Beverly Hills mansion.
"Charles, I didn't expect your steak to be so delicious." Mia Sara said with a smile.
The filming of "Spring is Not a Day for Reading" has been completed and is expected to be officially released in March. After the film was completed, Xiang Nan invited Mia Sara to his home.
Sure enough, he came when called.
After arriving, Xiang Nan personally cooked food for her.
This surprised Mia. She thought that when she arrived, she would be bitten and ravaged by Xiang Nan's birds, and she was already prepared to sacrifice.
After all, it's not easy for a young artist like her to get a good job.
But unexpectedly, after she arrived, Xiang Nan offered to cook for her.
Mia was a little confused and a little nervous, wondering if he had any quirks. The plot of "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" even flashed in my mind.
The murderer in that movie had the habit of killing and eating her own kind, so she was so frightened that she turned pale at one point.
But it turned out that she was completely scaring herself.
Xiang Nan didn't touch her at all, but cooked the steak.
And it tasted surprisingly good, better than any steak Mia had ever eaten.
"Do you have any secrets?" she asked curiously.
"One word: heart." Xiang Nan said with a smile, "Steak can only be cooked with heart."
"So that's it." Mia nodded.
"Actually, I haven't cooked for a long time." Xiang Nan smiled, "I don't want to bother eating alone. I'm very happy to have you with me today."
"Then you can find a companion." Mia suggested.
"It's too difficult." Xiang Nan waved his hand, "Too many women approach me and just want to use me. Instead of being with them, I would rather choose to be alone."
"Then why did you invite me again?" Mia asked curiously.
"Because I feel you are different." Xiang Nan said with a smile, "The first time I saw your photo, I thought you were an innocent, kind, and lovely girl. That's why I decided against all the opinions. You are the heroine.”
"Really, thank you." Mia was very happy to hear what he said.
"I even think you are my muse, because after I see you, inspiration keeps coming to my mind." Xiang Nan said with a smile, "You fill me with the desire to create. I will probably do it again in my next movie." It's up to you."
Mia's eyes suddenly lit up.
She knows that every creator has his or her own muse, such as Picasso's lover Gundam, Francis Bacon's Dale, Dali's wife Gala, Monet's wife Camille, etc.
Because of these artists, these muses can be famous throughout the ages and be immortalized forever.
If she can really become Xiang Nan's muse, it is no exaggeration to say that at least she will be among the first-tier red stars. It is even possible to be famous and go down in history.
Therefore, she felt honored and excited, and she was particularly enthusiastic and proactive in the subsequent intimate contact.
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Xiang Nan has no shortage of women.
With his current status, a lot of women are willing to sacrifice themselves.
But there is still a difference between passive sacrifice and active dedication.
Xiang Nan doesn't like force, after all, forceful melons are not sweet. I don’t like pure trading either, what’s the difference between that and special industries.
So he told a little lie to add a little emotion, a little romance, a little spice to the deal.
However, what he said was not entirely a lie.
He did have a script that would suit Mia Sara.
This can be regarded as compensation for her.
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In mid-January, "Plan A Sequel" starring Jackie Chan was officially launched.
This film is his first major work after his transformation, with a total investment of more than 18 million Hong Kong dollars. Even at the time, it was considered a large cost.
Therefore, Jackie Chan was very worried at one time, fearing that he would cause the company to lose money, so he was very nervous during the filming, and even scolded his co-star Guan Zhilin to tears.
Guan Zhilin also specially reported to Xiang Nan about this, asking Xiang Nan to teach Jackie Chan a lesson and vent his anger on herself.
Although Xiang Nan promised, he didn't tell Jackie Chan.
Because he knows that if a movie is to be shot well, excellence is essential.
Like Wang Jiawei, for a scene of mopping the floor, Liu Jialing had to wipe it twenty-seven times from night to dawn before calling it a day. It is precisely his demanding requirements that made "Days of Wild" a classic.
In fact, it is precisely because of Jackie Chan's pursuit of excellence that the quality of "Plan A Sequel" is guaranteed.
Therefore, although this movie lacks the support of two superstars, Yuen Biao and Sammo Hung, it did not lose to "Plan A" in terms of box office.
In the end, the film earned a record box office of HK$28 million, giving Zhen Kung Fu Pictures a good start. Jackie Chan also proved his box office appeal with this movie.
Since then, he has been a veritable kung fu superstar in the Hong Kong film industry, truly taking over from Xiang Nan.
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"Aaron, well done, you really didn't disappoint me." Xiang Nandu called to congratulate him, "From now on, the Hong Kong film industry will depend on you."
"Mr. Ning, thanks to you for making way for me." Jackie Chan said gratefully.
If Xiang Nan was still filming the "Police Story" series, he knew that he would never be able to get the upper hand.
Because the water in the Xiangjiang film industry is really too shallow to support a few big fish. The rise of one superstar means the fall of another.
Just like in the 1970s, after the rise of Bruce Lee, Wang Yu quickly became popular.
Xiang Nan's "Police Story" series has the same style as his "Plan A Sequel", with passionate police detectives catching gangsters. And Xiang Nan is more risk-taking than him. He doesn't dare to try dangerous moves like leaping from a twenty-story building.
Fortunately, Xiang Nan started filming the "Best Partner" series three years ago and switched to a comedy route. Moreover, there are fewer fighting scenes and more use of computer special effects, which has led to the loss of some fans.
And this group of movie fans who like hardcore action movies turned to like him, which allowed him to successfully take up the role. Otherwise, with Xiang Nan here, he would definitely still be the second child.
"You're welcome. After you make another hit movie and consolidate your position, come to Hollywood to develop. I've already paved the way for you." Xiang Nan said with a smile.
Jackie Chan only entered Hollywood in 1995 with "Red Zone". At that time, he was already forty years old. Although he could still play, it had to be said that his peak period was almost over.
Xiang Nan wants to arrange for him to enter Hollywood early. This will not only be beneficial to his development. And it can also free up a superstar position in the Hong Kong film industry.
After all, as long as Jackie Chan is here, it will be difficult for others to rise to the top.
Hearing what he said, Jackie Chan was even happier.
As an aspiring filmmaker, he naturally wants to become an international superstar. However, he also knows that Hollywood is not easy to deal with.
Xiang Nan was so capable that he was almost kicked out back then. If no one paved the way, given his own strength, he might not be able to get ahead at all.
"Okay, I will definitely." Jackie Chan agreed.
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