Chapter 423 Copyright Transaction Records, It’s Better Not to Ask
Although he came once last year, Lin Nan was still very touched when he visited the town of Cannes again.
This is indeed a grand gathering of filmmakers from all over the world. Looking around, you can see movie posters everywhere, and most of them are new films within the past year.
"Director Lin, Director Ning, I guess it won't be long before someone comes to invite you."
"Huh? Who are you talking about?"
Lin Nan looked at Jiang Yuerou and asked in confusion.
“There are more directors coming from China this year. I heard that Director Chen Kaige and others intend to organize a party. Well, a team of Chinese filmmakers, and a Chinese movie night later.”
“It’s worthy of the name. He is a great director who holds the Palme d’Or. When he comes to Cannes, he naturally becomes the leader!”
Ning Hao looked amazed, a bit weird.
"Okay, we'll talk about it then. Let's go fill our stomachs first."
Lin Nan doesn't dislike Chen Kaige's gathering. It's a good thing for domestic filmmakers to unite a little outside.
"I have already booked the restaurant, Chinese food, we can go there now."
"Well, let's go."
The arrival of every famous director , can’t escape the media’s sight.
Soon, some people received the news. Golden Lion director and last year's winner of the Jury Prize, Lin Nan, has arrived.
"Later, invite Director Lin to attend the press conference of "Twelve Zodiac Signs"..."
"For the press conference of the new film, call them both."
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Over the course of a meal, Lin Nan finally realized how big a proportion of Chinese-speaking filmmakers are in this Nasdaq Film Festival.
They all met several Chinese film crews in the restaurant.
"Director Lin, "Passengers" didn't notify me?" Liu Dehua smiled.
“It’s just a copyright transaction, it doesn’t require so much effort.”
“That won’t work. After the opening ceremony, I will definitely find time to help at the booth. After all, I am also the starring role.”< br>
Liu Dehua said matter-of-factly, very formally.
"That's okay. By the way, I also want to congratulate Brother Hua on making the tiles."
"Haha, thank you, Director Lin."
When he mentioned this, the smile on Liu Dehua's face became even brighter, almost overflowing.
Soon, the group parted ways.
Ning Hao went to meet Zhong Lifang, while Lin Nan went to find someone from China Film.
He still wants to check the publicity of the movie, but the screening of the movie still has to wait until after the opening ceremony.
The background of "Genius Gunslinger" is the SAT exam. Lin Nan feels that the North American copyright this time should not be low. He is looking forward to those big companies.
As Jiang Yuerou said, Chen Kaige's call came in the afternoon.
"Lin Nan, don’t forget the Chinese movie night after the opening ceremony.
Our domestic production companies, crews, directors, actors and artists, without exception, will "I know Director Chen, I will attend on time."
Lin Nan chatted with Chen Kaige for a few words and then hung up.
Immediately afterwards, Jackie Chan's invitation, Jiang Wen's phone call, Jia Zhangke's greetings...came in a swarm.
"We haven't started getting down to business yet, but we've already lined up for the entertainment, haha..."
Lin Nan smiled, shook his head, and muttered.
That is to say, everyone knew that he came alone and didn't have much to do, so they all came to invite him.
Whenever Lin Nan takes Liu Yifei with him, apart from his own business, he will definitely spend the rest of his time with Miss Liu. How can I have so much interest in attending these dispensable activities?
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Lin Nan spent half the afternoon in the film exhibition area and met many film producers.
It can be seen that many film producers are very interested in "Passengers" and "The Gunslinger" and actively ask for tickets for the screenings.
The fireworks show at night made the sky above Cannes extremely bright.
Lin Nan had nothing to do, so he was invited to attend a cocktail party held by Jiang Wen.
"Director Lin is here, welcome with applause!"
As soon as he entered the door, he heard Jiang Wen roaring. From the look of it, he was obviously very happy with his drink.
A group of people greeted each other with laughter, and Ning Hao raised his glass from a distance.
Lin Nan glanced briefly. There were quite a few people from China. Wang Zhonglei, Yu Dong, Zhang Ziyi and others were all there, as well as some filmmakers from Hong Kong Island.
"I heard that Director Jiang will announce the plan for a new film tomorrow. Did he write the script without saying a word?"
Lin Nan and the people around him nodded in greeting, approached and joked.
"Hi, yes, the script is ready and I wrote it myself. It will be announced together with the concept poster tomorrow. This time the booth is bigger than "Let the Bullets Fly"!"
Jiang Wen handed Lin Nan a glass of red wine and said while burping.
“But I estimate that it will take a year or half of preparation before it can be started...”
Lin Nan knew Jiang Wen's habits. When making a movie, it was expensive for investors, and it also took up time and money.
"Who are the actors decided?"
When Lin Nan asked this, many people around him pricked up their ears.
No one had asked before, and they were all making up their minds, but Jiang Wen was indifferent from beginning to end.
"Are you coming? If you come, I can change the script, haha..."
Hearing this, Lin Nan understood. Jiang Wen probably had some concerns about the casting.
"I'm not cheap..."
"It's expensive, so I don't have to change the script." Jiang Wen joked while borrowing the donkey from the slope.
Many actors nearby also heard the meaning behind the two men's words, and no longer had any hope for Jiang Wen's movie.
As for investment? Wang Zhonglei and Yu Dong both knew that Jiang Wen would not give them this opportunity.
The latter has its own production company and Ying Huang as an ally, so outsiders cannot get involved.
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The next morning, the atmosphere in Cannes reached its peak, because today, the film festival officially opened.
"The movie screening can begin. Let me inform China Film Group that the number of "Passengers" must not exceed five. Someone must be watching the scene to prevent it from being recorded."
"In addition, the screenings of "The Genius" and "Passengers" are staggered. There is only one show every day, and only one movie is shown, so that our people can also watch..."
Lin Nan carefully warned Jiang Yanrou , the latter nodded in agreement.
"Well, I'll have someone do it later."...
While various crews, actors and stars were preparing for the red carpet in the afternoon, Lin Nan Attending the press conference of Jiang Wenxin's new film.
On the huge concept poster, there are two upside-down top hats, and between the top hats are two flying golden bullet coins.
"Jiang Wen's film work: "One Step Away"!"
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Jackie Chan's movies seem to never lack beauties.
The "Twelve Zodiac" trailer press conference was also a highly watched event in Cannes, simply because of Jackie Chan's huge influence in the international film industry.
"I will not retire, but this is indeed my last large-scale, pure action film. I will reduce my action scenes in the future. After all, I am getting older..."
No matter what Jackie Chan said, it is Whether it's true or not, whether it's hype or not, after saying it, it has a big impact and the media is a little restless. Jackie Chan is a well-known international superstar, an action movie superstar!
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"My movie has been scheduled for the Lunar New Year. It will be announced after I return to China."
"Is it the Lunar New Year slot?"
Hearing Jackie Chan's words, Lin Nan nodded. There are many opponents in "囧". Huayi seems to have a lot of movies in the Lunar New Year festival this year.
The opening ceremony was being held over there, but Lin Nan was scanning movies in the exhibition area.
Come here, at least check out if there are any good movies that you can buy.
“Gong Li wore a backless white dress on the red carpet...”
“Zhang Ziyi and Zhang Baizhi looked stunning on the red carpet. The two refuted rumors of discord...”
"The Huayi team made a high-profile appearance, and Wang Zhonglei announced that director Feng Xiaogang is preparing his next movie and will return to comedy again..."
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In the blink of an eye, three days passed.
Lin Nan received many offers for "Passengers" and "Genius".
As he expected, the price quoted for the copyright of "Passengers" was within his expectations and was very good, but far inferior to that of "The Genius Gunfighter".
The latter is more attractive because it is infinitely close to reality, and the plot rhythm is tense and exciting, and the bidding from film studios is fierce.
"It has been four days since the opening ceremony. The highest bids from several regions of China Film Group have exceeded 50 million U.S. dollars. The deputy director is asking, do you want to take action?"
"Europe and the United States combined have exceeded 50 million US dollars?" Lin Nan asked softly.
“Yes.”
“5 shows haven’t finished yet, why are you anxious? China Film is responsible for the copyright of "Passengers". They have a lot to do and they have to wait until the closing ceremony before they can go back. .
They just need to sign the contract before returning to the country, so they can wait and see if there is a higher price. "
Jiang Yuerou nodded, "That's what I mean too, they are a little excited. "
This is true. China Film is the leader in the country, but in the external copyright trading market, it rarely has a gorgeous record, and the few times it has a relationship with Lin Nan.
Compared to "Passengers", Lin Nan is more concerned about his and Liu Yifei's movie
"What about "The Genius"? ”
As soon as Lin Nan asked this question, Jiang Yuerou could not restrain her excited smile.
“Okay, very good, it’s already over 70 million U.S. dollars, and there are still many film studios bidding...”
“70 million U.S. dollars?”
Lin Nan whispered, this number has already broken the copyright transaction record for his movies.
“Yes, the bidding from North American film producers is the most intense.”
"Keep waiting. It seems that I have to stay until the closing ceremony again this time, but it's worth it!"
Lin Nan's tone of voice was also a little excited.
There are only two producers of "Genius Gunslinger", he and Liu Yifei, no one else!
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Cannes Film Festival, Chinese Film Night.
This is an official film festival event.
Chen Kaige is the host and is officially recognized in China. Who lets others have the Palme d'Or?
As he said when he called Lin Nan before, all the filmmakers, actors and stars from China are here, and there is no shortage of them.
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"Director Chen's "Search" sold for a lot of money."
As soon as Lin Nan said hello to Gong Li and dealt with Zhang Ziyi, Gao Yuanyuan and others, Ning Hao came over.
“How much?”
Lin Nan asked curiously.
No wonder tonight, Chen Kaige and Chen Hong are completely approachable, and their relationship is in a good mood!
“More than 10 million U.S. dollars, probably less than 15 million U.S. dollars... The big director still has to sell the copyright!”
Ning Hao said sourly. Someone asked this just now, and Chen Hong said it happily.
“That’s indeed a profit! It’s a realistic-themed film, not a commercial film.”
Lin Nan remembers that the domestic cost of “Search” was only 40 million, which is less than US dollars. Seven million dollars.
"What about you? You and Zhong Lifang must have met a lot of film producers in the past few days, right?"
Hearing Lin Nan's words, Ning Hao felt a little downcast for a moment, "There are more people than others. People have to die, and goods have to be thrown away.”
"I suddenly became sentimental. Tell me, how much is it?"
"3.11 million US dollars, your name played a big role."
Ning Hao raised his eyelids and sighed. Said angrily.
"It's good to make money. When you win a big prize, you'll be out of trouble."
"In my dreams, I often win prizes."
After Ning Hao finished speaking, he suddenly came to his senses and stared at Lin Nan.
"It seems that your two movies are still being screened? With your character, you are definitely waiting for a higher price! Tell me, how much is it now?"
Looking at Ning Hao The deputy looked eager to know, and Lin Nan shook his head.
“You’d better not ask.”
“What do you mean?”
"Afraid of hitting you."
"Fuck me!"
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(End of this chapter)