Chapter 96 finally here
"But some people say that Zongheng Pictures will become a giant in the Xiangjiang film industry and surpass Jiahe Pictures. I wonder what your personal opinions are on this?"
"Haha. Those who can say these words probably don't understand the strength of our Jiahe. Our Jiahe Film Company has today's status in the film industry in Xiangjiang. It has been obtained through our wonderful and exciting movies, which has been tested by time and facts."
"As for what you said to be better than Jiahe Pictures, I am a filmmaker. If there is a company that is better than Jiahe Pictures, I will be happy. However, if you want to do this, it is not something that can be achieved by one or two movies. In the development of the Xiangjiang film industry, countless companies have shined, but today, why are there only a few left? This is also a question worth thinking about."
Well, the meaning expressed in Zou Huaiwen's words is probably something that everyone can understand. His sarcasm was a flash in the pan and it will not last long.
"Mr. Zou, as far as I know, director Wu Yusen, the director of "The True Heroes", was originally a contracted director of Jiahe. Is it because Jiahe Pictures was jealous of talent and ability that he chose to change jobs with Jiahe and joined Zongheng Pictures to shoot such a top-notch film? Do you regret missing this talent?"
"My friend of journalist, let me declare one thing first. The reason why we ended the cooperative relationship with Director Wu Yusen is definitely not as speculated by the outside world. In fact, when Director Wu Johnny Wu was working, he filmed a movie "Heroes Without Tears", but an accident occurred during the filming. Because the crew used real guns and ammunition for convenience, an actor was shot in the thigh. As a director, no matter how talented he is, he was so irresponsible during filming and ignoring the safety of the personnel. Therefore, our Jiahe Company fired him."
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"Mr. Shao Yifu, what do you think about the box office sales of "The True Heroes" at Zongheng Pictures and will soon break the historical box office record in Xiangjiang?"
"Haha, of course it's a good thing. I'm very happy for him that the movies filmed by Axuan Company are welcomed by everyone. Moreover, "The True Heroes" was released on Shaw Brothers Theater. It can break the box office record in the Hong Kong River. It also has a credit from Shaw Brothers Theater."
"Then you have the feeling that the films filmed by Zongheng Pictures, such as "Happy Ghost", "Frog Prince" and "Heroic Reality" have been sold at Shaw Brothers Theater. However, Shaw Brothers was once the pride of the Hong Kong film industry, but the movies filmed are now being released at Shaw Brothers Theater but the box office is not good."
"There is no undefeated dynasty in the world. It has been 60 years since I came into contact with movies in 1924. During this period, Shaw Brothers was once glorious and made great contributions to Hong Kong's film industry, which is enough. I feel very pleased that Xuanzai's film department will sell the top spot."
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Time flies. In a blink of an eye, the movie "The True Heroes" has been released on Shaw Brothers Theater for three weeks. It won 13 million box office in the second week. In the third week, it has only so many people in Hong Kong, and the film's potential has exhausted. The box office fell sharply in the third week, with only about 10 million Hong Kong dollars.
However, despite this, the cumulative box office of the film reached more than 35 million in three weeks of release, breaking the box office record of Hong Kong and surpassing the box office record of "Best Partner" of Xinyi City, which is about 8 million Hong Kong dollars higher than it.
When Zongheng Pictures announced the news, everyone in Xiangjiang was in sensation, especially those engaged in the film industry. The film reached 35 million in three weeks after it was released. Then, after the film was painted, the box office of more than 40 million was not a sure thing.
Forty million, you should know that the box office record holder of Hong Kong's movie box office is only more than HK$26 million. "The True Character of Heroes" will not only break its record, but will also increase the record by at least HK$13 million in the near future.
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"Mr. Mo, Mr. Shao Yifu sent someone to come and said that there are many Taiwan Island, Aomen and film companies from Southeast Asian countries have sent people to discuss the issue of foreign distribution with him. He wants to ask for your opinions." Fan Chengyi asked Mo Xuan respectfully.
"Oh? Yes. Tell Uncle Six, just do as he wants. But tell Uncle Six that "Hero's True Love" will definitely be popular in the markets of Taiwan and Nanyang. It is recommended that he prioritizes contact with film producers in these two places. As for the share, do as they did before. As for other places, don't worry." Mo Xuan thought for a while and said to Fan Chengyi. According to his memories of his previous life, "Hero's True Love" was released in Taiwan and Nanyang, and even broke the box office records in many places, but it also performed poorly in some places, such as Japan.
"Okay, Mr. Mo, I'll go to find Mr. Shao Yifu in person right away." Fan Chengyi nodded and agreed.
"By the way, please tell Uncle Liu to pay attention to whether there are Western people coming to talk about the release of "The True Heroes". If not, please help me. Can you use Shaw Brothers' channel to sell "The True Heroes" to those countries in Europe and the United States? I think a film with the style of "The True Heroes" should be popular with Westerners. After all, Westerners have always liked to watch this type of film, and some plots in the film are comparable to those in Hollywood blockbusters." Mo Xuan thought for a while and continued. He also wanted to see if Wu Yusen's "violent aesthetics" would be popular in those regions in Europe and the United States. If possible, then the movie "The True Heroes" can be regarded as the vanguard of their Zongheng Pictures' distribution to the West, and explore the way for Zongheng Pictures.
"no problem."
"Well, it's okay. You go down first." Mo Xuan waved his hand and asked Fan Chengyi to leave the office.
"Lingling-Lingling-Lingling" When Fan Chengyi had just left the office, a ringtone came from the phone on Mo Xuan's desk, and Mo Xuan picked up the phone.
"Hello."
"Mr. Mo, it's me." Liang Wensheng's voice came from the phone.
"Old Liang, is there something happened in that transaction?" Hearing Liang Wensheng's voice, Mo Xuan asked with concern. He didn't want any unexpected situations in the ongoing transaction. You must know that the opportunity should not be missed and that you will never come again. Moreover, for that transaction, he said he had bet on everything.
"Mr. Mo, the situation is fine. I called this time because you didn't tell me that when the Hang Seng Index fell below 700 points, I will call you immediately to notify you." Liang Wensheng's words answered Mo Xuan's question.
"Oh? Yes. How long is it to the close of the stock market today?" Mo Xuan asked quickly after hearing Liang Wensheng's words.
"There are two more hours left." Liang Wensheng immediately answered Mo Xuan's question.
Chapter completed!