Chapter 248’s global box office came to an end, breaking the highest record for Chinese directors!
"I have written the script for you, please take a good look at it first."

Chen An handed the script that he had spent two weeks writing to the other party.

Chen Wei took the two scripts and was a little confused. "Why two? And both with the same name?"

"The thinner one is the real script, for you to see. The thicker one is fake, with watered-down content and some messed-up scenes and side plots about the heroine."

Chen An pointed at the script and explained.

"Why go to so much trouble? I come to you to watch the full movie, and you play Infernal Affairs for me?" Chen Wei did not expect the significance of Chen An's move.

"I made two copies of the script. The one I gave you is the one we're actually going to shoot, and the thicker one is a cover-up to give the heroine more scenes to shoot. When the time comes, the editing will be based on the one you gave me."

"Did she break the law? You are so mean to her."

Chen An smiled and said, "After all, the investors specially brought her out for filming, so you should take more photos for her to satisfy her interest in performing."

"Aren't you afraid of getting in trouble?"

"What's there to be afraid of? The contract has already been written. Besides, she will still be the heroine even after the editing."

The contract has been signed, and Chen An only needs to ensure that the other party is the heroine, but he cannot guarantee whether her role is important or not.

If the performance is not up to standard, there is nothing we can do about it, just cut it out.

If there is still money to be made, you can shut the other party up completely.

"You're giving it to me so soon. Are you planning to launch the project?"

Chen Wei asked while holding two copies of the script titled "Lost on Journey: Spring".

"Not yet. Let's wait until 'The Heart Labyrinth' is released. There's still a long time before the Spring Festival next year. We'll shoot next year. I'm going to Hollywood. I'll give you the script first. You should prepare first."

This time, Chen An will not repeat the failure of his previous life and will screen this film during the summer vacation. When the original version of the film was released, many people complained about it, wondering why it was released only at this time when the New Year has already passed.

"Then let's go and watch the finished film first."

"no problem."

Chen An nodded and went to the screening room with the other party to watch the finished film of "The Heart Labyrinth".

With Jiang Wen's involvement, the film has more metaphors than before. It was already brain-burning enough, and now another level is added. I wonder if the audience can handle it?

"How about it?"

"It smells like ginger. You should think about this Lost on Journey: Spring. The first movie Lost on Journey was okay, but once this movie Labyrinth is released, everyone will be able to see the clues. The second movie must be a success."

There were gains and losses, but Jiang Wen’s help and guidance were of great help to my first shoot.

However, if failure comes after losing the other person, all the previous things will be in vain, and you will be accused of not having made the works yourself.

Chen Wei also smiled awkwardly. There was nothing he could do about it because Jiang Wen was the boss. If the movie didn't have the flavor of Jiang Wen, then Jiang Wen wouldn't be Jiang Wen.

The movie is full of his personality!
"But it's okay, just get ready for the release. After Shoplifters, as long as your second movie is successful, you can dispel all doubts." Chen An patted his shoulder and told him to relax.

A director must be able to withstand doubts and criticism, and Zhang Yimou is a role model for this.

No matter what you say, I won't say anything back.

Chen Wei also calmed down, thinking that the most important thing was to make the second part well.

Since the other party gave him the script so far in advance, he would design the shots first, just like he did in Hollywood.

When the time comes, show it to the other party and then make plans. Make good preparations first.

After eight weeks of release.

"Batman Begins"'s North American box office has officially exceeded 300 million US dollars!

The overseas box office has also come to an end, with a total of 2.7 million US dollars in box office. Chen An's film's performance in several major European box offices is still as good as before. East Asian box office also made a lot of contributions.

Eventually, the painting gradually came to an end.

The final box office revenue was set at 5.7 million worldwide, ranking among the top three in the current global box office list!

However, Chen An knew that it would drop to fifth place after the release of "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King".

However, it did break Wu Baige's "Mission Impossible 2" box office record for a Chinese-language director!
This guy who was kicked out by Hollywood was kicked off the list again.

Chen An felt extremely comfortable.

All the doubts about his directing of Batman in the United States were silenced, and countless fans praised him as the "DC savior".

Pray for votes on the Internet to shoot a sequel.

Chen An smiled at this and said that the sequel had been prepared long ago, it just depended on when Warner Bros would get impatient and come knocking on the door.

But the most urgent task is to shoot the new film.

"Chen, although you didn't let me go to China with you, I'm not angry. When do we start filming? I actually saw the shadow of the long-lost western movie in your script!"

Jerry was excited to see Chen An again.

Sometimes he really doubts whether Chen An is really a Chinese?
The script he wrote could actually touch a beautiful Chinese like me so much.

"Have you found my producer and actors?"

"Of course. The Spanish actor agreed without hesitation when he heard your name. Although Heath Ledger declined due to schedule constraints, Josh Brolin also agreed to act. The other actors have also completed their interviews."

Jerry immediately reported the situation.

When Chen An heard this, he wondered if Heath Ledger was still not going to be cast in the film?
In his previous life, he was the original choice of the director for this movie, but he declined due to schedule reasons, so Josh Brulin was chosen. Of course, the effect was not bad and was very good.

But considering that they were planning to work with each other in advance for the second Batman movie, it seems that there is no chance.

"Ok, thanks Jerry, with your help it's much easier to set up the crew. You are indeed the best producer."

"Then of course we are the most suitable partners, although I don't understand why you chose that Spanish actor!"

"Because he's suitable."

Chen An smiled and didn't explain too much. The truth will be revealed during the filming.

If you ask about the most classic killer image in film history, don’t consider those before the 90s.

There is only the killer Leon in the popular Chinese TV series "Léon: The Professional".

The bald killer 47 and the John Wick who will take your life have not appeared yet.

And the villain of this movie, the mushroom-headed killer played by the Spanish actor Javier Bardem!
It doesn't need any cool skills, weird looks, or unusual thinking patterns. Just standing quietly in front of you can make you feel scared!
Although he was jokingly called the wig mushroom head his true self, the character was undoubtedly fully portrayed by him.

"The crew has been assembled and can start work at any time. According to your request, the filming location is chosen in Taiwan. I originally thought it would be filmed in Mexico."

Jerry thought the best place to shoot this 1980s Western-style film would be in Mexico, but Chen An refused.

The reason for rejection was that it was too dangerous.

Chen An felt that he was only here to make a movie. He had no choice but to go to Africa last time, not to die. Drug dealers were rampant in that place, and he didn't dare to go there.

"There's no need for that. We have shooting locations locally. Let's start work in a few days. I'll take a few days off first." Chen An shook his head and refused again.

The original version was filmed in the United States, and the effect is quite good.

Although other movies may be modified during filming, it is better to stick to the original version for this movie. Safety first!

(End of this chapter)