Chapter 742 Lei Jiayin, Wang Baoqiang

The next morning, the entire film and television industry paid attention to the announcement issued by Hong Kong Island Edko Films.

After three and a half months of delay, it finally couldn't be delayed any longer.

"According to relevant document policies, the company has decided to reshoot the fantasy film "Monster Hunt" starring the bad artist Ke.

Actor Jing Boran will be the male lead and complete the filming of all real shots... It is estimated that the film will be available in theaters and meet the audience within the year."

Although this news came abruptly, the industry was actually prepared.

After all, the male lead had an accident, and it was not something that could be solved by cutting shots;

And a movie with an investment of two or three hundred million yuan could not be abandoned, and it could only be reshot with a new role.

But the cost of the actor's salary would inevitably double, and the pressure to recoup the investment would instantly increase!

Many companies and countless artists in the circle were a little envious, because this "Monster Hunt" had become the cake of the "Huayi system", and both the male and female protagonists were included in the bag.

In the eyes of peers, Edko Films was really a bit like a sucker this time.

"The 27th, right? Yeah, sure. I'll be there on time. I haven't congratulated Mr. Wang yet. Huayi's market value is about to exceed 70 billion."

Lin Nan rarely said a compliment, which made Wang Zhonglei a little uncomfortable. He paused for a second before speaking:

"Congratulations. Director Lin also has 6 million shares of the group, and he will increase it this time."

"Then I look forward to the day of the shareholders' meeting."

"Director Lin can reconsider the previous proposal. Huayi is the largest listed company in the film and television industry, with a potential of 100 billion... If you really have to leave, I can buy it in a package..."

"No, I don't like to give discounts to others."

Lin Nan refused directly, leaving the other party stuck.

"Okay, I won't bother you anymore."

The other end of the phone suddenly became more "indifferent" and lost the enthusiasm just now.

After ending the call, Lin Nan couldn't help but reveal a scornful smile on his face.

Wang Zhonglei, this guy, is still thinking about taking advantage? Isn't this daydreaming?

"This is the last time I will attend Huayi's shareholders' meeting. In a few months, we can say goodbye to each other completely.

A hundred billion is expected? Haha. A hundred billion is expected by real estate and financial businesses?

You don't remember at all that when Huayi was first listed, it was listed in the film and television culture industry! Or, you are pretending to be confused?"

Looking at the market value and stock price of Huayi on the Internet, Lin Nan couldn't help muttering in his heart. The "transaction" with Huayi was really worth it, and I made dozens of times!

But thinking of Yue Jun's call yesterday afternoon, Lin Nan had a headache again.

"Let's wait for him to call me. If there is one less permanent guest, there will definitely be a lot of people in the circle vying for it..."

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It's only been a few days since I came back from Hollywood, and I have to arrange a trip to Berlin again.

Liu Yifei even attaches more importance to this trip to Berlin than Lin Nan. She took the initiative to ask when to leave so that she could let someone notify the brand.

Director Lin originally thought that she was concerned about the two of them flying to Paris during the Berlin Film Festival.

But the answer he heard was another very sweet one.

"Going to Paris is something you, the future son-in-law, should take the initiative to worry about.

As for my concern about going to the film festival? Who told you not to take me with you when you went to Berlin to attend the film festival and win awards the first two times?"

Liu Yifei sat there, slightly raised her chin, raised her eyebrows at Lin Nan, and then accused him of a "crime"!

"Xixi, God knows! When I won the Silver Bear Award for Best Director for the first time, you were in the crew of "The Return of the Condor Heroes" and we hadn't confirmed our relationship yet;

When I won the Silver Bear Award for Best Director for the second time, you were training in a martial arts school to prepare for the start of "The Forbidden Kingdom". What do you mean I didn't take you with me?"

Lin Nan laughed and cried out in injustice, it was too unfair.

"Humph, I don't care. Anyway, the fact is that I wasn't there and you didn't take me with you."

Miss Liu looked at Lin Nan with a playful expression of "I'm not going to reason with you", and the meaning was very clear, this time I went to Berlin with you in a "special identity"!

How could Lin Nan not see Liu Yifei's arrogant thoughts? He couldn't help laughing and nodded his head to admit his guilt:

"Yeah, blame me. It's my third time to participate in the Berlin International Film Festival, and I just remembered to bring you, my girlfriend and fiancée. This time, with Producer Liu's support, it's definitely not the Silver Bear."

"You've passed the test, hehe..."

Miss Liu's shrewdness has passed, and her face has a silly smile again. She really switches freely.

"Then book a flight on the 2nd, Sissi."

"Okay."

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The film industry has missed Han Sanping for more than 15 months.

Whenever there is an imported blockbuster to be released in the mainland during a big period, everyone especially misses this "mountain eagle" who was once "gnashed" and scolded behind the back by most of his peers in the industry.

Unfortunately, no matter how much he misses it, it's useless. Now it's La Peikang who is in charge.

In January of the Lunar New Year holiday, the first imported blockbuster to be released is "The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies".

When the entire crew of this movie came to China to attend the film press conference and showed great importance, the audience had already been conquered by more than half.

The box office is known without thinking, it will definitely not be bad. And the producers of a number of domestic films can only be angry, speechless and helpless!

In the afternoon, when Lin Nan went out to keep the appointment, Yue Jun from the company was also meeting with Lei Jiayin.

On this floor of Shanhai Media, only a few artists and their logistics teams usually come.

At this time, Lei Jiayin was sitting slightly awkwardly in the office, next to his agent, and opposite to him was Yue Jun, who was in charge of the entire Shanhai Media business.

"Director Yue, are we talking about my contract today?"

Lei Jiayin asked knowingly, but he had to ask knowingly. Because he was actually very nervous inside, and he just used this to cover it up.

"Well, that's right, you only have two months left on your contract. I won't beat around the bush..."

Both the manager and Lei Jiayin looked at Yue Jun, their hearts beating.

“There are three development models for actors and actresses in the film and television industry.

The first is to be a pure actor and sign with a film and television company or an agency;

Second, open a studio or company and work alone, like Zhu Yawen, Shu Chang, and Yang Mi;

Third, the company supports artists to open studios under the company’s name. Of course, in this model, the two parties have a cooperative relationship, and the company has to hold shares. "

After Yue Jun finished speaking, he looked at Lei Jiayin.

The latter had a vague suspicion in his mind that the company did not want him to choose the first option, or in other words, the company did not want to renew the contract and asked him to choose between the latter two!

"You also know the current environment. Film remuneration is constantly rising...you will earn more..."

Listening to what Yue Jun added, Lei Jiayin's mind was spinning rapidly. Has the company made up its mind and wants him to start his own business? !

"Director Yue, will they take this step after their contracts expire?"

"Yeah. Director Lin said that he doesn't even rule out discussing this matter in advance."

Hearing this, Lei Jiayin swallowed.

Choosing the second option, that is, you are your own boss, is the most profitable of the three options. But the third kind...

"Director Yue, I've thought about it..."

"Okay, let's do this. Director Lin's words should be kept secret from the other people."

"Director Yue, we understand."

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Not to mention, Wang Baoqiang looks quite the same when he wears black-rimmed glasses.

Lin Nan went to Wang Baoqiang's appointment, and the latter invited him to have afternoon tea; as for what was going on, he knew what was going on.

"Tell me about it. Yue Jun called me, but he just briefly told me about you."

Wang Baoqiang was a little embarrassed, but he still spoke.

"Director Lin, the company received other announcements for me before, which conflicted with the recording of the second season of "Running Man"..."

""Running Man" is recorded and broadcast at the same time. If there is still a conflict, then it seems that you are very busy with another announcement?"

Lin Nan analyzed, and then added: "It's okay, an actor with pursuits really shouldn't stay in variety shows."

He still admires Wang Baoqiang, an actor with a grassroots background, who is also a good person.

Wang Baoqiang's expression was a little embarrassed:

"Director Lin, actually, there is actually a variety show there. It is a variety show with a military flavor, and troops are involved. Food, accommodation, and recording are all in the troops, and you are not allowed to leave during the period.

I will join the army at the beginning of February and will not be released until the end of March... I can’t say the name of the variety show, I signed a confidentiality contract... and the second season of "Running Man" is scheduled to start recording in early March..."

Lin Nan was stunned for a moment, then nodded.

With Wang Baoqiang's character, he would indeed prefer this kind of "tough guy" style variety show. After all, his famous work is "Soldier Assault".

Lin Nan knew better than to force this kind of thing, "Okay, I respect your choice. It's just that we have to find someone to replace you within a month and a half."

Suddenly, Director Lin remembered another serious matter, "Are you still scheduled after the recording of your variety show?"

For a moment, Wang Baoqiang's eyes widened, and his tone was quite excited: "Are you, are you, Director Lin?"

"There is a movie that may start filming in April. I need a leading actor, haha..."

"I, I, no problem, you are here when you call. Even if there is another contract, I will terminate the contract immediately and pay liquidated damages..."

"Well, let's wait until you come back at the end of March and come to the company to discuss it."

"Don't worry, it's absolutely fine. Thank you, Director Lin, thank you..."

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At the end of August last year, Wanda announced that it would release "One Step Away" produced by Yi Lehu Pictures with a guaranteed box office of 1 billion yuan.

LeTV Pictures decisively withdrew "Rogue Detective" from the Lunar New Year schedule on December 18, and rescheduled it to January 16.

The purpose of this move is very clear, which is to avoid "One Step Away", which will definitely receive special attention from Wanda Cinemas in the film schedule.

But at this moment, I have indeed avoided "One Step Away", but I am not living up to expectations, and I have to rush to the street when I should. 4.86 million on the first day was extremely bad.

First, "One Step Away" and then "Rogue Detective", two movies that were favored by "big data", both failed, which caused great confusion in the industry.

Sometimes, I have to admire the people on the Internet. After some analysis on the Internet, they came to a conclusion for everyone:

"Big Data" has done everything it needs to do, and what if the movie still sucks? That is entirely a problem of the director and the script, and a problem of "software". The hardware of "big data" does not take the blame!

Not to mention, this view is really convincing! Many people in the industry think it makes sense. "One Step Away" was made by Jiang Wenpiao, and "Rogue Detective" was caused by a problem with the director's quality...

Lin Nan, who was looking at the film and television information, felt that the industry was probably hopeless, because everyone had already begun to convince themselves? !

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