Chapter 437 Premiere, a prophetic youth film
Many people in the industry are lamenting the extensive business of Huayi, and it has actually opened a private club.
Wang Zhonglei sent customized “cards” to top people in the industry.
No surprise, Lin Nan Pictures also received one, saying it was for him and Liu Yifei, and they were not separated separately. But to be more precise, it was for Lin Nan.
“I asked around and found that those who received the ‘card’ are all CEOs, big directors, big producers in the film and television industry, and top actors and actresses who have one foot in the capital.
Even the first-tier people can only pay to join the membership. The threshold is millions, and the annual membership fee is hundreds of thousands. The annual membership fee of the second-tier tier is even more expensive..."
Yue Jun clicked his tongue in amazement, with a very amused expression.
< br>“Are you going to be a broker in the industry? "
Lin Nan's first reaction was this.
But if you think about it carefully, how can the entertainment industry be so simple? What is a broker?
In layman's terms, a broker is the middleman responsible for introducing business, and the club is the place where business is discussed.
As for what kind of business it is?
It must be a business in the film and television industry, the entertainment industry, and the entertainment industry!
Lin Nan raised his head, glanced at Yue Jun, who was smiling maliciously, and said, "I'd better stay away from the two brothers' club. It's most likely a bit dirty."
"Director Lin, the word 'high probability' is not accurate. There must be flesh and blood business. This is also one of the unspoken rules in the industry. Haha..."
Lin Nan handed the precious metal "card" on the table to Yue Jun and said with a look of disgust, "You can take it and dispose of it, or even melt it."
Yue Jun guessed that Lin Nan With this attitude, he was not polite and accepted it with a smile:
"It just so happens that I don't have any, maybe I can use it later. In the evening, I will go to the opening ceremony over there first..."
"You can take it easy."
"What Director Lin said, I just went to join in the fun..."
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That night, the headline in the entertainment industry was the news of the opening of Huayi President Wang Zhonglei’s private club.
It’s really a club, it’s open at night!
Many film and television company representatives, directors such as Feng Xiaogang and Zhao Baogang, and stars such as Jackie Chan, Zhang Ziyi, Li Bingbing, and Fan Bingbing gathered.
A large number of actors, entertainers, and celebrities from the cultural and sports circles attended and registered as members of the club...
It is no exaggeration to describe the opening ceremony of a club as glittering with stars and gathering of big names, and it has attracted the attention of the industry.
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Ten days after "Search" was released, the box office finally reached 112 million. With a good reputation, the daily box office has remained stable at 5 to 6 million.
On the other hand, "Four Famous Catchers" can be regarded as a good start for the film market in the second half of the year.
It has been 16 days since its release, and the cumulative box office has reached 178 million.
It completely surpassed "Xiu Chun Dao" and became the second highest box-office list of domestic martial arts movies, second only to the 3D martial arts blockbuster "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate".
But although the latter has a box office of 520 million, its cost is also 35 million US dollars, which is almost 240 million yuan.
The investment in "Four Famous Catchers" was only one-third of that. Calculating this way, the return on investment ratio of the two movies is almost the same.
Lin Nan posted a special post on Weibo: "Congratulations to "Four Famous Catchers" for being promoted to second place in the box office list of martial arts films. Congratulations to Zhao Liying too, keep up the good work!"
Then he Aite With the addition of Guangguang, Wang Changtian, Chen Jiashang and Zhao Liying, they once again advertised and stood up for their own artists.
Many actors in the industry followed Lin Nan and sent congratulatory messages on Weibo.
Soon, Lin Nan received replies from Wang Changtian, Chen Jiashang, Zhao Liying and the crew, completing an interaction and attracting a lot of attention.
Media reports on Zhao Liying have increased again.
There is a high probability that a heroine in a movie with a box office of 200 million will be born soon!
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Suddenly a piece of news came out in the media.
The film "Resident Evil 5" starring Li Bingbing submitted an application to China Film to be released in China in September to synchronize with the global release time.
But unfortunately, the application was rejected less than one day after it was submitted.
The reason given by China Film Group is very straightforward. This year’s imported films have reached 34, and there are no plans to increase them again.
The agreement was signed to import at least 34 units, with no upper limit, and China Film still implemented it according to the minimum standard...
Although this reason is legitimate, in the eyes of the industry, this is China Film's attempt to reduce its competition for several films such as "Passengers."
It turns out that these people really guessed it right.
Because Lin Nan did receive a call from Han Sanping.
“We can’t let it in anymore. In the first half of the year, the box office of imported films accounted for 78.5% of the market. You have to be more energetic in the second half of the year.
China Film Group will block whatever they can, and that film will be blocked. Let’s let the movie come in next year. By the way, how are the preparations for the premiere in two days?”
"It's been prepared. Don't miss Director Han when the time comes."
"It's impossible to be absent, we will all be there. Not a single movie with potential in the second half of the year will be left behind..."
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The good reputation of "Search" made Director Chen feel a little elated.
He began to give advice in front of the media again.
"Many films produced by domestic directors have consciously or unconsciously gone to two extremes.
Either they are commercial films that pursue the ultimate visual effects, or they are literary and artistic films that are self-admiring for intellectuals and have no real realistic themes. , are too far away from the audience.
Even if there are a few that are close to life, they only scratch the surface, and "Search" perfectly makes up for these shortcomings..."
Okay, say it. After thinking about it for a long time, it turns out that the last sentence is the key point!
Lin Nan feels that "Genius Gunslinger" should be quite close to life.
Yue Jun once again set the location of the premiere at the State Guesthouse.
If you include this time, it should be the third time.
The first time was Liu Yifei's coming-of-age ceremony, the second time was the domestic premiere of "Super Body", and the third time was this time for "Genius Gunman".
"Sissi, this time it's Fangfeiyuan."
Lin Nan said softly, and Liu Yifei looked over with a bright smile.
"I'm familiar with this place!"
"I'm familiar with it too."
Lin Nan joked with a smile.
Three times, there was Liu Yifei, and there was him.
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The news about the premiere of "The Gunslinger" has been the headlines in the film and television industry these two days.
This is the first domestic film in which a producer and a theater chain compete against each other. It is of great significance and has a high reference value for the industry.
Time passes day by day, and several movies in theaters are showing signs of fatigue.
"The Big Four" has reached 195 million, and the daily box office growth has really become slow.
"Search" was released for half a month and reached 145 million. It seems to have exhausted its potential, and the daily box office dropped to hundreds of thousands.
Yang Mi's "Wu-Tang" has long been submerged in the waves of the market. With a total box office of 35.5 million, it is barely moving and is about to become the first cannon fodder to fall in the summer season.
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Yue Jun took people to Fangfei Garden yesterday morning. After a day of arrangement, the venue for the premiere was ready.
Media from all walks of life went straight to the State Guesthouse early in the morning and began to occupy space.
Film and television companies, directors, producers, and first- and second-tier actors and actresses in the industry did not reply that they would be absent, but they all said they would attend the premiere on time.
Representatives from several state-owned enterprises and more than a dozen theaters were also guests at the premiere of "The Genius" today.
At eight o'clock in the morning, Zhu Yawen, Luo Jin, and Reba rushed to Lin Nan's side.
Shu Chang arrived yesterday and stayed at Liu Yifei's place.
"Luxury, luxury! When I was in school, I heard that Yifei's house was a big villa, and I can see it today. Well, the same is true for Director Lin's house."
Luo Jin Standing in the yard, looking at Liu Yifei's villa covering several acres a hundred meters away, I couldn't help but sigh.
Reba next to her also had eyes gleaming. Every girl doesn’t like big houses. This is the capital.
"Both of them are big business owners. Lin Nan bought this house in 2006 for tens of millions. I don't know how much it has increased to now?"
Zhu Yawen said sourly. As he said this, Luo Jin and Reba became even more jealous.
"If you don't go over there and take a look, they should be fine, right?"
At this time, Lin Nan walked out of the villa door, looking energetic in casual sportswear.
Looking at the three people on the field, they are all casual and casual. This is everyone's dressing style today.
After all, although "Genius Gunman" is a crime theme, it also has a bit of youthful campus style. Everyone is in a suit and tie, which is inappropriate.
"Then go over and have a look. Maybe you can meet Aunt Liu, Director Lin's mother-in-law."
Zhu Yawen teased Lin Nan. As he spoke, he took the lead and walked out of the door.
“It’s not that we may see it, but we will definitely see it.” Lin Nan said with a smile and chased after the three of them.
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Two makeup artists are painting eyebrows for Liu Yifei and Shu Chang.
Today they wear light makeup, no jewelry, and no complicated hairstyles.
The clothes have been decided, and the two of them will wear ordinary white shoes, casual pants, and T-shirts.
The main product is hibiscus produced from clear water, which is naturally pure and beautiful without any carvings.
Liu Xiaoli looked on from the side with a faint smile on her face.
After Lin Nan and others came in, they first greeted Liu Xiaoli and then surrounded them.
“I seem to see the Miss Wang I met again when I went to visit the class of "Dragon" with Lin Nan."
"The same goes for Shu Chang, the character in "Lotus Lantern" The little fox, Shui Sheng in "The Secret of the City" seems to be right in front of me."
Zhu Yawen was silently flattering as soon as she opened her mouth, which made several people present want to laugh.
"I would like to meet Lao Zhu's girlfriend who was in the drama. Is this how Zhu Yawen usually coaxes her?"
Luo Jin teased with a smile, but Zhu Yawen rolled his eyes at her.
More than half an hour later, the group and Liu’s mother got into two cars and drove to the State Guesthouse.
Liang Jiahui is in a show and can't come. Zhou Xun is a guest star, and I am still attending a brand event in Paris at the moment, so I can't make it. Lin Nan is the only one today.
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At the State Guesthouse, Yue Jun and Jiang Yuerou, as executives of Lin Nan Pictures, were receiving guests inside and outside.
On the red carpet, groups of big names in the industry walked past, all bringing their artists with them.
As soon as Chengtian and Meiya entered, Huayi and Bona came, followed by Wang Changtian and others.
Yang Shoucheng led Huo Wenxi, Bai Bing and others across the red carpet.
Guo Fan, Lu Yang, Zhang Yi, Lei Jiayin and Yang Mi entered the room chatting and laughing.
Jiang Wen and his wife, Ning Hao and his wife, Gu Changwei...
Huang Xiaoming, Fan Bingbing, Zhao Wenzhuo, Wang Baoqiang...
China Film, Shanghai Film, West Film...Wanda, New Film Alliance, Dadi Cinema Line...
...
Reporters are very busy, and premieres of movies by big directors are always so lively.
"Counting it in detail, there are at least fifty first-tier directors, right?"
"There are nearly a hundred second-tier directors, right?"
"Absolutely, only a few big directors have such appeal. !”
“Coming!”
A reporter shouted, all the cameras focused on the two cars parked at the beginning of the red carpet.
Four people got off the first car, Lin Nan, Liu Yifei, Liu Xiaoli and Shu Chang.
The second car is Zhu Yawen, Luo Jin and Reba.
A group of seven people walked on the red carpet. The six creative people were different from the formal attire in the past. They were full of youthfulness today.
"Director Lin, are the protagonists in school style today?" a reporter shouted loudly.
"Yes, they all just came out after cheating on the exam, haha..." As soon as Lin Nan said the joke, the media reporters instantly became happy. Director Lin is indeed the best person to deal with. Director, here’s the material!
Liu Yifei and others smiled and waved hello to the media on both sides and the large number of fans watching.
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In the venue, people were already drinking and drinking, and the atmosphere was warm.
Today’s host is Xie Nan from Guangguang, who is also an acquaintance.
As soon as the group entered the venue, Jiang Yuerou took Liu Xiaoli to the front seat, where she was with Lu Yang and others.
The main creators will go directly to the stage soon.
The background of the rostrum is a huge standing sign eight meters long and three meters high. On it is an enlarged version of the poster of "Genius Gunslinger".
"Director Lin, Yifei."
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"Ya Wen, Shu Chang, Luo Jin..."
The voices greeting each other one after another, seeming particularly close.
Lin Nan and Liu Yifei took a few people to Han Sanping and their circle, and they were able to recommend several main creators to everyone.
The main thing is to let Reba become familiar with each other. After all, Shu Chang and the three of them, everyone in the circle knows that they have a good relationship with Lin Nan and Liu Yifei.
"After your movie is released, "Four Famous Catchers" will be almost done."
Wang Changtian said with a red face.
Lin Nan understood what this meant. Wang Changtian was talking about a box office of 200 million.
In order to give Zhao Liying a higher starting point, he helped promote it several times, as did Liu Yifei.
"Then at the celebration party, Mr. Wang would like to thank me and Yifei."
"That's right." Miss Liu smiled like a flower, and then echoed Lin Nan's words.
"It's definitely no problem, there's definitely a red envelope, haha..."
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Yue Jun wasted no time, waving to Lin Nan.
The group of people ended their social interactions and walked onto the stage. Five chairs, sit down one after another.
The field fell silent for an instant.
"Director Lin, before everyone only knew that this was a drama about cheating in exams, can you tell us in detail now?"
Xie Nan asked the first question skillfully.
Lin Nan took the microphone handed over by the staff and said with a smile:
"Actually, you don’t have to answer this question. You will know it after watching the movie. But, you all Asked, let me tell you."
""The Genius Gunman" is a crime-themed movie with a strong suspense film style, but at the same time it can barely be classified as a youth film. Here..."
"What was Director Lin's original intention in making this movie?"
Xie Nan was a little joking when he asked this question. Many people below were also listening with their ears pricked up.
Lin Nan glanced at Liu Yifei who was smiling and handed the microphone to her.
Miss Liu understood the answer and took it over:
“After "The Star", I took a long break and participated in the production of "Passengers".
Well, it’s not good to be idle for too long, so he tailor-made this crime-themed movie with a heroine style for me..."
Liu Yifei smiled very happily, but there was a lot underneath. The actress felt sour in her heart.
Listen, is this human language?
Yang Mi pursed her lips, remembering the scene when she chose one of the two.
"Genius Gunslinger" is indeed customized for Liu Yifei, other actresses only have supporting roles
"When will I have the opportunity to act in Director Lin's movie?"
Yang Ying whispered beside Huang Xiaoming. The leader smiled helplessly. He really couldn't do this!
He knew very well what kind of material his girlfriend was, and Director Lin would definitely not want this.
Huang Xiaoming shook his head, "Director Lin has a habit of casting, especially female characters."
"What is Director Lin's habit of casting?"
Yang Ying's voice was unconsciously louder, and many people nearby heard it.
Huang Xiaoming didn’t care about the others, and continued:
“For female characters, especially suitable heroines, Yifei must first go through them, and she will not take the turn of others until she doesn’t like them. .
Then, the role will be chosen between the actress from Shanhai Media and Shu Chang, and the last one will be from outside, and the supporting actor will be given priority.”
“Shu Chang?” Yang Ying looked at the girl next to Liu Yifei on the stage.
Huang Xiaoming nodded, "She calls Director Lin brother, and she and Yifei have been best friends for many years. Furthermore, Yifei can influence Director Lin's casting, but she rarely does this, but this "Genius Gunner" seems to be I opened my mouth..."
"So, it's hard for me to have a chance?" Yang Ying asked subconsciously.
“Yes.”
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The big screen slowly came down and the movie officially started.
Lin Nan and others also sat down below and watched the movie together.
The first scene is the scene of Liu Yifei being interrogated after being caught cheating during a simulation exercise.
Several leading actors have this scene, scattered throughout the first half of the film.
As the movie plays, the contrast between the characters' family wealth and poverty is revealed to everyone.
Many people in the industry here have children, and most of them are in international schools or aristocratic schools. They are deeply touched by the high tuition and sponsorship fees.
As the cheating started again and again, the guests' comments became louder and louder...
"Lin Nan, this movie is on the summer schedule, it is absolutely amazing! Students, all of them are I’m on vacation!”
Han Sanping said to Lin Nan as he poked his head.
The representatives of several theater chains sitting in front also nodded and said:
"No wonder Director Lin is so confident. It turns out that it is not just the reason why the copyright was sold at a high price.
This film has the potential to be a hit, whether in Europe, America or China. After all, everyone has to take exams! "
The movie ended, Lin Nan led everyone onto the stage again.
The audience applauded like thunder, Liu Xiaoli looked at her daughter with a proud smile.
"Everyone Saw it too, what do you think? It's a great crime movie, right? ”
“Great! ”
"I'm a little nervous watching it!"
As soon as Lin Nan finished speaking, Jiang Wen and Ning Hao immediately joined in and shouted loudly.
Immediately afterwards, noisy echoes rang out.
“In other youth movies, the protagonists are all in love.
In Director Lin’s movie, there is no such thing. The protagonist is a top student who only thinks about how to make money to support his family, and then he has a high IQ Crime is like fighting..."
Xie Nan's compliment made Lin Nan suddenly think of something interesting and got playful.
He signaled that he had something to say, and then took the microphone from Miss Liu's hand.
"Since Xie Nan talked about the difference between "Genius Gunman" and other youth movies, let me say a few words by the way."
Everyone below is perked up and wants to listen. What do you think Lin Nan is going to say?
“What was campus life like in our real student days?
Aren’t they all morning reading, classes, self-study, endless homework, endless test questions, copying homework, and copying answers? Then the teacher prefers the top students, and the bad students are also self-aware...
In the serious student era, exams are the top priority, and writing cheat sheets is the most exciting and essential part of the student period..."
Lin Nan’s words made everyone agree that this is not the case in China!
Suddenly, Lin Nan changed the subject.
“I watched one or two domestic youth movies. film, it felt like it was completely off track. I'll make a bold prediction. ”
Lin Nan paused for a moment, and everyone was attentive. Huang Bo joked: "Director Lin, come on, don't get excited."
"I'm thinking that in the future, when some directors make youth films and campus-themed films, Will they all be bloody? Let me give you a prediction, will they not be able to avoid these contents:
Parent divorce, rebellious character, skipping classes, fighting, puppy love, secret love, jealousy, showing off wealth, Breaking up, going abroad, competing for places in government-sponsored studies, having sex, abortion, car accidents, terminal illness, accidentally hurting someone and going to jail..."
Liu Yifei looked at Lin Nan with wide eyes and couldn't help laughing, " How could you have predicted that..."
Many people at the scene laughed loudly, but there were also some producers and directors from the film company who frowned and thought about something.
Wang Changtian opened his mouth, with a helpless smile on his face. The premiere of Zhao Yanzi's "To Youth"...
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The premiere of "Genius Gunslinger" is over.
The media is very busy.
"The movie "Genius Gunman" directed by director Lin Nan and starring Liu Yifei can be called a crime-themed blockbuster!"
"The most unmissable movie this summer: "The Genius"!"
"The examination room is like a battlefield, so be careful when cheating!"
"Liu Yifei will demonstrate to you a variety of cheating methods in exams. Please don’t imitate!”
“Director Lin seems to have ridiculed many directors, but he didn’t mention them by name.”
“Director Lin Nan predicts that domestic youth movies cannot be separated or avoided. A bloody plot...
Directors from the past, present and future are invited to take a seat. "
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The news outside broke, and it was all about the premiere of "The Gunslinger".
" You have to say so much, but you see, many people say that you have dug a hole and are waiting for people to jump into it. ”
Liu Yifei was scrolling through Weibo and saw many interesting comments, which made her laugh heartlessly.
"I just made it based on my feelings."
Hearing this, Liu Yifei leaned into Lin Nan's arms, "How confident are you in that prediction?"
>"Out of ten movies, nine should be shot like this, and there is one more..."
"What else is there?"
Lin Nan looked at Liu Yifei in his arms. The faint fragrance lingered. He couldn't help lowering his head, taking the girl's lips into his mouth, and took a bite:
"It's about bullying! But maybe it will still be adulterated. And a little bit of those plots."
"Bullying?"
Liu Yifei said thoughtfully.
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After more than 20 days of release, "Famous Catchers" finally stumbled onto the 200 million threshold.
Guangguang issued a press release in a high-profile manner: "Celebrate that the box office of "Four Famous Catchers" exceeded 200 million, with a revenue of 202 million. Congratulations to director Chen Jiashang, Zhao Liying, Deng Chao..."
Shanhai Media This side followed closely, and Aite forwarded Guangguang's press release.
The first movie Zhao Liying participated in made her a heroine with a box office of 200 million. This starting point is already very high in the industry, and many first-line actresses do not have this resume.
"Search" is still struggling to reach 150 million. Chen Kaige's earlier statement that he underestimated "Four Famous Catchers" has become a complete joke, let alone the "heroic words" that surpassed "The Star".
In the opinion of many people, as soon as "The Genius" is officially released, "Search" will most likely be forced to cancel the production and give way to the film schedule.
"Jiajia, has "Wudang" been released?"
Yang Mi also saw the news that "The Four Famous Cats" exceeded 200 million. So far, she has not had a movie with a female protagonist that has grossed over 200 million at the box office.
Although she was also the heroine in "Xiu Chun Knife", her role was completely incomparable to Zhao Liying in "Four Famous Catchers".
In comparison, her character is like a vase, but in "Four Famous Catchers", Zhao Liying is not a vase at all, she is the real protagonist!
"It has not been released, but theaters have stopped arranging films. Now the box office is fixed at 37.5 million, which has completely stopped."
Zeng Jianeng thought of Yang Mi's mood, and the sudden emergence of Zhao Liying made her feel a lot A lot of pressure.
The first part of "The Big Four" has exceeded 200 million. This is still a series. It is inevitable that Zhao Liying will take off.
As an actress born in 1985, Yang Mi has another strong rival in the industry.
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Today, one big chapter is gone.
(End of this chapter)