Chapter 308: "Palace", Han Sanping's Dinner Party, "Hongmen Banquet"

"Hmm?"

If Yue Jun hadn't reminded her, Lin Nan would have almost forgotten about it.

"Is it going to be broadcast soon?"

"Yes, the publicity on Mango TV is overwhelming and the popularity is very high.

It is known as the first domestic drama with a female lead in the Qing Dynasty, and it is a big gimmick."

Lin Nan nodded. Mango TV is really good at this.

Of course, the theme of this TV series itself is also a hit, which will make Yang Mi's popularity and career reach a new level.

"Let me know when the ratings are released after the show." Lin Nan ordered.

"Okay. There is one more thing..."

"What is it?"

"Zeng Jia wants the company to support Yang Mi, such as posting a Weibo or something like that."

Hearing this, Lin Nan smiled, "She can't expect me to post it, right?"

"That's not necessary, the company's Weibo will do."

Lin Nan thought about it and nodded in agreement.

"Okay, just use the account of Lin Nan Films."

Yang Mi is an artist under his command anyway, so Lin Nan will not refuse this request.

"Then I'll do it in a while?"

"Well, go ahead."

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A piece of movie information attracted the attention of the entire entertainment industry.

"Huayi will invest in and fully distribute Zhou Xingchi's new movie, "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons"..."

As soon as the news came out, all the production companies in the industry were not calm.

If there is any Hong Kong director who can ensure box office profits, it must be Zhou Xingchi!

Now, after many years, Zhou Xingchi personally took charge of the "Journey to the West" theme.

No matter what he thinks, in the eyes of a number of mainland film companies, this film, which has not yet started shooting, will definitely make money!

Huayi made a big move and directly invested 88 million as a deposit for the release of the film, which is also investment funds.

The total cost of the film is less than 120 million, and the Wang brothers instantly became the largest producer.

"I am still too cautious and a little unconfident in myself..."

Lin Nan muttered. He thinks Zhou Xingchi is a bit too conservative this time and seriously underestimates his box office appeal.

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Since the release of "Let the Bullets Fly", the commercial films in the film market have been dominated by Hong Kong films and imported films.

There are still too few films that can compete in the mainland, and a number of art films and feature films are suppressed by small and medium-cost Hong Kong films.

The clichéd "The Best Wedding" dominated the second half of the Lunar New Year period, giving people the illusion that there is no tiger in the mountain.

"New Shaolin Temple" has been sentenced to death, and the reviews are almost all: old-fashioned, disappointing, etc., and the box office is also declining.

On the other hand, the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film has become the focus of discussion in the industry.

Because "Aftershock", which was recommended by the General Administration, was eliminated.

At the same time, "Time Thieves" from Hong Kong Island and "Monga" from Taiwan Island were also eliminated.

In the words of the official media, this is the eighth consecutive year that Chinese-language films have not been nominated for this award.

As soon as the news was reported, Zhang Weiping first spoke out in a weird way on Weibo.

"This kind of thing needs experienced people to do. The result of not being worthy of the position is obvious..."

The Internet instantly split into two factions, arguing fiercely.

However, most people still support Zhang Weiping this time. After all, the box office of "Earthquake" is indeed a bit watery.

"I just can't figure it out, why do you care so much about the Oscar award?"

Lin Nan complained.

He has not rested during this period. Official meetings have been one after another. They are not big or urgent matters, but all of them have his name, and he must go.

"You ask even though you know it."

Han Sanping had a lot to say, and in the end, it turned into four words.

"Mr. Han, do you know when is the busiest time of the year in Hollywood?"

Lin Nan looked at Han Sanping and asked meaningfully, expecting the latter's answer.

"Awards season?"

"Then do you know who is the busiest during the awards season?" Lin Nan smiled and continued to ask.

Now Han Sanping seemed to understand a little.

"Actors? Crew? Production company?"

Lin Nan shook his head.

"You are not right. The busiest people are the thousands of judges and PR companies.

No matter how good a movie is, it still needs PR. You have to pay for a PR company. This is the rule..."

Lin Nan said speechlessly.

Every year, people in China are confident in signing up for the Oscars, and after signing up, they just wait for the results. It would be strange if the results are good!

"Foreign Language Film Unit, is it the same?" Han Sanping's tone was questioning.

Lin Nan shook his head and said nothing more.

Although the foreign language film unit is not as naked as other units, you should at least move around and run around. There is no harm.

How come you are so skilled in China, but you become rusty when you go out? How come thousands of years of traditional skills are lost when you go out?

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A meeting at the General Administration took up another day of Lin Nan's time.

Originally, he was going to attend the 2002 class reunion, but now he can only wait for Liu Yifei to come back and give him a verbal explanation.

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Lin Nan Pictures' latest Weibo is an introduction to Yang Mi's new drama, including the name of the TV series, the broadcast time and the broadcast platform.

Zhang Yi, Lei Jiayin and others were also dragged by Yang Mi to post on Weibo.

"Palace" is doing the final promotion.

In the backstage lounge of Mango TV, Feng Shaofeng was chatting with Yang Mi.

"To be honest, I envy you."

"Ah? Why?"

"Although I debuted earlier than you, I have only been able to take on a few TV series over the years. I am not as good as you, and I have already acted in several movies."

Feng Shaofeng said with emotion, "No adulteration."

"Just be lucky. Maybe you'll get a movie in a few days."

Yang Mi was a little embarrassed, but after thinking about it carefully, the other party was right.

Feng Shaofeng smiled and felt helpless:

"Then let me lend you auspicious words, the company is really helping me negotiate a movie recently.

However, they seemed to be very hesitant, thinking that I was not very popular and not as popular as Huang Xiaoming and Chen Kun. There is a high probability that there is no hope, haha..."

Hearing this, Yang Mi became a little curious.

"What movie? The requirements are so high!"

"It's said to be a historical war blockbuster, about the struggle between Chu and Han for hegemony..."

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Liu Yifei is not idle today.

The news about the reunion of the 2002 classmates of the Nortel Performance Department is still posted on the portal, with a lot of clicks and comments.

"A group of us had a dinner together in the morning and were followed by the media for a long time. We went to sing songs in the afternoon..."

Liu Yifei leaned on Lin Nan's shoulder and told him about today's activities.

Lin Nan admired Miss Liu's energy. I heard that she had been a Mai Ba for an entire afternoon! One song after another without stopping. Someone is responsible for cutting the songs...

Not long after, Liu Yifei, who was leaning on Lin Nan, began to take a nap...

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"Palace" started airing on Mango Channel.

The ratings soared to 1.99 on the first day, becoming the first in the country during the same period, and the ratings share exceeded 8 points.

It was still the same on the second day, and the momentum continued unabated on the third day...

The media are rushing to report on this TV series, and the theme song has quickly become popular all over the Internet.

A hit TV series was born in this way, and it is a new genre...

The first person to eat crabs always makes a lot of money.

Yang Mi was originally a top-notch actress, but now her popularity has doubled.

The one who benefited the most was Feng Shaofeng, who was directly promoted to the front line, and even became more popular than all other front-line niche players in the mainland.

"Even the few actors who have faded in Hong Kong have become famous again."

Yue Jun said with a sigh on his face. He guessed that this kind of subject would be popular, but he didn't expect it to be so popular!

"It seems like her announcements have increased dramatically, right?" Lin Nan asked.

"Yes, the number of notices and invitations sent to Shanhai Media has increased more than ten times. Advertisements, endorsements, commercial performances, New Year's Eve parties..."

When Lin Nan heard about this workload, he felt horrified. Even if he kept working, it would be difficult for his body and energy to bear it.

"Let them screen it. Your health is important..."

Before Lin Nan could finish speaking, Yue Jun was shaking his head with a helpless smile on his face.

"What's wrong?"

"Zeng Jia and Yang Mi want to take over everything. They have communicated with me and their attitude is very firm..."

Hearing this, Lin Nan didn't know what to say. Now he started to fight?

He thought for a while and ordered Yue Jun:

"Let the team pay attention. If her body can't hold on, stop her. I don't want to be said to be exploiting artists."

"Well, I've already arranged it this way."

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"Gong Lock Heart Jade" is so popular.

Hengdian, the crew of "Step by Step".

Cai Yinong looked at the film and television information with a gloomy face, especially the reports on "Palace".

"Our script, including the actors, is not as shoddy as theirs."

In Cai Yinong's view, "Palace" has helped prove the value of this kind of Qing Dynasty palace battle theme in the TV drama market.

All that's left is to let the latecomers of "Bu Bu Jing Xin" catch up and use quality and reputation to kill the former.

"How much longer do we need?"

"According to the progress, it can be completed in March."

"Well, then just follow the steps and don't worry about outside matters."

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With the perfect color, Lin Nan stared at the ending of the last shot of "The Fault in Our Stars" and felt a big stone fall in his heart.

"Thank you for your hard work during this time."

"Director Lin, you're welcome. Are you going to send it to the film bureau in the next two days?"

Lin Nan shook his head, "Let's submit it for trial after the Spring Festival. It's too late now."

The film bureau is also on Spring Festival holiday, and they won't be working in the last ten days of the year. They are all holding various meetings and reporting summaries.

The real start of film review will be later this year.

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Favors and connections are very important things in the industry.

Even a boss like Han Sanping needs to pave the way for his daughter, and he cannot take care of him for the rest of his life...

There were not many people invited to Han Sanping's private dinner, but they were all well-known directors or producers in the industry, and of course Lin Nan was there.

"This is director Lin Nan, the youngest Golden Lion director in China and a major director of commercial films."

Good guy, Han Sanping is so generous, Lin Nan was a little uncomfortable for a while.

"Hello, Senior Lin Nan, I'm Han Jia'er. I applied for a postgraduate degree in directing at Nortel this year..."

Not to mention, they are father and daughter, they do look somewhat similar.

"Hello, which instructor did you apply for?"

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People are different.

This circle has always been so realistic.

Some people want to get ahead, but they have many difficulties and it depends on their luck;

Some people never lack opportunities because they all have them at home...

However, Han Sanping's daughter seems to be different from most second-generation people in the industry.

He is well educated and has very upright views!

"When I retire, I'll trouble you all..."

Han Sanping said with a smile, holding a wine glass. No one would not give this face.

Hearing this, Lin Nan couldn't help but want to laugh.

This term is only halfway through, what about retirement? It's all polite words...

Just like that, at a meal before the New Year, Han Sanping introduced his daughter to the circle, the top circle!

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This Spring Festival, it is estimated that many actors will not be able to rest well.

Because Zhou Xingchi's "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" has announced the casting requirements.

This time, Zhou Xingchi did not participate, which made the audience feel very sorry.

The media broke the news from time to time, which artist was invited and who was eliminated...

Many acquaintances came to consult Lin Nan, how to audition to attract the attention of a big director?

This is simply a stupid question.

Different directors have different preferences and requirements, how can there be a unified answer!

I don't know if the media reports are true or not. I heard that Zhou Xingchi invited Ma Yun to play Sun Wukong, but was rejected.

Lin Nan couldn't help laughing when he thought of Ma Yun playing Sun Wukong.

"Don't mention it, the appearance is indeed quite suitable, haha..."

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Sometimes, it's really not easy for a director to make a good movie.

For example, Zhang Yimou.

"The Flowers of War" has only been filming for about 20 days, and there is another problem.

Lin Nan still listened to Yue Jun.

"Has it stopped working?"

"It stopped working yesterday, and all the actors are resting."

Lin Nan can only say that it is a big deal, and the cost is several million every day.

"Is there any news about what the reason is?" Lin Nan was quite curious.

Yue Jun seemed to have thought of something, and his face was smiling with some contempt.

"I have never seen such a producer, who directly quarreled with the director, or with a director like Zhang Yimou, on the set!"

Hearing this, Lin Nan wondered if Zhang Weiping was too stressed and crazy?

Looking at the domestic situation, Lin Nan only remembered that Jiang Wen had a quarrel with Zhang Yimou on the crew, and that was also because of differences in understanding during filming.

"Why are you arguing?"

"Producer Zhang asked to add a few close-up passionate scenes and sex scenes for the heroine Ni Yi, as well as rape scenes for other actors..."

This is amazing, the producer forcibly intervened in the filming of the movie.

Seeing Lin Nan's face full of shock, Yue Jun added:

"I heard that the reason given is very serious, for the consideration of the movie box office and for the overseas market!"

I have to admire Zhang Weiping's brain circuit, he did everything possible.

There are many people in the circle who are ready to see Zhang Yimou and "The Flowers of War", but the crew restarted after two days of suspension.

Lin Nan knew that this time Zhang Yimou should give in, but it was really not easy...

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A song "Love Offering" has been a bit brainwashing recently.

I heard that this song can be heard in the streets and alleys, and this TV series has also become completely popular.

In terms of popularity, Yang Mi should be the highest among the post-80s actresses at the moment.

It is no problem to beat Huang Shengyi, Wang Luodan, Tang Yan, Liu Shishi and others.

Of course, Liu Yifei is not included in the comparison.

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Yang Mi returned to her residence slightly exhausted, and Zeng Jia accompanied her.

“Are you okay? If you are too tired, you should take a break?”

Although she has been making a lot of money these days, Zeng Jia is still worried about Yang Mi’s health.

“No, I can do it. I am just a little sleepy.”

Yang Mi sat on the sofa, drinking honey water. She almost vomited from singing the song “Love Offering” these days.

In her mind, she was still thinking about what Feng Shaofeng told her today.

“Jia Jia, what do you think of what Lao Feng said today?”

Hearing this, Zeng Jia’s eyes lit up instantly.

Today, Feng Shaofeng and Yang Mi were on the show together. During the break in the backstage, they talked about the movie.

With the huge popularity brought by “Palace Lock Heart Jade”, Feng Shaofeng successfully got one of the male protagonists in that movie.

“Do you want to try the role of Yu Ji?” Zeng Jia asked.

Yang Mi nodded. She and Feng Shaofeng have advantages when they are together.

I heard that although the movie has not been filmed yet, it has been scheduled to be released during the Lunar New Year holiday this year.

If she and Feng Shaofeng act together, they can use their image of a "couple" in "Palace" to promote and hype.

This is also the reason why Yang Mi dares to take the role, because "Palace" is really popular now!

Zeng Jia understood what Yang Mi meant, and she frowned slightly.

What does an agent do? An agent helps actors and artists find resources and make connections.

"I heard that the first choice for this role was Yifei..." Zeng Jia said lightly.

"Yes, she refused the 12 million yuan salary. She just refused it so lightly."

Yang Mi muttered, she also heard it from Feng Shaofeng.

If this news gets out, a group of people will be jealous, including Yang Mi, and she is very jealous now.

"Go and help me contact them, I'm not as expensive as her."

Zeng Jia nodded.

"Well, I'll go ask in the next two days. After all, we are also backed by Shanhai Media and Lin Nan Films."

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There are still a few days until New Year's Eve.

The movies in the Spring Festival are all being promoted in a hurry.

"Magic Couple", just hearing the name, you know it's a joke.

To be honest, Lin Nan has a good impression of Principal Gu.

Whether it's "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" or "The Scimitar of the Moon", he likes them all.

Besides, others are really donating to the school and have been donating...

As the saying goes, some people can be forgiven for making bad movies!

Different from his attitude towards the male protagonist, Lin Nan disliked Wu Zhenru, the heroine of this movie.

This guy has said a lot of disparaging things about the Mainland and Mainland actors. Chen Kexin is also making money from the Mainland, pretending to be deaf and dumb!

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"When this movie comes out, let's go and see it?"

Liu Yifei looked at Lin Nan with a smile and suggested.

She was talking about "I Know Women's Hearts" starring Gong Li and Andy Lau.

It is rare to see an urban romance film with an investment of more than 100 million, and the producer is China Film, Bona, Paramount and other major companies.

Lin Nan nodded, "Okay. But you have to be tighter when the time comes. Be careful not to get stuck in the theater. You are much more conspicuous than me."

"Well, I will definitely be fully armed this time."

Liu Yifei smiled and nodded. She was recognized last time and had to sign her name for a long time before slipping away.

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I haven't seen Ning Hao for several months, but this guy is back in time for the New Year.

After coming back, I rested for two days and then invited my friends out for dinner.

"This movie has me involved. If I lose money, I will jump off the building."

Ning Hao ate the pig head meat and complained.

"If it's a loss, it's China Film's loss. At most, you won't get any dividends."

Huang Bo spoke directly and seemed to be in a good mood.

Lin Nan was eating by himself, while Xing Aina was still looking at what dishes to add.

"Two directors, it's time to congratulate me."

The smile on Huang Bo's face almost overflowed.

Ning Hao was a little confused, and he hadn't seen him for only two or three days. What could Huang Bo be congratulated for?

However, Lin Nan stopped holding the chopsticks in his hand.

"Congratulations, you got the role of Zhou Xingchi."

"Fuck, what's going on?" Ning Hao was really stupid now.

"Haha, you've been deaf to what's going on outside the window these past two days, and you've only been focused on handing over public food.

Zhou Xingchi asked me to play the role of Monkey King. I auditioned once and won the role directly..."

In front of acquaintances, Huang Bo couldn't speak without thinking. The look in Xing Aina's eyes at this moment could kill someone.

"We should take them down directly, they are all rough-faced and talkative!"

Xing Aina said lightly and slightly mockingly.

"Without being so sarcastic, everyone here, I'm just a little worse than Director Lin."

"Come on, are you insulting Director Lin? Or are you saying that Yifei has bad eyesight?"

Xing Ai's words made Huang Bo silent.

"You are considered very powerful, and you are worthy of being someone who can control Director Ning."

Without saying a few words, Huang Bo started to sigh.

"I originally thought that when Zhou Xingchi was filming Journey to the West, the monkey would be the protagonist.

After working on it for a long time, the protagonist was Tang Seng, and they even fell in love..."

"Teacher Six, I'm afraid I have something to say again..."

Lin Nan added silently, eliciting a burst of laughter.

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It is more efficient than Gao Film Industry.

The main actors of "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" have been announced one by one, and they are all unexpected candidates.

The biggest players inside are Huang Bo and Shu Qi.

But the most unexpected thing is the choice of the male protagonist.

We chose Jet Li’s godson, Wen Zhang, who had just finished filming on the set of “The Legend of White Snake.”

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Originally, Lin Nan was preparing to celebrate the New Year well, but things happened again.

In the office, Lin Nan was sitting in his seat, opposite Yue Jun and Zeng Jia.

After going around in a big circle, this "Legend of Hongmen Banquet" has come back again.

"What's the situation now?"

Lin Nan looked at Zeng Jia and asked.

"Mimi heard about this movie from Feng Shaofeng, so I helped to ask about it.

Director Lin, you know that "Palace" is very popular now. She and Feng Shaofeng will play a couple again, which will definitely be very topical.

They considered it for two days and agreed in principle..."

Lin Nan pressed his temples. Those people in Hong Kong were not fools. They definitely knew what "popular actors" meant. Feng Shaofeng and Yang Mi fell into this category at the moment.

"I don't think this is a good movie project. The Hong Kong team has made no achievements in historical themes and may not even be able to film it well at all. Besides, this is just a role."

Lin Nan said it bluntly.

Zeng Jia didn't expect Lin Nan to be so direct, but this is a movie with an investment of 150 million, and there may be additional investment in the future.

"Director Lin, as you know, there are not many big producers, and Mimi really wants to try it...

Even though it is a vase role, this is indeed a rare female character in it, almost the heroine. "

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