Chapter 169 Global Promotion
On September 9st, "Li Mi's Conjecture" was officially released.

The next day, the Hollywood movie "The Mummy 3", starring Li Lianjie and co-starring Yang Ziqiong and Wu Jing, was released in China and landed in major theaters.

How should I put it? The box office gap between the two is indeed quite large. Although the latter's box office is also average, judging from the first day's box office, there is still hope that the movie will break 100 million.

"Boss, the data has been sent over from Guangguang."

"The box office on the first day was 400 million."

Gu Wei nodded when he heard this. This result was similar to what he had guessed, and he no longer expected to make a profit from this movie.

At the moment the box office is okay. Judging from this box office, it should be able to exceed 20 million in the end. Even if the movie doesn't make money, at least it won't lose money.

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Guangxi Media has many activities and a wide range of publicity. Cao Baoping had been there before with Zhou Xun and others, and this time he brought Gu Wei to do it again.

"I didn't choose the right release date. If I lose money, I'll feel really sorry for you."

These are Cao Baoping’s original words.

"It's okay. It doesn't look like we'll lose money now."

Gu Wei chuckled after hearing this. With an investment cost of more than 10 million, how much loss could there be even if there was no box office success?

After thinking for a while, Gu Wei decided to go to Guangguang's promotional program.

If it were an ordinary movie promotion, it would be impossible to see Wang Changtian, but this time it was different. Wang Changtian arrived at the scene early before the show started.

"Director Wang."

"Director Wang?"

Liu Yan and Xie Nan came to the backstage of the show and were quite surprised to see Wang Changtian. Both of them entered the company through a talent show and rarely saw Wang Changtian. So they were a little uncomfortable when they suddenly saw him.

"Well, Director Gu will be here soon, so remember the program procedures clearly."

"No problem, Mr. Wang."

The two said in unison.

When he came to the Guangguang headquarters again, Gu Wei suddenly had a familiar feeling. Apart from China Film Group Corporation, this is the only place where most people come from in China.

"Boss Wang, what are you doing?"

"It's okay, I just came to see you guys."

Wang Changtian's face turned red. He certainly couldn't tell the truth. It was rare for him to see Gu Wei on weekdays. This time he came here to talk to him about his future movie plans.

When I arrived at the lounge, I pushed the door open and saw Wang Changtian sitting on the sofa.

"Director Gu, I haven't seen you for a long time. I came here specially to see you today."

"Thank you."

Gu Wei thought of this in his mind, but didn't say it out loud, "Director Wang is quite free, he takes care of everything himself."

"Haha, except for you, no one else has this treatment."

In the studio, Gu Wei was quite surprised to see Xie Nan and Liu Yan. He didn't expect that they came together.

When the roles for "Painted Skin" were being auditioned, Wang Changtian took them to Xingchen Film and Television, hoping that they could play a role in the movie, but Gu Wei directly refused.

Neither of them has ever been in a film crew, so their acting skills are definitely not up to par. Even if they are not directing the film themselves, there is no need to pick two newcomers to star.

At the beginning of the interview, Cao Baoping recounted the interesting things that happened during the filming of the movie.

When Cao Baoping first approached Gu Wei for investment, he was just trying it out, but he didn't expect Gu Wei to agree so readily.

"Haha, the script is pretty good. I read it twice."

Taking the microphone handed over by Xie Nan, Gu Wei spoke directly.

"I was amazed by Zhou Xun's acting skills. I thought about changing roles during the filming, but she just shocked me as we kept filming."

At the scene, several people sat on the sofa. Gu Wei felt like laughing as he listened to Cao Baoping's answer.

Sure enough, for the sake of box office, the old professor gave it his all.

What about changing roles? Gu Wei knew it was made up without any guessing.

"The movie is very good, I hope everyone will go to the cinema to support it."

“Will you invest in this type of movie in the future?”

"Of course, I will invest in good scripts."

Liu Yan was worthy of being the host who asked questions at the press conference of Chen Kai's "The Promise". He asked very directly on the spot.

……

After the show, the media quickly reported the interview.

Everyone speaks highly of Gu Wei's support for directors who graduated from Beijing Film Academy. Gu Wei has done a good job in remembering the people who dug the well when you drink the water.

Being on the show does have limited impact on the film's performance.

Except for the 400 million box office on the first day, the box office was around one or two million for the rest of the time.

Breaking 100 million is a fantasy. Cao Baoping would be very lucky if the box office could break 30 million.

After two years of waiting since the filming started in October 06, "Interstellar", a science fiction movie with an investment of million US dollars, is about to be released.

The domestic release date is October 10st, the same time in Hollywood, and about a week later in Southeast Asia.

European countries such as Australia, the United Kingdom and France will release the film in the next month.

On the 4th, Gu Wei and Liu Yifei set off for Hollywood to begin a three-week global premiere promotion.

I will visit New York, London, Melbourne, Paris, and even Tokyo one by one.

Two premieres will also be held in the capital and Shanghai.

The first stop was London, England, where the main creative staff showed up at the premiere, causing many fans to scream.

Of course, most of them are fans of Leonardo DiCaprio, followed by Charlize Theron.

As for Liu Yifei, it cannot be said that she has no fans, but at least at present, there are indeed very few of them in London, England.

Paris, France, Melbourne, it was not an easy trip to travel to one place after another. After arriving in New York, Gu Wei specially treated several people to a big meal.

A high-end star restaurant in New York.

Gu Wei and Liu Yifei sat on one side, watching Charlize Theron and Leonardo DiCaprio opposite them.

The two people opposite are both very busy people. Leonardo DiCaprio has just finished filming "Shutter Island".

This film directed by Martin Scorsese is also a work that is expected to win an Oscar.

Leonardo performed with great devotion and it seems that he has not yet completely come out of the role.

Charlize Theron starred in the movie "Hancock", a science fiction action comedy, with Will Smith as the leading actress.

As they chatted, they talked about Disney's latest developments.

"Gu, I heard that Disney is planning to shoot a Chinese-themed movie called..."

“It’s called Mulan.”

Leonardo thought for a moment and spoke out.

The story of Hua Mulan has spread all over the world after thousands of years.

American Disney adapted it into a cartoon movie and created the image of "Mulan".

After they released "Mulan" in 1998, they launched "Mulan 2005" in 2, and launched musical versions of "Mulan" in Mexico, the Philippines and other places.

It can be said that Disney gave life to this character and allowed audiences around the world to get to know this character.

"Oh, is it so?"

Gu Wei couldn't help but glance at Liu Yifei beside him. She also filmed this IP in later generations, but the final result was mixed.

"Yes, senior, I heard that China is going to shoot a live-action version of "Mulan" and plans to invite Chen Kun and Zhao Yanzi to star in it."

After all, Liu Yifei, who was standing next to him, was paying attention to domestic news, so when she heard Gu Wei ask this, she spoke directly.

“Hehe, how much money can they invest in filming?”

Gu Wei took a sip of red wine and spoke.

"It's probably less than 100 million."

Liu Yifei gave a rough estimate of the investment cost based on information on the Internet.

"They are just a bunch of clowns who have not even sat upright yet have the nerve to make this kind of movie."

It’s no wonder Gu Wei said that. Although Zhao Yanzi still has many fans in China in recent years, there are also many people who scold her online.

"Gu, let's not talk about this anymore. Come, let me toast you a glass."

Seeing that Gu Wei looked a little unhappy, Sharon raised her glass and said.

"cheers."

After they clinked glasses, they continued talking about the premiere.

The news that Mulan is going to be filmed is indeed very popular in China, but when the two are compared, the gap becomes apparent.

Disney plans to spend 100 million US dollars to produce an animated version of "Mulan". Zhao Yanzi was invited to star in the live-action version. It is hard to say whether the investment can reach 100 million yuan.

At the same time, Zhao Yanzi was drinking alone in China, accompanied by Chen Kun, Zhou Xun and Huang Xiaoming.

Several people gathered together in a private room of a hotel in the capital.

If Gu Wei were here, he would definitely sigh and say, "Even though someone is making fun of your reputation, the leader can still continue to get along with her. This relationship is really good!"
Zhao Yanzi, who was signed by Emperor Entertainment Group, had not produced any works in the past year. It was she who arranged the Mulan role.

"Kun'er, you're here for this movie too, we can definitely be a good team."

"alright."

Chen Kun agreed reluctantly, but didn't think much about the other things. The movie hadn't even started yet, so it was too early to talk about these things.

"Xiao Ming, do you think Gu Wei has something against me? Painted Skin rejected my audition."

After getting drunk, Zhao Yanzi started talking to Huang Xiaoming in a drunken state.

"Well, that shouldn't be the case. Director Gu is a very nice person."

Huang Xiaoming felt a little regretful and thought he shouldn't have come here today.

His face was full of innocence at this moment.

"Xiao Ming, do you have any problem with me?"

Under the influence of alcohol, Zhao Yanzi yelled out.

"Forehead."

Huang Xiaoming didn't say anything either, and the scene suddenly became a little awkward.

"What are you yelling about? You're blaming Xiao Ming for everything. You didn't think through what you said to the media."

Chen Kun, who was standing next to him, couldn't stand it anymore and said it out loud.

The relationship between the few of them was indeed good, but Zhao Yanzi did go a bit too far. It was only because Huang Xiaoming had a good temper. If it were someone else, they would probably have broken off the friendship.

Zhao Yanzi didn’t know whether she was sober or not, but she didn’t say anything. After hearing what Chen Kun said, she continued drinking.

The bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers on September 9 marked the official arrival of the financial crisis.

Leonardo and Theron do not usually invest in stocks, so these things are at most topics of discussion between the two of them and have little impact.

The photo of the four people having dinner together was posted online by a Hollywood reporter before they had even left.

The news was then spread back to China, and many netizens commented on it online.

"The 82 red wine is a bit extravagant."

"Theron is really beautiful."

"nonsense!"

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(End of this chapter)