That year Huayu

Just one night later, the news that Lin Nan and the theaters had signed a gambling agreement again spread throughout the film and television circles.

"Lin Nan Pictures signed a book-sharing and betting agreement with domestic theater companies yesterday regarding the box office of "The Genius Gunfighter"."

"This gambling model is the same as that of "Pacific Rim". Director Lin Nan is targeting a box office of over 1 billion..."

After receiving the news, many production companies were a little envious, because Lin Nan's book-sharing and betting agreement only benefited the producers.

Each film company immediately had its own thoughts.

"Can we borrow his account sharing model and use it on the company's own movies?"

Companies with big directors and big-budget films, such as Huayi, Bona, and SMI, responded immediately.

Wang Zhongjun tapped his fingers on the table and asked Wang Zhonglei and Feng Xiaogang.

"I can give it a try. It won't be a loss anyway. But I just don't know if the theater chain will agree?"

Feng Xiaogang said in a deep voice. When it comes to interests, he is more rational than anyone else.

"Find a few more companies, especially those with blockbusters this year, and go together. We don't have high requirements, we just aim for Lin Nan's treatment."

"good."

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A small number of media have already reported the copyright transaction value of "The Genius" online. Not surprisingly, they all got the news from the theater company.

Some reporters called Lin Nan Pictures. Jiang Yuerou did not hide it and immediately announced it on the company's Weibo.

"Many people are confused as to why Director Lin is so confident in "The Gunslinger" and why the theaters agreed to make a bet on it."

"The reason is simple, this movie is great! Its copyright transaction amount in Cannes was: US$83.65 million."

"Furthermore, Director Lin is one of the few directors in China who is qualified to ask theaters to accept gambling requirements. He is the current box office record holder for domestic movies, "The Thief", 901 million..."

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The rumors on the Internet were confirmed, the copyright was really sold for 83.65 million US dollars!

The entire film and television industry was in an uproar.

Whether they are in the production industry, entertainment companies, or actors and actresses in the industry, everyone was shocked.

This kind of profit scale and speed is beyond description. There is no other feeling except envy and bitterness.

No wonder Lin Nan Pictures has repeatedly stated that it will not consider accepting investment. Yes, only a fool would do this!

By this time, the topic of "Genius Gunslinger" has been completely reached, and the publicity effect is approaching maximum.

Lin Nan was answering the phone. Han Sanping, Wang Changtian and others were all joking, saying that Lin Nan was unreasonable.

"The profits made by Raytheon in one year are not as much as the copyright income from one of your movies! By the way, give me the distribution of "囧"."

"Okay. I'm afraid you have the last words to say, right?"

"You guessed it right, haha..."

Lin Nan and his company's Weibo have been filled with flattery, compliments and congratulations from insiders, as well as netizens and audiences' expectations for the movie.

Of course, there are also a few that are yin and yang.

Liu Yifei's side was also very lively.

"Producer Liu is advised to keep a close eye on your director Lin. There are many coquettish bitches in the entertainment industry..."

"I would like to ask, how much money will Yifei get? If I remember correctly, Red Star Wu is also the producer."

"I'm curious, how much assets does Director Lin have now? Forbes and Hurun are really weak!"

…

Lin Nan felt a little embarrassed at this moment.

Because the film bureau actually issued an article praising the good results achieved by "The Genius" in Cannes, and the wording was high-end, elegant, and well-organized.

But translated into vernacular, it might be a bit tacky: Let’s make more good movies, sell more copyrights, and earn more dollars and euros...

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Before I knew it, June’s films had also started to be released.

In May, "Men in Black 3" had a box office revenue of 400 million, with a daily revenue of over 10 million. At this time, movies such as "Madagascar 3" also followed suit, and imported films were still strong.

Domestic films seem to be waiting for "The Four Famous Catchers" to kick off the summer season.

“How about those advertising endorsements?”

Lin Nan saw Zhao Liying returning to the company.

"It's really generous. Thank you, Director Lin, for your concern."

It can be seen that what Zhao Liying said was very sincere and not adulterated.

This bun face is quite approachable.

"Then you are coming back today?"

"I'll come back to talk to Director Jiang about the contract for "Four Famous Catchers 2", and then I'll start promoting it with Director Chen and the others..."

Lin Nan remembered that Wang Changtian said that when the first part is released, the second part will be ready to start.

"Well, you go ahead."

Lin Nan nodded and didn't ask any more questions, but Zhao Liying looked a little hesitant.

"Director Lin, I heard that the company provides financial assistance and benefits to artists?

Hearing this, Lin Nan couldn't help but smile. Zhao Liying asked quite tactfully, "I heard"!

The company does have this problem, and it was Lin Nan who got the inspiration from Yue Jun.

But there are only 5 artists in total. Yang Mi and Zhang Yi have been in the industry for so long and have accumulated savings. Reba is a newcomer, and Lei Jiayin has never mentioned it.

Speaking of which, Zhao Liying was the first to ask about this matter.

"With this benefit, do you need money?" Lin Nan asked softly.

Zhao Liying nodded seriously, "I think I bought the house..."

Living in the capital is not easy! Lin Nan understood now.

Zhao Liying had made great plans and had only signed a contract with Shanhai Media for a year, but this year gave her hope.

Previously, with Huayi, with her status, she could only think about buying a house in the capital in her dreams.

You know, Lian Yuejun bought the villa only after he had been the housekeeper of Lin Nan Pictures for two or three years.

"Is this why you met Director Jiang?"

"um, yes."

"Then go ahead. The company has this benefit for artists, which is equivalent to overdrawing part of your future salary and endorsement remuneration in advance, interest-free."

Zhao Liying's contract is for eight years, and she is only a direct descendant of the company. These are all trivial matters.

"Thank you, Director Lin."

After hearing Lin Nan's words, Zhao Liying was obviously a little excited. This means that her purpose of coming back today has been achieved.

Watching Zhao Liying walk away, Lin Nan felt a little bit. People from lower-class families often have simple ideas and are courageous when necessary.

In the flash of lightning, a thought came to Lin Nan's mind. He thought Zhao Liying and Wang Baoqiang were somewhat similar? !

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The next day, Lin Nan, Liu Yifei and others started the second round of movie promotion again.

This time, we still start from the capital, Zhongxi.

The number of performance students recruited here every year is basically more than that of Nortel, and the teaching is more rigorous.

Even for Grade 12, which starts in three months, some of them have already arrived and started working hard.

In terms of the number of people and formations at the scene, it was even more exaggerated than at the theater. Many students who had already graduated and who had officially graduated half a month later came.

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"Maybe everyone loves art, but no one can refuse the big screen, let alone you, the youngest Golden Lion director and a leading commercial film director."

A director of a Chinese drama was chatting and laughing with Lin Nan.

"Art will eventually go to the market, and high-mindedness cannot last long."

After the promotion, Lin Nan, Liu Yifei and others were stayed by the performance department and had a meal.

In recent years, with the rapid development of the film and television industry, China National Theater has changed a lot. The previous routine made our students suffer a lot when they went out to compete.

Several people from Nortel, Shanghai Theater and Foreign Languages ​​School were warmly received by China Theater, which was indeed a bit awkward.

Lin Nan was pulled to introduce many students who had graduated and were currently in school. According to the Chinese opera teacher, these were young students with very good acting skills.

Anyway, Lin Nan has never heard this kind of words from a teacher in the Nortel Performance Department. Maybe it’s because he doesn’t have the confidence, right?

"This is Song Yi. He was admitted to the People's Art School right after graduation. It has been almost two years. He often goes back to school to rehearse plays."

"Lan Yingying, she just entered the People's Art Examination with first place last month..."

…

Lin Nan and Liu Yifei responded "Hello, Director Lin" and "Hello, Producer Liu", but they were actually a little bit dumbfounded in their hearts.

Good guy, none of the actors we pulled over were famous actors, but they were all organized.

Either from the People's Arts, or from the National Theater or Youth Theater, it's a bit showy!

"There are many excellent actors in Chinese opera. Director Lin Nan or his company will have movies in the future. Please give them a chance..."

"Okay, I can audition if I have a chance."

…

After leaving Zhongxi, Lin Nan and others felt a lot more relaxed.

"In terms of professional ability, Chinese Opera is indeed better than the students from the Nortel Performance Department. Although the performance here has become a bit looser in recent years, the performance at Nortel is even worse."

Lin Nan couldn't help but complained.

"In a few days, I will go back to school to promote. I hope Director Lin can say what I just said out loud."

Zhu Yawen and Luo Jin joked maliciously, but Lin Nan ignored them and went back to their respective homes.

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at dusk.

"Come and see, Huayi and the others are inviting theaters to discuss box office betting. Even the betting ratio will be copied from our "Genius Gunslinger"..."

Liu Yifei was dressed in home clothes, followed by two honor guards, and ran to Lin Nan's side.

The latter had just come out of the shower, wearing only big pants, and hugged him over.

"Let me see."

The news is reporting that Huayi, together with companies such as Bona and SMI, followed Lin Nan’s lead a few days ago and sent invitations to theaters.

“Today, companies such as Huayi followed Lin Nan Pictures’ lead and negotiated with theaters.

We strive to allow films such as "1942", "Zodiac" and "Blood Drops" to get the same betting ratio as "The Genius"..."

"The specific outcome of the negotiations is currently unknown."

…

After a few minutes, Lin Nan finished reading.

How to put it, he thinks the ideas of people like Wang Zhonglei are good, but they may not succeed.

When a movie signs a betting agreement, the theaters will actually help a little bit, such as arranging the film, because this is a win-win result.

Only when a movie is really likely to complete the gambling agreement will it be favored and supported by the theaters. Not every movie can do this.

Lin Nan dared to speak because the box office of "Thieves" was as high as 901 million. He has this strength, and that's why the theaters are willing to trust him.

Everyone in the industry is paying attention to the news of several Huayi companies, but looking at the situation, we have to wait until tomorrow at least.

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The next morning, it was exactly as Lin Nan thought.

Several companies, including Huayi, Bona, and StarMedia, have broken down their negotiations with the eight major cinema chain companies.

To be precise, the theater chain rejected the request of Wang Zhonglei and others. In the theater chain's view, those movies were not worthy of their signing and betting.

Even the official announcement has come out;

"After unanimous negotiation between our theaters, films such as "1942" and "Zodiac" do not have the conditions to sign the same book-sharing and betting agreement as "The Genius".

"Because according to the agreement, if the movie box office exceeds 800 million, the account sharing ratio will be changed from 43% to 44.5%, and there will be a substantial change in the account sharing ratio.

Looking at the past box office results of several directors, the highest box office of "Earthquake" was only 673 million, far less than 800 million. Therefore, there is no need for the two parties to sign a gambling agreement..."

This announcement issued by Dadi Cinemas on behalf of all theaters is like a slap in the face of Huayi and other companies and several big directors. It is very loud and embarrassing!

"According to what they said, Lin Nan is the only one left in the country!"

"If the box office was high in the past, does it mean it will be high this time? If foreign copyrights are sold at high prices, then the domestic box office must be good?"

…

Feng Xiaogang shouted angrily in Wang Zhonglei's office at the top of his voice, with uncontrollable anger on his face.

"There's nothing we can do. If the theaters don't let go, we'll have to wait until the time comes to slap them in the face with the box office. We'll do a good job of publicity this time, and we'll have to cross at least 800 million. Let's show these people..."

Wang Zonglei said sharply.

Before, everyone was thinking that the requirements were not high, just being on par with "Genius Gunslinger". Who knew that they would be rejected forcefully?

"When the time comes, I will personally lead the team and conduct a nationwide roadshow. This time, I will go for more than 1 billion. I still don't believe it..."

Feng Xiaogang cursed and said that he was very angry at being slapped in the face openly by the theater this time.

Although he is not the only director named.

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