Chapter 1106. If you have a backer, you can naturally be arrogant!
"So, it was Deng Chao and Sun Li who got the leading role of director Zhang's "Shadow"?"
Ning Hao clinked glasses of red wine with Lin Nan. He looked at Zhang Yimou and his daughter in the distance and asked confirmingly.
Director Zhang Da was walking around with his daughter in front of major directors, gathering crowds to build momentum for her daughter's movie premiere.
"Yeah. It's quite interesting to say that the director and the hero and heroine are both suffering from LeTV. You said that choosing them as the couple to star was also a factor in it?" Lin Nan took a sip of the wine in the glass and whispered. Joking.
"Don't tell me, it's really possible!" Ning Hao nodded seriously, and then suddenly bumped Lin Nan with his arm, murmuring and reminding: "Here, someone is here."
In front of me on the right, I saw Chen Hong leading her youngest son, joking and greeting others while walking straight over, with a very clear goal.
"Directors Lin and Ning, wish "Operation Mekong" a great box office success."
"Thanks to Sister Chen Hong for her good words, "Legend of the Demon Cat" should be finished soon, right?" Lin Nan and Ning Hao raised their wine glasses at the same time.
"It will be around the middle of next month. I'm already finishing the last few shots.
By the way, Feiyu's "Secret Fruit" will start filming in two days. This can be regarded as an official entry into the industry. I also hope that Director Lin and Director Ning can take more care of me and our old Chen..."
Lin Nan and Ning Hao once again experienced the luck and "misfortune" of being born in such a family:
Speaking of luck, from the moment Director Chen decided to let his youngest son enter the industry, the latter was destined not to worry about resources and connections in his life;
It is indeed unfortunate to say that he is unfortunate. It is obvious just by looking at his "domesticated" character. He is submissive and does not feel the vitality of a sixteen or seventeen-year-old young man, like a marionette.
Not long after, after receiving face-saving promises from Lin Nan and Ning Hao, Chen Hong's mother and son left.
"My son, I don't know how to raise him like this." Ning Hao curled his lips and complained.
"There's no comparison between you and Director Chen. His family is a 'noble family', and it's like a father, a son, a son."
"I am still a king and a minister, and I am just showing off every day."
"What pretense? Who are you talking about?" Wang Changtian strolled over happily with a smile on his face.
"No one, he was muttering about Director Chen." Lin Nan decisively chose to stab him in the back, and saw Ning Hao's dagger-like eyes, gouging him out angrily.
"Hey, I thought you were talking about something. Hasn't he always been like this in the past twenty years? But speaking of Director Chen Da, I just heard Chen Hong reveal something to me. He is very generous."
"What's going on?"
The luncheon was very lively, with cups and cups being exchanged and laughter endless, but at this moment, Lin Nan and Ning Hao's curiosity was even more lively than the atmosphere in the golden hall; how could they not listen to the gossip about director Chen's family?
"It is said that Director Chen is planning to spend some favors and cast a costume drama with a big IP for their youngest son. He plans to use a large number of acting talents, big names and veteran actors from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and three places to cast it.
Well, it seems that the script is already being worked on, and the project will be approved by the middle of next year. I have to say that I really went to great lengths to support my son; but it’s true that when it comes to praising someone, it has to be a TV series! ”
"Tsk, tsk, tsk, it sounds like a big battle, I'm kind of looking forward to it."
"There are a large number of acting talents, big names and veteran actors in the three places across the Taiwan Strait... With Director Chen's connections and influence, it is indeed simple."
Ning Hao and Lin Nan lamented in unison, it was indeed a generous move.
But in the next second, Director Lin realized something in a daze. He frowned slightly and asked Wang Changtian: "Producer Chen didn't say which IP it was?"
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Sweeping the Lunar New Year stalls! Push all the way! Take the box office of 3 billion as a reference point!
Since the afternoon of the 25th, the rhetoric at the premiere of "Operation Mekong" has gone viral online.
In all media reports, Director Lin's domineering words seemed to be a strong attempt to regain the highest box office record for domestic films.
In this regard, several producers did not make any response.
As for how the public opinion on the Internet will ferment and to what extent it will ferment, just let it go. The more it spreads, the better. Isn’t it all free publicity?
After one night, the time came on the morning of the 26th. Information related to the Golden Horse Awards has undoubtedly topped the headlines in the film and television entertainment section.
Because today afternoon and evening are the closing ceremony red carpet and awards ceremony. As the most authoritative award in the Chinese film world, it naturally focuses the attention of the entire Chinese film industry.
At around nine o'clock in the morning, Lu Yang called back from the warship and called Lin Nan directly. He has only one purpose: to buy insurance to protect Yiwei.
"There are indeed many actors suitable for that role, but don't we always give priority to acquaintances? This guy has worked with me twice, and we are old friends and acquaintances."
"Okay, I'll go over and take a look, and I'll text you back later."
After saying that, Lin Nan hung up the phone, and then told Liu Yifei and Yue Jun: "You guys audition first, and I'll go check out Han Jia'er's side."
"Senior Brother Yue, it's up to you. I'll go hang out with him." Liu Yifei stood up and smiled sheepishly at Yue Jun.
"No problem, I can do it alone." Yue Jun had no choice but to nod.
Except for two large conference rooms used for auditions, the third floor is full of actors and actresses waiting for auditions and their accompanying agents and assistants.
After Lin Nan and Liu Yifei appeared, there was an outpouring of greetings.
The faces that had some impressions but could not be named came one after another, and the two of them could only keep nodding in response.
"Hey, have you finished the audition or haven't you started yet?"
Two minutes later, Lin Nan saw Zhou Yiwei's figure. The latter was not staying in those conference rooms and reception rooms, but was sitting on an art chair in the corridor.
"Hello, Director Lin and Producer Liu, it's not my turn yet, but it will be next." Zhou Yiwei held the phone in his hand, looking a little embarrassed.
"That call came from Director Lu Yang. I thought the audition was over and you were rejected."
Lin Nan made a joke casually, and Liu Yifei rolled her eyes at him angrily. How could such a joke be told in person?
"Excuse me, Director. I'm really ashamed. I'm getting worse every day now..." Just when Lin Nan was about to give a few words of encouragement, the door of the conference room next to him opened, and the three of them and many people in the distance subconsciously Just looked over.
"Hello Director Lin, hello Producer Liu..." It was Wang Chuanxun, his face looked a little weathered and decadent, well, there was still a lifeless temperament that had not been completely restrained.
"Yeah." Lin Nan nodded in response.
Two minutes later, Director Lin and Miss Liu followed Zhou Yiwei into the conference room. Of course, the two of them must have sat at the judges' table, next to Han Sanping.
While Han Jia'v and Jiang Yuerou were arranging the audition content and Liu Yifei was preparing to watch the performance, Lin Nan also muttered to Han Sanping: "Director Ren is not here again?"
"The Lunar New Year holiday starts the day after tomorrow, and it's the end of the year. Shanghai Film Academy is so busy, how can he possibly walk away? But Wang Yong will come over and sit for a while in the afternoon."
Lin Nan couldn't help but nodded when he heard this. That’s right, I’m getting busier as the end of the year approaches.
At this time, Zhou Yiwei in front also signaled to Han Jianu and others that he was ready. Immediately, the audition began.
To be honest, for the supporting role of the protagonist's brother-in-law and police officer, there are really many actors in the industry who are suitable for it. But as Lu Yang said, acquaintances are given priority.
So, ten minutes later, when Zhou Yiwei bowed deeply and left the conference room, Lin Nan told Han Jianu and Han Sanpingming directly.
"You can give it to him. This is not a particularly demanding role. Hey, I remember when he acted in "Xiu Chun Knife", the producer seemed to be Yifei, right?" Han Jianu looked at Liu Yifei.
"Well, it's me. It was my first time trying to produce, and the cost went over budget! Hehe." Miss Liu smiled sheepishly and glanced at Lin Nan.
"When you came here just now, did you notice Wang Chuanjun who was going out?" Suddenly, Han Jianu changed the subject.
"Ask us." Lin Nan responded.
"I think he is quite suitable for the role of Lu Yiyi. If you look at his image and temperament just now, you can see that he was well prepared. Even my dad thinks he is very attentive and in place."
"It's quite adventurous. It's not easy to cast a young actor in a drama. I think if Ren Zhonglun were here right now, he would definitely vote for him."
Han Sanping took over his daughter's words and affirmed with a smile.
"Director Jiang?" Lin Nan looked at Jiang Yanrou.
"I have the background information of this actor here: his emotional intelligence is not very high, his temper is a bit irritable, he is outspoken, but he is very dedicated. He should have improved a lot in the past two years.
The only criticism was probably the time I was criticized for saying some negative things about "Love Apartment", but I changed my words afterwards and didn't have any conflicts with other members of the creative team.
Comprehensive analysis shows that this is an actor with career pursuits. He does not want to be bound to the small screen and is eager to get rid of his famous role... His personality may be a little paranoid and a little lonely..."
"Lin Nan, there are a few more actors in "The God of Medicine", and the Magic City has put in a lot of effort." Han Sanping reminded.
At this moment, Director Lin was speechless. Why does it look like he wants to refuse? He has never been against acting, Lei Jiayin and Reba are both acting.
"Actually, if Zhang Yi from your company hadn't joined the crew of "Operation Red Sea", he could have tried "The God of Medicine"." Han Jianu said seriously, smacking her lips.
"How can he have it both ways? It's up to you, as long as the role suits him."
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In the afternoon, Enlight sent the release data of "Operation Mekong". All domestic theaters will have full film schedules on the first day of the film's release.
However, although the total box office betting agreement has been signed, the theater chain's subsequent support is not static. The amount of support for subsequent film schedules will be determined based on the first day's box office.
That is to say, starting from the afternoon, Lin Nan's focus shifted from the audition and casting of "The Wandering Earth" to the release of "Operation Mekong".
At around ten o'clock in the evening, when Director Lin Da and Liu Yifei had already fallen asleep, the moth coming from the Golden Horse Awards ceremony was like a hurricane passing by and began to sweep across the entire Chinese film industry.
Early the next morning, the entire Internet was filled with relevant news reports and gossip, half of the awards and half of them were questioned, and there were even more feathers everywhere!
"The 53rd Golden Horse Awards Ceremony concluded successfully yesterday evening. Director Feng Xiaogang won the Golden Horse Award for Best Director for "I'm Not Pan Jinlian"; actor Fan Wei won the Best Actor for "Not a Problem"..."< br>
"The biggest upset at this year's Golden Horse Awards: Fan Bingbing, who won the Best Actress Award at the 64th San Sebastian International Film Festival for "I'm Not Pan Jinlian", lost to young actors Ma Chun and Zhou Dongyu... ...There are a lot of doubts in the industry, which is incredible...This situation is just like the year before last when Gong Li was teased by the Golden Horse..."
"When Zhou Dongyu gave his acceptance speech at the Golden Horse Awards for Best Actress, he glanced at Ma Chun with disdain, seemingly implying: 'Really, in our family, no one in our family is in the film industry. I feel very proud of our ancestors..." ...'; When actor Ma Chun delivered his acceptance speech, Zhou Dongyu looked cold, almost black-faced...",
"According to the Best Actress Awarding Video at the scene, when Zhou Dongyu's name was called out, almost all the guests, including Ma Chun, were happy for it; however, when Ma Chun's name was called out immediately afterwards, , the former was not only not happy for his best friend, but his expression became sluggish and cold for a moment.”
"In the early hours of the morning, director Feng Xiaogang thanked the Golden Horse on Weibo:
I have never won the Golden Rooster Award for Best Director, but I am the first to win the Golden Horse Award for Best Director... I also hope that next year, "I am not Pan Jinlian" will be recognized by the Golden Rooster Award again..."
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"To be honest, I have never seen such a stupid person. An actress, and an actor who just won the Golden Horse Award, can't she manage her expressions? This is the basic skill of an actor!
Although this award seems to be a result of operation, after all, how can these two be Fan Bingbing's opponents, but it is impossible for her to not be able to manage her expressions. So, this is just showing off without any pretense at all! ”
"Director Gu and Jiang Wenli are probably in a bad mood since last night, right? Why does Zhou Dongyu dare to do this this time? Dare to offend people like this?" Huang Bo asked doubtfully after taking Ning Hao's words.
"That must be confidence." Lin Nan smiled and winked at Huang Bo. He didn't go to the company this morning because they were all auditions for small roles, and Yue Jun could handle them.
"It seems that Chen Kexin and the others have completely hooked up with Zeng Guoxiang, the son of director Zeng Zhiwei." Ning Hao did know something. After all, Chen Kexin was also a shareholder of Huanxi.
"Well, that's why."
Lin Nan pursed his lips with a smile, the things in the circle were just that. If you have a backer, you can naturally be arrogant!
And Chen Kexin is not inferior to Gu Changwei at all, and is even stronger, and the former is more productive, backed by the high-quality resources of the entire Hong Kong circle.
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(End of chapter)