That year Huayu

Events like the Harper's Bazaar Charity Dinner often best reflect the current situation of the film and television entertainment industry;

Big-name actors and stars in the industry may not necessarily have the time or schedule to attend, but those who attend are definitely not minor roles or has-been artists, at least they are starting in the second-tier and mid-range of the industry.

And last night, the total amount of charity raised, which was almost double the amount of just over 40 million last year, that is, more than 75 million, also starkly illustrates one thing;

That is: it is getting easier and easier to make money in the film and television entertainment industry! Only when actors and stars earn more can they donate more, right?

However, Liu Yifei's experience of this Harper's Bazaar dinner may not have been very good, because after she came back, she specifically complained to Lin Nan, saying that the auction items were becoming less and less interesting.

In the past, jewelry, luxury bags, and antique collectibles accounted for the majority, and everyone liked them, especially female artists;

But this year, inexplicably, 90% of the auction items are advertising resources, modern paintings, or directly the works of someone in the industry. They are full of capital, um, and deeds.

Lin Nan also understood after hearing this, but isn't this the point? Then he gave Miss Liu a joking analysis and made some suggestions:

“In the future, it will only become more and more commercial and capital-based, because the film and television industry is already so prosperous that it is almost terminally ill, and more dark sides will naturally emerge;

Don’t go to the Harper’s Bazaar Charity Dinner in the future. Donating will be the same wherever you go. If you have that time, you might as well make an appointment with Shu Chang and the others to go shopping. You can pick out what you like..."

Liu Yifei really thought about Director Lin's words, and then nodded with great approval, "Well, then I won't go there in the future. It has changed and is boring."

The next day, early morning.

Chaoyang hasn't shown his face yet, and it's not even eight o'clock yet, but the Internet is already filled with large-scale film and television entertainment news.

"The 73rd Venice International Film Festival has successfully concluded in the early morning of domestic time. The Chinese film "Bitter Money" won the Best Screenplay Award in the Horizon Section..."

"A large number of Chinese-speaking filmmakers have set off from Venice, Toronto and other places to rush to the San Sebastian International Film Festival, which will officially open in six days..."

"Co-produced by Hai Zheng, China Film, Shanghai Film, and Lin Nan Pictures, co-directed by directors Guo Fan and Lu Yang, and supervised by director Lin Nan;

"Operation Red Sea," a commercial blockbuster with a naval military theme, will start auditions this morning at Lin Nan Pictures and officially open the casting call. "

"It is reported that many media and many entertainment reporters have gathered near the Lin Nan Film Company building; many actors and studio vehicles in the industry have arrived one after another..."

"Representatives of the three producers, Hai Zheng, China Film, and Shanghai Film, together with the two directors Guo Fan and Lu Yang, appeared in front of the camera one after another and entered the company... There are security guards downstairs, and confidentiality measures are strict..."

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As the news said, the downstairs of the company is indeed lively, even crowded.

Especially the business cars of actors and entertainers, which take up the most space, and there is a tacit understanding between them at least three to five meters apart, which is quite a "king can't see the king" attitude!

Heavenly colors, outside the office area.

Lin Nan yawned and looked at the crowds of people downstairs with Ning Hao. He had no interest in going to the third floor to join in the fun.

"When I first arrived, I was shocked by the battle. I was stunned for a few seconds before I remembered that there was an audition for "Operation Red Sea" today!" Ning Hao joked to himself with a smile, but his eyes were fixed on the bottom. .

"I came here in my family's BMW today, trying to be as low-key as possible, and I almost got stuck here."

While Lin Nan was talking, he saw several commercial vehicles opening their doors downstairs, and several actors walked out, probably going to the third floor.

"Is this Wang Kai in Noon Sunshine? Zhang Yixing, a top-notch youngster? Huh? Shouldn't Huang Xuan be filming "The Legend of the Demon Cat" in Tangcheng? When did Director Chen become so easy to talk to?"

Faced with Ning Hao's doubts, Lin Nan did not respond immediately; instead, he continued to watch the bustle downstairs, and several security guards stopped a group of reporters who were chasing him.

"It's just an audition, not a sideshow. And "Legend of the Demon Cat" should be halfway through."

"I guess no one from your company is scheduled to attend today, right?" Ning Hao turned around and glanced.

Hearing this, Lin Nan chuckled: "I'm not stupid, it must be from behind. Even if you are suitable, you still have to show off."

"Well, that's true. Here, another outdated child actor. I remember if this Xie Bao played a supporting role in your "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom"?"

Following Ning Hao's words, Lin Nan took a closer look and realized that it was really Xie Bao. "He did play a supporting role in "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom." It's a pity that he is a child actor, and he is very suitable for playing a soldier."

"Only your company's movies can give these people a chance. If they are released outside, they won't get any good resources, and even supporting roles will be difficult!"

"Come in, let me help you catch up. Try to finish the film of "Second Generation Goblin" in these two days, and don't wait around the 15th." Lin Nan did not answer the call, but turned around and entered Tiangong Color.

The audition selection for "Operation Red Sea" has attracted the attention of the entire film industry;

But on the first day of the audition, for the entire day, only Guo Fan, Lu Yang, and people from Hai Zheng, China Film, and Shanghai Film were present. Lin Nan did not show up from beginning to end.

With the late stages of the movie on one side and the sub-shots of "The God of Medicine" on the other, Director Lin really had no intention of wandering around the large conference room on the third floor.

As for the audition, let's just leave it as it is. One more or one less won't make a difference!

"The Murderer" is about to be released. When Lin Nan returned home in the afternoon, he still didn't take off his headphones... It was Cao Baoping on the other end of the phone.

The latter has an advantage that many other directors don't have. That is, he has a full understanding and positioning of his own movies, and never has false fantasies about the box office.

He tactfully told Lin Nan that he was not very optimistic about the box office, and hoped that Lin Nan could be mentally prepared. In fact, Wang Changtian had said this to Lin Nan before, but it didn't matter...

Because the Magic City International Film Festival is also Class A, the copyright price of its award-winning movies may not be sold at a high price, but it will definitely pay back!

"Teacher Cao, take a break in the last 10 days. You don't need to do any more publicity. We can just make the premiere grand."

"You are still calm. But I have another thing to tell you. After "The Murderer" is released, I decided to take a break for two years."

Lin Nan was stunned, then smiled and agreed: "This is your freedom, Teacher Cao. After all, you still have teaching tasks. Your main job is a professor in the Department of Literature."

"The main reason is that I am almost 50 years old and my body can't take it. When I have enough rest and prepare for the next movie, I will bother you again, haha..."

"That's totally fine. I promised Sister Xue that you can come to me anytime."

"That's good, see you at the premiere."

"Yes, see you at the premiere."

Walking into the villa, Lin Nan did not see Liu Yifei, and no one responded when he called out. So he turned and walked to the next door, which should be Liu Xiaoli's side.

Sure enough, as soon as he entered the room, Director Lin saw Producer Liu holding Sanhua and answering the phone. Seeing her serious look, it must be a serious matter.

After a while, after Liu Yifei said "OK" and "No problem" several times, she hung up the phone.

"What's the matter? You look so excited." Lin Nan put his arm around her shoulders and asked curiously.

"It's Director Yan Fei's call. He said that "The Shameful Iron Fist" will be in the batch to be announced tomorrow, and let Hongxingwu cooperate to issue an announcement; the film will be officially approved and the casting will begin."

"He is reminding you in a tactful way: Producer Liu, you can pay! Haha..."

Lin Nan couldn't help but tease, and Liu Yifei immediately reacted and smiled and rolled her eyes at him, "It seems that it's time to pay? Hehe..."

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"At nine o'clock in the morning, the Film Bureau announced the latest list of scripts that have been reviewed. Happy Twist's second comedy film "The Shameful Iron Fist" was surprisingly on ..."

"Happy Twist and Red Starwood Pictures issued a joint announcement: The film "The Shameful Iron Fist" is officially launched and prepared for joint production by the two companies, produced by Happy Twist, and directed by Song Yang;

The film will be starred by Allen, Ma Li, Shen Teng, Tian Yu and others, and the rest of the roles will be invited to audition from the film and television industry from now on..."

"This morning, several films such as "A Chinese Odyssey 3", "July and Ansheng", "Anti-Corruption Storm 2", and "My War" held a high-profile premiere ceremony in Beijing..."

China Film, Chairman's Office.

Since Han Sanping ruthlessly rejected La Peikang on the phone that day, the latter has been holding his breath in his chest for the past few days, neither up nor down, and he is very upset.

What's the difference between those words and slapping him in the face? There is no difference!

There was a sudden knock on the door, and La Peikang, who was browsing online film and television information with a cold face, was awakened. He had been waiting for his secretary for a while.

"Come in."

"Boss La, Director Zhang Yimou and CEO Zhang are here."

"Hmm? You're here so early? Then please come in first." After finding out that it wasn't what he was waiting for, La Peikang was a little disappointed.

"Boss La, I found out." After hearing this, the expression of Chairman Lada softened instantly, not as solemn as before.

In less than two minutes, Zhang Yimou and Zhang Zhao entered the office together.

It was obviously different from the last time they met. Although Zhang Yimou still looked calm, Zhang Zhao was exhausted. La Peikang knew very well that LeTV was having a hard time.

"The official promotion of "The Great Wall" can begin. Director Zhang will lead the team to travel back and forth between China and abroad."

"Boss La is too polite. This is what a director should do, not to mention the high production cost." Zhang Yimou smiled and nodded. He had just been awarded as the director of the Hangzhou Summit performance!

"What about the Oscars? Has it been decided?"

"Universal has confirmed that the Oscars in February will not be without the invitation of the crew of "The Great Wall". In addition, they will be responsible for the promotion of the North American market starting from the awards season." Zhang Zhao responded.

La Peikang invited Zhang Yimou and LeTV to come here today to discuss matters related to "The Great Wall".

In the office, in more than an hour, the three of them successively decided on a series of matters such as publicity, distribution, public screening, and striving for the extension key and overseas market.

It was not until 10 o'clock in the morning that La Peikang looked at Zhang Zhao and asked tentatively after finishing the business:

"Does LeTV intend to sell its share of "The Great Wall"? I know that you seem to have some problems with funds recently?"

As soon as the voice fell, Zhang Zhao's face was no longer smiling; Zhang Yimou subconsciously looked at the former, trying to know the specific situation inside LeTV from his answer.

At this moment, La Peikang, with a smile on his face, had completely "forgotten" Tong Gang's previous instructions to him: make a good separation with LeTV on the "The Great Wall" project, handle official business impartially, and don't have any "personal relationship"!

Because in his opinion, LeTV is now meat on the chopping board, and the ending is already determined!

"Mr. La is joking again. Such a large project, such a high-quality project, isn't it killing the goose to get the eggs if it is sold now? When the movie is released, our stock price will be stimulated? Such a big bargain, China Film can't take it all, right? Haha..."

Zhang Zhaoqiang forced a smile and joked intentionally to break the embarrassing situation in front of him.

Selling it is undoubtedly drinking poison to quench thirst! Because the pit... is too big and too deep! You can only gamble, bet on "The Great Wall"...

This answer made La Peikang's smile pause for a moment, but he didn't show any strange look, just nodded in agreement. And Zhang Yimou felt a lot more at ease at this moment, inexplicably at ease.

La Peikang saw it and felt a little sorry. Although he wanted to give Zhang Yimou some advice, he gave up the idea after thinking about it, as it was useless...

After a while, after sending the two away, La Peikang shook his head and sat back in his chair; it was a pity that he didn't get the share of LeTV!

Now that China Film Co., Ltd. has been listed, "The Great Wall" is no longer just a political achievement... "Performance" in the financial market can also be achieved.

"Speak."

"The script of Mr. Han is a medical theme. There is no precedent in China. It is very bold and involves too many aspects. I feel a little..."

"Be more specific!" Hearing this, La Peikang frowned.

"Mr. La, it's the 'Lu Yong incident' that shocked the health and judicial systems! It was mentioned and debated at the conference..."

For a moment, La Peikang gritted his teeth.

For state-owned enterprises, this is a real "big project"! The successful establishment of the project alone is an unquestionable achievement, which can be written into various reports without a doubt... Not to mention the film.

"Boss Han, you are really..."

The secretary became deaf in an instant and heard nothing.

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Lin Nan took Liu Yifei out for a walk, because today was another day off. Well, Director Ning also took a day off, so it was a good time for everyone to have a meal together, and Huang Bo was also there.

"The Second Generation of Fairies" only needs the last special effects shot. If nothing goes wrong, it will be done tomorrow and the film will be completely completed!

Half lying on the chair, Lin Nan was forced to answer Yue Jun's call, which was really a bummer. Liu Yifei followed Xing Aina and the others to arrange food, because they were having a picnic today.

"So, Guo Fan has decided on the first actor, Xie Miao?"

"Yes, Director Guo said he could give him a relatively front-end supporting role. Director Lin, is there any problem? Or should we cut it?"

"No problem, since Director Guo has decided, then give him a supporting role."

"Okay. By the way, Luo Jin is in line right now, and he will probably be able to audition soon. Tang Yan seems to be accompanying him in his car."

"Well, Lu Yang will arrange it. Is there anything else? If not, just hang up."

"That... Yang Mi, Hu Ge and the others seem to be here."

"Are you kidding? Do you expect her to stay out there for more than half a year? And her current acting skills... are businesslike. In addition, Hu Ge doesn't have that kind of temperament at all... He's also businesslike!"

Lin Nan was so angry that he almost laughed. What were they thinking? Came here to buy lottery tickets?

"Okay, I understand. I'll tell Director Guo and Director Lu later, so I won't disturb Director Lin and Yifei's vacation, haha..."

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