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"Okay! I'll contact you then!"

Although the next project is still in fantasy, Cameron feels quite happy to be able to attract an investor in advance.

In fact, although Cameron himself has always claimed that "Titanic" will be a very successful movie.

But before the movie was released, he actually had no idea himself.

No one can guarantee that their movies will be successful, and James Cameron is no exception.

Cameron also often wonders, what will happen to him if "Titanic" fails?

There is no doubt that even James Cameron is currently one of the most famous directors in Hollywood.

But as long as his project's deficit is too large, his next project will also be affected.

At the very least, the investment in the next project will be greatly affected.

Even, his own leadership in the crew may be affected.

Hollywood is such a reality. Success is often instantaneous, but so is failure.

If he is not careful, even he will fall into the abyss.

Therefore, facing Chen Qiming's promise, Cameron was excited but also a little moved.

Chen Qiming is really capable.

When everyone was not optimistic about "Titanic", he invested in this film without any hesitation, believing that this film would be successful.

Moreover, Chen Qiming is much more sincere than other film and television companies.

Cameron, who has seen ups and downs in Hollywood, was very moved by Chen Qiming's belief that his film would make money.

On the first day when Chen Qiming came to "Titanic", he did not immediately start filming. Instead, he wandered around and visited the crew.

It wasn't until the next day that he filmed his part under Cameron's arrangement.

Chen Qiming doesn't have many scenes.

The character he plays is one of the six Chinese on the ship, based on Fang Rongshan.

Speaking of this character, when Chen Qiming checked the relevant information about the character's prototype, he was once hostile to the Titanic project.

Because, according to the information he checked, there were a total of eight Chinese on the Titanic at that time.

These eight people were all boatmen on the ship at that time, and they lived in the lowest third-class cabin.

After the Titanic hit the iceberg, no one cared about the "low-class people" in their eyes, that is, the Chinese workers in the third-class cabin.

After many people were rescued one after another, these eight people were finally released from the lock. They wanted to follow everyone on to the lifeboat, but they were rejected unexpectedly.

It was an extremely urgent moment of life and death, and there was no time to reason. The eight people could only find ways to escape individually.

Four of them saw a broken boat that could not be used at all, but this was their only way of survival. They could only pin their hopes on this broken boat.

Another person hugged a piece of driftwood on the sea and finally survived. The remaining one was luckier. He met a returning search and rescue boat and was rescued.

In this accident, 8 of the 6 Chinese compatriots escaped death, but the remaining 2 were not so lucky and eventually disappeared into the rough sea.

Originally, the two people who disappeared should have been rescued.

What's even more despicable is that not only did the rescued people not receive treatment like survivors, they also suffered endless humiliation afterwards.

Western media reported overwhelmingly: British gentlemen still left the chance of life to women and children, but the Chinese crowded on the lifeboats and refused to leave, causing many women and children to miss the opportunity to be rescued.

As the incident unfolded, these eight Chinese compatriots were slandered as "smugglers." For a time, Western abuse was overwhelming. At that time, these surviving compatriots did not know English and had no voice channels.

What's more important is that at that time, Western countries were severely anti-Chinese. Even if they could speak out, they would probably be accused of "quibbling."

This slander was not corrected until more details were revealed.

Because Chen Qiming plays the role of Fang Rongshan as a popular superstar.

Therefore, Cameron wanted to give Chen Qiming enough attention.

I used a little more pen and ink when portraying this character.

The part where the character was put on the lifeboat and then rescued with the lifeboat was also filmed.

There are about four minutes of scenes in total.

Although the scene was only four minutes long, the filming took most of the day.

There is no way. First, Cameron has very strict requirements for scenes.

The second thing is that this part of the scene was shot on a lifeboat, not only in the studio, but also on location.

For this reason, Chen Qiming and others also made a special trip to the nearby sea area to shoot.

"Chen, your acting skills are great. I will definitely cast you as the starring role next time!"

There are not many scenes, so it is naturally impossible for Chen Qiming to stay here after filming is completed.

The day after filming his own scene, Chen Qiming said goodbye to the crew.

Although it only took one day of filming, Cameron admired Chen Qiming's acting skills.

He said that if given the chance, he would create a script specifically for Chen Qiming.

"Okay! Then I'll wait. I'm also looking forward to starring in Mr. Cameron's movie!"

After chatting with Cameron, Leonardo and Kate for a few words, Chen Qiming hugged them goodbye.

Kate was the last one Chen Qiming hugged.

"Chen, remember to call me!"

During the hug, Kate whispered in Chen Qiming's ear.

As soon as she finished speaking, Chen Qiming felt Kate stuffing something in his pocket.

Nodding calmly, Chen Qiming waved goodbye and took a special car to the airport.

In the car, Chen Qiming touched some pockets and found a note inside.

"Kate gave it to you?"

Chen Qiming did not shy away from Li Xiaowen.

She also saw the note, glanced at it, and asked curiously.

"Her phone number!" Chen Qiming nodded and put the note back into his pocket.

"It's great to be a big star. Wherever you go, there are beautiful girls throwing yourself into your arms!"

Li Xiaowen couldn't help but joke, "It's a pity Leonardo. It seems that his love was in vain. Kate doesn't seem to be interested in him at all!"

After a pause, she continued: "But Leonardo is really handsome!"

Hearing this, Chen Qiming couldn't help but nod.

Don't tell me, Leonardo is indeed handsome at this time.

He is still a young boy who attracts women's attention very much.

It's no wonder that after the success of the movie "Titanic", he was able to rise to the top.

……

The plane landed in Los Angeles.

After landing in Los Angeles, Chen Qiming went straight to the hotel where the "Lonely Agent" crew was staying.

The drama "Lonely Agent" is still distributed by Warner Pictures.

In recent days, this drama has been promoted on TV and print media, and has gained quite a lot of popularity.

However, considering that the star of this film, Andy Lau, is Asian, and not an Asian like Chen Qiming who is popular in Europe and the United States.

Therefore, the scale of publicity for this film is not too large.

Warner still has doubts about Andy Lau's ability.

And this film is solely owned by Chen Qiming's Qiming Film and Television. In order to earn the movie's box office, Chen Qiming had to help promote the film.

But just like the adventure king in Hong Kong, Chen Qiming does not need to help promote for a long time.

He only needs to attend the premiere the day after tomorrow, and then help out at his own record promotion show.

Then, the final result of this film will be left to fate.

……

"What guests did you and Warner invite?"

In the hot spring, Chen Qiming and Andy Lau were alone, enjoying the warm water.

Andy Lau called his wife to report and started asking about the guest lineup of "The Lonely Agent".

"I only asked Linkin Park and Eminem to come over.

As for Warner, don't expect them to invite a large lineup. "

The project "Lonely Agent" is not high in Warner's rating, it is just a C-level project.

For a C-level company, it is obviously impossible to expect them to invest a lot of resources. “I always thought this was a high-profile project!”

Andy Lau looked helpless.

It was his first time entering Hollywood, and he didn't know much about the size of the project.

Blockbusters are also defined according to Hong Kong standards.

With a total investment of tens of millions of US dollars, "The Lonely Agent" is already an out-and-out blockbuster in Hong Kong.

"It's just an investment of tens of millions. In Hollywood, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of such projects a year.

Being able to get a C grade means that I have a good relationship with Warner.

But don’t be discouraged, a small investment will yield big returns.

I have watched this film. The quality is good and the chances of success are high! "

Chen Qiming smiled and comforted.

"It doesn't matter to me. If we don't succeed, we may have to go back to Hong Kong!"

Andy Lau pretended not to care.

He himself attaches great importance to "The Lonely Agent".

Successful, he entered Hollywood, and his salary was calculated in US dollars.

If it fails, I can only go back in despair and continue making Hong Kong films.

"It will work!"

Chen Qiming smiled, closed his eyes and enjoyed the massage.

……

December 6, Los Angeles.

The premiere of "The Lonely Agent" was officially held here.

"Mi Li, long time no see!"

"List!"

Since "Anaconda", Mi Li has experienced a small explosion in her career. In the past two years, she has appeared in several movies.

There is also one with a box office of over 50 million US dollars.

Also because she began to focus on her career, Chen Qiming had less and less contact with her.

This time, if Warner hadn't invited her to attend the premiere of "The Last Man", the two of them might not have had the chance to meet.

"Don't you have any new projects recently? Is there any role suitable for me?"

The two of them walked inside, Mi Li asked.

"Sorry! There should be no suitable projects for you at the moment!"

Chen Qiming responded lightly.

In fact, it originally existed.

Last year, when Chen Qiming was in Japan, he contacted the Resident Evil game company and won the film and television adaptation rights of Resident Evil for US$2 million.

The original plan was for Mi Li to play the leading role.

But after a long period of no contact, Chen Qiming gave up his original plan.

Fortunately, Charlize is very well-behaved and loyal to Chen Qiming.

So Chen Qiming planned to hand over the heroine of this project to Charlize.

Mi Li was not angry at Chen Qiming's answer, and the two started chatting like old friends.

After a few minutes, Mi Li left Chen Qiming's position.

"It's useless for you to introduce so many resources to her!"

Li Xiaowen came to Chen Qiming's side, looked at the rice grains going away, and couldn't help snoring.

"It's just a transaction!"

Chen Qiming smiled and didn't mind at all.

Mi Li's behavior today is completely different from before.

Two years ago, she was so submissive in front of Chen Qiming.

It's different now, because I have another supporter, and I feel like a different person when I talk and act.

Chen Qiming was not angry at all about this.

From beginning to end, he knew that his relationship with Mi Li was a transaction.

The transaction is completed, and the relationship between the two parties naturally comes to an end.

At the same time, the other party will naturally not continue to support him.

Chen Qiming does not think that he is the protagonist. Everyone loves him and flowers bloom.

"I'll go out to pick up someone, and you ask Mike to take Brother Hua to meet him!"

After picking up the phone and taking a look at it, Chen Qiming confessed, and then walked quickly to the entrance of the theater.

As soon as Chen Qiming arrived at the door, the person he wanted to pick up arrived.

It was none other than Charlize.

Chen Qiming has decided to support her, so he also invited her to the premiere today.

"List!"

As soon as he arrived at the door, he saw Chen Qiming. Charlize looked very excited and trotted over.

"It's a beautiful day!"

Chen Qiming glanced at her outfit and couldn't help showing a look of surprise.

Today, Charlize did not wear a dress, but a white suit.

But wearing this white suit on her body made her exude a heroic spirit, which was very attractive.

"Originally, I was still hesitant about whether to let you star in my new project, but now, I think you are definitely suitable!"

The heroine of Resident Evil, Alice, has a lot of action scenes.

Chen Qiming originally thought that Charlize might not be able to handle this role.

Looking at her outfit now, he immediately confirmed that Charlize was definitely the most suitable person for this role besides Mi Li.

"really?"

After hearing Chen Qiming's words, Charlize immediately realized that his opportunity had come.

She couldn't help but get close to Chen Qiming and wanted to give him a passionate kiss on the spot. It wasn't until Chen Qiming stopped her that she realized that this was a movie premiere.

"The new project will have a lot of action scenes, and the filming will probably be around March next year. You need to come to Hong Kong with me to receive action training.

You should be able to do it! "

"Of course, I can definitely do it!"

When it comes to action scenes, Hong Kong is definitely No. 1.

Therefore, it is definitely the best choice for Charlize to go to Hong Kong for training.

"Chen, you are so kind to me, I will definitely repay you!"

Although I still don’t know what role Chen Qiming asked her to play.

But since training is required, there must be a lot of scenes.

This is definitely a very good opportunity for Charlize, who has been playing small supporting roles on the set all year round.

At this moment, she even wanted to cry.

"If you want to repay me, you don't have to wait long, you can do it tonight!"

Chen Qiming raised his eyebrows.

"I will definitely make you linger!"

Hearing Chen Qiming's words, Charlize couldn't help but curl up the corner of her mouth and whispered.

"Okay, let's go in first! I'll introduce a few people to you!

In this way, even if I don't come to Hollywood, you can still talk to them directly.

I believe that for my sake, they will give you a good chance! "

With that said, Chen Qiming took Charlize to the cinema.

(End of this chapter)