Chapter 187: You Market a Persona, I Build a Brand
china partner hasn't been released yet, and currently, the box office is dominated by the imported blockbuster 007 Casino Royale.
The main cast held a grand Premiere in the capital.
After one week of release, 007, with its new James Bond, proved the old saying, 'a change of person is like a change of knife.'
It raked in 45 million at the box office in its first week.
Although not as good as ip man, it met the distributor's expectations.
ip man has been in theaters for a month.
It ultimately grossed 155 million in mainland box office and a total global box office of 46.5 million US dollars.
Zhang Jin can finally hold his head high.
At the same time, his romance with Ada Choi also coincidentally surfaced.
It can be said that he achieved a double harvest in both career and love.
Li Chen returned to Haikou, and Tim called.
the thieves has completed all post-production.
the conjuring has also begun preparations.
Wen Ziren is already impatient and is expected to start filming in April.
twilight is also an ongoing project, with casting and director chosen according to what Li Chen had previously finalized.
The contracts have now been mostly completed.
Over the phone, Tim hesitated but still advised Li Chen.
"Boss, are you sure you really want to make this twilight?"
Tim really couldn't understand what potential there was in a clichéd vampire romance like twilight.
Although the novel is indeed a bestseller, even surpassing harry potter.
But the fact that no film company is willing to spend a lot of money to buy this type of subject matter is very telling.
What he couldn't understand even more was that the actors and director his boss named were all rookies!
"Tim, do as I say." Li Chen didn't explain much.
Tim smiled helplessly, "Alright, Boss!"
"This is the last time I'll ask such a question, even though your answer is the same every time."
"But it seems God is always on your side."
"Then I'll announce it, Boss."
Li Chen hung up the phone, enjoying a rare moment of free time at home.
Besides accompanying his parents to watch TV, Li Chen went online to check stocks and entertainment news.
Jay Chou seems to have learned a lot from Zhang Yimou.
Secret started filming as soon as it was announced.
While curse of the golden flower was still in theaters, Jay Chou was eager to realize his directorial dream.
In March, Jay Chou was also going to film Slam Dunk in Shanghai, which meant that Secret would likely wrap up in just one month.
He and his godfather, Huang, would continue their father-son relationship in the drama.
Who knows if this little heavenly king will still have such deep father-son affection when he learns the true colors of his godfather in the future.
Fan Bingbing seemed to be filming a 'family outing' in Berlin.
Her parents and younger brother all followed her there, with her little brother acting as a fanboy with a camera.
Dressed in a 'Phoenix Facing the Sun' outfit with a bob hairstyle, Fan Bingbing attracted a lot of attention from both Chinese and foreign media.
When asked by reporters if the dress was still a masterpiece by Lawrence Xu of Rongchen Film and Television.
Fan Bingbing smiled and admitted it.
But when asked if this meant she would sign with Rongchen Film and Television.
Fan Bingbing explicitly denied the rumor.
The media became even more curious; Huayi Brothers had cut off all her resources.
You're not signing with Rongchen Film and Television, yet Rongchen Film and Television's designer is still providing you with dresses?
Fan Bingbing seemed well-prepared, conversing with the media with ease.
"Chen Ge and Designer Xu are very good friends of mine, even if I don't sign with Rongchen Film and Television."
"Chen Ge wouldn't refuse me ordering custom dresses from Designer Xu."
"And Chen Ge also promised me that if there's a suitable role, he would still consider me."
Fan Bingbing, in front of the media, pretended to ponder: "I'll also give a shout-out for Chen Ge and Designer Xu here."
"This is Chen Ge's original words, you know."
The media all smiled and brought their microphones closer.
"What did Director Li say, tell us quickly, Bingbing."
Fan Bingbing no longer kept them in suspense: "Chen Ge's original words were, 'Designer Xu's works are open to all Chinese actresses.'"
"Although the price is high, on the red carpet, it represents not just an individual, but the Chinese community."
"So, the money that should be spent, must be spent!"
Some media outlets were quick to react.
They immediately asked Fan Bingbing if Li Chen's words were a sarcasm towards directors like Wang Xiaoshuai.
After all, these directors basically scrimp and save every time they come to the three major European film festivals.
Fan Bingbing smiled cleverly: "Chen Ge didn't mean that, I think what he said is spot on."
"You probably also noticed that whether it was Venice last time or Berlin this time, my attire has a strong Chinese style."
"I hope I can showcase our Chinese culture and beauty on the international stage, and it's worth it no matter how much money is spent on custom dresses."
After this statement, Fan Bingbing directly packaged herself as a patriot promoting cultural output.
Her halo instantly brightened, and her prestige was elevated significantly.
When the news reached China, netizens, while lamenting Huayi Brothers' loss of Fan Bingbing.
They were also guessing who Fan Bingbing's next agency would be.
Yang Siwei also expressed Rongchen Film and Television's stance.
Sina Entertainment
"Yang Siwei, Public Relations Director of Rongchen Film and Television, stated in an interview with our reporter."
"Rongchen Film and Television's purpose since its establishment has been to create an industry benchmark and will not easily dismiss an actor."
"Unless this actor is a disgraced artist with immoral, illegal, or even criminal behavior."
Many netizens applauded Fan Bingbing's remarks.
But more netizens cheered for Yang Siwei's statement from Rongchen Film and Television.
Fan Bingbing had an expert guiding her, and Li Chen stood behind Yang Siwei.
You market a persona, and I also build the brand image of my Rongchen Film and Television.
Neither was delayed, and they mutually benefited each other.
That night, Fan Bingbing also sent a text message to Yang Siwei.
"Who exactly is piggybacking on whose popularity between me and you guys?"
Unfortunately, due to the time difference, Yang Siwei didn't notice it at all.
The next day, Yang Siwei saw the text message but didn't reply.
The term 'disgraced artist' appeared in the entertainment industry for the first time.
Years later, when the Dragon Prince and Zhang Ke got into trouble, everyone suddenly realized.
They all praised Director Li for his foresight, having laid down the groundwork beforehand.
These three just needed to fit the description; even if their father Jackie Chan came, it wouldn't matter.
The Berlin Film Festival was still ongoing.
The china partner crew, led by Wu Bin, was also making a final push for movie promotion in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.
A piece of news reposted from Hollywood added a festive atmosphere to the upcoming Spring Festival.
Reposted from Hollywood Report
"Chiyou Films today announced its film slate plan for 2007."
"In addition to the thieves, which is scheduled for September this year."
"Chiyou Films also has two more films about to start production this year."
"One is the horror film the conjuring, with an investment of 20 million."
"The other is a vampire-themed romance film with an investment of 35 million, adapted from the novel twilight, which surpassed harry potter on the bestseller list this year."
"It is reported that although this bestselling novel surpassed harry potter, due to its subject matter."
"The author and many buyers had been unable to reach a consensus, and later Li Chen acquired the complete copyright for the twilight series from the author at a high price."
As soon as the news broke, it instantly overshadowed the buzz of the Berlin Film Festival.
"Two films, 55 million US dollars! Xiao Li Zi is really rich!"
"Liu Yifei, hurry up and get your marriage certificate, only with a stamp is it secure!"
"If Xiao Li Zi, this Tang Monk, is abducted by a female demon one day, there will be no tears to cry."
"Horror film, vampire? Looks like we won't be seeing it in the mainland again."