That year Huayu

Chapter 1132 "Mermaid 2"; private goods...

On a new day, "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" suddenly topped the list of popular film and television entertainment searches, and the selling point of "sentiment" was once again added.

Originally, the industry thought that Zhou Xingchi would no longer be able to do marketing like he did when "The Mermaid" was released, but everyone really didn't expect that the promotion team of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" actually came up with a plan.

Just yesterday afternoon at the promotional event, the film crew directly used "shill"!

The negative comment "In the past, we owed Zhou Xingchi a movie ticket, but now Zhou Xingchi owes us a movie ticket" directly frightened hundreds of guests at the scene, and the media was excited.

Unlike the leading actors who were caught off guard and at a loss, the two great directors Xu Ke and Zhou Xingchi acted quite calmly, as if they were well prepared.

Immediately, the latter completed a new "publicity" in front of the media - based on feelings, it went one step further:

"No one owes me movie tickets. No one has ever owed me movie tickets. But if you say I owe the audience, I admit it. I often feel this way. I owe the audience a lot.

I don’t know how much longer I can make movies, but I hope I can make one more movie... maybe one day I won’t be able to make anymore, next year or the year after?

At that time, I don’t know if I can pay it back to the fans. I wonder how long it will take for everyone to forget that there is a person named Zhou Xingchi? Well, actually it’s a good thing to forget quickly, just remember the work..."

To be honest, in the eyes of some discerning people in the industry, Huayi's behavior of arranging "child care" is a bit too deliberate; but I have to admit that this method is really effective and is the most suitable for Zhou Xingchi.

There is no way other great directors can learn this trick, because they are not the former, not the "Kings of Comedy" on the screen in those years.

In Lin Nan's view, the fact that Zhou Xingchi, who was not good at words in the past, could say such a long list of "heartfelt words" on that occasion meant that he was no longer the Zhou Xingchi he used to be.

Today's "King of Comedy" only wants to make money. As for the work? That's secondary. Maybe it’s not even ranked second in my heart, right? Tyrants on set are definitely a thing of the past!

"To put it bluntly, he is trying to save the box office of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons". In order to stop the decline in the Japanese box office, he has already begun to sell miserably in public!"

Ning Hao gently tossed the little golden monkey that Lin Nan gave to his son and sighed with a sigh on his face.

"But this kind of Zhou Xingchi is the Zhou Xingchi that the capital circle likes." Lin Nan couldn't help but joked that the former's attributes as a businessman have completely overwhelmed his own attributes as a filmmaker.

"By the way, I heard some gossip in the past two days." Suddenly, Ning Hao muttered to Lin Nan mysteriously.

"What?"

"It seems that "Mermaid 2" is on the agenda. You are the largest investor in the first film. Didn't they tell you about it?"

Seeing Ning Hao's playful eyebrow raising, Lin Nan frowned slightly. He really didn't catch the news.

"Huh?" At this moment, the vibrating sound of the mobile phone on the table accidentally attracted the attention of the two of them.

"The ventilation you mentioned, maybe it's coming now?"

Lin Nan smiled and murmured, and then answered Ren Zhonglun's call, "Director Ren?"

"We have received news from Zhou Xingchi that the script of "Mermaid 2" has begun, and the project is planned to be prepared in the second half of the year. I will personally come to convey some of the situation to you:

At that time, our two families can continue to participate in the investment, but the share will definitely not be as large as the first one; after all, you know clearly that the sequel is destined to have no shortage of investment, and the initiative lies in Xinghui's hands..."

"Sorry for the trouble, Director Ren. Let's discuss this matter later. It's too early now."

"Well, okay, let's hang up first."

Looking at Ning Hao with an envious face across from him, Lin Nan didn't know what to say and could only sigh speechlessly:

"'Conquering Demons', 'Mermaid', 'Conquering Demons', and 'Mermaid 2', he is really striking while the iron is hot without taking any rest? The Zhou Xingchi from before is indeed gone!"

"Nonsense, what about a profitable IP? With the on-site movie market and Zhou Xingchi's urination, it must be striking while the iron is hot.

Eh? wrong. I remember that in the first film, it seemed that La Dong was the one who pulled the strings for you, right? Why is it Ren this time..."

Before Ning Hao finished his second sentence, he slapped himself in the mouth: "Bah, look at my memory."

"You are definitely affected by kidney deficiency. Just take it easy."

Lin Nan snarled angrily, then got up and walked to the villa. Liu Yifei and Xing Aina are discussing about going to Qingdao to visit the class. They must have a plan.

…

In the afternoon, the news that Huang Xiaoming, who was on his first day back to work, handed out a large red envelope to the crew of "The Wind in the Fire" made headlines, giving people the impression that he is the producer?

But is it understandable? For a male chauvinist, the joy of becoming a father is naturally exciting and he hopes to share it with others.

Therefore, more than 500 people on the crew were affected by the reasonable rain and dew - a single red envelope, 500 yuan.

However, when it comes to which piece of entertainment information is the most popular online, it must undoubtedly belong to an entrepreneur named Liu.

His remarks directly took over Big Pharaoh's "a small goal" and became the focus of ridicule and complaints on the Internet at the beginning of the new year:

"I am face-blind, which means I can't tell who is beautiful and who is not. To be honest, I am not with her because she is beautiful, because I don't know whether she is beautiful or not..."

Well, successful entrepreneurs always tell the funniest jokes in a serious manner, stimulating public emotions and subverting public perception!

Film Bureau.

Even Zhang Hongsen couldn't help laughing after reading the interview news online. This is just like what the president of China Construction Bank said, "Banks are a vulnerable group." It's really funny.

On the side, the secretary who just came in was also smiling. He was waiting for the leader to speak.

No, it has been three days since China Film sent the application for the extension key of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Monsters"; and Jackie Chan Pictures, the producer of "Kung Fu Yoga", finally submitted the extension application this afternoon come over.

After laughing, he turned off the news, and Zhang Hongsen asked calmly: "Who is the publisher of "Kung Fu Yoga"?"

The secretary naturally understood the meaning of the leader's words and immediately replied:

"The domestic distributor is Sparkle Pictures, and China Film and Television are both co-distributors. The one who submitted the extension key application is also Sparkle Pictures, the first distributor. China Film should not know about it."

"When is the next batch?"

"Number 9."

Hearing this, Zhang Hongsen nodded: "Then let's put it on the 9th, for "Kung Fu Yoga"!"

"Okay, Zhang Ju."

When the secretary left the office, the expression on Zhang Hongsen's face suddenly became much more serious.

He thought about China Film Group, La Peikang would definitely have opinions and even be angry in his heart; but let it be like that, no mistakes could be made at the critical moment, no favors could be tolerated.

"This is the last year. From next year, China Film Group will no longer be a subordinate department of mine, and I will no longer be your supervisor!"

…

At nine o'clock in the morning the next day, Hai Zheng took the lead in announcing the launch information of "Operation Red Sea", which immediately spread throughout the Internet.

"Controlled by Hai Zheng, co-produced by China Film, Shanghai Film and Lin Nan Pictures, co-directed by Guo Fan and Lu Yang, starring Zhang Yi, Luo Jin, Yu Nan, Zhang Ruoyun, Jiao Junyan, Xie Ba and others;

The navy-themed commercial blockbuster "Operation Red Sea", adapted from the Yemeni evacuation incident, officially started shooting in Casablanca on the afternoon of the 4th, Moroccan time, that is, around 10 o'clock last night, domestic time! "

"According to the aviation administration, the crew of the air force-themed commercial blockbuster "Sky Hunter" has completed the training of all the main actors before New Year's Eve, and the movie will start shooting in the near future..."

Before Lin Nan went out, Liu Yifei had already set off to meet Xing Aina. The two of them and their assistant were going to visit the "A Good Show" class.

As for transportation, it was naturally the high-speed rail; the group bought business seats so they could enjoy the scenery along the way. The crew will also send someone to pick up the car.

"Arrangements have been made for the filming team of "The God of Medicine" and all the behind-the-scenes staff to leave for the train on the morning of the 9th. The hotel has also been booked. It is a four-star hotel... All preparations before the start of filming are in place."

As soon as he arrived at the company, before Lin Nan's butt was even hot, Jiang Yuerou came over to report on his work. "I'm Not the God of Medicine" is about to start filming, and as a director, he really has to leave early to get there.

"As long as you are ready, I will set off on the morning of the 10th. As for the Lantern Festival, let's celebrate it over there." Lin Nan nodded and said with a smile.

"Oh, by the way, there is also the opening ceremony. Director Lin, Shanghai Film and Television Films, and others are asking, do we really not hold a launching ceremony?"

"No more, this movie will be launched in a low-key manner, and the premiere will be high-key!"

"Okay, I'll get back to them later."

After exchanging a few words, Jiang Yanrou left Lin Nan's office. At this time, Director Lin also saw the email from Tom, "No. 13?"

A team composed of Crystal Pictures, Warner Bros. and Lionsgate will arrive at the Capital Airport on the morning of the 13th, and then go to Qingdao to visit the production of "Pacific Rim 2."

What this guy Tom means is that before he leaves China and returns to Hollywood, he will make a special trip to "The God of Medicine" to see Lin Nan and Liu Yifei.

"Day by day, the plan is going pretty well."

Lin Nan couldn't help laughing and complaining. After a while, he looked through the pile of invitations from the company that had been accumulated over the past few days.

Ying Huang's "Battle of the God of Cookery" will be released on the 10th, with the premiere on the 8th;

The imported film "Xx: Return" was also released on the 10th, but the premiere press conference was held on the 7th. Donnie Yen and Wu Yifan were supporting actors...

"Um?"

Lin Nan saw the invitation letter sent by Jingxi Culture.

Jingxi Culture and Wu Ershan's Changshengtian Pictures will hold a large-scale media press conference and the opening ceremony of "Fengshen Training Camp" on the 11th. Both in terms of specifications and scale, it is top-notch!

At the same time, Changshengtian Pictures.

At this moment, Wu Ershan already had a mentality that he was about to "leap over the dragon's gate".

In his opinion, the establishment and preparation of "Fengshen Training Camp" is undoubtedly one of the best initiatives in the entire Chinese film industry.

Even if we go back ten, twenty, or even thirty years, in the film and television industry, only the preparation process and news of "A Dream of Red Mansions" can surpass "The Trilogy of the Gods"!

"In "The Trilogy of the Gods," I am going to add some of my own ideas to it." Looking at the person across the desk, Wu Ershan said bluntly.

"As a film director's personal stuff?" Song Ge joked. In his eyes, that was all. After all, many directors like to put personal stuff in their films.

"Well, that's about it." Wu Ershan paused for a moment, then nodded seriously. He wanted to add a lot of things!

"In addition, I want to tell Mr. Song in advance. Jingxi Culture wants a film project, so I will keep the people in the training camp myself."

"Well, what do you mean?"

"If the actors selected in the Fengshen training camp want to get a role, they must sign with my company. Otherwise, why should such a big project be given to them?" Wu Ershan said resolutely.

"Okay, Jingxi Culture doesn't do artist management business anyway!" Song Ge nodded.

"There's one last thing." After a few seconds of silence, Wu Ershan's tone suddenly became more serious.

"Say it, and start preparing for the press conference after you're done. Let's go through the process." Song Ge urged casually.

"Given that there are too few ethnic minorities in the current mainstream film industry, I will prefer ethnic minority amateurs for the main young roles throughout the three films in the Fengshen Training Camp..."

"Isn't your reason a bit too far-fetched?" Song Ge frowned.

"Mr. Song, I am an ethnic minority! Is this reason enough?"

Song Ge was speechless with this sentence. He had some guesses about the "private goods" mentioned by Wu Ershan. After a long time, he nodded, "It's up to you."

...

A phone call was made to the crew of "Pacific Rim 2".

"Uncle Lu?"

"Have you asked for leave?"

"Well, after finishing the filming this afternoon, there will be a high-speed train at around 5 o'clock, and you can arrive in the capital in the evening." Jing Tian answered seriously with the phone in hand.

Then a sigh came from the other end of the phone, "Originally, I was going to go by myself. But after thinking about it, it's your business after all, you'd better be there."

"I've always thought so, I should be there."

Speaking of this, Jing Tian paused, and his voice became much smaller, very unconfident: "But, is it really possible? Brother Lin has no artist management business for a long time..."

"Won't you know at the lunch the day after tomorrow?

And you should know that all the first-line actresses and female stars in the film and television industry are always under the public's attention. After I leave, you need a clear backer!"

"Uncle Lu, I... I know."

"Okay, let's talk again tomorrow after you come back."

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