That year Huayu

Although he came once last year, Lin Nan was still very touched when he visited the town of Cannes again.

This is indeed a grand gathering for filmmakers from all over the world. You can see movie posters everywhere, and most of them are new movies within the past year.

"Director Lin, Director Ning, it won't be long before someone comes to invite you."

"Huh? Who are you talking about?"

Lin Nan looked at Jiang Yuerou and asked in confusion.

"There are more directors coming from China this year. I heard that Director Chen Kaige and others intend to organize a party. Well, a team of Chinese filmmakers, and a Chinese movie night later."

"He is indeed a great director who holds the Palme d'Or. When he comes to Cannes, he naturally becomes the leader!"

Ning Hao looked astonished and a bit strange.

"Okay, we'll talk about it then. Let's go fill our stomachs first."

Lin Nan doesn't dislike Chen Kaige's gathering. It's a good thing for domestic filmmakers to unite a little outside.

"I've already made a reservation for the restaurant, Chinese food, we can go there now."

"Well, let's go then."

The arrival of every well-known director cannot escape the media's attention.

Soon, some people received the news. Golden Lion director and last year's winner of the Jury Prize, Lin Nan, has arrived.

"Later, Director Lin will be invited to attend the press conference of "Twelve Zodiac Signs"..."

"For the press conference of the new film, call them both."

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Over the course of a meal, Lin Nan finally realized how large a proportion of Chinese-speaking filmmakers are in this Nasdaq Film Festival.

They all met several Chinese film crews in the restaurant.

"Director Lin, "Passengers" didn't notify me?" Liu Dehua smiled.

"It's just a copyright transaction, it doesn't require so much labor and effort."

"That won't work. After the opening ceremony, I will definitely find time to help at the booth. After all, I am also the starring role."

Liu Dehua said matter-of-factly, very formally.

"That's okay. By the way, I also want to congratulate Brother Hua on making the tiles."

"Haha, thank you, Director Lin."

When Liu Dehua mentioned this, the smile on his face became even brighter, almost overflowing.

Soon, the group parted ways.

Ning Hao went to meet Zhong Lifang, while Lin Nan went to find someone from China Film.

He still wants to check the movie's promotion status, but the screening of the movie still has to wait until after the opening ceremony.

The background of "Genius Gunslinger" is the SAT exam. Lin Nan feels that the North American copyright this time should not be low. He is looking forward to those big companies.

As Jiang Yuerou said, Chen Kaige's call came in the afternoon.

"Lin Nan, don't forget the Chinese movie night after the opening ceremony.

All production companies, crews, directors, actors and artists from China will attend without exception. "

"I know Director Chen. When the time comes, I will attend on time."

Lin Nan chatted with Chen Kaige for a few words and then hung up.

Immediately afterwards, Jackie Chan's invitation, Jiang Wen's phone call, Jia Zhangke's greetings... came in a swarm.

"We haven't even started getting down to business yet, but we've already lined up for the entertainment, haha..."

Lin Nan smiled, shook his head and muttered something.

That is to say, everyone knew that he came alone and didn't have much to do, so they all came to invite him.

Whenever Lin Nan takes Liu Yifei with him, apart from his own business, he will definitely spend the rest of his time with Miss Liu. How can I have so much interest in attending these dispensable activities?

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Lin Nan spent half the afternoon in the film exhibition area and met many film producers.

It can be seen that many film producers are very interested in "Passengers" and "The Gunslinger" and actively ask for tickets for the screenings.

The fireworks show at night made the sky above Cannes extremely bright.

Lin Nan had nothing to do, so he was invited to attend a cocktail party held by Jiang Wen.

"Director Lin is here, welcome with applause!"

As soon as he entered the door, he heard Jiang Wen roar. From the look of it, he was obviously drunk.

A group of people greeted each other with laughter, and Ning Hao raised his glass from afar.

Lin Nan took a quick glance and saw that there were quite a few people from China. Wang Zhonglei, Yu Dong, Zhang Ziyi and others were all there, as well as some filmmakers from Hong Kong Island.

"I heard that Director Jiang will announce the new film plan tomorrow. Is this because the script was produced without any announcement?"

Lin Nan and the people around him nodded in greeting, approached and joked.

"Hi, yes, the script is ready and I wrote it myself. It will be announced together with the concept poster tomorrow. The booth this time is bigger than "Let the Bullets Fly"!"

Jiang Wen handed Lin Nan a glass of red wine and burped.

"But I estimate that it will take a year or half a year of preparation before it can be started..."

Lin Nan knew Jiang Wen's habits. Making a movie was a waste of time and money for investors.

"Have you decided on the actors?"

When Lin Nan asked this question, many people around him pricked up their ears.

It’s not like no one asked before and was making up their mind, but Jiang Wen couldn’t get enough of it from beginning to end.

"Are you coming? If you come, I can change the script, haha..."

Hearing this, Lin Nan understood. Jiang Wen probably had some concerns about the casting.

"I'm not cheap..."

"It's expensive, so I won't have to change the script." Jiang Wen joked while borrowing the donkey from the slope.

Many actors nearby also heard the meaning behind the two men's words, and no longer had any hope for Jiang Wen's movie.

As for investing? Wang Zhonglei and Yu Dong both knew that Jiang Wen would not give them this opportunity.

The latter has its own production company and Ying Huang as an ally, so outsiders cannot get involved.

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The next morning, the atmosphere in Cannes reached its peak, because today, the film festival officially opened.

"The movie screening can begin. Let me inform China Film Group that the number of "Passengers" must not exceed five. Someone must be watching the scene to prevent it from being recorded."

"In addition, the screenings of "The Gunslinger" and "Passengers" are staggered. There is only one screening every day, and only one movie is shown, so that our people can also watch..."

Lin Nan warned Jiang Yuanrou carefully, and the latter nodded in agreement.

"Well, I'll have someone do it later."

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While various crews, actors and stars were preparing for the red carpet in the afternoon, Lin Nan was attending the press conference of Jiang Wenxin's movie.

On the huge concept poster, there are two upside-down top hats, and between the top hats are two flying golden bullet coins.

"Jiang Wen's film work: "One Step Away"!"

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Jackie Chan's movies seem to never lack beauties.

The trailer press conference of "Zodiac" was also a highly watched event in Cannes, simply because of Jackie Chan's huge influence in the international film industry.

"I will not retire, but this is indeed my last large-scale, pure action film. I will reduce my action scenes in the future. After all, I am getting older..."

Regardless of whether Jackie Chan's words are true or false, or whether they are hype, after he said them, they had a considerable impact and the media was a little restless. Jackie Chan is a well-known international superstar, an action movie superstar!

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"My movie has been scheduled for the Lunar New Year and will be announced after I return to China."

"Is it the Lunar New Year period?"

Hearing Jackie Chan's words, Lin Nan nodded, there are many opponents in "囧". Huayi seems to have a lot of movies in the Lunar New Year festival this year.

The opening ceremony was being held over there, but Lin Nan was scanning movies in the exhibition area.

Even though I'm here, I at least want to see if there are any good movies that I can buy.

"Gong Li red carpet, white dress with backless..."

"Zhang Ziyi and Zhang Baizhi competed in beauty on the red carpet. The two refuted rumors of discord..."

"The Huayi team made a high-profile appearance, and Wang Zhonglei announced that director Feng Xiaogang is preparing his next movie and will return to comedy again..."

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In the blink of an eye, three days passed.

Lin Nan received many offers for "Passengers" and "Genius".

As he expected, the price quoted for the rights to "Passengers" was within his expectations and was very good, but far inferior to that of "The Gunslinger".

The latter is more attractive because it is infinitely close to reality, and the plot rhythm is tense and exciting, and the bidding from film studios is fierce.

"It has been four days since the opening ceremony. The highest bids from several regions of China Film Group have exceeded $50 million. The deputy director is asking, do you want to take action?"

"Europe and the United States combined have exceeded 50 million US dollars?" Lin Nan asked softly.

"Yes."

"The five shows haven't finished yet, why are you anxious? China Film is responsible for the copyright of "Passengers". They have a lot of things to do, and they have to wait until the closing ceremony before they can go back.

They just need to sign the contract before returning to the country, so they can wait and see if there is a higher price. "

Jiang Yanrou nodded, "That's what I mean too, they are a little excited."

This is true. China Film is the leader in the country, but in the external copyright trading market, it rarely has a brilliant record, and the few times it has something to do with Lin Nan.

Compared to "Passengers", Lin Nan is more concerned about his and Liu Yifei's movie.

"Where's The Genius Gunfighter?"

As soon as Lin Nan asked this question, Jiang Yuerou could not restrain her excited smile.

"Okay, very good. It's already over 70 million dollars, and there are still many film producers who are bidding..."

"Seventy million dollars?"

Lin Nan muttered softly, this number has already set a new record for his movie copyright transactions.

"Yes, especially the bidding from North American film studios is the most intense."

"Keep waiting. It seems that I have to stay until the closing ceremony again this time, but it's worth it!"

Lin Nan's tone of voice was also a little excited.

There are only two producers of "Genius Gunslinger", he and Liu Yifei, no outsiders!

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Cannes Film Festival, Chinese Film Night.

This is an official event at the film festival.

Chen Kaige is the host and is officially recognized in China. Who lets others have the Palme d'Or?

Just like what he said when he called Lin Nan before, all the filmmakers, actors and stars from China are here, and there is no shortage of them.

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"Director Chen's "Search" sold for a lot of money."

As soon as Lin Nan said hello to Gong Li and dealt with Zhang Ziyi, Gao Yuanyuan and others, Ning Hao came over.

"How many?"

Lin Nan asked curiously.

No wonder tonight, Chen Kaige and Chen Hong are completely approachable and their relationship is in a good mood!

"More than 10 million US dollars, probably less than 15 million US dollars... The big director still has to sell the copyright!"

Ning Hao said sourly. Someone asked this just now, and Chen Hong said it happily.

"That's really profitable! It's a realistic movie, not a commercial film."

Lin Nan remembered that the domestic cost of "Search" was only 40 million, which is equivalent to less than 7 million U.S. dollars.

"What about you? You and Zhong Lifang must have met a lot of film producers these days, right?"

Hearing Lin Nan's words, Ning Hao felt a little downcast for a moment, "Comparing people with others will lead to death, and comparing goods with goods will lead to throwing away."

"You've suddenly become sentimental. Tell me, how much?"

"$3.11 million, your name played a big role."

Ning Hao raised his eyelids and sighed.

"It's good to make money. When you get a big prize, you'll be able to get away with it."

"In my dreams, I often win awards."

After Ning Hao finished speaking, he suddenly came to his senses and stared at Lin Nan.

"It seems that your two movies are still being screened? With your personality, you are definitely waiting for a higher price! Tell me, how much is it now?"

Seeing Ning Hao's eagerness to know, Lin Nan shook his head.

"You'd better not ask."

"What's the meaning?"

"Afraid of hitting you."

"Fuck me!"

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