Chapter 371 Opposition, not following
Well, it seems that treasure-hunting action movies are very popular recently!
Since Yang Mi was "left" from the crew of "Search" last time, she has concentrated on filming several other dramas.
It wasn’t until today when I saw the news about the film’s launch that Lin Nan noticed this new film starring Yang Mi as the heroine.
"The Great Wudang Code of Heaven and Earth"!
To be honest, Lin Nan really had no impression of this movie.
But the combination of Yuan Kui, Zhao Wenzhuo, and Fan Shaohuang really gave the audience a sense of expectation in an action movie.
Especially the first two, the last time they collaborated was in "Fang Shiyu" 20 years ago, and they are full of emotions.
On the other hand, although Lin Nan promoted "Hello!" on Weibo! Mr. Tree", but it still didn't help much.
The box office of 1 million on the first day did not make much waves in the film market, but the response and reviews were really good.
Even the movie channel gave it a very high rating, saying that it is unique and a down-to-earth, heavy-tasting literary film.
Lin Nan estimates that the final total box office of this movie will most likely not reach 10 million. After all, the audience is still too small, which is a pity.
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As November enters, the atmosphere in the film market suddenly becomes more chilling, and smoke begins to fill the air.
A large wave of small and medium-cost Hong Kong films choose to enter the theater early in order to avoid those domestic blockbusters as much as possible.
Promotions for movies such as "Dong Cheng Xi Ji 2011" and "Happy Magic" have already begun.
It’s all cold food and old routines. The feedback from the audience is very average and the interest is not high.
As the first big-budget movie released during the Lunar New Year, "Hongmen Banquet" at the end of the month has received a lot of attention!
After all, Li Ming, Feng Shaofeng, Yang Mi and others are all popular. The publicity effect at this moment is very good.
Fans are waiting for the release of this movie.
Because of the antagonistic relationship between "Palace" and "Bu Bu Jing Xin", and the reason why people in the Tang Dynasty dragged Yang Mi to promote Liu Shishi.
Many "bees" once again went to Tang Ren, Cai Yinong and Liu Shishi's Weibo, and began to ridicule on a large scale: they can't get on the stage, their faces are paralyzed, and they are not popular...
The key There was no way to refute it. After all, Tangren really had no film resources for its own artists, so in the end they could only post:
"I hope someone can take good care of his fans, have some quality, and don't sting people everywhere..."
The effect of Tangren's Weibo post was a bit counterproductive, with more "bees" and netizens teasing and ridiculing.
"Take a beating?"
"Are you pretending to be innocent now?"
"How many actresses have you rubbed shoulders with, and you still have the nerve to criticize others..."
"I can't relate to Liu Yifei, so I'm going to flirt with Yang Mi instead. Who is the next target?"
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Looking at the dozens of invitations brought in by the assistant, Lin Nan smiled speechlessly.
Since a long time ago, whenever there is an event such as a movie premiere, whether they are familiar with or recognized the film producers in the industry, they will send an invitation letter.
Especially for the Lunar New Year and Spring Festival stalls, at least thirty or forty letters start.
Most production companies know that Lin Nan will never go, but they never lack invitations!
Of course, this also represents Lin Nan Pictures’ status in the industry!
Lin Nan looked at these invitations casually. He found that there were obviously more Hong Kong films in these invitations.
"Interesting, let Director Yue handle it."
"Well, okay, Director Lin."
Since "Ip Man 2", Lin Nan decided Ever since the project was shelved, Ying Huang would come and make side comments from time to time.
Just now, Yang Shoucheng made a phone call and mentioned that they had invested 200 million in "Reverse War" to be released during the Lunar New Year.
However, the "Ip Man" series was mentioned both inside and outside the words. The purpose was very clear, asking Lin Nan when he could restart this series.
"It will definitely restart. But in terms of time, I can't say for sure."
After attending the premiere of "Mr. Tree" that day, Lin Nan remembered something.
After he came back, he spent a few days making an outline of the script. It was also an action movie with a crime theme.
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After waiting for so many days, Zhang Weiping finally took action.
Major news websites, film and television industry information, and industry focus are all news from the "Thirteen Hairpins" media and theater screenings.
Zhang Weiping strongly demanded that theaters across the country increase the share of "Thirteen Hairpins" from 43% to 45% and increase the minimum ticket price by 5 yuan.
“Producers are always a disadvantaged group. Why should we take the risks of the movies we invest in, but let the cinemas take the lion’s share of the profits?
In Europe and the United States, the bigger the blockbuster, the more the producers get. Why do we deserve to suffer in China..."
In front of the media, Zhang Weiping impassionedly denounced the theaters and exerted domineering pressure.
Representatives from most of the theater chains, led by the eight major theater chains, objected on the spot and left the scene to protest
In just a few hours, the entire film industry exploded
< br>This matter is not the sole concern of New Picture, but concerns the interests of all filmmakers
"Director Lin, do we want to take a stand now?"
"Well, go ahead, we are the producer. The most taboo thing about people is not having a stand."
Soon, Lin Nan Pictures' Weibo updated:
“Lin Nan Pictures supports Producer Zhang. The box office distribution ratio of the producer is indeed too low. The investment risk of big-budget movies is almost entirely on the producer... ”
Immediately afterwards, major production companies expressed their positions one after another.
Huayi, Guangguang, Chengtian, Pony, Bona, Yinghuang... and various small and medium-sized production companies.
Maybe a few companies have more or less theaters in their hands, but they are far from enough to be considered a theater chain, and production is their main business.
After a large number of production companies have spoken out, it is the directors and filmmakers in the industry.
Feng Xiaogang was the first to shout on his personal Weibo:
"Support the new picture and producer Zhang. The existing distribution ratio is too unfriendly to our producers and must be changed..."
Regardless of their unwillingness, this time the major directors were "forced" to stand on a united front.
Chen Kaige, Zhang Yimou, Jiang Wen, Gu Changwei... Wu Yusen, Chen Kexin, Ning Hao, Ye Weixin... Hong Kong and mainland filmmakers, this is the first time that they have supported one person and one thing so neatly.
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For the industry, this is an earthquake.
The actors and artists could only watch from the sidelines and had no right to speak.
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In the past, the theaters worked independently, but this time they have united.
The eight major theater chains called on representatives of theater chains across the country to come to the capital for a meeting and sign a joint statement to jointly boycott Zhang Weiping and New Picture.
They even threatened to refuse to screen "Thirteen Hairpins" if Zhang Weiping insisted on raising the bill and ticket prices.
Zhang Weiping is not lying here, because he knows that theaters want to make money while lying down, and they need "Thirteen Hairpins" more.
"If any theater chain disagrees with my request, then "Thirteen Hairpins" will not be released to them!"
The two sides are completely head-on and will not give in.
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“Buzz buzz……”
"The phone keeps vibrating."
Liu Yifei picked up the phone, looked at the caller ID, and shouted to Lin Nan beside her.
"Don't worry about it, it will probably last for half a month."
"It's Ye Ning."
Liu Yifei walked to Lin Nan who was sleeping on the recliner.
"These people are real."
Taking the phone, Lin Nan pressed connect.
"Director Lin, we are partners. You are too sudden here. At least let me breathe."
"Cooperation is cooperation, but it does not affect my support for Zhang Weiping. In the end, I am the one who should support him. Do you think this is true? "
Lin Nan's words directly choked Ye Ning on the other end of the phone.
Indeed, Lin Nan Pictures' films have always been one of the few in the industry that always wins. They are the ones who will benefit the most from increasing the distribution ratio.
"Oh, okay. Let me give you some air. We won't spoil Zhang Weiping this time. That's it..."
Lin Nan could hear the subtext, that is, Theaters will not bow to producers.
"It seems as if the two sides can really unite as one. There are thousands of years of examples, how can people's hearts be so unified?"
Lin Nan complained with a smile.
"So, you are not optimistic about the theater side."
Liu Yifei couldn't help but ask. She is also a producer and producer, and she definitely hopes that Zhang Weiping can win.
Lin Nan looked at Liu Yifei who was looking forward to it and shook her head.
“Huh?”
“I can’t say for sure, but it will definitely be exciting and lively.”
“Hmph, saying it is the same as not saying it.”
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The dispute between Zhang Weiping and the theater chain has become a matter between the production industry and the theater chain. .
Not long after arriving at the company, Yue Jun came to Lin Nan in a hurry.
“The eight major theater chains have taken the lead, and some theater chains have signed the statement to jointly boycott Zhang Weiping and "Thirteen Hairpins"."
"Well, what next?"
"New Picture has also sent out invitations, asking major production companies to come over and sign a joint agreement to move forward and retreat together to put pressure on the theaters."
Hearing this, Lin Nan put down the pen in his hand.
Are you kidding? He really brought the entire industry under control?
"Director Lin, shall we follow this time?" Yue Jun asked.
"Follow? No. I only agreed to support and support him, but I didn't want to go to the front line!
In addition, think about it, this is China. When did such a major industry event happen once and for all? Success? Where did you put the official? "
Yue Jun smiled, "Okay, then I will reject it."
"Also, about this. Let’s not take the initiative to take a stand on this matter. It’s enough to do this.”
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Yue Jun did not go to the new screen.
Lin Nan heard that Zhang Weiping was very powerful and really encouraged many production companies to sign a joint agreement with him and put pressure on the theaters together.
But there are definitely smart people. Not only Lin Nan Pictures is absent, Huayi and Guangguang are also absent...
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The media is in pain these days. And they are happy. There is a lot of news and too many headlines every day, which makes them a little busy.
On one side is Zhang Weiping and a large number of film companies, on the other side are dozens of theater chains, just like this every day.
Many production companies' movies have been involved and used as chips in the game between the two parties.
The influence is getting bigger and bigger, and it’s a bit out of control...
Lin Nan even received a call from Tom. The news has spread overseas, and Hollywood is reporting on it. It shows how big the trouble is.
“It’s really developed to this point!”
"Should the official end be coming soon?"
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(End of this chapter)