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Chapter 252 Chen Yang, Famous Throughout the World. (Please Subscribe)
The preview screening of Dragon and Snake was a shot in the arm for Han Sanping.

He had been worried about it for a while.

Will this movie lose money?

After all, an investment of 2 million is simply too large.

It's really going to be released.

The box office needs to be at least 5 million to break even.

It might cost another 6 million.

Because the 2 million is only for production costs, the publicity and distribution also require money.

However, after one round of preview screenings, Han Sanping also breathed a sigh of relief.

Although Chen Yang didn't get a share of the box office revenue from the movie.

However, the immense popularity of Dragon and Snake also brought huge profits to its author, Chen Yang.

First, there's the matter of fame.

Chen Yang used to be called the number one online writer.

Although not many people objected, some people still didn't quite agree.

but now.

Chen Yang's title as the number one online writer has been completely solidified, and no one dares to say anything more.

Whether it's comparing achievements, fame, or copyrights, Chen Yang is ahead of all other online novel authors.

Not only before, but also by leaps and bounds, it has taken a significant lead over others by several steps.

You might say that fame is an intangible thing.

Then.

In terms of benefits, they also came in droves.

For example, Chen Yang's novel "Dragon and Snake Romance" on Qidian has recently surpassed the daily subscription numbers of "Battle Through the Heavens".

It even surpassed Doupo in terms of clicks, and also surpassed Chen Yang's ongoing novel, Sword Comes.

Yes.

Even if Sword Comes is incredibly popular right now, this kind of massive, cross-platform traffic can't withstand the overwhelming crowds eager to get a sneak peek.

Of course, it's not just dragons and snakes.

So much traffic is coming in.

Chen Yang's other works have also been met with overwhelming success.

Just like the click rankings.

You will see.

The dragon and snake are ranked first.

The second one is "Sword Comes".

The third is Battle Through the Heavens.

The fourth is the vast world.

The fifth one is "I Have a System for Pretending to Be Cool and Slapping People in the Face".

The sixth one is "Rising to Prominence".

cough cough.

Chen Yang alone occupied 6 of the top 10 spots.

Qidian has not yet released its sales rankings.

If the sales figures come out...

Chen Yang, just like on the click charts, once again topped the list.

This only applies to the subscription aspect.

Regarding copyright.

Even before the film "Dragon and Snake" was officially released, a host of copyright holders were already frantically calling Chen Yang.

This startled Han Sanping, who immediately contacted Chen Yang: "Chen Yang, it's a promise, the second, third, and fourth parts of Dragon and Snake will all be given to us by China Film Group."

"Mr. Han, it seems to be under the same conditions."

"Yes, yes, I know. How about we sign the rights to the second, third, and fourth parts right now?"

"Oh, let's wait a bit longer."

"You little brat, are you trying to blackmail me after the Dragon and Snake movie is actually released?"

"Look at what Mr. Han said. What is extortion? We are cooperating with each other, right?"

"Yes, yes, um, let me tell you first, given our long-standing relationship, please don't make the copyright price for the later Dragon and Snake movies too high."

"OK, it's up to you."

Chen Yang didn't say anything either.

In any case, copyright prices are entirely determined by the market.

If Dragon and Snake becomes a box office hit...

At that point, Han Sanping will be too embarrassed to bargain, and even if Chen Yang doesn't haggle, he'll have to ask for a higher price.

otherwise.

Do you really think only China Film Group has foresight? Enlight Media, Hengda Cinemas... have also been in contact with Chen Yang all along.

"By the way, Mr. Han, how much do you think our film 'Dragon and Snake' will do at the box office?"

"I don't know, it hasn't been released yet."

"Mr. Han, I'll have to raise the price for the second and third installments."

"No, Chen Yang, I was just joking with you. We've done some research, and 7 million is a sure thing. If we perform well, it could reach 8 million, but we're aiming for 9 million."

"9."

Good guy.

Chen Yang internally complained.

This guy is still playing dumb with me; I don't know yet.

In fact.

As filmmakers, they know all too well the potential of a film.

Even if this movie hasn't been released yet.

A group of people in the industry can probably analyze how much this movie will cost.

Now, let's combine the results of the preview screenings with market data analysis.

So the final box office results were pretty much exactly what they had predicted.

otherwise.

Why hasn't Dragon and Snake been released yet? A lot of people on Qidian (a Chinese online literature platform) have been asking about it.

Do they really think they're stupid and have too much money?

They have a lot of money.

But people aren't stupid.

"Mr. Han, I think we can aim for 10 billion."

Chen Yang said.

"10 billion? That's very difficult."

Han Sanping smiled and said, "We had a meeting at the time, and we also wanted to give it a shot. After all, although there is only a difference of 10 million between 1 billion and 9 million in box office revenue, the effect is completely different."

"I think so."

"But it's not worth it. Mainly, 9 million is already a bit saturated. To push it any higher, unless the release period is extended indefinitely. But that's not necessary."

"What if we held more preview screenings?"

"The preview screenings didn't actually generate much box office revenue."

Han Sanping said, "The purpose of the preview screenings is to assess the market situation before deciding how much to invest in marketing and distribution."

Fearing that Chen Yang might not know much about movies, Han Sanping explained to him.

Although Chen Yang wasn't in the film industry, how could he not know the specifics of how movies are made?

Chen Yang said, "President Han, then we can be more aggressive and start with large-scale preview screenings."

"What does it mean to hold large-scale preview screenings?"

"Mr. Han, here's our thinking. How's the dragon and snake market doing right now?"

"good."

"If there are large-scale preview screenings, the audience will be quite large."

"There won't be a shortage, and it will be packed."

"In that case, let's hold more preview screenings, a few in each city. That way, once our preview screenings reach 1 million yuan in box office, we'll have the premiere. When we open the theater, the box office will immediately reach 1 million yuan. A bunch of ordinary viewers who don't know the truth will probably be stunned on the spot, and even those who don't want to watch Dragon and Snake will want to come and see it."

"Wow, you kid... that's pretty cool."

Han Sanping was also a quick-witted person.

Although those in the industry would certainly know exactly how such a shady tactic works.

But what do ordinary moviegoers know?

Then it will really be just as Chen Yang said.

As soon as Dragon and Snake opened, the box office exceeded 1 million.

Adding in the box office revenue from the premiere that day, you might just make 2 million.

Such a terrifying box office performance would shock even industry insiders who knew it was a stunt.

"Awesome, Chen Yang... You're really smart... How about this, you can work in the film industry from now on."

"Forget it, movies don't make money, and they're exhausting."

"The movie doesn't make money... Pfft... You've really defeated me."

no way.

Chen Yang really pulled off this stunt.

If someone else said that, Han Sanping probably wouldn't even bother to listen to him.

But look at Chen Yang.

Just by writing a few novels... the copyright fees alone would be far more than what those filmmakers earn.

Moreover, making a movie requires hundreds or even thousands of people working together, and the process can take a year or even two years.

Chen Yang, all by himself, can make money wherever he goes with just a keyboard.

"Chen Yang, I don't want to chat with you anymore. Goodbye."

Hatefully, Han Sanping hung up the phone.

……

Next.

Han Sanping actually did exactly what Chen Yang had planned.

It was originally intended to be a small-scale preview screening in certain cities.

Later, more preview screenings were gradually opened up.

This thrilled a group of movie fans who had been eagerly anticipating the story.

"China Film Group is also holding a preview screening in our city. I've been wanting to see this movie for a long time. Let's go!"

"Our city also has it; let's be the first to see it."

"I'll write a review after watching it, whether it's good or bad, I'll say it."

The audience had no idea what was going on.

Even some media outlets were confused about what China Film Group's actions meant.

Logically speaking.

A preview screening is a small-scale event to gauge market performance.

How can preview screenings be allowed to be shown on a large scale?

until.

Two weeks after the official premiere of "Dragon and Snake".

The media outlets now know what China Film Group's bizarre move was all about. "Damn, it's already grossed 1 million yuan before it's even released."

"This is going to drive all the ordinary viewers crazy."

"I don't know if it has driven other viewers to their deaths, but other films released around the same time as Dragon and Snake have certainly driven them to their deaths."

"Pfft..."

But there was nothing they could do.

China Film Group is the big brother; even if they are envious, they dare not say anything.

another.

There's really no rule about how many screenings you can have for a preview screening.

Who told you not to put on more shows?
But then again.

Whether a movie is good or not is not always determined by how many screenings it gets.

Many films, even if they are scheduled for a decent release window.

But when you go in, there are only a dozen or so audience members.

Just ask.

With this kind of scheduling, why would any theater chains give you more screenings?

There were only a dozen or so people in the games.

Let alone labor costs, the electricity cost probably wouldn't even be covered.

……

The netizen "Mistrasu" is an amateur film critic.

The preview screening of "Dragon and Snake" immediately grossed over 1 million yuan at the box office, and he naturally knew it was a clever move by China Film Group.

But I have to say it.

This outrageous move truly shocked the entire nation.

After all, the movie had already grossed over 100 million yuan before it was even released.

Even if it's a questionable tactic, it still has a significant impact.

But as a film critic, he has always maintained an independent viewpoint.

He will not be influenced by some media outlets or comments.

Whether a film is good or not can only be known after watching it.

Fortunately, the preview screening was not long.

Two weeks later, the film was officially released in his city.

He bought the tickets well in advance at 8 p.m. that evening.

The movie theater was already packed with people.

"Bro, I heard that the movie 'Dragon and Snake' is absolutely amazing."

"Yes, yes, look at its box office, it's already 1.5 million."

"Am I seeing things? I seem to remember that a few years ago, when a movie grossed over 100 million, people would celebrate with champagne?"

"So you know how popular this movie is."

The voices of the onlookers reached my ears.

it is as expected.

"Mistrasou" has not yet arrived.

He was too lazy to explain the specifics of the shady dealings involved.

A few minutes later, "Mistralsu" entered the movie theater.

"A modern action movie, not bad."

He did some research before watching the film.

He was not particularly unfamiliar with the TV series "Dragon and Snake".

However, even though I did my homework.

But seeing how young Wang Chao, once an ordinary and somewhat introverted student, gradually becomes more outgoing through martial arts training.

He was also somewhat moved.

After the young Wang Chao's counter-robbery, "Mistrasu" had already formed a good impression of the film.

The plot is good.

They won't create unrealistic storylines just for the sake of something lofty or positive.

This storyline was filmed very well.

Young men with martial arts skills are not going to hold back against these thugs.

However, what truly moved "Mistralsu" was the young Wang Chao retracing the steps of his predecessors.

When the old man played "Ten Farewell Songs to Hong Rong," Mistralsu felt a jolt in his heart.

Actually, I don't feel anything for films like this that are more mainstream and patriotic.

It's not that he doesn't love his country.

He simply dislikes this kind of imposed patriotic image being instilled into people's minds.

But among dragons and snakes.

"Mistralsu" was moved.

In order to break through to the Ming Jin level, young Wang Chao began to retrace the path of his predecessors.

Find strength in being moved.

"Cool."

"Cool."

"Cool."

When the young Wang Chao reached the Dark Realm, "Mistrasu" felt every cell in his body radiating pleasure.

This is more than just enjoyable.

After enjoying the moment.

In his mind, the passionate spirit of his predecessors also came to mind.

Find strength in being moved.

This is the true source of power.

"Brilliant."

Unable to resist, "Mistrasou" gave a thumbs up.

But the emotion of "Mistrasou" was just the beginning.

Young Wang Chao cultivated his inner strength to the point of mastery and became a master in his own right.

In addition, Wang Chao is young.

He began to challenge a number of top domestic fighters.

Xingyi, Bagua, Wing Chun, Hung Kuen.

Wudang, Shaolin, Emei, Qingcheng... and even Chenjiagou, the birthplace of Tai Chi.

Wang Chao challenged one opponent after another, becoming invincible throughout the country.

This challenge was something that "Mistrasoo" secretly found very enjoyable.

Every PK match was incredibly exciting.

But for Longshe, the thrill isn't just about the action.

Wang Chao was defeating one master after another.

Wang Chao finally arrived at a place called the Jingwu Martial Arts Hall.

This martial arts academy is somewhat dilapidated, and many parts even leak when it rains. Only an old blind man is looking after the academy.

After Wang Chao explained his purpose,

The old blind man told Wang Chao a story.

The scene changes.

The scene shifts to the Republican era.

Inside the camera lens.

Wang Chao transformed into that old blind man and began his journey through the Republic of China era.

The old blind man's real name was Chen Rufang. During the Republic of China era, he was a highly skilled martial artist.

Like Wang Chao, he also challenged various factions one after another.

He thought he had become the best in the world after defeating a series of masters.

But at this time, a host of foreign powers entered Shanghai.

One after another, top experts died under the guns and cannons of the foreign powers.

Chen Rufang suddenly realized.

He finally understood.

Martial arts are not about comparing who is the best in the world.

Martial arts are used to protect one's country, one's people, one's friends, and one's family.

to this end.

Chen Rufang and a group of insightful people jointly launched the national martial arts movement.

later.

Chen Rufang led her disciples to the front lines of the War of Resistance against Japan.

His disciples died one by one.

In the end, only Chen Rufang was left.

Even so.

Chen Rufang's eyes were also grazed by bullets on the battlefield, causing her to lose her sight.

The Great Wall will never fall, and the Yellow River flows on forever.

Inside the camera lens.

A song titled "The Great Wall Will Never Fall" appeared.

I don't know who was singing along.

Gradually, everyone in the movie theater stood up and started singing along loudly.

The beautiful scenery and colorful peaks of Jiangshan

Asked my country what is like a disease
Let's break through the bloody path and wave our arms!

We must dedicate ourselves to the revitalization of the nation.

How can we allow our land to be trampled upon again?
Everyone took on their mission...

The movie ends.

The final image freezes on four words: "Strong Nation, Strong Race".

"Mistrasou" wiped her red eyes.

He was so excited he felt like his whole body was boiling.

"A strong nation and a strong race."

"Brothers, wait for my movie review, I'm going to rave about this film."

Blackjack at night.

Box office figures for the first day of the premiere of Dragon and Snake have been released.

2 million.

exactly.

It is 2.18 million.

this moment.

Dragons and snakes... are famous throughout the world.

Chen Yang... became famous throughout the world.

(End of this chapter)