Chapter 372 Betrayal, Script

Domestic cinemas generally set Tuesday as half-price day.

The lowest ticket price refers to the ticket price on the day of the half-price day.

Zhang Weiping asked to increase the lowest ticket price by 5 yuan, which actually increased the full ticket price by 10 yuan.

"The lowest ticket price in first-tier cities has been increased to 40 yuan, second-tier cities to 35 yuan, and third-tier cities to 30 yuan; then the full ticket price is 80 yuan, 70 yuan, and 60 yuan.

If the cinema raises the price a little bit according to its own grade, it will be nearly 100 yuan! Tsk tsk tsk..."

Even Lin Nan was a little emotional. This time, Zhang Weiping's pricing and price increase for "The Flowers of War" were indeed very high.

In Zhang Weiping's words:

"Ordinary movies are only 90 to 100 minutes, while "The Flowers of War" is 145 minutes. If the volume is increased, the price must be increased!"

Not to mention, this reason has been recognized by a number of production companies.

"These days, I heard that the two sides have talked many times, but they parted unhappily.

Generally speaking, the cinema still means that if they can't reach an agreement, they won't show "The Flowers of War".

But Zhang Weiping is also very persistent. If they don't increase the share and ticket price, they won't show it to the cinema..."

Lin Nan sorted out the script while listening to Yue Jun's introduction.

"The cinema should be divided, right? After all, "The Flowers of War" is a big cake in their eyes.

No matter whether the box office can reach 1 billion, the cinema will always make money anyway, just more or less."

Hearing Lin Nan's words, Yue Jun was stunned and laughed:

"Haha, Director Lin guessed right. Some cinemas have a soft attitude and are already a little ambiguous, but the eight major cinemas and the other part are still very tough."

Lin Nan guessed that this was the case. There was a reason why Zhang Weiping was able to successfully raise prices twice in so many years.

To describe Zhang Weiping in one sentence, that is: With a plan in hand, the world is mine!

At this time, there was a knock on the door.

"What's the matter?"

Lin Nan and Yue Jun looked at the assistant at the door at the same time, and the latter asked first.

"Director Lin, Director Yue, the Film Bureau called and asked the company to send someone to a meeting at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning."

Here they come! Lin Nan muttered to himself.

Yue Jun also guessed something, "Okay, got it, you go back to work first."

"Director Lin, is it about the "Thirteen Hairpins" incident?"

Lin Nan nodded and said affirmatively:

"Apart from that incident, what else could it be. It's so big that the upstream producers and downstream theaters are about to start fighting openly."

"After all, theaters are the terminals, and they share the profits on the spot. It's really hard to swallow this passive breath, haha."

"It will be better in the future." Lin Nan thought of Tu Dou again.

"Then will I go this time?" Yue Jun asked.

"The Film Bureau must want me to go to the meeting.

If I guess correctly, all the people present tomorrow should be the heads of various production companies, or big directors and producers. Of course, there must be representatives of the 37 mainstream theaters."

In the film and television industry, many well-known directors have their own production companies, and a few are studios.

Lin Nan was also waiting for the call from above, after all, he also had his own demands to speak out.

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The next day.

The entrance of the Radio and Television Bureau was really lively.

"It's been a long time since we met here, and I'm still a little dazed."

Ning Hao walked to Lin Nan's side and sighed.

"Shouldn't you have some psychological trauma? After all, during that period, you came to the General Administration every day for the matter of "No Man's Land", hahaha..."

Lin Nan joked and ignored Ning Hao's rolling eyes.

Not long after, I saw that all the big names in the film and television industry came.

Han Sanping, Ren Zhonglun... Wang Zhongjun, Wang Changtian, Wu Kebo, Yang Shoucheng, Yu Dong...

Chen Hong, Gu Changwei, Jia Zhangke, Ma Ke, Zhong Lifang...

There were familiar faces at the scene, and greetings were endless. Today, everyone is in the same camp.

"Why didn't I see Zhang Weiping?"

Wang Changtian asked suddenly. Everyone noticed that they did not see the "leader".

"I really didn't see anyone!"

"It's impossible that he didn't come? He's the person involved."

...

In the distance, the people from the cinemas were also gathered together, with no intention of approaching.

"Where is Zhang Dapao?" Ning Hao couldn't help asking.

Lin Nan looked inside the General Administration, thinking.

"Maybe, others have already arrived..."

"Hmm? What do you mean?" Wang Changtian asked beside him.

"Well, didn't you find that the cinemas were a bit strange?"

"What's strange?"

"I didn't see Ye Ning, nor did I see anyone from Xingmei." Lin Nan said softly.

Wanda and Xingmei are both among the top eight cinemas, Wanda is first, and Xingmei is behind.

Among the eight cinemas, only these two are familiar to Lin Nan, after all, these two are also producers.

"Yes, those eight are not outside. We will go in at ten o'clock, they should be early."

Wang Changtian said in a low voice, and at this moment, several people had a bad premonition.

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At a quarter before ten, the staff of the General Administration came to lead the way.

A group of people walked towards the conference room. It was very quiet on the way, and few people talked.

When everyone entered the conference room, they were a little confused by the situation in front of them.

Director Tong of the Film Bureau sat in the main seat, with two rows on the left and right.

Zhang Weiping sat alone on the left hand side.

On the other side were the people from the eight major cinema chains, and Ye Ning and Qin Hong were among them.

"Since everyone is here, take a seat. Today's meeting will start soon."

Logically speaking, several state-owned enterprises should not get involved because they all own theater chains.

But the special nature of state-owned enterprises forces them to come and sit on the side of the producers.

Just don't speak if you can't speak.

On the producer's side, everyone's expressions were not very good. Because I don’t know what happened here before.

"Director Lin, sit here."

There were a few seats left in the first row, and someone invited Lin Nan over.

"Thanks."

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"Today, the bureau invited you here, and I personally presided over the meeting to mediate the matter between "Thirteen Hairpins" and the theater chain..."

"Tong Bureau, there is no such thing as Zhang Weiping. He changes it when he says it. Just because he has Zhang Yimou and "Thirteen Hairpins"?"

"If we give in this time, he will definitely push further next time..."

Lin Nan was convinced by the theater representatives who just came in, trying to steal what the director said? Very brave!

At this time, many people from the production company noticed something was wrong.

People from the eight major theaters opposite didn't even speak.

“When you build a cinema, at least the property rights are there.

If we make a movie and lose money in the end, what will we have left? There is only one tape left..."

"Yes, both of you are making money, but we, the film company, are the only ones who bear the risk. When we share the accounts, we not only have to consider the cost of recovery, but we also have to bear the cost of copying and publicity..."

Several people from the film company also spoke one after another.

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For a while, the two sides were chatting and arguing.

Lin Nan noticed that Zhang Weiping and the people from the eight major theaters didn't say anything, and he had some guesses in his mind.

"Quiet!"

Tong Gang said with a livid face, and the scene immediately became silent.

"Before you come in, I have already talked with representatives of the theaters and producers. They are willing to accept mediation and take a step back!"

As soon as these words came out, the people who came in behind all opened their eyes wide, looking at the representatives of their own camp, the Eighth Academy Line and Zhang Weiping.

"Tong Bureau, what is the content of mediation?" Wang Zhongjun asked.

Everyone immediately focused their attention and looked at Tong Gang.

"The theater chain accepts a minimum box office price increase of 5 yuan. As for the division of accounts, the box office of "The Thirteen Hairpins" within 500 million will be divided at 45% for new pictures, and the part over 500 million will be divided at 41%..."

At this moment, all the producers felt betrayed. No, it’s not a feeling, it’s really being betrayed!

They agreed to advance and retreat together, but in the end Zhang Weiping was using everyone to achieve his goals.

It seemed that Zhang Weiping accepted the mediation plan, but in fact he won. Now, this doesn’t care about other producers?

"I don't accept this plan."

"We don't accept it either."

"I accept."

"accept."

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The theater chain was in chaos first, and some theater chains still had a tough attitude.

It seems that the eight major cinema chains and some cinema chains have accepted this plan, while others have chosen to refuse to screen "Thirteen Hairpins".

On the production side, most people looked at Zhang Weiping fiercely, and everyone was treated like a monkey.

Zhang Weiping didn't care about everyone's attention at all, because his goal was achieved.

As for those theater chains that refused to screen "Thirteen Hairpins", he felt that these people would definitely compromise!

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At this time, Lin Nan spoke.

"Tong Bureau, I have something to say."

Everyone looked at Lin Nan. Whether it was the producer or the theater, they all became serious. They couldn't ignore it!

"Well, if you have anything to say, just say it."

"Today's plan seems to be unique to "Thirteen Hairpins". What about our other companies' future films?"

After hearing Lin Nan's words, everyone in the film company became excited.

Everyone knows that Lin Nan's box office influence is still higher than Zhang Yimou!

Ye Ning looked at Lin Nan with a bitter smile, this time it was troublesome again. Zhang Weiping was also a little unnatural.

Lin Nan glanced around and smiled.

"My "Thieves" also hit 900 million. It was really stupid at that time. I should have learned from Producer Zhang."

"In addition, "Pacific Rim" is about to be released. How are the theaters going to share the revenue with us? I am also working on special effects for "Passengers," so how will we be divided then?"

""Thirteen Girls" invested 600 million US dollars and asked for an increase in the split. The domestic investment in "Pacific Rim" was 88 million US dollars, which is a little over 600 million dollars!"

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Lin Nan was talking eloquently. Except for Wanda, everyone else in the cinema looked bad.

On the other hand, the producers are more excited than the other. This is the big brother who takes the lead!

Han Sanping's face was filled with joy. If it really happened...well, China Film Group would own 20% of "Pacific Rim".

Tong Gang had a wry smile on his face. He didn't expect Lin Nan to jump out.

But he had to admit that Lin Nan was right.

"Director Lin, we can discuss this issue slowly after we come down. How about a stepped account sharing?"

Different from the attitude towards Zhang Weiping, when facing Lin Nan, the theater's attitude was obviously much "softer".

After all, although Zhang Yimou is a great director, his record in commercial films is still not as good as that of Lin Nan.

Not only has the latter maintained the box office record for a long time, but Lin Nan Pictures' movies are also really popular.

If Lin Nan goes to make award-winning films in the future instead of commercial films, the only loss will be to the theater chain...

"just me?"

Lin Nan asked subconsciously.

"Yes." Many people in the cinema nodded.

Even those theaters that continued to boycott "Thirteen Hairpins" have not spoken out.

Hearing this, the other film crew members looked ugly again.

"Okay, okay, that's all for this time. Regarding Lin Nan's matter, come down and talk among yourselves."

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A large group of people walked out of the conference room, and the atmosphere was a bit delicate.

The theaters and film companies all greeted Lin Nan and prepared to leave.

Han Sanping came over and said, "Let's go back and talk to them about "Pacific Rim". I also want 45%!"

"Then you can stop Ye Ning first and let Wanda take the lead, haha..."

By the end of the nearly two-hour meeting, Zhang Weiping had become a hated figure.

At this moment, both theaters and film companies stayed away from him, for fear of making him sick.

"I guess the media news will be very interesting in the afternoon."

Lin Nan said softly, looking at Zhang Weiping's back in the distance.

"This time he is secluded from the entire film industry, but he still has Director Zhang, otherwise it will be completely over!"

Ning Hao shook his head and muttered.

"Haha, is there Director Zhang? I'm afraid that's not necessarily the case."

"What's the meaning?"

"It's nothing, just talk. Aren't you leaving yet?"

"Waiting for you." Ning Hao looked at Lin Nan, a little confused.

"I have something else to do, please go first."

"Okay, I'll go back to Bad Monkey first."

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Lin Nan followed Tong Gang's office and knocked on the door.

There was a sound of "come in" from inside, and Lin Nan opened the door.

Tong Gang was preparing to make tea, "Why didn't you leave? What's the matter?"

Lin Nan smiled and said, "Tong Bureau, I need your help."

A leader is a leader and reacts instantly.

"Are there any scripts that I'm not sure about?"

"Yes, this subject matter is a bit risky..."

"Sit down and tell me."

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After having a meal with Tong Gang, Lin Nan drove back.

Liu Yifei wore a striped casual shirt on her upper body and jeans on her lower body. Her calves were tucked together, revealing a pair of fat feet. She was sitting sideways and nestled on the sofa.

Seeing Lin Nan come in, she put down her iPhone and sat up lazily.

"What are you talking about in this meeting, and it's still open now?"

"It's over in the morning, but I had a meal with the Children's Bureau and asked him for help."

Liu Yifei's eyes suddenly lit up, and she quickly got off the sofa and jumped into Lin Nan's arms.

"Tell me, what script is it for me?"

Lin Nan dragged Miss Liu's fleshy buttocks with both hands and held the person in her arms tightly.

"Princess Sissi, how about you come back to school with me?"

"ah?"

Lin Nan's serious look made Liu Yifei a little confused.

"What are you doing back at school?"

"Exam, cheating kind of thing."

"Are you kidding? I never..."

Liu Yifei said angrily. Halfway through her words, she froze.

"Is it a new movie?"

Lin Nan kissed Liu Yifei's lips lightly and said with a smile: "That's the right answer, but it's hard to say now."

"Why?"

Liu Yifei asked eagerly.

"Because this subject matter is difficult to pass the review, that's why I stayed in the Children's Bureau for so long."

"So, what's the result?"

Liu Yifei lay on Lin Nan's shoulder and asked with her cheeks puffed up, a little worried.

"Tong Ju said he would help me, but if it were someone else, he would most likely refuse directly. After all, this script may cause some controversy..."

"Muma, I believe our luck will be fine, hehehe..."

"Haha, I think so too, classmate Liu."

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