Heads Up Hollywood

The world's richest man came to China, causing quite a stir.

However, for ordinary people, it has little influence, and the mainstream media will not compromise with capital and promote the concept of "the richest man in the world", but will only talk about the famous Hollywood director and young entrepreneur Don Walker.

However, for the film circle, the scope of influence is still quite large.

Tang En's plane landed in the imperial capital, and most of the filmmakers in the Beijing circle went to greet him. Not only the old acquaintances Miss Zhang, Lao Mouzi and others, but also the Wang brothers, Feng Kuoyu and others were present.

Tang En didn't have a good impression of the Wang family brothers. In comparison, he might as well be straightforward when dealing with Ms. Zhang.

The chaos in the mainland film industry basically stems from two forces.

First, it is the Hong Kong government filmmakers, who brought up money misappropriation, money laundering, and godfather culture. The second is the brothers of the Wang family. The two of them set off a domestic "water army" culture. In order to clear the obstacles for Feng Pants, directors who are more skilled than him are sparing no effort to blackmail, whoever is black.

"Welcome! Welcome! You have done us a great favor this time!" Lao Mouzi walked up from a long distance and shook hands with Tang En warmly.

There were more than a dozen staff members, assistants, bodyguards and others around Tang En. The ostentation was a bit big, so he smiled and said, "I have a lot of people here, did you bring a car?"

"Yes! Everything is ready!"

"Okay! Then go eat first! Talk while eating!"

Tang En was not polite in front of old acquaintances.

When I returned to China for the first time in so many years, I really wanted to eat an authentic hometown dish.

Lao Mouzi was stunned for a moment, and a bright smile appeared on his wrinkled face, "Okay, no problem, let's go!"

At this time, Miss Zhang also came over, took off her sunglasses, and called sweetly, "Brother Tang."

Tang En glanced at her, nodded, and said "Yes".

Lao Mouzi's invitation to Tang En to China this time was indeed for a big event, a very important event for Chinese movies.

The General Administration of Film is going to promote and promulgate the "Film Promotion Law".

China still lacks a bill specifically for film protection, film control, film supervision, and film support. All the provisions are issued in the form of ministries and commissions.

This is just too painful.

The development of Chinese films has always been terrified because many times the order is changed day and night, for fear that there will be another "Six Gentlemen" incident.

With clear legal provisions, there is a basis for creation, and filmmakers will not be caught off guard by a sudden order from a superior.

In May, a preliminary draft of the "Film Promotion Law" was formed, and in June, it was submitted to the Government Administration Council. Now is just the stage of drafting and forming the first draft of the "Film Promotion Law" and widely soliciting opinions from people inside and outside the industry.

The entire Chinese film circle is enthusiastic and actively participating in it, trying to make this "Film Promotion Law" more perfect and reasonable. Lao Mouzi invited Tang En to come as a reference, mainly because he wanted to use his international vision.

Most of the filmmakers and film bureau officials in China are local creations and lack an international vision. To make Chinese films go abroad, the "Film Promotion Law" must conform to international trends.

Lao Mouzi didn't quite understand either, it was just right to invite a big guy like Tang En over.

In the car, Tang En simply listened to the other party's introduction with a calm expression.

what can i say

It's really not good to dampen the enthusiasm of these poor and hard-working filmmakers in mainland China.

He is prophetic, he knows some secrets.

The "Film Promotion Law" was proposed as early as 1984, but it has been shelved for various reasons. Until 2002, a "Hero" came out, which led to the reform of China's film industry. In 2003, the State Administration of Film couldn't sit still, and officially took the lead in organizing the drafting of the "Film Promotion Law", which was eagerly anticipated by the industry.

Now is 2004, the hottest time!

But in fact, it can only be a basin of cold water.

In February 2005, the director said: "The drafting of the "Film Promotion Law" has entered the stage of substantive operation. We will strive to come up with the draft legislation this year and try to include it in the national legislation plan." In August of the same year, the deputy director said: "The "Film Promotion Law" will solicit opinions from the industry before the end of the year, and strive to pass it in 2006."

In 2008, China Film Group stated that "the draft of the "Film Promotion Law" has been finalized and submitted to the Legislative Affairs Office of the Government Administration Council."

Then, there was no more news.

Later, the mainland film market became more and more prosperous. The United States noticed it and began to use international relations and diplomatic relations to exert pressure on the mainland to abide by the WTO agreement, liberalize the film market, and allow more Hollywood movies to enter.

In desperation, the leaders went to the United States to sign the "Memorandum of Understanding between China and the United States on Solving WTO Film-related Issues", made a series of adjustments to Hollywood films, and agreed to add 14 to the annual quota of 20 overseas films. The quota for some special films, and the box office share ratio for overseas films have also increased from the previous 13% to 25%.

Finally, Hollywood is coming!

The State Administration of Film was terrified. It was afraid that mainland films would lose their vitality under the impact of Hollywood. They had to use legal means to protect domestic films, and quickly launched the draft that had been shelved for many years.

After 4 years of active operation, the "Film Promotion Law" was released in November 2016 and officially implemented on March 1, 2017.

At this time, the film market is already seriously deformed.

The artist leader said that Chinese film officials are full of idiots, but I can't do anything about it.

What can I do?

He can make a film like "Titanic" released in mainland China in 1998, and it can be shown in some big cities without a loss, showing cultural confidence and artistic openness. However, it cannot change the situation that when the 3D version of "Titanic" is released, the scissors will continue to exert their power.

Seeing Lao Mouzi's bright red face and excited look, Tang En was a little embarrassed to speak, and suddenly asked: "By the way, aren't you going to make a new movie?"

Lao Mouzi was stunned for a moment, and then said: "I'm still working on the script, it's adapted from a Chinese drama."

Tang En knew it as soon as he heard it. It should be "Curse of the Golden Flower". He smiled and glanced at Ms. Zhang who was traveling with him: "Are you the lead actor?"

"I?"

Miss Zhang shook her head.

Lao Mouzi said: "The heroine of the new film is a queen, which doesn't match her image..."

Tang En blinked, "No supporting actress?"

Miss Zhang raised her hands, "I've quit!"

Lao Mouzi hesitated for a moment, and said in a low voice, "My investor, the company owner...he will decide the candidate."

Tang En understood it as soon as he heard it.

That's the benefit of making movies.

In Hollywood, casting directors have a lot of power.

Including first-line superstars, they must be confirmed and approved by the casting director before they can sign a contract.

If the casting director disagrees, even if the producer and director are interested, they cannot sign the contract. This is the operating system of the industrial process.

As for those ordinary small roles, the casting director can make a decision with one word.

In the mainland... or the mainland commercial film market driven by the Hong Kong government's film culture, there is almost no concept of "casting director".

Female number one?

Female number two?

The investors of the big boss directly hand-picked it!

For other roles with more roles, the director and producer will be divided evenly, which is almost the same.

For the remaining small roles, let the assistant director choose at will, and that's fine.

Casting directors... are usually used when casting extras, and their power has been severely curtailed.

When filming "Hero" and "House of Flying Daggers", Boss Zhang, the investor behind Lao Mouzi, may not dare to mess around in order to make money. He always uses some big-name and experienced actresses.

Starting from "Curse of the Golden Flower", Boss Zhang has experience, money, and confidence. He has worked hard for Chinese films for so many years, and it's time to enjoy them.

Tang En understood this special environment, so he nodded, "There is no room for sloppy movies, especially the relationship between investors must be well balanced."

"certainly!"

Lao Mouzi nodded immediately.

Tang En took a deep look at him and didn't say much.

So far.

The financial backers behind Lao Mouzi include, besides Boss Zhang from the mainland, Jiang Zhiqiang from the Hong Kong government. However, Boss Zhang is really annoyed that he stuffed an unknown female number two in "The Golden Flower in the City".

Later, the film's revenue fell short of expectations, which led to the dissolution of the three parties.

Otherwise, with Jiang Zhiqiang's overseas prediction and operational capabilities, I am afraid that he will not promote the filming of "Jinling Thirteen Hairpins" with seriously controversial values.

Seeing that the atmosphere was a bit cold, Ms. Zhang said with a smile: "Brother Tang, what role did you promise me?"

"Huh? When did I promise you?"

"Mulan!" Ms. Zhang raised her chin and said.

Tang En glanced at her, "I didn't promise you."

"During this time, I have watched the cartoon "Mulan" more than 20 times. If I play "Mulan", it will definitely look better than the cartoon!" Ms. Zhang said persistently.

She has a big heart, and the domestic film industry can no longer satisfy her, and she only wants to go to Hollywood.

However, she does have this strength.

As we all know, visas in mainland China are very troublesome, and it is very painful for stars who often go abroad. However, it is not a problem for Ms. Zhang, she has a special pass and a green channel. It is the only one in the mainland entertainment circle.

Tang En pondered for a while, and said: "New Universal intends to deepen cooperation with the mainland film market and make some films about oriental culture. Currently, Pixar is producing a cartoon about giant pandas in China. If there is no accident, "Flower "Mulan" will be launched this year."

"Wow!"

Miss Zhang screamed excitedly.

Once "Mulan" starts, there is no doubt that the heroine will be her!

In this age group, looking around the world, is there another yellow-skinned actress who is redder than her?

Lao Mouzi took advantage of the situation and said, "No problem, I will introduce you to someone from the Film Bureau tomorrow, and you can talk about it later!"