Chapter 708: Director Dog doesnt induce tears or sensationalize, but I always feel that something is missing.
Although this movie made many theater representatives feel the familiar feeling of being manipulated into tears by a dog director.
But they still have doubts about the movie's box office prospects.
"Mr. Mu, to be honest, is this really Director Li's movie?" the theater representative of Dadi Cinemas couldn't help but ask.
Mu Nanxing also knew that some things couldn't be hidden, and he never thought about hiding them.
"This movie was indeed written by Director Li. From the script of the movie to the selection of actors, as well as the storyboards, etc., he did it all by himself. However, Director Li had to go abroad because of temporary matters, so he handed over the movie.
His assistant director, Director Zhuo, took over. However, although the film was made by Director Zhuo and the crew, it was all based on Director Li's script, and the same was also approved by Director Li. Therefore,
This is indeed Director Li's film," Mu Nanxing said.
"That's it. No wonder Director Li didn't show up. However, we were a bit unsure about this movie. Although the viewing experience is indeed that of Director Li's movie, with all due respect, this movie is indeed a bit thin.
Some, so our suggestion is, can you conduct a small-scale screening first? We also need to see the effect of the screening. After all, there is still a big difference between this film and Director Li's past films." Dadi
The cinema chain representative said.
In fact, of course it's not that they don't know how to schedule the film, but that this movie wants to enjoy the same treatment as Li Yi's past works. This is where they have doubts.
"This is natural. We will conduct small-scale screenings later to see how the market accepts it. Of course, we still need your support in scheduling the film. Director Li will also promote the film through the Internet later." Mu Nanxing
Of course, I know what the shortcomings of this movie are, and I don't expect theaters to give it a high ranking like Li Yi's movies usually do.
Although Li Yi cannot come back to North America for the time being, it is still perfectly possible to promote the movie or something.
"The new film "Heaven Replies" will be screened on a small scale across the country soon. I hope everyone will support me. Although this film was not directed by me, it was completely based on my script. The final effect of the film is
I watched it, and as I expected, this is a relatively simple film, but it is one of my favorite works. I hope everyone will like it too!"
Li Yi also didn't hide anything because there was no need for it.
Sure enough, although Li Yi said that this movie was not directed by him personally, but it was shot according to his storyboard.
After it was posted on Weibo, many movie fans immediately went crazy.
"Damn it, why is Director Dog so fast this time?"
""Reply from Heaven"? I smell a familiar smell again. Jimei brothers, are you ready to cry aloud?"
"Director Dog dropped another bomb without saying a word. Indeed, looking at the title of the film, I felt like I haven't seen it for a long time. I've already prepared tissues!"
"It would be better if it was so fast every time. The title of "Heaven Replies" already reminds me of it. It is a tear-jerking director and the most sensational director. Director Dog, you finally answered the question and took the place you should have.
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"Although "Infernal Affairs" is a classic and "The Dark War" is also very romantic, I still like director Gou's tear-jerking films. I haven't cried heartily for a long time. I hope I can do it this time."
The works that Li Yi is famous for can be said to be tear-jerkers, which is how he got his name as Director Dog.
Therefore, when many movie fans see a movie title like "Heaven Replies", their first reaction is that the dog director is finally back.
Just like movie fans said, although "Infernal Affairs" is a classic, and although "Dark War" is also very good-looking, they always feel that it lacks some flavor. What flavor?
Director Dog is always good at tear-jerking and sensationalism.
The promotion of "Heaven Replies" unfolds.
The slogan is: "Director Li Yi returns to the genre he is best at, "Heaven Replies." Are you ready to cry a lot?"
As for "Reply From Heaven," there are not many screenings nationwide.
However, the enthusiasm of movie fans is still beyond imagination.
Many movie fans opened the ticket purchase APP and immediately looked for theaters where "Reply From Heaven" was showing.
As a result, the movie tickets for more than 100 screenings of "Heaven Replies" on the first day were sold out as soon as the ticket window opened.
This kind of appeal can be said to be unique in China.
Mu Nanxing felt a little uneasy. This can be said to be a good thing, but it may not be a good thing.
Because, it can be said that movie fans have high expectations for Li Yi's return to the tear-jerking style of movies, but "Heaven Replies" is indeed a bit too simple.
Therefore, he is also a little unsure that this movie can meet the high expectations of these fans.
The tear-jerking director returns with a tear-jerking blockbuster, and those die-hard fans of Li Yi will naturally not miss it.
Chen Jingning and Liu Fei are two of them.
The two of them went to the theater closest to their home that was showing "Heaven Replies".
As a result, as soon as the good guy entered the screening room, he found that it was already full.
The movie fans inside were all discussing it.
"I wanted to say it before. What Director Gou is best at is sensationalism and tear-jerking. Why did the two Hong Kong films change their styles? Now he has finally returned to his old profession."
"Who says it's not the case? It's really difficult to watch a movie these days that is both sensational and tear-jerking."
"Yes, everyone is pursuing big casts and visual effects. Director Gou made "Infernal Affairs" and "Dark War" with big stars together. Although the movie is good, to be honest, I still prefer watching "Loyalty" back then.
"The Story of Inu Hachiko"!"
"That's right, the dog director doesn't induce tears or sensationalize. I always feel like something is missing."
"But I heard that this movie was not directed by Director Dog himself?"
"So what? As long as the work bears his name, it will be fine. Who doesn't know that director Zhuo Yixiong is actually Li Yi's deputy assistant director. Many of the previous movies also had many scenes shot by Zhuo, right?
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"Have you brought tissues?"
"Haha, when you watch a movie directed by a dog, what kind of tissues should you bring? Wiping your tears with your hands will make you feel better!"
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Chen Jingning and Liu Fei looked at each other, but then they both smiled knowingly.
This kind of scene is rare, mainly because Li Yi's movies are getting fewer and fewer screenings. With more screenings, there will naturally be less gatherings of die-hard movie fans.
In fact, as other movie fans said, in their hearts, what Li Yi is best at is always tear-jerking and sensational.
It is precisely because of this that Li Yi is the most special one in the entire Chinese film industry.
Many people still recall the time in the early years when Li Yi said arrogantly: "It's a showdown, I just like to see you cry!"
