Wan Xiaohu, who regained his confidence, once again stirred up troubles on the set. The essence of the alarm film in the old Hong Kong films is reflected with the original "Infernal Affairs", even "Infernal Affairs 2" and "Infernal Affairs 3: Ultimate Infernal Affairs". Starting with some simple scenes and doing the homework well, the movie will slowly get into the groove when shooting. In fact, as long as he, as a director, can see the problem clearly, the movie will not be a problem. ¡°After all, Andy Lau, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Anthony Wong, and Eric Tsang are all veteran actors. Except for Andy¡¯s acting skills, which may be a little weaker, the other three are all veteran actors, and they act like anything. In addition, Wan Xiaohu did not hesitate to burn film, and every scene was striven for perfection. The progress was not fast, but it was really to the point of being picky. Every day I get up at five o'clock in the morning, arrange the crew with Mak Siu-fai and others, and then start regular shooting at seven o'clock. We finish work at 11 o'clock, have lunch and lunch break, start working at 2 o'clock in the afternoon and continue shooting. Normally we finish at the starting point. But these days, the crew almost never finished work normally. They all worked overtime and couldn't finish work until after ten o'clock. Although the work is hard, the money is generous, so the employees have no complaints. However, the original investment of 20 million Hong Kong dollars is probably far from enough for Wan Xiaohu to squander it so casually. Fortunately, Dandelion Film Company now has money. The box office share of "My Sassy Girl" alone is more than 80 million yuan, and the adaptation copyright is another 3.5 million U.S. dollars, or 28 million yuan. Now the sales of DVDs, music tapes, and video tapes are very good. Not bad, I expect to make another 20 million yuan. The book surplus has exceeded 100 million, and Su Ya trusts Wan Xiaohu very much, so this money is not spent casually. Dare to invest 20 million Hong Kong dollars in making a movie during the film recession. On the one hand, the media boasted that "Infernal Affairs" was a rescue film, but on the other hand, they also treated it as a joke. Not long after, through Universal Cinema, news was released that "Infernal Affairs" would invest an additional HK$5 million. ¡°Mainland boys are stupid and have too much money.¡± Many Hong Kong media reported this news while shaking their heads. "A big production worth 25 million Hong Kong dollars. A sincere work of Hong Kong movies." Although they don't like the movie, the media don't pour cold water on it. After all, Hong Kong movies are in the Great Depression, and it is rare to have a big production. Even if you don't praise it, you can't ridicule it anymore. . The media are smart. They know that when the film industry is prosperous, they will have food to eat, and when the film industry is depressed, they will also lose their jobs. Of course, you can¡¯t expect all media people to be upright, especially as Hong Kong is filled with many media outlets that are unfriendly to the mainland. There are always some people who jump out and find themselves uncomfortable. "The production cost of "Infernal Affairs" has soared by 25 million. How will the box office be recovered? This is a funny work of a mainland director." "Wan Xiaohu tried to be the savior of Hong Kong movies, but he was afraid that it would be the last straw that broke the Hong Kong movies." "Hong Kong movies are unbearable. After "Infernal Affairs" lost money, where will it go?" "Andy Lau and Tony Leung's biggest mistake was to cooperate with a brat director." No matter how the media pessimizes it or evaluates it. Wan Xiaohu didn't care and had no idea what the outside world thought of him. Since he chose to come to Hong Kong to film "Infernal Affairs", he has no reason to back down. Besides, no one knows better than him how charming "Infernal Affairs" is. What he has to do now is to concentrate on making movies. ¡ ¡ The heavy rain keeps falling, and it¡¯s already mid-July. It was raining so hard that the crew couldn't start work, and the news said it would rain all week. It is probably difficult to start filming. Wan Xiaohu, who had been filming intensively for a month, also wanted to relax, so he simply gave the crew a seven-day holiday. Then, he planned to go to a mountain city to fulfill his duties as a producer. "Xiao Xue. Go book a ticket for the mountain city and leave in the afternoon." Wan Xiaohu said to his assistant Xue Kaiqi. "Oh, boss, shall I go too?" Xue Kaiqi asked expectantly. "Let's go together." Wan Xiaohu nodded. "Okay, I'll book a flight right away." Sit Kai-chi looked very excited to be able to go to the mainland. That afternoon, Wan Xiaohu and Xue Kaiqi flew to the mountain city. It¡¯s raining heavily in Hong Kong, but the weather is still sunny in the mountain city, and the sun is scorching. Cheng Er came to pick him up. After arriving at the set, he briefly greeted Wan Xiaohu, and Wan Xiaohu was busy watching the filming progress of "Crazy Stone". Compared with "Infernal Affairs", which took its time to shoot less than one-tenth of the way through, Ning Hao obviously shot "Crazy Stone" very quickly, almost halfway through. "Tiger, the film is now in good progress and the budget is sufficient. It is not difficult. I feel more and more comfortable."Ning Hao boasted, "By the way, you are filming in Hong Kong. How is it going now? Last time I read the newspaper, I needed to add 500 Hong Kong dollars. Now the cost is more than 20 million yuan. It's a big production. " Wan Xiaohu shook his head: "The filming was not very smooth. If it were a normal comedy movie, I would have made do with it. But I have high expectations for this movie, so I can't take it casually. I can only shoot it slowly and put everything in it. The details have been polished to the best. I feel like it won¡¯t be finished within this year. ¡°Don¡¯t try to imitate Wang Jiawei. It will take a few years.¡± ¡°No way, I won¡¯t be that patient next year. Zhang Yimou's "Hero" should be released soon, and I'm ready to compete with him." Ning Hao tutted: "Zhang Yimou's "Hero" is on par with "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", with an investment of 30 million US dollars, and a few. 100 million yuan, which is more than ten times the investment you made in "Infernal Affairs". "You have to try it to know whether it's good or not," Wan Xiaohu said in a mocking tone, "You have to do a good job in "Crazy Stone". , strive for an instant hit, I have a hunch that this movie will make you famous overnight." "I will be satisfied if you don't pay." "Looking at your courage, if you ask me, 30 million is the lowest box office, and there is no upper limit. When we sign the contract with China Film Group, tell them to promote it more and arrange for more theaters to show it. " "Aren't you going to distribute it to Huayi Brothers?" Wan Xiaohu shook his head: "Not this time, I will. Last time I talked to Su Ya on the phone, I heard that Mr. Han from China Film Group personally called me and wanted to release "Crazy Stone". After all, "My Sassy Girl" had destroyed "Pearl Harbor". If "Infernal Affairs" wants to be released in the mainland, it has to rely on China Film to import it. ""Infernal Affairs" is a Hong Kong film. At present, the CEPA agreement, which is the "Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement between the Mainland and Hong Kong" agreement, has not been signed, and Hong Kong films are still imported films. The power to introduce imported films lies with China Film. If Wan Xiaohu wants "Infernal Affairs" to come to the mainland, he cannot offend China Film. There is nothing you can do about it. You want to ask others. Naturally, you want to benefit others. "Crazy Stone" is a benefit to China Film Group. It will be distributed to whomever it distributes. In this situation, Huayi Brothers has no reason to blame. After chatting all night, Ning Hao continued filming the next day, while Wan Xiaohu took his assistant Xue Kaiqi to visit the mountain city. He came to the mountain city several times. They all came and went in a hurry, and I really didn¡¯t have much fun. As soon as they drove to the downtown square, Xue Kaiqi pointed outside and shouted: "Boss, look at the many people over there. They are all laughing. They seem to be looking at the big screen and don't know what is on the big screen." Wan Xiaohujiang As soon as the steering wheel turned, it drove past. But see it on the big screen. A woman in red clothes twisted her body and sang. Just when he sang the "gao chao" part, he suddenly became mute, and then said to the judges: "I was driving this morning, and the wind blew, and I kept coughing. I can usually sing." "No problem, I believe you." "Do it again." The woman opened her mouth: "Hometown" She became speechless again. "Haha." Countless people in the square looking at the big screen burst out laughing, enjoying themselves endlessly. On the big screen. The woman explained: "I really blew the wind and my cough didn't stop, so I can really sing up normally." "Sister, you are so funny." "Sister, you can't do it, "Super" "Female Voice" is not the place for you. " "If you are at your level, there is hope for my girlfriend." Wan Xiaohu and Xue Kaiqi were in the car when they heard several people shouting at the woman on the big screen. It means funny. "Boss, what kind of show is this? It's so funny, haha." Xue Kaiqi was also made to laugh. Wan Xiaohu scratched his hair and laughed: "This show is called "Super Girl". It is a large-scale singing talent show planned by me." "Boss, you planned it?" "Yes, your boss, I am versatile and can write scripts. Being able to make movies, write songs, and plan an entertainment program is not easy. " "Oh, boss, you are so talented, I admire you so much!" "Keep a low profile. Personality worship is not popular in our country. Another girl wearing a feminine plaid dress appeared on the big screen. She opened her mouth and sang: "Sometimes, sometimes, I will believe everything" As soon as the voice came out, the audience in the square was shocked. This tune, Definitely running to the Pacific. And the judge teacher also rang the fail bell instantly. ¡°It¡¯s out of tune.¡± The judge said calmly. The girl in the plaid shirt twisted her body: "Teacher judge, please give me some guidance." "Oh, there are too many deficiencies. I can't provide guidance." The male judge shook his head. "You don't have a cold, you feel a little feverish, this is the state." The female judge said. ¡°Haha, this is so funny.¡± ¡°Incredible, this is so weird.¡± ¡°Awesome, I really admire your courage.¡± There was another burst of laughter in the square. On the big screen, the girl didn't know herself and said: "Then you can give me a review. Apart from being out of tune, what else needs to be improved." "I told you, your state is just like having a fever, you have no clue at all. You can¡¯t sing.¡± The female judge looked at the girl in the plaid shirt speechlessly, and suddenly found the little girl staring at her, ¡°What are you doing?¡± The girl turned around and said, ¡°I will remember you.¡± ¡°Haha. , Talent!" Wan Xiaohu, the man behind the scenes, was delighted.