Chapter 41 Celebration Banquet

Chapter 41 Celebration Banquet

Chapter 41 Celebration Banquet

It's Tuesday now, and today is the day for the celebration banquet.

On the podium, the 5000 million digital ice sculpture is very eye-catching. I don’t know when it started, but it has become popular to smash the digital ice sculptures representing the box office at movie celebration parties, which has a strong sense of ritual.

As soon as Zhang Chen arrived, Dong Jianqiang pulled him to the main table: "Zhang Chen, this is our Guangguang's President Wang Changtian. This time, the publicity and promotion of our "Dark Invasion" was entirely due to President Wang's support, so we can have such a strong publicity force."

"Hello, Mr. Wang, thank you for your support of the film."

Zhang Chen behaved very humbly. He thought that Guangguang's publicity and promotion this time was indeed powerful. The various newspapers, magazines and interview resources it contacted were all good, and it also helped sell overseas copyrights. Zhang Chen was very grateful for this favor.

"Director Zhang, you're too polite. Your film fills the gap in the domestic genre. You really have the potential to be a formidable young talent."

Wang Changtian was smiling and looked more like a scholar than the boss of a media company.

"Let me introduce you to everyone here..."

The next introducer was Wang Changtian. Obviously, all the guests sitting at the table were VIPs, so it was no longer appropriate for Dong Jianqiang to introduce them.

Chen Guofu from Colombia...

Wu Hehu of Shanghai United Cinema Line...

Haha, they are all important people. It was difficult to meet one of them in my previous life. I didn’t expect that now they would sit at the same table for dinner.

This was the first time he met Chen Guofu face to face. The other party bought his film and was considered the financial sponsor, so he had to express his gratitude.

“Thank you Mr. Chen for your love for the film.”

"Director Zhang, you're too kind. I also started out by making horror films. 'Darkness' is very much my style. We can discuss it together when we have time."

Chen Guofu didn't put on airs at all, everything he said was the truth. He had long wanted to have a good chat with Zhang Chen, who was also able to make horror films, but unfortunately he never had the chance.

Next is Wu Hehu.

Wu Hehu is one of the three musketeers of Chinese film distribution, the other two being Gao Jun of BJ New Film Association and Zhao Jun of Southern Shinkansen. Zhang Chen has heard a lot about the deeds of these three people in later life, so he shook hands with them first: "Mr. Wu, I didn't expect to meet you here. It's an honor."

Wu Hehu smiled and said, "Director Zhang is so young and has made such a box office hit. He is really promising."

"The success of Darkness Strike today is inseparable from the support of Manager Wu."

"No, no, it's all right. Director Zhang's films are good, and only then can the theaters make money. It's a win-win situation for everyone~"

The ceremony began immediately, everyone took their seats, and the atmosphere was harmonious.

As the representative of the production company, Zhang Chen must sit at the main table.

I heard that "House of Flying Daggers" will also have its premiere today, and will also be holding a compilation concert.

Zhang Chen originally thought that it would have a great impact on him, but now it seems that it didn't.

Guangguang is still very prestigious, not only inviting some big names, but also a lot of media.

The spotlights came on, and in the presence of the media, the ice sculpture marked with the number 5000 million was smashed to pieces by Wang Changtian and Zhang Chen.

"Friends from the media, I have some good news to announce through this opportunity."

The reason why Guangguang held such a grand celebration banquet was actually for publicity.

There are still two days until the release of House of Flying Daggers, and they have to reap as much box office revenue as possible.

The media was on high alert, and Zhang Chen also wanted to know what other tricks Guangguang had yet to use.

"The first thing is to inform everyone that the overseas rights of "The Dark Invasion" have been sold to Columbia, one of the eight major Hollywood studios. I believe that this film will be released all over the world soon."

The applause rang out, and Wang Changtian's face was full of joy. After the applause died down, he continued, "The second thing is that we received accurate news from the Saturn Awards Committee yesterday that The Darkness has been shortlisted for the Best Horror Film and Best Director categories of this year's Saturn Awards."

With a buzz, the media was in an uproar, and the discussion in the banquet hall became much louder.

If the previous news was considered normal, then this news was explosive.

This is still an era when foreign monks can chant sutras. Chinese people generally believe in foreign countries and think that foreign products are good. Being recognized by foreigners is a very advanced thing. "The Dark Invasion" was nominated for the Saturn Award for Best Horror Film and Best Director, which is tantamount to winning glory for the country. No wonder the public's reaction is so great.

No wonder Guangxian vowed to hold a celebration party, it turns out this is their ultimate move.

Only Zhang Chen looked puzzled, as he clearly remembered that he had never registered for the Saturn Award.

Dong Jianqiang, who was standing next to him, saw his confusion and explained, "It was Mr. Chen Guofu from Columbia. He bought the overseas copyright and naturally hoped that The Dark Invasion would be a big hit. Winning an award is the simplest and most effective way to promote it. Even if it's just a nomination, he'll make a fortune."

It turned out to be the case.

Zhang Chen didn't expect such a pleasant surprise.

The purpose of the publicity has been achieved, and what remains is the real celebration party.

The celebration party held by Guangguang was not large in scale, and it was attended by Guangguang’s own people, friends in the circle, members of the "Dark Invasion" crew and some media reporters.

The atmosphere at the table became lively as the glasses clinked.

"Xiao Zhang, I'm being too arrogant to call you Xiao Zhang..."

After two glasses of wine, Chen Guofu took the initiative to start a conversation.

"Xiao Zhang, have you decided what to shoot for your next film?"

“Maybe I have some ideas.”

"Or a horror movie?"

"Yes, it's a sequel to The Dark Invasion."

Hearing this, Wu Hehu also joined in: "Are you planning to make it into a series? Something like Scream?"

"Yes." Zhang Chen nodded.

"I have an idea." Wu Hehu gave a thumbs up. As a top domestic distributor, he knew how much money Hollywood horror movies could make.

The investment is small and the return is high. With the reputation of the previous work as a foundation, the box office of the sequel will generally not be bad. It can almost be said to be a sure-fire profit project.

"You haven't heard of the theory this guy came up with, that horror movies, erotic movies, and comedies are universally recognized as the three genres that are most likely to make a small profit with a big investment. I was so shocked when I first heard about it..."

Wang Changtian was exposing Zhang Chen's past.

Everyone present was stunned. At first glance, these words didn't make much sense, but when they thought about it carefully, they made a lot of sense and couldn't help but look up to Zhang Chen.

Sure enough, there is a reason for success.

"No, no, that's all because of the teacher's good teaching." Zhang Chen waved his hands quickly.

"Don't give me that. I've thought about it carefully and I never said anything like that. You're still flattering me."

Teacher Fu just happened to come over with a glass of wine, and immediately interrupted him upon hearing what he said.

When Zhang Chen was fooling him at first, he thought he had really said it, but later when he asked other students, he realized that this guy was flattering him.

"Look, your teacher has already said it, but you still don't admit it..."

Zhang Chen didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and felt like he was being besieged.

"Xiao Zhang, does your new movie need investment? Our theater chain can provide support." Wu Hehu suddenly spoke.

"We can also provide support." Chen Guofu was not stupid either, and followed immediately.

"Xiao Zhang, our cooperation is very pleasant. You can't ask anyone else to distribute the new movie." Wang Changtian didn't want the fat meat in his mouth to slip away.

"Of course, of course, everyone. The new movie is just an idea. Once it's confirmed, I will definitely ask for your help."

Zhang Chen agreed readily. With the memories of two lifetimes, he knew very well that eating alone was a taboo. If he wanted to live a comfortable life, it would be best to lead everyone to common prosperity.

What’s more, there are two big theater chain managers here. With the support of the theater chains, do you still need to worry about the box office?
(End of this chapter)