My Animation Era

Cookies did it!

With the appearance of an absolute dark horse that was not expected by others, he limped across the finish line and became the champion of this horse racing conference.

This championship is hard-won.

Anyone with a discerning eye can see that Biscuit completely ignored his injuries in order to cross the finish line, and the price he paid for this was most likely the complete destruction of his hind leg.

certainly!

Biscuit, who paid such a heavy price, finally got his wish and became a hero in the eyes of the horse family and even the audience.

"Okay, okay!"

As the short film ended, Gu Miao stood up and clapped with a smile.

So does everyone else.

After the applause gradually subsided, Gu Miao pulled Du Hao and asked, "How long is the rough cut of the movie expected to take?"

"About 90 minutes!"

"That's okay..."

Gu Miao nodded first, and then asked: "When can I see this movie in the cinema?"

"Not sure."

Du Hao's expression was a little hesitant, because the schedule is usually something that can only be considered after passing the review and getting the dragon mark.

But the post-production of the film has not yet been completed, it has not yet been submitted for review, and it has not yet received the film’s Dragon Screening Award. It is too early to consider this.

certainly!

He has actually thought about this issue.

If appropriate, mid-June or even late June, which is the beginning of summer vacation, is actually a good time.

"Mid to late June?"

Gu Miao thought about it seriously and seemed to be relieved and said: "That doesn't matter. The animation "Prince of Tennis" should not be premiered until early July."

"ah?"

Du Hao scratched his forehead with confusion on his face.

If he remembered correctly, the animation "Prince of Tennis" should be a TV animation, right?

TV animation and animated films are divided into big screen and small screen. They belong to two completely different tracks. Will there be conflicts between these two works?

"That's not what I meant."

"I'm just worried that it won't be easy to arrange publicity and promotion resources by then. After all, we can't divide one advertising space into two."

After explaining his concerns, Gu Miao seemed to have thought of something, and suddenly said: "But when it comes to competitors..."

There is a big enemy this summer vacation!

Plum anime!

Probably seeing Wanbao Animation's achievements in the film market, many domestic colleagues have become interested in animated films.

But interest is interest.

The investment scale and risks of animated films far exceed those of TV animations. Like ordinary small workshops and companies, even if they are tempted, they don't dare to try it rashly.

But Plum Blossom Animation is different.

As one of the few Chinese comics in the industry that is not short of money to take advantage of others, Meihua Animation is definitely the best among Chinese comics in terms of financial resources.

Therefore.

After learning that there was great potential in the field of animated films, they quickly launched their own animated film project.

Due to the excellent confidentiality work, Gu Miao had never heard before that Meihua Animation was also tinkering with an animated film.

certainly!

Although Gu Miao didn't know what Meihua Animation's animated film would be like, he found out through his connections that the project was established earlier than Galloping Horses.

To be more precise…

As early as January of this year, Wanbao’s new works gathered together for a big brawl. Plum Blossom Animation has quietly launched an animated film project.

"I haven't found out what the specific filming will be like. But according to Comrade Hu Feng, it should be adapted from Chinese myths and legends."

"Myths and legends?"

"right!"

Gu Miao said firmly: "If nothing unexpected happens, it is most likely adapted from the story of Agarwood saving her mother and chopping up Mount Huashan with the power of a magic ax."

"Lotus lantern?"

Du Hao's expression changed instantly.

The story of Agarwood splitting a mountain to save her mother is widely circulated among the people.

Prior to this, "Lotus Lantern" had also been adapted into a live-action film and television drama, which was broadcast on CCTV and other television platforms, and achieved good ratings.

With this foundation, as long as the animation changes are not so outrageous and the quality of the completion is slightly higher, then this movie will have great inherent advantages.

no way!

Although the animation "Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf" is famous in terms of fame, it is also a super big IP that is a household name, and its popularity is not much worse than "Baolian Lantern".

But the influence of the two is not on the same level at all!

Pleasant Goat has a new movie out, and maybe only children will be particularly interested in it.

But if they heard that "Lotus Lantern" is getting an animated movie, I'm afraid not only children, but also many adults would be interested.

This is where the difference lies!

If it were an ordinary animated movie, then Du Hao would probably be worthy of his name. After all, the words "Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf" are a sure sign.

But if it's "Lotus Lantern"...

"Why don't you avoid the limelight?"

Du Hao got discouraged and suggested that this animated film "Lotus Lantern", which is likely to become a classic, should be avoided and released on a different schedule.

Gu Miao deeply agreed.

This is not a question of cowardice or not, but a question of whether it is worth it.

If the theatrical version of "Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf" goes head-to-head with a movie like "Lotus Lantern", no matter what the final result is, Wanbao will lose anyway.

If you win.

Then the audience will complain, saying that the current Chinese comics are completely hopeless. Even animations like "Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf" can become popular, but no one cares about the real masterpieces.

If you lose.

Then it will be even worse...

If that's the case, then why do you want to collide with "Lotus Lantern"? From a profit perspective, this is a completely thankless task.

Based on this prerequisite.

Gu Miao agreed with Du Hao's idea. It was best to avoid it if possible. The worst case scenario is to give up the summer vacation schedule and release it earlier or later.

Postponing the release is not advisable.

After all, Du Hao will produce a big movie with the theme of the Year of the Sheep in the second half of the year. If it is postponed, I'm afraid it won't be enough by then.

Then it can only be released in advance!

"Complete the post-production as soon as possible. If it is to be submitted for review, I will find someone to help with the process and strive to win the Dragon Award as soon as possible."

Gu Miao arranged: "It must be released in early June. We won't collide with "Lotus Lantern" during the summer vacation."

"Ok, I see."

Du Hao nodded and quickly realized the urgency and importance of this matter.

even though……

No one knows now what the quality of the "Lotus Lantern" film produced by Meihua Animation is, and whether it can be worthy of this IP?

But think of the worst in everything.

What if the other party shows his super powers and this is an animated movie of excellent quality? After all, with the name "Baolian Lantern", you have to respect it.

Don’t be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of the unexpected!

The title of the movie "Lotus Lantern" is really worrying. Instead of praying for the other party to perform abnormally, it is better to prepare for the worst in advance.

Fortunately, there was enough time.

It takes half a month to complete the remaining post-production. Although the construction period is a bit tight, if you work more overtime, you can still do it.