Chapter 254： i hate beckham

As for the company, it is still handed over to the original leaders. Of course, it was impossible for Zhang Dongcheng to ignore it completely. According to a certain report he had read, Zhang Dongcheng gave a suggestion.

The dilemma that Marvel comics encountered is very simple. The main reason is that there are too many superheroes. Although they are created by different screenwriters and artists, they are all under the same background. In a way, this is very interesting. advantages, but disadvantages are also obvious.

That is, in the face of a sea of ​​background plots, it is difficult for a new reader to understand the ins and outs, and it is unlikely to go through decades of comics. Therefore, Marvel Comics is in such a paradoxical situation: there are fewer and fewer new readers, and comic shops are getting smaller and smaller.

For this reason, Zhang Dongcheng proposed to carry out a bold plan, simply throw away the historical burden of the past, and tell the stories of heroes from the beginning? These characters have been repackaged to breathe new life into their existing contexts, drawing new readers into them.

In fact, the change method proposed by Zhang Dongcheng is exactly the future operation of Marvel Comics. Known as the Ultimate Universe, it has indeed brought Marvel Comics back to life.

After the reorganization of Dongcheng Films, the board of directors has also been readjusted. Zhang Dongcheng himself serves as the chairman of the group, and Adaman, as a member of the board of directors, serves as the managing director. The rest of the people have also made some adjustments. Generally speaking, the advantages of this change outweigh the disadvantages for Dongcheng Pictures.

A few days later, Dongcheng Pictures completely completed the reorganization plan. Naturally, this news cannot be concealed from those well-informed reporters.

At this time, it was precisely the moment when the enthusiasm for the Titanic and the Oscars ceremony subsided, and the news of Dongcheng Films' reorganization began to appear on the boards of major newspapers.

"Dongcheng Films, which has completed the reorganization, already has the capital to aspire to a large group. We can now say that Hollywood is no longer the eight major film companies, but the nine major companies!

Oh! Oh, God! Can anyone tell us when Marvel Comics was acquired by Smith Zhang? It was nothing short of a miracle. It's not that I don't admit that Smith does have a unique talent in asset operations. Even if he does not become a director, he will achieve remarkable achievements as an entrepreneur. We can only say that God favors Smith too much! ”—The Wall Street Journal

As a professional financial newspaper, the Wall Street Journal, which was founded in 1889, is the most authoritative report in this regard.

The circulation of more than 2 million copies makes it the largest financial newspaper in the United States with paid circulation. Its content is sufficient to affect daily international economic activities.

The report of the Wall Street Journal seems to have fired the first shot to report on Dongcheng Pictures. Afterwards, various reports swarmed in, and the news that Dongcheng Pictures was reorganized into a group company instantly pushed Oscar, which had already faded in popularity, off the list of hot news.

"New entertainment mogul, Smith Chang's legend rises!" - The Sun

"The ultimate embodiment of the American dream, Smith Chang's struggle history!" - "New York Daily News"

"Smith Zhang's Dongcheng Films seems to have become a large-scale film and television entertainment group company that can rival the eight major film companies overnight. We never know how he did all this, maybe this is Smith Zhang The embodiment of legend!" - The Washington Post

"In addition to being the chairman of the group, Smith Zhang is more well-known as a director! No matter how high the capital operation is, it can't hide the failure of Smith Zhang in this year's Oscars!" - "Los Angeles Media Information "

Unable to find any slanderous positions at all, Gavin had no choice but to choose such a lame reason to stir up Oscar's cold rice and pour cold water on Zhang Dongcheng. It's a pity that his actions were like throwing a small stone in a big wave, not even a single ripple could be stirred up.

Universal Pictures, Mr. Carl looked at the recent report on Dongcheng Films, with a meaningful smile on his face. "Interesting, I didn't expect our little friend to be so proud. It seems that the film industry will become very interesting in the future!"

Not only Universal Pictures, but the other seven companies of the eight major film companies also discovered that the rise of Zhang Dongcheng has become an unstoppable existence at this time.

Those who thought that Zhang Dongcheng was just playing around for a while and couldn't make a fortune, they were shocked to find that Zhang Dongcheng had become a climate overnight. He has become a movie predator who can stand side by side with them, and he can't even find an excuse or reason to suppress them.

Copyright, theater chain, assets, publicity channels... Dongcheng Pictures seems to have perfected its weaknesses in all aspects in an instant.

Although in terms of publicity, Dongcheng Pictures only has a half-dead ZDC TV station, but the channel of publicity is not just a TV station.

No matter how bad it is, Zhang Dongcheng can rely on the enviable huge funds to spend money on other large TV stations to promote the company.

With the short-term film investment fund as a big killer, Zhang Dongcheng is like a crab, rampaging in the film industry, unstoppable!

Even those who hate him can only say sourly at this time, nouveau riche. Other than that, there is no reason to belittle him.

The series of actions of Dongcheng Pictures is an eye-opener. Those who know something about Zhang Dongcheng still remember that when Zhang Dongcheng came to the United States for the first time, he didn't have any outstanding achievements except for shooting a two-smoking gun.

On the road of seeking cooperation, he has repeatedly hit the wall. But such a boy has completed a magnificent turn in just two years, from a penniless rookie in the director circle to a world-renowned director and boss!

Even the American dream, which the United States has always touted, cannot describe his success. Maybe it can only be described by the Hollywood Film News about Zhang Dongcheng.

Smith Zhang is a legend, a living legend!

The praise of Zhang Dongcheng in the media and newspapers lasted for more than a week, and there was no sign of abating.

At this time, Zhang Dongcheng was completely at ease, and was busy filming the secret battle.

The entire Dongcheng Pictures seems to have become a huge machine, running slowly according to Zhang Dongcheng's vision.

The prison break of ZDC TV station has started filming. It is estimated that the production will be completed in August, and the broadcast will start around September, which happens to be the broadcast season of American commercial television.

American commercial TV broadcasts from mid-September to late April of the following year as a broadcast season. Because of its absolute highest ratings, it has become the top priority of annual TV broadcasts. During the airing season, you won't see old shows, and the TV screen is completely occupied by new episodes.

At the same time, the thousand ways to die proposed by Zhang Dongcheng also began to enter the production state. A Thousand Ways to Die is different from ordinary TV series. It is not difficult to shoot, and the focus of the work is to collect all kinds of ways to die.

In the first season, because many people did not have confidence in this kind of program, only two episodes were produced. Therefore, the production time is also greatly shortened. According to Blaze's expectations, A Thousand Ways to Die will air around May.

Zhang Dongcheng, who was busy shooting secretly, suddenly received a call that he hadn't contacted for a long time.

"Smith! Congratulations, you are now a Hollywood entertainment tycoon! Next time I see you, you have to treat me to dinner! Hehe..." Halliwell's voice was as clear and melodious as ever.

Recalling the time when he visited Disneyland with her last year, Zhang Dongcheng couldn't help but smile. At that time, he had made this girl wait on the street for several hours.

Yesterday happened to be another April Fool's Day.

Zhang Dongcheng joked: "Thank you, Halliwell, but why didn't you call me yesterday?"

Hearing the playfulness in Zhang Dongcheng's tone, Halliwell snorted coquettishly. "Don't think I don't know what you're thinking. Are you thinking about last April Fool's again?"

In the past year, the Spice Girls have been completely popular all over the world. Their single "Who Do You Think You Are" was co-opted as the anthem of the British charity Comic Relief in 1997.

In November 1997, the current President of South Africa, an active anti-apartheid activist, is also the leader of the National Spear, an armed organization of the African National Congress. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela meets a few of the Spice Girls.

The world political leader also said: "They are my heroines. This is one of the best moments in my life."

For a whole year, several girls were busy around the world, which made it rare for Zhang Dongcheng to reunite with them. Even after parting with Victoria at the end of last year, it has been more than four months now. I haven't been in touch.

"I want to congratulate you first, becoming the most popular group in the world. Although this congratulations come a bit late!" Zhang Dongcheng did not answer Halliwell's question, but directly changed the subject.

"Smith!" Halliwell called Zhang Dongcheng's name in a strange tone.

"What's the matter?" It was rare to hear Halliwell speak in such a tone, and Zhang Dongcheng was slightly taken aback.

"Did you know? There was a boy who was pursuing Victoria recently." Halliwell's tone was somewhat gloating.

"Huh?" Zhang Dongcheng frowned slightly, "Really?"

"You don't seem to care at all?" Halliwell said coquettishly, "Let me tell you another news, that boy came to see Victoria today, and the two of them went out on a date together just now! That boy is very He's handsome, maybe Victoria will be moved."

Zhang Dongcheng's mood sank. Although he knew that he couldn't promise them anything, Zhang Dongcheng thought to himself, whether it was Victoria or Halliwell and Patricia, he liked them all.

Now Halliwell told Zhang Dongcheng the news, which made him feel a little hazy. There is a feeling as if my things have been taken away by someone, sour.

"Smith? Are you listening?" Zhang Dongcheng's silence made Halliwell ask.

"Oh, sorry, I just lost my mind."

"It's okay. I can understand!" Halliwell said jokingly: "Okay, I'll tell you the news about that boy. He is an upstart in the football world, and his name is..."

Before Halliwell could say the name, Zhang Dongcheng blurted out, "David Beckham!"

"Huh?" Halliwell gasped in surprise, and asked in surprise, "How do you know? Could it be that you are looking for someone to follow Victoria?"

Zhang Dongcheng smiled wryly, there is no need to follow such trouble, in the future he knows, Victoria is the world-renowned Beckham!

Unexpectedly, even though he was born out of nowhere, he still let them meet. A sense of crisis welled up in Zhang Dongcheng's heart.

If it was someone else, maybe Zhang Dongcheng would laugh it off, but he is not sure about David Beckham.

Zhang Dongcheng vaguely remembers that Victoria and Beckham met at a charity football match in 1997 in a future without their own, and they got engaged a year later, that is, in 1998. At the end of the world in 1999, they were officially married.

Zhang Dongcheng, who only cared about Victoria, didn't notice something wrong in Halliwell's tone.

Zhang Dongcheng vaguely remembered that the Spice Girls seemed to be holding a North American tour soon, and his mind became hot. Said: "Halliwell, where are you now?"

"Us?" Halliwell froze for a moment, then asked in surprise, "Smith, you don't intend to come to find Victoria in person, do you?"

"yes!"

"Okay! Okay! We're talking about a North American tour, but we're still in the UK," Halliwell replied.

"OK! Wait for me, I'll go to England soon!" As soon as the words fell, Zhang Dongcheng hung up the phone directly, and at the same time, there was only one thing in his mind, oh God, I hate Beckham!

However, despite what he said, Zhang Dongcheng has absolute confidence in Victoria. This is not that time and space!

On the other side, Halliwell, who was far away in the UK, looked at the phone that had been hung up in his hand, with a slightly disappointed expression on his face. She is in a difficult moment now, if Zhang Dongcheng is not dazzled by Victoria's affairs, he will remember.

On May 31, 1998, the eve of the Spice Girls' North American tour, Halliwell officially announced his withdrawal from the Spice Girls and chose to go solo!

According to the general reports in the British media at the time, Halliwell chose to leave the group to go solo because of the discord with Melanie that caused the group to break up. But why now?

With Victoria in mind, Zhang Dongcheng completely forgot about the secret battle that was about to be completed. After announcing that the crew would be temporarily on vacation for a few days, they directly bought tickets and flew to the UK.

When Zhang Dongcheng went to the UK, Hong Kong, which had already returned, Galaxy Image and Yongsheng Entertainment Co., Ltd. announced that they would work together to film the Hong Kong version of Dark War.

In a short time, this news began to be followed and reported by many media. After all, the news about Zhang Dongcheng has not passed away. The two companies choose to announce the news now, which naturally means that they plan to use Zhang Dongcheng as a shareholder.

But I have to admit that after the two companies held a press conference, they almost attracted the attention of most of the world.

California, USA, within the company of Los Angeles Media Information.

"Ender." Gavin stared at the younger brother in front of him, and said, "Didn't you always want to take revenge on that Smith? This time the opportunity has come!"

Standing in front of Gavin was Ender, who had been devastated after the failure of last year's Extreme Cold.

Ever since the failure of that movie, Ander has been on the blacklist of all major Hollywood film companies. The investment of more than 60 million US dollars was in vain, which made any investors afraid to ask him to make movies again.

The disheartened Ander finally rejected George Lucas' invitation and came to Gavin's company as an ordinary writer. As a graduate of the directing industry, he writes reviews about movies in a clear and logical manner.

Over the past few months, he has gained quite a reputation in the industry of film critics.

In addition, occasionally, Ender would also work part-time as a reporter.

But he never forgot his hatred for Jang Dong Sung. In his heart, he always believed that it was Zhang Dongcheng who lied to him. In the end, he adjusted the movie to the same schedule as the Titanic. He suffered a crushing defeat and had no chance of turning over.

As for James Cameron Ander dare not hate. Or knowing that he has no right to hate in front of James Cameron. This is entirely because the status gap between the two parties is too great.

So Zhang Dongcheng, who already had a grudge against Ander, resisted even Ander's hatred for Cameron.

"Oh!?" Ender's eyes lit up. Now he thinks of making trouble for Zhang Dongcheng all the time. This is a very bad state of mind; we have enmity, I have a bad life, but you have such a good life, how can this be okay?

The inferiority of human beings is fully reflected in Ander. "Gavin, don't give me any bad ideas, first tell me what happened."

"The thing is like this!" Gavin showed a smile, and handed a Hong Kong "Ming Pao" newspaper to Ender.

After looking down, Ender said dissatisfiedly: "Gavin, you should know, I don't understand these square characters! Why don't you just tell me what's going on!"

"Okay! Okay!" Gavin shrugged and said indifferently: "You are always so impatient, this is not good. The newspaper said that in Hong Kong, two companies filmed a movie ..."

Before Gavin finished speaking, Ender said angrily: "Hey! Gavin, what does Hong Kong movies have to do with me? Do you think it is still more than ten years ago, when Hong Kong was still Eastern Hollywood?"

Indeed, Hong Kong movies are now in decline. Eastern Hollywood, which used to be so beautiful, is now even inferior to Japanese and Indian movies.

"Ender, listen to me first!" Gavin frowned dissatisfiedly, and said, "Your habit of always interrupting others is very impolite, understand?"

"Okay, tell me, I'll just listen!" Ender leaned on the sofa with a relaxed look.

"Listen, the film jointly produced by these two companies is called Dark War..."

"Sneak war?" Ender interrupted Gavin again. The name really surprised him. The movie his rival Zhang Dongcheng is currently filming is also called Dark War.

Of course, this deadly enemy is only what Ender thinks so. In fact, Zhang Dongcheng has never paid him much attention since his college days. There is nothing sadder in life than Ander!

Gavin's face darkened, "Ender, I hope you can let me finish my sentence! OK?"

Seeing Ender's embarrassing expression, Gavin continued: "Smith's movie is a remake of this secret war. Of course, it can't be called a remake, but the same script, but the American version and Two versions of the Hong Kong version are coming!"

"What are you trying to say? Gavin? I don't understand!" Ender shook his head.

"It's very simple!" A glint of haze flashed in Gavin's eyes, and he told Ender his plan.

Ender's eyes brightened the more he listened. Keep nodding. Showed a sinister smile.

While the two brothers were discussing how to plot against Zhang Dongcheng, Zhang Dongcheng had already rushed to England by plane.

After getting off the plane, Zhang Dongcheng couldn't wait to call Victoria.

"Hello, Smith?" Victoria's voice came from the phone, her tone was somewhat suppressed surprise, but she deliberately pretended to be dissatisfied, and said: "It's really rare, I didn't expect our director Smith to give I'm calling. Is today April Fool's Day? Oh, God, April Fool's Day is over, okay?"

"Okay, Victoria. I was wrong. Can I apologize to you now? Where are you?" Hearing the noisy voice from Victoria, Zhang Dongcheng asked with a wry smile.

In fact, Victoria's reaction seemed very normal to Zhang Dongcheng.

Ever since he vacationed with her in Hong Kong years ago and had the closest relationship with her, until now he hasn't even made a single phone call to Victoria. It is inevitable that girls will be angry.

"Apologize? If you can appear in front of me within half an hour, I will accept your apology." Victoria said with a bit of resentment in her tone, "Of course I am in London. Well, St. Paul's Cathedral Here."

"Really? I mean, if I really appeared in front of you within half an hour, would you really accept my apology?" Zhang Dongcheng didn't rush to question Victoria and Beckham as soon as he came up. Tom thing. Because doing so will only backfire.

"Wow!" Victoria cheered in surprise, suppressing her excitement and asked, "Smith, you won't tell me you've come to England now, will you?"

"Well, you guessed it right." Zhang Dongcheng stopped a taxi with his hand, told the driver the address, and said to Victoria: "I'm on my way to St. Paul's Cathedral now. Victoria, I miss you very much!"

The nasty words made the driver show a kind smile.

The relationship between two people, sometimes just needs to be a little more numb. This is especially true for boys, because girls always look forward to romance, and sometimes tenderness is another manifestation of romance.

Victoria was really moved by what Zhang Dongcheng said. He responded sincerely: "I miss you too, Smith."

"Wait for me, I will appear in front of you soon!"

Along the way, Zhang Dongcheng never hung up the phone until he stood in front of Victoria.