"Are you going to eat here at night? It's more lively when there are more people."
"Uh... Madam, that's too much trouble."
Chen Xiulian said to her eldest daughter-in-law Luo Jingwen: "You should be careful when you are pregnant and go back to the room with me. Don't let the wind blow too much when you are pregnant, to prevent you from getting into trouble? If you don't pay attention when you are young, you will suffer when you are old."
"Well, I listen to my mother." Luo Jingwen behaved very well.
"Okay, you guys continue chatting. I feel a little exhausted. I'll go back and take a nap." Chen Xiulian stood up, waved her hands to the others and said, "Don't stand up. You don't have to be too polite. You're not allowed to do that tonight."
Just eat here while I go and take a nap for half an hour."
Si Wanru stood up and supported Chen Xiulian; "Mom, let me help you go back and rest."
"good."
Watching his mother leave, Wang Yaocheng greeted everyone; "Everyone, sit down and continue chatting. I haven't been back to the United States for more than two months. Brother Bai Ming, what are the work arrangements for Marvel Entertainment this year?"
Huang Baiming said: "Chairman, Marvel Entertainment plans to shoot four A-level commercial productions this year, as well as some small and medium-cost productions.
Among commercial films, except for "Blade Runner 3", filming has been completed and is preparing to start filming in North America during the summer.
There is also Mr. Huang Yiyu's script "The God of Death", which was directed and filmed by Mr. Huang Yiyu himself. It is nearing the completion of post-production and the film is scheduled to be released on August 15th.
In the second half of the year, we plan to collaborate with Mr. Jackie Chan on "Rush Hour," and we have an A-level commercial film script in hand, which is tentatively scheduled to be "Black and White."
Wang Yaocheng frowned and repeated it again; "The name "Black and White" is not good. It means differentiating skin color and can easily arouse the association of civil rights groups, even if the starting point is good."
"How about "The Detective"?" Zeng Zhiwei interjected.
"Isn't "The Detective" just like "The Detective" with a mistake? It's inappropriate. This word has the meaning of ridicule and derogation in English. Americans can use it, but we can't use it."
Americans can use it, but we can't...
Huang Baiming and Zeng Zhiwei chewed Wang Yaocheng's words carefully and found their meaning more and more profound.
In any case, Marvel Animation is a company controlled by Chinese tycoons. Just like Columbia, Sony Pictures, and Paramount, which have been squeezed out of Hollywood, all have Japanese backgrounds. Marvel Entertainment is also an alternative in Hollywood.
Hollywood is the traditional domain of Jews, and the other five major film companies are backed by Jewish capital. This is also part of the strong voice of Jews in American politics.
The closed small circles at the upper echelon of Hollywood have always been wary of Japanese capital and Chinese film companies invading their traditional fields. This is the real reason why Wang Yaocheng insists on establishing his own distribution channels.
In the West, the Yellow Peril theory does not simply refer to China.
In the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, it mainly referred to the aggressive foreign trade policy of the Fuso Kingdom, the flood of high-quality products, and the nodding and hunched economic animal.
After all, Hollywood is the home base of the Americans. Here, the situation of Marvel Entertainment can be imagined, and it must be more cautious than the local Americans.
Wang Yaocheng once said;
We are Chinese, and we should never forget that we are Chinese. We should not just be limited to our Chinese identity. We should look at it from a global and inclusive perspective and go to work. This is the profound meaning.
In 1996, Hollywood released 571 films, with revenue reaching 5.33 billion U.S. dollars. It was the most important driver of American cultural invasion of the world.
Judging from the box office around the world, Hollywood films dominate Europe, accounting for 60-70% of the total box office in Moscow. The once-splendid Russian domestic films only account for 3-4%, facing the dilemma of total annihilation.
Also in Asia
Hollywood films account for 59% of the box office in China, more than half of the box office in Hong Kong, 45% in India, and 36% of the box office in China. The new Hollywood wave is surging around the world and is the vanguard of American culture.
The United States attaches great importance to this important public opinion position.
More than 1/3 of the more than 3,000 colleges and universities across the country offer film-related courses, and 9,228 film and television courses are offered in 1,067 universities, with more than 100,000 film and television-related students.
Only California, where Hollywood is located;
A total of 86 colleges and universities at junior college or above have established majors that can award degrees, 63 of which award master's degrees, and 14 which award doctoral degrees.
In 1996, there were more than 13,600 college students (including master's and doctoral students) on campus, which shows its popularity.
This means that in the relaxed environment of the 1990s, the Americans had just won a textbook victory in the Cold War and the Gulf War, and their self-confidence was unlimited.
Although they shout fiercely, they believe in their hearts that China is an opportunity, not a challenge. Only Chinese capital can enter the highly sensitive field of Hollywood.
so;
Wang Yaocheng is very concerned about the actions of Marvel Entertainment. He hopes to convey his caution to the company's controllers and not touch things that are too sensitive and stir up the sensitive nerves of white Americans.
Huang Baiming and Zeng Zhiwei truly understood what the chairman meant and nodded;
"Chairman, what do you think of the name of "Strike"?"
"It doesn't have enough comedy. It sounds more like a hot gunfight movie. It can't catch the attention of target users very well. Using this name may lose some viewers. Well, the characters of the two male protagonists, police detectives, tend to be
Funny, not popular, or... the title "Second-rate Police Detective" can be considered."
"'Second-rate Police Detective' is really good." Huang Baiming said thoughtfully; "In the script of the film, a group of idol-level and beloved police detectives can be established in the police station, which contrasts the low-levelness of the two male protagonists.
, this kind of comedy tension will be stronger, and many good ideas have come to my mind."
"When I heard the name of this movie, I was inspired." Zeng Zhiwei smiled like a trumpet Maitreya Buddha; "There are many comedy plots that can be used. I believe there are enough laughs to poke the audience. Now I am
The film has more confidence.”
"Then let's watch "The Second-Rate Detective". It sounds very comedic, makes people want to watch it, and is very topical."
"agree."
The matter has just been settled. The fourth A-level commercial production produced by Marvel Entertainment in 1997 will be named "Second Detective", and Adam Sandra will be invited to play the role of the heroic detective in the drama.
This is an unlucky guy who can have convulsions and can make the audience laugh inadvertently.
The other black male protagonist has the image of a street gangster and plays a funny role in the film.
There are many black movie stars who can choose from this kind of role. The scope is very wide, and there are many black movie stars who are suitable for this kind of role, including Chris Tucker, one of the two leading actors in "Rush Hour".
Famous black comedy stars Andy Murphy, Martin Lawrence, Don Cheadle, etc. There are so many to choose from.
From a producer’s rigorous perspective;
Chris Tucker should be kicked off the reserve list first, because judging from the schedule, "Rush Hour", which he collaborated with Cheng Long, was released not long ago, and the time between the two commercial blockbusters is too short.
If the performance in the first film is too brilliant, the audience will be obviously disappointed, which will affect the excitement of subsequent films.
In fact, Chris Tucker's performance in "Rush Hour" really stole a lot of the limelight from Cheng Long. This guy has too much desire to perform.
The famous comedy star Andy Murphy should be able to rule out that his salary is too high and his agent will definitely want a share of the box office.
It is estimated that the remuneration will not be less than 12 million U.S. dollars, and can reach 14 million U.S. dollars, which is a huge burden on the crew's finances.
Although it has the highest box office appeal and greatest influence, Andy Murphy's star-studded performance can easily overshadow Adam Chandler's performance.
Turning the entire movie into a one-man show, weakening the conflict and comedy effect in the play, is inconsistent with the original vision of the producer.
This situation often occurs in movies played by Eddie Murphy. Moreover, as a super big name that drives the box office, Andy Murphy often has requests to add scenes and change the script, which is very troublesome.
If the box office fails after a big investment, the losses will be huge.
Martin Lawrence can consider it. His funny face will make the audience laugh as soon as he appears, and the salary is not high, about 7 to 8 million US dollars. He is a black comedy star with strength and box office.
In comparison, Don Cheadle's influence is less, he is basically a second-rate star, his salary is about 1.5 to 2 million US dollars, and his box office appeal is much worse. The key is that he is cheap and good.
How to choose?
This depends on how the producer considers it. It takes several rounds of auditions to decide. We also need to consider the movie star's schedule, whether it involves sensitive social topics, whether it conflicts with the endorsed product, etc.
Hollywood's A-level commercial blockbusters do not lack appeal. Including the seven major film companies, Hollywood produces no more than 40 A-level commercial blockbusters every year, but they account for 80% of the total box office. This makes all movie stars flock to them.
Even A-list celebrities are not able to receive suitable starring roles every year.
Some famous movie stars have asked for a salary of 10 million US dollars or more, but they cannot receive a major production for two to three years or even three to five years. This situation is common in Hollywood, and their popularity quickly wanes.
Those who really have the right to speak are the film company bosses, big financiers, producers and famous directors at the top of Hollywood. Here, top-tier female stars also have to abide by the rules of the game.
Otherwise, where did the unspoken rules come from?
hehe!
Huang Baiming plans to invite Hong Kong director Wong Jing to direct this film. If this shitty director is serious, he is very capable.
As long as Wong Jing doesn't mess around and ruin his future in Hollywood, the quality of the film is guaranteed.
Generally speaking, the films directed by Wang Jing are relatively watchable, and he understands the needs of the audience very well and is willing to give up his own artistic pursuits for this purpose.
In fact, this guy has no artistic pursuits at all.
Wang Yaocheng used this method to support Chinese filmmakers, which greatly improved the status of Zeng Zhiwei, Huang Baiming and Chen Baiqiang in Hollywood. They became the targets of many movie stars and celebrities, and their status was hot.
In the future, Chinese directors such as Wang Jing, Huang Yiyu, and Johnnie To will also join this ranks and become an emerging fundamental force.
As for privately, I believe these guys know what's going on and how powerful it is;
It's better not to touch things that can't be touched, and don't go too far.
In Los Angeles, the glamorous city of angels, there are too many low-class and beautiful women looking for opportunities, and there is no need to compromise their own futures and careers.
If Wang Yaocheng loses his trust, there will be no chance even if he returns to Xiangjiang. Countless people will come out and step on him severely, driving him completely into the mortal world.