Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

Someone wants to remake "Source Code", which is undoubtedly a good thing for Zhou Qing.

And think about it carefully, okay.

Isn’t the Hollywood company that produced “Source Code” in the original time and space Vendome?

In other words, Vendome is indeed able to remake Source Code as well as he claims!

In that case, what is there for Zhou Qing to hesitate about?
"Mr. Joseph, let's talk about the details."

Zhou Qing cheered up and started to discuss the details with the representatives of Vendome.

After a round of "confrontation", the two sides finally reached an agreement.

Vendome spent a full $800 million to acquire the rights to remake "Source Code".

"Director Zhou, it's a pleasure working with you."

"Pleasant to work with."

The two sides shook hands in a friendly manner, and each of them showed a satisfied smile on their faces.

Vendome's satisfaction naturally comes from having won a low-cost but high-quality film project with great potential.

Even its person in charge has already made plans to start the project immediately after returning.

He can't wait to get back and do some serious work.

So what about Zhou Qing?
Naturally, it was because with Vendome’s assists, the copyright transaction of “Source Code” once again hit a new high.

$4800 million!

Together with the remake of "Source Code" and other copyrights, when the final deal was completed, "Source Code" earned a total of 4800 million US dollars!

This once again set a new record for copyright transactions for films directed by Zhou Qing.

Similar to the last "Now You See Me", the majority of the copyright for "Source Code" is still in North America.

After all, "Source Code" is a true Hollywood story in every way.

In addition to the actors being Chinese, the story style, narrative rhythm, etc. are all very much in line with Hollywood tastes.

This is also an important reason why Vendome decided to acquire the remake rights.

Of course, good sales in North America doesn’t mean poor sales in other regions, it’s just that sales in North America are relatively higher.

With the quality of "Source Code" and Zhou Qing's reputation, "Source Code" is also very optimistic in other regions.

Otherwise, how could they have received such a high copyright fee of 4800 million?

Now it is 09, and the exchange rate between the US dollar and the RMB is about 6.8.

In other words, during this trip to Venice, "Source Code" sold a total of 3.2 million RMB!

So what was the production cost of Source Code?
The movie itself is not very big, and even if there are some special effects, there are not many, and the actors are not big names.

Even if Zhou Qing's sky-high director's salary of 1800 million is taken into account, the total cost is only a mere 4000 million!

Now, a trip to Venice is equivalent to a net profit of 2.8 million, nearly 3 million!

At this speed, it is not an exaggeration to say that it is robbing money. How could Zhou Qing not be satisfied?
"Director Zhou!"

"Director Zhou!"

Many media reporters contacted Zhou Qing, wanting to interview him about the transaction of "Source Code".

But in order to avoid arousing envy, Zhou Qing did not disclose the specific amount.

It just gave a relatively vague answer: no lower than "Now You See Me".

Although it was much more conservative and low-key, it still shocked some media.

You have to know that even if we only calculate based on the 3300 million US dollars of "Now You See Me", it is already a sky-high price.

"Director Zhou Qing's Source Code sold well in Venice, with the total transaction amount no less than the 3300 million US dollars of Now You See Me."

"Source Code sold well in Venice, earning at least 3300 million US dollars, and Vendome also bought the rights to remake it."

"The successful export of Huayu Films, Hollywood is about to remake Director Zhou Qing's "Source Code"!"

The battle situation of "Source Code" in Venice was quickly transmitted back to the country, which immediately excited many people.

The copyright worth at least 3300 million US dollars was obtained!
Director Zhou won again this time!
Although everyone in the industry knows that Director Zhou’s movies have never had trouble selling, you still do this every time. Don’t you really consider what people can bear?

Do you know how much Source Code cost?

But the total amount is only 4000 million RMB!

As a result, it was sold for 2.2 million?

What's more, the 2.2 million here is still a conservative figure, and the actual transaction amount may be even higher than this.

numb.

It's really numb.

However, what is even more confusing is not the sky-high copyright price of "Source Code", but the fact that "Source Code" is going to be remade by Hollywood.

This is a form of cultural export.

The meaning behind it cannot be simply measured by how much it costs to sell.

You have to know that up to this period, looking at the entire Chinese entertainment industry, how many Chinese-language films have been remade?

Two.

The answer is two!
It's just that little.

One is the famous "Infernal Affairs", which was remade by Hollywood into "Infernal Affairs", and also translated as "The Departed".

Not only did the film gross over 2.8 million U.S. dollars worldwide, it also won four Oscars, including important awards such as Best Picture and Best Director.

It can be said to be a great success.

The other one is a horror movie called "Seeing a Ghost".

The film was remade by Hollywood into "The Matrix", but its box office and reputation were quite average, making it a mediocre work.

Apart from this, no other Chinese-language film has been remade.

Of course, Li An's "Eat Drink Man Woman" was also remade into "Corn Balls and Glutinous Rice Balls".

But Li An is not in the Chinese entertainment industry, so I won’t include him in the statistics.

So yes, Zhou Qing's "Source Code" is the third Chinese-language film to be remade by Hollywood.

In addition, "Infernal Affairs" and "Seeing the Ghost" are both Hong Kong films. If you have to count, "Source Code" is the first domestic entertainment work to be remade by Hollywood.

The first domestic entertainment work to be exported to Hollywood!
This is of course of extraordinary significance.

Although it was not possible to make Zhou Qing a god all at once, it definitely made the halo around Zhou Qing more dazzling.

It definitely raised Zhou Qing's status to a higher level.

"Director Zhou!"

"Director Zhou!"

There is no doubt that Zhou Qing once again became the focus of crazy media pursuit.

Ever since he returned from the Venice Film Festival, there have been large numbers of reporters waiting at the airport, in front of Zhou Qing Pictures, and even outside Zhou Qing's mansion.

Zhou Qing took great pains to return to his other villa under the "escort" of Director Chen.

That’s right, although Zhou Qing often goes to the villa in Qingcui Garden, who says Zhou Qing only has one villa?

"I never thought that Source Code would be remade by Hollywood! You are really amazing, Zhou Qing!"

Liu Yifei, who had been waiting early, came out to greet them. She seemed even more excited than Zhou Qing.

The benefits are secondary. The key is that Zhou Qing is the first person in the domestic entertainment industry to have this kind of reverse output.

This is something that even the other three great directors, Zhang, Chen and Feng, have never been able to do!
The girl had a close relationship with Zhou Qing, so she was naturally happy for Zhou Qing and even felt proud of him.

"'Source Code' is a Hollywood-style movie, and it's a science fiction theme. Hollywood really likes this kind of thing." Zhou Qing smiled, and he looked very calm.

It doesn't seem like this is anything to be surprised about.

"How do you know so much about Hollywood's tastes?"

Liu Yifei asked curiously while helping Zhou Qing pack the luggage that he brought back.

"Now You See Me" and "Source Code" are both very authentic Hollywood movies.

"Watch more, study more, think more. Do you think I watched all those Hollywood movies in vain?"

"I've pulled the film several times."

Zhou Qing said as a matter of course.

Liu Yifei: "..."

I believe you, that's a ghost!

Among all the directors in the entire Chinese entertainment industry, who hasn’t watched Hollywood movies? Who hasn’t screened Hollywood movies?
How come others didn't understand anything after watching it, but you saw the trick?

"It's that simple?"

Liu Yifei looked at Zhou Qing with sidelong eyes, a look of ridicule on her face.

"I originally wanted to get along with you as an ordinary person, but now that you have discovered my talent, I will stop pretending and reveal my true colors. I am a genius!"

"The factors I just mentioned actually only account for 1%. As for the other 99%, it's because of my extraordinary talent."

Zhou Qing started to show off in front of Liu Yifei.

"I've never seen someone as narcissistic as you."

Liu Yifei curled her lips and sneered, showing deep contempt.

But even though she was harsh in her words, when Liu Yifei thought about it carefully, it seemed that there was no better explanation than being gifted!

"Director Zhou! Don't forget the premiere of Founding of a Republic on September 9."

After chatting and laughing with the girl for a while, Han Sanping called directly.

In addition to congratulating "Source Code" for being remade by Hollywood, the other party also specifically reminded people about the premiere.

This matter had already been agreed upon when several investors in "Let the Bullets Fly" were approaching, but Han Sanping still had to confirm it again at this moment.

This shows how much importance he attached to "The Founding of a Republic".

"Don't worry, Mr. Han. I can forget anything, but I will never forget this."

Zhou Qing agreed happily.

As for the premiere of the tribute film "The Sound of Wind", it is scheduled for September 9.

Zhou Qing, the main controller, must also be present.

In addition, Xue Xiaolu has already met with Zhou Qing, and "Beijing Meets Seattle" will start filming in the next two days.

As the exclusive producer and screenwriter, Zhou Qing naturally cannot be negligent.

But other than that, Zhou Qing had nothing more important to do.

So Zhou Qing made a decision happily.

It’s time to move forward with the film prepared for Liu Yifei.

"Source Code" was completed at the end of December last year, and now it's September 12.

Zhou Qingdu took half a year, almost a year, to recuperate.

It's time for a new film.

"Sissi, when I return to the company tomorrow, I will start writing the script for "The Witch."

Zhou Qing told the news to Liu Yifei, who was leaning on him like a lazy cat.

That’s right, the script that Zhou Qing specially prepared for Liu Yifei was from the South Korean movie “The Witch”.

In fact, at the beginning, Zhou Qing also considered another classic female-led movie "Lucy".

But later I thought that the concept of "Lucy" was a bit too advanced.

It would have been fine if the heroine had become an omnipotent god who could control time and space at will, but in the end, she turned into a USB flash drive?
In 09, it might have been a bit too big a step.

In comparison, "Witch" is better.

Frankly speaking, the movie "The Witch" is actually quite suitable for Liu Yifei. She has great potential in playing a female fighter.

Judging from Zhou Qing's professional vision, this movie, which combines action, science fiction, suspense and a big twist, still has great market potential.

Coupled with the appeal of top director Zhou Qing and Liu Yifei's huge fan base, the box office will definitely be good.

In particular, in addition to Liu Yifei, who is the undisputed heroine, there is also a very important supporting actress in this film.

Wouldn't it be perfect for Zhao Liying to play that supporting role?

In this way, all arrangements were made for the two female artists under his management.

It's simply wonderful.

"That's what you said! I'm going to lock you in the office tomorrow and won't let you go out!"

Liu Yifei straightened up suddenly and became energized.

The girl couldn't wait to watch the "superhero movie with a heroine as the main character" that Zhou Qing prepared for her.

Having made the promise, Zhou Qing would naturally not break it. He came to the company the next day and began to write the script of "The Witch".

The cultures of South Korea and China have many similarities and commonalities, and "The Witch" is set in a modern urban setting.

So it is very simple to translate it into Chinese.

In addition, the film has a high score of 7.7 on a certain platform, so its reputation is still quite strong.

Zhou Qing only needs to optimize it a little bit, without having to put in too much effort.

So according to Zhou Qing's estimation, he could complete the script in about ten days.

"Zhou Qing Films' Beijing Meets Seattle has started filming. Director Xue Xiaolu praised alumnus Zu Feng at the press conference."

"The second collaboration between Director Zhou Qing and Director Xue Xiaolu, "Beijing Meets Seattle", started filming in a low-key manner."

"The romantic film Beijing Meets Seattle, written and directed by Zhou Qing, has started filming. Director Zhou Qing appeared at the press conference."

Xue Xiaolu, who had been procrastinating for a long time, finally started filming, and related reports soon leaked out.

The movie "Love Is Not Blind" helped Xue Xiaolu successfully enter the 33 million yuan directors club.

As the second work of each other, "Beijing Meets Seattle" is naturally highly anticipated and watched by the circle.

Especially since this movie was written by Zhou Qing and produced by Zhou Qing Pictures, it is equivalent to adding a powerful buff.

It has just started filming, but it has already whetted everyone’s appetite and raised everyone’s expectations.

Just based on the team of Director Zhou and Director Xue, how could this movie be bad?
Without a doubt, it’s another hit!

"Zu Feng is such a lucky guy."

Many people in the entire Beijing Film Academy became envious, jealous and hateful of Zu Feng.

You should know that although Zu Feng has graduated for many years, he worked as an acting teacher at the Beijing Film Academy for six years. It was not until 06 that he officially resigned and entered the entertainment industry.

So far, I have only been doing this seriously for more than three years.

It is not difficult to imagine the situation, as they are basically just extras and minor roles.

Only Li Ya in "The Disguiser" can be mentioned, and he can be said to have just begun to emerge.

As a result, he rose to fame and played the leading role in "Beijing Meets Seattle"!
I'm so envious. (End of this chapter)