Please! My relationship with the girl group leader is purely platonic.

Chapter 73: Of course, it's time for Zhang Guo to go on vacation and rest!

The editing work this time won't be too troublesome. That's the advantage of mockumentaries. In post-production, you only need to check if there are any changes. Except for the two one-shot shots at the end, the editor even thinks he won't need to work for long.

The editing time, which lasted three days, was less than half the time of "Lost in Delta". Soon, Kang Woo-jin left with the rough cut of the film. The next step was to find a sound engineer to handle the audio work.

The job was simple; it only required correcting the audio, amplifying the roars of the "zombies," and adding some startling sounds when they suddenly appeared.

Apart from that, there is no music or background music.

After meeting with the producer again, this version was finalized, and he quickly set the date for the preview screening, which is the day after tomorrow. The time was a bit fast, but it was not surprising at all. The producer invited the same group of media and film critics as before. Familiarity breeds contempt.

Because it was a low-budget production, the film company didn't need to worry about losing money at all. The first film had already given them a taste of success with a new director, and this time the producer praised it for a long time and rushed to schedule screenings, so of course they didn't think the time was fast enough.

However, there was an unexpected presence at this preview screening: James Wan.

The two felt a special sense of familiarity as soon as they met. They knew why they were so familiar without any introduction. James Wan is a native Asian, and Kang Woo-jin's mother is also Asian. They also share the same hobby and are both directors.

Setting aside the similarity of being competitors, they got along very well and stood there together from the moment they met.

Tony took over the task of welcoming film critics, greeting each media outlet and critic with a smile, while also keeping an eye on Kang Woo-jin and James Wan.

The huge screen only displayed the logos of Columbia Pictures and FFF, followed by the names of the director, actors, and crew. As the camera moved, Jennifer's youthful and beautiful face quickly appeared, her slender and shapely figure captivating the eye.

The film has no soundtrack or music, and the realism of the mockumentary and the changing first-person perspective make them increasingly immersed in it.

James Wan told Kang Woo-jin that he also wanted to try his hand at mockumentary films, but he couldn't do it. He preferred religious horror culture, though he was also fascinated by the darker aspects of human nature.

Moreover, he loves adding scary sound effects to movies, but mockuments don't have background music, which is something he's not suited for.

The first ten minutes of the movie are very calm and gentle, but as it goes on, the atmosphere of terror becomes more and more intense. The final scene is set in darkness, with Jennifer's screams and the sound of blunt force trauma mingling together. Even after the movie ends, the audience is still in shock.

They thought there would be more footage, but they were wrong; there wasn't any.

"This is a great movie, Andy. When are you planning to release it? I'll definitely go to the cinema to support it," James Wan praised generously.

"I'll prepare movie tickets for you around Christmas, don't worry." When the two met, they exchanged contact information, and Kang Woo-jin didn't mind giving him a few more movie tickets.

"Really? I had a whole crew go to see the movie, you know. I'm also preparing to shoot a new project recently."

"I've heard about it. It's a great subject, and I believe that what you make will definitely be a great film."

Upon hearing this from Kang Woo-jin, James Wan grinned and laughed loudly. The two agreed to meet before Christmas, and since horror film directors have their own small circle, there would be a gathering before Christmas. James Wan was willing to make the connection for Kang Woo-jin.

Even if he doesn't mention it, someone will contact him on their own initiative, so he might as well bring it up himself and gain an extra favor.

Jiang Youzhen agreed, and after their conversation, Wen Ziren left.

Compared to "Delta Force," film critics and media outlets seem to be more satisfied with "[REC]", perhaps because it is more tense and exciting, with blood rushing and zombie chase scenes so realistic that they make their hearts race, and naturally, they give it high marks.

The preview screening went very well. When the producer approached Kang Woo-jin, he offered to settle the box office revenue from "Lost in the Delta" with him. The new movie was very well made, and the reviews from the film critics were even better. The film company wouldn't hold a grudge over such a small amount of money, as it was able to deliver such a pleasant surprise in such a short time.

Normally, box office revenue wouldn't be settled and paid to the director so quickly. You know, some directors don't even get paid a year or two after their movies have finished showing. That shows how shady these film companies are.

Faced with this small favor, Jiang Youzhen did not refuse. After agreeing on the film release schedule and publicity, a considerable sum of money appeared in the account of his shell company.

But compared to the profits of film companies, it's better not to say anything.

After settling these trivial matters, Jiang Youzhen made a phone call to book a plane ticket for tomorrow as soon as he left the film company. He wanted to go back to China, and since the publicity and release still had some time to go, he could take a vacation back home.

On the way back with Tony, Kang Woo-jin told him about the incident. Meanwhile, Tony was left to handle things in New York. The result of the discussion with the film company was that the film would be released two days after Christmas. The film would have high box office during the holiday season, and with enough hype, the Columbia Pictures brand would attract a lot of people.

Jiang Youzhen doesn't need to handle these things himself. He just needs to show his face during promotions and deal with the media. Besides, the film company is already urging for a sequel.

After quickly packing his luggage at his apartment, he didn't even look at the media reports about his new movie; all he could think about was going back to China to rest.

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The next day, Kang Woo-jin appeared at Incheon Airport and smelled the familiar fragrance as soon as he landed.

He turned and walked into a fast food restaurant inside the airport, ordered a hamburger set meal and started eating. Incheon Airport is very lively and often frequented by idols and celebrities, so it is also one of the places where reporters and paparazzi must stake out.

Right now, he saw a lot of reporters and fans stuck inside the airport.

Noticing the flashing lights and reporters at the entrance, Jiang Youzhen couldn't help but shake his head and sigh, "Sure enough, the entertainment culture of this country is something else entirely. Even Hollywood isn't this lively. Whose artist attracts so many reporters?"

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Ten minutes later, when he saw Jiang Jingshu walking out from under the flashing lights, his expression froze.

Thank goodness! Thank goodness no one else heard what he just said, or he would have been in real trouble.

Jiang Jingshu came alone, but she was accompanied by airport security guards, probably because they were afraid that the reporters and paparazzi would anger her and cause a complaint, which would then bring trouble to the security guards.

"Why are you sitting here?"

Jiang Jingshu came based on a text message on his phone. He glanced at Jiang Youzhen, who was comfortably eating a hamburger, and then glanced outside. He reminded him, "There are quite a few media outlets outside. Be mindful of your image."

"Mom, so you're here to show off airport fashion?" Kang Woo-jin finished his hamburger in a few bites, tidied up the tray, and planned to throw the contents into the store's trash can later.

However, as soon as he got up, the flashes from the cameras outside made his eyes uncomfortable.

Not realizing there was anything wrong with his appearance, he quickly relaxed, but then he couldn't help but complain.

These reporters are crazy! They're shooting him right in the face! He's not some idol or celebrity, is it really necessary to shoot him like this?!