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"In the afternoon, Huace Pictures released the cast list for the large-scale costume, palace, and power drama "Lonely Love":

Popular front-line actor Zhong Hanliang will partner Yang Ying as the male lead, and well-known actors such as Gan Tingting, Sun Yizhou, and Yu Bo will provide supporting and starring roles. "

"It is reported that Chung Han-liang and Yu Bo have successfully completed the filming of "Three Lives, Three Worlds, Ten Miles of Peach Blossom" from Hongxingwu a few days ago. "Lonely Beauty Does Not Admire Yourself" is scheduled to be officially launched in early May."

…

It was obviously Zhou Xun who came to ask for the role, but in the end it was reversed for some reason, and she actually took the initiative in terms of momentum;

Not only did she give her a lunch, get the role, but she also took away a bottle of red wine, and even took Liu Yifei out for shopping!

Faced with such weekly news, Lin Nan was really speechless and had no choice.

Simply speaking, he also went out with the two women at around two o'clock in the afternoon, but he was going to the company.

"...Rumors have spread that the leader gave up his favor and sent Angelababy to the crew to raise a baby...and get a sky-high salary to raise a baby?!"

As soon as he entered the company, Lin Nan heard gossip among a group of employees.

"Keep your voice down, it can be heard outside the company. If the paparazzi catches you, just wait for your bonus to be deducted."

Lin Nan scolded, and four or five young men and women immediately shrank their heads, turned into quails, and smiled sheepishly at Lin Nan.

"What's going on over there with Huang Xiaoming? Are you such a loser?" When passing by Yue Jun's office, Lin Nan couldn't help but inquire; the former was better informed than he was about matters in the circle.

"It's really funny to say that when I was about to join the cast, Yang Ying was pregnant. Huang Xiaoming originally wanted to reject the IP drama, but his wife was unwilling to let go and wanted both.

No, Huang Xiaoming, the wife-loving maniac, went online, and went to talk to Huace at the expense of favors and face, and then used some "technical" means to complete the shooting of some scenes;

Not only that, Huang Xiaoming has even hired a nanny team, and he will join the team directly with Yang Ying! Just this morning, the news spread directly to a small area in the circle, and the news is probably being suppressed at this time. "

Yue Jun put down the document at hand and explained with a smile, and then couldn't help but joke about Master Huang:

"Speaking of which, he is really a top man. For Yang Ying, he would even do such a dishonorable thing, which is completely contrary to his usual professional ethics.

And Huace is really selling Huang Xiaoming's face, and the top-level film pay is a penny, a full 80 million! If it's our company's drama, I'll kick her out decisively, no matter who she is. "

After listening to the summary, Lin Nan had nothing to say. He could only mourn for Huang Xiaoming. Once the incident happened, he would be scolded;

But Lin Nan thought again: As for men, there is always a time when they are the best; and Leader Huang fell in love with women, Yang Ying.

"Forget it, let's just watch Huang Xiaoming's excitement. I guess after this incident came out, the number of actresses in the industry who envied Yang Ying will increase several times?!" Lin Nan shook his head speechlessly, and then Let’s get down to business:

"Inform the production department that "Marriage Story" will start filming by the end of next month at the latest, so that they can prepare according to the plan. This time it will be a continuous process. After the filming is completed, "Second Generations" will follow. "

"Okay, Director Lin. By the way, Hui Yinghong has signed a contract, and you can join the team at any time without any hesitation.

For actors in Hong Kong, our movies, especially Director Lin’s movies, are the top resources. "Yue Jun added without any humility.

"Yeah, got it."

Lin Nan nodded and walked directly to his office.

China Film.

After nearly two months of screening and delineation, Han Sanping finally finalized his "director list". After streamlining and deliberation several times, there were only 22 people left.

Without exception, these people are either older generation film studio directors who have directed films with traditional themes, commercial directors who have made blockbusters, or well-known directors who have won multiple international awards;

Of course, the biggest film directors in the Chinese film industry are all on the list!

But one thing is very interesting. This is why La Peikang couldn't help but frown a little after seeing Han Sanping's list.

"Why are there only so many great directors in Hong Kong and Taiwan?"

"In my opinion, these few are already the result of me being a short man and picking up generals. They have always been petty and petty, and this time they have the cooperation, assistance and even intervention of the navy, so there is a high probability that they can make up for their 'little family spirit' shortcomings, but there are only a few that are barely suitable and can be put on the table.”

Han Sanping was holding tea and said in a casual but affirmative tone that there was no Wu Yusen anyway.

The list drawn up by La Peikang himself was nearly double the number of people in Han Sanping's list. He glanced at Han Sanping and said with a hint: "Did you add Lin Nan to the list again?"

"Well, I added it. In my opinion, he is the most suitable! Whether it is awards, experience in commercial films with the main theme, and market appeal, he is undoubtedly the first choice."

Han Sanping said bluntly that this was his opinion. Lin Nan's priority is higher than Zhang Yimou.

Hearing this, La Peikang smiled with a complicated expression:

"This is a project proposed by the Navy and led by the Maritime Administration. You should understand how the film will be treated after it is released. I am referring to domestic awards.

As long as the quality of the film is good enough, various awards will be awarded. As for Lin Nan, he was not very cooperative.

Therefore, when a certain award comes forward and wants Hai Zheng to sign up, Hai Zheng will definitely go first. But at that time, if the director is Lin Nan, then he is prepared to slap himself in the face. , or are you preparing to refute the maritime policy? "

Sure enough, after hearing these words, Han Sanping's expression changed.

Regarding the Golden Rooster Award last year, he thought about it for a long time before he finally thought of a way to choose him out. He could deal with the China Film Group without offending Lin Nan, and the father and daughter even made money on both sides; however, Afterwards, he still hated La Peikang, because all the favors belonged to him, Han Sanping...

"Let's talk about this. Now I only regard it as completing the errands entrusted by the Maritime Administration and the bureau. As for how to decide the person in the end, that is the matter of the Maritime Administration. If it comes to that, if Lin Nan is really chosen, then No matter how we talk about it, it’s still a matter of maritime affairs, and I won’t get involved.”

Han Sanping said expressionlessly, but to be fair, he was indeed a little entangled and worried at the moment.

After a moment of silence, La Peikang nodded, "Okay, I will hand it in together tomorrow."

"How far is the project over there?"

"Hai Zheng wants to write the script himself, and the scale will be much larger. I heard that active warships and soldiers can be provided, so the work will be very detailed... I guess the script will take a while."

La Peikang said without hesitation that this is definitely the highest-level commercial blockbuster with the main theme at this stage, and it is much more formal than the one in the Air Force.

Well, at least when it came to selecting a director, Hai Zheng took the initiative to seek help from the Film Bureau, knowing that professional matters would be left to professionals, and he only needed to provide maximum cooperation!

…

One night passed, Lin Nan Pictures, Xue Xiaolu and others began to make final preparations for the premiere of "Love in Seattle 2" tomorrow.

In the morning, another big news shocked the whole circle, that is, the Peking Opera master Mei Baojiu was gone, and he was the only son to inherit Mei Lanfang's mantle;

At the same time, when Chen Kaige was filming "Farewell My Concubine" and "Mei Lanfang", the Mei family was the most supportive of Mr. Chen and Chen Kaige!

Sure enough, after Director Chen heard the news, he immediately put aside the matter of "The Legend of the Demon Cat" and ran back directly from Xiangyang Tangcheng Film and Television Base.

Chen Hong even publicly stated that Director Chen Da will not return to the Tangcheng Film and Television Base before Master Mei's funeral is over, and the work on "The Legend of the Demon Cat" will also be put on hold for a while following the funeral.

Lin Nan was called over by Xing Aina because the first draft of "A Good Show" she made for Huang Bo had been completed and she wanted to take a look at it together.

When he arrived, he heard Ning Hao and others chatting:

"Sure enough, the Peking Opera master is far superior to other folk art masters! The mourning hall was actually placed directly at the Capital Peking Opera Theater...the Ministry of Culture and the Propaganda Department...all went there."

"It seems that Director Chen's "Legend of the Demon Cat" will have to be delayed a lot of time?"

"After all, when we were filming "Mei Lanfang", this master said that Director Chen did a very good job. After Director Chen, he will not authorize anyone else to film it, at least not for 50 years!" Lin Nan said there. Sitting there, I recalled what happened in September 2008.

That year, after the disastrous failure of "The Promise", Chen Kaige returned to the field of biographical films after several years of silence. The limelight was unparalleled. At that time, Master Mei personally took the stage for "Mei Lanfang" directed by Chen Da. !

"The first draft of the script is here, let me take a look." Lin Nan urged again without waiting for Ning Hao and Huang Bo's reaction.

"Here, it's really the first draft. I just wrote it yesterday afternoon."

Xing Aina took another copy and handed it to Lin Nan, which had been printed in advance.

"Director Huang, when are you going to start taking action?" Lin Nan asked Huang Bo with a smile while turning the first page.

"It will definitely not work in the first half of the year. "Extreme Challenge" has been filming and recording; and a few days ago, I just signed a contract for the next episode."

Huang Bo waved his hand and said calmly.

It can be seen that he has made a lot of money from "Extreme Challenge", and the number of advertising notices has also increased dramatically, which is very exciting!

"He plans to start preparations, project approval, and casting in the second half of the year. By then, the script will be refined and polished to perfection, and filming will start at the end of the year or after the Lunar New Year." Xing Aina added with a smile.

Huang Bo looked up and smiled maliciously at Lin Nan:

"Director Lin, I already have some ideas about casting. I will find some people with good connections to support me. In addition, Director Ning just agreed to make a cameo. Are you serious?"

"Haha, I will only participate in the investment." Lin Nan immediately gave up Huang Bo's "delusion."

"Look, let me tell you, he is a stubborn person. You still don't believe it, but you still want to make a bet?" Ning Hao said in a strange way. There are still traces of provocation.

"Well, there's nothing wrong with what Director Ning said." Lin Nan just didn't take the bait.

"Okay, you two have worked in vain. Lin Nan doesn't want to do this." Xing Aina also joined in the fun.

"Oh, don't force it, let's talk about the budget. This is a comedy, and it doesn't require any big production. Apart from the actors' salary, the production cost will not be too much. So the budget is estimated to be about 5 Around ten million..."

Xing Aina is not only the screenwriter, but also temporarily acts as the producer. It can be said that those who can do more work.

While Lin Nan was browsing the script, he also heard about the budget. When he goes back today, he will have to give instructions to the company to prepare the investment amount for Huang Bo's movie.

As the morning approached, Alibaba Pictures made a very solemn announcement, and a "blockbuster" was once again thrown into chaos.

"It is controlled and invested by Alibaba Pictures, co-produced by Zedong Pictures, supervised by director Wang Jiawei, directed by Zhang Jiajia, starring Liang Chaowei, Jin Chengwu, Chen Yixun, Yang Ying, Zhang Rongrong, Du Juan and others;

With an investment of 400 million yuan, the romance and comedy film "The Ferryman" took 10 months to shoot and was officially completed this morning. "

"Alibaba Pictures President Zhang Qiang, Director Wang Jiawei, Liang Chaowei and others gathered at the closing ceremony. The former announced in front of many media reporters at the scene:

"The Ferryman," Alibaba Pictures' first main-invested film, is scheduled to be released on December 23 for the Lunar New Year; we have absolute confidence and certainty to compete with Zhang Yimou's "The Great Wall" and other blockbusters..."

From the perspective of the film industry, this year is already destined to be an extremely bloody Lunar New Year festival, and now it is even more "cruel";

Wang Jiawei has been working on the movie for 10 months. Of course he is confident that he can compete with Zhang Yimou, but other movies are in danger.

Thinking about it again, it seems that in November and December, there will already be four great directors, namely Li An, Feng Xiaogang, Wang Jiawei, and Zhang Yimou!

As for yesterday's "The Sword of the Third Young Master" which was just scheduled to be released on December 3? Er Dongsheng is not a great director, or rather, he is just a great director recognized by the Hong Kong Film Awards!

"Is it bloody? Is it cruel? It's not over yet!"

Lin Nan looked at the news and muttered with a smile. After all, he didn't bother with Ning Hao because Liu Yifei was still waiting at home.

"Director Jiang called me today. She said that the filming progress of "Three Lives, Three Worlds and Ten Miles of Peach Blossom" is already over halfway, and it is expected to be completed in mid-June."

"That is, it takes four months to film a drama. For this large-scale costume myth drama, this is already a very good efficiency."

Lin Nan nodded and affirmed. Later, when the rights to broadcast the first, second, third and fourth rounds were sold to the TV station, Jiang Yuerou had to continue to negotiate. After all, Hongxingwu had no experience.

Speaking of this, Lin Nan suddenly thought of something. He hugged Liu Yifei's white legs in his arms:

"After "Marriage Story" starts shooting next month, there is no guarantee that it can be completed before the opening of the Shanghai International Film Festival. If it cannot be completed, we will have to be prepared to be delayed for many days;

Because just a few days after the Magic City International Film Festival, the Huabiao Awards will be held again! You need to attend with me. After all, I am the director of "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom" and you are the producer. The same goes for Shu Chang, Guo Fan, and Lu Yang, who all have works. "

Hearing this, Liu Yifei nodded knowingly, "By the way, the nomination should be in early June, right?"

"Well, it's the beginning of June. If I win a film award, will you, the producer, accept it?"

"Eh? Okay!"

Hearing Lin Nan's words, Liu Yifei immediately nodded with a smile. She has not received an award as a producer yet!

…

On the 26th, as the most promising domestic film on May Day, the premiere of "Love in Seattle 2" has attracted much attention in the industry.

After all, this is the second film in the series with the box office success of the previous film and the support of the audience and fan base!

Yang Mi started doing makeup at around six o'clock in the morning, and successfully met up with Xue Xiaolu and other creative staff at eight o'clock on time.

She values ​​this movie more than any other actor because it will most likely become her first 1 billion box office movie.

Of course, Xue Xiaolu herself is also full of expectations, and she is eager to achieve a breakthrough. Since it's difficult for her to be like Cao Baoping in terms of awards, then she should choose to gain something at the box office.

"Everyone is ready to go to Wanda Cinema!"

After looking at the time, Xue Xiaolu ordered. Immediately, a group of people set off from the hotel and a motorcade went straight to the premiere location.

Lin Nan's side was also very lively.

Tang Yan is promoting "The Bounty Hunter", Zhu Yawen is busy working on "Lu Yao Knows Ma Li", and Luo Jin will attend the last road show of "Xuan Zang of the Tang Dynasty" in the afternoon.

What a coincidence, everyone is in the capital. Yes, the group hit it off immediately and came to Lin Nan's place to gather in the morning.

"You can go. Zhu Yawen lets go of my cat."

Liu Yifei yelled at the top of her lungs, Zhu Yawen actually wanted to put the little milk cat in his pocket and take it away.

"Okay, okay, I'll let you go now. How stingy. This cat is very cute and well-behaved. I just want to take it back to accompany my daughter..."

"If you want, just go to the pet store and buy them yourself. Yifei and I keep these."

Lin Nan tugged at Zhu Yawen angrily. This guy was just lazy and just wanted to pick up what was ready.

When it was approaching nine o'clock, three extended commercial vehicles slowly drove away from the villa.

The scale of the premiere of "Love in Seattle 2" was obviously not as big as that of "Xuan Zang of the Tang Dynasty" three days ago, but there were still many big names in the industry who came to support it.

Because this movie is produced by Lin Nan Pictures, and the director is Xue Xiaolu, a professor from Nortel; there is no shortage of contacts on both sides, including front-line and top filmmakers in the industry.

No, even Cao Baoping had free time today and came to the premiere.

When Lin Nan and Liu Yifei arrived, Huang Xiaoming had just stepped onto the red carpet.

It was obvious that he didn't want to stay in front of the media cameras, probably because he was afraid of being asked about Yang Ying.

However, some reporters were still asking loudly whether Yang Ying was really pregnant. Fortunately, I didn't ask about joining the group to raise a baby. It seems that the public relations job is really good!

The five of them strode onto the red carpet, and after dealing with the media and fans around them, they quickly entered the cinema. Today, the venue is reserved for most of the day!

Tang Yan and Yang Mi could be regarded as "enemies" when they met. Instead of saying hello, they avoided each other at a distance;

"Director Lin, Yifei."

Yang Mi came over and greeted her, and Lin Nan and Liu Yifei nodded at the same time. Zeng Jia was watching from a distance and did not get closer.

"A bet of 300 million yuan is nothing to a popular first-line actress and star in China like you. Why do you have to work so hard?" Lin Nan couldn't help but ask.

You must know that Yang Ying's salary is 80 million yuan per movie. Under the same conditions, Yang Mi is definitely much more, and she has more commercial value than Yang Ying!

Therefore, a three-year bet with a profit of RMB 300 million was nothing to her.

"Director Lin, I am really confident that the bet is a bet; but after all, the company wants to go public. Even if it goes to the New OTC Market, the extra profit the company can make can raise its valuation, right?"

Yang Mi said confidently, and Lin Nan could tell that what she said was not a lie.

Sure enough, things are different now, and the ambition is not small;

Jiaxing, or rather Yang Mi, what she wanted from the beginning was not to complete the bet, but to want more based on the right bet. Zeng Jia, this is so worry-free!

"Then I wish you success. Go and socialize, there are indeed a lot of people here today."

"Thank you, Director Lin, thank you Yifei. I'll go over first."

Lin Nan acted exactly like a former boss and senior, and never targeted Yang Mi, an artist who broke up peacefully. He has the mind and attitude.

"Lin Nan, her face..."

Liu Yifei held Director Lin's arm and whispered softly, almost biting her ears.

"Just fine-tune it."

"Fine-tuning? But..."

"Does it feel more refined and your skin is plumper?"

"Huh? Yeah!"

"Tweak it a little at a time...

You haven't seen her often, and you don't usually pay attention to her hot searches or anything like that, so meeting her at such a close distance today would feel a bit abrupt. "

Hearing what Lin Nan said, Liu Yifei couldn't help but look back. At this moment, Yang Mi was already joking with Cao Baoping. To be precise, she was taking the initiative to say hello and communicate.

"I'm looking forward to your Cao Cao."

"Don't worry, Director Lin. I also think my performance as Cao Cao is very good. When the show starts, you can correct me..."

…

The lights went out, the big screen came on, and "Love in Seattle 2" began.

As the plot of the movie slowly deepened, almost everyone on the scene watched it seriously, including Liu Yifei.

Lin Nan has to admit that Xue Xiaolu is worthy of being a professor in the literature department. The script is very delicate and can capture the emotional points of men and women. She understands the romance film market and the psychology of women.

As a female director, her movie plots are more delicate. Undoubtedly, this is a great love commercial film, far better than the first one in terms of completion and excitement!

Two hours later, the movie ends.

With a confident smile, Xue Xiaolu led all the main creators including Yang Mi, Yu Hewei and others to appear on the big screen and on stage.

Box office, box office, after congratulations, the first question of the media is always box office, who made this the second part of the series.

Everyone looked at Xue Xiaolu. She took the microphone and spoke without any humility or low-key:

"It seems that there is no female director of a movie with a box office of 1 billion in China, right? I want to be the first!"

Good guy, Xue Xiaolu's words directly ignited the emotions of all the media reporters present. Today’s material, no, there’s a big headline on the headlines!

"Why, don't you have confidence in me? The producer should be there, right?"

Under the excitement of the reporters, Xue Xiaolu joked again. Yang Mi and others were all excited.

The camera focused on Lin Nan and Liu Yifei, he smiled and nodded:

"I naturally have confidence in Sister Xue. I believe in Sister Xue. It seems that there will be several other movies on the 6th, including "Captain America 3", but we are not on the same track at all. We can withstand it. "

"Look, even Lin Nan said this, I have to have more confidence in myself, right? Just 1 billion! Yifei, after waiting for 1 billion, remember to urge Lin Nan to give me a bonus..."

"It's a share of the box office, Teacher Xue."

Liu Yifei shouted with a smile, her voice was soft and crisp, very pleasant to the ear.

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