Chapter 477: The King Sees the King [One Change]
"It's a fantastic film, sincere and spiritual, with the four main actors performing perfectly. My view is that if it hadn't been in Hong Kong but in the United States, it would definitely be the strongest contender for next year's Oscars. β
At the end of the movie, Thomas found Lin Youlun for the first time, and then did not hesitate to send his beautiful words.
"What does Mr. Thomas think of the film's potential in the U.S. market?" Lin Youlun is really concerned about this issue.
"It's definitely going to be a sensation!" Thomas's expression is slightly exaggerated, which is rarely seen in calm Americans, which shows that he is really excited at the moment, "Although this is a Hong Kong movie, I think it has the ability to influence and even change Hollywood, and the current American audience is addicted to bloody violence and abnormal sexual chaos, and the appearance of this movie may make them re-examine some kind of love around them or their own ongoing relationship." β
Lin Youlun shrugged, "If only the American media could think like Mr. Thomas." β
Thomas nodded tacitly, "Of course, I think they'll be happy to do it." β
Lin Youlun stretched out his hand, "I hope this is a pleasant cooperation." β
When shaking hands, Thomas smiled and said, "As you wish!" β
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"The picture of 'Ghost Love' has a soft, rich quality, and it's a mythical tale that you want to believe in, and it's not overshadowed by the comedic component of the gags." βSan Francisco Chronicle
"The success of the film lies in the harmony and unity of multiple film elements, and it is amazing that such a work can appear in a commercial-oriented Hong Kong film, and the appearance of "Unrestrained Melody" is a highlight of the film. Even after many years. Familiar tunes still resonate with many people. And the use of stunts in the film is also new to the audience, the protagonist passes through the wall, all of which really has a great visual impact on the audience in the cinema. βThe Washington Post
Under the "efforts" of the United Arts Cinema Line, the American media have given good reviews to "The Love of People and Ghosts", and even the most demanding "Empire Magazine" also commented that the film "has not been reduced to a vulgar work because of the clever special effects production and a few innocuous humors." β
At the same time, the film's box office performance was in keeping with the media acclaim. More than 5,000 theaters in North America were released at the same time, and the box office has exceeded 60 million US dollars in just half a month, easily topping the weekly box office rankings, and some media even predicted that this film will become the first love movie to exceed 100 million at the box office in North America.
"This story is so touching, when I saw the end of the movie, I couldn't control my emotions at all, I just wanted to cry." A white girl who had just come out of the movie theater said this in front of the camera camera and waving the tissue she was holding.
"When I thought that the actor went to heaven after the worst of the worst, I couldn't help but want to cry." A black woman who had just finished watching the movie wiped her tears with a tissue. While being interviewed by a TV reporter.
"The special effects on this movie were amazing, and the part that went through the wall blew me and my friends away!" A young man with a freckled face exclaimed as he chewed gum.
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On the projection screen was a live news report from the ABC television station in the United States. A man in a Mao suit held his eyes and picked up a document, "According to the latest news, the total box office of this film in the United States has exceeded 90 million US dollars, 40 million US dollars in Europe, 3 billion yen in Japan, 1.7 billion won in South Korea, and 80 million Hong Kong dollars in Hong Kong...... The total global box office has accumulated more than $150 million. β
After listening to this data report, several leaders sitting in the front row of the screening hall exchanged views with each other, and the person in the center said: "The incident half a year ago has a bad impact on the international community, and the passive situation of the diplomatic situation has not improved much. In the past, we had table tennis diplomacy, and now we can also think of ways in film and television works. β
Several others nodded.
"Comrade Licheng, organizationally, the transfer of you to the Hong Kong Xinhua Branch as the president of the bureau is to have great expectations for your work, and now the situation in Hong Kong is very complicated, and I hope you can open up the situation as soon as possible...... I heard that you have a good personal friendship with this Lin Youlun, you can contact him more when you get there, and ask him to help us make a promotional video if you can. β
Huang Licheng nodded vigorously, "General Secretary, rest assured, I will definitely complete the tasks assigned by the organization." β
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When "Ghost Love" was released in Hong Kong, all female viewers who entered the theater to watch the movie could receive a pack of tissues for free, and soon the male audience stopped doing it, and many people reported that they cried after watching this movie, and they had to share tissues with their girlfriends or wives after the worst trouble.
Later, Jiayi Cinema had to distribute free tissues to every audience entering the venue, and the protests disappeared.
After the box office exceeded 80 million, Jiayi Cinema reduced the number of screenings to half of the original number, and then the attendance rate of each screening was still maintained at more than 60%.
Wu Junru's performance in this movie was well received, and Chen Kexin's directing skills were unanimously affirmed by the film industry, of course, the media paid more attention to the heroes and heroines of the film - Lin Youlun and Zhong Chuhong.
Some well-meaning media joked that when the Academy Awards next year, Lin Youlun could give himself a trophy, because the Academy Awards do not have a rule that the chairman cannot win the award.
Not to mention Zhong Chuhong, many people believe that she can be crowned at the Academy Awards for the second time with her performance in this movie.
And the scandal between Lin Youlun and Zhong Chuhong has once again become a hot topic in the city because of the popularity of "People and Ghosts". She cried several times while watching.
If Wang's reaction feels a little incredible. Then Zhong Chuhong agreed to the news of "Entertainment Star Weekly" hosted by Comet Min last week. This made the Hong Kong media completely stunned.
Of course, the most crazy thing is Lin Youlun, at first he wanted to hide from this show, but Zhong Chuhong and Zhou Comin didn't agree, and when they were forced to helpless, Lin Youlun had no choice but to bite the bullet.
Lin Youlun couldn't believe what would happen on the show, the only thing he hoped for was that Zhong Chuhong and Zhou Comin wouldn't fight on the show.
"Do you feel that Mr. Lin is very nervous today." Chen Kexin and Wu Junru were also invited to the show together, and the two chatted about it in the dressing room.
Wu Junru pouted. "I think that if Honggu and Miss Zhou don't fight on the show today, Mr. Lin can be Amitabha Buddha and thank God."
"If that's the case, can this show still be recorded?" Chen Kexin was a little worried.
Wu Junru pouted, "I heard others say that special arrangements have been made on the wireless side, from the choreographer to the photographer were given a gag order, if there is a real situation when the show is recorded today, the program will definitely be canceled and will not be broadcast again." β
Chen Kexin had a helpless expression, "Then how can we help?" β
"Help pull people! At that time, Mr. Lin will definitely not be able to split it into two by himself, so depending on the situation, you will stop Honggu. I'm here to stop Miss Zhou, and I must not let the two of them fight. Wu Junru greeted Chen Kexin in advance. In case Chen Kexin didn't know what to do.
Chen Kexin couldn't help but feel a little sympathetic to Lin Youlun at this time, in his opinion, it was not easy to get a woman, and it was really not easy for Lin Youlun to get so many at the same time.
If Lin Youlun knew Chen Kexin's thoughts, he would definitely be so excited to come over and shake hands with Chen Kexin, at this time he looked anxious in the office, staring at the program director of "Entertainment Star Weekly", it was the first time in his life; It can also be said that it is precisely because it is Zhong Chuhong and Zhou Comin who are about to meet on the show that he does not hide it and shows the embarrassment of the first time in his life.
"Mr. Lin, don't worry, I have ordered all the people below, and no one will go out to talk nonsense about anything that happens in the studio today." The program director surnamed Tang swore an oath.
"It's been a lot of hard work for everyone today." Lin Youlun nodded, waved his hand to let the other party leave, he wanted to be alone for a while.
If Zhong Chuhong and Zhou Comin quarrel on the show, or even make a move, which one should they help?
As soon as this thought flashed into his heart, Lin Youlun only felt that his braincase was swollen, and the more he thought about it, the more chaotic he became, and he was so anxious that he paced back and forth in the house like an ant on a hot pot.
The staff of the program team knocked on the door and came in, reminding Lin Youlun that it was time to put on makeup.
"What kind of makeup, no need, no need!" Lin Youlun waved his hand impatiently.
The staff member looked helpless, but he could only remind Lin Youlun again that it was okay without makeup, but before the last show, he had to wipe the sweat on his head first, right?
Lin Youlun stretched out his hand to wipe his head, only to find that he was already covered with sweat.
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In the mirror is an almond-like face, forever reflecting that amazing charm. The facial features seem to have been carved by skillful hands, and they are very delicate. The long phoenix eyes contain full youth, gentleness and bravery, with narrow eyebrows and long eyelashes, showing natural beauty, without any traces of pretentiousness.
Zhou Comin looked at himself in the mirror, took a deep breath, checked the back of the mirror, and confirmed that there was no problem with the makeup and clothes on his body, and walked out of the dressing room.
It was very coincidental that Zhong Chuhong also walked out of the dressing room opposite at this time.
Zhou Comin once imagined meeting Zhong Chuhong in countless situations, but he definitely didn't expect to meet Zhong Chuhong offstage, and he was stunned for a moment.
Zhong Chuhong was also surprised when she saw Zhou Comin, her eyes flashed with light, looking at Zhou Comin, but she didn't know what Lu Dao was thinking.
While Zhong Chuhong looked at Zhou Comin, Zhou Comin also observed Zhong Chuhong carefully.
With a well-contoured face, a broad forehead, a slender and beautiful nose, a pair of big black and flexible eyes, and two red lips burning with strong desire, all in all, there is hardly a place on Zhong Chuhong's body that does not reveal that incredible charming human power.
"Miss Zhou."
"Miss Zhong."
The two spoke almost at the same time, and then they were stunned together.
Immediately, Zhong Chuhong showed a sweet smile on his face, "I've heard about you and him for a long time, in fact, I envy you, you can grow up with him, and then share so many memories with him." β
"I've also been learning from Miss Chung and trying to make myself more compatible when I stand with him." When Zhou Comin smiles, his eyes always squint into a beautiful crescent, and there is a kind of tenacity in his soft and weak voice.
Zhong Chuhong shrugged, "Then we'll see you on the show." β
Zhou Comin let out a soft "um".
The two shook hands slightly, then one to the left and the other to the right, and walked away.
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Lin Youlun sat in the studio, his ass writhing restlessly on the sofa.
"Mr. Lin, are you hot?" Wu Junru pointed to the door of his head and gestured, "You have a lot of sweat on your head." β
Lin Youlun screamed in his heart to be damned, but at that time, in front of Wu Junru and Chen Kexin, he only pulled his bow tie and pretended to be really hot.
"I've got tissues here." Chen Kexin was well prepared.
Lin Youlun glanced at him gratefully, took the tissue and wiped his sweat.
Zhong Chuhong walked up from the front desk and saw that there was not a whole sofa at the recording site of the show, but four upholstered leather chairs, and couldn't help but admire Zhou Comin's delicate thoughts, and even noticed this kind of detail, and made it clear that she would not be given a chance to sit with Lin Youlun.
Lin Youlun glanced at Zhong Chuhong with some weakness and squeezed the tissue in his hand.
Zhong Chuhong greeted Chen Kexin and Wu Junru as usual, then walked up to Lin Youlun, glanced at him, and then said, "Let's change seats, you go over there, and I'll sit in this position." β
Lin Youlun's seat is sitting now, next to Zhou Yimin's position when he was the host, Lin Youlun's original intention was to sit here to separate Zhong Chuhong and Zhou Comin, but Zhong Chuhong offered to sit in his position.
Zhong Chuhong's mind is actually very simple, didn't Zhou Comin not let her sit with Lin Youlun? Then she won't let Lin Youlun and Zhou Comin have a chance to be together.
Lin Youlun looked at Zhong Chuhong, "Must you change?" β
Zhong Chuhong nodded, looking very resolute.
At the same time that Lin Youlun got up to give up his seat, Wu Junru also stood up and said to Chen Kexin: "Today men and women are separated, and I sit with Honggu." β
As she spoke, she sat down on the seat next to Zhong Chuhong. (To be continued......)