PFC Chapter 220 "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate"
Chapter 220 "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate"
Gu Heng was discussing with his uncle Liu Jun about going to France to scout locations.
As the home of the alien mastermind "Omega" in the original film "Edge of Tomorrow," Paris plays a crucial role in the movie.
According to the storyline, alien mimicry swept across the entire European continent in just five years.
It was five years after the events of the original storyline.
And France, once again, has fallen.
However, this time it's longer than 38 days, so even alien mimicry won't work.
The final scene is the protagonist leading his squad to storm the Louvre.
It was jokingly referred to by netizens as "the most difficult battle to conquer France in modern history".
Gu Heng also intends to basically follow the original film's setting.
At least this time, the Golden Gate Bridge was saved.
But the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre are definitely going to suffer as well.
After Gu Heng explained all the precautions in detail, he finished.
Liu Jun, the younger brother, accepted the task and led his team off to France to handle the filming arrangements.
No sooner had he left than Gu Heng's phone on the table vibrated.
Upon picking it up, the screen flashed the name of Yu Dong, the CEO of Bona Film Group.
"Oh my, Mr. Gu! Congratulations! The box office success of 'Source Code' is making us old guys extremely envious!"
As soon as the call connected, Yu Dong's enthusiastic voice came through.
"Mr. Yu, you're too kind. Everyone makes money."
After exchanging a few polite words, Yu Dong changed the subject.
"Mr. Gu, are you on set right now? I have some things I'd like to discuss with you in person, and I'd also like to see your massive $1.5 million project. Is that convenient?"
Are some things that need to be discussed in person? Why do we have to come to the film set for a visit?
Gu Heng was a little confused about what Yu Dong was up to.
However, Bona is a big player in the industry, and they have had pleasant collaborations before.
Gu Heng readily agreed.
In the afternoon, a black Mercedes pulled up in front of the film crew's temporary base.
Yu Dong strode out of the car, accompanied by a man wearing a baseball cap and sunglasses, who was slender.
Gu Heng recognized him at a glance.
Isn't that Xu Laoguai?
"Mr. Gu, I'm sorry to bother you!" Yu Dong extended his hand from a distance.
"Mr. Yu, Director Xu, welcome, welcome."
Gu Heng smiled and welcomed the two inside, then led them on a tour of the set under construction.
Even Yu Dong and Tsui Hark, who are used to big events, were secretly shocked as they watched the journey.
Inside the warehouse, rows of exoskeletons stood silently, their cold metallic sheen exuding a powerful aura.
There were also several modified Type 59 tanks nearby, although they were simply retired tanks with futuristic-looking shells added.
But the tracks and gun barrels were genuine.
This was only a portion that Gu Heng had borrowed from the military region, and soldiers guarded it throughout the entire process.
When it's turned on, its sheer presence alone will be enough to intimidate people.
Xu Ke, a well-known tech fanatic, was stunned by the sight.
He touched the metallic texture of the exoskeleton armor and was amazed.
After arriving at the conference room and taking his seat, Yu Dong accepted the tea offered by his assistant and couldn't help but sigh.
"Director Gu, you've really pulled off something big this time! Who wouldn't be confused by this spectacle?"
Gu Heng had tea poured for them, took a sip, and said with a smile, "The platter is large, so the food naturally has to match. Mr. Yu and Director Xu didn't come here just to praise me, did they?"
After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Yu Dong finally got to the point.
"To be honest, the main reason I came here is for Director Xu's new film," Yu Dong said, glancing to the side.
Xu Ke understood immediately, and pulled a thick script out of his bag, pushing it in front of Gu Heng.
Gu Heng looked down and saw: Flying Swords of Dragon Gate!
Good guy!
"You ask me what the Western Depot is? Now I'll tell you!"
Yu Huatian, the beauty queen of the West Depot, is coming soon?
Xu Ke didn't hold back and spoke frankly about his thoughts.
He wanted to make this film the first 3D martial arts film in China.
In fact, when he was filming "Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame", he took this script to Huayi Brothers.
However, after evaluation, Huayi's senior management felt that 3D technology was too risky.
There was no mature experience in China, and fearing that the costs would not be recovered, the project was rejected outright.
Huayi Brothers won't invest, but Bona Film Group wants to!
Yu Dong's ambitions are now very high, watching as Vision, Enlight Media, and Huayi Brothers are fiercely competing in the Lunar New Year film season.
Bona Film Group desperately needs a blockbuster with box office dominance to solidify its position.
The two hit it off immediately.
However, this is a 2 million yuan investment, which is a bit of a burden for Bona Film Group, let alone a trial run in 3D.
Seeing that Gu Heng was working on 3D science fiction with a top-notch technical team, Yu Dong pulled Xu Ke over to sound him out.
As long as Gu Heng nods and says "okay," they'll do it right away!
If Gu Heng were willing to invest a little, that would be perfect.
As Gu Heng listened, his expression became strange.
From what you're saying, it's like Bona is going to invest in projects that Huayi dares not invest in.
Bona Film Group will film the 3D movies that Huayi Brothers dare not film.
Why don't you end with something like, "Act first, report later, it's a special privilege of imperial authority"?
Then you threw my teacup out of the conference room?
However, Gu Heng had no reason to turn away such lucrative offers.
"Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" is a rare Chinese 3D film that achieved both critical and commercial success, later making a fortune.
Memorable moments also frequently appeared.
Gu Heng pretended to flip through the script, but in reality, he knew the plot better than anyone else.
He closed the script and tapped it lightly on the table:
"The script is fine; 3D martial arts films have great potential!"
Upon hearing this, Yu Dong and Xu Ke both breathed a sigh of relief, their hearts finally settling down.
"Since you're so optimistic, Director Gu, would Vision Entertainment be interested in joining forces?" Yu Dong readily extended the invitation.
"Play, of course we have to play. Let's talk about how to cooperate." Gu Heng leaned back in his chair with a smile.
After some haggling, Gu Heng secured a 30% stake in the 2 million yuan film.
That's just how investors in big-budget films are.
For people like Yu Dong and Xu Ke, all they need to consider is whether the film can make money and whether there will be an audience willing to buy it.
But Gu Heng considered things much more thoroughly.
To realize his grand vision for entertainment, he had to be hands-on.
He has to pay first.
……
……
Then they collect the money.
Who can understand the hardships and torment of waiting involved?
Is this what a reborn person is like?
You're saying I'm 24 and still don't have a system? Is that right?
Gu Heng suddenly remembered a joke he had seen in his previous life.
How about I send three dog emojis and see?
He picked up his phone and captured three dog heads online.
I sent it to the little fox.
The little fox replied instantly.
"???"