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After some testing, everyone figured out what Lin Nan meant. They wouldn't be able to get "The Conjuring" this time, but Lionsgate would definitely still have the best chance in the future.

"Tom, you can tell me a little bit. I'm going back to China."

Lin Nan was ready to take the initiative.

"Okay, Lin. I understand what you mean."

Tom was a shrewd man and understood Lin Nan's intention immediately.

The next day, Tom came to see Lin Nan excitedly and said that someone had contacted him and wanted to make an appointment with Lin Nan.

At the same time, Lions Gate also heard some rumors.

"New Line? Which of Lin's works are they interested in?"

I can’t help but think that Lionsgate is not serious. New Line, like Lionsgate, is an independent film company, and the fields they cover have a high degree of overlap.

New Line's main business at the beginning was distribution, focusing on European and local low-cost horror films. Later, it entered production and began to invest in horror films.

It was previously acquired by Warner, but retained its independent rights to operate films, and is now a powerful film company.

"James, you can ask Lin Nan appropriately, as long as it's not the script we like."

A vice president of Lions Gate told Wen Ziren.

"I'll ask."

…

"New Line Cinema?"

The name sounded familiar to Lin Nan, but there were so many independent film companies in Hollywood that he couldn't remember it for a while.

"If they want to see me, make an appointment."

Lin Nan decided to meet, and he also guessed which script the other party was interested in.

"New Line Cinema? New Line Cinema!"

After Tom left, Lin Nan kept saying it several times, and finally realized it suddenly.

"'The Butterfly Effect', 'The Deathly Hallows', and most importantly Jackie Chan's 'Rush Hour' series!"

Lin Nan thought of this film company. It was rare for a Chinese to own a series in Hollywood and star in it.

Jackie Chan's "Rush Hour" is the series that established his international status and was produced by New Line Cinema.

At this moment, Lin Nan seemed to have guessed what they wanted.

Sunny afternoon.

Lin Nan didn't expect people from New Line to be so straightforward and directly invite him to meet at the beach in Santa Monica. Doesn't this count as eye drops for Lions Gate?

"Lin, the script of "Dead Silence" is great. Lionsgate is making a lot of money this time. Our business department predicts that it will earn a global box office of about 100 million, and the cost is less than 3 million. It is a surprise."

"Thank you, I think it's better for us to get down to business."

Lin Nan took a sip of coffee and glanced at the beach in the distance.

"Of course. We wanted Journey to the Center of the Earth, and you got the rights to the novel and you wrote the script really well.

We plan to make a 3D series of movies based on the version from decades ago. It is the most suitable and will be successful just like Jackie's "Rush Hour". "

The middle-aged foreigner at New Line was chatting away, mentioning Jackie Chan and "Rush Hour" in passing.

Lin Nan knew that the second half of his sentence was completely ploy.

"But I can't be as easy to talk to as the first time I talked with Lions Gate. Because Lions Gate was the first, I only wanted a 20% share. Only the first person who is willing to take the risk can get the most. delicious food."

The other party seemed to have guessed Lin Nan's attitude, "Then tell me your request."

"I want 40% of the investment and two more roles." Lin Nan said.

The other party raised his eyelids and showed a meaningful smile.

"Lin, you should understand that this is Hollywood, you are too greedy..."

Lin Nan leaned forward and leaned on the sofa.

"Journey to the Center of the Earth is different from Dead Silence in that it can be released in more regions..."

The people from New Line were stunned for a moment and smiled helplessly, "You are right, but how can you guarantee that it can be released in your place?"

"You've been shaken, haven't you? I can't afford a 40% investment in this kind of production."

Lin Nan smiled.

"Lin, it seems that you were already prepared before meeting me. In your words, you have everything in mind, right?

I need to go back and report your request to the company and give you a final reply, but I estimate that even if I agree, it won’t be 40% of what you want. "

The person from the new line stretched out his hand, and Lin Nan took it.

"I hope you can bring me good news."

"Goodbye."

………

The independent film industry has several obvious advantages over the traditional eight major film circles. It is purer, more tolerant, less exclusive, and more accepting of foreigners.

Although New Line Cinema belongs to the Time Warner Group, for some reasons, it is still involved in the independent film industry.

"Lin, how was your talk?"

Tom came up and asked the person who was sending off the new line.

"He said he needed to go back and report to the company."

"James Wan wants to know why New Line is looking for you." Tom said again.

"Please help me reply to him. It's not the scripts that Lions Gate is interested in."

Lin Nan knew what Wen Ziren and Shimen were worried about.

"Before New Line replies to my message, don't contact other companies. It's best to delay their contact with you." Lin Nan added.

"But it can't be delayed for a few days. I already said that you would return to China soon. Wouldn't this be contradictory?" Tom reminded.

"If it doesn't take that long, a day or two at most, the new line won't hold me back."

"That's no problem."

…

Lin Nan didn't want to look at the box office data sent by China Film Group anymore. He could only say that it was miserable. The number increased by hundreds of thousands every day, which made him panic.

Not long after, Lin Nan saw the person from the new line again, and this time there were two more people, one male and one female.

"Lin, you have won. The market behind you is too tempting."

"Thank you, you are an honest filmmaker." Lin Nan smiled.

"Don't be happy yet, the company does not agree with what you said, come and listen to our latest plan.

We plan to use this film completely in digital 3D form. The initial budget is 60 million US dollars, and the investment amount can only give you 30% at most. You will have one character other than the male protagonist, and the screenwriting fee will be divided according to the box office share. "

"Just the first one?" Lin Nan asked back.

"Yes, based on the results of the first one, and the rest, the copyright of the novel belongs to you anyway."

Lin Nan thought for a moment and agreed to the distribution plan.

"I accept this plan. I want the role of the female guide."

Lin Nan stretched out his hand and said.

"Lin, I wish us happy cooperation."

The three of them shook hands with Lin Nan one by one, with smiles on their faces.

…………

This kind of movie generally doesn't require much effort in shooting. The most important work is post-production special effects and 3D effects.

Lin Nan gave some suggestions of his own, it is best not to just produce one 3D format.

If you want to consider a global release, for the sake of box office, you have to consider places where there are no 3D theaters. New Line said it will carefully consider this issue.

Science fiction films have always been relatively expensive, and the production costs are quite high. Being able to give Lin Nan 30% of the investment and a share of the screenwriter's share is already a huge concession.

Even if it was 30%, it was still a huge amount of money. Lin Nan never thought of paying for it himself from the beginning. He could definitely take it back as a "favor", and any premium favor was also a favor.

According to New Line's requirements, Lin Nan must have 30% of the funds ready by New Year's Day next year, which is December this year at the latest.

There is still plenty of time. At the same time, the actors for the female guide must be determined. When the crew is ready, they will be notified at any time to start filming.

"Tom, you don't have to drag those companies around for me anymore. I will go back after signing the contract with New Line."

"That's what I guessed."

Tom complained.

Lin Nan smiled and said, "When Lionsgate settles my share, I will definitely give you a bonus."

"Oh, you look so handsome when you say that."

…

The day after signing the contract, Lin Nan got on the plane and headed back to China.

This time I specially bought an early morning flight, thinking that I would get rid of the jet lag on the plane, and it would be the morning when I got back.

Domestic time, at around 9 a.m. on the 10th, Lin Nan arrived at the Capital Airport.

Lin Nan was packed tightly and got into a car.

"I said you were shameless enough to give me a day's notice to pick you up."

Zhu Yawen was chattering while starting the car.

"I committed a thief last night. At this point, the circles under my eyes are still so dark?" Lin Nan asked back.

"I participated in an event and didn't sleep for a few hours." Zhu Yawen said angrily.

"Okay, okay, let's drive, I'll treat you to breakfast." Lin Nan waved his hand and said with a smile.

"Okay, let's go to the private kitchen."

Zhu Yawen changed her tone instantly and was ready to kill the big family.

"Okay, just private kitchen dishes. I've been eating Western food for the past ten days or so."

Lin Nan smacked her lips and missed Chinese food very much.

At the dinner table, the two of them chatted while eating.

"The daily box office of "Into the Dust" is quite stable now, 7 to 8 million, for several days." Zhu Yawen muttered.

"I know, that's it, I don't expect it to get much box office."

"You've been here for a long time this time. "Dead Silence" has spread. Especially after the box office came out three days ago, there are so many people asking about you."

Zhu Yawen thought of her own experiences these days again.

"Haha, did they ask you for information?"

Lin Nan looked at Zhu Yawen and guessed the scene.

"I'm sure, the atmosphere in the company is so weird right now, Mr. Wang even talked to me specifically, asking about your schedule there.

I'm also curious. You couldn't have been focusing on the box office of "Dead Silence" for the past ten days, right? "

Lin Nan stopped his chopsticks and wiped his mouth, "Lao Zhu, I'm sure this won't be the only thing I'm talking about. We're also talking about a movie."

Zhu Yawen's eyes lit up instantly, "What kind of movie is there a shortage of actors? Is there anyone suitable for me?"

Looking at Zhu Yawen who was a little excited after asking three consecutive questions, Lin Nan shook his head.

"Hey." Zhu Yawenbai was excited.

"It's really not suitable for you. It's a science-fiction novel, "Journey to the Center of the Earth," where the uncle and nephew add a female guide, and New Line Cinema is the director. Which one do you think you're suitable for?

That uncle is definitely not good. He has to be a European and American actor. Do you want to play the role of a female guide? "

Lin Nan teased.

Zhu Yawen's eyes suddenly widened, "You can't really decide on the female guide role you mentioned, can you?"

"Hahaha, you're right." Lin Nan smiled and nodded.

"I originally wanted two characters, but New Line only agreed to give one, so I asked for the female guide, who is considered one of the protagonists. She can be written as an Asian.

The amount of investment I required has also been cut down, but fortunately my screenwriting fee can be shared with the box office. "

Lin Nan was talking and Zhu Yawen was listening. The latter's brain was buzzing with the words "investment amount".

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