The conversation with Tsui Hark went very smoothly, and Li Qian himself felt very confident.
Tsui Hark is the most suitable director to adapt "Ghost Blowing the Lamp". At the same time, with Tsui Hark's style, it is impossible not to like this series.
His two current projects, the 3D "Snowy Forest", are jointly invested by Bernard and Wanda, but they are still on paper and will not be launched in the short term.
Although it is a prequel to the sequel to "Detective Dee: The Tongtian Empire", there is nothing to say about replacing Andy Lau because he is older.
But they just "recommended" people without any prior discussion. It's impossible that Xu Ke didn't have any ideas in mind.
Xu Ke first collaborated with Bernard on two films, "Women Are Not Bad", then collaborated with Huayang on "Di Renjie", and then collaborated with Bernard on "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate", and will later collaborate with Wanda.
Not hanging in the same house, being unrestrained and free is what Xu Ke wants, otherwise he wouldn't be running around.
The best way to be unrestrained is that you are awesome enough and others don't dare to restrain you.
The "Ghost Blowing Lamp" series is very famous, and its themes are curious and attractive. It is also one of the most suitable themes for Xu Ke.
Moreover, even if the story is a bit weak like "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate", there are all kinds of thrilling and exciting plots to make up for it, which is simply perfect.
It can be said that the cooperation was reached verbally. As for which film to film, it is up to Xu Ke to go back and study it.
This is a long time, and it will take at least two or three months for Xu Ke to decide on the shooting direction.
Another thing was done. The Lunar New Year holiday is coming to an end. There are no movies released during the Spring Festival. All projects in the company are proceeding in an orderly manner, and Li Qian feels relaxed.
January is coming to an end, and "The Adventures of Li Xianji" has been released for almost a month, with a total box office of 570 million.
New movies are being released one after another, and it is estimated that 600 million is difficult.
However, "The Thirteen Hairpins" was released for more than a month, and with the release of new movies, the box office plummeted, only 5 million in two weeks, and the total box office was 555 million.
"Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" is similar, with a total box office of only 520 million.
Li Qian once again won the Lunar New Year box office championship.
However, the box office of the three major productions did not exceed the 600 million mark, which was not as good as November's "Love Is Not Blind", but no one could have imagined it before it was released.
However, when I thought about it, three major productions worth 500 million yuan were released one after another, and the competition was much more fierce than the situation in November when one company was the only one with "33 Days of Love".
This is a reasonable thought.
The unprecedentedly brutal Lunar New Year season ended just like that, without being informed by a certain movie like in previous years.
However, the movie market was not empty, and several movies were released one after another immediately.
Baodao's movie "The Girl We Chased Together in Those Years" has a good reputation. However, because Baodao was released long ago and pirated copies were released, the box office was only 70 million in the three weeks after its release.
In the case of high-definition pirated copies, it can still win this box office, which is considered outstanding enough.
On the 12th, the comedy-romance movie "The Magician" starring Tony Leung, Zhou Xun and Liu Qingyun was released, with a box office of 75 million in the first four days of the weekend.
The title of the film seems a bit dark and suspenseful, but it is an out-and-out comedy, a hodgepodge comedy, a bit like the style of Li Hanxiang in his early years.
Magic + Warlord's resistance to Japan + Robbery of women + Prince's revenge + Master's grudges + A woman choosing a husband +... All the popular themes you can think of are here.
It's a hodgepodge, that's it. It's similar to a comedy movie made up of jokes.
There are three powerful actors including Liang Chaowei + Zhou Xun + Liu Qingyun, and the quality is still much better than that of vulgar comedies.
However, this kind of hodgepodge, the plot is really fragmented, and the characters disappear inexplicably.
At the beginning, Fang Zhongxin showed up and competed with Liang Chaowei in a serious showdown. Fang Zhongxin couldn't win over Liang Chaowei, so he went to kick Liang Chaowei's place.
I thought there would be a competition between the two theaters, but what was the result?
Fang Zhongxin disappeared directly!
There is also a passionate young man who wants to kidnap a big warlord several times and is worried about the country and the people. He is a typical character who wants to kill everyone.
Later, he disappeared inexplicably. I don’t know if he fell into a ditch while walking at night or what happened.
It seemed quite cheerful, but in fact, Magician Liang didn't know what he was doing, Warlord Lei didn't know what he was doing, and Zhou Xun didn't know what she was going to do either.
There is a similar hodgepodge of comedy films such as "The Annunciation of the Eight Stars", the title of which is a bit familiar.
At that time, there was a saying in the Hong Kong film industry that no matter how popular they were, they could not be more popular than Chung Chu-hong, and no matter how popular they were, they could not be more popular than Chow Yun-fa. In 1988, the two of them had acted in a film called "The Good News."
First it was "A Chinese Journey to the West", "A Happy Event in the Family", "What Happened", and now it's a remake. These Hong Kong directors are making so much money.
A typical Xiangjiang comedy film that can make you laugh, but that's about it.
The box office was 30 million in three days, which is still a good box office.
In addition, the heavyweight blockbuster is undoubtedly the action blockbuster "Reverse War" starring Jay Chou and Xie Tingfeng.
This movie has a mediocre reputation, but it's by no means a bad movie. On the contrary, it's quite "good".
The title "Aesthetics of Violence" usually belongs to Wu Yusen, but there is another director in Hong Kong who is worthy of these four words, and that is Lin Chaoxian.
"Counter War" has 100 minutes of gunfights out of 120 minutes, which is definitely exciting enough.
It is also this wave of fighting that has become the biggest failure. It is like riding a roller coaster. Three minutes are exciting, and after 100 minutes, it is time to vomit.
Nothing is too much or too little. Let you and Lin Zhiling have a fight, and it will be absolutely enjoyable for thirty minutes.
But if it lasts for three hundred minutes, you have to come out sideways to make sure you never think about it again.
The Spring Festival is approaching, and the audience doesn't like it. The box office in the first six days was only 45 million, which is not as good as "The Good News".
In fact, if the sound of gunfire that lasted for 100 minutes was replaced by the sound of gongs, drums and firecrackers, this would definitely be the most festive New Year blockbuster in history, and it might even sell better.
However, the overlord of the film market today is not Tony Leung or Jay Chou, but the children's favorite Pleasant Goat.
"Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf: Happy Journey into the Year of the Dragon" received a super high box office of 120 million in 11 days, sweeping many big stars into the trash can.
Pleasant Goat has made three movies for three consecutive years, and all three movies have exceeded 100 million yuan. This year, it even dominated the Spring Festival movie market.
For Li Qian, there is no need to pay attention to movies for the time being, and the world of Hollywood blockbusters will follow.
Not only the imported blockbusters in February and March, the 3D version of "Titanic" in April, and "Avengers" in May, none of them can be matched by any domestic movie.
There's nothing to do. It's still early to start filming "The Truman Show". There's enough time to work on the split shots slowly.
I went to Jade Bird City to see the filming of "Pacific Rim" and Jiangning to see the location. The company was busy with other projects.
In other words, "Jaws 3" is quite tight on time, so Li Qian will ask about the situation every two days.
As time passed, Li Qian discovered something strange.
"It's strange, I haven't seen the news about my exclusive interview with Xinlang Entertainment half a month ago."
Tong Liya asked curiously, "What news?"
"It's nothing. I was just talking about Oscars that time. I wasn't optimistic about "The Thirteen Beauties" winning the Oscars, and I even scolded Zhang Weiping."
Li Qian, who was a little bored, was searching for old news on the Internet, recalling it in his mind.
"Did you scold Zhang Weiping? Why don't I remember it?" Tong Liya was confused.
Li Qian shook his head, "So I feel strange, why I haven't seen such news come out."
Tong Liya rolled her eyes, "Do you really want to quarrel with Zhang Weiping from afar?"
"That's not true."
After rummaging through it, he still couldn't find any relevant news. Li Qian didn't bother to look for it anymore, and said with a strange look on his face, "Is it possible that I've already expired? There's no movement at all, and Zhang Weiping didn't respond at all. That shouldn't be the case."
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It turned out to be because of this, Tong Liya said with a smile, "When you're done, you're done. I'll support you when you're done."
"..." Li Qian had black lines all over his head.
Forget it, it's over when you're angry, and you can be happy and leisurely if you have nothing to do.
...
Just when Li Qian was thinking that he was no longer paying attention to the news even though he was cursing others.
In the entertainment news section of Xinlang Headquarters, Lu Chao came out of the editor's office, returned to his seat, and sent out the prepared article.
Lu Chao rubbed his palms excitedly. This news had been delayed for half a month and it was finally time to send it out.
Tomorrow night the Oscars will announce the nomination list. Regardless of whether "The Thirteen Beauties" is nominated or not, there will be a huge topic. This is much better than sending out Li Qian's rebuttal half a month ago.
Of course, the premise is that Zhang Weiping will respond, but this is certain, Zhang Dapao will not be Zhang Dapao if he does not respond.
Not long after the news was released, Li Qian’s analysis of the Oscar selection included the determination that "The Thirteen Beauties" would not be nominated, as well as innuendo, and even explicitly scolded Zhang Weiping for insulting Chinese cinema, insulting the audience, and not being worthy of being a filmmaker.
It immediately aroused quite a response.
"Damn it, Li Qian doesn't need to be so decisive. It would be embarrassing if he was nominated for an award."
"Li Qian was so good at fighting. Zhang Weiping was so disgusting before. He was so internationalized every day, with multinational troops, and foreigners made him so proud. Why didn't he just hire foreigners to shoot them all?"
"Zhang Weiping deserves to be scolded. It has sold more than 500 million in box office in China. This was all paid for by us viewers. However, he kept talking about his nationality. I regretted watching it."
"The Imperial Master was really tricked to death by Zhang Weiping. Every year Zhang Weiping acts like a mad dog, and all his goodwill is ruined by him."
.....
Lu Chao only sent what Li Qian said about the Oscars. As for the previous interview about "The Truman Show", he had already sent it out before.
One exclusive interview for two pieces of news, huge profits!
"I'm such a news wizard!"
Seeing the Internet gradually becoming lively, Lu Chao couldn't help but feel a little complacent. At the same time, he was also looking forward to Zhang Weiping's quick response. He called his colleagues in the North American branch and told him that the nomination list would be announced tomorrow night and he would be informed as soon as possible.
.....
New picture, Zhang Weiping is upset at this time.
The one-billion-dollar box office originally expected came to nothing, with only over five hundred million points taken. This time it is really going to suffer a big loss.
"Hey, don't worry, Director Wang, the loan will be paid off as soon as the box office is settled."
With a "pop" sound, Zhang Weiping hung up the phone.
"Grass!"
Zhang Weiping uttered a curse word. He entertained them with delicious food and drinks, but now that the movie has just finished filming and there are still two months left before the settlement of the share, he can't wait to call for the loan!
This also worried Zhang Weiping to death. With more than 500 million in box office and a 150 million loan from Minsheng Bank, he had very little money left.
All your money is lost!
At this time, the secretary knocked on the door and came in.
Zhang Weiping, who was already unhappy, said with a cold face, "What's the matter?"
This face frightened the young female secretary who knew his character well, and whispered, "Zhang...Mr. Zhang, Li Qian..."
"What's wrong with him?" Zhang Weiping was a little impatient.
"He...Li Qian scolded you on the news."
Zhang Weiping immediately became angry, quickly turned on his computer, and clicked on a news article on the front page of Xinlang.
I quickly browsed through it, and the first part was fine. Halfway through, Li Qian scolded him for not being worthy of being a filmmaker.
"Snapped!"
The ashtray on the table unfortunately broke into two halves, almost hitting the young female secretary. She was startled and her high heels moved back.
It was already a mess, with the bank calling every day and Zhang Yimou getting upset. Li Qian's scolding directly made Zhang Weiping's anger about to explode.
When I opened Weibo, the keyboard clicked wildly.
Halfway through, it still feels unsatisfactory.
At around two o'clock in the afternoon, Zhang Weiping appeared in front of the media.
“I don’t know how ignorant a person who has never participated in the Oscars is before he can comment on the Oscars. It’s like a general who has never fought in a war and dares to give advice after reading a few military books!
Yimou has been nominated for three Oscars for Best Foreign Language Film, more than any other director. No one knows Oscars better than we do!
Even if we don't understand it well enough, it's not like a director who hasn't even participated in an Oscar can make such wild claims.
After talking so much in a long speech, analyzing and analyzing, the more he talks, the more ignorant Li Qian will appear.
Ignorance is not wrong, but to show your ignorance is the real shame!
The Olympics is one of the biggest events of the year in the Chinese film industry. It represents the possibility of Chinese films going global. I don’t ask him for any help, but at the very least, I can’t ruin such an important event in the Chinese film industry once a year.
A big deal!
Whether I am worthy of being a filmmaker or not, the audience has the final say, but it is Li Qian who made at least 5 or 6 billion for his movie "I'm Not the God of Medicine", which is higher than the annual profits of many listed companies. Leukemia relies on consumption
Even though a person has made so much money, he has never spent a penny to help leukemia patients..."
Facing the media, Zhang Weiping gave full play to Zhang Dapao's nature and accused Li Qian with righteous indignation.
It seems that Li Qian came here specifically to sabotage their bid for the Olympics, and almost became a sinner in the film industry.
The reporters pressed the shutter of their cameras with excitement on their faces, and their eyes gleamed when they looked at Zhang Weiping.
After talking a lot and venting his anger, Zhang Weiping still had some unfinished thoughts.
...
Zhang Weiping's response once again started a war of words.
Someone is scolding Zhang Weiping.
Some people think that Zhang Weiping has a point. After all, Zhang Yimou has been nominated for three Oscars for Best Foreign Language Film. In terms of understanding of Oscars, he definitely knows more about Oscars than Li Qian, a newcomer to Oscars.
Some people say that Li Qian was unhappy because he did not get a spot for the Olympics.
Some people also accused Li Qian of disregarding the overall situation and expressing negative emotions at such a critical moment for the Olympics, without taking the overall situation into consideration.
One day has passed, and the Internet is very busy.
On the evening of the 26th, the Oscars announced the list of all nominees for this year’s Oscars.
"The Thirteen Hairpins" failed to be nominated for Best Foreign Language Film, and none of the thirteen awards it had previously applied for were nominated.
When the results came out, it was disappointing.
And Zhang Weiping was also slapped in the face by the speed of light.