Chapter 280 The increase in the number of imported films
The incident between Feng Xiaogang and Sun Haiying could not be dispelled for a while, and then some netizens announced that some celebrities had changed their nationality.

The key point is that after these people changed their nationality, they still made movies in the country to make money, and from time to time they also slandered the country. They are definitely traitors.

Looking at the "nationality incident" that is escalating on the Internet, Liu Yifei feels a little relieved at this moment.

Fortunately, I didn't hesitate at that time, otherwise I would have been severely criticized by the black guy again.

"Boss Han, why do you have time to call me?"

In the villa, Gu Wei was lying on the sofa and talking leisurely.

"Come to the meeting tomorrow. The General Administration has something important to announce."

Hearing this, Gu Wei sat up straight. If the other party could say it was a serious matter, it must be a big deal.

When the girl next to her heard this, she also showed a curious expression.

The two chatted for more than ten minutes, and then Gu Wei hung up the phone and saw the young lady staring at him.

"The WTO has issued a ruling on the movie issue, and Director Han asked me to go to the General Administration for a meeting tomorrow."

"Oh."

The young lady didn't care much about these things and continued playing with her mobile phone.

The next morning, Gu Wei drove to the General Administration.

When we got there, we saw that there were quite a lot of people. Almost everyone who could come was there, including CEOs of major companies, as well as well-known directors, actors and artists.

"You're here too, the crew isn't busy."

Gu Wei, who had just got off the car, turned around and saw Ning Hao getting off the car next to him. The other person had dark circles under his eyes and looked listless.

"You thought I wanted to come, and was called here overnight."

Ning Hao yawned and said in a weak voice.

"Let's go, it must be something big. I haven't seen such a scene in a long time."

The two of them walked together to the General Administration's office. They had been there several times before and found the place with ease.

When I went in, I saw that most of the seats in the conference hall were occupied, and the sound of discussion could be heard from time to time.

"Director Gu, here we are."

"Hello, Director Ning."

The two nodded and walked towards the seats with their names written on them.

"Here we are. It's the premiere at the end of the month. You and Yifei should come and watch it when you are free."

As soon as he sat down, Zhang Yimou started talking. In his opinion, Gu Wei was not only good at commercial films, but also had his own unique insights in art films as he had won an Oscar for Best Director.

"Okay, I just happen to have time before the end of the month. What a coincidence. If it's a few days later, I probably won't be in the country anymore."

Gu Wei said cheerfully.

"Not in China, that's right, there are still movies being done in post-production there."

Zhang Yimou reacted instantly and realized that the other party had a movie released in Hollywood next month.

"What exactly are you here for this time?"

As they were chatting, Gu Wei asked with some confusion, Han Sanping didn't explain it clearly on the phone yesterday.

"Don't you know? The WTO ruling has come out, and the quota for imported films is expected to increase significantly."

Zhang Yimou was also a little surprised. As a big director, Gu Wei should be aware of these things.

Hearing this, Gu Wei patted his forehead. He had been staying at home with his little sister for the past two days and had forgotten about this matter.

On the other side, Feng Xiaogang was chatting and laughing with several company bosses with great joy. The box office of "Aftershock" exceeded 6 million yuan, and he is now the record holder for the highest box office of domestic films.

"When the Lunar New Year holiday begins at the end of the year, Director Feng's If You Are the One 2 may break the record again."

A middle-aged man flattered the boss generously, not caring at all about the looks of others around him.

You can make money by rolling your eyes. If you flatter others, you may have a chance to get on the big ship of Huayi in the future.

"Haha, I guess there's not much hope. There's a size difference."

Fortunately, Feng Xiaogang had some self-awareness and waved his hand to keep a low profile. …

Lu Yang and Wu Ershan did not come with Gu Wei. They entered the venue one after the other.

Especially Lu Yang, as a new 200 million director, he is surrounded by many filmmakers and actors.

"Director Lu, I heard that your new movie is expected to be launched at the end of the year?"

"Director Lu, there is a chance for us to work together. Our company has several good projects."

"Road guide..."

Lu Yang once again felt the treatment of being famous. Everyone he met was polite, kept saying nice things to him, and were willing to pay him to make a movie at any time.

But Wuershan next to him raised the corner of his mouth. He had experienced these situations before and was used to them.

"Cough cough."

As the leaders of the General Administration entered, the scene gradually became quiet and everyone's eyes turned upwards.

The meeting lasted more than two hours, and as most people guessed, the number of imported films will increase significantly starting from March next year.

The country must also comply with the WTO’s ruling and further open up its entertainment product market to the West. The game between China and the West begins again.

"Starting next year, some films will bypass China Film Group, which has a monopoly on import rights, and be released directly to domestic cinemas."

As soon as Director Tong finished speaking, everyone turned their eyes to Han Sanping and others sitting in the front row.

The heads of Shanghai Film Group, Xi'an Film Group and other state-owned enterprises also had smiles on their faces. This was a good thing. They had been suppressed by China Film Group for a long time. Who wouldn't want to remove this huge mountain from their heads?

Gu Wei also had a thoughtful look on his face. According to the domestic film market system, it was estimated that the country would not agree to free cooperation. After all, there was no rating system in the country. Once China Film was bypassed, it might cause chaos in the market.

As for other directors and CEOs of film and television companies, they all smiled bitterly. The industry is already struggling with the import of films now, and if the number increases, won't it be even more difficult for domestic films in the future?
But no matter what the outcome, things have basically been settled. The game between countries cannot be changed by one individual.

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"Director Han, get ready."

After the meeting, Gu Wei and Han Sanping talked as they walked.

"Gradual relaxation is the general trend. All we can do is to prepare for it."

As the chairman of China Film Corporation, he had known about these things for a long time, but he did not take them too seriously. He had already done what he should have done.

"Haha, now there are probably a lot more people secretly cursing you in the circle."

Gu Wei said as a joke.

"Don't laugh. You and your Xingchen Films are the main force of resistance. I'm still waiting for the domestic special effects blockbuster to come out."

"Okay, I'll start gradually at the beginning of next year at the latest."

Hearing this, Gu Wei's expression turned serious. Yes, no matter what, if Xingchen Film and Television wants to develop, it can only compete head-on with Hollywood blockbusters. This cannot be changed.

The next day, the content of the meeting was spread.

Many other small and medium-sized film companies in the industry inevitably felt worried, causing a cry of grief.

After all, with more imported films, they are the ones who suffer the most. Other big companies in the industry can continue to invest heavily, produce high-cost blockbusters, and shoot special effects movies. Even if they fail, they have the ability to bear the consequences.

But their strength is not enough, and if they fail, they will be close to bankruptcy.

"Stay together and cooperate with each other."

This thought involuntarily came to everyone's mind.

“Big fish eat small fish and expand the company.”

The idea of ​​mergers and acquisitions is also in the plans of the heads of major companies.

"The peak of domestic films is coming. We should be well prepared and strive to gain the largest market share."

In Xingchen Film and Television Company, Song Ge and Gu Wei were making plans.

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(End of this chapter)