Chapter 387, Wushu Association: Their Martial Arts Are Not Orthodox!

At this moment.

The publicity and promotion are also proceeding in an orderly manner.

On the other side, Ye Weixin's main creators have also received some news.

Some of the publicity and promotion news came from the Huaxia Wushu Association.

When the news came from there, the meaning was quite obvious.

You want to promote Chinese martial arts.

Why don't you ask us first?

This made Ye Weixin a little confused.

Did I hear something wrong?

"Does your Wushu Association have such a rule? Chen Zhihui, come and translate it for me, what's going on?"

After hearing this call, Ye Weixin in Hong Kong felt a little skeptical about life.

At this time, Chen Zhihui's mouth twitched.

"Sure enough, these guys still found you, don't worry about them."

It turns out that the Wushu Association is also divided into factions. One is the formal participation in Wushu rating, which is what martial arts actors often come into contact with. They are formal and standardized, most of them work in sports schools, and a small part of them are involved in the actor and dance industry.

It is also the standard setter for the Wushu Association rating.

Hong Kong martial arts actors are very familiar with this group of people in the Wushu Association, but the other group of people, that is, the group of people who came this time to ask for publicity fees and patent fees.

It is completely different.

They are all orthodox descendants of famous and upright schools, the right way, and the only seedling of national martial arts. But in fact, if you have to say so, they are indeed descendants of famous and upright schools.

It is precisely because of this orthodox legacy of famous and upright schools that they can have a place in the Wushu Association without any production.

"To be honest, I used to be one of them, and I was very proud of my orthodox name. In fact, I am still proud of my identity as a descendant of northern boxing." Chen Zhihui murmured at this time: "But later I found that this is not the true reason for promoting national martial arts."

"They practice Tai Chi and fake boxing, and perform Qigong to make money. A so-called southern Tai Chi master can beat 20 fighting experts alone and can knock them down with one push. When I saw them making money like this, I began to feel ashamed to be with them."

At this time, Ye Weixin understood.

"Then I understand. He is here to collect my protection fee, right?"

"Yes, but from our perspective, the protection fee they collected is not without benefits. They also have a group of believers. If we let them cooperate in publicity, we can make those who believe in the so-called orthodoxy of national martial arts become our audience."

Chen Zhihui was conflicted at this time.

If we don't give them protection money, as long as they say that this national martial arts is not orthodox, once the network channels ferment, then the national martial arts gimmick of "Ip Man" will be wasted.

Think about it.

The orthodox descendants of the Wushu Association say that this is not national martial arts, so can you still use it for publicity?

But Chen Zhihui is really disgusted with these people.

To some extent, these so-called orthodox descendants are the scum of the national martial arts world.

Ye Weixin also decisively chose to refuse at this time.

"If I want to give money to a bunch of guys who are just seeking fame and reputation, then they are just dreaming."

"Don't bother with them. We have enough publicity and promotion gimmicks now. Anyway, there is "The Warlords" ahead of us. I don't expect commercial results. As long as we can achieve the results of "SPL" and make a small profit, I will be satisfied."

At least if we can make a small profit, we can prove to investors that martial arts films with real people fighting, although niche, have not yet fallen into decline and death.

That's enough.

It's enough to continue the bloodline of incense.

"How is it? Ip Man on the other side of Hong Kong."

"Ignore us."

"Okay, I know their answer."

"Really, they are shooting a movie about Chinese martial arts, and it's fine if they don't ask us to guide it, but now they really don't want to spend a penny, and they still use the orthodox martial arts of our ancestors. Is there any justice or law?"

"Does he think that our martial arts community is easy to bully?"

At this time, several men in their 50s wearing Tang suits, who looked imposing, were indignant.

Although they neglected exercise and had a big belly, they were full of energy when they cursed.

Because Ip Man didn't pay.

They didn't have money to share.

"I'm so angry, ask Xiao Zhong to pour me a cup of tea, so I can calm down."

At this time, the descendant of Nanquan Tai Chi named Ma Guohu angrily directed the staff of the Wushu Association.

Although they did not engage in any production activities, they had a floor in the Wushu Association.

They treated the staff as servants.

"Master Ma, calm down, calm down. I, the orthodox descendant of Wing Chun, have not said anything. At worst, we will not give them any certification this time. We can just issue a statement that this martial art is not orthodox. Isn't that enough? A flopped movie with limited funds can't make much money."

The middle-aged woman next to him is called Milan Fang. She claims to be the orthodox descendant of Wing Chun. My mother is a third-generation orthodox disciple of Ip Man.

She was the one who beat 20 people alone in the southern martial arts performance.

She has countless fans.

"What I want is not his money, but his attitude! You don't know how bad his attitude was on the phone. I gave my name, but he didn't even recognize me! Even our group of orthodox martial arts He doesn’t even know the descendant, so why does he have any respect for us? There is no respect at all!”

Ma Guohu said aggressively.

His yelling could be heard throughout the floor.

However, some people think that this movie called "Ip Man" may really be in trouble.

Their minds.

Really small.

On another floor, Wu Jing was discussing the internal affairs of the martial arts association with his father.

"These old guys are really irritable. If they are so full of energy, why don't they go exercise and really hone their martial arts? They are still saying strange things here."

Wu Jing was very disdainful of the things on the floor upstairs, and was even very depressed.

With the title of so-called master of Chinese martial arts.

But in fact, even a horse stance takes less than 5 minutes.

Wu Jing felt disgusted by looking at this kind of thing that was just for the sake of fame. It was undoubtedly an insult to people like them who practiced martial arts normally.

A very embarrassing insult.

Especially when Wu Jing saw his father, the chief instructor of Shichahai Martial Arts Academy and a key member of the Martial Arts Association.

Not only do I have to work hard every day, but I also have to work as a horse for those people, and my treatment is not as good as those who drink tea from the office.

"Okay, stop complaining. No matter what, they are still inheritors of orthodox martial arts. You regard them as the inheritors of an intangible cultural heritage and a facade. It is not too difficult to understand that the country gives them preferential treatment."

Although Wu Jinquan was a little helpless, he understood.

As non-genetic people, they have the necessity to act as frontmen here.

Even the legitimacy of the martial arts association depends on that group of people.

"It's really fucked. It's not the capable people who stand out, but these idiots."

"Existence is reasonable."

Although he said so, Wu Jinquan still said: "But these guys who are just eating corpses really don't know what to say."

"Right, I think they are the main culprits for insulting Chinese martial arts. When I go to a fighting gym outside to practice, I dare not say that I practice martial arts. As soon as I say that I practice martial arts, people will automatically give me three You won’t fight me as hard as you can, just because you’re afraid of hurting me.”

This kind of concession is more uncomfortable than simply looking down on him.

This impression is probably an illusion created by those so-called martial arts masters who often appear on TV programs and who do not know the so-called performances.

What is really hurt are the feelings of those who truly practice martial arts and pass on Chinese martial arts.

The most terrible thing is that there is no way to refute.

After all, they are officially recognized as the face of Chinese martial arts, so it’s you who should get out of here.

This does feel a bit ridiculous.

And a little sad.

"Do you want to watch the movie "Ip Man"? Dad, it was the young man you tested for the lead role back then." At this time, Wu Jing remembered that Li Yun and the two had fought against each other back then.

Now times have changed, and he has become a leading actor on the front line. Although he is approaching his age, he has already left himself far behind.

Those feelings are definitely complicated.

"That third-level martial arts actor, I don't know if his martial arts has improved these days." Wu Jinquan paused and said, "In a real fight, he is much better than you."

"You don't need to tell me this. Of course I know about it."

Wu Jing was speechless at this time, and of course he emphasized again: "I couldn't beat him back then, but now, I am no longer what I used to be, and he is not following a pure martial arts route. How can he have so many skills like me?" Put your energy into martial arts training.”

Martial arts is directly proportional to talent and training. Li Yun actually chose to focus on acting in his career as an actor.

This also makes Wu Jinquan feel a little pity. Li Yun's martial arts talent is undoubted.

It can be said that he has never seen such a powerful martial arts talent.

If he keeps going, he may not be able to become a great master.

If you are proficient in a martial art, you may not be able to grow into a more powerful existence than those guys who are just trying to gain fame.

The martial arts world lacks a genius like him.

However, people choose their own paths, and he actually chose to be an actor. Other people would not say anything other than feeling pity.

"Okay, I just don't have much to do lately, so I'm going to watch "Ip Man" with you just to relax."

Wu Jinquan even felt in his heart that it would be better if the movie was worse.

If the quality was good, he would even feel a little guilty because of the influence of those fake masters who were just trying to gain fame.

After all, nominally speaking, they are also people supported by the Martial Artists Association.

It is also the choice of the Martial Artists Association.

News about the Martial Artists Association spread quickly, and online channels are very powerful.

With those well-known and upright old masters, they brought documents and notices written by them.

The martial arts in the movie "Ip Man" have not been taught orthodoxly by the famous sects, and the martial arts used are not orthodox Chinese martial arts. Audiences, please do not be confused, and severely condemn those who pretend to be fake.

When this statement came out, it was equivalent to knocking off half of the "Ip Man" foot. Chinese martial arts is a very important publicity gimmick, but at this time it has reached a half-wasted stage.

"There is also this kind of thing. Are we begging for food by making movies?" When Li Yun heard the news, he didn't know what emotion to use to deal with it.

I can only say that the way of the martial arts association is really wild.

Why didn't I know that this way was so wild before?

However, for the publicity of "Ip Man", the statement of these old predecessors of the martial arts association is undoubtedly adding insult to injury.

Originally, it could still use the gimmick of orthodox Chinese martial arts.

But now the microphone has been snatched away by others, and your gimmick of orthodox Chinese martial arts can no longer be used.

This is undoubtedly a very bad thing.

At least in terms of publicity, this is a very bad thing, which is equivalent to being knocked off a label.

A very important label.

"They are just occupying the name of orthodoxy, and it happens that many people buy into this, and you can't do anything about it."

Jiang Chenggang was very helpless about this.

From a personal perspective, Ye Weixin's toughness is very reasonable.

Why should I give money to that group of people?

Just because they are just sitting there doing nothing?

That's the truth.

But if you want to claim the name of orthodoxy, you will inevitably need to borrow their power.

Spending money to avoid disasters is the truth.

I believe everyone understands it.

"Li Zi, if it were you, you would also spend money to avoid disasters. You said he did it too roughly." Jiang Chenggang said to Li Yun in a serious manner.

However, Li Yun touched his chin at this time and said it with a little sense of course.

"If it were me, I would not only reject them, but I would also scold them on the spot to vent my anger."

Jiang Chenggang was a little stunned when he heard it.

Although he also knew that the old guys in the martial arts association were not good, shouldn't the world of adults only talk about pros and cons?

"I will definitely not indulge those ignorant guys."

Li Yun said: "If they can really shoulder the responsibility of promoting the national quintessence, then it is understandable that they enjoy this benefit, but in fact, what they do is no different from cheating."

Master Ma Baoguo in the previous life, and the Lan Fang Tai Chi master, this group of people are definitely the culprits of the low reputation of national martial arts.

They are practicing a half-hearted national martial arts and cheating others.

It would be fine if they really just use the name of their ancestors to do some performance-like things, but they insist on saying that what they know is real and what they do is real kung fu.

That's a joke.

In the millennium, they still had a part of the market, but when the Internet gradually developed, their voices became weaker and weaker, and they no longer had the previous advantages.

When more and more people tied them to national martial arts, when their scams and castles in the air collapsed, the backlash against them also became the backlash against national martial arts.

Supporting these bastards is also the sin of the decline of national martial arts.

If it were me, I wouldn't give them a penny.

"Let them be black, black and red are also red, let the bullets fly for a while, the most important thing for a movie is quality, our "Ip Man" is the highest quality domestic film in this period, what are we afraid of." At this time, Li Yun smiled faintly.

And Jiang Chenggang wanted to say something.

However, this time is indeed a slack period for Hollywood blockbusters, and it is at this time that domestic commercial films will gather together, and under the pressure of Hollywood, there are some opportunities to survive.

Only some Hollywood movies of the phoenix tail level will be shown here.

But although the phoenix tail is gone, the chicken head is still there!

The new era movie that is absolutely expected by the industry, the representative work of the new era of domestic commercial blockbusters.

"The Warlords".

One step from a superstar.

The most handsome man in Asia.

The Kung Fu Emperor who returned from Hollywood.

These three, plus the commercial blockbusters with huge funds, occupied an absolute high popularity in this period before they were broadcast.

The cast is so luxurious that people don't know how this movie will lose.

He is destined to be the number one in this period's box office. In comparison, "Ip Man" can only be regarded as a medium-sized production.

Commercial movies follow a logic.

Input and output are proportional.

This is the case in most cases.

The investment of the two is not of the same order of magnitude.

Jiang Chenggang reminded at this time.

"There is another movie called "The Warlords" in the same period as you."

"I didn't exclude him."

Li Yun came to Hong Kong. Compared with the premiere of "The Warlords", the premiere of "Ip Man" was a little shabby, whether in terms of the number of media or the attention of the Internet.

It's not that Ye Weixin can't afford the media, but the media is more interested in another work.

The first stop of the Kung Fu Emperor's return to China, with Hollywood's narrative art and a movie shot with special effects technology.

Advanced experience from Hollywood's return.

Various fancy titles, various useful gimmicks.

All attract the media to pay more attention to that movie.

As for "Ip Man", there was negative news before it was even aired. Even the National Martial Arts Association certified that this movie was not authentic, and the banner it raised was even more unknown.

It lost a game before it was even aired.

This is the biggest disadvantage of the movie "Ip Man" compared to the movie "The Warlords".

At this time, the creators of "The Warlords" no longer cared much about the movie "Ip Man".

Basically, they didn't think it could stir up any waves.

It's just that someone has a different idea from them.

"Are you sure, King Liu? Are you going to watch the premiere of our "Ip Man"?" Ye Weixin was incredulous, listening to King Liu's phone call

"Of course, I filmed the movie "The Warlords" throughout the whole process, and I have also seen the advance version. I really don't have too many expectations."

King Liu smiled slightly and said, "I am just curious about the movie "Ip Man" as an audience. Mr. Ye, you should welcome me, right?"

"Of course!"