Chapter 123 A 70 million US dollar production
Han Sanping’s efficiency is surprisingly high.
“We strongly advocate this kind of project. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Aerospace Science and Technology Group have also asked you to provide necessary technical assistance and personnel support to the film...”
Lin Nan followed Han Sanping to the Film Office, then the Space Administration, and the Aerospace Science and Technology Group.
There is no turning back. Next, a professional team is needed to study the budget issue.
The Aerospace Science and Technology Group has promised to provide a team of 20 people for the film project, responsible for the design and technical support of a series of props, and can start work at any time. These are all green lights.
Han Sanping leaned on his chair and discussed financial issues with Lin Nan.
The budget is being worked on by Lin Nan's team and the China Film Team. The staff has been expanding very rapidly in the past few months, and people are being hired in all functional departments.
Han Sanping is determined to invest, after all, he has provided so much help.
“Let’s talk about investment when the budget comes out. To be honest, this film won’t take long even if it is shot. The time is spent on pre-production, scene setting and long post-production.”
Lin Nan paused and looked at Han Sanping, "Mr. Han, if we want to make this movie, we have to be mentally prepared for it to be released in one or two years."
"Haha, this is natural. This time I heard My, the budget must be kept secret before it comes out."
Lin Nan shook his head, Han Sanping was still thinking about this. After "The Promise", China Film's large investment will probably be very tight.
"Mr. Han, for this kind of thing, it would be better to share the risk among several companies."
Lin Nan suggested that the pressure to recover costs for large productions will be relatively high. .
Han Sanping, who was originally smiling, also stopped smiling and fell into thinking.
Hundred Flowers Award contacted Lin Nan again, and this time he gave a clear reply. He was unable to go because of his schedule, and "Time Cruise" would not participate in the selection.
So what if you go to the messy awards ceremony? Lin Nan suddenly figured it out after the last golden rooster. When he is not sure about winning the award, he will not join in the fun and carry the sedan chair for others.
The news that "Time Cruiser" declined the Hundred Flowers Award is no small matter. It is the highest-grossing domestic film since "Hero", and Lin Nan is the only member of the 200 million club.
After it became clear that Lin Nan would not be coming, the Hundred Flowers Awards began the shortlisting process.
Unlike Lin Nan's new movie, which is kept secret, Zhou Xingchi's new movie has been promoted. It's an alien-themed family movie, and the new star girl is also good-looking.
It’s just that Huang Shengyi’s signing of a new company is a bit unreasonable. The lawsuit has not been decided and the contract has not been terminated. It is just like this, and the media is happy to watch it.
Lin Nan was at home, trying to recall the deepest shadows in his mind, the clips from The Martian Rescue, and drawing sketches, which could be used as reference for the team of the Aerospace Science and Technology Group later.
Tired from painting, Lin Nan went to find Liu Yifei, but the nanny said that both mother and daughter were not there, and they left in a hurry.
This surprised Lin Nan. What kind of thing could make Mother Liu, who always pays attention to dignified behavior, rush.
An hour ago, Liu Xiaoli received a phone call, which was an audition invitation, personally called by Wang Zhonglei from Huayi.
In the manor in the suburbs, Liu Xiaoli took her daughter and assistant to meet Wang Zhonglei of Huayi, as well as many staff members.
"Mr. Wang, what kind of film is it? You only said it was a large-scale co-production, but you didn't reveal any information." Liu Xiaoli asked.
"Ms. Liu, Yifei, don't worry yet." Wang Zhonglei kept smiling.
"This is an action movie, with Asia's top cast, co-produced by China and the United States. We are also optimistic about Yifei, so we called you and invited you to audition."
"How long will it take to decide?" Liu Xiaoli asked.
“Auditions for female roles will last for half a year, with selections from all over Asia. You can’t decide in one or two auditions...”
This is true, Liu Xiaoli knew that the question she just asked was stupid .
Liu Yifei glanced around, and until now she didn't know what she was going to audition for.
"Come with me, and the assistant won't go there."
...
Lin Nan originally wanted to call and ask, but in the end he endured it, just in case there was really something serious.
Liu Yifei is auditioning, while Wang Zhonglei and Liu Xiaoli are waiting outside.
“Our planned production cost for this movie is US$70 million, which would be more than US$500 million domestically. Huayi is a domestic investor. This kind of movie is comparable to "Journey to the Center of the Earth" That kind of science fiction film is more popular with actors..."
Wang Zhonglei said slowly.
Liu Xiaoli nodded and said nothing.
“Yifei is auditioning for the female lead, and this drama has two male leads. Jet Li has been confirmed to be one of the leading actors, and Jackie Chan is being contacted to play the other male lead...”
Liu Xiaoli's eyes widened before Wang Zhonglei finished speaking.
"Yifei is just one of the actors auditioning. Ms. Liu and Yifei need to keep the crew secret."
"Okay, I understand these common sense, but Mr. Wang, I don’t know about Yifei What is the probability of success?" Liu Xiaoli asked eagerly.
"I don't know, it depends on the director's choice. Such a large production cost cannot be sloppy."
Liu Xiaoli only had a few words left in her mind at this time: more than 500 million, Jet Li, Jackie Chan, China and the United States In tune.
Not long after, Liu Yifei walked out with a smile on her face.
"Sissi, how are you?" Liu Xiaoli asked hurriedly.
“The director thinks my martial arts performance is very good.” Liu Yifei said.
"Martial arts?"
Liu Xiaoli was relieved when she remembered that Wang Zhonglei was indeed talking about an action movie just now, plus Jet Li and Jackie Chan.
"Mr. Wang, let's take our leave first."
"Okay, please." Liu Xiaoli took her daughter and went out.
Wang Zhonglei walked into the audition place, "Director Minkoff, how was that girl's audition?"
A foreigner said happily: "She has a foundation in kung fu and is very good. She just performed Chinese kung fu. She is very beautiful. I think she can continue to participate in the subsequent auditions. I look forward to her going to the end."
This answer gave Wang Zhonglei an idea.
The Minkoff team invited Liu Yifei by name. If Liu Yifei could audition to the end and really get the role, he could tell Liu Xiaoli that it was Huayi's contribution.
Even if you can't get the leading role, with Minkoff's recognition, there should be no problem with the female supporting role. When the time comes, it will be Hua Yi and Liu Xiaoli who will be paired up. It can still be said that this is Hua Yi's help. Sign Liu Yifei is very confident.
He has been communicating with Liu Xiaoli since "Dragon", but in the past few years he has not been able to get a financial contract from Liu Yifei. Now that the latter is the most popular new generation actress, Hua Yi is even more coveted.
"Sissi, Mr. Wang just said that the auditions for this play need to be kept confidential."
"Well, just now the director also reminded me that invitations to auditions need to be kept confidential. The casting will be announced at some time."
Liu Yifei nodded and said with some hesitation, "Can't you tell Lin Nan?"
Liu Xiaoli looked at her daughter's frown, a little confused. Speechless, Lin Nan would be at a disadvantage sooner or later.
She held her daughter's face and said, "After the casting is announced, everyone will know."
"Well, okay."
Liu Yifei said reluctantly, she I still want to talk to Lin Nan about this.
The team of Aerospace Science and Technology Group got Lin Nan’s script, requirements and some sketches and began to enter the design process.
For Mars rovers, habitation modules, space suits, alien surface work clothes, rockets, space stations, etc., the team began a film and television design, removing elements that did not conform to the film in reality, while retaining some scientific principles. .
Tom didn't expect that Lin Nan would really want to do this scene by himself. Regarding the post-production special effects, his suggestion was that if you were pressed for time, go to New Line or Lionsgate.
If you are not in a hurry, you can give part of it to the team of Crystal Films and package the rest.
It is best to leave part of it for Crystal Pictures.
That is to say, the company team is not large, which may affect efficiency. Otherwise, Tom suggests doing it all by himself.
Lin Nan is a person who listens to advice and thinks this is a good idea. Crystal Films cannot stop recruiting people.
The Institute of Geology is also very efficient, providing Lin Nan with many real-life shooting locations to choose from.
The highlight was the Hongya area recommended to Lin Nan, and detailed geological information was attached.
Lin Nan believed it without looking at the information and only saw a name.
“Red Cliff Danxia Landform!”
Isn’t the first Mars simulation base in China built here in the past life.
At this moment, Lin Nan decided on the location for the actual shooting. He only waited for the budget team to come out with the results before he could start raising funds and start the project.
Kang Honglei's "Soldier Assault" had just been edited, and several TV stations came to it, all because of Lin Nan's reputation.
“How much does a single episode cost?”
“Twenty thousand, your name needs to be listed in the producer column.” Yue Jun said.
“Haha, it’s more than 3,000. If we don’t sell it, an episode of this bloody ethics drama will cost 4 to 50,000. Let’s wait until Tudou releases it.”
In my memory, "Soldiers Assault" at that time was really miserable. After filming, I was anxious to sell the film. But the TV station's criteria for judging were: whether there were celebrities, whether the director was a famous director, whether the script was well-known, and whether the plot was terrible or not. Blood.
"Soldier Assault" was not related at all. In the end, it was sold for 3,000 yuan per episode. After that, the reputation exploded, and dozens of TV stations were owed nearly half of the final payment.
"Okay, I'll reject them right now."
Yue Jun was also straightforward. He knew that Lin Nan was angry. He had also watched this TV series. It was an absolute masterpiece. Just wait. The word-of-mouth reputation from Tudou has grown, so there is no need to worry about the TV station not bidding.
Not long after Yue Jun rejected those TV stations, Wang Changtian's call came.
"Twenty thousand is indeed a bit of a pick-up. Again, if you want me to help you, I still have some respect. For a military drama, it's okay to give you a tenfold increase..."
"I signed a contract with Tudou Video, and I plan to go directly to the online platform and share the click-through rate..."
Lin Nan said that only his company and Tudou knew about this. .
"Then you are really brave. Not many production companies dare to try this novel method..."
Wang Changtian is a bit nagging today, Lin Nan Something feels wrong.
"Brother, if you have anything to say, just say it. It's not like we just met." Lin Nan smiled.
"Haha, I can't hide it from you. Let me talk about your project for you."
To be courteous for nothing is to commit adultery or to steal. Lin Nan has realized this.
"How do you know? Mr. Han is still arguing about keeping it secret?" Lin Nan simply said it.
"There are a few acquaintances at the space agency..."
When Wang Changtian pointed it out, Lin Nan understood.
"I'm still making a budget. This time the investment may be a bit large. When it comes out, I will notify my brother. Don't spread it anymore to save trouble."
Lin Nan reminded.
"Okay, with your words, I can rest assured, brother, and I will never talk too much."
(End of this chapter)