Chapter 163: Palace

Lin Nan was called by the higher-ups to attend the film industry conference.

Participating in the meeting, besides the film and television industry, there were also the financial industry, experts, and scholars...

Hearing the word "capital" from the official mouth was truly a bit surprising.

"Over the past year, the output value of the film industry has exceeded 10 billion; this is the result of encouraging 'capital' to enter the market! This is just the beginning..."

Capital, in layman's terms, refers to money.

But money alone cannot be considered qualified capital; this kind of capital is called "blind money" by the film and television industry.

Qualified and high-quality capital must have resources that serve the film and television industry, such as media companies, promotional channels, cinema lines, discourse power, influence...

This is the "ideal capital" needed in the industry!

Head film people like high-quality capital, and the latter also favors great directors and directors who can make money.

However, compared to Feng Xiaogang, Zhang Yimou, Jiang Wen, and others who were surrounded, Lin Nan's side was much colder.

Most of them just greeted simply, left contact information, and left, without chatting much.

Because everyone knew that Lin Nan was not short of those things.

"Unknowingly, I seem to have walked on the road of 'capital', heh heh..."

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After the box office of "If You Are the One 2" reached 450 million, the daily growth dropped to hundreds of thousands.

At the same time, the screening rate was also lowered to 4%; although it wasn't said to be taken off the screen, it was about the same.

Looking at Jiang Wen's side, "Let the Bullets Fly" was really rushing to 700 million; after 675 million, the daily box office still had 3 or 4 million, and the chance was very big.

"If this film can really break 700 million, I will definitely hold a big banquet..."

Jiang Wen had been high-spirited for this month.

From the end of the "ban period" to now, for more than 4 years, he finally raised his eyebrows!

"Good, I'll wait for Director Jiang's big banquet. By the way, also prepare the red envelope promised to me before, heh heh."

"These are all small things; I'll prepare two copies for you, haha..."

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The "Pacific Rim" crew far away in Warner.

Zhang Yi was also exceptionally excited at this moment, seeing another 700 million box office film.

"If I have to say, the most correct and decisive decision I've made in these years is definitely..."

"Definitely the ten-year contract signed back then!" Guo Fan teased with a smile.

"Haha, Director Guo is right; it's this decision."

Zhang Yi agreed with a smile, his eyes already invisible.

In the distance, Jing Tian, wearing the combat suit in the film, walked over with a smile. "Congratulations, Brother Zhang Yi."

"Small matter, small matter."

Zhang Yi waved his hand repeatedly; the feeling of being praised was comfortable from the inside out.

"After this 'Pacific Rim' is released, you will all be international stars."

Guo Fan looked at the shooting crew preparing over at Warner and said affirmatively.

Through these months of exchange and learning, Guo Fan had been conquered by Warner's technology and team.

He felt that after this "Pacific Rim" was produced, it would definitely be a very shocking sci-fi blockbuster!

"By the way, that 'The Warring States' of yours seems to be fast, right?"

Zhang Yi suddenly thought of this matter.

He and Jing Tian were also old acquaintances; they had cooperated before in "The Martian", and the simple-minded girl always gave people a good impression.

"The special effects will be finished before the end of this month; when the time comes, please be sure to attend the film's premiere."

Jing Tian smiled and invited sincerely.

"Good, no problem."

"Definitely show support..."

Zhang Yi and Guo Fan agreed fully.

Not long after, several people chatted about "Now You See Me".

This film had been released for more than a month, and the North American box office was close to 200 million USD; it was also a blockbuster commercial film.

They had often heard the name Crystal Pictures these days.

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"Let the Bullets Fly" was still making its final sprint.

The films behind were following one after another, starting promotion and release.

Liu Yifei pulled Lin Nan to watch "New Shaolin Temple".

To tell the truth, Lin Nan refused at first.

Because there was no need to look at this film to know what the main line was; this was an advertising film and custom film for the Shaolin Group.

After two hours, the central idea was very clear: that temple was not only a shelter but also a holy place to save lives and souls!

"Look, I said it was a waste of time; it's better to look at those books of yours at home."

Lin Nan complained, which earned him a roll of eyes from Liu Yifei.

This film attracted the audience mainly for two points: one was the nostalgia of that "Shaolin Temple" back then, and the other was the huge star lineup.

"It's quite disappointing. Shall we eat something and go back?" Liu Yifei suggested.

"Mm, let's go."

To tell the truth, "New Shaolin Temple" absolutely belonged to an individual case in the film industry.

In promotion, it didn't count the cost, and it was a global release...

In Lin Nan's view, this film might not have thought about breaking even and making money from the moment it was established.

The purpose of filming this play was only one, which was to advertise, promote, and spread influence!

Sometimes one really has to admire this group of "monks"; their business acumen is truly good!

……

Photos of Lin Nan and Liu Yifei appearing in the cinema were secretly taken.

Fortunately, it wasn't taken from which screening hall they came out of; otherwise, being chased by the media to ask for an evaluation of the film would be very troublesome.

Nostalgia plus a powerful star lineup attracted quite a few audiences.

The first-day box office of 21 million could explain the problem.

But a group of "experts" predicted that the domestic total box office would reach 500 million, which was a bit funny. At least, Lin Nan thought this was daydreaming.

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"Lin Dao, the special effects for 'The Warring States' are finished."

Hearing this, Lin Nan was stunned for a moment, suppressing the thought of wanting to go see it.

"Notify Starlight Brilliant, let them come over."

Lu Zheng's speed was very fast; in less than two hours, he arrived at Tiangong Color with people.

"Hello, Lin Dao, I am the director of 'The Warring States'..."

Lin Nan was not interested in who the director was and politely perfunctorily said two sentences.

There were employees leading several people to see the finished special effects shots, and not long after, they started packaging.

"Lin Dao, the special effects are very great; I can't wait to see the finished film in the cinema."

"Don't be polite; you get what you pay for. President Lu has a big move, and Tiangong Color definitely can't pit you."

Lin Nan said as a matter of course. Lu Zheng chose the most expensive one at the time.

"We have already set the slot; the film will be released on April 12, and will land in North America at the end of April..."

Lu Zheng started talking about their arrangement for "The Warring States", with a momentum of wanting to kill the whole field after release.

"Then we must hurry up and get the finished film done."

"Don't worry about this, Lin Dao; with the special effects shots from Tiangong Color, the finished film can be edited within half a month..." the director of "The Warring States" said appropriately.

Several people came quickly and left quickly.

Hearing that they still had to rush back to choose film highlights for promotion, it could be seen by the audience in these two days...

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During this period before the Lunar New Year, social engagements in the circle instantly increased.

"Let the Bullets Fly" barely crossed the 700 million threshold, reported 708 million, and was taken off the screen.

"Director Jiang Wen successfully became a 700 million box office club director..."

"'Let the Bullets Fly' is only under 'Thieves', ranking second on the domestic film box office list!"

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At the celebration banquet, Jiang Wen held a wine glass and walked to the table of Lin Nan and Liu Yifei.

"Come, I'll drink first as a respect." As he spoke, he drank half a glass of white wine in one gulp.

Before Lin Nan could lift the red wine, Jiang Wen took out a very thick red envelope.

"Brother, I keep my word. Said I'd give a red envelope, so I give a red envelope.

The four characters 'Let the Bullets Fly', 10,000 for each character, haha..."

Hearing this, Lin Nan was a bit caught off guard.

Good guy, he really prepared a red envelope for him; he originally thought it was just talk.

Lin Nan understood Jiang Wen's personality; with this kind of character, the red envelope was already taken out; if he didn't accept it, it might be difficult to end today.

"A bit stingy; I remember your company is also an investor in the film!"

Making a joke, Lin Nan was about to take the red envelope, but who knew he was dodged by Jiang Wen with a smile.

"What? Not giving it anymore?"

Quite a few people in the circle on the side were looking at the two great directors with interest.

Only to see Jiang Wen hand the red envelope to Liu Yifei, and the latter was a bit bewildered.

"Yifei, collect it for Lin Dao?"

Liu Yifei's eyes instantly lit up, looked at Lin Nan, and a smile overflowed on her face. "Good, leave it to me."

As she spoke, Miss Liu took the red envelope in Jiang Wen's hand, looking like a housekeeper.

"Do you want to consider leaving a slot? As long as you nod, I will definitely give you a lead role in my next film."

Lin Nan smiled speechlessly; he knew this guy didn't have any good intentions!

Many people heard Jiang Wen's words and looked at Liu Yifei with envy; was this the different treatment for different people?

"Is there a script yet? Or is it this style of 'Let the Bullets Fly'?"

"Ah? There is no plan yet, but it should still be this style."

Jiang Wen said affirmatively.

When filming "Let the Bullets Fly", he realized that this film style was the style that truly belonged to him!

"Really thank Director Jiang, but I still feel I'm not suitable."

Liu Yifei changed the subject, catching everyone off guard.

Jiang Wen slapped his thigh. "Really not considering it?"

Liu Yifei smiled and shook her head, then looked at Lin Nan.

"Forget it, wasted effort..."

"Alright, asked several times already." Lin Nan diverted the topic in time.

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Just after the celebration banquet of "Let the Bullets Fly" ended, the media reported the news of Jiang Wen giving Lin Nan a red envelope and Liu Yifei rejecting the film invitation.

The speed was astonishing.

The news at the celebration banquet spread quickly, and the efficiency of Starlight Brilliant was not slow either.

The first batch of stills and tens of seconds of promotional trailers for "The Warring States" quickly spread across major portal websites.

Lin Nan also took two glances.

At this moment, the audience didn't know the plot of the film, but just looking at the stills, the picture was truly beautiful...

Jiang Wu in "Let the Bullets Fly" and Sun Honglei in "If You Are the One 2" appeared together in the promotional trailer for "The Warring States".

This wave of promotional effects was pulled to the full!

……

"Lin Dao, that 'Palace' seems to be about to start broadcasting?"

Yue Jun reminded.

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(End of chapter)

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