I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

It seems he's trying to stir up trouble by giving an interview to reporters now.

Given Wu Baige's vengeful nature, if she's trying to cause trouble, she's definitely targeting him.

Cheng Sheng smiled strangely, thinking to himself: "They're not planning another movie competition, are they?"
Cheng Sheng had heard that Wu Baige was searching for information about large ships.

The Crossing!
If this is really a movie, that would be hilarious!
It's worth noting that Wu Baige suffered a huge blow after "The Crossing" flopped, and subsequently faded out of the film industry.

Although she later made a movie, it didn't make a splash in the entertainment industry at all.

The film "The Crossing" is such a huge pitfall that stepping into it would definitely blow Wu Baige to smithereens. If he really intends to use this film to compete with him again, Cheng Sheng is actually looking forward to it.

"Cheng Sheng, when will the second part of our 'Three Kingdoms' be released?"

Putting down the remote, Da Tiantian sat opposite Cheng Sheng and asked curiously.

"The release date has been confirmed; it will be before Christmas," Cheng Sheng said.

"Christmas? Then I can't attend the premiere?" Da Tian Tian frowned upon hearing this.

She needed to go home to be with her parents on Christmas Day and had no time to attend the premiere.

“I don’t plan to hold a premiere for the second part of ‘Three Kingdoms’; the movie will be released directly,” Cheng Sheng said.

The first part of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" has already been done once, so the second part will not be much different.

A film premiere is undoubtedly a grand celebration for the film industry.

It is not just a simple movie screening ceremony, but also an important interactive platform between the film and the audience, and between the industry and the media.

Generally speaking, when a movie is released, a premiere is usually held, which has many benefits for the film.

First, it allows filmmakers to establish contact with audiences in advance, laying a solid foundation for the film's publicity and promotion.

Secondly, the premiere can garner more attention and generate more buzz for a film, increasing its popularity and influence.

In addition, premieres can bring more business opportunities to the film industry and promote its development.

However, there is no need to hold a premiere for the second part of "Three Kingdoms" because the first part of "Three Kingdoms" has already been fully promoted.

Given its box office phenomenal success, even if the sequel to "Three Kingdoms" doesn't have a premiere, it won't significantly impact the film's promotion.

Now, as long as Shengli Film Company releases the news of the release of the second part of "Three Kingdoms", it is likely that Shengli Film Company will not need to take the initiative to promote it, as the media and audiences will spread the word online.

Discussion and attention will continue to surge.

Therefore, Cheng Sheng and Xing Aina both agreed that the second part of "Three Kingdoms" should not have a premiere and should be released directly.

"No premiere? Why?" Da Tian Tian tilted her head, looking puzzled.

In Da Tian Tian's mind, the movie premiere is very important for the movie's release. Even for a low-budget movie, the production company will hold a premiere.

"No need."

Cheng Sheng said calmly.

No premiere? That's great! This way I can spend Christmas with my parents, Da Tian Tian thought to herself with secret joy.

"what!"

Da Tiantian suddenly exclaimed in surprise, her eyes fixed on the television, her expression growing increasingly grim.

Previously, on television, Wu Baige spoke fluently to reporters without saying anything bad about Cheng Sheng; it was just a normal interview topic.

Da Tiantian didn't pay much attention. Unexpectedly, that shameless Wu Baige criticized Cheng Sheng in front of the reporters again.

"Short-term success or failure is not important. Cheng Sheng was able to beat me because he used his weaknesses to fight against his strengths. Of course I would lose when making historical films, but I want to get my revenge. I want to tell everyone that I will get back what I lost and show Cheng Sheng what a great international director is."

When facing reporters, Wu Baige quoted a line from Mark Gor's character, "A Better Tomorrow," which was perfectly appropriate. "A Better Tomorrow" was the pinnacle of his career.

By borrowing a line from Chow Yun-fat's masterpiece, he was declaring to the world that his loss to Cheng Sheng was not due to his lack of ability, but rather because he used his weaknesses to fight against Cheng Sheng's strengths, which led to his defeat.

The excuse is not bad, and it makes sense.

At first glance, it does seem to be true.

It's common knowledge that Hong Kong directors don't make historical films or television series.

Cheng Sheng's historical films have been recognized by the three major European film festivals, which means it's normal for Wu Baige to lose to Cheng Sheng in this genre.

If we switch to a different track now, Cheng Sheng will definitely lose to him.

"That's shameless! Wu Baige is just refusing to admit defeat!" Da Tiantian said angrily.

"It seems he wants to save face," Cheng Sheng said with a smile.

As soon as Cheng Sheng finished speaking, Wu Baige on the television seemed to be responding to him.

"I want to film the modern war genre that I'm good at—the Taiping Steamer—and have another showdown with Cheng Sheng to win back what I lost."

War has been declared.

Wu Baige declared war on Cheng Sheng in front of the media.

Boom!

Viewers who had been following Wu Baige's interviews for a long time were immediately shocked.

Wu Baige is launching a new challenge against Cheng Sheng.

moment.

Netizens from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan got excited and started discussing it online.

This topic was pinned to the top and became the most popular topic at the moment.

[I support Wu Baige going head-to-head with Cheng Sheng. I believe Wu Baige; he genuinely doesn't understand historical or cultural films. If he were to make a modern war film, he would absolutely beat Cheng Sheng.]

I've always been a fan of director Ng Man-tat. His films like "A Better Tomorrow," "Face/Off," and "Mission: Impossible" are all classics, and I'm sure "The Crossing" will continue the legacy of "A Better Tomorrow."

[Wu Baige is somewhat targeting Cheng Sheng. Cheng Sheng didn't have any initial grudge against him, but now he's targeting him repeatedly, even saying he's using his weaknesses to fight against Cheng Sheng's strengths. I think he's the one using his weaknesses to fight against Cheng Sheng's strengths now.]

[The person upstairs is right. Even *Red Cliff* was a disastrous failure; how can he still have the nerve to fight Cheng Sheng? Isn't he afraid *The Crossing* will be sunk?]

Cheng Sheng is a complete flop. What skills does he have that can compare to Director Wu? He probably can't even compare to Wang Jin, that lousy director.

[I support Director Wu. How can Cheng Sheng, who has never even been to Hollywood, compare to Director Wu? Hollywood represents the highest level of the global film industry. Director Wu's success there proves his world-class abilities. Cheng Sheng is just riding on the coattails of fame in China; he's nothing abroad.]

[The person upstairs is obviously from Hong Kong or Taiwan; they're brain-dead and support Wu Baige.]

[I don't support anyone in particular, but I support Cheng Sheng's counterattack. That way, the audience will be happy.]

[Good, I support them competing against each other.] (End of Chapter)