Chapter 429 The request was not high, but it was rejected
Just one night later, the news that Lin Nan and the theaters had signed a gambling agreement again spread throughout the film and television circles.
“Lin Nan Pictures signed a book-sharing betting agreement with domestic theater companies yesterday regarding the box office of “The Genius Gunfighter”.”
“This betting model is in line with the "Pacific Rim" is no different, and director Lin Nan is aiming for more than 1 billion in box office..."
After receiving the news, many production companies were a little envious, because Lin Nan's book-sharing and betting agreement had a negative impact on the production. There are only benefits.
Each film company immediately had its own considerations.
“Can we borrow his account sharing model and use it on the company’s own movies?”
Companies such as Huayi, Bona, and Star America that have big directors and big-production films, Respond immediately.
Wang Zhongjun tapped his fingers on the table and asked Wang Zhonglei and Feng Xiaogang.
“I can give it a try, it won’t be a loss anyway. But I just don’t know if the theater chain will agree?”
Feng Xiaogang said in a deep voice. When it comes to interests, he is more rational than anyone else.
"Find a few more companies, especially those with blockbusters this year, and go together. We don't have high requirements, so we will target Lin Nan's treatment."
"Okay."
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A small number of media have already reported the copyright transaction amount of "The Genius Gunfighter" online. Not surprisingly, they all got it from the theater company. information.
Some reporters called Lin Nan Pictures. Jiang Yuerou did not hide it and immediately announced it on the company's Weibo.
“Many people are confused as to why Director Lin is so confident in “The Gunslinger” and why the theaters readily agreed to the bet.”
“The reason is simple. , this movie is great! Its copyright transaction amount in Cannes is: 83.65 million U.S. dollars.”
“And Director Lin is one of the few directors in China who is qualified to allow theaters to accept gambling requirements. The domestic film box office record holder, "The Thief", 901 million..."
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The rumors on the Internet were confirmed, the copyright was really sold for 83.65 million US dollars!
The entire film and television industry was in an uproar.
Whether it is the production industry, entertainment companies, or actors and actresses in the industry, everyone was shocked.
This kind of profit scale and speed is beyond description. There is no other feeling except envy and sourness.
No wonder Lin Nan Pictures has stated many times that it will not consider accepting investment. Yes, only a fool would do this!
By this time, the topic of "Genius Gunslinger" has been completely reached, and the publicity effect is approaching maximum.
Lin Nan was answering the phone. Han Sanping, Wang Changtian and others were all joking, saying that Lin Nan was unreasonable.
"The profits made by Raytheon in one year are not as much as the copyright income from one of your movies! By the way, give me the distribution of "囧囧"."
"Yes. You Are you here to tell me the last words?”
“You guessed it right, haha...”
Lin Nan and his company's Weibo have been filled with flattery, compliments and congratulations from insiders, as well as netizens and audiences' expectations for the movie.
Of course, there are also a few that are yin and yang.
Liu Yifei’s side was also very lively.
“Producer Liu is advised to keep a close eye on your director Lin. There are many coquettish bitches in the entertainment industry...”
“I would like to ask, how much money can Yifei get? Do you remember? If I’m wrong, Hongxingwu is also the producer.”
"I'm curious, how much assets does Director Lin have now? Forbes and Hurun are really incompetent!"
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Lin Nan felt a little embarrassed at this moment.
Because the film bureau actually issued an article praising the good results of "The Genius" in Cannes, and the wording was high-end, elegant, and well-organized.
But translated into vernacular, it might be a bit tacky: Let’s make more good movies, sell more copyrights, and earn more dollars and euros...
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Unknowingly, the June movie has also started to be released.
In May, "Men in Black 3" had a box office revenue of RMB 400 million, with a daily revenue of over RMB 10 million; at this time, movies such as "Madagascar 3" also followed suit, and imported films were still strong.
Domestic films seem to be waiting for "The Big Four" to kick off the summer season.
“How about those advertising endorsements?”
Lin Nan saw Zhao Liying returning to the company.
"It's really generous. Thank you, Director Lin, for your concern."
It can be seen that what Zhao Liying said was sincere and not adulterated.
This bun face is quite approachable.
"Is that guy coming back today?"
"I came back to talk to Director Jiang about the contract for "Four Famous Catchers 2", and then I will follow Director Chen and the others to start promoting..."
Lin Nan remembered, Wang Changtian said, When one film is released, the second film will be ready to start.
"Well, you go ahead."
Lin Nan nodded and didn't ask any more questions, but Zhao Liying looked a little hesitant.
“Director Lin, I heard that the company provides financial assistance and benefits to artists?
Hearing this, Lin Nan couldn't help but smile. Zhao Liying asked quite tactfully, "I heard"!
The company does have this problem. Lin Nan got the inspiration from Yue Jun.
But there are only 5 artists in total. Yang Mi and Zhang Yi have been in the industry for so long and have accumulated savings. Reba is a newcomer, and Lei Jiayin has never mentioned it.
Speaking of which, Zhao Liying was the first to ask about this matter.
“With this benefit, do you need money?” Lin Nan asked softly.
Zhao Liying nodded seriously, "I think, I bought a house..."
Living in the capital is not easy! Lin Nan understood now.
Zhao Liying had made all the plans. It had only been a year since she signed the contract with Shanhai Media, but this year gave her hope.
Before, with Huayi, with her status, she could only think about buying a house in the capital in her dreams.
You know, Lian Yuejun bought the villa only after he had been the housekeeper of Lin Nan Pictures for two or three years.
"Is this why you met Director Jiang?"
"Well, yes."
"Then go ahead. The company has this benefit for artists, which is equivalent to an overdraft in advance. Your future salary and endorsement remuneration will be interest-free.”
Zhao Liying’s contract is for eight years and she is a direct descendant of Zhenger Bajing Company. These are all small things.
"Thank you, Director Lin." Zhao Liying was obviously excited after hearing Lin Nan's words. This means that her purpose of coming back today has been achieved.
Looking at Zhao Liying's walking back, Lin Nan felt a little bit that people from lower-class families often have simple ideas and are courageous when necessary.
In the flash of lightning, a thought came to Lin Nan's mind. He thought Zhao Liying and Wang Baoqiang were somewhat similar? !
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The next day, Lin Nan, Liu Yifei and others started the second round of movie promotion again.
This time we still start from the capital, in the middle of the show.
The number of performance students recruited here every year is basically more than that of Nortel, and the teaching is also more rigorous.
Even for grade 12, which starts three months later, some have already arrived at school and started working hard.
In terms of the number of people and formations at the scene, it was even more exaggerated than at the theater. Many students who had already graduated and who had officially graduated half a month later came.
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"Maybe everyone loves art, but no one can refuse the big screen, let alone you, the youngest Golden Lion director and a leading commercial film director."
A director of a Chinese drama was joking with Lin Nan With.
"Art will eventually go to the market, and highbrow and low-key can't last long."
After the promotion, Lin Nan, Liu Yifei and others were left by the performance department to have a meal.
In recent years, with the rapid development of the film and television industry, China National Theater has changed a lot. The previous routine made our students suffer a lot when they went out to compete.
Several people from Nortel, Shanghai Theater and Foreign Language School were warmly received by China Theater, which was indeed a bit awkward.
Lin Nan was pulled to introduce many students who had graduated and were currently in school. According to the Chinese opera teacher, these were young students with very good acting skills.
Anyway, Lin Nan has never heard such words from a teacher in the Nortel Performance Department. Maybe it’s because he doesn’t have the confidence?
"This is Song Yi. He was admitted to the People's Art School just after graduation. It has been almost two years. He often goes back to school to rehearse plays."
"Lan Yingying, who just won the first place last month With the best results, I was admitted to the People's Arts..."
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Lin Nan and Liu Yifei responded with "Hello, Director Lin" and "Hello, Producer Liu", but they were actually a little bit dumbfounded in their hearts.
Good guys, the people we pulled over are not famous actors, but they are all organized.
It’s either from the People’s Arts Theater or from the National Theater or the Youth Theater. It’s a bit showy!
“There are many excellent actors in Chinese opera. Director Lin Nan or his company will have movies in the future, so please give them a chance...”
"Okay, if you have the chance, you can audition."
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After leaving Zhongxi, Lin Nan and others felt a lot more relaxed.
“In terms of professional ability, Chinese Opera is indeed better than students from the Nortel Performance Department. Although the performance here has become a bit looser in recent years, the performance at Nortel is even worse.”
Lin Nan couldn't help but complained.
"In a few days, I will go back to school to promote. I hope Director Lin can say this out loud."
Zhu Yawen and Luo Jin joked maliciously, but Lin Nan ignored them , each returns to his own home.
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Evening.
"Come and see, Huayi and the others are inviting theaters to discuss box office betting. Even the betting ratio will be copied from our "Genius Gunfighter"..."
Liu Yifei was dressed in home clothes, followed by two honor guards, and ran to Lin Nan's side.
The latter just came out of the shower, wearing only big pants, and hugged him over.
“Let me take a look.”
The news is reporting that Huayi, together with companies such as Bona and SMI, followed Lin Nan’s example a few days ago and sent invitations to theaters.
“Today, companies such as Huayi followed Lin Nan Pictures’ lead and negotiated with theaters.
Strive to allow films such as "1942", "Zodiac" and "Blood Drops" to get the same betting ratio as "The Genius Gunfighter"..."
"The specific negotiation results, It's not known yet. "
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A few minutes later, Lin Nan finished reading.
How to put it, he thought the ideas of people like Wang Zhonglei were good, but they might not succeed.
When a movie signs a betting agreement, the theaters will actually help a little bit, such as arranging the film, because this is a win-win result.
Only when a movie is really likely to complete the gambling agreement will it be favored and supported by the theaters. Not every movie can do this.
But Lin Nan dared to speak because the box office of "Thieves" was as high as 901 million. He has this strength, and that's why the theaters are willing to trust him.
Everyone in the industry is paying attention to the news of several Huayi companies, but looking at the situation, we have to wait until tomorrow at least.
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The next morning, it was exactly as Lin Nan thought.
Huayi, Bona, and SMG have broken down their negotiations with the eight major cinema chain companies.
To be precise, the theater chain rejected the request of Wang Zhonglei and others. In the theater chain's view, those movies were not worthy of their signing and betting.
Even the official announcement has come out;
"After unanimous negotiation between our theaters, films such as "1942" and "Twelve Zodiac Signs" do not have the qualifications to sign and " "Genius Gunner" conditions for the same split betting agreement."
"Because according to the agreement, the movie box office is more than 800 million, the account sharing ratio will be changed from 43% to 44.5%, and there will be a substantial change in the account sharing ratio.
Looking at the past box office results of several directors, The highest box office of "Earthquake" was only 673 million, far less than 800 million. Therefore, there is no need for the two parties to sign a gambling agreement..."
This was issued by Dadi Cinemas on behalf of all theaters. The announcement was like a slap on the face of Huayi and other companies and several big directors. It was very loud and embarrassing!
"According to what they said, Lin Nan is the only one left in the country!"
"The high box office in the past means it will be high this time as well? Foreign copyrights were sold at high prices, and domestic The box office must be good?”
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Feng Xiaogang shouted angrily in Wang Zhonglei's office with a broken voice, with uncontrollable anger on his face.
“There’s nothing we can do. If the theater chain doesn’t relent, we’ll have to wait until the time comes to slap them in the face with the box office. We’ll do a good job of publicity this time, at least over 800 million, and show it to these people...”
Wang Zonglei said sharply.
Before, everyone was thinking that the requirements were not high, just being on par with "Genius Gunner". Who knew that they would be rejected forcefully?
"When the time comes, I will personally lead the team for a nationwide road show. This time, I will go for more than 1 billion. I still don't believe it..."
Feng Xiaogang said cursingly. This time, he was openly slapped in the face by the theater. He is very angry.
Although he is not the only director named.
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(End of this chapter)