No matter how popular "A Better Tomorrow" is, it will always be a thing of the past for Li Yi.
Of course, the craze for gangster movies and brotherly loyalty brought about by "A Better Tomorrow" has not yet dissipated.
A series of videos with related themes suddenly sprung up like mushrooms after a rain.
This can be said to be too normal.
Maybe everyone knows that those are bad movies that follow the trend and are popular, but the flavor of old Hong Kong movies brought by "A Better Tomorrow" is endlessly memorable, and even though people know that they are shoddy, they still can't bear it. I can’t help but want to see it!
However, something interesting happened during this time.
A film co-produced by Bangzi and Mainland China is released in China. What about the box office?
It sucks!
The movie’s box office revenue is worth over 10 million!
Twenty years ago, this box office was considered good, but in this era, the domestic market has box office in the hundreds of millions, and a movie like this is really a hit at the box office.
Logically speaking, how can a movie that flopped at the box office be called something interesting?
This starts with the subject matter of this movie.
This movie is said to be a co-production, but in fact it is just a side project.
To put it bluntly, it is still a great movie. However, the box office failure is really not because the movie is bad.
Li Yi also went to see this movie with his wife. Generally speaking, this is a pretty good movie.
The reason why the box office is not good is really not because of the quality of the movie, but because this movie has been released in Renbangzi for almost half a year.
As we all know, although piracy seems to have been severely suppressed these days, in fact, it is just like that.
Not to mention a foreign movie.
Therefore, it is conceivable that the movie already has high-definition resources on the Internet, so how much better can the box office be?
Put it this way, a box office of over 10 million is actually not low.
But this is still not the reason why this movie is attracting attention, but because there is a ghost in this movie!
Yes, literally!
There is Ah Piao! There is a GUI!
As we all know, domestic movies in recent years can be said to be of this type, unless they are movies based on fairy tales and classics like those made by Li Yi. Most of the time, such movies do not even think about censorship, let alone censorship. It's released.
So this is why this movie, although it didn't do well at the box office, attracted the attention of many people.
Li Yi was also curious, why?
"Why do you think it is?" Mu Qing asked.
Li Yi touched his chin and said, "Maybe it's because this movie is a co-production?"
Mu Qing shook her head and said, "I don't think so!"
"Then why do you think it is? The background behind it is very impressive?" Li Yi asked.
"Do you think the policy has become looser?" Mu Qing guessed.
"How is this possible? Do you think it is possible? This is the red line, right?" Li Yi rolled his eyes.
As for saying that the background is awesome, that’s pure nonsense!
However, Li Yi also started to think about it. After all, for Li Yi, he had tried all kinds of movies, but he had never tried this kind of movie in China.
Like "A Chinese Ghost Story" actually doesn't count!
Because "A Chinese Ghost Story" is always a costume film.
How interesting is it to shoot the modern version of A Piao?
So what's the problem?
Just ask if you don't understand, and Li Yi calls Zhao Guangming immediately.
"You're also here to ask about "My Brother", right?" Zhao Guangming asked as soon as he received the call.
On the contrary, it made Li Yi a little confused. What's going on? Can this person read minds?
"Why do so many people ask recently?" Li Yi asked with a smile.
"Isn't it? I'm almost bored to death. I don't think about how to make a good movie or tell a story seriously. I think about these crooked things every day!" Zhao Guangming said angrily.
Li Yi always felt that the other party was looking after him, but Li Yi didn't care.
"Ahem, what's going on?" Li Yi asked curiously.
"Hey, actually this was an accident!" Zhao Guangming's answer made Li Yi even more puzzled.
"Accident?" Li Yi looked stunned.
"What kind of accidental method? Can this thing be an accident?" Li Yi didn't believe even a single punctuation mark.
It was an accident. If it was really an accident, what would happen after it was released? Why don't you just get off?
"Well, it can be said that it was indeed an accident at the beginning. This movie is said to be a co-production, but in fact it counts, because it has investment from domestic film and television companies. The filming was indeed shot in our country, and as for the actors, there are also domestic The participation of actors was only marginal, because although the actors were of Chinese nationality, they made their debut there.
The reason why this movie is said to be an accident is because when I first saw the supernatural elements in it, I was immediately killed!
Then, there was a Sino-Korean cultural exchange meeting not long ago. In fact, in the early years of this exchange meeting, there was indeed no lack of exchanges. However, due to various reasons, this exchange meeting actually existed in name only.
But this time, the person on the opposite side has a higher status and level, so based on the principle of reciprocity, we also have a similar leader here.
Then it was quite embarrassing, because there really wasn’t much communication in the past few years, and it even dates back to several years ago. "
Zhao Guangming said.
Li Yi couldn't help but smile a little. In fact, in the early years, when the domestic market had not yet developed, many cultural exchange meetings were held, which indeed promoted the domestic cultural and entertainment industry to a certain extent.
However, with the growth of the domestic market, the size of the domestic market will naturally make it look down on the market of Xiaokarami over there in Bangzi.
For this reason, exchange meetings are naturally not taken seriously.
The relationship between the two parties also fell into a freezing point due to some well-known reasons, and it has only improved in the past two years.
At this cultural exchange meeting, the relatively heavyweight people sent from the opposite side to lead the team obviously had ideas. After all, who is not greedy for the domestic market?
Then Li Yi could imagine that the scene must be extremely embarrassing. An exchange meeting, an exchange meeting, you have to have something to exchange to be considered an exchange meeting, right?
In the past, there were exchanges between singers from both sides, film and television works, etc., but in recent years, domestic stars are really not that popular.
After all, you are famous in Bangzi, so you are embarrassed to say that you are an international superstar, and no one will recognize you.
In terms of quality, Europe and Hollywood are better, right?
Therefore, regardless of whether it is a stick or an island country, in fact, the exchanges in the so-called cultural industry over the years have almost become just names.
But since the exchange meeting is going to be held, there must be something, right?
So, the film "My Brother" surfaced. After all, at the moment, you can't find any other so-called "exchange" cultural projects.
Although this "My Brother" is a film with supernatural elements, the core is brotherly love.
Therefore, when it was brought up at the exchange meeting, even though it was a bit over the line, I had no choice but to turn a blind eye.
So there was a follow-up.
After hearing Zhao Guangming's explanation, Li Yi shook his head and laughed.
However, not to mention, at present, the director who has the most frequent exchanges with Bangzi is none other than Li Yi.
Because the adaptation rights for many of his movies have been sold to Bangzi, and Bangzi has made quite a few remakes, which have done quite well at the box office in their home country.
Of course Li Yi knew the reason. After all, many of his movies were from another world called Bangzi.
"Actually, it is estimated that the exchange meetings will continue to increase next year. If you have ideas, you can prepare in advance." Zhao Guangming said suddenly.
"You mean co-production?" Li Yi asked.
"Well, if you are willing to make a co-production with others, then they will definitely not be able to take the lead. In fact, the country also needs a business card to the outside world. The host and guest of the exchange meeting have actually changed positions a long time ago. Do you understand?" Zhao Guangmingruo It's authentic.
Of course Li Yi understood. Don't look at the stick as small in the past, but in the entertainment industry, they are indeed much more professional than those in China.
In fact, Bangzi's movies have never been weak, and some of them have won Oscars. In recent years, Bangzi has become more and more interested in exploring the dark side of society. Therefore, in terms of awards, if it weren't for a monster like Li Yi, even The Bangzi side is much stronger than the domestic one.
Of course, despite this, the stick now needs the domestic market, and the country really doesn't like the little mosquito legs of the stick.
So it is natural for the host and the guest to change positions.
In other words, if a co-production film is directed by a major international director like Li Yi, then the one who will be closely involved will be Bangzi.
In this case, the leadership must be in Li Yi's hands, and even Bangzi's side must be eager to do so.
In fact, the Bangzi market is quite closed. The closed market here refers to domestic Chinese-language films.
"What if it crosses the line?" Li Yi asked.
"No, you directors, why do you always think about these things? Can't you make a good movie without this?" Zhao Guangming said angrily.
"You also said, do you think I can take a look at the market over there at Bangzi?" Li Yi asked back.
"Why would I do something like this if I didn't get a little preferential treatment?"
"Forget it, let me make it clear, this thing is mainly about the core of the movie! If you want to make a horror movie, I advise you to give up. It is absolutely not allowed!" Zhao Guangming said.
"You mean the core is correct, so it's okay to have elements that cross the line, right?" Li Yi asked with a smile.
"This is what you said, I didn't say anything!" Zhao Guangming said in an official tone.
Of course Li Yi understood.
Zhao Guangming will definitely not say anything. This kind of thing can only be understood but cannot be expressed in words.
"That's not right, Director Zhao, has someone already said hello to you? Who am I?" Li Yi suddenly came back to his senses and asked.
Li Yizhen has a good reputation among domestic directors, especially those who like to flaunt "art" and will never let go of such an opportunity.
Moreover, the fact is that the more something is missing, the more the audience wants to see it!
And this represents the market!
What happened to art films? As long as there are elements that the audience likes, you can still make money!
Therefore, Li Yi was sure that he was definitely not the only one.
"Ahem, why do you care so much? How can they compare to you?" Zhao Guangming said angrily.
"Okay, but, actually, as you know, I just filmed two movies in a row, and I'm really out of ideas, so I'm actually just asking, out of pure curiosity!" Li Yi suddenly said.
Zhao Guangming was almost angry to death!
You are so damn curious, you have no idea, why are you talking so much about knitting?
If it weren't for Li Yi's special status and high status, Zhao Guangming would probably be thinking of how to put on some shoes for him at this time.
He wasted so much saliva, but Li Yi actually told him that I was just eating melon.
It’s simply intolerable to my uncle, but intolerable to my aunt!
Li Yi is really gossiping, he really has no idea!
He really didn't pay much attention to the little Karami in the Bangzi Market.
Isn’t North American Hollywood great? Aren’t European film festivals great?
In tune with Bangzi? is it necessary?
But Zhao Guangming may have really been angered by Li Yi this time.
"You have no idea, why are you talking to me so much? No, you have to have an idea even if you don't have an idea!" Zhao Guangming said angrily.
"No, is this thing still forced? The production team's donkeys are not as busy as me, right? I can't even eat melons?" Li Yi laughed.
"Anyway, I will report it to you. The exchange meeting made a joke this year. There must be a heavyweight project next year. You have to have ideas, understand?" Zhao Guangming acted rogue!
"Next year is still early, how about we wait until next year?" Li Yi said with a smile.
"Next year? Next year the day lilies are all cold. No, you must be counted. You must produce a work at the exchange meeting next year. Otherwise, you will never come to me again!" Zhao Guangming said angrily.
If Li Yi hadn't made the call, Zhao Guangming wouldn't have been able to say this.
After all, there are many people who are eyeing the gaps in this exchange meeting, but it is a pity that how can those of them compare with a heavyweight director like Li Yi?
The film group that Zhao Guangming works for is also under the culture-related department.
And the exchange meeting will continue to be upgraded next year, so if there is no heavyweight director or project that can succeed, wouldn't that be a slap in the face of the leader?
Of course, this is also because Li Yi has a good relationship with him, otherwise he wouldn't have said this.
"Director Zhao, this twisted melon isn't sweet!" Li Yi said sincerely.
"But it quenches thirst!" Zhao Guangming said tit for tat!
"Let me think about it, I shouldn't have made this call!" Li Yi said helplessly.
"You, just think of it as doing me a favor! That's it!" Zhao Guangming said seriously.
"Okay! I'll think about it, but I really can't guarantee it. As you know, inspiration never knows when it will come!"
After hanging up the phone.
Mu Qing finally couldn't help but laugh.
"Did something happen to me while eating melon?" Mu Qing said rather gloatingly.
"You have to give Lao Zhao some face, and I should too. Why did you call him when you said you were fine?" Li Yi really felt like he was shooting himself in the foot.
He couldn't come up with a script for a while!
(End of chapter)
