Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

On January 1, the Hollywood blockbuster "Avatar" was released, which immediately shocked the entire entertainment industry.

That’s right, it was a real shock, not an exaggeration at all.

Even shock is not enough to describe everyone's feelings at this moment.

The 3D effects of "Avatar" are simply superb for domestic entertainment in the past 10 years.

Before this, when have you ever seen such a jaw-dropping 3D movie?

Eye-opener!

What an eye-opener!
“Avatar has reached the pinnacle of what human film technology can achieve.”

“The stunning visual effects, unprecedented and unparalleled, redefine what movies are.”

"If you don't watch Avatar, you will definitely regret it for the rest of your life."

Countless people worship "Avatar" and praise it to the sky.

Film critics, media and netizens were all frantically expressing their shock, making "Avatar" the hottest movie of the entire January.

What "Source Code" and "The Siege of the City" are nothing compared to "Avatar".

In short, public opinion was boiling.

The direct consequence is that "Avatar" became a huge hit.

How popular is it?
It is simply impossible for people who have not personally experienced that era to imagine it.

Many people got up in the middle of the night to queue up at the cinema, some even wrapped in blankets. The cinema staff were amazed, saying, "This is the only situation in the past 30 years."

An IMAX ticket worth 200 yuan can be sold for 1200 yuan, and there are also people who offer 300 yuan to queue up for others.

It is no exaggeration to say that it is more difficult than buying tickets during the Spring Festival travel rush.

Under such circumstances, there is no need to say much about the box office of "Avatar", it is skyrocketing.

The box office on the first day was only 3604 million RMB, which was only about 200 million more than Zhou Qing's "Source Code".

But after that, the box office continued to soar almost every day.

By January 1, the daily box office of "Avatar" had reached more than 8 million.

It's such an exaggeration.

It's totally inconsistent with market rules.

"Isn't Avatar too shocking? Zhou Qing, can China make a movie like this?"

"Avatar" was so popular that it became a phenomenon, so Zhou Qing naturally took Liu Yifei to watch it.

And what I watched was not the regular version or the 3D version, but the top-notch IMAX version.

You may want to ask how Zhou Qing managed to get the IMAX version of "Avatar" tickets since they are so hard to get?

It’s simple. Just make a phone call to Ye Ning from Wanda and it’s done.

As for the other actors in the crew, well, Zhou Qing was too lazy to worry about them.

However, this did not stop the enthusiasm of others, and many people in the crew went to the cinema to watch "Avatar".

Whether it is the regular version or the 3D version, everyone was shocked without exception.

Especially for these filmmakers, the shock they received was even greater.

Because the visual effects of "Avatar" really exceeded everyone's imagination, it is no exaggeration to say that it is explosive.

This kind of work is completely overwhelming and has a dimensionality-reducing impact on the current domestic entertainment movies.

If Hollywood movies have become so advanced, there is no point in domestic entertainment.

Many people are asking themselves in the depths of their souls: How can the gap be so big?
After reading it, Liu Yifei asked Zhou Qing this question.

"Director Zhou, do you think we can make a movie like this?"

Not only Liu Yifei, other people on the set also kept asking Zhou Qing questions, and they were all really stimulated.

Few people are calm in their hearts.

"As far as film technology is concerned, we still have a big gap and we can't catch up in a short period of time."

"Although we don't want to admit it, we have to admit that we are far behind in technology."

"But don't be pessimistic. The core of a movie is the story, not the technology."

“As long as the story is good enough, it can be a good movie even without advanced technology.”

"Focusing on technology and ignoring other things is putting the cart before the horse."

Facing everyone's gaze, Zhou Qing gave a very pertinent evaluation.

Because he was a reborn person, Zhou Qing's reaction was much calmer and more composed.

After all, he knew very well that even twenty years later, 3D movies would not be mainstream.

Especially the technology of "Avatar", which cannot represent Hollywood's technology, it is just an individual case.

Hollywood is far from being as advanced as what everyone sees.

"Director Zhou is right. Director Zhou's movies don't have this kind of 3D, but that doesn't stop them from being good movies."

"For example, Director Zhou's Source Code, I think it's no worse than Avatar. After watching Avatar, you can only admire the pictures, but Source Code can make you savor it for a long time."

There was a burst of echoes from all around.

As for whether he really thought so in his heart, Zhou Qing had no idea, and of course he was too lazy to find out.

"Avatar is so amazing, how much will it earn at the box office? Zhou Qing, I'm afraid it will surpass your Source Code, right?"

Liu Yifei exclaimed in astonishment once again.

The first-day box office of "Avatar" was higher than that of "Source Code", and the subsequent box office trend can be described as opening high and then exploding.

Far surpassing the box office curve of "Source Code".

Although it has only been released for a few days, anyone with eyes can see that it is only a matter of time before "Avatar" surpasses "Source Code".

However, this kind of thing, except for Liu Yifei, who has a very close relationship with Zhou Qing, others are reluctant to speak out.

That's something only a fool would do.

But Liu Yifei is different. Given the relationship between her and Zhou Qing, she can naturally say whatever she wants.

"Avatar is so powerful that Source Code is no match for it. I still need to keep working hard."

Zhou Qing did not deny this, but nodded seriously.

As a person who has been reborn, he knows that the total box office of "Avatar" will not only surpass "Source Code", but will also be an extremely exaggerated surpassing.

It is almost twice the total box office of "Source Code".

It's indeed a bit outrageous.

“Even if Avatar really surpasses Source Code, so what? Director Zhou will surpass it sooner or later.”

Wang Baoqiang immediately said with a smile.

The people around then echoed again.

"Okay, let's not talk about this any more. Get ready. The next scene is about to begin."

Zhou Qing waved his hand and didn't waste too much time on the topic of "Avatar".

For him at the moment, "Avatar" is actually nothing. The most important reason for the success of this film is technology.

Of course, the story of "Avatar" is also good, but it is actually just an average Hollywood level.

It's just a commercial film with positive energy, not that outstanding.

If it weren't for the incredible 3D effect, it wouldn't be so explosive.

Therefore, it is difficult for Zhou Qing to take such a film seriously.

Zhou Qing quickly put "Avatar" behind him and quickly began to devote himself to the filming of "The Witch".

At present, the filming of "The Witch" is still in the early preparation stage.

Wang Baoqiang appeared and tested Li Duomei once before disappearing. Li Duomei and her good friend Zhang Mingxi did not take this man seriously. Of course, the former was completely pretending, and the latter really forgot about it.

Lee Da-mi performed very well in the Beijing competition area and even met a scout and someone from the agency came to her specifically.

It is worth mentioning that the people from that agency are actually members of the secret organization behind Lee Da-mi.

They were successfully attracted by the heroine.

There is no doubt about the result. The heroine did not "fall for it" at first sight and rejected the recruitment of that agency.

Instead, he took the train back with his good friend.

How could the people from that mysterious company let this go?

Wang Baoqiang appeared again.

"Every unit prepares!"

"Clear the venue!"

"start!"

The photographer immediately perked up and took pictures of Liu Yifei.

But Liu Yifei was just wearing headphones and listening to music, like an ordinary girl, waiting for the bus at the bus stop.

But at this time a luxury car stopped in front of Liu Yifei.

After the car window was rolled down, Wang Baoqiang's cold and evil face appeared in front of Liu Yifei.

"It's true that we meet everywhere in life. We meet again."

Wang Baoqiang tilted his head and grinned. With just this simple smile, he brought the character of a cold-blooded and evil killer to life.

Zhou Qing, who was behind the monitor, couldn't help but admire it secretly.

Sure enough, Wang Baoqiang's acting skills are as perfect as imagined.

It is no exaggeration to say that he is no worse than Huang Bo.

"Why are you here again? Who are you?"

Compared to Wang Baoqiang, Liu Yifei's performance is much worse, but it is indeed sufficient in this kind of commercial film.

"Is this true? You really don't remember me?"

Wang Baoqiang still tilted his head, "But why do I feel that you are pretending? No, if you are pretending, your acting skills are too good, right?"

"I don't know you at all. This is really inexplicable. You got the wrong person!"

Liu Yifei frowned and shouted at Wang Baoqiang.

"It doesn't matter. Just turn a corner about eight or nine kilometers ahead and you'll find your home, right?"

"Your parents were so old and in poor health, so it shouldn't be surprising that they died suddenly, right?"

Wang Baoqiang showed a perverted smile like a bad guy.

This is a naked threat to kill Li Duomei's parents!
Li Duomei's face changed drastically.

"Click! Pass!"

The film market in January was undoubtedly dominated by "Avatar" and became a show for "Avatar".

All other films pale in comparison to this one.

Even Zhou Qing's "Source Code" is no exception.

There is no doubt that the box office of "Source Code" has also been affected.

However, the situation is much more optimistic than Zhou Qing imagined.

Firstly, "Avatar" was released on January 1, and at that time, the release period of "Source Code" was also coming to an end, with only 4 days left.

Secondly, the box office of "Avatar" was not so exaggerated at the beginning, it increased little by little.

So even though "Source Code" lost a lot of market share to "Avatar", it still grossed 1 million yuan on the day it was released on January 10.

The first movie in the history of Chinese entertainment to break 7 million yuan is born!

It was not until this moment that "Source Code" finally regained its limelight.

In the "Avatar" show, it made its presence felt.

You know, this is the first movie in film history to break 7 million.

The shock caused to the circle was actually quite big.

"Director Zhou Qing's Source Code grossed 7.04 million yuan, setting a new record for the highest box office for Chinese entertainment films."

"For the first time in history, Zhou Qing's sci-fi masterpiece Source Code has broken the 7 million yuan mark, setting a new record!"

"Source Code" is a huge hit, earning 7 million yuan at the box office and leading the entire Lunar New Year box office."

"Since Source Code, Chinese-language films have officially entered the 7 million era!"

Related reports quickly leaked out, which shocked colleagues in the industry.

I could even say that I almost exploded with excitement.

7 billion!

What a joke!
Can Chinese-language films achieve such high box office today?

Is the market already so large now?

You should know that before this, Huayu Films had just reached the 4 million era.

As a result, in the blink of an eye, director Zhou Qing has brought Chinese-language films into the 7 million era again?
Director Zhou, you are so fierce, have you really considered everyone's heart tolerance?

You know, even with a box office of 4 million, no other movie could reach that mark except "Founding of a Republic" which relied on private theaters.

Even with a box office of 3 million, it was only due to two films, "Red Cliff" and "If You Are the One".

The other films that have achieved this feat are all directed by Zhou.

That’s not all, they made another 7 million in one go?

Do you still want us to live?

"7 million box office, Source Code actually reached 7 million box office!"

There was a hint of bitterness in Master Zhang's voice, and he is still a little dazed.

It's unacceptable. It's totally unacceptable.

You should know that his "Movies and TV Series: Reborn" was released on January 1th, and the total box office was only 8 million!

Fortunately, before the movie was released, Master Zhang still had great ambitions and wanted to compete with Zhou Qing.

Let everyone in the circle see for themselves that Master Zhang’s strength is not inferior to Zhou Qing at all.

He, Zhang Guoshi, is truly the greatest director in mainland China.

As a result, the box office of his "Three Guns" was not even as good as that of "Source Code", and it was even less than half of the box office of "Source Code"!

This is really too far away!
This gap is too big!

Although Master Zhang has never been as arrogant and high-profile as Zhang Weiping, he still felt his cheeks burning.

It was as if he had been slapped hard in the face several times.

After all, he and Zhou Qing are both big directors of the same level, and he is even always ranked ahead of Zhou Qing.

The result was such a disastrous defeat.

How could Master Zhang save face?
Of course, the disastrous failure of "Three Shots Surprise" alone cannot prove that Master Zhang is inferior to Zhou Qing.

But this also illustrates a problem.

Zhou Qing does have the strength to surpass Master Zhang.

If he can defeat you, Master Zhang, this time, who says he can’t do it next time?
This is what really makes Master Zhang feel threatened! (End of this chapter)