When the trailer of "Ghost Blows Out the Lantern" was released, many people had actually expected that this drama would be very popular.
But no one expected that it could be so high.
Although only five episodes are broadcast a week, these five episodes alone show the story of Hu Bayi and Fatty Wang's journey to the entire general's tomb.
It can be regarded as completely igniting the audience's enthusiasm for watching the drama.
The cumulative views in two days directly reached 300 million.
Although it is not as good as the initial results of Shebao, Shebao achieved the results by relying on Xu Ji to release the warm-up in advance.
"Ghost Blowing the Lamp" itself has a short promotion cycle. Except for a promotional video released in advance, in fact, its promotion is still inferior to several dramas on the three major platforms at the same time.
But even so, 300 million is already a very terrifying result.
It is certain that it will become a hit drama.
Moreover, the score of the drama itself on Huaban.com directly reached 86 points.
Although this score is much lower than the previous score of 92, it is definitely considered a very good reputation.
As long as the follow-up can keep the plot from collapsing, it will be enough to end with more than 8 points.
The most important thing is the data. As soon as it was aired, it crushed the new dramas on other platforms in the same period.
And it also stole a lot of viewers.
Including Penguin Video, several other platforms have also discovered that after the launch of "Ghost Blowing the Lamp", the number of views of their new dramas has dropped significantly.
Fortunately for Kiwi, after all, they had decisively given up on large-scale publicity plans when the trailer for "Ghost Blowing the Lamp" was released.
In the following period, the cost of publicity and distribution will also be saved.
But Penguin and Tudou are in dire straits. Some time ago, both companies invested tens of millions in publicity every day.
At this time, the data for his new drama suddenly collapsed, and the promotion fee was completely lost.
Of course, no one probably expected that Xu Ji, the screenwriter of "Ghost Blowing the Lamp" and the owner of Tongji Entertainment, as the instigator, did not pay attention to this matter at this time, but had already gone abroad.
"I feel like this is quite suitable."
"But we still need to create many scenes ourselves."
"After all, everything is going to be destroyed in the end."
In a small country in the Middle East, Xu Ji and several assistant directors came in advance to search for suitable filming locations.
Although the background of "Operation Red Sea" is set in some war-torn small countries.
But it’s definitely still impossible to actually go there to film.
The only option is to choose some relatively safe countries nearby.
After hearing what one of the assistant directors said, Xu Ji also nodded.
He actually has comparison pictures of movie locations in his mind. Although it takes time to find the location, it is not difficult to make accurate judgments.
After walking around for a day, Xu Ji and the others have almost completed their mission this time.
Back at the hotel, Xu Ji made a video call to Sha Yetong as usual.
In fact, if it weren't for the location selection task this time, maybe Sha Yetong would have come along.
It took about a week to select the location, and we basically determined some main shooting locations.
Arranging the assistant director to coordinate the location shooting, and also dispatching some tasks that required his own scenery creation, Xu Ji himself was free.
During this time, we need to wait for the domestic crew to arrive, as well as the actors who have been trained in advance in the army.
At present, there is no way to start filming "Operation Red Sea".
Tongji Entertainment’s current crew is considered to be at the top of the industry.
So Xu Ji basically no longer has to do everything by himself like before.
Most things can be done very well by others.
But at this time, director Chen Jinyu of Tongji Entertainment called.
"Director Xu, "Fireworks in the Day" has been shortlisted for the National Film Festival!
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Hearing Chen Jinyu's excited tone, Xu Ji was a little surprised.
The main reason is that after I gave the other party the script, in fact, apart from watching the original film from time to time as a producer, I didn’t pay much attention to it afterwards.
According to his understanding, the film has been completed, but has not yet been sent for review.
I don’t know when Chen Jinyu sent this film to the National Film Festival for competition.
As one of the three major film festivals in Europe, it goes without saying that it is famous.
And compared to the previous Tunis Film Festival where "He, Mr. Tree" was shortlisted, Conner itself actually prefers films that balance both art and business.
The Tunis Film Festival places more emphasis on the artistry of films.
Therefore, it is easier to see some well-known European and American superstars at the National Film Festival.
More ordinary people will pay attention to this film festival.
"Congratulations! Are you and Wan Rongli planning to attend the National Film Festival recently?"
Although Xu Ji was a little surprised, he congratulated him immediately.
Although he is indeed the screenwriter, he is also the core character of the movie.
But when a movie is shortlisted, the director will definitely get the most attention.
"If it weren't for us, Director Xu, you would have to go, and you are also shortlisted!"
Chen Jinyu said very happily.
Then Xu Ji found out that he was shortlisted for the Best Screenplay Award at this time.
Wan Rongli was nominated for Best Actor.
On the contrary, director Chen Jinyu was not shortlisted for any awards.
However, as a director, I definitely plan to participate in the National Film Festival.
After all, there has been no film shortlisted for National Film Festival in China for several years.
There is a Bonham Film Festival, but they are basically films that get in by deliberately trying to please the jury.
There is no need to talk about winning awards.
On the contrary, Liu Baofeng, the only actor who recently won the Tunisian Best Actor, is a rare actor who has appeared internationally.
"Director Xu, are you going this time?"
Chen Jinyu suddenly thought that Xu Ji seemed to be filming a new movie now.
Given the other party’s personality, he may not necessarily participate.
After all, there have been quite a few award ceremonies where Xu Ji was let go, or someone was directly asked to accept it on his or her behalf.
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Or simply ask the organizer to send it to him.
It's not that he's a big name or anything, it's mainly because Xu Ji's various identities combined make him really busy and he can't spare any time.
Even if it is one of the three major film festivals in Europe, it is not surprising that Xu Ji does not attend Chen Jinyu.
Of course, he knew very well how important Xu Ji was to the film.
So I still hope that Xu Ji can go with me.
"What time is it?"
Hearing Xu Ji's words, Chen Jinyu quickly replied, "The screening of the films shortlisted for the film festival will begin tomorrow."
"The award ceremony will be in three days."
Xu Ji calculated the time and estimated that it would take a few weeks for "Operation Red Sea" to officially start filming.
It's not too late.
So I agreed.
"Let's meet at Guona's place then."
Chen Jinyu heard Xu Ji's words and agreed wholeheartedly.
Although he was not shortlisted as a director, Xu Ji was shortlisted for Best Screenplay, and Wan Rongli successfully joined the competition for Best Actor.
Under such circumstances, he naturally felt proud.
Three days later, a small seaside city in Europa, Guina.
Although this is a tourist city in normal times, the number of tourists is actually not very large.
But when the National Film Festival is held every year, it happens to be the busiest time.
Basically it can be described as overcrowded.
In addition to some people in the industry, there are also many ordinary people from abroad who come to the film festival.
After all, on this day, you are likely to have the opportunity to meet celebrities that you rarely see.
And although there are many countries in Europe, its area is actually not very large.
It is very easy to go abroad and so on, and many Europeans come here without spending a lot of money.
In addition, there are also people from other countries.
For example, over in the United States, there are also many people who come to join in the fun.
There are still quite a few stars in the United States who have been shortlisted for film festivals.
"Director Xu, I didn't expect that this room would be so difficult to book."
"And this National Film Festival doesn't even provide accommodation."
At this time, on Guona Street, Xu Ji, Chen Jinyu and Wan Rongli who had come from here finally met.
But the process is a bit tortuous.
A small city like Guona has suddenly seen an influx of so many people during this period.
It simply cannot bear it.
Hotels and other facilities were all booked a month ago.
And "Fireworks in the Day" was shortlisted for the film festival only recently, so Chen Jinyu naturally had no time to make any preparations.
What surprised him even more was that so many people would come to this film festival.
The organizer has not yet prepared accommodation for these shortlisted filmmakers.
"It's okay, can't I sleep anywhere?"
Xu Ji pointed at the tents that could be seen everywhere on the street.
Obviously, because it cannot accommodate so many people, the city of Guona simply thought of this method.
Just let the tourists stay overnight.
At this time, Xu Ji saw that there was more than one store selling outdoor products on this street.
Xu Jidu wondered whether these shops were not open normally, but during the few days they were open during the National Film Festival, they made enough money for a year.
After Chen Jinyu heard Xu Ji's words, he still felt a little guilty.
I felt it was inappropriate to let a big boss like Xu Ji follow me and set up a tent on the street to live directly.
Xu Ji doesn’t matter.
Moreover, Xu Ji and the others are basically not well-known in Europe.
Even if you spend the night on the street, you won't be harassed by excited fans or anything like that.
"Then I'll buy a tent!"
Wan Rongli took the initiative and said.
Because he found that if the two of them continued chatting like this, the tents would probably be sold out by then.
Xu Ji and the other two bought suitable sleeping bags, tents and other things for spending the night outdoors.
Then I found a pretty good location in a nearby alley and started preparing my own place on the spot.
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During this period, some Chinese people recognized Xu Ji and came forward to ask for autographs and photos.
But none of them were that excited. After all, during the National Film Festival, stars appearing at the National Film Festival can be seen everywhere.
What surprised Xu Ji was that fans mentioned that Zang Sheng, the top-tier director who participated in this year's gift film like him, also came.
However, it seems that the other party participated as a member of the judging panel.
Compared to Xu Ji, Zang Sheng is actually more familiar with these foreign film festivals, given his age and qualifications.
Zang Sheng was also shortlisted for the National Film Festival, but he did not win the final award.
And it was almost twenty years ago.
Xu Ji and Zang Sheng were not familiar with each other in the first place, and the other party was from Phoenix Entertainment.
It is normal to say that some of them are difficult to deal with.
Even if we meet, it would probably be nice to say hello.
Xu Ji and the other three had just finished pitching their tents when several foreigners soon walked into the alley.
The leader, a middle-aged bald man, saw that someone had already set up a tent and seemed to be ready to turn around and leave.
But suddenly I saw Xu Ji’s face again.
"Xu!
”
The other party suddenly shouted excitedly, startling Xu Ji.
Then at some point, the other party rushed in front of him.
“iyurnuber-nefan!
(I am your number one fan)"
Xu Ji was stunned by the other party's operation.
His English is indeed not very good and he failed the college entrance examination.
But that was before, but since I got a special memory like that, my photographic memory, coupled with the English foundation in my memory, I can actually understand what the other person is saying.
However, facing such enthusiastic foreign fans, Xu Ji was a little embarrassed and could only politely say thank you.
"Xu, your shot of "Infernal Affairs" was so good!"
The bald middle-aged man praised.
His expression is full of adoration.
Xu Ji also didn't expect that the other party had actually watched "Infernal Affairs".
After all, this movie has not been released abroad, but I heard from Youman that it probably sold the copyright on foreign video platforms.
Of course, as far as he knows, although "Infernal Affairs" stars two international movie stars, Long Zewei and Wu Zihao, its popularity abroad has not reached an exaggerated level.
Just like in a previous life, the foreign remake of "Infernal Affairs" actually won foreign awards and received rave reviews.
But in fact, many foreigners don’t know that this movie is actually a remake.
After the excitement, the foreigners began to introduce themselves.
The other party's name is Rafael Cooley, and he is a producer.
And it is also owned by Lianye Films, one of the eight major film studios in the United States.
When he heard Raphael Cooley's name, Wan Rongli was a little surprised, because he also knew him.
One of the very famous producers in the United States.
He has produced many fine films.
Following Rafael Cooley, there are two other people, both from Lianye Pictures. One of them is his assistant, and the other is also a producer, but he is not famous.
At least I haven’t heard of it in Wanrongli.
Xu Ji was a little surprised at first that he could meet the other party.
But it’s normal to think about it, after all, this is the city where the National Film Festival is held.
Except for some ordinary people who come to join in the fun and watch the celebrities, they are basically all traveling together.
Rafael Cooley was not ready to leave at this time, and started to set up a tent directly next to Xu Ji and the others.
But while Raphael asked his assistant to help him set up his tent, he also chatted with Xu Ji.
"Xu, I think you should come to the United States for development!"