Chapter 381 The Joy of Life

There was still discussion in the industry about whether the premiere of "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" would be as deserted as "Thirteen Hairpins".

The results were somewhat surprising. But if you think about it carefully, it makes sense.

The premiere of "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" was much more lively than "Thirteen Hairpins".

All the major film and television companies in the industry joined in support, and they could not see the anger and annoyance they felt after being stabbed in the back by Yu Dong!

Actors and stars from the film and television industry gathered together, and media from all walks of life also flocked to the event.

The premieres of the two films were in sharp contrast. After the news was reported, boos erupted online.

As for why this is the case? The reason is very practical:

Bona is a company listed on Nasdaq, one of the giants in the industry, and it is much more important than New Screen!

However, Lin Nan still didn't go. He didn't care whether Yu Dong was a giant or not.

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Lin Nan saw that the movie Bay Island was also on the Lunar New Year schedule, and it was released five days after "Pacific Rim".

A few years ago, he asked Yue Jun to go there and negotiate to purchase the copyright of the novel, but the result was not very good.

At that time, he was planning to buy it back and direct it himself, filming for Liu Yifei.

That was also the first time that Lin Nan had the idea to direct and act by himself, playing the leading role and leading role with Liu Yifei.

But the original author's request made him unable to accept it. The former wants to be the director and cast and film by himself, otherwise he will not sell the copyright.

How could Lin Nan agree to such a request? Do you think he was taken advantage of? Spend money to support others? ! Most people who can make such a request have something wrong with their brains.

The final result was that Yue Jun negotiated for more than half a month and even increased the price several times, but still could not reach an agreement.

Simply, Lin Nan gave up the idea and gave up on the novel. There are so many good scripts, and there is no one missing.

"The release in the mainland has been delayed, and it is on the same schedule as "Pacific Rim". Don't even think about the film schedule and high box office..."

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Facts have proved that listed companies in the film and television industry still cannot rely too much on actors and stars.

Two days ago, Huo Wenxi came to the capital and met with Lin Nan to talk about the crew of "Genius Gunslinger".

Lin Nan didn't take it seriously at first, but he didn't expect a big news to come out today.

Ying Huang has done something big!

Yang Shoucheng paid a lot of money to poach Ge You from Hua Yi.

And this morning, a signing ceremony was held on Hong Kong Island for a five-year contract.

Yinghuang promised to create three large-scale movies for Ge You during the contract period, with a total investment of no less than 500 million.

"Actually, three days ago, there were rumors that Ge You was leaving Huayi. At that time, Huayi's stock price dropped..."

The way Yue Jun was hesitating gave Lin Nan a bad feeling. He hadn't paid attention to these things in the past two days.

"Whatever you want to say, just say it."

"Director Lin, Huayi's stock price has been falling in the past three days, and it has dropped 12 points..."

Everyone in the company knows that Lin Nan holds a lot of Huayi shares.

Hearing Yue Jun's words, Lin Nan wanted to vomit blood.

He was still thinking yesterday about whether to cash out Huayi's shares and use them to recycle Tudou's shares. After all, this was quite convenient.

Now it's good, the plan has to change, otherwise it will be a big loss.

"How did the two brothers react?"

"Issuing announcements every day to 'prove' that Ge You's departure will not have much impact on the company, and emphasize that Feng Xiaogang will always stay in Huayi.

Director Feng also posted several Weibo messages to stabilize the morale of the troops, haha..."

"Isn't this inconsistent? There is no silver here?" Lin Nan cursed.

Huayi's most profitable movies are almost all co-productions between Feng Xiaogang and Ge You, and they have been for many years.

The previous listing prospectus stated that the company is highly dependent on Feng Xiaogang’s team. And Ge You is the core of Feng Xiaogang's team.

"What a bad luck. Forget it, move the money from other places..."

"What did Director Lin say?" Yue Jun asked curiously. He didn't hear clearly what Lin Nan was mumbling.

"It's nothing. I said Huayi's stock price will rise back within a few months, half a year, or a year."

Lin Nan replied casually.

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The first batch of staff of "Genius Gunslinger" has already set off to Hong Kong Island to arrange the venue.

Lin Nan and other main actors will join the cast to start shooting in the second half of the year.

It’s been more than a week since we entered the Lunar New Year season, and the movie market is slightly weak.

After "Hongmen Banquet" has a box office of over 100 million, it has the advantage of having no blockbuster competition in the same period and even worse opponents. The daily box office can still remain at 6 or 7 million, but the ending is already doomed.

As long as "Thirteen Hairpins" and "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" are released, "Hongmen Banquet" will most likely be killed on the spot and completely.

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As a member of the film industry, Lin Nan and a large number of filmmakers were attracted by the news from the official media.

The bilateral agreement signed with Dayang in 2001 had just expired, and the country couldn't wait to file a complaint to the WTO.

They accuse domestic film policies of being xenophobic and not open enough, and demand an increase in the number of imported imported films and the proportion of such films.

This matter is different from Zhang Weiping's petty quarrel.

After entering the World Trade Center, you must abide by the rules of the game. Only by giving up can you gain.

In recent years, China has indeed deliberately squeezed imported films and protected the development of domestic films.

It is said that at least 20 Hollywood branch movies are imported every year. In fact, there is really not more than one...

This also led to a large number of domestic film companies and filmmakers being like flowers in a greenhouse, not thinking about making progress or breakthroughs, just fooling around and making money all day long.

And once they are hurt by imported blockbusters, they will only yell at the Film Bureau and demand the so-called "domestic film protection month". The "protection" from above has not played a positive role, but their own children have been spoiled!

At the premiere of "The Martian", Lin Nan proposed to establish his own special effects company. A bunch of people treated him as a fool, but now they are all dumbfounded.

Because the lawsuit on the WTO side is obviously not in an advantageous position on the domestic side...

I just don't know what the specific result will be at that time.

But domestic filmmakers can guess that it will definitely not be a good result.

At this time, many people found that Lin Nan's original move was really foresighted.

"Tiangong Color, currently operating normally, does not need investment, does not accept shares, and does not consider listing..."

In one day, many cunning people came to contact Lin Nan, with only one purpose.

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“The promotion of Pacific Rim has been fully launched in China. Are you sure you can’t come to the premiere?”

Han Sanping’s most important movie during this period is Pacific Rim. After all, the box office is a political achievement!

If this movie can make a lot of money in the global film market, then this political achievement will be huge!

“Director Han, I can’t come. We will leave for Hong Kong Island in a few days. By the way, when will the new rules for imported films be released?”

Lin Nan asked curiously.

“I don’t know, but it should be soon. I heard from Director Tong that it must be finalized during the Spring Festival at the latest.

After all, the previous contract has expired, and the new rules will definitely be used next year.

Lin Nan, the wolf is really coming...”

Han Sanping’s words are quite weird, and people are quite nervous, but Lin Nan understands the meaning of his words. At the negotiation table, the domestic side is not in an advantageous position and is still struggling, hoping to make as few concessions as possible.

“I just need to take care of myself. I wish they would be taken away by the wolf, hahahaha...”

Lin Nan said jokingly.

"This kind of mentality is not good. We must have a standpoint and be united in facing the outside world..."

"Yes, yes. What Mr. Han said makes sense. Regarding the premiere, I'll trouble China Film and Wanda."

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It used to be said that good actors can become directors, just like Xu Zheng and Zhao Yanzi, after all, their main job is also an actor, so they have a foundation.

But now it's incredible, even novelists are shouting to enter the film industry and become directors!

"I will spend a year adapting my novel into a movie script and learning directing skills, and strive to start filming at this time next year..."

The fans are cheering, but people in the film and television industry are laughing at the joke, and many people are even aggressive in their jokes.

"It's not your fault that you are short, but it's a bit too much to not know the height of the world..."

For a while, there was another war of words on the Internet.

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Liu Yifei listened to Lin Nan's advice and has been writing a character biography seriously these two days.

When she saw Lin Nan, she just glanced at him and ignored him.

She looked serious and a bit heartless!

"How is it?"

"Well, the effect is good, which makes me have a deeper understanding of the role."

Liu Yifei nodded and handed the booklet in her hand to Lin Nan. It was densely written and had a lot of writing.

"Not bad, this is a 'meticulous' character. Because of family reasons, he is particularly sensitive to the concept of money, which is exactly the opposite of Luo Jin's character..."

"Changchang just came."

Liu Yifei suddenly said something, and Lin Nan didn't understand what she meant.

"She brought that little girl with her."

Now Lin Nan understood. He looked at Liu Yifei and asked worriedly: "You didn't agree to anything randomly, did you?"

"How could it be? Changchang didn't say anything, just sat for a while."

"Well, that's good. I'll take care of her at most after knowing her for so many years."

In Lin Nan's eyes, every friend around him has obvious weaknesses.

Shu Chang lacked love since childhood, was soft-hearted, and was easily led astray. He listened to whatever his "relatives" said.

Zhu Yawen is a bit narcissistic and quite arrogant...

Luo Jin has a strong self-esteem and sometimes cares about face.

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As for Liu Yifei, Lin Nan glanced at her and shook his head unconsciously.

Fairy, just appearance!

Inside, very reckless, very simple, very silly, very sweet, and occasionally very smart!

"What's that look in your eyes? Why are you shaking your head?"

Liu Yifei's eyes were filled with "cold light" and her tone was fierce.

"Ah? Nothing, I just think you are too beautiful."

Lin Nan said skillfully, muttering in his heart: "This is occasionally."

"Hmph, keep fooling around, see if I believe you, I was only 16 years old at the time..."

Liu Yifei turned her head and continued to write her character biography, scolding Lin Nan.

Lin Nan sat on the sofa, just looking at Liu Yifei, with a smile on his lips, and his heart was very peaceful. At this moment, there is a sense of joy in life, the years are quiet and good...

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