Chapter 373 The leader wants box office

What Han Shanping talked about next was the second purpose, which was also the core issue of this tea party, box office.

At this moment, Han Shanping said solemnly: "In the first half of this year, due to some reasons, we were not able to introduce blockbusters. This was a major reason for the sluggish box office. Although there was a slight improvement in the second half of the year, it is estimated that it will not be so easy to introduce blockbusters. Even if there is, negotiations and post-production, it is estimated that it will not be successfully released until after the New Year. [Star Wars: The Phantom Menace] was a special event, so we still have to shoot our own Film, Director Feng, how are you preparing for your new film? The audience still likes to watch your New Year film."

This is a roll call. Feng Xiaogang has never received such an honor before. Regardless of the high box office, the Golden Rooster Award will not win you over. What can you do? Why, it is because the leader does not pay attention to you. Once the leader takes it seriously, the results will be different.

At this time, Han Shanping was the first to call Feng Xiaogang's name, which shows that he attaches great importance to Feng Xiaogang. At this time, Feng Xiaogang felt like crying with gratitude. Is it easy for me, Feng Xiaogang? After years of hard work, isn’t it just to show up in front of the leader? Han Shanping's words attracted all the attention to Feng Xiaogang. Seeing everyone's envious, jealous and hateful looks, even Wang Zhongjun, who was next to Feng Xiaogang, felt a sense of pride. Feng Xiaogang was the director of Huayi Brothers. This was the importance the leaders attached to Huayi Brothers. ah.

At this time, Feng Xiaogang immediately stood up with a smile on his face. His cunning face, which looked like a literary young man, also smiled brightly. Iwatani said: "Don't worry, Director Han, my movie has been prepared and we can start shooting in a few days. Guaranteed to give leaders a satisfactory answer.”

Han Shanping nodded with satisfaction and said: "Yes, yes, but it is not to give a satisfactory answer to the leaders, but to give a satisfactory answer to the audience, and to give a satisfactory answer to the people, so that the people can celebrate the New Year happily.

The box office for the Lunar New Year stalls is up to you. "To be honest, at that time, you could check with one hand whether dry batteries had surpassed Feng Xiaogang at the domestic box office. Therefore, it was reasonable for Han Shanping to pay attention to Feng Xiaogang at this time. Feng Xiaogang was able to boost the box office. This is The General Administration now needs a director. Otherwise, the box office for a year would be so low that it would be difficult for the leaders to face.

Feng Xiaogang seemed to realize something, and immediately nodded and said: "The leader is criticizing the answer sheet that satisfies the audience, but it will also satisfy the leader."

Feng Xiaogang, in fact, is not only good at firing off cannons, he is also very good at saying what kind of words at what time. When facing Feng Xiaogang, Chen Kaige and Zhang Yimou actually had mixed feelings in their hearts.

Two years ago, Feng Xiaogang was nothing. To be honest, even if Feng Xiaogang worked as a stage manager for them, they would not want such a person. However, they did not expect that in the past two years, Feng Xiaogang would be known as the number one director of Chinese New Year films. The head actually said that he was thriving, as if he was in the first group of directors.

This made Chen Kaige and Zhang Yimou, who are great directors, a little bit unable to sit still. If they were surpassed by a grassroots, they would look a little embarrassed. Zhang Yimou is better. No matter what, Zhang Yimou has his works to speak for himself. Even if it is said that "No One Can Be Missed" from Project Hope, it was shortlisted for the Cannes Film Festival.

At least in this aspect, Feng Xiaogang is still a junior and does not pose a threat to Zhang Yimou at all. But Chen Kaige is different.

This guy Chen Kaige, except for the [Farewell My Concubine], it can be said that one person has to pay for the other. "Feng Yue" in 1996 failed miserably at the box office in Hong Kong and was not released in the mainland at all. "Kids King", "Walking and Singing" and "Killing Me Softly" in English, one of them was a loss and went to my grandma's house.

[Jing Ke Assassins the King of Qin] Chen Kaige lost all his dignity and face. Therefore, at this time, Chen Kaige actually needs some works to prove himself, especially to prove in front of his leaders that he is an international director.

Therefore, when he saw that Feng Xiaogang actually showed his face in front of the leader, he felt a little unhappy. Why Feng Xiaogang? What ability does this guy have? A guy who I didn’t even want to be an extra in the past dared to stand in front of me and show off his power.

Look at this guy's sharp mouth and monkey cheeks, he looks like a caveman. But the box office is good, and the two Lunar New Year films are also big hits. Now since the leaders are saying they pay attention to the box office, they are letting this little monkey become the king.

But at this time, Chen Kaige was still a little unconvinced. He coughed and said, "Director Han, actually, I have been busy discussing things recently and edited [Jing Ke Assassins the King of Qin]. The first version is... I admit that I was a little immature on the contrary. I ignored the audience's ability to appreciate art. It was my fault at this time. I thought everyone's ability to appreciate art had improved, but the film was still a bit highbrow. But don't worry, I have carefully reviewed it. After editing, the final film can be said to be a very good film, and I hope it can be re-released."

As soon as these words came out, whether it was the director, theater managers, or reporters, there was an uproar. Since the movie was said to have been screened, it was actually said that it would be re-released. This was simply impossible. There really has never been an example like this in the film market.

At this time, Han Shanping, who thought he was a veteran in the film industry, was a little dizzy. He was confused by Chen Kaige. At that moment, Han Shanping said curiously: "Director Chen, are you sure that your re-edited movie is going to be released? Aren't you afraid that the audience won't accept it?"

No matter what Chen Kaige's original intention is, anyway, if he has such a heart, it is good. If he can stand up when the leader needs box office to decorate his appearance, he is a good director.

Chen Kaige patted his chest with great certainty and said: "Don't worry, Director Han. I personally made it, and there will be absolutely no problem. I guarantee that the audience will like my movie. For this, I have to give up the artistic difficulty." It has been reduced a lot, and I believe that the public’s ability to accept it is still acceptable.”

As soon as these words came out, Han Shanping felt like he was beating a drum in his heart. You edited it yourself. Even if you say you edited it yourself, you haven't even figured it out yet. How can others guarantee this? But Han Shanping didn't say this. After all, he was an international director and had some previous achievements. Therefore, Han Shanping nodded and said: "If this is the case, then the relationship will be good. We will arrange it then." Director Chen's film will take special care of it."

The most important thing to take care of is naturally the arrangements for the first day. As for the film schedule after the second day, it depends on the box office. Han Shanping was able to achieve this step, which is already a pretty good result. This is because Chen Kaige himself is a great international director and has brought glory to the country. Otherwise, he would never be like this. arranged. With the state covering the box office, there seems to be only one choice [life or death].

At this time, Han Shanping looked at Zhang Yimou and said, "Director Zhang, what do you mean, do you have any plans for this year?"

To be honest, Zhang Yimou's face of bitterness and hatred is really not liked by the leaders of the General Administration. Moreover, Zhang Yimou is a bit unruly, which means he is thorny. Such a director is even more unpopular with the leaders. I like it, but he has the ability. He has really come from the grassroots to this point. Each of his films has won a lot of honors for the country. Zhang Yimou and Gong Li are Chinese movies. of a business card. Therefore, even if the people in the General Administration did not like Zhang Yimou very much, they finally recognized his status based on his achievements.

If Zhang Yimou makes another movie this year, it will probably be a big impact on the Lunar New Year movie.

But at this time, Zhang Yimou said without giving any face: "Director Han, I'm really sorry, I really don't have time. I have two movies to promote, and I also have an opera to work on. This takes up a lot of time. Therefore, when it comes to an issue like this, I think it’s better for me to concentrate more. I don’t have any plans for this year. As for the new film, I do have an idea in my mind, but it’s not mature yet. Maybe next year it will be more mature.”

In a word, Lao Zhang will not make movies this year. This does not give the leader face. Even if you are perfunctory and say that you have this plan, you have not made a decision yet. Han Shanping's face was obviously unhappy. At this time, Zhang Yimou continued: "I will go to Cannes in a few days, so there is no time at all." After hearing this, Han Shanping said nothing more. This is Zhang Yimou People go to international film festivals. Not just anyone can go to such a film festival. Without someone’s invitation, you can’t get in. This is also a good thing to win glory for the country. Therefore, Han Shanping hesitated before saying: "Going to Cannes is a good thing. It seems that Director Zhang is very confident, so we wish Director Zhang a great success." , success is imminent.”

Although it won't achieve any results at the box office, if it can win one or two awards at Cannes, it will be a huge contribution to Chinese films. Therefore, Han Shanping finally made the generous decision to forgive Zhang Yimou, his grandson.

However, the box office estimate is still not up to expectations. How should I explain this to the leaders above? In fact, Han Shanping didn't have any opinions on the people above.

It was your decision to ban the introduction of blockbusters for half a year, but now that the box office is not doing well, it is your intention to introduce blockbusters and encourage domestic directors to make movies. Are these leaders all whose butts determine the thinking of their heads?

But even if Han Shanping complained about such things, he still had to carry out the leader's wishes. Who would dare not listen to the leader's words at a time like this?

Just when Han Shanping was feeling a little sad, Feng Xiaogang stood up and said: "Director Han, when I was chatting with Director Ye Ming Ye just now, I heard him say that he will have a new movie released this year, which will also be in the theater. It’s the Lunar New Year holiday, and I’m still looking forward to Director Ye’s movie.”

Ye Ming didn't expect that when he just told Feng Xiaogang his thoughts, Feng Xiaogang turned around and completely sold him out. On such a question, Feng Xiaogang actually wanted to show Ye Ming's face at this point. Therefore, Han Shanping looked at Ye Ming curiously and said: "Ye Ming, you really didn't notice it. Just do it quietly." If something like this happens, we will support you at such a time. If you have any difficulties, tell me if you have any difficulties, and I will help you solve it."

Han Shanping was very happy to see that Ye Ming was also planning to shoot a new movie. Despite his youth, Ye Ming was a good hand at making movies. It was good for the box office that he could shoot a movie himself. An inspiring "Crazy Stone" by Ye Ming defeated Chen Kaige's "Jing Ke Assassins the King of Qin" in one fell swoop when no expert was optimistic about it. This was something no one expected.

Now Ye Ming actually said that there was a new movie being shot. This was not only surprising to Han Shanping, but also to Zhang Yimou. Chen Kaige and the people on the scene were also very surprised. Ye Ming could only hold his nose and admit: "There is such a plan, but the actors are still in the selection stage, and it is estimated that filming will not start for a while."

Han Shanping doesn't care about this, the key is that Ye Ming can shoot, which is also a huge stimulus to the domestic film market. Therefore, at this time, Han Shanping also asked with concern: "What type of movie do you want to shoot? Please submit it as soon as possible. I will ask those people to handle it specially. As long as there are no problems in general, it will be fine."

In fact, the preliminary review of a film project is also quite troublesome. If you say it doesn't matter, there is no problem in delaying it for a year and a half.

At this time, Han Shanping can make such a guarantee, which is a huge support for Ye Ming. Ye Ming immediately said gratefully: "Thank you for the support of the leader. What I filmed is a comedy, an urban comedy, which is about things around ordinary people. However, it is a quite interesting film. I think if it is filmed, the box office will not be high." Under [Crazy Stone]."

As soon as these words came out, everyone was shocked. The box office of [Crazy Stone] surprised everyone, and Ye Ming's words surprised everyone even more. Han Shanping's first impression was, yes, this guy has a good understanding of the leader. The leader needs box office, and he seems to be talking big. Regardless of whether it can be achieved, at least the leader will be satisfied. (To be continued)