Chapter 373 Chinese and Western co-production!

With the popularity of the movie "Schindler's List", Li Zetian was thinking about when to film "The Massacre of Nanjing".

One night, Li Zetian hugged Dongfang Yuqin and said before going to bed: "Yuqin, tomorrow you will send someone to investigate who are the best film directors in mainland China!"

"Are you planning to make a Chinese movie?" Dongfang Yuqin asked curiously.

Li Zetian nodded and said: "Yes, and I want to make the Nanjing Massacre into a movie!"

Dongfang Yuqin was shocked when he heard this! !

The next afternoon, Dongfang Yuqin got a list of directors from mainland China.

Li Zetian looked at the list, Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige...

"Mr. Li, if you want to promote the movie "Nanjing Massacre" to the world, I don't think it's enough to just hire a Chinese director. I recommend a very powerful one who is familiar with the Hollywood model. Chinese-American director, let the two parties work together!" Dongfang Yuqin said at this time.

Li Zetian's heart moved and he said, "The person you want to recommend is called Li An?"

"How do you know?!" Dongfang Yuqin said in surprise. Li An was not famous, and she accidentally discovered this talent among many materials.

Li Zetian showed an enigmatic smile and said, "I have heard of him by chance, but I don't know much about him. Tell me, why do you recommend Ang Lee?"

Dongfang Yuqin has no doubt about him, explaining: "Ang Lee is a Chinese-American. He studied film production at New York University, and he has a professional background! In 1984, his graduation work "The Dividing Line" won the Wasserman Award for the most recent New York University Best Director Award and Best Film Award!”

"Not bad. Being able to achieve such results at NYU shows that Ang Lee is a talent!!"

Dongfang Yuqin sighed slightly and said: "Yes, he is indeed a talent, but you know, the status of Chinese people in the United States is not high. Even if they are very talented, they still do not do well. After graduating from college, he Unable to find a job, he ended up unemployed at home for 6 years. The household expenses depended on his wife Lin Huijia, who was still studying for a PhD in biology at the University of Illinois, while he took care of the children at home and took care of all the housework!"

Speaking of this, Dongfang Yuqin's expression changed, with a hint of admiration in her tone. She said: "A man, a top student in the United States, has to rely on his wife to support him. He has no face to say it out, and Li An himself feels embarrassed. , unable to hold his head up in front of others. For a period of time, he learned computers without telling his wife, hoping to find an Internet job to support his family. However, his wife found out in the end, and they had a big quarrel. His wife Say, you are so talented, and you have persisted in your dream of directing for ten years. How can you give up so easily for how many decades you have in your life? Just study hard at home, and I will be responsible for making money to support the family!"

Li Zetian couldn't help but be moved when he heard this!

What a good wife! Why is Ang Lee so lucky...

If Ang Lee didn't have the support of his wife, he might have disappeared from the public!

No wonder some people say: “Behind every successful man there is an amazing woman!”

This is true!

Dongfang Yuqin smiled at this time and said: "Lee An worked hard every day to read, watch movies, and write scripts, accumulating a lot of knowledge, and finally he got an opportunity!"

"In 1990, Ang Lee completed the script of "Pushing Hands" and won the Taiwan Government Outstanding Drama Award. The script not only won Ang Lee a bonus of 400,000 yuan, but also gave him the opportunity to direct a film independently for the first time, so he In 1992, Ang Lee directed his first work "Pushing Hands". This comedy film reflected the cultural generation gap and differences in the life of a Taiwanese family in New York. It won 8 awards including the Golden Horse Award for Best Director in Taiwan. was nominated and won the Special Jury Award for Best Actor, Best Actress and Best Director. In addition, the film also won the Best Film Award at the Asia Pacific Film Festival.

Just this year, Ang Lee launched his second film, "The Wedding Banquet," a Chinese film entirely produced in the Hollywood model. The film won the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival, the Best Director Award at the Seattle Film Festival, and was nominated for the Golden Globe and Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film. "

After finishing speaking, Dongfang Yuqin looked at Li Zetian and asked, "Do you think Ang Lee is suitable? He comes from a major and knows both Hollywood and Chinese culture!"

Li Zetian nodded with satisfaction and said with a smile: "Yeah! It's a perfect fit! Let's see, the director from mainland China chooses Zhang Yimou, and the director from the United States chooses Ang Lee. This "Nanjing Massacre" will be co-produced by their two directors. !”

"Okay, then I'll send someone to invite them right away!"

"Um."

Decide on the director first and then talk about the rest.

…

Restaurant at Hilton Hotel, New York, USA.

Ang Lee looked excitedly and nervously at the middle-aged man sitting opposite him. He was a well-known producer from 20th Century Fox Film Company.

"Ang Lee, hello, I am Jerome William. 20th Century Fox Film Company is planning to cooperate with a Chinese film company to invest in a movie. This movie is a large-scale production of more than 100 million U.S. dollars, with magnificent scenes. It’s shocking again, we plan to invite a director from mainland China and Hollywood in the United States to work together, and here in Hollywood, we want to invite you to be the director!”

After hearing this, Ang Lee was shocked and unbelievable. A big production worth hundreds of millions of dollars would actually ask him to be the director. Is it pie in the sky? Or are you just daydreaming?

"Mr. Jerome William, are you telling the truth? Are you kidding me?" Li An's body was trembling, and he stared at the other person's mouth without blinking, and asked nervously.

Jerome William smiled and said: "Ang Lee, this is true, I am not kidding you. And the reason why we chose you is, on the one hand, because you do have directorial talent, and on the other hand, because you are Chinese! Our The theme of this movie is related to China’s Anti-Japanese War! Now, can you answer me, are you willing to accept the invitation from 20th Century Fox Film Company?"

"Yes! Yes! I am very willing!!! Mr. Jerome William, this is my honor, thank you very much for giving me this opportunity!!" Ang Lee was so excited that he was almost incoherent.

Jerome William smiled, took out a document from his bag, and said: "This is the relevant information about the movie, and also includes your salary for being the director of this movie!"

After a pause, Jerome William said: "If you have no problem, go to 20th Century Fox Film Company to sign the contract tomorrow!"

"Yes!" Li An nodded heavily. This opportunity was too rare to miss. He couldn't wait to sign the contract immediately.

An hour later, Ang Lee came home and told his wife what had happened.

His wife hugged him and burst into tears, "Ann, after all the hard work, the joy comes, now is your chance to show off your talent!!!"

"Without you, I wouldn't be where I am today. I love you forever!!!" Li An hugged his wife tightly, and hot tears couldn't help but burst out of his eyes!

…

In China, the Chinese Film and Television Company extended an invitation to Zhang Yimou.

Chinese Film and Television Company is the largest film and television production company in mainland China and is also a subsidiary of Chinese Real Estate. Chinese Real Estate is a very powerful company under Li Zetian's name. Similar to Wanda Group, it owns Chinese Plaza, Chinese Cinemas, Chinese Real Estate, Chinese Department Stores, Chinese Catering, Chinese Hotels, etc., and even several film and television bases in mainland China. They are all invested by Chinese real estate developers, such as Hengdian Film and Television City, Tongli Film and Television Base, Xiangshan Film and Television City, Zhenbeibao Western Film and Television City, etc.

"Haha, Director Zhang Yimou, if you accept the directorship of this movie, the fee will be 5 million yuan!!" A man in his 50s said with a smile.

The corners of Zhang Yimou's lips twitched slightly, and he was extremely shocked inside. He was speechless for a while. If he hadn't known that the other party was the boss of a Chinese film and television company, he would have thought that the other party was joking!

In China, director's salary is not high, 5 million yuan is unthinkable!

The investment in many movies is less than 5 million yuan!

"Mr. Xue, I can't refuse such a good offer!" Zhang Yimou said with a bitter smile.

"So, you agreed?"

"Yes, I agreed!"

"Well, just agree, but I'll start with my ugly words. This movie was decided by Chronos Li and he took it very seriously. He also cooperated with the American Hollywood film giant 20th Century Fox and even hired a Hollywood director and You work together. So you must shoot this movie carefully! If the shooting is not good, Chronos·Li will be very angry. When Chronos·Li is angry, the consequences will be serious!"

Zhang Yimou was shocked and a cold sweat broke out from the soles of his feet. However, the opportunity was rare and Zhang Yimou did not intend to give up. He just did not expect that the movie "Nanjing Massacre" would be a Chinese-foreign co-production! ! !

Mr. Xue explained with a smile: "The movie "The Massacre of Nanjing" is going to be released globally. Adding some Hollywood elements may make it easier for European and American audiences to accept it!"

Zhang Yimou nodded.

Mr. Xue continued: "This cooperation is an opportunity for both parties to learn and work together. You can learn from the Hollywood model and learn from them!"

"Well, it will definitely happen! If Hollywood movies can become popular all over the world, they must have merits!" Zhang Yimou said seriously.

Mr. Xue said: "The preparations for this film must be done, such as investigating the real information and survivors of the Nanjing Massacre, which can be added appropriately at the end of the film. Our purpose is not only to shoot a movie, but also to reveal history. The truth, so as to alert the world to the cruelty of war, criticize RB, and at the same time show the glory of human nature in the movie!"

When Zhang Yimou heard this, he was shocked. He didn't expect that the real intention of filming "The Massacre of Nanjing" was this. Even if it was zero pay, he was willing to take the movie! ! !

“Mr.

Mr. Xue nodded with a smile and said: "Well, don't be anxious, you can take your time. It will take three to five years, or even longer. As for the cost, you don't need to consider it. In a word, This movie must be made well!!”

"Okay, Mr. Xue, I understand!"

…

In less than a week, two directors were finalized and a crew was formed. However, the filming of the movie has not officially started yet. Instead, we are collecting information, writing a script, and completing the preparations first!

However, although the information was kept confidential, it was still revealed.

It caused a sensation in China for a while!

First there was "Schindler's List", and now China is going to film "The Massacre of Nanjing", which makes the Chinese people very excited and excited!

"Great, China is going to film the "Nanjing Massacre" to let everyone see the brutal atrocities of the RB army!"

"The truth of history can never be concealed. We look forward to the release of the movie "Nanjing Massacre"!"

""Schindler's List" made the German Prime Minister kneel down and apologize. I hope "The Nanjing Massacre" will make the RB Emperor and Prime Minister admit their mistakes and tear down the Jingguo Shrine!!!"

"Yes! The Yasukuni Shrine must be demolished! These executioners cannot be forgiven!"

"The existence of Yasukuni Shrine is disrespectful to all the victims persecuted by RB soldiers!!!"

"..."

"Nanjing Massacre" hasn't started filming yet, but the news has been leaked, but it has already caused a whirlwind across the country. At the same time, a large number of boycotts of RB products have been launched, which has caused heavy losses to RB companies! Of course, this may be due to the popularity of "Schindler's List" that has such a big impact.

RB strongly condemned Chinese Film and Television Company for distorting facts and vilifying the RB army, and demanded that Chinese Film and Television Company apologize to RB and disband the crew. Even if the film is finished, it will not be released on RB! !

However, this threat from RB is nothing and cannot be released? Then it won’t be released in RB. Do you still care about other countries?

Li Zetian looked at the RB news, shook his head, and raised the corners of his mouth, showing deep disdain!

"RB is very arrogant and wants to block "Nanjing Massacre". Have you blocked it? Now there are not only cinemas, but also DVDs and the Internet!!! When the Internet speed becomes faster, upload the movie to Go online! Haha, the transmission speed of the Internet is extremely terrifying!!!" Li Zetian put down the newspaper and couldn't help but sneered.

At this time, Dongfang Yuqin came slowly from outside the door.

She was smiling and seemed very happy.

"Mr. Li, the WCG finals are about to begin!!!" Dongfang Yuqin walked up to Li Zetian and said.

Li Zetian looked happy when he heard this.

The full name of WCG is "World Electronic Sports Competition", which is jointly organized by Flamingo Company and Honor Group. This year 1993 is the first one!

In fact, competition selections have been held globally since November.

Come December, global elite players from various countries will gather in Los Angeles to compete.

Li Zetian naturally didn't have time to pay attention to ordinary events, but he still wanted to watch the WCG finals.

So far, WCG only has two competitions: "Counter-Strike" and "Red Alert", and more competitions will be gradually added.

The most popular and attention-grabbing game right now is undoubtedly "Counter-Strike"!

Li Zetian is also a fan of "Counter-Strike" and usually surfs the Internet to play a few games.

"Yuqin, this is really good news!" Li Zetian smiled, "When will the competition start!!"

"tomorrow!"

"Oh, okay, I get it!"

Li Zetian nodded and threw the newspaper on the table into the trash can.

"The Nanjing Massacre" will take several years to shoot, so he doesn't have to worry about it for the time being. Right now, what he is most interested in is naturally the WCG competition!

At this time, he couldn't help itchy hands, turned on the computer, and then entered the Battle.net platform and started playing "Counter-Strike". The closer the game was, the more lively the Battle.net platform became. In addition to playing games, people posted comments and discussed which team would win. Become a champion!