Chapter 633 Share Distribution; Snowflakes Flying, North Wind Howling

Chapter 633 Share distribution; snowflakes are falling, the north wind is blowing...

The first imported blockbuster in June, "Edge of Tomorrow" was officially released.

Then, there will be the Hollywood science fiction monster movie "Godzilla" a week later.

This month will undoubtedly be the most brutal month for the mainland film market in the first half of the year, comparable to a large meat grinder.

Because from the beginning of the month to the end of the month, there will be several major Hollywood productions such as "Maleficent" and "Transformers 4" coming on stage one after another, sharpening their knives and coming fiercely.

The domestic film industry has lost much confidence in "Ip Man 3" and "The Breakup Master".

Many people even believe that these two films may be Lin Nan Pictures' first failure in commercial film investment.

"Director Lin, the flight tickets have been booked for the morning of the day after tomorrow."

"Well, I understand."

During the trip to the Shanghai Film Festival, officials wanted Lin Nan to attend an industry exchange conference because he is one of the representatives of the domestic film and television industry.

But in Lin Nan's mind, he regarded this trip as just for fun, shopping and shopping.

"Huh? How about going to Disneyland with Sissi? She likes this better. It's all fun anyway, and having fun is the most important thing."

Muttering in his heart, Lin Nan was about to send a message to Liu Yifei. Ms. Liu still has announcements and arrangements for today, which is a brand-side event.

There was a sudden knock on the door, "Come in."

"Director Lin, the budget for "The Secret of the Dragon" has been finalized."

After hearing this, Lin Nan raised his head and asked: "How much?"

"Between 150 million and 180 million, it mainly involves a lot of outdoor special effects and virtual shots, and the budget can no longer be accurate."

Lin Nan nodded, this budget range is already very reasonable.

After all, those magnificent and magical scenes and things in "Ghost Blowing the Lamp" had to be made with real money, and they had to be made as perfect as possible.

"Just keep it high or low, and give me a written budget report."

As soon as Lin Nan finished speaking, his employees immediately understood that the budget started at 180 million, and the written budget report was given to China Film and Company.

"No problem, Director Lin. I'll go back and prepare now. It can be done before noon."

"Well, go ahead and get it to me as soon as possible."

After waiting for the others to leave, Lin Nan picked up the phone again.

His original plan for the afternoon was to go to the Rays to meet with the entire "Running Man" team.

But at this moment, it seems that we can also invite a few other people to come out and settle the matter of the investment share of "The Secret of the Dragon".

…

The day before the opening of the Magic City International Film Festival is the Magnolia Award presentation night.

To this day, people in the circle and on the Internet still feel sorry for the national son-in-law, and also feel sorry for Gao Yuanyuan.

If it hadn't been for what happened more than 20 days ago, he, who was nominated as the best actor for "Let's Get Married", would have almost surely won the trophy.

But now, it is absolutely impossible to have another chance.

Even Gao Yuanyuan was affected to a greater or lesser extent, and the probability of winning the title dropped greatly.

You know, "Let's Get Married" is the most popular TV series so far last year. It is produced by CCTV and Mango Channel.

He must have a background, be influential, and be named and praised by the ministry. All I can say is that everything depends on fate, what a pity!

"What the hell, so ugly?"

“It’s so outrageous that he’s actually intersex?!”

"I was definitely unconscious at the time, otherwise how could it be possible? Normal people wouldn't be able to get out of there!"

After so long, more and more inside stories have been revealed, and netizens have opened their eyes. More and more people are convinced that he was deceived.

At around two o'clock in the afternoon, Lin Nan reached the light.

In the huge conference room, in addition to the seven permanent guests of "Running Man", there are also project teams composed of Lin Nan Pictures, Enlight and South Korean teams.

As the only female member of "Running Man" and a member of Lin Nan Pictures, Reba was treated differently by the stars.

Deng Chao, Wang Baoqiang, Chen He, Zhang Jin, Sha Yi and Zheng Kai were all very enthusiastic, talking and laughing.

"Director Lin, thank you for the opportunity you gave me."

Zhang Jin was the last one to be decided, and now he was the first one to rush up and thank him.

"You're welcome. I can invite your 'Queen' to be the flying guest later. Of course, there will also be Captain Deng's 'Empress'."

Lin Nan joked with interest, causing everyone to laugh.

"What a great idea, I agreed on her behalf." Deng Chao said cheerfully.

"I think it's okay, she's always available."

"Brother Chao is at home, you have the final say?"

"This question, I promise with all my heart..."

…

A group of people chatted and chatted.

Wang Changtian raised his hand, and everyone immediately fell silent.

"Everyone knows that "Running Man" is very popular, and the market for "Running Man" is dozens of times that. You should understand what this means."

Everyone nodded lightly, with smiles on their faces and a hint of excitement.

"Whether it's the previous "Where Are We Going, Dad" or the recent "Flower and the Boy", they are all ready-made examples, explosive hits!

Our "Running Man" does not have their limitations, and its potential is countless times greater than theirs.

So everyone should understand that this will be a hit variety show that will never end, and it will be a golden job that can continue..."

Lin Nan nodded beside him. Wang Changtian was right. One after another, examples were before us. Reality shows are the hottest trend in the film and entertainment industry!

"On the 25th of this month, the first season of Running Man officially began recording... The first episode is scheduled to premiere in October..."

Nearly an hour later, a group of people in the conference room were chatting and getting acquainted, and making plans for dinner in the evening, while Lin Nan and Wang Changtian had already set off for China Film.

…

"At present, the investment promotion is progressing smoothly, and it has exceeded 100 million. But the TV station is stuck."

Lin Nan knew about this. Several TV stations wanted to bid after watching the first episode.

"It doesn't matter. This is the first season after all. It is reasonable to bid after seeing the finished product. If it is still like this, then change one." Lin Nan said decisively.

"I think so too."

As the two chatted, they arrived at China Film.

As the real helmsman of the domestic film and television industry, many people in the circle go in and out of China Film every day.

After Lin Nan and Wang Changtian got off the car, they saw many "old" faces.

"Oh, there are a lot of people!"

"That's right. After so many years, these people are still begging for support money.

They have been shooting for a lifetime, but they can't make any name for themselves. They just occupy the position and don't move their butts for that little money." Lin Nan complained.

Young directors, especially those from grassroots backgrounds, have drive and ideas, but no financial support.

The reason is here, the quota for applying for support funds is occupied by the older generation.

The film and television industry is a place that emphasizes qualifications, relationships and connections.

You want to find funds from state-owned enterprises, but there is no way, and they have been divided up long ago.

If you want to get investment from private film and television companies, you have to have achievements, but how can newcomers have achievements?

The result of this situation is that a large number of talented people are buried. If they are lucky, they will have a chance to come out after accumulating for a few years, but more of them will be reduced to dust and disappear.

Those who work in this industry will inevitably tend to have second-generation, third-generation, and disciples with backgrounds...

"Let's go. This kind of problem cannot be solved by Director Han and Director La, so let's not worry about it."

Wang Changtian urged Lin Nan. This is a fundamental problem and it is difficult to solve.

...

Many "old thieves" in the circle of China Film saw Lin Nan and Wang Changtian, but ignored them because they were not on the same path.

"You two are finally here."

Ye Ning stood at the door of the tea room and waved.

"How long has it been since Mr. Ye arrived?" Lin Nan asked with a smile.

"About 40 minutes. Look, Director La's office is very lively now." Ye Ning smiled meaningfully.

"Who is in there?" Wang Changtian became interested.

"It should be the representative of the group outside?" Lin Nan guessed.

"I heard that the special film support funds allocated by the upper level this year have doubled."

Hearing this, Lin Nan was stunned. No wonder so many people came today, it seems that they are all old cats who smelled the smell of blood.

In less than ten minutes, La Peikang's secretary ran over and asked the three to go to the chairman's office.

Lin Nan saw five or six old men standing outside La Peikang's office from a distance. Hmm? There's also a young one, Lu Chuan!

"What a rare thing!"

"Although Lu Chuan still has several awards from international film festivals, he really can't get investment. Who dares to invest in him? Xingmei has been screwed by him!" Ye Ning laughed in a low voice.

A group of people over there also saw Lin Nan and others, and after a glance, they turned their heads away indifferently.

Lin Nan dared to guarantee that he saw Lu Chuan's biological father. Being taken by the parents? Taro, it's okay!

In La Peikang's office, he looked a little tired.

"Sit down, you've just been annoyed for a long time. Sometimes I really admire Mr. Han, hehe..."

Several people understood this and tried hard not to laugh.

Han Sanping didn't bother with these old guys when he dealt with them.

When a fund comes down, he will cut 30% first, and then cut it in half if they don't obey.

In the end, he may not even give a penny, and give it all to newcomers to invest in movies. It's better to lose money than to give it to these people.

But only Han Sanping dares to do this kind of thing, after all, it is against the rules.

"I think Lu Chuan is here too, he won't be thinking about those special funds, right?" Wang Changtian joked. .

"Not only that, but it was brought by screenwriter Lu, who wants 10 million to shoot some realistic themes."

La Peikang's tone was a little unhappy, it seems that he didn't approve it.

"Forget it, let's talk about business. Lin Nan?"

Lin Nan took out the budget he brought when he was named by La Peikang, and several people immediately surrounded him.

"180 million?"

"Is it enough?" Ye Ning asked.

"This is the budget, if it's not enough, we can talk about it later."

"Then just make up 200 million, I will also learn from Mr. Han." La Peikang smiled.

Good guy, yes, this is indeed Han Sanping's previous style!

In the next half hour, after Lin Nan took the lead in taking 50% of the share, China Film, Wanda and Guangguang began a tug-of-war.

Lin Nan had said before that he would take more this time, and the three companies had no objection.

But they did not give in to each other, because this was a recognized money-making project - "Ghost Blowing Light"!

The final result was as expected by Lin Nan, and China Film still took the advantage.

"Lin Nan Film, 50%, responsible for production."

"China Film accounts for 20%, responsible for distribution."

"Guangguang accounts for 15%, responsible for publicity business."

"Wanda accounts for 15%, yes, we can guarantee the filming rate."

After the four parties reached an agreement, today's business was settled.

"The approximate start time is around late July or early August, and Yue Jun will serve as the producer."

Lin Nan gave the approximate shooting time, and he didn't care about the rest.

In the second half of the year, he still has real business to do. Relatives and friends of both sides will sit together and have a meal.

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The business capabilities of domestic media are getting stronger and stronger.

The next morning, a piece of movie information from across the ocean made it into the front page of entertainment news and quickly became the focus of heated discussion in the entire film and television industry.

"Reprinted from Hollywood Film Daily:

Produced by Crystal Pictures, directed by Lin Nan, starring Leonardo Dicaprio, Jessica Chastain, Matt Damon and others.

The drama film "Manchester by the Sea" will hold a week-long preview ceremony in the small town of Hollywood in three days..."

"It is reported that "Manchester by the Sea" will only be previewed in a small range, and there is no official release plan!"

"After "The Invisible Guest", Director Lin Nan is likely to take his new work "Manchester by the Sea" for the second time to compete for the Oscar!"

"The imported blockbuster "Edge of Tomorrow" was released on Friday, and the box office on the first day was 41.2 million, and the audience received rave reviews."

...

The film and television industry is indeed a sensation, because anyone who understands the Oscar registration mechanism can see it clearly.

Rushing to hold a preview before July, and there is no plan for a public release in the short term, this is to register for the Oscar!

The most terrifying thing is that Lin Nan has been competing for the Oscar for two consecutive years, and it has suddenly become a mess.

Most people were just watching the excitement online, but the industry was really paying attention and discussing it.

"Did Director Lin Nan get infected by Leo?"

"I have to say, Director Lin is awesome! I hope he can go one step further and win the Best Director Award this time!"

"Director Lin is unique in the mainland film industry! He is not only the first mainland Golden Man winner, but also the first director to win an Oscar for two consecutive years."

"Wait for him to win the award, and then ask him to ask me to make a movie. I can consider forgiving the matter of "Mojin: The Lost Legend." Zhou Xun's message was a bit arrogant, which made many people gossip.

"Why don't you just tag Director Lin and ask him if it's true?"

"Well, based on my understanding of him, it's definitely true!"

"Brother Lin Nan, keep going!"

...

Just when a group of industry acquaintances were using Weibo as a chat group, Liu Yifei jumped out.

"Ask him? Then you have to wait. Lin Nan is feeding my cats. Let me tell you.

Yes, Manchester by the Sea is indeed being screened for the purpose of registering for the Oscars. Well, that's all."

After Liu Yifei posted the Weibo, she also added an emoticon of sticking out her tongue in a blink, indicating that she was in a good mood.

Many people immediately surrounded her and tagged her.

"Now that the director's wife has spoken, there is no doubt. Let me emphasize again, Director Lin is awesome!"

"Yifei, what do you mean by 'just say this'? Is there anything else you haven't said?"

"Hahaha, it's not just registering for the Oscars, right? Uh... no way?"

...

After Lin Nan divided the whole bag of cat food, he saw Liu Yifei holding his mobile phone, and he didn't know who she was talking to.

After he got closer, he could hear clearly.

"Your Lin Nan is too much of a beast. Can't he just keep quiet? If he keeps going like this, it will make us other directors look like we are not making progress."

"Director Ning, you are so ashamed to say that? Does Sister Aina know? Haha..."

Liu Yifei was laughing when the light beside her suddenly dimmed.

She looked up and happily handed the phone to Lin Nan, blinking her eyes and whispering teasingly: "Director Ning is getting more and more shameless."

"Hey, whose shame are you talking about? I am your senior after all, so give me some face, okay?"

Ning Hao's voice of protest came from the phone.

"I think our producer Liu is right. Director Ning is getting more and more unreliable now."

Lin Nan also added a knife and then laughed.

"Tell me, why did you call me suddenly? It is definitely not about the preview of my movie."

"The Golden Horse Awards will be registered next month. They are inviting me. What do you think?" Ning Hao talked about business.

"Ask me? They didn't invite me to be a judge, so I can't help you. Besides, I don't know the chairman and jury members this year." Lin Nan said speechlessly.

"Don't you have experience? I came to consult you, should I go to the Golden Horse or the Hundred Flowers? Anyway, I must be in conflict with the Golden Rooster."

"If you ask me, you just want the award too much. Draw lots, the moment you open the slip, you will know what you want."

Lin Nan gave a cliché suggestion, so as to avoid complaining again if he didn't win in the end.

"This, will it work? Okay, okay, I'll try."

After Ning Hao hung up the phone, Lin Nan shook his head at Liu Yifei:

"No Man's Land" is hanging. It's not the taste of the Golden Horse at all. As for the Hundred Flowers? In the past years of the Hundred Flowers Awards, this kind of depressing movie has never won an award!"

"Will he be hit again? When he came back from Berlin, he said that he regretted not listening to you. He should have taken the original version and tried for the Golden Bear. It would be worth it even if he was banned from directing."

Liu Yifei looked at Lin Nan and sighed.

"It's okay to be hit, and I'll just make more commercial films in the future."

Lin Nan said indifferently, thinking of the things in Shanghai again, "By the way, my flight ticket for the morning of the day after tomorrow has been booked, and the hotel has been booked."

"Well, I have activities during the day, and I will leave in the evening. You can pick me up at the airport in the evening."

Liu Yifei grabbed Lin Nan's hand and shook it gently, with a deep affection in her eyes and a sweet smile.

"No problem, we will have a good time for a few days then."

Lin Nan held Liu Yifei's hand and added the last sentence: "Then prepare for the engagement ceremony in the second half of the year."

When Miss Liu heard this, a layer of blush instantly appeared on her face, pink and tender, very tempting.

She nodded gently and smiled like a fool: "Well, then, engagement..."

As for the most important thing, Lin Nan has to plan it well...how to propose.

To be honest, thinking about this, he was actually a little nervous? After all, it was his first marriage!

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Happy Twist has been casting for "Charlotte's Troubles" for half a month, and this half a month has really been "suffered by the cold eyes".

Because the slightly famous and popular actors all look down on their own crews.

These people are more arrogant than each other. They either dislike the small size of Happy Twist Company and its lack of film production experience, or dislike the low status of the main actors such as Shen Teng and Ma Li, and are unwilling to play supporting roles.

Even if they put up Lin Nan's banner, the other party was only very nice, but still refused the film invitation.

"The boss and I had to persuade Director Lin to come to watch the audition. He is going to the Magic City Film Festival tomorrow and originally planned to rest at home for a day."

Yan Fei told Shen Teng, Ma Li and others. In order to make the audition effect more intuitive, these two people have to act directly with the auditioning actors.

At around nine o'clock in the morning, the audition on Happy Twist officially began.

All the actors who came to audition were not related to the word "popular", but there were also many professional actors.

Lin Nan couldn't resist Zhang Chen's invitation and drove to Happy Twist.

As soon as he was taken upstairs, he ran into an old acquaintance.

"Oh, it's been a long time since we last met, Senior Brother Tian."

"Haha, it's been seven or eight years. Director Lin is quite busy, and I've been busy with the theater, home, and the crew all day, so I haven't gone out much."

The person in front of Lin Nan was Tian Yu.

Since the release of "Time and Space Cruise", the two have not seen each other much. The last time they met seemed to be when "Lust, Caution" was being cast.

Lin Nan clearly remembered that Tian Yu was very depressed at the time and asked him a question: Is fame really that important?

At that time, Lin Nan did not give a direct answer, because for most actresses, the leading actress in Li An's movie is really an opportunity to rise to the top in one step!

Since then, the two have only chatted a few times through text messages and on the Internet.

"Senior Brother Tian, ​​are you here for an audition?"

"Yes, I'm here to audition for a major supporting role, the role of a teacher, and I've already finished the audition."

"Then it must have been successful, after all, you've been acting in dramas for many years." Lin Nan said with a smile.

"Director Lin praised you, but didn't give me the result yet. I'll go back and wait." Tian Yu smiled.

"I think it's definitely okay."

"Thank you, Director Lin. Are you here for the audition? I won't waste your time."

"Okay, Senior Brother Tian, ​​take care."

Standing by the window and watching Tian Yu's figure going away, Lin Nan was a little emotional.

How many people in today's film and television circles still remember that Tang Wei, who is now very popular, was his girlfriend? And they dated for several years.

The people who followed Happy Twist just walked to the door of the audition meeting room and heard a roar from inside:

"No! No! This question is too difficult, I can't do it! I can't do it!"

Lin Nan was startled and a little confused for a while, "You are auditioning and still doing questions?"

"Director Lin, this should be a line."

Hearing this answer, Lin Nan realized that he was distracted just now and was still thinking about Tian Yu.

At this time, the door of the meeting room opened and an actor walked out.

The moment he saw Lin Nan, he was stunned at first, then he immediately bowed and greeted: "Hello, Director Lin, I'm Yin Zheng, I'm here to audition for the role of Yuan Hua in "Charlotte's Troubles..."

"Yes."

Nodding, Lin Nan entered the meeting room.

For some reason, he suddenly remembered a line of lyrics in his mind: "Snowflakes are fluttering, the north wind is whistling..."

Inside, Shen Teng and Yan Fei were arguing about something, "I think Wang Ning is more suitable for Yuan Hua."

"But I think Yin Zheng just now is better."

"I also think the one just now is good."

Although Lin Nan's voice was small, it made everyone present quiet down immediately.

"Then, then Yin Zheng. Director Lin, sit over here."

Zhang Chen made the final decision, and Yan Fei and Shen Teng stopped arguing.

"I just saw Tian Yu, how is he?"

"Yes? Director Lin knows him? Oh, yes, I remember. He played in "Time and Space Cruise"!"

Yan Fei patted his forehead, "No problem, he acted very well, and I will notify him to decide the role later."

...

Wang Zhi's audition made everyone in Happy Twist shine.

She has a good figure and looks, and is more than qualified to play a school beauty. Yan Fei and others all think it is okay.

Lin Nan glanced at the information and didn't say anything.

He had promised not to interfere before, and just went along with it.

At this moment, he couldn't just deny someone just because they were from Zhao Yanzi's studio. Zhao Yanzi is now following Ali's footsteps and is a popular figure in the industry.

"What do you think, Director Lin?"

"Not bad, she has a good figure and looks innocent. Haven't you already decided to use her?"

Lin Nan said with a smile and gave a fair evaluation.

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