You don't understand the happiness of the director

Jiang Wen has been a little annoyed recently.

The box office results for the second day of the Lunar New Year just came out yesterday, and he was instantly dumbfounded.

"One Step Away" 68 million!

Compared to the first day of the Lunar New Year, it’s almost cut in half!

Although other movies have also lowered their prices, they are not so exaggerated.

Among them, "Lion" has 96 million, "Legend of the Shark Pearl" has 92 million, and "Omen 2" has 73 million, achieving a lead over "One Step Away"!

No, are the current audiences so tasteless?

A movie of mine that is well-made, superbly acted, and full of unambiguous materials was surpassed by a boring slapstick comedy, Little Red Guy!

By the third day of the Lunar New Year this year, "Legend of the Shark Pearl" has become more and more courageous, and the single-day box office has already surpassed "The Lion".

Even "Omen Storm 2" is approaching "Lion from the Sky".

What's even more exaggerated is that "Wolf Totem", which was the second-lowest box office grosser at the beginning, almost surpassed "One Step Away".

My movie was a complete failure from word of mouth to box office.

Because film production costs are indeed high, plus publicity and distribution costs, even if overseas copyright transactions are taken into account, the box office must exceed 1 billion to make back the money.

When Jiang Wen makes movies, he always invests himself first, and then the capital invests when he sees that he is confident. If he does, he must lose money together and make money together.

Now it seems that this movie is definitely going to lose money, and it will have to lose all the money it made from the previous "Let the Bullets Fly".

It's like working hard for several years and then returning to the starting point.

Seeing the children and his beautiful wife waiting to be fed, Jiang Wen, an open-minded person like him, got angry and posted angry words that he would usually only say to the people closest to him to his WeChat Moments, attracting Wang Quan.

When Wang Quan asked Jiang Wen if he wanted to act in his movie, the first thing that flashed in Jiang Wen's mind was "Twilight", and then the corners of his mouth curled up. This is when he finally discovered that I also have the potential to act in idol dramas. Got it!

"Where's the script?" Jiang Wen asked directly. Even if it's a bloody idol drama, he has to pass the script before he can act.

"It hasn't been written yet."

"What kind of film is it?" I want to act in an idol drama.

"It hasn't been finalized yet, but it will definitely be a commercial film."

Jiang Wen asked again: "What character do you want me to play?"

"The script hasn't been written yet, how do I know what to ask you to act?"

"It doesn't matter what you want..." Jiang Wengang wanted to give it a try.

Wang Quan added: "The salary is 100 million."

"Young Master?!" Jiang Wen was a little uneasy. He touched his old face. Am I so valuable now?

Could it be that you want me to go into battle completely? It’s only 100 million, it’s worth selling it!

"You can't do this. Throw so much money at me. It's okay if it doesn't come down. If it does, it will look like I'm poor and humble, and I don't have the reserve of an artist." Jiang Wen grinned.

"Just say whether you agree or not. If you agree, give me the entire schedule next year."

"What? What kind of thing takes a year to shoot?" You're making a documentary!

"My movie will take a year to shoot. If everything goes well, it may take 10 months. The detailed shooting plan will have to wait until my script is completed."

"No, is this a movie or some movies?"

"Trilogy, shoot together."

Jiang Wen: Damn, I knew it wouldn’t be that good!

However, 100 million for three movies is considered a very high salary, and it is more reliable to make money like this without worrying about pitfalls.

"Then I'll make a decision after your script comes out, even after I see the rough script." Jiang Wen was still very moved. After the failure of "One Step Away", he was ready to take on commercials and pay off his debts in the next year. Okay, it's good now. With a salary of 100 million, any shortfall can be made up.

"Yes, but I've said it first. You can only read the script, but you can't change it." Wang Quan said again.

Jiang Wen immediately jumped on it: "Good scripts are made through revisions!"

"Yes, but only I can change it. Don't worry, this is not an artistic film. Commercial films are my area of ​​expertise. Even if you change it, you won't be able to change it."

"Then I can always make suggestions."

"Okay, but I don't have to accept it."

Jiang Wen forced himself to be calm. One hundred million, this is one hundred million! Have to endure it!

"Fine."

"At that time, the relevant clauses that cannot interfere with the work of the director and screenwriter will be added to the contract, and Wangdao's legal department will customize a contract specifically for you."

"Do I feel so unreliable?"

"Yes." Wang Quan said truthfully.

"Then if you say that, I won't shoot anymore. It's too hurtful."

"If you don't want to shoot, I will go find Jiang Wu. The audience may not be able to tell the difference anyway. To be honest, I actually think your brother is better at acting than you. But this time I need to find an elegant middle-aged handsome man, so I The choice is yours.”

Jiang Wen was delighted: "If you want to say that, this role must be mine."

No one understands beautiful men better than me. Back then, Chen Kaige was blind and ignorant. What a good material I am.

The two verbally agreed on a year-long trilogy collaboration.

The combination of Wang Quan + Jiang Wen is interesting even when Wang Quan thinks about it.

After Jiang Wen put down the phone, he was in a good mood. Looking at the ugly box office data of "One Step Away", he didn't feel so uncomfortable anymore.

"It doesn't matter, there will be another one~" he comforted himself. He would also film the Republic of China in the next one, and he would also make a Republic of China trilogy.

As soon as he put down the phone, a pair of busy hands appeared on Wang Quan's shoulders.

Xiaotian took advantage of Xiao Ai to go to the bathroom and started to massage Wang Quan's shoulders, which was usually Xiao Ai's job.

Wang Quan touched Xiaotian's tender little hand and told her: "When you graduate and can work as a full-time assistant, I will let Xiaoai go back to the entertainment industry."

Xiaotian was very happy, it would only be a few months!

She has always regretted that her relationship with her boss was neither good nor bad.

That Valentine's Day in Hong Kong, when I was watching a movie, I let myself watch it together, and after finishing the movie, I sent myself out to watch the gate.

She was really, really curious about what happened in the home theater at that time. Could it really be that one person could fight so many times? !

After more than ten hours of journey, Wang Quan and Xiao Ai took a rest in the bedroom and arrived in Los Angeles.

Gadot came to pick someone up so he could see Alice earlier.

Although she seemed very happy to leave her daughter in China every time, which mother could completely trust her child? She just didn't want to act childish.

In the eyes of her daughter, her mother is a female warrior.

On the way home, Gadot discussed something with Wang Quan.

"After the promotional period of "Fast and Furious 7" is over, "Wonder Woman" will start filming."

"Oh, really!" Wang Quan was very happy. Although Gadot is now considered a first-line Hollywood actress, she always feels that there is a lack of a significant single-antibody masterpiece.

Only "Wonder Woman" can absolutely represent Gadot's personal charm.

Gadot: "This movie needs a version of me as a child. I was wondering if Alice could help make a cameo."

She felt that Wang Quan was the father of the child and she should first obtain his consent. Maybe a wealthy man of his level would not like to let his daughter join the entertainment industry.

Wang Quan didn't think it mattered. It was too early for a child to talk about joining the entertainment industry at this time. It was just a favor to her mother, and it also allowed the baby to understand her mother's work better.

But she still had a question, "Are you sure it's okay for Alice to play you as a child?"

This girl is half-Chinese, quite obviously a mixed race, and Wonder Woman Diana is not a mixed race.

"It doesn't matter, just put on makeup when the time comes."

"Then I don't have any problem here, as long as Alice is willing. Also, remember to save up the salary for her when she grows up."

Back at Gadot's place, Wang Quan squinted for a while and fell down from jet lag. When he woke up, Dorothy and little K had already arrived with their baby son Alex.

Wang Quan held the two-and-a-half-year-old little guy in his arms and was surprised. The child now has relatively fluent communication skills and speaks clearly and logically, just like a little adult.

But once they see their sister, they can no longer keep their composure, and soon the two siblings start screaming.

Tomorrow is the Oscar ceremony. Wang Quan asked the women in front of him, "Are you all going too?"

Dorothy: "Who are you going to babysit for?"

Gadot: "I'm going to go anyway. The promotion period for Furious 7 is coming soon, and I need more exposure."

Wang Quan: "That's just right. Let's walk the red carpet together."

Wang Quan has not walked the red carpet with Gadot for a long time. Last year, their collaboration "Cold Front" was a global box office hit and they were promoted together many times. Although in China, Wang Quan's wife is Yang Mi, in the West, fans still recognize Gadot more. Duo, Mrs. Wang.

Little K has no publicity plans recently, so she stays to take care of the children with her husband, so tonight Wang Quan will mainly accompany the two of them.

Having almost rested, Wang Quan asked Alex to sleep with his sister Alice tonight, and the two mothers slept with him.

There was still some time during the day the next day, and Dorothy asked Wang Quan if he wanted to go see the filming set of "Pacific Rim 2".

His good friend Wu Jing was filming there.

Wang Quan said no need, "Aren't you going to Xiangjiang for filming in a while? I'll go visit the team again then."

During the day today, he mainly spent time with Alex. Alice accompanied her mother to Warner Bros. for a costume fitting for the little Wonder Woman.

Wang Quan took his son and the two mothers to go shopping, eat, and play games. Wang Quan held his son and Tao K held hands.

It was inevitable that photos of a family of four were secretly photographed and posted online again, but their relationship was semi-transparent and they didn't care at all about netizens' comments.

Veterans on the domestic Internet swear that this child must have been conceived naturally, Director Quan is so generous!

Some people think that the royal power is not righteous enough. If it were really righteous, it should also give little K a child.

Wang Quan also posted a photo on Twitter before attending the Oscars. It was Alex and the little golden retriever he just bought.

They came across a pet shop while shopping, and then the little guy couldn't walk.

Thinking that he was so introverted, it might be good for him to have an extra pet around him, so the three parents carefully selected such a companion beast for him, and the child liked it very much.

While their son played with their dog, Wang Quan and Gadot put on their dresses and headed to the Oscars.

After many years, the scene of King Quan and Gadot walking together on the Olympic red carpet attracted a tsunami of voices from the surrounding media and fans.

Last year was the most shining year for Longzui. In the North American market, the first, second, third and fourth place products of the year were all produced by Longzui!

If you include the annual ninth-place "The Lego Movie" in cooperation with strategic partner Lego, then five of the top ten places are taken, and half of Hollywood belongs to it!

The annual box office in North America exceeding 3 billion is an unprecedented and huge achievement. Even Long Toutou himself may not be able to surpass it.

On the Oscar stage, Long Toutou also performed well. Two films, "Birdman" and "American Sniper", were nominated for Best Picture, and "Gone Girl" was nominated for Best Actress and many other projects.

In addition, "The Force Awakens", which has exceeded the one billion mark at the North American box office, has also been shortlisted for multiple technical awards.

The awards ceremony began, and the first performance was Dakota Johnson, who became popular with "Fifty Shades of Grey". This is a reflection of Long Toutou's achievements this year.

"Fifty Shades of Grey", which was released on Valentine's Day, has taken in over 400 million US dollars at the global box office in just ten days since its release. It is no problem to break through 500 million US dollars in the end. It is a good start to the new year.

After the awards ceremony began, Wang Quan saw many old friends, and Nicole Kidman presented the award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Naomi Watts won the award for Best Editing.

Scarlett Johansson is a tribute show to "The Sound of Music" and features guest performer Swift.

Seeing these people, Wang Quan began to think about how he was going to spend the night and how to allocate his energy~

Next, black comedy star Eddie Murphy presented the award for Best Original Screenplay.

For best editing previously, "Come Back" lost out to "Breaking Drummer".

Now the best original screenplay is lost to Long Toutou's own "Birdman".

Alejandro Gonzalez Iñárritu, one of the three great Mexican directors and screenwriters, is indeed very talented.

In addition to "Birdman", Long Toutou also collaborated with him on "The Revenant", starring DiCaprio, which has been filmed and will be released this year.

I didn’t see DiCaprio today. I heard that he just finished filming the movie and is still slowing down.

When they first collaborated on "Inception", Wang Quan told him that if he wanted to win an Oscar, he could work more with Long Toutou, who would be more reliable than the old Martin.

DiCaprio didn't believe in evil at first, but after working on several movies with Martin Scorsese but getting no Oscar, he finally decided to give Dragon Head Up a try.

So there was "The Revenant", which was adapted from the novel and tailor-made for him.

This movie seems to be saying to the academy: If this movie doesn’t get a little gold medal, he will really dare to show it to you in the next one.

Next Gonzalez won the Best Director Award.

In the competition for Best Actress, Anne Hathaway, the heroine of "Gone Girl", unfortunately lost to Julianne Moore. Wang Quan was wondering whether to comfort her that night.

Aunt Moore also became the first person to win the Academy Award for Best Actress, Cannes Best Actress, Berlin Best Actress and Venice Best Actress at the same time!

At this time, Liu Yifei was in Sanya watching the Oscars. The moment she saw Moore winning Best Actress, Liu Yifei’s eyes lit up. She was so envious. This is her role model!

His international awards are currently only that of a Venice Best Actress, but his background is still far behind.

When the Best Actor was awarded, Wang Quan had already come backstage, and the Best Film was awarded by him alone.

At this time, the previous best actor Matthew McConaughey was presenting the Best Actor award.

This year's contestants are all very strong, and tonight Oscar host Bradley Cooper was nominated for "Sniper."

Long-faced Benedict Cumberbatch is shortlisted for Turing's biopic "The Imitation Game."

The rejuvenated Michael Keaton was nominated for "Birdman".

and Steve Carell for "Foxcatcher."

However, the winner in the end was Eddie Redmayne, nicknamed Little Freckles, a second-generation British rich man. The award-winning work was Hawking's biopic "The Theory of Everything", and Little Freckles became the first post-80s generation to win an Oscar.

In order to get this award, Little Freckles specially carried Hawking from the UK to the United States for intensive public relations. Many people said that he went too far, but little did they know that Mr. Hawking might also enjoy it.

At the end of the award ceremony, Wang Quan walked to the stage handsomely in a black suit.

Thirty years old is the most attractive age for a man. Before he could speak, the audience started to applaud. Most of the people in the audience were fans of "Star Wars". This applause was an affirmation that he had resurrected Star Wars. .

It was afternoon in China at this time, and in addition to Liu Yifei, Yang Mi, Nazha, Yu Feihong, Ni Ni and others were also watching this Oscar.

Others only want to see who wins the award, but they just want to see the person who awards the award.

"It's been a long time since I've been on this stage. I feel like I'm standing in the center of the world. It's not a bad feeling. It would be even better if I were to receive an award.

"What if the winner is "Birdman" or "American Sniper", can I award the award to myself... Wes Anderson, don't be nervous, I didn't see the result, maybe you will be the one on stage. , I really like the color and symmetrical aesthetics of "The Grand Budapest Hotel"..."

After that, Wang Quan praised the best film nominees such as "Boyhood", which has been filmed for more than ten years, and the hit literary film "Breaking Drummer".

Wang Quan wants to praise director Nolan so much, but it's a pity that "Interstellar" was not nominated for the best picture, and was only nominated for a few technical awards.

Because he had seen every one of them, he praised them to the point, and he didn’t use the manuscripts given by the organizing committee.

After receiving another round of applause, Wang Quan announced the award, "Oh oh oh..."

He pretended to be surprised, "Congratulations to "Birdman", congratulations to the excellent director Gonzalez, and congratulations to the dragon raising its head!"

Tonight, "Birdman", a fake one-shot film, became the biggest winner, winning four key awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography.

After director Zhang Yimou saw it at home, he was eager to take action. He took one shot to the end and really wanted to give it a try!

In addition, "Sniper" won the best sound editing, and "The Force Awakens" won the best sound effects. It was not in vain.

Gadot went home on her own after the Oscars party because she knew the royal family would be very busy that night.

Early the next morning, Wang Quan went to talk to his neighbor Theron again. He really didn't know how to write the word "death".

After coming out of Theron's house, he slept until the next day, said goodbye to Gadot and others, and flew back to the capital directly. There was Zhang Jingchu waiting for her on the plane, and she wanted to fly back to China with Wang Quan.

This journey will not be lonely anymore. The two chatted about Zhang Jingchu's upcoming directorial debut, but she wanted to wait until "Lucy," a project she participated in, was released before making preparations.

Wang Quan didn't even get off the plane at the Capital Airport, so he dropped off Zhang Jingchu and Xiaotian. After that, Mimi brought Xiao Xianmi to him directly.

The captain rested for two hours and then flew to Xiangjiang, and then he could take a long vacation.

Wang Quan made up his mind not to leave Hong Kong until he finished "Parasite". During this period, he has been writing and perfecting new scripts.

The trilogy was filmed together, and Xu Ke was not allowed to do things. He planned to challenge it and set an example for the newcomers.

Although shooting three films in a row is risky, it is also more economical. The total cost might have been 400 million, but he could do it with 300 million. He was talking about U.S. dollars.

And the risks are relative. It is definitely risky for Xu Ke to do this. After all, he messed up in "The Legend of Shushan", but Wang Quan has never failed in his career, and the cast he chose is luxurious enough.

In addition, the market has expanded greatly in the three years of 2017, 2018, and 2019, and the trilogy cost 300 million U.S. dollars. Unless the audience completely refuses to accept this set, there will be no pressure to return the money.

After this wave of filming is completed, one film will be produced a year and can be put directly into 2019.

From now on, I will do some post-production work every year, and work as a producer or consultant for other films. This is a way to adapt to the semi-retirement status in advance. I will really retire in 2020 for three years.

After Wang Quan and Mimi settled in Xiangjiang, Liu Yifei also moved in two days later.

Yang Mi hugged Liu Yifei and refused to let go, "You are finally here, help me share some of the firepower!"

Liu Yifei sneered and snorted: "Weak chicken!"

That night, Liu Yifei proved with her strength that she was not that strong, just a little better than a weakling.

Wang Quan said: "Sissi, you still need to practice. I plan to cast you as a female pirate in my new movie. There will be a lot of action scenes."

"What about me? Do I have a lot of action scenes?" Yang Mi asked.

Wang Quan: "You, you don't have any action scenes, you mainly do love scenes."

"With whom?"

"How about following Jiang Wen?"

Yang Mi didn't hold back and laughed out loud, "Can you arrange a teacher Ge You for me? I like bald heads."

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In March, the crew of "Pacific Rim 2" came to Hong Kong for filming for about a week, and Wang Quan stayed for two days.

In addition to the actor Wu Jing, there are also two heroines, Jun Ji-hyun and Sanji Caihua, both with long legs.

In fact, Wang Quan prefers Son Ye Jin, but Jun Ji Hyun is indeed more suitable, and she has just collaborated with NEW Company on the movie "Assassination", so she is considered one of her own.

His wife and girlfriend were already in Xiangjiang, and Wang Quan didn't take the initiative to attract bees and butterflies. He mainly chatted with Wu Jing.

Wu Jing lamented: "Having seen the shooting model of Hollywood blockbusters, if I were to shoot "Wolf Warrior" now, I wouldn't worry about running out of money."

Wang Quan's budget for "Wolf Warrior" is 160 million, which makes Wu Jing very distressed, because he feels that he can't spend it all. The actors are not big-name, and they can't spend a lot of money. Many big scenes are supported by the army for free. If you have money, It won’t cost.

"You only think about spending money. Hollywood blockbusters also have many tips to save money. You can do the same thing with the least amount of money."

"Well, I know, it just feels like the situation has suddenly opened up."

"Then "Wolf Warrior 2" gives you 300 million, can you spend it all?"

"Ah, here, we're talking about Part 2 even before the first part is released?"

Wang Quan: "Don't think I don't know. Fanwu Enchantress told me that you talked to him about script development for the sequel."

"I do have some ideas, but they haven't been perfected yet." Wu Jing scratched his head.

Wang Quan: "Let's start the preparations for the 2017 summer season, after "Wolf Warrior" is released on July 28."

"Ah, this, this has fixed the schedule!" Wu Jing was greatly surprised, and it was also the best summer schedule.

Although the summer season lasts for two months, it is divided into three levels, and the end of July is generally recognized as the best time.

The scene has been heated up in the first month, and the next month will be enough to collect box office. One month later, in September, there will be no blockbusters. If the reputation is good, it will last for a long time in the second month of release.

Wang Quan patted Wu Jing on the shoulder, "Who told me to take a good look at you?"

The main reason is that this schedule cannot be changed, and the box office of "Wolf Warrior 2" must be at the right time, place, and right.

Even in order to find a punching bag for the audience, Wang Dao also sold the film rights of "Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossom" and let them film it. The project is approved at this time and will probably be released in the summer next year.

Wu Jing was deeply moved. Except for his wife... no, Wang Quan trusted him more than his wife!

When "Wolf Warrior" is released, I will travel across the country to promote it. I just need to sleep for four hours a day. I must make sure that "Wolf Warrior" has a decent box office.

A few days later, the movie version of "Running Brothers" produced by Qiankun was released. Thanks to the extremely high popularity of the variety show version and the appeal of several major stars such as Deng Chao and Wang Baoqiang, the box office on the first day was 81 million and the first week was 253 million. !

At home, Yang Mi felt sour while looking at the Maoyan data on her mobile phone. The box office of "Running Man" in its first week almost exceeded the total box office of "Dad 2", and the total box office of "Legend of the Shark Pearl" also exceeded 1 billion.

There are three royal families, so it’s up to you.

"It can't be said that profit is the most important thing. Didn't the stock price of Power World also rise? Moreover, both Deng Chao and Wang Baoqiang received dividends from this movie. In the end, Qiankun's profit may not be as good as Power World."

"That's true~" Yang Mi was successfully comforted.

She added: "I see that "Running Man" has done so well at the box office. Movies such as "The Legend of the Shark Pearl" and "The Lion from the Sky" also have a lot of responsibility. They are only about 20 years old and they seem to have insufficient stamina. This is still a blockbuster. Woolen cloth."

This year's Spring Festival movies are indeed not performing very well. Currently, only "Legend of the Shark Pearl" has exceeded 1 billion, while "Lion" has been surpassed by "Omen 2", and "One Step Away" has also been surpassed by "Wolf Totem" Overtaken.

The performance of the over-the-top movies is also relatively sluggish. They are not the kind of cool writing templates that can counterattack word-of-mouth. They are just wretched developments at best.

After complaining, Mimi looked like she was hesitant to speak.

"What's wrong, you want to go back to the capital?" Wang Quan saw through it at a glance.

"So many days have passed since the 15th day of the lunar month, and it's almost the first lunar month. I can't sit still."

Wang Quan also understood that he had a job in Xiangjiang to be busy, but Yang Mi could only take care of the child, go shopping with the child's godmother, etc. He bought so much jewelry that he couldn't show it at home.

"Okay, you can leave if you want, but Xiaoxianmi will stay with me." Liu Yifei said, holding her daughter in her arms.

I originally thought there would be a fight, but I didn't expect Yang Mi to be very generous, "I'll give it to you."

Liu Yifei immediately beamed. During the time she was in Xiangjiang, Wang Quan had to leave early and come back late to work. It was too boring to be alone at home. It would be wonderful to have her daughter with her.

Not only did Yang Mi keep her daughter, but she also had a lineup of nannies from Xiaoxianmi. She was worried about herself and judged others by herself, so naturally she didn't think Liu Yifei was reliable.

However, after Yang Mi left, Liu Yifei focused on her daughter and took good care of her, and her little face became more rounded.

One day when Wang Quan came back, it was already late at night, and Liu Yifei was sticking her butt out on the bed to coax Xiao Xianmi to sleep.

Wang Quan felt distressed when he saw it, then took off his shoes, got on the bed, and lifted her skirt from behind.

You have to work hard to give Sissi a child!

It just made Sissi so angry that she had to coax her to sleep and have to do it all over again...

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