Chapter 873: Let

This time in Xitu'er, there is another matter to announce.

The top Hollywood IP "Moon Legion" will announce here that the next installment in the series will be directed by Liu Bige.

In the end, Liu Bige decided to take on this film.

A huge challenge.

Lu Yan He came here, and one of his dinners was to be with Liu Bige and Edmond Sanchez, the CEO of Bolai, the company that owns the "Moon Legion" IP.

Bolai is one of the top film companies in Hollywood, and its parent company, Bolai Group, is also one of the most famous companies in the world. If compared to the parallel universe Lu Yan He comes from, it is actually somewhat similar to Disney.

However, Bolai did not start with animation and cartoons. It started in the news industry and later dominated the media and cultural fields. Previously, Bolai had submitted two scripts to Lu Yan He, but Lu Yan He did not take them. It wasn't anything else; it was mainly because Lu Yan He's schedule was already full, and both of these projects could not wait for Lu Yan He's time, as they were set to start filming within six months.

This time, it was Liu Bige who sent a message to Lu Yan He, saying that Edmond Sanchez wanted to have dinner with him and asking if it was okay. Lu Yan He had indeed only greeted Edmond Sanchez on some social occasions before, even less than a nodding acquaintance, and had no opportunity for further communication. Being able to get to know him through Liu Bige's introduction, Lu Yan He was of course willing. In recent years, he has been busy figuring out how to use Hollywood resources to promote his own film projects, whether through cooperation or resource exchange; anyway, it's business, and the more friends, the better.

Edmond Sanchez is only in his forties, relatively young among the helmsmen of top Hollywood film companies. He is handsome, dresses very much like a CEO, in a suit and leather shoes, with a standard elite smile.

"Lu, it's a pity, you should have appeared at this year's Academy Awards." Edmond Sanchez said this as soon as he came up, his face full of sincerity, as if from the heart, " 'Storm Calmer No. 1' is an outstanding film; it was underestimated by the Academy."

Lu Yan He smiled and shrugged his shoulders.

"Thank you," he said, "I believe time will reward it with the honor it deserves."

Edmond Sanchez nodded.

"Perhaps 'The Boat' will be compensated at next year's Academy Awards," he said suddenly.

"Who knows." Lu Yan He continued to shrug, "Speaking of which, it was a decision that caught me off guard that you would invite Liu Bige to direct the new installment of the 'Moon Legion' series."

Edmond Sanchez immediately indicated: "Liu Bige has already demonstrated his unparalleled talent through several films. He is fully capable of handling multiple different themes and stories, so why not invite him to direct this film? I believe this will be a very wonderful decision."

Lu Yan He laughed.

"If nothing else, I believe this will further open up the popularity of the 'Moon Legion' film in the Chinese market and expand the fan base."

Edmond Sanchez nodded.

"I share the same view as you."

He suddenly asked Lu Yan He: "Would you be willing to join 'Moon Legion' and have a character of your own in this world?"

Lu Yan He picked up his napkin, wiped his mouth, and said: "'Moon Legion' is a very great film series. I believe joining it is the dream of every actor. However, I hope that if one day I join this series, it must be because there is a character that moves me and a very good story. I don't want my joining to become a terrible thing."

Edmond Sanchez immediately indicated: "That goes without saying. Perhaps we can sit down together later and discuss the possibilities of this character."

"No problem, as long as there are good ideas, I am always willing to sit down and discuss with you," Lu Yan He said.

Edmond Sanchez suddenly brought it up: "Previously, you and Solun announced the film 'Men in Black'. How is it doing now? When are you planning to start filming?"

Lu Yan He said: "After I finish the film I have on hand, I will go to film 'Men in Black'. It will start filming in March, but my time to join the crew will be a bit later."

Edmond Sanchez: "I like the script of 'Men in Black' very much. When I read this script, Solun had already secured it. Otherwise, I would definitely have competed with them for this project. I have always hoped to find an opportunity to work with you."

"Thank you," Lu Yan He said, "This is the first time I have written a script for a high-budget film. It seems that everyone thinks this film will be a great success, which really puts me under some pressure."

Edmond Sanchez said: "You are too modest to say that. I believe no one can fail to see the value of 'Men in Black'."

In such dinner times, commercial mutual flattery is always unavoidable.

He suddenly said again: "Regarding the 'Moon Legion' series, I wonder if you would be interested in writing a film script for it in the future?"

"Me?" Lu Yan He was extremely surprised.

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This caught him off guard.

Edmond Sanchez nodded.

"You are one of the most talented screenwriters in the world today, there is no doubt about that," Edmond Sanchez said, "Over the years, we have actually been trying to find excellent creators from all over the world to expand the boundaries of 'Moon Legion'. Of course, I know that artists like you often prefer to create a world from scratch rather than being restricted and creating under the constraints of an existing worldview. However, it is 'Moon Legion' after all, right?"

Edmond Sanchez said to Lu Yan He.

Lu Yan He smiled.

He nodded.

"Indeed, it is 'Moon Legion' after all," Lu Yan He nodded, "However, I am sorry, I am not a fan of 'Moon Legion'. I have watched several of its films, but I am indeed not like many Americans who grew up watching these films. For this film, I am an appreciator, a viewer, but my understanding and enthusiasm for it are not enough to provide me with sufficient creative desire."

Edmond Sanchez was stunned.

A very obvious stun.

Lu Yan He thought, Edmond Sanchez probably never expected that he would directly say he was not a fan of "Moon Legion", right?

After all, for American filmmakers, the "Moon Legion" film series is a bit like the film "Farewell My Concubine" for Chinese filmmakers—whoever dares to say that this film is actually not very good, well, you will know what it means to poke a hornet's nest.

Actually, before these words were spoken, Lu Yan He had anticipated that this might be the case. But he still said it, because once he didn't refuse so sternly, it was very likely that news would emerge in the future that Lu Yan He might write a script for a "Moon Legion" film. Lu Yan He did not want such a trend to emerge. Up to now, everything he has created has been completely original works in this world, and he has not done any adaptations, let alone creating a new work under an existing worldview.

If such rumors emerge later, in case some fans believe it to be true, no matter what reason he leaves for later, it will attract a lot of criticism. For a screenwriter who is not a global superstar, this might be nothing, and for a work that is not a truly top global IP, this might also be nothing. But putting the two together, no one knows what kind of nuclear-level impact it will cause.

He had already spoken so tactfully, and Edmond Sanchez still had a stress response as if he had been provoked—

Lu Yan He couldn't even imagine what it would be like if some American fans mistakenly thought he was really going to write a script for "Moon Legion", and then he didn't write it in the end.

It is best to clear the relationship from the beginning.

And on this night, Zhang Yuezhen also clearly felt the silent unease beneath Chen Pinhe's expressionless and seemingly calm exterior.

"The Boat" was shortlisted for the Xitu'er International Film Festival.

This film, which was already highly regarded in the country, was about to make its international debut.

And no matter what kind of reputation it gains after its premiere tomorrow, it is clear that this film will become a focus of discussion for many people.

And the story behind this script will also be unearthed.

And what about Lu Yan He?

What kind of content will be interpreted from the role he plays in this film and the son's final choice to kill his father?

Zhang Yuezhen sneered. So, was it because of this fear that he chose to reconcile with Lu Yan He? She had laid her cards on the table before, telling Chen Pinhe that she already knew about his private contact with Lu Yan He, and had long known about the true relationship between him and Lu Yan He.

Even she herself did not expect that so many things, clearly known and understood by each other, would only be laid out at this time.

However, even so, Chen Pinhe still did not admit that he was seeking peace with Lu Yan He.

Zhang Yuezhen didn't believe it at all. She only believed that it was Lu Yan He who rejected Chen Pinhe's peace offering.

Therefore, Chen Pinhe is even more nervous now. He feels uneasy about his future, worried that things will be exposed, worried that one day, everything he has now will collapse and cease to exist, worried that one day, when he walks out the door, he will no longer receive the respect he enjoys now.

Zhang Yuezhen held a glass of wine in her hand, watching him with great interest, a sense of satisfaction appearing in her eyes.

"If Lu Yan He is asked about the reason for taking this film at the media meeting after the premiere tomorrow, do you think he will say your name?"

Chen Pinhe looked at her with cold eyes.

Zhang Yuezhen put down her wine glass and raised her hands in a gesture of surrender.

"Husband, don't look at me like that. He is not my illegitimate child, he is yours." Her face was smiling like a flower, "Actually, when you wanted to stop him from entering the entertainment industry, since you took action, you should have been ruthless. Now, not only has he entered, but he is also doing much better than you. He has completely restrained you."

Chen Pinhe: "Are you crazy?"

"Is this what you call crazy now?" Zhang Yuezhen put away the smile on her face, "Having been husband and wife for so many years, you really don't understand me."

Chen Pinhe: "What do you want to do?"

"Me?" Zhang Yuezhen sat down gracefully beside Chen Pinhe, "I won't do anything now. I'll just wait and see how things between you and Lu Yan He end. I'll wait for you to come and beg me."

Zhang Yuezhen's eyes became sharp in an instant.

Chen Pinhe was stunned for a moment.

"You are really crazy." He threw down such a sentence, got up, and went upstairs.

Zhang Yuezhen just sat where she was, watching Chen Pinhe's back, slowly putting away the sneer at the corner of her mouth.

After Chen Pinhe's figure disappeared behind the stairs, she picked up her phone and sent a message to a person named "Wang Meng" in her address book: How is it? Is there any place to start with Lu Yan He? It's been so long, there should be some harvest, right? -

"When abroad, you must pay attention to everyone. This is not the country."

Before setting off, Wang Biao held a small meeting for Lu Yan He's assistant team and reminded them again.

"No matter who it is or in what capacity they approach you, as long as it involves anything about Lu Yan He, you must keep your mouths shut. Don't say a word. Otherwise, deducting bonuses is a small matter, but leaving an ugly mark on your resume is serious."

Lu Yan He's assistant team now has everyone performing their own duties.

Some are responsible for public relations, some for scheduling, and some for Lu Yan He's daily needs. If exposed, many people would probably say Lu Yan He is acting like a big shot.

However, the reality is that every aspect of Lu Yan He's affairs involves potentially hundreds of counterparties, and every interaction may involve six or seven-digit, or even seven or eight-digit economic interests.

No mistakes are allowed.

If an ordinary person is late, it might be a matter of apologizing to get by.

If Lu Yan He is late, whether it is to the crew or a brand event, it will directly cause economic loss or image loss.

In this case, the bigger the star, the more detailed the team's work division.

Just like now, Lu Yan He has three brand PRs, specifically for different categories.

With more and more people, Wang Biao, the general manager, has to start worrying more.

With many people and many eyes, no one knows when someone will poke a hole.

Especially if this hole is poked in the name of "a member of Lu Yan He's team".

God knows how many stars' reputations in the industry have been ruined by their team members.

Of course, you can transfer or even fire them afterwards.

But once it happens, it is the artist themselves who suffers.

Wang Biao can't stand up and push the blame onto "this person is a temporary worker on our team" when the time comes.

After Wang Biao finished explaining everything, he finally gave a final threat.

"Finally, if anyone dares to mess around outside, or do anything to backstab or betray Lu Yan He, regardless of whether you think this is a society ruled by law now, at most we will fire you, you have already gotten the money you should have gotten—I can tell you clearly, let alone what Ziyan will do, I myself will spend all my salary for a year, and I will definitely find all kinds of people to make your life a mess. I can also let you experience things like being splashed with dog shit when you go out. Don't think you can hide. You are in this team, you know very well what this team can do. Even if you hide in the sewers of Africa, I will find mercenaries to drag you out!"

……

Wang Biao gave a lecture, no matter what these people thought in their hearts, at least they all looked very honest on their faces.

No one dared to break ground on the head of this young and energetic person.

He is much harder to talk to than Lu Yan He.

Wang Biao has never been a good person. He used to be too young to put on airs. Now that he has qualifications, ability, and backing, what is he afraid of?

Of course, you can't blame him for being so fierce.

With Lu Yan He's current market, you never know when you will be entangled by someone.

How many paparazzi can squat outside the hotel where Lu Yan He stays for three days and three nights for a piece of private information about Lu Yan He?

And how many people can tirelessly provide warmth to someone on the team for a whole year just to dig up a little news about Lu Yan He?

If Wang Biao is not fierce, some people's minds will inevitably be restless.

Not to mention, in a foreign land like Xitu'er.

You never know what kind of tricks you haven't anticipated.

You can only try your best to make yourself an iron bucket, water-tight, and fire-proof.

Someone knocked on the door.

"Time to go."

Wang Biao nodded, gave everyone a final warning with his eyes, and said: "Go do what you need to do."

Lu Yan He was all ready, from head to toe, with sponsorships from five endorsed brands on his body, ready to step onto the red carpet of the Xitu'er International Film Festival.

The global premiere of "The Boat".

"Let's go, let's set off!" ===== CHAPTER 874 =====