Chapter 403

Lin Nan felt that he hadn't starved himself silly, but he might be talked silly by Jing Tian.

She chattered on about the crew of "From Vegas to Macau" and her feelings about collaborating with Wang Jing, Chow Yun-fat, and others for the first time.

"Although the movie has just wrapped up, I heard Director Wang Jing say that the release date has already been set for the Spring Festival period."

Lin Nan was not surprised at all by Jing Tian's words.

Wang Jing is a famous "fast shooter" in the Hong Kong circle.

When he films commercial movies, as long as the script is suitable, the speed will be very fast, and the post-production is the same.

"Then I must congratulate you; from mid-October to the Spring Festival period, within four months, you have three movies to be released, and you are the female lead in all of them."

Lin Nan said softly; Jing Tian's resources are among the very top tier in the film and television circle.

"It seems that is the case!"

Jing Tian tilted her head and thought for a moment, then laughed in surprise.

That movie "Special ID," which caused the opposition between Donnie Yen and Vincent Zhao, and even the opposition between the Hong Kong circle and the mainland, was scheduled for October 18th.

And "Police Story 2013" had long ago chosen the New Year's slot and had already been reported to the Publicity Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security, so it was definitely impossible to change.

Now "From Vegas to Macau" is also heading for the Spring Festival slot; isn't that 3 movies in 4 months?

Although the specific release dates for these two movies haven't been set, it doesn't hinder them from being the focus of attention in the film circle; after all, they are both big-name lineups!

Lin Nan had just picked up two bites of food when Lu Zheng spoke up, which was also the matter he mentioned at the airport about wanting to ask Lin Nan for advice.

"I now feel that Lin Dao's suggestion back then was very good."

"What suggestion?" Lin Nan didn't react in time.

"It was the suggestion Lin Dao made before, about letting Tian Tian act in TV dramas; it can quickly accumulate popularity and also hone acting skills."

That Lu Zheng could say such things was something Lin Nan hadn't expected; it really is a rare thing!

"So, you signed with a crew?"

Lin Nan asked tentatively, scanning between Jing Tian and Lu Zheng.

"It's considered settled, letting Tian Tian develop comprehensively. TV dramas accumulate popularity, and movies improve status."

A trace of pride naturally appeared on Lu Zheng's face, and he continued to add:

"A few days ago, CCTV and several companies jointly initiated a large female-led TV drama, which will be produced by Yu Zheng's studio, and I found someone to help Tian Tian get the female lead role.

Speaking of Yu Zheng, looking at the TV drama market in recent years, he can also be considered the TV drama producer most capable of promoting actresses."

Hearing this, Lin Nan really had nothing to say.

This person Yu Zheng, although his character is hard to say, he does indeed produce results.

Furthermore, with CCTV participating in the production, the premiere platform will likely be CCTV-8!

"Then keep it up." Lin Nan looked at Jing Tian.

"Hmm, I will, thank you Brother Lin."

Lin Nan originally thought he could finally eat in peace, but who knew that halfway through, Lu Zheng would start feeling sentimental.

"At first, it was Tian Tian's family who entrusted me to look after her in the film and television circle, but an actor or artist always has to grow.

I estimate at most another two or three years; once she is completely stable, my errand can end, hehe..."

This meal was a bit extravagant, costing nearly 30,000, and it was Lu Zheng who paid the bill; Lin Nan didn't stand on ceremony.

He understood the meaning of Lu Zheng's last words; if there are suitable opportunities in the future, he will give Jing Tian some help.

The news of Liu Yifei heading to Hollywood was transmitted back from Warner again, and this time it was announced uniformly by the crew.

"Hollywood Movie News: Sci-fi movie 'Interstellar,' all main creators have arrived, and they will head to the filming location today to officially start filming."

"'About Time' has successfully finished its theatrical run, with a total box office of 551.4 million, becoming the box office champion for the summer slot."

"It is reported that Lin Nan Film had applied for an extension key for 'About Time,' but unfortunately it was not approved."

"'Unbeatable,' 'The Stolen Years,' and other movies have become the main force of domestic film box office, struggling to resist the offensive of imported films."

"Directed by Wang Jing, starring Chow Yun-fat, Jing Tian, Nicholas Tse, and others, the movie 'From Vegas to Macau' wrapped up yesterday and has been confirmed to enter the Spring Festival slot."

Having just watched Liu Yifei enter the departure hall the day before, today he drove Liu Xiaoli to the airport again.

Lin Nan couldn't help but exclaim that he is truly a good son-in-law!

"The celebration banquet is on the 2nd; Lin Dao, don't forget tomorrow morning." Yue Jun joked.

"I won't."

Lin Nan sat in the office, looked up and replied, then continued to scroll through the news.

The circle is scolding high pay again, saying that actors' pay is rising faster than housing prices in first-tier cities, which is of no benefit to the industry's development, only harm.

Lin Nan wanted to laugh; where is this going?

Once internet companies come in, everyone will know what "high pay" really is.

"Next year, it should be next year..."

The film and television circle knows that "About Time" is holding a celebration banquet on the 2nd, but not many people in the circle received invitations.

This was Guo Fan's intention, because he felt that it was only a box office of over 500 million, not worth making a big fuss about, and it didn't reach 1 billion.

Come to think of it, Lin Nan felt it made a lot of sense.

The large conference room that could hold a hundred people was almost full.

The deputy director of the Administration personally presided over the meeting, and there were also people from the General Administration of Press and Publication and the Ministry of Culture on the side.

"Today this belongs to an internal meeting, and it is also a meeting to collect opinions."

Han Sanping said calmly, without the intimidating momentum he used to have.

"Collect opinions?"

At this time, the leaders above started to speak.

"Today, those present include the film and television industry, the internet industry, and they are all big companies and leaders in the industry..."

"... The 'piracy phenomenon' in the film and television industry has already become a stubborn disease and must be dealt with. Calling everyone here today is to hear everyone's opinions and views..."

Lin Nan's mind was lingering on the words "piracy" and "stubborn disease"; it was indeed as he had thought.

Everyone's expressions below were very rich; excited, thrilled, expected—in short, it was a good thing!

The internet is the main concentration area for film and television piracy, but internet companies are also helpless and have a headache about this, so they still need the people above to take action.

This should be the meeting where the attendees spoke most actively; one moment it was internet companies, the next it was film and television companies, talking endlessly, all pouring out their bitterness and opinions.

Something about how much revenue is lost every year because of piracy, affecting how many surrounding industries, thereby affecting tax revenue, and even the WTO is criticizing...

For nearly three hours, everyone's speeches could be summarized in one sentence: the industry has suffered from piracy for too long!

The speeches and attitudes from the internet industry side were even more intense than those from the film and television industry side.

"'Film and television piracy' is the stumbling block for internet companies entering the film and television industry, the biggest obstacle..."

Lin Nan turned his head and chatted with Wang Changtian in a low voice.

"It can be seen that they want to come in. This is a good thing; they have money, we are professional!"

This sentence from Old Wang made Lin Nan stunned for a moment.

Good heavens, internet enterprises are not the same as the financial industry, and even less the same as coal bosses and real estate developers.

Their desire for control and domineering attitude are not just talk; they are man-eaters!

"In order to accelerate the development and prosperity of the film and television cultural industry, policies encourage internet enterprises to enter the film and television cultural industry.

Within the next year, aimed at the stubborn disease of 'piracy', multiple relevant departments will come up with solutions to eradicate it completely..."

The people above really made their stance clear!

Just waiting for the relevant departments to take action to solve the problem of "piracy" is the time for a group of internet companies to fully enter the film and television industry.

This meeting will be held a few more times later, but Lin Nan doesn't plan to come; let Yue Jun represent the company to attend.

"Lin Dao, Chairman Wang, President Ye, as long as the 'internet piracy' matter is solved, Tudou's value can definitely double!"

Wang Wei said excitedly; Wang Changtian and Ye Ning were also full of joy; the shares must be held tightly.

"I heard that a few days ago, Alibaba issued an acquisition intention to the listed company 'Cultural China' in Hong Kong..."

Ye Ning said unexpectedly; this is a listed film and television company!

Lin Nan and Wang Changtian looked at each other, and the latter joked:

"This appetite is big enough; if it really succeeds, Alibaba will have an extra listed company in the film and television circle, one step to the finish line!"

"Last time, we went to attend Alibaba's 'Internet Era + Film and Television Cultural Industry Summit', isn't that Chairman Ma's style?"

Lin Nan also smiled, then waved at the few people. The meeting dispersed, each returning to their own homes.

But before he could walk far, he ran into a few people.

"Lin Dao, nice to meet you. I hope to cooperate with Lin Nan Film Industry in the future; this is my business card..."

Looking at the person from Tencent in front of him, Lin Nan smiled and took the business card.

Speaking of which, he still had quite a few Tencent stocks in his hands.

"Mm, you're too polite."

Without chatting for two sentences, the other party politely said goodbye.

"Compared to Alibaba's people, the style is indeed different, hehe..."

Lin Nan whispered.

He looked at the business card in his hand and couldn't help but sigh: "The wolf is really coming!"

Photos of Liu Yifei and Shu Chang shopping had already appeared in entertainment news.

The two were of the same style, t-shirts, jeans, and white sneakers, plus a pair of wine-red large sunglasses covering most of their faces, with long hair draped over their shoulders, looking even more youthful and lively.

"Are you coming over? We bought quite a lot of things, missing someone to carry the bags..."

"And someone to swipe the card!"

Shu Chang shouted at the phone beside Liu Yifei.

"In your dreams..."

"What did you say? Say it again!"

"I said... send the address!"

Lin Nan's tone changed, and a crisp, sweet laughter immediately came from the other end of the phone.

"Xixi, you're still the best!"

On the fifth day of *About Time*, it got 34.9 million; although the daily box office fell back slightly, it was normal.

The box office of *Young Style* was not high, but the daily box office stably maintained around 4 million, which could be considered a small dark horse; after all, the investment cost seemed to be only around 3 million.

*A Moment of Love* and *Tiny Times 2* will be released on the same day, and the two films will also be tit-for-tat.

But the films hadn't started fighting with real swords and guns yet; the directors had already made the first move.