Hollywood Lover

No, "The Passion of the Christ" is a good movie, and pre-sale tickets are now world records.

That is to say, the movie has not yet started to be released, and the pre-sale tickets make all the movies stand out!

In the original time and space, the film made it all the way to the top of the R-rated film box office chart with a score of 370 million US dollars. In addition, the film is the highest-grossing foreign language film and religious film in American film history.

In terms of performance, this film with an investment of only over 30 million US dollars has earned more than ten times its North American box office revenue. It is naturally a movie that earns a lot of money and is super profitable.

In the original time and space, Mel Gibson was responsible for the role of director, why he suddenly wanted to play the leading role here, and left the director's position to Jack, Zhang Dongcheng has no idea at all.

Maybe it was just one of the countless storms caused by my arrival...

The most expensive actor starred, and Jack's professional quality as a director is no problem at all, but the only problem is... This is a religious film, facing Catholicism, one of the largest religions in the world, and the film's The content tells about all the sins that the Son of Jesus suffered in the last twelve hours before his death!

This film truly records the last 12 hours of Jesus Christ's life, the day he suffered in Jerusalem, and it was also the cruelest and most painful torture that he suffered as a human being until his death.

The story begins one night, when Jesus was betrayed by Judas to the Jewish nobles. Under the dark blue night, Jesus was awakened, shocked and disappointed, and then he was calm and tolerant, and was captured silently.

When the soldiers bound Jesus' hands and feet with iron chains and took him to the sentencing site, crowds of Jews poured out, throwing stones at Jesus and spitting on him. Crazy Jews, cheering after Pilate announced the hanging of Jesus...

Jesus was carrying a heavy thick wooden cross and staggered through the streets of Jerusalem. He fell to the ground from time to time, and the Jews flocked to him even more frantically, venting their unscrupulous ignorance and resentment.

At the end of the crowd, Mary Magdalene watched in pain as Jesus, who was bearing the cross being insulted by the Jews, walked slowly towards Golgotha ​​covered in wounds and blood, her eyes were full of despair.

The holy water flowed from the cracks in the hands, the sand and stones turned into dust in the wind, and the hammer was raised high, hitting the cross with one hammer. Jesus, wearing a thorn crown made of thorns, silently endured the last pain before death... The long iron nails pierced into the left wrist, the long iron nails pierced into the right wrist, the long iron nails pierced into the left ankle, and the long iron nails pierced into the left ankle. A nail went into the right ankle. Blood flowed from the nail hole, flowed through the bloody skin, dripped into the soil, and every drop shook the sky.

Dark clouds rolled in the sky, engulfing every white gap, and a line of muddy tears rolled down from the corners of the eyes of Jesus' mother Maria (Maya Morgenstant), with a look of pain on her face. There was silence on the hillside, and the voice sung in a language that had disappeared lingered in every grain of air here...

Among the more than 300 million Americans, more than 100 million and close to 200 million are Christians. Among them, there are not a few fanatical believers who believe in Christ since childhood and regard it as their life. When these people go to church every week, they see in their hearts What is the state of mind of the most important people when they are tortured, flogged, and finally executed on film?

For Christians, that feeling should be a heart-wrenching and helpless feeling after watching a close relative of one's own flesh and blood being tortured for 2 hours!

When the movie was officially shown in the movie theater, when Jesus was crucified, the whole movie theater burst into tears, and countless people knelt and cried loudly, watching Christ die. During the screening, Peggy Scott, a 56-year-old advertiser from Kansas, suffered a heart attack and died in the hospital because of the scene of Jesus being tortured.

The death of Jesus may have been heartbreaking to Christians, but from the perspective of another group, it was even more annoying.

That is the Jewish people in America.

After being charged with killing Christ for thousands of years, although in 1965, the Holy See formally pardoned the "crimes" of the Jews at the Second Vatican Conference, since then, they no longer need to bear the heavy charge of "killing Jesus", This made all the Jews let go of a big stone that was weighing on their hearts. However, when Mel Gibson began writing and directing "The Passion of the Christ," the shadow once again hit the hearts of those Jews living in the United States. The sensitive religious issues involved in the film were the source of the contradictions.

The release of this film aggravated the worries of the Jews and disrupted the normal life of any Jew.

The "Passion of the Christ" movie has once again stirred up controversy between Catholics and Jews, and it has even been accused of being anti-Semitic and banned by local governments in Kuwait and Bahrain.

And some people say that the entire American economy is in the hands of the Jews, and such a movie under the banner of letting the guilty see their crimes clearly, one can imagine how annoyed the Jews will be.

Hollywood, which is also controlled by the Jews, has always held a mocking attitude towards religion, and even sneered at movies related to religion. When Mel Gibson announced his plan to shoot a movie about the Passion of Jesus, the former director of "Braveheart" The director was immediately criticized and obstructed by various forces.

Gibson found himself suddenly having so many enemies.

The great director Martin Scorsese was almost murdered by someone for filming "The Last Temptation of Christ" and turning Christ into a mortal addicted to sex and marriage.

Mel Gibson picked up this theme again, reproduced the process of the crucifixion of Jesus, and touched the pain of many people.

On the screen, Christ was beaten so badly that his body was covered with cuts and bruises. All the Jews will review the eternal sins they once committed, and they will also clarify their thousand-year injustice for the Romans. After all, Roman culture does not violate Christianity at all (except Greek polytheism), but also Roman culture has a major influence on the world today.

"Passion of the Christ" is a hot potato that many production companies are discouraged. Mel Gibson can only rely on his own foundation and raise about 30 million US dollars of funds to shoot. Even after the film was produced, he could not find a film company to dare to release it. Fortunately, after the test screening, the excellent reviews from all parties encouraged him. Many religious people who had watched the film also expressed their appreciation for his work. Finally, It was not easy for the Newmarket Company to take over the distribution work and win more than 2,000 movie theaters.

Quarrels, debates, religion, people will die when it is released, and no one is willing to release it. All these problems are piled up in front of Zhang Dongcheng, making it really difficult for him to make a choice.

"Jack, I support your decision to make a movie, but making such a sensitive movie that touches countless people's nerves, wouldn't it be too..." Zhang Dongcheng thought about it carefully, and then said very sincerely.

There are a lot of opportunities here, but a lot of bombs are also buried. Zhang Dongcheng's Dongcheng Films has passed the big news, and it's time to use controversy to attract attention. At this time, it is king to focus on making money, and there is no need to Come so much trouble.

But Jack was silent, he just twisted his hands and lowered his head.

Faith must have the upper hand at this moment, Zhang Dongcheng knew very well.

"I have known Mel Gibson since the second year I came to the United States. We have become good friends because we have the same beliefs." Jack reorganized his messy gray hair and said leisurely wrote: ""Since then, this "Passion of the Christ" has often appeared in our gatherings and chats. Mel Gibson has been preparing for it for at least five years, and deep in my heart , I am eager to tell the story of this biographical religion in the form of a movie, which is my long-standing belief. Everyone will have their own beliefs, and it is great to be able to do something for your beliefs. Even if you have to pay some price! "

When Jack said these words, his face glowed with a holy light, and he closed his eyes tightly, as if he was feeling the direction of Jesus in his heart.

Making movies for dreams is great.

But making movies for faith is just as great.

"Memel Gibson and I have worked so hard, from prep, to script, to script. All our spare time revolves around it. Movies are our faith, and Jesus is our faith, Mr. Smith , Please, please give us a chance!" Jack suddenly opened his eyes, and his tone was like a child eager for support.

Hey, Zhang Dongcheng was speechless.

Looking at the clear eyes of Jack in front of him, Zhang Dongcheng wanted to tell him how much infamy he and Mel Gibson had to bear for making this movie, did he really know?

"You made this movie, Judaism and Jews will launch crazy attacks on you, even death threats, can you accept it?" Taking a deep breath, Zhang Dongcheng asked.

"Willing to follow in the footsteps of the Lord..." Jack didn't say it clearly, but this sentence undoubtedly showed his belief that he would never turn back even if he died.

"You made this movie, and some people will say that you are using the name of Christ to consume Christians, and use the name of Christ to force them to buy tickets..." Zhang Dongcheng sighed, sometimes the internal pressure of the fortress is the strongest. horrible.

Jack pondered for a while, but still said seriously: "Willing to follow in the footsteps of the Lord..."

"So, I have no problem, let's do it, Jack! Dongcheng Films is your support!" Zhang Dongcheng stood up, stretched out his hand, and motioned for a hug with Jack.

When Jack heard Zhang Dongcheng's determination to support him, he couldn't help but be overjoyed. Having a friend by your side to help you carry it through the most difficult time, the touch is of course no small matter.

Hugging Zhang Dongcheng tightly, Jack felt tears welling up in his eyes. He originally thought that Zhang Dongcheng would let him go and film The Passion of the Christ. Instead of pressure, he supported him to shoot!

"Go, let go and do it. In this life, one must always fight for one's beliefs and dreams, even if the consequences are broken, he will not hesitate!" Zhang Dongcheng patted Jack on the back, giving him the greatest support now is the only thing that can be done.

Jack left, excited and happy, while Zhang Dongcheng was lost in thought. Without the words of the photographer, who would take the lead?

Let the long hair come up? This plan came to Zhang Dongcheng's mind, and soon his eyes lit up.

High School Musical is not a movie with a huge investment. The investment of 10 million US dollars is almost the lowest amount of investment since Zhang Dongcheng became famous. Such a small amount of money did not even use the film fund, which is a big killer, but simply Dongcheng Pictures took care of it themselves.

The investment is small, there are basically no special effects, and the camera head is standard and there is nothing special. This kind of film is used to let Changmao practice his hands, and do intensive training before becoming his own royal photographer. good.

Thinking back to the scene where the long-haired guy was holding a steel pipe and yelling at him when he was in Huaxia, and thinking about how he was running around with him now while carrying a camera, Zhang Dongcheng couldn't help but smile on the corner of his mouth.

Such a contrast is really a bit big...

After calling Changmao, Zhang Dongcheng asked him to come over. The position of photographer is really important, and Jack's departure made Zhang Dongcheng feel a little uncertain. After all, Jack and him have been up and down for so many years, so it is handy. , A sudden change of person always makes him a little unconsciously worried.

"Boss, are you looking for me?" Chang Mao bowed respectfully to Zhang Dongcheng as soon as he entered the room.

Zhang Dongcheng took a look and signaled Changmao to sit down on the sofa. Today, he tied up his loose hair, looking neat and artistic.

He likes to grow his hair long, and Zhang Dongcheng didn't force him to do that, but just do as he likes.

"Long Mao, it's like this, Jack told me suddenly today that he wants to direct a movie..." Zhang Dongcheng asked someone to bring two cups of coffee, and then he said to himself.

But Changmao and Jack have a very good relationship. Jack regards him as a closed disciple, and his skills are passed down from generation to generation. In private, the two also communicate a lot, and they will tell each other immediately what is on their minds. Listen.

Jack wanted to shoot a movie, Long Mao knew it a long time ago, but he always thought that Jack would finish filming High School Musical before leaving, instead of leaving in such a hurry.

At least, even if Jack is gone, Zhang Dongcheng must have found one of the most famous photographers in Hollywood, Changmao thinks so.

"So, I want you to fill in the position of videographer. You fill Jack's vacancy. I wonder if you have the confidence to take it?" Zhang Dongcheng took a sip of his coffee and looked at the long hair in front of him with a smile.

And as soon as these words came out, there was a turmoil in Changmao's heart. From the assistant photographer to the chief photographer, that was the difference between riding a spaceship and flying straight into the sky!

Looking into Zhang Dongcheng's eyes, Changmao felt a huge sense of happiness pounding his heart, and sat there with his mouth open for a while, but he didn't know what to say.

"Hehe, don't get too excited. Sooner or later, I will let you sit in this seat. It's not my movie, but someone else's movie in the company. Okay, take it easy and tell me if you can." Zhang Dongcheng looked at Changmao This dumbfounded look was also funny, and he couldn't help but pat him on the shoulder to cheer him up.

Follow the boss, that's right! Only these words kept echoing in Changmao's heart.

It’s been almost two years since I came to the United States. Not only have I learned the best and best photography knowledge, but the money in my pocket has skyrocketed, and Dayan horses can sleep casually. That's when the boss lets himself go one step further.

Unexpectedly, the opportunity came so soon!

Grab it, grab this opportunity! Follow the old university well, maybe I can be a director like Jack in the future!

Changmao immediately set a lofty goal for himself, and said to Zhang Dongcheng with a face full of gratitude: "Boss, you pulled me back from the fork, let alone let me be a cameraman, even if you let me go down the mountain of swords Huohai, I will do whatever I want!"

Hearing Chang Mao's heartfelt and righteous words, Zhang Dongcheng couldn't help laughing: "There's no need for you to go up the mountain of swords and down into the sea of ​​flames. People who follow me will never be disappointed. Since you have confidence, then this important I will leave the job to you, do it well for me!"

"Don't worry, boss, even if Chang Mao dies, he won't embarrass you!" Chang Mao's mood was soaring, being valued by Zhang Dongcheng, the feeling of being valued by him was like drinking several bottles of the strongest vodka, I can't help myself.

"Okay, the cameraman needs his own team, you can do it yourself, you can ask whoever you like, we will officially start shooting in a few days!" Zhang Dongcheng smiled.

"Yes! Guaranteed to complete the task!" Changmao grinned and smirked, imitating the appearance of the People's Liberation Army, touched his feet, and gave Zhang Dongcheng a substandard military salute, and then hurried out, wanting to let him His own team took shape as soon as possible.

Hehe, this guy!

Zhang Dongcheng looked down at the document again, and a casual sentence from him can change a person's life, at least it was fully reflected in Changmao.

Everything is set, High School Musical is about to begin!

Come on, let's have a youthful dance, a youthful love, and a carnival belonging to young people!

It was already the end of November in 2000. It was quite cold in Salt Lake City High School, and the students couldn't hold back their excitement.

What made them distracted in class, what made them chatter today, what made them just want to poke their heads out and see what's going on downstairs right now?

The reason is very simple, the super director Zhang Dongcheng brought a large number of his crew members, here they come!

Before today, East City Films had been preparing for the preparatory work at East High School in Salt Lake City. They hung a wild cat pattern with its mouth wide open in the gymnasium, and hung bright red flags all over the school. East High School was completely in their hands. It was different, as if a real youthful vitality had been radiated overnight, which surprised everyone.