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The premiere of "Nanjing Photo Studio" was a lively and exciting event.

Many artists want to get in, but they don't have the connections.

This film brings together top film production companies, directors, and producers from Mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

If you're noticed by a big shot, your career path will be much smoother.

Leaders from several state-owned enterprises, including China Film Group, Shanghai Film Group, Ningbo Film Group, and Xi'an Film Group, attended the event in formal attire.
Wanda, Enlight Media, Yinghuang, Huayi, Anle...

Several major companies brought their artists, and the number of them was quite large.

Chen Kaige, Gu Changwei, Ning Hao, Feng Xiaogang, and others were all present.

Zhang Yimou was seen with the newly signed "Little Yellow Duck" (a nickname for a young male celebrity), showing that he was highly valued.

Not to mention actors and celebrities in the industry, they're never short of time on the red carpet.

When Tang Yan led the company's artists onto the red carpet, the media's cameras never stopped clicking.

Only Xiaole Pictures could pull off such a feat, given their financial resources, by having several A-list actors appearing simultaneously.

"Wow, so many people! It's even more lively than the time with Tangtang's [Magic Thieves]."

Wang Luodan exclaimed in surprise, while observing Tang Yan's reaction.

"Yes, only Brother Le has that kind of influence."

Tang Yan's eyes sparkled, oblivious to the hidden meaning. After signing her name on the wall, she went to the photo area to take pictures.

Behind her, Wang Luodan curled her lip. Why could he call her "Brother Le" while she couldn't?

Yang Mi remained inconspicuous among the group, quietly observing the factions among the company's artists.

Tang Yan is the nominal number one sister, while Huang Bo, Luo Jin, Zhang Li, and Tan Songyun belong to the royalist faction.

Wang Luodan appears compliant on the surface, but sometimes her words are barbed, clearly showing her resentment, and she has a close relationship with Zhao Liying.

Only Dong Xuan and Shu Chang are relatively laid-back.

To Yang Mi's surprise, the directors Guo Fan and Lu Yang treated Tang Yan in a completely different way than they did.

Although it wasn't obvious, she could still sense it.

Perhaps she's a new artist, so there might be differences.

Yang Mi thought to herself that as a newcomer, she would definitely have to choose a side, which would affect her future status.

"Honey, what are you thinking about? Hurry up and catch up."

"Oh, here we come."

Yang Mi responded instinctively to Zhao Liying's greeting.

The two met while filming "Chinese Paladin 3". Before Yang Mi joined the company, the two maintained contact thanks to Yang Mi's careful protection, and naturally, Yang Mi had the best relationship with Zhao Liying.

To outsiders, Yang Mi appears to be part of the same team as Wang Luodan and Zhao Liying.

"Sugar candy."

"Sister Yan."

Looking at Tang Yan, who was being warmly greeted by a group of celebrities, Yang Mi felt that going against her was a bit irrational.

She hadn't figured out Tang Yan's strengths yet, otherwise she wouldn't have gotten involved with the likes of Wang Luodan; in her eyes, they were too childish.

Lu Zhen enjoyed the occasion, socializing among a group of producers.

Jing Tian and Liu Yifei hid in a corner, talking quietly, clearly not fond of these social occasions.

Cai Yinong was surprised that Liu Shishi had received an invitation from China Film Group, and she had managed to sneak in as well.

She was quite moved, saying that Tangren was in the TV drama industry and, through Liu Shishi's connections, had attended several premieres of top domestic films.

Han Sanping, holding a wine glass, chatted and laughed with the person in charge of Shanghai Film and Ningbo Film Studio.

Outside, in the waiting area.

Tian Xiaole calculated the time to meet with the main creators. If he arrived too early, he would have to wait until the guests had finished walking the red carpet and were the final act.

"Director Tian, ​​we've been waiting for you."

Jia Jingwen said with a smile, naturally taking Tian Xiaole's arm.

Seeing this, Yan Dancheng was not to be outdone and took the other arm.

The two women exchanged a glance, snorted, and turned their heads away.

"What are you doing? You've made my life miserable."

Tian Xiaole was being held by the two men, looking helpless. They couldn't just kick him out.

That would be too embarrassing for both of them.

Huang Xiaoming and Huang Bo exchanged a glance and revealed a meaningful smile.

These two are clever; knowing that the thigh is thick, they hug it a little longer whenever they have time.

"Senior Sister Mei, I'm afraid you'll have to make do and hold my arm," Huang Bo joked.

"Hey, if anyone's going to try to win someone over, it should be me." Huang Xiaoming revealed a wicked smile.

Mei Ting looked at the two of them making a fool of themselves and unceremoniously took their arms: "Director Tian has two beauties, and I have two handsome men."

Zhu Yilong followed behind the six people, all alone.

The main cast walked the red carpet last, and the unusual combination excited the media reporters, who snapped away.

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As Tian Xiaole and his entourage entered the venue, they instantly attracted everyone's attention.

Greetings rose and fell, all expressing their anticipation for the movie.

There were no congratulatory messages for the film's box office success, as the film's subject matter is too sensitive to offer.

Tian Xiaole glanced around and realized that most of the people there were strangers; there were simply too many people.

He has many acquaintances, and all of them are people he has worked with.

"Uncle Han, let's finish this quickly today, and put the socializing later..."

Because of the subject matter, Han Sanping didn't dare to bring in a song and dance troupe; this was the most modest premiere he had ever organized.

Tian Xiaole and the main cast sat in a row on the stage.

The venue quieted down, and the media reporters had already taken out their notebooks, waiting for the two Chinese-language film festival directors to speak.

His very first sentence left everyone present completely stunned.

"I don't understand (Fenghua accent)."

[Nanjing Photo Studio] released just one trailer, and it got so many people into "homeowner mode"—this remote animal husbandry thing is something we need to learn…

Han Sanping, sitting in the audience, immediately sensed something was wrong. Judging from Tian Xiaole's words, was he about to start criticizing her?

Tian Xiaole did indeed mean that, because the official response was not sharp enough and failed to pinpoint the problem.

The reporters in the audience's eyes lit up; this was the prelude to a big news story!

Spray!

Hurry up and start criticizing!

They looked at Tian Xiaole expectantly, ready to record the whole process at any time.

Tian Xiaole looked around the room and slowly began to speak:
"Those so-called experts, professors, and influential figures who dare to utter words like 'favor' are either bad or stupid."

The blood of tens of millions of compatriots—can money really atone for that? Using business to cover up blood debts—doesn't your conscience hurt?

The room was completely silent, but Tian Xiaole, having just moistened his throat, was getting into character:
According to Weibo statistics, most of those who say such things have an overseas study background, especially those born in the 80s and 90s.

These kinds of people come back pampered and treated like royalty, yet they can utter such mindless remarks. I have reason to suspect that a large portion of them were mistreated and became accomplices.

Boom!
The venue erupted in chaos.

Tian Xiaole's words were quite significant.

Doesn't this clearly show that some of those who returned from studying abroad are corrupt?

That possibility certainly cannot be ruled out, but to bring it up publicly would be a big problem.

These people are either university professors or hold high-ranking positions.

They offended someone to death.

That's a sweeping generalization. Old Man Han gasped, taking a deep breath of Beijing's smog. No targeted attacks, just a direct group attack!
This news is going to be explosive!
"Old Tian, ​​is it alright for Xiao Le to say that?"

Zhang Yimou was so surprised he couldn't close his mouth. Could he possibly hear such a thing?

Old Tian gave a wry smile: "What can we do? We've already said it."

Among the other producers of the film, some were secretly pleased, some wore wry smiles, and some had resolute expressions...

Regardless, Tian Xiaole's remarks, coupled with the background and subject matter, and the overwhelming patriotic sentiment, will definitely make this movie a box office hit.

In the quiet meeting room, a bold reporter asked:

"Director Tian, ​​are you worried that people will say that making these kinds of films about suffering is a way to make money off the country's misfortune and to profit from its hardships?"

Tian Xiaole smiled and looked directly at the reporter:
Do I need it?

Every film I, Tian Xiaole, direct has been a huge box office hit, all thanks to exploiting the suffering of the Chinese people!

Such an arrogant question went unanswered, and there was no room for argument.

Those who question whether Tian Xiaole is trying to profit from the national crisis are simply ignorant.

Looking back at their historical achievements, every film they made was a huge hit.

Moreover, there's a major IP like Pacific Rim.

This doesn't even include co-productions with Hollywood; they're making a killing.

It's much better than filming these kinds of difficult and unprofitable subjects!

Tian Xiaole sighed softly and looked up at everyone in the hall:

"The film 'Nanjing Photo Studio' is a remembrance, a tribute, and a search for evidence of history."

Many people at the scene didn't follow the train of thought, but that didn't stop them from taking notes.

"my country launched the anti-French war in 1931, but in the traditional Western record, influenced by the 'Western centrism,' the anti-French war was altered to have started in 39."

Under this erroneous transmission of values, the resistance and sacrifice of martyrs are ignored and marginalized.

This is why I made "The Nanjing Photo Studio" and why I included so many production companies. I want this film to let as many people as possible know that history will not be forgotten..."

Tian Xiaole's voice was resounding and powerful, striking the hearts of everyone present.

Many people were trembling, holding their breath, with an urge to shout it out.

The main creators on stage looked at Tian Xiaole with changed expressions; Jia Jingwen and Yan Dancheng were both drooling.

Such a passionate and inspiring speech was absolutely brilliant.

It means you'll offend too many people.

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The other main creators appeared rather bland during the interviews, without making any surprising statements or expounding their views.

The film officially premiered.

Those who saw the trailer guessed that the movie would be very depressing. Although they had prepared themselves, the content was even more depressing than they expected, leaving them feeling suffocated.

The very first shot of the movie is a violent attack.

As Nanjing nursery rhymes were sung, corpses were dumped on the streets, their eyes wide open, dying with unresolved grievances.

When the infant in swaddling clothes was thrown to its death in the street, gasps of shock erupted from the scene.

When Squad Leader Song shouted "China will win!", many people were moved to tears.

"..."

With tears in her eyes, Yu Xiu resolutely refused to become a traitor and firmly believed that the War of Resistance against Japan would be won...

The mother and daughter of the Jin family, who had hoped to have a child, died tragically at the hands of the Japanese army, and some of them were already weeping uncontrollably.

"The plot is too depressing; it raises blood pressure in viewers."

Inside the venue, people were discussing quietly.

"Brother Le, this is too tragic, I feel so depressed."

Tang Yan's eyes were red, and she disregarded the occasion, holding Tian Xiaole's hand tightly.

Seeing Tang Yan crying her eyes out, the assistant, not wanting to shake off her hand, quickly handed her a tissue.

Anticipating this situation, the venue had prepared plenty of tissues, which came in handy.

The commotion was noticed by many people sitting in the back row, especially Yang Mi, Wang Luodan, Jing Tian, ​​and others who were keeping a close eye on Tian Xiaole's every move.

"Scheming bitch."

"Humph, how shameless."

As the movie ended, many audience members were already in tears, while those who were more easily moved to tears were muttering curses.

Tian Xiaole used a semi-documentary filming style to try his best to restore this historical tragedy. Anyone who identifies as Chinese cannot help but feel moved by it.

"This movie is quite realistic."

Zhang Yimou couldn't help but sigh.

His upcoming film, "The Flowers of War," also tells this historical story, but he plans to express it from a different perspective, balancing the tension between art and humanity.

Zhang Yimou is ambitious; he wants to make a Chinese version of "Schindler's List".

The movie was so heavy that I couldn't concentrate on the subsequent reception, and the premiere ended early.

The storm that Tian Xiaole and this film are creating is brewing.

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Major websites and news outlets have published news about the premiere.

"Tian Xiaole criticizes early returnees from overseas studies, suggesting they may be 'domesticated'..."

Tian Xiaole called for an end to Western-centric influences, emphasizing that China was one of the earliest anti-Fascist countries.

"【Nanjing Photo Studio】is a film that is close to reality and most realistic in its portrayal of human nature... It has a strong appeal and a high degree of immersion, so have tissues ready when watching."

"【Nanjing Photo Studio】is not just a movie, but a solemn awakening of national memory."

The bright red news headlines were featured prominently on the front pages of major news outlets.

Many people were provoked, especially international students, particularly those on government-funded scholarships.

While barking at all the bad things about the country, they comfortably enjoy all kinds of welfare benefits.

Some university experts and professors were the first to get restless.

Although they weren't named, every single one of their points matched, and they righteously and vehemently criticized:
"Tian Xiaole's remarks are extremely irresponsible and constitute an extremely extreme hype. To define an entire group simply because of ideological differences is blatant discrimination..."

“These kinds of works that focus on the atrocities committed by the Japanese army deliberately amplify historical pain and should not be used as a tool for certain directors to hype themselves up.”

"..."

These kinds of news come on strong but disappear even faster.

In just one afternoon, everything disappeared completely, including Tian Xiaole's outrageous remarks criticizing the early overseas student community.

Such remarks are likely to generalize and condemn everyone, which is detrimental to unity.

Han Sanping also called Tian Xiaole, telling him not to add fuel to the fire and to focus his energy on the movie.

"Let's not have any so-called experts or professors lecturing us, otherwise I can't stand it."

"You own all the Weibo accounts, why don't you just ban them?"

Han Sanping offered his opinion because he was genuinely afraid that Tian Xiaole would start criticizing him, which was too much of a baseless attack.

"This will only force them to go from the open to the covert, keeping them under our noses so that we can better discipline them."

"Alright then." Han Sanping knew he couldn't persuade Tian Xiaole, so he handed the matter over to his superiors, who were having a headache.

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On the last night before the film's release, many people couldn't sleep.

[Legend of the Fist] and [Reign of Assassins] were eliminated by the market early on.

The art film "Under the Hawthorn Tree" has come to an end, grossing 1.2 million yuan at the box office, breaking the record for domestic art films previously held by "Mei Lanfang".

As for "Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame," it grossed 2.2 million yuan after half a month of theatrical release.

This was also his last chance to make money at the box office.

Major cinema chains have begun adjusting their film schedules to include "Nanjing Photo Studio". (End of Chapter)