ebookland Chapter 766
Chapter 766
As a result, the creative team behind "The Battle at Lake Changjin" had a major disagreement due to the film's poor box office performance.
"It's over, it's really over."
"We only had less than 3% of the screenings per day, it seems the theaters are going to give up on us too."
"..."
"I told you long ago that we could just make a casual tribute film, but now look what's happened. The investment is so huge, and at the current rate of return, we won't break even until 4202."
……
Hearing these comments, the other creators could only sigh helplessly.
"Let's wait a little longer, let's wait a little longer."
Everyone felt there was still hope.
Because, whether it's the actors or the director, whether it's the location or the special effects...
They are all perfect!
However, the box office performance did not meet expectations, so there must be a problem somewhere.
These people with grievances glanced at the director; he was a famous director, someone they couldn't afford to offend.
Take another look at the actors.
Several of them are popular actors, but the only male lead, Haojing, although not popular, is a great fighter!
Therefore, the problem must be with...
It's the screenwriter's fault!
"I told you long ago, Su Yu is a newcomer. No matter how good his script is, it hasn't been tested by the market."
"It's normal for him to fall flat on his face. It's kind of you all to play along with this farce."
……
The other main creators, who had been silent, started talking after hearing the complaints about Su Yu.
He immediately retorted:
"How can you blame Su Yu for this?"
"The script was selected by the State Administration of Culture and Tourism."
"Moreover, Xiao Su also invested a lot of money in this movie."
"..."
Haojing was even more direct, his face full of anger, clenching his fists as he looked at the person who had just spoken.
"Did I...did I say something wrong?"
That person still wouldn't back down.
"That's just how it is, and who knows how many people are laughing at us now."
While everyone was arguing and unable to reach a consensus.
Suddenly, someone suggested, "Why don't we call Su Yu and ask him?"
Why are you calling Su Yu?
The crowd asked, puzzled.
"Because Su Yu invested a lot of money."
Rough words are not rough.
Su Yu can be considered the biggest investor in this film.
They not only provided the script, but also invested a lot of money.
Regardless of how this movie turns out, we should listen to Su Yu's opinion.
"Let me do it."
Chen Kaige spoke up.
Of all these people, he was most familiar with Su Yu, and he was the first director chosen.
soon.
Chen Kaige dialed Su Yu's number.
"box office?"
"Offline?"
"Withdrawal?"
"..."
Su Yu became increasingly alarmed as he listened.
"Get out of here!"
If they actually withdraw from theaters, they'll suffer a huge loss.
Everyone: "Damn it, you're swearing!"
On second thought, "It seems they didn't scold me, so it's good that they did."
The person being scolded glared angrily: "There's not a single twig here."
Su Yu ignored what they were saying and went straight to the point:
"Director Chen, what are the current challenges facing our film?"
Su Yu took a deep breath.
"Theatrical release schedule!"
Chen Kaige couldn't help but sigh.
"Our movie is very good, but the screening schedule is terrible."
"The main reason is that the box office performance of films made to commemorate the occasion has always been very poor."
Chen Kaige explained.
Sometimes, making a tribute film feels more like a mission.
The task assigned by my superiors.
Once the video is filmed and uploaded, the task is complete.
As for how many screenings were shown in theaters and how much box office revenue was generated...
Nobody cares.
The higher-ups don't care.
Those below naturally didn't put in the effort either.
Over time, tribute films have become synonymous with bad movies.
As a result, cinemas were caught in a dilemma.
If we don't schedule screenings, we're going against the government.
However, the screening schedule didn't appeal to the audience.
It's clearly a business that's losing money.
Who would be willing to do it!
Therefore, in order to solve this problem, cinemas set the number of screenings for tribute films to the minimum each year.
This way, the political task can be accomplished without losing too much money.
why not!
"Okay, I understand."
Su Yu spoke up.
Chen Kaige immediately grasped the mystery in Su Yu's words and pressed on, asking, "Little Su, do you have a solution?"
However, Su Yu did not answer his question.
Instead, the conversation took a turn.
When asked, it was revealed that it was someone who had suggested withdrawing the film "The Battle at Lake Changjin" from its release schedule.
Upon hearing Su Yu's question, many people at the scene looked at the small group of people from before.
"So what if we said it?"
"Yes, yes!"
……
The crowd murmured among themselves.
These sounds were also transmitted to Su Yu's ears via his mobile phone.
Chen Kaige whispered, "Xiao Su, we're in the conference room now."
however.
Su Yu neither confirmed nor denied this.
He continued speaking to himself:
"Director Chen, if there are people involved in this box office revenue sharing, find a way to get rid of them."
Everyone: "???"
what's going on?
"Kick him out?"
"real or fake!"
It's worth noting that there are quite a few producers and production companies involved.
If he were really kicked out, wouldn't that offend people terribly?
However, Chen Kaige noticed that Su Yu's tone was very resolute.
"Kick us out?"
"Hehe, they're really fearless like newborn calves."
"Without us, I'm afraid the movie 'The Battle at Lake Changjin' wouldn't even have gotten 3% of the screenings."
"..."
This group of people are not afraid of actually being kicked out.
After all, the number of screenings is a guarantee for a movie.
However, the next second, everyone heard Su Yu say something that was sure to shock them.
P.S.: Because I was reminded beforehand, the movie "The Battle at Lake Changjin" was renamed "The Waters of Lake Changjin." There was nothing I could do about it. ┓(?0?7?6?6`)┏