Chapter 597: It's useless to give you a chance! (4000+ chapters~)
If you want to ask who the most influential Chinese star in the world is in 30 years, then Cheng Long will definitely be a living role model.
In fact, Jackie Chen has become a Chinese symbol to a certain extent, especially in Hollywood. Many top movie stars are very good friends with Cheng Long, and the younger generation of movie stars regard Cheng Long as their idol.
, this was done with real effort.
It is also the best interpretation of his acting career.
Stallone is also an action actor, and his respect for Cheng Long is also because he saw Cheng Long's filming process. For example, when Cheng Long was filming "The Dragon of the West" this time, he brought his own family class. At the beginning, Hollywood was not interested in Cheng Long.
Long's family class didn't agree with it very much, but when they saw the work attitude of the family class, they were deeply impressed by the class.
When Cheng Long had a phone call with Wu Jianye before, he told Wu Jianye that many film crews were borrowing people from him.
Nowadays, the symbol of China outside is not only Cheng Long, but also Wu Jianye. Although Wu Jianye's reputation in Hollywood is not very good now, his reputation alone is higher than that of Cheng Long.
Cheng Long is only famous for movies, while Wu Jianye is famous for almost all aspects.
The two chatted for a while, and Mel Gibson and other movie creators also came to the lobby. It was obvious that the stars who came to support had almost arrived at this time, and the next step was the process of the movie premiere.
This is no different from the process in later generations. After chatting for a while about the filming process and the hardships of filming, the movie started.
Although Wu Jianye has watched "Lethal Weapon 2" before, it was only on the computer. Now it is a pleasure to watch this movie again in the cinema.
There is an essential difference between watching movies in a cinema and watching movies on a computer or mobile phone. Therefore, even if video software and 5G become popular in the future, some movies will choose to premiere on video software, which will not hinder the development of cinemas.
Of course, ordinary 2D movies may be affected to some extent, but movies such as 3D and IMAX will only have more box office appeal.
The content of the movie continues the style of the previous movie as always. The plot is more absurd than the first movie. However, the main selling point of this movie is the laughter of the police detectives played by Mel Gibson and Danny Glover.
As an action movie, the scolding scene and the big action and shootout scenes are naturally indispensable. It can be said that as long as the quality of this movie can continue the style of the previous movie, there will be no problem.
What's more, Richard Donner also upgraded the scenes of this movie, which is enough to meet the audience's expectations for this movie.
At the same time, what Wu Jianye appreciates is that in this movie, Martin Rigg, played by Mel Gibson, finally revealed the story of his deceased wife, and at the same time found his new lover, making the character of Martin Rigg even more exciting.
The fullness of it can also arouse the resonance of the audience!
In fact, this is a consistent trick of Hollywood movies. In Hollywood movies, any type of movie cannot lack the love part. It just depends on whether the love scene is long or short, and whether it can perfectly fit the plot of the movie.
The most successful person in this regard is James Cameron. Whether it is "Titanic" or "Avatar", although these two movies have big scenes and shocking technological scenes, the core content is still love.
When watching a movie like "Lethal Weapon 2", you don't need to think too much, as long as the 110-minute storyline brings enough pleasure to people.
That's the beauty of popcorn movies.
As the movie ended, applause broke out in the theater. Wu Jianye and Isabel Adjani also applauded, but Isabel Adjani seemed a little listless.
She is not very interested in this kind of movies. In fact, just like her character, what she pursues is not popcorn movies, but the kind of movies that can hit people's hearts and can also make some people stay at home with dim lights.
Next, a literary film to enjoy alone.
This is actually the way for literary and artistic films to survive. The success or failure of literary and artistic films has never been determined by the box office, but more by the income from video tapes. This is the main income channel of literary and artistic films.
Why is it that Wang Sunjing can still become a film master and a director that many investors are willing to invest in even though almost every one of his movies is a flop?
It is because Wang Sunjing's movies are very popular in the video tape market, and because Europe is the soil for literary and artistic films, that Wang Sunjing has gained his reputation.
But this is not absolute. For example, the film companies in Xiangjiang naturally know the trend of Wang Sunglasses in this area, but why are almost no film companies willing to invest in Wang Sunglasses?
That's because the return rate for Wang Sunglasses' movies is too slow, and there are too many uncertainties. You don't know when an investment in Wang Sunglasses' movie will be completed, and you don't know when you can get your money back.
Then why invest in his movies? If you have the time and money, you can invest in several of Wang Jing’s movies.
In fact, actors like Isabelle Adjani are more suitable to appear in Wang Sunglasses' movies, rather than purely commercial films.
However, although literary and artistic films can bring honor to actors, they cannot bring financial satisfaction. Later Hollywood goddess Scarlett Johansson actually made her debut in literary and artistic films, but why did she join the Marvel Universe later? It was because of the honor.
, it’s time to start chasing real money.
Shooting a movie in the Marvel Universe can bring Scarlett Johansson a salary of tens of millions, but if it is a literary film, then Scarlett Johansson's salary can reach 5 million, which is already the ceiling level.
After the movie is over, it does not mean that the premiere is over. As the main creator, he will go on stage to tell some stories about the filming, and he will also invite the stars who came to support to talk about their feelings.
Wu Jianye was also asked by the host about his feelings after watching this movie.
"I'm very lucky to have signed a contract with Mel before this movie was released!" Wu Jianye said with a smile.
Everyone laughed when they heard it. Judging from the experience of watching the movie, this movie is definitely an excellent popcorn movie. This also means that the box office of this movie will not be bad. If it can be a big hit, then
Mel Gibson's salary will definitely increase.
Now that Wu Jianye said this, he is naturally optimistic about the box office of this movie.
After the premiere was actually over, 21st Century Fox, the producer, also held a dinner to entertain the many stars who attended the premiere.
Mel Gibson had already arrived at Wu Jianye at this time and personally invited Wu Jianye and Isabel Adjani to attend their dinner party. However, Wu Jianye refused. There were everyone at the dinner party, and Wu Jianye was not interested in making excuses with them.
, it’s better to go back to the hotel and continue your creative career.
Over at Lane Publishing Company, Linda's mother Dakota is running the business, and it's already halfway through the completion of the acquisition. After the official acquisition, Wu Jianye still has to come up with a powerful work for Lane Publishing.
"Then we'll see you in New York!" Mel Gibson said with a smile.
"See you in New York!" Wu Jianye shook hands with Mel Gibson.
Wu Jianye then said goodbye to Stallone again. The two parties also left each other's contact information and agreed to sit down when they had time.
After walking out of the China Grand Theatre, Wu Jianye and Isabel Adjani also separated.
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When Wu Jianye and others were preparing to leave for New York, Lauren Donnell finally found Wu Jianye, and the estate in Beverly Hills was finally completed.
Wu Jianye brought Zhao Fei, Chen Kaige, Tan Yang and others to the manor.
On the iron gate of the manor, there was a big word "Wu" in the center. As soon as the gate opened, a convoy of people drove into the manor.
"Damn it, Old Wu, you can do it, this place is so awesome!" After arriving at the parking lot, Zhao Fei couldn't help but exclaimed.
If Zhao Fei was just surprised by the luxury in the manor, then Chen Kaige, who had been in Hollywood for more than a year, was shocked by Wu Jianye's financial resources!
Once upon a time, he also asked about the housing prices here, but the answer he got from Honghuang shocked him. Now Wu Jianye actually owns his own property here, and it is the most luxurious type here. How is it possible?
Don't let Chen Kaige be shocked.
"Teacher Wu, is it so profitable to make movies in China now?" Hong Huang also came here today. Now she is still obsessed with Chen Kaige. Although she knows that Chen Kaige no longer treats her like before, she still
I hope I can win back the heart of this great director through my own efforts!
Wu Jianye smiled: "Actually, when you return to China, you can also buy a few more houses. From Los Angeles, you can actually see the domestic housing prices in the future. Nowadays, the domestic development is rapid, and you have a house of your own.
It is also the tradition of the Chinese people. I believe that domestic housing prices will rise rapidly in the future!"
Although Chen Kaige has not been in the country for more than a year, it does not mean that he does not know the situation in the country. He said: "Let's wait until this period of time passes!"
Everyone then came to visit the villa, and the luxurious scenery inside also surprised everyone.
Zhao Fei even shouted: "No matter what, I have to stay here tonight no matter what. Who would stay in a hotel when there is such a good place!"
Wu Jianye smiled and didn't say anything. The rooms here were enough for these people.
In the end, it was Hong Huang who suggested having a BBQ by the swimming pool in the evening. Naturally, no one objected to Hong Huang's suggestion, while Wu Jianye asked his servants to prepare.
Not only did the manor have servants who were responsible for the daily life and maintenance of the manor, Wu Jianye also hired a housekeeper based on Lauren Donnell's suggestion.
Although Wu Jianye will stay in the United States in the past two years, to be honest, the time in Hollywood is not necessarily that long. It is good to have someone to look after this place.
When night fell, everyone had changed their clothes and sat by the outdoor swimming pool to start BBQ. The weather in Los Angeles is like spring all year round. Even now in July, it still doesn't feel stuffy.
Several people were sitting together, holding beer bottles in their hands, chatting casually.
"This is how people live!" Zhao Fei sighed, wearing a pair of large pants and a floral shirt, holding a beer bottle in his hand.
Tan Yang laughed and said: "Brother Fei, wouldn't it be better to have a beautiful woman by your side?"
Zhao Fei nodded: "Tan Yang, you still win my heart!"
Wu Jianye laughed from the side and said: "Even if I find it for you, you won't be of any use!"
Zhao Fei said angrily: "Who said that? That day clearly..."
At this point, he saw Hong Huang sitting next to Chen Kaige and stopped talking.
Although Zhao Fei didn't finish what he said, Hong Huang vaguely guessed something, but at this time, he could see Hong Huang's character. He didn't get angry like an ordinary woman, but said to Zhao Fei with a smile.
"If you want beautiful women, I can find some for you, but I'm afraid you won't be able to do it by then!"
Zhao Fei's face turned slightly red. His interaction with Hong Huang was mostly through Chen Kaige. With the relationship between Chen Kaige and Hong Huang, Zhao Fei naturally couldn't argue with anything.
Wu Jianye had always looked down upon people like this who only knew how to talk.
Now that Hong Huang is here, Wu Jianye won't talk about Chen Kaige, but that doesn't mean Wu Jianye will let Zhao Fei go.
"It's not embarrassing to let Hong Huang introduce it to you. How about my brother find a few for you and you try again. Maybe you can do it this time?" Wu Jianye deliberately made the content unclear.
, which made Zhao Fei's face even more rosy.
"Old Wu, it's so easy for you to have no friends!" Zhao Fei said through gritted teeth.
Wu Jianye chuckled, and then asked Hong Huang: "What are Zun Long and Chen Chong doing now?"
Chen Chong had previously participated in the filming of Cheng Long's "The Dragon of the Western Regions". Although he was also an artist managed by Hera, Wu Jianye did not ask about their current schedule.
Wu Jianye has already built the platform for them. As for how it will develop in the future, it depends on their own abilities.
Hong Huang said with some envy: "What can we do? The two of them are in a relationship now. They are very close. I called them some time ago and heard that they were on vacation in Hawaii. Now I don't know where they are?"
Wu Jianye said: "Call and ask. If you are in Los Angeles, let them come over. It will be more lively if there are more people."
Hong Huang immediately smiled. Wu Jianye, Chen Kaige, Zhao Fei and others were classmates, and most of the topics they talked about were things that happened in school. Many times, Hong Huang couldn't get in the middle of the conversation, while Zunlong and Chen
Different from Chong, they have lived in the United States for many years and have more topics in common. Now that they heard Wu Jianye inviting them to come over, they immediately took out their phones and called Chen Chong.
What made Hong Huang happy was that the two of them had indeed returned to Los Angeles. He immediately told the two of them the location and asked them to rush over.
More than thirty minutes later, the two drove here.
"Director Wu, long time no see!" Chen Chong said to Wu Jianye with a smile, while Zunlong just nodded gracefully.
After the two sat down, Chen Chong said: "I originally wanted to visit Director Wu again tomorrow, but luckily Hong Huang called us!"