318 [All Ready]
Facing the reporter's question, Wang Zijun was stunned for a while before he reacted and asked, "I'm sorry, can anyone tell me what happened?" I flew over from Europe just today. ”
One reporter exclaimed, "Oh God, Zachary, don't you know that your song is the number one on the singles chart?" ”。
"Really? That's amazing. Thank you for telling me the good news. Wang Zijun was really surprised, the original version of "Hotel California" can be at the top of the singles chart for eight consecutive weeks, and that is because its singer, the Eagle Band, is already very famous. Wang Zijun's original estimate was that it would be good if this song could remain in the top five for a few weeks, but it actually rushed to the championship in the fourth week.
Seeing that Wang Zijun didn't know his single results, the reporters were collectively speechless.
"Hello, Zachary, I'm Pearson, a reporter for the Los Angeles Times." A reporter squeezed in front of Wang Zijun, "You said you went to Europe, so it is convenient to tell us the purpose of your trip?" ”。
"Of course, in fact I went to ask a lady to star in my movie." Wang Zijun replied.
"Really? Can you tell us a little bit about your film. Another reporter asked, "Also, who are you going to Europe to invite?" ”
Wang Zijun smiled: "I can only say that this is a very peculiar love, with ghosts, angels, and death, well, this is a story that takes place in modern times." As for the actor, I'm sorry, it's a secret for the time being, and everyone will know when the time comes. ”
"Zachary, when are you going to release your album?"
"Actually, I don't have that plan yet. But I'm going to release two singles in a row. Wang Zijun said.
"Is it weird rock like Hotel California?".
Wang Zijun said: "No, it may disappoint everyone. Country, or blues, won't be rock anyway. Okay, that's it, I'm going to go in and record the song. ”
With the help of Li Jinghao, Wang Zijun made his way through the group of reporters, quickly entered the company, and went straight to Ron's office.
Compared to the desertion when it first started, FreeWill Records was obviously much more lively at this time, and due to the sensational effect of "Hotel California", many depressed young singers came here to try their luck. With Ron's eyes on it, the company has now signed two bands and a solo singer, and some of Ron's former producer friends have been invited to join in.
"Hey, King, you're finally back." When Ron saw Wang Zijun, he happily came over to give him a bear hug, "We decided to hold a rock festival in October, and the name of the rock festival is the company's name, FreeWill. It's the singers' own rock festival, and it's not mixed with any commercial purposes. ”
Wang Zijun rolled his eyes, this guy got all the naming rights, and he actually said that he didn't have any commercial purpose.
"Well, I have no opinion." Wang Zijun asked, "What's going on with those reporters outside?" Are you here all day long to interview me? I'm not that charismatic. ”
Ron said, "No, in fact they came to interview me about the Rock Festival, and I happened to meet you when I went out. You have to know that your photos have been exposed in the media. ”
"Looks like I'm here by coincidence." Wang Zijun said, "Ron, do me a favor, I'm going to cover an old song." ”
"Oldies?" Ron said, "Which one." ”
"Unrestrained Melody, an interlude from a film in the fifties." Wang Zijun said, "I not only want to cover it, but also use it as the theme song of my movie." I'd like you to put me in touch with its author, you're familiar with it. ”
Ron said: "Since it is a movie episode, most of the copyright is in the film company. Wang, you can go directly to the film company. ”
Wang Zijun said: "That film company has gone out of business. ”
"Okay, I'll get you in touch." Ron said, "What are you going to do next?" ”
Wang Zijun said: "Of course, it's a movie, but before the filming starts, maybe I can finish recording the song "you_are_beautiful". ”
"It's a good idea." Ron said, "Okay, you come back the day after tomorrow to record the song, and I'll arrange everything here." ”
After saying goodbye to Ron, Wang Zijun came directly to the film company, but saw Bruce Lee, who he hadn't seen for a long time, and Bruce Lee was actually with Sammo Hung and Cheng Long.
"Ah Jun, you're finally back." Bruce Lee was very happy to see Wang Zijun.
"Hello Mr. Wang," Sammo Hung also came over to shake hands.
"Call me Zijun," Wang Zijun patted Sammo Hung on the shoulder, "What, is your movie finished?" ”。 ,
Bruce Lee said: "I'm doing post-dubbing." ”
"Brother Jun is good." Cheng Long greeted with a smile.
Wang Zijun asked Cheng Long: "You also performed in "Game of Death"? ”
"A small character with only a few lines. The main thing is to come to Hollywood with Brother Long and the boss to see it. Cheng Long said adoringly, "Brother Jun, you are so good, as soon as we come to Los Angeles, the newspapers here will have your reports everywhere." The sales volume of hundreds of thousands in a week can't sell so much in Hong Kong and Taiwan until death. ”
Wang Zijun said: "No way, Americans are stupid and have a lot of money. ”
"Hahaha" Bruce Lee, Sammo Hung, and Cheng Long couldn't help but laugh when they heard it.
Bruce Lee asked, "By the way, Ah Jun, how is your movie?" ”
Wang Zijun said: "The company has not yet started to make a profit, and we have not invested much money before. I just invited a big-name star to participate, and the budget may be a little insufficient, so I'm ready to invest a little bit myself, and even if it's a movie that I personally invest in with the company, the dividends will be according to the rules, what do you think? ”
Bruce Lee said: "Of course you can, what is your budget for this movie?" ”
"At least $2.5 million in the early stage, mainly for special effects and actors' salaries, as for the later publicity, this has not been counted." Wang Zijun said. In fact, he himself serves as the director and actor, and the salary is according to the minimum standard, which reduces the budget a lot.
"So much," Cheng Long was surprised, and now the total box office of most movies in Hong Kong and Taiwan is not 2.5 million US dollars.
Wang Zijun said: "No way, the salary here is high." ”
Bruce Lee asked, "Do you need my help?" ”
"No, it's just a romance movie. Of course, if you want to make a cameo appearance, I'm welcome. Wang Zijun smiled mysteriously, "The heroine of this movie is Audrey. Hepburn, don't miss out. ”
"Audrey. Hepburn? The three of them thought they had misheard. Although no one has mentioned this name for many years, as a man, who hasn't been fascinated by Hepburn back then? Bruce Lee is no exception.
The three of them were speechless about Wang Zijun's ability to invite Hepburn, and they gave Wang Zijun a thumbs up.
After chatting for a while and going out for dinner, Bruce Lee began to ask about the later things, while Sammo Hung and Cheng Long went to Hollywood to play, visit the Avenue of Fame, and sunset stage.
Back in the office, the assistant Lazim quickly came in and said happily: "Boss, the actor of Ota has been found, do you want to meet in person." ”
Wang Zijun said: "Really? Let her come to the company tomorrow. ”
Lazim said: "Of course you can, but boss, she is not an actor, not even an extra, and has never even acted." ”
"What?" Wang Zijun didn't know what the hell this assistant was doing. You must know that the position of the black psychic Otta in the film can be said to be not inferior to the villain, and even surpassed, Lazim actually found someone with no acting experience.
"That's right," Razim explained, "I really couldn't find a black actress who matched your requirements, and by chance, I found a real black psychic." As for the acting skills, oh, the acting skills of charlatans like them are very good, but I don't know if they can be on camera. ”
"Okay, thank you......" Wang Zijun really didn't know whether to praise this capable assistant, and actually found him a "professional".
Lazim asked: "Boss, the heroine still hasn't found a suitable one, I don't know ...... over there"
Wang Zijun nodded and said, "Audrey. Hepburn has come to the United States and is ready to act. ”
"Oh......" Lazim looked at Wang Zijun dumbfounded, and was stunned for a long time before asking, "Boss, how did you do it?" In the past few years, many directors have invited her, but they have not moved. ”
Wang Zijun said: "Move with affection, know with reason." ”
Lazim adored, "Boss, it's an honor to follow you." ”
"How's it going over there?" Wang Zijun asked.
"ILM has added two more special effects artists, and more than a dozen ordinary staff members, and our company's assistant photographer Matthew has officially resigned and is working as an apprentice special effects artist there. ”
"Matthew?" Wang Zijun remembered that day with a Martian script and wanted to invest millions of dollars by himself, but he didn't expect that he would not do photography and go to learn special effects.
Lazim continued: "As for the special effects needed in the script, after repeated research and experiments, about 80% of the problems have been perfectly solved, and we are ready to start filming. ”,
"It's amazing." Wang Zijun stood up and shook hands with Lazim, "Thank you, you are a good assistant." ”
"My pleasure." Lazim said.
Wang Zijun thought for a moment and asked Lazim to contact the directors and photographers, as well as arrange the performance time of all the actors. As for the actor of Otta, no matter if he is not satisfied with tomorrow, he will only be used. After recording the song the day after tomorrow, I will start filming immediately.
And to Audrey. Hepburn hung up the phone and explained the situation > Wang Zijun took the car home.
While passing by neighbor Evelyn's house, Buddy. Foster was actually mowing the lawn, and when he saw Wang Zijun's car, he threw down the lawn mower and chased after him, patted the car window and said, "Hey, man, I knew you would be famous." Great, I was interviewed by reporters yesterday and I told them that I am neighbors and good friends with you, and we have smoked ** together. ”
"Bastard" Wang Zijun really wanted to punch this guy, and scolded, "Do you have poop in your head?" Are you also a TV star, and you actually told reporters that you are sucking **? ”
"Just kidding, how could I be so stupid." Buddy looked at Wang Zijun's annoyed and angry expression, and laughed heartlessly, "Wang, how about going to the party tonight?" There are a lot of beautiful girls who can play multi-P, which is guaranteed to make you have endless aftertaste. ”
"Not interested." Wang Zijun was too lazy to talk to this guy.
"Oooh," Buddy cried, "you've got a crush on my sister." Don't worry, King, I won't say these things in front of Connie. If you want to chase her, I can help you. I'll tell you a secret, Connie is still a virgin, and she hasn't had a boyfriend until now. ”
Wang Zijun said: "I really want to beat you up again for your sister." ”
318 [Everything is ready, go to the website.]