Huayu 1992, my entertainment era

Stephen Chow was willing to attend the premiere of Tazza despite the world's disapproval.

In sharp contrast, some of Zhou Ziheng's friends surrendered to the Hong Kong circle's suppression of Zhou Ziheng.

Johnnie To and others didn’t say anything. Because of the Hong Kong circle’s ban on Chow Chi Hang, they directly withdrew from Hengyu Films.

The people who disappointed Zhou Ziheng the most were Tony Leung and Carina Lau.

This couple had always had a good relationship with Zhou Ziheng.

But after Zhou Ziheng was banned in the Hong Kong circle, the couple chose to back off.

They had made a cameo appearance in Tazza and were supposed to attend the premiere.

But two days before the premiere, the two called Zhou Ziheng to tell him that they couldn't come due to some matters.

Zhou Ziheng knew the reason.

I don’t blame them.

Everyone has his own choice.

Since they chose to distance themselves from themselves because of the ban in the Hong Kong circle.

Then I won't become so resentful.

After Tony Leung and Carina Lau hinted that they wanted to draw a line between themselves and him, he immediately transferred the two their remuneration for their guest appearance in "Tazza".

Now that the boundaries have been drawn, there is no need for me to really let others make a free guest appearance.

It’s not like he really can’t afford that little pay.

……

"Thank you very much for attending the premiere of Tazza: Tazza. Don't leave after the movie ends. I have prepared a dinner at the Shangri-La Hotel. Please come and join us!"

In his speech before the movie started, Zhou Ziheng did not say a lot of long-winded things. He just said a few brief words and then left the stage with the main creative team.

The quality of a movie still matters.

If he had not offended the Hong Kong circle, he would definitely have hoped for some positive reviews from film critics.

Now!
He had little hope of that.

Instead of talking about some meaningless words, it is better to let everyone see the quality of the movie.

At that time, those who are willing to give good reviews will give good reviews even if he doesn't ask them in a long-winded way.

Not to mention those who are unwilling to give good reviews and are determined to discredit "The Swindler", no matter what you say, they will not give you good reviews.

After all, they are here just to smear you.

After stepping down from the stage, Zhou Ziheng did not sit with the crew, but sat with the senior executives of Chow Tai Fook and Libang.

The two companies endorsed by Zhou Ziheng are very supportive of him.

Not only did the CEO come in person to support the premiere, but his media resources also carried out large-scale publicity for him as usual.

“We have informed TVB that they will not get involved in the fight between you and Hong Kong filmmakers.

TVB will continue to cooperate with you as always."

After sitting down, Zhou Ziheng started chatting with Libang and Chow Tai Fook’s current helmsman Cheng Yu-tung.

Cheng Yutong told Zhou Ziheng some pretty good news.

As one of the two major television stations in Hong Kong, TVB is definitely an indispensable channel in the Hong Kong entertainment industry.

Zhou Ziheng has always been worried that TVB would join the Hong Kong circle in the crackdown on him.

If TVB also gets involved, his situation will definitely be more difficult.

Now, Libang and Chow Tai Fook, two major Hong Kong group companies, have jointly negotiated with TVB.

He doesn't have to worry about TVB getting involved in this matter.

"I won't say much to thank you. After our contract ends, I will give priority to continuing to cooperate with you!"

Zhou Ziheng said solemnly.

Why do Libang and Chow Tai Fook stand firmly on his side?
The purpose is to win him over and make him give priority to continuing to cooperate with them after the three-year contract ends.

But this is not a big problem for Zhou Ziheng.

It's an endorsement!
As long as the price is right and both parties are comfortable working together, it doesn’t matter who you work with.

On the screen, the movie started and everyone focused on the movie.

The plot of the movie slowly began to unfold. "The camera sense is good. Although Zhou Ziheng is a crossover, he is a good director."

While watching, Luo Weiming talked to Wang Qiang, a Hong Kong film editor next to him.

“Sometimes, you have to admit that some people in this world are geniuses.

Although Zhou Ziheng is a first-rate troublemaker, it is undeniable that no one can doubt his talent. "

Wang Qiang replied with deep agreement.

"From what I can see so far, his acting skills have improved a lot compared to when he was in 'The New Hard Times'.

If his subsequent performances in this play are not bad, he will hopefully win an award.”

Zou Liyan, a contracted film critic for Oriental Daily News, who was sitting behind the two of them, interrupted.

Luo Weiming and the other man nodded and continued to focus on the movie.

Different from "God of Gamblers" and previous gambling films in Hong Kong.

Although "The Con Man" is a gambling film, it does not focus too much on gambling skills. Instead, it has a lot of descriptions of various psychological factors and the eight traditional gamblers.

Every gambling game can even be said to be a carefully planned scam.

From the initial layout, to the psychological game at the beginning of the gambling, and the private fighting, it can be said to be tense and exciting, and everyone enjoyed it very much.

After the movie started, Zhou Ziheng kept paying attention to the fans and guests.

He was very satisfied with everyone's performance.

There were hundreds of people gathered in the theater, but there was very little noise.

Almost everyone's attention was focused on the movie.

When there are thrilling scenes in the movie, everyone will gasp and worry about the protagonist in the movie.

Even in the first hour and a half after the movie started, very few people went to the bathroom.

Only occasionally one or two people seemed to be unable to hold it any longer and rushed to the toilet.

When walking towards the toilet, these people would keep looking back at the screen, for fear of missing out on the exciting plot.

"It can be seen that everyone likes your play very much. It should be a big hit at the box office!"

Cheng Yutong was sitting next to Zhou Ziheng, and he naturally noticed that Zhou Ziheng was frequently watching the fans' reactions.

Seeing that everyone's attention was on the movie, he couldn't help but smile and praise it.

"I don't expect it to sell well, but as long as my investment doesn't go down the drain, I'll be satisfied."

Zhou Ziheng didn't expect the movie to sell for 40 or 50 million at the box office.

A box office of 40 or 50 million cannot be achieved by quality alone; subsequent publicity and word of mouth have a great impact.

Given his relationship with the Hong Kong entertainment industry, even if the movie is of good quality, there will probably be a lot of negative reviews.

Under the guidance of negative reviews, movie fans will be greatly affected and many people may not go to the theaters.

In this case, there will definitely be a ceiling on movie box office.

"You can actually give in. As the saying goes, it's better to resolve a feud than to create one. If we continue to be at loggerheads, it will do no good to either of you."

Cheng Yutong said in a low voice.

Zhou Ziheng's feud with the entire Hong Kong circle has almost become the theme of the Chinese film industry this summer.

The fight between the two sides over this matter has become heated.

While engaging in verbal battles, both sides are also squeezing their own living space.

From the current perspective, Zhou Ziheng is clearly the one suffering the loss.

After all, he is facing the entire Hong Kong circle.

As the saying goes, three people make a tiger, not to mention that there are so many people in the Hong Kong circle, including big names like Jackie Chan.

Zhou Ziheng shook his head, "It's impossible for me to give in.

At worst, if I lose, I will just give up the Hong Kong market.

As for them, they are playing at home now and they have the advantage.

In a few years, I'll show them what it means to play at home."

(End of this chapter)