Japanese Entertainment: From special effects actor to action superstar

Chapter 562 contributes a little to the box office.

After its first week, the box office revenue settled at 3.4 billion yen.

This means that the ration revenue reached more than 1.7 billion yen.

Although Gu Ming hadn't received the money yet, he still donated a sum of money to the Killing Array Masters Association in advance, witnessed by the media. Although it was a non-governmental association, he had actually received a sum of money for activities, which would allow him to do quite a lot.

For Gu Ming, it was a rare opportunity to take a break. He heard that Baichuan Ocean Fishing Company had given him a yacht. Although it wasn't a large yacht that could carry hundreds or thousands of people, it was still perfectly adequate for a few people to go on a short trip in the near sea.

After a short rest, Gu Ming took his family and friends out to sea to relax and find some peace and quiet.

However, while Gu Ming found peace, the others did not.

With a box office of 3.4 billion yen in its opening week, it's hard to remain calm about such a figure.

The most excited person was of course Shigeru Okada.

Based on this figure, the final box office result could very well reach the level of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial!

"How can a foreign film be crowned the highest-grossing film in Japanese film history? Shouldn't it be our own film?"

Okada Shigeru also hardened his heart and gave specific instructions to his subordinates.

Make sure to promote the film to the highest standards, and don't skimp on screenings; in short, ensure that audiences can buy tickets anytime!

Even if the copying is delayed, it doesn't matter; he's determined to fight the aliens!
The highest-grossing film in a country's history must be a film from that country!

Therefore, for this goal, he wanted everyone to watch Onimusha.

If you don't watch this, you're not Japanese!
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If you don't watch this, you're not Japanese!
In Hokkaido, at Inaba Ranch, Mr. Inaba Nao, a long-time fan, sent this message to his family and friends at the ranch.

You absolutely have to go see it!

Despite his busy schedule, Akira Furuya sent him a special movie ticket from Tokyo, inviting him to participate in a live version of the film with actors.

Although he didn't attend, he truly appreciated the sentiment.

And speaking of which—after the film was released, Gu Ming even thanked Inaba Ranch in an interview.

Nano Inaba originally planned to sell the ranch because the profitability was not ideal, but now that the profitability has recovered, the ranch can be successfully retained.

This is all thanks to Akira Furuya, so he not only watches the film himself, but also recommends it to his friends and family.

How could a foreign film take the top spot at the Japanese box office?!
If you don't watch this, you're not Japanese!
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I'm Japanese, so I won't watch it!

That's what Wan Gu'ao thought.

After taking out a loan of 40 million, the company's business seemed to improve considerably, and the group was able to smile again.

However, Honda Ishiro's expression was not so happy.

Godzilla was reset; instead of contacting him, they contacted the Bishamonten studio.

I heard that the remake of Godzilla has been filmed and will be released on a suitable date soon.

The director isn't looking for him anymore!

Annoyed!

Wan Gu'ao was even more annoyed than him.

So much so that Honda Ishiro had to ask a few more questions.

What's wrong with you now?

"Don't even mention it, it's a long story." Wan Guo'ao said with mixed feelings, "When I got home yesterday, I found that my good-for-nothing son was discussing the plot of 'Onimusha' with his classmates! He was even talking about time travel and stuff. That bastard, he actually went to watch that kind of movie and told me that the movie was good. How could I listen to that! I beat him up and locked him up so he wouldn't be allowed to go out!"

I give Honda Ishiro a thumbs up.

Well played!
As for what Wan Gu'ao's son, Wan Gu Yifu, is thinking now, only he himself knows.

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Great shot!
Although the film has not yet been released overseas, it has been successfully screened in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and 4V regions. As for the English and other language versions, they are still in production.

After watching this film, Bigdick, an ordinary-looking young man from New Zealand, couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

Time travel and the mutual influence of space—while such a concept is common in science fiction novels, it is absolutely groundbreaking in film history.

Even someone as well-versed in films as Bigdick would have to give him a high compliment at this point.

Great shot!
As a film enthusiast, Bigdick also followed the example of Japan and started a fan club in Australia and New Zealand.

Early this morning, Bigdick arrived with a tape, ready to host a movie screening. The so-called screening was basically a group of Aussie and New Zealand film enthusiasts getting together, eating chips, drinking cola and beer, and then watching a movie in a lively atmosphere.

The tape Bigdick is holding contains interviews with the director and actors, who talk about many things that happened during filming.

If the film is released on videotape after its theatrical run, this interview portion will be edited into the film, known as the 'commentary version,' which is a popular type of videotape. Many film fans buy such videotapes with commentary as collectibles after watching their favorite movies.

The time travel element, the film's setting—every explanation captivated these moviegoers.

What to say.

That's a really good shot!
Bigdick, who had been lying on the sofa, suddenly jumped up.

"I've made up my mind!" he suddenly shouted. "I have to go to Japan before the New Year! I want to see that Demon King's Castle, the place where the Eight Dog Warriors of Satomi fought, the place where the Oni Warriors killed Lord Nobunaga, and of course, that ship! Damn it, I have to see that ship!"

This was followed by a chorus of agreement.

Go! You must go!
I'm going to Japan and I'm going to see the live version at the cinema!

I heard you can even see the actors come on stage and interact with them!
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It was through such concerted efforts that Gu Ming returned from the sea.

The box office revenue has reached five billion, but whether it can reach the level of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, only God knows.

Just a few minutes after returning to Yokohama Port, Tanaka came to greet him.

"Brother Gugu, someone overseas is looking for you."

Gu Ming instantly adjusted his expression.

overseas.

Which overseas?

“America,” Tanaka said. “It’s that director in the garage.”

"You mean that bearded guy?"

As soon as he said that, Gu Ming knew it must be George Lucas.

Yes, they also started in a garage, but their achievements are limitless.

Star Wars is a classic.

Although Gu Ming has never seen any of them, that doesn't stop Americans from liking Star Wars.

If a person could make a movie of Star Wars caliber in their lifetime, they could say they could die without regrets.

Gu Ming temporarily left the others behind and rushed to the nearest place with a telephone to communicate with George Lucas.

Unexpected.

George Lucas on the other end of the phone wasn't watching a movie.

In fact, because the film hasn't been released overseas yet, even filmmakers like George Lucas only know that the film exists; they haven't seen any actual filming. Its progress is much slower than in major box office markets like Australia and New Zealand.

"A movie? Oh... I heard it's going to be released in the US, of course I'll go see it."

Gu Ming felt that this was probably more of a polite formality.

After the pleasantries, George Lucas got down to business: "Well, a friend of mine wants to meet you. He's a film producer, and I'm giving you his contact information now. If you're interested, I can also give him your contact information."

Foreign producer.

Gu Ming really needs to think about this.

Of course he could agree to such a thing.

Only after receiving a definite answer did George Lucas respond.

"I'll pass that on to him. Also, when was that movie you just mentioned released in the US?"

"October," Gu Ming said. "It will be released in the United States in October, but it has already been shown in Australia and New Zealand. If you are interested, I can send you a videotape."

George Lucas smiled and said, "Thanks, but I still want to see the live version in the theater. Don't worry, I have a habit of watching movies regularly, and I will definitely go to my friend's movie."

After a few casual words, Gu Ming hung up the phone and secretly shook his head.

Whether he will actually go or not is hard to say; it might just be a matter of social etiquette.

It was this phone number that caught Gu Ming's attention.

He casually flipped open the note he had just written down; the other person's name was written on it.

Joyce, an American film producer.

(End of this chapter)