Rebirth of the Thousand-Faced Movie King

Chen Ping did not interfere in the filming of Wolf Warrior 2.

He is still the same as before, just as a producer.

Even at this time, even the producer Chen Ping didn't care much about it.

He left everything to Wu Jin.

He also believes that Wu Jin will definitely give him a satisfactory Wolf Warrior.

Xiao Pingzi, I am Uncle Da.

Uncle Da.

The celebration banquet is over.

At this time, Chen Ping received a call from Uncle Da.

This surprised and delighted Chen Ping.

After he left Xiangjiang, he had no contact with Uncle Da for a long time.

Unexpectedly, Uncle Da called me at this time.

Although he didn't know why Uncle Da called him, Chen Ping was still very happy to receive the call from Uncle Da.

Among the actors in Hong Kong.

Chen Ping's favorite is Uncle Da.

Xiao Pingzi, I thought you forgot about me, Uncle Da.

Uncle Da, what are you talking about? It's impossible for anyone to forget you.

You have a conscience. I heard that you have returned to the mainland.

yes.

Chen Ping nodded: I filmed a movie in Hollywood before, and then I got a call from Wu Jin and came back.

Look at the media reports.

Uncle Da said excitedly: War Wolf is really a good shot. I watched it too. You are so awesome.

What's great about it? I didn't appear in it.

Although you didn't appear in the show, you invested in this show. Plus, whether it's the actors, the script, or anything else... it all has something to do with you. Besides, everyone watching Wolf Warrior is also doing it for you. fame.

Uncle Da, I'm sorry for what you said.

Hahaha, are you free?

Uncle Da, what are you saying... I may not have time to go to Xiangjiang for the time being.

I'm in Hengcheng.

Ah, Uncle Da, are you in Hengcheng?

Chen Ping was a little surprised: When did you come to Hengcheng?

I've been here for a while...but you were busy, so I didn't tell you. I read media reports these days and found out you were back, so I gave you a call. We haven't seen each other for a long time, why don't we have a drink together? Tea.

That's necessary. Uncle Da, where are you? I'll be there right away.

Okay, I'll send you an address on my phone and you can come.

hang up the phone.

Chen Ping didn't stop and took out his mobile phone.

At this time, Uncle Da had already sent the address, and Chen Ping pressed the navigation button and went over.

…

the other side.

Uncle Da was talking to a young director Guo Fan.

Director Guo, I've already called Chen Ping. It's up to you whether you can convince him.

Uncle Da took a sip of tea and said, However, if you really invite Chen Ping over, then our film will be successful.

Uncle Da, thank you so much.

Guo Fan served tea to Uncle Da and said, I have no choice, otherwise, I wouldn't ask you for help.

I know too. I can invite Chen Ping, but I can't guarantee whether he will take your role.

Uncle Da, I understand.

Half an hour later.

Chen Ping came to the address mentioned by Uncle Da.

Uncle Da.

Xiao Pingzi, let's hug each other.

Uncle Da, your body looks good.

Chen Ping hugged Uncle Da.

Uncle Da also said: I still listened to your words. In recent years, I have controlled my diet. However, as people get older, even if they control their diet, all aspects of their functions still decline sharply.

Uncle Da, you are not old, but you are still young. I am still thinking about when we have a chance to collaborate on another movie.

Hahaha, you are a super star in Hollywood now, how dare I want to make a movie with you. Besides, if you don't go back to China to make movies, how can I still go to Hollywood?

Who spread the gossip and said that I won't return to China to make movies. As long as the movie is good, even if Hollywood doesn't make movies, I will return to China.

The two exchanged polite greetings.

At this time, Uncle Da introduced Guo Fan next to him: Chen Ping, let me introduce you. This is Guo Fan, director Guo. I recently accepted his role.

Hello, Teacher Chen Ping.

Guo Fan took the initiative to extend his right hand.

Hello, Director Guo.

Although he didn't know Guo Fan, Chen Ping said very friendly: Director Guo, you are really discerning in being able to invite Uncle Da. Uncle Da is known as a golden supporting actor, and not everyone can hire him.

Don't listen to Chen Ping's nonsense, what is a golden supporting role? I don't have many scenes to shoot in Hong Kong anymore, so I can only come to the mainland. Director Guo will only invite me. Some other directors see me as old and don't even call.

Uncle Da also made some complaints about this.

For this.

Chen Ping also knew.

With the decline of Hong Kong movies in recent years, the living space for Hong Kong actors has become increasingly difficult.

Many big-name actors don't have many scenes, let alone people like Uncle Da.

Of course.

Uncle Da's acting skills are awesome.

But Uncle Da is old after all.

Uncle Da, it's my fault.

Although this has nothing to do with Chen Ping.

But seeing Uncle Da's current situation, Chen Ping made a mental note.

After a while, he called Wang Jinhua.

From now on, in the company's films, as long as there is a suitable role, Uncle Da will be the first to think of him.

Xiao Pingzi, what are you wrong about? I understand what you mean.

Although Chen Ping didn't say anything, Uncle Da subconsciously understood Chen Ping's thoughts. Patting Chen Ping on the shoulder, Uncle Da said comfortingly: How can you be like when you are young when you are old? Besides, even if there are a lot of scenes, I may not be able to shoot them. Otherwise, you can ask Director Guo, Recently, he was filming his film, and I was exhausted even after half an hour of filming. There is nothing I can do, my body is getting worse and worse.

Guo Fan on the other side said: Teacher Chen Ping, Uncle Da is so humble. A lot of ordinary people at Uncle Da's age would probably have difficulty walking, let alone filming.

For this.

Chen Ping couldn't help but feel worried.

In the previous life, Uncle Da was not in very good health. After thinking about it, he said: Uncle Da, you are getting older. You can put your work in front of the screen aside and do some behind-the-scenes work.

Behind the scenes, I don't like it.

Uncle Da shook his head: I have been filming all my life, and I just like to appear in front of the camera. If I really have to do it behind the scenes, I will be bored to death.

Uncle Da, here you are.

There's nothing we can do about it.

Uncle Da said the same thing.

Gu/span\u003e Decades ago, he had been filming movies. He was really not used to it when he stopped filming.

By the way, Xiao Pingzi, I'm calling you this time. On the one hand, I haven't seen you for a long time, and I want to chat with you. On the other hand, I also want to introduce Director Guo to you. Although Director Guo is young, he has big ideas. Do you know what this movie we shot recently is?”

What movie?

sci-fi movie.

sci-fi movie?

Chen Ping was stunned: A science fiction film made in China?

Yeah, I didn't expect that.

Seeing that Chen Ping was a little surprised, Uncle Da also smiled: At first, I also thought that there was something wrong with making science fiction films in China. But after I understood Director Guo's ideas, I joined the film.

Director Guo, why do you want to make science fiction films in China?

Chen Ping also had a lot of doubts about this and asked Guo Fan.

Guo Fan, who had been waiting for the topic to turn to his side, said: Teacher Chen Ping, I'm sorry, this time I am begging Uncle Da to meet you.

Guo Fan and Chen Ping did not know each other.

Although Guo Fan was able to contact Chen Ping, there was no connection at all. Even if he could contact him, he probably wouldn't be able to discuss anything.

When he knew that Uncle Da's relationship with Chen Ping was okay, Guo Fan begged Uncle Da.

Hence the phone number Uncle Da.

Chen Ping didn't say anything about this.

This is also normal.

There's nothing wrong with finding acquaintances to build relationships with.

Uncle Da's friends are my friends, and I also want to get to know more directors. Especially directors with ideas.

Teacher Chen Ping is laughing.

Seeing Chen Ping's enthusiasm, Guo Fan felt relieved. He continued: Let me answer your previous question, Mr. Chen Ping. I have loved science fiction films since I was a child. But most of the science fiction films we watched since childhood were from Hollywood. I have always had a wish, that is, to make a science fiction film. It is a domestic science fiction film. However, it could not be made without conditions before. Until now, I feel that the conditions have become somewhat mature.

Why do you think the conditions are ripe now? Do you think mainland audiences will watch our domestic science fiction films?

I can't guarantee this 100%... but the potential of the mainland market has been unleashed. The mainland market has not only surpassed Hong Kong, but is now catching up with Hollywood. With such a big market, I think it allows the entire market to be more diversified. He can find corresponding markets for all types of genres and films.

At this point, Guo Fan paused: Of course, this is also thanks to Teacher Chen Ping. If it weren't for Teacher Chen Ping who has been promoting this market, our market would not have grown so quickly. At the same time, I also watched you recently Investment in Wolf Warrior. In fact, the movie genre of Wolf Warrior is very similar to our science fiction movies. Before this, we did not have such military-style movies in the mainland, and we would not make them. Because many people will think that the audience may be interested in this movie. The genre is not interesting, just like people are not interested in domestic science fiction films.”

But the facts have proven that Wolf Warrior is very good and successful. Similarly, the market has also given very positive feedback to Wolf Warrior. I think that with Wolf Warrior being like this, our science fiction films may not have no market.

As if wanting to get Chen Ping's approval, Guo Fan explained to Chen Ping for dozens of minutes.

Chen Ping did not interrupt Guo Fan, but just sat on the edge and listened quietly.

It wasn't until finally that Guo Fan stopped when he realized that Chen Ping didn't say much.

Director Guo, why didn't you say anything?

this……

Director Guo was a little embarrassed: You have just said it to me. I also want to hear your thoughts, Mr. Chen Ping. Of course, what I just said is completely my personal thoughts. Maybe, this idea is a little childish. , Teacher Chen Ping, don’t laugh.”

look at you……

Seeing that Guo Fan was a little unsure, Chen Ping smiled slightly: Director Guo, I think your idea is very good, and I appreciate it too.

Really, Teacher Chen Ping, do you agree?

certainly.

Chen Ping nodded: Didn't you just say that Wolf Warriors can succeed, why can't your science fiction film succeed? The logic makes sense. But... if you want to make a good science fiction film , this is not that easy.”

Teacher Chen Ping, I think so too.

Guo Fan nodded: I made preparations before planning the filming. I was thinking that in order to make a good science fiction film, first of all, he must have a good science fiction story. So, I first bought a A well-known science fiction work, and then adapted it to some extent.

“It’s not enough to have a science fiction IP.”

Yes.

Guo Fan continued: In terms of filming funds, we raised 300 million yuan.

300 million is indeed a big investment.

The investment amount of 300 million is not a small amount.

According to this investment amount.

If the box office does not exceed 1 billion yuan, they will lose money.

Although under the influence of Chen Ping, there have been a series of movies in China that have exceeded 1 billion yuan in box office.

However, compared to the entire film market, there are not many films in this series.

And 80% of the films here are all related to Chen Ping.

With a science fiction IP and such a large production fee, it should be no problem.

Chen Ping looked at Guo Fan.

He didn't understand what Guo Fan wanted to do with him.

It seems fine, but I still don't know.

Guo Fan said: Although what I just said makes sense, no one dares to guarantee whether a science fiction film will be liked by the audience until it is actually released. Moreover, with such a large amount of investment, the risks are The bigger it is. I have also studied that although the domestic market has risen, in fact the entire market is because of you, Teacher Chen Ping, just like Wolf Warrior. The reason why Wolf Warrior is successful is also because of you, Teacher Chen Ping.

You can't say that, I'm just a gimmick. The key to success is the film itself.

That said, without a breakthrough, the market may not pay attention to our film itself.

you mean?

Teacher Chen Ping, I would like to ask you if you have time to make a cameo in our film.

It's a guest appearance.

Chen Ping said nothing.

Although it was recommended by Uncle Da, with Chen Ping's current status, even a guest appearance would have a huge impact.

A casual guest appearance would have a huge impact on Chen Ping.

Chen Ping didn't say anything.

Guo Fan immediately said: Teacher Chen Ping, it's like this. As for the guest role, he doesn't have too many roles. I estimated that the filming should be completed in three days. In addition, we will not let your help go to waste. , we will give you RMB 100 million in chips.

100000000?

Chen Ping smiled.

He is obviously not particularly interested in the idea of ​​a piece of cake or a piece of cake.

However, Guo Fan seemed to have misunderstood what Chen Ping meant, and said: Of course, I know that even if the film is worth 100 million, it is very different from what you, Mr. Chen Ping, have in Hollywood. However, if the film is released, I We can also promise to give you 10% of the box office share.”

Let's not talk about the chips and divisions for now.

Chen Ping waved his hand: You just said that your production cost is 300 million. If I alone cost 100 million, then you only have 200 million. The rest will have to hire some other actors, even if you don't hire big stars. It will cost tens of millions. It is quite fatal for an excellent science fiction film to have insufficient production funds.

this……

Guo Fan didn't know what to say for a while.

However, Chen Ping did not refuse directly.

After all, it was Uncle Da who introduced me, so I have to give Uncle Da some face.

After thinking for a while, Chen Ping said: Can you give me a copy of your script? I will go back and read it before I give you an answer.

sure.

Although Chen Ping did not agree, Guo Fan was a little disappointed.

However, Guo Fan was still well prepared and took out the script from his bag: Teacher Chen Ping, this is our script. The character we asked you to guest star is Liu Peiqiang, an astronaut on the space station.

Liu Peiqiang, space station astronaut?

Chen Ping was stunned.

He felt that this name was very familiar.

Open the script and take a look, yes.

No wonder it's so familiar.

I only saw the name on the script, which read: The Wandering Earth.

Isn't this the work of Liu Cixin, who secretly writes novels in an electric power company?