Chapter 737: Major revision

To be honest, in all the years since he started filming, Ning Hao has directed art films, is good at black humor comedies, and even shot realistic themes very well, such as "No Man's Land";

But he is truly not good at, or rather, has never done science fiction films, especially serious science fiction.

However, this does not prevent him from magically adapting it, changing a science fiction novel into the way he needs it, changing it into his own style;

Consequently, changing from a relatively serious science fiction novel into a "comedy + science fiction" script!

"'Country Teacher'... you really know how to pick!" Lin Nan smacked his lips, not knowing what to say, and could only sigh.

"You can't go back on your word, you promised me before that I could pick whatever I wanted from your company's copyright library." Ning Hao shook the novel in his hand, looking determined to get it.

"Hmm, I've always kept my word, I won't go back on it.

But, you picked the copyright, shouldn't we calculate the copyright fee? As the old saying goes, brothers should settle accounts clearly."

The great Lin Dao changed the subject with a smile. He naturally wouldn't go back on what he promised, but one thing is one thing, the money issue still had to be discussed, otherwise it would be a mess.

Hearing this, he saw Ning Hao "disdain" Lin Nan with a look of disgust, "You and Yifei can use the copyright to offset the investment share, and even add cash investment. Is that alright?"

"Hmm? Hehe, that's a good suggestion, you are really cunning. Not only taking my copyright, but also tying Yifei and me to the boat!

I have to admit, you are becoming more and more like a capitalist, and you're not far from being hung on a lamppost."

Lin Nan teased speechlessly, but he didn't refuse; Ning Hao could also hear the teasing in his words, and was also full of smiles, his expression treacherous.

On the way back from the screenwriting department to Tiangong Color, the great Director Ning couldn't wait to plan the film:

"After the special effects and post-production of 'Hanson and the Beast' are completely finished, our great screenwriter and I can start working on the script slowly.

Still the same sentence, I won't copy the original work, but will make a major revision, only borrowing its ideas and settings, and making it my own film. Hmm, it will definitely be similar in spirit but not in form.

After the audience enters the cinema, they will definitely not be able to tell that the film is derived from 'Country Teacher'... By the time the preparation is almost done, probably, it should be the middle of next year, right?"

"That's your business, I don't care. But according to your founder shareholder contract with Huanxi, Huanxi seems to have the priority investment right for your films, right?"

"This, hmm, indeed. I know you don't really look up to Dong Ping, but I'm the main controller, and you don't need to deal with each other... Besides, when Xu Zheng opens a series in the future, won't there still be Huanxi?"

While Lin Nan and Ning Hao were whispering, over at Hongxingwu, Jiang Rou also confirmed the final exact time for the first-round copyright negotiation with several satellite channel purchase heads, which was tomorrow morning!

There is no wall that doesn't leak wind in this world, the matter of the "restriction order" finally spread, spread to the neighbor, and was placed on the table.

In the morning, within just over twenty days, news that 53 mainland domestic dramas involving 42 artists from the neighbor participating as leads were all taken down, as well as news that a large number of artists from the neighbor were returned by the mainland, performances were canceled, and contracts were torn up, was exposed by the neighbor's official media.

And the follow-up extensive reports by Hong Kong and Taiwan media also made the heat of this matter ferment to the peak within an hour or so, raging across the entire internet.

Not to mention how the authorities responded, anyway, when Lin Nan and Ning Hao came out to "forage" at noon, the internet was already moving with the wind, chaotic.

Countless netizens and fans started fighting and cursing, the former supporting the ban, the latter frantically cursing the former, and even attacking the completely "non-existent" policy...

If nothing goes wrong, a temporary emergency meeting from the authorities should be inevitable!

"With the outside arguing so fiercely, the response from the authorities will naturally be fast. As for how to respond? It's nothing more than: this is completely unfounded rumor, there has never been such a policy, at most it is the spontaneous behavior of the industry... the competent department cannot interfere!"

At a dinner party of Huayi, Wang Zhongjun teased with a tone of ridicule. The people around were all echoing and laughing.

"In the middle of next month, the San Sebastian International Film Festival will open. Xiaogang, you will definitely take the crew over, and then there is the Golden Horse, so the preparation of the 'Youth' project won't be delayed, right?"

After everyone laughed, Wang Zhongjun looked at Feng Xiaogang and asked about the serious business.

The latter shook his head with a smile. Today's "Little Steel Cannon" smiled even more hideously, it seemed his skin disease was getting more and more serious, coupled with that pair of teeth that made people unbearable to look at, it was obviously a bit scary!

"It won't be delayed. Zhenyun said the script will be completed at the end of this month or early next month, and it will be sent for review directly then. This time, let's wait until it passes the review before casting, after all, it's a sensitive subject."

"Has the wind of this project been released?" Wang Zhonglei took over Feng Xiaogang's words and asked.

"It has already been released. Director Feng's project is a high-quality resource and a hot resource in the circle, naturally, we have to leave enough time for everyone to compete." An executive immediately flattered and replied.

Everyone present knew that Feng Xiaogang was full of ambition for this "Youth"; he wanted both artistic attributes and commercial effects, and the casting was planned from the beginning to be done as a business, with competition from various companies in the industry!

"Hmm, as long as the wind has been released, Director Feng just needs to wait to collect the rod." Wang Zhongjun said with a smile and raised his wine glass, and a group of people followed suit.

Just at this moment, Wang Zhonglei's assistant suddenly pushed open the private room door and walked over quickly. Under the suspicious eyes of everyone, he leaned to the former's side: "Wang Zong, there is a call for you, it is..."

"Hmm? Everyone eat first, I'll go out to answer a call." Wang Zhonglei frowned subconsciously after hearing that name, but his expression returned to normal in an instant, and he stood up and walked outside.

Wang Zhongjun and the others didn't pay much attention, because Wang Zhonglei was originally the second boss of the group responsible for external affairs, so there were naturally many things.

Outside the private room, taking the phone that was "in call," Wang Zhonglei naturally showed a smile on his face, his voice seemed to carry a smile:

"Director Chen, you are a rare guest, why did you suddenly think of calling me? Hehe..."

Ten minutes later, the phone hung up, and Wang Zhonglei returned to the private room with undisguised playfulness on his face; his gaze swept over Wang Zhongjun and looked at Feng Xiaogang: "Director Feng, a big fish has taken the bait!"

At the same time, on the other side.

"The time has been set, I will take you to see Feng Xiaogang and Wang Zhonglei then, whether you can stand out through this film depends on yourself.

Still the same old saying: small popularity depends on support, resources can be solved; big popularity depends on fate, this is metaphysics. Unless you have a steady stream of good resources, just like Jing Tian.

But when it comes to resources, there are only a few actresses in this industry who don't lack resources... Now it's the era of capital, the film and television circle is no longer like 10 years ago; money is not that valuable!"

"I know, I will cherish it, Director Chen."

Although there was an unwillingness of "being born at the wrong time," what could she do? She could only look forward to a smooth road ahead, and could be like those few top-tier first-line actresses...

The person behind the desk opened his mouth, but in the end, he didn't say what he wanted to say, and just waved his hand, "You go back to rest, don't you have announcements later?"

"Hmm, alright."

When there was only one person left in the empty office, he couldn't help but sigh. He didn't know if going to Huayi to find resources was right or wrong;

But there were only so many big directors in the country, and the only places where he could exchange interests for roles were Feng Xiaogang and Huayi!

"Xiaoli, you really have a good son-in-law. Cannes International Film Festival, Best Supporting Actress Award."

It was said that they were going to see a ready-to-wear show and stroll around by the way, but the result of this stroll was: they only brought assistants when they went, but brought back many bags when they returned!

After getting off work in the evening, Lin Nan was startled when he went to the airport to pick them up. Did they go to Shanghai to stock up? The RV of Hongxingwu was full, and there were bags and jewelry bought for the assistants.

As for Shu Chang's side, it was no less inferior. Her assistants and employees were all beaming with joy, as if it were the New Year, after all, the cheapest gifts started at 20,000 or 30,000.

After parting ways, Liu Yifei sat in the passenger seat of Lin Nan's car; on the way home, she shared today's itinerary with a smile.

"Today I met Sister Gong Li in Shanghai, her seat was not far from me, and we even ate together at noon. I heard her say that she will attend the bell-ringing ceremony of China Film Group Corporation the day after tomorrow morning. It was the first time I knew that she also bought quite a lot of China Film Group's stocks... Chairman La specially invited her to attend the listing bell-ringing ceremony."

"When Tudou goes public, I'll take you to ring the bell." Lin Nan smiled and added.

"Alright, I'll wait, hehe." Liu Yifei was not subtle this time, with a proud look that she should have been taken along in the first place.

"I guess quite a few people in the industry are waiting to send congratulations the day after tomorrow, we can't be vulgar either."

"Hmm, about the same, after all, China Film Group is listed."

Liu Yifei raised her eyebrows and teased playfully. She remembered Lin Nan saying: China Film Group Corporation will materialize the "power" of China Film Group and then display it in the financial market!

Returning home, it was another night of sleeping early and getting up early, hmm, and fighting a few times in between.

Lin Nan, who was tired from work all day, was no match for Liu Yifei, who had played all day and was full of energy. Therefore, the great Lin Dao could only risk his life to accompany the gentleman, after all, face is the most important!

And so, he couldn't get up in the morning... Director Ning could only work on post-production alone at Tiangong Color in the morning.

"Around 9:00 AM, Huayi Group and Director Feng Xiaogang's studio released a joint announcement to the outside world:

Due to multiple invitations from the Hollywood agency CAA, that is, the Creative Artists Agency, Director Feng Xiaogang has now confirmed signing with CAA and becoming a signed director. Subsequent entry into the international film market and entering Hollywood to participate in foreign-language film directing is not excluded..."

"It is reported that CAA is one of the three major agencies in Hollywood, and the company has gathered many first-line stars and directors in Hollywood, including Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Tang Mu Hanks, George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Tang Mu Cruise, Will Smith, etc.;

There are also quite a few celebrities signed by CAA in the Chinese film circle before, including famous directors Ang Lee, John Woo, Wong Kar-wai, actors Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Yu Nan, etc..."

When the entire film circle opened their eyes, the outside was news about Feng Xiaogang entering Hollywood, which was really lively beyond description.

Many first and second-line actors in the industry were posting on Weibo to flatter, scrambling, as if they were greeting the future Hollywood big director in advance!

However, in Lin Nan's view, this was really a bit ridiculous. After all, with Little Steel Cannon's style, he couldn't mix in Hollywood, and it was impossible for him to mix well.

Even if he signed with an agency over there, his main business would inevitably still be in the country, at most it might be a little more helpful when he goes abroad to compete for awards.

Hmm? Competing for awards?

Thinking of this, Lin Nan seemed to suddenly realize... Feng Xiaogang really burned his bridges!

Yawning and going downstairs, Lin Nan looked up and saw Liu Yifei wearing a white T-shirt and shorts, barefoot, sitting on the sofa with her legs crossed, answering the phone.

Her left leg was on her right leg, and those fair feet and long legs were swaying, which was really eye-catching, making people hurt, hurt their bodies, hurt their kidneys!

"Whose call is it, seeing you so happy, with a smile on your face?"

"It's Director Jiang, the first-round copyright negotiation for 'Eternal Love' will start in a while. In the afternoon, no, at the earliest before noon we will know the final result."

"Oh, that's something to look forward to, but remember to give bonuses to the production team of Lin Nan Film!"

Lin Nan said teasingly and sat down beside Liu Yifei, the latter nodded with a smile: "No problem, Lin Dao."

Enlight Media, Wang Changtian's secretary was reporting the progress.

"Chairman Wang, around the 20th, the new car will arrive at customs, and it can be received within two days at most."

"Hmm, as long as it can be signed before the 25th, so as not to send a gift late, that would really be a big loss of face, hehe..."

Wang Changtian shook his head with a smile, it cost him more than 1,000, it was over budget!

Just after sighing and laughing, he saw the phone on the table buzzing. Wang Changtian answered the phone and teased: "You called me personally, it seems like it's about to finish filming?"

A hearty laugh came from the other end of the phone, it was Wang Baoqiang's voice: "Chairman Wang, it can finish filming in these two days, I called you in advance to report it."

"It's not easy for you, a newcomer director, to finish filming 'Buddies in India' in less than five months. This seems to be the first time you've stayed in the crew for five months without going home, right?"

"Chairman Wang, it's for filming. The first time being a director, my strength is not enough, so I definitely need to use time and attitude to make up for it. But it's alright, in two days I can go back to see my son, daughter, and wife, haha..."

Wang Baoqiang laughed very happily, one is that his directorial debut was finally about to be completed, and the other is that he really missed home.

"Then finish filming quickly, Lin Dao and I are waiting in the capital to hold a celebration banquet for you, only inviting you."

While Wang Changtian and Wang Baoqiang were chatting on the phone, the latter's company had just completed an asset transfer.

"He is coming back."

"What are you afraid of? He's a fool. How we fooled him before, we'll do the same in the future. Wait for a reason one day, you go and make a scene with him, divorce...

But before that, we have to get some leverage on him, maybe we can use it later..."

............ ===== CHAPTER 738 =====