Chapter 936: Five Cast Members Confirmed, the Film Ends; Premiere Celebration Banquet, Future Project Plans

"In the morning, Chung Han-liang, Qiao Zhenyu, Huang Haibing, Yu Bo, Zhang Zhiyao and many other ancient costume screen actor-level actors gathered at Red Star Wood to participate in the audition for the drama version of "Three Lives, Three Worlds, Ten Miles of Peach Blossom"..."

"Compared with the day before, the number of actors and stars downstairs at Hongxingwu Pictures has increased significantly. Most of them are senior practitioners in the film and television industry, all of whom are waiting for auditions."

The media is eagerly reporting on the audition news here at Hongxingwu. The familiar faces on the screen have caused the relevant information to quickly increase in popularity and topic volume online.

A large number of netizens are already making noises. The official Weibo account of Hongxingwu and the Weibo accounts of Liu Yifei and Lin Nan are constantly being flooded with messages and actors’ names;

It was as if they were casting, each one expressed their position excitedly and excitedly, and they all made suggestions, who they hoped to choose to play which role...

Undoubtedly, this is the popularity of this group of screen heroes and the emotions brought about by the classic roles they played in the past!

It was around ten o'clock in the morning, in the audition conference room of Hongxingwu;

Lin Nan looked at the actress in front of him with a playful expression.

How can I put it, the influence of Zhou Yi and Tang Dynasty in the TV drama circle in those years was indeed not virtual.

Especially Zhou Yi, the actors in every costume drama, regardless of the starring role or the supporting role, are almost all top-notch, which is impressive.

The actress standing on the field at this time is the heroine of the TV series "Seven Weapons of Peacock Feathers" produced by Zhouyi - Mu Tingting!

There is no doubt that this is an old acquaintance of Jiang Yuerou, and he is a very good actor, with the ability to switch between the drama and the serious drama at will.

"Nortel Vocational Class 03 Performance Department..."

"Yes, Director Lin."

Mu Tingting, who was on the opposite side, nodded in response very simply, while Jiang Yuerou smiled and did not interrupt.

Liu Yifei glanced at Lin Nan, then picked up the information in front of her, "Okay, the company will reply to you before the end of the month."

"Thank you, producer Liu, thank you, director Lin, thank you, director Jiang."

With a bow, Mu Tingting withdrew with a smile; she looked very normal and gave people a very good sense.

"Many good actors suffer from lack of resources, but is this also the reality in the film and television industry? There will always be more people than enough. Mu Tingting, it seems that she is very open-minded."

Lin Nan nodded, which was considered a compliment.

"Then let's add one more. It's just a supporting role anyway." Liu Yifei was also very satisfied with the audition just now. This is the third actor who is scheduled to come from Nortel.

"Actually, she has been very popular in the past two years. She doesn't choose dramas... Of course, she is not qualified to choose dramas." Jiang Yanrou couldn't help but joke.

"It's very popular, is it because of the thunder drama on Mango Channel? Haha..."

Shu Chang couldn't hold back her laughter. There was no derogatory meaning in her words.

"Next, Yu Bo!"

Lin Nan "called the number" in person, Liu Yifei immediately glanced at Jiang Yanrou, and Shu Chang also stopped smiling; at this moment, Jiang Yanrou's expression had become very serious.

Speaking of Yu Bo, Yu Bo during the Zhouyi period was truly one of the leading figures in domestic costume fantasy dramas! Liancheng Bi, Tong Bo... Zhuge Rizhao...

In fact, Liu Yifei and Lin Nan had already discussed it before, considering taking care of Jiang Yuerou's face, and the two of them had decided on the role of Yu Bo at home.

As for the audition, it was just a formality. After all, auditioning is a piece of cake for an experienced actor like Yu Bo, not to mention that it is a mythical subject in ancient costume.

In the reception room of Hongxingwu, only some actors were waiting here, while the others were in their cars downstairs.

Firstly, it’s because Hongxingwu is indeed far smaller than Lin Nan Pictures and can’t accommodate so many people;

Secondly, many actors and artists are actually not familiar with each other, so they are too lazy to meet each other.

Seeing Yu Bo being led away by the staff, many actors and managers had a sly look in their eyes.

Yu Bo, who has fallen behind particularly hard in recent years, auditioned under his former boss. The result... needless to say?

In the conference room, Jiang Yuerou didn't speak the whole time. Liu Yifei was the one asking questions, while Lin Nan interjected from time to time, and Shu Chang watched the excitement.

Although it is just a formality, this formality should be more formal, right?

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outside world.

Today is the 27th, which is also the last day for the release of "The Secret of the Dragon".

The entire film industry is paying attention to this blockbuster, which ranks second in the domestic box office list. It is also the most regrettable movie that stopped before the 2 billion box office threshold.

“As of yesterday, the total box office was 1.9769 billion, and the daily box office was 4.5 million.

Because they have not received the extension key, major theater chains have been continuously reducing the number of films scheduled this week. The film scheduling rate in the past two days is only about 2%. "

In China Film, Wang Changtian was chattering about the situation of "The Secret of the Dragon", especially when he talked about the secret key to the extension, he glanced at La Peikang intentionally or unintentionally.

Ren Zhonglun and Zhou Xingchi were both nearby. Because the producers and publishers of "The Secret of the Dragon" and "Mermaid" overlapped very much, they made an appointment to meet together in the morning.

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, what a pity, the difference is only 20,000,000. If this is postponed and the film schedule is not cut, it shouldn't be difficult to wipe out Lin Nan's box office record!"

Ren Zhonglun is the only one who dares to be so careless about Zhongying's yin and yang.

Zhou Xingchi didn't think much about it. He was only very envious of the box office of "The Secret of the Dragon", which was close to 2 billion.

Facing Ren Zhonglun's "provocation", La Peikang completely turned a deaf ear. He was in no mood and panicked.

"There are only thirty days until the release of "Mermaid", and we will continue to increase our promotional efforts during this period.

In addition, the premiere and celebration banquet tomorrow night should be as loud as possible. The Lunar New Year period is approaching the second half, which is also the stage when the box office will explode even more. "

When La Peikang finished speaking, Ren Zhonglun and Wang Changtian immediately twitched their mouths. The former did not participate in the production of "The Secret of the Dragon", and the latter did not have a share in "The Mermaid".

Of the four people present, only China Film Group has both. But now it seems that it is really a bit unworthy of morality!

"Well, we're already setting up the venue right now. Lin Nan doesn't have time to worry about it. He's helping Yifei audition, so today...he's not here."

Wang Changtian took up the conversation, but got a little stuck at the end. Because even if Lin Nan had time, he probably wouldn't come to China Film Academy.

By the time the Spring Festival is over, it will be almost a year; when Han Sanping was here, Lin Nan would come here often.

The atmosphere on the court became a little awkward again, but Zhou Xingchi broke the "deadlock" unconsciously:

"Taking advantage of the promotion period for "The Mermaid", I can go and support director Lin Nan tomorrow night..."

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At noon, Lin Nan and others still had lunch at a restaurant around Hongxingwu; after lunch, they hurried back to the company.

Because of the audition time in the afternoon, I arrived at 1:30 early. Not to mention taking a rest now, even taking the time to read the news is a bit stressful.

Throughout the afternoon, the number of audition actors, more than double the number in the morning, arrived and left Hongxingwu one after another.

On the casting list, the names of actors and actresses in the industry have also been crossed or crossed one after another...

Daylight hours in winter are often very short. At around five o'clock in the afternoon, the sky was already getting dark.

And today's audition and casting work is considered over at this moment;

Because the ownership of some of the main supporting characters has been roughly decided.

While the employees were getting ready to get off work, Lin Nan, Liu Yifei, Jiang Yuerou and Shu Chang were still checking the list in the conference room.

"Mu Tingting, tentatively appointed as the princess of the Wing Clan;

Yu Bo, tentatively...

Qiao Zhenyu, tentatively...

Zhang Zhiyao, tentatively...

Zhong Hanliang, tentatively..."

Shu Chang was treated like an employee, but she didn't mind because Miss Liu promised to treat her to a big dinner in the evening.

"So far, the core cast of "Three Lives, Three Worlds, Ten Miles of Peach Blossom" has been finalized;

After that, Director Jiang can speed up the efficiency of a small number of main supporting characters and those messy minor supporting characters..."

Lin Nan held Liu Yifei's hand and warned Jiang Yanrou for her, and the latter nodded with a smile.

Of course Jiang Yuerou understood the meaning of these words, that is, in the subsequent audition session, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei would most likely not come to sit in person.

After all, "Detective Chinatown" is about to be released, and as directors and producers, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei must be busy with this movie.

"Okay, let's go back too."

Liu Yifei smiled and waved her hand, dragging Lin Nan out. After sitting all day, my back ached and I had to go home and lie down. Well, let’s go out and treat ourselves together in the evening!

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A light drizzle started falling in the latter half of the night. When I woke up in the morning, the temperature of two to three degrees became increasingly cold.

For the film industry, the most eye-catching news is undoubtedly the official release of "The Secret of the Dragon" last night.

This also means that the most important blockbuster in the first half of the Lunar New Year period has come to an end.

"Co-produced by Lin Nan Pictures, China Film, Wanda, and Enlight, directed by Wu Ershan, starring Huang Xiaoming, Huang Bo, Zeng Li, Xia Yu, Reba, Liu Xiaoqing and others; the Lunar New Year blockbuster fantasy, action, and adventure "Looking" "Dragon Secret" was officially released yesterday evening.

The film has been released for one month, with a total box office revenue of 1.98 billion. Unfortunately, it stopped just before the 2 billion box office mark, ranking second on the domestic film box office list! "

For a time, the daily box office of "Bad Angel" was 84.6 million yuan and "Lao Pao Er" was 68.3 million yuan. It seemed that they were completely inconspicuous:

Because the focus of the entire industry is on the 1.98 billion box office figure of "The Secret of the Dragon". So bright and eye-catching!

In the industry, there are people who are jealous and envious, there are people who are regretful and regretful, and there are even more people who are scolding Huayi.

"The daily box office continues to rise. We will increase the intensity of the "release" and pursue the victory to completely suppress Guangguang's "Bad Angel"... Next, we will prepare for a head-on conflict with Lin Nan!"

"Okay, Mr. Wang."

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At the dining table, Lin Nan yawned and picked up the milk.

"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" seems to be having its domestic premiere in Shanghai this morning, nearly half a month in advance;

Jiang Wen and Zhen Zidan also became hot searches.

Because these two people are Chinese actors in "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" and are also important guests in "The Force Awakens" today.

After all, both movies are sci-fi blockbusters produced by Disney and produced by Lucasfilm;

Since it has landed in the Chinese market, it naturally requires Chinese partners to be present and support it to promote and build momentum!

"I even forgot that someone else sent us an invitation letter."

Liu Yifei pouted, looked at Lin Nan pretending to be pitiful, and said softly.

"It's okay. I've already asked someone to tell them that we can't leave because of something."

Lin Nan handed the peeled eggs to Miss Liu. Isn't it true that he can't leave? The audition was yesterday, and the premiere will be held today, and there will be a celebration banquet.

"I mean, I missed the opportunity to watch the movie in advance, hehe..."

Liu Yifei smiled and winked at Lin Nan, and started acting early in the morning.

"Well, not bad, your acting skills have improved."

Lin Nan smiled and nodded, and then talked about business again: "We have a morning break, and we have to prepare in the afternoon. We may have to leave early."

"I know, the premiere and the celebration banquet are two movies. Oh, by the way, when is your last class?"

"The morning of the 30th."

Hearing this answer, Liu Yifei's dark eyes glanced around, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but smile. I don't know what she was thinking.

"Xixi, stop giggling, eat breakfast, it's getting cold."

"Yeah."

As time goes by, the popularity of Beijing Film Academy becomes stronger and stronger;

And these unfamiliar faces are undoubtedly newcomers who are about to take the art exam.

Beijing Film Academy is their first choice.

Directing Department.

Lao Jiang just came back from a meeting, not because of the art exam, but about the promotion of Professor Lin Nanzheng.

"Although I knew there would be no accidents, I really can't stand the "flattering" faces of these people, ugh!"

"Passed?"

Tian Zhuangzhuang, who was drinking hot tea, raised his head and looked at Lao Jiang, who looked like he had eaten a lemon, and asked calmly.

Other teachers in the office also looked over curiously.

The school's meeting this morning was to screen the quota, and some applications for promotion to associate professors would be rejected first, which was very strict.

"Well, who dares to object? Who is qualified to question? People from the School of Photography, Fine Arts, Literature, Performance, and Management said: If Lin Nan can't pass the first round, then the others who passed will only be in the dark and have no persuasiveness at all. Similarly, the final list of full professors will also be drowned by public opinion! These people are talking back and forth. If Lin Nan was there, I think they would have buried Lin Nan with flattery!" "Deputy Director Jiang, you are too sour, aren't you?" A teacher couldn't help but joked, and the office suddenly burst into laughter. Well, Lao Jiang was embarrassed by what he said. "Haha... Okay, I'll mention it to him when I go to his movie premiere today. It looks like it will be before the end of the first semester next year." Tian Zhuangzhuang smiled in a good mood, with no intention of stopping the noisy atmosphere in the office. …

This is the first time that the premiere of Detective Chinatown and the celebration banquet of Mojin: The Lost Legend are held together in the film and television industry.

But when you think about the lineup of producers of the two films, everyone is speechless.

Because the main producer is Lin Nan Films, and Director Lin Nan is clearly telling everyone that Detective Chinatown will take over from Mojin: The Lost Legend.

As for what? This is the Lunar New Year period, so of course it’s the box office!

At four o’clock in the afternoon, Liu Yifei lazily began to change clothes, put on makeup, and prepare.

In her words: "I don’t wear a dress or heavy makeup, so there’s no need to prepare in advance. A casual suit with light makeup can be done in 20 minutes at most, very quickly. At worst, just go bare-faced!"

What can Lin Nan say? He has nothing to say.

Who makes Miss Liu have the capital to be willful? That face can easily kill with or without makeup!

Half an hour later, the two set off from home with their assistants. The temperature was a bit cold, and Liu Yifei's down jacket was placed in the car in case of emergency.

Today, I can say without any modesty that most of the first-line film and television companies in the film and television industry will come to support.

The reason is not only because of the box office figure of 1.98 billion;

It is also because "Detective Chinatown" is the first commercial film shot by Lin Nan after he won the three international awards of the Golden Globe Award for Best Director, the Golden Bear Award and the Academy Award for Best Director with one film. It is also the first time to dabble in comedy detective type movies.

Outside the CPPCC auditorium, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei have not arrived yet, but the red carpet ceremony has begun.

Wu Ershan took Huang Xiaoming, Huang Bo, Zeng Li, Xia Yu, Reba, Liu Xiaoqing and others to walk on the red carpet and pass through the jungle of long guns and short guns.

La Peikang, Wang Changtian, Ye Ning and Ren Zhonglun, as the four major producers, also came together.

There were Yang Shoucheng, Yu Dong, Qin Hong and others behind. Even Wang Zhonglei, who had a hard time with the light these two days, came, and he was all smiles.

Tian Zhuangzhuang, Zhou Xingchi, Xu Ke, Ning Hao, Xu Zheng, Lu Yang, Guo Fan and Jiang Wen, who had just flown back from Shanghai, were the core of the big directors.

As for other top-tier guests, such as Fan Bingbing, Liu Dehua, Zhou Xun and Li Bingbing, who had just recovered from a serious illness, all came; after that, there were a large number of ordinary first-tier guests.

The crew of "Detective Chinatown" without Lin Nan as the leader did not encounter any unexpected situations; they walked slowly into the venue amid the filming of a large number of media reporters and the shouts of countless onlookers.

The most important people, of course, came later, and they were Lin Nan and Liu Yifei.

When the two walked into the CPPCC auditorium, they saw a sea of ​​people.

The layout of more than 60 round tables on the field also clearly told everyone that today's premiere was held in the form of a dinner party - eating and watching!

"Director Lin, producer Liu, we finally waited for you two."

Ning Hao shouted, and more people immediately paid attention to him, and then there were greetings that could drown people.

To be honest, Lin Nan held Liu Yifei's hand, and the two of them didn't know how to respond to the hundreds of people on the scene. They could only smile and nod in several directions.

Shu Chang and Han Jianu, who were secretly eating cake in the distance, waved their hands, as if greeting Liu Yifei.

"You go first, I'll take care of the socializing."

"Yeah."

Liu Yifei smiled, nodded and walked away, and the greetings from Li Bingbing and others on the side rang again.

"Look, the group of media reporters have a lot of questions waiting for you, and there must be some malicious questions among them."

Han Sanping pointed to the more than 40 media people who entered the venue and joked with a smile.

"When the enemy comes, we will fight him; when the water comes, we will block it with earth. I have one advantage, that is, I will say what I can say!"

"What if I offend someone?" Ren Zhonglun interjected with interest.

"Well? That depends on who I offended? If it was Director Ren, I think you wouldn't mind, right? Haha..."

"I don't mind, as long as you are willing to owe me a favor."

"It's not even time to go to bed yet, and the lights here are bright. Why are you dreaming?" Han Sanping said in a teasing "contempt".

After more than half an hour of talking and laughing, they were soon interrupted. The staff signaled Lin Nan that the celebration banquet could begin.

Soon, a giant 12-layer cake was slowly pushed up by a cart;

Everyone held up large glasses of champagne and poured them from the top of the pyramid of two wine glasses...

A hammer fell, and the ice cubes containing the number 1.98 billion shattered...

Everyone sat down, and the celebratory dinner began to be served; and the premiere of "Detective Chinatown" was about to begin!

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei sat at the middle table in the front row, with Han Sanping, Han Jianu, La Peikang, Ren Zhonglun, Wang Changtian and Ye Ning at the same table.

And big directors such as Tian Zhuangzhuang and film and television bosses such as Yang Shoucheng were at other tables in the first row.

The lights on the scene dimmed, but it did not affect the meal; the giant screen lit up, and "Detective Chinatown" officially began.

It turns out that the idea of ​​holding a premiere while having a dinner... is really good!

Because not only did everyone laugh at the movie, but they also saw many embarrassing moments of people in the industry, so that many people laughed so hard that they couldn't straighten their backs.

Imagine that you just put a piece of food into your mouth with chopsticks, and before you swallow it, a funny point in the movie burst out...

Tsk tsk tsk, a group of people immediately "coughed" or "sprayed".

This scene is simply spectacular, and it can be called a large-scale "laughing" scene of many actors and stars in the film and television industry!

Liu Yifei patted Han Jianu's back while smiling and glaring at Lin Nan, because Xiao Han's face was red from choking.

"See, this is your problem. You are the only one who choked at this table, hehe..."

"You still said that you can watch a comedy while eating. It's a pity that you can arrange it." Xiao Han accused rather aggrievedly.

"It's a bit unreasonable, haha..." Ren Zhonglun couldn't help but interrupt.

The more than two-hour movie gradually came to an end, and the coughing became less and less, but the laughter did not stop... It can be seen that everyone is very satisfied with the movie.

It was a little after nine in the evening, and it was finally time for the main creators to go on stage.

Lin Nan took Liu Yifei's hand and led Wang Baoqiang, Chen He, Xiao Yang, Liu Haoran, Tang Yan, Zhang Zaifeng and others to sit in a row of seats arranged in an arc in front of the big screen.

The interview session of tonight's premiere began.

"Although this is Director Lin's first time to dabble in a comedy detective film, what we are most concerned about is the box office. Director Lin, what is your box office forecast for "Detective Chinatown"? "

Take over the microphone, Lin Nan glanced at the huge crowd below.

"When I set the release date, I deliberately put "Mojin: The Lost Legend" and "Detective Chinatown" into the Lunar New Year period one after the other. The former got a super high box office of 1.98 billion, so the latter naturally cannot be set lower.

I hope it can make up for the regrets of "Lost in Hong Kong", "Charlotte's Troubles" and "Mojin: The Lost Legend" and truly break through 2 billion! Oh, by the way, these three movies are also produced by my company!"

As Lin Nan's voice fell, there was a burst of laughter and ridicule at the scene.

"Hey... Director Lin is showing off nakedly!"

"So sour..."

"So he is such a Director Lin!"

...

Even Liu Yifei was laughing non-stop on the side, Lin Nan was too high-profile.

The media changed people:

"Then I wish Director Lin to break 2 billion again...

But before, you posted a message saying that you would post a Weibo during the release of "Detective Chinatown", calling "Old Cannon" a bad movie. I wonder if Director Lin will really do it?"

As soon as this question was asked, the scene was instantly dead silent.

Wang Zhonglei was forcing himself to keep his expression, while Yu Dong, Qin Hong and others beside him all had malicious smiles on their faces.

"I... am not sure whether I will post on Weibo to practice, but I was also asking questions at that time, wasn't I?

I only accept fair competition, and I will fight back against any tricks. This includes Huayi's "Old Cannon"..."

The atmosphere instantly cooled down, and many people looked at Wang Zhonglei intentionally or unintentionally, but the latter did not respond.

Is this a roll call?

"...Of course, there's also Ray's "Bad Angel"!"

After gasping for breath, Lin Nan looked at Wang Changtian and added; Lao Wang smiled and pointed at Lin Nan, quite cooperative.

The atmosphere at the scene relaxed again.

"Director Lin, can you tell us about the advertisements accompanying the film "Detective Chinatown"? We just saw them all from big brands, and Director Lin, your movie promotions have always been the highest priced in the industry!"

When it comes to money, there are many people who are interested. Nearly a thousand pairs of eyes looked directly at Lin Nan.

"As for money matters, you should ask the producer, she takes care of the money."

Lin Nan handed the topic to Liu Yifei. At this time, Miss Liu was crossing her legs and her aura was not weak at all.

She took the phone and said with a clear smile:

""Detective Chinatown" is Director Lin's first commercial film after winning three international awards last year, so the price of the three accompanying advertisements is not low, a total of 210 million. In addition, "Search for the Dragon" was released yesterday Jue", the three post-advertisements also had a revenue of 126 million."

Liu Yifei's smiley words directly made hundreds of people present, especially the bosses of film and television companies such as Yu Dong, Wang Zhonglei, and Qin Hong, take a deep breath. They were shocked. It's so damn high!

Unlike them, Wang Changtian, Ren Zhonglun and others looked completely happy. Zhou Xingchi is even more envious!

"Producer Liu, when we saw the end of this movie, it seemed like it had a tail. Are there any plans for a sequel?"

This question was on point, and all the actors on the scene straightened up and concentrated. If there was a sequel... wouldn't that be a chance?

"Let me tell you in advance, this journalist friend is not a shill hired by us!"

Liu Yifei and Lin Nan looked at each other and immediately started joking, and there was another round of laughter.

After pausing for a few seconds, Liu Yifei stood up, with a sweet smile on her delicate face, and said:

"This belongs to Lin Nan Films' future project plan, but since it has been asked, I, the boss lady, will just say this:

Ahem, when Director Lin was filming "Detective Chinatown", he just wanted to try comedy and detective movies and broaden his scope. He shot it with a playful mentality.

If it does well at the box office after its release, how good is it? For example, let’s say it exceeded 2 billion. If it breaks 2 billion, there will definitely be a sequel.

As for whether the sequel will be directed by Director Lin, it's hard to say. Well, that's all I can say for now, thank you. "

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