Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

Chapter 413 Zhou Qing's new film "Operation Red Sea" starts "Mojin: The Lost Tomb"

"Okay, go and do your work."

After further communication on other related matters, Zhou Qing sent Director Chen away.

As for himself?
We started to formulate a full-year plan for 16.

The first thing, naturally, is the script of "Maze Runner 2", which needs no further explanation.

Director Yang has already reported this to Zhou Qing, and the project of "Maze Runner 2" has already started.

Zhou Qing needs to write the script as soon as possible, otherwise it will be too late.

And only after that will Zhou Qing Pictures start to produce movies.

So what kind of movies does Zhou Qing Pictures need to produce this year?

It’s very simple. First of all, Wang Baoqiang’s “Journey to India” must be filmed.

Zhou Qingdu has already written the script for this film, and Wang Baoqiang has also made a lot of preparations for it.

The preliminary preparations have been almost completed, so it is only natural that the film will be filmed seriously this year.

In the original time and space, the film only scored 3.7 points on a certain platform, but it still managed to earn a high box office of 7.5 million yuan.

The script was written by Zhou Qing himself, and Wang Baoqiang also went to the set for training.

Zhou Qing believes that the quality of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons 2" produced by his company will be much better than the original work.

You know, Wang Baoqiang also has a talent for directing!

After the tempering of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons", wasn't his second work "Octagonal Cage" filmed quite well?
Therefore, considering all these circumstances, Zhou Qing still has a very optimistic attitude towards "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons 2".

There are also two directors under his own company.

Of course, Wu Jing was talking about "Wolf Warrior". Although the film has been shot for quite some time, it will still take a longer time to complete.

It may not be completed in the first half of this year.

So Wu Jing’s task this year must be "Wolf Warrior".

Where is Luyang?
Zhou Qing had prepared two books for him before, one was "Time and Space Cohabitation" and the other was "Major Events in Life".

Now that "Time Traveler" has been completed, of course we will start filming "Life Events" this year.

"Old Zhu should be very excited now, right?"

Thinking of this, Zhou Qing couldn't help but shook his head and laughed out loud.

Zhou Qing was planning to let Zhu Yawen play the leading role in "Life Events".

The box office of this movie "Life Events" in the original time and space reached 17 billion!
So if nothing unexpected happens, Zhu Yawen will also have a movie that truly makes 10 billion yuan at the box office.

Unlike the supporting role in "Life of Pi", this is a work in which he truly takes the lead.

Of course, Huang Bo can also handle the role of the male lead in "Life Events" without any problem.

However, Zhou Qing had already made other arrangements as for Huang Bo's words.

What arrangement?
"Mojin: The Lost Tomb"!

Zhou Qing also included this movie in this year's film plan.

Huang Bo’s performance as Fatty Wang in the original work was pretty good, and since Zhou Qing is an artist under his own company, there is certainly no way he would replace him.

As for the director, Zhou Qing had already made plans. He would ask Wu Ershan to shoot "Mojin: The Lost Tomb" and he would not interfere.

Because Zhou Qing’s new film has also been confirmed: "Operation Red Sea".

That’s right, Zhou Qing plans to film “Operation Red Sea” this year.

Firstly, a big-budget blockbuster like "Operation Red Sea" which grossed 36.52 billion yuan is exactly the kind of film that fits Zhou Qing's status as "the No. director in Chinese entertainment."

Secondly, in the original time and space, Lin Chaoxian finished filming "Operation Mekong" and then filmed "Operation Red Sea". If he didn't shoot it later, it would be too late.

Zhou Qing didn't want to miss this super hit military-themed movie.

So after much thought, I decided to just shoot it this year, otherwise it would be a real shame.

You should know that Zhou Qing has filmed various types of movies since his debut.

But a military war blockbuster like "Operation Red Sea" has never been attempted before.

"Ok, deal."

After careful thought and consideration, Zhou Qing finalized the 16-year annual plan for Zhou Qing Pictures.

Including "Operation Red Sea" directed by himself, there are also "Journey to India", "Mojin: The Last Dragon", "Life Events", and Wu Jing's "Wolf Warrior", a total of 5 movies.

Consider these movies carefully, among which "Operation Red Sea" and "Mojin: The Lost Legend" need to be launched as soon as possible.

As for the former, because the subject matter is rather special, it may take some effort just to pass the review.

In addition, the preparation of this kind of war and military-themed film is indeed a bit troublesome, so you have to prepare early.

There is also the issue of the actors’ schedules.

You should know that Zhou Qing also planned to let Zhu Yawen play the leading role in "Operation Red Sea".

Zhu Yawen’s image has always been masculine and manly. In the original time and space, he was marketed as a "walking hormone", so it was perfect for him to play this kind of soldier.

He is the perfect choice for the male lead in "Operation Red Sea".

Even in Zhou Qing's opinion, Zhu Yawen is more suitable than Zhang Yi in the original work.

Zhang Yi is certainly a good actor, and has also played roles such as soldiers and police officers.

But frankly speaking, the special forces soldier he played was a little lacking in flavor.

It’s not a problem of acting, but Zhang Yi’s temperament is not so suitable.

At least not as suitable as Zhu Yawen.

So it was only natural to let Zhu Yawen star in "Operation Red Sea".

In addition, Zhou Qing has also booked Zhu Yawen as the male lead in "Life Events", so the filming of "Operation Red Sea" has to start earlier.

Otherwise, it would be a bit difficult to catch up.

As for the other "Mojin: The Lost Tomb", it's purely because this kind of fantasy visual effects blockbuster is naturally more troublesome, and the preparation period is definitely not short.

So we have to start early.

"Xiao Liu."

After making the decision, Zhou Qing didn't say anything and immediately called his assistant over.

To carry out the project establishment and review work of "Mojin: The Lost Legend", and to contact the director Wu Ershan.

As for "Operation Red Sea", Zhou Qing plans to go to China Film Corporation and talk to La Peikang in person.

There was no other way. The subject matter of this film was really sensitive, so Zhou Qing had to use his connections.

Of course, before that, Zhou Qing needs to complete the script of "Operation Red Sea" first.

When the time comes, you can just take the script to La Peikang and discuss it later.

So right now, Zhou Qing's work arrangements are quite clear:
First complete the script for "Maze Runner 2", then complete the script for "Operation Red Sea".

During this period, the production of "Mojin: The Lost Tomb" was also fully launched.

For example, there is no rush for Wang Baoqiang's "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" and Lu Yang's "Life Events", and they can be postponed for the time being.

Especially Lu Yang's "Life Events", firstly, we have to wait until Zhu Yawen finishes filming "Operation Red Sea", and secondly, Lu Yang's "Time Raiders" has not been released yet, so we have to wait until the second half of the year.

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In this way, Zhou Qing started his keyboarding career again.

In addition to some daily work, I write scripts every day.

The original script of "Maze Runner 2" was not very good, and there were many areas that Zhou Qing needed to optimize.

In addition, this is a movie adapted from a novel, and Zhou Qing cannot deviate from the framework of the original novel.

It would take even more energy. According to Zhou Qing's estimate, it would take 15 days to complete the entire script.

"Director Zhou, are you really determined to have me direct Mojin: The Lost Legend?"

After receiving the notice, Wu Ershan came to Zhou Qing Pictures immediately. He was so excited that he could hardly sit still.

This is the top IP "Ghost Blows Out the Light".

Even in today's era when IP is very popular, it is the IP among IPs, the fighter among IPs!
It cannot be said to be the first IP, but it is definitely a super IP at the top of the pyramid.

Since the advent of the IP era, this novel has been one of the most popular novels to be adapted. I wonder how many fans are looking forward to its film and television adaptation.

Countless investors have long been eyeing this big piece of cake, eager to get involved in the operation.

However, the adaptation rights of "Ghost Blows Out the Light" have always been in Zhou Qing's hands, leaving others with only envy.

Especially last year, Zhou Qing revealed at the launch conference of "Dying to Survive" that he was planning to remake "Ghost Blows Out the Light", which made his colleagues in the industry sigh with regret.

There is no hope!

Given the size of Zhou Qing Pictures and Director Zhou’s level, how can anyone else compete?
I can't play it.

Wu Ershan really never expected that things would take such a big turn.

Director Zhou actually didn't plan to direct the film himself, but instead invited Wu Ershan to be the director!
A blessing from heaven!

This is truly a blessing from heaven.

"Your "Painted Skin 2" was well shot, so it's just right for you to shoot "Ghost Blows Out the Light"."

Zhou Qing nodded and gave an affirmative answer.

Hi.

Wu Ershan was immediately excited.

You have to know that a project of the level of "Ghost Blows Out the Light" is definitely the top project in the industry, and not just any director is qualified to direct it.

That would definitely be an enormous bonus for Wuershan.

Wu Ershan has already filmed "Painted Skin 2" before. If he finishes filming "Ghost Blows Out the Light", he will definitely become a well-deserved great director.

If that happens, wouldn't my "Fengshen" trilogy be able to be launched smoothly?

That’s right, Wu Ershan has actually been tinkering with his own “Fengshen” recently.

Ever since the hit movie "Painted Skin 2", Wu Ershan had this idea in mind and soon put it into action.

However, things did not go smoothly.

There is no other reason. The investment in the "Fengshen" trilogy is really too huge, and no one in the circle dares to invest.

After all, Wu Ershancai only has one successful work, "Painted Skin 2".

Even if "Painted Skin 2" is a huge hit, it is not enough to make investors bleed so much.

But what if I had another successful work like "Ghost Blows Out the Light"?

Wu Ershan felt that he saw hope.

"I have completed the script for 'Mojin: The Lost Legend'. If you have nothing else to do, I hope you can join this project as soon as possible."

Zhou Qing spoke to Wu Ershan in a serious tone again.

"Director Zhou, I have no problem."

Wu Ershan immediately said to Zhou Qing with a solemn oath.

He has made the decision to put "Fengshen" on hold for the time being, as the project has already reached a deadlock.

There is no hope of any progress in the short term.

Then you might as well shoot "Mojin: The Last Dragon" first to add another chapter to your resume.

When the time comes to operate "Fengshen", there will probably be no major problems.

"Okay then. Director Chen will contact you regarding the follow-up matters."

Zhou Qing communicated with Wu Ershan for a few more words before sending him to Director Chen.

All the preparatory work for "The Mojin" began to proceed in an orderly manner.

As for Zhou Qing?

He did not pay much attention to the matter of "Mojin: The Last Dragon", but continued to work on the script of "Maze Runner 2".

"The Mojin: The Lost Legend, adapted from Ghost Blows Out the Light, has been approved. Director Zhou Qing gave up directing the film and director Wu Ershan took over."

"Zhou Qing Pictures has launched a new film, Mojin: The Lost Tomb, which is adapted from Ghost Blows Out the Light and directed by Zhou Qing."

"The movie of Ghost Blows Out the Light has started, director Zhou Qing has withdrawn, and Wu Ershan, the director of Painted Skin 2, will be the new director."

More than half of the script was written, and as expected, "Mojin: The Lost Tomb" was exposed.

It immediately became a hot topic and the whole circle suddenly became lively.

Has Zhou Qing Pictures finally started producing the top IP "Ghost Blows Out the Light"?

I've finally waited for this day!
Due to the subject matter, the difficulty of producing "Ghost Blows Out the Light" is obvious to the entire industry.

Everyone agreed that the most reliable option would be to have Zhou Qing Pictures produce it.

After all, the facts are there: there are no bad movies produced by Zhou Qing Pictures.

Especially the films directed by Director Zhou himself, each one is a masterpiece.

It has been mentioned before that the director most likely to adapt "Ghost Blows Out the Light" is Zhou Qing.

Especially when Zhou Qing revealed last year that he planned to adapt "Ghost Blows Out the Light", fans were as happy as if it were Chinese New Year.

Just waiting for this day to come.

Have you finally waited until now for this day?
"Why isn't it directed by Director Zhou?"

"Why did Director Zhou quit? You can't do this!"

"Director Zhou, please come back!"

But what’s annoying is that the director has changed and it’s no longer Zhou Qing.

This really made the fans of "Ghost Blows Out the Light" sigh with regret.

Fortunately, even if Zhou Qing is no longer the director, at least the screenwriter is Zhou Qing.

This is a huge comfort.

After all, in addition to being the "No. 1 Director in Chinese Entertainment," Zhou Qing is also the "No. 1 Screenwriter in Chinese Entertainment."

Since Director Zhou wrote the script himself, at least the quality of the script is guaranteed.

If we can find another reliable director, we can still look forward to this "Mojin: The Lost Legend".

So the question is, is Wuershan reliable?
Well, judging from "Painted Skin 2", it is actually reliable.

Although the style of "Painted Skin 2" is quite different from that of "Painted Skin", it has to be said that it is also a masterpiece.

Speaking of "Mojin: The Lost Legend", it is also another collaboration between Zhou Qing and Wu Ershan after "Painted Skin 2".

Overall, it's worth looking forward to!

“Although Director Zhou is not a director, Wu Ershan is also okay.”

"You have to trust Director Zhou's judgment. Since Director Zhou has chosen Wu Ershan, it means Wu Ershan is a good person!"

"Director Zhou as screenwriter + Wu Ershan as director, this lineup is great!"

Overall, although there are some controversies, the behind-the-scenes team of "Mojin: The Last Dragon" has still aroused widespread expectations.

(End of this chapter)