Chapter 240 Nothing to worry about
Chapter 240 Nothing to worry about
Wu Yusen! Mainland China, Taiwan and Hong Kong! Big production!
Well, after listening to Han Sanping’s introduction, Wang Hao was almost certain that the project the other party was talking about must be the "Red Cliff" that became popular because of the line "Meng Meng, stand up!"
But Wang Hao remembered that this movie should have started shooting in April this year, so why is it still in the preparation stage now?
Perhaps my behavior produced a butterfly effect, causing the project to be delayed.
Wang Hao didn't care about it.
As for the movie "Red Cliff", what can I say?
Wang Hao actually doesn’t think that the directors from Hong Kong can do a good job in filming the grand historical theme of "The Three Kingdoms".
Perhaps it is because the humanities, history, and social environment of the two places are so different that the directors in Hong Kong are completely unable to understand the narrative logic of the story of the ups and downs of characters against the bleak background of Chinese history.
When they shoot mainland films, especially historical films, they can only tell stories with their narrow humanistic vision and the narrative mode and techniques of Hong Kong films.
This results in good historical films often being made into gangster films like "Young and Dangerous" and "The Warlords".
And those great figures in history and their heroic deeds often become melee fights between street thugs.
For example, Wang Hao had heard a rumor in his previous life that the screenwriter of the movie "Red Cliff" Wu Yusen initially looked for Teacher Lu Wei, the screenwriter of "Farewell My Concubine".
As a result, when Lu Wei asked John Woo what the core theme of the Battle of Red Cliff was, John Woo said two words: peace.
reed:………
Wang Hao: ………
From this point of view, the failure of "Red Cliff" seems to be a matter of course.
Of course, although this movie can be considered a loss-making movie, it was still the annual box office champion in 08.
After all, there are not many real blockbusters in the current Chinese entertainment industry, and audiences have few choices when they go to the cinema. This is the only one that stands out among the short ones.
But Wang Hao still wanted to kindly remind Han Sanping. After all, Uncle Han was now his backer in the Huaying Group. Even if the failure of "Red Cliff" would not affect Han Sanping, it would not be good to cause a disturbance.
"Uncle Han, this movie has invited a big director and big stars, so the cost will probably be quite high, right?"
Han Sanping was a smart man, and of course he heard the subtext in his words.
However, as the current helmsman of Huaying Group, and with the successive success of Huaying Group's blockbuster projects in recent years, Han Sanping has gradually accumulated some pride.
Especially since the people who were trying to persuade him were his own children or nephews, he took it even less seriously.
"It's okay. Chengtian doesn't plan to run this project with just a few of us. They might even introduce some capital from Japan and South Korea. There will definitely be enough money."
Wang Hao looked at Han Sanping who was full of high spirits and knew that he could not persuade him, so he did not say anything more.
However, Han Sanping did not want to let him go. The reason he mentioned "Red Cliff" was that he wanted to use this project to stimulate Wang Hao.
"This movie might be released next year, and by then there will also be CJ7, directed by Stephen Chow, and The Forbidden Kingdom, which is invested by Huayi and stars Cheng Long and Li Lianjie.
These are all blockbusters. I'm afraid your company's three ordinary movies can't compete with these movies, right?"
“Hahaha, Uncle Han, why should I compete with them?”
Wang Hao laughed, then looked at Han Sanping and said:
“Not to mention that the three films from our company may not necessarily be released at the same time as these films.
Even in the same period, except for "Raging Fire" and the spy action movie co-produced with South Korea, which mainly targeted the domestic market, "Taken" is a Hollywood movie, and its main target is the overseas market. Just for this reason, "Red Cliff" and other movies are not in the same league as us."
Seeing that Han Sanping was about to speak, Wang Hao continued:
"Besides, it's impossible for every movie in the movie universe to be a blockbuster, there have to be various solo movies and spin-off movies.
In addition, we have also taken into consideration that next year is 08, and the biggest entertainment event in China is the Olympic Games in Beijing.
Even if this attracts the attention of the whole country, blockbuster movies may not necessarily benefit from it.
As for the blockbusters of the Galaxy Cinematic Universe, after these three movies are released, the first phase of "The Three-Body Problem" will be considered to have come to an end.
Uncle Han, do you still remember the post-credits scene in "Source Code"?
The appearance of the Wolf Fang special forces team represented by Wu Jing at the end leads to the final movie of the first phase of The Three-Body Problem, which should also be a science fiction blockbuster that you, Huaying, like.”
Wang Hao's words successfully aroused Han Sanping's interest.
"A science fiction blockbuster! How big is the scene?"
Wang Hao smiled slightly.
“Armed helicopters, combat exoskeletons, and all kinds of ultra-modern sci-fi weapons.
Of course, the most important thing is that all the good and bad characters that appeared in the first phase of the "Three-Body" series will gather in this movie and have a head-on confrontation.
It can be said that in this movie, the concept of 'movie universe' truly demonstrates its uniqueness."
When Han Sanping heard what Wang Hao said, he couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.
However, no matter how he asked, Wang Hao did not reveal any more information about the movie.
Of course, even so, Han Sanping booked a 15% investment share of the film from Wang Hao on the spot.
It’s not that he doesn’t want more, but Wang Hao is only willing to give up such a large share of the investment.
After all, there are many film and television companies that want to invest in his movies, so he has to set aside some shares for others.
After chatting with Han Sanping, Wang Hao said goodbye and left to keep another appointment.
The ones who invited him this time were the two brothers Wang and Wang Xiao from Huayi who were also staying in Shangjing.
"Brother Wang, this is really something. I just came out from Mr. Han Sanye's place, and you two keep calling me!"
After entering the door, Wang Hao first greeted the Wang brothers.
The two brothers were also extremely enthusiastic and quickly stood up and asked him to sit down.
"Oh, Brother Wang, you are a very busy man. If my brother and I hadn't called you, I'm afraid we might not be able to make an appointment with you in the next few days."
The three of them laughed, and after they sat down, without them having to say hello, three young and beautiful girls came in carrying wine vessels.
Wang Hao recognized the three girls at a glance.
Che Xiao, Ady An and Huo Siyan.
Wow, these two brothers from the Wang family are planning to use the beauty trap today!
(End of this chapter)