The atmosphere at the celebration party reached its peak when Xiang Huaqiang and his wife, together with the creative team of "Taken", smashed an ice sculpture representing a box office of 100 million.
Whether it was sincere or pretending, everyone applauded.
The first film in Hong Kong to have a box office of over RMB 100 million in the city.
This record probably won't be broken for a long time.
wrong!
It shouldn't take long, because Xiang Huaqiang announced in front of everyone that the second part of "Hurricane Rescue" will start filming next year, and it is also expected to be released during the National Day.
Although everyone knew that Yongsheng would continue to work on this theme, when they heard Xiang Huaqiang say it himself, some people couldn't help but have their thoughts.
They want to win over Zhang Chu, but it is impossible for the time being.
However, we can still cooperate!
The first part of "Hurricane Rescue" was a huge success, and Yongsheng will definitely increase investment in the second part. As long as you participate, you can also get a share of the pie.
Yongsheng does not need help from others to share investment risks?
Do not be silly!
This circle cannot last long if it only eats alone.
Just look at Shaw Brothers.
When Shaw Brothers, once the leader of the Hong Kong film industry, was at its peak, other film companies in Hong Kong basically had no way to survive. Many film companies ended up hastily after just one movie.
Because at that time, Xiangjiang's cinema chain resources were basically in the hands of Shao Laoliu, and the remaining sporadic cinemas also relied on Shaw Brothers' productions to support themselves.
It was not until Zou Wenhuai established Golden Harvest that this situation was broken, focusing on Southeast Asian ticket warehouses, and then blooming outside the wall and fragrant inside the wall, uniting with many retail investors operating movie theaters, and finally established Golden Harvest Cinema Line, breaking the monopoly of Shaw Brothers in one fell swoop.
In the end, Shaw Brothers was forced to stop production.
Therefore, one cannot be too greedy.
Xiang Huaqiang also understands this truth. If he wants to survive and maintain a certain degree of competitiveness, he must have more friends and fewer enemies.
All you have to do now is wait for others to come to your door, and then how to get more benefits.
After the celebration banquet, Zhang Chu returned to the hotel.
He has never been a gentleman. He loves wine, beautiful women, and money, but he can also control his desires.
When you get something, you will definitely pay accordingly.
Why are so many female stars like moths drawn to a flame, wanting to have something happen with him?
I really thought he was handsome!
The heroine of the second part of "Taken" is their goal.
After being favored by Zhang Chu a few times, I was able to participate in such a big production and gain some international fame.
No loss whatsoever.
If Zhang Chu only thinks about problems with his lower body, how can he still put on his pants and refuse to admit it when he gets stuck?
so!
People still have to learn to refuse temptation in order to save themselves a lot of trouble.
"Where are you?"
Zhang Ziyi had been waiting in the hotel for a long time and finally couldn't help but call Zhang Chu.
At this moment, Zhang Chu is reading the script in the hotel room, the second story of "Hurricane Rescue".
"I don't like waiting for people."
Zhang Chu smiled: "I don't like being used by others either."
"What do you mean?"
Zhang Ziyi's voice suddenly rose.
"Are you sure there are things you can only get through exchange?"
Well?
"I don't like guessing either!"
Zhang Chu put the script aside: "I will talk to Chen Lan about the character, and you can talk about the rest."
I haven't read the script yet, but Zhang Ziyi is indeed very suitable for the heroine's image.
"Will you help me?"
Zhang Ziyi's tone immediately improved a lot.
It's really realistic enough.
"It's not about helping or not. I will choose you only if you are suitable. If not, I will choose someone else."
Just as he was talking, Xiao Ma came over and shook his phone at Zhang Chu.
"I still have something to do, so I'll hang up now and wait for the call!"
After saying that, he ignored what Zhang Ziyi was saying and hung up the phone.
"It's Sister Hua. I can't get through to you."
Zhang Chu took the phone: "Hey, Sister Hua!"
"You must be very popular today!"
Fan Bingbing?
She is the heroine of "The Rescue", but because she was filming in the Mainland, she couldn't make it here today. During the entire promotion process, she only attended the premiere in the Mainland.
This girl is really getting busier and busier.
"It's not bad! If you can come, you can also shine."
"Who cares?"
She said she was not surprised, but she couldn't help but feel sour in her heart. She was a person who liked to be in the limelight. If she missed such an opportunity, she probably wouldn't be able to sleep tonight.
After chatting for a few words, Wang Jinghua took the phone away.
"There is something that you will be happy to hear!"
"Okay! I told you to make me happy!"
Zhang Chu got up and walked to the balcony, lit a cigarette, and looked at the bright neon lights of Xiangjiang River.
"Owen Turner will arrive in Xiangjiang tomorrow!"
Hearing this name again, Zhang Chu was still deeply impressed.
In two lifetimes, even as a former Shangguan, Zhang Chu had never had such a frustrating experience.
They said they were cooperating, but they treated him like a beggar, randomly giving away scraps and asking him to be grateful.
What object!
If it weren't for the old Baimao's age, Zhang Chu would have punished him severely at that time, fearing that he would be killed by a slap in the face.
"oh!"
That's the reaction.
"Your opportunity has come, what? You're not happy."
Zhang Chu sneered and said: "No! I was just thinking about how to entertain that old bastard when the time comes."
"I have a flight tonight and will be there tomorrow morning."
It was not just Zhang Chu who was made angry last time, but also Wang Jinghua.
If Zhang Chu chose to settle the matter in order to enter Hollywood, Wang Jinghua would naturally not have any objections, but since Zhang Chu had no intention of letting the other party off lightly, how could such a happy thing be without her.
"What are you going to do?"
"I haven't thought about it yet, but it seems that there is no need to prepare anything specially for him. Sister Hua, last time we went to Warner, how long did that old bastard keep us waiting?"
"Two hours."
"Then... double the service!"
Wang Jinghua smiled when he heard this: "That's good. If he doesn't come up with something real this time, he won't get anything."
What is Owen Turner doing in Xiangjiang?
The purpose is obvious, it is for Zhang Chu.
In the past, Zhang Chu did not have the transcript that Hollywood wanted, so naturally he would not care about his small role.
But it's different now.
"Taken", a film produced by Xiangjiang, has now achieved a box office of over 100 million in North America. The market estimates that by the time it is released, it will have a box office figure of at least 150 million.
Although it is not as good as "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" produced by Warner this year, it is expected to enter the top ten of this year's North American movie box office rankings.
The most important thing is that this is a purely external film, and it is also produced with a small budget.
The production cost of 70 million Hong Kong dollars is considered a big production in Hong Kong, but in Hollywood it can only be regarded as a small cost.
With an investment of less than 10 million US dollars, the global box office is estimated to be 300 million US dollars.
The terrifying net profits have made even the big Hollywood companies restless.
Owen Turner is not the first. Many people are now trying to contact Zhang Chu. Unfortunately, there is too little information about him.
The next day, not long after Zhang Chugang arrived at the set of "Infernal Affairs", Wang Jinghua arrived with a translator.
What Zhang Chu didn't expect was that the translator was also the same one who went to Warner Bros. with him.
"Owen Turner just contacted me and he will be here soon."
After saying that, Wang Jinghua rubbed her hands subconsciously. It could be seen that she was very excited at the moment.
Of course, she was excited not because she thought there was a chance for revenge, but because Zhang Chu was expected to enter Hollywood.
Whether you want to admit it or not, Hollywood in the United States does represent the highest level of world cinema, and that vanity fair will always be the place that filmmakers around the world yearn for.
Therefore, last time Wang Jinghua accompanied Zhang Chu to Warner Bros., no matter how angry he was, he could only wait patiently for Owen Turner's summons.
Just to get a chance.
It's a pity that Turner's attitude angered Zhang Chu first, and the opportunity naturally fell through.
I thought I would have to wait a long time to feel proud.
Wang Jinghua never expected that this day would come so quickly. In just over a year, the situation would have changed.
Now it is not that they are begging Hollywood investors for a chance, but that the heads of major Hollywood companies are coming to Xiangjiang in person in order to get Zhang Chu to nod to cooperate with them.
Hollywood is so realistic.
When Zhang Chu has no data, anyone can look down on him.
But once he is proven to be successful in North America, people will immediately put down their dignity and come to invite him.
Cheng Long was like this at the beginning, and so was Li Lianjie. However, before they were recognized by Hollywood, they first put down their self-esteem, while Zhang Chu directly omitted that process.
"Sister Hua, has Yongsheng contacted you?"
Wang Jinghua nodded. Compared with Hollywood, which still doesn't know what the outcome will be, "Hurricane Rescue" is Zhang Chu's basic plan. There can be no mistakes in this series of movies.
"what are you thinking?"
"After the filming of "Infernal Affairs" is completed, I am going to take a break before the New Year. If you have anything to do, we will talk about it after the New Year. Do you have any other arrangements?"
There is only one sequel to "Taken" scheduled for next year, and Owen Turner's intentions cannot be determined until they meet in person.
"Let's wait until we meet Turner!"
Wang Jinghua now has several scripts in his hands, including movies and TV series. However, TV series are basically not considered. Film invitations have to wait for Turner to express his intention.
If the other party is really seeking cooperation, you should also check their sincerity.
Although Zhang Chu is not yet qualified to be a major cast member in an A-level production, he is already qualified to be the leading actor in a B-level production.
Just as he was thinking about it, Wang Jinghua's cell phone rang. He glanced at the note and handed the phone to the translator.
"Sister Hua, Turner has arrived nearby. He wants to arrange a place to meet. He also said... he hopes to meet... Zhang Chu as soon as possible!"
hehe!
Wang Jinghua smiled, Zhang Chu also laughed, and even Xiao Ma on the side also laughed.
Aren't you just waiting to repay the aggrievedness you suffered last time today?
