Hollywood New Century

Under the night, Hong Kong is full of colors and neon lights, and it truly lives up to its name as one of the most outstanding cities in Asia.

At No. 8 Financial Street, Central, the entrance of the Four Seasons Hotel in Central, which opened in 2005, has already been covered with a red carpet, surrounded by countless reporters.

Simon Parker led Sarah Bradna into the banquet with ease under the leadership of Zhou Lixian. After all, the two were not stars, and the news of Simon's attendance was also concealed.

Otherwise, as the boss of Xinghai Entertainment, a billionaire who is less than 30 years old is enough to keep the spotlight flashing.

"It seems that today, many entertainment stars in Hong Kong are here!" Simon found many familiar faces after entering the banquet hall.

"Of course, this kind of banquet cannot be without celebrities to attract popularity. After all, reporters like celebrities, don't they?" Zhou Lixian smiled. How many Hong Kong celebrities does Simon know?

"Mr. Pike, welcome!" Director Wu Yusen and producer Zhang Jiazhen, who had already met in Cannes, walked over to greet each other warmly.

"Contributed, "Chibi" is doing well at the box office now," Simon said, introducing Sarah Bradna casually.

Afterwards, the bosses of China Star Films, Anle Films and Universal Asia Entertainment all came over to greet Simon.

In the corner of the banquet, several main actors of the "Red Cliff" crew, Tony Leung, Takeshi Kaneshiro and Taiwanese model Lin Chi-ling were also chatting.

Just married in Bhutan, Tony Leung, Carina Lau and his wife were full of happiness. The newlywed wife, Carina Lau, looked at Simon Parker, who was surrounded by her, and asked her husband: "That is the boss of Hollywood Star Sea Pictures, who acquired Summit Entertainment. people?"

Tony Leung, who had seen and learned about it in Cannes before, explained: "Yes, a new rising character in Hollywood, Xinghai Pictures is now gaining momentum, and this young American has a lot of capital and has a lot to do with Wall Street!"

"So it is!" Carina Lau said, and looked over there again. Jiang Zhiqiang of Anle Films, Xiang Huaqiang, the boss of China Star, Lin Jianyue, the boss of Universal Asia Entertainment, etc., all seemed to want to chat with him more.

Over there, Zhou Lixian introduced these Hong Kong filmmakers for Simon, while talking about their respective company business.

"Hong Kong movies have been the benchmark in Asia for many years. I used to like Hong Kong's local movies. After all, there are also some Chinese actors in Hollywood! If there is a chance, we will also cooperate with you at Xinghai Films," Simon said. Laughing and chatting casually with the guys around.

And Sarah Bradner has been talking to several wives or actresses on the other side.

"By the way, Mr. Parker, in fact, Universal Asia Entertainment hopes to strengthen film exchanges with Hollywood in all aspects. There will always be sparks in the cultural collision between the East and the West," said Lin Jianyue, the boss of Universal Asia Entertainment, raising his glass and saying to Simon.

"Oh, I just heard that last year's Oscar Best Picture "Infernal Affairs" was a remake of your company's "Infernal Affairs". It's a really fascinating plot. I actually hoped to win the remake right at the beginning. De Peet's Plan B and Warner Bros. are one step ahead," Simon laughed.

"Really, that's a pity, Xinghai Pictures has been a big hit in Hollywood in recent years, and even won the Oscar for Best Picture," Lin Jianyue has been in the film industry for some years, of course for this kind of thing A lot of attention.

The end of Hong Kong movies has long been an indisputable fact, and Hollywood production companies also pass through Hong Kong to explore the huge mainland market.

Hong Kong Anle Films mainly distributes western films in Hong Kong. It also operates a Broadway theater chain with 12 small theaters, and also participates in some film investments for overseas markets.

Simon is somewhat interested in Anle Films, which distributes Hollywood movies in China. After all, it needs a bridgehead now.

Jiang Zhiqiang, the head of Anle Pictures, was chatting with Simon on the sofa next to him under the introduction of Zhou Lixian.

"At present, Chinese films are actively going to the world, allowing everyone to experience the spirit of Chinese films. At the same time, China is also actively promoting the cultural and entertainment industry. Whether it is in Hong Kong or the mainland, there are many film companies who want to cooperate with Hollywood, the world's film center. "As the first person to distribute Chinese films overseas, Jiang Zhiqiang not only understands the domestic market, but also has a thorough understanding of the Hollywood film system.

"Yes, the cultural industry needs to communicate. Eastern and Western cultures are different, but each has its own merits. Like "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", "Heroes" and "House of Flying Daggers" all have a lot of influence in Hollywood!" Simon said The overseas distribution of these three influential Chinese-language films is all from Jiang Zhiqiang.

"At present, the domestic market is getting bigger year by year. We, Anle Pictures, have many years of experience in distributing Hollywood movies in Hong Kong. We hope to cooperate with Xinghai Pictures. We are familiar with Hong Kong," Jiang Zhiqiang certainly hopes. It's time to get the chance to release Xinghai Films films in Hong Kong.

Simon smiled and glanced at Zhou Lixian, who smiled and said, "Mr. Jiang, we at Xinghai Films do have this idea. We can have a good chat later."

After Jiang Zhiqiang left, Zhou Lixian asked Simon, "Can the distribution in Hong Kong be handed over to Anle Films?"

"Yes, the small market in Hong Kong does not matter, Anle Films is no problem, and with this relationship, it will be more convenient for us to release Chinese-language films in North America in the future," Simon explained.

"At present, I hope to be able to participate in some Chinese movies as soon as possible!"

Simon said, his eyes looked through the banquet hall to the inland opposite the sea, which was the goal this time.

"Understood, I will go to Beijing to deal with it as soon as possible," Zhou Lixian nodded, then smiled,

"By the way, I have a few options for the house you asked me to find. You can go and see if you want to buy it when you have time. In Deep Water Bay, Repulse Bay, Taipingshan, Causeway Bay, Shek O and other wealthy areas, it should be suits you!"

Simon nodded. Of course, when he came to Hong Kong, he had to buy a few villas. Even if he didn't live in such a good place, the return on investment would be very high.

Moreover, the locations chosen by Zhou Lixian are indeed the places where Hong Kong's rich people gather. The scenery is good, the scenery is good, and it is quiet enough.

Before the banquet was over, Simon and Sarah Bradna left the Four Seasons Hotel to rent a private yacht for a night cruise in Victoria Bay.

"We went to see a few mansions here in the past few days. I may come here often in the future. It's good to have a place to live," Simon said to the girl beside him while standing on the deck blowing the sea breeze.

"Okay, it just so happens that we can have a good time shopping in Hong Kong these days!" Sarah Bradna responded.