Wang Zhongjun saw that Tang An didn't seem to be joking, and countless thoughts flashed through his mind.
"Director Tang's "Shark Beach" and "Horror Cruise" created a craze for horror films in China. Now that we have to choose a new genre, of course I have to accompany it. Don't let outsiders say that we don't have science fiction blockbusters in the mainland!"
After weighing the situation, Wang Zhongjun did not give up the idea of investing.
He believed that Tang An's two consecutive successes were not accidental or due to luck.
Since he decided to make a science fiction film, he must be fully prepared.
Who could have believed before that a horror film like "Cruise of Terror" could earn 60 million at the box office and be about to become the annual box office champion?
Horror movies can be successful, but science fiction movies can’t be successful!
Wang Zhongjun's decisiveness made Tang An look at him differently. It seemed that few people who could reach this position were fools.
Since he is a smart person, Tang An doesn't mind letting him invest in it. Huayi is also one of the top film and television companies in the country, and it would be nice to have multiple helpers.
"Then it's settled. We'll discuss the specific situation in detail at that time. We might even ask Director Wang for some actors to come over!" Tang An said with a smile.
"Huayi's artists are at Director Tang's disposal. When the time comes, Director Tang can just take away whoever he likes!" Wang Zhongjun laughed.
After chatting for a few more words, Wang Zhongjun left.
Wu Bo stared coldly at Wang Zhongjun's leaving figure, then approached Tang An.
He chuckled and said, "What were Director Tang and Director Wang talking about just now!"
"I didn't say anything. Director Wang was a little interested in my new film, so I chatted a few more words!" Tang An said with a smile.
"Oh, actually I'm also curious about what surprises Director Tang can bring us. Will the new film be a horror film?"
"As the saying goes, only three things come true. I have already made two horror films in a row. Now it's time to change the genre. I plan to make a science fiction blockbuster for my next film!"
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Like Wang Zhongjun, Wu Bo was also full of doubts.
"Director Tang is not joking, there seems to be no precedent for making a science fiction blockbuster in China!" Wu Bo laughed twice and said tentatively.
The sweet-looking girl behind him also had a surprised look on her face, her eyes were full of doubts, and her mouth unconsciously opened into an O shape.
Her little head was spinning rapidly, searching through her memories. There was no domestic director who had ever made a science fiction film, let alone a blockbuster.
This is a subject that only major Hollywood directors would touch upon.
"Why would I joke with Director Wu about such a thing? My next movie is a science fiction blockbuster, and I already have the first draft of the script!"
Wu Bo instantly lost interest in making science fiction blockbusters in the country, a subject where death is inevitable!
I sighed secretly in my heart, Tang An was too young after all. Young people always like to be new and different, thinking that they are the ones who break the old rules.
He then thought about it, it is a good thing when young people suffer some setbacks, and they will be able to settle down in the future.
He still didn't give up the idea of recruiting Tang An.
After chatting for a while, Wu Bo also left, but left the sweet long-legged girl with Tang An, saying that she admired Tang An very much and hoped to chat more with him.
Wang Zhongjun on Tang An's side, who was still paying attention in the distance, noticed Wu Bo's expression after turning around, and felt a sense of disdain in his heart.
Short-sighted!
A few million can buy the favor of a director with box office appeal!
And, maybe there will still be a surprise this time!
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"Tangyan?"
Tang An stared at the little girl in front of him with interest.
If I remember correctly, she should be 22 years old this year. She just took on the first costume TV series last year and played a small role in it.
Seeing Tang An staring at him, Tang Yan felt a little embarrassed.
"Director Tang."
"Did you graduate this year?"
"not yet!"
"Beijing Film or China Theater?"
"Mid-show!"
"How old are you?"
“I’ve finished my junior year of college!”
Tang Yan didn't know what Tang An was going to say, so he could only answer questions one by one.
"Can you take on a role in your junior year?"
"Can!"
"Well, that's it, there will be a small role in two months, and the scenes will last less than a week, so you can free up your schedule!"
"Ah... ok." Tang Yan nodded mechanically and didn't react until he said the words.
Does this give yourself a role?
Just chatted for a few words?
Tang An didn't care what her expression was, and continued, "Let's go find your Director Wu, I have something else to do, let's talk next time!"
After saying that, Tang An walked towards Wang Jianyuan and the others, leaving Tang Yan with a confused face.
To be honest, 22-year-old Tang Yan really fits her silly and sweet persona.
Apart from the costumes and dressing up, it is almost the same as TV series such as "The Three Daughters of the Xia Family" and "Awakening from Love".
But she’s really cute and has long legs!
Tang An shook his head, quickly put away those innocent thoughts, and came to Wang Jianyuan and Yu Dong.
"Mr. Wang, Dong Yu, what are you talking about?"
"Of course I'm talking about you, Director Tang. Lao Yu just said that the movies they released in the first half of this year can't keep up with your "Horror Cruise"!" Wang Jianyuan laughed.
"Dr. Yu is joking. The National Day movie "Myth" will be released soon. I've seen this movie at least worth the box office of two "Terror Cruise" films!" Tang An waved his hand.
Speaking of "Myth", Yu Dong was still very happy.
Last year's "New Police Story" was produced by China Film and Berner Co., Ltd. was jointly responsible for the mainland distribution. This year, the Berner family alone won the mainland distribution rights, which is enough for Yu Dong to make a lot of money.
"Director Tang just talked about the new film, when are you going to start filming?" Yu Dong asked again.
"Try to start at the end of October. There are only two months of shooting. It will be too cold any later!"
"Is it still going to be released in the summer?"
"Yes, the summer schedule is more suitable!"
"In that case, would Director Tang be interested in handing it over to us, Bernard, for distribution? The fee is easy to negotiate!" Yu Dong said with squinted eyes, not caring that the Director of China Film Distribution Department was standing next to him.
When Wang Jianyuan heard this, he immediately feigned anger and said, "Lao Yu, you are not being kind. I am always responsible for the distribution of Director Tang's films!"
At the same time, he did not forget to make up for the damage, "This summer's "Seven Swords" directed by Xu Ke failed to win after three rounds of negotiations, and now he is eyeing director Tang's new film!"
Yu Dong just smiled and was not angry.
One is the director of China Film Distribution Department, and the other was previously in charge of distribution at Beijing Film Studio. The two have cooperated and competed for many years.
After chatting for a while, Tang An mentioned the share of "Terror Cruise" to Wang Jianyuan. He wanted to see if he could wait for the movie to be finished and divide the settled part of the movie with the theaters first. He would start preparing for a new movie by then.
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Looking at Tang An's leaving figure, Wang Jianyuan looked at Yu Dong with some confusion.
"Why didn't you mention investing?"
"Don't worry, Wang Zhongjun and Wu Bo have approached him before. Even if I can get a share, I probably won't be able to get much. Distribution is the key point!" Yu Dong mused.
"Thank you Lao Wang this time!"
"Why are you saying thank you? Although the two distribution companies have a low share ratio, the cost is also low, and the final box office is higher!" Wang Jianyuan waved his hand.
In the past two years, Yu Dong has almost monopolized the distribution of Heung Kong films in the mainland. He has even adopted a full-year package model for some Heung Kong companies' films, buying the other company's full-year film distribution rights before the films are produced.
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However, this year "Seven Swords" has investment from Oriental Pictures, and Huayi has a hand in the already approved "Baby Project". The distribution rights of the two blockbusters were handed over to Yu Dong, who began to have the idea of entering the film and television production industry in an all-round way.
Tang An's films naturally became the first choice.
However, Bernard's foundation is still in film distribution, and obtaining distribution rights first is the most important thing.
There is a reason why Wang Jianyuan is so happy to let Yu Donglai share a piece of cake.
Han Sanping has been confirmed to take over as the chairman of China Film Group Corporation in 2007. The deputy director in charge of his job has left, and the pressure on his head has been reduced.
But he must prove that the distribution department he leads alone is no worse than the one Han Sanping was in charge of before. Tang An's new film next year will be when he will make a mark.
With the cooperation of the two strongest domestic distributors, as long as Tang An's new film maintains its current level, it will not be a dream to hit the 100 million yuan mark!
Only by releasing a movie with a box office of over 100 million can he prove Wang Jianyuan's ability!
Even competing for the vice chairman position vacated by Han Sanping is not impossible!