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Chapter 1001 952 million, Yu Zhongxi started production in a low-key manner

There have been rumors in the industry before that Liu Shishi's contract will not be renewed after it expires;

Now, after she tactfully admitted it in a public occasion like the launch conference, it can be said that she has directly pushed the Tang people to the forefront of public opinion.

Of course, the "Legend of Sword and Fairy 5: Yun Zhifan" also achieved explosive publicity effects at the same time, attracting attention and heated discussion across the Internet.

After all, according to Tang Dynasty's promotional press release, this is the third part of the "Fairy Sword Series"; while the first two parts are full of memories, even youth and feelings.

But it cannot be denied that for a declining medium-sized film and television company, once its head sister and only A-list actress is completely freed from the constraints and goes solo;

Then the rate of decline and death of this company will definitely increase significantly, and it will even fall into a small company with no influence in the industry in the shortest possible time.

Undoubtedly, Tang people are currently following this "development" trend.

"Cai Yinong's skills can be said to have been learned from her to a great extent, and she has almost passed them on. Therefore, setting up one's own business and working alone is definitely an inevitable result.

Furthermore, in the current film and television entertainment industry, the market has reached its peak of prosperity, and every first-line star is almost equivalent to a small capital;

But when it comes to connections and resources, they are completely incomparable to serious film and television entertainment capital.

Most of them can only be at the bottom of the capital circle at best, but if they want to make money, it is absolutely easy. "

Taking into account the current development status of the industry, Lin Nan and Yue Jun talked and laughed lightly.

"Cai Yinong's true biography? Marketing? Pranksters? Buy-out draft? Haha..."

Yue Jun couldn't help laughing, and then lowered his voice in a gossipy tone:

“I don’t know if Tang Ren’s opponents are behind it, but now a previous draft has been posted on the Internet, and the content is more ‘detailed’:

It is said that the reason why Cai Yinong's "sisters" had a falling out was because in order to have "The Ballad of the Desert" also known as "Pocahontas" pass the review, Boss Cai sent his men to accompany him..."

"Sisters?"

Lin Nan couldn't help but laugh. Cai Yinong often said this before, because they did look a bit alike.

In those years, the two of them did often refer to each other as sisters, but what could they do? Shouldn't this be a breakup or a breakup? Attending the launch conference is the last moment of love.

"It has nothing to do with us. If you don't believe the rumors, don't spread them...but I have to say that there is a lot of rubbish in the review department."

Lin Nan took the initiative to end the topic and got down to business:

"In the next two days, we can contact the organizers of the Shanghai Magic City International Film Festival. Both "The Chaser" and "Operation Mekong" need promotional exhibition areas;

As for whether "Operation Mekong" should be screened, "Operation Mekong" will not be screened; as for "The Murderer", you can ask director Cao Baoping for his opinion. "

"Well, okay, I will arrange for someone to do it in the afternoon. I will contact Director Cao personally."

Yue Jun responded. The company's movies this year are not as many as last year, but the more so, the more emphasis must be placed on promotion.

After a while, the two left the office.

Just when Lin Nan was about to enter the elevator, he remembered that he seemed to have forgotten "The Donkey Gets Water", and immediately turned back to look at Yue Jun:

"Remind Mahua again, let them also go to the Magic City International Film Festival, book the exhibition area in advance, and do a good job in promoting the movie."

"No problem. Director Lin, you'd better take the time to 'leave early', haha..."

…

No matter how low-key and confidential things are, it is impossible to maintain absolute confidentiality.

No, early on the morning of the 8th, rumors spread in the industry: the new drama "Marriage Story" directed by Lin Nan will be filmed at the China National Theater Drama Auditorium.

This news undoubtedly came from Zhongxi, so the credibility is almost 100%.

Then, Director Lin was ridiculed by countless people online.

What can I say that in the new movie directed by Lin Nan, although there may not be any actors from Chinese dramas, there are still elements of Chinese dramas; indeed, he is worthy of being a great director from Nortel, and after so many years, he is still so "pure" and very interested in Chinese dramas. "Never forget"!

When Lin Nan received Lao Jiang's complaint call, she was quite speechless for a moment.

"Nortel's facilities? They are very complete. There is nothing missing!"

"So the school doesn't have a venue where you can take pictures? Do we not have a theater, or do we not have an auditorium?"

Just as Lin Nan was smiling and preparing to explain, Lao Jiang added:

"Well, I didn't say these words. I was just bored and reporting to you about the 'little' complaints of those in the school propaganda office."

"Going to Nortel for filming? Mainly because there is no sense of atmosphere." Lin Nan said with a smile.

"What's the atmosphere?"

“The atmosphere of a stage play.

In "Marriage Story", I am a stage director, and Yifei was originally a film and television actor...

When I think of a stage play, my first reaction is to go to the Chinese Theater for filming. Just tell me, am I right? "

Lin Nan revealed the character setting in the movie to an outsider for the first time. Sure enough, Lao Jiang was immediately confused. After a moment, he sighed:

"Let me go, your script this time is okay, the reality is reflected in the movie?!

You and Yifei were originally a director and an actor, but in the play you are still the director and actor, and also a husband and wife! Your script is really amazing, very appropriate to the situation, and very gimmick..."

"Is this the point I'm talking about? The point I'm talking about is stage play and the Central Academy of Drama. When you think of stage play, you think of the Central Academy of Drama. Beijing Film Academy doesn't have that atmosphere!"

Lin Nan was so angry that he laughed. Lao Jiang is also a gossiper.

There is another reason why he chose to film at the Central Academy of Drama, which is that he can recruit teachers and actors from the Central Academy of Drama to act as extras and minor supporting roles;

And the Central Academy of Drama fully cooperates and supports it, but Beijing Film Academy doesn't have this advantage.

"Okay, okay, I've already criticized them. But your new movie will definitely be hotly discussed at that time. This setting is really amazing. Haha..."

Not long after, Lin Nan hung up Lao Jiang's phone.

Just like the latter, the circle and the two schools are chattering constantly. Everyone is paying attention to the start of Lin Nan's new movie, and it is estimated that it should have started!

...

On the 6th, 180 million; on the 7th, 249 million; on the 8th, 197 million.

In the first three days of the weekend, "Captain America 3" earned 626 million yuan at the box office.

Since the 9th, when it entered the working day, its daily box office plummeted to 60 million and 50 million, but its box office potential has not diminished at all...

At the same time, "Love in Seattle 2" was released for 12 days, and the total box office officially exceeded 900 million, reaching 910 million; so far, its daily box office is still more than 16 million... The 1 billion box office mark seems to be just around the corner, just waiting for a leap!

In addition, "A Hundred Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix" has been released for 5 days, and it has also been "pointed at" by the circle for 5 days; what everyone "pointed at" was not the quality of the movie, but the movie's scheduling.

The 9 theaters including China Film Group were extremely embarrassed. Not only did they fail to fulfill their promise to support "strong scheduling", but they also cut the scheduling again.

As a result, the scheduling rate of this movie dropped from 1.9% on the first day to 1.2% and 1.01%.

Fortunately, "A Hundred Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix" has finally raised its daily box office to seven figures with the promotion of a group of filmmakers and its own film reviews; and the daily box office seems to be growing slowly... This is undoubtedly a good sign.

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei are enjoying the last pleasant time before joining the crew. Including today, there are only 4 days left.

"The shooting progress of "Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms" has reached the last 30%, and it is expected to be completed before the end of the middle of next month."

After Liu Yifei received Jiang Xingrou's call, she excitedly told Lin Nan the news.

"It is estimated that soon after the completion of the shooting, there will be TV stations asking about it without waiting for the post-production.

In recent years, the price of TV series has soared, especially this type of subject matter is very popular, and it is also produced by Lin Nan Pictures... Under the reputation, the price can only be high, not low!"

Lin Nan raised Miss Liu's chin and teased "frivolously".

"I know, I know."

Liu Yifei opened Lin Nan's hand, raised her head slightly and glared at him proudly, then followed suit with interest, "Good boy, hehe..."

The Cannes International Film Festival officially opened in the afternoon of domestic time.

Although there were no Chinese-language films participating in the competition, there were many Chinese-language stars; especially the press releases of female stars, which began to flood the Weibo screen again.

Lin Nan didn't pay much attention to these, because the crew's work was enough to keep him busy.

Although there were more than three days left, the gathering of the shooting team, the arrival of equipment, and the advance martial law on the shooting site... all had to be paid attention to from time to time.

However, Lin Nan still paid special attention to several movies that were about to be released.

The imported film "Super Brain 48 Hours" on the 13th, the imported films "Angry Birds" and "Divergent 3: Allegiant" on the 20th...These are all mountains in front of domestic films.

Speaking of domestic films, Lin Nan found it funny.

Jiang Wenli is now on the same path as Liu Xiaoqing. She likes to act in romantic movies with young male actors who are a dozen or twenty years younger than her.

Look, "Goodbye, Never See You Again" on the 13th is of this type, and it is a teacher-student love story. Jiang Wenli is the teacher, tut tut tut...

...

"In the morning, a team of more than 150 behind-the-scenes film practitioners and engineers from three film and television companies, Linnan Films, Guangguang, and Xiying, appeared at the Capital Airport and chartered a plane to Hollywood..."

"According to the person in charge of the Xiying team, the 150-person team is the Chinese participating member of the Sino-US co-produced science fiction blockbuster "Pacific Rim 2";

The preparation, formal shooting and completion of this project are expected to take about half a year to 10 months...

When the subsequent film starts shooting, the 150-person team will also return to China with the Warner and Lionsgate teams to shoot... Some engineers will participate in post-production."

On the morning of the 12th, the news of "Pacific Rim 2" once again swept the entire network.

No one in the entire Chinese film industry can be indifferent to this huge production with an investment of up to 165 million US dollars. Everyone has mixed feelings.

China Film Group.

La Peikang looked at the news about "Pacific Rim 2" on the Internet, and there was always a bad taste in his heart, and his face hurt.

"Boss La, the Navy has not yet agreed. It seems that the lineup of producers will have to wait until they have finished the script and selected the director."

The secretary's report brought La Peikang back to his senses. This situation is not what he wants to see.

"It's harder than the Air Force?!"

According to La Peikang's idea, he still hopes to be close to the water, so that China Film can take the initiative in the subsequent process of determining the producer lineup, just under Hai Zheng, to win over and exclude some people...

But now it seems that his idea is difficult to realize. Because Hai Zheng was obviously much more cautious, China Film tried to bring it up several times, but there was no response and no chance was given.

"Has Lin Nan's "Marriage Story" been turned on?" La Peikang stopped thinking about Hai Zheng. He changed the subject and asked something else.

"It has not been started yet, and there is no news about the start-up time, but the industry estimates that it will be within the next few days. Because the filming team of Lin Nan Pictures went to China Theater, and China Theater's drama auditorium has also posted Turn off notifications, setting the scene.”

"It's really low-key this time."

La Peikang couldn't help but sigh, and then waved his hand, indicating that the secretary could go out.

A few minutes later, only La and Kang were left in the office. He thought of the candidate list of directors submitted by Han Sanping, including Lin Nan.

"If the intended candidate from Haizheng is really you, will you accept it? If you accept it, Lin Nan Pictures should be able to get the share. But after accepting it, if China Film also gets the share, will you be counted? How about working with China Film Group again?”

La Peikang murmured in his heart, and couldn't help but reveal a smile on his face, "It's very interesting."

Hengdian, the crew of "Three Lives, Three Worlds, Ten Miles of Peach Blossom".

In the absence of Lin Nan and Liu Yifei, the one with the highest status in the crew is Jiang Yuerou, followed by Shu Chang and Reba.

After all, one is an executive of Lin Nan Pictures, one is the "sister" of the boss and his wife, and the other is a "fresh graduate" and direct descendant signed by Lin Nan Pictures. Well, he can also be said to be a partner now!

"So, after this movie, your next movie will be "Pacific Rim 2"?"

Shu Chang looked at Reba in surprise. The latter was really tight-lipped, and he had never let anything slip by accident until today.

"Sister Shu Chang, I still have a lot of announcements to make before joining the group."

Reba smiled sheepishly. After the drama is finished, probably in early July, she will fly to Warner Bros. to have her body measured to determine how she will look in the movie.

"Hey, are you showing off?"

Shu Chang joked with a smile that her celebrity status is higher than that of Reba, but in terms of earning power, the ethnic minority girl in front of her who is only 5 years younger than her is much better than her. After all, she is following the star route.

"I don't mean to show off, it's all because of Director Lin and Sister Yifei's care." Reba smiled sweetly, her voice a little soft, and she knew Shu Chang was joking with her.

"You two, stop talking and get ready to turn on the phone.

By the way, Changchang, the shooting schedule for your scene has been adjusted, and time will be set aside for you to fly back to the capital. "

Jiang Yuerou stood at the door of the dressing room, rarely reminding the assistant to the first and second female leads.

"Okay, thank you, Sister Jiang." Shu Chang heard this and immediately responded with a smile.

"Adjust the scene? Go back to the capital? Sister Shu Chang, are you busy?" Now it was Reba's turn to be confused.

"Hey, I have a guest role." Shu Chang raised his eyebrows and made a riddle.

The stars are shining brightly.

Since returning from Hollywood in early March, Jing Tian has hardly left the house except for necessary announcements.

As the unofficial heroine of "Pacific Rim 2", she has been preparing for this movie. She has read the script she got from Lin Nan Films many times.

"Tiantian, your flight is at 10:30 tomorrow morning. Your assistant and bodyguard will accompany you to Warner to confirm your transformation.

In addition, I just got the news that "Pacific Rim 2" will be launched roughly at the end of October or early November. After that, you will have to coordinate the promotion of "The Great Wall". Fortunately, most of the scenes of the former were shot in the Oriental Film Capital. It’s in China…”

Lu Zheng returned to the company angrily and warned Jing Tian. With two A-level Sino-US co-productions, Jing Tian can be said to be the only one in the domestic film industry in the past two years.

"Well, I understand, Uncle Lu."

Jing Tian, ​​who had just put on makeup and prepared to attend the brand's event, nodded knowingly. She originally thought about going to visit the cast of "Marriage Story" in two days, but now she can only talk about it after returning from Hollywood.

…

The last three days before the launch seemed to pass very quickly.

As of the morning of the 14th, the total box office of "Captain America 3", which was released for eight days, officially surpassed "Love in Seattle 2" which was released for half a month.

The former has a total revenue of 1.01 billion, while the latter’s total box office has reached 952 million!

As of now, the daily box office of the two movies is very different. "Captain America 3" still has more than 40 million, while "Love in Seattle 2" dropped to just over 9 million.

As for other domestic films, without exception, they are all cannon fodder, including Jiang Wenli's "Goodbye, Never See You Again".

Not only that, the movie reviews on the Internet are not very good, they are all mocking Jiang Wenli for eating young grass, a bit too greasy!

At the same time, the film market has undoubtedly returned to a deserted situation after a brief recovery and climax during the May Day period.

From the perspective of the industry, the next big leap in the market can only wait for the summer season.

However, at the moment, a domestic film with a box office of nearly 1 billion is still the focus of attention in the industry, because it is very likely to be the last Chinese film with a box office of 1 billion in the first half of the year.

After all, there will be no good schedules or domestic blockbusters before the end of June.

With a difference of 48 million and a daily box office of more than 8 million, "Love in Seattle 2" will undoubtedly cross the 1 billion box office threshold, because its reputation is still strong!

"Let Sister Xue take care of the celebration banquet. Just talk to Yue Jun. 1 billion is definitely no problem. If Sister Xue is still a little worried, take them to a few more promotions..."

Lin Nan answered Xue Xiaolu's call there, talking about the celebration banquet and the box office. As the heroine, Yang Mi is very active and posts several Weibo posts every day to sprint for the movie box office.

Liu Yifei, who was leaning on Lin Nan, was holding a tablet and reading the news of the Cannes International Film Festival. Gong Li just arrived there today. The treatment given by foreign media is undoubtedly the best among Chinese film actresses!

"Let Yue Jun attend on behalf of me and Yifei..."

"Is it time to start filming?" Hearing Lin Nan's words, Xue Xiaolu reacted instantly.

At this point, there was no need to hide it, so Lin Nan smiled and replied, "Tomorrow morning, the first scene at the Central Academy of Drama."

A few minutes later, Lin Nan hung up the phone with a smile.

Liu Yifei put her phone close to him and said, "Teacher Hui Yinghong has boarded the plane and will arrive at the Capital Airport at noon. She and Xun Ge'er don't need to come to the scene tomorrow, right?"

"No, I'll come to the crew when I have a role to play, and try to be concise and low-key."

"Then I'll reply to them."

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei stayed at home for the last day, and went to bed early at night. Because they had to go to the scene and do makeup at more than six o'clock the next morning to prepare for the start of filming in the morning.

The next day, early morning.

It was still dawn when Director Lin was woken up by Liu Yifei. When it came to work, she was never careless, and she had to put aside any morning grumpiness!

Outside the Central Academy of Drama, outside the drama auditorium.

More than 20 school security personnel, including the staff of Lin Nan Film, were firmly guarding.

Because at a glance, it was full of students, definitely no less than 200 people;

Many of them were holding breakfast in their hands, eating while waiting to join in the fun, while another part of them were holding their mobile phones to post on WeChat Moments and Weibo...

The filming team of more than 30 people, as well as Lin Nan, Liu Yifei, extras, and supporting actors, have also been in place one after another. At this time, the time has just reached 7 o'clock in the morning.

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei share a dressing room, and the makeup artists and stylists are busy non-stop...

Time passed by minute by minute, until more than 8 o'clock in the morning, the crew's preparations were about to be completed.

And the student group outside has quadrupled, and the Central Academy of Drama has to double the number of security personnel;

Online and in the circle, public opinion is boiling and lively, and countless media are rushing to the Central Academy of Drama; but wanting to come in is purely wishful thinking.

"Produced jointly by Lin Nan Film and Red Star Wood, written and directed by Lin Nan, produced by Liu Yifei, and starring Liu Yifei, Lin Nan, Zhou Xun and others, the realistic love literary drama "Marriage Story" started shooting in a low-key manner at the Drama Hall of the Central Academy of Drama this morning..."

"According to many students of the Central Academy of Drama, the security level outside the shooting site of the movie "Marriage Story" is quite high, and no strangers are allowed to approach..."

...

The movie information and on-site photos and videos on the Internet have attracted the attention of most of the film and television circles.

"Lin Nan's "Marriage Story" has started shooting in a low-key manner?"

At the Xiangyang Tangcheng Film and Television Base, even Chen Kaige couldn't help but pay attention to Lin Nan's "low-key" movie. After all, he is a director of the same level as him!

"In fact, the best choice is Director Lin, he is too young... Once a personal relationship is established..."

Chen Hong followed Chen Kaige and whispered while admiring the scenery of the Tangcheng Film and Television Base after the rain.

Hearing this, Director Chen did not speak, but his face looked a little bad.

Of course, he knew that being young was the biggest advantage in the director circle, not to mention that he had already achieved such a high level of success at such a young age!

"Hasn't you already got a youth film? Let Feiyu try it first. Although I don't like this kind of movie, young people nowadays really like it... Let's see how it goes later and make plans later."

"Well, okay."

...

In the dressing room, Lin Nan and Ning Hao stared at each other, while Liu Yifei covered her mouth and laughed.

"Why are you here?"

"I'm free anyway, so why don't I come over and help you shout 'click'? By the way, I can appreciate your performance as a couple and take a close look at the 'shooting highlights'."

As he spoke, Ning Hao showed a malicious smile.

"Then thank you very much!"

Lin Nan rolled his eyes, tacitly accepting the good intention.

"Hey, Director Ning, how did you get in?" At this time, Liu Yifei also reacted, and there was a "martial law" outside!

"Yifei, what are you saying? Who am I? I am a big director in the industry. Can the Central Academy of Drama stop me? I can't wait to welcome you. Besides, with our relationship, would the people from Hongxingwu and Linnan Film dare to stop me? Haha..."

"I'll deduct their bonuses later!" Linnan was amused by Ning Hao, and so was Liu Yifei, who echoed, "Yes, deduct bonuses, hehe..."

When Ning Hao heard this, he immediately became energetic and added fuel to the fire with a smile:

"It was Yue Jun who let me in. Remember to deduct all his year-end bonuses this year. And Yifei's assistant, didn't stop me..."

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