Chapter 108: The Psychology of Koreans

In 2005, the box office of Hollywood movies seemed to have gone on a huge slide and never recovered.

"Hollywood's domestic box office revenue totaled $89 billion."

"Compared to 2004, it has dropped by 5 percentage points, and it is the first time since 01 that it has fallen below the US$90 billion mark."

"The number of moviegoers dropped by 04 percentage points compared to 7, the lowest level since 97."

In the office, Gu Wei was browsing the latest reports on the Internet.

Gu Wei was not too concerned about online reports on Hollywood box office, but some entertainment reports aroused his interest.

The news of Hollywood's rivals' breakups and reunions obviously constituted the biggest entertainment focus of the year.

Lightning marriages and quick separations are a farce that happens every day and is shocking.

"Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, they fall in love, they're busy with their relationship, and then they have a baby!"

"One world, one family: From Alberta, Canada, Mexico to Tokyo, Pitt and Jolie don't miss a thing."

"Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio and girlfriend Gisele Bundchen announce their breakup."

...

Gu Wei read the various reports and comments with great interest.

The two South Korean film companies did not keep Gu Wei waiting for long. Three days later, Reid received a reply from them.

“The other party agreed to our request and they proposed to add your name to the list of film producer and screenwriter.

In addition, they hope to have their own say in the selection of roles.”

Ryder said in a relaxed tone as he drank his coffee.

"That's no problem. Let them determine the film investment cost as soon as possible."

After thinking it over, Gu Wei agreed directly. He also understood that the other party wanted to borrow his reputation.

He also has his own plans. After the success of this cooperation, it can attract other South Korean film and television companies. Gu Wei has quite a few registered scripts, many of which are suitable for filming in South Korea.

Koreans have always been bold when it comes to filming movies. Some movies that cannot be filmed in their own country can be made in South Korea.

"Okay, boss, I'll notify them right away."

After saying that, Reid left the office.

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Two days later, Gu Wei signed contracts with two companies in the company. They involved cross-border cooperation and the procedures were a bit cumbersome.

Fortunately, with the help of a professional lawyer, it was finally settled after a few days.

After the matter was settled, CJ and NEW Films issued separate announcements, announcing the news of their cooperation with Tomorrow's Star Films.

The next day, Hollywood media reported the news without much detail, and most of the content mentioned Gu Wei's name.

When the news reached South Korea, it caused a stir in the Korean entertainment circle. The cooperation between the two parties was carried out through Gu Wei's Tomorrow's Star Film and Television Company. In the eyes of South Koreans, America represents correctness, not to mention the blessing of him as a big Hollywood director.

"The Hollywood movie 'Ocean's Eight', renamed 'Ocean's Eight', is expected to start filming tomorrow in May."

"'The Thieves' has already started preparations, and NEW Films has confirmed that it will start production in March 2006."

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“I look forward to the release of the two films. After all, we are working with Hollywood film companies.”

"The Oscar-winning director looks very much like someone from our Korean nation."

"Xiba, since when do we need to rely on Chinese people to provide movie scripts? Are all the screenwriters in our country dead?"

...

The extremely confident and yet inferior mentality of the Koreans was fully demonstrated at this moment.

"Oppa, I'm leaving the movie roles to you."

In a room at a South Korean star hotel, a good-looking artist was talking to a senior executive of CJ Entertainment in a coquettish manner, with a blush on her face. This kind of situation is happening one after another, and it is very common in the Korean entertainment industry and is normal.

The South Korean entertainment industry is clearly divided into different levels. When the news of the two films spread back to the country, many celebrities and artists used various means in the hope that they could get a role.

...

In China, the news of Gu Wei’s cooperation with South Korea was also discussed by people in the circle.

Han Sanping called Gu Wei and asked about some specifics, but didn't say much.

"It's Hollywood and South Korea, I'm not afraid of being too busy."

In Huayi’s office, Wang Zhonglei said with a sour tone.

Since Wang Jinghua terminated the contract and took away a group of artists, Huayi has indeed been affected a lot. However, as the boss of a private enterprise, it has not yet fallen into a slump. As long as there is money and more movies are made, there will be a large number of artists to choose from every year.

"Okay, I've told you so many times, but you still won't change.

How is Director Xiaogang's new film going? "

Wang Zhongjun said in a bad tone.

“So far, everything is going well.”

When Wang Zhonglei heard what his brother said, he changed his tone and replied.

Although he is responsible for the daily management of Huayi Company, as the chairman of the company, Wang Zhongjun still makes decisions on some major issues.

Hearing this, Wang Zhongjun nodded, and then continued, "The ultimate goal of the company is to go public. Find some time to contact Director Gu. We can invest in his next movie at a premium."

"Brother, I understand. I will keep an eye on this matter."

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It is December now, and the movies "Memoirs of a Geisha" and "Brokeback Mountain" have been released in major theaters in North America.

The former was directed by Oscar-level director Robert Marshall and produced by Hollywood Spielberg, and brought together three of Hollywood's top Chinese actresses: Zhang Ziyi, Gong Li, and Yang Ziqiong.

The latter is a romance film directed by Li An and starring Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Linda Cardellini, Anna Faris, Anne Hathaway, Michelle Williams and others.

The two films were simultaneously nominated for the 06 Academy Awards, making them the most direct competitors and have been reported frequently by the Hollywood media during this period.

...

"DreamWorks sent a message that the film production has been completed."

In the company, after receiving the call, Reid reported the news to Gu Wei.

On that day, Gu Wei and Reid went directly to the headquarters of DreamWorks Animation.

"Gu, this is the final result. Not bad, isn't it?"

The head of DreamWorks' production department spoke to the two of them.

"Excellent."

After watching all the clips, Gu Wei replied with satisfaction, "I have to say that DreamWorks is indeed unique in action production."

"I will be in charge of the editing of the film myself, and I will need your help with the dubbing."

“No problem, we have a complete dubbing process and a large staff.”

The next morning, DreamWorks sent the finished clips to the company, and Gu Wei devoted all his attention to editing.

Gu Wei's plan is to complete post-production in four to five months and then release the film in major theaters in North America in the second half of the year.

...

As the winner of the last Academy Award for Best Director, according to convention, Gu Wei received an invitation from the jury to be one of the guests at the 06 Academy Awards ceremony.

Gu Wei did not refuse. The chairman of the jury called him personally, so he had to give him this face.

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