Director of Photography Department of Huayu

Chapter 108: Crazy about making money? Hardworking Liu Yifei

What did 30 or 40 million US dollars mean in China in 2005?
Zhang Yimou's "Hero" cost $31 million, and "House of Flying Daggers" cost $36 million;
Although Chen Kaige's "The Promise" is said to be a 40 million US dollar blockbuster, its actual cost is actually just over 30 million US dollars.

This is a top-notch production in China, comparable to the best.

Although Han Sanping has always liked big productions, he was shocked when he heard the amount Wu Chen said.

So he asked again, "Are you sure you heard correctly? Is Wu Chen really talking about 30 to 40 million US dollars?"

Gao Chengsheng smiled awkwardly and nodded solemnly: "Mr. Han, that's right. When I first heard this amount, I confirmed it with Director Wu again and again. It is indeed this number."

Han Sanping's mind was filled with confusion: "What on earth is he going to film?"

Gao Chengsheng shook his head: "I'm not sure, Director Wu didn't say it clearly.

But Director Wu said that this is the cost of a B-grade production in Hollywood."

Han Sanping was at a loss whether to laugh or cry when he heard this.

If someone else had said this, he would have criticized him for being too ambitious and then immediately sent him away.

What kind of person is this? He dares to make a big production of two or three hundred million RMB at every turn. Does he really think money is not money?

Do you think you are Zhang Yi or Chen Kai?
But as for Wu Chen, he really couldn't tell for sure.

The other party was able to gain a foothold in Hollywood with just his second movie, and even made over 20 million at the box office with a small budget, and may even hit 30 million US dollars. This is definitely not something that ordinary people can do.

"I'm afraid he won't be able to finish this portion." Han Sanping leaned back in the leather chair and pondered for a moment.

This project is really tempting.

If he goes to negotiate, I believe he will definitely get a share. After all, it is a project of 30 to 40 million US dollars. Unless the seven major Hollywood studios make a move, it will be difficult for some small companies to directly invest in full and let Wu Chen direct it.

After all, if a movie with a budget of 30 or 40 million dollars has any problems, it will be a big problem, and some small production companies may go bankrupt because of it.

But the problem lies with Wu Chen himself.

He is young, gifted and talented, good at making big achievements with small efforts, and his directing skills are indeed strong, but his shortcomings are also obvious. He is too young and has no experience in large-scale productions, which is also crucial.

"No wonder he said he would come later. If he came now without a notebook, I would have a hard time making a decision."

Han Sanping smiled and shook his head. When had he ever been so hesitant? But now, with nothing, he felt a little weak.

Gao Chengsheng stood aside silently. To be honest, when he heard the amount, he thought Wu Chen was joking.

After all, one hundred million is considered a mega-production nowadays, and Wu Chen, who is in his early twenties, wants to make something worth two or three hundred million. This shows his strong confidence in himself.

"Okay, wait until Wu Chen contacts you, then tell me." Han Sanping rubbed his temples. It's better to wait and there's no need to rush.

"Understood, President Han!"

Gao Chengsheng nodded, then thought of something and whispered, "Boss Yu from Bona called again to ask if Li Lianjie's 'Danny the Wolfdog' can be imported?"

When Han Sanping heard this, his face darkened. "Don't worry about it. I'll call him."

Gao Chengsheng saw this and quietly closed the door and left, while Han Sanping picked up the phone and scolded him bluntly:
"Yu Dong, are you crazy about making money now that you've become a famous actress in the Central Film Academy?

Do you know how much trouble the movie poster for "Danny the Wolfdog" caused? He is the "Chinese Kung Fu Emperor", but what does he look like on the poster?

Enslaved, a large foot in a fine leather shoe takes up half the entire poster, stepping on his head, and a heavy collar is worn around his neck. Tell me what this is for, what is it for.

In Bona Chairman's office, Yu Dong's slightly overweight body stood up unconsciously: "Old leader, it's my fault!"

"Hmph, just because you accept the distribution agreement doesn't mean it has to be released. Remember that."

Han Sanping snorted coldly, then thought of Wu Chen's "Buried Alive". "If it's going to be released, it's also shot by Wu Chen. Look at what he shot and what he exposed."

Hearing Han Sanping mention Wu Chen, Yu Dong's thoughts became more active: "Don't worry, old boss, I will push "Danny the Wolfdog" back immediately."

"Hmm!" He treated his old subordinate with some favor, after all, he had been with him for many years. "Old leader, Wu Chen, can you give me some advice? If the investment is not possible, Bona Distribution is still acceptable." Yu Dong chuckled. He knew Han Sanping's appetite. If he could finish it all in one go, it would not be his turn.

The distribution is also good, and relationships are built step by step.

"Well, we'll get to know each other if we have the chance!"

Han Sanping didn't mind this too much. After all, Wu Chen couldn't always cooperate with China Film Group. His partners must be diversified. Cooperating with Bona was also a good choice. After all, they were on his side.

The next day, Xiangshan Film and Television City.

Thick smoke billowed, sounds of battle rang out, and flames spread everywhere. This was the filming scene of the "Battle of Xiangyang", the highlight of "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

Jiangsu and Zhejiang Satellite TV, Jiangsu and Zhejiang Education and Technology Channel and CCTV Channel 1 will jointly shoot and report the event live for one and a half hours.

Wu Chen kept his promise and turned on the computer in the dormitory, staring at the screen.

"What a big scene." Park Song-il and his companions pulled stools and sat nearby like curious babies.

Xiang Zhuo stroked his chin and asked curiously, "What's the plot of this part?"

"It seems that a Mongolian army of 100,000 was besieging Xiangyang City. Guo Jing led his troops to fight. Just as the city was about to fall, Yang Guo and Xiao Longnu came to the rescue. Guo Xiang was saved, and then the Mongolian Emperor Mongke was killed, and Xiangyang was relieved."

Chu Tianshu explained, then looked at Wu Chen, "Brother Chen, why did you specifically watch this live broadcast?"

"Someone shouted."

"Oh~~~" The three of them changed their voices immediately after hearing this. They spoke in unison with a long ending tone, which was full of ridicule.

"Oh, you guys, are you going to watch it or not? If not, go read a book." Wu Chen knocked on the heads of three people before turning around to look at the screen.

You still have to keep your promise.

At this time, CCTV Channel 8 was interviewing the main creative team. After Zhang Jizong, Yu Min, and Huang Xiaoming finished the interviews, it was Liu Yifei's turn.

The camera moved slowly, Huang Xiaoming smiled and waved to the camera, and then the picture switched to the other side, Liu Yifei in white clothes walked slowly, her steps were still light, with the unique elegance of "Little Dragon Girl".

"Senior Sister is out." Park Song-il was the first to shout, and couldn't help but sigh, "This white dress looks so beautiful."

At this time, a reporter from CCTV-8, wearing a light-colored coat, held the microphone and asked Liu Yifei:
"Yifi, you're the youngest creative member of the crew. I see all sorts of wires hanging around the set, and you need to fly around. Do you find it tiring to be hanging on wires for several hours every day?"

Liu Yifei smiled slightly, her tone calm yet lighthearted: "About six or seven hours. It's not hard at all. You'll get used to it. As an actor, you should try your best to cooperate and present the best possible picture."

"Yifi is the only actor here who has never complained about being tired and hard-working. Many people in the crew say they are tired. Of course, the actual situation is tiring, including myself and Director Yu, who occasionally complain about it." At this time, Zhang Jizong couldn't help but add with a smile.

Liu Yifei stuck out her tongue and chuckled, "Producer Zhang, that's not the case. I actually told my classmates about it, but I didn't say it on the set."

Everyone laughed.

Not far behind, Yang Mi's big eyes under her bangs were staring at Liu Yifei, with deep envy in her eyes.

Although they were of similar age, that was not her stage, and she was just an insignificant supporting role in the "Battle of Xiangyang" and did not stand out.

At the same time, in the dormitory, Park Song-il and the other two were discussing.

"No way, with such great pressure every day, I don't think I can handle it."

"I heard from Zhang Jizong that in this version, there are too many shots of Xiaolongnu flying. Because they want to show that ethereal feeling, the scenes that didn't require wire suspension before have been changed to use wire suspension."

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Wu Chen did not respond, but instead thought about the conversation between Liu Yifei and himself.

If he remembered correctly, Liu Yifei had just complained to him jokingly and never mentioned the word "hard work" again.

After the interview, the live broadcast of the "Battle of Xiangyang" officially began. The live broadcast was still mainly focused on the filming process, and the filming was at least fleeting, but Huang Xiaoming's half-squatting in front and Liu Yifei's difficult split dance pose in the back still amazed many people.

It has to be said that Zhang Jizong is indeed a master of hype. He took this opportunity to directly promote the soon-to-be-completed "The Return of the Condor Heroes" to the forefront, making it a hot topic these days.
(End of this chapter)