Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 311 "Charlotte" final box office, 17 billion.

The popularity of The Expendables 2 has exceeded the expectations of countless people.

even.

Beyond Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng just thought he would just make a cameo appearance in The Expendables 2.

What he really wants to focus on is The Expendables 3.

Unexpectedly.

The Expendables 3 has not started filming yet.

The Expendables 2 is already extremely popular.

2000 million US dollars.

These are the box office data for The Expendables 2 on the 7th day of its release.

Media predictions.

The North American box office of "The Expendables 2" will exceed 3 million US dollars.

If the world is added together.

The box office of The Expendables 2 may reach 8 million US dollars.

Although $8 million cannot be considered the top Hollywood movie.

But with a box office of $8 million, it is still one of the best Hollywood productions.

not to mention.

At the time, everyone predicted that The Expendables 2 would only gross around $3 million worldwide.

What really makes them money is the revenue from the DVDs of The Expendables.

Now let’s look at the box office of The Expendables 2.

If the later revenue from DVDs is added, the profit of The Expendables 2 may exceed $10 billion at the box office.

"Chen, I think we can prepare for The Expendables 3."

Seeing The Expendables 2 suddenly become a global hit, Stallone was overjoyed.

Chen Cheng also nodded: "I think so too."

Stallone nodded. "I think you are a great script writer. The Expendables 3 is based on what you set before. A group of enemy forces know of your existence and are about to behead you. But little did they know that at the last moment, you showed a super action talent that no one expected."

"Thank you."

Chen Cheng smiled.

But he also added: "However, this script is not complete yet. The Expendables is a team, not a heroic legend of one person. The role I play in the play is also manifested in the whole team cooperation."

"Chen, I know why you are so powerful."

Stallone gave Chen Cheng a thumbs up.

In fact, Stallone did not particularly approve of the script that Chen Cheng had previously written.

Especially the later ones.

If the film is shot like this, Chen Cheng will be the protagonist in the later stage.

But in The Expendables, he is the founder, he is the protagonist, and he is the male lead.

Even if Chen Cheng is famous in the Suicide Squad.

It was impossible for him to let Chen Cheng become the number one male lead.

But he didn't expect that.

Chen Cheng actually took everyone into consideration, especially him as the founder.

This gave Stallone some other ideas.

I am getting old myself.

How many more years can we shoot?
after.

Did the Suicide Squad really let Chen Cheng play the leading male role?
……

of course.

The script of The Expendables 3 needs to be improved.

Chen Cheng did not take the job of screenwriter.

Although Stallone wanted Chen Cheng to be the screenwriter of The Expendables 3.

But Chen Cheng refused.

He just needs to provide a direction.

Plus.

He has so much to deal with now.

This is not.

After a period of release, "Charlotte's Troubles" was finally taken off the screen.

finally.

Charlotte's Troubles also achieved a box office record of 17 billion.

With such a terrifying box office record, Chen Cheng, as the producer, naturally had to hold a celebration banquet.

The celebration banquet was a grand one.

In addition to the crew members of "Charlotte's Troubles", others who attended the celebration party included

There are also a number of big names in the circle and partners.

Such as Han Sanping.

Han Sanping sighed with great emotion: "Chen Cheng, 17 billion! I couldn't believe it when I was on the way here."

Wang Changtian, who was watching from the sidelines, also sighed: "I don't believe it either. Just think about a few years ago, our film was still celebrating the box office breakthrough of 1 million. Looking back now, it was really embarrassing at that time."

This made Wang Jianlin laugh out loud.

Han Sanping and Wang Changtian glared at Wang Jianlin and said, "Old Wang, you are the one who laughed the happiest. I heard that you fooled Director Chen and bought out Chen Cheng's "Charlotte's Troubles" for 15 billion yuan."

Wang Jianlin waved his hands and said, "What do you mean by deceiving? 15 billion, I took out real money. Would you dare to do it in exchange for you? Besides, we only made an extra 2 million. What's more, the 2 million is not just for Wanda. There are also various taxes, even issuance fees... and so on. All in all, we only made 1 million this time."

"Don't give me that. You didn't do anything and you made 1 million. What else do you want? Lao Wang, I have to treat you. I have to treat you."

"Okay, okay, you guys are always bullying me, so just treat me."

Wang Jianlin was a generous man and agreed readily.

But today several big guys came.

One is to congratulate Chen Cheng on the box office success of "Charlotte's Troubles".

Another, they have other things too.

First, Wang Changtian from Guangguang asked, "Director Chen, what do you think of The Legend of White Snake?"

Chen Cheng was stunned, but then he remembered.

The Legend of White Snake is about to be released.

Chen Cheng smiled and said, "Mr. Wang, did you guys invest in this film as well?"

"I have invested a little, but I am a little worried. I don't know how much the box office will be?"

"I am the screenwriter of this film. Mr. Wang, the market will give me some respect."

"Now that you say that, I feel much more relieved."

Next is Han Sanping from China Film Group.

Another blockbuster production, Cheng Xi's Twelve Chinese Zodiac Signs, will be released at the same time as The Legend of White Snake.

Although one is Jet Li.

One is Cheng Xi.

Both are superstars.

If it was before.

Both of them are guaranteed box office success.

Every time they release a movie, it creates a box office boom.

But these days are different.

Both Cheng Yi and Jet Li are old.

The market seems to be less and less receptive to their views.

Wang Changtian got a positive answer, and Han Sanping also asked: "What do you think of the twelve zodiac signs?"

China Film Group is also one of the producers of The Chinese Zodiac.

Chen Cheng said: "Brother Cheng's work, that's still to be said."

Han Sanping said, "Don't play tricks on me. You know the current situation, so tell me the truth. The outside media is not very optimistic about this film, and they also said that Cheng Xi is old and can't fight anymore."

Han Sanping was mentally prepared for the film to flop.

But what surprised Han Sanping.

Chen Cheng said, "Just listen to what the media says. Although Brother Cheng Xi is old, his box office appeal is still there. Besides, even if he can't fight anymore, he can still express his ideas in another way."

For Cheng Xi.

Chen Cheng respected him very much.

Many people have many misunderstandings about success.

Especially in the previous life, many people only thought that Cheng Xi was just an actor.

But actually.

Cheng Xi is not just an actor.

Most of Cheng Xi's works were produced, produced, directed and starred by him.

and so.

Only a series of films produced by Cheng Xi will be labeled as Cheng Xi's works.

Cheng Xi's works back then were popular all over the world.

There are countless fans of Duocheng all over the world.

At this point.

Basically, there is no other actor in China who can compare to him. "I am a little worried. You know, Cheng Xi's films in recent years have not performed well in the mainland, including in Hong Kong."

Han Sanping and Chen Cheng are old acquaintances.

Therefore, Han Sanping would not say any clichés to Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng nodded and said, "I think this time, Brother Cheng's Twelve Zodiac Signs will perform well."

"Oh?"

Han Sanping's eyes lit up: "Tell me about it."

Chen Cheng said: "Nothing, it's still the rising domestic market. Now the domestic market is so big, many friends who have never watched movies before have walked into the cinema. In fact, many of them are fans of Cheng Xi. They didn't have the opportunity to go to the TV theater before, but now they have. Some of Cheng Xi's previous works were average, one reason was that the market was too small, and the other was that they didn't quite suit the appetite of the mainland people. However, Cheng Xi has been working so hard for so many years, I believe that there will always be a film that he will be recognized by everyone."

Chen Cheng's words made several bigwigs nod in satisfaction.

Wang Jianlin on the side also said: "Chen Cheng, I also have something I want to ask you."

Chen Cheng spread his hands and said, "Boss Wang, what do you want to ask for advice from a cinema chain owner? Among all of us filmmakers, you are the one who makes the most money. No matter whether the movies we make are profitable or loss-making, you make money."

Chen Cheng's statement was recognized by several bigwigs.

Wang Jianlin shook his head and said, "You don't know the difficulties we face. It's not easy to run a theater chain. A lot of the initial construction costs a lot of money, and we don't know when we can recoup the cost."

Chen Cheng said: "Cinema lines are a lifelong business, which is better than just doing real estate. Real estate looks good, but if the higher authorities tighten the loan business, all real estate companies will have a hard time."

Chen Cheng just said it casually.

Unexpectedly, Wang Jianlin was stunned and said, "Chen Cheng, can you tell me more?"

"This..."

Looking at Wang Jianlin, Chen Cheng said, "I'm just talking nonsense. If you listen to me, Mr. Wang, don't be fooled by me."

Wang Jianlin laughed: "I just want to hear how you fool people."

Chen Cheng then said, "It's nothing, just a little emotion. I think the real estate sector seems to be developing very well, but it is too affected by credit. On the contrary, the cultural industry can last longer. For example, Mr. Wang's Wanda has both hard assets and soft assets. Everyone knows about the hard assets, Wanda Plaza... but other real estate companies can also imitate this. I think it is too difficult for other companies to imitate Wanda's soft assets."

"In the future, if you put aside the hard assets and focus on soft assets, you will be able to get through any credit problems in the future safely."

The so-called Wanda soft assets.

That is the Wanda Plaza brand.

This brand is not just a matter of name, it also includes the specific operation of Wanda Plaza.

As long as you master this one, then.

Even if Wanda Plaza is gone, Wang Jianlin can still thrive.

……

"Director Peng, everyone... you've all worked hard. I'd like to offer a toast to you all."

At the celebration banquet.

The protagonists are naturally director Peng and several heavyweight actors.

Chen Cheng chatted with a few bigwigs, and then he raised his glass to toast all the actors.

Seeing Chen Cheng coming, all the actors stood up.

Chen Cheng said: "Don't be so polite, you are the real heroes today."

but.

The celebration banquet is not just about eating and drinking.

Seeing everyone having so much fun, Chen Cheng said, "Charlotte's Troubles has achieved unprecedented success. We should strike while the iron is hot and continue to promote the spirit of entertainment. Director Peng, you have to work hard and see when you can prepare another film."

Peng Damo nodded and said, "Don't worry, Director Chen. I have prepared several scripts. I will show them to you later."

"Ok."

A night of partying.

A few days later.

Director Peng came to Chen Cheng's office with four scripts.

The four scripts are "The Donkey Gets Water", "The Shameful Iron Fist", "The Demon Ring" and "The Peerless Master".

Of these four scripts, Chen Cheng was only familiar with two.

One is "Duds Get Water" and the other is "Shameful Iron Fist".

Chen Cheng has no impression of the other two.

I guess it's a flop.

Even though it was just a dud, the box office wasn't that good.

But relatively speaking, "Duds" has a low investment and can be considered a profitable film.

The most successful one is "The Shameful Iron Fist".

This movie achieved higher box office than "Charlotte's Troubles".

In the previous life, it earned more than 20 billion at the box office.

of course.

This is not because this film is better than "Charlotte's Troubles".

The market is always expanding.

This film also takes Charlotte's Troubles a step further.

"Director Peng, which of these four scripts do you think is better?"

Chen Cheng flipped through the notebook and asked.

Director Peng thought for a moment and said, "I'm more optimistic about Yao Lingling."

"Uh……"

Three black lines appeared on Chen Cheng's forehead.

no way.

Sometimes that's how making movies works.

Even as a director, he may not know which movie will be more popular.

This is of course normal.

Chen Cheng is really familiar with movies.

He understands.

Even the most successful directors have failed works.

Not to mention.

Peng Damo only made one movie.

"I think we should shoot all four books."

Chen Cheng said.

Peng Damo was stunned: "To film all four books...isn't that too much of an investment?"

Although Peng Damu brought four notebooks.

But in reality.

He actually only needs one movie.

Unexpectedly, Chen Cheng actually said all four departments should be combined together.

Chen Cheng smiled and said, "The investment is not that big. For four books, the investment amount is only about 1 million."

"It's okay with me, but I'm afraid some of them will lose money."

"It's okay, just go ahead and shoot. How would you know which ones can make money if they don't lose money?"

By now, Chen Cheng doesn't just want to make money by making movies.

On the other hand, Chen Cheng also wanted to train filmmakers.

Even if he knows that there will be some losses, he will still start the project.

……

time flies.

After "Charlotte's Troubles", many more films have entered the domestic film market.

Among them, the two blockbusters represented by Jet Li and Cheng Yi attracted a lot of attention.

Chen Cheng was very considerate.

He not only attended the premiere of "Legend of White Snake".

He also attended the premiere of Cheng Yi's "The Chinese Zodiac".

Jet Li and Cheng Yi were also somewhat excited about Chen Cheng's coming.

Although in general.

Chen Cheng's influence cannot be compared with that of Cheng Xi and Jet Li for the time being.

But in recent years, Chen Cheng has made both superstars astonished.

Especially Chen Cheng's achievements in Hollywood.

Both Cheng Yi and Jet Li feel inferior to him.

Everything performed very well.

I don’t know whether it was because Chen Cheng came out to support him or for some other reason.

Whether it is Cheng Xi's Twelve Chinese Zodiac Signs or Jet Li's "Legend of the White Snake".

On the day when both films were released, they earned more than 6000 million in single-day box office.

But this isn't the first day.

The next day, the box office of the two films did not drop much, and still remained over 5000 million.

Until the third day, the two films still had a box office of 5000 million.

Cheng Xi and Li Lianjie excitedly called Chen Cheng out.

they know.

There are data for these three days.

Their two films are sure to be a success.

(End of this chapter)