Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 256 I want to know, who is this Chen?

The film directed by Cheng Xiaodong is called "Laughing in the Rivers and Lakes".

In memory.

Chen Cheng seemed to remember that Cheng Xiaodong was only the martial arts instructor in this film, so how did he become the chief director?
But this is not surprising.

When Chen Cheng was still a small-time figure, he did not have much influence on domestic films.

However, as Chen Cheng's power and status increased, his influence became very large in many places.

Some changes occur, which is normal.

"Director Cheng, did you really call Director Chen Cheng over?"

"That's necessary."

"That's awesome! With Director Chen here, our film is a sure thing."

It is still a combination of Xiao Shenyang and his master Zhao Benshan.

This is a comedy martial arts movie.

Although Xiao Shenyang in 10 is not as popular as he was in 09, he still has a lot of traffic.

I heard that Chen Cheng would come.

Xiao Shenyang and several other leading actors were all quite excited.

Speaking of Cao Cao, Cao Cao will arrive.

Talking about Chen Cheng.

However, Chen Cheng appeared at the Wanda Cinema in Taikoo Li Sanlitun.

This is the venue for the premiere ceremony of "The Laughing Man".

"Director Chen is here."

"It's really here."

"Director Xiaodong is really awesome. He can even invite top celebrities like Director Chen Cheng."

"They were partners in the opening ceremony of the Olympics. They were not ordinary friends."

A group of reporters gathered around.

Cheng Xiaodong also hugged Chen Cheng.

Then a reporter immediately asked: "Director Chen, it is said that you and Director Xiangjiang are not on good terms, and have been secretly competing with each other."

Chen Cheng blinked and said, "Really? Look, I have a very good relationship with this famous Hong Kong director Cheng Xiaodong. Do you think we are not getting along?"

"So what do you think of the movie 'The Laughing Man'? Many films released by Hong Kong directors before did not perform well."

"If it's someone else's film, I might not be sure about it. But if it's Director Cheng's, I believe it will be a box office hit."

“Can it break 1 million box office?”

"1 billion?"

Chen Cheng pretended to be angry: "Are you looking down on me, Director Xiaodong?"

"Then how many billions do you think the box office of "The Laughing Man" can reach?"

"At least 2 million."

"But many of Jiang Xiang's previous films didn't even make 1 million at the box office."

"I can't say how other directors' films perform at the box office. But if I were the distributor of Xiaodong's film, I would sign a minimum box office guarantee of 2 million yuan."

talking.

Chen Cheng took out a pen on the spot: "Director Xiaodong, will you sign it?"

"Sign, of course."

of course.

This is a joke.

Just kidding though.

But Chen Cheng's great help also touched Cheng Xiaodong deeply.

To know.

Many times, even if Chen Cheng supported certain films, he would not be so supportive.

Just like Zhang Yi shot three times.

At that time, it was a combination of Xiao Shenyang and Zhao Benshan. Chen Cheng just showed up there, there was not much else.

But now.

Chen Cheng's words definitely support "The Laughing Man".

This is not just random talk from the platform.

With Chen Cheng's influence.

It's not impossible that just these few sentences can add tens of millions to the box office.

"Brother, you are so kind."

"You've become a traitor. If I wasn't brave enough, how could I let you become a traitor?"

"Ahem... don't talk nonsense about this kind of thing. It will have a bad influence on the outside world."

"Haha, don't worry, will I hurt you?"

A premiere ceremony.

It is extremely eye-catching.

……

After the premiere ceremony.

Cheng Xiaodong took Chen Cheng into the cinema exhibition hall.

The Laughing Rivers and Lakes is a comedy martial arts movie.

of course.

One look at the combination of Xiao Shenyang and Zhao Benshan is bound to be funny.

You can't ask two comedians to tell you a serious story.

So the whole story is not that kind of orthodox martial arts, it is full of all kinds of spoofs, nonsense...

The screenwriter is Ning Caishen.

That is the screenwriter who wrote "Wulin Waijia".

He wrote a book online and quickly became famous.

Later, he switched to screenwriting for film and television dramas.

When "Wulin Waijia" was first aired in 06, it caused a sensation in China.

At that time, this movie was even more popular than "Soldier Assault".

Later he wrote the script for "Dragon Gate Escort Agency".

Although it failed to replicate the glory of "Wulin Waijia", it did make actor Guo Jinfei a little famous.

Although many of the scenes in "The Laughing Jianghu" written by him are randomly arranged.

But there is absolutely no problem with being funny.

basically.

From the beginning to the end, the whole movie was full of laughter.

Even if it is just a series of martial arts moves, it is still like this.

What Chen Cheng still remembers vividly is...

There are many funny jokes in it.

For example, the character Tian Baguang looks exactly like Tian Boguang in The Smiling, Proud Wanderer.

And the best expert in the palace is actually Yang Guo.

The Eastern Tailor in the Wulin Conference is Dongfang Bubai.

Although the protagonist is called Wu Di, he is actually Dugu Qiubai.

The old man on the boat should be Huang Shang.

Although this casual arrangement is not so high-end, it makes people smile after reading it.

It's a movie.

Although he can give people some high-end nutrition and pursuit.

but.

The most essential thing is to make everyone laugh, have fun and relax.

It is impossible to say that the film "Big Laugh" is well-made.

but.

He achieved the goal of letting everyone rest and relax.

This was also reflected in the box office after 12 o'clock that day.

2000 million.

The box office is not high, but it is not low either.

For people like Xiao Shenyang who cross over to make movies, the crew has no real box office appeal.

This box office is already quite good.

"Director Xiaodong, please treat us."

After looking at the box office, Chen Cheng sent a message to Cheng Xiaodong.

"and many more."

"What are you waiting for?"

"Let's see what happens tomorrow. If it drops too much tomorrow, I'll vomit blood."

“So stable?”

"Scared."

"Hahaha, then it's your treat tomorrow."

Chen Cheng is quite confident about "A Chinese Odyssey".

Although this movie is just average.

But being an average movie doesn't mean it won't have a good box office.

strictly speaking.

Although "A Chinese Odyssey" is a martial arts film, it is actually a comedy.

He is a comedy disguised as a martial arts hero.

Comedy films still have a fairly large market in the country.

From the best partner in Hong Kong in the past to Stephen Chow’s nonsense.

Back to mainland Feng style humor.

Then there is Chen Cheng’s Lost on Journey series.

This style of comedy is always changing.

What remains unchanged is everyone’s love for comedy.

This is the positioning of a film.

As long as the film is positioned accurately, sometimes, making a film is that simple.

The next day.

Ten p.m.

Seeing that the box office had reached 1500 million, Cheng Xiaodong decisively called Chen Cheng.

"Chen Cheng, let's go have a midnight snack."

"Oh, there are still two hours left."

"Don't tease me, little bro. I'll thank you for that later."

"Hahaha, come to our Beida."

"What delicious food do you have at Beijing Film Academy?" "Of course there is delicious food, come on."

……

Half an hour later.

Looking at the Lao Mo BBQ restaurant at the gate of Beijing Film Academy, Cheng Xiaodong was stunned: "Chen Cheng, is this the delicious place you mentioned? A food stall?"

"A food stall is better. Besides, it's your treat, so it's a bargain."

"I don't want you to be cheap, I will treat you to a good meal anyway."

"Goodbye, it's fine here."

Chen Cheng asked Cheng Xiaodong to sit down.

The boss of Lao Mo BBQ was obviously used to Chen Cheng's visit: "Director Chen, still the same old rules?"

"I follow the old rules, but this old man, cook him some big kidneys."

"Get lost, what do I need a kidney for?"

"Protect your kidneys."

"You young people need it."

"We young people have sex seven times a night and eat a lot of kidneys and get a sore throat."

The two talked and laughed.

Cheng Xiaodong said admiringly: "Chen Cheng, I really admire you. I didn't expect that you are really the god of box office prediction."

"It's not that amazing. In fact, the box office is not without rules."

"Then why was the box office of Future Cops, for which I participated in the martial arts guidance, so poor?"

"I remember that Future Police seemed to be a science fiction movie?"

"Correct."

"That's it."

"how?"

"The mainland science fiction market hasn't been developed yet, so do you think the box office will be good?"

"Uh, okay."

After eating a bunch of kidneys handed to him by Chen Cheng, Cheng Xiaodong asked again, "Why did Wu Yusen's "Sword Rain" also fail at the box office?"

"All martial arts novels have to fail, the times have changed. Besides, although I think Sword Reign is very exciting, the audience thinks it is too complicated. Or rather, it is not too complicated. The main reason is that Sword Reign is not a martial arts novel that is well known to the public."

"I remember you seemed to have supervised a martial arts film by Tsui Hark, Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate, and you even starred in it. Don't tell me, this one will also flop."

"It hasn't been released yet, how would I know?"

"You're just showing off. I wouldn't know you if you weren't sure about this movie. Would you play one of the roles? Hurry up and tell us. Some of us old Hong Kong guys can't keep up with the market and are running out of food."

Cheng Xiaodong spoke half truthfully and half falsely.

Of course it is impossible to have no food to eat.

But it is true that Hong Kong directors cannot keep up with the market.

"In fact, it's simple, not that mysterious. Although Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate is also a martial arts film, it is the sequel to New Dragon Inn. It is not a completely new martial arts film, and everyone has an impression of it. In other words, everyone likes to watch the martial arts film in their mind."

"Like the martial arts heroes of Mr. Jin?"

"Correct."

Chen Cheng nodded: "It's better than the martial arts works of famous authors like Jin Yong and Gu Long. No matter how well it's filmed or how wonderful the plot is, it's bound to fail."

"I see."

Cheng Xiaodong nodded with emotion: "As you said, times have changed."

"Correct."

Chen Cheng also said: "The era of martial arts has changed."

Although Chen Cheng also likes to watch martial arts movies.

But sometimes.

No matter how talented the director is, he cannot change it.

"So, we can't make martial arts movies anymore?"

"That's not the case. Traditional martial arts films may not have much hope, but there can be a variation. For example, put martial arts in the city. Of course, your combination of martial arts and comedy is actually a way."

"It's a good idea to put martial arts in the city."

Cheng Xiaodong was a little excited.

It was a perfect decision to invite Chen Cheng for a midnight snack today.

Then Cheng Xiaodong asked, "Next week there will be Brother Cheng's "Little Big Soldier", what do you think?"

"Even if Brother Long Xi's movie fails, the box office will be good."

"How much do you think this movie will make?"

"You think I'm a god."

"Yes, you are God."

"Pfft..."

Chen Cheng burst into tears: "Brother, if I am this powerful, I must fly."

"You are flying now. Look, there are so many people looking up at you now."

"Ok."

Cheng Xiaodong said so. Chen Cheng thought for a moment and said, "I don't know how to evaluate this work. If we put aside Brother Cheng Yi's worth and salary, this work is profitable. However, if we add in Brother Long Yi's worth... then it's not particularly worthwhile."

Chen Cheng looked up the information about this film.

At first glance, I knew that Brother Cheng Xi was the producer.

Look at it this way.

On the surface, the box office may still be losing money.

But overall, Brother Long Xi still makes money.

That is.

He just shouldn't think too much about the box office.

……

That night.

Cheng Xiaodong and Chen Cheng chatted until 2 a.m.

But even if it's 2 o'clock.

After going back.

Cheng Xiaodong felt that he had gained a lot.

He turned on his computer and started looking for movies that would be released in the near future.

Such as Brother Cheng Xi’s "Little Big Soldier".

"Full Alert" by Benny Chan.

Cheng Xiaodong is still very much looking forward to these films.

but.

After analyzing it using Chen Cheng's ideas.

He suddenly realized.

It seems like these films may not perform very well at the box office.

……

The casting for Warner Bros.' big production "Inception" has officially ended.

They also announced the full list of characters.

Li Bingbing appeared prominently in the list of actors.

Unlike some other Chinese actors who can only play small supporting roles in Hollywood.

Although Li Bingbing also played a supporting role, she was the most important female supporting role.

She has a lot of scenes, even as much as the heroine.

As soon as the news was announced, the country was in an uproar.

"Li Bingbing, I didn't expect it to be Li Bingbing."

"I thought it was Zhou Xun, but in the end Li Bingbing won."

"Actually, I approve of Zhou Xun's opinion more, but it's a pity."

"It's nothing to regret. If you lose, you lose."

"Sister, a Hollywood role is a loss."

Accidentally.

There is another big battle on the Internet.

no way.

That's how it is in the circle.

Even if Li Bingbing and Zhou Xun reconcile, their respective fans will still fight over them.

However, there is one problem that has not been solved.

That is.

Who pushed Li Bingbing?
obviously.

It can't be Li Bingbing's own ability.

For the domestic film industry.

The actor looks glamorous, but to be honest, he only looks that way.

Behind the scenes, there are a lot of words that none of the actors can possibly play.

Although Li Bingbing is a top star in mainland China, it is impossible for her to appear in Hollywood given her status.

It is even more impossible to get such an important role.

"Why else? It must be Huayi."

"I think so too. After Zhou Xun left Huayi, Huayi must create another top female star. This top female star is Li Bingbing."

"Why not another Bingbing?"

"Forget about the other Bingbing. Although she's pretty, she's just a vase. It's okay to watch her, but if she really goes to Hollywood, she'll be laughed at."

“I think Huayi has the idea, but may not have the ability.”

"I think so too. Although Huayi is well-known in the mainland's talent management circle, it is not impossible for them to push an actor to Hollywood. However, even if they push an actor over, it is mostly just a transfer of money, and there is no chance that there will be too many roles."

"Then tell me, who else could it be besides Hua Yi?"

"I do not know either."

at this time.

Don't know who.

A registration form for "Inception" that was leaked on the Internet once again shocked the country.

Drama name: Inception

Genre: Science Fiction

Production company: Warner Bros.

Producer: Thomas.

Director: Nolan.

Screenwriter: Chen.

Looking at the familiar pinyin of [Chen].