It's reasonable for me, a stuntman, to live a crazy life, right?

Chapter 530 During the May Day period, "Xiu Chun Dao 2" was a box office hit! Film Festival = Mamasang?

"The box office of "The Man" exceeded 5 million within three days of its release."

"The box office of "Titanic 3D" is about to exceed 800 million yuan. The old film from 15 years ago has once again achieved brilliant results."

"From the movie box office statistics from the beginning of April to today, we can see that imported blockbusters account for more than 94%, while domestic movies account for only 6%."

With the Capital International Film Festival being held, various statistics appear on the Internet from time to time.

At this time, these people in the domestic film industry finally understood why the six major Hollywood film companies as well as James Cameron, David Fincher, Christopher Nolan and others would form a group to come to the country.

One Hollywood blockbuster after another is a box office hit, and these directors are able to make money from it, so of course they will not miss this publicity opportunity.

The higher the box office, the higher their profits will naturally be.

This is all free money!

Who would be at odds with Meida?

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Unlike those Hollywood directors, actors, and producers who are happy, mainland filmmakers have long been dissatisfied.

And when a critical point was reached, many directors in the industry went crazy and complained about the festival's various shortcomings online, as well as the organizer's flattering behavior toward Hollywood directors...

"What's going on?"

Chen Fei looked at the news on the Internet and was surprised.

Ning Hao, who was across the desk, knew a lot about this matter and immediately explained it: "A few days before the film festival, there was a director forum meeting. You didn't go there, so you had no idea how flattering the organizers were!

The host of the conference is Brother Chen Kai, the theme is film technology, and the keynote speaker is James Cameron! "

Speaking of this, Ning Hao was speechless for a while.

I had no idea who to choose, but I actually chose Chen Kai, who is a hit in every movie, to talk to Cameron, and I am not afraid of being laughed at by outsiders.

Chen Fei didn't care who was the host. He curled his lips with a hint of sarcasm on his face: "Oh, it is indeed those stubborn old guys who can do it."

At the director forum held by the company, the speaker was a Hollywood director.

How unconfident are you when riding a horse?

Don’t you shout slogans all day long to promote Chinese culture? Why did it fall apart at such a critical moment?

"Go on and let me listen. Are there any other tricks you can do?"

Ning Hao sighed and said: "Cameron first talked about some simple film special effects technology, and then began to criticize domestic films on a large scale.

The main thing is that you are not allowed to shoot this, and you are not allowed to shoot that. Under so many restrictions, it is strange that a good movie can be made..."

Chen Fei agreed very much with these words.

To give a very simple example, movie themes such as "Resident Evil" and "Saw" that are popular in Hollywood must not be filmed in China!

This is a cultural difference between the two countries.

In China, we cannot and do not dare to release it. The large-scale themes can only be "praise", and then there are fantasy and realistic themes that are restricted by various restrictions.

Horror films cannot contain spooks, and mythology and fantasy films cannot contain spirits from the 1949 era...

Under many restrictions, it is indeed difficult for domestic films to rise.

There are not many restrictions on science fiction themes, and the higher authorities are also vigorously supporting and promoting them. However, science fiction films are so expensive that ordinary production companies simply do not dare to deal with them.

If we lose this, the income for a year will not be enough to fill the hole!

However, just these words should not be attacked by domestic directors, right?

Chen Fei had read Weibo, and Jia Zhangke even wrote a joke to mock this Capital Film Festival:

"I am very honored to be invited to the Capital International Cameron Film Festival and to participate in the 3D technology investment meeting held by the organizer for its company."

Ning Hao shrugged and continued: "The film festival organizers have provided very high-level reception to foreign directors and producers.

In addition, it also played the role of "Mama San", connecting the special effects production of domestic movies with Cameron's special effects company, and signed more than 20 orders. "

Hearing this, Chen Fei suddenly realized!

No wonder Cameron has been staying in China since the opening ceremony of the film festival and has not returned to Hollywood. It turns out that is the reason!

Hollywood can no longer make money, so come to China to make extra money.

"Jingle Bell……"

The phone suddenly rang rapidly.

Chen Fei picked up the phone and took a look, only to see Jia Zhangke's name clearly marked on the caller ID.

"Say Cao Cao, Cao Cao is here?"

He muttered something to himself, then pressed the connect button.

The next second, I heard Lao Jia say angrily: "I have contacted many directors and producers in the industry to prepare a joint venture. Do you want to participate?"

Chen Fei became interested instantly and asked enthusiastically: "What is the theme?"

"We only ask that the superiors be a little more relaxed in the three aspects of project approval, review, and subject matter. We don't want to reach the level of Hollywood. At least, don't be too stuck!

They are not strict where they should be strict, and they are grasping where they should be relaxed. I don’t know what kind of trouble they want to make. If this continues, domestic movies will only die faster! "

At this moment, what came to Chen Fei's mind was "Nanjing!" Nanjing! "this movie.

"Okay, you can do it, I will definitely support it."

"Thank you." After Jia Zhangke thanked him, he added: "By the way, I have almost selected the list of the first batch of artistic films to be screened. I will send it to your email next month."

"Okay, just send it over, and I'll ask the theater chain to arrange the screening."

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These veteran directors acted very quickly. A day later, the joint letter was sent to the film bureau.

At the same time, many directors participating in the joint release also jointly issued a joint announcement, and the momentum was quite huge.

Whether it can be successful or not is another matter.

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Compared with the premiere of "The Man", the momentum of "Killing" is much weaker.

After the movie was released, the box office results were even worse than the former.

The box office on the first day was 1.93 million, not even 2 million, and there was very little discussion about this movie online.

Some media published a theater attendance data report.

It can be clearly seen from this report that the attendance rate of Hollywood blockbusters is basically maintained at more than 70%, but the attendance rate of these domestic movies is only a pitiful 30%...

In this regard, the theater chain naturally chose to "flexibly" adjust the film schedule.

Movies with high box office will get higher and higher in the follow-up, and the number of films scheduled will also increase.

Movies with low box office will get worse and worse in the future, and the number of films scheduled will gradually decrease.

Amidst this ebb and flow, domestic films in April were completely overshadowed by imported Hollywood blockbusters!

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As May approaches, "Xiu Chun Knife 2" held its premiere in the capital.

Many people have high hopes for this domestically produced martial arts film that will be released in May, hoping that it can break through the suppression of imported films!

"stressed!"

At the premiere, when interviewed by the media, Lu Yang expressed very bluntly that he hoped everyone could lower their expectations.

After looking back at the box office performance of domestic movies in April, he now has no confidence at all.

If he wants to compete with those blockbusters to the death, he must at least make movies like "Gravity" and "Ghost Blowing the Lamp: The Ancient City". It would be good if his domestic martial arts movie can recoup the cost.

"Don't underestimate yourself. I feel that the final effect of the film is quite good. If you keep up with the publicity in the future, maybe it will achieve good box office results."

After all, he is also the one who controls the theater chain. When it comes to arranging films, Chen Fei will not favor one over the other.

Lu Yang smiled bitterly: "I hope..."

Chen Fei casually changed the subject: "How are the preparations for "One Man's Martial Arts" going? What are you planning to do to start the filming of this movie?"

"We are almost ready and it is expected to be launched in late May."

"Okay, take your time, quality is the priority, don't rush."

Wang Baoqiang's figure suddenly appeared in his sight, and Chen Fei directly waved him over.

"Director Chen, Director Lu, hello."

Wang Baoqiang had a simple and honest smile on his face, looking like a simple cowherd boy from the countryside.

"You got the script, right? How do you understand the role of 'Feng Yuxiu'?"

Seemingly confused by Chen Fei's sudden torture, Wang Baoqiang was stunned for a moment and then fell into deep thought.

After a moment, he seemed to have organized his words, and said: "From what I personally understand, this is actually a person who is terminally ill with 'martial arts'?

In order to win, he does whatever it takes and has no bottom line. He uses his killer moves. He seems to have gone crazy, just like one of those obsessed martial arts idiots..."

Wang Baoqiang has not read many books, and his words are very straightforward, but he expresses his understanding of this character very accurately.

After hearing the end, Chen Fei smiled and stretched out his hand to pat his shoulder: "Play well, 'Feng Yuxiu' will become your second representative role after 'Mr. Tree'."

"Yeah, I will definitely do it!"

Wang Baoqiang once again had a simple and honest smile on his face, appearing harmless to humans and animals.

Chen Fei was suddenly curious, how would such a kind-hearted person interpret the state of going crazy for martial arts?

"I will visit the class after the camera is turned on."

"Ah!?" Lu Yang was stunned for a moment, and then quickly responded: "Okay, okay, you are welcome to come and give me guidance."

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After some interviews were completed, "Xiu Chun Dao 2: Shura Battlefield" officially started playing.

The plot of the film is not complicated: at the end of the Ming Dynasty, seven years after the apocalypse, the protagonists Shen Lian (Zhang Zhen) and Beizhai (Shu Chang) were each involved in the struggle for imperial power in the changing dynasties. When things were difficult, Shen Lian and Beizhai, who were in the same boat, sympathized with each other. Hokusai secretly has feelings for each other and join hands to escape the whirlpool of fighting...

Compared with the first part's famous scenes such as "asking for extra money", "very smooth", and "fighting thirteen cavalry in one step", the second part is actually no less impressive.

Scenes such as "Zhang Yi stabs Lei Jiayin in the waist", "Liu Yifei cuts off the embroidered spring knife with one knife", "Her paintings are like her people", are not inferior to the first film.

After watching the two-hour movie, Chen Fei was the first to stand up and applaud the creative team.

After scanning Lu Yang, his eyes finally landed on Jiang Xuerou.

The film can achieve such excellent results without the help of Jiang Xuerou and the original Zhouyi team.

In terms of "subduing the Tao", "Xiu Chun Dao 2" can be regarded as a benchmark for martial arts movies!

This shows how strong Zhou Yi's film and television production team is.

In addition, the choice of scenes and backgrounds of the film also fits the entire storyline very well.

For example, the scene where Shen Lian and Hokusai meet, the drizzle in the empty mountain forest, the company of the beauty under the oil-paper umbrella, the beautiful tree shadows near the pond, the fusion of poetry and painting...

It is no exaggeration to say that "Xiu Chun Dao 2" can be regarded as the pinnacle of domestic martial arts films, far beyond the comparison of films such as "Sword Rain" and "Martial Arts".

When it came to the reporter's interview session, Chen Fei was inevitably called up.

No matter when, the box office is the criterion for testing the success of a movie.

When being interviewed by reporters, Chen Fei calmly stated his estimate of the box office: "Guarantee 300 million, chase 500 million."

The audience was in an uproar!

The worry in Lu Yang's eyes disappeared without a trace at this moment, leaving only deep anticipation!

He has confidence in Chen Feichao!

After the premiere, media reports appeared on major film and television information network platforms in the afternoon.

Looking around, the film critics and guests present all gave positive reviews.

And Chen Fei's last sentence "Guarantee 300 million, chase 500 million" was vigorously promoted by various media, and the popularity of the movie was unprecedented!

"What is the box office pre-sale data of "Xiu Chun Knife 2"?"

"53.52 million."

"Okay, continue to increase publicity and strive to reach 60 million before it is released."

Liu Yifei's joining attracted a lot of attention from "artists" to the film. The effect of the promotional video was so powerful that the number of likes, retweets and comments on Weibo has exceeded 200,000.

And these will eventually translate into an increase in box office!

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The closing ceremony of the Capital Film Festival will be held on time on the evening of the 28th.

In the evening, the Sixth Princess had already launched a live broadcast of the red carpet show.

Many people in the industry have discovered at this time that although this year's Capital Film Festival does not have an awards section, in terms of popularity on the red carpet, it is no less popular than the three major ones in Europe!

Almost all the first- and second-tier actors and stars in the country are here.

At the same time, the production team represented by the six major film companies, coupled with the Hollywood director team headed by James Cameron, as well as a large number of Hollywood actors, stars, etc., made this night's red carpet really Star bright!

In addition, senior executives of the organizing committees of international A-type film festivals, led by the three major European film festivals, also appeared on the red carpet.

Looking at this lineup, Chen Fei suddenly had a bold idea in his mind: "Hey? This Capital International Film Festival is not going to prepare for an A, right?"

The more he thought about it, the more he thought it was possible!

Otherwise, why would this second Capital Film Festival go to such great lengths to invite so many international celebrities!

As soon as Chen Fei entered the main venue, Jiang Wen came up to him and whispered: "There is good news."

"Oh? What's the good news?"

"I heard that only directors and actors who are close to the mainland, such as Xu Ke, Chen Jiashang, Andy Lau, and Liang Jiahui, came to Xiangjiang. The rest of the people who had expressed dissatisfaction with the mainland did not come."

Hearing this, Chen Fei glanced around the venue subconsciously.

As Jiang Wen said, people such as Chen Kexin, Wu Yu, Wen Jun, and Wang Jing did not come to the scene today.

"Huh? Isn't it strange? The higher-ups have actually started giving eye drops to Hong Kong Entertainment?"

Jiang Wen laughed and said: "This shows that our resistance has worked. Some people who were kneeling and unwilling to stand up have been snatched up. For those who couldn't be pulled up, a lot of them have probably been kicked out." ”

Chen Fei nodded slightly: "It is indeed a good signal."

While the two were chatting, they saw a bunch of Hollywood actors, directors, producers, etc. slowly approaching.

James Cameron strode over without any concealment: "Fei, haha, I'm glad to meet you here."

The two hugged each other, doing a good job of saving face.

Since Cameron's critical review of "Avengers" last year, the relationship between the two, which was originally harmonious, has become much more distant, and now they can only be regarded as ordinary competitors.

Chen Fei smiled brightly and showed great magnanimity: "You are welcome to be our guest from time to time."

After a simple exchange, James Cameron walked to the other side.

The next second, Chen Fei was attracted by many Hollywood directors such as Nolan, Michael Bay, David Fincher, Roland Emmerich, as well as Matt Damon, Theron, Monica Bellucci, etc. International superstars surrounded him.

Voices of greetings came one after another, and everyone came up to hug him with bright smiles.

In the distance, Lu Chuan, Chen Kaige, Feng Xiaogang and other domestic directors, as well as film company bosses such as Wang Zhongjun, Wang Zhonglei, Yu Dong, Wu Kebo and others looked at this scene with a little taste in their hearts.

Look at his influence, he can even attract some of the world's top directors and actors to fawn over, please and flatter him.

Look at yourself again...

Comparing people to each other can really make people mad!

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In the blink of an eye, two days have passed by and 5.1 has officially arrived!

By this time, the box office results of several movies released in April can be roughly predicted.

"Titanic 3D" has now exceeded 900 million yuan, ranking the highest in April.

According to the predictions of various theaters, before the movie is officially released, it will probably reach 950 million to 980 million.

Judging from the current daily new box office, it is already impossible to exceed one billion.

On the other hand, "Piff" starring Huang Xiaoming, which had an investment of 30 million, only had a box office of 15 million in its first week.

Loss is inevitable.

However, although the movie lost money at the box office, Huang Xiaoming's reputation was successfully built.

During the promotion period, he stated several times that the film would not care about profit or loss, but wanted to gain recognition from the moviegoers.

His purpose was indeed achieved.

Although the box office was indeed not great, the film's critical acclaim was unexpectedly high!

Many people are praising his superb acting skills!

And his attitude of not caring about the box office and focusing only on the quality of the film also allowed him to successfully enter the circle of film producers.

Even Su Guohai praised him highly and said that he would like to cooperate with him again if there is a chance in the future.

The leader's good popularity has spread from the producers to the circle of film producers.

As for the movie Killing that will be released at the end of the month, it's quite miserable.

The three-day box office on the first weekend was 3.76 million! It’s unbelievably miserable!

April has passed, and many people’s eyes are focused on the first domestic film in May.

"Xiu Chun Dao 2: Shura Battlefield"

Everyone wants to know whether this movie produced by Feiyue Pictures can reverse the decline in the box office performance of domestic movies?

On the morning of May 2, practitioners in the film and television industry immediately set their sights on the official Maoyan website as soon as they got up.

Through a movie's first-day box office performance and fan reviews, most of the time, the subsequent total box office performance trend can be predicted.

Everyone wants to see if it is possible to achieve what Chen Fei said of "guaranteing 300 million and pursuing 500 million"?

The first time you log in to Maoyan's official website, a number appears in front of everyone's eyes!

"Xiu Chun Dao 2: Shura Battlefield", first-day box office results:

63.28 million yuan!

Looking around, almost all discussions about this movie focus on Liu Yifei!

Although her role as "Ding Baiying" is only a supporting role, fans have already regarded this movie as one of her masterpieces!

That one cut at least added 30 million to the box office on the first day of the movie's release!

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