Chapter 331 Zhang Yi’s Waterloo? (Part 2)

The visuals of the war scenes in Zhang Yi's version of "Mulan" are not unprecedented, but they are definitely unprecedented. Compared with the war scenes in the original "Mulan", they are simply children's fights.

The movie tells the story of Hua Mulan, and it is expressed in a way of growth. When Hua Mulan comes out, she is a rookie, growing up on the battlefield.

Her growth does not have many scenes, and the cruelty of the war is naturally expressed through Mulan shuffling the wooden cards (military cards). Moreover, every time Hua Mulan shuffles the wooden cards, her identity gradually changes.

This also shows her growth.

I'm afraid that their family members will be sad when they see the bloody military badge.

This is why Hua Mulan shuffled the wooden cards.

At the end of the movie, although the war was finally won, Mulan lost her love.

For the sake of the peace of this country, she can give up her life, but she also has to give up her love.

"It's easy for me to give up my life, but it's hard for me to give up the person I love most..."

The final ending is far from satisfactory, but it better reflects the nobility of Mulan.

Listening to the overwhelming applause, Zhang Yi had a smile on his face, but he didn't feel much sense of accomplishment in his heart. His film is very different from the original version, and even exceeds it by a lot, but it comes from the original version after all.

Perhaps the only thing that really makes Zhang Yi feel a sense of accomplishment is his novel "The Prehistoric", and he has already planned to make this novel into a movie, but the current special effects technology has not yet achieved the desired effect.

The premiere of "Mulan" was undoubtedly a success. The box office of the premiere was also quite astonishing, especially in Hong Kong. Although it did not break through the odds set by "Jurassic Park", it also left other movies in the dust.

A week later, it topped the box office in Hong Kong with a box office of more than 16 million yuan. It may be difficult for the entire film to break through 50 million. But if it breaks through 40 million, there will be no problem.

"Mulan" continues to be a hit at the box office in other regions, especially in Taiwan, with the equivalent of nearly 20 million Hong Kong dollars in one week of release.

Zhang Yi is still very satisfied with this box office result.

However, this result is far different from the results of his previous films, especially "Jurassic Park". Some media directly said that this film will be Zhang Yi's "Waterloo". Some media even directly said that

This film is Zhang Yi's "Waterloo"!

At a time when many people are worried about Hong Kong's box office reaching tens of millions or twenty million, Zhang Yi's movie didn't get fifty million, and some media actually said that the movie was Zhang Yi's "Waterloo". This matter

It's really strange.

Although this film is still profitable, and a lot of it. However, many media believe that this purely oriental film has already done so well at the box office in Southeast Asia and other places, and it is difficult to make a difference in the European and American markets.

Moreover, when Zhang Yi made this film, he did not try to please the European and American markets. For example, there were some pseudo-scientific things in "The Myth" that could please the European and American markets.

"Mulan" is a purely oriental historical story, and there is nothing that Western audiences dare to be interested in today. No media is optimistic about the box office success this film can achieve in markets such as Europe and the United States.

Moreover, Zhang Yi's film was first released in Southeast Asia, so you may have already seen it.

Some people don't understand why Zhang Yi would make such a film. With his influence in the world film market, he made a film that caters to European and American tastes, and achieved excellent results after all. Moreover, making such a film, in the eyes of everyone

It seems that for Zhang Yi, there is no difficulty at all.

Several films written by Zhang Yi have been released in Europe and the United States. Whether it is "The Shawshank Redemption" or "The Mummy", as well as the previous "True Lies" directed by Cameron, the box office results are extremely impressive. Moreover, if Zhang Yi

If he shoots it in person, with his box office appeal, it will make the box office go even further.

For Zhang Yi, who occupies three of the top five global box office seats and has one movie that dominates the global box office, how can it be difficult to make a movie that caters to everyone's tastes?

But Zhang Yi obviously didn’t make a movie for the box office this time!

Of course, for Zhang Yi, interest is greater than box office. After all, Zhang Yi is not short of money. With his popularity, the possibility of paying for it is almost zero.

A week after it was released in Southeast Asia and mainland China, "Mulan" immediately landed in the European and American markets. It did not beat other films like "Jurassic Park" and was helpless. But in the first week, it still rushed to the North American rankings.

It topped the box office list for the week. However, the second place was very close.

Although the box office of this film is not as domineering as "Jurassic Park", its reputation is much better than that of "Jurassic Park". Whether it is Southeast Asian media, or European and American media, the evaluation of this film is full of praise.

Of course, Southeast Asian media mostly focus on the values ​​​​showed in the movie and the shooting techniques. However, European and American media focus on the visuals inside, especially the war scenes. There is no media that directly calls Zhang Yi, who is one of the directors who controls the big scenes.

The most advanced existence among them.

Zhang Yi's film has become a hotly discussed topic during this period, but Zhang Yi no longer pays attention to it.

It’s a rare leisure time. I spend time at home with my father Zhang Dexin and my girlfriend Zhou Huimin. I read books and practice calligraphy.

"Which edition of "The Voice" is this?" Zhang Yi asked Zhou Huimin next to Xiang Zhi with a smile while watching "The Voice" playing on TV.

When Zhou Huimin heard this, she smiled, rolled her eyes at Zhang Yi, and said, "You planned "The Voice" alone, and it was co-organized with your record company. You didn't even know?"

Zhang Yi smiled awkwardly and said: "It happened a few years ago, I don't remember it. Although I planned this show, except for my contribution in the first edition, the rest is none of my business.

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"This is the fifth session." Zhou Huimin seemed to not want to embarrass Zhang Yi anymore, and immediately said, "Today is a competition for the top four of Luo Wen's group!"

"Yeah!" Zhang Yi nodded. He had no interest in TV. This time he was watching the program just to accompany Zhou Huimin.

What he watches is TV, but what he wants is the atmosphere.

"Huh? Who is this person?" Zhang Yi looked at a student who appeared and felt that he looked familiar, but his face did not have the same temperament that he would have in the future.

"It seems that the guy named Zheng Yijian is a popular student in Luo Wen's group." Zhou Huimin said with a smile, "I heard that the record company is planning to sign him!"

"Then let Uncle Zhan and the others sign him!" Zhang Yi said with a smile.

"Oh? He hasn't started singing yet? Are you so optimistic about him? Or have you heard him sing before?" Zhou Huimin looked at Zhang Yi doubtfully.

"I don't know how he sings. However, I like his appearance and he is suitable for making movies." Zhang Yi said casually.

"Suitable for making movies?" Zhou Huimin looked at Zhang Yi. Did he know that he had said before that Zhang Weijian was suitable for making movies, but not suitable for developing in music. Zhang Weijian didn't take Zhang Yi's words seriously at that time, but now the facts have proved Zhang Yi's words.

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Zhang Weijian became a hit because of Zhang Yi's "Nightclub", but now he almost has to start over.

Seeing Zheng Yijian, several of his favorite movies appeared in Zhang Yi's mind.

The "Young and Dangerous" series, the "Wind and Cloud" series, and "Heroes of China"! Of course, there is also a movie starring Zhang Weijian, and there is also a movie with many stars: "Super School Bully"!

Zhang Yi now plans to invest in some movies in Hong Kong, including the movies adapted from comic books "The Hero of the Storm" and "Heroes of China".

Nowadays, special effects technology is developing rapidly, and the production of special effects for these two movies is no longer a problem.

Those classic movies starring Cheng Yat-kin have an indispensable position in the Hong Kong film industry. Although "Young and Dangerous" has caused a lot of bad effects, it has to be said that Hong Kong movies would definitely be a bit lacking without this series.

Pity.

Zhang Yi still likes this series of movies. However, he has no interest in filming, but it does not prevent him from putting this series on the screen. Of course, with his current status, it is indeed inconvenient to shoot such a movie. (Unfinished)
Chapter completed!