Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

Throughout late August, Zhou Qing and Liu Yifei were either traveling or on their way to travel.

Their figures have appeared in many beautiful tourist destinations, experiencing the local customs and enjoying the local food, which is a wonderful experience.

But basically both of them travel abroad.

It’s not that the domestic scenic spots and historical sites are not good, it’s just that the two are too famous in the country.

I’m afraid that I’ll be recognized the moment I appear in public.

By then, let alone sightseeing, even walking will be a problem.

There is no choice but to go abroad.

"Director Zhou."

"Director Chen."

In September, Zhou Qing returned to Beijing and Zhou Qing Pictures as planned.

Now that the wedding is over, he and Liu Yifei have enjoyed their own world, and it’s time to start busying themselves with their own work.

There is no need to say much about the daily affairs of Zhou Qing Pictures, just leave it to Director Chen.

Director Chen also gave Zhou Qing a detailed report on the work done over the past month.

As always, everything was handled in an orderly manner, which made Zhou Qing feel relieved.

In this way, Zhou Qing can concentrate and devote himself to the post-production of "Dying to Survive".

But before that, Zhou Qing told Director Chen another important matter.

"The success of 'The Monkey King: Hero is Back' proves that animated films are also very popular in the market. As long as the quality is up to standard, they can still achieve high box office results."

"So this year I plan to make another animated feature film, and I want you to take charge of this matter yourself."

Animated movie!
When these words were mentioned, Director Chen was filled with admiration for Zhou Qing, and his respect for him was simply unstoppable.

Or maybe we can say that Director Zhou is the best director in Chinese entertainment industry. He is so awesome that it is unreasonable.

Before "The Return of the Great Sage", Chinese animated films were a huge pit that would kill anyone who touched them, and there had never been any precedent of making a profit.

Even when the news that Zhou Qing was producing "The Return of the Great Sage" came out, it aroused a lot of doubts.

Many people think that Director Zhou is too proud to even dare to make an animated film.

Who could have thought that the facts proved that Director Zhou is still Director Zhou, and your uncle is still your uncle.

"The Return of the Great Sage" directly raked in a box office of over 10 billion yuan, which shocked many people.

So when Zhou Qing mentioned the animated movie again this time, Director Chen had a completely different attitude.

"Director Zhou, what big movie are you planning to make this time? Are you still going to work with Director Tian Xiaopeng?"

Director Chen seemed to be full of energy, and with shining eyes he followed Zhou Qing to inquire about the relevant situation.

"No, it's not Director Tian, ​​but a director named Yang Yu, whose stage name is 'Jiaozi'..."

Zhou Qing gave Director Chen further explanation.

That’s right, the movie Zhou Qing has his eyes on this time is none other than the most awesome animated movie in the history of Chinese entertainment: “Nezha: The Devil Child Comes into the World”.

The film was released in 19 and grossed 50 billion RMB at the box office, which is incredible.

I don’t know how many people were shocked at the time, their jaws dropped to the ground in shock.

An animated movie earned 50 billion at the box office?
What a fuss!

It's just like a joke!
This data is much more explosive than the nearly 10 billion box office of "The Return of the Great Sage".

If "The Return of the Great Sage" successfully opened the door to Chinese animation, then "Ne Zha" brought Chinese animation to its peak.

Whether from the explosive data or the meaning behind it, "Ne Zha" is destined to be a work that goes down in history.

As a reborn person, how could Zhou Qing miss such a cool movie?
Not to mention, there is a sequel to "Nezha: The Devil Child Comes into the World" called "Nezha: The Devil Child Conquers the Dragon King".

The sequel to "Ne Zha" is even more exciting than "Ne Zha".

The film earned a staggering 6 million yuan at the box office on the day of its release, which is a record in film history.

The next few days saw new highs, reaching 7 million in a single day and 8 million in a single day, which was like crazy.

In just 10 days, the total box office reached the first place in the history of Chinese entertainment films, directly breaking the 60 billion mark.

The box office of one of its films accounted for 81.2% of the total box office of the Lunar New Year films, which is totally unreasonable.

If Zhou Qing missed such a movie, he would really regret it for the rest of his life.

"dumpling?"

Director Chen raised his eyebrows subconsciously.

The first thought that flashed through his mind was, who is this person?
Never heard of it at all!

Not only the stage name Jiaozi, but even the other party's real name Yang Yu was something Director Chen had never heard of.

But after working under Zhou Qing for so many years, Director Chen has long been extremely convinced of Zhou Qing.

You have to know that many of the people Zhou Qing had his eyes on before were unknown and insignificant.

For example, Tian Xiaopeng, the director of "The Return of the Great Sage".

The same is true for Lu Yang, Wu Jing, Xue Xiaolu, Wu Ershan, etc.

Before being selected by Director Zhou, he was unknown and mediocre.

But after being selected by Director Zhou, they all left.

They have all proven to be rare talents in the entire circle.

With so many examples in front of him, Director Chen believed from the bottom of his heart that dumplings must be the same.

"Understood, Director Zhou, I will go talk to Jiaozi in person."

Director Chen responded immediately and left in a hurry to receive the order.

As for Zhou Qing?

Needless to say, of course, the post-production of "Dying to Survive" has begun.

Considering the scale of "Dying to Survive", plus the part that has been completed before.

Zhou Qing estimated that there would be absolutely no problem in completing it before October.

"Luyang, it's been a while since Mr. Tumor was released. Have you had enough rest?"

During this period, Zhou Qing also called Lu Yang over.

This director, who is lazy by nature, has never been proactive in working and making money, and Zhou Qing is quite impressed by him.

"Director Zhou, if you can let me rest for another two months, that's not impossible."

Lu Yang said with a grin in front of Zhou Qing.

"Sorry, your vacation is over. Come back and film for me."

Zhou Qing gave Lu Yang this order with a smile.

Taking into account this year, Zhou Qing Pictures has already produced "Lost in Hong Kong", "Dying to Survive" and "Wolf Warrior", leaving only Lu Yang's new film.

If it is delayed any further, it will definitely be delayed until next year.

"I knew that Director Zhou, you called me here this time for no good reason."

Lu Yang acted as if he was taking advantage of someone.

"Don't be so annoying... Have you decided which of the two scripts I gave you to film? If not, I'll assign one to you."

Zhou Qing rolled his eyes at Lu Yang and started talking about business with her.

"Let's shoot 'Time Travelers'. I haven't tried this kind of soft science fiction before."

Lu Yang actually had already made plans, and he told Zhou Qing without hesitation.

"Then let's go with 'Time Travel'."

Zhou Qing had no objection to this at all.

Anyway, "Time Travel" and "Life Events" are both low-budget movies with huge box office potential. It doesn't matter which one is filmed first.

"Xiao Liu."

After sending Lu Yang away, Zhou Qing called his assistant over and instructed him to do the work of submitting the application for review and establishing the project.

The fourth film of Zhou Qing Pictures in 15 years has officially started.

"After Wolf Warrior, Zhou Qing Pictures once again launched a new film, Time Travelers, directed by Lu Yang."

"The project of "Time Travel Together" has been approved, and Zhouqing Pictures' return to the field of science fiction films has aroused great expectations."

Given Zhou Qing Pictures' current status in the industry, it is naturally the focus of much attention from the media.

It can be said that every move is being closely watched.

"Time Raiders" was exposed as expected, attracting a lot of attention.

There is no need to say much about director Lu Yang. Since the success of "Maze of the Heart", he has subsequently made many excellent works that have both achieved great success at the box office and in good reputation.

Take his latest film, Go Away Tumor, for example, which was only released more than two months ago.

Naturally, this new film has attracted much attention in the circle.

However, what attracts more attention is actually the theme of "Time Raiders".

The title of this movie seems to be a science fiction movie.

You have to know that films of this theme are generally not well-made in Chinese entertainment.

The most successful examples so far are "Source Code" and "The Witch" directed by Zhou Qing.

Apart from this, there is no other case worth mentioning.

This ironclad fact proves that not just anyone can make a good science fiction film.

Under such circumstances, is Zhou Qing Pictures going to release another science fiction film?
The script was also written by Director Zhou!
This team is reliable no matter how you look at it.

After all, Director Zhou’s scripts have never been bad.

look forward to!
The industry is looking forward to the science fiction film "Time Raiders" more than ever before.

"Director Lu!"

"Director Lu!"

All the actors, big and small, contacted Lu Yang as soon as possible.

I hope to get a similar role in "Time Travelers" and take off with Zhou Qing Film's fast train.

It’s just a pity that the heroine of “Super Time Cohabitation”, Lu Yang, has been decided long ago.

Who?
Zhao Liying is not Liu Yifei.

Given Liu Yifei's current position in the industry, it would be a bit inappropriate for her to take on a low-budget film like "Time Raiders".

What's more, Liu Yifei herself doesn't fit well with the heroine.

Zhao Liying is undoubtedly more suitable.

As for the male lead, Zhou Qing Pictures doesn't have any suitable candidate, so just let Lu Yang take his time to audition.

Zhou Qing was too lazy to ask about such "small matters".

Anyway, with Lu Yang's ability, these things are not a big deal at all.

He handed over all matters to the producer and Lu Yang, and began to devote himself to the post-production of "Dying to Survive".

"Director Zhou, Director Jiaozi is here."

On September 9, Director Chen brought Jiaozi, the future director of Ne Zha (Ne Zha).

He had already met and communicated with Jiaozi during this period, and the situation went much more smoothly than expected.

Although Director Jiaozi was highly regarded by Director Zhou, he has only made two animated short films in his career so far, nothing else.

But Jiaozi has always dreamed of making an animated film.

Especially the success of "The Return of the Great Sage", it would be a lie to say that it didn't stimulate Jiaozi.

Jiaozi felt even more angry.

In this situation, Zhou Qing Pictures, the top boss in the industry, extended an olive branch. Wasn't it a perfect match?

The two sides had a very pleasant chat.

The initial intention of cooperation has actually been reached, but when it comes to the specific details of how to cooperate, it is no longer up to Director Chen to decide.

Zhou Qing needs to personally check it.

"I see."

After hearing Director Chen's report, Zhou Qing temporarily stopped the work at hand and went to the reception room to meet Jiaozi.

"Director Zhou."

"Director Xu."

When Jiaozi saw Zhou Qing, he behaved very politely, even a little reserved.

There is no other reason. The gap between his current rank and Zhou Qing’s is really too huge.

Zhou Qing is already the top director in Chinese entertainment industry, and he can be considered a big director even internationally.

But what about him?
At best, he can only be considered a short film animation director.

Even though the two short films he produced received a lot of praise and won many awards, they are still just short films after all.

There is no comparison between short films and full-length movies.

That is why Jiaozi was so surprised when he learned that Zhou Qing Pictures wanted to invest in him.

Like other new directors supported by Zhou Qing, he felt like he had been hit by a pie in the sky and couldn't believe it for a moment.

"Director Yang, I've seen your film 'Hit, Hit a Big Watermelon'. It's very good. I can tell you're a very talented director."

After a brief greeting between the two parties, Zhou Qing spoke first, giving Jiaozi a wave of commercial praise.

"Director Zhou, you are overpraising me. Compared to you, Director Zhou, I am still just a student and I still have a lot to learn."

Jiaozi hurriedly waved his hands to be modest, and it was absolutely sincere.

In fact, he was quite satisfied with his two short films, especially "Hit a Big Watermelon", which was Jiaozi's masterpiece.

But Jiaozi still has his own limitations. He is really far behind Zhou Qing.

“Learning from each other is an endless process”, which is especially applicable to our industry.

Zhou Qing smiled, then straightened his face and started talking about business with Jiaozi.

"Director Chen has already told me that Director Yang, you have a specific creative idea. Tell me about it."

Zhou Qing pretended to listen with great interest.

"Director Zhou, to be honest, I have always had an idea to make a big movie about Nezha."

"But it's not the traditional Nezha, but a bold and even subversive adaptation like The Return of the Great Sage."

Speaking of creation, Jiaozi was no longer sleepy and started talking in front of Zhou Qing fluently.

At that moment, his whole body seemed to be shining.

"Director Zhou, what do you think?"

It was not until twenty minutes later when Jiaozi finished speaking that he looked at Zhou Qing anxiously.

Director Zhou is one of the top directors and screenwriters in the industry, but Jiaozi has no confidence at all that his story can impress Director Zhou.

"Just follow your idea. I'll invest in your movie."

But then, Jiaozi got the following reply from Zhou Qing.

Jiaozi immediately became excited and almost slapped his thigh. (End of this chapter)