Chapter 505 Investment, Project Establishment, Preparation
No one expected that the first imported blockbuster "Iron Man 3" on May Day would be attacked by mainland audiences and netizens.
It’s not because it was poorly shot, but because this movie is divided into two versions, the overseas international version and the domestic special version!
Domestic special edition?
To put it nicely, it is a special offer, but to put it more realistically, it is just a trick, treating the mainland audience as fools and being taken advantage of!
Before it was released, it was never said that there would be two versions.
The domestic publicity team of the producer has also made high-profile mentions of Fan Bingbing's wonderful performance in "Iron Man 3" countless times.
The public opinion at that time was in full swing, and countless viewers and fans were aroused with an unfounded "sense of honor" and felt proud.
Only because Fan Bingbing, a big-name mainland star, starred in Hollywood's top science fiction blockbuster and superhero series.
Looking back now, it turns out that Fan Bingbing only appeared in a few small scenes, and they were all in the domestic special edition!
Everyone suddenly woke up, what a special edition, this is naked humiliation.
Use your actors to harvest your box office, and there are only a few scenes, and there is no shadow at all in the international version.
Unlike the silent film and television industry, Mainland audiences and movie fans are furious and feel that their emotions have been toyed with and their IQs have been insulted.
For a time, even Fan Bingbing was pushed to the forefront and became the target of public criticism.
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"The scolding will come, but the box office has only been slightly affected. After all, the influence is there and the ticket price is expensive."
Lin Nan and Lu Yang were drinking tea and chatting in the company. sky.
"Iron Man 3" occupies a large number of IMAX 3D giant screens and ordinary 3D screens, and the ticket price is more than twice that of domestic films such as "One Man's Martial Arts".
Relying on high ticket prices, it managed to support the gorgeous box office figures of 110 million on the first day.
It was after the first day that the special edition came to light.
Looking at the current domestic film market, the one that dominates the box office is still "To Youth".
“Many media have been touting and reporting that Zhao Wei will be the first female director in the Chinese film industry!”
Lu Yang added a cup to himself Tea seems to be talking about a funny thing.
Zhao Yanzi really didn’t refuse this title.
""Youth" scored 320 million in the first week. She is indeed very likely to surpass Director Xue and surpass "Love in Seattle"."
This is a fact, and Lin Nan can't refute it.
"However, "One Man's Martial Arts" also received 255 million in the first week. The chance of surpassing 500 million is not small. You keep shouting."
"No problem, Director Lin. . ”
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Nortel has been in the limelight recently. The two domestically produced films that have taken the lead are both films directed by its own students.
On the school's official website, there are newsletters about two movies from time to time, which are refreshed back and forth.
However, there is also a headache, which is the notification I just received from Zhang Yimou’s studio.
Director Zhang, one of the school’s signatures, once again eliminated all Nortel students in the audition for the second female lead in the new movie.
This means that Zhang Yimou's return work "Return" is still in the same style as before, that is, the main actors do not use Nortel, which is very disturbing.
When Lin Nan went back, Liu Yifei was answering the phone.
"They all come to me to gossip. They want to know what your new movie is, whether there are many roles, whether there will be an open casting call, and whether they have a chance..."
Miss Liu pouted, with a look on her face. She looked very tired, having dealt with all these people.
“Thank you for your hard work, Producer Liu.”
Lin Nan took Liu Yifei into her arms, feeling very comfortable. It’s great to have a good wife.
Lin Nan will not consider project approval and casting until the script is completely refined. It is not appropriate to announce it yet.
"We'll go to Ning Hao's place in the evening. They'll treat him to a treat and watch his new movie."
"Yes, okay."
Liu Yifei sweetly agreed and said, He rubbed his cheek against Lin Nan, like a lazy cat.
Lin Nan stayed at home throughout the afternoon, recharging his energy and taking care of other things.
Yinghuang’s side.
Yang Shoucheng looked at the box office data of "One Man's Martial Arts" and the news reports, and felt very good.
This movie is destined to make money.
"That guy is still looking for you recently?"
Looking at Huo Wenxi, Yang Shoucheng asked.
The former nodded and smiled speechlessly:
"It's quite perseverant. How arrogant I was at the beginning, I am so humble now."
Since the news that "Ip Man 3" was to be restarted was announced, Huo Wenxi was often criticized by Donnie Yen and his Agent "harassment".
"Together", which had a total box office of 820,000, directly knocked Zhen Zi into the quagmire and was defeated, and the commercial value plummeted.
So, "Ip Man 3" became the only hope in his eyes. Donnie Yen contacted Huo Wenxi like crazy, with a respectful and humble attitude, but unfortunately...
At this time, Yang Shoucheng's cell phone rang.
"Lin Nan?"
Yang Shoucheng answered the phone with a hint of expectation on his face.
"Director Lin, I heard that you signed up for the Oscars a few days ago? When the time comes, you will be the first Oscar-winning director in the Mainland."
"Director Yang is joking, haha..."
"This phone call today?" Yang Shoucheng asked expectantly.
On the other end of the phone, Lin Nan also stopped laughing.
"The project of "Ip Man 3" can be approved, and it will be officially announced tomorrow. Director Yang will send someone over to discuss investment, and then the role will be decided. The team will continue to use the previous one."
Hear this After hearing the news, Yang Shoucheng couldn't hold back his excitement.
"Okay, no problem, I'll let Wenxi pass..."
After ending the call, Yang Shoucheng laughed out loud and looked at Huo Wenxi.
"You will fly to the Capital Company tomorrow, no, fly to the Capital Company in a while, go to Director Lin tomorrow, and try to get as much share as possible."
"Okay, Director Yang."
In Lin Nan It seems that although Zhao Wenzhuo is used to replace Donnie Yen, the audience may not be able to accept it for a while.
But as long as the quality of the movie is ensured, and with the reputation and appeal of Lin Nan Pictures, this will not be a problem.
The box office of "Ip Man 1" was 120 million, and the box office of "Ip Man 2" was only 260 million.
Lin Nan is confident that with the momentum of "One Man's Martial Arts", Zhao Wenzhuo's "Ip Man 3" will definitely not be bad.
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In the evening, Miss Liu was in high spirits, driving her red Ferrari and taking Lin Nan to have a meal.
Under the ladylike appearance, there is a fiery heart, especially when driving.
"Sissi, it would be a pity if you don't become a driver."
Lin Nan sat in the passenger seat and teased Liu Yifei.
As soon as the green light in front of me popped out, that familiar feeling of pushing my back came.
"Whenever, you accompany me to play go-kart, you will definitely not be able to catch up with me."
Liu Yifei pushed up the pair of burgundy sunglasses on the bridge of her delicate nose and said arrogantly With.
“Okay, I’ll try it with you someday.”
"Hmph, I will definitely let you eat ashes behind my ass..."
Miss Liu smiled confidently.
There are many husband-wife teams in the film and television industry, and Ning Hao and Xing Aina are one of the most typical representatives.
One’s main job is directing, and the other’s main job is screenwriting, which complement each other.
The two of them usually treat guests at their own homes, and then call the hotel chef to come over and take charge. This time it is still the same.
"Hey, you are quite high-profile today?"
Seeing Liu Yifei and Lin Nan getting out of the car, Huang Bo made a joke.
"Why are you here?"
"What Director Lin said, I must be here to make a living. In addition, isn't there a new script here? Let's play with the autumn wind."
Huang Bo is quite straightforward, and it seems that he has already made an informal decision.
A group of people met, and Lin Nan's application for the Oscars was teased again.
"When Director Lin gets the Oscar later, let's set a table for him."...
It didn't take long for a few people to start using their chopsticks. We have to talk about business later, so let’s eat first.
Liu Yifei is very good at peeling shrimps. Well, most of them went into Lin Nan's mouth.
Nearly an hour later, in Ning Hao's study.
Lin Nan, Liu Yifei and Huang Bo each have a script, and of course the content is the same.
“The script this time is still a road theme and a comedy. This is the first time we have tried to combine these two elements.”
Xing Aina introduced on the side, “The script It has been reviewed and we have named it "Heart Blossoms on the Road"
At this time, Lin Nan, who had just turned to the second page, paused for a moment, and then continued to read the script. .
"For this casting, I plan to use a combination of the old lineup and new faces. It can't be the same old guys forever."
Ning Hao said and pointed at Huang Bo with a smile.
Liu Yifei looked at the character introductions and had an expression that showed that she had no chance of meeting her.
Lin Nan took it seriously, the script was really good.
"How about it, Producer Lin?"
"No problem as a nominal producer, how much are you going to ask me to invest?"
Hearing Lin Nan's answer, Ning Hao immediately smiled and nodded, "I originally wanted Huang Bo and the others to get a discount on their salary. ..."
"I'll go, you spend the whole day thinking about cheating on acquaintances and being stingy."
Huang Bo directly interrupted Ning Hao and complained.
Liu Yifei hugged Lin Nan’s arm and was also amused.
Seeing that Ning Hao was not embarrassed at all, he waved his hand to Huang Bo:
"Let me finish. Since you are looking for Lin Nan to invest, I will definitely not have any ideas for you."
"Budget Adjusted from 35 million to 50 million, you can give me half of the support. The producer will not pay the salary, and you are not short of it, haha..."
Lin Nan listened to Ning Hao, the lion, speak. His tone was really thoughtful, but he didn’t refuse and agreed with a smile:
“Okay, ok, I rarely work as a film producer for others. I took this script back, even half of it I haven’t finished reading it yet.”
"One meal costs 25 million. Tsk, tsk, tsk, Director Ning is so shady!" Huang Bo teased.
"You are so impressed, Yifei didn't even say anything." Xing Aina teased Huang Bo.
"Me? I listen to him." Liu Yifei chuckled.
It wasn’t until after nine o’clock in the evening that a few people left.
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At noon the next day, the entire film and television industry was attracted by two movies.
First, Bad Monkey officially announced its new film plan:
"Co-invested by Bad Monkey and Lin Nan Pictures, directed by Director Ning Hao, and produced by Director Lin Nan, the movie "Heart Flower Road" "Release" was officially launched and casting started..."
If the first piece of movie news touched the hearts of a large number of actors in the industry, then the second piece of news made many people feel familiar.
“Three years have passed since the second part was released. Lin Nan Pictures and Yinghuang have decided to restart the "Ip Man" series. "Ip Man 3" has been officially approved, and casting and preparations will begin today. …”
The actors in the industry are a little unable to react during this time.
The big directors are all on the move. They are either making new movies or preparing new movies.
Feng Xiaogang is filming "Private Customization"; Jiang Wen's "One Step Away" is currently casting and finalizing locations.
Zhang Yimou's "Return" traveled to major art schools and auditioned;
Ning Hao proposed the project "Heart Blossoms on the Road"; Lin Nan also revealed two days ago In preparation for a new film; "Ip Man 3" restarts...
Now many actors are staring at Lin Nan and Ning Hao's new movies. After all, the others have no chance.
......
Lin Nan took calls from Han Sanping, Wang Changtian and Ye Ning.
They can't get involved with "Butterfly Lovers" and "Ip Man 3", so they can only place their hopes on Lin Nan's new movie.
Huo Wenxi was dressed in a professional suit, properly dressed as a workplace beauty, and sat opposite Lin Nan.
"According to the company's budget, it's only a little more than the previous one. Let's round it up, 100 million."
Hearing this number, Huo Wenxi didn't think it was too much, but was worried that he would get less.
"Director Lin, how much can Yinghuang get?"
When she came, Yang Shoucheng had told her to get as much share as possible.
But Huo Wenxi knows very well that she and Lin Nan are not equal in status, and the share cannot be won by just fighting for it.
"We are still 64 points. This is my biggest concession. The cooperation with Yinghuang over the years has been very friendly."
Although Lin Nan's voice was very soft, it had an unquestionable tone.
After thinking for a moment, Huo Wenxi nodded, "Except for replacing Zhen Zidan with Zhao Wenzhuo, the rest remains unchanged. The new character Ying Huang will be chosen..."
"My principle is that Director Huo should You know?”
“You know, don’t have a crooked butt.”
Half an hour later, Huo Wenxi left Lin Nan's office.
But as soon as she walked out of the office door, she turned around and met another person.
"Director Jiang?"
"Director Huo, are the other characters in "Ip Man 3" Ying Huang Zaiding?"
"Yes, in order to keep the style unchanged, the director , the filming team is all the original crew. Director Jiang? ”
Jiang Yanrou glanced in the direction of Lin Nan's office, turned her head and smiled at Huo Wenxi:
"There are not many actors in the industry now. Zhang Jin is an old friend of mine. Yinghuang can consider it."
Huo Wenxi reacted instantly, nodded and replied: "Of course, his skills are very good, there should be no problem."
Sent Huo Wenxi out of the Lin Nan Film Building and stood there After a while, Jiang Yuerou made a phone call and went out.
“Sister Jiang?”
"Go back and find Huo Wenxi from Yinghuang. The second male lead in "Ip Man 3" is very suitable for you..."
"Thank you, Sister Jiang, I will cherish this opportunity." An excited voice came from the other end of the phone.
Jiang Yuerou hung up the phone and walked towards Lin Nan's office. The first time you show favoritism, it’s better to confess it to your boss.
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Hong Kong Island.
Zhen Zidan was restless at this time. Whether it is in the mainland or Hong Kong, the news has spread.
Ying Huang and Lin Nan Pictures' "Ip Man 3" has been officially launched and prepared.
But, he has been waiting for a whole day, and no one really contacted him, no one.
As time passed by, he felt more and more uneasy.
"Huo Wenxi is not on Hong Kong Island. She went to the mainland, which should be the capital."
The agent came over and couldn't help but speak. The project of "Ip Man 3" has finally been approved, but...
"Who else can they choose besides me?"
Zhenzi's monotone tone is very low, as if he is saying each word one by one. of.
"The box office of "One Man's Martial Arts" has exceeded 300 million."
The agent didn't want to say it, but he mentioned it anyway.
If Zhen Zidan really needs to be replaced, Zhao Wenzhuo, who is currently in the limelight, will definitely be the first choice.
Sure enough, the manager’s words made Zhen Zidan realize this, and his breathing became a little heavy.
"Now, what should we do? Go to the capital, or go to Yinghuang?"
The whites of his eyes were bloodshot, and he just looked at the agent, hoping to get an answer.
"Yinghuang, forget it. Let's fly to the capital. If it doesn't work, we're really out of luck. As for how the media will report it later, it has nothing to do with us..."
The agent said meaningfully.
Zhen Zidan gritted his teeth, as if he had made a very difficult decision, and nodded heavily:
“Then, let’s give it one last try.”
He It is clear that if this trip does not succeed, the "Ip Man" series will really have nothing to do with him, and it will be difficult to return to the popularity and height of a few years ago.
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(End of this chapter)