1980 My literary era

2 million yuan is not something Wang Shuo has never seen before. In the past few years, the sales of his collected works have been in the tens of millions, and the accumulated royalties in recent years have also exceeded 2 million yuan.

But it doesn't work anymore. After the first two years of hot sales, the sales of his anthology have gradually declined, and now they are at the level of ordinary bestsellers.

But Lin Weimin wanted to invest 2 million yuan to make a movie for Haomeng, and Wang Shuo didn't understand.

Over the years, Lin Weimin has praised many directors. Which one, Zhang Yimou or Jiang Wen, is not stronger than Feng Xiao? Isn’t investing in Zhang Yimou and Jiang Wen’s new movie more profitable than investing in Feng Xiaogang’s movie?

"What are you thinking about? Yimou's movie has already started shooting. Jiang Wen is having a great time, and the next movie hasn't been released yet." Lin Weimin said.

He also added in his heart that even if there was a shadow, he would not cast his shadow on Jiang Wen.

Wang Shuo sarcastically said: "After working on it for a long time, you can't even do it with your strength. You won't be able to cast it in a movie if you support it yourself. You have to come to our grass-roots team."

"Yes, an investment of 2 million is rare for a grassroots team like you. If you give it to others, they won't want it!"

Wang Shuo was speechless after one sentence. He held it in for a long time and sneered. He had already made up his mind to harm these two million people.

The sponsor's father took the initiative to come to invest with funds, of course there were requirements.

Lin Weimin's request was not to praise the actress, but to specify that the script must be written by Wang Shuo, and he would change it from "You Are Not a Commoner" which he published in 1992.

"You Are Not a Commoner" can be regarded as a sequel to "The Stubborn Master" and "Nothing Serious at All", but it's not quite the same. The protagonists in the three works overlap, and the contents are all very ironic and absurd.

"You Are Not a Commoner" was adapted into a movie and the name was changed to "Party A and Party B".

It was with this film that Feng Xiaogang created the Lunar New Year segment of Chinese films, and also became the well-deserved "King of Lunar New Year films" in those years.

"Party A and Party B" is a typical satirical comedy, full of the personal characteristics of Wang Shuo and Feng Xiaogang, and it also satisfies the movie-watching tastes of audiences in this era. If Wenhua Film and Television wants to invest in movies, this movie should be one of the most suitable targets. one.

"If you want to modify my novel, no problem. The copyright fee is 50,000 yuan!" Wang Shuoshizi shouted.

Feng Xiaogang and Peng Xiaolin were shocked.

Master Shuo is crazy. He finally found a financial sponsor. Doesn’t this scare him away?

Unexpectedly, Lin Weimin didn't blink, "Okay, just fifty thousand."

Feng Xiaogang and Peng Xiaolin were shocked again. This was fifty thousand yuan!

Teacher Lin's excitement made Feng Xiaogang feel frightened. Isn't this being ironic?

Wang Shuo also had a surprised look on his face, and he added: "We can make an agreement first. What I'm talking about is the copyright royalty, and the adaptation fee is additional."

"Add another 50,000 yuan, which will be your adaptation fee. Is it okay?"

After Lin Weimin said this, Wang Shuo opened his mouth and instinctively wanted to refute Lin Weimin, but he couldn't find any reason.

This big dog!

Although he scolded him in his heart, Wang Shuo still felt Lin Weimin's recognition of his talent.

You have some conscience!

Feng Xiaogang was listening to the conversation between Lin Weimin and Wang Shuo, and the more he thought about it, the more uncomfortable he felt.

Master Shuo casually said it would be 100,000 yuan, but he, the director, didn't even have the courage to negotiate.

Lin Weimin seemed to see what Feng Xiaogang was thinking. He patted him on the shoulder and said, "Don't be discouraged, Xiaogang. When our movie becomes popular, you will be a well-known film director. Directing a movie will start at RMB 100,000!"

Feeling Lin Weimin's attention, Feng Xiaogang felt happy again, "Teacher Lin, please don't make fun of me."

A few people chatted for a while about the movie adaptation, and Lin Weimin made a request to Wang Shuo and Feng Xiaogang.

"Is it okay to have the first draft of the script out within a month?"

"no problem."

When the money is in place, Master Shuo can produce sparks with his pen.

"Okay, the script fee will be credited to your company account tomorrow. Complete the script as soon as possible and then submit it to the company's literary director for review."

"Literary director?" Wang Shuo was surprised. He thought he could just give the script to Lin Weimin directly. Where did a "literary director" appear from?

"I transferred Xiao Tong to Wenhua Film and Television as the literary director, responsible for the script." Lin Weimin explained.

Wang Shuo muttered: "He? Is he capable of reviewing my script?"

Lin Wei Minmin pretended not to hear his complaints and warned: "I've collected the money, hurry up and work."

Feng Xiaogang nodded and bowed, "Don't worry, even if you don't sleep at night, the script will definitely be written within a month."

"You might as well write it!" Wang Shuo said sarcastically, proudly.

Feng Xiaogang laughed again and said, "The script depends entirely on you, Master Shuo!"

Lin Weimin looked at the way the two got along, and inexplicably thought of the licking dog and his arrogant goddess.

After talking about the movie, Lin Weimin was about to leave. Wang Shuo hesitated to speak. He hesitated for a long time and finally said nothing.

The next day, Haiyan received a call from Wang Shuo, saying that he was inviting him to dinner.

Haiyan arrived at the place and found that Wang Shuo also brought his little girlfriend Xu Cairen.

During the meal, Wang Shuo inquired about the TV series "A Romantic Affair" that Haiyan was preparing. Haiyan immediately understood the purpose of Wang Shuo's dinner today.

Xu Cairen looked at Haiyan expectantly. The girl was young and had many tricks to seduce people.

It's a pity, you and I won't do this, Mr. Hai.

Haiyan put down the wine glass in his hand and leaned back on the seat.

"Well..."

Wang Shuo spat fiercely on the ground, and treated today's meal as feeding the dog.

Xu Cairen watched Hai Yan leave. After a while, he turned back to Wang Shuo with a worried look on his face, "Didn't you say it's okay?"

Wang Shuo looked embarrassed, "I didn't expect this kid to be so unreasonable now."

He added: "It's okay. When our movie starts shooting, I will let you be the heroine."

Xu Cairen had an ugly expression, "Didn't you say that your movie was also invested by Lin Weimin? Can I be the heroine?"

Wang Shuo hesitated, and Xu Cairen's face turned cold.

"If this one doesn't work, there will be another one. I'll get another investment later and I'll make sure you become the heroine." Wang Shuo said flatteringly.

Xu Cairen has slowly lost patience with Wang Shuo and said sadly, "Then I'll just wait."

The little girlfriend was so understanding and reasonable, which made Wang Shuo couldn't help but smile on his face. This was the kind of Da Sa Mi he liked.

His hand hugged Xu Cairen's shoulders, and Xu Cairen's body subconsciously tilted to the side, but she still endured her emotions and pretended to be.

No matter what, Wang Shuo's thread cannot be broken.

Two days later, Haiyan came to Lin Weimin and said, "Teacher Lin and Master Shuo want to arrange for his little girlfriend to join our crew."

Lin Weimin looked at Haiyan and said immediately: "I refused without thinking. He is getting more and more shameless now. He has a family and a family, he picks up such a young girl, and he also wants to take advantage of us friends It’s so mean to compliment your girlfriend!”

After Haiyan fully expressed his disdain for Wang Shuo's actions, Lin Weimin nodded happily.

"In the establishment of Wencheng Film and Television, development must be the top priority, and business affairs should not be delayed because of personal feelings."

"I understand. Public is public, private is private, don't worry."

After arriving at Lin Weimin's place and accepting the credits, Haiyan asked again: "Teacher Lin, our TV series script will be released almost next month. Do you have any favorite actors for "A Romantic Affair"?"

Lin Weimin pondered for a moment, "You can decide on the choice of actor yourself. The most important thing is to fit the character."

After finishing speaking, he added: "By the way. After the preliminary preparations for "A Romantic Affair", you have to focus on "Flower Season and Rainy Season". March of the new year will be the second anniversary press conference of the Buhu Book Series. , when the time comes, the company will announce the IP adaptation plan of "Flower Season and Rainy Season" at the press conference."

"Flower Season and Rainy Season" is a work carefully prepared by Guowen Publishing House for the next copyright operation and film and television development. The content of this novel is positive, fresh and refined. The novel has sold more than 2 million copies in China and has been favored by many young and teenage readers in China. It has wide influence and popularity among the readers, so it is perfect to use it to build the reputation of the Chinese Literature Society’s copyright operation and film and television development business.

Haiyan understood that Lin Weimin attached great importance to "Flower Season and Rainy Season" and said: "Okay, I will arrange the preparations for "Flower Season and Rainy Season" when I get back. I will not delay the press conference in the agency, and strive to complete the preliminary preparations before the press conference."

Lin Weimin nodded slightly and said, "You are responsible for the preparations, but you can choose the actors first, but don't decide."

Lin Weimin's request made Haiyan a little confused, but seeing that he didn't mean to say more, Haiyan didn't ask any more questions, but replied happily: "Okay."

After Haiyan left, Lin Weimin had just lowered his head to review the manuscript for a while when Li Xin knocked on the door and entered his office.

"Teacher Lin, Teacher Wang has been contacted."

Lin Weimin raised his head, with a smile on his face, and asked, "Can we meet? Have you made an appointment?"

"Undecided. Teacher Wang is in Yanjing. I think you are quite busy with work, so let's decide on your time first."

"What do I have to do?" Lin Weimin was a little unhappy when he heard this. He thought for a while, stood up and picked up his coat, "You call him now, and we will go see him now."

His vigorous and resolute actions caught Li Xin off guard, "Ah! Okay, then I'll contact him right away. Please wait a moment."

Just as Li Xin was about to run back to the office to make a phone call, Lin Weimin pushed the phone on the table and said, "Use this!"

Li Xin followed the good example, dialed the phone, and after confirming with the other party, nodded to Lin Weimin, "We agreed, he happens to be at home today, shall we leave now?"

"Walk!"

Lin Weimin took the lead and went out, Li Xin followed him, and the car got on the road. Li Xin hesitated and asked, "Teacher Lin, can this really happen?"

"It all depends on people! As long as you can do the leadership's job, it won't be difficult." Lin Weimin said easily.

Li Xin's thinking seemed to be right.

Being a leader may be extremely difficult for Ningxia People's Publishing House, but for Teacher Lin, isn't it easy?

With this thought in his mind, Li Xin felt relaxed.

The car drove all the way to Caochangdong Community in DC District and stopped on the side of the road. Lin Weimin looked into the alley and decided to get out of the car.

The alley is too narrow for a car to drive in.

The two walked into the alley, and Li Xin found a large courtyard according to the address, "Teacher Lin, this is it."

The door of the courtyard was open, and the two of them entered the courtyard. Many earthquake shelters were built in the early years, but now they have been turned into residential buildings. There are a lot of debris piled on the passages, making it even more cramped.

"Teacher Wang! Teacher Wang!" Li Xin shouted when he came to the main rooms in the north.