something for everyone.

Some people were making trouble, some were deliberately stirring up hatred, and some were just cursing.

but.

Just as the discussion on the Internet was heating up.

There is a movie poster that appeared in the lobby of tens of millions of cinemas.

The name of the poster is "Chinese Partners".

You certainly don't know what kind of movie this is.

All you have to do is look at the poster and see the two big characters "Chen Cheng".

(End of this chapter)