Chapter 228 New Year’s Surprise

After the tightly packed two people walked into the cinema, they found that it was almost full. When they sat down, people around them were also discussing.

"Not only are there Hong Kong stars like Andy Lau and Tony Leung, but the heroine is Li Xiaoran!"

After hearing this, Li Xiaoran took off the hat on her head, revealing her eyes with a smile. Wu Yuchen also smiled and rubbed her hair.

This time the two of them went to watch "Infernal Affairs" together. On the one hand, they wanted to reminisce about the feeling of going on a date to watch a movie. On the other hand, it was because Li Xiaoran played the role of psychiatrist Li Xin'er in "Infernal Affairs".

Kelly Chen played this role in her previous life, and she was actually quite good. However, Kelly Chen has nothing to do with Wu Yuchen, so she simply gave the role to Li Xiaoran. She was already well-known in Hong Kong and Taiwan, so it was no problem to play such a role.

After the lights in the cinema went out, Li Xiaoran, who had been bored for a while, took off the scarf and mask, and took a long breath. However, he was afraid of being seen by the people next to him, so he simply got out. She entered Wu Yuchen's arms, leaned against his chest and adjusted an angle to watch.

At the beginning of the movie, there are scenes of the two protagonists when they were young. On one side is Wu Yanzu, who is following Han Chen to burn incense and worship Buddha in the temple, and on the other side is Huang Xiaoming, who was selected from the police academy.

Yes, the young actors of the two protagonists are also different from the original version. The original version used photographers Chen and Yu Wenle, but now Wu Yanzu and Huang Xiaoming were selected by Wu Yuchen. To be honest, Wu Yanzu and Huang Xiaoming are now more famous than Guan Xige and Yu Wenle. Even if the crew is asked to choose, they will be used. There is no objection at all.

The reason why Wu Yuchen chose them was naturally to prepare for "Infernal Affairs 2". With the advantage of foresight, he naturally knew that "Infernal Affairs" would be a great success. Then the prequel of "Infernal Affairs 2" would also be launched, and the two young men Wu Yanzu and Huang Xiaoming would naturally have to take on the leading role. .

The pace of "Infernal Affairs" is very fast, and the audience's hearts are closely following the plot.

"I didn't have a choice before, but now I want to be a good person." After hearing this sentence, many viewers felt sympathy for Liu Dehua. The rooftop showdown between the two also filled the atmosphere and atmosphere. .

When policeman Big B, played by Jack Lam, came over, most viewers thought that was the end. Andy Lau was sent to prison, and Tony Leung went from darkness to light. After all, that was how the movies in the past played out.

However, the subsequent development was completely beyond their expectations. The moment Liang Chaowei stepped into the elevator, gunfire rang out. Not only the shock remained in the eyes of Liang Chaowei and Liu Dehua on the screen, but also all the audiences in the theater were shocked!

This guy Big B is actually an undercover agent! The protagonist Liang Chaowei was beaten to death by this inconspicuous guy!

There is nothing cliché about this movie from beginning to end, the plot is completely unpredictable, and now even the leading actor in the movie is dead!

However, this was not over yet. After the elevator door closed, there were several more gunshots, and then Big B was also seen falling down with several gunshots. This series of accidents and reversals shocked all the audience. At this time At this moment, I just feel shocked. As all the police at the elevator entrance pointed their guns at Liu Dehua, the movie ended at this time.

Many viewers only felt that it took a while to recover. After watching it, they were quite touched and felt as excited as watching a classic movie. This movie was really well shot!

Some people were reminiscing about the plot of the movie they just watched. The whole process was tense and exciting. Looking back now, they were unexpected and unfulfilled, and they actually had the urge to watch it again. He immediately said to his friends:

"You are worthy of being Director Wu, a great international director, for such a wonderful Hong Kong film. It is the most awesome Hong Kong police and gangster film I have ever seen!"

"It's well-deserved, it's well-deserved!"

"The acting is good and the filming is good. I cannot say enough about Wu Yuchen's skills! I see his name is also included in the script. It's really amazing!"

At this time, Li Xiaoran was still lying in Wu Yuchen's arms. Listening to the people around him praising Wu Yuchen, he couldn't help but poke him gently with his finger and asked with a smile: "A great director who has never been to the set for a day, how can he be so Many people are bragging about you, are you ashamed?"

"What's the point? Although I didn't go to the set, I gave a lot of advice on scripts, shooting and editing." Wu Yuchen said while putting on a mask and scarf on Li Xiaoran.

At the same time, thousands of miles away in Hong Kong Island, a group of senior movie fans and filmmakers were not only shocked, but also trembling with excitement after watching "Infernal Affairs".

"What a masterpiece!"

"A classic! Definitely the pinnacle of crime movies!"

"Perfect! Impeccable! Unparalleled!"

It can be said that the movies in Hong Kong Island have been declining year by year. Cheng Long and Zhou Yunfa, who are both successful in double Mondays, have left Hollywood. Zhou Xingxing did not have any movies last year. In the past two years, the movies in Hong Kong Island have also been about various romances. There are so many movies. Except for romance movies and horror movies, all movie themes are in decline, and they have completely lost the charm of the golden age of Hong Kong movies.

But this "Infernal Affairs" allows people to see the classic appearance of Hong Kong movies again!

Can it not be classic? "Infernal Affairs" has been hailed as a rescue work for Hong Kong films, and is even regarded as the number one masterpiece of Hong Kong films by many Hong Kong film lovers.

"Wu Yuchen, the number one Chinese director, is really sharp!"

"Yeah, I didn't expect him to be so good at making Hong Kong movies!"

"It seems like he's not the director?"

"Crazy Line, "A Chinese Ghost Story", "The Invincible East" and "New Dragon Gate Inn" Xu Ke is not the director. Do you dare to say that this is not the work of Mr. Xu?"

Some media outlets that responded quickly have already shouted slogans:

"A landmark Hong Kong film!"

"The masterpiece of Hong Kong films entering the new century!"

"Wu Yuchen teamed up with three major movie stars to inject a shot in the arm into the sluggish Hong Kong film market!"

No one thought these media claims were exaggerated this time, because the quality and status of "Infernal Affairs" is indeed fully worthy of these praises.

As Wu Yuchen, the first Chinese director, together with Andy Lau, Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Tony Leung Ka-fai, the three best actors, "Infernal Affairs" can be said to be the most watched movie during the Spring Festival this year. Such a great reputation and excellent film quality make it It was a box office hit upon its release. Whether it was word-of-mouth or box office, it immediately set off a wave of craze.

Wu Yuchen did not participate in the promotion of "Infernal Affairs" this time. "Infernal Affairs" itself has a luxurious lineup. This time it was introduced as a co-production and released on the Spring Festival schedule. It was also managed by China Film and Miracle Pictures. He did not need to be a producer personally. And since he was out for so long last year, he didn't want to waste any more time on it. He just wanted to spend the New Year at home and just go out and watch movies with Li Xiaoran.

But even though he didn't go to promote it, it was okay for him to make a phone call to care about the box office situation: "Manager Yu, how is the current situation of "Infernal Affairs"?"

As the distribution manager of Miracle Pictures, Yu Dong is naturally involved in the mainland distribution of "Infernal Affairs". There is no way to rest during the Chinese New Year:

"Very good! All the major theaters are very popular today. I have summarized it here. The theaters in the core locations have all sold out their movie tickets for tomorrow. Even the more remote ones have sold more than 50% of the box office. If we include those who buy tickets on-site tomorrow, they will definitely be sold out!”

Wu Yuchen smiled lightly when he heard this. This situation was not beyond his expectation.

"Thank you for your hard work, manager. I have to work overtime during the Chinese New Year~"

"Whatever Director Wu said, it's all right!" Yu Dong laughed.

After he came to Miracle Film and Television, with the help of the Miracle Film and Television platform, he was able to do distribution work like a duck in water. However, Yu Dong is also a person unwilling to be lonely. He wants to work at Miracle Film and Television first, and wait and see while accumulating money and connections. When the policy allows it in two years and he can get a distribution license, he will go out to start a film and television company on his own. .

Wu Yuchen could guess a little bit about Dong's thoughts. But he doesn't mind. Now that Miracle Films has set up a distribution racket, although every movie is released under the name of China Film, in fact, the distribution staff of his own company have already been involved. The foundation of Miracle Film and Television lies in Wu Yuchen. As long as he is still there, it doesn't matter even if Yu Dong runs away, it will still operate smoothly.

…

"It broke 40 million in 3 days. I'm celebrating the New Year, so brother Wu gave me a surprise!"

Han Sanping also called Wu Yuchen, and he couldn't hide the joy in his words. After all, the domestic movie box office has plummeted to the bottom in the past two years. Now that Han Sanping is in charge of China Film, what he has to consider is the development of the entire domestic movie market. Therefore, every work that sells well at the box office and can stimulate the market can Make him happy for days.

And this time "Infernal Affairs" "produced under the supervision of Wu Yuchen" obviously made Han Sanping happy this year, and it became a hit at the beginning of 2001.

"Haha, this time I just put my name forward and made some suggestions." Wu Yuchen said modestly.

"Hey, you can't say that. This movie has such good results in China, and half of the credit goes to your name, Mr. Wu! You can't underestimate your appeal now. I really hope you make more movies every year." Let’s make some Chinese-language movies!”

Wu Yuchen's heart moved when he heard this. There was something in Han Sanjing's words. I guess after knowing that he is currently working on a series of film projects in Hollywood, I am afraid that he will imitate Wu Baige and take root in Hollywood and disdain Chinese-language films. After all, the same movie is made and consumes the same amount of energy. Hollywood movies make more money and are more famous. Smart people will naturally know how to choose.

Wu Yuchen then smiled and expressed his stance to Han Sanjing:

"Brother Han, don't worry. My roots are in China. Chinese-language films will definitely not stop. I am now conceiving and planning my next Chinese-language film!"

Han Sanping was overjoyed when he heard this: "Okay, okay, this is the happiest thing I have heard during the Chinese New Year this year! Brother Wu, if you have any requests, just ask us, and we in China will definitely cooperate with you!"

"Brother Han, don't worry, I won't be polite if anything happens~"

"Haha, then I'll wait for the news from Brother Wu!"

After hanging up the phone, Wu Yuchen smiled. With his guarantee, Han Sanping would surely have a good year.

…

On the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, several young people walked out of the cinema arm in arm. One of them with a mustache kept talking: "Wu Yuchen is really awesome! The movie "Infernal Affairs" It’s really amazing!”

"Nonsense, he is the most powerful director among us Chinese! I think all the actors in it are great, especially Tony Leung, his eyes are so charming!"

Mustache waved his hand and said firmly: "What do you know? Actors are just tools. The biggest contribution to this drama must be Wu Yuchen!"

As he spoke, he jumped directly in front of his friend, then made a pistol-like shape with his right hand and pointed at the young man's head: "Stewed hen, I'm a police officer!"

Then he came over and hugged his friend and said: "Isn't it super cool! If I can make a movie like this, my whole life will be worth it!"

The young man who was hooked by him broke free from his hand, and then joked:

"Okay, okay, Fang Wenshan, I've come to watch it with you for the third time. If you want to make a movie, I suggest you just resign and join Director Wu to see if he is willing to take you in!"

When Fang Wenshan heard this, he immediately touched his mustache with his hand and thought seriously: "Jielun, what you said seems to make sense!"

In fact, Fang Wenshan's original dream was not to be a lyricist, but to make movies. But because he couldn't get into the film industry at all, he settled for the next best thing and wrote lyrics.

He believes that movies tell stories through images. If this method doesn't work, words and music can also tell stories. So in his spare time, he would write out lyrics when he thought of anything. As a result, he accumulated 100 lyrics. , was recruited into Alpha by Wu Zongxian.

It seems that Fang Wenshan was also full of hope when Wu Zongxian signed him into the company. Although there was no signing bonus, no basic salary, and no commitment, Wu Zongxian was the only one who gave him a chance.

However, after a while, Fang Wenshan, who had been in society for many years, realized the reality. Wu Zongxian used the same routine to sign nearly 10 songwriters for free, including Jay Chou. Everyone wrote the same song and submitted it together. It’s easier to use than anyone else’s.

In less than a year, 7 out of 10 people left, and in the end only 3 were left, including Fang Wenshan and Jay Chou. At that time, the two of them were a down-and-out singer and a down-and-out lyricist. They were both poor and lived together in the company.

But in fact, the two people despised each other at first.

Jay Chou felt that Fang Wenshan came from the countryside and was very uncouth. He didn't look like a songwriter at all, but a courier person. When they first met, he looked him up and down, which was very rude.

Fang Wenshan felt that Jay Chou joined the company at such a young age and looked like he was not paying attention to anyone. Who was he showing off to? Moreover, after reading a piece of music written by him, I thought it was very average. I felt that this guy was young, energetic, incompetent, and arrogant. So the two of them basically ignored each other.

However, during the process of producing a song for Wu Zongxian, both of them felt that the other impressed them.

Jay Chou felt that Fang Wenshan's lyrics were really good, and he made the song come alive instantly, which added a lot of points. Fang Wenshan also found it particularly exciting to write lyrics for Jay Chou's songs. Both seem to inspire each other to create more than just a job.

Since then, the two have appreciated each other and gradually communicated with each other. After Jay Chou's first album was released and became a hit last year, the situation of both of them is much better now, especially Jay Chou.

The tall and handsome Liu Genghong beside them asked Fang Wenshan:

"Hey, Fang Wenshan, are you serious? Wu Yuchen is a top director. You have no qualifications at all. You can't even meet them! I think you should write lyrics well first. You have a certain Now that you’re famous, go chase your movie dreams!”

After hearing this, Fang Wenshan couldn't help but feel a little discouraged, and sighed: "It would be great if our company was a little white bear!"

This "Infernal Affairs" is produced by Little White Bear, and Little White Bear is not only engaged in film and television, but also makes music. F4 is produced by Little White Bear! If he worked in Little White Bear, it would be much easier for him to pursue his movie dream across borders in the same company!

Thinking of this, Fang Wenshan couldn't help but have a flash of inspiration, and then clapped his hands and said: "Yeah, why didn't I think of it before, that I can write lyrics for F4! If I become the official lyricist of F4, then I can directly enter Little White Bear Alright! When the time comes, ask F4 to recommend me to the film and television department, wouldn’t that be a lot more convenient!”

Thinking of this, Fang Wenshan suddenly felt motivated again, as if he had a clear goal and direction on the road to pursuing his dream.

Jay Chou curled his lips, and then said insultingly: "Hey, do you think F4 likes you? Who else would want to find you besides me?"

Fang Wenshan also snorted: "Then I will submit an article to F4 tomorrow, one piece every week. I don't believe that they won't want me if I persist for three years!"

It doesn't matter what he said, but Jay Chou next to him became a little panicked when he heard it: "Hey, Fang Wenshan, don't mess with me, you agreed to write the lyrics for me first!"

Jay Chou is currently preparing for his second album, and most of the lyrics are written by Fang Wenshan. If this guy suddenly goes to write lyrics for F4, what will he do?

F4 is now Asia's top men's team and is much more famous than Jay Chou. If he really likes Fang Wenshan, Jay Chou can't take him away.

"Then you beg me, if you beg me I won't leave!" Fang Wenshan glanced sideways at Jay Chou.

Jay Chou also saw that this guy was teasing him on purpose, and pushed him directly: "Hey, I beg you, big-headed devil! Get away as far as you can!"

"Now, you said this yourself. Don't regret it in the future. Please beg me to come back!"

Several people were noisy, chatting and laughing as they walked back, but soon, their cell phones all beeped in unison, and then they picked it up and saw that it was from Wu Zongxian.

After Jay Chou finished reading, he asked: "Hey, Brother Xian asked us to gather back at the company tomorrow and said there was something to be announced. Do you know what's going on?"

Liu Genghong shook his head: "I don't know, it's the same here."

Fang Wenshan complained: "Gan, you are not allowed to have a good time during the New Year, and you have to work overtime urgently. You are really an unscrupulous capitalist!"

Just as he was talking, Jay Chou's cell phone rang. It was the boss Wu Zongxian. He quickly picked it up: "Brother Xian, happy New Year!"

Wu Zongxian's beaming voice came from the other side of the phone: "Haha, Jay Lun, the New Year is here! Did you see the text message I just sent you?"

"Yes, Brother Xian, what's going on?"

"Good thing, you'll know when you come tomorrow! By the way, if you see other people, tell them too, and you must come tomorrow!"

After hanging up the phone, Jay Chou said to his two friends: "Brother Xian told us to go tomorrow. We have something good to announce."

Fang Wenshan waved his hand: "Just listen to what he says. Don't take it seriously. He is a super stingy man. I would be grateful if he could give each of us a bag of New Year fruits!"

Jay Chou didn't answer this. He joined the company not long after graduation. Although working for Wu Zongxian as an assistant, doing odd jobs, and writing songs was very tiring, he was finally given the opportunity to record by Wu Zongxian and became popular. He also followed Wu Zongxian. Now I have appeared in many variety shows, so I am still grateful to Brother Xian.

…

The next day, Jay Chou, Liu Genghong, Fang Wenshan, Wen Lan and others gathered at Alpha Company. After greeting each other, Wen Lan asked Jay Chou: "Jielun, do you know something?"

"I don't know, but Brother Xian said it was a good thing. I heard that he was quite happy."

Just as he was talking, Wu Zongxian walked in and greeted everyone with a spring breeze on his face: "Happy New Year to everyone!"

"Happy New Year, Brother Xian!" Several people greeted him one after another.

"Wen Lan, you have become beautiful! Did you secretly go to Bang Country for plastic surgery?"

"Brother Xian, it's not there! It's just makeup~" Wen Lan argued with a smile.

"Jielun, your face is rosy, have you got a girlfriend? Let me tell you, you don't always have to be cool and flirty. If I bring you on a show and a girl talks to you, you don't even know how to answer. In the future, your brain will Be more alert, otherwise you will be deceived by girls~"

Jay Chou scratched his head when he was told this.

"Geng Hong, I used to be optimistic about your idol debut. You look good and have a good figure, but it's a pity that it's hard to become popular. But I know you, and with your appearance and self-disciplined character, I will do it in the future. A fitness instructor will also be very popular!" He smiled and patted Liu Genghong on the shoulder.

"Fang Wenshan, don't do those plumbers you work part-time outside from now on. I think your lyrics are pretty good. If you write well in the future, you might be able to get ahead."

Wu Zongxian was teasing everyone one by one, which made people surprised. Usually their boss would not talk to them like this, and he also said something that seemed to be from his heart. However, everyone could see that Brother Xian was in a very good mood at this time.

Later, Wu Zongxian said: "I have taken you with me for a few years, and to be honest, you all have feelings for each other. If you have anything that is not too troublesome in the future, you can come to me~"

At this time, everyone already felt that something was wrong. When Wu Zongxian said this, why did it sound like he was about to say goodbye to them?

Wen Lan couldn't help but ask: "Brother Xian, what happened when you called us here today?"

Wu Zongxian laughed when he heard this: "Good thing, good thing, I sold the company!"