In recent years, the domestic film market has ushered in an unprecedented prosperity, from the 4.4 billion box office of "The Great Battle" in 2014, the 4.8 billion box office of "Super Human Organization 2" in 2017, and then to the 7.8 billion box office of "The Galaxy Empire" in 2020, the super high box office of these films has allowed people to see the development prospects of the Chinese film market and made all walks of life believe that the Chinese film market is increasingly playing an indispensable role.

However, only "The Great Battle" is a domestic film.

Although the development prospects of the domestic film market are promising, domestic films have certain problems.

As the film has developed to this day, from technology, content to personnel selection, they are still following the old path of "imitation innovation". In a fundamental sense, this is not the so-called innovation, but the reason for the weak competitiveness of domestic films.

Nowadays, young people who are new to the entertainment industry generally show their bright and beautiful selves after receiving a movie, rather than paying attention to the value of the movie itself. Therefore, a large number of "young meats" who only have good looks and have no understanding of acting skills and movies themselves emerge every year. From a certain perspective, what the Chinese film industry lacks today is excellent talents who make movies and learn movies, and not young meats who have no acting skills.

In the current development of domestic films, there are problems such as high box office, low reputation, emphasis on quantity, and neglect quality. Most of them are still stuck in the routine of imitating Hollywood blockbusters or focusing on appearance and following the fan economy, making people unable to see new things and without the feeling of illumination in front of them.

Then what……

Django's emergence in 2021 entered the film industry with "Initial D". In the next three years, it showed a good trend of steady growth and enhanced momentum. Each film has achieved excellent box office and reputation, and at the same time, it has changed the audience's thoughts.

Inherent thought: Only main theme films and comedy films can achieve high box office in domestic films.

Change: It turns out that the box office of martial arts films can be so high!

The big explosion of "The Smiling and Proud Wanderer: Sunflower Book" has become a milestone time node for the rise of domestic films, and has also made domestic filmmakers feel "better".

Nowadays, Django and his movies have made many screenwriters, directors and investors understand one thing: high pay and high fan actors are not the only guarantee of the box office of the movie. On the basis of the quality of the movie, their existence may be a plus point, but the level of the movie box office depends on the superposition effect of multiple factors, and good content is an important guarantee of the box office.

To sum up, high-quality films can make actors and directors, and good directors can also make good films and become actors. Similarly, good actors and directors will also add points to the film.

After such a change between audiences and filmmakers, it is beneficial to promote the development of domestic films.

Whether it is those who like Django or those who don’t like Django, they have to praise him at this moment. The reason is very simple. He has raised the status of domestic films with his own strength!

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On the other hand, Mo Lan's phone was bombed again.

I woke up early this morning, and I called one by one, and I had WeChat messages one by one.

Seeing "Fast and Furious Prequel 1" go to 1.8 billion, and "Swordsman: Sunflower Book" goes to 4.5 billion, the investors are having fun. Without Django's contact information, they can only find Mo Lan. On the one hand, they are flattering, and on the other hand, they are making an appointment for investment in new dramas.

"In the entertainment industry, he is the only one who can make investors so polite!"

Mo Lan hung up a phone call and couldn't help but sigh.

After a while of busyness, my phone finally became quiet.

Just as I was about to rest, another phone call came in.

Mo Lan didn't want to answer, but after seeing that it was Qian Song, he could only press the switch button.

"Don't make a film..."

"Hello, Mr. Qian."

"I watched the 2025 film and television drama shooting plan announced on your official blog that day. Speed ​​Universe is two movies, right?"

“Yes, it’s Fast Forward 2 and 3.”

“I want to increase my investment.”

"I can't make the decision on this matter. It's always up to Mr. Jiang to decide. I will tell him."

...

The calls and WeChat messages sent are basically about investment.

In the afternoon, Mo Lan came to Hengdian and reported to Django.

“Are you going to increase your investment…”

Django thought, Qian Song responded to every request in borrowing a car and never interfered in film production. He was a good investor, so he said: "These two fast-speed series are an important step for us to gain a foothold overseas. Since someone is willing to invest money, we will increase our budget."

The original version of Fast and Furious 4 costs $85 million in 2009, and Fast and Furious 5 costs $125 million in 2010.

At first, he decided to be RMB 650 million and RMB 850 million, and then add it if it doesn't have enough.

Now the situation has changed, so it is like this: "The budget of Prequel 2 is increased to 800 million, and the budget of 3 is increased to 1 billion. The additional part will be all given to external investment."

The reason I chose to let go of most of the costs is because this series focuses on overseas. Judging from the market feedback from "Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift" and "Fast and Furious Prequel 1", the risks are still relatively high.

"Okay." Mo Lan nodded and turned to say, "Where is the candidate?"

Django smiled and said, "Just be sure."

Mo Lan changed another to-do item and said: "The review of "Kung Fu Panda" has been approved. When will it be released?"

Django thought for a while and replied: "May Day, it's just not long after it was released, and it's a summer season. It's a way to boost the popularity of "Langya Bang"."

Mo Lan asked again: "Is the gimmick of publicity and distribution mainly focused on the 'Light of Chinese Comics' or 'Peak of Chinese Comics'?"

"No, no, no..." Django denied repeatedly, saying: "It is too early to promote these two banners. There is a special situation in the domestic animation market. It was originally a good work, but because it was praised too much, it inexplicably declined."

This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! Mo Lan mentioned: "We have a reputation for "Those Things That Rabbit That Year"..."

Django smiled and said, "It is precisely because of this that we must be more cautious and we cannot defeat the reputation that we have finally made."

Due to the development of technology, the entry threshold for the animation industry seems to be getting lower and lower, and many production teams seem to have a view that as long as the IP is operated properly, they can sit firmly on Diaoyutai and stand invincible.

Obviously, this perception is wrong.

Anime is just one of the forms of artistic expression. Many people think that "the plot is the soul of the anime, and the picture serves the plot", which is not completely true, because on the other hand, it is also "a good story exists for the picture". Therefore, if the story is not good or the picture is not good, it is not necessarily a bad anime, but a good anime work must have both the picture and the story.

For example, "Those Things That Rabbit That Year" means that the story is good and the picture is weak, while "Kung Fu Panda" means that the story is weak and the picture is good.

In addition, from an aesthetic perspective, everyone has different interests. Some people pursue meat selling, some people pursue fantasy, some people pursue dog food, some people pursue passion, and some people pursue touching... In short, everyone has their own preferences, and judgment needs to be viewed from a broader perspective, that is, the views of fans, passers-by, and even the views of blackspots.

Django continued: "There is still a long way to go to promote it in the future with the attitude of learning from the seniors in the anime circle."

Mo Lan got to know her, after talking about business, she turned to private affairs, and asked curiously: "By the way, have you accepted the invitation from CCTV?"

"On the Spring Festival Gala?" Django glanced and pondered: "Actually, I want our artists to go."

He sang "Blue and White Porcelain" and made a guest appearance in "A Chinese Ghost Story". He was purely because he liked it rather than debut, so it was not very meaningful to be on the Spring Festival Gala.

Mo Lan smiled and said, "Others can't get it, but you can get it but don't want it."

Django shrugged his shoulders and said, "Think about it for a few days, and there are still several scenes in "Langya Bang" before it will be finished. If you go, it will be delayed for a day or two."

The filming was in full swing, and actors kept completing the filming and leaving the crew.

Another week passed.

The daily box office of "Fast and Furious Prequel 1" is less than 100 million, but the total box office has reached 1.5 billion, and there are still more than ten movies in the world, so it is not a big problem to exceed 1.8 billion.

Since its release, "The Smiling and Proud Wanderer: Sunflower Book" has been in a box office, exceeding 1 billion in a day and a half. The speed is so fast that industry insiders are yelling "thrilling", and it also makes the New Year's Day period, which is not too hot, suddenly boil.

After its release for a week, it has become a "phenomenal hit" of domestic films in the new year of 2025 with amazing explosive power. At present, the total box office has exceeded 2.6 billion, and it has won 80% of the box office throughout the day with a 70% scheduling ratio, and there is still strong room for growth.

A film scheduler at a certain cinema said: "The film schedule accounts for about 70%, and the attendance rate can reach 99%. In the past, there were only some imported Hollywood blockbusters."

Moreover, good things come together, and Chen Gan also sent a good news.

The stand-alone game of "Legend of Sword and Fairy" has officially been on sale for 20 days. The regular version (99 yuan) sold 3 million copies, the luxury version (159 yuan) sold 750,000 copies, and the exclusive version (299 yuan) sold 120,000 copies, totaling 451 million.

In addition, the total number of pre-sales on stm and wg platforms exceeded 500,000 copies.

The key is that hard peripherals such as gags, hanging cards, models, figures, and soft peripherals such as stationery, clothing, key buckles, mobile phone chains, etc. are also very popular.

Recovering 600 million yuan in production and promotion costs is already a matter of being on the board.

As for making money, whether it is Chen Gan or Django, there is no mandatory requirement. It is mainly to make a name in the game market and gain a good reputation, so as to enhance the competitiveness and expectations of the subsequent games.

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"What a pity, I thought I could see you on this year's Spring Festival Gala."

Zhou Lingwei learned that Django had rejected CCTV's invitation and showed regret on her face.

"Time can't catch up. "Langya Bang" was completed on the 26th of the 12th lunar month. The Spring Festival Gala plaza has reached its third time. I hurried over, physically and mentally exhausted, and I have no mood to sing." Django gave his own reasons, but in fact he didn't want to go.

"Anyway, there will be opportunities in the future." Zhou Lingwei muttered, thinking that as long as he sang again, he would definitely be able to play.

After hearing this, Django didn't say anything. It's time to go with the flow. It's time to go with the future. It's time to go with the future. Why should you worry about the future?

"But..." Zhou Lingwei smiled slightly and said, "It's better to have a vacation and have a good rest."

Indeed, after being busy for half a year, it is time to enjoy life. Now, the two families came to Hainan for the New Year together.

When it comes to the New Year, there is one question that cannot be avoided, which is, "Is the weather good during the Spring Festival? Is it cold? Will it not rain or snow?"

The weather forecast was checked in advance. The weather was clear from the New Year's Eve to the fifth day of Hainan. The temperature in the whole island did not change much. The maximum daytime temperature was 22-27℃ and the minimum nighttime temperature was 15-20℃.

Although it may not be accurate, it will not be much worse.

By the sea, the sun is shining and the blue waves are rippling.

Django and Zhou Lingwei were wearing big sunglasses, leaning against the rocking chair, drinking coconut water, which was very comfortable.

"I sold "Sisters Riding the Wind and Waves" and "Brothers Who Overcome Thorns" to Blueberry TV." Zhou Lingwei suddenly said.

"It's pretty good. This type of show is often the highest highlight in the first season. You can get a good price when selling it at this time." Django felt that it was fine.

There are many reality shows in China in recent years, and many are good-looking, but there is a general rule. Almost all seasons are always the best viewership, and the later the viewership becomes, the worse the ratings are. Many of them are disliked by passers-by and fans because they are far less than the first season, and are scolded.

"Hehe..." Zhou Lingwei smiled and said, "We think the same."

Django grinned and said with a frown: "Or what if we were a couple."

"You are so beautiful." Zhou Lingwei smiled like a flower and said, "I have something I want to discuss with you."

Django nodded, looked at her and waited for her to continue.

Zhou Lingwei said: "We designed a variety show, but the name is not yet determined. The theme type is voice interaction accompanying reality show. Using 'family', 'love', 'friendship', 'dream', and 'life' as the theme, each issue is divided into two links. The first link, stars use personal growth, emotional experience, and use the most plain emotions to tell the audience their stories; the second link, open the radio station, share and listen to the stories of audiences from all over the country by making phone calls and reading letters..."

Django was interesting to hear and smiled unconsciously.

After talking about the general idea, Zhou Lingwei took two sips of coconut milk and asked, "How is it?"

Django smiled and said, "It's my dish. This variety show has no complicated process, eye-catching dazzling special effects, simple form, and quiet listening and companionship. Listening to everyone's perception of life, emotions, and friends will make people feel warm."

Zhou Lingwei was so happy that she was about to say what she wanted to discuss with him, she heard him say, "Can this show become exclusive to Huafeng Artists? I can provide a new song for each theme as the ending song."

When Zhou Lingwei heard this, she was overwhelmed with joy and blurted out: "How do you know what I want to say?"
Chapter completed!