Chapter 632: Casting, Golden Globe and Oscar, Yang Mi's Proposal

In the industry, there are dirty things happening or being exposed every day.

Yu Pangzi, who made a high-profile appearance at the press conference for the wrap-up of "See You Tomorrow" yesterday, was sued by his ex-wife this morning.

The latter used a long and eloquent article to expose Yu Pangzi from beginning to end, from inside to outside.

In the long Weibo post:

From the man's gigolo career to his extramarital affair, to the woman's harassment and provocation by the third party in the industry during her pregnancy, until she was forced to give up the founder's equity and divorce.

Even after the divorce, the woman still did not get any promised compensation and child support for two children, which was all written in detail.

There was an uproar on the Internet, and a large number of netizens were indignant, condemning and scolding countless people.

The chairman of a listed company in the film and television industry turned out to be this kind of stuff, which is really disgusting!

On the contrary, the entertainment industry is very quiet, and everyone is silent.

Because everyone knows that what Yu Pangzi's ex-wife said is basically true.

She even showed some mercy, which was an understatement, probably out of consideration for the feelings of her children.

"Although they refused to respond, the heat of this matter has been continuously reduced on major news media and social platforms. The means are powerful!"

"Capital can manipulate public opinion, and this is just suppressing public opinion.

No one will take the initiative to offend Fatty Yu for irrelevant things and give him a slap in the face. On the contrary, standing on Fatty Yu's side can gain benefits."

Lin Nan was moved and looked contemptuous. It's other people's family affairs, just watch the excitement.

"Huang Xiaoming, Xia Yu, Liu Xiaoqing, are their contracts ready?"

Yue Jun nodded and laughed: "All are ready. This time Director Jiang Wen owes us a favor, hahaha."

"In a movie, he squeezed two people in, and they are both main actors. Next time, he will have to pay them back."

Lin Nan couldn't help but joked that Jiang Wen's personality is like this.

The more he treats you as a friend, the more "excessive" requests he can make. Anyway, he will not be distant with you at all.

This kind of friendship between friends is full of manliness.

If something happens, he can help you; if something happens, he will really look for you. The main point is to be straightforward and not beat around the bush!

There was a knock on the door, and the assistant stood at the door: "Director Lin, Director Yue, Teacher Huang Bo and Teacher Zeng Li are here."

"No need to go to the third floor, ask them to come here."

"Okay."

Lin Nan looked at the watch on his left hand, and it was neither too early nor too late, half an hour earlier than the agreed time.

"I'll go to Tiangong Color first." Yue Jun said hello and left.

When Zeng Li and Huang Bo met downstairs, they started chatting, and both realized that they would partner with each other in "The Lost Tomb".

Huang Bo not only has high emotional intelligence, but also is eloquent. In just a few minutes, he has praised Zeng Li with a smile.

Lin Nan looked at the two people who were brought in talking and laughing, and was still a little confused. Because in his memory, these two people should not be familiar with each other!

But after a moment, he realized that Huang Bo in front of him was a seasoned man, the kind that could make Lin Zhiling fall in love with him after just one play.

"Director Lin."

"Director Lin."

Zeng Li, wearing a green casual outfit, looked taller. She was about the same height as Liu Yifei.

Huang Bo next to her was much inferior in appearance.

"Sit down. Long time no see, Senior Sister Zeng Li."

"Yes, long time no see, Director Lin." Zeng Li said with a smile.

How to evaluate Zeng Li?

Her appearance gave people the feeling of heroic and tough beauty. After all, she was a big Qingyi skeleton.

But her personality was completely opposite to her appearance. She was too soft and not bold enough.

"Hey, Director Lin, there's me. Such a big, living person in front of you." Huang Bo joked.

"We just had dinner at Ning Hao's place not long ago." Lin Nan said unhappily.

Ignoring the smiling Huang Bo, Lin Nan got to the point.

"It's not certain when the filming of Mojin: The Lost Legend will start. It may be in July or August. Can you wait?"

"I'm fine, Director Lin." Zeng Li nodded and said first.

Lin Nan looked at her and emphasized:

"Sister Zeng Li, Yang Xueli in Mojin: The Lost Legend has a generous and open personality, which is a little different from you. You have to pay attention to it when the time comes."

"Director Lin, don't worry. After all, I am a professional actor. I have no problem with 'acting'.

The other classmates are very strong and famous, but that doesn't mean I am bad."

Zeng Li's tone suddenly became a little "harder", with that flavor!

"I'm sure it's OK. If any actor in the circle refuses to play a movie produced by Lin Nan Films, it's just a brainless person. Haha..."

After Huang Bo finished speaking, he asked curiously: "Director Lin, can you reveal who the other actors are? I promise to keep it confidential."

"You don't need to keep it confidential. It will be announced in the next two days.

Huang Xiaoming, you and Senior Sister Zeng Li, Xia Yu, Reba, and Teacher Liu Xiaoqing. There are only six of you as the main actors."

After hearing the detailed list, Zeng Li and Huang Bo paused.

"Tsk tsk, this lineup is strong, it must be more than 1 billion box office?" Huang Bo was not modest at all.

"Then I can talk to Quan Er later." Zeng Li smiled.

While the two were in the company, Lin Nan asked his assistant to bring the contract over.

Originally, he asked them to take it home to take a look, but the two signed it on the spot.

That's right, Huang Bo runs his own company and is the boss. Although Zeng Li has a regular position, she also has her own studio and can make decisions.

Half an hour later, the two left Lin Nan Pictures with the contract and script.

The paparazzi downstairs were excited:

"The agent and assistant didn't follow, and he came down with a briefcase? This scene is a bit familiar."

"I guarantee it with my head, it must be a contract or a script."

"There is nothing else except "The Lost Tomb", right? The casting of "Charlotte's Troubles" is not the responsibility of Lin Nan Pictures!"

...

At noon, reports and photos on Weibo and the media had already spread and firmly occupied the headlines.

"Following director Wu Ershan, Huang Bo and Zeng Li appeared at Lin Nan Pictures and left with a briefcase more than an hour later."

"It is possible that "Ghost Blows Out the Light: The Lost Tomb" will not conduct an open casting, or even that the cast has been finalized!"

"In the information filed with the Film Bureau, there is no other information about "The Lost Tomb" except the producer's information."

Many brokerage companies and actors in the film and television industry were anxious all of a sudden.

Everyone has been waiting for the casting news from Lin Nan Pictures. The casting of each movie was made public before.

Netizens were impatient and went to Lin Nan Pictures' Weibo to ask.

Even Lin Nan and Liu Yifei's personal Weibo were flooded with messages. Many people also went to Huang Bo, Zeng Li and others' Weibo to inquire.

"The budget for "Mojin: The Lost Tomb" has not been made yet, but it should be in the next two days."

Lin Nan had just parked his car at home when calls from China Film, Wanda and Guangguang came in one after another. It was obvious that they had seen the entertainment news on the Internet.

"The main actors have indeed been selected, and the others are simple. Forget it, I will have someone announce it in a while.

The flying guests for the first season have also been decided in advance, or the time has been calculated, and some crew members have been accepted to come to participate in the program and promote it..."

Although "Running Man" has not yet started recording, the broadcast time of the first episode has been planned, which is in October.

Lin Nan habitually ran to find Liu Yifei, and only realized after entering the villa that Miss Liu had a notice today and would not be at home at noon. The future mother-in-law is not in the capital either, she has gone back to her hometown.

"It seems that I have to spend lunch with you today." Lin Nan picked up a cat and went back to his place.

...

In the afternoon, the news updated on the official website and Weibo of Lin Nan Pictures completely made many people in the film and television industry give up the idea.

"The suspense adventure movie "Ghost Blows Out the Light: Seeking the Dragon" adapted from the famous online novel "Ghost Blows Out the Light" has completed the team formation."

"The movie "Ghost Blows Out the Light: Seeking the Dragon" is jointly produced by Lin Nan Pictures, China Film, Light Media, and Wanda, and Lin Nan Pictures is responsible for the production.

It will be directed by Wu Ershan, starring Huang Xiaoming, Huang Bo, Zeng Li, Xia Yu, Reba, Liu Xiaoqing and others, and the specific start time is to be determined."

Immediately afterwards, China Film, Light Media and Wanda reposted the Weibo at almost the same time and issued the same announcement.

A highly anticipated and anticipated movie has really been approved and is waiting to start shooting!

On the Internet, countless netizens, book fans and fans are as happy as the Chinese New Year.

Because whether it is Lin Nan Pictures and other four producers, or this group of leading actors and creators, they are almost all top-notch.

Although many people have their own opinions on the casting, thinking that this one is good and that one is not suitable, most people are expecting and supporting it.

After all, this is "Ghost Blows Out the Light", and it is better to let Lin Nan Pictures, which has a good reputation, shoot it than to let other companies mess around.

And everyone knows that it is impossible to completely reproduce the content of the novel.

Only Lin Nan Pictures and China Film have the ability and strength to retain as much of the original plot as possible!

"The second female lead, it's really a good resource all the way."

Jiaxing, Yang Mi looked at Reba in the list of actors announced, and said with some emotion.

The fans of "Ghost Blows Out the Light" are not comparable to "Tiny Times", the former can be regarded as a hit on the entire network.

Gao Weiguang, Zhang Yunlong, Li Xierui, Liu Ruilin and other newcomers who signed the contract not long ago in the company, looked at Yang Mi, the big sister and one of the bosses, one by one, and they didn't dare to speak.

Everyone knows that the two bosses of their company had worked in Shanhai Media for three years before, which is also under Lin Nan Film.

"Let's continue. The company will invest in and produce some TV series, and you will be given priority. When I take on external dramas, I will try my best to bring you along, including some public events and red carpets..."

Yang Mi came back to her senses and continued to tell the newcomers about the company's future plans, imparting some of the experiences she has learned in the industry over the years and things to pay attention to.

Ten minutes later, Zeng Jia came over.

"Mi Mi, there will be a promotional event for "Breakup Master" tomorrow morning, don't forget it.

Also, the casting of Happy Twist that you asked me to find out for you, I found out that it's the second female lead, not very good.

Although this is the main investment of Lin Nan Film, I think the second female lead is really not worthy of your status. Moreover, Happy Twist is a small company with no experience in film production. Their leading actors combined are not as famous as you, so don't even think about that..."

Listening to Zeng Jia's nagging and unquestionable statement, Yang Mi hesitated, and then nodded in agreement.

She simply thought that the movies invested by Lin Nan must be good, so she asked Zeng Jia to find out.

"Since this is the case, forget it."

"Well, that's how it should be."

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In the film market, the new wave pushes the old wave.

"Director Lin Nan's work, The Invisible Guest, has been released for 20 days, with a total box office of 451 million yuan, and the daily box office is less than 100,000 yuan, and it may be taken off the screen."

"Starring Gong Li, Chen Daoming, and Zhang Huiwen, the movie Coming Home has been successfully released, with a box office of 295 million yuan, setting a new box office record for director Zhang Yimou's art films!"

"X-Men: Days of Future Past has been released for two weeks, and the total box office has won 700 million yuan, far ahead of the rest."

...

Looking at the reports in the media, Lin Nan still felt a little regretful.

"The Invisible Guest" did not complete the one-month release period after all, and it lost its box office potential in 20 days.

Lin Nan recalled his award-winning films and art films, and it seemed that the best performance was still "The Fault in Our Stars" directed by him and Liu Yifei.

Not only did it complete the one-month release period, but it also got a domestic art film box office record of 488 million yuan, which has not been broken so far.

"Lin Nan, Tom's phone call." Liu Yifei's voice came from the villa.

Lin Nan got up from the swing chair in the garden, picked up the tablet and walked back.

Miss Liu got up early today, it was less than ten o'clock in the morning.

She was wearing pajamas, with a purple headband restraining her black hair. She was lazily leaning on the sofa and applying a facial mask, looking very leisurely.

"Hey, hurry up, it's been ringing for a while, and my hands are occupied."

"Yes, you are occupied, eating snacks while applying a facial mask, and watching cartoons, you are so beautiful."

Lin Nan joked, and in return Liu Yifei stuck out her pink tongue and laughed heartlessly.

He picked up the phone: "At this time, shouldn't you be preparing to attend a cocktail party or party, Tom?"

It should be around seven o'clock in the evening in Hollywood, so Lin Nan was so confident.

"Lin, you still know me. I will go to the Legendary Pictures dinner later. But before that, I have to report to you about the progress of my work."

"Go ahead, I want to hear it too."

Before Lin Nan could speak, Liu Yifei interrupted.

Tom instantly turned into the "Tom cat" who saw his master, and his voice was even hoarse, disgusting.

"Dear Crystal, your voice is better, definitely more beautiful..."

"Haha... Tom, you are really good at talking."

Liu Yifei smiled coquettishly, and was definitely a fool.

"Let's talk business, you flatterer."

Lin Nan urged unhappily, this guy doesn't know who the boss is? He actually left him aside!

"Lin, Crystal is asking questions, I can't help but answer. The ancient Eastern culture said it well, it's better to please the boss than to please the boss's wife..."

"I suggest you change your Chinese teacher, the more you learn, the more you get crooked, you have already learned the essence."

As he spoke, Lin Nan couldn't help laughing.

"You learned crooked, how can you learn the essence again? Should I change private teachers?"

Sure enough, Tom's Chinese level was still not enough, and he couldn't understand what Lin Nan meant by that.

"No need to change teachers, you are learning well." Liu Yifei smiled and interrupted.

"Okay, let's get down to business."

"Lin, Crystal. The company plans to hold a week-long preview ceremony for Manchester by the Sea in five days. One in the morning and one in the afternoon..."

Lin Nan knew it was this matter. His second journey to the Oscars was about to begin.

Liu Yifei also listened quietly. This was related to Lin Nan's career.

"... And there's the matter of public relations."

Tom's voice was a little low when he said the last sentence.

"Public relations? Is it about the cost? What is the specific problem this time?"

"Lin, it's the same thing as last time. Oscar and Golden Globe, do you want to apply for both?"

"Tell me the difference."

Lin Nan guessed that there might be a difference in the cost of public relations for two awards and public relations for one award.

"Because you already have an Oscar-winning work, their offer this year is a little lower."

"Tell me."

Lin Nan urged, and Liu Yifei pricked up her ears and even turned off the cartoons.

"If we only do the Oscars like last year, their total offer is 15 million US dollars, and there is no need to add more later. If we want both the Golden Globe and the Oscar, it will be 20 million US dollars."

"So expensive?!" Liu Yifei exclaimed.

"Crystal, it's not expensive. Because Lin already has "The Invisible Guest", there is almost no problem with the nomination.

Last year, for "The Invisible Guest", we spent 15 million US dollars in the early stage, and then added 4 million US dollars. Fortunately, the movie made all the money back." Tom explained.

Liu Yifei looked at Lin Nan and didn't say anything. Lin Nan didn't tell her how much money he spent last year.

Although Lin Nan had been mentally prepared before, he still felt a little palpitation when he heard these two numbers, just like Miss Liu sang "Palpitation".

"The salary that Leon and others saved for me will be used here." Lin Nan muttered with a smile.

He glanced at Liu Yifei beside him. In her watery eyes, there was love and courage.

"Both the Golden Globe and the Oscars, let's do the PR." Lin Nan said firmly.

"I have money too..." Liu Yifei tugged at the sleeve of the person next to her.

"Lin, are you sure?"

Lin Nan shook his head gently at Liu Yifei, with a doting smile on his face.

"I'm sure. I'll apply for both the Golden Globe and the Oscars at the same time. I'll sign up for both and apply for all the major awards."

"Okay, I'll go and connect with them tomorrow."

After hanging up Tom's phone, Lin Nan also leaned back on the sofa. He had to slow down.

"You're really decisive. 20 million US dollars, more than 100 million."

Liu Yifei picked up the small cake with her slender white fingers and brought it to Lin Nan's mouth, with some worry in her tone.

"Ah."

Lin Nan swallowed it in one gulp, and only said after more than ten seconds:

"It's okay. I'll sell more Huayi stocks next time and make up for it."

"Hahaha, where can I find such an algorithm as yours?" Liu Yifei was amused and gently hit Lin Nan.

...

The official, media, and film industry began to build momentum for the Magic City International Film Festival a week later.

In addition to a large number of Chinese and foreign stars and award ceremonies, the biggest gimmick of this Magic City Film Festival is the "Internet-Film and Television Industry Summit".

As the chairman of the jury of the main competition unit, Gong Li mentioned Lin Nan's name when he was interviewed by the media.

He said that he hoped to have the opportunity to work with the only Oscar-winning director in the mainland in the future. In this way, Director Lin was sent to the headlines.

The next morning, Lin Nan attended the media conference of "The Breakup Master", but he did not accept interviews throughout the whole process.

The reason is that he was only an investor in this film and did not participate in the production. In addition, the quality of the film is also hard to describe.

However, Lin Nan noticed Zeng Jia, who led a group of contracted artists to socialize and entertain, all of whom were young people with unfamiliar faces and little fame.

"Is Jiaxing recruiting troops and starting to become bigger and stronger? Haha..."

When Zeng Jia led a group of people to walk towards Lin Nan, he turned his head and went somewhere else. Only the former was left standing awkwardly for a moment and turned a corner.

"Director Lin, toast to you."

"Director Lin, please."

Deng Chao led Sun Li and walked over.

"Well. Running Man can start recording at the end of this month at the earliest. You are the captain, so you have to give some effort." Lin Nan also raised his glass.

Deng Chao and his wife are both smart people. Sun Li immediately complimented:

"Director Lin needs to help more. He is very envious of Xiao Ming for being able to star in Mojin: The Lost Tomb."

"Haha, I am indeed envious. This is a commercial blockbuster."

"Everyone has their own fate." Lin Nan said ambiguously.

After a while, everyone dispersed.

Facing Yang Mi's greetings, Lin Nan smiled and chatted for a few words.

After all, everyone has some incense and incense, and there is no contradiction of petty gains and losses. Lin Nan even admires her a little.

Compared with when she was in Shanhai Media, Yang Mi has worked harder in the past year or so. I heard that she has been working almost non-stop and focusing on her career!

Seeing a group of artists from Jiaxing calling Yang Mi "Sister Mi" from a distance, Lin Nan couldn't help laughing. It was a bit interesting.

…

"Mi Mi, only you and Director Lin can chat for a few words. I just wanted to go up... Oh, forget it." Zeng Jia sighed.

"There is no hatred or grudge, why can't we chat for a few words?"

Yang Mi looked at him from a distance, and remembered that when she saw Lin Nan in school before, she often recommended herself.

Suddenly, an idea flashed through her mind, and she looked at Zeng Jia.

"Jia Jia, how have you been recently?"

Zeng Jia understood what Yang Mi was asking.

"Those big companies and capital all said that our current profit scale is still a little short of the company scale.

Even if they agree to invest, their appetite is also very big. We are too passive and too disadvantaged... Hmm? Why did you suddenly ask this?"

Following Yang Mi's line of sight, Zeng Jia looked over. In that direction, Lin Nan and Wang Changtian were talking and laughing, joking with each other.

"This is the circle of real industry bosses."

"What do you think? How about we go to Lin Nan Films to get investment or financing? Didn't Director Lin just invest in a small company not long ago?"

Hearing Yang Mi's words, Zeng Jia subconsciously shook her head, and her face darkened.

"It's still early now, don't rush, don't rush, and Director Lin may not think highly of us..."

Looking at Zeng Jia's expression, Yang Mi was a little puzzled:

"Didn't you say that you should contact those big companies and capital parties in advance to prepare for future investment and financing? These days, you are also doing this."

"Let's talk about it later."

Zeng Jia narrowed her eyes, looked into the distance, and said perfunctorily.

The investor she wanted was a simple investor, not a giant in the film and television industry like Lin Nan Films, which might...

"Okay, I'll listen to you and talk about it later. But I still think my idea is good." Yang Mi said casually without thinking about it.

...

Lin Nan was chatting with Wang Changtian about "Running Man".

"Zhang Jin's reputation as a Wuying-level action actor should be enough, and there is no need to match his body shape. If everything is required to be the same, just put on "Running Man".

Follow the script, there will be absolutely no problem. What is a reality show? It is half 'real' and half 'show', and then the 'people' act in the middle."

What Wang Changtian said makes so much sense that Lin Nan couldn't help but give him a thumbs up.

"Variety shows are indeed the core business of Guangguang, and Mr. Wang's summary is incisive! I admire you!"

"Haha, you're polite, we are all one family."

Wang Changtian accepted Lin Nan's flattery without any modesty.

"Then pick a time, gather everyone together, and let's meet. By the way, let's set the recording time for the first episode of the first season. "Running Man", it can start!"

"Yes, it can."

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