Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

"1.34 million! Such a high box office! Director Zhou is really amazing!"

Shu Chang looked so excited and thrilled that he couldn't remain calm at all.

This was her first movie as the lead actress, and unexpectedly it achieved such a huge box office success.

To be honest, Shu Chang never thought of this.

After all, the cast of this movie is really not that good. She, the female lead, and Brother Hu, the male lead, are both acting in TV dramas.

Brother Hu is still relatively okay, at least "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" is very popular.

But what works did Shu Chang produce at that time?
Tianshan Tonglao?

The same is true for Jiang Wenli and Feng Yuanzheng, who play important supporting roles, and they have no box office appeal at all.

As a result, this group of people got together and actually won such a high box office in one fell swoop.

It even surpassed the star-studded "A World Without Thieves".

It is indeed too shocking.

Director Zhou’s ability is truly undeniable.

"How could a movie like this actually earn 1.34 million at the box office?"

Poet Chen couldn't help being dumbfounded. He felt as if a stone was pressing on his chest, making him feel suffocated.

Is it so easy and simple to make over 100 million these days?
How can an ordinary feature film, with no scenes and no stars, make 1.34 million?
Isn't this a joke?
You have to know that the great poet Chen worked hard for three years on "The Promise", and the post-production alone took more than a year.

The production of the film alone cost 2.5 million yuan and brought together a large number of stars from China, Japan and South Korea.

Gorgeous effects, grand scenes, exciting fights, it can be said that it has everything, it is simply a visual feast.

Even so, it’s only over 100 million!

What's in "Hearing Girl"?
Compared with "The Promise", it's just a makeshift team!

But just like "The Promise", it also broke 100 million.

Poet Chen is really hard to break down.

Although the box office of "The Promise" was 4000 million higher than that of "The Hearing Girl", it did not give poet Chen much comfort.

Can you imagine how Captain America would feel if he went to fight with an ordinary person and ended up being only slightly stronger than the other person?

"The Hearing Girl" really makes poet Chen look like a waste.

"Damn Hugo!"

Poet Chen held it in for a long time before he could no longer hold it in and cursed out loud.

It's all that damn guy's fault!

If it weren’t for his movie “Mantou”, how could “The Promise” have been so bad?

It will definitely exceed 200 million.

Hu Ge misled me!
"Mom, the box office of 'Hearing Girl' has reached 1.34 million. Zhou Qing is really amazing!"

Liu Yifei once again revealed that admiring look.

Looking at the entire entertainment industry, who else besides Zhou Qing could have achieved such a high box office with the cost and scale of "The Hearing Girl"?
"Yeah, who would have thought that a movie like this could get such a box office? You must be shocked, right?"

Liu Xiaoli nodded repeatedly in agreement.

Not to mention Liu Yifei, even Liu Xiaoli was surprised and admired her very much.

So it’s not without reason that Director Zhou is so popular in the circle!
Thinking about the fact that Liu Yifei had already won the leading female role in Zhou Qing's new movie "Painted Skin", Liu Xiaoli couldn't help feeling refreshed.

I am filled with endless longing for Liu Yifei's future.

By taking Zhou Qing's express train, won't Xixi's future be able to take off directly?

"Qingzi, your movie's box office is over 130 million. How much will you get?"

Dad asked Zhou Qing this question with great interest.

It’s nothing, dad is just really curious.

He knew that being a director could make money, but he never expected that being a director could make so much money that he could buy a villa worth more than 20 million yuan at will.

Dad was really stimulated.

This is really a bit too magical for a small self-employed person like him.

"Dad, I'll calculate it for you."

Zhou Qing calculated the profit sharing ratio between the producer and the cinema chain, as well as other deductions in front of his father.

"All in all, the producers can get about 36.5% of the box office revenue of this movie."

Zhou Qing gave his parents the final result.

"36.5%? In other words, you can get more than million?"

Dad did a quick calculation and felt his heart skip a beat, almost jumping out of his chest.

Earn more than 40 million or nearly 50 million by making a movie?

Is this a robbery?

"Not that much. That's the total revenue of all producers. I personally only get 65%, which is just over million."

Zhou Qing calculated an accurate number for his father, which also shocked his father to the point of being petrified on the spot.

My mother also cracked on the spot.

I was so shocked by this number that my brain suddenly shut down.

If they hadn't seen Zhou Qing's serious expression, they would have thought that Zhou Qing was joking.

Even when Zhou Qing told them solemnly, the two elders didn't dare to believe it for a while.

This is a bit too exaggerated.

Zhou Qing just smiled and said nothing.

He hasn't told his parents yet that "The Hearing Girl" sold more than 80 million RMB in Venice.

“Is it possible that making movies is so profitable?”

It was a long time before my dad sighed in disbelief, feeling that his three views had been shattered.

No wonder, no wonder Qingzi can spend 20 million on a house, it turns out he is really not short of money.

He originally thought that the house was too expensive, but who would have thought that Qingzi could more than afford it for one movie.

"Movie making is actually the same as other industries. Some make money, some don't. Some make a lot, some make a little, and some even lose money."

"There are only a few people who make as much money as your son."

Zhou Qing smiled and explained a few things to his parents.

Not to mention anything else, just those blockbuster movies about "The Trojan War", each one performed worse than the last.

"Director Zhou, when will you be back? We need to host a great celebration party this time!"

Han Sanping called specifically and his voice sounded very happy.

Although the excellent performance of "The Hearing Girl" cannot completely clear away the haze brought by "The Promise", it is still a huge comfort anyway.

"Number 5, go back."

Zhou Qing pondered for a moment and gave the other party this answer.

Although he scheduled the start time of filming of Painted Skin to the 10th, as a director he would definitely have to go back earlier.

February 2th happens to be the legal working time, so I might as well start working on that day.

"Okay, then the celebration party will be on the 7th."

Han Sanping made the decision very happily, and the matter was thus agreed upon.

"No. 5, are you going back so early this time?"

My mother couldn't help but come over to ask about the situation.

Winter vacation doesn't end until the 17th, but Qingzi is leaving more than ten days in advance.

"Mom, there are too many things to deal with."

Zhou Qing could only explain it this way to his mother.

Although the mother was still reluctant and wanted Zhou Qing to stay at home for two more days, she didn't say much considering that her son's career was more important.

I just made a secret decision in my heart to make more delicious food for my son while he was at home during these days.

Where is Zhou Qing?
In addition to visiting relatives and friends, we also receive relatives and friends who come to visit in an endless stream.

I had originally planned to take my parents out for a trip or something, but in the end I gave up on it.

It’s nothing, the weather is just a bit cold!
Zhou Qing stayed at home for four whole days and thoroughly experienced the life of a otaku.

After having lunch at home on the fifth day, Zhou Qing set out on his journey back to the capital under the reluctant gazes of his parents.

"Zhou Qing, here!" At the airport exit, Liu Yifei, wearing a black down jacket, a mask and a hat, waved happily to Zhou Qing.

Before, it was Zhou Qing who picked up Liu Yifei at the airport, but now it's the other way around, Liu Yifei is picking up Zhou Qing at the airport.

"Sissi!"

When Zhou Qing saw Liu Yifei, his eyes lit up.

They also happily reunited with each other.

And a bear hug.

This time, without Liu Xiaoli as a "light bulb", the two of them were much more unscrupulous and it took a while for them to separate.

"It's so cold, I told you you don't have to come, I can do it myself."

Zhou Qing felt Liu Yifei's hand was cold when he held it, and couldn't help but say something to her.

"I want to see you sooner."

Liu Yifei took the opportunity to put her hand into Zhou Qing's pocket.

The two of them stayed together for a while, but when they noticed that people were constantly looking at them, and thought there was a risk of being recognized, they quickly began to "evacuate".

In the parking lot outside, a domineering black Audi had already been parked there.

Liu Yifei immediately opened the driver's door and called Zhou Qing, "Get in the car."

Zhou Qing couldn't help but look at Liu Yifei twice more: "Xixi, can you drive?"

It’s not that Zhou Qing looked down on Liu Yifei, it’s mainly because he and Liu Yifei have come into contact so many times, and every time it was Liu Xiaoli who drove the car.

Zhou Qing really didn't know that Liu Yifei could drive now.

"Who are you looking down on? I'm not necessarily a worse driver than you are. I'll show you how good I am later."

Liu Yifei raised her head proudly.

Zhou Qing believed this. As a reborn person, he knew that Liu Yifei preferred driving.

Both parties have been interviewed and said that they like driving and it is a way to relax.

He even completed the feat of changing tires in 1 seconds at the Abu Dhabi F8 Grand Prix.

"I believe you're not good enough, so forget about the experience."

However, Zhou Qing still smiled at Liu Yifei. It is better to be cautious when driving.

"What's that look in your eyes? Do you really look down on me?"

"Where can I have it?"

After playing around for a while, Liu Yifei quickly started the car and drove Zhou Qing away from the airport.

You know what, it really drives very well.

"Happy New Year Director Zhou, congratulations on the box office success of "Hearing Girl"!"

When they returned to the studio, the staff were already in place. When they saw Zhou Qing, they greeted him warmly.

"Happy New Year everyone!"

Zhou Qing naturally responded with a warm smile on his face.

The office had already been cleaned spotlessly by the assistant, so Zhou Qing could use it directly.

He quickly got down to work.

"Director Zhou."

Someone from China Film Group came over and discussed with Zhou Qing the matters related to the celebration banquet the day after tomorrow.

I also communicated with Director Chen on some related matters, and the work for the day was over.

So what about the next day?

The next day Zhou Qing had no other work, or rather, he had only one job: to pay New Year's greetings.

It’s only the ninth day of the Lunar New Year.

It would be fine if you didn't come back, but the key is that you are already in Beijing. Wouldn't it be appropriate not to pay New Year's greetings to some people with whom you have special or close relationships?

For example, his long-time partner, Han Sanping, the big boss of China Film Group.

For example, my current teacher Tian Zhuangzhuang.

It’s okay for other people, but it would be a bit inappropriate if these two didn’t go.

So the next morning, Zhou Qing came to his teacher Tian Zhuangzhuang's house with gifts.

"Happy New Year, teacher. Your students are here to wish you a happy new year!"

"Happy New Year, come in quickly."

Tian Zhuangzhuang seemed to be in good spirits, especially when she saw a smile in Zhou Qing's eyes. She warmly invited Zhou Qing to come in.

"You must be Zhou Qing, right? You haven't even graduated from Beijing Film Academy yet, but you've already won the Golden Bear and Golden Lion awards at the top three European film schools. You really bring honor to Beijing Film Academy. Zhuang Zhuang really has a good student."

Tian Zhuangzhuang's mother Yu Lan was also there. She looked Zhou Qing up and down, praising him generously.

"Grandma Yu, you are too kind. The little achievements I have made are all due to the cultivation of Beijing Film Academy. I have admired the teacher for a long time. It is my honor to be able to study under the teacher."

Zhou Qing did not dare to be negligent in the slightest and immediately stood up and responded modestly.

"You are too modest. I have seen your films 127 Hours and Departures. I have never seen anyone at this age make such a film. You are the first."

"With such talent, it's no wonder that Zhuang Zhuang values ​​you so much and insists on taking you as his apprentice."

Yu Lan sighed from the bottom of her heart.

Although it sounds a bit old-fashioned, he is a veteran filmmaker who has worked in the film industry for a lifetime and is definitely qualified to say such things.

"Grandma Yu, you are too kind. I still have a lot to learn from you."

Zhou Qing said hurriedly.

Yu Lan greeted Zhou Qing briefly, then got up and went back to her room, leaving Tian Zhuangzhuang and Zhou Qing alone.

"I didn't expect that 'Hearing Girl' would do so well at the box office. You are now the fourth director in mainland China to have a box office of over 100 million yuan."

The two of them inevitably started talking about "The Hearing Girl", and Tian Zhuangzhuang's spirits became even better.

I have to say that student Zhou Qing really makes me proud.

"Yi Mou's A Lonely Man's Journey of a Thousand Miles only made 3000 million, only a fraction of yours. Kai Ge's The Promise was only 4000 million more than yours, but his cost was more than million more than yours."

"They are both great directors, but you have outdone them all."

At this point, Tian Zhuangzhuang couldn't help laughing out loud.

It’s not that Tianzhuangzhuang is gloating, it’s mainly because the gap in Tianzhuangzhuang’s situation in recent years is really too big.

You should know that Tian Zhuangzhuang and Master Zhang and poet Chen were actually classmates.

With Tian Zhuangzhuang's background, he was a top second-generation at that time.

To put it bluntly, Master Zhang, a grassroots, has no sense of existence in front of Tian Zhuangzhuang.

At that time, Tian Zhuangzhuang had the final say on their graduation works, and Master Zhang was just one of the five or six interns in the crew.

After graduation, Master Zhang used Tian Zhuangzhuang’s connections to try to get into the Children’s Film Studio, but he didn’t get in.

That’s right, the director of the Children’s Film Studio at that time was Tian Zhuangzhuang’s mother Yu Lan.

So what about poet Chen?

After graduation, he went straight to the Children's Film Studio.

So it is not difficult to imagine what the scene was like when poet Chen faced Tian Zhuangzhuang, the "prince" of the Children's Film Studio.

To be honest, at that time, Master Zhang and poet Chen were really like younger brothers in front of Tian Zhuangzhuang.

But who would have thought that things change so fast. Twenty years later, both Zhang Guoshi and Chen Shishi became top directors in mainland China and were well-known in the Chinese entertainment industry.

His status far exceeds that of the "crown prince" Tian Zhuangzhuang of that year.

Tian Zhuangzhuang, on the other hand, became a college teacher.

So when Tian Zhuangzhuang saw Master Zhang and Poet Chen again, how could he not feel disappointed?

I guess I would feel embarrassed to go to class reunions.

But now, Tian Zhuangzhuang has become more confident.

It is true that Tian Zhuangzhuang himself cannot compare with Master Zhang and the poet Chen, but his students can.

Even thinking about it this way gives me a sense of superiority.

No matter how capable you two are, you are just at the level of my students.

Tian Zhuangzhuang's back can naturally be straightened up a lot. (End of this chapter)