Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 320: The king of directing bad movies, Wong Jing.

Rush Hour 4 is progressing at a very fast pace.

Not only did the audition go extremely smoothly.

Major Hollywood film companies were also very concerned about the investment in "Rush Hour 4".

In addition to the original "New Line" as the main investor, Warner and Paramount are also very interested in this.

In the end, Chen Cheng's side didn't have much investment left.

But Chen Cheng didn't mind too much.

As the producer of "Rush Hour 4", he himself will receive box office dividends.

Plus.

Chen Cheng's production this time also opened up a new situation for Chen Cheng.

Today Chen Cheng is able to produce the "Rush Hour 4" series.

future.

Perhaps Chen Cheng may appear in many Hollywood blockbuster series.

But you can't rush into this kind of thing.

In Hollywood, Chen Cheng can now be said to have become completely famous.

The future just needs to continue.

Then, Chen Cheng's power in Hollywood can increase step by step.

When in the future.

Just like in China, one sentence determines the life and death of countless actors.

……

The opening ceremony that day was very lively.

Except for the media.

Many people from Hollywood circles also came to show their support.

Such as the famous director Peter, who is also the director of "The Lord of the Rings" series.

Chen Cheng previously played the Elf King in Peter's directorial work "The Hobbit", so he is quite familiar with Peter.

Of course there is also the Hollywood newcomer and well-known director Nolan.

Needless to say, Li An also came.

Also.

There are also the Russo brothers, directors of Marvel's "Avengers".

Chen Cheng played the evil god Loki in The Avengers.

Chen Cheng just invited them and the two brothers came.

They are also very interested in Chen Cheng's "Rush Hour 4".

They really didn't expect it.

"Rush Hour 4", which has nothing to do with each other, can actually be linked to "The Expendables".

This also brought some new ideas to the Russell brothers.

DC also sent a vice president.

Not to mention the actors.

Cheng Xi, Chris Tucker, Jet Li, Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger...etc.

However, as a reserve member of the suicide squad, Chen Cheng did not participate this time.

The main reason is that although Chen Cheng showed off a bit in "The Expendables 2", he is not the main character after all.

The real role played by Chen Cheng will show his charm in "The Expendables 3".

Chen Cheng can be considered as the secret weapon of the Suicide Squad, and he will not be used easily for the time being.

Chen Cheng was also happy to have some free time.

After the opening ceremony, Chen Cheng stayed in the crew for a few days.

After discovering that there were not too many problems with the entire filming, Chen Cheng left the crew.

Yes.

It's so easy for producers.

He doesn't need to stay on the set every day.

A lot of times you just need to check in from a distance to see what’s happening on the set that day and see the financial expenditures.

……

It is worth mentioning that.

The Martian, previously produced by Chen Cheng, is about to be released worldwide.

Same as many previous films.

Before "The Martian" was released worldwide, it was first screened in a dozen cinemas in North America.

The performance was very good.

Many people said that this was the most interesting science fiction film they had ever seen.

of course.

Some people also complained that this is not science fiction at all, it is pseudo-science fiction.

However, Chen Cheng chose to ignore all of this.

Which movie can’t have some bad reviews?
If a movie could satisfy everyone, then such a movie would not have been made yet.

A week later.

The Martian is released worldwide.

Same as the preview.

Although there are a few people who think that this is not real science fiction, it is pseudo science fiction.

But there are still quite a number of people who gave this film a score of 9.

They thought The Martian was really well made.

Especially the idea of growing potatoes on Mars is really mind-blowing.

And the final return to Earth from Mars attracted everyone's attention and made the whole world excited.

This is the global area.

In this domestic area.

The Martian has a new identity.

Although it was introduced to the mainland as an imported film, that is, in the form of a Hollywood blockbuster.

But no one would consider "The Martian" as a Hollywood blockbuster.

Anyone who pays a little attention to the fans in the circle will know.

The producer of "The Martian" is Chen Cheng.

In other words.

Although this movie is a Hollywood movie, it is also Chen Cheng's movie.

It's not just Chen Cheng's films.

In the movie "The Martian", a series of Chinese elements are embodied everywhere.

For example, growing potatoes on Mars.

Only Chinese people have such vegetable growing technology.

Chinese people are spread all over the world, even if they go to Mars, they want to grow vegetables.

The only pity is.

Male No. 1 is not Chinese, but a white man.

There is no way.

Although Chen Cheng is the producer for now, he cannot be completely Chinese all at once.

However, as a producer, Chen Cheng was able to Chineseize this film, incorporating almost all Chinese elements.

Even if the male lead is not Chinese.

but.

Male No. 1’s grandfather is Chinese.

It was his grandfather who taught Male No. 1 how to grow vegetables.

So when Man No. 1 encountered difficulties on his way to Mars, he thought of growing potatoes to survive.

In addition, the No. 1 female role, Li Bingbing, is also a domestic actor.

Needless to say.

In the end, Man No. 1 came back from Mars, not through NASA.

Instead, it returned via China's Shenzhou spacecraft.

When the Shenzhou spacecraft carrying the male pilot No. 1 returned to the earth from space like a meteor, countless Chinese people were excited and their blood was boiling at that moment.

“This plot is so exciting.”

"Yeah, it makes me get goosebumps all over my body. I admire Chen Cheng. Only Chen Cheng can have such a creative mind."

"It's not that Chen Cheng has such an idea. Others may also come up with such an idea, but Chen Cheng can realize it."

"Yes, it's not a boast that Hollywood's top producers are..."

same.

“The Martian” is not just in Mainland China.

He also performed very well in the Hong Kong market.

Many media and well-known film critics have said that this is a science fiction blockbuster that belongs to China.

Although this title is a bit misleading.

This film is still a genuine Hollywood science fiction film and has little to do with China.

It's just that there are some Chinese elements in it.

But we have the super producer Chen Cheng.

Then.

At this time, even if someone came up with such a title, theoretically, there is nothing wrong with it.

……

"The movie 'The Martian' has grossed over $6 million worldwide."

"Well, it's not over yet. It's estimated to exceed $8 million later."

"It's actually pseudo-science fiction, and the production cost doesn't seem to be particularly high, only $5000 million, but I didn't expect it to create such a high box office."

"Chen Cheng is probably the most successful Chinese person in Hollywood."

The success of "The Martian" is not only a super blockbuster for the audience.

The box office of "The Martian" also made many Hong Kong directors envious.

Some directors who previously felt good and did not want to join the Mainland Directors Association now have different ideas.

"Our Hong Kong is in decline after all."

"There's nothing we can do. The place is so small. It was a miracle that we were able to succeed in the past. There will always be a day when it will decline."

“Let’s actively embrace the mainland.”

"What about the Directors Association in Mainland China?"

"Well..."

slowly.

Some directors are not so determined.

Such as Chen Jiashang.

Chen Jiashang is actually a relatively introverted director.

He is not that strong.

It's not that utilitarian.

Most of the time, he just follows the Hong Kong crowd.

Just like before.

Everyone is talking about raising prices, and he also thinks that prices should be raised.

Now many people say they do not want to join the Mainland Directors Association. He feels that he must consider Hong Kong directors and also thinks that he should not join the Mainland Directors Association.

But in the end.

The situation is becoming clearer.

Hong Kong’s decline is basically irreversible.

They can only embrace the mainland.

But on the one hand, they embrace the mainland, and on the other hand, they boycott the Mainland Directors Association... This doesn't seem appropriate.

I thought about it for a long time.

Chen Jiashang plucked up his courage and called Chen Cheng.

"Chen Cheng, I'm Chen Jiashang."

Talk about it.

Chen Jia had already saved Chen Cheng's number.

When Chen Jia was filming Painted Skin, Chen Cheng was just an art director.

But it may take several years.

Chen Cheng is no longer the same Chen Cheng as before.

Even Chen Jiashang felt that he had to look up to Chen Cheng.

"Director Chen, long time no see."

Chen Cheng was a little surprised when he received the call from Chen Jiashang.

However, when Chen Jiashang vaguely suggested that he wanted to join the Mainland Directors Association, Chen Cheng knew that the trend in the mainland was coming.

Even people like Chen Jiashang, who represent the interests of Hong Kong directors, have begun to consider fully embracing the mainland.

Chen Cheng welcomed you naturally and said, "Great, Director Chen, this is my fault. I wanted to invite you at that time. But I was busy for a while and forgot about it. How about I be your recommender?"

Since the other party called in person, Chen Cheng had naturally prepared a good opportunity for him.

Chen Jiashang also felt emotional and secretly admired that Chen Cheng was a good person.

These Hong Kong directors have regressed to such a degree, but Chen Cheng is still so polite to them.

……

Actually, this period of time.

It's not just Chen Jiashang.

After Chen Jia came on.

A number of Hong Kong directors have called or used other means to hope to join the Mainland Directors Association.

Such as Wu and Sen.

Wu Yusen was the one who was most opposed to the mainland at that time, and was also the one who had the most intense conflict with Chen Cheng.

Just a pity.

John Woo originally thought that the large investment he received from LeTV and the filming of "The Crossing" would allow him to reach the top again.

But who knows.

The Taiping Ferry, which cost 4 million yuan to invest, only earned 1.5 million yuan at the box office.

although.

The Taiping was divided into two parts by Wu Yusen.

But the first film only made 1.5 million, so even if the second film is better, it may not make much at the box office.

of course.

There was nothing wrong with this.

Which director doesn’t make some flops?

If the movie fails, it fails. It’s no big deal.

But the key is.

LeTV is no pushover either.

The original salary for the director was a astronomical amount.

But a pity.

Apart from the one-fifth of the salary given on the day of signing the contract, Wu Yusen has not received any more salary from LeTV.

As a result, Wu Yusen is now in a dilemma, neither advancing nor retreating.

finally.

Wu Yusen gritted his teeth and asked a middleman to express his desire to join the Mainland Directors Association.

……

There is also a big-name Hong Kong director, Wong Jing.

Wang Jing was very straightforward and called Chen Cheng personally.

Moreover, he was very direct and said, "Director Chen, if I join the Mainland Directors Association, can you give me a position?"

Chen Cheng also said directly: "As long as Director Wang comes, I will give you the position of vice president."

This is of course a joke.

Wang Jing wants to join the Mainland Directors Association not for any position.

"Hahaha, so refreshing."

"Director Chen, I will join the Mainland Directors Association. As for the position, I will just register as a member. However, if I become a member of the Directors Association, will we as members have any benefits?"

"Director Wang, what benefits do you want?"

"For example, our vice president should come to my crew to give us some guidance, right?"

"Yes, it must be there."

Chen Cheng said to Wang Jing affirmatively.

……

A few days later.

The Directors Guild held another impromptu meeting.

The content of the meeting was mainly to attract a number of Hong Kong directors to join.

As the vice president, Chen Cheng personally presented certificates to a number of Hong Kong directors and took a group photo.

End of the meeting.

Wang Jing said to Chen Cheng, "President, I'm waiting for your guidance in Hong Kong."

Chen Cheng nodded and said that he would go to Hong Kong tomorrow.

Chen Cheng’s nod also made Wang Jing excited.

Who doesn’t know Chen Cheng’s production skills?

Chen Cheng went to give guidance, even if it was just a few words.

Not even saying anything.

Just standing there with them can have an unexpected effect.

This also made several other Hong Kong directors say with envy: "Lao Wang, you, the king of bad movies, still need to direct?"

Ok.

Wong Jing is a very special figure in the Hong Kong director circle.

He has filmed a series of classic works, such as the God of Gamblers series, The Deer and the Cauldron series, Jet Li's Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber, etc.

But he also made a series of bad movies.

even.

His bad movies far outshine his classics.

If you ask how many classic films he has, it's a lot.

But to say how many bad movies he has made is even more terrifying.

Therefore, Wang Jing is also called the king of bad movies by many people.

But that's what I said.

But even after making so many bad movies, Wang Jing can still make money and do so well, which proves his success.

Chen Cheng also agreed with what Wang Jing said.

He thinks movies are a business.

He also does not object to others viewing movies as art. In his eyes, movies are just a business.

"You guys, it's because I made so many bad movies that I need the president to give me advice."