Chapter 501: "Changjin Lake" goes international, on Director Zhou's global influence
"Done!"
While Wolf Warrior 2 was sweeping the theaters, all post-production work for The Battle at Lake Changjin was also completed.
Just as Zhou Qing had expected, there were no deviations.
I personally reviewed the finished film and confirmed that there were no problems.
Zhou Qing did not delay and notified Bayi and China Film Group immediately.
Director Liu of Bayi Film Studio and Jiao Hongfen of China Film Group Corporation quickly gathered at Zhouqing Film Company.
Both of them were in high spirits, unable to conceal the anticipation in their eyes.
Director Liu is actually not that bad. His "August 1" is quite special, and "Changjin Lake" is probably his only collaboration with Zhou Qing.
Unless Zhou Qing makes some movies with special themes again.
But Jiao Hongfen really couldn't hold back any longer.
This film "Changjin Lake" is the first collaboration between China Film Group and Zhou Qing since he took office!
It is also a beginning.
Zhou Qing has always maintained a good relationship with China Film Corporation. In fact, this relationship has continued from Han Sanping for two generations, and now it has continued to himself.
Jiao Hongfen believed that he would be able to rely on Zhou Qing's big ship to ride the wind and waves and achieve great things, just like his two predecessors.
A bright future is waving at you!
"Director Zhou."
"Director Jiao, President Liu, please take a seat."
The two sides exchanged brief greetings and then watched a movie.
“Magnificent and majestic, good, very good!”
"Director Zhou is worthy of being the director, as he can make a mainstream film like this."
There was no doubt about the result. The two leaders were so fascinated by the show that they couldn't help but cheer loudly.
It's not flattery or politeness, but admiration from the heart.
"Changjin Lake" was indeed well filmed.
It has all the elements that a main melody should have, but it is not dull or boring at all. It can be said to be exciting from beginning to end.
Even the two professionals, Director Liu and Jiao Hongfen, were fascinated by the show.
Not to mention the ordinary audience.
“I believe that ‘Changjin Lake’ will definitely be able to break 50 billion like ‘The Wandering Earth’!”
Jiao Hongfen also expressed his good wishes.
Director Liu also nodded frequently to show his agreement.
Even if "Changjin Lake" does not reach 50 billion, it should have no problem breaking 40 billion like "Operation Red Sea".
No matter what, this movie is bound to be a huge hit.
Become!
This main theme blockbuster that was initiated by the above-mentioned organizations has been a success.
If nothing goes wrong, the two of them will complete their mission beautifully.
When they thought of this, Director Liu and Jiao Hongfen couldn't help but get excited.
"I heard that Director Zhou directed "Changjin Lake" alone. Only Director Zhou could have completed such a huge production in such a short time, right?"
Director Liu couldn't help but utter such an exclamation.
Unable to suppress the surprise and admiration in his words.
As a senior industry insider, he truly knows the scale of "The Battle at Lake Changjin" is a huge production.
Zhou Qing actually completed it by himself in such a limited time.
It is really amazing that it has maintained such high quality.
If it had been anyone else, it would have been impossible.
I can only say that Director Zhou’s title of the No. 1 director in Chinese entertainment is not for nothing.
Thinking of this, Director Liu couldn't help but think of another question.
I wonder what "Watergate Bridge" directed by Tsui Hark and Lin Chaoxian thinks?
Can it reach the level of "Changjin Lake" directed by Director Zhou?
Even if you can't achieve it, don't fall too far short of it.
Of course, Director Liu could only think about such things in his mind and would never say them out loud.
He chatted cheerfully with Zhou Qing for a while before leaving feeling satisfied.
As for Jiao Hongfen, he stayed in Zhou Qing Pictures for the time being.
Discussed the promotion and marketing issues of "Changjin Lake" with Zhou Qing.
"That guy Wang Changtian got a great bargain."
As Jiao Hongfen spoke, he couldn't help but teasing Wang Changtian.
That’s right, the distributor of “Changjin Lake” had already been decided, and it was China Film Group and Fiber Optic.
In this era, China Film Group is no longer the giant it once was in the market.
It is beyond the capacity of one single publisher to issue the book.
Another more professional issuer must be brought in.
Our old partner Guangxian was naturally the best choice.
Even though Fiber Optic was unable to produce the film this time due to special reasons for "The Battle at Lake Changjin", Zhou Qing still called for its distribution.
Wang Changtian was so happy.
As for overseas distribution?
Well, optical fiber is totally useless, so we can only leave it to China Film Group and Zhou Qing Film Group.
It can even be said that Zhou Qing Pictures is still the main force.
Although China Film has some channels and power overseas, it is still far behind Zhou Qing.
Not to mention that Zhou Qing has been in the Big Three for so many years and has long been well-known in the circle, let’s just say that Zhou Qing also has a famous film and television company in Hollywood.
Even China Film Group Corporation is inferior to it.
Therefore, for overseas distribution, we still have to rely on Zhou Qing.
To put it more bluntly, it's still about selling movies.
In other words, before the official promotion of "Changjin Lake" began, Zhou Qing's main job was to sell the film.
In fact, Zhou Qing and China Film Group had already started this work.
All the familiar film producers have been contacted.
After watching the film at Bayi and China Film, they also came to Zhouqing Film to watch the film one after another.
However, due to the subject matter, international film producers' interest in "Changjin Lake" is obviously not as high as that in "The Martian" and "The Wandering Earth".
But even so, with Zhou Qing's current level, the copyright of "Changjin Lake" was eventually sold for 2500 million US dollars.
It's not as good as "The Martian" and "The Wandering Earth", but it's slightly better than "Operation Red Sea".
“2500 million US dollars, not bad, very good!”
When China Film Group learned the data, they were extremely satisfied.
He reported this to his superiors immediately and they were also very satisfied.
These days, Chinese-language films simply can’t make it beyond the overseas markets, especially those with mainstream themes like “Changjin Lake”.
If a movie can sell for 2500 million, it would be enough to go down in the history of Chinese film industry.
It is worthy of praise at the meeting.
"The overseas copyright of the movie "Changjin Lake" sold for 2500 million US dollars, setting a new record for military war themes!"
Generally speaking, Zhou Qing Pictures does not disclose the copyright sales information.
But "Changjin Lake" is different. How could it be possible to hide something?
China Film Group exposed the relevant data in a very high-profile manner.
It immediately sparked a heated discussion.
To be honest, the figure of 2500 million US dollars is really a bit explosive. You know, this is a mainstream blockbuster.
Not to mention the mainstream blockbusters, even if all the movies in the history of Chinese entertainment film are counted, US$2500 million is an extremely rare and good result.
That kind of extremely top-notch results.
There are simply not many films that can achieve this.
Apart from the films directed by Zhou Qing, there is also Zhang Guoshi's "Hero" twenty years ago.
No other movie has ever sold for such a high price.
The number 2500 million is really worth bragging about.
"Awesome, so awesome! The Battle at Lake Changjin is going to go abroad!"
"It's amazing that a mainstream blockbuster can sell so many movies. Director Zhou is amazing."
“As for cultural output, we still have to look to Director Zhou.”
Such voices can be heard almost everywhere in the circle, and netizens are full of praise.
While making "The Battle at Lake Changjin" highly visible, it also brought fame to director Zhou Qing.
We are not stupid and we all know what is going on.
Even if China Film Corporation did not specifically promote it, everyone can guess that the only reason why "Changjin Lake" sold for 2500 million US dollars was because of the director Zhou Qing.
Zhou Qing is the only big boss in the entire Chinese entertainment industry who has a huge influence around the world.
"Even a movie like 'Changjin Lake' can sell for 2500 million, how much will movies like 'The Martian' sell for?"
Colleagues in the circle thought of this question, and each of them was deeply hurt.
It stabbed my heart so hard that it almost broke.
Even those movies that are more popular in the overseas market only sold 2500 million US dollars, which is equivalent to 1.6 million RMB.
This means that Director Zhou can make a substantial profit before his movie is released, or simply make a huge profit!
Jealousy envy hate ah.
I am so envious and jealous.
But unfortunately, no one else can replicate this kind of thing and can only watch it happen.
In a nutshell, China Film Corporation's announcement of the copyright of "Changjin Lake" was very effective.
It was an effective promotion.
The popularity of "Changjin Lake" was initially hyped up.
Taking advantage of this momentum, Zhou Qing also brought together main creators including Zhu Yawen, Huang Xiaoming, Li Chen and Four-Character Brother.
"Changjin Lake" will be released on September 9. It is already the end of August, and it is time for full promotion!
Unlike other movies, Zhou Qing chose Beijing Film Academy as the first stop for the roadshow of "Changjin Lake".
In this era, colleges and universities have actually become a battleground for major film strategists.
Firstly, college students are the most high-quality potential audience. They have money and time, and can generate a high level of discussion.
Secondly, the cost is relatively low. Colleges and universities generally do not have such high venue fees, and student participation is high.
Thirdly, of course, it is to improve the status and brand image.
All in all, there are a lot of advantages and very few disadvantages.
In addition, Beijing Film Academy had strongly invited Zhou Qing several times, and Zhou Qing, a great director from Beijing Film Academy, did not refuse and agreed.
Anyway, this is a win-win situation for both parties.
"Director Zhou is coming to Beijing Film Academy!"
The news spread throughout the entire Beijing Film Academy in an instant, making all the students in the school excited.
Even many students who have already graduated returned to Beijing Film Academy as soon as possible.
Just for a chance to meet Director Zhou.
Beijing Film Academy dispatched a large number of security guards to maintain order, otherwise Zhou Qing and his team would be surrounded the moment they appeared.
It's not an exaggeration.
Zhou Qing is now the top star of Beijing Film Academy!
Even Master Zhang has to rank behind.
"Director Zhou, welcome home!"
The dean personally led a group of school leaders to greet Zhou Qing and others, and their attitude was very polite and enthusiastic.
"Dean, you are too polite. Just call me Zhou Qing."
Zhou Qing stepped forward and shook hands with the dean, with a warm smile on his face, humble and polite.
"Dean!"
Zhu Yawen, Huang Xiaoming and others around him also stepped forward to greet the school leaders of Beijing Film Academy.
Speaking of the movie "Changjin Lake", it still bears the heavy imprint of Beijing Film Academy.
Needless to say, the director is a famous director from Beijing Film Academy. The absolute leading actor Zhu Yawen and the important supporting actor Huang Xiaoming are also big stars from Beijing Film Academy.
The lineup of Beijing Film Academy is still very eye-catching.
This is also an important reason why Beijing Film Academy strongly invited Zhou Qing to return to Beijing Film Academy for road performances.
After some prelude, Zhou Qing and other main creators came to the auditorium of Beijing Film Academy.
Looking around, the auditorium that could accommodate thousands of people was already full, and there were even some students standing in the corridor at the back.
The enthusiasm was so full that it was about to overflow.
"Director Zhou, you are a graduate of Beijing Film Academy. Say hello to your classmates there."
Following the host's words, the microphone was handed over. Zhou Qing took the microphone with a smile and stood up.
"Hello, students from Beijing Film Academy. I am Zhou Qing."
It was just such a simple sentence, but it immediately aroused an extremely enthusiastic response from the audience.
"Hello, Director Zhou!"
Thousands of people at the scene almost all shouted out this sentence, and it merged into one, which was so deafening.
"I studied acting as an undergraduate at Beijing Film Academy and directing as a graduate student. I have spent seven years here. This is my second home."
"I still remember the first movie I shot at Beijing Film Academy, 127 Hours. My class teacher at the time was Mr. Wang Jinsong..."
In front of a group of students from Beijing Film Academy, Zhou Qing began to talk and recall his past relationship with Beijing Film Academy.
The effect was amazing, and it instantly brought Zhou Qing closer to the students of Beijing Film Academy.
This includes Zhu Yawen and Huang Xiaoming, both of whom are also famous alumni of Beijing Film Academy.
The three of them chatted with each other, which aroused the enthusiasm of everyone present.
The strategy of this roadshow is obvious: it plays the emotional card.
It's a bit cliche, but it really works.
This is a movie made by Beijing Film Academy’s own directors and actors. Do you want to watch it?
If the two movies are similar in all aspects, most people will definitely be more inclined to choose "Beijing Film Academy Movie".
This is the power of emotion.
What's more, the films directed by Zhou Qing are recognized in the industry as of high quality and are trustworthy.
So considering all these circumstances, the roadshow of "Changjin Lake" at Beijing Film Academy can be said to be a huge success and completely exceeded expectations.
"The Battle at Lake Changjin, a special edition of the Beijing Film Academy circuit show. Senior Zhou Qing is back with his new film!"
"The first stop of the roadshow of "Changjin Lake" in Beijing was chosen as Beijing Film Academy. Three alumni, Zhou Qing, Zhu Yawen and Huang Xiaoming, reminisced about the teacher-student relationship."
Related reports quickly leaked out and the attention of all parties in the circle was quickly attracted.
Coupled with the efforts of China Film Group and Fiber Optics, as well as the extraordinary attention received by "The Battle at Lake Changjin" itself.
There's no need to mention how popular it was, it was so hot.
This made "Changjin Lake" the most eye-catching movie in the entire National Day holiday, without a doubt. (End of this chapter)