Chapter 412 The Contract Has Been in Place for Two Years

A group of Hong Kong filmmakers talked about the future of Chinese-language films and commented on mainland films and the market.

This is the most eye-catching topic at the Hong Kong International Film Festival, which is being held recently.

After all, these people are bringing in private goods, and their motives are not pure!

For example, Chen Kexin said it very nakedly:

“In the face of the new Sino-US film agreement, only by investing in more mainland and Hong Kong co-productions can we compete with Hollywood’s imported blockbusters. The mainland film industry needs to increase investment...

However, the mainland has always been short of qualified and professional film producers when making movies, and Hong Kong Island has never lacked these high-end talents. The two sides complement each other..."

Wenjun is even more ruthless: "Hong Kong Island is a creative base. We don't need to distinguish between Hong Kong films and co-productions, they are all Chinese films.

Hong Kong Island filmmakers are responsible for the creativity, team and operational management, while the mainland serves as the production base and main target market.

This kind of cooperation model is the new trend in co-productions, allowing Chinese-language films to go global and compete head-on with Hollywood. "

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The mainland film industry was stunned for a moment. Good guy, are you so direct now? Understand that mainland film companies are being taken advantage of!

What does it mean for Hong Kong filmmakers to create ideas, take charge of the team and operational management, while the mainland serves as the production base and market?

Doesn’t this mean that mainland companies are only responsible for providing money and market access, while Hong Kong filmmakers take care of other matters, leaving investors alone?

When Lin Nan saw the news, he couldn't help it and said:

"You should save your face! Do you think that the mainland film industry is full of stupid people and rich people who take advantage of them?"

If other ordinary directors and filmmakers said this, the impact would probably not be too big, but who said it was Lin Nan?

The media went crazy and were extremely excited.

The two sides have already fought once before in the "Zhao Zhen Controversy". Director Lin is going to fight this time?

However, in the eyes of many mainland filmmakers, Lin Nan is right. These guys in Hong Kong are indeed too arrogant.

What kind of wisdom are you talking about? They just asked mainland film companies to give them money, but they didn't produce any good films!

"In recent years, there have been many co-productions between the Mainland and Hong Kong Island. In many cases, the whereabouts of funds from Mainland investors are unknown, the films are perfunctory, and their reputations are extremely poor. This is worth pondering!"

"Today, the professionalism of the mainland film industry is no worse than that of Hong Kong Island, and it is not necessary to invest in them. We also have a large number of professional filmmakers who lack opportunities..."

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Many media outlets have spoken out, and the mainland side is very objective. They also cited many examples of movies, and Chen Kexin is a "key care target."

As for the Hong Kong media, Lin Nan became the sinner who destroyed "unity" and affected the development of Hong Kong movies, and was accused and criticized in various ways.

A large number of mainland filmmakers, directors, and actors gathered under Lin Nan's Weibo, giving likes and comments, all expressing support...

"Before you post on Weibo, can't you think about the consequences? You think you are an ordinary person, and you have already filed a lawsuit with the Film Bureau..."

With the external volume on his cell phone, Han Sanping kept talking.

Liu Yifei put one foot on Lin Nan's leg and lay on the sofa. She was laughing so hard that her shoulders were shaking.

"Director Han, I'm not wrong. Those guys really treat mainland investors as fools."

Lin Nan even wondered if Han Sanping had already taken on the role of being taken advantage of, so he was so angry?

Thinking about it, it's really possible. After all, Han Sanping was cheated by Hong Kong Island more than once or twice, especially by Chen Kexin.

"It doesn't work to tell you the truth. Delete it immediately. This is what the bureau wants. How about asking the Tong Bureau to call you personally?"

"Is this necessary?" Lin Nan was not very willing.

"If you were a small director, no one would care about you, but you are not."

Hearing this, Lin Nan was a little helpless. With his high status, sometimes it was really a shackles.

"Okay, I'll delete it for the sake of 'unity'. But Director Han, taking this opportunity, I have to say one more thing.

I'm really not optimistic about the movie "Peace Wheel" invested by China Film Group Corporation. You have to be mentally prepared. "

"What nonsense are you talking about..."

Han Sanping only uttered four words before hearing the busy signal.

"Director Han is definitely scolding you right now. He actually cursed him for losing money on his film investment, hahaha..."

Liu Yifei pressed her whole legs on Lin Nan's thigh and teased with a smile.

"Just scold me. He has been preaching for so long. Come on, let me delete one and post another."

After a while, Lin Nan's Weibo came out.

"Delete the above item. Also, I didn't do this voluntarily, I was sued!"

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"Haha, Director Lin has been educated?!"

"Let's take a blind guess. It's either the big brother of China Film Group Corporation, or the bureau..."

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Han Sanping looked at Lin Nan's new Weibo and couldn't help but laugh:

“Just delete the first one.

However, this guy really doesn't like "Taiping Wheel"? It doesn’t make sense! "

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Lin Nan Pictures' 50 million and Yinghuang's 30 million were all put into a separate account opened for "One Man's Martial Arts".

Lu Yang and Yue Jun rushed back from Hong Kong Island. The former will take one month to complete the production of sub-shots and shooting plans.

"Many people are asking me whether the upcoming movie "Trains on the Road" has anything to do with us."

After Yue Jun said this, he couldn't help laughing.

"Well, at first glance, it does sound a bit like cheating. Who played the role?"

"Guo Degang, Yu Qian."

Hearing this, Lin Nan was even more speechless:

"This guy is really determined to cross the industry? If the media asks, just say it has nothing to do with us. If the media doesn't ask, we shouldn't take the initiative to respond."

"I understand, avoid actively promoting others."

Speaking of Guo Degang, Lin Nan remembered the incident a month ago.

The people of Deyun Club beat up the reporters who were filming with Fengxing Studio at the airport, and three more were detained, fined and detained for half a month.

For a time, people in the circle were all impressed by the force of Deyun Club, and they didn't even need bodyguards, they could do it themselves!

But if you fight with Fengxing, Zhuo Wei will have to keep an eye on you for a few years?

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Every time a Jin Yong drama is remade, it always attracts the attention of the film and television industry and the audience.

Even Lin Nan noticed that Yu Zheng Studio will start filming "Swordsman" in a week.

However, what Lin Nan was most concerned about was this Weibo post:

"Swordsman" is only the first one, and other Jin Yong dramas will be remade later..."

After two months of filming, Love in Seattle was completed.

Xue Xiaolu, Yang Mi, Yu Hewei and others returned to the capital and were surrounded by the media at the airport.

When asked when it would be released, Xue Xiaolu said that she needed to discuss with Lin Nan after finishing the post-production as soon as possible, and Lin Nan had more experience in scheduling the release.

Yang Mi seemed like a general who had won a battle and seemed very confident.

"Our movie will definitely be a big hit at the box office. Well, more than Love Is Not Blind, it will definitely exceed 500 million..."

"The love movie Love in Seattle, produced by Lin Nan Pictures, directed by Xue Xiaolu, and starring Yang Mi and Yu Hewei, has been completed. Today, the crew members returned to the capital..."

"Yang Mi boasted that Love in Seattle will exceed 500 million at the box office..."

Lin Nan met the crew members, including Yu Hewei, at the company.

"Everyone has worked hard, Teacher Xue, are we going to take it back to school for editing this time?"

"Yes, it's convenient there. I can take time to watch it after class, and I can also find some students to help, just give them a chance to practice teaching."

Without waiting for Lin Nan to speak, Xue Xiaolu added: "But don't worry, nothing will go wrong."

"Okay, Teacher Xue will make the decision. Finish the post-production as soon as possible so that I can plan the schedule."

The crew's wrap-up party has been held abroad.

But Lin Nan still paid for everyone to have a big meal, which was considered a welcome party.

Afterwards, everyone dispersed.

Yang Mi followed Zeng Jia to leave the company. She will take a break for half a month. There will be many announcements, endorsements and activities afterwards.

"Director Lin, there is something I need to remind you of."

Lin Nan turned around and looked at Yue Jun with a serious face, "What is it?"

"Yang Mi's contract will be two years old this month"

"Two years?" Lin Nan was a little dazed and muttered.

"Her business ability is outstanding. I checked. She has made a lot of money for the company in the past two years. The profit is very high..." Yue Jun continued.

In the past two years, Yang Mi has been developing steadily and has firmly stood in the ranks of first-line actresses.

As an agent, Zeng Jia will get part of the salary from the company, but more of it will come from Yang Mi's share. It is estimated that she has also made a lot of money.

"What do you want to say?"

"According to industry regulations, you need to talk to her about this at least three months before the contract expires.

In Yang Mi's case, I think it can be advanced to half a year, or even earlier. After all, time is something that passes quickly."

"You are responsible for Shanhai Media's affairs." Lin Nan said casually, without any emotion.

"Then I will talk to her about this matter in half a year.

Director Lin, if there is any problem, do you want it?"

Yue Jun asked with a little indifference in his eyes.

"When did you become like this?" Lin Nan smiled and shook his head.

"Shanhai Media, this name is very positive. We don't do those dirty and immoral things."

After hearing what Lin Nan meant, Yue Jun's expression was no longer so cold.

"Alas, I was affected by the bad things of other companies. My thoughts went astray and I need to reflect on it.

However, we are not short of a first-line actress. The artist agency business is originally a by-product."

Yue Jun laughed and laughed at himself, and then said:

"When the time comes, I will talk to her about this matter. If Yang Mi renews the contract, the distribution ratio can be adjusted in the next contract..."

Lin Nan nodded and said nothing. He was also thinking about Yang Mi.

As Yue Jun said, the main business of Lin Nan Film is production, and Shanhai Media is just a by-product.

But judging from Yue Jun's meaning, he wants to keep Yang Mi and renew the contract. After all, the latter's business ability is really strong!

I just don't know if he can keep her.

Lin Nan will wait and see.

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