I was just thinking about taking the arts exam and you said I've been playing supporting roles

Chapter 279 I wanted to approach you as an ordinary person

Chapter 279 I wanted to approach you as an ordinary person...

“Life events!”

Chen Jin said this softly, and Liu Dehua revealed a look of realization: "Has the premiere date for Director Tian Zhuangzhuang's new film been set?"

"Well, on the evening of the 1st?"

“The second day of the opening ceremony!”

This was all decided by Lao Tian. In Lao Ma's words, the premiere of the films shortlisted for the main competition unit of Venice is very crucial, especially the first two days.

Needless to say, the opening ceremony film has special significance and can bring more opportunities for the promotion of the film.

The price is of course the highest, and it is generally used to promote commercial films; the main competition will not occupy this time slot.

Too expensive!

But the next day is the "battlefield day" for many films in the main competition units, especially those competing for awards.

Because on this day, the audience and the media are most interested, it can attract more attention and exposure, and it can have a day of promotion to let more people know about the film; the popularity of the film will still have a certain reference for the final jury vote.

In fact, many times, big hits are born on this day.

Although some hits are bound to die, popular films can basically win awards.

From a probabilistic perspective, popular films win awards more often than the inevitable ones; for example, "Brokeback Mountain", "Qiu Ju Goes to Court", and the future "Joker" and "Roma" have actually become super popular right after their premieres.

Many media outlets predicted that he would win the grand prize, and in the end... he did.

Unexpected upsets happen all the time, but truly awesome movies will have the last laugh based on their strength.

Therefore, on the second day of the opening ceremony, many film producers who are confident in their films will give it a try; even if they don’t win any awards in the end, if there is some popularity, it will be good for the film’s publicity and box office.

Swish!Swish!Swish!
Sure enough, as soon as Chen Jin finished talking about the premiere date, everyone, including Cheng Xiaodong and the few people sitting there, raised their heads in unison.

They all knew the movie "Life Events", and the director Tian Zhuangzhuang was also aware of it, but many people did not take it seriously; after all, Lao Tian had been away from the world for a long time, and he was not as famous as Zhang Yimou.

But it will be released on the evening of the 1st, which is ambitious.

This requires not only the director's confidence, but also the support of the film crew.

"It seems that Director Tian is very confident in this movie!"

Andy Lau was smiling there. The premiere of "A Simple Life" was scheduled to be at the end, and he was also one of the producers.

As a commercial film, "Legend of White Snake" was only scheduled for screening on the 2nd, so Jet Li's partner, who was also his agent Cui Baozhu, who was sitting there, smiled gently.

No one expected that such an overlooked film might become a dark horse?

The screenings a few days ago were not possible just by having money. It depended on the arrangements of the organizers and curators. They required connections and internal approval to be allowed.

"I hope Brother Jie, Brother Hua, Sister Shengyi... can come and watch the movie!"

Chen Jin was speaking politely, and Hua Huazai had already answered for Jet Li: "Of course, we will definitely support Chinese-language films!"

“It’s rare to have so many Chinese-language films nominated this year!”

Liu Dehua was indeed good at saying polite words, and he patted Chen Jin's shoulder with a smile.

Jet Li beside him also nodded and grinned: "I really didn't pay much attention to it before, I will definitely come when I have time!"

With Cui Baozhu's popularization, Yangzi and Huang Shengyi obviously also understood the significance of the premiere on the 1st.

The two people looked at Chen Jin with slightly different eyes, especially Yangzi. This guy was born to love making friends. He had more than 4000 phone numbers in his mobile phone. In his words, he basically remembered everyone's name and number.

In the future, we will have 7 mobile phones and 7 WeChat accounts, which is very abstract.

This guy is actually quite popular in the circle because he has a stretched Hummer, and anyone in the circle who wants to get married will ask him to borrow it, and they don't have to pay.

You can also borrow Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini and other cars.

Although he didn't have much money, his elder brother and mother were very kind to him, and he was like a young master from a wealthy family.

Making friends means expanding your circle of friends and connections, which is what he calls the way of doing business.

So he hooked his arm around Chen Jin's shoulder and exchanged contact information. Chen Jin even laughed a little. This guy acted like a domineering president at the beginning, but now he acts like a nouveau riche.

Among this group of people, Cui Baozhu is actually the most senior one.

Hong Kong's gold medal producer and veteran filmmaker.

He has been engaged in film and television creation for many years and has rich experience in film preparation and shooting. He has directed "The Three Heroes of the Wind and Dust" and has now retired behind the scenes as a producer.

She was responsible for planning and producing "Once Upon a Time in China", "Bodyguard from Beijing" and all of Jet Li's films, as well as "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", "Kung Fu", "CJ7" and other films.

Without her support, Jet Li would have hardly made it to Hollywood, let alone Hong Kong.

Stephen Chow offended the Hong Kong circle, and it was she who arranged the mainland cooperation.

"Young man, let's have a chance to work together!"

Cui Baozhu wears glasses and looks like a cleaning lady. She has no makeup on and looks very simple. She also looks kind. If you don’t know her, you would really think she is the wife of a director, or an unrelated old lady.

But it was really her who was in charge of the production of "Legend of White Snake", and she was the only one who could invite Jet Li.

"Okay, Sister Baozhu!"

Chen Jin shook hands with him. Cui Baozhu smoothed his short hair. His eyes were sharp. He probably asked about something with his phone just now. Now he knew everything. "Are you the screenwriter and producer of Director Tian's movie?"

"Yep!"

Chen Jin had nothing to hide, and many people could see his name after the premiere.

Screenwriter, producer, and starring actor!
"..."

Obviously, not only Jet Li, but also Andy Lau and others were completely stunned at this.

It's just wave after wave.

The premiere date had already become a dark horse, and this investor was actually standing in front of them, looking so humble and youthful.

Just being the lead actor has completely different meanings from having so many titles.

It can even be said that this is a film that Chen Jin invested in and shot for himself, but he hired Tian Zhuangzhuang as the director; it is completely different from Zhang Yimou's "Jinling".

"I told you, this brother Chen Jin is incredible at first glance!"

Yangzi was laughing beside him, and Huang Shengyi was also amazed: "Too low-key, I thought you were just the leading male role!"

"almost!"

Chen Jin could feel the different attitudes of the people around him towards him.

He originally wanted to keep a low profile and wait until the premiere to meet them in a different capacity, but he didn't expect that old lady Cui Baozhu had such a wide network of contacts.

Just a few pieces of information provided all the information.

"Let's get on the plane first!"

“Let’s talk after we get on the plane!”

As Cui Baozhu was speaking, everyone immediately walked towards the aisle of the first-class cabin.

In China, people may be divided into several factions, but when they go abroad, Chinese-language filmmakers will definitely stick together, there is no doubt about that, except for those specialty directors who have been bought off by Europe and Hollywood.

It was quite a coincidence that Chen Jin's position was right next to Cui Baozhu.

“Have you sold the overseas distribution rights for the film?”

After Cui Baozhu put away his luggage, he asked.

"It's sold in Europe, and MK2 came to see the film in advance!"

"No wonder..."

Cui Baozhu smiled brightly: "I wonder how we can get the premiere on the 1st. Was it arranged by MK2?"

"I don't know, Director Tian is in charge of everything, I just need to get there!"

"Ha ha!"

Cui Baozhu felt more and more that the young man in front of him was not simple.

Really, there was a feeling in it that she couldn't see through.

Back then, Jet Li came to Hong Kong like a young man and signed a contract with Golden Harvest. After five years, he wanted to be independent, but Golden Harvest refused to let him go.

Not only that, but he has not yet received the remuneration for the three films in the "Huang Feihong" series, and even the compensation for the filming of "A Man Should Be Self-reliant" has not been negotiated.

Unwilling to suffer humiliation, Jet Li listened to the advice of his good friend Cai Ziming and caused a sensational "strike" incident... What company was Golden Harvest at the time?
It is no exaggeration to say that Hong Kong has absolute power.

A few days later, Cai Ziming was shot to death; with no other options left, Jet Li called Cui Baozhu.

Cui Baozhu then opened Zhengdong Pictures with him. Several movies produced by Zhengdong were super hits and were even promoted to Hollywood.

At that time, no one knew that Jet Li also had shares in this company, and everyone just thought it was Cui Baozhu's work. So this woman was quite extraordinary.

"Have you ever practiced martial arts?"

Cui Baozhu looked at Chen Jin's knuckles and body shape. Chen Jin thought for a moment and hummed, "Yes, I've practiced before!"

"Then why not consider making some action movies?"

"You can consider it. Maybe there will be opportunities for cooperation in the future!"

How do you know I'm going to make an action movie next?

Chen Jin actually had this plan.

He has been researching for a long time recently and wants to direct, write and star in his own film. Among the movies he has set his sights on is a very famous Hollywood series - "John Wick"!
Chen Jin wanted to adapt it into a Chinese version.

"Okay, if you consider this, I will definitely call Sister Baozhu!"

Is it that Chen Jin doesn’t want to?

Jet Li’s pay is too high!
Who can afford more than 1 million RMB?

However, it can be used to help Chen Jin open up channels in Hollywood.

"I have seen an actor with excellent acting skills in the mainland before. He also practiced martial arts in Shaolin Temple since he was a child. But this kid has made many art films..."

"Who?"

Why does Chen Jin feel like it's Bao Qiang?

"Wang Baoqiang, you idiot!"

It's really him.

"This kid's talent is wasted, he should be making commercial films!"

"Don't worry, Sister Baozhu!"

Chen Jin suddenly laughed and said, "Although I am not familiar with Baoqiang, his idea should be similar to mine. He wants to win some awards first!"

"maybe!"

"But you are still young, he won't have many years~~~"

"But good acting skills are an advantage in filming. Jet has been thinking about acting for a while. For an actor, even a kung fu actor, acting skills are more important than physical skills. First of all, you have to be an actor!"

Most people really cannot understand what Cui Baozhu said.

But, it is true.

There are many talented action actors in China, why are only a few of them famous? Is it because the images of other action actors are not good?
Actually not.

It's just lack of performance.

You have to be able to fight beautifully and have good acting skills to play the character well; if you can only fight, you are at most a warrior.

Many Hollywood action stars are actually like this.

You have to have acting skills to be able to do a good fight scene.

Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and even the future Master Wu Jing, actually have pretty good acting skills; let alone the young handsome guys, many young actors from professional schools can't compare to them.

He is actually qualified to win the Best Actor award.

Hong Jingbao played a fool when he was young and a big brother when he was old, both of which were remarkable.

Even though Bao Qiang only played a villain in an action movie, Feng Yuxiu became famous. This is the combination of acting skills and physical skills.

Along the way, Chen Jin and Cui Baozhu got along very well.

It was really hard for Jet Li, who was sitting in the front, to imagine that he really didn't take Chen Jin seriously at the beginning. Even the fact that Wen Zhang didn't win the Best Newcomer Award seemed to him like he had some grudge against Chen Jin.

After all, in Jet Li's opinion, Wen Zhang's performance in "Ocean Heaven" made him adopt him as his godson.

He really likes Wen Zhang.

Even in Yang Zi's "Legend of White Snake", Wen Zhang is the second male lead, playing his apprentice, while Jet Li plays Fahai.

Jet Li really has nothing to say about Wen Zhang and has given him all the resources.

But now, Jet Li feels that Wen Zhang’s loss was not unfair.

Cui Baozhu has been working together for many years. This elder sister really has a keen eye. She took a fancy to him back then, and the mainland also took a fancy to Wen Zhang and Wang Baoqiang. Now it seems that she is also optimistic about Chen Jin, otherwise she would not have talked for so long.

"Sister Baozhu, what are you talking about?"

Jet Li suddenly turned his head.

"Let's talk about Kung Fu. Jinzai is very good!"

Cui Baozhu was laughing, but Li Lianjie was surprised. He stood up and looked at Chen Jin: "Have you practiced? Tongzi Kungfu?"

He looked Chen Jin up and down.

"Not really, I'm just interested and practice every day according to the boxing manual and TV!"

"Haha, what kind of boxing is that?"

The journey on the plane was boring, and Jet Li couldn't help but ask.

"Monkey Fist!"

"White Ape Immortal Tongbei!"

Chen Jin demonstrated a few moves, and Li Lianjie laughed even more happily: "There are so many types of boxing, why did you think of practicing this?"

“I worship Sun Wukong!”

"How long have you been practicing every day?"

Jet Li could feel that Chen Jin had a good body shape and movements, and was definitely a good candidate for martial arts training.

“It’s been many years!”

"That can be achieved through action..."

"I also suggest that Jinzi give it a try!"

The three of them chatted and finally brought Liu Dehua and others in. Apart from chatting, they just slept during the whole journey.

After flying for nearly 13 hours, everyone finally arrived in Rome and then transferred to Venice.

But this time, everyone was not on the same flight.

After saying goodbye to everyone one by one, Chen Jin turned on the flight mode of his phone; the biggest gain from this trip was probably adding the contact information of Jet Li, Andy Lau and others, and of course also those of Stephen Chow and Cui Baozhu.

If Chen Jin wants to make it in Hollywood in the future, relying on Jet Li to skip classes is actually a good idea.

In fact, it was thanks to him, Cheng Long, and Chow Yun-fat that Zhang Ziyi was able to gain three major fame in Hollywood.

But actresses are always a little worse.

Ding Ding Ding!
Countless cell phone notifications sounded. Chen Jin was waiting for her luggage when she saw a message from Pu Lun: "You didn't offend Wen Zhang, did you?"

"what's the situation?"

Wen Zhang?

I sent a message to Pu Lun, but he might be sleeping. Chen Jin subconsciously opened his Weibo and took a look.

There are already crazy fans these days.

Chen Jin saw many private messages from Wen Zhang’s fans.

It's just... pretty stupid.

He just won a rookie award, but still some fans came to greet him.

"Wen Zhang is more suitable for this newcomer award than you!"

"Wen Zhang's acting in Ocean Heaven is much better than yours!"

"Give him the award back!"

"..."

Chen Jin just laughed when he saw it.