Chapter 260: Choosing a Release Date

Lin Nan agreed to invest part of the money, not because of how good the script was, but because of personal connections and face.

In terms of scripts, "The Heist" is not as good as the previous "No Man's Land" and "Racing".

The former was even derived from "No Man's Land".

Lin Nan could see that Ning Hao and Xing Ai wrote the script with emotions.

The same subject matter, since that group of people said that "No Man's Land" did not conform to the values, then give them a "The Heist" with a positive ending.

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Within two days, the news that Ning Hao was preparing a new movie spread in the circle.

It is said that many production companies and investors have visited Bad Monkey, but the specific results are unknown.

Lin Nan, Guo Fan, Lu Yang, Xu Zheng and others continued to stay in Tiangong Colors.

Xu Zheng had a similar idea to Lu Yang, that is, he hoped that "Lost on Journey" could be released in the summer season.

Several people hoped that the movies they directed would have good results.

"Just focus on post-production first, and then talk about these things."

Lin Nan is confident in himself. If "The Thief" is scheduled, there should be many movies that will consider avoiding the former.

But Xu Zheng, Lu Yang, and Xue Xiaolu may not have such treatment, and there may even be movies that specifically come to try.

"Director Zhang's "Three Guns" is shortlisted for the Golden Bear Award?"

Guo Fan saw a piece of news and exclaimed.

Berlin announced the final list of shortlisted competition units, and Zhang Yimou's "Three Guns" was on the list.

Not to mention the quarrels on the Internet, Lin Nan also found it incredible.

But thinking that this year is the 60th anniversary of Berlin, he understood.

This shortlist is probably not for "Three Guns", but for Zhang Yimou.

The origin of Berlin and Zhang Yimou is quite deep.

Sure enough, only half a day later, the official website of the Berlin Film Festival appeared with Zhang Yimou's congratulatory short film for the 60th anniversary of the film festival.

Human relations can really be seen everywhere.

News about big directors always attracts the attention of the media and the industry.

Zhang Yimou is busy casting for "The Hawthorn Tree" while Chen Kaige has taken the initiative to announce the news of his new movie to the media.

If it is not made public, it is fine. Once it is made public, everything is ready.

"Director Chen Kaige's new work, the historical costume blockbuster "The Orphan of Zhao", has completed the final casting and will start shooting today."

"The cast of "The Orphan of Zhao" is strong, including Ge You, Wang Xueqi, Zhang Fengyi, Huang Xiaoming, Fan Bingbing, Hai Qing..."

"Director Chen's youngest son will make a cameo appearance..."

"At the same time, Director Chen Kaige will adapt the Japanese fantasy novel: "The Great Tang Ghost Feast of the Monk Kūkai"..."

The media reported all positive reports on Chen Kaige's new movie, and even used the term model worker to describe him.

Most netizens did not buy it. "The Promise" and "Mantou" were brought up again, and it was also extended to the photo scandal...

To be honest, Lin Nan has never paid attention to Chen Kaige's "The Orphan of Zhao".

But if they meet in the same schedule, he will definitely not be nervous.

Moreover, I heard that the script this time was written by Chen Kaige himself, so there is no need to worry about anything.

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The post-editing speed of "Thieves" is the fastest, after all, it is Lin Nan and Guo Fan.

The second is "Lost on Journey", which has the simplest plot.

But if you want to say which movie will be the first to complete the post-production, it will most likely be "Lost on Journey".

Because it does have the least plot, and unlike "Thieves", there are some special effects shots.

"Director Lin, it's up to you."

Lin Nan has to go to China Film. His "Thieves" doesn't matter, but the other three movies really need to choose the schedule carefully.

China Film has been very busy during this period.

A "Avatar" has put several state-owned enterprises at the forefront of the pressure.

I heard that Han Sanping cut a lot of projects, and the funds will be given priority to large-scale productions, theater expansion, and equipment upgrades.

"Director Lin, what a coincidence."

Lin Nan was not surprised to see Huo Wenxi at China Film.

Yinghuang and China Film jointly established an agency and a film and television company, and Huo Wenxi is the person in charge of Yinghuang.

"Well, what has Director Huo done again?"

Lin Nan looked at the file bag in the other party's hand and asked curiously.

"We plan to start a TV series, "Legend of Nuwa: The Spirit Pearl", which involves the comeback of the actors, so I came to report to Director Han."

Lin Nan nodded. He didn't have much impression of this drama.

"Then I wish you a long-lasting ratings for this drama. I have something else to do..."

Huo Wenxi originally wanted to recommend an actor, but now it's not easy to open his mouth.

"Then I won't bother Director Lin."

Looking at Lin Nan's figure walking away, Huo Wenxi was thoughtful. The casting of "Thieves" gave Yinghuang hope, but he was not sure whether Lin Nan would also accept other Hong Kong actors...

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"I guess you will have to come sooner or later."

Han Sanping looked up, pointed to the sofa next to him, and continued to write something with his head down.

"You have to come. Those three movies are different from "The Thief."

"Go watch it yourself. But I still suggest you pick a good time for "The Thief."

Han Sanping took out a form and ignored Lin Nan.

The latter sat on the sofa and started browsing.

"Ocean Paradise", "My Beautiful Boss"... There are many familiar names.

Lin Nan saw Feng Xiaogang's "Earthquake".

How should I put it, this kind of subject matter and its investors have an inherent advantage, and many people will be organized and enter the theater collectively...

This year’s domestic films will become more concentrated as we go on, with many major directors having works.

Lin Nan thought about it carefully and decided to put "People on the Road" to the end of June; "Embroidered Spring Knife" can be moved to August...

More than half an hour later, Han Sanping stopped what he was doing, and Lin Nan returned the form.

The former looked at it, raised his head and asked: "Why is there no "Thieves"?"

"I don't rush my movies, others are more anxious than me." Lin Nan said with a smile.

"That makes sense, you are no longer the same as you were a few years ago, haha..."

After chatting with Han Sanping for a while, Lin Nan knew something.

Han Sanping declined the investment in "The Robbery" yesterday because "No Man's Land" is still an apparent bad debt.

"In a situation like this, I couldn't invest even if I wanted to, not to mention the group's funding direction has changed this year."

Han Sanping gave a special explanation.

"It seems that his budget should be much higher than that of previous movies..."

Lin Nan muttered. Ning Hao only asked him if he wanted 10 million, and he said he would pay less if he was cheated.

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Leave China Film and Television and return to the company.

After Xu Zheng got the accurate schedule, he speeded up post-production again.

This is his first time as a director, and box office performance is very important, as it will determine how far he can go on this road in the future.

Xu Zheng is ready to do it several times after the film is completed to make sure it is perfect.

The same goes for Lu Yang. "Xiu Chun Knife" is his first theatrical movie...

Ning Hao called Lin Nan and asked the latter to come out to meet with other investors.

Lin Nan was quite curious, which one would it be?

When he arrived at the appointed teahouse, he felt like something was tricking him.

Ning Hao and Xing Aina were both there, and there was a woman next to them.

"Director Lin, it's an honor to work with you this time."

The other party stretched out his hand, and Lin Nan took it.

"Sit down quickly." Xing Aina greeted.

Lighting, upper shadow... Lin Nan had guessed many companies, but he just missed Galloping Horse.

"Mr. Zhong promised not to interfere in the film production at all and only sent a supervisor to the scene."

Ning Hao explained, while Zhong Lifang kept smiling beside him.

"I still don't know your budget?" Lin Nan complained.

"Haha, I was negligent. The budget this time is set at 50 million, 10 million for you and me, and 30 million for Xiao Ma..."

Lin Nan nodded, he had no objection.

The investment was originally for the favor with Ning Hao. Whether it makes money or not is another matter.

Besides, even if he makes money, he doesn't think he can make much money. The script of "The Robbery" still doesn't break out of the circle of the previous movies.

After some conversation, Lin Nan discovered that Mr. Zhong was really good at talking.

She pulled out Pony's ideas and hoped to collaborate more often in the future. After the key said what he wanted to say, he didn't stay much longer and left on the pretext that there was still something else to do in the company...

"Do you think she's very measured? She's very well-controlled?" Xing Aina picked up the tea cup and said slowly.

Lin Nan nodded, that was indeed the case.

"This is also the reason why I chose her among so many companies."

Ning Hao said with a serious face, completely unable to see the usual irregularity.

"Xiao Ma is new to the film industry. Even if I take the majority of the investment, I still have the initiative..."

Ning Hao's words were clear and logical, and it seemed that he had indeed thought them through carefully.

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The script of "The Robbery" was sent to the film bureau.

The news that Xiao Ma will participate in the investment of Ning Hao's new movie spread quickly.

No one expected that this company, which had just been involved in the film production business for only one year, would get this opportunity.

"The script of the movie "Golden Heist" has been submitted for review."

"Director Ning Hao's new film, investors include Bad Monkey, Lin Nan Pictures, Xiaoma..."

Zhong Lifang is indeed a marketing professional. She took the initiative to reveal the news to the media, which attracted a lot of attention to Xiao Ma.

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Yue Jun took a document and entered Lin Nan's office.

"Director Lin, the brokerage company's plan has been prepared."

Lin Nan took the document with a hint of expectation.

I hesitated before and waited for so long, but now the artist management business is finally settled.

“Director Lin, both newcomers and established artists must be there.

I plan to take people to visit the three major art schools in the next few days. "

Lin Nan was stunned for a moment, then nodded, "The art exam will start in a few days. You can definitely go and have a look. This is a good time to find new people..."

Lin Nan spent more than half an hour reading the brokerage company plan sent by Yue Jun. This plan is very comprehensive and detailed, and the latter must have taken a lot of thought.

"Well, okay, I'll do as you say..."

"Okay, Director Lin."

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