Chapter 264: The Contract Has Been Two Years

That Year in Entertainment, Main Text, Chapter 409: The Contract Has Been Two Years. Latest URL: A group of Hong Kong filmmakers are talking big about the future of Chinese-language cinema, critiquing mainland films and the market.

This is the most eye-catching topic at the Hong Kong International Film Festival currently being held.

When it comes down to it, these people are smuggling in their own agendas; their motives are not pure!

For example, Peter Chan, who spoke quite nakedly:

"Facing the new China-US film agreement, only by investing in more mainland and Hong Kong co-productions can we counter Hollywood blockbuster imports. The mainland film industry needs to increase investment...

But mainland film production has always lacked qualified, professional film producers, while Hong Kong has never lacked such high-end talent. The two sides are perfectly complementary..."

Gordon Chan was even more ruthless: "Hong Kong is a creative base. Everyone doesn't need to distinguish between Hong Kong films and co-productions; they are all Chinese-language films.

Hong Kong filmmakers provide the creativity, take charge of the teams, and handle operational management, while the mainland serves as the production base and primary target market.

This kind of cooperation model is the new trend for co-productions, and only then can Chinese-language films go international and compete head-on with Hollywood."

The mainland film circle listened, stunned. Good heavens, are they being this direct now? They clearly treat mainland film companies as suckers!

What do you mean by Hong Kong filmmakers providing creativity, taking charge of teams and operational management, while the mainland serves as the production base and market?

Isn't this just saying that mainland companies should only provide the money and the market, while Hong Kong filmmakers handle everything else, and the investors shouldn't interfere?

When Lin Nan saw this news, he really couldn't hold back and retorted:

"You all should have some shame! Is it that in your eyes, the mainland film circle is full of suckers who are stupid and rich?"

If other ordinary directors or filmmakers said this, the impact probably wouldn't be too great, but who told them it was Lin Nan who said it.

The media went crazy, excited to the extreme.

Earlier, there was the "Zhao-Zhen Dispute," and the two sides had already clashed once. Is Lin Dao going to fight again this time?

However, in the eyes of many mainland filmmakers, Lin Nan was right. This group of guys from Hong Kong is indeed too arrogant.

What kind of brain-dead things are they saying? They are almost explicitly asking mainland film companies to give them money, and the key is that they haven't even made any good films!

"In recent years, there have been many mainland-Hong Kong co-productions, and there have often been phenomena where mainland investors' funds go missing, films are made perfunctorily, and word-of-mouth is extremely poor. It's worth deep reflection!"

"To this day, the professionalism of the mainland film industry is no worse than Hong Kong's; it's not a must to invest in them. We also have a large number of professional filmmakers who lack opportunities..."

There were many media outlets speaking out. The mainland side was very objective and even listed many film examples. Peter Chan was a "key object of care."

As for the Hong Kong media, Lin Nan became the sinner who destroyed "unity" and affected the development of the Hong Kong film circle, being accused and criticized in various ways.

A large number of mainland filmmakers, directors, and actors gathered under Lin Nan's Weibo, liking and commenting, all in support...

"Before you posted on Weibo, couldn't you think about the consequences? Do you think you're an ordinary person? They've already complained to the Film Bureau over there..."

With the phone on speaker, Han Sanping kept nagging endlessly.

Liu Yifei had one foot on Lin Nan's leg, lying on the sofa, laughing so hard she was almost convulsing, her shoulders shaking.

"Han Dong, I didn't say anything wrong. Those few guys really do treat mainland investors like fools."

Lin Nan even suspected that Han Sanping had already projected himself into the role of the sucker, being so fired up?

Thinking about it, it's really possible. After all, Han Sanping has been scammed by the Hong Kong side more than once or twice, especially by Peter Chan.

"Even if it's the truth, it won't do. Delete it quickly. This is the Bureau's intention. Otherwise, should Director Tong call you personally?"

"Is it necessary to be like this?" Lin Nan wasn't very willing.

"If you were a small director, absolutely no one would care about you, but you aren't."

Hearing this, Lin Nan felt a bit helpless. When one's status and position are high, sometimes it really is a shackle.

"Fine, I'll delete it, for the sake of 'unity.' But Han Dong, taking this opportunity, I have to say one more thing.

That film *The Crossing* invested in by China Film, I really don't think highly of it. You should have some mental preparation. Alright, hanging up."

"What nonsense are you..."

Han Sanping only spat out four words before hearing the busy signal.

"Han Dong must be cursing you right now, actually cursing his film investment to lose money, hahaha..."

Liu Yifei pressed both legs onto Lin Nan's thigh, laughing and teasing.

"Let him curse. Didn't he also lecture for so long? Come, let me delete one and post one."

Before long, Lin Nan's Weibo post came out.

"Deleted the one above. Additionally, let me say, this wasn't my own will; I was complained about!"

"Haha, was Lin Dao educated?!"

"Blind guess, if it's not the big brother China Film, it's the Bureau..."

Han Sanping looked at Lin Nan's newly posted Weibo and couldn't help but laugh:

"As long as the first one is deleted, it's fine.

However, does this guy really not think highly of *The Crossing*? That makes no sense!"

Lin Nan Film Industry's 50 million and Emperor Motion Pictures' 30 million were all deposited into the account opened specifically for *Kung Fu Jungle*.

Lu Yang and Yue Jun rushed back from Hong Kong. The former will spend one month completing the storyboards and the production plan.

"Many people are asking me if that film *Che Zai Jiong Tu*, which is about to be released, has anything to do with us."

After Yue Jun finished this sentence, he couldn't help but laugh himself.

"Hmm, at first glance, it really does have the meaning of 'touching porcelain' (copycatting). Who is acting in it?"

"Guo Degang, Yu Qian."

Hearing this, Lin Nan was even more speechless:

"Is this guy really determined to cross over? If the media asks, just say it has nothing to do with us. If the media doesn't ask, let's not take the initiative to respond."

"Understood, avoid helping others promote."

Speaking of Guo Degang, Lin Nan remembered that incident from a month ago.

People from Deyun She beat up the reporters from Fengxing Studio who were following them at the airport. Three more were detained, fined, and given half a month of detention.

For a time, everyone in the circle was sighing at the combat power of Deyun She; they don't even need bodyguards, they can do it themselves!

However, having clashed with Fengxing, won't Zhuo Wei stare at you for a few years?

Every remake of a Jin Yong drama can always attract the attention of the film and television circle and the audience.

Even Lin Nan noticed the news that Yu Zheng Studio was about to start filming *Swordsman* in a week.

However, what Lin Nan paid most attention to was the Weibo post this person made:

"*Swordsman* is just the first one. Afterwards, we will remake other Jin Yong dramas..."

After two months of filming, *Sleepless in Seattle* wrapped up.

Xue Xiaolu, Yang Mi, Yu Hewei, and others returned to the capital and were surrounded by the media at the airport.

When asked when it could be released, Xue Xiaolu indicated that after finishing post-production as soon as possible, she needed to discuss it with Lin Nan. Lin Nan has more experience in scheduling and screening.

And Yang Mi, like a general who had won a battle, appeared very confident.

"Our film will definitely be a box office hit. Hmm, more than *Lost in Thailand*, it will definitely exceed 500 million, hehehe..."

"Produced by Lin Nan Film Industry, directed by Xue Xiaolu, and starring Yang Mi and Yu Hewei, the romance film *Sleepless in Seattle* has wrapped up. Today, the crew members returned to the capital..."

"Yang Mi boasts that *Sleepless in Seattle* will exceed 500 million at the box office..."

Lin Nan met the crew members at the company, including Yu Hewei.

"Everyone has worked hard. Teacher Xue, are you still taking it back to school for editing this time?"

"Yes, it's convenient over there. I can keep an eye on it when I have time after class, and I can also find some students to help. Just consider it a teaching internship opportunity for them."

Before Lin Nan could speak, Xue Xiaolu added: "But don't worry, there won't be any slip-ups."

"Fine, Teacher Xue can make the call. Finish post-production as soon as possible so I can plan the schedule."

The crew's wrap-up banquet had already been held abroad.

However, Lin Nan still paid out of his own pocket to treat everyone to a big meal, considering it a welcome-back.

Afterwards, everyone dispersed.

Yang Mi left the company with Ceng Jia. Next, she will rest for half a month, and after that, there are still many announcements, endorsements, and activities.

"Lin Dao, there is one thing I must remind you of."

Lin Nan turned back to look at the serious-faced Yue Jun, "What is it?"

"Yang Mi's contract will be full for two years this month."

"It's already been two years?" Lin Nan was a bit dazed and muttered.

"Her professional ability is very outstanding. I checked, and in these two years, she has earned a lot for the company, and the revenue is very high..." Yue Jun continued.

In these two years, Yang Mi has been developing upwards all the way, standing firmly in the ranks of first-tier actresses.

And Ceng Jia, as her manager, takes a portion of the salary from the company, but more importantly, she takes a cut from Yang Mi's share. She probably earned quite a bit too.

"What do you want to say?"

"According to industry practice, at least three months before the contract expires, we need to talk to her about this matter.

With Yang Mi, I think we can advance it to half a year, or even earlier. After all, time is something that passes very quickly when you say it's fast."

"You are in charge of Shanhai Media's affairs." Lin Nan said casually, without a hint of emotion.

"Then I'll talk to her about this in half a year.

Lin Dao, in case there's a problem, should we...?"

Yue Jun's eyes were a bit cold as he asked.

"When did you also become like this?" Lin Nan chuckled and shook his head.

"Shanhai Media, this name is very upright. We don't do those dirty, reputation-ruining things."

Hearing Lin Nan's meaning, Yue Jun's expression was no longer so cold.

"Sigh, I was influenced by those troublesome things from other companies. My thinking went astray; I need to reflect.

However, we aren't short of one first-tier actress. Artist management is just a side business anyway."

Yue Jun laughed and mocked himself, then continued:

"When the time comes, I will talk to her properly about this. If Yang Mi renews, the next contract can adjust the distribution ratio..."

Lin Nan nodded without speaking. He was also thinking about Yang Mi's matter.

Just as Yue Jun said, Lin Nan Film Industry's main business is production, while Shanhai Media is just a side business.

However, looking at Yue Jun's meaning, he wants to keep Yang Mi and renew the contract. After all, the latter's professional ability is really strong!

It's just that he doesn't know if he can keep her.

Lin Nan will wait and see.

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