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It's almost time, everyone who should be there has arrived, and the celebration party of "Detective Chinatown 2" has officially begun.

No matter what the activity is, the first item is always the unchanged leadership speech.

Logically speaking, as the boss of the main producer of the movie [Wei Tianxia], the director and the leading actor of the movie, Gu Wei should be the one to open the show.

However, President La Peikang of China Film Group also came to the banquet today. Of course, Gu Wei wanted the real leader to speak first.

In the film and television industry, China Film Group is always a mountain that no one can cross. It seems to be the same as other film and television companies such as Huayi, Enlight, and Bona. The films they produce sometimes lose money, but in fact, the director of China Film Group The position of chief is a real leader at the department level, which is essentially different from Wang Changtian and Yu Dong.

Mr. La said a few polite words and then walked to the stage with a microphone in his hand and a smile on his face.

"I am very happy to attend the celebration party of [Detective Chinatown 2] today. First of all, congratulations to everyone present. It is your hard work and efforts that have created such an excellent work and achieved remarkable results."

Mr. La is worthy of being a real leader. He quoted a lot of scriptures, reviewed the past and looked forward to the future. He affirmed the achievements of [Tang Detective 2] and encouraged everyone to make persistent efforts and create greater glories.

After the opening remarks, the audience burst into warm applause.

Gu Wei took a quick glance and saw that the CEOs of the film and television companies at the main table where he was sitting were the most enthusiastic in taking pictures, and the expressions on their faces were very accurate, as if they strongly agreed with what the leader said.

Today at the celebration party, all the investors and CEOs of [Tang Detective 2] are here, including Wang Changtian from Enlight, Zhang Genming from Wanda, and CEOs from Youku Films, Jingcheng Yaolai Media, Jinyi Pictures, Dadi Times, and Hengdian Pictures. .

After all, with a box office of 3.9 billion and being the champion of the domestic film market, everyone as an investor in the film has more or less made money.

Although the investment proportion of the five industry companies introduced as joint producers is very small, they all have theater resources. [Tang Detective 2] will not give them much return, but in terms of cinema chains, they can Just make a lot of money.

Although the domestic film market has been cultivated, if there are no good movies released, the audience will not go to the cinema to watch movies.

More than half of the box office of a movie after its release ends up in the pockets of theater chains, so these theater chain owners most hope that more excellent works will be released.

For a big-selling movie like "Tang Detective 2", the share they get from the producer as investors is nothing. The theater chain is where the real money is made.

After La Peikang finished speaking, Gu Wei also came on stage and said a few words casually, and then announced the start of the banquet to everyone.

At the main table, Gu Wei chatted and drank with the bosses, and the atmosphere was very lively.

Everyone here is a good person who has been able to sit in this position today, and everyone knows what to say and what not to say.

Gu Wei is a very popular host. In addition to the leader La, there are also a group of businessmen at this table. Gu Wei, as everyone's God of Wealth, is naturally the most popular.

"Mr. Gu, when do you plan to start filming the third part of [Detective Chinatown]?"

Everyone raised their glasses and took a sip together. After putting down their glasses, Wang Changtian suddenly asked Gu Wei beside him.

After hearing him talk about this, the table became quiet, and the bosses all looked at Gu Wei, waiting for his answer.

"I only have a rough idea for the third part, and the script hasn't been written yet."

Gu Wei looked up at everyone, thought for a while and said.

"If Mr. Gu needs anything, just ask. I believe all the bosses here will do their best for the sake of the movie."

Mr. Zhang from Wanda said with a smile.

"Yep."

"Mr. Gu, just ask if you need anything."

Everyone also agreed.

Gu Wei smiled.

"Thank you for everyone's support. However, the first two films laid a good foundation and set a high tone. I was also under a lot of pressure. I was really afraid that if I didn't make it well, I would ruin the brand of this series of movies.

I plan to settle down and polish the script carefully, and plan to start filming "Tang Detective 3" in 18 years."

Gu Wei's words made everyone a little disappointed. For a movie like the "Detective Chinatown" series that is destined to be a hit, they can't wait to have one movie a year.

"Mr. Gu is a person who can really put his mind to work and chop wood without missing a beat. [Tang Detective 3] will definitely not disappoint everyone."

La Peikang smiled and praised him.

"Yes, yes, I can't eat hot tofu in a hurry."

"Gu always works slowly and carefully."

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"Thank you, Mr. La, I still need everyone's help to make the movie successful~"

Gu Wei turned around and thanked La Pei beside him, then picked up the wine glass.

"Everyone, I have to thank you all for your help in making the movie a hit before. I hope our future cooperation will be as smooth as ever!"

After listening to Gu Wei's words, everyone picked up their wine glasses and drank the wine while cheering.

As time went by, the atmosphere of the banquet became better and better. Gu Wei chatted with the bosses at the main table for a while, and then went to the crew and creative table next to him for a while.

The main actors Wang Baoqiang, Liu Yifei, Nazha, Xiao Pan, and Wang Xun, as well as several assistant directors and executive directors who were on the crew at the time, had a pretty good chat.

"Xiao Pan, your movie will be released at the end of the year. Preliminary publicity will start next month. There will be a specific publicity plan later."

"I understand, boss. I haven't been able to act recently. I just finished recording a variety show some time ago. Everything depends on the company's arrangements."

Gu Wei nodded.

Regarding the movie "Love Saint", Gu Wei does not expect the box office to be very high, because it is a small-budget comedy, and even if the final result is not ideal, it will not lose a lot of money.

The most important thing is that it is the first independently promoted and distributed film by [Wei Tian Xia]. Gu Wei hopes that this film will give the company a good start in its future film promotion and distribution business.

"By the way, at the beginning of next year, director Wen Mu will launch a new movie, and this movie will also be one of the company's most important projects next year.

The male lead hasn't been decided yet. You can communicate with the literary director later to see if it's a good fit. "

The movie Gu Wei was talking about was the one "I'm Not the God of Medicine" for which Han Jia Nu had already written the script.

He has given the script to Wen Muye and plans to start filming early next year.

The movie is still in the casting stage. Gu Wei didn't give Wen Mu any advice. He just told him that he could try out any ideas he had. No matter who he wanted to play, Gu Wei could help invite him.

Xiao Yan was pleasantly surprised when he heard Gu Wei's words. He had just finished working with Wen Mu on "Love Saint" and the two of them had a pretty good relationship. He felt that he had a good chance of finding a literary director.

"Mr. Gu, won't you act in this new movie?"

Gu Wei smiled and waved his hand.

"I can't act, the role is not suitable."

As he spoke, he patted Xiao Pan on the shoulder.

"This is a good movie. To be honest, if it weren't for the age difference between the images, I would have given it a try."

He said Xiao Pan was even more curious and planned to contact Wen Muye after the banquet was over.

Gu Wei has always believed that an actor's acting career has a lot to do with his image and age. The so-called "thousand-faced actor" also has his own limitations.

For example, everyone says that Huang Bo is good at acting, but if you ask him to play a rich, handsome, handsome young man, he will definitely not be able to do it.

Like Chen Daoming, if you ask him to play a beggar, everyone will only think that the beggar's name is probably Zhu Chongba.

Just like some actresses in the industry, when they are in their twenties, they play young and beautiful beauties, when they are in their thirties and forties, they play white-collar elites in the workplace, and when they are older, they play mother-in-laws and mothers.

This is good, the actors act effortlessly, and the audience doesn't get distracted watching it. It's better than those older actors who insist on playing the role of an 18-year-old girl, who is mocked for pretending to be young, and looks too greasy.

With Gu Wei's acting skills, it's not impossible for him to play the male lead in "I'm Not the God of Medicine", but it's just not necessary.

He is only 24 years old this year, and he has always given the audience the impression of a handsome young man with first-rate looks. When the time comes, he deliberately pretends to be old and greasy. Regardless of the effect, he is afraid that the audience will watch the show and ruin such a good show.

Why Xu Zheng acted so well in the original version is because he has always been an image of a middle-aged greasy man in previous film and television works, so it was very smooth for everyone to assume the role.

This is also the reason why many actors have too many variety shows to return to acting. When people watch your films, they will unconsciously incorporate their past impressions of you.

"What kind of movie, Boss Gu, can you watch me?"

Gu Wei and Xiao Pan didn't turn their backs on anyone when they were chatting. Liu Yifei, who was sitting next to him, asked curiously.

"Um~ There is a female character in the script, but she is a single mother and a pole dancer. I'm afraid you are not suitable for me, Sister Yifei."

Gu Wei turned his head and looked Liu Yifei up and down, then shook his head.

Liu Yifei pouted after hearing his words.

"Actually, I still want to challenge myself and play some different roles."

Gu Wei smiled and did not answer her question.

Just kidding, it would be too awkward if Liu Yifei's appearance appeared in "I'm Not the God of Medicine". It's not the same style at all.

Halfway through the banquet, Mr. La from China Film Group stood up and left first. Gu Wei then sent Mr. La outside.

"Mr. La, our company has previously communicated with China Film about its intention to join the [Wandering Earth] project. What is China Film's consideration?"

On the way out, Gu Wei mentioned the [Wandering Earth] matter to La Peikang.

In fact, it can also be said at the dinner table, but Gu Wei considers that things should be kept secret and words should be used to vent failures.

His company has produced many good projects over the years, and it is considered to be the leading film and television company in terms of profitability. "The Wandering Earth" is also a project of China Film Group Corporation, and he has not joined it yet. He is afraid of any troubles if others hear about it.

La Peikang turned to look at Gu Wei.

"I know what you are talking about. In fact, China Film Group welcomes [Wei Tianxia] to participate. After all, the cost of [The Wandering Earth] is too high. Although China Film Group has money, it cannot invest infinitely.

As for our domestic science fiction movies, you also know that neither the audience nor people in the industry believe that the Chinese can make good science fiction movies, so some people are quite pessimistic about the future of "The Wandering Earth".

Are you really thinking about joining in? "

La Peikang is quite a nice person. He is also optimistic about Gu Wei's development and wants to make friends with him, so he speaks very clearly.

You can invest money, but the risk is very high.

Gu Wei looked happy.

"I know everything Mr. La said. In fact, I am a fan of Teacher Da Liu. I have read the novel "The Wandering Earth" many times and I really like it.

On the other hand, I really hope that we can make excellent science fiction movies that belong to the Chinese people. I don’t care about a little money! "

The two of them stood at the door of a black Audi car. La Peikang patted Gu Wei on the shoulder with a smile on his face.

"No wonder Director Han values ​​you so much. It's rare for young people to have such awareness and thoughts.

The producer of "The Wandering Earth" is Xu Jianhai, the head of the Beijing Film Production Branch of China Film Group. Let's make an appointment later and you can come to the group and sit down and chat with Mr. Xu and Director Guo Fan.

If Director Guo Fan's request is followed, he can spend all the money invested in this movie. Then we will make a plan. "

With Mr. La's words, Gu Wei knew that the matter was done.

"Okay, Mr. La, then walk slowly and pay attention to safety on the road."

La Peikang waved to Gu Wei, got in the car and left.

Back in the banquet hall, Gu Wei went directly to the actors' table and sat down, picked up his chopsticks and took a few bites of the food.

"Why are you so happy when you come back from a trip? What happy thing happened to you again?"

Liu Yifei, who was sitting next to him, looked at him with confusion.

"Is it so obvious?"

Gu Wei smiled and turned to look at her.

Liu Yifei pursed her lips and nodded.

"Hmm~ Like a little fox who successfully stole a chicken."

After saying that, she started to feel happy before Gu Wei could reply.

"By the way, my mother asked me to ask you when you have time to be a guest again. She recently learned two new specialties."

"Still going?"

"What, you don't want to?"

"No, I'm afraid of bothering my aunt."

"Then I have nothing to do with it. This is what she asked me to ask."

Liu Yifei shrugged and said nonchalantly.

Gu Wei thought for a while.

"Next month. My current movie will be finished in early November, and the next movie will start shooting at the end of November. I can still take more than ten days of rest in between.

But I must be busy with other work, so we can make an appointment then."

"Okay, if you say this, I can go back to see my mother on business. Let's set a time then."

Unconsciously, the time came to evening, and the main creative staff came on stage to take pictures together, and the celebration banquet of "Tang Detective 2" was officially over.

As the host's future guests, Gu Wei saw them off one by one and got into his own black Mercedes-Benz nanny car.

"Why are you suddenly interested in charity?"

Gu Wei suddenly asked as the car drove towards Nazha's residence.

"Ah, me. I also want to contribute some of my strength to the education of children in mountainous areas!

Anyway, Sister Yifei is going to do it, and I just have her as a companion, so I won’t be lonely~"

Nazha hugged Gu Wei's arm and leaned against him, turning her eyes left and right to find a reason.

"Um~ How are your parents?"

"It's pretty good. They all have very gentle tempers. You'll know it when you meet them."