Chapter 551

The news that Director Wang was notified and punished by Xi'an Film Group suddenly spread.

That red-headed document with a bright red seal was hanging on the official website.

Many people realized later that Director Wang's establishment was still in Xi'an Film Group!

But only well-informed industry insiders knew: punishing the direct big director was not Xi'an Film Group's original intention.

The real reason was that the above required it to be done, and Xi'an Film Group couldn't withstand the pressure.

When Lin Nan heard about this, he was still a bit emotional. The top figures in the circle really all have establishments and will not easily abandon them.

Zhang Yimou, Chen Kaige, Jiang Wen, and others are all the same.

Thinking about it this way, his decision to return to the Beijing Film Academy to serve as a professor made him look very "general trend," very correct!

"Lin Dao, your phone can't get through. China Film Group contacted us, saying please go over this afternoon, Chairman La is looking for you."

The assistant's knocking and reporting voice interrupted Lin Nan's train of thought. His phone had just run out of power and turned off, and it had only been charging for two minutes.

"Hmm, I know. Help me reply, I will be there on time."

Lin Nan knew that it must be news from Legendary and Universal.

But he had a bad premonition, why must he go for a face-to-face talk? Can't he be told the result over the phone?

A moment later, Lin Nan was relieved.

Because he was originally forced by La Peikang to be a strong man, giving face to the leaders and China Film Group. Whether it succeeds or not, just like that.

Packing up the "Pacific Rim 2" script outline that had been partially written, Lin Nan got up and prepared to go to the Tiangong Color floor.

Lu Yang continued to be busy with the finishing touches of "Brotherhood of Blades 2: The Infernal Battlefield," and Guo Fan was also there.

The latter had been in the script department for a whole morning, flipping through many script outlines, and also checked the copyright library of Lin Nan Film Industry.

It seems that he should be a bit idle, looking for materials and goals for his next movie.

Outside, new film and television information is constantly refreshing.

"Produced by Lin Nan Film Industry, directed by Zheng Xiaolong, Zhou Xun's work after 12 years of leaving the small screen 'Red Sorghum' will be broadcast on the same day on four major TV stations including Capital Satellite TV, Dragon TV, Blueberry TV, and Shandong Satellite TV at the end of the month!"

"Produced by Lin Nan Film Industry and Enlight, the large-scale star outdoor reality show variety 'Running Man' announced the first blockbuster trailer, hilarious..."

"Zhang Jingchu joins 'Mission: Impossible 5'... heading to Hollywood again."

"The French Ministry of Culture celebrates the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, specially holding a 'Tribute to Chen Kaige' master film work exhibition! Director Chen Kaige and his wife Chen Hong attended... revealed that 'Monk Comes Down the Mountain' is about to be completed!"

……

China Film Group, every day is a scene of people coming and going, and today is no exception.

In the afternoon, when Lin Nan set off from the company, he hesitated for a long time, and finally didn't bring the "Great Wall" outline he had made.

When he arrived, he really opened his eyes.

Some people, due to various reasons such as resistance, indifference, or self-knowledge, do not actively contact "The Great Wall."

Lin Nan belongs to the resistant type, but he was pulled as a strong man.

But some people are different, running to China Film Group to find opportunities and self-recommendation for fame and profit!

"It's lively today, which directors in the circle have run here?"

Lin Nan is also an acquaintance in China Film Group, so he stopped a familiar face and pointed to a group of people in the distance to ask.

"Haha, Lin Dao, there are really quite a few people.

In the morning, Hong Kong directors Wong Kar-wai, Wong Jing, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Peter Chan, etc., all came;

At this moment, Director Feng Xiaogang and Director Lu Chuan are here. By the way, Director Tsui Hark just left."

Hearing so many names, Lin Nan couldn't help but sigh, fame and profit move people's hearts!

"Lin Dao, tell you one thing, the two vice presidents of Legendary Pictures and Universal Pictures are also here, you will probably see them in a while."

"Okay, thanks."

"You're welcome, all acquaintances."

La Peikang is very annoyed right now, the things he planned in his heart have setbacks.

Irrelevant people are like flies, all buzzing and flying over.

Also, what kind of ghost is Lu Chuan? Actually ran to self-recommend? Is he so self-unaware?

The key is that Legendary and Universal, I don't know what medicine they took wrong, they actually requested to meet Lin Nan in person.

Therefore, the situation in the afternoon is a bit awkward.

While waiting for Lin Nan, everyone had to be "harassed" by other self-recommending directors.

Of course, the consequences of self-inflicted humiliation cannot be blamed on La Peikang.

However, it is funny to say that Feng Xiaogang, who has the status of a big director in the country, is not as famous as Lu Chuan in the eyes of foreigners.

After all, Lu Chuan has a few international A-category film festival awards at the bottom, which is indeed more famous outside than Feng Xiaogang!

……

"Director Feng, coincidence, what's the result?"

Looking at Feng Xiaogang, who was walking towards him with a blank face, Lin Nan asked bluntly.

As for what he asked, I think everyone has a number in their hearts.

The Taro on the side was directly ignored. He wore black-rimmed glasses, glanced at the two with a gloomy expression, and then walked away.

"Hey, a bunch of foreigners are really troublesome. If it weren't for the group asking me to come, I would be too lazy to come.

Actually mentioned global popularity, international market box office appeal to me, damn it... these devils... dog eyes look down on people... even Lu Chuan..."

Feng Xiaogang was really angry, cursing endlessly.

After a while, maybe he realized the occasion was wrong, Feng Xiaogang smiled reluctantly: "Your hope is indeed great, I won't disturb you, go first."

"Hmm, go slowly."

……

The atmosphere is a bit wrong!

After entering La Peikang's office, Lin Nan obviously had this feeling.

"Hurry up and sit down, these few are from Legendary and Universal."

"Lin Dao Nan, hello."

An old foreigner reached out with a smile.

Lin Nan shook hands politely, muttering in his heart: "Still a person who can speak Chinese."

"Chairman La, you called me over today, is there a result?"

Lin Nan didn't care about the people on the side and chose to get straight to the point, asking.

Success or failure, keep it simple, save time!

"Lin Nan, give you investment shares, director remuneration calculated by box office share, heroine given to Yifei..."

His heart skipped a beat, Lin Nan already knew the answer. Don't say, at this moment he felt very relaxed.

Looking at the few foreigners next to him, Lin Nan said to La Peikang:

"Chairman La, at my step, money and resources are small things, reputation is the most important. Even if you give Yifei the heroine, I still have this answer. You should find someone else."

In front of the foreigners, Lin Nan didn't directly say that he didn't like the script, otherwise it would be a slap in the face of China Film Group.

"Lin Dao Nan, we have analyzed that among Chinese directors, your comprehensive strength is ranked at the forefront..."

Without waiting for La Peikang to speak, the person from Universal took the lead.

"... join the 'Great Wall' team, you will become a world-class commercial film big director, not inferior to Cameron, Nolan, etc., single film box office exceeds 1 billion US dollars..."

Lin Nan was a bit speechless, is this kind of "awesome" brainwashing statement really appropriate? Just counting on their script?

Not letting La Peikang be embarrassed, Lin Nan spoke directly to the two foreigners, without room for maneuver.

"My requirements remain unchanged, I want to redo the script, have the final cut right, crew control right, absolute casting right... otherwise, you should invite someone else."

As the words landed, La Peikang sighed lightly.

At this moment, he also realized that he was a bit blindly confident; no wonder Han Sanping said before that Lin Nan couldn't be handled when he was stubborn!

"Hahaha..., Lin Dao Nan, Hollywood industrial films are far ahead of yours. Blockbusters that enjoy international markets are mostly products of the producer-centered system.

This is the standard production mode for big-budget commercial films, we have rich global market experience, top production teams, screenwriting teams that take into account global audiences, please believe us. You just need to be a director, you don't need to consider too much... especially the script!"

Legendary's people issued an invitation to Lin Nan again.

"'The Great Wall' is controlled by Legendary, Universal and China Film Group are the second and third largest investors, daily production management, filming and creative management will all be done by Legendary Pictures' professional team..." La Peikang said in a low tone.

Lin Nan only thought of four words in his mind: humiliate the country and forfeit sovereignty!

At this moment, it was really helpless.

He looked at La Peikang and smiled softly:

"Chairman La, I said before that I have no interest in this project. Now it seems that there was no fate from the beginning.

The most critical point is: I am a Golden Lion director, why should I be a tool man? You are right, right? This matter, let it end here."

Hearing Lin Nan say this, La Peikang was silent. He could see that Lin Nan had already said it to death, with a firm will.

At this time, an unpleasant sound came from the side.

"A big production with an investment of 150 million US dollars, we cannot hand over its fate to one person, the risk is too great. The team is an important factor for success.

Or more bluntly, Lin Dao Nan, although you are a Golden Lion director, but wanting such great power...

The weight of the Golden Lion is not enough!"

In the office, it was quiet, surprisingly quiet.

This sentence, this scene, Lin Nan felt a bit familiar?

Where have I seen or heard something similar?

Between the electric light and flint in his mind, Lin Nan remembered.

That year, at Fox, wasn't it this kind of similar scene?

"The weight of the Golden Lion is not enough?"

Lin Nan muttered with a smile.

He first looked at La Peikang, who was frowning slightly, and then looked at the people from Legendary and Universal very seriously, saying:

"Perhaps, the weight of the Golden Lion is not enough?

Then I wish me new gains in the Golden Globes, the Oscars, and Berlin in the New Year!"

After a pause, Lin Nan smiled.

"Chairman La, my attitude has been very clear. Their meaning has also been explained clearly. Facts have proved that I and 'The Great Wall' really have no fate. So, I won't disturb you guys talking about serious business."

After speaking, Lin Nan stood up, nodded to a few people, and walked straight to the gate.

"Lin Nan..."

La Peikang was helpless, and it was not easy to stop him; this time he "flicked" Lin Nan.

In the office, only the people from the three investment parties remained.

"Chairman La, this Lin Dao Nan seems to be too stubborn. Do you have any other way to convince him?"

La Peikang didn't answer, "Change, who is next?"

"What?" Legendary's people didn't understand.

"In that director list, the next one is Director Zhang Yimou." The secretary added.

"Zhang Yimou? Then it's really impossible to bypass LeTV!"

La Peikang muttered to himself.

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(End of chapter)