Rhapsody of Entertainment Rebirth

In China at the beginning of the 21st century, the contention and competition between all classes were actually very fierce. At this time, China was at the beginning of rapid development. New things were coming too fast, and the confrontation between the old and the new became more obvious. !

The same is true in the cultural field. Just like the topic deviation on the Internet, in reality this debate quickly expanded to the film industry.

The extreme shrinkage of domestic films has always been a concern in the cultural circles. As soon as this controversy between elegance and vulgarity reached the film circle, it caused a strong shock.

The fifth and sixth generation directors have left one after another, starting a big discussion about what to do in the future of Chinese-language films.

Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, Tian Zhuangzhuang, Jiang Wen and other sixth-generation directors all expressed their opinions.

Can art films alone support the huge Chinese film industry?

Listen to the sixth generation director’s solemn declaration that art comes first!

Zhang Yimou and several others know very well that putting art first means giving up resistance. Hollywood's huge film library will instantly fill the Chinese film market, and the entire Chinese film industry will not see a future!

At this time, Zhang Yi came up with the idea of ​​​​making a commercial film with a large investment. The Chinese film industry needed someone to step up and break the situation!

Shanhe is also concerned about this big discussion, but now he is not qualified to join. Seeing the stubbornness of the sixth generation director, Shanhe is a little angry.

Why not start the market first? It is too selfish and narrow. The small circle is so important?

The future of Chinese films does not lie with the sixth generation of directors. They are too influenced by European films. There are no commercial films to open up the market. How do art films make a living? Are they charity from Europe and the United States?

A few days later, the English version of "Parasite" was finalized. Shanhe did the final review. He and two professors from the University of Foreign Studies were very satisfied.

Frank returned to Country M with the manuscript of "Parasite" and the European and American copyrights.

Bruckheimer got the news and immediately called, "Qiu, the English version of "Parasite" has been finalized. When can I see the manuscript?"

"Jerry, I have a contract with Scholar Publishing House. It is impossible to leak the content of the novel first. Besides, I don't have the English version of the manuscript now! Just wait! Aren't you busy with two big projects? What are you doing? Urgent!"

"Qiu, the project of "Pearl Harbor" has been completed. I am only responsible for the chief producer of "Black Hawk Down". I have a lot of time!"

"Jerry, you are such a workaholic. I heard that "Pearl Harbor" is a big deal. You'd better finish it first! You have priority here, you should know this!"

"Okay, I heard that Warner Bros. is also contacting Qu. Brother, don't let the project be taken away by Warner!"

"Really? Qu didn't tell me about this. I will ask clearly. Jerry, we are partners. I said, you have to trust your partners!"

"Okay! Let me know if there's news!"

Shanhe hung up the phone and couldn't help but laugh.

Qu Ling has captured Bruckheimer this time!

Shanhe will not intervene in business negotiations. If it can grab more shares from the Hollywood giants, no one will refuse!

The parents brought the grandparents to Shanghai. It was the first time for the two old people to fly. After seeing Shan He and Chu Xi at the airport, their eyes turned red and they never let go of their grandchildren's hands all the way home.

"Mom and Dad, look at this whole family in Shanghai, you can't let go of your home and land!" Qiu Jiang felt a little sad when he saw his parents' love for their children.

Qiu Dahai hugged his granddaughter without even raising his head, "It's okay for your mother and I to come and live in Magic City for a while, but it's not okay to ask us to abandon our home. Our ancestors have lived there for generations. Your mother and I can't abandon it. When will we wait? Let’s wait until we can’t move!”

Qiu Jiang and the mountains and rivers on the side looked at each other and shook their heads helplessly. The attachment of the older generation to their hometown and land is ingrained in their bones. They will gradually become sluggish when they live in the city. Let them do whatever they want!

"Xiaohe, come to your grandpa. Your grandma and I have prepared a big bag of dried carp for you at home. Your dad insists on flying here to see if he can bring nothing. I think he has money to burn!" Dahai couldn't understand his son.

"If you don't want to take it with you, don't take it with you. Next time, ask someone to send it to you. Grandpa, please stay longer this time. I will stay in my hometown for a while next summer!" Shanhe said while sitting next to Qiu Dahai.

Qiu Chuxi also shouted in amusement: "Grandpa, grandma, I'm going too, I miss my hometown!"

"Haha! That's great. Your grandma and I are doing very well in our hometown. The house has been renovated and we have everything we need at home. I just miss you two children. Come back to your hometown more often to spend time with me and you when you have time. Grandma!" Qiu Dahai smiled with wrinkles all over his face.

The arrival of grandparents brings different joy to the family than usual.

In the next few days, Shanhe and Qiu Chuxi took their grandparents to visit various famous attractions in the city and tasted various delicacies in the city.

The old couple lived happily with their grandchildren. They didn't care where they went or what they ate. As long as they were with their two children, they were very happy!

At the same time, the sales of "Parasite" entered its third week. Due to the increasing number of readers, the influence of "Parasite" continues.

On Friday, "Dazhong Daily" published a commentator's article titled "Seeing the Reality of Capital from "Parasite"."

The article first praised the excellence of "Parasite", and then faithfully described the crux of class consolidation in Country M and the current situation of Chinese life in Country M. Finally, the article reiterated the importance of macro-control based on the current development status of China. , the principle of supremacy of interests of capital and market must be within the scope of control.

As soon as this article came out, major state agencies and newspapers and periodicals commented one after another, and the topics discussed ranged from the trend of going abroad to liberalization, from world economic integration to the advantages and disadvantages of political systems, and the scope became wider and wider.

Over the weekend, CCTV's "News Network" also gave nearly a minute to report on the popularity of "Parasite" and the discussions it brought about.

At this point, the great discussion among all walks of life triggered by "Parasite" began.

The sales of "Parasite" that had plateaued have exploded again. Qu Ling has arranged for additional printings again. There is an endless stream of shipping calls from major bookstores and book sales companies.

In the second week, local newspapers and periodicals also joined the discussion.

"Looking at racial discrimination from "Parasite"..."

"Parasite gives a warning about the tearing apart society caused by the polarization of rich and poor..."

"The current situation of people of color in Europe and the United States..."

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Various titles provide a coherent analysis of the solidification of classes in Country M described in "Parasite".

Shanhe looked at the discussion triggered by him, surprised and a little confused.

This discussion also had a big impact on Shanhe's family. Yu Zhengchong and Qiu Jiang started reading the day's newspapers early in the morning.

"Xiaoqiu, "Parasite" is the source of discussion this time. Look, the topic has become wider and wider. It seems that economic development has brought about many disadvantages!" Yu Zhengchong was reading the newspaper while talking to Qiu Jiang chatted.

Qiu Jiang put down the newspaper in his hand and picked up another one, "Teacher, is Xiaohe's limelight a little too big? To be honest, I was very excited after reading the report in "Xinwen Lianbo" last weekend, but I was a little confused afterwards. perturbed!"

"Times and opportunities have pushed Xiaohe to this point. As parents, we will not be able to adapt, let alone Xiaohe! We can't help him, but we still need to give him more emotional guidance to prevent him from getting too stressed!" Yu Zhengchong was inexplicable! He said to Qiu Jiang complicatedly.

After listening, Qiu Jiang nodded and responded: "What this kid has done over the years is incredible. Qu Ling said that the repercussions caused by "Parasite" in Country M will probably be huge!"

"The theme chosen by Xiaohe this time is too in line with the social environment. This is a problem that all mankind must face. Did Qu Ling say when it will be released overseas?" Yu Zheng rushed to Qiu Jiang and asked.

Qiu Jiang refilled the teacher's tea and replied: "It will probably be after the Spring Festival. Scholar Publishing House is doing promotions. It is said that Xiaohe won a bet on M country TV two days ago and let a M country writer appear on TV. Kissed a donkey’s butt in public!”

"There is also this kind of thing. There is such a big difference between country M and China. This kind of thing can be broadcast on TV. Isn't this just sensationalism!" Yu Zhengchong exclaimed in disbelief.

"Haha! I also thought it was ridiculous, and asked Xiaohe. Xiaohe said that in foreign countries, this kind of program is called a talk show, and it is very popular with the public. I guess it is similar to cross talk sketches!" Qiu Jiang explained to Yu Zhengchong with a smile.

After Shanhe washed up in the bathroom, his father and master pulled him to the coffee table and chatted about the overseas distribution of "Parasite".

"Xiaohe, has Scholar Publishing House predicted the foreign sales of "Parasite"? Is it more than the previous one?" Yu Zhengchong asked with a smile, "Your dad just told me about the ridiculous things about foreign propaganda!"

Shanhe looked at his father and replied with a smile: "There are more publicity methods in foreign countries. Most of their media are in the hands of capital. I don't know the specific sales estimate of "Parasite" in Europe and the United States, but Scholar Publishing The publisher is more optimistic about it, and it shouldn’t be a big problem if it surpasses the previous one!”

"Xiaohe, "Parasite" is over. Don't worry about the next one in a hurry. Relax and spend more time with your grandparents at home. Relax and be civilized and martial. Don't think of yourself as a superman!" Qiu Jiang stood aside. Interjected.

Yu Zhengchong also agreed and said: "Your dad is right. I think you can go to school less next semester. You can go see everywhere and travel to great rivers and mountains. In ancient times, scholars had the custom of studying abroad. It is advisable to take a broad view of the scenery. Don't be afraid of the floating clouds covering your eyes!"

Shanhe knew that the elders were worried about him, and nodded in response: "When the work on "Parasite" is almost completed, I want to go to the northwest and experience the scenery of the Hexi Corridor!"

"Mogao Grottoes, the essence of Chinese civilization, is also the witness!" Qiu Jiang inexplicably let out the sigh of a literary youth.

Shanhe looked at the yearning expressions on his father and master's faces, and smiled in his heart. Sure enough, the whole family was born as a literary youth!

"By the way, my show "Emergency Room Doctor" will air soon, probably tomorrow night!"

Shanhe's words made the two of them wake up from their fugue, "So soon, will it start tomorrow night? Then we have to watch it as a family. This is your first TV series!"

On the other side of the Pacific, the discussion triggered by "Parasite" in China spread to Country M.

Tom Herdy's fulfillment of his bet on NBC's "Late Night Show" has already aroused the attention of the melon-eating crowd in M ​​country. Shanhe's "Parasite" has already left a big impression on them.

The media in country M are relatively sensitive to news about "Parasite".

The next day, the "Washington Post" published an article titled "The Solidification of Classes in Country M Sparks Ridiculous Discussions in China."

The article describes in detail the discussion caused by "Parasite" in China from beginning to end, revealing a sense of disdain and ridicule. The article is full of superiority and regards China's discussion of Country M as a ridiculous self-interest. Hey, is it a joke for a developing country to see a developed country?

The publication of this article allowed Scholar Press to see an opportunity for speculation. The next day, many newspapers and periodicals began to report on the explosive sales of "Parasite" in China and the social repercussions it caused.

In conjunction with the publicity effect of "The Late Show", the topic of class-based racial discrimination and "Parasite" has successfully become a hot topic.

The people of M country who have always had the mentality of "we are the masters of the world" heard that they were being laughed at by a country that they thought was still barbaric. How could they bear this!

For a time, class solidification and racial discrimination were put on the table. Some black groups even held demonstrations holding propaganda posters for "Parasite", demanding that the authorities improve the employment and living conditions of blacks.

Public opinion has been successfully guided towards the current living conditions of black people. After all, in the 1990s, black riots swept the country in country M.

The black movement is an important part of the history of Country M. It can be said that it has always run through the history of Country M since its founding.

From the Civil War to the assassination of Martin Luther King, to the black riots in Los Angeles in 1992, racial discrimination has always been one of the main contradictions in country M!

Scholar Publishing House used "Parasite" to leverage this contradiction. This is a politically correct behavior in country M, and the public opinion in country M has been successfully attracted!

Seeing that the plan was successful, Scholar Publishing House immediately advanced its plans to put the book on shelves.

A week later, "Parasite" was released amidst the commotion.

Promotional posters and piles of "Parasite" can be seen in conspicuous places in major bookstores in Europe and the United States.

Various newspapers and periodicals also reported and publicized the launch of "Parasite".

On the first day "Parasite" went on sale, it triggered a sales boom in the North American book market. People of color were not uncommon among the buyers, and many black people even bought dozens of copies!

The Black Brothers were one of them.

Blake fulfilled his promise to Shanhe. He and his younger brother moved a hundred copies of "Parasite" into the back of the pickup truck.

"Fuck, Qiu actually made things so big. There were people in the neighborhood demonstrating because of his book! York, I think Qiu has the potential to be a gangster, what do you think?"

York ignored Black and picked up the "Parasite" in his hand to look at it.

The cover has a pure white background, and the Bjork family standing in the center is so conspicuous.

Opening the title page, there are a few lines of small words on it, thank you York family for accepting me, you are the source of my inspiration, your friends mountains, rivers and hills!

York's eyes were a little hot, "Blake, Qiu thanked us in the book, look at it!"

Blake took the book and saw Shanhe's words of thanks, "Fuck, fuck!! I just said that Qiu is on our side. We are so brothers. York, I can guarantee you that Qiu definitely has the potential to be the boss in Chinatown!" "

Blake said and suddenly stopped the car, "York, I have to go back, I have to buy another hundred copies, and I want to tell the entire West District that this book was inspired by me, Gray Fang Blake, that's what Qiu said!" "

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The word-of-mouth of "Parasite" exploded the next day. Amid the praise, it began a miraculous journey!