Chapter 187 Director Zhou is going to Oscars, the male lead of "Ip Man" is confirmed, and
Just like last year, Zhou Qing still couldn't stay at home for long during this year's spring break.
Only on February 2, the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, did he hurried back to the capital.
Why?
Because February 2th is the day of the 26th Academy Awards ceremony!
Although Zhou Qing was very self-aware and knew that Painted Skin had no chance of winning an award, he was already nominated and it would be unreasonable not to participate.
What's more, people like Hu Jun, Liu Yifei, Zhao Wenzhuo and others have been looking forward to it for a long time.
This is the Oscars, a holy place for showing off!
Even if you don't win the award, you can just go there, take some photos, and have the reporters report on it. Wouldn't that make you look so cool?
In addition, these people are not reborn people like Zhou Qing, who can see through Oscar.
These people actually still have some hope in their hearts.
Although no one from the Chinese entertainment industry has ever made a breakthrough at the Oscars, what if it happens this time?
Wouldn’t that be a big win?
A group of people had already cleared their schedules, just waiting to go to the Oscars with Zhou Qing.
"Happy New Year, Auntie. I'm here to wish you a happy new year."
23 After returning to the capital for a short rest, 24 Zhou Qing came to Liu Yifei's house early in the morning with gifts.
Now that Zhou Qing and Liu Yifei's relationship has been acknowledged by Liu Xiaoli, it has passed the test of each other's parents. During the New Year, of course they have to express their feelings.
"Happy New Year, Happy New Year, come in quickly."
Liu Xiaoli had a very warm smile on her face and enthusiastically invited Zhou Qing in.
"Congratulations, Sissi, your album is selling so well."
After they sat down and exchanged some greetings, Zhou Qing was the first to congratulate Liu Yifei.
The album "Liu Yifei" sold 3 copies on the first day, and as of now, it has sold a full 27 copies.
This result cannot be said to be explosive, but it is definitely very, very dazzling.
He really surpassed many famous singers in the circle.
It caused a great impact in the singer circle.
After all, it is a bit exaggerated that a cross-border newcomer's first album can sell so well.
"With this sales volume, Xixi's hard training and dedication are worth it."
Liu Xiaoli was very pleased about this.
Others may not know, but as Liu Yifei's mother and agent, she knows very well how Liu Yifei has trained over the past year.
Sometimes Liu Xiaoli felt heartbroken when she saw it.
“As long as everyone likes to listen to my songs.”
Liu Yifei was also very happy, with smiles all over her face.
As soon as this album was released, crossover singer Liu Yifei’s first success was a success.
"Zhang Ziyi also auditioned. The competition for the 'Golden Swallow' is really fierce."
After everyone finished talking about Liu Yifei's album, they inevitably talked about the "Double J Project" which has been a hot topic in the circle recently.
Even top actresses like Zhang Ziyi have joined in. Frankly speaking, this has really put a lot of pressure on others.
Including Liu Yifei.
After all, Zhang Ziyi’s advantages are too obvious; she is the “International Zhang”.
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", "Rush Hour 2", "Memoirs of a Geisha", he has starred in serious Hollywood blockbusters.
And they have all achieved very impressive results.
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" and "Memoirs of a Geisha" both won Oscars, and "Rush Hour 2" sold 3.47 million US dollars worldwide, with 2.26 million US dollars in North America alone.
Not to mention the movie "Hero", which also sold very well around the world.
So for a blockbuster like "Project J" involving Hollywood, Zhang Ziyi is much more suitable than others.
Liu Yifei became increasingly pessimistic about Liu Xiaoli's attempt to help her get the role.
"Don't think too much, Sissi. I will do my best to help you get this role."
However, Liu Xiaoli still did not intend to give up, but spoke to Liu Yifei seriously.
"Mom, if I can't get it, forget it. I don't have to act."
Although Liu Yifei really wanted to play this role, she was also very sensible and immediately said to Liu Xiaoli.
"Just leave it to mom, you don't have to worry about it."
Liu Xiaoli smiled lovingly.
"In fact, Mr. Wang is quite optimistic about Xixi. When I chatted with Mr. Wang before, he even said that he wanted to sign Xixi. You are really popular, Xixi."
Zhou Qing just casually talked about this.
"Don't worry, I won't sign with Huayi. When the contract with Sony expires, I'll go to your place."
Liu Yifei gave Zhou Qing a reassurance.
"Of course I'm relieved. I've already told Mr. Wang that I recruited you. Tell him not to worry about it."
Zhou Qing just laughed.
Liu Xiaoli appeared calm on the surface, but she felt a little upset inside.
This matter is really fucked up!
She had originally planned to use this to temporarily stabilize Huayi and help Xixi get the role first.
It seems that this road is now blocked.
After all, Liu Xiaoli had no intention of letting Xixi join Huayi from the beginning.
You know, although Huayi is a large and powerful company with unparalleled influence in the circle, what kind of place is it?
Even if she hadn't reached an agreement with Zhou Qing, she had no intention of having Xixi join Huayi.
From the very beginning, Liu Xiaoli was planning to deceive Huayi.
But now it seems that this method can no longer be used.
"Teacher, happy New Year!"
"Mr. Han, Happy New Year!"
After leaving Liu Yifei, Zhou Qing went to pay New Year's greetings to Tian Zhuangzhuang and Han Sanping respectively.
This is how the day of February 2 ends.
"Director Zhou!"
"Director Zhou!"
Early in the morning on February 2, Hu Jun, Liu Yifei, Zhao Wenzhuo and other main creators of "Painted Skin" gathered at the airport.
Everyone looked extremely excited, as if they were full of energy.
In any case, this is also a way to show off one's presence at the Oscars.
"I never thought that one day I would be able to walk the red carpet at the Oscars."
Mr. Hu was very emotional.
Looking at the entire Chinese entertainment industry, how many actors can have this kind of opportunity?
Those people in the company and his friends in the circle are all envious of Hu Jun.
"We have to thank Director Zhou, otherwise how would we have this opportunity?"
Zhao Wenzhuo just laughed at the side, not hiding his flattery towards Zhou Qing at all.
After all, the drama "Painted Skin" really brought about a drastic change in Zhao Wenzhuo's status.
In the past, he was just a TV drama star.
But since the release of "Painted Skin", he has received a lot of film resources.
That was something Zhao Wenzhuo had never dared to even think about in all these years.
Zhao Wenzhuo was indeed grateful to Zhou Qing from the bottom of his heart.
"Don't be happy too soon. The possibility of "Painted Skin" winning an award is very slim. We will most likely just be runners-up." Zhou Qing restrained himself a lot and looked very calm.
"Painted Skin is so well made, I would say it will definitely win an award!"
Dong Xuan, a senior from Beijing Film Academy, said this in a serious tone.
"That's right. We haven't even set off yet. Why are you booing yourself?"
Liu Yifei also complained beside Zhou Qing.
"Okay, okay, then let's hope that Painted Skin can win the grand prize."
Zhou Qing smiled and changed his tone immediately.
Time passed while they were chatting and laughing, so the group didn't waste any more time and boarded the plane to Los Angeles.
It is worth mentioning that Zhu Yawen is not among them.
It’s not that Zhu Yawen doesn’t want to go to the Oscars, but he is busy filming "Crossing the Guandong".
"Director Zhou Qing and the crew of Painted Skin appeared at the airport, suspected to be heading to Hollywood to attend the Oscars."
"The 79th Academy Awards will open tomorrow. The crew of Painted Skin showed up at the airport in a low-key manner and headed to Los Angeles."
"After 'Hero' in 02, Chinese filmmakers are going to the Oscars again. Can 'Painted Skin' win a trophy?"
The powerful media quickly reported the itinerary of Zhou Qing and his group.
Many people in the circle were envious and jealous.
I envy, hate and envy Zhou Qing, but I envy, hate and envy those actors even more.
Although many people were a little surprised that "Painted Skin" was nominated, considering Zhou Qing's past impressive performance, this doesn't seem too strange.
It’s no surprise that the director, who won the Golden Bear and Golden Lion awards, has such ability.
But what does Hu Jun have?
What does Zhao Wenzhuo have?
What else does Liu Yifei have?
And what about Dong Xuan? What else is there?
These are all TV actors!
Just because of starring in a movie directed by Zhou Qing, he made it directly to the Oscars!
This really makes those movie stars in the circle feel uncomfortable.
Especially those classmates from Beijing Film Academy, the Class of 02 of the Acting Department, and Dong Xuan’s classmates, their feelings were even more complicated.
As classmates or alumni of director Zhou Qing, why weren’t they noticed by Zhou Qing?
Jealousy envy hate ah.
"By the way, Brother Zhuo."
On the plane, the main creators of "Painted Skin" were chatting and laughing.
Zhou Qing suddenly straightened his face and asked Zhao Wenzhuo, who was sitting next to him, a question, "Do you have any schedule recently?"
With just one sentence, the scene became temporarily quiet, and all eyes were fixed on Zhao Wenzhuo.
What does Director Zhou mean?
Are you going to ask Zhao Wenzhuo to act again?
Damn it!
Zhao Wenzhuo is so lucky!
I was just asked by Director Zhou to act in "Painted Skin", and then I was noticed by Director Zhou again.
"Yes, of course! With Director Zhou, I have a schedule anytime."
Zhao Wenzhuo was also cheered up and answered without thinking.
In fact, his agent has been trying to connect him with new film projects recently, and one of them has been almost finalized and he is about to take the role.
But with Director Zhou, everything has to stand aside.
"Director Zhou, is this the movie 'Ip Man'?"
Hu Jun couldn't help but ask from the side.
He was not stupid and guessed the key point immediately.
In fact, at the beginning, Hu Jun had never heard of "Ip Man", and this was also true for many people in the circle.
Although this person is also a martial arts master, his fame is far less.
If it weren’t for the movie “Ip Man”, few people would have heard of it.
However, when Zhou Qing approved the project of this film, many people in the circle made special efforts to learn about it and also knew about the character Ip Man.
Naturally, you know that this is a kung fu movie.
Then of course we have to find a kung fu star to play the role.
Therefore, it was obvious that Director Zhou had invited Zhao Wenzhuo at this moment.
"Yes, Ip Man has been in the works for some time, and it's time to start filming it."
Zhou Qing nodded and admitted it directly.
The script for "Ip Man" has been written for quite some time, but I was busy with "Painted Skin" and had no time to work on it.
Now that "Painted Skin" has been off the screen for more than two months, many people in the industry are asking about "Ip Man".
In addition, the New Year was over, so Zhou Qing planned to release "Ip Man" after returning from the Oscars.
"Thank you Director Zhou for giving me this opportunity. I will definitely act well and will not let you down!"
Zhao Wenzhuo's brows lit up with joy, and he immediately patted his chest excitedly in front of Zhou Qing.
"Director Zhou, Wen Zhuo must be the lead actor in Ip Man. We can't think of him anymore. Are there any other roles that are suitable for us?"
Hu Jun took the opportunity to stare at Zhou Qing with a burning gaze and asked.
They were the first ones to know that Director Zhou was going to film Ip Man, so wouldn't they be the first to get the upper hand?
"I don't plan to shoot this movie myself. Apart from Brother Zhuo, I won't interfere with the casting of other actors."
"If Senior Brother Hu is interested, please follow the updates of my studio."
Zhou Qing gave this answer.
Only then did everyone realize that Zhou Qing was planning to find someone else to shoot "Ip Man".
But even so, everyone's heart was still flickering.
"Lost on Journey" has fully proved to everyone that works written by Director Zhou can also be a hit!
“Is there a role I can play in this movie?”
Liu Yifei and Zhou Qing have a special relationship, so she secretly asked Zhou Qing further questions when no one else was paying attention.
Zhou Qing naturally wouldn't be perfunctory like the others and told Liu Yifei the truth: "This movie is a kung fu movie. The heroine is just a supporting role and a vase. You don't have to act in it."
Liu Yifei understood what was going on and didn't say anything more.
It was already late when we arrived at Oscars, and everyone was very tired after flying for more than ten hours.
I didn’t have anything else in mind, so I went back to the booked hotel early to rest.
"Zhou Qing, guess what I saw?"
During dinner, the main creators got together. Liu Yifei was so excited that she shared it with Zhou Qing.
"Our promotional advertisement for Painted Skin. Painted Skin has already started showing in North America!"
Liu Yifei said to Zhou Qing excitedly.
Zhou Qing was not surprised by this, as Painted Skin was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the Oscars when it was at its peak.
If not now, when?
You have to know that the traffic bonus of the Oscars is still very scary.
Take "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" for example. When it was first released, there were only 16 theaters showing it, and the box office was so pitiful that there is no need to count it.
But what happens after being nominated for an Oscar?
The number of theaters showing the film has increased dramatically to more than 1600, and the North American box office has soared to 7000 million US dollars!
And what about when you actually get the award?
The film was shown in 2207 theaters and grossed $1.3 million in North America.
Almost doubled!
This shows how much the Oscars can add to the box office of a movie.
Of course, there is no chance that Painted Skin will win an award, but such an important nomination as Best Foreign Language Film is already a huge hit.
How could the publisher miss this? (End of this chapter)