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Chapter 47: Finished and Returned to China (asking for monthly votes)
domestic.

Many people have their eyes on Tian Zhuangzhuang's script. Many film and television investment companies and brokerage companies in the circle, in addition to wanting to participate in the investment, also want to see if there is a chance for him to perform.

As a senior fifth-generation director, Lao Tian's work after ten years naturally became the focus of attention in the film and television industry.

Old Tian still knows the principle of keeping good things within the family.

Tian Xiaole has his own film and television production company, so investment must come to him first.

The crew used Tian Xiaole's talents, hoping to train some talents for him.

"I've only made one successful commercial film, 'The Maze,' which cost 10 million to produce. You should at least give me 20 million."

It was night in Hollywood, and Tian Xiaole received a call from Lao Tian.

He wanted to quote the production cost of "Hidden in the Dust" as 10 million.

How could Tian Xiaole agree to this? He had great confidence in Tian Zhuangzhuang.

"Twenty million is enough to make a commercial film. This price is too high!"

Tian Zhuangzhuang is not as heartless as Tian Xiaole, and he asked for such a high price.

As an unspoken rule in the film and television industry, once the production costs have been agreed upon and the investment agreement has been signed, the investors will not inquire about how much money is left after the filming is completed.

What investors fear most is the director who goes over budget on filming and keeps asking for money.

"Considering your status and position, this price is not high at all. If they are afraid of losing money, Xiaole Films will cover it all."

[Heart Labyrinth] The overseas copyright fees have been received, and Tian Xiaole now speaks with a lot more confidence.

Don’t be fooled by Feng Xiaogang’s loud voice in the domestic film market, as if the box office is a big deal.

After splitting the profit with the cinema and deducting various taxes, the profit is really not much.

Why have the movies directed by Jia Zhanke never been released in China, and why do investors still invest in him?

The fundamental reason is that the art films he made can be sold at good prices at major film festivals.

It’s much higher than the box office at the release date, and there’s no need to split the profits with the theaters.

His net worth is much higher than that of a worker like Feng Xiaogang.

[Hidden in the Dust] As long as you take it to the film festival, you won’t have to worry about not getting a good price.

"By the way, Old Han mentioned the celebration party for [Heart Maze], what are your thoughts?"

Tian Zhuangzhuang took the initiative to change the subject and obviously accepted Tian Xiaole's proposal.

He is just thin-skinned, not really stupid. If it is a project that is clearly profitable, it is better not to invest if you think the price is too high.

"Let's talk about it when I get back. We're already halfway through filming here."

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The filming set of [Buried Alive].

Jiang Wu's "condition" is getting better and better, but his physical and mental condition is not very good, and he often appears to be in a trance.

Sometimes when Tian Xiaole called him, he either didn't hear him or reacted extremely violently.

If we can maintain this state, the shooting time may be shortened.

As if he could hear Tian Xiaole's thoughts, Jiang Wu in the coffin had a pale face, his eyes were frighteningly white, his eyelids drooped, and he looked very listless.

The shooting progress has entered the later stages of the scenes.

Through the phone, the FBI kept giving Jiang Wu hope, but he was disappointed and fooled time and time again.

My spirit is almost pushed to the brink of collapse.

He picked up his phone and left a message for his wife, saying many goodbyes.

The coffin began to leak sand, and Jiang Wu was completely desperate.

In that small space, you feel like you can't get any response from the heavens or the earth.

Only those who have truly experienced despair can feel this.

Through the camera lens, Tian Xiaole saw that Jiang Wu's eyes were bloodshot and sand was occasionally in his mouth.

When he accepted death calmly, he received a call of hope.

We've found his location, let's hold on a little longer.

He was repeatedly warned on the phone not to record the video and post it online, as terrorists were monitoring his phone at all times.

Another piece of the coffin lid broke, and the sand flowed down faster.

Even after Jiang Wu was buried, he was not rescued and was deceived by the FBI from beginning to end.

He is a Chinese Runren, who would care about his life or death? How could they spend taxpayers' money to save him?
Repeated comfort only helped to calm him down.

It’s just to prevent him from posting his experience online.

The image of the US military as being invincible in Syria has been exaggerated for the US, creating a "smear campaign".

“Click.

Quickly rescue the person."

Tian Xiaole shouted anxiously.

Jiang Wu was helped out by the staff. His legs were weak and he couldn't even stand steadily.

My whole body was soaked with sweat, as if I had been fished out of the water.

"Xiao Le, if I don't win the Best Actor award this time, I will definitely beat you up."

Jiang Wu threatened weakly, feeling completely betrayed by Tian Xiaole.

"Uncle Wu, check your body first."

Tian Xiaole smiled, revealing his big white teeth.

Medical staff rushed forward and gave Jiang Wu a full body check to ensure that he was not injured.

As for psychological damage, you need a psychologist.

Soon, the test results came back. Because he'd been holding his breath for too long, his heart and lungs had developed problems and he needed oxygen. So, filming was suspended and the crew took a day off.

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"Tian Xiaole, the 23-year-old winner of the Grand Prix at Cannes, is filming his new movie in Hollywood. The entire production features only one coffin and one actor!"

The media in Hollywood reported on Tian Xiaole's filming of "Buried Alive".

Now there are more curious people, and more people wandering outside the set.

Everyone is curious about how this talented director came up with this novel shooting method.

In order to prevent being secretly photographed, Tian Xiaole hired a few more security guards to patrol the area non-stop.

Jiang Wu only rested for one day and then asked to continue filming.

Take advantage of your good “condition” and finish the shoot in one go.

"Uncle Wu, considering your current mental state, if I don't give you the Silver Bear for Best Actor, there must be something fishy going on."

Tian Xiaole smiled and encouraged the depressed Jiang Wu.

The older generation of directors and actors are very eager for awards, whether at home or abroad.

It can reach the level of insanity.

A typical domestic director is Feng Xiaogang, who is willing to lick the Golden Rooster to win awards.

The most typical example from abroad is Leonardo DiCaprio, who is going crazy trying to win an Oscar.

Since the old white man didn't like his handsome face, he turned into a greasy man and competed for awards again and again.

It has been fully implemented that the box office is earned by the investors, and the awards belong to themselves.

Filming the final scene.

The coffin lid was opened, and the sunlight shone down. Jiang Wu subconsciously covered his eyes.

Obviously, this was his dying fantasy.

"Ka. I declare Buried Alive officially finished!"

As Tian Xiaole finished speaking, the staff burst into sparse applause and began to pack up and prepare to leave.

For them, this is just a temporary job and the quality of the movie has nothing to do with them.

For Jiang Wu, the torture of these two weeks is finally over.

"Uncle Wu, receive psychological treatment for a few days, and then we will return home."

Looking at Jiang Wu lying on the chair, his face was unshaven, he looked very tired and listless.

In Tian Xiaole's opinion, he has not yet gotten out of the role and is most afraid of having psychological problems.

"Ok!"

Jiang Wu no longer had the confidence he had promised before filming began.

I was supposed to stay two more days to see a psychologist, but was advised to receive treatment for a week.

Jiang Wu developed mild claustrophobia. He would always wake up suddenly when sleeping at night and was afraid to turn off the lights.

Tian Xiaole could only accompany him, feeling embarrassed that he had harmed her like this.

He had been busy for several days and had originally wanted to purchase the copyright of a familiar novel.

Who would have thought that the copyright fee of "Maze of the Heart" was not enough to buy a few copies, and I could only buy those novels that were not yet popular.

Of course, I only spent $200 million to purchase the copyright, and the rest was invested in the stock market.

Tian Xiaole didn't understand stocks, but he knew a few well-known companies. Although 200 million US dollars was a small amount and the investment wouldn't make a splash, it couldn't withstand the rapid growth of Internet companies.

It's just a short-term investment, and it must be sold before 08.

After a week of treatment, Jiang Wu's condition has improved a lot. Apart from being tired, he looks basically the same as when he came.

Well, Tian Xiaole finally had an explanation when he returned.

"Tian, ​​you've been reported in Hollywood. Your wild and imaginative ideas are very suitable for this land. It would be best if you stay here."

At Los Angeles International Airport, James came to see off Tian Xiaole and Jiang Wu, and before leaving, he did not forget to praise his financial sponsor.

"I'll come to Hollywood, but not now."

Tian Xiaole shook hands with James and reminded him:
"Don't forget to continue purchasing the copyright for the novel. Pay close attention to what I said."

"You know, with enough dollars, everything is fine."

Tian Xiaole's ears are so calloused from hearing James' catchphrase so many times.

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After a 12-hour flight, Tian Xiaole returned to the familiar land.

I took a deep breath and compared them. The air was almost the same.

He and Jiang Wu were small-scale and were not discovered by reporters, which saved them a lot of trouble.

"Uncle Wu, let's separate here. When you go back, remember to get more rest and keep your mind clear."

Tian Xiaole waved to the taxi and did not forget to give instructions to Jiang Wu.

"I understand. You should go back as well."

He opened the car door, let Jiang Wu go first, and Tian Xiaole walked to the car behind.

"On July 16th, director Zhang Yimou's historical costume commercial blockbuster, 'House of Flying Daggers,' will be released nationwide!"

On the radio, an advertisement for "Ambush from All Sides" was playing.

During this period, Zhang Yimou was invincible in the field of commercial films.

Both online and offline advertisements are fully utilized, and the publicity is very grand.

The leading actors, Liu Dehua, Kaneshiro Oo, and Zhang Ziyi, started their roadshow across the country a month in advance.

Wherever they went, the crowds were so dense that they could be described as overwhelming.

(End of this chapter)