Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 263 What is Chen Cheng’s status in the circle?
"Chen Cheng, are you free?"

"what's going on?"

"Help me promote "Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate" again."

After some polite words, Xu Ke explained his purpose.

Chen Cheng was stunned: "Director Xu, Dragon Gate Flying Daggers still needs to be promoted? Well, my Tangshan Earthquake is still in theaters."

"Hahaha, your Aftershock may not be able to be bought by others. Poor our Dragon Gate Flying Daggers, it often cannot be fully booked. We will be taking it off the shelves in a few days, I want to make a big push and push the box office to 6 million."

"How much is it now?"

"5.5 million, another 5000 million to break 6 million."

“Where to advertise?”

"I have a program with CCTV, and I'll call you then."

"It's still being promoted on CCTV, Director Xu. It's such a big deal."

"How can I be worthy of you if I don't make such a big show?"

"Don't come on, you're not the only one who wants me to come on."

The box office of 5 million and 6 million is not much different.

But 5 million is 5 million, and 6 million is 6 million.

The popularity of Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate is naturally not as high as that of Aftershock.

but.

Xu Ke also wanted to give it a try and set the first 6 million record in the country.

Chen Cheng was still willing to help with this kind of small favor.

……

A few days later.

Chen Cheng appeared in the CCTV Artist Life studio.

Came together.

There are also Jet Li, Zhou Xun, Sun Li, Zhao Wenzhuo, Fan Xiaoxuan... and of course director Xu Ke.

The host of Art Life is Zhu Zhu.

This is a variety show that can be said to be the top interview show in the country.

Generally, those who appear in this variety show are big names.

of course.

Although he is a big shot.

But everyone still introduced themselves under Zhu Zhu's arrangement.

"Director Xu, congratulations on your Dragon Gate Flying Daggers box office success."

"Thank you."

"So far, the box office of Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate has reached 5.5 million, breaking the domestic box office record."

"Thank you everyone, and thank you to all the audience friends for their support."

"How did you come up with the idea of ​​filming Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate? Many people in the industry said that after 2000, martial arts movies did not have high box office sales."

"I think martial arts has always had a huge market, but people just haven't found a suitable way to express it."

Xu Ke has a deep understanding of movies.

Chen Cheng listened on the side and nodded secretly.

This understanding may seem like nothing.

but.

Once it is reflected in the box office, the difference is like heaven and earth.

Many directors' shooting techniques, camera language, etc., also look good.

even.

Their skills may even surpass those of the top directors.

But when it comes to understanding movies, they are very different.

This is also the difference between top directors and ordinary directors.

Compare Cheng Xiaodong with Xu Ke.

The technical level of the two directors may not be much different.

But in terms of understanding of movies, Cheng Xiaodong is far inferior to Xu Ke.

"Of course, I think Chen Cheng is also very knowledgeable about this."

Xu Ke talked about his understanding of martial arts, and then turned the topic to Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng curled his lips: "Director Xu, I'm just an actor."

This made everyone laugh.

Yes.

Although everyone knows that Chen Cheng played a role in Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate.

But Chen Cheng is really more than just an actor.

He is also the chief producer of Flying Daggers of Dragon Gate.

As for other identities.

That's more.

"Teacher Chen Cheng, look, everyone is looking forward to it, so why don't you tell me what time it is?"

Everyone looked at Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng thought for a moment and said, "I agree with Director Xu Ke's view on martial arts. In fact, martial arts is just a form of expression. The most important thing about martial arts is not martial arts, but chivalry. If we keep the word chivalry, then many of our films are actually variations of martial arts."

Xu Ke said: "Chen Cheng, I thought of the immortal heroes you mentioned before in Jin Daxia's article."

"Yes, I think the Xianxia will have a certain degree of explosion in the future."

of course.

The show "Art Life" cannot just focus on Xu Ke and Chen Cheng.

Jet Li is another big star.

we can even say.

In terms of audience participation, the combined weight of all the people here is not as great as Jet Li.

"Lianjie, it's been a long time."

"Yeah, long time no see."

"I remember that when we first met, you were in Hong Kong."

"The filming in Hong Kong was of Wong Fei Hung."

"I didn't expect that after so many years, many people said that the Dragon Gate Flying Daggers you starred in recreated the peak of the past."

"Thank you for your expectations of me, and thank you Chen Cheng."

At this time.

Jet Li brought the topic back to Chen Cheng.

"I have great admiration for Chen Cheng's role as the villain Yu Huatian. Of course, I admire even more the temperament he displayed in this film."

Talk about it.

Jet Li can recreate his former peak.

This was all orchestrated by Chen Cheng.

If it weren’t for Chen Cheng.

At Jet Li's current age, he is already past his prime.

It is almost impossible to return to the peak.

Then there were conversations with Zhao Wenzhuo, Sun Li... and other actors.

Same as before.

Although Zhu Zhu was talking to them.

But the topic always involves Chen Cheng, intentionally or unintentionally, or simply cannot be avoided.

This shocked many audience members.

"It seems like Chen Cheng is really awesome."

"Of course not. Look at how popular Chen Cheng is now. A lot of beautiful women call him husband."

"No, what I mean is, didn't you see that during the whole conversation, everyone showed great respect to Chen Cheng. Zhao Wenzhuo, Sun Li, Xu Ke, and even Jet Li."

"Let's respect each other."

"It's not like this."

Some people saw the way.

"Look at what Jet Li said to Zhao Wenzhuo, and then look at Jet Li and Sun Li... Although we can't say that Jet Li doesn't respect them, because everyone talks like that. And Jet Li is such a big shot, but Jet Li respects Chen Cheng much more than they do."

"What you said is true. Including Director Xu Ke, Director Xu Ke and Chen Cheng were on equal footing when they talked."

"Yes, that's what I mean."

We are not stupid people.

Although such an interview is just for publicity.

But after going through this circle.

Everyone also discovered the position relationship of everyone here.

Jet Li, Xu Ke, Chen Cheng, they are of the same dimension.

Sun Li, Zhao Wenzhuo, Zhou Xun, they are from another dimension.

even.

Here with Sun Li, Zhao Wenzhuo, and Zhou Xun.

Their attitude towards Chen Cheng seems to be even higher than that of Jet Li and Xu Ke.

"Damn, is Chen Cheng so high in the circle?"

"I don't know. It seems so now."

In fact.

Everyone in the circle knows Chen Cheng's status in the circle.

Chen Cheng can be said to be one of the top directors in the country.

Speaking of status.

Although he cannot be on par with Zhang Yi, Chen Kaige... and others.

But let’s talk about strength.

No one would think that Chen Cheng was inferior to them.

Chen Cheng simply lacked the qualifications, and no one dared to push Chen Cheng to too high a position.

But everyone in the circle regards Chen Cheng as one of the most advanced people.

The show Art Life.

However, it allowed the general public to slightly realize the value of Chen Cheng in the circle.

……

"Director Han, Yi may not have time."

"Yeah. Where are Brother Kai and Feng Xiaogang?"

"Brother Kai and Xiaogang have both expressed interest."

"Some headache."

The selection of the director for "The Founding of a Party" is still in progress.

Han Sanping and Huang Jianxin were somewhat hesitant.

"This kid Chen Cheng is not coming. If he had come, it would have been decided long ago."

Han Sanping said with some complaints.

Huang Jianxin smiled and said, "Don't complain about Chen Cheng. Last time Chen Cheng helped us shoot the Founding of the Republic, it was voluntary labor. No, let him help us with voluntary labor again."

"I didn't ask him to do voluntary work. I'll pay him the director's fee this time. If the box office is good, I'll give him a share." "Then he might as well shoot his own film instead of helping us."

"Ok."

After hearing this, Han Sanping didn't know what to say.

indeed.

If we want to make contributions to the country, we can't always rely on others to show their love.

They received a task from their superiors.

But this mission has nothing to do with Chen Cheng.

but.

When I was struggling.

Huang Jianxin received a message.

"Director Han, I think it should be Brother Ding Kai."

"???"

Han Sanping was a little puzzled: "Didn't you say that Brother Kai has not achieved much in the past two years? You are more inclined to Feng Xiaogang."

"That's what I said before."

"Change your mind so quickly?"

"It's not that I changed my mind. Brother Kai just sent me a message. He said that Chen Cheng is considering becoming the producer of our drama."

"Good boy, Brother Chen Kai has grabbed a big leg."

How could the two of them not understand what Brother Chen Kai meant?

"Okay, don't think about it, just go with Brother Kai."

"Ah."

The two of them need to think about it again before that.

but now.

Now that Chen Cheng’s identity as the producer has been revealed, what else is there to say?

……

A few days later.

China Film Group officially announced the list of directors for "The Founding of a Party".

Same as the founding of Daye.

It was also co-directed by three directors.

They are Han Sanping, Huang Jianxin, and Chen Kaige.

Such a list.

Industry insiders know.

The director is Brother Chen Kai.

As for Han Sanping and Huang Jianxin, they are just figureheads.

"Congratulations, congratulations to Director Chen."

"Brother Kai, you are really proud of yourself this time."

"It is a great cause of party building, a national mission. Congratulations, congratulations."

A group of people in the industry congratulated Brother Chen Kai.

Chen Cheng also sent a message to Brother Chen Kai.

Brother Chen Kai called Chen Cheng immediately.

"Chen Cheng, Senior Brother has to thank you very much."

Others don't know.

How could Brother Chen Kai not know?

The reason he got the position as director was because of Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng replied, "Brother, it's too polite to say that. The higher-ups appointed you because of your ability. I am just the icing on the cake."

"No matter what, I still want to thank you. I'll come to where you are."

Brother Chen Kai wants to thank Chen Cheng in person.

Chen Cheng shook his head: "Okay, come to Hollywood."

"Ah, you went to the United States?"

"Ah."

Chen Cheng nodded: "I have a movie that is about to be finished."

"Inception?"

"Uh, yes."

"Junior brother, awesome, I knew it was you."

"I knew this kind of thing couldn't be hidden."

"Hahaha, you're all in the entertainment industry, not in scientific research, how can you keep it secret? I estimate that it won't be long before your identity as a great screenwriter is exposed again."

"Well, we'll talk about it later."

Chen Cheng went to Hollywood, and there was nothing Chen Kai could do.

However, Brother Chen Kai asked again: "When will you be back?"

"I don't know, maybe I'll have to stay for a few days."

"Okay. When you come back, come to my place for some guidance."

"What guidance?"

"I guess we're going to be casting for this movie when you come back. Why don't you come and give us some guidance?"

"What am I directing, brother? You are the director."

"Don't forget, you are still the producer."

"I……"

Chen Cheng didn't know whether to laugh or cry, so he just nodded: "Okay, I'll call you when I get back."

of course.

Chen Cheng knew.

Brother Chen Kai asked him to go, it was definitely not to work.

This is respect for Chen Cheng.

After all, Chen Cheng is also known as a producer.

He was confirmed as the director because of Chen Cheng.

Regardless of whether Chen Cheng wants to provide guidance or not, Brother Chen Kai will invite Chen Cheng to the crew to keep the situation under control.

……

Hollywood.

Inception crew.

Although Chen Cheng was the screenwriter of "Inception", he basically did not interfere much in the entire filming.

One is that he doesn't have time.

Another reason is that with a world-class director like Nolan, Chen Cheng doesn't need to give orders blindly.

But Chen Cheng was not there.

But Chen Cheng is one of the three giants of "Inception".

How can Chen Cheng be absent when the film is completed?

"Director Chen, I thought you weren't coming."

Just arrived at the set.

Li Bingbing, who played the second female role, excitedly hugged Chen Cheng.

Feeling the surging waves in his chest, Chen Cheng was a little uncomfortable: "Bingbing, your way of greeting is too enthusiastic, I can't stand it."

Li Bingbing said with a smile: "Then change to something else. The cheek kissing gift is quite affectionate here. Do you want to try it?"

"Uh, forget it. This is even more unbearable."

Chen Cheng waved his hand and said, "Not bad, Bingbing. You've only been in Hollywood for a short time, but you've already become so international."

"No way, you don't know, I've had several breakdowns in the past few months."

"Oh, who in the crew bullied you? Tell me."

"Not really. With you here, who dares to bully me? It's just that the filming method here is different from that in China. Many of my acting methods have been reshaped. It feels like I am a primary school student learning acting again. Fortunately, I made it through."

"Congratulations, Bingbing. When our movie comes out, you'll be an international celebrity."

"International Ice, Director Chen, your ability to come up with nicknames is simply amazing."

Chatted with Li Bingbing.

Li Bingbing suggested taking a photo with Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng readily agreed.

did not expect.

While Chen Cheng was taking a group photo, some other actors also came over.

"Director Chen, can we take a photo together?"

The one who came over was male No. 1, Leo.

"of course."

Chen Cheng said: "I like your Titanic, and I like your role as Jack even more. But why are you so fat?"

Leo said helplessly: "I want to maintain my original figure even when I am middle-aged."

Chen Cheng patted Leo on the shoulder and said, "Don't worry, our Inception will become another of your masterpieces."

See "Leonardo" Leo taking a photo with Chen Cheng.

Several other leading actors also came.

"Director Chen, can we do one together?"

"Director Chen, I also want to take a photo together."

Allen, Sissef, Ken Watanabe who played the tycoon... also came over.

Although Chen Cheng rarely appears in the crew.

But they knew Chen Cheng's status.

To know.

As a screenwriter and one of the investors, Chen Cheng has the right to edit the film.

Not many people in the country may pay attention to this editing right.

Because the domestic editing rights belong to the director.

The director can cut it however he wants.

Available in Hollywood.

Excuse me.

Editing rights are separate.

There are some well-known directors in Hollywood who do not necessarily have the right to edit their films.

Don’t think that editing rights are useless.

But in the true sense.

The right to edit determines the life and death of the director and actors.

If you offend Chen Cheng.

Even if you are the leading male role, sometimes your scenes can be cut into garbage.

As for some supporting roles, it is more likely that you will be cut to not a minute left.

(End of this chapter)