That year Huayu

Zhang Weiping sat in the office with a gloomy face.

The person below told him that the company account received feedback from Weibo in the background.

If you continue to frequently upload illegal content, your account may be banned for a period of time.

"Made!"

Zhang Weiping didn't think this was a coincidence. In his opinion, this was aimed at him!

"It seems like that's what he came for that day?!" Zhang Weiping thought of something.

After that day, Zhang Yimou never interfered with the post again until the long post on Weibo was deleted.

"Did he find someone to do it?"

Zhang Weiping knew very well that with Zhang Yimou's status, this was really possible.

But thinking of Zhang Yimou's attitude and words that day, Zhang Weiping couldn't suppress the anger in his heart.

In his opinion, without himself, Zhang Yimou would not be where he is today.

It was Zhang Weiping who raised funds again and again, so that Zhang Yimou's movies, awards, and honors were created...

In his eyes, Zhang Yimou should stay in the new scene honestly instead of betraying him.

"The most important thing now is "Thirteen Hairpins", and we will talk about it later."

At this moment, Zhang Weiping decided to put aside the matter of Zhang Yimou's "white-eyed wolf" and get down to business.

…………

"Lin, long time no see."

Lin Nan smiled and teased: "James, you called me from across the Pacific. To be honest, I'm a little flattered.

However, you'd better just come to me to catch up on old times, haha..."

Lin Nan would not believe that Wen Ziren had nothing serious to do when he called him.

"Lin, don't say it so nakedly.

It's been a long time since the Happy Death Day series, and I've talked about it with Tom before, you know what I mean? "

"Huh? I really don't understand, Tom didn't tell me anything!"

"Oh, fuck. That fat guy will die in a woman's bed sooner or later. I've been talking to him for a week..."

Listening to Wen Ziren complaining about Tom, Lin Nan found it funny.

Because it is really possible that Tom will meet their God in this way.

"Okay, if you have anything serious to say, tell him quickly. I'll deduct his bonus later." Lin Nan said with a smile.

"I want The Conjuring, you know, I really like the script..."

James Wan stated his purpose very simply, which was the horror film "The Conjuring".

As for the cooperation model, he wants to be jointly produced by Crystal Pictures and James Wan Studio like "Happy Death Day".

To be honest, Lin Nan has no reason to refuse. James Wan is simply talented in horror films!

But at this time, Lin Nan also thought of what Wen Ziren mentioned just now.

Logically speaking, Tom is not the kind of person to delay business, so why did he delay James Wan for a week?

Unless there are other reasons, such as distribution plans.

"Let's not talk about anything else. If I give you the script of "The Conjuring" series, how are you going to distribute it with Crystal Pictures, or how much do you want?"

"Lin, I want 50%. You should know that in horror movies, I'm worth this price."

really! Lin Nan muttered in his heart.

At the time of "Happy Death Day", the two companies were 70%, Crystal Pictures 70%, and James Wan 30%.

I didn't expect that this time it would be 50-50 when I opened my mouth. No wonder Tom wanted to leave Wen Ziren alone.

"James, if it were before, I could make the decision alone. Not now. Tom is also a shareholder, so we have to discuss it with him..."

Lin Nan made a half-truth excuse and asked Wen Ziren to wait for two days.

"Okay, Lin. I'm waiting for your reply."

…………

During the period between the end of October and the beginning of November, the movie market seemed to be dominated by "Rise of the Planet of the Apes".

This imported film is obviously aiming for a box office of over 200 million, with its daily revenue reaching nearly 20 million every day.

This makes Huayi's "Starry Sky" and Shanghai Film's "Hello!" "Mr. Tree" are all feeling the pressure.

Before, Wang Baoqiang warmly invited Lin Nan.

So on the day of the premiere on the 1st, Lin Nan also went to support the show, mainly because Jia Zhangke also called him. The latter is one of the film's producers and producers.

The location of the premiere was a bit clever, it was at the Nortel Auditorium.

"Next time there's a movie, feel free to say hello if you need anything."

Ren Zhonglun's tone really made Lin Nan a little uncomfortable. It was not easy to accept such soft words. Sometimes once there is a crisis of trust, it really goes a long way.

"Dr. Ren, you're welcome."

Lin Nan's position is a bit awkward today. He is from the directing department.

But on the left and right, one is Wang Jinsong, the director of the acting drama, and the other is Lao Zhou, who has been his tutor for one semester.

"Don't look at it. It's hard to sit here?" Lao Zhou looked at Lin Nan and joked.

"As you said, don't you see a lot of acquaintances here and want to say hello?"

Lin Nan smiled, and even Wang Jinsong beside him looked at him with an expression as if he was trying to fool him again.

The movie starts.

No wonder Wang Baoqiang was able to win the Best Actor Award at the Vladivostok Film Festival with this movie.

That kind of psychotic state was indeed performed by him in a "superior" manner.

With this kind of mental illness, if you go out and set up a stall to tell fortunes, maybe the business will be really booming.

Especially the gesture of smoking has a different charm and feels great!

"Teacher Wang, as far as Wang Baoqiang's acting skills in this film are concerned, there is absolutely no problem in beating nearly ten students from the acting department."

Lin Nan couldn't help but sigh. He is in the 2002 class. He is in his 11th class this year, but he must be in the last 10 classes!

Hearing this, Lao Zhou looked a little unhappy. Wang Jinsong nodded.

"Well, it's indeed very good. His performance is very lifelike, and he feels like he's back to his original nature.

When their movie is released, I will ask the school to communicate and put this movie into the teaching films of the acting department..."

Hearing this, Lin Nan was a little confused. Is he so decisive?

An actor who came from a wild background and entered the teaching video of the acting department?

"No kidding, Wang Baoqiang's performance in this movie and those few scenes qualify him for this."

…

When the movie ended, Wang Baoqiang came over with a smile on his face.

When he saw any Nortel teacher, he would bow his head and say hello.

"Director Lin, what do you think of my performance in this movie?"

"Well, very good. Director Wang just said that the scene of you smoking will be included in the teaching film."

Lin Nan said with a smile, and saw that Wang Baoqiang had already begun to bow towards Wang Jinsong.

…

"I may contact you again later. I hope your schedule will be OK by then."

Lin Nan patted Wang Baoqiang on the shoulder and said something, which made the latter very excited.

Many people nearby heard what Lin Nan said to Wang Baoqiang, and the actors all looked envious.

"Thank you, Director Lin. If you can get mine, just tell me. The schedule will be absolutely fine..."

Wang Baoqiang has his signature smile on his face.

…………

After returning that day, Lin Nan also posted a message on Weibo.

"I recommend a good movie, "Hello! Mr. Tree", which will be released on the 4th. Mr. Tree deserves an actor trophy."

He also liked Wang Baoqiang and Jia Zhangke, and soon received their thanks.

…

The media and theater screenings of "Thirteen Hairpins" have been thoroughly promoted.

As the domestic film with the largest investment released this year, everyone from the film bureau to the general audience is looking forward to this movie.

Nearly forty theater chains across the country are gearing up to get a sneak peek at the show.

"You keep an eye on that side. If he takes action in advance, you can be prepared."

Lin Nan said to Yue Jun, who nodded, "Yeah, I'm paying attention."

Ever since Zhang Yimou asked him for help a few days ago, Lin Nan had guessed that there should be a showdown between the two.

The unreleased "Thirteen Hairpins" is the last bond between them.

Once this movie ends, the two partners who have worked together for sixteen years will completely break up.

With Zhang Weiping's character, some shitty things are definitely inevitable.

…………

The matter of "The Conjuring" cannot be delayed for too long.

Lin Nan took the initiative to contact Tom.

"Dear Lin, everything is normal in the company. The "Twilight" series is in production on its last installment, and the movies it has invested in are also progressing normally..."

"What I want to ask is about The Conjuring. Did you forget to tell me?"

Lin Nan said with a slightly serious tone, and Tom on the other end of the phone suddenly became energetic.

"Did James look for you? I wanted to keep him out for a while. He was too greedy. He actually wanted 50%. This script is much more exciting than the previous "Happy Death Day"..."

Lin Nan knew that he was right, it was Tom who did it on purpose.

"Let me guess, did you respond to him with 73 Kai?"

"Yes, that's what I said. We didn't reach an agreement in the end. He asked me to consult your opinion. I decided to let him go for a while."

"Have you never thought that he would think that I was dragging him down? You are a scammer." Lin Nan cursed angrily.

There was silence for a few seconds, "Oh, Lin, I'm so sorry, I really didn't consider this, so what should I do now?"

Lin Nan thought for a while, "Give him 40% of the investment share, but the post-production special effects will be charged as normal.

If we still can’t reach an agreement, we will continue to put it on hold and find someone to take on the project again after a while..."

"Okay, no problem. I'll take care of it."

Seeing that he was about to hang up the phone, Lin Nan couldn't help but complain:

"You should calm down and find less female celebrities. I can hear the voice calling you to take a shower together through the phone. Mad, sooner or later you will die in a woman's bed..."

"Hahaha, no way. I hired a Chinese doctor to help me recuperate. Well, it's recuperation, right?"

Lin Nan was suddenly speechless. This guy had done such a good job in preparation, and he even knew how to seek treatment from a Chinese medicine practitioner!

"I heard you cursing from far away. It was Tom, right?"

At this time, Liu Yifei, wearing home clothes, walked in from the gate, followed by a barking team.

"Yes, it's that guy. We are negotiating about "The Conjuring" and James Wan wants the script..."

Liu Yifei couldn't help laughing when she heard that Tom almost cheated Lin Nan.

"He's quite stupid, so the bonus must be deducted, that's what I said. Haha..."

Lin Nan glanced at Liu Yifei, how dare you call others stupid?

"What's that look in your eyes? You must be saying bad things about me in your heart!"

Miss Liu decisively noticed Lin Nan's thoughts, frowned and glared over.