Chapter 363 Announcement
On the stage, after Gu Wei answered the reporter's questions, the reporter immediately turned his attention to Liu Yifei next to him.

"Yifei, this is the film that won you the Berlin Film Festival Best Actress Award. After watching the film, everyone thought it was very exciting. What do you want to say to the guests present?"

The reporter from Sina Entertainment asked the first question.

“First of all, I would like to thank all the guests present for attending.

This movie is my first art film and also my first award-winning work. I will work harder in the future to bring you wonderful works.”

When Liu Yifei said this, her expression gradually became serious. When it comes to movies, the young lady has always been serious and responsible.

Below the stage, the leaders and mentors of Beijing Film Academy nodded with satisfaction when they heard Liu Yifei's answer. No matter what, an actor's works will ultimately speak for themselves.

"I think the department can hold a seminar on this movie after it is released. Some of Yifei's performance in the movie is quite suitable for use as teaching materials."

Looking at Liu Yifei on the stage, Xie Xiaojing, vice president of Beijing Film Academy, put forward his own suggestions.

Hearing this, Professor Wang Jinsong nodded. As Liu Yifei's mentor, he naturally hoped that his student would get better and better. Moreover, some of Liu Yifei's performances in the film were indeed beyond everyone's expectations. He discovered this when he was watching the movie just now.

"Then let's have a meeting first. If you have any ideas, you can bring them up at the meeting, and we can discuss it and then make a decision."

The dean made a summary and said that specific matters could not be resolved today in front of everyone as it was not the right occasion.

"Thank you Yifei. I am looking forward to Yifei's future works." On the stage, after hearing Liu Yifei's answer, the host spoke.

"Yifei, I want to ask, when did you and Director Gu start dating? Do you have any plans to get married later?"

After the Sina Entertainment reporter finished asking the question, reporters from other media outlets took the opportunity to ask a new topic.

"Wow!" Everyone widened their eyes, waiting for Liu Yifei's answer.

"This..." Liu Yifei hesitated, as if she didn't know how to say it.

Gu Wei, who was standing next to her, took the microphone after seeing the young lady's situation and said, "This question has nothing to do with today's movie. I'll talk to you about it later when I have a chance."

"Director Gu..." The reporter was not giving up and wanted to continue asking.

Afterwards, Gu Wei waved his hand and stopped answering the question. The other reporters nearby were inevitably disappointed when they saw this situation. The box office issue alone was not a big enough topic.

After Liu Yifei asked the question, Su Chang, Qin Hao and others naturally could not escape. The questions they asked were similar and basically all related to movies.

The main creative staff were talking enthusiastically at the stage, and the guests below were also discussing in a low voice.

"This is the first time I watched a movie today. I didn't expect Yifei's acting skills to be so good." Han Sanping said in a low voice.

Yu Dong chuckled: "It's really good, but relatively speaking, Director Gu's ability to write scripts is really amazing. It's also an art film, but it doesn't have the decadent atmosphere of other directors."

Hearing this, Han Sanping nodded. Yes, although they all make art films, directors like Lou Ye, Wang Xiaoshuai and others only make films that tell stories of suffering and reflect reality.

Although they have won many awards, when I watch the films they have shot, I always feel that they are using the suffering of the Chinese people to gain recognition from foreigners.

Han Sanping pondered for a moment and whispered, “As an art film, the story and subject matter are indeed very novel.

It’s a pity that this film has already been to Berlin, otherwise it could represent the country and win an Oscar.”

To be honest, Han Sanping had never seen this movie by Gu Wei before. Even though he had read the script roughly, he had not studied it carefully and thought it was similar to a traditional art film.

But now I find that the subject matter and plot are very good, and I feel a little regretful. If I hadn't gone to the Berlin Film Festival, would I have had a chance to compete for the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film? But now it's just a thought!
"Mr. Han, what's the pity? We can just let Director Gu shoot another one later." Yu Dong didn't care. In his opinion, the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film is not as profitable as making money.

"I guess he won't have time to make art films in the next one or two years. He'll be busy once his new movie starts." Han Sanping said with regret, "Forget it, there are other big directors. I'll pick the right one this year and send it to him."

Yu Dong naturally knew who Han Sanping was talking about. Apart from "The Flowers of War", no other big director had any new works released in China this year. Of course, "2012" didn't count because it was a Sino-US co-production and was destined not to win a major award even if it was sent to the Oscars.

"In my opinion, the big director is good, but some people are using the name of the movie to promote it recklessly. Whether the movie is good or not is still up to the audience to decide." Yu Dong has not forgotten the grudge with Zhang Weiping, and he would put pressure on him whenever he got the chance.

Han Sanping looked at him and said nothing.

.........

On the stage, each member of the creative team answered one or two questions, and more than half an hour passed.

As usual, the movie premiere is almost over, followed by a cocktail party and banquet.

"I would like to take this opportunity to tell you about the plans of Xingchen Films for the next movie."

After seeing that everyone had answered the questions, Gu Wei glanced at Han Sanping in the audience, picked up the microphone and spoke directly.

"Wow."

"What did Director Gu say, the next movie?"

"You heard that right."

Now, not only the reporters, but also the guests present were no longer sleepy and instantly turned their eyes towards the main stage.

"Speaking of which, the fact that this film was approved is also due to the supervision of Director Han."

Before announcing the film, Gu Wei looked at everyone and mentioned Han Sanding.

For a moment, everyone looked at him, guessing the specific situation in their heads.

"Old Han is really quick." Not far away, Ren Zhonglun sighed with a sour tone and some envy.

However, he just sighed, while Gu Wei on the stage continued to talk. "Before, Avatar swept the domestic box office, and then President Han began to think about domestic special effects blockbusters.

Later, after the filming of "2012" was approved, Director Han kept urging me every few days. You see, without Director Han's supervision, my filming plan for this movie would not have been announced so quickly.

Don’t you think so, Mr. Han? "

"Ha ha!"

Gu Wei's question caused a burst of laughter, especially Han Sanping and Yu Dong, Wang Changtian and others beside him, who also had smiles on their faces.

"Fuck, a special effects movie?"

Careful people react instantly.

"A special effects blockbuster comparable to Avatar and 2012?"

In the auditorium, many people were already discussing in low voices.

"That's right. Xingchen Films' next movie will be a domestic 3D science fiction special effects blockbuster."

"The film is adapted from Liu Cixin's science fiction novel of the same name, The Wandering Earth."

"The initial estimated investment is no less than 1.8 to 2 million US dollars. The script has been completed and filming is expected to start early next year..."

Every word Gu Wei said shocked everyone present.

“A 3D science fiction special effects blockbuster.”

“The production cost was $2 million.”

“Filming will start early next year.”

As soon as he finished speaking, the media reporters became excited. It was big news! Director Gu was really awesome. If he was going to reveal something, he had to choose a big one.

"Director Gu, will the casting for this movie start now?"

“Did you direct this film yourself?”

Except for the reporters, many people present began to breathe heavily because the cake was too big.

It would be terrible if this news spread.

There was not a single actor or artist present who did not have a sparkle in his eyes.

Even the artists from their own company are not doing much better at the moment.

Qin Hao, Chen Minghao and Tong Liya on the stage widened their eyes, while Wan Qian and Zhao Liying in the audience looked at each other.

"Will I have a chance to play a role?" At this moment, this is what they think in their hearts. As for the leading role? Forget it. With an investment of more than 1 billion RMB, such a large project naturally needs to choose an actor who can carry the box office to play the leading role.

For some reason, everyone turned their attention to Liu Yifei on the stage again.

Can she carry the box office? She is the most suitable actress in China at present.

"No way, is it Liu Yifei who is going to star in this again? There's no chance for anyone else to survive."

Their own artist was only thinking about it in his mind, while other celebrity artists in the venue had already started discussing it, and their voices were getting louder and louder.

"Everyone, please be quiet. If you have any questions, please ask them. I will answer them according to the situation."

Seeing that the scene was getting more and more lively, Gu Wei had to stand up and speak loudly.

Sure enough, as soon as he finished speaking, everyone looked at him, expecting more details to be revealed.

"I am personally directing this film. As for the role, I will send out auditions later and conduct a global casting search."

As soon as he finished speaking, Fan Binbin, Li Binbin, Zhou Xun and others were all thoughtful. Global auditions, that means Liu Yifei has not been confirmed for the role, doesn't it mean that they still have a chance.

"Of course, most of the actors in this film will be from mainland China, and the film will be released globally."

The director of a film said it would be released worldwide before filming even started. If it were someone else, everyone would probably sneer at it.

However, when these words came out of Gu Wei's mouth, everyone nodded in belief. After all, he has cooperated with major Hollywood film and television companies and has no shortage of channels in this regard.

"The project will be mainly invested by Xingchen Films and China Film Group. The specific details..."

Han Sanping smiled brightly and looked at Ren Zhonglun and the people from Huayi Company.

"Brother, I understand now. No wonder you gave up your share of "The Chinese Zodiac"? " Wang Zhonglei whispered to Wang Zhongjun. He obviously understood Wang Zhongjun's previous operation and was waiting here.

"Shh, we'll talk when we get back."

"Yeah." Wang Zhonglei nodded and said nothing more.

Fan Binbin, who was standing by, heard the two people talking and his eyes suddenly lit up. It was unknown what he was thinking.

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(End of this chapter)