That year Huayu

The dispute between the production industry and theater chains, which lasted for more than half a month, was announced to be over.

But the public opinion in the circle did not end. On the contrary, it became more heated and there was an uproar.

It was all because Zhang Weiping betrayed the "union" he initiated and backstabbed all the producers, just for his own benefit.

Media coverage of this incident took up a lot of space.

"The Film Bureau came forward to mediate, and New Picture has reached a settlement agreement with the eight major theater chains..."

"Zhang Weiping coerces the film industry for personal gain, betrays the industry, and has no moral bottom line!"

"Many production companies in the industry issued announcements to boycott Zhang Weiping and New Picture..."

"It is reported that the full ticket price of "Thirteen Hairpins" will eventually be set at between 70 yuan and 90 yuan."

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Previously, Zhang Weiping asked people to sign a joint agreement and distributed it with great fanfare. Lin Nan Pictures, Huayi and Guangguang did not go.

Looking back now, I see that the companies that signed the agreement have all become the victims of the industry. Not only did it not achieve its goal, but it also offended the theaters...

"Are you saying that he is ruthless or that he is stupid and does not consider the consequences at all?

He was the initiator of this matter from beginning to end, tying the entire industry to the new picture chariot.

There was such a big fuss, but in the end he saw the benefits and jumped out of the car and ran away? ! "

Yue Jun took over Lin Nan's script and said in disbelief.

"Zhang Weiping is a typical person: he forgets his loyalty when he sees small profits.

When he wanted to make a joint agreement, I was worried that something would go wrong, but it did happen. "

Lin Nan remembered the meeting that day and complained.

There is no winner in this matter. If there is, Lin Nan should be considered one...

Zhang Weiping not only offended the entire production industry, but also did not please the theater chain.

Those theater chains that are boycotting "The Thirteen Hairpins" have already issued an announcement, completely showing off their cards. They will not show "The Thirteen Hairpins". Their attitude is very firm!

This means that although Zhang Weiping increased the box office split and the minimum ticket price as he wished, "Thirteen Hairpins" has lost some theaters. The result is still unknown.

On the other side, the new picture and Zhang Weiping's Weibo also exploded, with a large number of netizens and fans leaving messages to ridicule and insult them.

Because the extra benefits of "Thirteen Hairpins" were ultimately passed on to the audience by the theater...

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"When you go to deliver the script in person, you must remember to say hello to the Tong Bureau."

Seeing Lin Nan's solemn look, Yue Jun was a little confused.

"Director Lin, there should be no problems with our script, right?"

"It's really hard to tell. You can send it first."

Lin Nan shook his head, he didn't dare to say something for sure.

After all, even Tong Gang only told him to try to submit it for trial first, and if it didn't work, he would find a way...

“The Genius Gunfighter?”

Yue Jun glanced at the name of the script and understood a little bit.

"Well, don't worry, Director Lin, I won't forget it."

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New picture.

The vase that had been replaced not long ago was smashed by Zhang Weiping again.

He really didn't expect that those theaters would be so decisive and not give in.

The official letter rejecting "Thirteen Hairpins" from entering their theaters has been sent to a new screen, and it is jointly signed.

"At this point, it's too late. I just hope that "Thirteen Hairpins" can be a big seller. Even if these theaters are missing, it won't have much impact... and there are overseas copyrights..."

After a long time, Zhang Weiping called his assistant, "What's going on with them? Is there any reply?"

Since Zhang Yimou made it clear that they parted ways that day, he has never been to the company again. Film matters are all handled by his staff and the new picture.

"The reply there said that Director Zhang will attend the premiere, Hollywood promotional events and Oscar reception in accordance with the contract."

"Haha, according to the contract?"

Zhang Weiping sneered, "Where are those?"

"Zhou Dongyu, Dou Xiao, Ni Nai and others can't be contacted, but people from Director Zhang said that they will attend the premiere on time..."

Hearing this, Zhang Weiping was completely shocked.

"Those are artists from the New Picture. What does he want to do? What qualifications does his crappy studio have to sign artists..."

With veins popping out on his forehead and bloodshot eyes, Zhang Weiping roared.

After scolding for a while, he stopped.

"Now is not the time. It will have too big an impact on the movie. Wait, wait...

This matter must be kept secret, you know? "Zhang Weiping ordered.

"I understand, Mr. Zhang." The assistant responded.

"Also, help me arrange for a lawyer to come over and keep a low profile."

"Well, I'll go now."

…………

Half of November passed without a word.

Xue Xiaolu's "Love in Seattle" has completed all script production.

When Lin Nan received the call, he and Liu Yifei were wandering outside.

"Well, Sister Xue doesn't have to go to the company. I'm not far from the school now. I'll see you later."

"Is Teacher Xue's script ready?" Liu Yifei adjusted her sunglasses and asked softly.

"Well, let's go take a look together."

Lin Nan drove, Liu Yifei sat in the passenger seat, and the car drove all the way to Nortel.

…

"Director Xue, are you sure there is nothing wrong?"

"It's just a supporting actress, Lin Nan won't care."

Xue Xiaolu and Hai Qing said confidently as they walked on campus.

"Then it's all up to you, Sister Xue, haha..." Hai Qing followed, laughing.

Off-campus cafe.

When Lin Nan and Liu Yifei arrived, they immediately saw the two people in the back by the window.

"Sister Xue, your speed is fast enough. You only finished half of it last time."

"Lin Nan, Yifei, sit down quickly."

"Teacher Xue." Liu Yifei greeted.

"Hello, Director Lin, hello Yifei, I'm Hai Qing."

Seeing this new face, Lin Nan vaguely guessed something.

A long time ago, Huang Lei recommended his students in front of him.

The four of them sat at a table, and soon the coffee was served.

"You guys talk first, and I'll go over the script later."

When Lin Nan was reading the script, Xue Xiaolu came up with Liu Yifei's idea.

"The lead female role in this script is a bit challenging. Is Yifei interested in giving it a try?"

Hai Qing listened, feeling a little envious.

"Thank you, Teacher Xue. I may not be able to spare the time." Liu Yifei declined softly.

"Huh? Is there no schedule?"

"Well, Lin Nan's new script has been submitted for review. I'm waiting for that."

Liu Yifei smiled and sounded excited.

Hearing this, Xue Xiaolu was stunned for a moment, and Hai Qing sighed in his heart. Sure enough, people are different.

"He was so efficient this time?"

Xue Xiaolu sighed after looking at Lin Nan who was reading the script carefully. She remembered that "Passengers" had only been completed for two months.

…

Ten minutes later, Lin Nan closed the script and flipped through it quickly.

"The script is okay, Sister Xue."

Lin Nan praised it, although he still sympathized with the honest man and took the offer.

"I brought Hai Qing here today. As you must have guessed, I am going to give her the second female lead."

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei both looked at Hai Qing, who responded with a smile.

Unlike other Nortel directors, Xue Xiaolu, as a professor at the school, still takes good care of Nortel actors.

"No problem, what about the protagonist?"

"Didn't you say you wanted to ask about the casting? I have three candidates for the male lead and several female leads. Let's see if you want to decide."

No one at the scene was surprised when he spoke so nakedly. This is normal.

Lin Nan paused, "Let's talk about the male protagonist first."

"Wu Xiubo from China National Theater, Zhang Jiayi from Nortel, Yu Hewei from Shanghai Theater..."

Sure enough, they are all uncle-type actors, Lin Nan muttered in his heart.

Hai Qing's eyes lit up across from him. She had cooperated with the previous two.

"Choose Liu Bei."

"ah?"

"I'm talking about Yu Hewei. Didn't he play Liu Bei?"

After hearing Lin Nan's words, Xue Xiaolu and Hai Qing reacted.

Liu Yifei is a fool and knows relatively few actors in the industry. For her, Lin Nan is enough...

"As for the actress, it will be vacant for now. I will talk about it in two days."

"Then I'll choose the other actors first?"

"Okay, Sister Xue, let's choose. What's the budget this time? I think it won't be too much, right?"

"It's somewhere between 25 million and 30 million. I've asked someone to make a budget."

Lin Nan nodded, the figure was similar to the estimate in his mind, medium-sized cost.

"Then 30 million, I will tell Yue Jun later."

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That afternoon, photos of Lin Nan and the four of them in the coffee shop appeared in the media.

Especially the photo of Lin Nan reading the script is very clear.

"Director Lin Nan read through the script and is suspected of collaborating with director Xue Xiaolu again..."

“There was only an hour between shopping and discussing cooperation!”

"A bold guess is that this new film collaboration will be directed by director Xue Xiaolu, and director Lin Nan will most likely be the producer. The actors may include Liu Yifei and Hai Qing..."

…

Everyone in the circle is a jerk, and many people instantly remembered the previous movie "Thirty-three Days of Love".

"Lin Nan, is it true? Is the investment scale large?"

Han Sanping's call was very direct, and Lin Nan didn't bother to fool him.

"The cost is thirty million, what do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Han Sanping understood what Lin Nan meant and was ready to do it himself.

"The few times you have worked alone, "Blind Mountain" was the only one that suffered losses, right? Are you very optimistic about the script this time?"

Lin Nan smiled and didn't answer.

"Okay, okay, I'm too embarrassed to ask for this cost, so that's it."

Han Sanping hung up the phone against his will. He knew very well that whenever Lin Nan ate alone, the results would usually be good. But with this little investment, he really couldn't save face.

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The cast of "Wu-Tang: The Code of Heaven and Earth".

"Jiajia, the company has invested in a new drama?"

"Yes. Not only that, I heard them accidentally mention that it seems that Director Lin's new script has also been sent for review, and Director Yue personally sent it."

"My current drama will be finished in a month at most."

Yang Mi glanced at Zeng Jia and suddenly said something else.

As an old partner, the latter certainly understood what Yang Mi meant.

"Well, don't worry, I will help you ask Director Yue."

"Then you have to hurry up. I'm not the only actress contracted by the company."

Yang Mi reminded that there should be no conflict in the schedule this time.

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