Chapter 136: Just Some Shares

"So cool!"

The reporters instantly got busy.

"You chose well with this outfit today," Lin Nan said softly.

"Of course!"

Miss Liu replied nonchalantly, her tone carrying a hint of pride.

The lively venue went briefly quiet for three seconds because of the appearance of Lin Nan and Liu Qianqian.

Immediately followed by the sound of various greetings.

"Qianqian, you look so cool today!"

Watching Shu Chang had been on set for the past two months and had only taken a day off today to attend the "Lucy" premiere.

Liu Qianqian and Watching Shu Chang chatted briefly before parting ways.

She was the protagonist today and had many things to do.

Lin Nan led Liu Qianqian toward Han Sanping, Jiang Wen, and others.

"Today, it's all up to your 'Lucy'."

Han Sanping looked at the two and said to Liu Qianqian.

"Thank you, Chairman Han."

There were many guests today, naturally dividing into quite a few circles.

But there were also many people who wanted to take this opportunity to integrate into the core circle or build good relationships with producers and big directors.

Lin Nan and Liu Qianqian chatted and laughed among a group of film company bosses and big directors.

Many actors seeing this scene felt indescribable envy.

Yang Mi deeply realized the benefits of signing with Shanhe Media today.

She could easily strike up conversations with many producers and big shots.

"Mi Mi."

"Lao Hu."

Meeting in the crowd, they just exchanged brief greetings; the enthusiasm from the "Paladin 3" days was gone.

Especially when Yang Mi saw Cai Yinong and Liu Shishi, both sides felt a bit awkward...

"Today we are all here to learn. Commercial films are not easy to handle, but this is the general trend."

Jia Zhangke said helplessly. The day after "Lucy" was released, his "I Wish I Knew" would also be released.

But before it was even released, it had already been tacitly abandoned by the cinema chains.

Because the scheduling was all before 10 AM and after 10 PM.

"It will be fine."

Lin Nan really couldn't comfort him on this kind of thing.

An hour later, everyone had pretty much returned to their seats.

Seating arrangements were always the most cautious thing in such occasions.

Lin Nan sat in the first row, surrounded by film company bosses and big directors.

The second row also had some film and television companies, such as Tang Ren, Shiba Culture, and a few first-tier film actors.

Yang Mi sat in the third row this time; this row was also for first-tier film and television stars, and she was very satisfied.

Just looking up, a helpless smile appeared on her face, just like most of the actresses below.

Liu Qianqian sat on the stage, heroic and spirited, high and unreachable. She was the only female lead today.

Watching Shu Chang and Zhu Yawen were also in the third row, sitting next to each other, fiddling with a camera, taking pictures of Liu Qianqian.

Liu Shishi and Tang Yan were further back.

Reporters began to ask questions.

"Qianqian, how do you think this film is different from your previous films?"

"Filming this movie was the most stressful time for me, because the investment was so high, and I was the only lead. I was always thinking about the box office..."

After Liu Qianqian finished speaking, she smiled embarrassedly.

Many people below also laughed. It was true; with a budget of 26 million dollars, any actress would feel a lot of pressure.

"Did you invite Leonardo and others to help in North America, or was it the producer?"

A reporter began to set a trap.

Many people covered their mouths and laughed. What, was there one less option?

Liu Qianqian smiled and looked at Lin Nan, "Thanks to Lin Dao for his help; he used up quite a few favors."

"Haha..."

"Thanks to Lin Dao..."

Many people below were amused, but even more felt sour inside.

Companies like Huayi and Enlight were purely envious; they also wanted to have such connections.

"Lin Dao, Qianqian is a bit naive, haha."

Zhou Xun, sitting behind, said with a smile, not ladylike at all.

After the interview, it was the most important part.

Everyone was looking forward to seeing what a 26-million-dollar sci-fi action film would look like.

Heard the special effects were quite good.

Liu Qianqian walked down from the stage and sat next to Lin Nan.

"I was a bit nervous just now."

Miss Liu whispered to Lin Nan.

"It's fine. Let's watch the movie; this is the first time for both of us too."

Today's premiere was also the first time the finished film of "Lucy" was being shown domestically.

Everyone focused their attention on the big screen in front.

Accompanied by a slightly thrilling tone, the subtitles appeared.

Producer: Crystal Pictures.

Screenwriter: Lin Nan.

Producer: Tang Mu.

Lead: Liu Qianqian.

The film officially began.

Just as promoted, Liu Qianqian's character was just an ordinary girl at first, until she was coerced...

The 90-minute film was full of visual impact, sometimes a bit funny, but completely without dragging, the plot was smooth, and it was very eye-catching.

In the first half, the character played by Liu Qianqian was miserable, very miserable, but many of those present were professional directors.

Everyone understood the technique of suppressing first and then lifting.

"The more miserable the abuse in the beginning, the more satisfying the reversal later..."

"No bells and whistles; this is the standard way to open a commercial film!"

In the film, Liu Qianqian's "evolution level" constantly moved toward 100%, which was also the process from human to god.

The decisive and ruthless fight scenes released all the frustration of the first half; many people present were drawn in.

Gorgeous special effects, dazzling.

Especially the shot of Liu Qianqian using both hands to manipulate "data" and control time, taking sci-fi to the extreme.

Many directors and producers had already started discussing it.

Huang Xiaoming felt a bit bitter now.

"Sister Xun, the film I starred in, 'Flirting Scholar 2', is probably going to die a miserable death."

Zhou Xun was slow to realize, "Same slot as 'Lucy'?"

"Only one week apart; it's exactly the explosive period of 'Lucy's' box office..."

"Heh, then you are indeed miserable."

When the film ended, the applause in the venue was like thunder.

Everyone could see that this was a pure commercial film, with no boring moments throughout, exuding a sense of "satisfaction"!

"Lin Nan, your film is very good."

Han Sanping tilted his head, looking at Lin Nan and saying, with a satisfied expression on his face.

In his view, this film would definitely make money domestically, make a lot of money.

On the other side, Wang Zhonglei was talking to Feng Xiaogang.

The latter shook his head, "There is no competition..."

Liu Qianqian returned to the stage again, with Lin Nan beside her; he was the screenwriter.

Most of the people below still had the images from "Lucy" in their minds.

A female-led film! This was a pure female-led sci-fi film, not mixed with a single fake element!

Many actresses were thinking, if only they were the ones acting in this film; it would definitely become a representative work of their acting career.

This time the media's questions were much sharper.

"Lin Dao, you are the screenwriter of this film. Based on your experience as a director and producer, how much box office can this film get?"

Everyone instantly perked up. Lin Nan's mouth had always been reliable.

Hearing this question, Lin Nan was also a bit helpless.

For this film, he also couldn't judge; it was hard to guess both domestically and in North America.

"Let's talk about domestic. 100 million should be no problem, 200 million with some effort, and anything more will depend on you media friends helping to advertise the film. Thank you."

In the eyes of many, Lin Nan's words were no different from saying nothing. With the quality and buzz of this film, it had a foundation of 200 million.

"Lin Dao, the producer of 'Lucy' is Crystal Pictures. Is that the Crystal of Qianqian? Crystal?"

A reporter asked this question very abruptly.

Lin Nan's heart skipped a beat, and he could feel the body of Liu Qianqian beside him also tense up.

Han Sanping and Wang Zhonglei both had expressions of "You can't hide it anymore."

This question was truly tricky; most of the people below were stunned, a bit dumbfounded.

"No way?"

Guo Fan often hung out at Tiangong Color and knew about it.

At this moment, Zhang Yi, Lei Jiayin, Yang Mi, including the newbie Reba, were all staring blankly at the stage, waiting for the boss's answer.

Lin Nan picked up the microphone and looked at the girl beside him, "Yes."

As soon as these words were out, the scene instantly boiled over.

Except for Han Sanping and Wang Zhonglei, people from other film companies couldn't quite accept it.

The directors and actors in the front row all had expressions like they had seen a ghost.

Yang Mi and others felt like a pie had fallen from the sky; didn't this mean... there was a chance...

In the blink of an eye, everyone's gaze toward Lin Nan changed, shining with light.

A large number of actresses looked at Liu Qianqian, feeling an urge to replace her.

"Actually, I just have some shares," Lin Nan added.

This time it really wasn't a lie.

A while ago, he gave Tang Mu a promise, giving him 5% of the shares in exchange for Tang Mu working for him until retirement.

But there were also additional clauses, which was that if Tang Mu wanted to transfer these shares, he could only transfer them to Lin Nan.

"Lin Dao, how many shares exactly?"

Someone asked impatiently.

"Your question is very impolite. I can only say that Tang Mu is the person in charge of this company and also one of the bosses."

Lin Nan gave an ambiguous answer.

The matter of Crystal Pictures would be made public sooner or later; saying it today was fine.

Until the premiere ended, many people's minds were still blank.

They had heard explosive news today.

Lin Nan had a company in Hollywood; although he was only a partner, that was landing!

Many film companies had the idea of borrowing a boat to go to sea again, but the key was that this time there really was a boat!

"Didn't expect you to say it yourself this time."

Han Sanping teased.

"Since someone asked, I just said it.

Actually, in Hollywood, many people know about my relationship with Crystal Pictures."

Lin Nan continued to say things that were "dark under the lamp."

"Hmm, keep working hard. If there are any blockbusters in the future that need help, just speak up."

Lin Nan didn't need to guess what Han Sanping meant; he understood in a second.

"That would have to be a blockbuster; otherwise, looking for China Film Group, wouldn't that be using a sledgehammer to crack a nut."

Holding the privilege of film imports, who dared not give China Film Group face.

"Blockbusters are good; something like 'Inception' is quite good."

Han Sanping narrowed his eyes, smiling like a fox.

After a premiere, the words Liu Qianqian, "Lucy," Lin Nan, and Crystal Pictures quickly occupied the front pages and headlines of film and entertainment news.

It could be called terrifying. ===== CHAPTER 137 =====