Chapter 1018: Recruiting Again After 9 Years; 359 Million on the First Day!

"Lin Dao's dance moves are so saucy, I like it so much... Liu Yifei's rich woman, hahaha..."

"I heard that this actor who sells Indian God Oil and is impotent himself is the boss of Shanghai Film? Hiss, awesome! It's comparable to Han Sanping's feat of playing 'Mountain Vulture'!"

"'Dying to Survive' is a movie that makes people feel a bit suffocated, the mood is heavy and dull, but one can't help wanting to keep watching."

"Reality is so ironic. Selling fake medicine for so many years and never being paid attention to, how come as soon as you start selling 'fake medicine' that actually works, you get wanted? Hehe."

"That last shot of Zhang Changlin is truly fucking sublimated and eye-piercing. I don't know how many people and things, or rules, it mocked?"

"The lines are too heart-piercing: There is only one kind of disease in this world, and that is the poverty disease!"

"Sigh, they just don't want to die, they just want to live. What did they do wrong?"

"The beginning of 'Dying to Survive' is as joyful as the end is heavy. All of us at the bottom are moving forward while carrying a heavy load. And living well is indeed the most difficult thing in this world."

"A very rare movie that is clearly such a heavy story, yet doesn't discourage the audience at all, and can even be watched a second, third, or fourth time. I think 'Dying to Survive' will likely endure for a long time, right?"

On the morning of the first day of July, after "Dying to Survive" opened the curtain of the summer season with a super-high screening rate of 49.2%, what followed was a wave of film reviews covering the entire internet.

Deeply empathetic reality, soul-striking questioning, and subject matter for the general public—various factors superimposed on each other, making "Dying to Survive" achieve a nearly 100% attendance rate on its first day of release.

Of course, this naturally also includes the reason for Lin Nan's box office appeal, which is unrivaled in the Chinese film industry; but he hopes to rank this factor last, or even have it ignored, because the movie itself is more worthy.

"Today is Sunday. According to this viewing trend, the first-day box office is afraid it will be explosive, right? You have to know that because of the movie's subject matter, we had never dared to hope for this kind of attendance rate before; it's simply too overbearing!"

"Yeah, isn't everyone in the circle discussing it? Saying my golden body is already formed, even if I throw out a big piece of trash in the future, I can still make a fortune relying on the reputation and credibility accumulated over the past ten-plus years;

Even the audience and fans will be very willing to give me another chance, believe in me a second, third, or even fourth and fifth time..."

Lin Nan was very tired. He lay on the living room carpet, answering the phone from the distributor, Wang Changtian, and obtained the latest and most accurate comprehensive screening rate and attendance rate data.

"Tsk tsk tsk, the eyes of people in the circle are all sharp. You have indeed long since accumulated to the point where you can live off your past achievements, and it's the kind you can live off for a lifetime. Hmm, learn more from the great Director Chen, haha..."

"If these words of yours reached his ears, he would curse you to death behind your back; after all, it carries a trace of 'humiliation'."

Lin Nan smiled weakly. This morning, he suddenly felt mentally tired and exhausted, and his psychological burden was inexplicably heavy. After thinking for a long time, he finally understood where the problem lay:

Every movie shot over these ten-plus years was like a step, sending him to a high place one by one; but the higher one stands, the more tired one is. Look, just like now, quantitative change has led to qualitative change.

Sure enough, after "Mulan" finished filming, he needed to rest for a while. Just like many filmmakers taking a short break from filming, he really had to slow down.

"Curse me? At most, he can only curse a couple of times behind my back. After all, he is now trying to promote his son. That sense of aloofness will only get weaker and weaker, especially in front of those of us who have resources. His airs are always put on for those below him."

Lin Nan really didn't have the energy to chatter with Wang Changtian about these irrelevant things. He just wanted to continue lying down quietly: "Chairman Wang, since the serious business is finished, let's hang up. If there's a new situation, you report again."

"You really are a big master. Fine, that's it."

Over at the Sports University, Han Jia was "manic" as if she had gone crazy, looking like she was about to get rich again.

"The first-day box office is already a sure thing, definitely can hit 300 million! Yifei, Changchang, after getting the box office share, I'll treat you to a grand feast for three days, hahaha..."

"Hmm? Why are you guys not being supportive? Laugh!" Seeing Miss Liu and Shu Chang looking at her like she was a fool, little Han classmate became unhappy instantly.

"At the very least, wait until tomorrow morning to be this happy. Opening champagne at halftime, be careful of poison."

"Shu Chang, you crow's mouth, ptoo ptoo ptoo."

"Lin Nan should be lying at home right now, right?" Liu Yifei didn't bother with the topic of "Dying to Survive," but muttered about Lin Nan with a worried tone.

"What's wrong with Senior Brother Lin?"

"He was talked to this morning. The meaning in and out of the words was just one thing: saying he is no longer a young man in his twenties, and his temper should have passed. Let him go to the association, especially the Film Association..."

Liu Yifei glanced at Han Jia and said truthfully. Well, the atmosphere at the scene quieted down instantly.

Little Han classmate was worthy of being from a system family, and immediately frowned, analyzing: "I remember he withdrew from all associations in September 2009, right?

That's right, compared to then, Senior Brother Lin has made great progress in these 9 years, adding so many big awards and box office results!

Using my dad's words, it's that people like Senior Brother Lin staying outside all along is truly too eye-catching, making it seem like many people's work hasn't been done properly, dereliction of duty!

But it's also okay, that tugging and pulling by Uncle Tong can be considered to have barely solved this problem. So theoretically, Senior Brother Lin can directly politely decline this kindness, because he is already in the organization.

It's just that he definitely can't refuse too bluntly, and he will definitely offend people; after all, he truly didn't give face, didn't enter the film and television industry organization..."

"Lin Nan said one refusal can only last for a while, and it will be endless afterward." Miss Liu added helplessly.

"That's not wrong." Hearing this, Han Jia was stunned for a moment, then nodded quite approvingly, echoing:

"My dad has told Uncle La countless times, let him not look for him for matters of China Film, but hasn't he been disturbed again and again? Besides, he's already retired, and he's still called to the bureau to attend meetings again and again..."

In the afternoon, the internet was still being swiped by news and hot searches related to "Dying to Survive."

Nearly 80% to 90% of the production companies and filmmakers in the entire industry were also paying attention to the fiery film review momentum of this movie to some extent, predicting the first-day box office.

However, a small number of people had no such leisure and energy at all; they were anxiously dealing with other "life-and-death" major events.

Inside Mr. Wang's clubhouse, in the large private room, looking around, they were all film and television capital and filmmakers with faces, power, and resources in the industry.

And one beautiful, almost bewitching face was the reason everyone gathered together today.

Everyone's eyes looking at her carried a trace of complexity. She didn't know the specific reason and matter for calling her over today, right?

However, at this moment, the expression on that beautiful face was already a bit wrong. She frowned slightly, clearly having noticed something strange, having a bad premonition.

"Wang Zong, I've been very busy lately, busy raising money and cooperating with the investigation. If there is nothing too urgent or important, it's best we keep it short."

She spoke, her expression serious, her voice crisp. Although the words were spoken to one person, her gaze swept across everyone at the scene.

Everything in sight was acquaintances, acquaintances she often dealt with in industry activities and banquets, and they were all industry big shots who might be rolled to death by this storm!

"Fine, then keep it short. This time, the higher-ups have made up their minds, so there's nothing to be done about your matter; you can't escape."

"Heh, is this the help I was told about before? Helping me with public relations? That's right, I myself am already selling real estate at prices far exceeding the market. Your help, I naturally gave up on long ago."

This should be the first time in so many years that she spoke to the other party in this tone.

In the past, when did she not face them with a smiling face? But now, she is afraid she has no future. So the attitude of talking to the other party? Hehe, it doesn't matter.

Sure enough, the other party wasn't annoyed at all. Some people around also had expressions of understanding and sympathy, and also didn't speak.

"You didn't say anything you shouldn't have, right?" A question made the atmosphere at the scene suddenly become tense.

"Hehe, Wang Zong and so many presidents called me over today just to ask about this? You are afraid too? Rest assured, I can't do that kind of thing."

Her voice was somewhat desperate, sneering. Of course, she had become completely desperate days ago, otherwise she wouldn't have put so many real estate properties up for sale.

"That's good. Then let's talk about the serious business of inviting you over today."

"Hmm? Just now, that wasn't serious business?" Hearing this, the sneer on her face paused instantly.

"First, rest assured, we have already consulted; you won't go in. Because the current provisions are different from Liu Xiaoqing's time." Someone's irrelevant answer made her relax quite a bit.

"So?"

"Since it's already destined that you can't escape, and the worst, worst outcome is within an acceptable range. Then, do you want to consider..." Suddenly, another person interrupted from the side.

"Consider what?"

"If you have many debts, you don't worry; if you have many lice, you don't itch." Another low voice sounded.

"Some tricky problems, you help bear them together."

"One person having a problem is better than everyone having a problem."

The voices rising and falling mixed in her ears, like knives stabbing into her body. In an instant, her face turned deathly pale. Her brain was buzzing, and there was a very obvious sense of dizziness.

"This is the purpose of finding me today? Letting me shoulder things that don't belong to me? You all truly live up to being capital, finding a woman like me to help you shoulder things. This method is truly using every means possible, ruthless enough!" In the hoarse voice, there was a suffocating coldness.

"We won't let you work for nothing." At this time, the host finally spoke again.

"Hehe, not work for nothing? Then what can I get? I'm already destined to withdraw from the circle, what can I get? And what if I get it?" The counter-question was almost roared out.

"You will get the favor of more than half the circle! Endless connections in the industry, countless resources, long-term top-tier traffic, the treatment of being surrounded by stars, a smooth star path, public opinion escorting you...

Of course, you can't use it, but what about others? We can guarantee to you that these will all be given to you without any difference. As for who you designate to take it, that's your business. How about it, consider it.

You should be very clear that once you have a problem, his path will be very difficult to walk. It's even possible that he just debuted at the beginning of this year, but could be 'soft-banned' in the second half of this year. After all, you've come through so many years, and you have quite a few people you've offended and deadly rivals!"

"I promise you all."

She promised almost without thinking, carrying a sense of determination and firmness. In an instant, her entire temperament also became dead and lifeless.

"Directed by Lin Dao Nan, screenplay by Han Jia, starring Xu Zheng, Wang Chuanjun, Zhang Yu, Bai Bing, Jin Shijie, Ni Ni, and others, the large-scale realistic medical-themed movie 'Dying to Survive' was released on the first day, with a high-profile first-day box office of 359 million; its internet-wide film review reputation is full of praise..."

"According to informed sources, the movie work 'The Mermaid 2' directed by Zhou Xingchi, jointly produced by China Film, Starry Brilliance, Huayi, Shanghai New Culture, and many other film and television giants, starring Wu Yifan, Lin Yun, Allen, Lin Zicong, and others, was quietly wrapped up yesterday."

"The realistic-themed movie 'One Second,' exclusively produced by Huanxi Pictures, directed by Zhang Yimou, starring Zhang Yi, Liu Haocun, Fan Wei, Yu Ailei, and others, officially started filming in Dunhuang this morning."

"Early this morning, many media outlets exposed the family background of the new 'Mou Girl,' shockingly learning: the dance school operated by her mother once violently crippled a young girl in her prime, and twice refused to accept the court's compensation judgment and filed an appeal, both of which were forcibly rejected..."

The next morning, the internet was extremely lively.

Of course, the first-day box office of "Dying to Survive" was beyond doubt, naturally the headline of the internet-wide hot search.

But the popularity of Zhang Yimou's new film was also not to be outdone. To be more precise, the controversial topic and popularity of the new 'Mou Girl' were a bit heaven-defying.

Anyone with a discerning eye could see that this was definitely someone in the circle or a company fueling the flames, wanting to kill this newly promoted 'Mou Girl';

And the entry point chosen for the action was very good, and the timing was also very appropriate, right at the start of Zhang Yimou's new film "One Second."

This wasn't it, public opinion was ignited directly, and the internet was filled with indignation, because all the things could be publicly checked on the internet;

Therefore, countless netizens also more firmly put the hat of "eating human blood buns" on the new 'Mou Girl,' and the wave of cyberbullying formed instantly!

"The promotion of 'Air Strike' actually didn't stop! Just now, a new promotional poster was released, but compared to before, the character photo and name of Fan Bingbing are missing from the main cast."

Lin Nan was eating melons in the office when he saw Yue Jun walk in with an astonished expression.

"Good fellow, is this the same operation as Shanghai Film's 'Railroad Tigers'?"

Lin Nan instantly thought of the previous operation of "Railroad Tigers." In the promotional materials, someone's photo and name didn't appear from the beginning, but he appeared in the theater.

However, it was very clear that "Air Strike" couldn't be successfully fooled like "Railroad Tigers."

After all, the former incident happened suddenly, and everyone knew before that someone was the lead actor; while the latter was laying an ambush from the beginning, which is why it could successfully deceive the public.

And the most important point is that times are different now; the competent department of the competent department has changed.

As the saying goes, a new official applies three fires, and a killing-power stick is indispensable; and it was said that an industry conference was held on April 20th, how could it slap its own face so quickly? And it's slapping its own face!

"I don't know what they are thinking over there? I remember that this person once criticized 'Railroad Tigers' face-to-face with Chairman Ren; but this time when it came to his own head, how come..."

"It's precisely because it came to his own side that it's difficult." Lin Nan interrupted Yue Jun, "Just pretend you didn't see this matter."

"Fine, but I estimate the Film Bureau is also a bit of a headache. I heard Chairman La has been going back and forth there these few days." Yue Jun smacked his lips and sighed, then changed the topic:

"Ning Ying called, wanting to confirm our attendance at the premiere of 'Asura' in two days. It seems to be saying that Lin Dao, you gave a promise during the Shanghai Film Festival?"

"Promise? I didn't give a promise. What I said was if I could spare the time, I would definitely go." Lin Nan couldn't help laughing.

"Fine, understood, it's me again!" Yue Jun understood in a second.

"Hmm, witty."

Half a morning passed, and the netizens were no longer satisfied with scolding the 'Mou Girl'; even Zhang Yimou was scolded along with her.

However, these netizens on the internet clearly didn't know that the great Director Zhang almost never goes online, nor does he pay attention to these chattering things on the internet.

Huanxi.

"Do you want to handle it and suppress these hot searches?"

"Suppress? How to suppress? With what to suppress? It's already known to the whole internet, everyone is scolding; the popularity is even catching up to the first-day box office of 'Dying to Survive.' You just think about how much money it would take to suppress it?" Dong Ping asked directly.

Hearing this, Xu Zheng immediately understood the former's meaning, "Then forget it."

"To say that over so many years, which 'Mou Girl' hasn't been scolded? If she can't even withstand this bit of blow, then don't count on becoming a first-line actor and star.

By the way, instead of caring about these, you might as well strike while the iron is hot and promote 'Dying to Survive' more. If this movie develops according to this trend, I'm afraid it has a guaranteed box office of 3 billion.

By then, when you go to the Golden Horse, you have the paving of the Golden Goblet Award, the blessing of the super-high box office, and two 'insiders,' Li An and Gong Li. You might not have no chance to win the Best Actor this time, and the chance might even be greater than at the Shanghai Film Festival.

Because Lin Dao has already won the Golden Goblet Award for Best Picture, there's no way the Golden Horse can award the exact same award as the Shanghai International Film Festival, right? It at least has to come up with something different!"

Hearing this, Xu Zheng's spirit was immediately lifted, his eyes revealing a sharp light, "Yeah, the chance is great, quite great!"

... ===== CHAPTER 1019 =====