Chapter 422: The Tang Dynasty’s Sassy Manipulation, Cannes Trip
Not long ago, Wu Dan and Xie Nan were joking with Lin Nan, saying that they should let nature take its course and don’t spread the word about their friends.
As a result, the two of them were followed by paparazzi today, and photos of them being unable to hold back and "getting close" in the car were secretly taken.
At critical moments, the gentlemen are very responsible. Wu Gao posted on Weibo and admitted humorously:
“Reflecting on my former instructor, as an excellent special operations team member, he was actually followed and photographed by civilians without realizing it.
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I actually forgot about counter-tracking, counter-reconnaissance, and counter-containment. I really feel ashamed of the training given by the army. I punished myself with a thousand sit-ups. I will never underestimate the enemy next time..."
As a member of the circle News about Wu Gan, a rare kung fu movie actor, has attracted much attention from the media and netizens.
In addition, the woman is also the host of Guangguang. In less than half a day, the two received a lot of messages from insiders. Blessings.
Lin Nan couldn’t help but join in the fun and joked:
“Look, love is indeed a honeypot. Even people who have participated in special forces training have fallen into it. , they all became unresponsive and lost their vigilance..."
In less than half an hour, Lin Nan was attracted by Wu Gan and others, "What about Director Lin?"
"Well... I'm addicted to it and can't extricate myself!"
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Cannes is opening soon.
The number of domestic films going to the exhibition this time has more than doubled compared to previous years.
Regardless of whether it can be sold or how much it can be sold, everyone is ready to give it a try, otherwise the only outcome is to be killed by imported films.
"The media meeting of "Xuanyuan Sword"? They can really mess around. But that's right, the main business is TV series."
The "Xuanyuan Sword" filmed by Tang Dynasty last year, The broadcast time has been set, just in the first few days of this summer vacation.
Regardless of whether there is cooperation or not, or whether there is competition among artists, Cai Yinong still sent an invitation to Lin Nan Pictures. This is an unspoken rule within the circle.
"Director Yue is not here, and Director Jiang also took people to Cannes in advance. When the time comes, feel free to send someone there."
"Okay, Director Lin."
The assistant responded and left the office.
Suddenly, Lin Nan put down the pen in his hand and couldn't help laughing.
He remembered another interesting thing, also from the Tang Dynasty, which had just been reported by the media in the past two days.
It stands to reason that whether it is a movie or a TV series, if you want to shoot it, you must at least submit the script for review and obtain a filming permit from the General Administration before filming can officially start.
But Cai Yinong just didn't follow the rules and made a series of tricks.
At the beginning of March, the media reported that Tang Dynasty launched "The Ballad of the Desert" in a low-key manner. Tang Dynasty did not respond, and it even became more low-key, almost secretly.
Now that more than two months have passed, people in the industry know why Tang Ren was so low-key at that time.
Because "The Ballad of the Desert" was filmed without approval.
Everyone in the film and television industry can guess what Cai Yinong is planning.
I just want to take the script to the General Administration for review, filing, and a filming permit when the TV series is about to be filmed.
Because this can save a lot of time. As long as the General Administration does not catch any actual violations, it will be fine.
But in the end, the outcome was completely beyond Cai Yinong's expectations, and the people of Tang Dynasty were caught off guard.
The script of "The Ballad of the Desert" was directly killed by the General Administration!
You know, the upcoming "The Ballad of the Desert" was filmed according to this script and has already cost tens of millions!
No matter how hard Tangren tried to find ways and connections this time, it was all to no avail.
The General Administration even gave a clear reason for the death of "The Ballad of the Desert": suspected illegal filming, non-compliance with mainstream values, serious distortion and tampering of history, and smearing of historical celebrities...
Some media online It was revealed that the content of the script was completely copied from the novel. After reading it, many people in the industry felt that it was indeed excessive.
The Western Han Dynasty’s attack on the Xiongnu was defined as aggression, with the positions of good and evil reversed. The Han Dynasty was seriously slandered, and the Xiongnu were just;
Huo Qubing sealed the wolf in Xu, actually for a woman The result of jealousy...
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It is simply unreasonable to not kill this kind of script.
But even so, there are still a large number of Tang fans who openly oppose and refute the General Administration on the Internet.
However, more netizens still support the General Administration’s opinion and support the ban.
If something like this happens in a costume film, the damage to the muscles and bones will be minor.
The only way for the Tang people was to make major changes! I definitely can't afford a remake. There is no need to think about making money, the key is to recover losses as much as possible.
Tangren will hold a media meeting for "Xuanyuan Sword" in two days. It is estimated that "The Ballad of the Desert" will be the focus of questions.
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"How many days are you going to go?"
"It's hard to say, it depends on the transaction situation."
Lin Nan and Liu Yifei, as winners of the Jury Prize last year, were invited to Cannes this year.
But Miss Liu had work and could not go, and Lin Nan was not interested in the red carpet alone, so she simply declined the red carpet invitation.
For him, it is business to go over there and sell the copyright for a good price!
Originally, Lin Nan was planning to go there in the last few days, but Jiang Yuerou called back and hoped that he could go there in advance, which would be more conducive to the promotion of the movie.
"Then I will drive you to the airport." Miss Liu arranged.
"Of course, as long as you can afford it. This time I'm setting off with Ning Hao and Zhong Lifang. The flight is at eight in the morning." Lin Nan joked.
“As long as I think about it, I can get up.”
Liu Yifei raised the corner of her mouth slightly, vowing to do so. She still had this little bit of confidence, so she just pretended to be on the set and got up early to film. She brainwashed herself like this...
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During May Day, everyone thought that the film market this month would be better, especially for domestic films.
Looking back now, the idea at that time was indeed a bit ridiculous and naive. The overall market was weaker than in April, let alone domestic films.
The box office of imported films, especially "The Avengers" as an example, can be described as triumphant and overwhelming.
A few Hollywood movies together account for more than 90% of the box office every day. The remaining less than 10% is shared by more than a dozen domestic films.
“Two hundred million is a bit difficult.”
Ning Hao sighed and called Lin Nan, feeling like he was in bad luck and had a bad fate.
"It's already 173 million, let's keep struggling. Or think about the copyright in advance and how much you want to sell it for."
Lin Nan said casually. When he originally invested in "The Robbery", it was just out of favor. Now the box office is already very good compared to other domestic films.
"I want to sell it for tens of millions of dollars, is it possible? I don't have a Golden Lion Award, nor a Silver Bear..."
As he spoke, Ning Hao raised his head sharply. His voice broke:
"I want to inform Xiao Ma that in the producer column of promotional materials and posters, your name must be placed at the front, make it bigger and bolder!" Hearing this, Lin Nan couldn't laugh or cry. .
Originally, Xiao Ma was at the top of the list of producers. After all, others invested the most. But if you go to Cannes to sell copyrights, it makes sense to put Lin Nan first. I have absolutely no objection to Xiao Ma.
“Director Ning is really ‘witty’!”
“You’re welcome, isn’t it because Director Lin’s name is more useful, haha...”
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The next day, Liu Yifei, dressed in casual sportswear, with long hair shawl and wearing sunglasses, personally sent Lin Nan to the airport.
Lin Nan didn’t bring anyone else with her on this trip. Many of Jiang Yuerou’s employees would pick her up there.
Outside the airport, Zhong Lifang, Ning Hao and others had just arrived.
“Director Lin.”
“Oh, Yifei sent it personally!”
"Yeah, didn't that sister give it to you?" Liu Yifei smiled.
I saw the smile on Ning Hao's face and suddenly froze:
"Well, since I had my son, my family status has plummeted. I used to give him gifts when I went on business trips, but now, I am too lazy to Leave me alone..."
"Director Lin, Director Ning, are you going to Cannes?"
The reporter who was stopped shouted loudly.
"Yes." Zhong Lifang replied.
"Let's go in quickly, it's not good to be stuck here."
Lin Nan turned around, hugged Liu Yifei in his arms, kissed her, and said softly: "You too Go back quickly, you can still get some sleep."
"Well, I'll leave as soon as you get in." Liu Yifei said crisply, with a smile on her face.
The reporters on the side were pressing their shutters frantically...
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An hour later, there was an additional article in the news section of the Cannes Film Festival.
"Director Lin Nan, Director Ning Hao, and Ms. Zhong Lifang left for the Cannes Film Festival in the morning. I wish the film copyright transaction a great sale!"
"Lin Nan and Liu Yifei kissed at the airport... …”
“Director Jiang Wen will announce new film plans at the Cannes Film Festival…”
"Jackie Chan released the trailer for "Zodiac" in Cannes..."
...
Ten hours later, the group left Nice Airport.
“After all, the Cannes Film Festival is the most prestigious, but there is no international airport nearby, and you have to go from Paris to Nice. It’s really rubbish...”
Ning Hao said cursingly.
A hurried foreign filmmaker next to him obviously understood Chinese. He turned back and gave Ning Hao a thumbs-up, "Good, you're right, it's such rubbish!"
At this time, Lin Nan and others Everyone couldn't help laughing.
"I say Director Ning, pay attention to the impact. If it is reported by foreign media, you may not know what to say. Although you are telling the truth, haha..."
Jiang Yuerou led the people and waited. Outside the airport. The pony people are there too.
Zhong Lifang came here not only to sell copyrights with Ning Hao, but also to buy batches of films.
"I'll follow Director Lin, Mr. Zhong, let's meet up in Cannes." Ning Hao said proactively.
"Okay, see you later."
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Getting in the car, Jiang Yuerou started talking about business.
“This year, almost all domestic production companies have come here, and they are not confident about the movie’s domestic box office.
There is still more than a day left before the opening ceremony, but many domestic films have already been sold. Prices range from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars, and there are currently no ones worth millions..."
"They are all for ordinary directors, right? "Ning Hao asked a little confidently.
Jiang Yanrou nodded, "Not bad. Among Chinese films, director Lin's "The Genius" and "Passengers" and director Chen Kaige's "Search" are the highlights that have attracted much attention.
Those domestic films with relatively high investment are also waiting to see what happens after the opening ceremony. At that time, there were many blockbuster film business associations..."
The more he heard, the less confident he became. Here, he was just an ordinary Chinese film director with no reputation at all.
"Director Lin, it's up to you."
Lin Nan chuckled and nodded, "Don't be so desperate."
Then Lin Nan looked at the co-pilot Jiang Yanrou, " Are the screening rooms ready?"
"The screening room for "The Genius" has been set up, and Director Lin's reputation is very useful
China Film Group is in charge of "Passengers." , no problem.”
"That's good."
Lin Nan is full of expectations for this trip to Cannes.
The audience for science fiction romance films is quite large.
And "Genius Gunner"? Aren’t exams the same thing all over the world? !
“This time, I want a higher price!”
Lin Nan said confidently with confidence in his tone.
Jiang Yuerou was stunned for a moment, then smiled and agreed:
“Many film producers are asking when we will start screenings. I believe that Director Lin’s film transaction price this time will reach a new high. "
"Especially your and Yifei's "The Genius", many film producers also mentioned last year's "The Fault in Our Stars"..."
"Take a break. , but it makes me sour.”
Beside, Ning Hao said something coldly.
"Haha, okay, listen to director Ning Hao. We'll be here soon, I'll treat you."
Looking at Ning Hao's sour look, Lin Nan said with a smile .
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(End of this chapter)