Chapter 767: Combination Punches and Discoveries

The gentlemen in the room remained silent; they were thinking.

Undoubtedly, Lanse is the biggest gang in Likaer State, but what does he mean by saying this now?

People have to think about deeper questions, think about whether there are traps they can't see, and also want to know if there are any special opportunities.

The Director glanced at Lanse; Lanse didn't look at him, but nodded slightly.

The Director coughed at this time, "There are five people on the execution list for the Film Committee established by the Federal Arts Committee; according to them, these five people will serve as executive members of the Film Committee."

"No chairman position is set, but an honorary chairman position is set."

"The honorary chairman is held by Mr. 【Name】."

Hearing this name, everyone's expressions changed subtly; he said this gentleman has a nickname in the Federation, called "Opera Emperor."

This nickname well describes his status in the opera world!

He has won so many awards that his hands are soft; the current federal opera world has been divided into several blocks; according to the background and teachers of the practitioners, they are classified, among which the faction where the Opera Emperor is located is the largest.

They have formulated many rules of their own in the opera world, such as certain roles can only be performed by people they designate, and even some opera scripts are not allowed to be performed casually without their consent.

Using "Drama Tyrant" to describe these people is not an exaggeration at all.

And the five people on this list are almost all their people.

As a group that has gained huge benefits through opera, these vested interests will be more stubborn than the most stubborn people and more conservative than the most conservative people!

Looking at everyone's thoughtful expressions, Lanse continued, "Once they take the lead in establishing the Film Committee and gain the support of the Federal Arts Committee and the affirmation of the Federal Government, it will be a devastating blow to us and the film industry!"

These opera singers look down on movie actors; after all, as the most brilliant artistic expression form of the "previous era," too many well-known figures were born.

They are not only active in the opera world but also involved in the business and political circles; people are proud to know those well-known opera performing artists.

This is a collective fanaticism of society; some kings and emperors of countries are even loyal fans of some opera performers.

Some kings even lent their palaces to opera performers for opera performances!

The new era has set sail, and everyone sitting here is on this big ship heading to the new era.

But if they are to be assigned a captain from the old era now...

Just as Lanse said, everything is catastrophic!

They only need a little trick to make the development of the film industry die prematurely.

Many people have actually already seen that this cheap art form that doesn't require too much cultural heritage will become a torrent sweeping the performance circle!

Some people couldn't sit still, especially those who bet their entire future on the film industry!

They built a large number of studios in Dashan, opened production companies here, and recruited many directors, actors, and screenwriters; once those people who do opera really manage the film circle.

They only need to formulate that it is not allowed to use scripts other than opera scripts for shooting, or require a certain amount of singing, or have other rigid cultural regulations.

Then the movie is finished!

"Can't let them do this, Mr. Lanse!", a manager of a production company stood up, his face carrying a very firm and serious expression.

Someone spoke up, and others no longer remained silent, expressing one after another that they couldn't let those bastards mess around.

Lanse also nodded, "It is indeed like this; we have invested so much cost in the film industry, and it has finally made some progress; no one can destroy our future, no matter who they are or where they come from."

"Just like I said just now, I intend to take the lead in establishing the Federal Film Committee; we are the true practitioners; the rules should be formulated by us, not them!"

Immediately someone responded loudly, "Yes, that's right, Mr. Lanse, you are a good man, we support you!"

When many people gather together, a collective emotion begins to take effect, and people lose themselves.

However, this process is very subtle; they can't feel it; they can only feel their emotions inexplicably beginning to become excited.

Their brains also seem to have said goodbye to their rational selves, and then began to follow other people's ideas damnably.

More people expressed support for Lanse's idea to establish a Film Committee belonging to filmmakers.

Lanse nodded slightly, "Since everyone has such an idea, then we will compete with them on speed."

"It just so happens that I also know some people in Jincheng; if there are no accidents, we will take the lead in establishing the Federal Film Committee."

"Before this, you need to sign a letter of intent; you represent half of the film industry; unity can make us strong!"

People expressed agreement one after another; it was nothing more than signing a name to indicate voluntary participation.

In fact, non-governmental organizations do not need federal government interference; the Federation is still very free in this regard, but if you want to gain social recognition, federal government recognition, and when disputes occur in the future, whose standard should be used for "explanation."

Then you definitely need to register with the federal government, and various procedures are also very complicated.

Lanse's meaning in saying this is actually very simple: if it weren't for him, the Federal Film Committee would be controlled by a group of people doing opera, and then the industry would be ruined.

Only by relying on Lanse do they have a chance to take the lead before those bastards and determine this "officially recognized non-governmental organization."

The power of this kind of non-governmental organization lies in its ability to regulate the behavior of the entire industry, and even possess certain law enforcement powers!

So if you want to successfully register, it's not just about registering; there must be some political relationships and influences involved.

Movies are indeed an industry developing rapidly, but now it is still just a seedling.

It's true that some capital has started to enter in advance, but for those capital giants, the pool is still too shallow now; they are still waiting and watching.

So among these people, you can't find a few who can contact the Congress, nor can you find anyone who can make the Senator do something for them.

They can only rely on Lanse!

Everyone discussed this matter for a while and determined it; then Lanse brought up the second thing: the influence of gangs on the film industry.

At first, they didn't intend to support Lanse on this matter; they wouldn't oppose it, but they wouldn't support it either, because supporting this kind of thing definitely requires effort.

Lanse made it very clear from the beginning that they wanted to protest.

How to protest?

Sitting in their own office waving fists at employees and shouting "I protest"?

No, it's taking employees to the busy streets holding signs to protest!

They didn't really want to do this; some people even thought of reasons to refuse.

For example, the shooting cycle is relatively tight, for example, they can't make decisions at all, and can only go back and let the shareholders discuss it.

Anyway, fool around today first, wait for the next time... no, there is no next time, at least before the matter Lanse mentioned is resolved, there is no next time!

But now, they suddenly realized that they had been kidnapped!

If they oppose it, then the entire industry may bring an uncertain future; no one can guarantee that those people who do opera and art can really lower their heads to look at the development of movies.

They can only rely on Lanse, and in the situation where they must rely on Lanse, now Lanse has put forward a request, and they refuse; is it not quite appropriate?

Some people's expressions were like they were constipated; they couldn't get it out, but wanted to, and it was stuck, uncomfortable to death.

Lanse continued to talk about some things as if he didn't know about these things.

"I asked the Director to collect some materials; usually, you might not feel it; it seems that gangs and some other things don't seem to have any impact on our industry."

"But when he collected some materials, I realized that the destruction and influence of gangs on the film industry are so huge that it is unimaginable."

He gave an example, "Last summer, a crew was blackmailed by local gangs when shooting on location; because they couldn't talk it out, the gangs smashed their props, shooting machines, and destroyed the film."

"In addition to causing economic losses, they also beat the lead actor, leading to a delay of more than a month before restarting shooting."

"Also, it was the same last year; when a crew was shooting in a neighboring state, they were required by the local gang to use the props and houses they provided, and took the opportunity to charge super high fees."

"Also because they couldn't talk it out, the two sides had a conflict, leading to the suspension of the entire shooting plan, and it hasn't restarted until now."

He looked at the people inside and casually said some things everyone knew.

"There are many such things; you know the things inside better than I do, so I say, evil forces are becoming one of the biggest problems in the development of the film industry."

"My cinema being burned this time is just one of the manifestations; this also includes illegal copying of film, theft of original film, and even looting."

"If we are hurt but never speak out, the perpetrators will only be more cruel."

"Only by loudly stopping them and letting the whole society pay attention to this will they feel afraid."

Lanse looked at these people and lit a cigarette, "Of course, I don't require you to participate; it's all voluntary."

"If any of you think what I said is right, feel that we indeed cannot continue to silently endure being hurt, and think we need to unite to protect the film industry and protect ourselves."

"Then we will have a large-scale protest march in New Jincheng later."

"If you feel... we are a bit excessive about these things and think it is not appropriate to do so, you can also not participate."

After he finished speaking, he smiled, a meaningful smile; although he looked young, handsome, and dashing, his smile gave people a... indescribable feeling of being a bit "evil."

After about ten seconds, after giving these people time to understand and think, he pointed to the Director next to him.

"Whether you intend to establish a Film Committee with us or intend to protest with us, you can leave your phone number and name, or company name, with the Director, and I will contact you then."

"I reiterate again, everything is voluntary, no coercion!"

He looked at the Professor and nodded slightly, then got up, "That's it for today!"

"If you have any questions you don't understand and need to communicate with me, you can talk to the Professor; he has my phone number."

Lanse left quickly; after he left, others got up.

Some people walked toward the Director, and some people, after being surrounded by the Director, quietly left the scene.

Some people are willing to be speculators, and some people are willing to continue watching; this is normal.

Just like everyone telling you that now is the bottom, some people believed it, and some didn't.

As for how it will develop in the future, no one knows.

After about two hours, the Director returned to the hotel; he handed two forms to Lanse, "Not everyone participated."

Lanse glanced at the two forms; the company names on the list willing to establish the Film Committee were significantly more than those protesting together, about one-third more.

Lanse nodded slightly; he took the list willing to join the Film Committee and gave it to the Director, "Cross out the names of those who didn't participate in the protest; if they ask, just say it was missed when organizing the materials."

After the Director finished listening, he was stunned, "Doing this... is it not quite good?"

Lanse shook his head while saying, "Shooting movies, or things related to movies, you are an expert."

"But other than that, you are still too 'young'."

"I have gained the recognition of the Congressional Cultural Development Committee; I am the 'official'; with them or without them, it's the same."

"And they will want to join us more than now, more than at any time!"

"By that time, they will know what the price is for only thinking about taking advantage of me!"

This kind of industry self-discipline organization recognized by the official has the power to formulate industry standards.

For example, the Federal Steel Association; the steel specification standards they formulated are national standards that the entire federal steel industry must abide by!

You think the hardness and toughness of the steel bars you produce are enough, but the industry association says it is unqualified, so you are unqualified, and no one dares to buy your things.

Because if they buy them, they have to bear possible, very large responsibilities.

After the Film Committee is established, Lanse only needs to propose a rule that "must be reviewed by the committee before screening," and those non-member units can just wait slowly!

This is also why the Federal Arts Committee is keen on establishing various subordinate committees and industry associations.

There is too much power and benefit in this!

It's just that what he said now, what he thought, the Director didn't understand at all; he knew nothing in this regard.

The next day, Lanse asked the Director to contact them, discuss the process of the protest march, and contact the Police Chief of New Jincheng.

Although this guy didn't like Lanse that much, he still indicated that he would handle it.

The Federation also has relevant laws, but what they apply for is not to let the federal government or the police station approve them to protest, but to let them inform all walks of society.

On a certain day at a certain time, a protest march will occur in a certain place; they must notify nearby residents and shops to make corresponding preparations and arrange for mounted police to be responsible for traffic interception.

A little later, Jack (Patricia's cousin, a customs official) called Lanse, "I heard you had some conflicts with the Perez family these past few days?"

Lanse stopped his work and focused on this call, "Yes, you know too?"

Jack laughed loudly, "Get over it, you are the big red man in Jincheng; news about you is spreading like crazy below; they are even discussing how heavy a shit you can take!"

"Please, don't say these disgusting things!", Lanse laughed and scolded, "Is there anything?"

Jack didn't continue to chat with him and explained the purpose of the call, "I have a batch of goods here; the delivery location above is Jincheng."

"When I was checking the information, I found that the buyer of this batch of goods is a company controlled by the Perez family."

Lanse's face, which was originally a bit unclear about what he wanted to express, gradually showed a smile, "Contact Aierwen and keep this batch of goods at the dock and don't let it leave."

"I know what to do, don't worry."

The two chatted for a while and hung up the phone.

The phone rang again just as it ended, "Is there anything forgotten to say?"

He thought it was Jack's, but this time it was Poli's; Poli's tone seemed a bit excited.

"It's me, Poli."

"You absolutely don't know what I found in the neighboring state!"

The Perez family hadn't deployed any industries in Jincheng, or even Likaer State.

On one hand, they didn't get involved in too many shipping needs, so they didn't need to do anything here.

Secondly, when the five major families of Jincheng were at their peak, they were still very combative, plus a group of god-talking Angel Lake, unless they intended to launch a large-scale cross-regional war, otherwise they simply wouldn't consider taking root here.

But what made Lanse feel curious was, what did they do in the neighboring state?

In just that instant, many things passed through Lanse's mind, "What did you find?", he asked.

"I found they have a 'farm', a Maple Kite Grass farm!"

"Fuck!", Lanse couldn't help but curse this time.

Maple Kite Grass, possessing highly hallucinogenic plant alkaloids; if it weren't for the fact that those special painkillers aren't priced too outrageously, maybe it would be irreplaceable now!

However, it still has large sales because of its hallucinogenic properties.

Just like those non-toxic poisonous mushrooms, there are always some people who like to eat them because they want to see little people, see those bizarre worlds.

People who use Maple Kite Grass are the same principle; this thing is not cheap on the black market!

"Is the scale large?", Lanse asked softly.

(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 768 =====