Chapter 426

A PR banquet is not just about eating, drinking, and socializing.

Lin Nan needs to promote and explain the connotation and deep meaning of the film's creation with the creators on stage; in short, it's still promotion.

After a whole morning, he was exhausted. To put it bluntly, Lin Nan had never been this tired in the country.

He looked at Leonardo; this guy was simply energetic beyond words, and hadn't rested since the banquet started.

Talking and laughing with a group of Oscar academy judges, his face was almost wrinkled from smiling.

That's right, only in front of the Oscars would Xiao Li Zi be so "servile"!

Jessica Chastain and Naomi Watts were also very hardworking; actors with pursuits cannot resist the temptation of the Oscars.

"Lin, after the banquet ends at noon, there is another one in the evening."

Tang Mu ran to Lin Nan with a wine glass and reminded him.

"Damn it, I know."

Looking at Tang Mu's lewd appearance, Lin Nan got angry: "Hurry up and wipe the lipstick off your face, it's an eyesore!"

"Hehe, didn't notice, didn't notice."

The luncheon ended, and the first PR banquet for "The Invisible Guest" ended successfully like this; overall, it was a success.

Several creators met at Crystal Pictures.

"The announcement time for the nomination list for this year's Oscars is mid-January. When the time comes, we will know if this film has a chance."

"I will stay in Hollywood for about a week to ten days, and the next half month or so will be left to you."

Lin Nan said with a smile. The deadline for the first round of PR is the end of December, because starting from early January, the academy will begin voting.

As for whether there will be a second round of PR, it depends on whether "The Invisible Guest" is on the list in the middle of next month.

"Lin, don't worry. Strictly speaking, the banquet is just a platform to build relationships and create momentum for the film; the real PR is all behind the scenes."

Leonardo said it very aptly; he is worthy of being a long-time runner-up, with rich experience.

"Leonardo is right, that's how it is." Jessica Chastain and Naomi Watts echoed at the same time.

"I just want to know our box office on the first day now. If we can get nominated, the copyright in other regions will be easier to sell."

When Lin Nan said this, he suddenly remembered one thing and looked at Leonardo.

"Leonardo, I need to talk to you."

"Hmm, talk about what?"

"I want to buy the copyright for the Chinese market for this film, I need your half."

"Lin, that's of course no problem."

In the afternoon, Tang Mu wanted to pull Lin Nan to other parties, but he was rejected.

He has to recharge his batteries to deal with the PR banquet in the evening, because Leonardo will be absent from the second banquet for "The Invisible Guest" and go to "The Wolf of Wall Street" side.

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Since Noon Sun and Lin Nan Film Industry announced the "Nirvana in Fire" project, the mainland film and television circle has been keeping a close eye on it.

Because everyone can see that this will be a top-tier TV drama project in the circle, and there are really many roles in it.

Especially the male lead, which can be considered a "big male lead" template, and many supporting roles are also very distinctive and bright.

"I heard from Director Yue that although the audition and casting are handled by Noon Sun, the final list still has to be reviewed by Lin Nan.

You guys go audition first, if it really doesn't work, wait for Lin Nan to come back and go find him yourself. I only met them once in a hurry, so it's not appropriate to go ask like that."

Many acquaintances came to Liu Qianqian to find a way, and she used the same words to send them away.

This can't be considered fooling everyone, because Liu Qianqian really feels that it's not appropriate for her to intervene in their auditions.

When she hung up the phone, it was 10:15 AM.

Miss Liu originally planned to continue sleeping, but she calculated the time and found it was just right to call Lin Nan!

She said she would call, so she called, not wanting to delay for even a second.

Just after clinking glasses with Scarlett Johansson, Lin Nan's phone in his pocket vibrated.

Looking at the caller ID, a warm smile naturally appeared on Lin Nan's face.

"Lin, you go ahead."

"Alright, Scarlett."

Under the gaze of many guests at the scene, Lin Nan went to a quieter place outside.

"Qianqian, why did you get up so early today?"

"What are you talking about, I was woken up by their phone calls.

Many people want roles in 'Nirvana in Fire' and have found me; I told them to go audition or find you after you come back."

Liu Qianqian's voice at this moment didn't have that soft nasal sound; she was clearly awake.

And according to Lin Nan's experience, she had been awake for at least an hour.

"Hmm, that's good, just say that, wait until I go back to handle it."

Lin Nan is not a saint, he also has friends; if it's suitable, he can stuff people into the crew.

The banquet was still going on inside, but Lin Nan was outside whispering sweet nothings with Liu Qianqian for more than half an hour.

It wasn't until Tang Mu came out to urge him that he had to hang up.

"I've already told Leonardo and the others that I'll be back in a week to ten days."

"Hmm hmm, I'll wait for you, muma, hehe..."

Lin Nan turned around with a smile and saw Tang Mu's fat face, trembling with laughter.

"Lin, seeing you smile so happily, is it crystal?"

"So, do you know how annoying you are? Tang Mu." Lin Nan retorted unhappily.

"This can't be blamed on me, Lin, you are the focus of the banquet..."

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December 1st is over.

"The Invisible Guest" held two PR banquets, which officially showed its face in Hollywood and the awards season.

Lin Nan is looking forward to the box office performance on the first day.

Although the competition is extremely fierce during the awards season, and "The Invisible Guest" is not a commercial film, he still has considerable confidence.

After all, Leonardo still has quite a box office appeal, and the other two actresses are also very good.

On the morning of the second day, Lin Nan was still lying in bed when Tang Mu's phone call came; it was Lin Nan who instructed him.

"Tang Mu, how much?"

"Lin, it's really good. This film of ours is not a commercial film, but the box office on the first day is still very bright. Paul just gave me the data, it's 18.36 million US dollars..."

Hearing this number, Lin Nan let out a long sigh of relief.

After all, this is the first foreign-language film he has truly participated in box office revenue sharing in the North American theater market in the true sense.

The previous "Buried" and "The Hunt" don't count; those two were sold for copyright in one go, and the box office amount had nothing to do with him.

"Hahaha, 18.36 million US dollars, breaking even is absolutely no problem. According to the laws of the North American market, as long as it doesn't collapse, it will definitely make money!"

Lin Nan is still very excited; he estimates that the total box office should be able to exceed 200 million US dollars, the possibility is very high!

The cost of this film is actually not very high.

Because it is an Oscar-contending film, the two actresses have a salary of about 2 million, and the most expensive Leonardo not only lowered his salary but also brought capital into the crew!

"As long as we can get nominated, the copyright in Europe and other regions will be net profit!"

The data for the first day has been notified to all the creators, and everyone is very excited.

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The media in the country has been paying attention to Hollywood news.

Because this is Lin Nan's first expedition to the North American market, and it is a foreign-language film.

In the mainland film circle, this can be said to be unique!

Approaching 10 PM, the film news in the country had Lin Nan's news, and it was directly dropped to the front page headlines.

"Directed by Lin Dao Nan, and starring Leonardo, Jessica Chastain, and Naomi Watts, the foreign-language film 'The Invisible Guest' was released in North America on the first day, with a box office of 18.36 million US dollars..."

"This is the first foreign-language film debut in the North American film market by a mainland director, and Lin Dao Nan has opened up and created a box office record..."

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The domestic film circle exploded, blowing up the pot late at night.

"Finally, there is a mainland director who went to Hollywood to steal the house openly and honestly, Lin Dao is awesome!"

"How many blockbusters in the country are shouting for global release, and how much box office did they get in North America?"

"Popular science: 'Curse of the Golden Flower' 6 million USD, 'The Flowers of War' 320,000 USD, 'Back to 1942' 310,000 USD, 'Flying Swords of Dragon Gate' 170,000 USD... 'The Warring States' 68,000 USD, 'The Sorcerer and the White Snake' 18,000 USD..."

In the country, not only was it lively online, but actors and production companies in the film and television circle were even more excited.

"Lin Dao Nan succeeded, is he now a true Hollywood director?"

"Yes, he already is!"

"One person attains the Tao, and the chickens and dogs ascend to heaven..."

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Liu Qianqian is a night owl, and she is replying to netizens' "flattery" on Weibo right now.

"Producer Liu, your Lin Dao is amazing!"

"The first mainland director who truly went to earn US dollars!"

"Producer Liu, it's time to get married, don't let him run away."

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(End of chapter)