Ch. 301The Entire Entertainment Industry Was Shaken! Who Competes Like This? They're Even Going After Marvel
Key Plot Points and Events
- Iron Man 3's popularity draws controversy due to perceived insults to China.
- A Weibo video accuses the film's villain, Mandarin, of being a racist stereotype.
- The video sparks a nationalistic backlash, with calls to boycott and ban the film.
- Yinji, the distributor, tries to control the narrative and prevent the film's removal from theaters.
- The controversy affects the box office, with So Young gaining an edge over Iron Man 3.
Character Developments
- Zhang Yang shows his influence and power, striking fear into his opponents.
- Xiao Wenge and Wu Bing face backlash from higher-ups due to the controversy.
- Yu Zhen, Li Cheng, and others delete their supportive posts and face netizen wrath.
Significant Themes
- Nationalism and patriotism, particularly in the context of media consumption and representation.
- The power dynamics and influence of marketing in the film industry.
- The tension between cultural exchange and preservation of national identity.
Character Interactions
- Zhang Yang confronts Xiao Wenge over the phone, displaying his disdain and willingness to fight.
- Yu Zhen and others discuss the situation and decide to distance themselves from Iron Man 3.
- Netizens argue and debate online, with some convinced by the paid commenters' narrative.