That year Huayu

It’s around 7 a.m. at Los Angeles Airport.

Lin Nan looked at Li An and his companions and didn't know what to say. What a coincidence.

It's just two well-known directors returning on the same flight. Isn't this a bit too conspicuous and ostentatious?

Once they landed at the Capital Airport, no need to think too much, the two of them would definitely be surrounded by media reporters.

It’s easy to understand Director Lin’s return to China, but what about you, Li An? It's obviously awards season, but you actually came to the mainland? Well, there must be something important!

"Director Li, you seem to be in a hurry for this movie project."

I just gave him a "good" idea the day before yesterday. I didn't expect that Li An couldn't wait to return to China today. The schedule was too tight, right?

Lin Nan was speechless and said hello with a smile on his face.

"It's better to do it sooner rather than later. It's been half a year since the script was ready, and I've been looking for investment for four or five months. I can't delay it any longer."

Li An was in a good mood. Lin Nan's words made more sense the more he thought about them.

The mainland's film and television industry has grown and developed wildly in recent years.

The influx of large amounts of hot money has created a unique capital foundation, coupled with an unparalleled market size.

This has resulted in the mainland film industry never being short of money, only high-quality projects.

In his opinion, Lin Nan was really helpful.

Isn't "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk" the top film project?

Moreover, it is a Hollywood film project directed by him, a two-time Hollywood Best Director, co-produced by Sony, and distributed globally!

Combined with these conditions, major companies in the mainland film industry will definitely flock to it.

"Well, you really have to do it early." Lin Nan agreed.

All he wants to know now is which "good guy" will be the one to provide the $24 million in the end.

…

Domestically, "Peace Wheel (Part 1)" finally died out after four days of receiving a lot of bad reviews from "One Step Away".

The movie was released for 22 days, and the box office stopped at 190 million. It didn't even cross the 200 million box office threshold, which made the industry laugh.

Wu Yusen and this movie have become the annual joke of the entire film and television industry, and it is an "epic joke" that will definitely enter the history of Chinese films!

In addition, another big joke is the famous "Mountain Eagle" in the industry - Han Sanping!

He is the chief producer who single-handedly promoted the entire "Tai Ping Wheel" project, escorting and giving the green light all the way.

As a result, he ended up with the biggest Waterloo of his career!

It is not difficult to predict that if "The Other Shore" is not released, painted, or dusted for a day, he will have to be pulled out from time to time to "whip the corpse." One word, miserable!

The night view of the capital city with bright lights.

Liu Yifei and Shu Chang are attending a fashion dinner, and they can be said to be the focus of the scene.

And many popular actresses and stars in the industry, including those of the same age group, are basically here.

The entertainment industry is a natural fair of fame and fortune, and it is also a place where people can make mistakes and make mistakes.

As direct competitors, the actors can at least chat with each other with smiles on their faces, such as Huang Xiaoming and Deng Chao at this moment.

But this is definitely not the case for female artists where there is competition for resources and the competition is extremely fierce.

Basically, two people will not get closer than three meters.

Even if they are forced to be in the same frame due to the organizers and media, it is done perfunctorily, everyone laughs about it, and there is almost no communication.

"They are really interesting. When they first acted in "Sword and Sword III", they were like real sisters, but now they act like passers-by, tsk tsk."

Shu Chang glanced at the three people in different directions in the distance and teased in a low voice.

Liu Yifei picked up a strawberry and ate it in her mouth, complaining about her best friend: "You are so boring."

She was one of the few people present who sat in her seat and did not go out to socialize.

Because it seems not necessary.

"Yifei, you look even more charming tonight, very beautiful."

Fan Bingbing, with her breasts half exposed and wearing an evening dress, walked by and said hello with a smile.

"The Legend of Wu Mei Niang", which has just been aired for a few days, has kept her in the headlines of film and television entertainment, and she has been in the limelight for a while.

"Thank you, so are you." Miss Liu calmly raised the champagne on the table.

"This, this is too big, isn't it? It's a bit too revealing..."

It wasn't until Fan Bingbing walked away that Shu Chang started muttering again, and Liu Yifei shook her head at her speechlessly.

Many actors and entertainers in the industry passed by here intentionally or unintentionally, and Producer Liu responded again and again.

She felt like she was not here to attend a dinner party today, but rather to be "flattered"?

"Let's go back. I have to get up early to go to the airport tomorrow."

"Lin Nan is coming back?"

Shu Chang's subconscious voice attracted the attention of many people.

"Yifei, Director Lin is back and waiting to receive the award."

"At the Golden Globe Awards ceremony next month, our Producer Liu will be indispensable, haha..."

"Yifei, next time your company has a movie, please take care of it..."

…

There were compliments everywhere, and Liu Yifei kept nodding in greeting with a smile on her face.

Afterwards, she took Shu Chang, accompanied by the organizer's staff, assistants, and bodyguards, and left the scene under the gaze of everyone.

"This is the top capital in the industry. Tonight we stood and entertained all the time, but she can sit there and have everything she wants."

Zeng Jia rambled in Yang Mi's ear.

Yang Mi is also very envious and helpless, but what can she do? Keep fighting! No matter what level of capital you have, you must first enter the circle of capital!

Huang Xiaoming also has something serious to do tonight, for Yang Ying.

"Don't worry. Although it was just established this month, I will help you with the funds, connections, and circles."

"Thank you so much, Brother Xiao Ming. We are confident that we can run the new company well. Both you and the baby are the founders and original shareholders."

Just a week ago, the entire team of Yang Ying Studio jointly formed Taiyang Chuanhe.

This is considered poaching Huayi, but Huang Xiaoming supports it because Huayi no longer pays attention to the artist management business.

The reason why he provided all this help and support for this new company was secondly, but mainly to pave the way for Yang Ying's next departure.

…

It was another 12-hour journey, and Lin Nan was really fed up.

It's not that the quality of sleep is bad, but that I don't sleep long enough.

He listened to Li An talk about new film technologies and equipment for three or four hours. It was boring, boring and tiring.

As a great director, instead of thinking about telling a good story and what kind of story to tell, he is obsessed with new visual technology, 120-frame 4K footage, and breaking tradition.

Understand, this is not your style at all, Li An! Even the technology geek James Cameron is not as whimsical as you!

“It still feels friendly in China!”

Lin Nan got off the plane wearing sunglasses. He looked directly at the low-temperature sunshine in the sky and sighed.

"Director Lin, let's go out first."

Li An wears a cap and a mask, but he is quite low-key. But in Lin Nan's eyes, these disguises were completely useless.

The paparazzi all have dazzling eyes, and they rely on their eyes for food. How can they let you escape?

A group of twelve people just followed the crowd towards the exit.

"When is Director Li going to talk about business?"

Walking side by side among the entourage, Lin Nan asked curiously.

"Contact several big companies this afternoon and start meeting tomorrow."

By this time, Li An was completely confident.

That's right, the domestic culprits have no resistance to factors such as "big directors", "Hollywood", "Oscars" and "global distribution".

It's really a trap...it's the kind of thing that's done as soon as it's talked about, followed by one after another, fighting for it.

Lin Nan and Li An were escorted out of the airport by their respective assistants and bodyguards. When they looked up, they saw a large number of reporters carrying long guns and short cannons.

Three words flashed subconsciously in Director Lin's mind: Is there a mole?

Isn’t the number of reporters a bit excessive? Like they were specifically guarding him and Li An?

Because I have never seen so many people respond so quickly at the same time!

A group of paparazzi were also excited and excited. They didn't expect that while squatting on Lin Nan, they could also squat on Li An? !

In the distance, a BMW.

"Look, you talk so loudly with such a bad mouth. Now Lin Nan is blocked!" Liu Yifei scolded Shu Chang in the back seat.

"Then, let's go there?"

"You can't go there, it will be even more chaotic."

…

Facing dozens of reporters, Lin Nan and Li An finally moved to a spacious place, where an interview was inevitable.

"Director Lin, do you have anything to say about the fact that "The Genius" has been perfectly reproduced in the real-life SAT Asian examination room?"

Li An beside him couldn't help laughing when he heard this question.

Lin Nan shrugged and said funnyly:

"Is it my fault? Why don't you go find Liu Yifei? She was the one cheating in the movie and bringing bad vibes. She needs to be criticized properly. Haha..."

The reporters were stunned. Some of them couldn’t laugh or cry, and they were complaining in their hearts: Are you really not afraid that you will sleep on the sofa after our report comes out?

"Does Director Lin have any further expectations for Berlin? After all, this is the third time you have been shortlisted for the main competition, and the first two times were the Silver Bear Award for Best Director."

Hearing this question, Lin Nan couldn't help but sigh:

"It's a bit stressful. They say that only three things come true. If I come back empty-handed this time, or if I can't even hold on to the Silver Bear Award for Best Director, or even worse, if I get sniped by Jiang Wen, I'll really have no shame in coming back. . Well, to be honest, I’m looking forward to the Golden Bear.”

A group of reporters finally felt comfortable. That’s right!

"Teacher Six feels that "The Return of the Great Sage" produced by Lin Nan Pictures is suspected of tampering with the original work... You know, you can check the film introduction on the official website of the Film Bureau..."

"However, his "Journey to the West" is also far from the original work! I think director Zhang Jizhong's version is closer to the original work."

…

"Director Li An, it's awards season in Hollywood. Do you have any work in the mainland this time?"

Lin Nan looked at Li An, eager to hear what he would answer. You shouldn't say it directly, right? That way the circle will explode.

"There is indeed something serious. Director Lin gave me some advice. I can go to China to find a solution."

"Do you have an assessment of Director Lin Nan's chances of winning the Golden Globe and Oscar?"

"I've seen Manchester By the Sea. It's a great movie. Once you watch it, you'll be infected. It's a big hit this year."

…

Today was one of the few times that Lin Nan was delayed outside the airport for an hour or so.

The media reporters were probably too embarrassed to waste any more time, so they thanked him profusely and returned to their defensive positions.

Lin Nan had already seen Liu Xiaoli's BMW. Needless to say, it must have been driven by Liu Yifei.

When they were about to part ways, Li An suddenly said to Lin Nan:

"Director Lin, I thought about it. China Film may not have the extra resources to help me when I return to China to find investment for the film, but I should still say hello to China Film. After all, they are at the helm of the domestic film industry. Zhe, are you right?"

Lin Nan stood there stunned, silent for a long time. What you say makes sense, and there is no way to refute it because of the wisdom of the world!

"Director Lin?"

"Ah? Hmm... It's time to say hello. Then I wish Director Li the best. I'll go back first."

"Goodbye, Director Lin."

…

"I really have nothing to say. I tried my best. Guys, just wish yourself well."

Lin Nan muttered. Zhongying, Wanda, and light flashed through my mind...

Looking at Li An like this, he is planning to launch a ruthless attack, and even big companies will be looking for him!

Because he finally understood that he was the one taking the initiative and the one making the cake!

"Lin Nan."

Next to the BMW, Liu Yifei threw herself into Lin Nan's arms with a bright face.

But Director Lin was a bit disrespectful and couldn't help "pointing" at Liu Yifei's dress.

"A dark green down jacket with a nightgown underneath, right? Cropped leggings? On such a cold day, you are barefoot and wearing sneakers? You didn't even comb your hair, just tied it in a ponytail? You don't have makeup on, you won't go out without washing your face Come on..."

Liu Yifei began to grit her teeth and glared at Lin Nan, making a crackling sound with her fists.

Shu Chang, who was beside him, was laughing so hard that he was still finishing his blows:

"She also said she wanted to get up early. If I hadn't called her, she would have overslept. She didn't have time to clean up. She was afraid she would be late, haha..."

"My flight is late."

Lin Nan laughed softly and hugged Liu Yifei into her arms again, soft and fragrant, rubbing her ears and white neck:

"Don't tell me, no matter how you dress up, you have different kinds of beauty and stunning looks. At this moment, you are like a beautiful, aggrieved little daughter-in-law."

"Humph, don't try to fool me like this, I won't do this!"

Liu Yifei pressed her face against Lin Nan's shoulder, grumbling dissatisfiedly. One hand couldn't twist the flesh around her waist, and even pinched her ears.

"Let's go, go home quickly. You were photographed by reporters, and you have to talk about your outfit. This is the only thing you have been complaining about for so many years. Those people can't understand you. You are a talented woman who designs your own clothes. .”

Hearing Lin Nan's words, Liu Yifei immediately broke away from his arms and gave Lin Nan a vicious look.

"I don't care about this. Let's go home. I'll deal with you when I get back. You actually said that to me..."

Liu Yifei took Lin Nan's hand and pushed it into the passenger seat. Shu Chang had already taken the initiative to go to the back seat. The assistants had already left in company cars.

…

News spread quickly.

Lin Nan and the other three hadn't arrived home yet, and almost everyone in the circle knew that he was back.

"At about 11 o'clock in the morning, Director Lin Nan and Director Li An landed at the Capital Airport."

"Director Lin joked that Liu Yifei's performance in "Genius Gunman" led to bad candidates..."

"Director Lin Nan bluntly stated for the first time that there are only three things to do. He looks forward to winning the Golden Bear Award at this Berlin International Film Festival!"

"Director Li An arrived in Beijing unexpectedly, so we cannot rule out the possibility of preparing a new film."

"Liu Yifei picked up Director Lin at the airport. She was dressed in an outfit that showed her homeliness and outstanding temperament..."

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