Chapter 136 Investment, "Happy Death Day" is released

Chapter 136 Investment, "Happy Death Day" is released

After coming out of the Dolby Theater, Tom still couldn't forget Gisele Bundchen on the catwalk and the scene where Karolina Korkova's shoes fell off.

"How did you do that? You kept a lustful expression throughout the entire scene."

Lin Nan had just tried to minimize his interactions with Tom to avoid embarrassment.

“Aren’t they beautiful? Those legs, that figure, that unique temperament, it seems like someone is ogling me...”

The more Tom talked, the more excited he became, and he began to hallucinate.

Others can only ogle Leonardo next to him, not Fat Tom.

"I saw Leon seemed to be talking to you?"

Tom thought of something and asked.

“It’s a great honor. He told me that if there is a good movie, we can cooperate. I am simply flattered.”

Lin Nan was indeed a little confused when he first heard this, but then he became excited.

“He would say this to every director who has won three major awards. His company is also keen on investing in various reality-themed movies. If the script is good, he will even bring money to participate in it. This is also The reason why many independent filmmakers like him..."

When Tom said this, Lin Nan really admired this person, he is indeed a little plum.

The annual Golden Horse has begun, and Lin Nan made an unusual appearance in the news.

Zhao Yanzi was shortlisted for Best Supporting Actress. Just as she was about to leave, she canceled her trip at short notice. Her explanation to the media was extremely perfunctory, saying that the film academy would not approve the film.

This put Lin Nan on the hot seat. Everyone knows that Lin Nan has been filming "The Martian" in the past few months. He also attended the premieres of Golden Eagle and "Ink Attack". At the moment, people are watching in Hollywood. As for the post-production special effects, how did he get this long vacation?

Does the film academy favor one over the other? You, Zhao Yanzi, are still grinning.

Finally the schools spoke out.

“The Film School supports and encourages students to participate in the development of the film industry and has never favored one over another.”

This is a slap in the face.

There is a hint of rumors that the actress may have been cast in "The King of Kung Fu".

Originally, the circle was just suspicious and not sure. Hua Yi also came forward to deny this rumor.

The news that Fan Bingbing will not renew his contract after it expires makes Huayi's statement less credible.

Everyone knows that Fan Bingbing and Li Bingbing are very similar in appearance, and both are widely rumored to be Hua Yi's first sister. Zhou Xunlun, who signed a contract this year, is not as close to Hua Yi as these two.

Fan Bingbing's agent did not deny the non-renewal of her contract, saying she would respect her decision.

Now, some media are boldly speculating and carefully seeking confirmation. Will another ice soldier get the role of "The King of Kung Fu"?

The media has speculated about Liu Yifei, but none of them attracted as much attention as Huayi’s female artist’s infighting.

Berlin's invitation was delivered to Lin Nan accurately as if it was positioned.

“The chairman of this year’s jury is Paul Schrader, whom you met at the banquet two days ago.”

Tom reminded.

For Lin Nan, foreigners all look the same, so he can't remember them unless they meet often.

However, I remembered this reminder.

Because the foreigner said he was looking forward to meeting Lin Nan in Berlin, he was still puzzled at the time.

“If you don’t have any works, what are you going to do? I don’t care about walking on the red carpet.”

“This also means inviting you to film, but I may be a little pressed for time.”

It’s only been more than three months, so it’s strange that we can’t make up the time.

Lin Nan has the idea of ​​​​going to the top three universities, but if he has to make a movie in more than two months, even if he has a lot of books, he will be in a hurry, not to mention that both parties are still doing post-production work. , I have to watch it from time to time.

"Let me think about it."

......

Lao Jiang rarely called Lin Nan, let alone such an overseas call. He just didn't know him What do you think? Call me in the middle of the night.

"My instructor Jiang, can you consider the time difference? It's two o'clock in the morning here."

Lin Nan complained groggily.

“Oh, I forgot about this. I just told you why I called you several times before you answered.”

“If you have something to do, you have to call me. You can send me an email. Text messages are fine.”

Lin Nan yawned as she spoke.

"That's what happened. Professor Cao wrote a script and wanted to direct it himself, but it was difficult to get investment, so he thought of looking for it from alumni first. If that didn't work, he would go to outside companies..."

"Cao Professor?”

“Professor Cao, who teaches film screenwriting.”

Lin Nan seemed a little impressed, but not very deeply.

“How much?”

Lin Nan's speech at the graduation ceremony was so powerful that he would not do anything to slap himself in the face.

"Almost 10 million. He doesn't have your contact information. He just got your phone number from me. Let me give you a breather in advance..."

This number is a bit confusing. Lin Nan, who was sleepy, suddenly woke up.

"Are all the teachers in our school so generous now? What kind of script, just ask for 10 million!"

Lin Nan raised his voice.

In his impression, there are many teachers and professors in school who want to be directors and make movies, but most of them are literary films, and usually a few million is enough.

"Professor Cao Baoping, his scripts are still very good. After all, this is what he teaches..."

"Wait a minute? Who are you talking about?"

" Professor Cao Baoping.”

Lin Nan put down the phone and pinched his eyes.

"Hello? Lin Nan?"

"I'm here, tell me about the script."

Ten minutes later, Lin Nan hung up the phone. He voted for this script.

“Those words I said at the graduation ceremony were not in vain...”

Lin Nan fell back and covered his head with the quilt and continued to sleep. ……

The next morning, Lin Nan received a call from Cao Baoping.

Old Jiang has already understood what Lin Nan meant.

"Teacher Cao can continue to polish the script. There is no need to find anyone else for funding."

After hanging up the phone, Lin Nan breathed a sigh of relief. The matter is settled, Cao Baoping We are looking for actors and investors at the same time.

The protagonist seems to have already made a weekly announcement and made an appointment, and the other supporting characters are said to be available for Lin Nan's reference.

"Ink Attack" has been released, and its domestic performance is average. However, Lin Nan heard that it has a good reputation in island countries and other Asian regions, but he just doesn't know if the cost can be recovered in the end.

Wen Tsairen participated in investing in a movie for the first time, so he was inexplicably nervous and excited.

"James, you were not like this in the past."

"But in the past, I did not invest nearly one million US dollars."

When Wen Ziren said this, Lin Nan really couldn't refute it. In the past, he only had to make good movies for Lionsgate and didn't have to worry too much. But this time he actually got the money.

On December 1st, American time, "Happy Death Day" officially opens.

Because they were worried that the stall would be too big and the risks would be high, Wen Ziren and Lin Nan discussed that it would only be released in North America, and Lin Nan agreed.

But after learning about the situation in the theater on the first day, Wen Tsairen felt a little regretful.

"Lin, I did something stupid."

Wen Ziren said annoyed.

"This is enough, I will make money back with the subsequent discs."

Lin Nan also comforted Wen Ziren while feeling distressed.

In China, a movie with a main theme was released, and Lin Nan heard that Han Sanping had spent nearly 10 million on publicity and distribution.

But the first-day box office of "The Ballad of Clouds and Waters" was only around 3 million.

This is no longer a matter of box office, it is a mission.

It was heart-wrenching and I waited for three days.

Lin Nan and Wen Tsai-ren came to the first weekend box office of "Happy Death Day".

“14.3 million dollars!”

For a moment Wen Ziren seemed to let go of the stone in his heart. In fact, he had always been very confident, but he was just too concerned.

Lin Nan was also very happy. Although the time had changed and the director had changed, "Happy Death Day" still performed well.

"Lin, are you looking for media promotion? "Happy Death Day" is currently in the top five at the box office list during its opening weekend." Tom was a little excited.

Lin Nan thought for a while, "Don't mention me, you are the general manager of Crystal Pictures, you and James can figure it out."

Another horror movie by Wen Ziren The news of the success was reported by the Hollywood Daily. This time he is no longer just a director, but also a producer and producer.

Lionsgate did not hesitate to praise Wen Tsai-ren in front of the media, "James will be a successful independent film producer."

In December's domestic schedule, there are only three movies that attract the most attention, namely "The Ballad of Clouds and Waters", "Suffering City" and "The Golden Armor".

Whether it is the industry or the media, they all believe that this Lunar New Year season will be dominated by "Golden Armor".

Lin Nan remembered that Huang Bo had said before that his new movie would be released at the end of December, a few days after "The Golden Jacket". Looking at the situation now, it is estimated that the movie schedule may be suppressed by theaters. Much lower.

“Tiantian, did he really agree to come back?”

Lu Zheng asked.

"Brother Lin, Director Lin, did not explicitly promise to come. He only said that he would come as soon as he can find time..."

Jing Tian replied. Her mind had wandered far away.

Participating in "The Martian" has attracted the attention of many people in the industry, not only because the production of this movie is large, but more importantly, it is Lin Nan's movie. So far, Lin Nan Nan's movies are all profitable.

But on the other hand, it is too difficult to make back the investment of 300 million, so the film can only take the global distribution route, and Jing Tian is the only supporting actress besides Zeng Li.

This means that the movies she stars in will go to the international market.

"Otherwise, you can make a call or send a message and invite him again. If he can come, together with director Ning Hao, the press conference will definitely be big news, and it will be of great help to you."< br>
"Uncle Lu, it's me."

"Okay, please take the time to contact me. I have to prepare for your press conference now."

Lu After Zheng finished speaking, he walked away.

Jing Tian had no chance to speak out.

She also wanted Lin Nan to come to the press conference of her movie and EP, but it was not for a utilitarian purpose.

"Should I remind him?"

Jing Tian thought to himself.

She has been studying very hard recently. Nortel's art exam also requires scores in cultural subjects, but mathematics and geography are too difficult for her.

Whenever she couldn't stand it, she would think about what Lin Nan said, and she would become more energetic.

Lin Nan packed up his clothes and was surprised to receive an invitation to screen a movie, "Bloody Diamond".

A few days ago, Tom was still feeling sorry for Leonardo, who was only nominated for the Oscar for Best Actor once.

After today, there is a high probability that there will be one more person on the list of nominees for Best Actor.

"Lin, you are surprised to receive an invitation from the Appian Trail, right?"

Lin Nan nodded, quite surprised.

"At this moment, all well-known directors, filmmakers and judges in Hollywood will receive invitations. The craziest time of year in Hollywood is here."

"What do you mean?"

"The next two or three months will be the time to spend crazy money on public relations awards, and there will be almost endless banquets and cocktail parties.

A young director like you who has won the Berlin Silver Bear Award will definitely be The person invited."

Tom said with great certainty.

On the first day of March, please give me a monthly ticket, thank you.

(End of this chapter)