Chapter 411: Return Journey, The Problem of Internet Water Army

"Produced by Huayi, directed by Tsui Hark, the 3D martial arts suspense film *Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon* had a first-day box office of 55.23 million."

"It is reported that the production cost of the film *Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon* is as high as 130 million. After the first day of public screening, the online reviews are mixed, but the box office growth trend is strong, with full potential!"

"Wang Zhonglei stated that the *Detective Dee* series will become the most important head film series project of Huayi Group, and will continue to create a third, fourth, and even more."

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Lin Nan looked at the domestic film information and could already predict the box office champion of this National Day slot.

Tsui Hark's *Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon* seems to have no opponents, and other films cannot pose the slightest threat to it.

"This 3D effect plus a large number of CG shots is indeed very capable, although it sacrificed quite a bit of plot and editing."

Lin Nan didn't see the final cut, but based on his understanding of Tsui Hark, it must be like this.

This big director, famous for his sharp style in lens editing, has already abandoned his previous style just to accommodate 3D technology.

How to put it, directors who are too obsessed with film technology are very easy to go to extremes.

Lin Nan looked into the distance at the filming site of the crew; several actors were all very hardworking.

At this time, the mobile phone vibrated.

"I've already run to Bingdao, and you're still harassing me?"

Lin Nan looked at the caller ID and complained with a smile.

"Speak, what problem has your graduation play run into again?"

Han Jia'nu was stunned; she hadn't spoken yet, but was preempted by Lin Nan.

"Senior Brother Lin, it's not about the graduation work. Old Han's birthday banquet is in these two days; you won't be unable to make it back, right?"

"No, I'm counting the time to go back. If I really break my promise, your father is afraid he will slap the table and curse."

"Haha, he doesn't have such a big temper now either; he has changed a lot during this period. Since you can make it back, then that's it, see you then."

"Mm, see you then."

Hanging up the phone, Lin Nan shook his head lightly: "Can he not change? Coming down from the head chair, his spirit will definitely change."

Walking to Nolan's side, Lin Nan sat on the chair specially prepared for him by the crew.

"Christopher, when this film is released, remember to bring people to run promotion."

"Lin, are you talking about the Chinese market?"

Nolan didn't turn his head, but continued to stare at the monitor, asking Lin Nan softly.

"Yes, I know Warner Bros. definitely wants to release *Interstellar* in the global market."

"Of course, China is the second-largest film market in the world; for you and Crystal, I will also personally bring people to do promotion."

Lin Nan nodded with a smile; this film will bring huge blessing effects to Liu Qianqian.

"Lin, I remember at the end of last year, there was a *Manchester by the Sea* in your office. Listening to the name, it shouldn't be a commercial film, right?"

Ma Te Damon's sudden sentence made Lin Nan a bit surprised.

"Ma Te, that is also a script for an award-chasing film; perhaps I will start filming this film early next year. To be precise, I should be able to decide after the Oscars end."

Sure enough, hearing that it was an award-chasing film, Ma Te Damon immediately widened his eyes, but then thought of something.

"Wish you good luck at the Oscars this time; hope Leo can get what he wishes."

Lin Nan smiled and didn't speak. That script would be prioritized for Leonardo.

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Sleeping at two o'clock in the morning for three consecutive days, Lin Nan felt that it should stop. For the sake of future happiness, he must restrain himself.

"Nolan said, at most one more week, or even four or five days, and I can wrap up. Are you going back now? Can't you wait for me?"

Liu Qianqian had a trace of reluctance in her eyes; she really wanted Lin Nan to return to the country with her.

"Did you forget? Han Dong is holding a retirement banquet the day after tomorrow, and it's also his 60th birthday banquet."

Lin Nan pinched Liu Qianqian's nose and reminded her.

"Ah! It seems, I really forgot!"

Only then did Miss Liu react, and then she opened Lin Nan's hand.

"So if I stay any longer, I will have to miss Han Dong's 60th birthday. If both of us don't go, there's no way to explain it."

"Then, you represent the two of us together."

"That's for sure."

While Lin Nan accompanied Liu Qianqian to chat, he packed the luggage he brought, and had to go back again.

Lying on the bed at night to recuperate, Lin Nan brushed domestic news by the way, which was still quite lively.

*Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon*, the first weekend of two days cut 94.88 million; this result is truly eye-catching!

That guy Ning Hao also held an opening ceremony for *Breakup Buddies*, and it has officially started filming.

Lin Nan Pictures is one of the presenters, and Zhao Liying, as an artist under the company, is also highly concerned by the media.

However, the information about the film was eventually overshadowed by the scolding war between Lin Gengxin and Tang Ren.

Since the Shanghai Intermediate Court ruled last time, and Lin Gengxin regained his freedom starting from October, the two sides have not been getting along.

Now seeing that there are only a few days left, it will be October.

Lin Gengxin simply vented all his resentment and wrote a Weibo post:

"In two more days, I will be free, free from that wolf's den that eats people without spitting out bones. Thinking about my salary, it was only paid to me after I sued them; it's truly ridiculous.

I suggest that when newcomers sign with a company, they must choose carefully, and don't be easily 'fooled', otherwise if you enter Tang Ren, you can only do odd jobs and play supporting roles, and have your youth wasted."

"In fact, I am not the only one who was 'fooled'; the little girl behind also refused Shanhai Media.

I heard that Tang Ren's newcomer contract has been changed again, with a longer time, even up to 10 years, stronger binding force, and the liquidated damages have doubled. I warn newcomers as a 'person who has been through it', must be cautious..."

One Weibo post directly tore open the wound on Tang Ren again, and it was when *Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon*, in which Lin Gengxin participated, was very popular.

The public opinion of the media, the industry, and the internet rose up all at once, and the popularity and topic degree also soared instantly. Except for those in the industry who remained silent, basically everyone stood on the opposite side of Tang Ren.

Karen Tsai was furious and went down to the field herself, but almost no one gave her face.

Obviously, this Lin Gengxin, who is about to regain his freedom, has found a big thigh, otherwise he wouldn't be so bold.

Subsequently, the press releases on the internet increased overnight, all reports targeting Lin Gengxin's low character.

The latter was also very direct and issued another supplementary Weibo post:

"In the film and television circle, Tang Ren's competitors or artists who have offended Tang Ren, I'll give everyone a reminder:

My former company has always used internet water armies, and their water army business has been very skilled since a long time ago.

Everyone can match their own past experiences, and perhaps there will be unexpected surprises."

At this point, it can be considered clear, directly putting Tang Ren on the fire to roast.

And Karen Tsai only issued a lawyer's letter warning, and didn't even call the police.

As for the reason, it is self-evident. It is estimated that Tang Ren, which was already squeezed out by the film and television circle, will have an even harder time in the future!

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Liu Qianqian personally sent Lin Nan and his party to the airport.

"Muma, wait a few more days, and I will wrap up and come back."

"Mm, changed lipstick?" Lin Nan joked.

"Yo, quite experienced, Lin Dao?"

"No, my experience is all gained from you, Qianqian."

Facing Liu Qianqian's unkind teasing gaze, Lin Nan was also very witty.

"Hmph hmph, I believe you, okay. Hurry in, it's going to be late."

Liu Qianqian bit her lower lip lightly, and gave Lin Nan a white look with a smile.

"Okay, you hurry back to the crew too."

Until Lin Nan disappeared from her field of vision, only then did Liu Qianqian get in the car and return to the crew.

When coming to Bingdao, it took nearly ten hours, and when going back, it was the same.

Waking up from a sleep, it was the capital again.

Although the scenery of Bingdao is truly shocking, it is still the capital, and his own home makes people feel more at ease.

When Lin Nan set off to visit the set, he wasn't caught by reporters; didn't expect that when he came back, he was blocked.

A group of reporters surrounded Lin Nan, attracting quite a few passersby to stop.

"Lin Dao, this time visiting the *Interstellar* crew, can you reveal something about this film?"

"What are you thinking? Is this something that can be said?" Lin Nan complained with a smile.

"Then how is Qianqian's filming progress?"

"It will wrap up in a few days."

"Regarding Tang Ren's suspected long-term employment of internet water armies to attack and step on peers and artists, what does Lin Dao think?"

Lin Nan couldn't help but laugh:

"I definitely watch with my eyes open; don't dig a hole for me.

But I can state my attitude: I accept fair competition, but if someone treats me or the people around me like this, I will definitely screw her!"

Hearing this answer, the eyes of a group of reporters instantly lit up; finally heard something with topic degree.

But before the reporters could continue to pursue the question, Lin Nan had already slipped away under the cover of two assistants.

In less than half an hour, the news of Lin Nan's return to the country spread in the industry, as well as his remarks;

"Lin Dao Nan responded to the 'internet black water' problem, stating that if he is deliberately targeted, he will strongly fight back, without mercy..."

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"*Super Boy*, it really is a star-making program."

Sitting in the car, Lin Nan saw the news that had just come out.

That person named Hua Chenyu won the *Super Boy* championship, and now the popularity of the top three is almost touching the threshold of first-tier stars.

Even after this popularity cools down, the starting point of these few people will be third-tier artists, just the kind with unstable foundations.

After all, for artists who debuted through talent shows, the proportion of fans is too large, and they are too dependent on their persona, far from being comparable to those with works.

If there is a slight problem, it is easy to collapse and become a passerby; it depends on how the brokerage company packages them later.

However, in the industry, these artists who debuted through talent shows are also at the bottom of the contempt chain, unless they can reach the level of Jane Zhang and speak with strength.

Lin Nan thought of the errand he gave Yue Jun, to take down the copyright of that variety show in South Korea, but looking at it now, it might still need to be pulled for a period of time.

"No need to send me back, go directly to the company."

"Okay, Lin Dao."

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(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 412 =====