Movie tycoon

Chapter 722 Counterattack
Movies are showing as usual.

next.It depends on how Chen Xiaotang tosses.

After this decision is made, the remaining things will be much easier to handle.Fatty Wang Jing and others were responsible for matters related to the location of the film screening.Chen Xiaotang contacted his friends in Hollywood and invited them to attend the premiere of his movie. The great director Lucas also played his favor card and attracted many close friends to come to join him.

These people who were invited were all big names in the Hollywood film industry. Even if the premiere of this movie was really cold, the presence of these people could stir up the atmosphere.

During this time, the situation on the surface of Hollywood has become extremely tense.It looks like a sensitive period of a certain century.

After receiving the banning announcement and written documents from the Bureau of Radio, Film and Television headed by John Smith, Moying Entertainment did not intend to postpone the release of the new film at all; not only that, its major Fox movie theaters are making preparations before the release, This time, no matter which region or theater it belongs to, as long as it is under the control of Fox, it seems that "Superman: Man of Steel" will be screened.

Since then, the media has focused their attention on the major Fox movie theaters under Specter.And in these movie theaters, various large-scale preparatory activities are in full swing, and huge banners are hung outside.The huge poster on the third floor is extremely conspicuous, especially the new superman played by Chen Xiaotang with black eyes and yellow skin, wearing a light blue armored suit, flying with arms straight, staring ahead, and writing in English and Chinese next to Two words "hope"!
This extremely visually impactful picture makes people sigh that this drama is unique.

In addition to the huge posters, there are also small movie posters on bus stops, preview advertisements inserted in shopping malls, and various other promotional methods; and these signs are obviously announcing the same message, that is: as a cross-river dragon Moying Entertainment will definitely release "Superman: Man of Steel" as scheduled, which cannot be changed.

Now, the media is buzzing.As the media, they are worried that nothing will come out, how boring and boring it is, just like boxing, there is only one person showing off in the ring, how boring it is.

In other words, if Moying Entertainment obediently agreed to the request of the Radio, Film and Television Bureau and postponed the release of new films, they would have no news; The game is against each other, and no one is excited about this news.

"Haha, this time it's time to watch the fun!"

"The order from the Radio, Film and Television Bureau seems to be useless!"

"The phantom people are really tough. If they obediently delay, people will suspect that they are soft persimmons. You can pinch them however you want!"

"In any case, we should look forward to what will happen next. After all, a Chinese star and his film company can have such great courage, which is worthy of admiration!"

"This is like a decisive battle. Whichever side wins will have a huge impact. As a Los Angeles person with a conscience, as a Hollywood person, I must firmly stand on the side of Moying Entertainment!"

"Support Moying Entertainment! This is our common aspiration! No matter at any time, we will fight for the freedom and dignity of Hollywood without hesitation!"

……

Of course, not all supported Chen Xiaotang's side, those manipulated racists were fanning the flames.So that the situation can develop smoothly towards them.

"Look, the film company established by the Chinese is still struggling, and it doesn't pay attention to the Bureau of Radio, Film and Television! What kind of attitude is this? It's an attitude of deliberately finding fault and not cooperating! We must resolutely boycott their film. !"

"If this "Superman" can really be released as scheduled, it will undoubtedly trample on our American heroes and idols! It is a challenge to the power of our American Broadcasting Corporation!"

"Resolutely oppose the vilification of our American comic heroes! Resolutely boycott Moying Entertainment!"

……

The rain is coming and the wind is all over the building.

August 1987, 8.

Today is the official release date of Fox's new movie "Superman: Man of Steel" under the subsidiary of MOYING Entertainment.

From early in the morning, some fans and movie fans who supported Chen Xiaotang stood at the entrances of major movie theaters, holding banners, which read: "Support Lafite, watch "Superman"! Free America, free people!" Some movie fans A red cloth was tied to the head, and it was written: "Superman, come on!" Some simply took off their shirts, and wrote on their bodies: "I'm sorry! Lafite rises up!"

At the same time, Warner's "Superman 4", which was fighting with Fox, also began to be released. Warner's executives specially funded and arranged a "Superman Show". Dazzling, walking around on the long catwalk with their buttocks twisted, surrounded by many female models acting as green leaves, standing in front of the tall Superman, a hundred flowers are blooming, extremely beautiful, and it further sets off Superman's spring ~ passionate, boring ~ Sao no limit.

Of course, Warner will never be satisfied with their "small fights", they also want to help "fan the flames" at Fox under Specter, so they gathered some people, and also pulled banners and those fans of Chen Xiaotang's fans They resisted, and it wrote: "Watching "Superman", it is better to watch Warner!" …

Warner and Phantom fought on both sides, but it took advantage of those entertainment reporters who like to dig out topics.

Like flies that smell the fragrance, they come buzzing and flapping their little wings.

Seeing the tense situation on both sides, these guys started interviewing on both sides for fear of chaos.

First, I interviewed a fan of Chen Xiaotang.
"May I ask why you are so proactive in supporting Rafi Chen?"

"Because he is my idol, I like his songs, and of course I also like his plays!" The fan had a red cloth strip tied to his head, with the words "Crazy Top" written on it.

"But he tampered with the image of Superman, what do you think of this?" The reporter continued to ask.

"Times are changing, even Superman, you can't just wear a pair of red underwear all year round, right? That's too shabby, it's time to change!"

"Ahem, you are quite an avant-garde audience!"

"Of course, you can follow Lafite if you don't want to be avant-garde!"

……

Then the reporter interviewed a Warner fan who came to protest.

"Excuse me, sir, why are you protesting against Lafei Chen's play?" the reporter asked politely.

"Why? You asked me why? Then I can tell you that I have been a fan of Superman since I was a child. I grew up watching "Superman" comics. I have countless cartoon toys and comics about Superman. Also, I Has the most red panties of Superman in all of LA! But now, oh my god, Rafi Chen's show has stripped off the panties that I love, saying it's outdated and ugly, and it's so embarrassing People are angry!" The fan's face was flushed, and he looked very angry.

"So you think it's right to boycott the film's release?"

"There's nothing wrong! He took away our culture, and even ripped my dear Superman's pants, do you think I can stop?" the fan finally roared, "So, boycott is justified, and protest is effective!"

The reporter: "...?!"

Not to mention the changing situation around major movie theaters.

Let's talk about Fox One Cinema, the base of the premiere ceremony, at around seven o'clock that night.

According to the previous scenario, when Chen Xiaotang's film is about to start production, it will attract countless fans and fans to join him, but today's situation is a bit different. In addition to many fans and fans, there are also many opposition and protesters gathered around the theater.Some guys even drove away the audience who came to join them.

In this regard, Chen Xiaotang's instructions are to ask the theaters to assist in strengthening the security system, and strive to allow audiences to buy tickets and watch movies normally.As for those who drive away the audience, try to isolate them and avoid physical conflicts, so as not to give people tongues and cause unnecessary trouble.

Chen Xiaotang's move was indeed effective, at least those with ulterior motives who intend to escalate the situation would have no excuse to cause trouble.

It's just that the obstruction of these people has become a reality, so at around 07:30, many spectators were still watching outside and did not enter the venue.

At the same time, at Warner Cinemas, their "Superman 4" ushered in a movie-watching boom, and wave after wave of people began to buy tickets and pour into the cinema.

For these two comparisons, many media reporters directly gave evaluations and reports.

""Superman" is released, and Warner is overwhelming the Phantom!"

"Moying Entertainment meets a big opponent, and the authentic Superman shows off his power and is invincible!"

"Phantom vs. Warner, judging from the current situation, it's better to wear underwear outside!"...

Indeed, these media are not talking nonsense. Due to the influence of public opinion and the contradictions created by some people with ulterior motives, many Americans dare not easily choose to enter Fox's cinemas to watch "Superman: Man of Steel".

Who would have thought that this super-best-selling sci-fi film in the previous life would become a super-sensitive "banned film" at this moment in this era.

Seeing that Warner took the initiative in the premiere of the film with the west wind overwhelming the east wind, no matter whether they were cheering or watching the excitement, they were not very optimistic about Chen Xiaotang's new film. Chinese eunuch version.

Faced with this situation, seeing the unsatisfactory number of viewers, the fat man Wang Jing broke out in a cold sweat, and even the bearded Lucas became a little nervous. After all, he is the director of this film.The scenes I filmed are like my own son, who wants to watch him stillborn?
Only Chen Xiaotang seemed to be able to talk and laugh freely, and greeted the guests with a smile on his face.

"A-Tang, what should we do? Our opponents are already driving us to nowhere!" The fat man whispered in his ear, "Should I mobilize the masses and call the brothers and sisters from Chinatown over?"

Chen Xiaotang shook his head, "This is watching a movie, not fighting. If the movie is not good, no amount of people will help!"

"You put it bluntly, there is so much investment in this movie, if it goes wrong, we will be able to bear it!"

"It won't be messed up, just watch..." Chen Xiaotang smiled and patted the fat man's shoulder.

The fat man was confused, and Lucas came over here with a sigh, "How do you say that in China, the emperor is not in a hurry, and the eunuch is in a hurry! Look at Lafite Chen's posture, he is completely an emperor!"

Fatty: "..."

"I choose, old Lu, I didn't offend you, why are you cursing me for not having sex?"

"Ahem, I didn't mean that, I just wanted to say that Lafite might have a solid idea in his heart, so you and I shouldn't worry about it!"

"I hope so, if it's not that the emperor is not in a hurry and is anxious to kill the eunuch, but the emperor and eunuch are playing with each other!"

……

Time passed quickly, and it was already eight o'clock. According to the rules, the audience should enter the arena quickly, and all the guests should come.But this time a lot of guests came, especially the support of the king Michael and Madonna, which made the atmosphere of this slightly "cold" premiere a lot hotter.But looking at the lingering audience outside the cinema, Chen Xiaotang knew that it was time to light a fire.

Then I saw Chen Xiaotang leading the director Lucas, the king Mike, and the queen Madonna to the reporters.

Those reporters were worrying about the opportunity to interview the media, and suddenly they saw this group of people coming over as if riding colorful auspicious clouds, so excited, they almost forgot what Jesus' mother's name was.

"Rafi, can I interview you?"

"Chen, can I give you an interview?"

……

The reporters spoke one after another.

Facing many impatient reporters, Chen Xiaotang smiled slightly, and then said: "I can understand everyone's feelings, but don't worry, I came here to tell you something."

Hearing this, the noisy reporters were all stunned, then pricked up their ears, and began to pay attention to what Chen Xiaotang said next.

Chen Xiaotang looked around and said: "As we all know, I am from Hong Kong. When I first came to Hollywood, I heard that the United States is the capital of freedom and the country of democracy. The Statue of Liberty is the symbol of the United States of America! I am deeply impressed by this. I admire it, after all, if a country can be recognized and supported by so many people of different races, it must have its own unique features."

"During the two years in the United States, I made many friends inside and outside the circle. Some of them are directors, some are actors, some are singers, and some are just ordinary people... From them, I feel the friendship and the hospitality of the Americans. , feel at home in this country. But now..."

Chen Xiaotang paused appropriately, "Now this feeling of perfection is gradually shattering. Yes, this atmosphere that makes me feel warm and warm is fading! It is replaced by a kind of cold hostility and indifferent provocation! I want to ask, is this the so-called America, the capital of freedom? Is this the so-called America, the land of democracy?! All of this is chilling and strange! America, what happened to you?!"

Everyone present did not expect that Chen Xiaotang would say such serious words, they all looked at him stupidly, and looked at this person in front of him, who was criticizing the United States unscrupulously, criticizing those moths who regarded themselves as American citizens.

Although the United States has always advertised freedom of speech, everyone knows that these so-called "freedom of speech" are only aimed at certain people. Be harmoniously!
Crackling, after waking up, these media reporters immediately realized that this is not just entertainment news, but political news with a high degree of criticism.

"Oh, God, is Lafite crazy? How dare he say such a thing? Isn't this accusing the US government of abusing their power and inaction?"

"Yeah, it makes sense when you think about it. They just filmed a movie and changed the attributes of the characters. The government is so unkind to sanction him and let him postpone the movie. It's so unreasonable!"

……

Not to mention that the audience was arguing about Chen Xiaotang's hot remarks, even the fat man Wang Jing became filled with righteous indignation. Although he didn't know what gave Chen Xiaotang the courage to stand up and criticize the US government for his faults, but as he and Chen Xiaotang wore A partner in a pair of crotches, he has no reason to be gentle and act like a good person at this time.

As for director Lucas, Afro Jim and the two understood Chen Xiaotang's thoughts, and nodded frequently, awesome, Lafite Chen.Since you can't put out the fire, fan the fire even more!Look at how those guys who have nothing to do to deal with it!

In fact, Chen Xiaotang had exactly the same meaning. He raised this entertainment news directly to a political level, so a group of people headed by Los Angeles Mayor Powell could not ignore it and see themselves as cannon fodder.Either stand up to support Chen Xiaotang, and criticize the Bureau of Radio, Film and Television with unanimous gunpoint; or continue to be a coward and be criticized and ridiculed.

But at this moment, the Los Angeles government has received the news.Mayor Powell wiped his sweat with a handkerchief and said to his faction, "We must make a choice now!"

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Back to Fox One Cinemas again.

Following Chen Xiaotang's passionate speech, the emotions of those people were completely mobilized.

Especially when Chen Xiaotang said: "I have heard for a long time that the United States is a very racist country, especially black friends have suffered a lot of unfair treatment here. I didn't believe it before, but now I have a deep understanding. Yes, this kind of unfairness It's downright painful, he made us see clearly the ugly faces of some self-proclaimed upper-class Americans, and see clearly their true colors under the false packaging! Now, I just want to shout a few times, whether it is a black man , or white, or Chinese, friends, stand up and fight for freedom, democracy and fairness! Stop being deceived or deceived by some people's lies, and do what we think we should do!"

As soon as Chen Xiaotang finished speaking, Jim, the black afro, stood up and shouted: "Support Lafite! Support this show! Oppose racial discrimination! Let's go in!" After speaking, he strode towards the cinema.

Those black people who had been watching or waiting to watch the excitement now had their blood pumping. They followed Jim without hesitation and strode towards the cinema.And those Chinese in the Los Angeles area, not to mention, the whole scene was swarming.Even some white people can't wait to buy tickets to enter the venue...

All of a sudden, the situation changed drastically.

(End of this chapter)