Chapter 946

A film preparation meeting lasted for the whole morning, and all departments received their own heavy tasks.

Especially the screenwriting department, before the end of January next year, they must give Lin Nan at least 20 story outlines or script drafts based on the *Ballad of Mulan*.

As for how to fill in the flesh and blood within the skeleton to construct different story threads, this requires the entire screenwriting department of more than 60 people to burn their brains together.

And what everyone has to do next is undoubtedly to work overtime within the limited time—the bonus is enough, work to death!

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei had just stepped out of the company door when they received a call from Cao Baoping.

Just ten minutes ago, at 11:30, all the scenes planned to be filmed in the capital for *She Kills* were wrapped up, 10 days ahead of the crew's original shooting plan.

Therefore, the two of them didn't rush home, but drove directly to the crew, and they could still grab a meal.

When they arrived at the crew, Zhou Xun and a group of people were removing their makeup, while Cao Baoping was arranging the next itinerary on the side.

He gave all the lead actors of the crew a week's vacation so that they could rest and adjust their state again; a week later, on the 18th, everyone must gather in Las Vegas.

"Ning Hao was rushing *Crazy Alien* for his life earlier, and Director Cao's film also finished half of the scenes 10 days ahead of schedule. Are you two not treating actors as human beings this time?"

As soon as Lin Nan entered the makeup room door, the words that came out of his mouth were teasing. Liu Yifei couldn't help but pull him and complained: "How can you talk like that?"

"Lin Dao still understands us. The days of transforming into beasts of burden and working overtime to film are really too tiring."

Zhou Xun took the lead in "uprising," threw a dissatisfied look at Liu Yifei through the vanity mirror in front of her, and then the two began to "confront" each other in the mirror.

Tan Zhuo, Huang Xuan, Xin Zhilei, and Li Qin on the side didn't dare to interrupt, but the smiles on their faces were obviously of the same mind, after all, they were all squeezed by Cao Baoping.

"Each of you is a mature actor. Learning to adjust your own state to adapt to the high-intensity shooting rhythm and efficiency is a compulsory course and a basic skill!"

Cao Baoping's smiling words instantly suppressed a group of lead actors. The aura of a Beijing Film Academy professor and a big director is still quite oppressive.

"Look, Teacher Cao's words are much deeper than the 'explanation' Director Ning gave to Huang Bo and Shen Teng earlier. It's worth remembering and learning." Liu Yifei decisively "favored one over the other" and sold out Ning Hao.

"Ning Hao is purely relying on selling his face, hahaha." Lin Nan really couldn't help it and laughed out loud.

Looking at Cao Baoping again, his "serious" look couldn't be maintained either, and he was instantly wrapped up in laughter and followed the crowd.

He admitted that he was indeed rushing work and squeezing actors in the crew for the first time, and the starting point was indeed his personal selfishness. He was also very clear that this point could not be hidden from anyone present.

Since they came to visit the set, Liu Yifei, as one of the producers, naturally couldn't show nothing. Therefore, lunch was directly postponed... the hotel next door urgently prepared a banquet hall, dispatched ingredients...

Starting from the afternoon, Tencent Entertainment and Tudou. com were intentionally creating momentum for the upcoming large-scale media press conference;

The relevant information and press releases on the internet suddenly seemed to erupt, and countless accurate news snippets were "inadvertently" leaked by "insiders."

So much so that it spread across the whole network and the entire industry: a large-scale girl group talent show variety show, backed by film and internet giants and covering the entire Chinese entertainment circle, was about to be launched!

And its scale and gold content were unprecedented in the country:

Opening the internal recommendation registration channel to all entertainment companies, brokerage companies, and film companies in the industry; Tudou. com will have multiple rounds of live competition, public participation in voting... multimedia platform promotion participation... debut as a group... massive resources feeding...

In one afternoon, this large-scale talent show, whose name was still unknown, undoubtedly became the focus of the entire network, and the heat and topic volume were all in a state of boiling or even exploding.

Until around 9:00 AM the next morning, under the on-site focus of countless domestic media, *Produce 101* finally revealed its true face at the media press conference...

"Around 9:00 AM this morning, Tencent Entertainment and Tudou. com held a large-scale media press conference and the *Produce 101: Rocket Girls* plan!

Starting from today, this talent show variety project opens registration and internal recommendation registration channels to all entertainment companies, brokerage companies, and film companies with artist brokerage businesses in the country;

The program team will take 3 and a half months to give birth to 101 amateur trainees from thousands or even tens of thousands of amateur female students through preliminary interviews and screening methods.

All trainees will grow under the training of the star mentor group, and after multiple rounds of circular popularity voting, temporary elimination, and other processes, finally select 11 female trainees through the popularity voting link of the grand final to form the final idol group, and officially debut on the grand final debut night..."

"It is reported that more than 1,000 film and entertainment companies in the industry have confirmed their registration for the large-scale girl group competition survival talent show variety show jointly launched by Tencent Entertainment and Tudou. com: *Produce 101*. As of the time the news was issued, the data is still increasing..."

In the eyes of the entire entertainment circle, the talent show activity *Produce 101* is undoubtedly a very rare platform and opportunity in the industry that can allow amateurs to soar into the sky!

And all this is because its producer is a true giant: it has traffic, it has a platform, and it has an intricate relationship network in the film industry...

Even in the eyes of many media, film giants like Lin Nan Film, Enlighten, and Wanda can also be counted as the resource network behind the variety show *Produce 101*... because they are major shareholders of Tudou. com!

In one morning, the focus of attention on the internet and in the industry was on *Produce 101*; because everyone could see clearly that this was indeed a project destined to explode, and one could rise to the top...

Until 11:00, there was finally a piece of explosive news in the circle that could compete with *Produce 101*, but it was limited to the film circle:

Lin Nan Film released a cooperation invitation list on its official website and official Weibo at the same time, which is the list of partners for the top-tier blockbuster *Mulan*, with an investment of 200 million US dollars and 1.4 billion RMB.

... Beijing Sport University, Shichahai Martial Arts School, Xi'an Film, Ningxia Film, Shanghai Film, Beijing Film Academy, Central Academy of Drama... Nanjing Museum, Shaanxi History Museum... Peking University, Northwest University, Nanjing University...

The entire film circle was browsing this cooperation list word by word. At a glance, everyone noticed a key element: these nearly 30 invited partners were almost all state-owned enterprises and public institutions... But, it seems there is no China Film inside?!

That's right, there is indeed no China Film.

"This, does it need a trip to the capital? There are only three state-owned enterprises that came from the film studio era, but there is no China Film... I'm afraid that side will explode towards Lin Nan Film, right?" Wang Yong and Ren Zhonglun were on the phone, asking with some worry.

"Explode? How to explode? Throw a big or small king or go to Lin Nan Film to light firecrackers? What kind of joke is that, and it doesn't owe him anything.

Also, that time with *Pacific Rim 2*, you already confronted him like that, the face was torn long ago, and the cards were laid out long ago. Why, does he still have the face to retaliate?"

On the phone, Ren Zhonglun was happy. However, in all fairness, he really wanted to see someone's petty behavior of retaliation this time. If such an operation really appeared, there would be plenty of excitement to watch.

"Okay then, I'll send him a message, and if there's anything, I'll say hello."

"Okay, I'll say hello to him too, hahaha."

China Film, just as Wang Yong and Ren Zhonglun expected, the atmosphere here was indeed not good, very bad!

On the 5th, the secretary contacted Yue Jun according to the content of the text message Lin Nan returned, and then had been waiting for a reply. They waited for nearly a week, and today there was finally news, but what kind of reply is this? There is no China Film in the partner list!

The most "humiliating" thing is that Yue Jun actually called to explain specifically: "After careful thinking and analysis by the team, we found that there is indeed no place that needs the help of China Film and Beijing Film Studio..."

At this moment, the secretary was still scolding Yue Jun in his heart: Even if what you said is correct and is a fact, you shouldn't have said it. It's been so long, can you take the initiative to speak to you, do you still need to state the implication plainly? You are not idiots! So, you did it on purpose!

"Chairman La, do you want me... should I call Lin Dao again?" The secretary really couldn't help but speak, he looked at La Peikang.

Actually, he didn't want to ask, but the office was already deathly silent to the point of being a bit scary. More than ten minutes had passed, the leader didn't say a word, and he could only hear the other party's heavy breathing... This is a manifestation of anger and suppressing emotions to the extreme.

"No need. We haven't... reached the point of being shameless." La Peikang murmured expressionlessly, looking like nothing had happened.

But these words sounded different in the secretary's ears, and his face turned a bit ugly in an instant.

Because after so many years, he knew his leader's psychological personality clearly:

The leader was holding fire in his heart, extremely angry, but his mouth and face were light and breezy, as if he didn't care about anything... This meant that his mood was already very bad, even the worst kind of situation.

And over the years, as a secretary, he had rarely seen this situation.

"Chairman La, I think we can try again. Or find Producer Liu, Lin Dao will listen..." The secretary was a little anxious.

"No need."

The secretary's voice was interrupted forcefully, and he saw Chairman La looking at him with a livid face, ordering in a flat tone:

"According to Teng Huatao, *Shanghai Fortress* will be wrapped up in more than a week. You go notify him, remember it's notification, not discussion, let him speed up the efficiency of post-production editing and special effects lens production after wrapping up. If there is a lack of funds, write a note to the several producers, everything should be focused on the film's post-production quality and production efficiency, none can be bad..."

"Chairman La, what are you doing?" The secretary's heart skipped a beat, and he had already guessed something, but he very much hoped it was not what he thought.

"Tell him, I want to see efficiency. Lin Nan's *The Wandering Earth* will definitely be a big release if nothing goes wrong, but it definitely won't be the summer period of next year.

Therefore, let Teng Huatao have a bottom line in his heart. Before the New Year period next year, he must complete all special effects and post-production of *Shanghai Fortress*... 1 year should be enough!"

"Chairman La, should we consider it again? This kind of thing, the risk..." The secretary exclaimed. He swallowed his saliva unconsciously, really fearing what would come.

"Risk and opportunity always coexist. Two sci-fi blockbusters placed in the same period, isn't the gimmick big? What are you afraid of? Tell Teng Huatao, I expect *Shanghai Fortress* to have the upper hand in box office and market reputation..."

The secretary wanted to say something else, but after opening his mouth several times, he didn't say anything in the end. His leader's appearance couldn't be persuaded.

"Okay, I will go to notify Director Teng Huatao in the afternoon."

On the morning of the 12th, three blockbuster films for the New Year period held premiere ceremonies in Beijing at the same time;

They were Jackie Chan's *Bleeding Steel*, Happy Mahua and Red Star Dock's *Never Say Die*, and *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia*, which was controlled and started filming in early February last year before LeEco exploded.

If it is about which film is most supported by the industry and media, it is undoubtedly *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia*.

But everyone in the circle is definitely not going for LeEco's face, after all, it's too unlucky;

Everyone came for the creative team of *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia*: Tsui Hark is the screenwriter and producer, Yuen Woo-ping is the director and martial arts director, and Nansun Shi is the producer.

I have to admit that when it comes to the influence and connections of the creative team, this film is indeed the strongest! And the weakest is Jackie Chan's *Bleeding Steel*, because he is the only big star!

As for *Never Say Die*? With Lin Nan and Liu Yifei supporting it, even if there are not many other first-line stars, the premiere ceremony can undoubtedly be taken out.

Even in terms of guest quality, it far exceeds *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia*, but it can only compete with the status of the two of them; if it is about the number of first-line actors and stars present, it is far inferior to *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia* next door.

"As of last night, Huayi's *The Ex-File 3* has been released for 13 days, and the total box office has reached 1.12 billion. If we don't suppress Huayi's arrogance, the nostrils of those two brothers will be pointed at the sky."

Just at the premiere of *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia*, Wang Zhonglei even shouted the slogan that 2 billion box office is already in the bag, and also let the *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia* crew cheer together...

At the social cocktail party after the film screening, Wang Changtian held his mobile phone in his left hand and a glass of red wine in his right hand, muttering to Lin Nan with a face full of disdain and disgust.

Enlighten and Huayi are sworn enemies with open grudges. Seeing them doing well, Old Wang naturally feels uncomfortable all over.

"Tomorrow the 13th is *Bleeding Steel*, the day after tomorrow the 14th is *The Thousand Faces of Dunjia*, the day after that the 15th is *Youth*, and the 16th is *Never Say Die*. Counting today, wait at most four more days, and Huayi's *The Ex-File 3* can stop.

As for *Youth*? How much box office do you expect it to have? Feng Xiaogang has a problem with his brain on this point. Expecting this kind of film to create a high box office during the New Year period is just like when he put *Back to 1942* into the New Year period, it's purely water in his brain!"

Lin Nan laughed unscrupulously, and he didn't deliberately lower his volume.

So much so that many people around heard his words, and then everyone moved away with awkward and obscure low-key expressions... High-end occasions, not suitable for mixing!

"4 days, that's almost another 150 million box office income. The main thing is that this film has no competitors in the New Year period for as long as half a month, which allowed Huayi to pick up a big leak!" Liu Xiaobin also came over with a wine glass.

Lin Nan glanced at Liu Xiaobin, and then couldn't help laughing. Huayi's stock price trend has been very good during this period, which makes several companies with grudges feel uncomfortable.

While the three of them were joking, Liu Yifei was not idle either; beside her were Han Jia and several people from Happy Mahua, especially Shen Teng and Ma Li, the two lead actors who rushed back from the *Hello Mr. Billionaire* crew, which was really eye-catching.

"So you mean, the filming of *Hello Mr. Billionaire* is also at a fast pace?" Liu Yifei couldn't help but laugh. How many beast-of-burden crews is this?

"Who says it isn't? In order to cooperate with the schedule planning of *Produce 101*, Yan Fei and Peng Damo are both crazy, wishing to whip us 24 hours a day in the crew..."

"Yes, yes, it has never been like this before. This time they simply don't treat us as human beings, well, treating us like livestock!"

Ma Li and Shen Teng completely ignored Yan Fei and Peng Damo, who were speechless on the side, and directly complained to Liu Yifei, the producer.

"Sigh, just grit your teeth and endure it, and it will pass. Producer Liu will be more bitter than you starting next month." Before Liu Yifei could speak, Han Jia had already teased with a smile.

In an instant, Liu Yifei's expression became speechless, but then she nodded and smiled at Ma Li and the others: "Yes, just think of me if you have nothing to do. I have to undergo half a year of intensive training, with the training volume and intensity comparable to top athletes."

"Good guy, Ma Li had imagined the scene of her acting in *Mulan* before. According to the training intensity you said, Producer Liu, let alone half a year, she would be exhausted and become a deserter in half a month, hahaha..."

Fine, Shen Teng started to smash his teammate's stage again. But don't say, he is indeed born to eat comedy food, and everyone around was amused by his cheap tone.

On the morning of the 13th, *Bleeding Steel* started its public screening with a high-profile 30.2% screening rate.

But the film and television industry, especially the film circle, did not pay attention to this *Bleeding Steel*; the eyes of everyone in the industry were gathered by Jingxi Culture and Changsheng Tian Film.

On the internet, media reports were even more endless...

"This morning, Changsheng Tian Film and Jingxi Culture jointly issued an announcement:

After nearly a year of sea selection and auditions, *Creation of the Gods* is expected to complete the preliminary selection of all amateur actors and other role casting work by the end of this month.

The company plans to announce the list of *Creation of the Gods Training Camp* during the New Year's Day, and start half a year of closed training and final screening, elimination (signing with Changsheng Tian Film, making other arrangements), and role allocation; during the New Year's Day, all confirmed actor lists will also be announced..."

"It is reported that the total investment budget for *Creation of the Gods* is as high as 3 billion RMB, which is the Chinese film and Chinese series film with the highest investment cost in the country so far..."

"After nearly a year, regarding the relevant issues of *Creation of the Gods*, Director Director Wu Ershan accepted a media interview again and said: He will strive to make a true oriental mythological special effects blockbuster... The official start time for the three-part continuous filming is expected to be before September in the second half of next year..."

After waking up naturally in the morning, Lin Nan saw the film information on the internet without any surprise. To be honest, he had almost forgotten this project.

But this news also reminded him that a year had indeed passed; he hadn't paid much attention, and more than 360 days had passed quietly like this.

"Lin Nan, you need to return Chairman Wang's call."

Just after washing up, Liu Yifei waved to Lin Nan; the phone he put on the dining table just had a call, and Liu Yifei answered it.

"Didn't we just meet yesterday, why call again?"

"It's not Chairman Wang of Enlighten, it's Chairman Wang of Tudou." Miss Liu smiled and reminded.

Hearing this, Lin Nan reacted instantly. Tudou had already gone public, and several subsidiaries had been established and acquired under its banner, and President Wang had long since become Chairman Wang, the head of the board!

"What kind of call is it that makes you smile so... maliciously?"

Lin Nan sat at the dining table and picked up his phone. Looking at Liu Yifei's expression of holding back laughter and her playful eyes, he couldn't help asking.

"Humph, bad-mouthing me to my face, how am I malicious?" Liu Yifei snorted coldly, instantly pushing Lin Nan's question back.

"Fine, asking Wang Wei is the same." While talking, Lin Nan returned the call.

Before long, it got through.

"Chairman Wang, you called early in the morning, is there anything important?" Lin Nan picked up a bun on the table and took a bite, teasing while eating.

"Lin Dao, it's already 9:30, how is it early in the morning? Besides, can't I make a call if there is nothing important?"

"Hurry up and say it, don't go around." Lin Nan urged speechlessly.

"Okay, then I'll speak directly. Tencent Entertainment asked me to ask you, for the films in the first half of next year, should Lin Nan Film consider coming to *Produce 101* when promoting?"

"What kind of daydream are you having? When have you seen me on a variety show?"

Lin Nan frowned directly and refused. But the next second he found something wrong, because Liu Yifei opposite was laughing, and Wang Wei on the phone was also laughing.

"What's the situation?" Lin Nan asked.

"Lin Dao, didn't Producer Liu tell you the gossip I just told her? Hahaha... Your choice to refuse is within my expectation.

But there is another unexpected thing, I have to share with you: Director Jiang Wen has confirmed that in half a year, he will lead the creative team of *Hidden Man* to attend the live broadcast of the *Produce 101* grand final to promote the film...

It was a contract signed just after 8:00 this morning. You and Producer Liu remember to keep it secret. Good guy, this is Director Jiang Wen's first time on a variety show, and it's a variety show broadcast on the whole network... The marketing department is very certain that once this news is officially announced, it will definitely be an explosive heat and traffic... This gimmick, tsk tsk, is full..."

"Lin Nan, Director Jiang is really listening to advice this time. The suggestion you gave him at the beginning was to change the promotion idea and focus on internet channels. He is obviously completely open, even willing to go on a variety show, haha..."

Before Lin Nan could recover, Liu Yifei's teasing laughter had already sounded in his ears.