Rhapsody of Entertainment Rebirth

As soon as October arrives, another year of Lunar New Year is coming.

Different from previous years, the domestic film market was particularly hot at the end of this year. Ning Hao's "Bring Her Eyes" and Shanhe's "Youth" aroused the enthusiasm of movie-watching audiences across the country.

Regrettably, except for the above two big-budget movies, other domestic blockbusters still have not made any big breakthroughs.

It is still those old names that appear in front of the public.

Jackie Chan's "New Police Story 2013", Feng Xiaogang's "Private Order", Wong Kar-wai's "The Grandmaster", Andy Lau's "Blind Detective" and other films, compared with "Bring Her Movie" and "Young Yi", it is really Nothing too appealing.

The only one that everyone is looking forward to is Wu Ershan's "The Ghost Blowing the Lantern: The Ancient City".

There are many fans of this novel. Not only does it have a large number of supporters on the Internet, but the physical book of "Ghost Blowing the Lamp" is also selling quite well.

Everyone is very interested in the fantasy story of "Finding the Golden Triangle". Will the movie be more exciting than the novel?

In fact, Chuhe Film and Television will release more than one film at the end of the year. In addition to "Ghost Blowing the Lantern: The Ancient City", Chuhe Film and Television also has several other films.

The film "When Beijing Meets Seattle" directed by Xue Xiaolu, a teacher at the Department of Literature at Beijing Film Academy; "Fierce Fight" by Lin Chaoxian; and "Witness" by a young director who is not an expert, are all films released by Chuhe Film and Television at the end of the year.

From November to February next year, Chuhe Film and Television's movies will appear every month, and will be paired with Hollywood blockbusters "Fast and Furious 6", "Despicable Me 2", "Doomsday Crisis", "The White House" Fall" started a battle.

Chuhe Film and Television Distribution Department has great ambitions and attempts to completely suppress Hollywood movies during this Spring Festival.

Shanhe had no objections to Chuhe Film and Television's distribution plan. He took one look at it and said to Zhong Lifeng, "You make up your mind!" and then devoted his energy to the post-editing of "Room".

The trees want to be quiet but the wind is not stopping, but invitations and visitors from the mountains and rivers come to the door in an endless stream.

The most popular ones are invitations from various film festivals. Invitations from domestic, neon, Bangkok, European and American film festivals are like pieces of paper. The most attentive ones are the Golden Horse Awards and the Cannes Film Festival. .

The chairman of the organizing committee of the Golden Horse Awards changed this year, and Ang Lee took over. The number one target on his invitation list is Shanhe, a leader in Chinese-language films.

Shanhe is really not interested in the Golden Horse Awards. An award that will be missed sooner or later is really not worth paying attention to and participating in. Although the Golden Horse Awards organizing committee will diligently send out invitations every year, he always asks Yang Liu to find a reason to Push it away.

This time Li An came prepared and brought Han Shanping together as a lobbyist!

Shanhe was very surprised by this. How did these two people get together?

Shanhe received two unexpected visitors in the chairman's office of Chuhe Film and Television.

"Uncle Han, Director Li, try the new tea just sent from your hometown!"

"Thanks!"

Li An took the tea cup and said with a smile,

"Shanhe, your work on "Young Man Yi" is so great. I watched it three times, and the more I watch it, the more interesting it becomes. The novel is the same as the movie. It fits my aesthetic standards so well. It's hard to find a true friend!"

"Haha...that's too much praise!"

Shanhe conceals his inner thoughts with a smile on his face. How can it not meet your aesthetic standards? This story was taken from the movie of your previous life.

Although the story has changed beyond recognition, and Shanhe has made huge changes in the work, its basic structure is still based on the movie in his mind, which will definitely meet your aesthetic standards of Ang Lee!

"We are all old acquaintances, so let's not talk politely. Director Li and Uncle Han are here together this time. Do you have any advice?"

Han Shanping was not so formal with Shanhe. He picked up the tea cup and took a sip of fragrant tea, and said with a smile:

"Of course I have something to do with you, but my matter is not as urgent as Director Li's. Director Li, just say it, no need to be too polite!"

"Haha... Then I'll get straight to the point!"

Li An looked at Han Shanping, smiled and said to Shanhe,

"My dream of directing originated from Taiwan. During most of my career as a director, senior directors from the other side of the Taiwan Strait have given me tremendous help. I really can't refuse their invitation. Starting from this year, I will Taking over the position of chairman of the Golden Horse Organizing Committee, Shanhe, you are the best and most talented filmmaker in the Chinese film industry. Without your participation, the significance of the Golden Horse will be reduced by half. I take the liberty to come here this time just to extend my sincere invitation. You attend the Golden Horse Awards and gather together with many Chinese-language filmmakers to contribute to the future of Chinese-language films!”

Li An's sincere words made Shanhe smile slightly. He picked up the teapot and poured tea for the two guests.

"Director Li, I feel the sincerity of you and the organizing committee. I am not secretive in front of Uncle Han. In the past few years, you should be very clear about the direction of the wind on the other side. The Golden Horse is a grand event for Chinese films. But can you guarantee that it is purely a movie event? If it is mixed with some other trends, you should all know my views and personality. By then, I am afraid it will make you, the chairman, in a very embarrassing situation! "

"this…"

Shanhe's answer made both Li An and Han Shanping frown. After a while, Li An took a sip of tea and relaxed his brows slightly.

"Shanhe, I really haven't thought about this beforehand, but I hope that the Golden Horse is a pure film cultural exchange. We all have the same blood and inheritance, and can communicate and seek common ground while reserving differences!"

"Haha... Of course I hope there will be a pure award for Chinese-language films. I don't have to make any comments other than movies, but that doesn't mean I won't fight back!"

Shanhe responded to Li An in a very calm tone,

"Director Li, you'd better communicate and coordinate within the organizing committee first, and then we'll talk about participation!"

Shanhe's words were very calm, but Li Xian could hear something fierce. When he mentioned the word "fight back", he couldn't help but tremble in his heart!

He understood very well what Shanhe meant by counterattack. With Shanhe's current status and influence, he would most likely destroy this oldest Chinese film award!

Alas, how can a small island be able to withstand an entire rising power? No matter how you look at it, there is a crushing gap?

The rise of China is already a globally recognized fact. How can a rising China allow some people to indulge in their wishful thinking!

Li Jian, who has lived in the West for many years, knows very well that in a certain country, sows can climb trees!

Li Xian sighed secretly and barely maintained the smile on his face.

"It is true that I did not consider this matter well, Shanhe. I will coordinate this issue with my colleagues, and we will communicate again in the future!"

Shanhe nodded and smiled. The three of them did not continue the topic, but chatted about Chinese movies for a while.

Soon, Mr. Li said goodbye, and Shanhe and Han Shanping sent him out of the office with smiles.

Once Li An left, the atmosphere in the office became much more casual. Han Shanping was so familiar with Shanhe that he spoke without any cover.

"Shanhe, your thinking is very clear-headed and long-term. I never thought of this at the moment. However, you are too direct. There is no need to speak so clearly. After all, he is also an international director!"

"I'm doing this for his own good!"

Shanhe replaced a new pot of tea and filled it for Han Shanping again.

"The golden horse is a trap. He, Ang Lee, thinks it's a treasure. I'm not trying to scare him. My response will be very direct when the time comes!"

Han Shanping looked at the mountains and rivers and couldn't help but laugh.

"Haha... You really have the aura of not being angry and showing off your strength now. Li Jian was probably quite frightened by you just now!"

"I'm telling the truth!"

Shan He smiled and changed the topic,

"Uncle Han, why did you come to my place with Ang Lee? Does China Film intend to cooperate with him?"

"Well, it's possible!"

Han Shanping took a sip of tea, nodded and replied,

"Our domestic directors are really in trouble right now. Our China Film Group also wants to make a big special effects production, but Zhang Yimou has a project, Brother Chen Kai is also attracted by your kid's idea, and you have another task, Ning Hao Since I’m not in the capital, we don’t have to look for more alternatives!”

"Haha... What kind of big production is it? Or is it the "The Great Wall"?"

"Why, do you think so little of the story "The Great Wall"?"

Han Shanping glanced at Shanhe, who had an inexplicable smile on his face.

"Shanhe, have you read the novel "Magic City Fortress"?"

""Magic City Fortress"?"

Shanhe couldn't help but turn to look at Han Shanping. He had actually seen "Fortress of the Magic City". Not only was that shocking movie, but he was also deeply impressed by Jiang Nan's original novel.

How should I put it? This novel has plot flaws. It is not a hard-core science fiction book at all. At best, it is a youth love novel disguised as science fiction.

There are many illogical flaws in its worldview and background.

The last film, "Fortress", which was said to be a rival to "The Wandering Earth", was belittled by many netizens as the worst science fiction movie in history. The Douban score was less than three points. The main reason was the failure of script writing.

Of course, the shocking acting skills of popular celebrities are also unbearable to watch!

If "Fortress" wants to be successful, not only does it need a major plot change, but it also needs to use talented actors, at least with passable acting skills.

To be honest, Shanhe really didn't understand the original thinking of the crew of "Fortress". Does an industrial science fiction movie with a large investment and large production need to rely on popular stars to drive the box office? It's really funny!

"Uncle Han, China Film has decided to adapt this story?"

"Not yet, but we have started market research. This novel has received a good response online, and many young people like it very much!"

Han Shanping looked at Shanhe, who was frowning.

"What, you don't like it?"

"Uh~ I've read the novel. To remake it into a movie, the plot needs to be significantly changed. Do you want Ang Lee to be the director?"

"There are several alternative directors. The first choice is Ning Hao, as well as Li Yin and John Woo!"

"Who, John Woo?"

"Why, he was once an international director after all!"

"You also said it was only once!"

"Haha...your boy has such a poisonous mouth!"

Han Shanping smiled and cursed at the mountains and rivers,

"But this project will probably take some time to brew. I will retire early by then. The main reason why I came to you is not this project."

"Is there another national mission?"

"That's not true. I want to make a movie that reflects the story of our contemporary Chinese entrepreneurs. I already have an outline of the script. It is adapted from the real experience of New Oriental. After thinking about it, I decided to show it to you!"

Shanhe took the few pages of manuscript paper that Han Shanping took out of his bag, and without any nonsense, he lowered his head and read the outline of the script.

Shanhe knew this movie and had seen it. What impressed him most was one of the lines:

Erotic, stupid and miserable are the mother of awesome!

This movie once caused quite a stir in China and was highly praised by a number of business celebrities!

But what Shanhe didn't know was that his intrusion almost ruined the movie.

Due to his and Ning Hao's continuous attacks, the Chinese film industry has turned its attention to science fiction productions. This project, which reflects contemporary entrepreneurs, has been suppressed by China Film Group, and there is a lot of controversy within China Film Group about this project!

If it weren't for Han Shanping's insistence, this project would probably have been aborted.

After reading the script outline, Shanhe couldn't help shaking his head. This outline was very different from the movie in Shanhe's mind. Except for the name of the protagonist, it was almost two different stories from what Shanhe remembered.

"Uncle Han, who wrote this script?"

"Xu Xiaoping, one of the founders of New Oriental, wrote it. Why, do you think it's not good?"

Shanhe didn't answer directly, but picked up a pen and circled the three names "Cheng Dongqing", "Meng Xiaojun" and "Wang Yang" on the manuscript paper, and drew a horizontal line on the word "dream" in the title, and wrote a line of words on the side:

Huaxia Partner!

Then he handed the manuscript back to Han Shanping.

Han Shanping took it and looked at it, pointing at Shanhe and laughing,

"I knew I had to find you, kid. This name is really interesting. Come on, I'll leave this to you!"

"Uncle Han, you are really good at ordering people around. I have to finish "Room" and be busy with the preparation and casting of "Operation Mekong". I also have to start writing the script for "Operation North Africa". How can I have time to take on another movie!"

"I didn't ask you to shoot it, just write a script outline, and I'll find someone else for the rest!"

"You are really good, you keep getting more money from me!"

"Haha... The more capable you are, the more work you have to do! This story is very realistic, and it is necessary to shoot it!"

"Okay, but it will take some time!"

"Give it to me within the year!"

...

After Shanhe and Han Shanping finished talking about business, they sat together and chatted casually. Li An, who had just walked out of Chuhe Film and Television, was not as relaxed as the two.

He looked back at the office building of Chuhe Film and Television. The four big characters on the front inexplicably gave him a huge sense of oppression.

Li An turned his head and sighed, standing still for a moment before continuing to walk towards the parking lot.

Shanhe's words were very direct, giving Li An a wake-up call! What he was thinking about now was no longer how to invite Shanhe, but how to get rid of the job he had just taken on.

Shanhe, this young man, does have a vision that others don't have. He is right. The chairman of the Golden Horse Organizing Committee is really not a good job.

No one can control the words and deeds of all the filmmakers on the other side of the strait. If the current trend continues, sooner or later someone will explode at the awards ceremony.

Once other things are involved, the Golden Horse will face a huge crisis.

Shanhe is a man who keeps his word. If he speaks out, everyone in Chuhe Film and Television will definitely follow suit. The whole country will support them, and the entire Chinese film industry will inevitably have a chain reaction.

By then, the award will most likely be completely banned by the Chinese film industry. The Hong Kong film industry is not a fool. It is impossible to give up the huge Chinese mainland film market for a meaningless trophy.

Without mainland movies and Hong Kong movies, relying on a small island, we can't even gather sponsors. By then, we will probably have to sell instant noodles and rice cookers at the awards ceremony!

At that time, as the chairman of the organizing committee, I will not be able to please both sides. Not only will my situation be extremely embarrassing, but I will also be full of smells. My reputation and actual interests will receive a double blow.

This is simply a big pit!

No, this job cannot be done, but I have just taken over this position. It is too inappropriate to quit immediately.

I will only do this one term, and I will leave immediately after I finish it. I will go to the other side less in the future. There is only my registered residence, and Hollywood is my place of belonging!

Unexpectedly, Shanhe's words scared Li An away. The Golden Horse, which was originally full of confidence and four legs in the air, turned into a panicked stray dog!

This result was not expected by Shanhe, but he didn't care about these things at all. The extra job Han Shanping found for him made him even busier.

Whether it was Berlin or Cannes, Shanhe asked Yang Liu to find an excuse to decline the invitation. We have won all the European Film Festival Grand Slams, so this dispensable honor should be left to the filmmakers who need it more!