Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 290 Another peak of Hong Kong films: "Cold War".

After dinner.

Wang Changtian and Chen Cheng made an appointment to meet in a teahouse alone.

Just made tea.

Wang Changtian sent a script to Chen Cheng: "Brother Chen Cheng, I have a script. Are you interested?"

"Oh."

Chen Cheng looked at the name.

It looks familiar.

The title of the book is "To Our Youth That Will Eventually Lose".

Without looking closely, he said, "Boss Wang, you guys are still short of money."

Wang Changtian smiled and said, "It's not that there is a shortage. The total investment in this script is only 6000 million. It's not a big production. But you are a big shot in the industry. Please take a look."

"good."

Chen Cheng took a look and said, "Youth romance has always been a popular genre. The actors we invited are all young and energetic. It is also adapted from a novel of the same name, so it should be popular."

"How about you also invest 1000 million?"

"Okay."

Chen Cheng was very considerate and nodded in agreement.

Wang Changtian was very happy: "Thank you very much, Brother Chen."

Chen Cheng waved his hand and said, "You're welcome. This is a movie that is clearly making money. Mr. Wang gave me money, and I am grateful to you."

"Hahaha, brother Chen Cheng, your words are so delightful."

Wang Changtian raised his teacup and clinked it with Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng's name is a golden sign.

In the past, when Chen Cheng had just made his debut, he could increase the box office by just being named as the producer.

Not to mention.

In the past few years, Chen Cheng has become a boss-level figure in the industry.

Many people have been talking about the three major domestic directors.

Really tell the truth.

In Wang Changtian's eyes, Chen Cheng had long surpassed the three major directors.

Just like this movie.

According to Wang Changtian's prediction.

If there was no Chen Cheng, "So Young" might have made some money.

But if Chen Cheng is included, it will not be as simple as just making some money.

……

"Junior brother, I have a few books here, take a look at which ones are good."

"Oh, so many books?"

"This is just a part of it. There are more than 100 others."

"Oh my god...we are not professional producers."

Looking at the dozen or so notebooks sent by senior sister Bao Jinjin, Chen Cheng felt a little ashamed.

When he was developing the China Film model, he did not intend to become a production company like China Film.

He only invests in books that he is interested in.

But Chen Cheng is too famous.

Some of the films produced previously have all made huge profits.

This is not.

Knowing that Chen Cheng wanted to surrender.

All of a sudden.

A series of books began to be invested in Chen Cheng.

"Let's take a look."

Although I can’t invest in so many books.

But since others have voted, I still have to take a look at it.

Maybe there are some pretty good films in there.

"this is not bad."

Chen Cheng picked out one of the books: "Beijing meets Seattle."

"Junior brother, you have a good eye. This book belongs to Senior Sister Xue."

"Senior Sister Xue?"

"She is the senior sister of the Literature Department of Beijing Film Academy."

“Do all of you who are into literature like making movies?”

Chen Cheng made a joke.

of course.

He had no problem with that.

Beijing Film Academy is such a weird college.

Those who engage in performance will become directors in the future.

Those who are directors can also be directors.

People who are into art and photography can also be directors.

Then.

It's quite normal for someone who studies literature to become a director.

Bao Jinjin said somewhat embarrassedly: "Movies are so popular now, everyone wants to give it a try. In addition, there is a relatively large market for low-budget movies now, and many people want to give it a try."

"That's true."

Chen Cheng nodded.

The rise of the domestic film market has also brought about many changes in the entire domestic market.

In the past, in the domestic film market, if you wanted to achieve high box office, you had to have big investments, big productions, big-name actors, and big directors.

But after the rise of the domestic film market.

People suddenly discovered.

Those big-investment, big-production movies are certainly good.

But those works with small investments may not be that bad.

As long as the story is told well, these small productions can often get good box office results.

then.

This gave many producers who originally did not dare to make films opportunities.

"Okay, we've invested in this film."

Chen Cheng took a look.

The total investment was less than 3000 million, so there was no need to consider anything else, so they just approved this film.

……

the other side.

While the domestic film market is rising.

The domestic film investment and production boom is also at an unprecedented high.

For example, some actors with more ideas also have the idea of ​​directing a film.

Deng Chao, who has always been an active thinker, has been talking about this matter recently.

"Honey, what do you think about us directing a movie?"

"Just talk nonsense and act your part."

"No, honey, I'm serious."

"Really?"

"Yes."

“Have you ever been a director?”

“Never?”

“So you can direct?”

“I’m still learning.”

"Forget it."

"Honey, don't give up. I've thought about this for a long time. Although I know my level is not that good, the domestic film market has risen. Under such market conditions, it can accommodate all kinds of films. Look, from last year to this year, many directors who have never been heard of in China have achieved good box office results. On the contrary, the box office results of those older filmmakers are not satisfactory."

"What do you want to clarify?"

"What I want to say is that Director Chen had predicted this situation before. He said that those older filmmakers could not feel the temperature of our mainland market, nor could they feel the emotions of our mainland people. And we happen to have a situation that they cannot compare with. So, I think we can really give it a try."

Looking at his wife Sun Li, Deng Chao said very seriously.

This time Sun Li did not completely refuse.

Seeing that the situation was promising, Deng Chao said, "Wife, do you think what I said makes sense?"

Sun Li rolled her eyes at Deng Chao and said, "You've even brought up Director Chen. How can I say that's unreasonable?"

"Hahaha, wife, I knew you would agree."

"Wait a minute. What did you agree to? I didn't say I agreed. Do you have a notebook?"

"Yes, this one."

"What's this called?"

"Bad Angels, a comedy."

"Let me see... It looks to me like a comedy imitating Director Chen's."

"Well... a little bit, but I am also creative. Of course, honey, don't ask too much of me. How can I possibly reach Director Chen's level?"

"Okay then, now that we have the script, will you be the only one directing it?"

"I don't dare either. I'm with Teacher Yu Baimei."

"That's more like it, what about the investment?"

"Investment is indeed a big problem. I am prepared to invest all my savings over the years."

"Are you crazy?"

Sun Li was also shocked: "Is there such a way to invest? Others are looking for investors."

"I want to, too. But if we new directors don't invest, how can other investors invest?"

"That being said, what if I lose money?"

"Don't you still have your wife?"

"You really plan to be a gigolo in the future."

"My stomach is upset."

"Don't give me that. I calculated that even if you put in all your previous savings, it wouldn't be enough."

"I know... So, I plan to discuss it with the company and see if Huayi has any ideas."

"Then you try it first."

... "Chen, you are really amazing. Our Transformers 3 is really no match for you."

"Mike, it's just the Chinese market. In the global market, even if I try to sell Lost on Journey 2, it's no match for you."

"You can't say that. You have several movies in Hollywood. When the time comes, we can have another PK."

"Okay."

Half a month has passed since the release of Lost on Journey 2 and Transformers.

Although it hasn't been finalized yet.

But the two films have distanced themselves from each other.

The box office of Lost on Journey 2 has exceeded 8 million.

Transformers 3 grossed 7 million.

It is obvious that Transformers will lose to humans in Lost on Journey 2.

of course.

Chen Cheng had already anticipated this.

But he doesn't think "Lost on Journey 2" is better than Transformers.

This is a global series of super movies.

In total, the series sold for tens of billions of dollars and hundreds of billions of RMB.

This is something that domestic films cannot compare to.

The reason why the box office exceeded.

This is because this is our home ground.

But Chen Cheng was not in a hurry.

The domestic film market has risen. We must first consolidate the domestic market before entering the international market.

This is a two-step process.

Having too high a vision is not conducive to current development.

Thinking of this, Chen Cheng said, "However, I do have a good way to increase the domestic box office of Transformers."

"Oh, what's a good idea?"

"Why not use some actors from China in the film?"

"I have the same idea. I have discovered that your Chinese market is rising too fast. In the past two years, our Transformers only earned around 4 million yuan at the box office there. I didn't expect that in just two years, it has already exceeded 10 billion yuan. In another two years, it is estimated to exceed 15 billion yuan."

"Mike, you have a great eye."

"How about you recommend some actors from your country?"

"Gong Li, Li Bingbing, Fan Bingbing, Liu Yifei, Sun Li, Zhou Xun... they are all pretty good. I'll send you their resumes later."

"Ok, thank you."

……

"Director Chen, what's the situation over there?"

"Mr. Xiao Wang?"

"Have you recommended several actresses from Huayi to the Transformers crew?"

"Oh, so fast?"

Chen Cheng was stunned.

He hasn't sent his resume to Michael yet.

Unexpectedly, he contacted Huayi so soon.

"Director Chen, tell me about it?"

"Nothing much. The director of Transformers talked to me a few days ago. I joked that their Transformers would lose to my people in Lost on Journey. This guy was not convinced and said that he would take revenge in Transformers 4. So, I recommended some of our Chinese actresses to come over."

"Fuck, Director Chen, you're awesome."

Wang Zhonglei shouted excitedly, and then said: "Director Chen, I don't know how to thank you. Well, I will go to your place right away."

“Ah… no need.”

"No need, right away, wait for me."

half an hour.

Wang Zhonglei rushed to Chen Cheng’s office.

"Oh my god, Mr. Wang, you have so many bags... I can't put them all in here."

Seeing Wang Zhonglei and several others carrying large and small bags into Chen Cheng's office, Chen Cheng was a little surprised.

Wang Zhonglei was very experienced in this matter. He smiled and said, "They are all worthless things."

Say so.

But Chen Cheng took a look.

They are all specialties from Chen Cheng’s hometown.

There are even some specialty products that cannot be bought in local shopping malls and must be purchased at local vegetable markets.

Chen Cheng was also impressed by the Wang Zhonglei brothers.

To be able to achieve this level of Huayi is truly amazing.

"Mr. Wang, please don't be so polite next time. Actually, I'm not trying to favor Huayi. I just think that Chinese actors can also break into Hollywood. There is a chance, so I recommended it."

"I understand. I know Director Chen has always been good to us at Huayi."

"Uh……"

Chen Cheng didn't know how to respond.

For Huayi.

Chen Cheng's attitude could not be described as good nor bad.

But that's the problem.

There are so many actors signed by Huayi that it is impossible for Chen Cheng not to deal with them.

Such as Deng Chao, Huang Xiaoming, Li Bingbing, Fan Bingbing, Zhou Xun...them.

There are also a lot of middle forces who are related to Huayi or were once actors signed by them.

"Director Chen, your Lost on Journey 2 is about to break 10 billion. Congratulations, congratulations."

"There's nothing to congratulate. The market has grown quickly, but that doesn't necessarily mean the film is good."

This is serious.

Chen Cheng has always believed that Lost on Journey 2 is not as good as the original Lost on Journey.

As for Lost on Journey 3, it's even worse.

and so.

Chen Cheng doesn't even plan to shoot Lost on Journey 3.

although.

He knew it was a profitable one.

"You can't say that. You see, there are still many movies whose box office revenue is less than 100 million yuan. However, the market is indeed growing very fast. Many directors and filmmakers have plans to make movies recently. You see, even Deng Chao has an idea."

"Deng Chao, is he planning to be a director?"

"Yes, he has a movie, the investment is about 5000 million, and he raised 2000 million."

"2000 million is all the savings he has accumulated since his debut."

"Almost. This kid is also capable. He is not afraid of losing."

"What's there to be afraid of? He still has a wife. Even if he loses, his wife can still support him."

"Hahaha, that's true. I envy this guy for marrying such a good wife. By the way, Director Chen, do you think we can invest in Deng Chao's film?"

"I don't know what kind of movie it is, you think I'm a god."

"I almost forgot. Yes, Director Chen, this is the script that Deng Chao wants to shoot."

talking.

Wang Zhonglei took out the notebook.

Chen Cheng took a look and said, "The script is okay. It's a comedy, so it has a certain market potential. We can consider it. However, this is Deng Chao's first time directing, and although Yu Baimei was added, Yu Baimei has never been very rigorous in filming. His strengths are obvious, but his weaknesses are also prominent."

"That's right. The main thing is, do you think this movie is a loss or not?"

"It won't be a loss. Based on the current domestic market, it may even be profitable. But the reputation won't be very good. You can invest, but please take me to say a word to Deng Chao."

"Director Chen, go ahead."

"Tell him to make good films. Although the domestic market is booming, if he only does it to make money, he will soon be eliminated by the market."

"Director Chen, don't worry, I will definitely convey your message."

……

It has been three weeks since Lost on Journey 2 was released.

The current box office has reached 11 billion.

See a number like this.

Many people have become accustomed to it.

The box office is meant to break through.

Not to mention.

This is still Chen Cheng's film.

Basically, as long as it is Chen Cheng's film, he uses it to break box office records.

Chen Cheng was also very calm.

Recently, he has been focusing on investing in films.

The domestic market is rising rapidly.

It would be good to invest in more films.

This will also help the film earn more box office revenue as the domestic market rises.

And I heard that Chen Cheng was looking for a movie.

Han Sanping from China Film Studio handed Chen Cheng a notebook.

"Chen Cheng, I have a good book, are you interested?"

"Are you asking about your interest in investing or something else?"

"Jitou also wants you to be the producer."

“Be a producer.”

Chen Cheng smiled and didn't respond.

To him now.

He has no interest in being the producer of ordinary films.

In most of the previous periods, he played more of a producer role.

He will only become a producer if the film really attracts him.

Perhaps knowing the situation on Chen Cheng's side, Han Sanping said: "I know you have a higher standard now, and you can't produce ordinary films. However, this is not an ordinary film."

"Oh, what movie?"

"Chills."

Han Sanping said.

(End of this chapter)