Chapter 477 Postponement and Rejection, Startup
Early in the morning, when Lin Nan was about to leave for the airport, he received news from the domestic Lunar New Year stalls.
Huayi and Jackie Chan Yinghuang Pictures applied for an extension key from the Film Bureau for "Twelve Zodiac Signs", but their application was rejected.
This result was like a blow to the head, catching Hua Yi off guard.
It also made many production companies and distribution companies in the industry take pleasure in the misfortune.
Back in November, I was doing backstabbing and being a gangster. Isn't it time that I got my retribution?
Starting from the two "Tai Chi" to "1942", everything was lost.
Now, we are waiting for the movie "Zodiac" to make money, but the application to extend the secret key has been rejected.
In the eyes of most colleagues in the industry, this is a relief. Huayi totally deserves it!
"I offended Uncle Han, how could things go away so easily. If I don't give you any trouble, do you think he is forgetful? Or do you think he is a chicken? Haha..."
Lin Nan sat in the car, browsing the domestic news on her mobile phone, and couldn't help laughing.
Han Sanping mentioned it when he was on the phone two days ago.
It is said that "Twelve Zodiac Signs" is a film co-produced by Mainland and Hong Kong. For this kind of film, the delay requirement must not be low...
Looking back from the results, this requirement is indeed not low. Low, it was stuck and rejected!
Even Xingmei’s Qin Hong tweeted angrily on Weibo: “Those who have attained the truth will get more help; those who have lost the truth will have little help. The ancients were honest and would not deceive me.”
What’s even funnier is that Wang Changtian and Yu Dong all liked it.
The Internet became lively all of a sudden. The media and netizens were very excited. All kinds of headlines and ridicule came out in a swarm.
But the actors and artists in the industry are much quieter.
Except for those in the Xingmei camp, most other artists don’t know whether they should praise or praise them.
Everyone wanted to flatter Hua Yi, but was also afraid of offending Hua Yi. They were in a dilemma for a while, which was very interesting.
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Liu Yifei’s flight was about the same time as Lin Nan’s flight to Hollywood, both around seven in the morning.
"Lin, Crystal should be leaving the airport, right?"
Tom glanced at the watch on his wrist.
“That’s right.”
Lin Nan looked at the beautiful figure at the airport exit, said softly, and then walked towards it.
With a smile on her face, Liu Yifei left her two assistants behind and quickened her pace.
Many people passing by looked at the man and woman hugging each other tightly and couldn't help but smile.
Holding the person in his arms, Lin Nan felt very solid and fragrant.
"Is it cold or not? Wear so little?"
"Huh? It's not cold, your arms are very warm." Miss Liu denied softly, her voice full of joy and laziness.
“I said, have you hugged me enough?
Crystal, can’t you see such a big Tom? I got up very early to pick you up too!”
Tom leaned against the back of the car, pretending to be resentful, teasing Lin Nan and Liu Yifei.
"See, Tom, you've gained at least 50 pounds."
Liu Yifei turned her head from Lin Nan's arms, smiled sweetly, and gave Tom a critical blow.
"Oh, God. Why do you two break my heart whenever we meet? Sooner or later, you will lose me as a friend."
Tom clutched his chest and said The trembling look is so funny that he can become a comedian.
“Haha, okay, let’s go back.”
Lin Nan interrupted Tom’s impromptu performance and said to everyone.
The two assistants stuffed the suitcases into the BMW at the back and got in.
Liu Yifei followed Lin Nan and got on the Mercedes in the middle; Tom went to the big G at the front, and he was responsible for clearing the way.
Three SUVs drove towards Hollywood at high speed.
As soon as the group arrived at Crystal Pictures, news about Liu Yifei appeared on domestic portals. It was already ten o'clock in the evening.
“Liu Yifei arrived in Hollywood, and director Lin Nan picked her up and hugged her intimately.”
"Tom, the boss of Crystal Pictures, was traveling with Director Lin and others..."
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Lin Nan and the others did not go to the company, but returned to Beverly Hills.
Liu Yifei cannot be with Lin Nan every day. After that, she will have to fly to Paris, Italy and New York.
“It is estimated that among the invitations sent to those cocktail parties in the past two days, your share will be included.”
After several movies, Liu Yifei is somewhat famous here.
"Jessica Chastain? Naomi Watts?"
Hearing Lin Nan's words, Ms. Liu just nodded and then looked at the casting list.
"When we went to see "King Kong", was she the one?"
Liu Yifei suddenly reacted, looked at Lin Nan and asked in surprise.
"Yeah, I didn't realize it until the first two days. After all, it's been 7 years."
Lin Nan smiled and nodded, "When I turn on the phone later, I will introduce you to them."< br>
“Well, okay.”
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In the afternoon, Lin Nan met the supporting actor candidate, Tom Bollinger, at Crystal Pictures.
Speaking of which, we have already collaborated once, in "Inception".
Lin Nan and Liu Yifei are members of the protagonist group, but this one is an ordinary supporting role and does not have many scenes.
The character he plays is the leader of a family group. He told his son before he died that the latter was the most cherished wealth in his life.
Although he is not very famous, he is very capable. In addition to participating in some movies, he usually plays Broadway stage plays.
"Nice to see you again, Lin."
Lin Nan also smiled and shook hands.
“Me too, looking forward to cooperating in this movie.”
This man is of the right age and plays the role of an adult father just right. He doesn’t even need to deliberately put on old age makeup. . Once a few main actors are secured, the rest of the unimportant supporting roles can be easily found at the Screen Actors Guild.
“Leon, how are the preparations going?”
"OK, no problem."
"That's good, I saw the gossip. They photographed you taking Margot Robbie back to the apartment?"
Lin Nan Holding the phone, he teased with interest.
"These paparazzi are still so boring..." Xiao Lizi's complaints came from the other end of the phone.
"Then get ready. I hope to finish filming this movie within a month like "The Hunt" and be able to return to China before the end of January. I don't want to spend New Year's Eve here."
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Lin Nan spoke very seriously and glanced at Liu Yifei beside him. The latter nodded to him, obviously agreeing with the idea of going back before New Year's Eve.
“Don’t worry, Lin. Believe in our strength.”
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Before Crystal Pictures announced the completion of casting, Liu Yifei had already complied with the rules of coming here. In line with his previous commitment to fans, Bian posted the film's casting list on Weibo.
"Keep your word, this is the cast list for "The Invisible Guest":
Actor: Leonardo; Actress: Naomi Watts; Supporting Actress: Jessica Chastain..."
The focus of the media and film and television circles was immediately attracted.< br>
In addition to the well-known Xiao Lizi, other actors were quickly searched
"I go, the heroine of "The Ring", "King Kong", and the heroine of "The Tree of Life". ..."
"It seems not unfair at all that several big names in China lost to Jessica Chastain. She was the heroine of the movie that won the Palme d'Or last year! ”
"Liu Yifei is fine, but it seems that Hollywood hasn't officially announced it yet!"
"Nonsense, don't even look at who this is!"
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said To be honest, many young actresses felt inexplicably relieved when they saw that Liu Yifei was not included in the casting list.
Although Liu Yifei has made it clear before that she will not be in this movie.
But it wasn't until this moment that everyone completely believed it.
While it’s still the last day of December in Los Angeles, New Year’s Day is already celebrating in China.
"囧囧" successfully exceeded 1.1 billion, and the box office reached 1.11 billion at this time.
With the New Year's Day holiday, the daily box office may increase a little, closer to 10 million.
Jackie Chan's "Zodiac" took 11 days to conquer the city and the box office exceeded 600 million, which made many producers happy and heartbroken.
The reason for heartache is because the extension key has not been approved, and some box office losses will inevitably occur.
“Star and American movie “Blood Drops” failed again. It failed before the New Year’s Day holiday, with a box office of 70 million, and regrettably exited...”
““Big Shanghai” barely managed at the box office. Reaching 92.4 million, the daily box office has dropped to less than 2 million, with no hope of repayment and huge losses. "
""The Grandmaster" held its premiere ceremony in the capital and announced that it had been invited to become this year's film. The opening film of the Berlin Film Festival..."
"The new film "The Invisible Guest" directed by Lin Nan will officially start filming in Hollywood at 11 o'clock tonight, domestic time!"
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The set of "The Invisible Guest".
Since "Hunting", Lin Nan has not touched a foreign language film again, and this time he takes it very seriously.
Naomi Watts, who had short silver-white hair and aged makeup, made an OK gesture towards Lin Nan. The same goes for Leonardo on the other side.
"Then let's take our places."
Lin Nan planned to start with a literary drama, still using the flashback shooting method, which follows the same direction as the plot. This will also be more conducive for the actors to enter the play and gradually reach the climax.
Liu Yifei was placed next to Lin Nan, preparing to learn from the strengths and weaknesses of the two Hollywood actresses.
“The first act, the first shot, action!”
She walked into the hotel elevator expressionlessly, carrying her briefcase and a good temperament. His eyes were filled with wisdom and a hint of indescribable emotion.
I walked to a room and pressed the doorbell. The person who opened the door was a slightly tired and listless Leonardo, who was disguised very well!
"Mr. Adrian, I am the defense attorney Virginia. Your lawyer asked me to come..."
Little Plum rubbed her eyes and let her in, "Wait a minute while I change clothes." "
The elderly female lawyer played by Naomi Watts nodded and was immediately attracted by the TV news being broadcast, which was introducing the investigation of a murder case.
The parties involved in the murder are the male protagonist played by DiCaprio and his lover played by Jessica Chastain.
It’s just that the introduction in the news did not use affirmative words. It just said that the man had serious suspicions about the woman’s death, and the latter claimed that he was also a victim of the conspiracy.
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The outside of the hotel was blocked, not only from the Hollywood media, but also from the domestic media.
A golden lion director from the East, and his films with Leonardo and others deserve the attention of all Hollywood media.
They also hope to obtain more news materials.
The domestic reporters stationed abroad were also more excited than the others.
Because before Lin Nan came here, he had not revealed a word about this movie in the country.
Now everyone only knows the name of the movie, but has no way of knowing the content.
The filming continued, and Leonardo looked extremely calm.
"I am innocent. I have told you the truth, without hiding anything..."
He said to the elderly female lawyer played by Naomi Watts.
"There are many loopholes in your testimony. I need specific details to better defend you...I promise to help you win the case...I have never lost in so many years..."
"Police Staring at me 24 hours a day, I feel like I am in prison. If there is anything else I can say, can I wait until now?"
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Lin Nan looked at the two people in the camera, Nodding with satisfaction.
For a good actor, the director only needs to state his requirements clearly, and there is no need to worry too much.
At this time, Lin Nan felt like this, very comfortable!
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(End of this chapter)