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In May 2002, the small partner company acted as an agent for the distribution of "Jianghu 2" invested by Golden Harvest Film Company in the mainland. Pen | fun | pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 info Of course, "Jianghu 2" uses seventy percent of the original team, plus some elite soldiers from Hong Kong and Hollywood invited by Golden Harvest.

And the cost of the film is also 15 million US dollars, equivalent to 100 million Hong Kong dollars or yuan. In 2002, the Chinese film industry was definitely a big deal.

After all, in this era, Chinese-language films purely invested and produced by the mainland and Hong Kong have a budget of more than 100 million, no more than a palm.

Of course, the movies made by Jackie Chan and others in Hollywood have a budget of more than $15 million, but those are not actually Chinese movies, but Hollywood movies.

Of course, in the early years, Jackie Chan cooperated with Hollywood, which was Golden Harvest's matchmaker. Now, Jackie Chan's wings are stiff, whether it is in the Chinese film industry or in the international community, he has a very high reputation, and there is no shortage of blockbuster film contracts at all, why let Golden Harvest siphon a profit from him? Therefore, it is normal for Jackie Chan to break up with Golden Harvest!

And such a large budget of 15 million US dollars is also a blockbuster made by Zou Wenhuai, the boss of Golden Harvest, who smashed the pot and sold iron. This is actually a shouting to Jackie Chan - without you Jackie Chan, Golden Harvest can still play a big movie!

Of course, with such a big investment in "Jianghu 2", the target is definitely not only the Greater China box office market and the Southeast Asian market. In fact, the film Golden Harvest used a lot of connections to distribute it globally. In Asia, except for the Japanese market, most of the markets have contacted publishers.

In addition, North America, Europe, Australia, South America, Africa, ...... Mainstream countries have already introduced the copyright of this film. More than 50 countries around the world win-win. Such a posture is comparable to the release of a Hollywood blockbuster!

It can be seen that the network that Golden Harvest has operated for decades is amazing.

Of course, as the older generation of Golden Harvest gradually ages, they are familiar with the connections. After gradually becoming strange and cold, the glory of Golden Harvest may not be able to continue.

For example, before Jackie Chan left Golden Harvest, Golden Harvest was actually showing signs of decline. Even if it went public in the 90s, it was difficult to hide the delisting of Golden Harvest's film business. In the past five years, the Jackie Chan movies released by Golden Harvest, except for the movie "Who Am I", have performed relatively well at the box office. A lot of other movies. The popularity is very average. In particular, the movie "Spy Maze", because of the poor distribution and publicity, the box office was very dismal, which made Jackie Chan feel a little embarrassed.

And Golden Harvest also disliked Jackie Chan getting older and older, and doubted that he still had box office appeal. Therefore, I constantly want to praise newcomers. snubbed Jackie Chan. In the end, let Jackie Chan's contract expire. Decided to say goodbye to Golden Harvest.

After leaving Golden Harvest, Jackie Chan's career ushered in a turning point. Many people in the industry are commenting, saying that Golden Harvest has dragged down Jackie Chan, and since Jackie Chan left the small pond of Golden Harvest, he has begun to fly in the sky again.

Currently, "Jianghu 2" premieres in Hong Kong on the day of its premiere. has achieved a first-day box office of 6 million Hong Kong dollars, which is against the sky in the sluggish market of Hong Kong films.

In addition, the box office in Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia and other regions also performed well. Basically, they are all within the top three.

Yesterday, the original version of "Jianghu 2" was just promoted in Hong Kong. Today, I flew back to BJ and held a press conference in the mainland.

Of course, under the operation of Yu Dong, this movie is not an imported Hong Kong film. Instead, it was released in the name of a co-production. As for the box office share, co-productions can be the same as normal domestic films, with a 25% box office share, and after deducting various tax rates, investors can get 22%. And if it is released according to the standards of imported films, then only 12.5% of the box office is divided.

The partner company gets the distribution right of "Jianghu 2", and naturally it will not work in vain, with a 10% distribution fee, which is a must. In addition, the minimum guarantee is 10 million yuan. If the actual box office share is less than 10 million yuan, the partner company will make up for it.

This is also a small partner company, although it has successfully produced some movies, but its distribution ability needs to be tested. Therefore, it is necessary to sign a guaranteed contract to reassure partners.

When the distribution strength and reputation of the partner company come up in the future, there will be no need to make any guarantees.

"I'm so happy that "Jianghu 2" was successfully released in the domestic market!" Wang Qinian said, "Although this movie is not directed by me personally, the scenes and special effects of the movie are more magnificent than my first one!" In addition, Li Xie performed very well in the movie. Of course, the director of the movie, Chen Jiashang, is very good, the Stephen Chow movies we have seen before "Truant Weilong" and "Wu Zhuangyuan Su Qier" were shot by Director Chen! If nothing else, I hope you enjoy this movie! ”

At the press conference, Wang Qinian personally gave the film platform and built momentum for the film.

The atmosphere at the scene was very intense.

Next, the film went to its premiere.

In the first two minutes of the plot, in a fast-forward way, the background of the plot of the previous movie is briefly reviewed, which is also a tribute to the first part. Next, I entered the plot of the movie.

In the movie, there are various literati feelings during the war of the Republic of China. Many literati talk about saving the country, but in troubled times, they can't even save themselves.

Due to the war, Li Xia in the movie escorted some teachers and classmates to take refuge in Hong Kong and teach in a rented house.

In the plot, everyone first came to Hong Kong, and the arrogant British colonists were naturally very arrogant and bullying the Chinese.

Under the struggle of the protagonist and others in the movie, several British Yankees began to be forced to respect the protagonists, and some people even wanted to learn kung fu from the protagonist. The protagonist Li Xia naturally can't pass on their real kung fu, and only teach some iron cloth shirts and iron sand palms that have been circulated on the rivers and lakes. Of course, these gringos practiced very happily and took some care of Li Xia's friends.

Of course, these foreigners practice Chinese kung fu in order to attract the attention of foreign audiences. In addition, the Chinese audience will also be laughing at it.

They have a foothold in Hong Kong. Work to work, study to learn.

However, the good times were short-lived......

Japan's expanded war began with the attack on Pearl Harbor. Destroy a large number of American warships and hundreds of aircraft. Next, the war spread to the entire Pacific region, and Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, and other regions were occupied by the Japanese army.

After the occupation of Hong Kong, the Japanese army launched three days of looting, massacre, robbery, and rape. Do all kinds of evil in order to reap the dividends of war.

The protagonist in the movie was originally a person who didn't offend me, I didn't offend anyone, but in this case, he had to take action to save the friends he knew.

Under the special effects scene, a large number of aircraft carriers, aircraft, and troops are used as the background, and the protagonist fully demonstrates his peerless magic skills against modern weapons.

Since this movie is willing to burn money, so. In terms of scenes, there has been a huge improvement compared with the first part of "Jianghu". Many of the special effects scenes are produced by veteran special effects teams in Hong Kong and Hollywood.

It can be said that the level of special effects of "Jianghu 2" surpasses Hong Kong films such as "Chinese Heroes", "God of Fighters", "Shaolin Football" and so on. is about comparable to Stephen Chow's "Kung Fu".

Of course, judging from the rhythm of the plot, this film is more like "Huang Feihong" with the skin of "Jianghu". Well, a lot of routines. I did learn it from the Wong Fei Hung series.

However, the special effects far surpass Wong Fei Hung. So, it looks even more exaggerated.

Even if Wang Qinian has seen more large-scale special effects blockbusters later, he has to feel very excited.

"Director Chen, you did a great job, better than I imagined!" Wang Qinian said.

"There. There, I'm picking up people's teeth! Create according to Director Wang's creativity and ideas, and in addition, the budget is very sufficient, so you can make such a big scene. Chen Jiashang said with a smile. The original version of "Jianghu" gave me a lot of advice. Actually, this movie, even without me, I believe that the original version can make the film by itself! The special effects are also made by respecting their opinions! ”

Wang Qinian couldn't help but feel proud when he heard this, almost all of the original people were from the small partner company, and he brought it out single-handedly. Praising the original people, in fact, is also tantamount to praising Wang Qinian.

"Director Chen, are you interested in making a film for our little partner company?" Wang Qinian said with a smile, "Costume and special effects blockbusters!" Budget $15 million! ”

"What?" Chen Jiashang couldn't help but be stunned, and turned to ecstasy!

In fact, Chen Jiashang had a bad year in the past few years. Although a box office champion movie has been made, the audience only remembers Stephen Chow, so will they remember who the director is?

Besides, Stephen Chow casually makes films with that director, and the box office will not be bad, and the role of the director has never been reflected.

Later, Chen Jiashang did not have the opportunity to cooperate with Stephen Chow, and many films were filmed, but the box office was very dismal.

Originally, director Chen Jiashang didn't start to run until 2008's "Painted Skin" and rejuvenated its second spring. But now because of directing "Jianghu 2", it can be regarded as a salted fish turning over in advance.

I want to make another film for 15 million US dollars, with a budget of hundreds of millions in Hong Kong dollars. So...... He can definitely become a gold medal director in the Chinese film industry!

The current Chinese film market is not a time when investors dared to make blockbusters after the mainland box office began to rise to prominence! The current Chinese-language film market, the mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan combined, is less than 3 billion yuan in total box office market.

With such a small market capacity, shooting more than 30 million is considered a big deal.

can make two films with a budget of hundreds of millions, and the status is definitely something that most people in the industry look up to. Even if it can't be ranked in the top five in the circle of commercial directors, it ...... The top 10 should be fine!

"Director Wang, can you give me a hint about the theme and content of the film?" Chen Jiashang asked.

"I can tell you directly that it is based on Liao Zhai's "Painted Skin", but the story is redefined." Wang Qinian said, "In the past, Liaozhai film and television works were not made into special effects blockbusters! If Director Chen is willing to shoot, I will invest in it, and I will be the first to shoot a 100 million yuan blockbuster with the theme of Liaozhai. If the response to "Painted Skin" is good, in the future, the White Snake or something can also be filmed! ”

Wang Qinian excitedly tells his ambitions, and all kinds of classical Chinese stories are within the scope of his adaptation. And, it's going to be a big deal!

"Director Wang, these stories, the audience already knows the plot, is there a risk of spoilers?" Chen Jiashang said cautiously.

"There are risks and opportunities! Take "Harry Potter" as an example, many viewers already know the plot in advance, why do they still watch the movie? Of course, there are some viewers who hate spoilers who won't watch it, but more viewers will run over to watch it because of familiar elements! Wang Qinian said with a smile, "For example, I dare to say that if you adapt 100 different versions of film and television dramas, there will still be audiences watching it, and there will still be a popular adaptation of Journey to the West." In addition, we use this idea, not necessarily to copy, talk about the story of the fast, so short, many details, settings, can be left to us to play ......"

Under Wang Qinian's persuasion, Chen Jiashang was actually excited, but he did not agree on the spot, but said that he would go back and think about it for a while.

In this regard, Wang Qinian also expressed his understanding that it is necessary to think carefully and think clearly. Otherwise, hot-headed, it is decided. But when the time comes, if you regret it, or if you feel that you can't do it well, it will bring losses to everyone. (To be continued.) )

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