Chapter 138 Press Conference, Prequel

Lin Nan originally thought that the post-production special effects would take up a lot of his time, and he would not be able to leave, but that was not the case.

When the team set the direction and detailed standards according to Lin Nan's requirements, the rest was mechanical work.

He only needed to test the results.

So far, it has been a month, and there has been no major deviation.

Lin Nan needs to go back to China. Cao Baoping's crew has almost found the main creators. With such a large investment, he, as a producer, must at least meet the actors.

"Tom, please keep an eye on the post-production for me during my absence. I think there will be no accidents, but don't be careless."

"Don't worry, Lin."

...

The news of the return was only told to Liu Yifei.

Outside the Capital Airport, a large G has been waiting for a long time.

Lin Nan opened the car door and got into the co-pilot.

"Okay, go home."

Liu Yifei said happily and started the car skillfully.

"I'm afraid you have driven this car more times than me."

"Yours is mine." Liu Yifei replied, a little excited.

"Okay, it's all yours."

"Is it really just about the film investment this time?"

Liu Yifei asked unexpectedly.

"This is the most important thing, an investment of just over 10 million."

Lin Nan finished speaking, and added, "When The Martian was finished, Jing Tian invited me to attend the launch of her EP."

After saying this, Liu Yifei was silent for a while.

She smiled, "Are you going alone?"

"I want to take you with me."

Looking at the girl's smiling face, Lin Nan knew this answer, and Liu Yifei was very satisfied.

...

The news that Lin Nan appeared in the film academy spread instantly. He went to Hollywood for a month and suddenly returned to school without any rumors.

In the directing department, Lin Nan met Cao Baoping.

Although Cao Baoping has been in the film and television industry for more than ten years, he has only made two movies, both of which are traditional didactic themes, and he mostly writes scripts and TV dramas.

"Teacher Cao."

"Haha, Lin Nan, you have solved my big problem."

"Teacher Cao, you are joking. Can I see the script?"

"I have prepared it for a long time. Here it is."

Lin Nan took a bound A4 paper and began to flip through it.

If Lin Nan was still a little worried and uncertain after agreeing to invest, he was completely relieved now.

"Give Fang Wen to Zhang Yi. He is the only actor signed by my company at present."

Lin Nan said slowly.

"Well, of course, the actor who can sign you should not be flashy."

This made Lin Nan laugh. "He definitely has acting skills, but he can't bear the word 'fancy', haha."

That afternoon, Lin Nan met Zhou Xun. Cao Baoping and Zhang Yi were also at the dinner.

"Director Lin, this is also an indirect cooperation. Let's have a drink."

Zhou Xun raised a glass of wine and came to Lin Nan.

This kind of actress with a carefree personality makes people feel very good. Unlike many female artists, who pretend to be reserved on the surface, but secretly...

Zhang Yi sat there honestly, chatting with Cao Baoping about the script.

Today, Zhang Yi suddenly received a call from Lin Nan, and he was extremely happy.

He has another play, and he plays a supporting role for Zhou Xun, but this has already made him very satisfied. Who is Zhou Xun? She won the Hong Kong Film Awards and the Golden Horse Awards.

If he hadn't signed with Lin Nan's company, this opportunity would definitely not have fallen on him.

The news that Lin Nan returned to China and invested in a film by a professor at the Film Academy spread quickly.

Everyone remembered Lin Nan's speech at the graduation of the 2002 class. He didn't just talk big, but really did it.

The fact that Cao Baoping got investment from Lin Nan also had a big impact on the group of teachers in the academy.

Many people began to be eager to try and had some ideas.

"Sister Xue, what's up? You have a script for me?"

"No, I just want to ask, have you really invested in Professor Cao?"

"Yes, 10 million, I've even met the lead actor."

"Then I'll find you when I have plans in the future." Xue Xiaolu said with a smile.

"No problem, but you need to know."

"I know, at least the script can't be bad, that's what I do."

...

"Are you really not going?"

"No, I'm not familiar with it."

Originally, they agreed to go to the Jingtian EP conference with Lin Nan, but before leaving, Liu Yifei regretted it.

"Then I'll go?"

Liu Yifei glared at Lin Nan, walked up to her and stood on tiptoe.

This move is familiar to Lin Nan!

"Ah!"

"Why did you bite me?"

The girl had a smug smile on her face at this moment.

"It's not broken again. Okay, you go now." Liu Yifei waved her hand with a hint of cunning.

"I'll deal with you when I come back." Lin Nan said harshly before getting in the car.

"I'm not afraid of you, hehe."

Lin Nan drove alone and headed for the press conference.

Jing Tian was wearing a white sweater, jeans, and long hair on her shoulders, looking young and lively.

She was a little absent-minded, but she still kept a smile on her face, facing every guest and reporter.

"Director Lin has returned to China, so he should come." Lu Zheng said.

The EP and the movie were released at the same time today. Previously, the movie was the main focus, but with Jing Tian's participation in "The Martian", the focus today became the EP.

Lin Nan walked over alone to meet many media reporters. Many people wanted to ask him for interviews, but he refused.

"Director Lin Nan is here."

I don't know who said something, and everyone at the venue immediately looked towards the door. Lin Nan followed the welcome guests.

Jing Tian and Lu Zheng were both in the background. When they heard Lin Nan's arrival, they also breathed a sigh of relief. The former's absent-minded state suddenly disappeared.

"What's wrong with your lips?"

Ning Hao asked.

"I'm getting angry and a little swollen."

"I think he was bitten, right?" Ning Hao said maliciously.

"Director Ning is so experienced? Does that sister know?" Lin Nan also responded.

"Pretend I didn't say anything, don't throw dirty water on me."

Jing Tian walked out from behind, filled with joy.

"Director Ning, Brother Lin."

"Why am I Director Ning and he is the eldest brother?"

Ning Hao's question made Jing Tian a little at a loss.

"Because I am old enough to be a brother, and you are old enough to be an uncle."

"Then let's call Director Ning." Ning Hao said helplessly.

At the beginning of the press conference, the media miraculously discovered that a movie was said to be released today, but not much was said about the movie at all. The most talked about was Jing Tian's EP and MV.

"Who Are You", "A Chance Encounter with Andersen", "I Don't Know Love".

Ning Hao is very important. It was his first time to direct a music video for a newcomer, Jing Tian.

The old story of Lin Nan's photography was also brought out.

"At that time, I asked Director Lin to come to the shooting site to play. As a director, he couldn't help but get started when he saw the camera machine. In the end, he just took the shot..."

Ning Hao is pretty good at adapting.

Some media had guessed that Lin Nan could come to the press conference. After all, one of the actors in "The Martian" included Jing Tian.

"Director Ning, what do you think of Jing Tian's acting skills?"

This is simply an additional question.

"The MV does not require much acting skills, and it is not a movie. At that time, Jing Tian was a complete newcomer and had never been exposed to acting. You can ask Director Lin this question."

"Ning Hao tricked me!"

Lin Nan complained crazily in his heart.

Looking at Ning Hao's smile, Lin Nan knew that he did it on purpose.

Let him answer this question. He simply doesn't look down on the crew of "Anaconda", but this is the reality.

But okay, sometimes the starting point is too high, which is not a good thing. Let this kind-hearted evil person do it.

"Actually, Jing Tian can't talk about acting."

As soon as Lin Nan said these words, all the media present were shocked. Is this meant to cause trouble?

Even Lu Zheng on one side looked a little unnatural, and Jing Tian's face turned a little pale.

"But the advantage is that she is an amateur with a blank sheet of paper, so the effect is better. You can ask her. I almost made her cry many times on the set. The basics are a bit poor, but she made rapid progress in those two months. If you study in school for a few more years, the effect will be even better..."

After saying that, Jing Tian's face looked much better.

The media could tell that although Lin Nan approved of Jing Tian's acting skills, he was actually doing it for her own good. If he praised her blindly, it might be counterproductive.

…

"Brother Lin, thank you."

"Your starting point is among the newcomers, the highest among them. The supporting roles are okay, but you can't handle the protagonist. Your acting skills will be your biggest flaw, and it will also be the place where others find fault.

Go to school and study hard, let Mr. Lu take smaller steps, and don’t always think about getting big..."

Lin Nan's remarks at Jingtian's EP press conference were quickly reported.

"This is the correct way to support you. Point out your shortcomings and give suggestions instead of praising your acting skills and character attitude. That seems too fake..."

After spending a day with Liu Yifei, Lin Nan was ready to set off again and go to Hollywood.

Who knew, he would be pulled into adulthood again.

"Director Yu, Director Zhao, I will never direct a TV series again. "Lotus Lantern" is the first and last time."

"I didn't expect you to come, but would you like to name the head office? We will finish from beginning to end, and it's not like we won't pay labor fees."

Director Zhao Jian said with a smile.

"Dan Chen's schedule cannot be missed, and Shu Chang's film has no points. Many actors have to be re-cast. If you don't show your name, we will really only have Jiao Enjun as the main creator..."

Only then did Lin Nan realize what the script was.

"Are there any potential candidates for the role?" Lin Nan asked.

"After all, this is also produced by CCTV. There are many people auditioning, and we are still choosing."

"Show me the list." Lin Nan said.

This scene was right. Zhao Jian smiled and took out a stack of audition rosters from his document bag.

"Just like Yawen back then, if you have anyone, you can recommend them."

Zhao and Yu expressed their intention with a smile.

Looking at the roster, my dear, "Lotus Lantern" is indeed a hit drama, a prequel, and more than double the number of people who auditioned for it.

Following the list, Lin Nan found Zhou Yang as expected. He had a bright smiling face in his photo and "Warmth and Light Within" in his resume.

I really don’t know how she has developed in the past two years. They are all unknown dramas. The company under Yangma only has many such dramas, but they are not commercialized enough.

"What, you know him?"

Zhao Jian came over and took a look.

"Nortel Level 02? He even filmed your movie!"

"Director Zhao, Director Yu, just her, I'm only here in name."

Lin Nan returned the booklet.

"Okay, no problem, haha."