China Entertainment Mythology 2004

"Yes, "The Hunger Games" and "The Hunger Games" are two versions of the same book. I am the author of this book." Li Mu admitted generously.

Although Wang Zhonglei, Li Lianhua, and Li Xuehua had long confirmed that Li Mu was the author, they were still very shocked when they heard him admit it himself.

The three of them had talked before and knew that the pricing of books in the United States was much more expensive than in China. According to the book pricing and royalty ratio in the United States, Li Mu would probably earn one to two dollars for every book sold.

revenue, and now "The Hunger Games" has sold 8 million copies in 8 months.

Li Lianhua said at this time: "It seems that what Li Lianjie said is not wrong at all. When it comes to grasping the psychology of Westerners, Director Li is indeed second to none. If this movie brings together the two Kung Fu superstars Li Lianjie and Cheng Long,

If you write the script, the chances of the movie being successful, especially in the international market, will indeed be greatly improved."

Li Xuehua said: "If this movie turns out to be a big hit at the box office, Director Li's status in the entertainment industry will increase exponentially. With two consecutive movies becoming a global success, Director Li's status in the entertainment industry will then be

It will have some kind of transcendent influence."

Wang Zhonglei said: "No matter what difficulties Director Li has, you can tell me and Hua Yi and I will try our best to help solve them."

Of course Li Mu had difficulties. His biggest difficulty was that he really couldn't think of a suitable movie to copy.

"The King of Kung Fu"?

Stop being ridiculous!

In Li Mu's eyes, it was a bad movie!

"Mr. Wang, actually before this, Mr. Yu from Bernard also came to me, and it was also about this matter, but I really didn't have a suitable idea in my mind, so I had no choice but to reject Mr. Yu's proposal."

After hearing this, Wang Zhonglei advised: "It doesn't matter if you don't have any ideas at the moment. The investment in this film is at least 50 to 60 million US dollars. With such a large-scale investment, the film preparation period may be measured in years. I believe that with Director Li's talent, as long as there is relatively sufficient

If you have enough time, you will definitely be able to write a script comparable to "The Rescue"."

In the end, Wang Zhonglei said earnestly: "Whether it's "Hero" directed by Zhang Yimou, or "Kung Fu" directed by Stephen Chow, or "A World Without Thieves" starring Andy Lau and Ge You, or director Li's own "Hurricane Rescue",

These movies clearly show one thing: in the current Chinese film market, if a movie wants to be a success worth mentioning, it must have large investments and use big-name actors."

"Now we have such an opportunity. In terms of estimated investment, it is the largest in Chinese-language films. It is conservatively estimated that the investment scale will be as high as 50 to 60 million US dollars. In terms of the use of big-name stars, it will lead to the most internationally influential Chinese film industry.

The peak showdown between two super kung fu superstars. Big investment and more stars equals big opportunities and big success. I hope Director Li will seriously consider it."

…

Just a few days later, Li Mu received another call from Cheng Long.

"I heard that Lionsgate wanted to form a game and let Li Lianjie and I play in a movie, and Li Lianjie named you to write the script?"

"That's what happened."

"What do you mean?"

"Uncle Long is interested?"

"I have been paying attention to Li Lianjie's movies for a long time. At that time, he gave me the feeling that he could do everything and understand everything, including eighteen kinds of weapons and nine-section whips. Wow, they are all so beautiful when played. Of course, I

He is quite powerful. He thinks about how to fight well all day long and dares to fight hard. But we are all wild men, so I feel that he is very upright. He is from a well-known and upright sect, and he is authentic. The martial arts masters here in Xiangjiang are just mud-legged."

"Li Lianjie, he is the best in the orthodox world. As for me, I have been working hard on my own in the wild and have gained a lot of recognition. I can't learn his way, but my way is...

He's not suitable either, so what about putting the two of us together? I've heard people arguing more than once, saying that Cheng Long and Li Lian should fight together to see who is stronger between them.

No matter who is dissatisfied, if there is an opportunity for the two of us to fight together and make a movie like this, I think many audiences will love to watch it."

After listening, Li Mu said: "Uncle Long, I understand, but I really don't have any bright ideas right now. If I have any, I will definitely write it."

The other side said: "Okay, I believe you. You are the most incomprehensible to me among the young people I have ever met. When I was filming, I heard you calling the editor and saying that you wanted to publish a book in the United States. I didn't care at the time.

These days, oh, good guy, I heard someone said that your book sold 8 million copies in the United States, which is amazing! I heard that people from Lionsgate want to buy the rights to make a movie, which is a big investment."

Li Mu said: "The results of that book are indeed very good, which is a big surprise."

Cheng Long said: "Okay, you go ahead and do your work. Just remember this one thing, and there's no need to force it."

"Okay." Li Mu said.

After hanging up the phone, Li Mu let out a long breath.

Now he had a feeling, as if there was a powerful force pushing him forward, and he was wrapped up in this force and couldn't help himself.

Bernard, Hua Yi, Li Lianjie, Cheng Long.

So many forces want him to stand up and create such a situation. If he still refuses to let go, it may be quite detrimental to his future.

But is it really necessary to throw out "The King of Kung Fu"?

…

Two days later, when Li Mu was planning the casting of the remaining undecided roles in "The Master of Hypnosis", he suddenly received another call from the director of Xiying Film Studio, Yan Yiyun.

"Li Mu, where are you now?"

"In Beijing, Director Yan has something to do with me?"

"Well, I came to Beijing this time to participate in the "Hurricane Rescue" seminar. I informed you, but you said you would not participate."

"Yeah, I remember that."

On the other end of the phone, Yan Yiyun continued: "At the seminar, I talked with Vice Chairman Han Sanping of China Film Group. He said that Lionsgate Pictures and Columbia Pictures abroad, Huayi, Bernard and other domestic companies,

Everyone wants to form a team to bring together two great kung fu superstars, Cheng Long and Li Lianjie, and try to make a movie that can rival or even surpass "The Rescue". Moreover, Cheng Long has already expressed interest, and Li Lianjie has expressed interest.

He also said that he wants you to write the script, as long as the script is suitable."

Li Mu said: "That's what happened. I met with Mr. Yu from Bernard and Mr. Wang Zhonglei from Huayi some time ago. I just had a phone call with Cheng Long two days ago."

Yan Yiyun said: "I heard you say it yourself, saying that Xiying is your natal family, and the editing room of Xiying Studio is your director Li's own warehouse. It's good now. For such a big thing, I, the uncle of my natal family, will not

Hear it from other people’s mouths.”

Li Mu explained: "I never meant to hide it from Xiying, but I really had no idea of ​​participating in this project. For no other reason than I couldn't write it, and I didn't have any ideas in my mind, so I didn't tell Xiying.

"

Yan Yiyun smiled and said: "Ideas come up bit by bit. If you don't have an idea today, it doesn't mean you won't have an idea tomorrow. But I heard that you wrote a book called "The Hunger Games". Good guy, it will be sold directly in the United States.

It has sold 8 million copies. Is it more difficult to write a script than a novel sold by a native Chinese who sold 8 million copies in eight months in the United States?"

Li Mu: "Well...it's true."

Yan Yiyun smiled and said: "Okay, when are you free in the past few days? Vice Director Han Sanping wants to see you for this reason. You can think about it in advance and be mentally prepared. By the way, I will also

Will be there."

Li Mu instantly felt dizzy: "Okay, it depends on when Director Yan and Mr. Han are free. I can do it anytime."

Yan Yiyun smiled and said, "Okay then, I'll make an appointment with Director Han."

…

After hanging up the phone, Li Mu was stunned for a while.

Good guy, Li Mu called him a good guy, and now he also needs to add Xiying and China Film. What is this? This is the collective will!

How can an individual compete with the collective will?

From Li Mu's point of view, participating, even if he fails in the end, is just a matter of ability, while refusing directly is a matter of attitude.

The attitude issue has always been the most critical issue.