Chapter 790 Ye Ning’s abnormality, "Westward Journey 3"
The call was from Ye Ning, saying that he had something serious to talk about.
But he neither came to the company to talk, nor did he talk on the phone. Instead, he wanted to ask Lin Nan to have coffee. It’s euphemistically called: working while reminiscing about the past.
Lin Nan thought for a moment and then agreed. After signing some urgent documents, he drove away from the company.
Many huge promotional posters for "Avengers 2" can be seen in the advertising spaces of commercial buildings on both sides of the road.
This Marvel superhero movie will hit theaters nationwide in a week.
I heard that the mainland was one of the last film markets in the world to release this blockbuster, and domestic fans have been complaining about China Film for a long time online.
When seeing the solo poster of Black Widow, Lin Nan couldn't help but think of Ryan Reynolds; it was because of the latter that he met Scarlett Johansson, and he immediately gained a friend.
"Well, I remembered it. Tom seems to have said that Ryan's "Deadpool" was started last month? Tsk, tsk, this is another science fiction blockbuster!"
Park the car , Lin Nan was invited into the exclusive elevator by the waiter and went straight to the thirty-sixth floor.
Ye Ning was dressed in casual clothes, which was completely different from the general manager and vice president of Wanda Pictures in the past. He looked very casual now.
"Director Lin, we're done."
"Thank you. Mr. Ye is so anxious. I just came back and you came to me for coffee."
Lin Nan smiled I sat down opposite Ye Ning. I chose a good place today.
The coffee table is less than four meters away from the floor-to-ceiling windows of the private room. The view and scenery outside the 36th floor are refreshing.
"I know Director Lin has just come back, so I don't want to disturb him, but it's better to have work matters sooner rather than later."
As Ye Ning spoke, he made a gesture of invitation. The waitress has already served coffee and some exquisite pastries.
"Is that Ye always going to get straight to the point? Or take a look at the scenery first?"
Lin Nan glanced out the window and started laughing.
In his eyes, Ye Ning asking him to come out for coffee was just about the movie.
As for what specifically it is related to the movie, I'm not sure.
"Look at the scenery and talk about business, no conflict."
Ye Ning took over the conversation and smiled elegantly. Then, he looked directly at Lin Nan and got to the point:
"Director Lin, is it possible for "The Secret of the Dragon" and "Detective Chinatown" to be released at a guaranteed price?"
Lin Nan was not too surprised when he heard this. It is completely reasonable for Wanda to have this idea.
Because these two movies are recognized by the industry as the two core "blockbusters" of Lin Nan Pictures this year.
One is fully supported by top IP and Tiangong Color, and the other is a commercial film directed by Lin Nan himself, and currently neither of these two films has a confirmed distribution business.
"Guarantee? How much guarantee does Wanda want to offer?"
Lin Nan asked with interest. Wanda is still different from Huayi and Bona.
“We can guarantee the box office release of "The Secret of the Dragon" at 1.5 billion, and "Detective Chinatown" is also 1.5 billion! The latter's account sharing ratio is 46%."
Lin Nan nodded and had to admit that Wanda was quite courageous!
"It does sound very tempting."
"What does Director Lin mean?"
Ye Ning smiled, waiting for Lin Nan's answer. But I don't know why, but I can't see much expectation on his face.
“Both numbers are very sincere. But, I want to give it another try.”
Taking a sip of coffee, Lin Nan spoke softly and decisively.
"Is that so? Director Lin is really courageous. Let's forget it." Ye Ning smiled, picked up a piece of pastry and put it into his mouth.
Hearing this, Lin Nan raised his head in disbelief. He was very surprised by Ye Ning's attitude.
Although he would not choose a guaranteed release, because that would be a sign of lack of confidence in the movie's box office.
But Ye Ning's behavior of simply rejecting the rejection and not trying to fight for it after being rejected is really abnormal.
Ye Ning didn't pay attention to Lin Nan's gaze, but continued to smile and said:
"Today's business is finally over, but unfortunately it didn't work out. Next, let's talk about old times with Director Lin... Lin Director, we have known each other for 10 years, right? I remember?"
Lin Nan nodded, "We first met in January 2005. At that time, my "Into the Dust" was competing for awards, and Mr. Ye has just become the vice president of Wanda Cinemas.”
“Yes, ten years have passed in the blink of an eye, from the first time Director Lin won the Silver Bear Award for Best Director to the current Golden Lion. Golden Bear, Oscar... In the past 10 years, I have not stopped, and my career has become bigger and bigger...
In comparison, I seem to have reached the end, and I have stopped making progress since a few years ago. No way to enter.”
Ye Ning paused when he said this. He raised his coffee and saluted Lin Nan.
"Director Lin, we have been old friends for many years. I hope we will always be friends in the future, no matter where we are. I respect you."
Lin Nan was a little confused for a moment, what is this? ? Why are you feeling sad all of a sudden?
But he didn't think much about it, he just touched it while holding the cup. Ye Ning lowered it intentionally.
For more than an hour, the two really just reminisced about old times, interspersed with a lot of topics about movies, markets, gossip and industry development.
At four o'clock in the afternoon, Lin Nan and Ye Ning separated downstairs.
Just after driving through two traffic lights, Lin Nan suddenly reacted and was very shocked for a moment:
"Huh? There is no guarantee of issuance, and there is no way to move forward. But, talking about old times, the future, friends...does he have other thoughts? Is he trying to protect my network?"
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Photos of Liu Yifei and Shu Chang going shopping , has been posted on the Internet by entertainment reporters, and quickly jumped to the headlines and hot searches.
In many photos, the two people in a good mood even raised their scissor hands towards the camera.
Many insiders and netizens are joking about Liu Yifei, saying that she has led Shu Chang askew, as evidenced by her gestures when taking photos.
Lin Nan did not join in the fun to find Liu Yifei and Shu Chang, but went back to the company directly.
After all, there are still a lot of things to deal with, especially the matter of "Love in Seattle 2".
Now that the movie script has been reviewed and funding is definitely available, the next step is casting before filming starts.
"Director Xue thinks Zhao Liying is not suitable. She doesn't have the temperament of Yang Mi..."
"What is that temperament?"
"Atmosphere, wildness, and most importantly: the original cast!"< br>
Hearing what Yue Jun said, Lin Nan could only smile speechlessly, "Our Professor Xue seems to be really determined." "Actually, it's understandable, this is a commercial film after all. Commercial series around the world give priority to using the original cast, and then consider how to achieve box office breakthroughs on the premise of ensuring stable box office results
Otherwise, how could Donnie Yen dare to open his mouth after the second part of the "Ip Man" series ended? "
Well, Lin Nan really couldn't refute Yue Jun's words for a while, because the market is indeed like this.
"High drama, high pay, acting skills... …She really doesn’t consider these key points? "Lin Nan asked Yue Jun.
Xue Xiaolu is different from Lu Yang and Guo Fan. To a certain extent, the former is one of the banners of the domestic director circle.
That is, a well-known female in the country A great director, a senior screenwriter, and a Nortel professor are Lin Nan's teachers and friends, and they have an equal relationship
In other words, Xue Xiaolu has no shortage of connections and resources.
“I don’t know. It depends on what Director Xue asks of Yang Mi and how the latter gives in.
But it can be seen that Director Xue has a considerable influence on the box office of the film. That's why we insist on using the original team.
On the other hand, the company and Yang Mi broke up peacefully, so there is no conflict, right? "
Lin Nan looked at Yue Jun and really didn't know what to say. The latter's analysis also made sense.
"Contacts and favors are everywhere. Please inform Director Xue, and the casting can be done.
If the heroine is determined to use Yang Mi, then don't let the scene get sidetracked. Just stay on the set and wait patiently. Two months, it's still okay... I'm still young now, and my face can still be..."
"Yes, I understand, Director Lin"
Looking at Yue Jun walking out. Lin Nan was quite emotional when looking at the back view of the office. It seems that even after leaving the company, Yang Mi carefully maintained her friendship with Yue Jun.
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The next day.
It is already May, and major universities are ushering in the graduation season of the year, including Nortel.
Many young actors and stars in the industry who graduated this year have appeared on related hot searches and topics.
For example, Zhou Dongyu, the scheming girl, Nazha, a young actress from the Tang Dynasty... and Mo Xiaobei in "Wulin Gaiden", there are quite a few of them.
But the one that attracted the most attention in the circle was the girl Zhou Dongyu, because Wang Jinghua’s Shiba Culture issued an announcement:
"The three-year contract between Shiba Culture and actor Zhou Dongyu has expired, and the company has been unable to reach an intention to renew the contract. We now respect actor Zhou Dongyu's own opinions, and the two parties will not renew the contract, and there will be no conflicts or disputes. We hope that each of you will take it seriously."
Unlike the previous time when Zhu Yawen left Wang Jinghua Company, both parties said goodbye and wished each other sincerely; this time Zhou Dongyu's departure can be said to be very official and formal.
Of course, Zhou Dongyu's Weibo reply was also very concise: "Thank you Sister Hua for your care over the past three years... From now on, welcome a new beginning."
Many people in the circle Everyone thinks that this girl had a very "idea" when she signed the three-year contract:
Because when she graduated, that is, when the contract expired, she was just waiting for the price to be sold, so she could choose a new one for herself. company!
In the morning, Lin Nan repeatedly asked people to arrange the closing banquet of "Detective Chinatown" tomorrow, and then went home.
Liu Yifei and Shu Chang were petting cats in the garden and chatting about something.
The moment she saw Lin Nan, Miss Liu immediately waved, "Lin Nan, come and see, they actually made a sequel after 20 years..."
Just half an hour ago, Hong Kong media and mainland media have forwarded Liu Zhenwei's company's announcement and reported on it.
"After 20 years, director Liu Zhenwei once again wrote the script and directed it himself. Following "Westward Journey: The Moonlight Box" and "Westward Journey: The Marriage of the Monkey King", this is the third film in the series, That is, the project of "Westward Journey 3 Finale" will be officially launched in the near future. Casting will be open to the film and television industry. ”
"Director Liu Zhenwei was interviewed and said bluntly: Over the years, fans have overinterpreted "Westward Journey" too much. He himself will answer all the questions about the first two movies for the audience in "Westward Journey 3: The Final Chapter" At the same time, director Liu Zhenwei once again stated that this will also be another perspective of "Journey to the West"..."
"It is reported that the storyline of the movie "Journey to the West 3: The Final Chapter" will continue from "Journey to the West 3" "The Marriage of the Great Sage"... It has been confirmed that Mr. Xing will not appear..."
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After reading the news on his mobile phone, Lin Nan smacked his lips and joked: :
“Well, this is the favor Wu Gan and Xie Nan want to return, so look forward to it.”
Hearing what Lin Nan said, Liu Yifei and Shu Chang were stunned.
"The two of them will play "Westward Journey 3"? This is too funny!"
"I can't imagine who will play 'Wolf Warrior'?" Shu Chang laughed out loud .
Lin Nan doesn’t know how to evaluate this so-called "Westward Journey to the West 3 Finale", but what is certain is that since this movie was officially announced today, it is destined to be highly regarded by the industry and Attention of the whole network!
Because Zhou Xingchi Zhuyu is in front, it is certain that no one can surpass him.
But this movie and its starring actors will definitely be blessed by the reputation of Zhou Xingchi's two "Westward Journey" movies. They will be watched and discussed by the entire Internet, and they will have a natural advantage in public opinion.
"Oh, I remember Zhou Xingchi's "Westward Journey" was scolded countless times by Teacher Six, what about this time?"
Shu Chang winked and began to observe a moment of silence for the actors.
Lin Nan and Liu Yifei looked at each other and couldn't help laughing.
There is no solution to this problem, because the Sixth Teacher's "crusade" is definitely unavoidable. Sooner or later, he will definitely fire.
But these are all things for later. Anyway, the Internet has become lively at this moment, and the whole Internet is hotly discussing "Westward Journey to the West 3: The End Chapter".
Facts have proved that the gimmick of "Westward Journey" can still make many netizens and movie fans believe in Liu Zhenwei again.
It’s just that everyone is sorry that they can’t see Zhou Xingchi’s “Supreme Treasure” again.
Until noon, the online film and television entertainment headlines and Weibo hot searches were still about "Westward Journey 3". You can imagine how much people are looking forward to this movie!
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The "Outstanding Alumni Invitation" for Nortel's 65th anniversary was delivered to my home by people from Hongxingwu.
In order to ensure that all the people on the invitation list can come in October, Nortel took great pains and actually sent invitations half a year in advance.
At this time, Lin Nan knew about such a thing.
Liu Yifei grumbled and explained the problem, and she agreed.
I just didn’t expect that the school was also a thief. It directly sent two invitation letters to Hongxingwu, completely ignoring Lin Nan.
"You don't take me seriously at all? Is your family status determined like this?"
Lin Nan pretended to be speechless and looked at Liu Yifei.
Miss Liu has a lot of little expressions, and she is also very arrogant: "I guess it was Teacher Jiang who told me. He thinks that I speak better than you and I have a lot of discernment, hehe..."
"Yeah, Sissi can take charge of the family." Shu Chang stood aside to support his best friend.
“I have to have a good chat with Lao Jiang, who actually belittles my family status behind my back.”
"It's not a disparagement, it's the younger brother in the family!" Liu Yifei emphasized with a smile.
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(End of this chapter)