Chapter 504: A

Sure enough, a film like *Tiny Times 3* ultimately couldn't escape the fate of a fan film, which is that the first-day box office is the highest single-day box office.

Even though the whole internet was hyping that the theme song of *Tiny Times 3* was sung by the "popular superstar" Kris Wu.

But the daily box office on Friday, the second day, was still more than 20 million less than the previous day, reporting 69.87 million.

It's just that I don't know if the downward trend of the daily box office will ease after entering the weekend, or even turn around and rise.

"According to the official information of the Film Bureau, the application for the extension key submitted by the Hollywood sci-fi blockbuster *Transformers 4* has been officially rejected because it does not meet the relevant conditions."

"As of yesterday, the total box office of *Transformers 4* in the mainland reached 1.92 billion, and the film will officially be taken off the screen on the 26th of this month, with one week of public screening time left."

"The total box office of the domestic films *Ip Man 3* and *Breakup Buddies* has reached 710 million and 620 million respectively."

"*Old Boys: The Way of the Dragon* has been screened for 10 days, with a box office of 180 million, the screening volume is shrinking, and the downward trend is obvious."

When the morning news report came out, the film circle was a bit confused.

Originally, everyone thought that *Transformers 4* would break the box office record of the mainland film market held by *The Taking of Tiger Mountain* without any accidents.

But now it seems that this matter seems to have some suspense; it just depends on whether *Transformers 4* can get 130 million in box office in the last week!

"Bullshit not meeting relevant conditions! When *Personal Tailor* applied for an extension back then, they told us it didn't meet the conditions. What was the result? They were saving a spot for Lin Nan's *The Taking of Tiger Mountain*."

Wang Zhonglei looked disdainful and grumbled.

"If I'm not mistaken, the reason for rejecting *Transformers 4*'s extension key application this time is still because of *The Taking of Tiger Mountain*!"

Wang Zhongjun looked at the news and said coldly. What the few big bosses want to do is already obvious.

If they can eat their fill for a long time, they will never just eat for three months. What's more, this is a solid, meritorious meal!

Wang Zhonglei wanted to say something else, but was interrupted by Wang Zhongjun: "Alright, tell me about the film you were going to mention just now; what's going on?"

"Guan Hu found me today and said he is writing a script. I listened to it roughly; it's very good."

"Since it's good, then make an appointment for him to come to the company to talk. Investment is no problem, but we must also prioritize using our own people as much as possible."

……

News came from Venice that three Chinese-language films have been shortlisted for the Venice International Film Festival this year.

These three films are: Wang Xiaoshuai's *Red Amnesia*, shortlisted for the main competition unit; Peter Chan's *Dearest* and Ann Hui's *The Golden Era*, nominated for the exhibition unit.

And Lin Nan also just received an email from the film festival official, wanting him to go over as a guest next month.

Logically speaking, as a Golden Lion-winning director of the Venice Film Festival, Lin Nan certainly cannot refuse, nor does he have a reason to refuse.

But the headache is that the time of this year's Venice Film Festival happens to conflict with the engagement time of Lin Nan and Liu Yifei. This is very awkward.

"Although the engagement only takes one day, it's impossible to be idle for the few days before and after."

Looking at Liu Yifei, who had an "it has nothing to do with me," "innocent" look and was secretly laughing, Lin Nan said speechlessly.

"I don't care; you figure it out."

Miss Liu crossed her arms over her chest, raised her head slightly, and was quite arrogant.

"Fine, I will reply to an email personally and make a phone call to explain. Favors can be repaid at any time, but there is only one wife."

"Hehe, count you as smart." Liu Yifei smiled very sweetly and threw a wink at Lin Nan.

"But speaking of which, Old Zhu is quite something. He's going to Venice, although it's the exhibition unit."

Lin Nan took the tablet, sat beside Liu Yifei, and started editing the email, while joking about Zhu Yawen, who is a supporting actor in *The Golden Era*.

"Oh, your mouth is blessed!"

Liu Yifei suddenly laughed, because Zhu Yawen's call came in.

"Answer it, put it on speaker." Lin Nan responded.

On the other end of the phone, Zhu Yawen's smug voice instantly came out.

"Look, didn't make it to Cannes back then, but brother here has changed his gun for a cannon and switched to Venice!"

Hearing this, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Back then, Cannes thought Zhu Yawen's scenes in *Star Luck* were too few to count as a supporting actor, so he didn't go.

Didn't expect that so much time has passed, and this kid is still "holding a grudge"!

"Then are you still coming to our engagement banquet?" Liu Yifei asked in a crisp voice.

"Definitely coming. I'll tell the director that I'll go over a few days later. Whose face in the circle dares not be given to Lin Dao and Producer Liu?"

Lin Nan smiled and shook his head, not responding.

After the email was sent, he checked his watch; it was past four in the afternoon in Venice, so a phone call should still be in time.

"You guys chat first; I have to make a call to the film festival."

Following the contact information on the film festival's official email, Lin Nan dialed the phone and walked out of the villa by the way.

To be honest, this is the second time he has refused Venice this year; the last time was when they wanted Lin Nan to take *Manchester by the Sea* over.

Besides that, Cannes also asked in March, but was also politely declined by Lin Nan.

Ten minutes later, back in the living room.

Zhu Yawen was still talking about his role in *The Golden Era*, a great writer, a character close to Jia Baoyu, quite narcissistic.

"Do you want to go out for lunch?" Lin Nan invited.

Liu Xiaoli is not here, and he is too lazy to cook himself, so he and Liu Yifei decided in the morning to go out to forage.

"Huh? Big brother, I have a wife now; I have to go home to eat."

"You can bring her along." Liu Yifei smiled lightly.

"Forget it, afraid you two will be envious. Hahaha..."

"Hehe."

"Hehe!"

Miss Liu followed behind Lin Nan, complaining together.

……

Halfway through the summer season, the film market has entered the most tense and exciting time.

The premiere of Han Han's *The Continent* was held in a high-profile manner amidst cheers and curses.

For the first time in the film circle, there was a situation where fans of two films were openly cursing and slandering each other on a large scale online.

That's right, it was the fans of *Tiny Times 3* and *The Continent*, which are the fans of Guo Jingming and Han Han.

But among them, it cannot be ruled out that there is no artificial provocation; after all, there are too many brainless fans on both sides, and they are all at an age where they explode at the slightest touch.

Regarding the premiere invitation for *The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom*, Lin Nan still decided to go and show his face personally to give Ye Ning some face.

In addition, among the lead actors, three are actors who often cooperate with Lin Nan Film Industry: Huang Xiaoming, Fan Bingbing, and Vincent Zhao!

"Director Gu's first commercial film, it seems it's also the first time to compete in the New Year season, right?"

Lin Nan saw that *Micro Love*, directed by Gu Changwei and starring Chen He and Angelababy, was scheduled for December 25th.

This year's New Year season is really chaotic enough.

The next morning, Lin Nan went out alone driving. Liu Yifei left earlier than him; she had an announcement.

Speaking of martial arts films in the industry, 99% are stir-frying leftovers over and over again, inseparable from those people back then.

And *Brotherhood of Blades* should be considered one of the rare original martial arts films in the mainland in recent years.

When he arrived at the place, Lin Nan was deliberately much more low-key.

From afar, he saw Yu Dong supporting a smiling-tiger-style expression, wandering in the crowd, followed by a flamboyant, extremely ostentatious "Peacock Princess."

"Lin Nan."

Looking in the direction of the voice, Lin Nan's eyes lit up.

"Oh my, haven't seen Chairman Han for three months; I actually miss him a bit. Haha..."

The current Han Sanping, compared to before, feels much "softer," having completely adapted to his current identity.

Heard that besides being named in the Film Bureau recently, he has also signed several re-employment contracts, namely China Film's signed director, signed supervisor, signed producer...

La Peikang can be considered to have given the old leader Han Sanping all the preferential treatment that could be given; after all, the latter was a founding father who served as vice chairman and general manager when China Film was established.

Many people in the circle around watched Lin Nan and Han Sanping reminiscing, and all tacitly didn't go up to disturb, nor did they dare.

"Senior Brother Lin, don't you miss me?"

Han Jia walked over from the side with a smile, still speaking as carelessly as ever.

"Don't dare, I'm afraid Chairman Han will think too much." Lin Nan made a joke.

"Haha, that's right." Han Sanping actually responded.

"I've been very idle recently; is there any film crew I can stay in, Senior Brother Lin?"

The smile on Lin Nan's face froze instantly; good guy, still so impolite when opening his mouth, is this "Senior Brother" too expensive?

"Find her a good film crew. Running wild outside all day is not a thing. Said it's for collecting material, but haven't seen any script written."

Han Sanping also started with a sharp tongue, but the smile on his face was still very kind. He came over here today with this intention too.

"I just graduated, why so anxious? I have no inspiration now, wait a bit..."

Han Jia refuted Old Han, one set after another.

Sure enough, it's still that principle: the only one who can control a biological father is a biological daughter. No matter how high-ranking or unusual this father is, the result is the same.

Lin Nan was a bit troubled, because the company really didn't have any projects to start for a while. Suddenly, he thought of other films.

"*The Mermaid* and *Lost in Hong Kong* are both in preparation; I can stuff you into these two crews, pick one."

Hearing Lin Nan's words, Han Jia's eyes widened instantly, somewhat excited.

Many people in the circle around were also slightly open-mouthed, especially those film people engaged in behind-the-scenes work. Listen, what Lin Dao said is really too inhumane.

These two films are clearly top-tier projects for brushing up credentials, and there is no risk. Many people looked at Han Jia with some envy.

*Lost in Thailand*, *The Taking of Tiger Mountain*, *The Mermaid*, good guy, this resume is brushed all the way, luxurious enough to be scary!

"Go to *The Mermaid*; Zhou Xingchi's talent is recognized, hope you can learn something." Han Sanping made the decision for his daughter.

"Then, let it be *The Mermaid*." On these matters, Han Jia still trusts her biological father.

"If you want to be Zhou Xingchi's assistant director, then you have to be mentally prepared; his temper on the set is not small, scolding people is common."

"Doesn't matter, heard that he only scolds actors, I am behind-the-scenes staff..." Han Jia said, also feeling a bit guilty.

"Fine, I'll help you get it done later."

Stuffing an assistant director doesn't reach the level of interfering with film shooting; after all, Zhou Xingchi, the director, is the boss of the crew.

Actually, if Han Sanping spoke, Zhou Xingchi should also agree; after all, the former "covered him."

But thinking again, Lin Nan speaking is the most appropriate; after all, he is the investor and a big director.

"Lin Dao..."

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(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 505 =====