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"Operation Mekong" became a hit before it was released.

While the major film and television companies were feeling emotional, they also turned their attention to watching the movie, wondering how China Film would face it.

Will Director Han and Zhang Hongsen get angry and fight with Hengyu and Bona?

As for whether the two sides win or lose, it is best to lose both sides and attack the street together.

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They think too much.

This time, China Film made no comment and continued to promote "Avengers 2" unhurriedly. It was not worried that "Operation Mekong" would pose a threat to the imported films released in June.

Zhang Hongsen, in particular, burst out laughing when he learned the news and told his subordinates: Fang Ziheng is so young and charming, why is Yu Dong going crazy too?

I really think these five imported films are made of mud!

There are five movies in Encirclement and Suppression, and even if "Operation Mekong" succeeds, the box office will not be much higher.

In this move, Fang Ziheng really went too narrow!

There are many people who share the same idea, including famous and active directors such as Feng Pants, Chen Daren and Jia Zhangke.

The crew of "Old Paoer".

After Feng Pengtong finished shooting a few sets of shots, he took the water glass from his assistant and came to the monitor to review the footage.

While he was checking it, he smiled at the director of "Lao Pao Er" and said: ""Operation Mekong" is scheduled to be released. Should we also schedule the film for National Day?"

"Don't, don't!"

Guan Hui was startled, stretched out his hand to stop Feng's pants, shook his head and said: "People raise the stall to pursue popularity and create a publicity hot spot. If we have a good slot, we won't choose it. We will go to the National Day stall to do it!"

"Besides, "Old Paoer" is not the kind of comedy or drama that makes a big splash, so it's better to stay steady."

Hearing this, Feng Pengtong nodded slightly, secretly cursing that he was infected by Fang Ziheng and almost fell into the pit.

He sat down on the chair next to the monitor, unscrewed the water glass, took two sips, and smiled to himself.

"This time, Fang Ziheng miscalculated."

"It is indeed a good publicity tactic to promote a movie by mentioning it, but "Operation Mekong" will not fare well in the face of the encirclement and suppression of five imported films.

Out of five movies, as long as one of them explodes into a billion dollars, or two of them are small hits and earn 78 to 8 billion, it will be difficult for "Operation Mekong"! "

"Haha, he is different from us now. He is not only a great director, but also the helmsman of a multi-billion dollar entertainment empire. To him, losing a movie is nothing!"

Guan smiled, but his words were not optimistic about "Operation Mekong", and there was a bit of sourness in his words.

Feng Tongtong touched his long beard and said in a serious voice: "I also want to know how good Fang Ziheng's eyesight is. He dares to face five imported films of hard steel. Haha, as long as "Avengers 2" is released tomorrow. If it breaks out, one of the next five imported films will definitely have the potential to be a hit!"

These words express the sentiments of most filmmakers in the industry.

Using only probability statistics, everyone can analyze the risks of "Operation Mekong" being released on May 26.

In the early morning of May 12th.

"Avengers 2" has officially entered theaters across the country, marking China Film Corporation's second shot at going public.

The movie lasts 140 minutes, from beginning to end, and the IMAX special effects are truly shocking.

In addition, this is not a standard popcorn movie. The theme is more profound, the universe is grander, and a lot of science fiction content is added.

In terms of reputation, it's not much better than "Transformers 4".

As the sequel to the world's most popular superhero series, "Avengers 2", the movie's box office did not disappoint China Film Group Corporation, and even far exceeded the expectations of Director Han, Zhang Hongsen and others.

32 million at midnight, 192 million on the 12th, and 224 million on the first day!

It topped the single-day box office list with overwhelming momentum, with 7,560 midnight screenings alone, second only to "Fast 7" which was released not long ago.

The brilliant record once again shocked the mainland film industry.

No one in the industry is a fool, and there are even smart people among them.

Judging only from the current film schedule of "Avengers 2" and the first-day box office on weekdays, the single-day box office will definitely continue to rise in the next few days and reverse the decline.

According to feedback from many parties, the pre-sales situation in IMAX theaters in various places is surprisingly hot, which has led to an increase in the pre-sale box office on Saturdays and Sundays.

The fact is exactly as everyone predicted.

After the first day.

On Wednesday, the single-day box office was 125 million. Although it exceeded 100 million, it was a full 70 million less than the first day.

On Thursday, the box office trend dropped again, with only 92 million in a single day.

After two consecutive days of diving, the popularity of the movie did not diminish at all, and then it bottomed out.

On Friday, the reputation of "Avengers 2" opened up. With the strong support of theaters across the country, it once again grossed 126 million with 60.1% of the film schedule, tying the second day's score of 125 million.

The arrival of Saturday has given "Avengers 2" a pair of flying wings.

The single-day box office rose to 240 million, surpassing the 224 million on the first day, achieving a true reversal of decline.

This wasn't the end yet. Then on Sunday, the movie's reputation began to spread, and the box office in a single day was a perfect 170 million.

During the six days of the first weekend, the total box office was 977 million!

The terrifying box office trend is only 23 million short of reaching the 1 billion club.

The media and the audience who like to watch Hollywood blockbusters are once again in a state of excitement, crazily boasting about "Avengers 2".

Especially those who look down on domestic movies. Although they don't criticize major film and television companies like "Fast 7" was a hit, they still hold on to domestic movies and think that domestic movies are really finished.

And more domestic movie lovers are clenching their fists while looking forward to the release time of "Operation Mekong" coming soon.

Time flew by.

May 25th.

The Hengyu Cinema International Cinema in Dongzhimen, the imperial capital, has been crowded with people since four o'clock in the afternoon.

In the square outside the cinema, red flags were waved and colorful flags were flying.

A large group of spectators came to attend the first day ceremony of "Operation Mekong" with tickets, chatting and laughing while waiting.

"It has finally begun. I really want to see the counterattack of domestic films as soon as possible!"

"It's coming soon. Since Fang Ziheng dares to move "Operation Mekong" ahead of schedule, he must have enough confidence in the movie."

"That's right, if you don't tell me, Fang Laoliu is definitely a master when it comes to movies. His vision is unmistakable!"

".. Speaking of which, I thought "Avengers 2" was so awesome. It only had 370 million in the second week, so it's not that great!"

"Haha... To be honest, the 977 million in the first week really shocked me. I was afraid that there would be another "Fast 7", but I didn't expect that it would be cut in half in the second week!"

"If you put it this way, the five imported films that will be released in the next few days are nothing to worry about!"

"Not necessarily, it still depends on the first-day box office, but the probability of another "Fast 7" is almost zero."

"Why do you think so much? Just support "Operation Mekong" and that's it!"

"Yes, have you seen the trailer? The special team goes straight to the Golden Triangle. It's a blast!"

"I also watched it. Gao Gang, played by Liu Ye, is not too majestic at all!"

"Hey, there are plots about the Golden Triangle in Hong Kong police movies every year, but there is no movie where the male protagonist can take advantage of the Golden Triangle."

"Yes. In Uncle Long's "Police Story: Super Cop", the characters in the play seem to have caused a big fuss in the Golden Triangle."

"It's two different things. It's Du Xiao versus Du Xiao, and Uncle Long and Yang Ziqiong are undercover agents."

The buzzing discussions added endless popularity to the cinema.

As time went by, groups of guests came in costumes, and the audience walked into the screening hall with tickets from another channel.

Backstage Lounge No.1.

Fang Ziheng ate a bowl of rice noodles to fill his stomach and introduced several important guests into the lounge.

Tonight, he and Yu Dong personally greeted them, divided into two groups, Yu Dong was outside and he was inside.

"Come on, everyone, let's sit down and talk."

Fang Ziheng stood tall and greeted Chen Yu, Wang Zhongjun, Wang Changtian, Song Ge, Chen Wu, Moying Ren Zhong, Huaying Fu Ruoqing, and Baoli Group's deputy director in charge of the cultural industry to take their seats with a smile on his face.

It’s also funny to say.

Wang Zhongjun, Wang Changtian and others came here today not only to support "Operation Mekong" and express their support for domestic films, but also to meet Fang Ziheng in person and ask their opinions on Hollywood films.

Well, there are other crooked ideas!

As soon as they sat down, the two of them looked at each other and bowed their hands to Chen Yu, the representative of China Film and Television, showing that they had no ill intentions.

Then, the two looked at Fang Ziheng, and Wang Zhongjun, the boss of Huayi, was the first to speak.

"Director Fang, the current situation is difficult to handle. The summer season hasn't even started yet, but Hollywood blockbusters are hitting the market one after another.

"Fast 7" has exceeded 2.5 billion, and "Avengers 2" is about to break 1.5 billion. Counting "Jurassic World" released on June 10, there will be six imported films released in the next half month.

With so many blockbuster films gathering together, it’s an understatement to say that the wolf is coming. Our domestic film market has finally gotten a little better. After this bombing, don’t go back to the pre-liberation period and work hard to marry outsiders! "

There was a hint of sadness in Wang Zhongjun's words. I wonder if he was worried about the prospects of domestic films.

Then, Wang Changtian also spoke quietly and said with a sullen face: "Except for "The Richest Man in Xihong City", in the first half of this year, it can be said that the world of Hollywood blockbusters is dominated by Hollywood blockbusters, especially "Fast 7", which sold nearly 2.6 billion. This box office, for The annual champion has an extremely huge impact!”

"Domestic movies are still a bit weak!"

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After saying that, Wang Changtian and Wang Zhongjun both sighed.

Chen Yu, who was listening to this sigh, was heartbroken.

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You two bitches, if you want to criticize China Film and Television, just say so. What are you doing by criticizing Sang and Huai? Is it interesting?

Chen Yu glanced at Wang Zhongjun and Wang Changtian and said nothing, but the warning in his eyes was very obvious.

What's the point of playing tricks in front of me? If you have the ability, come to China Film and Television and tell Director Han in front of him.

Then, Chen Yu looked at the old gods Ren Zhong and Fu Ruoqing, and snorted softly.

Two old guys, quite good at playing, found two people to help.

Song Ge from Wanda Pictures, Vice Director Li from Baoli, and Chen Wu from Tengxun Pictures smiled lightly and refused to answer their questions.

They looked at Fang Ziheng, waiting for his opinion.

Fang Ziheng lit the cigarette in his hand, took a deep breath, looked at everyone and said: "China Film Co., Ltd. is about to be listed, and it is inevitable to achieve results. The two directors don't need to pay too much attention."

What he said was very straightforward, and he directly pointed out the reason why imported films were concentrated during this period!

In his heart, he cursed Wang Zhongjun and Wang Chang!

Your sister still wants to drag me into a trap!

Hua Yi, Guangxian and there are no movies released, so you two should stop crying like a cat and pretending to be compassionate.

While complaining, he also looked at Ren Zhong and Fu Ruoqing, and cursed secretly again.

Okay, stop pretending.

You can tell at a glance that it's you two who are behind this.

After complaining.

Fang Ziheng changed the subject and continued: "As I said again, records are meant to be broken. The 3 billion box office of "I'm Not the God of Medicine" is right there. Whoever has the ability can just go up and overturn it. Someone on our side is not only There won’t be any complaints, and I will clap my hands in congratulations.”

"Yes, Director Fang is right."

Chen Yu nodded repeatedly after hearing this, and continued with a smile: "Under the law of the market, any industry is moving forward, and there will be no long-term record. "Fast 7" now has a box office of more than 2.5 billion, which seems to be very high. , but only a little more than "Tang Detective 2" and "The Richest Man in Xihong City".

The two directors were so worried. How could they know that there would be no big hit domestic movie to come out to save the world and remake "Fast 7" again! "

After hearing these words, Wang Zhongjun and Wang Changtian's eyelids jumped, and they wanted to give Chen Yu a thumbs up on the spot.

If they knew there was a big hit movie, they would have invested in it a long time ago, so why bother pretending here?

Ren Zhong, Fu Ruoqing, Song Ge, and Chen Wu also fell into deep thought, and their expressions gradually became indifferent.

The film industry is high risk and crisis.

It seems that the domestic film market is constantly expanding, and the potential seems to be endless. The market value and valuation of major film companies are rising again and again.

But...you also have to have good works to back it up!

Originally, there was only one company, Hengyu Media, which was superior. Although everyone was envious, they did not feel pressured.

Fang Ziheng is not a solitary eater. From time to time, everyone cooperates and gets a piece of fat, which is very enjoyable.

Moreover, Hengyu Media relies on its solid production capabilities to dominate the mainland film market. Wang Zhongjun and others cannot be jealous even if they want to.

Hengyu is there, everyone can learn from it and imitate it!

But now the situation is different. China Film suddenly had a big explosion, using imported films to increase its market share and indirectly suppressing domestic films.

You said you were going public, but who would believe it?

As the saying goes, we don’t worry about scarcity but inequality!

Rather than complaining about "Operation Mekong", everyone is sad because they don't have it.

They are not worried that there is no market, but that there will be uneven distribution after there is a market.

Leaving aside Hengyu and his family, other film and television companies including China Film, Magic Film, and China Film Group hardly have any confidence in producing a movie.

It can only be defined and analyzed from the script, director, and actors!

Unlike Hengyu Media, the production method is completely industrialized and can continue to create high-quality content for a long time.

In this case, everyone is the same and has similar abilities, so why can China Film Group have the rights to import films?

Not to mention, you still get together and make trouble.

China Film's behavior in the past two months was indeed a bit excessive in the eyes of everyone, especially Ren Zhong and Fu Ruoqing, who were itching with hatred.

They are all companies that lead the country, why?

The lounge was completely silent for a while, the atmosphere gradually solidified, and the faces of several people were so beautiful.

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Yu Dong pushed the door open and came in. He cheerfully said, "Everyone, it's almost time. Let's go out and watch the ceremony together."

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As soon as Yu Dong arrived, the solemn atmosphere was immediately broken, and smiles reappeared on everyone's faces.

Fang Ziheng took a look and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Damn it!

These guys, none of them are fuel-efficient, want to use him to work for China Film and Television. What are they thinking?

They wouldn't think that "Operation Mekong" chose to premiere today just to compete with China Film Group Corporation, right?