Chapter 1041: True Intentions; Thorny Responses, Falling Faces; Founding of the Army in August...
“I used to know that there were many unlearned and unskilled celebrities in Hong Kong Island, and a large part of them grew up since childhood. Girls and gangsters have become famous, so it is common for them to talk nonsense and have crooked buttocks.
But this is indeed the first time for me to be so stupid. See; I can only say that this fat-headed woman has completely cut off China Star’s future in the mainland, tsk tsk..."
Lin Nan agreed very much with Wang Changtian’s words, that is, that family’s future in the mainland There is definitely no way to get around, at least it is impossible for the movies produced by their company to appear in the mainland.
Because although Hong Kong films can enjoy the same treatment and the same bill-sharing ratio as mainland films in the Mainland, the former are essentially classified as imported films;
And this woman directly posted on Weibo to provoke China Film, alluding to the latter's breaking of rules and excluding compatriots, and she also bit back and slapped China Film in reverse, which can be said to have offended China Film to death.
If their family can get the quota for imported films in the future, it will be really crazy;
Even if they want to come in as a batch of films, there are only so many quotas for the batch of films. There are two companies, one is China Film and the other is China Film; China Film will definitely not give out quotas and slap itself in the face, and China Film...
You know, China Film and Shanghai Film are tied for China Film The second largest shareholder, the two combined have two points more shares than the first largest shareholder!
“She is quite clever. Look at the last post on her Weibo, she actually wants to blackmail the entire Hong Kong community... This is taboo.”
"To be honest, I'm really looking forward to the reaction of Director Ren and Director La. I can't wait." Lin Nan couldn't help but laugh and did not pick up Wang Changtian's "taboo" topic.
"Those two people? Maybe they are thinking with great interest about how to deal with that family right now? Haha..."
Facts have proved that Wang Changtian's joke did not work. Not just a joke.
Because while Lin Nan was chatting with him about the distribution issues related to "The Chaser" and "Donkey Gets Water", the two chief directors of China Film and Shanghai Film were also busy dealing with the issues. The pressure of public opinion brought by Weibo.
Of course, the two chairman of the board were not panicked at all, and were even slightly excited;
After all, over the years, the idiots who choose hard steel from the two state-owned giants have become less and less rare. Well, it’s a rare thing!
China Film, in the chairman's office, La Peikang was drinking tea with a smile.
The last time China Film was criticized, especially when the chairman was named, it was the era of "Mountain Eagle", and it was also the first time that the famous adjective "Mountain Eagle" was applied to Han Sanping.
Since that time, in the eyes of the domestic film and television industry: "Mountain Eagle" is equal to Han Sanping, and Han Sanping is "Mountain Eagle". The two are completely tied!
This is also a "record" that Zhang Weiping is proud of, but what about Zhang Dapao now? Currently, he is a lame, keeping such a low profile that no one has heard from him, no trace of him has been found, and he has been "blocked" by default by the entire industry.
"La Dong, do you want to respond? But there is no name or surname there. If you respond, it will feel like there is no money here."
The secretary looked at La Peikang with a smile on his face and said, reminded cautiously.
"Response? Of course you have to respond! Why don't you have three hundred taels of silver here? That describes a hiding fool. As for us, let the group's theater department pick out one or two companies and be fair and honest. , Make a serious announcement!”
Speaking of this, La Peikang seemed to have thought of something, and his smile became brighter: “Go and contact the chairman’s office of Shanghai Film and Television to discuss the wording;
The manuscript should be as profound and to the point as possible, and it should be pointed to the point of death. Don’t hold back. Remember, you don’t need fancy words, you need to tell the truth with every word! ”
The secretary was stunned. Is La Dong going to stab him with a knife and then sprinkle some salt on him? After reacting instantly, he nodded quickly, "Okay, I'll go right away."
...
As soon as he arrived at the company in the afternoon, Lin Nan received a call from Weibo:
The public announcement document for the change in the shares of the major shareholder will be officially announced on Nasdaq and domestically in the next few days.
Lin Nan didn't care much about this matter. After all, the money had been spent and the shares had been obtained. Now it was just announced to the outside world.
Sitting on the chair, Lin Nan had just hung up the phone when he saw Yue Jun coming in with his finances; but before he could ask what was wrong, the phone that had just turned off suddenly turned on again.
Director Lin Da could only extend his hand to signal Yue Jun to sit down first, and he answered the phone.
"Producer Hou?"
"Director Lin, did I bother you?"
"No, I am in the company, and Yifei is also with Shu Chang and the others. We made an appointment to go shopping.”
"As long as it doesn't disturb you. That's it. We are now sure that the script of "The Wind Rises in the Forest" can be completed by the end of August or the beginning of September at the latest, and the budget will also be completed together;
At that time, I will personally bring people to the company to discuss the investment share with Director Lin or Director Yue... What does Director Lin think about this time?
Hearing this, Lin Nan nodded subconsciously, He made a joke: "It's fine in early September, as long as it's not the 9th, haha..."
"Of course it won't delay Producer Liu's birthday celebration for Director Lin.
One more thing, I have promised Huang Xiaoming before that he will be the leading actor, and he is indeed suitable... I think there should be no problem with Director Lin, right? As for other roles, if Director Lin has a favorite, you can tell me directly. ”
"I almost never interfere with roles that have been decided by partners, so Producer Hou can rest assured. As for other roles, let's talk about them at that time."
"Yes, Everyone knows Director Lin’s style. However, Huang Xiaoming is good, but his wife called us a few days ago and said that a third-tier actor was going to be banned... I was also convinced, and they said to marry a good wife... …”
The smile on Lin Nan’s face gradually faded, and she listened to Hou Hongliang complaining for a while, and then the two of them laughed and hung up the phone.
"What's going on?" Lin Nan put down his phone and looked at Yue Jun and Finance.
"The funds from Shiyue Culture have been used up again. This time the total amount requested for the two movies is 80 million, which is expected to last until the end of next year." Yue Jun waved his hand, and the finance department immediately handed over the list Handed it over.
Lin Nan scanned it roughly, and after finding no problems, he signed decisively and handed it to the financial officer: "You go out and make the payment first."
The financial officer was obviously very smart. He left the office immediately and took the money with him. Got to the door.
"Did Yang Ying call us too?" Lin Nan asked with a smile, looking at Yue Jun sitting opposite.
Hearing this question, Yue Jun smiled and nodded:
"Well, it hit me. I thought about it at the time and simply gave the leader Huang this face; already I ordered the people below to ignore the third-tier artist, just don't add insult to injury, don't take the initiative to make things difficult, and don't express my position to the outside world..."
Listening to Yue Jun's ramble, Lin Nan felt a little emotional for a moment. After being silent for a few seconds, he couldn't help but interrupt him:
"'Block'? Huang Xiaoming is such a shrewd person. Would a person really say something about 'banning' an actor? Did he personally call you and ask him to 'ban' that actor for a reason?"
Yue Jun was stunned and shook his head. : "No, only Yang Ying called."
As expected! Lin Nan murmured in his heart, wanting to laugh a little.
"This is where he is shrewd. Do you really think everyone in the circle will take Yang Ying's words as his own? He is just perfunctory with Yang Ying, and everyone will give Yang Ying lip service. It's a shame, but in reality, you can do whatever you want.
She was a young model and was originally a vase. Did she really think that she would become a phoenix when she flew on a branch? Do you really think that you can so unscrupulously squander the connections Huang Xiaoming has worked so hard to save over the years?
You know, the favors consumed by flattering her are actually not much for Huang Xiaoming, but helping her block someone is completely different!
To ban an actor, he either has to give up enough benefits in exchange, or he has to completely consume all his connections... After all, banning an actor is never a trivial matter. It means offending the agency behind the actor, and there is also the risk of endless troubles if the snake is killed, all of which need to be borne by Huang Xiaoming!
So, if he really wants to ban him, he will definitely say it himself, instead of letting Yang Ying jump up and down here and play the clown in front of everyone..."
Hearing what Lin Nan said, Yue Jun's expression suddenly changed, his brows furrowed, and he realized later: "So, when it comes to human relations, I still think simply? Didn't you think about it that deeply? ”
This is a sad topic. Lin Nan fell silent again because Yue Jun was really not good at this;
After a long time, Lin Nan broke the eerily quiet atmosphere in the office:
" Is there such a thing as worldliness? Haha...
Actually, whether you gave Yang Ying face or not at the time, it couldn’t be said to be wrong. It was indeed right and made sense;
Because reality is not black and white, we cannot be the Holy Mother. Huang Xiaoming has a very deep and good relationship with us. He gives me gifts every year and festivals, and he gives me red wine and seafood all year round... Every charity auction is very popular, and he gives me flowers. Buying my manuscripts for millions... Well, I've also played all the roles in our company and acted in so many of the company's movies... To refute the face of a little actor who has no friendship at all, it does make me look a bit sanctimonious. ', like a 'saint' or a hypocrite...
But, Brother Yue, have you forgotten how you were kicked out of the crew?
You should follow your heart. You don’t need to consider your current position, and you don’t need to forcefully change your thoughts, opinions, words and deeds for the benefit of the company or my face... just like you did before. , act according to your heart in everything, even if something goes wrong, I will be the one in front.
Again, you underestimate Huang Xiaoming’s business intelligence. No matter how obsessed he is with Yang Ying, he will never do such stupid things. "
Lin Nan spoke to Yue Jun very seriously. He pursed his lips, forced a smile and shook his head. His energy seemed to be a little weak;
He looked at Lin Nan Nan opened his mouth several times, but no words came out. Until finally, as if he had exhausted all his strength, a deep voice sounded:
"Do you follow your heart? I was indeed very stubborn at the time, but, Director Lin, so many years have passed, and your and my identities and status in the industry have undergone earth-shaking changes... When it comes to keeping your heart, Lin Director, this is really difficult, even though I have secured 99%..."
"Ninety-nine percent?" Lin Nan asked confused, he didn't understand what Yue Jun wanted to express.
I saw Yue Jun raise his head, with a complicated expression on his face, and murmured in retrospect: "I have banned the little director, the assistant director, and that woman."
For a moment, Lin Nan was shocked by Yue Jun's words. He had no idea that Yue Jun had done this! But...he has nothing to say about this, and he doesn't know what to say. Yue Jun is a gentleman who takes revenge after ten years. It is human nature and reasonable!
“Well, I get it.”
Lin Nan responded dully, and added after a moment: "Follow your heart and don't take that phone call seriously... No one took it seriously."
"Okay."
……The time has finally come to the last day of July.
Early in the morning, more than half of the entertainment headlines and hot searches on the Internet were in Bali;
Because Huo Jianhua and Ziwei Gege got married there today, and a large number of domestic film and television stars went there, such as Hu Ge, Fan Bingbing, Zhao Yanzi, Zhou Xun, the crew of "Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace"... Wu Qilong, Liu Shishi...
However, for the film industry, the news related to "Legend of the Gods" is undoubtedly the one that attracts everyone's attention; after all, yesterday morning, the fat lady just openly and covertly criticized China Film and Shanghai Film!
“Co-produced by China Star and Bona Pictures, the large-scale ancient costume myth masterpiece "Legend of the Gods" was released on the day after its release. The box office dropped to 44.54 million, and it is likely to continue to decline, plummeting..."
< br>"It is reported that except for Polybona, which continues to maintain a film schedule of more than 30%, most domestic theaters have reduced the film schedule of "Legend of the Gods" to about 15%, and individual theaters have cut it to 3%... …The film’s overall scheduling rate today is 16.2%…”
“At nine o’clock in the morning, China Film Southern Shinkansen, China Film Star Cinema Line, and New Film Alliance Cinema Line issued a joint announcement regarding "Legend of the Gods" 》Response to the issue of low-ranking films:
Previously, before the release of "Legend of the Gods", the group's marketing department had made a more scientific and reasonable estimate of the film's market potential:
The film has eye-catching makeup and exaggerated and perfunctory lines. The painting style is abrupt and patchwork, the acting is exaggerated and clumsy, the theme deviates from Eastern culture, and the plot is a complete mess... Looking at the entire movie, there is nothing to recommend it about.
As a result, the group does not believe that the film is worthy of investing a large share of scheduling resources. The comprehensive box office and critical reputation of the film in the two days since its release also prove that the marketing department’s prediction is accurate, namely: This film is a complete bad film...
In line with the principles of being responsible to the audience, responsible to theater profits, and fair treatment to other high-quality films, we will continue to reduce the scheduling rate of this film as appropriate. In order to support other high-quality films and meet the needs of the broad audience and movie fans..."
"The three cinemas under Shanghai Film Group followed closely and responded to the low-ranking film of "Legend of the Gods":
For a bad film that has been criticized and complained by the majority of movie fans, it openly clamored for excessive film scheduling resources and treatment. This in itself is extremely unreasonable and has no self-awareness.
With an investment of RMB 500 million+, you can make such a bad film that can be listed on the list of bad films in Chinese film history, and even compete for the top three in the list. This has to make people in the industry wonder, do you have any If you make a movie with your heart, is all the money spent on the movie? Or is it that the high investment is just a gimmick for your financial operations..."
China Film and Shanghai Film, the two major state-owned giants in the Chinese film and television industry, jointly "counterattacked", and they were merciless and direct. The response from the knife in and the red knife out can be said to have shocked the whole circle!
The eldest brother and the second brother stood up directly for the first time, without any pretense, and spoke naked like that! : I did it, I gave you the reason, what do you want, you trash?
The circle is extremely quiet, no one dares to get involved in this matter, but in private, they are absolutely glaring. Watching the excitement. Because this is Bona being "double-beaten" with China Star!
"It's hopeless, let's wait to die."
Yu Dong's mentality was on the verge of collapse at this moment, so much so that he started "talking nonsense" on the phone, and his tone was extremely cold, without any warning. Qiang Qiang saved face.
"Dong Yu, I'm sorry, I didn't expect my wife to do that... You are from China Film Academy. Regarding this situation, I wonder if Dong Yu has any other options? After all, we... ..."
"How? Haha, unless I become the chairman of China Film Group!
Chairman Xiang, I can tell you clearly today that as soon as those two announcements come out, starting from tomorrow, Except for Bona Cinema, all other domestic cinemas will significantly reduce the film schedule of "Legend of the Gods". This is inevitable! You should be mentally prepared. This movie is gone and you will lose everything.
Moreover, in the future, there is a high probability that there will be no more Chinese stars in the mainland! That's all I've said. From now on, our two families don't have to cooperate anymore. Everything ends here! That wife of yours is such a nuisance..."
Yu Dong cursed with such words that he completely broke his face. Without waiting for the other party's reaction, he resolutely hung up the phone, followed by blocking and deleting... As for " The company's people will handle the finishing work after "Legend of the Gods", just business!
Yawning, Lin Nan watched the fun and received a lot of likes. Netizens caught him and all commented, "Look, Director Lin slipped again!" "
"Let's go, come with me out quickly. ”
Liu Yifei had a bun, a white T-shirt and knee-length denim shorts, and waved at the door while wearing white shoes, looking like she couldn’t wait to go out for a ride.
On her white wrist, the golden braided gold bracelet and the diamond bracelet complement each other, making her movements even more graceful.
“Here you go, after finishing filming, you really let yourself go.”
“Oh, it’s just these few days. I’ll start reading in two days. The last book I haven’t finished reading it yet, hurry up..."
Trying Lin Nan’s hand, Liu Yifei went straight to the garage. She was driving today.
A few minutes later, with a roar, a red sports car jumped out of the garage and drove out of the gate.
During the day, the entertainment reporters were very busy because they captured a lot of photos of Director Lin Da and Producer Liu;
Liu Yifei trying on Lin Nan’s sunglasses, the two choosing silk scarves, and secretly eating each other Cake, and even went to the car show to show off... It was really about eating, drinking, having fun, wandering around, and finally even went to the library...
...
Huan Rui's "Qingyun" "Zhi" has officially launched. In line with the principle of supporting Zhao Liying, Shanhai Media also forwarded and supported it.
However, it seems that neither the casting nor the styling have met the approval of fans of the original work. When the second episode was airing, there were a lot of complaints online.
Lin Nan and Liu Yifei, who had been playing for a day, went to bed very early at night and slept soundly. The two of them got up earlier in the morning because they were going to the launch conference of "The Founding of an Army".
As the top director and producer couple in the industry, we cannot be late for this kind of event named above!
Compared with yesterday’s news, the news outside this morning has a completely different look!
"Co-produced by Xinli, Shengkai Films, Kadokawa Pictures Co., Ltd., and Emperor Films, and directed by Chen Kaige, the costume, suspense, and fantasy masterpiece "The Legend of the Demon Cat" has been released at 8 o'clock this morning. Xiangyang Tangcheng Film and Television Base is officially launched! ”
“It is controlled by China Film, jointly produced by Bona, Bayi Film Studio, and Media Asia, with La Peikang as the chief producer, and directed by Liu Weiqiang, a tribute to the blockbuster "The Founding of the Army" "Daye" will hold a high-profile launch conference in Wangzuo Town, the capital, at nine o'clock this morning..."
"On the third day of its release, the daily box office of "Legend of the Gods" dropped again, to 32.25 million; the film's three-day first weekend grossed a total of 135 million."
"Jackie Chan's film "Escape" was released on 11 Today, a total of 750 million has been cut at the box office, and the daily revenue is more than 30 million. The potential is still there, dominating the July slot..."
...
Lin Nan and Liu Yifei arrived in "The Founding of the Army" When the launch conference was held, it was already crowded with people. There were many first- and second-tier actors and stars in the industry, and there were even more official media.
The leaders of the General Administration, Tong Gang, Zhang Hongsen and others were all there. The director of the Bayi Factory was very conspicuous in his military uniform... People from the Central Propaganda, Youth League Central Committee and other departments were present, and the scene was really big.
"Brother Lin, Yifei, this way!"
Han Jianu greeted from a distance, and Lin Nan and Liu Yifei followed the sound.
"I think this movie is going to be bad." As soon as she sat down, Han Jianu whispered to Liu Yifei, and her eyes glanced at the large group of creative actors in the front.
“Don’t let Dong Han and Dong La hear what you said. Be careful to beat you up.”
Liu Yifei chuckled and joked, while Lin Nan listened and also He was dealing with the people in his circle who came and said hello to him.
"That's what it is. This kind of gift film actually casts so many popular celebrities who are not majoring in majors to play the main roles. I don't know what Uncle La thinks."
"You two chat first, I'll go for a while Over there." Lin Nan whispered to Liu Yifei. He was talking about the direction of Han Sanping. Several familiar leaders were there, waving to him.
“Well, okay.”
Lin Nan stood up and walked towards the leadership camp.
……
Wu Ershan left his own Changshengtian Pictures, well, it was just upgraded from a studio to a company!
He will have a place in the producer of "The Trilogy of the Gods", that is, he will participate in the project in the name of Changshengtian Pictures.
Song Ge's Maybach was parked and waiting outside. When he saw Wu Ershan leading his assistant out with a thick document bag, he immediately greeted him with a smile.
"Director Wu, today we are going to read your script. And for such a big project, who can not be tempted? Haha..."
"The project is big, but the cycle is also longer. Director Song, as the old saying goes, I’m not sure about Director Lin, we have to be mentally prepared.”
Wu Ershan said it very seriously. Although he really wanted to try something through these three series of blockbusters and express what he had in mind, he had to be humble. For Lin Nan, he was really not sure of winning.
"Let's go first. I think Director Lin is attending the launch conference. He will come over at noon as promised;
Also, I can't handle your mentality, Director Wu. A retort: There are only a few things in life, and desires can never be filled."
Looking at Song Ge, who was smiling and seemed to have absolute confidence, Wu Ershan also nodded in acquiescence! nod. Fame and fortune are indeed addictive, and he has experienced it himself.
"Okay, let's set off first; make arrangements over there in advance and wait for Director Lin to come."
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(End of this chapter)