Chapter 385: The Oscar Journey

Tang Mu's efficiency is very high, and the domestic media is not to be trifled with either.

"Hollywood Film News: Directed by Chinese Golden Lion Lin Dao Nan, starring Leonardo, Naomi Watts, Jessica Chastain, etc.

The film *The Invisible Guest* will be released on December 1st, North American time. This film is also an entry for the 86th Academy Awards."

Lin Nan once again forcefully hit the front page headlines of film and television news, and the film circle instantly became lively.

Few mainland directors direct foreign-language films, let alone release them in North America, and with such a luxurious cast.

Most importantly, Lin Nan's *The Invisible Guest* is an Oscar entry film.

Looking at Lin Nan's record at foreign film festivals, perhaps, maybe, possibly, is there really a chance this time?

"Lin Dao Nan, is this going to strike at the heart of the enemy?"

"It has to be this way! Every year so many directors fight for one Oscar Best Foreign Language Film selection spot, isn't it tiring?"

"The probability of Lin Dao's success is really hard to say; the three leads are all on the Oscar runner-up list, and Little Leo is a long-term runner-up; it's poisonous!"

There was much discussion online, and acquaintances in the circle also joked one by one.

"You're awesome; if you really bring back a Best Director, the authorities will have to name and praise you, right? The school will have to take you back and worship you! Director Chen's status probably won't be guaranteed. Haha..."

Ning Hao's words sounded a bit exaggerated, but thinking about it carefully, it really was the case.

"Stop talking about me, when will *Breakup Buddies* start filming? Casting has been over for so long."

"What's the rush? I'm currently inspecting the shooting route. By the way, you bastard, you put eye drops on me before! And you said that a few girls who were drinking with us looked pretty good..."

Lin Nan held the phone further away, and only took it back after Ning Hao finished cursing.

"Isn't this to liven up the atmosphere? Haha..."

"Liven up the atmosphere? You're using my life to liven up the atmosphere?"

Not long after chatting with Ning Hao, the phone call from Jiang Wen also came.

Good guy, this is a free-rider.

"Quasi-Oscar director, come and make a cameo in my *Gone with the Bullets*, how about it?"

"Then I have to listen, what role, when does it start filming, and where is it being filmed."

Not to mention whether he agreed or not, Lin Nan directly asked three questions.

Jiang Wen is famous in the circle for being unreliable when filming.

"Start filming at the end of the year, the role is not yet decided, and the location is definitely not decided either."

"The time is vague, there is no role, and you don't even know where it's being filmed. Are you teasing me? I'm also very busy at the end of the year, forget it."

Lin Nan decisively refused; does this guy think he's Ge You or Chow Yun-fat to fool him? He doesn't buy it.

Phone calls came one after another, but the main purpose was to wish Lin Nan a smooth Oscar journey, and he accepted them one by one.

Lin Nan picked up the cat ear headband on the bedroom floor and placed it on the bedside table.

Miss Liu was still on announcements today and left very early.

It was only because Mother Liu was not in the capital that Liu Yifei ran to Lin Nan's place, and the two went crazy all night.

The result was that Miss Liu went to work in high spirits, and Lin Nan overslept...

Driving the car, Lin Nan headed straight for the company.

He hoped to finish editing the post-production of *The Taking of Tiger Mountain* as soon as possible, and after all the special effects shots were completed, finalize the finished film.

Guo Fan took the *About Time* crew and flew to Shanghai today; the promotion location was at the Shanghai Theatre Academy.

This time it should be quite popular; after all, main actors like Wan Qian, Reba, and Sun Yizhou are all from the Shanghai Theatre Academy.

"Refused?"

Just arrived at Tiangong Color, Lin Nan heard a group of people discussing the matter of Xiaoma and Huayi.

Xiaoma's Chairman Li Ming had just held a media meeting half an hour ago and officially rejected Huayi's acquisition intent.

"Xiaoma has raised nearly 2 billion in the past 5 years, not to make wedding clothes for others. Xiaoma's ultimate goal will always be an independent listing, and the original intention will not change.

In the remaining half year, we will submit an IPO and launch an impact on the A-share market. We welcome friends in the circle who have intentions or are like-minded at any time..."

Looking at the number Li Ming said in the news, Lin Nan felt a bit of pressure.

Of course, Lin Nan was confident he could still come up with this money, it just might need some turnover.

But it wouldn't reach that point; if one day he really needed that much money, he believed there would be quite a few people outside willing to send him money.

At noon, Lin Nan ate at the company and also had a video call with Miss Liu.

Liu Yifei's food was much richer than Lin Nan's; after all, she was on announcements, with fruits and desserts available.

"Lin Dao, CCTV called." The assistant ran to Lin Nan's side.

"They are looking for me?"

"Yes."

To be honest, Lin Nan was only familiar with the Movie Channel side; those who could call the company definitely weren't the Movie Channel.

If it were the Movie Channel, they would usually contact Yue Jun when looking for Lin Nan.

"Didn't say what it was about?"

"It seems to be about the Spring Festival Gala director; this time it's rare to publicly select from society, and there's a symposium this afternoon."

Lin Nan was amused; he had no experience directing a gala, they should be looking for Zhang Yimou instead!

Oh, he remembered, Zhang Yimou was still choosing actors for *Coming Home*. It was estimated that it would be over soon, and it would also start filming.

"They hope you can attend and participate; I heard quite a few big directors are on the invitation list." The assistant conveyed the meaning from CCTV.

Lin Nan didn't know what to say; he didn't have time at the end of the year, but if he called back to refuse, it would obviously be inappropriate and not very polite.

"Hope I participate? Okay, then I'll go for a trip this afternoon, and by the way, say I won't participate in any selection."

After two o'clock in the afternoon, Lin Nan arrived at the CCTV building; there were really quite a few vehicles outside. It could be seen that quite a few people had already arrived.

"Fate. I only called you this morning, and we're meeting now."

Jiang Wen roared from afar and walked over quickly; he was probably also here to deal with the errand.

"Let's go, go in and have a cup of tea." Jiang Wen really didn't stand on ceremony; does he think CCTV is his own home?

Staff members led the two all the way to the conference room; the moment they entered the door, good guy, they were all acquaintances!

Chen Kaige, Gu Changwei, Feng Xiaogang, Zhang Guoli... and more were directors from the academic school.

That guy Lu Chuan actually mixed in too? Isn't this just making up the numbers!

Jiang Wen led the way, and the two sat down beside Gu Changwei.

"Lin Nan, I heard your company is filming the TV series *Red Sorghum*?"

Just after sitting down, a question from Gu Changwei left Lin Nan stunned.

He didn't know if Director Gu was asking about the TV series or the person; Lin Nan felt a bit guilty.

"Hmm, it's being filmed, directed by Director Zheng Xiaolong."

Lin Nan said with a smile. He muttered in his heart: The affairs of you two are now the talk of the circle.

"When Zhang Yimou filmed the movie back then, I was the one behind the camera."

Gu Changwei's words made Lin Nan's heart, which had been lifted, settle down.

He nodded: "That *Red Sorghum* is a classic, and look, the male lead is also here."

As they were talking, Lin Nan looked at Jiang Wen, who smiled, "My temper was hot back then, and I didn't butt heads with Director Zhang less."

"I haven't seen your temper get any better now, have I?" Gu Changwei teased.

A Vice Station Chief came in.

It turned out that this time it was the boss of the Propaganda Department who took the lead, which is why the Spring Festival Gala was selecting the general director and programs from society.

A high-sounding speech, how to beat around the bush, it could have been finished in a few words.

An hour later, Chen Kaige, Feng Xiaogang, Lu Chuan, and others, as well as quite a few art film directors, agreed on the spot that they would participate in the selection.

Lin Nan expressed that his schedule was very busy and he couldn't spare three months; of course, there was no need to participate in the selection.

Jiang Wen also had to film a movie and refused; he was just here today to show support and give face.

However, Gu Changwei also refused, which Lin Nan hadn't expected.

"Director Gu signed with Huayi, are you preparing a new movie?" Lin Nan asked tentatively.

Gu Changwei really nodded, "I am preparing a movie, filming something young people like; isn't this WeChat very popular..."

Gu Changwei stopped at that, and Lin Nan didn't pursue it further.

It's just that when leaving the CCTV building, Director Gu asked as if nothing had happened:

"Has your Sister Wenli ever recommended any actors to you?"

Damn it, Lin Nan felt he shouldn't have come here today.

"Recommended Ma Sichun, but I don't have any suitable roles here for the time being." Lin Nan said without changing his expression.

Sitting in the car, Lin Nan was sighing, "These two, I'm truly speechless."

The reputation of *The Patriot Yue Fei* is really quite good, with an average viewership rating of 0.8 on four satellite TV stations, and it can occasionally rush to 1.

As a historical drama that leans towards biography, this result can be said to be quite eye-catching.

But even so, voices still emerged, suggesting that this TV series be taken off the air.

As for the reasons given, they were still those old, stale reasons, which were truly purely disgusting.

In the evening, Liu Yifei returned a step before Lin Nan.

"Xie Nan said that *Wolf Warrior* has already been filmed to the last third, and it should be finished by the end of this month."

Miss Liu still cares quite a bit about this film; after all, it's her first independent investment and production.

"So fast?"

Lin Nan was quite surprised; although Wu Jing had already directed *Legend of the Wolf*, he was still considered a novice.

"It is quite fast, but it's not without a price." Liu Yifei said somewhat depressed.

"What's wrong?"

"Yu Nan has a film called *Silent Witness*, which will be released in September and is already being promoted.

The director of this film has publicly accused Yu Nan several times, both openly and secretly. Because she promised to cooperate with the crew's promotion, but has been absent."

"Wu Jing won't let her go?" Lin Nan instantly guessed the reason.

"Hmm. Today, someone even contacted Red Star Dock."

Liu Yifei nodded; as the producer, she was also very helpless.

"Tell Wu Jing to take it easy; this is the industry rule. If he doesn't let her go today, what if others block him later? Doing this is very easy to ruin his own and the actor's reputation."

"Told Xie Nan, she will go and handle it."

Liu Yifei shook the phone in her hand, and a smile appeared on her exquisite face again.

It seems she has a lot of confidence in Xie Nan!

(End of chapter)