1980 My literary era

Lin Weimin has had many interactions with the domestic film and television industry over the years. He made TV series for the spy trilogy, and the royalties were not large. The main reason was that he was not that famous at the time and wanted to expand his reputation.

But he has never really paid attention to this aspect. The reason is very simple. It is really not profitable to make movies and TV shows these days!

To make a TV series of the level of "Dream of Red Mansions", the investment is only a few million. The key is a non-market economy. You can't even get back your money, just make a profit.

TV is like this, and movies are not much better.

The studio monopolizes most of the resources and makes all its money by selling copies. How much money can it make?

Not to mention that in two years there will still be many negative factors such as piracy, box office theft, and a sudden drop in audience traffic.

How can he enjoy writing work? He just has his own little land and can write whatever he wants. He can only do it when others beg him, not when he begs others.

Once a novel is written, you can easily earn a million in royalties, and you can make money instantly. Isn’t it delicious?

Of course everyone knows that making money like this is a good thing, but it's a pity that they don't have Lin Weimin's strength.

Even if someone like Wang Shuo becomes popular, the sales of his works are rising steadily, and the novels are adapted one after another, they still cannot match the achievements achieved by Lin Weimin.

Without various overseas publications, awards and adaptations, works can only be circulated in China. Before the domestic market is cultivated, it will be difficult to make big money.

Of course, this huge amount of money is compared with Lin Weimin's income.

In fact, many people do not have such high ambitions. For example, Wang Shuo would be happy enough to earn tens of thousands of yuan from publishing and adapting his works.

Another example is Zhang Yimou or Jiang Wen. Do they want to make a lot of money by making movies? Maybe they will think so after they find out that this thing can really make a lot of money, but at least in the initial stage, they still have more love for movies in their hearts.

Jiang Wen's talent in movies is obvious to all. As an actor, he took away the director's job and made him cry. Do you think his talent is high?

Right, Director Six?

However, his style is a bit similar to Kaizi's. He likes to be wild and unconstrained, especially likes to bring in private goods, and even likes to burn film. Like the King of Sunglasses, he is very good at spending money and is a good at deceiving investors.

If Lin Weimin were asked to invest, he would not do it even to death, unless he was filming "Let the Bullets Fly."

But if he could help him get investment, Lin Weimin would be happy to help. Anyway, people in Hollywood are stupid and have a lot of money. They invest all over the world to attract talented filmmakers from all over the world.

A phone call to Michael Phillips began with the first words: "Mike, I want to introduce you to a genius!"

Don't worry about whether it's true or not, this is what Lao Mi is good at. If you tune a little higher, he will think you are joking with him.

Teacher Lin still has some weight with Michael Phillips. After hearing what he said, Michael Phillips suddenly became interested.

After listening to Lin Weimin's introduction to Jiang Wen, he hesitated, "Lin, are you really optimistic about him turning from an actor to a director?"

"Mike, you'll know after you talk to him. This person may not be the most talented director, but he must be the most unique director."

Lin Weimin's words completely aroused Michael Phillips' interest in Jiang Wen. Hollywood has never been short of talented directors, but directors with personal characteristics have always been scarce.

"Since you said so, I must see him."

"How about I ask him to fly to the United States to meet you?"

"Okay, then it's settled."

After talking about investment, Michael Phillips chatted with Lin Weimin for a few more words.

"Lin, have you heard? The filming of "The Godfather Part 3" has started. I heard Ive said that you had suggested to Frank before that you let him make a sequel."

Michael Phillips' tone was a bit gloating, and the Ivey he spoke of was Woody Allen.

When Lin Weimin was in New York last year, he and Arthur Miller went to visit Woody Allen's studio and happened to meet Francis Ford Coppola, the director of "The Godfather". He went to discuss movies with Woody Allen. Photography problem.

When several people were chatting on the set, Lin Weimin and Francis Ford Coppola brought up "The Godfather Part III". Francis Ford Coppola was very tough, saying that the story of "The Godfather" was over and he could not continue Make a sequel.

This wave of slaps in the face really came a little too soon. Just a year after Lin Weimin said his words, Francis Ford Coppola became really popular.

Michael Phillips chatted with Lin Weimin about what he knew about The Godfather Part III.

Francis Ford Coppola has been in financial difficulties since the second half of last year. At this time, Paramount reached out to him and offered him a lot of compensation if he could continue filming "The Godfather."

As a film director and producer, Francis Ford Coppola can earn up to $2 million, and Paramount is willing to invest $56 million to shoot a new "The Godfather" movie.

Faced with such a favorable offer, Francis Ford Coppola, who was in the midst of an economic whirlpool, found it difficult to refuse. He consulted with Mario, the original author of the novel "The Godfather", and came up with a movie called "The Death of Michael Corleone" , is the character played by Al Pacino in the previous film, the second-generation godfather.

After the two submitted the script to Paramount, Paramount simply and crudely named the script "The Godfather Part III" and officially approved the project.

Francis Ford Coppola, who had to bow his head under the roof, could only acquiesce to Paramount's operation, and is now squatting diligently on a Hollywood studio to make movies.

After chatting some gossip, Lin Weimin hung up the phone.

After Lin Weimin finished the phone call with Michael Phillips, he turned around and called Jiang Wen. After introducing Michael Phillips' situation, Jiang Wen was ecstatic.

He didn't know Michael Phillips, but he had seen movies produced by him, and he was a big producer in Hollywood.

"Liar", "Taxi Driver", "Close Encounters of the Third Kind", Jiang Wen has seen all these movies when he was watching internal reference films.

Michael Phillips is a very famous producer in Hollywood and has connections in several major production companies. As long as he can be favored by him, investing in Jiang Wenla's movie is not a problem at all.

Hearing that Michael Phillips wanted to meet him, Jiang Wen was delighted even though it would take a lot of effort to go to the United States.

Since the other party has agreed to meet, it proves that he is definitely willing to give a chance. The question depends on whether you can grasp it.

Jiang Wen couldn't help but sigh, Teacher Lin still has more face!

Yesterday, he and Wang Shuo went to the door to beg Teacher Lin. Today, Teacher Lin found a big Hollywood producer for him.

With Mr. Lin’s connections, it would be a pity not to join Hollywood!

Thinking of this, Jiang Wen laughed again. Teacher Lin is not involved in Hollywood, but Hollywood also has the legend of Teacher Lin!

Jiang Wen answered Lin Weimin's call and appeared at Lin Weimin's house again within half an hour, accompanied by Wang Shuo.

"Teacher Lin, thank you so much!"

"For the people, thank you!"

After the two thanked Lin Weimin, Lin Weimin briefly explained to Jiang Wen who Michael Phillips was, and Jiang Wen made plans to invite Lin Weimin to have a meal.

Lin Weimin declined politely: "I won't go to eat. If you want to thank him for this, just thank him."

Jiang Wen immediately understood what Lin Weimin meant. He had to remember this favor to Wang Shuo.

"You two are both my nobles!" Jiang Wen said.

Wang Shuo said: "Come on, don't flatter me. I'm not just helping you for this meal. Let's think about how to impress that Mike later."

Lin Weimin also said: "Yes, I'm just creating an opportunity for you. If you want to successfully get investment, it depends on whether you can impress Mike."

Jiang Wen's expression became serious, "Teacher Lin, I understand."

A few days later, Lin Weimin went to the hospital after get off work in the evening.

At the end of last year, Rong Shihui suffered from lung cancer. His family did not dare to tell him the test results and kept it secret from him.

For half a year now, his physical condition has been deteriorating, and he can no longer hide it. Lin Weimin had just had an operation some time ago, and Lin Weimin got the news from Meng Weizai.

After these days, Rong Shihui's body recovered somewhat, and he was very happy to see Lin Weimin.

"You're still thinking about me, so you know how to come and see me!"

In half a year, Rong Shihui lost at least 30 kilograms, and he felt like he was out of shape. Lin Weimin felt a little uncomfortable when he saw this.

When Rong Shihui's eldest son cooked chicken soup for him and delivered it to him, Rong Shihui frowned and complained: "I feel like throwing up when I smell this stuff."

"In order to strengthen your physique, you are fighting against the disease now. Even if you don't want to eat, you have to stuff it into your mouth. Only when you are strong can you defeat this disease." Lin Weimin consoled him.

Everyone can tell the truth, but only when the pain comes, can you feel it.

Lin Weimin watched Rong Shihui take two mouthfuls and spit out one mouthful. He ate with difficulty for a long time and put down the chicken soup before finishing even one-fifth of it.

After eating, Rong Shihui chatted with Lin Weimin for a while.

His physical condition is not good, but his spirit is still optimistic.

Just talking, it is inevitable that I am still a little depressed.

"Oh, I really don't know how long I can last?"

Lin Weimin said: "As long as I can survive the chemotherapy, I will definitely have no problem living for a few more years."

Rong Shihui laughed, "The doctor told me the same thing. They say chemotherapy is effective, and I feel like it is somewhat effective, except for hair loss."

As he spoke, he grabbed a handful of hair on his head. Looking at the top of his head, he saw that the hair was already thinning and no longer as thick as before.

"You are already so old, so stop being so pretty and just save your life." Lin Weimin joked.

Rong Shihui laughed and said: "You're right, just save your life."

After laughing, he sighed again, "I used to think that when I got old and retired, I would be able to ignore everything, but when it comes to life and death, I'm still afraid of death!"

"There is great terror between life and death. If everyone over sixty could see through life and death, there wouldn't be so much pain of separation in this world."

Rong Shihui looked at him with a smile, "Okay, I'm getting more and more enlightened now."

"Where am I now? I still have to learn a lot from you!"

The two chatted and laughed for a while, and Rong Shihui felt much better.

After chatting for a while, seeing that he looked a little tired, Lin Weimin said goodbye.

Before leaving, Rong Shihui took Lin Weimin's hand.

Lin Weimin said, "I'll come see you again in two days."

"You're so busy at work, so don't come here. Come pick me up on the day I'm discharged from the hospital, and I'll ride on your car again."

Lin Weimin smiled and said, "Okay."