Chapter 215: Wealthy Families Are Not Cabbages
The sudden rise and fall of The Sun, like a shooting star, caused heavy losses for investors.
Besides Jiang Wen's joy, there were also Huayi Brothers' Taihe and Hong Kong's Emperor Entertainment.
Jiang Wen proactively called the two investors.
Wang Zhonglei, adhering to the idea that even if a business loses money, the friendship remains, didn't say much.
But Jiang Wen clearly understood Wang Zhonglei's unspoken message: this was a one-Time deal, and they wouldn't dare invest in him again in the future.
This was the era of commercial blockbusters; they had enough with one Feng Xiaogang.
One more outdated Jiang Wen wouldn't add much.
If there were another instance of the capital chain breaking during filming.
Or a two-to-three-year production cycle, no one could stand that.
Jiang Wen then called his boss.
He had already prepared himself to face a cold shoulder and ridicule again.
Unexpectedly, his boss's attitude left him stunned.
"Director Jiang, you had already informed me in advance that The Sun might not make money."
"But do you know why I still invested?" His boss's voice on the phone showed no hint of complaint or discouragement.
Jiang Wen laughed, "You've confused me."
"Because I wasn't investing in a movie, but in you, Director Jiang."
"I don't make mistakes in judging people. When I was willing to buy the distribution rights for crazy stone for 10 million, it was because I had faith in Director Li."
"Today, I'm also willing to invest tens of millions in The Sun, still because I have faith in your talent."
"Tens of millions lost is lost; don't think too much about it."
"Now, what you need to consider is your next film, how to make me earn it back, wouldn't you say?" His boss's smile deeply moved Jiang Wen.
He could tell the other party wasn't joking, but was genuinely willing to continue investing in him.
After hanging up the phone, Jiang Wen shook his head and sighed to his wife, "He's not an ordinary person."
Zhou Yun linked arms with her husband and smiled, "What nonsense? Could an ordinary person buy the Hong Kong distribution rights for crazy stone for 10 million?"
"An ordinary person, knowing your film The Sun might not make money, still invests tens of millions!"
Zhou Yun tapped her husband's bald forehead, "So, Director Li and he both have faith in you. Shouldn't you feel relieved?"
Jiang Wen wrapped his arm around the woman beside him and laughed heartily, "I've never once thought I wasn't capable!"
"Just you wait and see, it's just a commercial film!"
"Zhang Yimou can do it? Feng Xiaogang can do it? Why can't I, Jiang Wen, do it?"
At the same Time as The Sun, "lust, caution" was released in North America, receiving mixed reviews.
As for the box office, there's no need to even think about it.
Because Tony Leung exposed three points in "lust, caution," it was prohibited for those under 17 to watch.
In North America, if a woman exposes three points, it's not prohibited for those under 17; they only need parental accompaniment.
But if a man exposes three points, it's completely shut down.
pieta is also scheduled for a global synchronized release on October 12.
With the Golden Lion award, Li Chen doesn't plan to make a big deal out of the Premiere or anything.
Andy Lau has already submitted pieta to the General Administration for review over half a month ago.
Li Chen also hopes that with the momentum of the Golden Lion and his connections, pieta can be publicly screened in mainland China.
Han Sanping reassured Li Chen.
He told him to put his mind at ease; at most, a few violent and bloody scenes would be cut.
Li Chen thought it made sense; if even "lust, caution" and apple could be released, why couldn't pieta?
Sina Entertainment
"Rongchen Film and Television's Olympic tribute film 'draw the bow, Dad' and the main theme spy war film 'the message' recently started filming one after another."
"Liu Yifei, Shu Chang, and Zhang Fengyi have already joined the cast. The previously rumored news that Liu Yifei's mother, Liu Xiaoli, would play the role of the mother has been confirmed."
"This marks Liu Xiaoli's return to the big screen after her cameo as the Queen Mother of the West in 'kung fu king'."
"Regarding 'draw the bow, Dad' being directed by Wu Bin."
"Liu Yifei smiled and explained to the media, quoting Li Chen: 'Both my girlfriend and her mother are actresses; as a director, he's afraid of losing control!'"
Netizens burst into laughter.
"Xiao Li Zi was already no match for the Heavenly Fairy, and now he's met the boundless power of the Queen Mother of the West; wouldn't he be beaten back to his original form!"
"Shouting 'cut' with his wife and mother-in-law! Xiao Li Zi will probably have to kneel on a washboard when he gets home!"
"A man must be able to bend and stretch, well done!"
the message crew in Tianjin
To allow the audience to experience the grandeur of the mansion, Qiu Zhuang, as described in the original work.
Inside the Qiu Zhuang set built by the crew.
Nearly 5,000 props were collected from various sources, with over 4,000 books alone on the bookshelves.
The total value of antique props exceeded 5.8 million.
Many furniture and tableware items were brought from Li Chen's home.
Maggie Cheung, in a military uniform, perfectly showcased her slender figure.
A small gesture of smoking appeared more natural and smooth than artists like Li Bingbing who had never smoked.
On the fifth day of the National Day Golden Week, the box office of the thieves broke the nearly decade-old record held by that 'broken ship' in one fell swoop.
It successfully topped the domestic box office charts: 370 million!
Global box office: 530 million US dollars!
Industry insiders were filled with nothing but awe.
Six Princess's China Film Report and various television stations and online media outlets vied to publish this good news as their headlines.
Now everyone is watching to see if the thieves can steal the 400 million box office championship.
After all, the initial release period was extended by a week.
There are still nearly ten days until the thieves finishes its run.
With the thieves currently earning over three million at the box office daily, breaking 400 million is not impossible.
Li Chen was filming 'the message' in Tianjin when he was unexpectedly visited by a couple about to get married.
Looking at the couple opposite him, Li Chen couldn't help but smile, "A phone call would have been enough; you didn't have to travel all the way to Tianjin."
Zhang Jin smiled and said, "Ada said this shows more respect, and I think she's right. If it weren't for Director Li's support, I wouldn't have married Ada so quickly!"
Ada Choi, speaking with a terrifying Hong Kong accent, exaggeratedly said.
"Director Li, you are the matchmaker for me and Yu Yu. We both feel that no one is more suitable to be our officiant than you."
Li Chen found it convoluted and couldn't help but smile, "You'd better speak Cantonese; I can understand it."
It truly echoed Zhang Jin's later remark: 'I fear nothing on heaven or earth, only Ada Choi speaking Mandarin!'
"January twelfth? You'd better find someone else to be the officiant; I can't guarantee I'll be able to make it that day."
"However, as long as I'm in the country, it shouldn't be a problem."
Zhang Jin and Ada Choi exchanged glances, both understanding Li Chen's unspoken meaning.
"That's fine. Regardless of whether Director Li has Time or not, we both wanted to deliver this invitation in person."
Li Chen nodded and smiled, "Whether I'm there or not, I will definitely prepare a special gift for you two newlyweds."
"Afterward, I'll have Yang Siwei contact you."
The two couldn't help but feel a little excited about the gift Director Li mentioned.
The filming of 'the message' continued.
Recently, it seemed that the matchmaker was rushing to meet year-end targets.
New couples were appearing one after another; Zhang Jin's news hadn't even broken yet.
On October 12, pieta was released globally, synchronized, except in mainland China.
However, a wedding announcement stole the headlines.
The mainland version of Bai Suzhen eagerly announced on her blog that she had found the 'terminator' of her love!
"Thank you for your courage and determination that brought us together, and thank you even more for your incredibly generous and selfless love."
"Please remember our vows, no matter what kind of storms and challenges our battlefield may face, our hands will never, ever part."
"From now on, I have another title: Mrs. Wang."
Liu Tao's sudden official announcement not only surprised netizens and industry insiders, but also caught Liu Tao's agency off guard.
the message crew was also discussing this matter.
"I heard a long Time ago that Liu Tao had met a wealthy boyfriend outside the industry, but I didn't expect them to get married so quickly."
"Bai Suzhen didn't find a mortal this Time."
"Xu Xian wasn't a mortal either; he was the reincarnation of a Lunar Immortal!"
"Director Li, when are you going to marry Yifei? You're recognized as the ultimate wealthy bachelor in our industry. If you don't marry Yifei soon, we'll have to make a move on you!" Zhou Xun joked with a smile.
Maggie Cheung couldn't help but join in, "Zhou Xun is right. If it weren't for the fact that we can't get close to you, I'm afraid many of our Hong Kong actresses wouldn't escape your grasp!"
Li Chen was amused by Maggie Cheung's words, "Hua, you're making me sound like a big pervert."
"What's all this about wealthy families? There aren't that many wealthy families. Do you think wealthy families are cabbages?"
"Look at that great beauty, Li Jiaxin, from Hong Kong, and Zhang Ziyi from the mainland. Wealthy families aren't that easy to enter."
"Those who rush in might not be truly wealthy, but pseudo-wealthy. Be careful when the truth comes out later!"
The few of them exchanged glances, clearly understanding the unspoken meaning in Li Chen's words.
But when they pressed further, Li Chen was unwilling to say more.
Liu Tao was still good; no matter what, at least she truly lived up to what she said on her blog now.
Through thick and thin, never abandoning, a perfect image of a virtuous wife!