Chapter 544 Wasted

The film market in the industry is booming, but the project of a film like "The Crossing" was not approved.

It still blew up the entire network.

Sina Entertainment: "The mainland version of the Titanic officially sets sail."

Sohu Entertainment: "Director John Woo said frankly that this is an epic masterpiece. It is impossible to explain the length of a traditional two-hour movie. It may be divided into two parts, just like the original "Red Cliff."

Penguin Entertainment: "Zhang Ziyi, Jin Chengwu, Huang Xiaoming, Song Hye Kyo, and Tong Dawei all said in interviews that they were very honored to be able to participate in this movie..."

The top producers, top directors, top production team, and top cast are still top-notch.

So naturally, the attention this movie received was top-notch, and even Gu Wei, who was on the other side of the ocean, was shown off to others.

Who else but Han Sanping could show off?

"It is definitely a 3D epic movie on par with Titanic. From the script to the casting, several investors were involved. There was no problem at all. The director was only responsible for filming it."

Han Sanping shouted solemnly and with full confidence.

Why did Gu Wei feel so uncomfortable when he heard this?

He really wanted to tell Han Sanping that if the director is just a tool in the filming of a movie, then the movie is not far from being a failure.

Not to mention that the director is John Woo. Since when have those Hong Kong directors been so easily manipulated? I'm afraid the final film will not be what the investors expected.

But now that things have come to this, Gu Wei's words would only make Han Sanping feel uncomfortable, so he simply asked:
"Director Han, how much is the current investment?"

Gu Wei asked tentatively, mainly out of concern for Han Sanping.

"Director John Woo's idea is to make it into two parts, just like Red Cliff.

Our latest investment budget is 4 million yuan. If it is not enough later, we will continue to add more.

Of course, it can't be compared with your "The Wandering Earth". Your movie is enough to make three "The Crossing", haha."

Damn, how can they be the same?

I was making a special effects blockbuster, and all the money was spent on technology. If we really talk about the crew, there were only about a thousand people at the peak period.

But this movie "The Crossing" is different. Several thousand people are not considered a lot.

After hearing this number, Gu Wei didn't know what to say. So much money was just wasted by the other party?
What an epic blockbuster! The slogan of "Red Cliff" was also the same, but the audience only remembered Kurosawa Chiling's words: "Mengmeng, stand up."

But at this point, Gu Wei really didn't know what to say.

This movie should be Han Sanping's last big investment before he stepped down.

To be honest, the reason why the so-called blockbusters in the mainland have huge investments is really because there are so many people involved.

From "Hero" and "The Promise" to the current "The Crossing", in terms of the number of crew members, China is really no worse than Hollywood.

It's just that I clicked the wrong skill point and the direction was a little off.

"Then let's hope that Mr. Han and China Film's investment this time can produce a blockbuster that will be a historic success." Gu Wei said quietly.

"Haha, that's for sure." Han Sanping was not modest either.

Hearing Han Sanping's wanton laughter, Gu Wei remembered that he was retiring, so he opened his mouth and said, "Boss Han, is the time really set?"

The other end of the phone fell silent for a moment, and after a long moment he sighed, "It's the end of the year, and the higher-ups have issued a notice."

Hearing this, Gu Wei understood what he meant. It seemed that the handover process had already been arranged, which meant that someone would accept it by the beginning of next year at the latest. Saying it in advance also gave Han Sanping some buffer time.

“Then let’s schedule The Wandering Earth to be released during the National Day holiday,” Gu Wei said slowly.

He started dealing with Han Sanping since his second film, when the latter was still the vice chairman and general manager.

To be honest, Han Sanping has done a lot of drastic things over the years.

In particular, his unremitting support for domestic commercial films and commercial blockbusters has made a great contribution to the development of the industry.

Of course, he also took good care of Gu Wei. Although there was an exchange of interests between the two parties, it is impossible to say that there was no affection after so many years.

"Okay, I'll be satisfied to see the first domestically produced 3D blockbuster being released." Han Sanping was silent for a while on the other end of the phone before he spoke.

To be honest, several investors have discussed the release time of "The Wandering Earth" several times, and everyone thinks that it is safest to choose the Lunar New Year holiday.

Although the National Day and Spring Festival periods in the past two years have been equally good, the Lunar New Year period is still the period with the highest box office every year.

Gu Wei meant to use the box office revenue from this movie to give Han Sanping a helping hand, and the other party understood that.

"Two months is enough," Han Sanping continued.

"Yeah." Hearing this, Gu Wei replied.

Both parties have a tacit understanding. After all, it is certain that the movie will be postponed and there will be no surprises.

As for the overseas box office, Gu Wei had already considered it.

Instead of competing with "The Hunger Games 11" and "The Hobbit 12" in North America in November and December for the domestic Lunar New Year box office, it would be better to release it two months in advance and compete with "Sin City 2" and "Thor 2".

Perhaps feeling the atmosphere was a bit dull, Han Sanping joked, "You say you're retiring, but how can you really retire? I've worked in this industry all my life and can't leave it anymore, haha." "That's right, when the time comes, come to the company and register your name, and we'll continue working together, haha."

"You kid, are you waiting for me here?" Han Sanping neither agreed nor objected, but he felt a little touched and felt that he had not chosen the wrong person.

"Okay, let's not talk about this anymore. When the movie comes out, come back and we'll have a good chat about it."

What Han Sanping meant by chat was just a simple chat. As for the issue of box office sharing that he had mentioned to Gu Wei before.

Firstly, Gu Wei felt that the timing was not right. He had just failed last year. If he failed this year, he would have no chance in the future.

Secondly, as Han Sanping's retirement time is getting closer, he is not so ambitious anymore. Although it is a bit regrettable, life can never be perfect!
After finishing their business, the two started chatting again. Han Sanping joked that he would set up a few tables before he retired at the end of the year, and then everyone could have fun together.

Gu Wei asked about Han Jianv's recent situation. He felt quite sad when he learned that she was writing the script and heard Han Sanping's disappointed tone.

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After participating in the interview with Sina Entertainment, I saw that the box office of "Special Identity" has stabilized.

Wu Jing naturally set off as soon as possible, preparing to return to the crew and continue filming.

When he was interviewed, his introduction and positive comments about the movie "Wolf Warrior" were naturally also posted online.

“A military-themed movie, and they invested 200 million?

A novice director who has just started out, just wait for the loss to happen."

Wang Zhonglei looked at the news and sneered.

"Gu Wei is a little irrational this time. Even if he has money, he can't just throw it away, right?"

Companies such as Guangguang, Stellar Media, and Orange Sky all have almost the same view: Star Film and Television Company will definitely lose money on this investment.

Even if the script was written by Gu Wei, it still cannot change the overall market environment.

As for Bona's Yu Dong, he is keeping an eye on this movie all the time, after all, his company is also filming "Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy"!
As for Han Sanping of China Film Group, he gave orders to increase coverage of past military strategist-themed films through central media.

He has a hunch that this time Xingchen Films might be able to bring another surprise, and once successful, this type of film will have a second spring.

So, what Wu Jing didn't expect was that his film "Wolf Warrior" which was still being filmed had already attracted a lot of attention...

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"Chinese Partners" was officially announced to be completed at Huairou Film and Television Base.

At the wrap party, besides director Ning Hao, Huang Xiaoming was naturally the most handsome guy.

In the past two years, the leader has formed a clear gap with other mainland male stars in terms of film resources.

"Partners" has just ended, and "The Crossing" has already been confirmed to start filming.

"Hello, Xiao Ming, I'm a reporter from Sina Entertainment. Will you continue to star in the movie Painted Skin 3 directed by Wu Ershan?"

"Well, Director Wu Ershan has already contacted me, but considering the schedule, it needs to be kept secret for the time being."

When Huang Xiaoming said this, Lei Jiayin next to him had envy in his eyes. They were also filming a movie, but he was too busy and might even need the crew to wait for him.

I have just finished filming this one and I don’t know where the next one will be.

"Well, I have to keep working hard. Compared to others, my start is already good enough." Lei Jiayin thought silently in his heart.

At the wrap-up party, in addition to Huang Xiaoming, the other male lead Deng Chao was asked most about the movie "Breakup Guru".

Guangguang has announced that the film will be released in mid-June, so media reporters naturally did not miss any opportunity to obtain the material.

Deng Chao also seized the opportunity and took the chance to promote it.

Song Ge from Xingchen Film and Television naturally came to attend the wrap-up party, but he didn't expect to run into his old acquaintance Wang Changtian.

Looking at the big boss Wang in front of him, Song Ge couldn't help feeling a little guilty. Well, before he could feel guilty for a while, Wang Changtian came over and greeted him cheerfully.

"Mr. Song, the filming of the movie has been completed. Don't worry about the promotion and marketing. There will be no problem."

The main force in the promotion and marketing of "The Wandering Earth" is China Film, while Wanda and Light Media, which helped, can only get a small share.

So when "Partners" was just launched, Big Wang got the distribution rights from Gu Wei, otherwise he would not have seen him at the wrap-up party.

"Leave it to Mr. Wang, then I'll feel relieved." Seeing Mr. Wang patting his chest and making the promise, Song Ge suddenly felt that he was overthinking.

He felt that the other party probably didn't guess that it was him who scared him from behind, but Song Ge had no idea that Wang Changtian had already reacted.

But that’s how life is, you have to keep eating and keep making money.

Who cares about Zhao Yanzi's life or death? Anyway, Guangguang is not losing money.

Seeing the two of them being so close and loving is a true reflection of the entertainment industry. There is no such thing as fighting and killing in the industry. All that matters is human relationships and worldly wisdom…

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(End of this chapter)