With the addition and expansion of private cinema chains such as Wanda Pictures, the mainland market has been getting better and better in the past two years, and many people choose to enter the theater in their free time to watch a movie they like.

"Chinese Partner" is such a film with a very wide audience.

After Chen Fei's revision, the script deleted a lot of narration narratives and some naïve plots.

The background of the 80s of the 20th century has made many people have a sense of substitution, and the relevance of the characters to reality makes the audience have a strong sense of resonance.

With the passage of time, the box office data of each day has been published on the Internet in a timely manner.

As Chen Fei said, this film has achieved the achievement of "reaping both box office and applause", and at the same time, it has once again established the myth of his undefeated investment.

In the three days of its release, the box office has exceeded 70 million, and the increase is very good!

It's just that the popularity of "Wuji" quickly counterattacked again.

Three years of careful planning, 350 million investment, co-starring six box office celebrities from China, Japan and South Korea, holding a grand party in the castle, buying the most expensive advertising space in the Carlton Hotel, and representing Chinese films to hit the Oscars......

These are the main points of the propaganda.

And the publicity means for fans to participate in the premiere also played a big role, setting off a huge wave of heat.

From the analysis of the early publicity, whether it is the media, the official, or the film and television industry, they all agree that "Wu Ji" is a successful commercial film, or it is really possible to surpass "Hero"!

The venue for the premiere is still in the CPPCC auditorium, which is the same place as "Chinese Partner", but it is the first time I have seen such a thing as "premiere rehearsal".

"Director Chen still knows how to play."

Chen Fei muttered to himself, and at the same time his gaze fell on Nicholas Tse in the crowd.

The Hong Kong entertainment industry has been green and yellow since the generation of the Four Heavenly Kings, and there are not many young people who follow behind, so he can be better.

The "Little White Dragon Incident" has been completely diluted, and Zhang Weicheng has become the main culprit, and has almost cut off the work in the mainland.

The Emperor played a lot in it.

…

Chen Kaige did not attend the premiere of "Chinese Partner", I heard that he went abroad to invite professional film critics, and he obviously missed the Oscars a lot.

As with normal premieres, there is also a red carpet here.

Chen Fei and Ning Hao stepped on the red carpet together.

Looking at the nearly 100 samurai armed with swords and guns and dressed in red robes on both sides, the two looked at each other and were amazed!

Ning Hao muttered, "That's how 350 million was spent, right?" ”

"Maybe..."

The expression on Chen Fei's face was a little weird, this Chen Dadao seemed to be really playing high.

On both sides of the 100-meter red carpet, in addition to samurai, there is also a forest of blooming begonias, in which white lanterns are hung, and two oversized "Wuji" banners are hung at the entrance of the auditorium......

Don't mention anything else, just the scene of this set, a small one million is estimated to go in.

Chen Fei felt a little heartache for Han Sanping, and it is estimated that the 350 million Zheng'er Bajing was spent in the movie, and it was all used to engage in these flashy things.

…

The film and television industry said that it was not big, and what I saw after walking into the auditorium was still those people.

Taking a glass of champagne from the waiter's hand, Chen Fei found Ren Zhonglun and chatted with him about private jets.

"Are you looking for a private jet that can fly up to 10,000 meters?"

"Yes."

Chen Fei nodded.

"What are you going to do?"

"Framing."

These two words seemed to have a mysterious magic, which instantly persuaded Ren Zhonglun, and at the same time dispelled his idea of continuing to ask.

"Okay, I'll get you in touch."

"Thank you, Mr. Ren."

"We don't need to be so polite in this relationship, just think about anything good in the future."

While chatting, a loud noise suddenly sounded outside, and the shouts of fans were clearly heard in the auditorium.

"Nicholas Tse", "Han Dongjian", "Zhang Baizhi", "Liu Ye"......

The names of the actors echoed in the auditorium.

"Go out and have a look?" Ren Zhonglun took the initiative to invite.

"Let's go."

Chen Fei is also very interested, and he has a hunch that Director Chen's operation is estimated to be even cooler.

Sure enough, as soon as the two of them reached the door of the auditorium, they saw nearly a hundred white-robed warriors armed with spears and wearing silver helmets and silver armor roaring and rushing to one side of the "Infinite Gate", while the other red-robed warriors rushed to the other side.

Brother Chen Kai and his daughter-in-law Chen Hong took the lead in walking through the gate of Wuji, facing the flash lights of the scene, and the two of them compared scissor hands at the same time.

"Haha, I'm pretty good at playing."

Chen Fei couldn't help laughing, but soon returned to seriousness.

Don't you dare to let the reporter take a picture of it, or not too embarrassing......

Beautiful fireworks bloomed on both sides of the red carpet, Chen Hong took the microphone handed by the host and shouted to the audience: ""Wuji" loves you! Love the audience all over the world! Supporting the development of our film industry......"

Walking into the auditorium with infinite scenery, the main creative team sat down and officially began to work.

There's a word behind everyone's seat.

Infatuation, betrayal, freedom, love, desire, commitment, fate.

Seven words, full of highlights.

The host asked Brother Chen Kai to briefly explain the meaning of these words.

"In this world, I am most obsessed with two things, obsessed with "Wuji" made by me and my wife, and infatuated with my wife......"

Ning Hao's eyes widened on the side, "Good guy! That's too numb, isn't it? ”

Chen Fei glanced at him, "What is this?" People don't know how to be intimate at home. ”

As he spoke, four words inexplicably appeared in his mind.

Arthur, please be seated!

…

After chatting until half past seven, the movie officially began.

"Does anyone want to see what I'm wearing under my cloak? Then put down your weapons. ”

"Don't you want to learn to run? Remember, true speed is invisible, like the wind and clouds, the sun and the moon. ”

"It's all because of you, it's you who made me stop believing in anyone in the world, not even myself......"

“……”

All kinds of famous scene lines bubbled out one after another.

The gorgeous big scenes and the alluring Zhang Baizhi support most of the pictures of this movie, and in addition...... Seems to be gone?

Ning Hao's eyes widened, his mouth slightly open, his eyes full of confusion and incomprehension.

He tried hard to see something from this movie, and even learn something, but he couldn't dig it out!

Ren Zhonglun, who was on the side, suddenly stretched out his arm and touched Chen Fei, lowered his voice and asked, "Why can't I understand this film?" What's going on here? ”

Chen Feiqiang held back a smile and shook his head slowly, "I don't understand it either, maybe there is some profound connotation in it, we will understand it in a few years." ”

The confusion in Ren Zhonglun's eyes was even greater.

Wait a few years?

Who has to wait a few years to understand the movie?

He wanted to ask a few questions, but as the film ended, there were all kinds of praise voices around him.

"What's going on? Do you all understand? ”

Ren Zhonglun quietly glanced at Chen Fei, and when he saw that he applauded, he hurriedly followed suit.

Judging from this situation, everyone else should have understood, and he was left alone in a daze.

You can't let others find out that you can't understand, otherwise you will lose face......

With applause, Chen Kaige came to the stage again and made some remarks:

"It took me three years to make this movie, and I went through a lot of difficulties, but China Film and Mr. Han helped me carry it, so I am very grateful to ......"

Chen Fei glanced at Han Sanping in the distance, but found that his smile was a little stiff.

Mr. Han obviously didn't understand it either......

When the reporter's question session arrived, Chen Fei was inevitably asked what he thought of the movie.

Han Sanping had vaguely explained when he came, and today he wanted to hear more compliments, so Chen Fei thought about it and replied seriously: "I was shocked!" ”

Chen Kaige on the stage smiled with satisfaction.

Chen Fei remained silent, but he couldn't help muttering in his heart, "Hey? Do you really think you are complimentary? ”

…

The premiere lasted until ten o'clock, and when it was time for the dinner, Chen Fei ate very happily, but he didn't dare to move the steamed buns on the table.

Brother Chen Kai brought his wife over to say hello.

"How is the filming of director Xiao Chen's new film?"

"It's expected to be completed in January."

Chen Fei doesn't like the title of "Director Xiao Chen" very much, but the other party is an elder, and he can't say anything, so he can only say: "I wish "Wuji" a bumper harvest at the box office." ”

"Thank you."

The smile on Brother Chen Kai's face bloomed even more.

After eating and drinking, Chen Fei patted his buttocks, rubbed Ren Zhonglun's plane and returned to Shanghai.

The filming of "Source Code" is still in progress, and he won't have to run back and forth for the next period of time, just wait for "A Thousand Miles to Ride Alone" to go back and go around when it is about to be released.

While shooting, he was also paying attention to the movements on the Internet.

Although Han Sanye's heart was half cold after watching the film, but now, the broken teeth still have to find a way to swallow them in his stomach.

At least before the release, the comments on the Internet were very good.

Chen Fei's sentence "shocked" was also pulled out by the media, which also made the audience more curious.

What kind of movie can make the directors of the Golden Bear Award make such an interjection?

By the afternoon of the next day, the momentum of "Wuji" was even greater, just because a hot search suddenly appeared on Sohu.

["Boundless" was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film Award at the Hollywood Film and Television Golden Globe Awards! 】

The Golden Globes have always been seen as the vane of the Oscars, even if the judges on both sides do not overlap much, and even often disagree.

As soon as this news came out, the media began to report on it, praising Chen Kaige's excellence.

Looking at the announcements one after another, Chen Fei almost thought that "Wu Ji" had won the Best Foreign Language Film Award.

However, before half an hour had passed, Sina had another headline.

[The Hollywood film "Get Out", directed and filmed by director Chen Fei, was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for "Best Film in the Musical/Comedy Category".] 】

As soon as the news came out, it directly attracted the attention of a large group of people!

You know, the Golden Globe Awards' "Best Picture in Musical/Comedy" is aimed at the Oscars' "Best Picture" award!

If the two sides compare, it seems that the gold content of Chen Fei's side is higher!

For a while, many reporters flocked to the magic capital, clamoring to see him outside the "Source Code" crew.

In desperation, Chen Fei had to find time to be interviewed.

"It's just a nomination, I'm just starting out in Hollywood, and it is estimated that it is impossible to win the award, you can pay attention to "Chinese Partner" and the upcoming "People in Embarrassment", thank you for ......"

The popularity on the Internet was directly divided equally by Chen Fei and Chen Kaige.

Chen Kexin couldn't say whether she was bitter, she could only watch the daily box office of "If Love" fall by a cliff.

…

On the day of the release of "Wu Ji" on the 15th, "Chinese Partner" has been in theaters for six days, and the box office has already exceeded 100 million, and it is charging towards 200 million.

Almost everyone believes that the latter is no match for the former at all.

Chen Fei deliberately gave everyone in the crew a holiday, and pulled them to the cinema by reimbursing movie tickets.

nominally supports "Wuji", but the real intention is to let this group of people also suffer a wave of sin, and give their pure hearts a different kind of cleansing.

The theater was full, and the audience naturally wouldn't want to miss Chen Kaige's name and the lineup of the movie.

In the 121-minute movie, Liu Yifei, Zhu Yawen and others stared directly at the screen, while Chen Fei shifted his gaze to their faces.

Seeing everyone's faces gradually change from anticipation to doubt, he almost couldn't help but take out his camera to record it.

When I returned to the crew, the car was very quiet.

Everyone was silent, and even doubted themselves.

invested more than 300 million in the movie, but they didn't see anything, is it because their understanding ability has deteriorated?

Chen Fei's voice suddenly sounded in the car, "From now on, everyone remembers your expression at the moment, and I want you to easily reflect this kind of doubt, shock, and incomprehension during the afternoon shooting." ”

Everyone: "??? ”

……

When he got up early the next morning, Chen Fei called the portal.

Sohu's headline reads:

["Wuji", the box office on the first day was 23 million, and the box office reputation was a bumper harvest, Chen Kaige is worthy of the top domestic director......]

The box office on the first day did not break the record of "Chinese Partner", but this is also normal, because the investor of "Wuji" is only China Film, and the film schedule must not be compared with the former.

It's just that when Chen Fei went to watch it again the next day, the headline was gone, replaced by the comments of many viewers and the remarks of some newspapers and magazines.

"It's good to look at each 5-minute paragraph individually, but it's hard to give a complete and wonderful impression when viewed together."

"The narrative motives may be complex, the story lacks its own driving force, and the characters and characters cannot be seen, including the ideas to be conveyed in it, and it seems to be just a few words, and sometimes it even feels contradictory!"

"In this film, there seem to be only flowers and armor symbolizing power and black robes symbolizing slave status, the characters have no flesh and blood, and the whole movie is like a slave guide..."

“……”

The growing criticism has finally shattered the illusions that had been created.

Although the box office is still rising, word of mouth has ushered in a cliff-like decline, and even fell to a point of dumbfounding!

Behind the monitor, Ning Hao sighed with emotion, "Why are there so many scolding?" ”

Chen Fei shrugged his shoulders, "The expectations are too high, the finished film is not in line with the publicity, so the audience will definitely be very disappointed, and abuse and ridicule are inevitable."

You remember, don't get involved in this matter, if a reporter asks, you will find a way to open the topic, this puddle of water is not something we can go into, it stinks, and it can't be washed off if it sticks. ”

"Okay."

Ning Hao nodded hurriedly.

(End of chapter)