[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-that-year-in-huayu":3,"chapter-that-year-in-huayu-that-year-in-huayu-chapter-43":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","That Year in Huayu",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2286879,4473,"Chapter 43: Running Promotions","that-year-in-huayu-chapter-43",43,"\u003Cp>The most excited ones were none other than the various film companies and celebrity actors; every channel connecting to Hollywood was a hot commodity in the mainland.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Lin Nan was that very channel. Once the profits of *Dead Silence* met expectations, this channel would be considered completely solidified and would continue to expand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lin, I've received word that before the results of the first film with Lionsgate are in, even if other film companies think highly of your scripts, they won't agree to your demands, especially for those scripts that are clearly A-list productions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Nan could guess that Lionsgate only agreed because these two films had small budgets and short production cycles, making it almost impossible to lose money; it was only with other additional factors that he managed to secure a twenty percent share.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No rush. Since they are all waiting and watching, let's wait until after *Dead Silence* is released in the second half of the year. I'm preparing to return to the country, Tang Mu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The main business for this trip had been taken care of, and the stock account was opened; there was no need for Lin Nan to stay any longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With *Crazy Stone* nearing its release, he had to go back to continue with the promotion; Ning Hao was already urging him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So soon? Alright, I'll take you to the airport when the time comes. I'll handle your stocks for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flight was at nine in the morning on the eleventh; by the time he reached the Capital Airport, it would be noon on the twelfth. There was always a feeling that half of one's time had been stolen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Promotional posters for *Super Girl* could occasionally be seen on roadside billboards. This year, Mango TV's promotional efforts were in full swing, and it was said they had already made a fortune in advertising fees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The taxi driver was making a phone call while driving, which made Lin Nan feel uneasy; judging by the conversation, the driver's home was about to be demolished...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was just by catching the wind of the Olympics that housing prices were starting to stir, jumping upward one after another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon returning to the company, everyone excitedly asked Lin Nan if the company would be collaborating with Hollywood in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, they will. My first film with Lionsgate is scheduled for release in the second half of the year.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Nan looked at everyone's expectant eyes and replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group was chattering away in excitement. For the mainland film and television industry at this time, Hollywood was a truly high-end place and a destination for mainland actors to gild their resumes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Lin, the film revenue share from Korea has arrived. We just finished coordinating with China Film Group the day before yesterday,\" the finance officer reported.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They said that after you return, you should find time to visit China Film Group,\" the finance officer remembered to add before leaving Lin Nan's office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With China Film Group calling for him, Lin Nan could guess what it was about. Han Dong, or rather China Film Group, was very eager for Hollywood films, eager to participate in investment and production, and eager to go overseas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as of now, Lin Nan really couldn't help with that. Even he himself was still feeling his way across the river, and whether he could successfully reach the other side depended on the performance of *Dead Silence*.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pondering for a while, Lin Nan made a phone call. \"Hello, Han Dong, it's me. I just arrived at the company. I'll come to see you at the group when I'm free.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Sanping's tone was very intimate. He praised Lin Nan for a long time for being able to cooperate with Lionsgate, and finally pointed out that if he needed funds in the future, he could talk to China Film Group. As long as it was a film collaboration with Hollywood, China Film Group could provide as much help as possible, including but not limited to funding and connections.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For now, I still have to wait. Only after the first film shows results can I decide how much say I'll have later on. They are much more pragmatic over there than we are.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Nan spoke the truth without the slightest exaggeration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's true. However, I believe in your ability. Aren't you so successful at such a young age? *Crazy Stone* is about to be released. If you're missing anything in terms of promotion, just say so. I will definitely help with whatever I can...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Han Dong. I was just about to go find Ning Hao...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ending the call, Lin Nan prepared to leave the company.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He called Ning Hao again and arranged to meet at Enlight Media. As the presenter and producer of *Crazy Stone*, he had to promote it well, taking advantage of the buzz from just signing with Lionsgate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Enlight Media had strong connections in traditional television. Recently, they were working with Dolphin TV to organize a nationwide host competition, scheduled to officially begin in August.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the first time Lin Nan had ridden in one of the company's two official vehicles; it might be laughed at if word got out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arriving at the entrance of Enlight Media, Lin Nan had the company driver return, as he wouldn't be going back to the company afterward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Hao had arrived a few minutes early. Seeing Lin Nan, he walked up excitedly, \"You're truly amazing. For the past two days, the industry has been full of news about you. Good heavens, you went to Los Angeles all by yourself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, is it really that exaggerated?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not exaggerated at all. I'm so envious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Hao was also someone who didn't care about appearances and had no shame.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's go, let's go inside quickly. Wang Dong should have been waiting for a while,\" Lin Nan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two chatted and laughed as they entered the Enlight Media building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Enlight Media started from the television broadcasting system and could effectively implement promotion to the audience. The shadow of *Crazy Stone* had already appeared on programs they collaborated on with various television and radio stations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Enlight Media, led by Wang Changtian, not only did film investment, production, and distribution, but also television drama production and distribution, variety shows, and artist management. He took the distribution of *Crazy Stone* very seriously this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Referring to the mainland film market over the past few years, the only ones who could carry the box office were Zhang Yimou and Feng Xiaogang, but Enlight Media couldn't get involved in either of their films.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Nan's sudden emergence gave Enlight Media the opportunity to get involved in high-grossing films, especially since investing in *Returning to Youth* had earned them quite a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking on the independent distribution of *Crazy Stone* this time was also an opportunity obtained from Lin Nan because the relationship had reached that point.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Changtian had heard that China Film Group had once tried to introduce Bona's Fatty Yu to Lin Nan, with the goal being the promotion and distribution of *Crazy Stone*.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, Lin Nan stated clearly that he had already partnered with Enlight Media, which fended them off. In fact, at that point, Enlight Media hadn't even received the distribution business for *Crazy Stone* from Lin Nan yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A secretary led Ning Hao and Lin Nan through the office area. Many of Enlight Media's artists were eyeing the two, looking like they wanted to step forward and get close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd's gaze toward Lin Nan was particularly fervent. With his box office, awards, and the recent collaboration with Lionsgate, Lin Nan was currently at the height of his career in the mainland film and television circle, second only to Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gap in status and the company's rules and regulations ultimately made the group of artists hold back their steps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Changtian had been very busy lately. The company had a lot of its own business, and this year they were also launching a host competition to add new talent to the company. However, he would not neglect the promotion of *Crazy Stone* in the slightest. The trend of this film being a big hit was very obvious; he only needed to go with the flow, and another item would be added to the company's report card, making them more competitive in distribution in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, Director Lin, congratulations on breaking into Hollywood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the two, Wang Changtian first congratulated Lin Nan and asked if he needed to take a day off, since he had just returned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Work is important. Let's prioritize the promotion first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to Enlight Media's promotional schedule, almost all major cinema chains had posters for *Crazy Stone*, and quite a few early interviews had already been done. This time, they would focus on appearing on some television and satellite programs, as ordinary audiences watched a lot of television.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Changtian gave the itinerary to Lin Nan and Ning Hao, \"Take the main creative team with you. If you run through these programs, that should be about it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The work for the coming week was packed full, from morning till night, and they still had to travel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After chatting with Wang Changtian for a while, the two left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you still living in the dormitory?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Nan got into Ning Hao's car, and the latter asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're not short of money for a house, yet you're still living at school?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The school atmosphere is good. I originally planned to live there for the full four years. As for buying a house? I had thought about it, but then I changed my mind. I'll wait until I have a girlfriend later. Maybe I'll find a rich woman; she might have a big villa, haha.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Nan laughed loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You've got quite the imagination,\" Ning Hao teased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting in the car, Lin Nan called several key members of *Crazy Stone*. It was the actors' duty to cooperate with the promotion, but he still said that if they were busy, it was fine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>None of the key members said they were busy. When Lin Nan called them, even if they were busy, they said they weren't. Being able to promote with a big director was a rare opportunity; that was how connections were made.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How much box office do you think *Crazy Stone* will have?\" Ning Hao asked while driving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Won't we know next month? Are you nervous?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am a bit nervous. This is my first time directing a commercial film, and it's a comedy. Although your script is great, I'm under a lot of pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the box office is good, others will say it's your credit. If the box office is bad, others will say it's my fault. How can I not be nervous?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Hao expressed his inner thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't think about these useless things. Just think about how much you should charge when other producers ask you to direct films next time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Ning Hao was instantly excited, \"You mean the box office will be very good?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Hao just lacked confidence; *Incense* had left him with a shadow from its failure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For the film you directed from start to finish, ask yourself how the quality is.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ning Hao was silent for a moment, \"I think it's great.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then that's it. I'm the one who paid the money and I'm not nervous, so what are you afraid of?\" Lin Nan said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dropping Lin Nan off at the entrance of the Film Academy, Ning Hao drove back to his studio. The two agreed on the departure time for tomorrow morning, and the other key members would also arrive at the television station on time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Starting from the thirteenth, Lin Nan and the crew began to work tirelessly, appearing on programs and traveling between the airport and various city television stations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks to the Silver Bear Lin Nan won in February and the news of his recent collaboration with Lionsgate, the promotion for *Crazy Stone* was very effective.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the director wasn't Lin Nan, in the eyes of many viewers, this was Lin Nan's work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the interactive segments of the programs, Lin Nan even compared it to his previous two commercial films, promising that *Crazy Stone* would definitely not be worse than those two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The focus of the promotion was on the satellite channels of several first-tier cities. When they were in Shanghai, the group also took time to visit the Shanghai Film Studio, mainly because President Ren wanted to get closer to Lin Nan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The film was shot in Shancheng, and by unfolding promotional topics based on this, they also received a warm reception from the local media.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last stop was back in the capital, where they conducted their final promotion on the Beijing Satellite TV.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the seven-day itinerary, besides traveling, they were either recording or doing live broadcasts in studios. The group was exhausted, and after finishing the promotion on Beijing Satellite TV, they could finally rest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Nan slept from the night of the nineteenth until noon the next day at 12 o'clock, when his phone ringtone woke him up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dormitory was quiet, and the sudden, harsh ringtone of the phone was jarring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling for the phone, Lin Nan squinted his eyes to look; it was from Liu Yifei.\u003C\u002Fp>",2242,"2026-06-20T03:22:09.099Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","274c000bc3856cebde48fc7bdb58a50efcebf852c8da0c0039979ca5b8b55770","that-year-in-huayu-chapter-44","that-year-in-huayu-chapter-42",1000,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthat-year-in-huayu-cover.jpg"]