World-class directors in the entertainment industry

The filming of TV dramas does not require actors to be precise in their acting skills, so everything went smoothly and in an orderly manner.

In just half a month, one-third of the filming was completed.

During the shooting break that day, Zheng Dajun came over with his mobile phone:

"Chairman, foreign phone number."

Qin Dong took it casually:

"HELLO."

"Dear friend, Qin, I am Tom, thank you."

"Huh? Thank you for what? Tom."

"Thank you for allowing [Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol] to be released in China on December 20."

"Oh, that's it, this is my movie too, Tom."

"Then I want to thank you too. If it weren't for you, Paramount would have negotiated with China Film Group, and this movie would only be released in China on January 28 next year at the earliest. Not only would that time be more than a month later than in North America, but it would also be released in China.

It’s after your traditional festival, the Spring Festival, and at that time, I’ve studied the off-season for the box office.”

Listening to Tom's sincere tone on the phone, Qin Dong accepted his thanks with peace of mind.

The image of him going to China Film Academy suddenly came to mind.

China Film, Chairman's Office.

"Boy, you know that if [Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol] is released in December, it will have an impact on our domestic movies. Have you thought about the consequences?"

Mr. Han looked at the boy who came to the door and said angrily.

Qin Dong nodded, shook his head, looked at Mr. Han and Director Gao, and explained seriously:

"Mr. Han, Director Gao, of course I know. After all, I am an insider."

"But, let me tell you something you two bosses don't want to hear."

"There can be a protection period, and I agree with it, but what does the reality look like?"

"Companies in those circles don't know how to make progress and how to make money, instead of thinking about competing with Hollywood."

"Don't they have money? No, they do."

"A movie can be made with a cost of several hundred million, but what will the result be?"

"Yes, I also understand that many subjects have restrictions and cannot be photographed, but there are so many subjects, and although there are many restrictions, other subjects can also be photographed."

"If we don't talk about co-productions, which require foreign actors, let's talk about science fiction films."

"What age is it? Why can science fiction films only be made by foreign countries? Our country's science and technology is progressing rapidly."

"In 2008, our Shenzhou 7 was launched into space, enabling astronauts to walk in space."

"In September this year, the Tiangong-1 laboratory successfully launched into space, and the Shenzhou-8 successfully completed unmanned docking a few days ago."

"According to the national plan, in 2022, the only space station in space will be our Tiangong."

"Even now, in terms of space technology, except for two countries, is there any country that can surpass us, let alone 10 years from now."

"Science fiction movies cost money, but for many companies in China, the cost of making ordinary movies is also very high. How is the money spent? As big bosses in the industry, don't you know?"

"I don't even want to say it directly, everyone knows what's going on here."

"In this case, if you want to squeeze out money, then just rely on your ability."

"I made this movie, and my remuneration is 10% of the global box office, so I hope you two bosses can agree to let the movie be released during normal festivals."

The more Qin Dong talked, the more excited he became. This was what he was thinking.

Maybe there are many things that I haven't participated in and don't know what's going on, but it doesn't matter. We just look at what we see and understand what's going on.

It’s not that there are no blockbusters in China. Movies costing several hundred million yuan also appear from time to time.

Not to mention that there are now movies costing one billion yuan, but what are these high-cost films and where does the money go?

These costs of hundreds of millions or even billions, converted into U.S. dollars, are between 50 million and 130 million U.S. dollars.

This cost is considered a mid-to-high-end budget movie even in Hollywood, and it is considered a large-scale production.

Under 50 million U.S. dollars, it is a small-budget film, 50 million to 100 million dollars, a mid-range cost, more than 100 million U.S. dollars, a big-budget movie.

And because of the price difference between the two places, that is to say, a Hollywood movie costing US$100 million, if produced domestically, may only cost US$70 million at most to complete, maybe even lower.

Of course, except for special effects, most domestic local special effects companies can also do this, but there are some aspects that they cannot handle, firstly because of technology, and secondly because of some cutting-edge equipment.

In other words, a local film costing one billion yuan is equivalent to the effect of a foreign film costing two billion yuan.

Although it is a bit exaggerated, it is harmless.

The reason why Qin Dong became more and more excited as he talked was because many people and companies in the country were doing things that made people uncomfortable.

How to put it this way, if you are a small artist, director, or company, OK, then your choice is right.

After all, small directors have no confidence and small companies have no capital. It is normal to choose local ordinary movies to make money.

But as the top figures in the local circle, those big directors and big companies always choose to waste money. I didn't expect that as a top figure in the industry, I would set an example.

Don't talk about bringing glory to the country, but let the people of the country take a high look at the leaders of your industry.

Reality often disappoints everyone again and again.

"Why...."

Qin Dong's words, excited expression, and attitude that became more and more excited as he spoke made Mr. Han sigh silently.

He is the head of a leading company in the entertainment industry. He has a mission. How could he not know this? He understands better than Qin Dong, and he also wants local movies to withstand the bombing of Hollywood and take a step closer.

Go outside the country.

But what is the reality? If you have breasts, you are a mother.

Some people only see money and never think about the sense of responsibility that comes with gaining status.

They just want to make money, and how to make money from Chinese people. They can only make money from the pockets of Chinese people, not from the pockets of foreigners.

He has absolutely no responsibility as an industry leader. He just wants to dominate the country and suppress newcomers in the industry.

The so-called gangsters are these people.

"Xiao Qin, I understand you. You are a passionate young man, a good young man of the new era with ideals and a sense of responsibility."

"Forget it, just like you said, let [Mission: Impossible] be released in December, a few days later than North America, and it will premiere between Monday and Thursday. Lao Gao, you can discuss it with Xiao Qin, go ahead

."

After Mr. Han fell silent, he waved his hand casually, feeling a little depressed.

Qin Dong also discovered this situation and followed Director Gao out silently.

After Mr. Han watched the two people disappear from behind, he suddenly felt that maybe he should retire.

There has been no progress in what he has always wanted to do over the years. Although Qin Dong has risen, this person's rise has nothing to do with him. It is all done by himself. And the big directors and big companies in China that he values ​​​​have nothing to do with him.

It really disappointed him for many years.

"Perhaps I should really let Hollywood movies be released during popular domestic schedules, so that these domestic film professionals will have a sense of urgency."