There were no particularly noteworthy blockbusters in Hollywood in early April, mainly a continuation of March.

Warner Bros. launched a "Battle of the Gods", which still took the fantasy action route and cost a full $125 million.

Compared with those B-class productions in the same period, the box office trend is not bad, but the online reviews are mixed.

Many people felt that there was no need to make a 3D version of the film at all, because the story itself was not engaging enough and would only make it more tiring.

Adhering to the mentality of not underestimating the opponent, Chen Fei went to watch this movie with Spielberg and Woody Allen, who was doing the post-production of "Twilight 5".

At the end of 106 minutes, the three of them looked at each other and shook their heads in disappointment.

Spielberg bluntly said, "If you look at "War of the Gods" by the standards of a Hollywood epic, it simply has too many substandards! ”

Chen Fei smiled and echoed: "The Chinese title "Battle of the Gods" should actually be called "Battle of the Gods and Gods" or "The Battle of People and Monsters". ”

The story of the movie is very simple, it is a group of people who fight while walking, and then the weapons are constantly upgraded, and the monsters appear one by one.

Although there is no shortage of gripping plots in the middle, it has nothing to do with the grandeur of the war.

There are many characters in the film, but most of them can only be called "cannon fodder".

Only the male protagonist Perseus has some inner drama that brings out the themes of "identity" and "growth".

It's just that he was resolute at the beginning, but he soon shook hands with his biological father Zeus, and as a result, his "identity" was blurred again, and his "growth" became insincere.

And the ancient sea monster that hangs people's appetites, and the arrogant Hades Hades, were "killed" by Perseus in the climax of the film, and the plot is really a bit anticlimactic, which is ridiculous.

"The 3D effect of this movie is really poor, the scene is dim and the three-dimensional sense is extremely poor......"

Old man Woody Allen's face was a little pale, he was already a little dizzy 3D, and he almost threw up after watching this movie.

Chen Fei shrugged his shoulders and gave the answer, "Obviously, this movie is shot with 2D technology, and it should be converted by a certain company, and the cost is not high, so the effect will be very poor." ”

The trio quickly lost interest in the film and did not feel worthy of being their rivals.

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The late stages of "The Hunger Games" are all over, and Natasha goes to contact the theater line again to find a suitable schedule.

There are still a few days before the start of filming of "Hunting", Chen Fei was not idle, but went to Marvel to review the second season of "Game of Thrones" and "Spartacus: Blood and Sand".

In the end, the result did not disappoint him, and the high investment can not only be exchanged for excellent picture effects, but also bring higher returns!

"This is the script for the third season of Game of Thrones and Spartacus: Revenge, find the right time to shoot them all."

After the review of the finished film, Chen Fei took out two scripts again and handed them to Isaac Perlmutter.

"Ok, I'll contact the actor and director."

For these two scripts, Isaac Perlmutter is not too surprised, an excellent TV series naturally has to launch a steady stream of sequels.

After leaving Marvel Entertainment, Chen Fei came to Marvel Studios again.

The premiere of "How to Train Your Dragon" is approaching, and this also means that the release date of "Iron Man 2" is approaching.

Kevin Feige attaches great importance to this movie, after all, the previous film earned a box office of $800 million, and the audience's expectations for the sequel are extremely high!

It is no exaggeration to say that Marvel can turn around again by relying on the "Iron Man" series, so it must be cautious.

"Fei, the preparations for "The Avengers" are coming to an end, the contracts of all the actors have been signed, and only the construction of the studio is left, when are you going to start filming?"

"Wait, wait until "Iron Man 2", "Thor" and "Captain America" are successfully released, and then we will start the filming plan of "The Avengers", which will have a 1+1+1>3 effect."

"Ok, I see."

Kevin Feige nodded, but there was a bit of an understanding in his heart.

From Chen Fei's tone, he could hear the importance he attached to "The Avengers"!

But Kevin Feige himself doesn't really have much confidence to put so many superheroes together and make a hodgepodge, can this work?

Usually, in the Hollywood film system, the personal charm of the protagonist is magnified, while the other characters appear in a way that "sets off the protagonist".

Whether it's the villain or the second male lead, their role is to help the protagonist win the audience's affection.

But "The Avengers" is different, it gathers "Iron Man", "Captain America", "Thor", "Hulk", "Black Widow", "Hawkeye" and other superheroes.

So the question arises, which of these people should be dominant?

Kevin Feige couldn't figure it out, but Chen Fei was very confident, which made him more and more curious, is there a "mystery" that he can't comprehend?

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Compared with the mediocrity of Hollywood, the mainland is quite exciting, and there is a state of "you sing and I will appear".

"See You in Heaven", box office 7.3 million, pounce!

"Full Moon Hennessy", box office 17.541 million, pounce!

"Future Police", box office 41.35 million, pounce!

After all, the first two are just literary films, and it is actually normal to hit the streets, as long as the fan evaluation is high enough, when the time comes, you will definitely not lose much money if you sell the copyright.

But "Future Police" directed by Wang Jing and starring Liu Dehao, Xu Jiao, Fan Shaohuang and others makes people speechless.

With an investment of 200 million, another bad movie has come out!

The Internet is full of group ridicule:

"I had good expectations for the movie, but I was speechless after watching it, a bad movie, the so-called high-tech is also shoddy, just remember that Andy's daughter in the movie is a robot."

"After watching it, I don't want to watch Liu Dehao's movies anymore......"

"What the hell! Day! Wang Jing begged to let Liu De go? ”

"This horse is a domestic science fiction film? That's it? Also invest 200 million? What about playing, right? ”

"These domestic directors, can you ask some Director Chen when you are filming science fiction? Take a look at "Rise of the Planet of the Apes", okay? This is a sci-fi blockbuster! ”

Chen Fei found that many people commented on his Weibo, asking him to come out with a whole domestic sci-fi film and give a sample to other directors.

Even Han Sanping called, and the first thing she said was, "When are you going to shoot that sci-fi movie?" ”

"Future Police" is invested by China Film, and the third master will have a big head, and the internal pressure is directly full!

200 million! Blood loss!

In the past few years, almost all the money made from investing in Hollywood movies has been lost to these bad movies in the mainland, and the bureau is already a little dissatisfied with him, and he must quickly make up for it.

"I don't have time for the time being, but I can take the script to the review first."

Ni Xuelin has already changed the script, Chen Fei specially read it, and the change is very good.

"Okay, hurry up, if it doesn't work, I'll send it for you?"

"Hey? In such a hurry? ”

"I don't want to either, but the "Future Police", alas, don't mention it, it's all tears when you talk too much."

"Haha, okay, then I'll contact the company now and let the script be sent for review first."

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The script review of "Gravity" can be described as a direct green light, sent it on the first day, and passed it on the second day!

When the Film Bureau announced the news of the script, the media were like cats that smelled fishy, and they came up one after another.

In less than half an hour, the news has already spread to many websites.

"The latest movie information, the new script of Feiyue Film and Television is coming, the movie title: "Gravity"!"

"Gravity", screenwriter: Chen Fei, producer: Feiyue Film and Television, China Film, Shanghai Film, Wanda...... Space sci-fi thriller disaster movie, a sci-fi masterpiece with pure taste. ”

"According to first-hand insider information, the investment cost is as high as hundreds of millions of ......"

The news soon spread overwhelmingly, and many film and television production companies rushed to get some share.

"We will invest as much as you say, and we will invest as much as you say, and we will not be bad ......"

Pony Galloping and LeTV's Mr. Jia played a trench, waving banknotes and wanting to enter.

"I'm sorry, the share distribution is over, let's have a chance next time."

Chen Fei refused very simply.

Money?

This thing is said as if no one has it, just these few investors, which one is not richer and more faceless than your pony galloping and LeTV?

The most important thing is that these companies have a background in theaters behind them, and when the movie is released in the future, it can provide a lot of support in terms of film scheduling.

At this stage, even Huayi, light and shadow have no chance to enter.

This kind of blockbuster with an investment of more than 100 million yuan, don't come to join in the fun without a theater background.

Very realistic! But it's also normal!

Many familiar actors also called, and those who thought that the relationship was not in place sent text messages, or asked someone to ask.

"Brother Wow, keep your schedule, let's put this film on it."

"Oops! Ok, good, good! No problem! Absolutely no problem, when do you say when to shoot, my side will be in place immediately! ”

Among the four heavenly kings of Xiangjiang, Liu Dehao's fame is the greatest, and his popularity is also the best, but I don't know why, he himself can't afford the box office.

The starring movies have hit the streets again and again, and the capital market has little confidence in him.

But if he is not a starring role, but appears as a supporting role, then he will receive a lot of praise and win a lot of applause.

It's suspenseful, but it's also very helpless.

Therefore, for Chen Fei's invitation, Liu Dehao was 10,000 willing.

He is even ready to reduce his salary, as long as he can make a movie and let him get back a wave of blood, it's easy to say!

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Time is making great strides again, and when the time comes to mid-April, a domestic movie has set off a lot of waves in the mainland, and even briefly affected Hollywood!

Title: "Durala's Promotion"

Xu Jinglei is a ruthless character, much higher than Zhang Jingchu's rank.

This "nobleman" behind her rushed up wave after wave along the way, almost forcibly lifting her to a high position!

And the reason why it will affect Hollywood is because the producer of "Durala's Promotion" actually invited Hollywood's top stylist, who has served in movies such as "Sex and the City", "The Devil Wears Prada", and "Ugly Betty", to send Trisia Field to do the overall costume design.

In Xu Jinglei's words, the "Durala" she plays in the play will be dressed in more than 50 sets in the 105-minute movie.

And her target is exactly - Anne Hathaway!

Chen Fei doesn't know what domestic fans will say, anyway, he personally thinks it's very ridiculous.

This pedal horse can already be described as "touching porcelain"!

Today happens to be the moment when "Hunting" starts, and Anne Hathaway also came to the set, she will play the new girlfriend found after Matt Damon's divorce, which can be regarded as a "friendship cameo".

When she auditioned for "The Hunger Games" before, she failed to cooperate with Chen Fei because she wanted to shoot "Alice in Wonderland".

This time, when "Hunting" officially entered the preparation period, she took the initiative to call and said that she wanted to get a chance to cooperate, so Chen Fei arranged such a cameo scene for her.

"You don't need to play in today's scene, if you have other work, you can go and get busy first."

“Ok。” Anne Hathaway nodded, but didn't leave, "I don't have any other movie schedules in the near future, so I decided to come here to study for a while." ”

"Okay, then so be it."

Chen Fei shrugged his shoulders and quickly pulled his attention away from her and focused on Matt Damon instead.

A week has passed, and his body has indeed lost a lot of weight.

The stylist matched him with black-framed glasses, which made him a little more literary temperament, and with the stubble that came out of his chin, the image of a middle-aged male teacher appeared in the camera.

“Fei？ How about this look? ”

"It's great." Chen Fei nodded, and then quickly noticed that he didn't seem to have a script with him when he came today?

"A week is enough time for me to memorize all my lines."

Matt Damon grinned slightly, revealing the appearance of a "good old man".

He is a professional actor, not only with superb acting skills, but also very professional in line interpretation.

What's more, memorizing lines is a necessary skill for every actor, and Hollywood will not allow an actor to read "123" on the set, which is a shame for the profession of an actor!

Xiao Lizi also came to the set today, and brought his new Victoria's Secret girlfriend.

After the end of "Inception", he didn't take over the play for the time being, and there was no crew looking for him, after all, he was too "expensive".

"Fei, it just so happens that I've been idle lately, how about I be your assistant director?"

"Is it free?" Chen Fei held back his eyes, and was really a little surprised by his sudden proposal.

A good young model is put aside and doesn't play, but he wants to be an assistant director?

Sick, right?

"Ok, you can ...... for free" Xiao Lizi was quite helpless, but then added, "The crew has to take care of the food, right?" ”

"That's no problem, the lunch box is full." Chen Fei patted his chest, with a rather generous look on his face.

Leonardo: "......"

The young model girlfriend and Anne Hathaway on the side listened to the conversation between the two, covering their mouths and giggling.

The crew's equipment, props, scenes, etc. were quickly ready.

“Action！”

With Chen Fei's order, "Hunting" was officially launched!

The news spread quickly, and in the afternoon of the same day, a press release appeared on the domestic film and television consulting network.

"Director Chen Fei's new film is launched, the movie is called "Hunting", the main actors: Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, etc., Leonardo is there to support!"

"Realistic themes, award ......"

"We'll see."

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If it is those small directors, the movie will naturally not have too high a lot of popularity.

But Chen Fei is different, who let him win the Golden Bear and the Palme d'Or one after another, which is also one of the few in the entire film history!

Not long after "Hunting" was launched, the Berlin Film Festival, the Cannes Film Festival, and the Venice Film Festival all sent him invitations.

Because the goal is very clear, Chen Fei replied directly to Berlin and Cannes without thinking too much, expressing his gratitude and explaining the reason why he couldn't go.

He has taken both the Golden Bear and the Golden Palm, and this time he went straight to the Golden Lion!

Venice, on the other hand, was very happy, and after seeing Chen Fei's email reply, the organizer even sent someone in person.

"Fei, you can shoot with peace of mind, don't be afraid of the impact of time, even if you accidentally miss the time to submit for review, we will open a temporary submission channel for you......"

"Okay, thank you."

Chen Fei silently accepted this "gift".

At this moment, he suddenly felt what is called the treatment of a great director!

The organizer of the Venice Film Festival came to the door in person and took the initiative to say that he could "open the back door" for you, can you stand it?

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Spielberg takes "How to Train Your Dragon" as seriously as "Transformers".

No, the movie was released on the 23rd, and he sent out the invitation to the premiere several days in advance, which caused a heated discussion in Hollywood.

"How to Train Your Dragon? Is the film department involved in the animation department? Spielberg: What's going on? ”

John Lasseter, CEO of Pixar's animation division, looked at the invitation in his hand and couldn't help but fall into deep thought.

On the other hand, Chris Meledandri, CEO of Lighting Entertainment, also got the invitation, looking at the words "How to Train Your Dragon" on it, he had some expectations in his heart.

"Despicable Me" will be officially released in Hollywood in July, and as the first animated film after the establishment of Illumination Entertainment, he has great expectations!

And now that DreamWorks Film has launched "How to Train Your Dragon", although it has nothing to do with "Despicable Me", he is still curious.

"It's all original, I don't know who will have a higher box office? More popular? ”

At the same time, in addition to Pixar, Illumination Entertainment, Universal Pictures, Twentieth Century Fox, Disney and other companies, Spielberg also sent a premiere invitation to the DreamWorks animation department.

As the CEO of DreamWorks' animation division, Jeffrey Katzenberg felt a little nervous after receiving the invitation.

The release dates of "Shrek 4" and "How to Train Your Dragon" overlap, and the fact that both movies are also animated films means that there will inevitably be a box office scramble between the two sides!

Once an intimate partner, they are now rivals in a head-to-head fight......

Jeffrey Katzenberg has mixed feelings!

Especially when he recalled the idea that Spielberg had vaguely proposed to him on the phone the other day, his head was even more jumbled.

"DreamWorks Animation...... Do you really want to sell yourself to Walton Pictures? ”

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