Chapter 1054: "Operation Red Sea" Rejection and "Suggestion"

Chapter 1056 "Operation Red Sea" - Rejection and "Suggestion"

General Administration, small conference room.

Before La Peikang entered the door, he heard Ren Zhonglun talking and laughing. Something was wrong with his expression. In addition to being surprised, his heart was full of "disgust" and "resistance"!

I didn't notify Shanghai Film Studio, so why was this guy at the film office this morning? And arrived earlier than him?

"Hey, La Dong is here."

As if provoking, Ren Zhonglun greeted with a bright smile and a loud voice, flanked by Zhang Hongsen and Han Sanping.

"Director Zhang, Director Han. Is it such a coincidence that Director Ren is also in the bureau today?"

“This is not a coincidence, I am actively trying to improve.

Some things are always not communicated well, and I have to keep them in mind and take the initiative to inquire about them. Fortunately, Lao Han is not as domineering as before and is willing to deal with me and respond to inquiries. "

Ren Zhonglun's sinister words made Zhang Hongsen speechless. Did he start in front of him?

Looking at Han Sanping again, he looked at Ren Zhonglun with an expression of contempt.

Although he is detached from things now, Ren Zhonglun's behavior of "praising" him in person and mocking him was really a bit, well, catching people off guard.

As for Chairman Lada at this moment, his eyes looked like he was carrying a knife, but there was a smile on his face.

"I thought that Shangying was far away and busy, so I had some work that I could do, so I thought about not disturbing Shangying. It's just a waste of time for Director Ren to worry about it, isn't it?"

"Then I really have to thank La Dong for his concern, but there is no need for it, because Shanghai Film Academy also wants to contribute." Ren Zhonglun replied with a smile, looking quite enthusiastic and grateful.

At this time, there were footsteps outside the conference room, and there were many people.

"Isn't Lin Nan here yet?"

I saw Tong Gang coming in accompanied by three people from Hai Zheng. The one in front was a gold star, and there were two bars and four small stars on the left and right. Behind him were several Hai Zheng staff members.

"He may be on his way now, he should be arriving soon. He is always lazy and likes to sleep in, but he definitely got up early today."

Han Sanping took the initiative to take the initiative and answered with a smile. Ren Zhonglun and Zhang Hongsen saw this, and the corners of their mouths curled up. Han Sanping was explaining to the people in Hai Zheng.

"Director Lin Nan is very free and easy. If he comes to direct "Operation Red Sea", I guarantee that after more than half a year of military training and filming, his habit of sleeping in will definitely change."

When the leader of the Haizheng team heard this, he immediately started joking; he didn't mean to make fun of him, it was just a good intention.

"Don't say this to Lin Nan, otherwise he may become a deserter, haha..." Tong Gang also "slandered" Lin Nan with great interest, and the conference room instantly burst into laughter.

When Zhang Hongsen notified Lin Nan to come to the film bureau on the morning of the 26th, he had already made a reservation for today's luncheon, and even made preparations to talk about business at the dinner table;

So at this moment, a group of leaders were not in a hurry, drinking tea and talking and laughing in the conference room, waiting for their "established" director of "Operation Red Sea"!

On the other side, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei didn't stay too long after delivering Lao Lintou to the airport at early nine o'clock. Looking at the time, he rushed directly to the movie office.

The two of them were still muttering and complaining about Zhang Hongsen on the road. They couldn't explain what was going on. They only told him to come over today and said that something good happened.

But whether it is a good thing or not depends on each person. In short, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei felt strange and unsure. Especially Director Lin Da, he had a vague premonition.

This is just like when your teacher suddenly told you something good happened when you were in school. As for what good thing it was? Go and wipe the blackboard, hand out the homework, go and help me move something...

At 10:30 in the morning, when Lin Nan and Liu Yifei were led to the small conference room by Zhang Hongsen's secretary and saw everyone present, their hearts immediately "thumped";

The premonition became stronger, and even... came true?

"Oh, I called you to talk about business today, and you brought Yifei with you? Are you two together?" Zhang Hongsen looked at the two of them and started teasing.

"Dear leaders, we went to the airport to see off my dad this morning, so naturally we are here together now."

Lin Nan held Liu Yifei's hand, and the two sat next to Han Sanping and Ren Zhonglun.

"Well, it's appropriate for the young couple to send the old man to board the plane." The head of Haizheng nodded and affirmed.

Liu Yifei scratched Lin Nan's palm, full of curiosity and confusion. Today's battle does not seem like a small matter!

Lin Nan understood, was not too embarrassed, and asked openly: "Tong Bureau, Zhang Bureau, we are both here, can you tell us what a good thing it is?"

"Well, it's a good thing, a great thing." Tong Gang nodded and looked at the people in Hai Zheng.

I saw the person on the left side of Yixing take the initiative to speak and look at Lin Nan with a smile:

"Director Lin Nan, it's like this. We here have come up with a blockbuster with the main theme to contribute to the propaganda work of the People's Navy.

Your previous film "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom" achieved excellent results, and the Ministry of Public Security also praised the yet-to-be-released "Operation Mekong"; so we at the Maritime Affairs Department would like to invite you to direct this film. The main theme of the commercial blockbuster of the Navy.

You are the top domestic director, an international director, and a pioneer in commercial films with the main theme. We take it for granted that you are the best candidate and the most suitable first choice!

As for the script of this movie, you can rest assured that there are no restrictions on the scale. It can even be said that you can use whatever scale you want..."

The people from Haizheng were chatting away, while Tong Gang, Zhang Hongsen, and Han Sanping looked a little embarrassed and smiled speechlessly.

Is it really appropriate to say at the film bureau that "there are no restrictions on scale...you can use whatever scale you want"? Can you give me some face?

"... We have already finished the script, which is adapted from the evacuation incident from Yemen in the first half of last year. It is tentatively titled "Operation Red Sea"... During the filming, warships, naval officers and soldiers... can all be provided..."

At this moment, Lin Nan's mind was buzzing. Yemen evacuation incident? "Operation Red Sea"!

After a while, the people from Haizheng finished the introduction, and the three people looked at Lin Nan with burning eyes, full of confidence and assurance.

""Operation Red Sea" can definitely be regarded as the largest production scale in China so far, and it is a commercial blockbuster with the main theme in the true sense, because it is fully supported by the navy. Lin Nan, everyone is very optimistic about you and will take on this task. "Okay." Han Sanping said with a smile.

"Yes, Shanghai Film Academy will provide all help at any time." Ren Zhonglun followed closely, fearing that he would be left behind.

"The same goes for China Film Academy." La Peikang glanced at Ren Zhonglun vaguely and spoke loudly.

Just when everyone was looking at Lin Nan and Liu Yifei, waiting for the former to nod, Director Lin showed a bitter smile of realization on his face and asked Han Sanping:

"Director Han, is this the not-so-accurate letter you revealed to me in early January at the beginning of the year, 'Point General'?"

"Yeah, haha..."

At this moment, Han Sanping stopped hiding. Both La Peikang and Ren Zhonglun cast strange looks at him, what a cunning "mountain eagle"!

"How are you, Director Lin Nan?" The head of Hai Zheng asked for the first time, looking very expectant.

"Lin Nan?" Liu Yifei whispered to Lin Nan. She knew that her husband already had plans for two blockbusters.

Lin Nan did not make any response, but remained silent for a moment with a serious expression, and then asked seriously: "Chief, when will the filming of "Operation Red Sea" be launched at the latest?"

People from the maritime affairs department thought that Lin Nan was asking about the specific preparation plan, and immediately responded:

"Don't worry, our preparation time will only take several months. After the casting of the crew is completed, all the main creators will have to go out with the navy to train for two or three months, and the filming will start in February or March next year. The filming cycle is about five or six months. It seems, after all, we are abroad, at sea..."

Hearing this answer, Lin Nan was speechless. He asked again in a strange way: "Is it possible to push the movie's start date to the end of next year or the beginning of the next year?"

"What?"

"Lin Nan, are you kidding?"

"Lin Nan, does the military project say it can be postponed if it is postponed? We have already informed the navy and filed a record there. Do you think the warships are said to be ready for use at any time? ?”

In an instant, all the leaders in the conference room had surprised reactions.

"If it can be pushed to the end of next year or the beginning of the next year, I can take on "Operation Red Sea".

But it really won’t work next year. I already have two blockbusters planned for next year, and I really don’t have the energy to take on the third one, especially for a movie of the scale of "Operation Red Sea". From preparation to shooting to completion, I'm afraid it will take close to a year. year time, right? I won’t have time to go out with the Navy with the crew next year, it’s really full...and..."

Having said this, Lin Nan looked at Han Sanping: "Director Han, one of my two blockbusters for next year was just decided yesterday. The movie promised to Junior Sister Han is her script."

By this time, the atmosphere in the conference room had become a bit frozen, and it was as quiet as the silence before the storm.

Only Han Sanping seemed to be "shocked" and asked Lin Nan: "Don't fool us. Is her script ready?"

"It's done. Jia Nu sent her script to me yesterday as a birthday gift and a wedding anniversary gift for me and Lin Nan." Liu Yifei weakly answered for Lin Nan.

Hearing this, Mr. Han's face darkened visibly. She had promised before that she would be the first to show the script to him when it was ready! But now? Cheating? !

"Director Lin Nan, is there no other possibility?" The leader of Hai Zheng's team on this trip confirmed tactfully, as if giving final affirmation.

Tong Gang, Zhang Hongsen and others all frowned slightly. They had never expected such a result before. At first, everyone thought it must be Lin Nan.

"To be honest, my maximum energy limit in a year is two movies. If there is one more, I really can't guarantee the quality; and next year, both movies will be real blockbusters, and the preparation time will also be short. short.

One is my second hard-core science fiction film after "The Martian", and it is also my first purely domestic hard-core science fiction blockbuster; the other is a realistic-themed 'blockbuster', which is the script of my junior sister Han... …”

Lin Nan did not hide or be modest, he spoke truthfully.

When they heard the introduction of Lin Nan's two films, both Ren Zhonglun and La Peikang's eyes flashed; it's just that the former was more eager to try it, while the latter was a little vague and helpless.

After hearing Lin Nan's last answer, the three members of Hai Zheng began to communicate in a low voice.

Tong Gang and Zhang Hongsen wanted to interrupt and persuade him, but they couldn't speak. The first choice for the director of "Operation Red Sea" seems to be a dead end?

Liu Yifei gently tugged at Lin Nan's clothes at the waist, feeling a little nervous. Lin Nan patted the back of her hand, signaling her to rest assured. It's impossible for him to be tricked, right? Not really.

"In this case, "Operation Red Sea" is indeed not meant to be. I'm sorry to bother Director Lin and Producer Liu to make this trip today. We'll go talk to Director Zhang Yimou later. Director Tong, Director Zhang, I'll have to bother you again."

As he spoke, the head of the Navy Political Department sat up and was about to go out. Tong Gang and Zhang Hongsen quickly stood up and went over to greet him: "It's no trouble, but it's already noon, and the canteen has already prepared a reception meal. Let's eat first..."

Lin Nan followed with Liu Yifei at the end, and the two of them came to Han Sanping: "Director Han, who are the candidates for directors of the Navy? Why are they lining up? Come one by one to talk?"

"Humph, do you think you are the only one? The Navy has listed all the outstanding directors in the country. It's just that you are the first choice. Look, Zhang Yimou is the second choice..."

"Lin Nan, Yifei, when you set up the projects for the two movies later, you have to call me." Ren Zhonglun whispered to the side, feeling a little excited because of the unexpected gains today.

Lin Nan didn't pay attention to Han Sanping's words and Ren Zhonglun's voice, because a bold and even crazy idea flashed through his mind at this moment.

"Chief, it's almost 12 o'clock now. Let's have lunch at the bureau before leaving. In addition, although I can't take on the director's job for the mainstream commercial blockbuster "Operation Red Sea", I have some ideas that I want to tell you... How about we have lunch and talk?"

Lin Nan shouted to help Tong Gang and Zhang Hongsen retain the people from the Navy, and also to help himself.

Not to mention, Director Lin's shouting really made the head of the Navy stop and turn around. He looked at Lin Nan and said with a smile:

"Oh? Director Lin, do you have any good suggestions? I can listen to them. After all, you are the most experienced director in mainstream commercial films."

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Lin Nan Films, Yue Jun just hung up the phone from Noon Sunshine.

Regarding the establishment of the project of "Nirvana in Fire 2", Hou Hongliang made an appointment with him on the phone to come to the company for a specific interview.

Remembering Jiang Xingrou's previous greeting, Yue Jun immediately called his assistant in.

"Director Yue?"

"Go tell Director Jiang that Noon Sunshine's producer Hou will come to discuss the investment share of "Nirvana in Fire 2" on the 5th of next month.

Also notify Zhao Liying's studio and ask her to come back that morning. It's best to communicate with Director Jiang in advance. After all, if you want to be selected, you should at least have an attitude, right?"

"Okay, Director Yue."

The assistant just left and the administrative staff came again.

"Director Yue, the Hundred Flowers Awards are here to ask, and want to confirm the attendance of the staff of several of our films at that time, so as to arrange the seats."

"Has the venue been announced?"

"It was just announced at 10 am. The award ceremony will be held in Tangshan on the evening of the 24th of next month."

Yue Jun was not sure about Lin Nan and Liu Yifei's arrangements, but after thinking for a moment, he still reported everyone;

After all, this time they did "public relations", and Hongxingwu also had a "Wolf Warrior" nominated for several awards, and Wu Yi was not in the country... I think both of them will not be absent, they have to go to calm the scene!

"By the way, let Wu Ershan know. Although we are no longer on the same side, we have to wait until the Hundred Flowers Awards are over before we can officially go our separate ways."

"Okay."

After watching the administration leave the office, Yue Jun couldn't help but mutter, "How dare they do that. Three movies, 3 billion!"

At the same time, at Changshengtian Pictures.

Wu Ershan and Song Ge were face to face, discussing the project preparation in the office.

"...Submit the script for review at the end of October, all three together. The global auditions, including the preparations for the training camp, are very time-consuming, and they can probably officially start after the new year..."

"Don't worry, funding is not a problem. After the script is submitted for review, we can directly announce the project. I will first take out 500 million from the board of directors... In addition, I have found some friends in the capital circle these days, and then..."

...

In the small cafeteria of the General Administration, a large round dining table can just accommodate 10 people.

However, facing a table of sumptuous dishes, no one picked up their chopsticks, but looked at Lin Nan with a look of "astonishment".

To be more precise, everyone was "shocked" by Lin Nan's words. How dare he say that?

At this time, Liu Yifei was a little embarrassed, her face was pink;

Because Lin Nan's suggestion was a bit too "appointing the best without avoiding relatives", it was clear that he wanted to get the "Operation Red Sea" project without being a director.

"What, is there a problem with my proposal?" Lin Nan pretended to be very serious and asked innocently.

"Director Lin Nan, what do you mean: you can't be a director, but you can be the producer of the film, and your company's directors Guo Fan and Lu Yang will co-direct "Operation Red Sea"? "

The head of the Navy subconsciously raised his voice and asked for confirmation. Lin Nan could not see any emotions and attitudes of the other party at this time from his expression, let alone his opinions.

Looking at Tong Gang, Zhang Hongsen, Han Sanping, Ren Zhonglun and La Peikang, they all had strange smiles on their faces;

And the look in Lin Nan's eyes was full of "contempt", but also with obvious surprise and admiration, and he was just short of giving a thumbs up.

"Yes, the production of a film is related to the quality of the finished film. My role as the production supervisor does not affect my contribution to Operation Red Sea, but I will not be with the crew.

At the same time, directors Guo Fan and Lu Yang also have enough strength to co-direct this navy's main theme commercial blockbuster, Operation Red Sea.

Guo Fan has worked on Sino-US co-productions such as Pacific Rim, and was the first assistant director of Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy... Lu Yang has also worked as an assistant director on several of my films.

Both of them have directed many films independently, and their box office performance and reputation are obvious to all, and they are excellent...

In addition, their styles complement each other, and they will definitely make Operation Red Sea achieve the expected results, or even surpass them..."

After Lin Nan finished speaking, he looked at the head of the Navy Political Department. The other party did not speak, but his brows were slightly frowned, and he was obviously thinking.

"Lin Nan + Guo Fan + Lu Yang, this can be said to be the most luxurious behind-the-scenes team configuration of a movie in China so far!" Han Sanping spoke well at the right time, and it was also the truth.

But he was also thinking about his daughter's movie, and between Operation Red Sea and his daughter's movie, he undoubtedly had a selfish motive, hoping that Lin Nan would direct the latter.

Because this would be of great benefit to his daughter, there is no doubt!

"If that's the case, then Lin Nan's proposal is indeed worth considering."

"Well, that's right, at present, if Lin Nan doesn't direct, there is really no stronger choice in China than the combination of these three people!"

Tong Gang and Zhang Hongsen affirmed successively, and Ren Zhonglun and La Peikang also nodded in agreement.

The head of the Navy looked at the two people on his left and right, and after exchanging glances, he spoke to everyone, especially to Lin Nan:

"I can't give a clear answer to Director Lin Nan's proposal at this moment. But I can promise that we will have a meeting to discuss it in the next two days, and will contact you as soon as there is a result."

"Okay, thank you, Chief. But it really needs to be quick. It's better to decide it earlier so that the project can be established and the casting can be selected earlier. After that, we have to hurry up to prepare for training..."

At this point, everyone started to move their chopsticks, and no one talked about "Operation Red Sea" again.

At two o'clock in the afternoon, Tong Gang led Lin Nan and others to send the Navy Political Department out of the main office gate.

Watching the convoy disappear in the traffic, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. At the same time, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei were also ready to go home.

"Lin Nan, come to my place tomorrow morning." Suddenly, Han Sanping stopped Lin Nan.

"What are you doing there?" After helping Liu Yifei, who was wearing a dress and high heels, sit on the co-pilot, Lin Nan looked at Han Sanping jokingly.

"Nonsense, about the movie script of Jia Nu. I'll go back later and see if I can't scold her to death... She actually took the initiative to find you!"

"You said that, you can only talk nonsense every time. When have you ever been willing to scold? Or when have you ever been able to win over your daughter? She is so sharp-tongued, haha..."

Lin Nan's teasing made Liu Yifei in the co-pilot laugh non-stop.

Ren Zhonglun was also watching the fun and adding fuel to the fire: "Don't think that he is a 'mountain eagle' outside and in the circle, but he has no authority at home and is completely dominated by his daughter!"

Looking at Han Sanye's gnashing teeth but unable to refute, Lin Nan changed the subject and talked about "Dying to Survive":

"Boss Han, you should take a good look at Jia Nu's script when you go back this afternoon."

"What's wrong, what's the problem?" Han Sanping heard the subtext in Lin Nan's words.

"That script is really a good one, but it has too many problems, and involves so many aspects... You may have to sell your face this time, and use all the favors, connections, relationships and achievements you have accumulated in your life!"

Faced with Lin Nan's serious tone, Han Sanping calmed down immediately, and his aura seemed to have returned to the "Zuoshan Diao" era of the year - stern and domineering!

"I'll go back and take a look at her script first. As a father, isn't that how I use it?"

"Old Han, there's still me. No matter what problems her script has, count me in."

Ren Zhonglun also said very seriously, but his glance at La Peikang's back betrayed a little bit of his other thoughts.

"Well, if I need you, I won't be polite." Han Sanping rarely refused Ren Zhonglun, because he knew Lin Nan, so he naturally understood how heavy Lin Nan's words were!

"Director Han, Director Ren, see you later. Yifei and I are leaving first. Bye..."

"Director Han, Director Ren, goodbye." Liu Yifei also smiled and waved.

In less than a few seconds, only Han Sanping and Ren Zhonglun were left. After a moment, they turned around and slowly walked into the General Administration.

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