July, China.

This is already a hot month, but the heat in the hearts of movie fans is even hotter than the sun.

The summer file of 05 was kicked off by Jay Chou's "Initial D", although a month has passed since this film, no one has extinguished the enthusiasm in their hearts.

Because, one after another, is Tsui Hark's "Seven Swords," and Cheng Long's "Myth!" ”

Three blockbusters, summer competition, it can be said that everyone's eyes are on these three big productions.

The battle between the five major theater chains in China has officially kicked off. From the former Beijing New Film Association dominating the world, to the joint rise of Shanghai after joining the WTO, it was difficult for Chinese film stars to have hairdressing, until 02 Wanda announced its entry into the film industry in a high-profile manner.

In 05, among the five major cinema lines, the last cinema line, the Southern Shinkansen of the Pearl River Delta, finally broke into a butterfly after three years of tragic fighting of four cinema lines, and together formed the largest cinema line in the south.

And Chengdu Pacific Cinema Line, which is eyeing the tiger, is also constantly attacking the five major cinema chains, and even said that the strength is not much different at all.

The country has formed a situation in which the new film association in the north, Wanda, and the Chinese film star and the United States "compete for hegemony in the three countries", the Yangtze River Delta and Shanghai Union in the east are outstanding, the southern Shinkansen dominates, and the Chengdu Pacific in the west is proud of the others.

No one can help anyone.

What makes these theaters go to the next level is the exclusive screening rights for the first month! Or rather, the premieres of countless superstars.

Summer file, Chinese New Year file, this is a bloody battleground.

Domestic blockbusters are undoubtedly the most appealing, and the star lineup is also the most acceptable, and every theater chain is eager to monopolize it, but this is impossible, there are always people happy and worried about every battle. What should I do if I don't get it?

Naturally, their eyes are on foreign blockbusters!

However, this summer, everything is different, everyone knows that a year ago, a top domestic artist announced a shift in focus, and almost at the same time, he participated in the anti-No. 1 of a huge investment of 120 million abroad!

It can be said that everyone is looking forward to this film! Everyone knows about his influence in the country!

Shanghai United, in fact, they are more tragic this year, none of the three domestic blockbusters fell to his family, but they did not feel pessimistic.

Because, they have already talked about the release of the mystery of the Heroes!

"Mr. Qin, hasn't there been any news from there?" In the general manager's office, a gray-haired man looked anxiously at the computer, grabbed the phone and said, "When will Mr. Lin return to China?" No news at all? ”

"Nope." The voice on the other side of the phone said, "Mr. Wang, Director Xu Da's Seven Swords has been decided to be released at the end of July, if you don't get it right, the mystery of the Heroes and Shadows may collide with the Seven Swords!" ”

The man who was called Mr. Wang looked at the information with a gloomy face, and said after a while, "You don't have to worry about these, book the hotel first, remember, this is the first overseas blockbuster that Mr. Lin has participated in, and you must make enough noise!" ”

"I understand that all the major departments are ready to go! Just wait for the news of the Mystery of the Heroes to come and start carpet publicity immediately! ”

Mr. Wang hung up the phone and felt that his forehead was a little swollen.

For the newly established Southern Shinkansen, this is undoubtedly a beautiful turnaround, the first step is to win the screening rights of the Seven Swords, and they are all the treasure on the mystery of the Heroes.

"Doot toot!" The phone suddenly screamed frantically again, and he glanced at the number, and immediately picked up the phone, his voice becoming extremely respectful.

"Sun Dong, what do you command?"

"Manager Wang, the mystery of the Heroes has entered the editing link." On the other side of the phone, a calm man's voice came, "Moreover, Time Warner has sent Mr. Morgan to China to cooperate with the propaganda." ”

"The mystery of the Heroes has started to enter the edit?!" Mr. Wang's heart was suddenly relieved, and then, a burst of excitement spread throughout his body.

Finally, the killer feature of Shanghai United is about to join the ranks of blockbuster battles!

"Mr. Morgan, which Mr. Morgan?"

"Morgan. Freeman. Sun Dong's voice became serious, "According to our information, Mr. Lin will also return to China in person soon after Mr. Morgan comes, you must, be sure to do a good job of receiving the two." The premiere must be a grand ceremony! ”

"Here......" Mr. Wang gasped.

I just like to watch movies, and I'm afraid that when I see Morgan Freeman, I will only think, "This old man is so familiar." It seems that many old and beautiful films have seen him. ”

However, an industry insider like him, who pays attention to Hollywood at all times, is very aware of the weight of the other party.

This is a legendary figure who has embarked on the road to superstar with a supporting role, nominated for the Oscar six times, but unfortunately missed all of them, and is known as the "black three" in the film and television industry, along with Will Smith and Denzel Washington. Known as the Uncrowned King.

Perhaps, he ranks last among the superstars, but his fame is definitely not what Lin Xiao can achieve now.

"Looks like you get the idea. Remember, the company wants a gala, not an ordinary premiere. ”

After saying this, Sun Dong hung up the phone, leaving Mr. Wang alone to meditate.

July 20th.

United Cinemas, as long as the tentacles can stretch out, have hung up huge posters of the mystery of the Heroes.

"Lin Xiao's first overseas blockbuster, released in August! Stay tuned for the Union! ”

"Lin Xiao challenged the villain on the screen, and the $120 million investment finally surfaced!"

On the poster, Bell is wearing a batsuit and majestically occupies the left side of the poster, while on the right, it is Lin Xiao, who has the iconic black hair of an Asian and is holding a long knife.

Behind them, there are Michael, Morgan and other figures.

At the same time, at Shanghai International Airport, a plane came to a steady stop.

An old black man with white hair, some old age spots on his face, bright eyes, an earring in his right ear, and a black suit and white shirt walked off the plane in good spirits.

Behind him, there was a tall European and American man from Gundam, but he was only helping him carry his bag.

No one expected that the travel of a superstar would be so simple, which is completely different from some artists who call back and forth at every turn!

If you look closely, you can find that the suit on the old man's body is Amani's characteristic style, and even a few buttons that are obviously different from other Armani have specific numbers!

This represents Armani's first bespoke garment, each of which was worn by a high-profile figure.

The watch on his wrist is also an Omega limited edition, the shirt is handmade by Centrac, and even the humble earring on his right ear is custom-made by Cartier.

This outfit alone is the top ten years of income of some second-tier artists!

A white-gold Cherz&Arpels ring topped with a fingernail-sized flawless Colombian green and blue-blue flawless emerald.

This fascinating ring, under the fiery gaze of the flight attendants, is gently caressing the armrest with a black finger.

"Is this China......" The old man said softly with a hint of indifference in his eyes.

"Yes." The man behind him immediately nodded, looked at the old man's face and asked, "You don't like it?" ”

The old man shook his head slightly, and nodded again, "I just think...... Now the city is suffering from gigantism...... Every city is so similar...... I would have liked to see something more special...... Looks like I'm going to be disappointed this time. ”

The man didn't say much, but concentrated on carrying the strange custom-made box, and followed closely behind the old man.

As soon as I walked out of the gate, several flashing lights flashed.

Yes, only a few.

"Mr. Morgan, how do you plan to publicize your visit to China this time?" "Mr. Morgan, when will the Mystery of the Heroes be released?"

Morgan Freeman, looking at the sparse dozen reporters in front of him, before he could speak, the man behind him immediately spoke, "I'm sorry, Mr. Morgan just got off the plane, and he has to go back to jet lag, please leave everything to the premiere for inquiries." ”

After speaking, he couldn't help but squeeze out a way and took Morgan Freeman to the outside of the airport.

Outside the airport, they quickly got into a Rolls-Royce. The driver was surprised and asked, "Sir, just the two of you?" ”

"How much are you ready for?" Morgan Freeman asked with a light smile.

"Oh no, I mean...... What about your team? The driver said cautiously.

Which star is not going out with more than ten people at every turn, especially with a status like the other party.

"Do you need it?" This time, it was Morgan Freeman who was surprised, he frowned slightly and said, "In the United States, I rarely see artists who come and go, this is a flashy performance." ”

The driver wisely shut up.

Morgan Freeman slowly closed his eyes, but the man spoke, and said in fluent English, "Mr. Morgan, the Chinese side has only sent more than ten reporters to interview, which is really ......"

"Really?" Morgan Freeman asked lightly.

"Really...... Not in line with your identity ......"

Morgan Freeman closed his eyes and shook his head, "It's just a formality, and the magazine has to see whether they want it or not, which only shows that I'm still a little short of being famous in the world." ”

"But...... It's almost like ...... Oh, I mean, China's entertainment industry is really untapped. ”

Morgan Freeman nodded slowly, in fact, there was also a trace of discomfort in his heart.

In the United States, the press conference he attended was not crowded, and when he went to a city, he just got off the plane, and the reporter broke through the door.

When I came to China, the huge contrast was a little difficult for anyone to accept.

However, after decades of wandering in circles, he has long learned to get used to it.

"I hope the premiere will be more lively......," he said with a frown, "after all, I'm just an outsider, and I heard that China's Lin is very popular here, and I just hope he can bring some help." ”

"I want to see a grand premiere, after all, I am afraid that those who know me are some theater executives, and I prefer to let the media take the initiative to accept me."

"The Chinese artist?" The man smiled and said, "I hope so, but I'm not optimistic." If the development is really good, it is enough for him to be the emperor of China again, why go to Hollywood? Isn't it excluded? I don't believe it's really going for global superstars. ”