That year Huayu

The night passed, and until daytime, the film and television industry was still bombarded by the box office news of "The Invisible Guest".

Not only does the popularity and topic level remain high, but there is also a faint upward trend.

Even after seven o'clock, the movie and first-day box office data appeared on the morning news in the form of text briefings.

You know, in the North American film market, it is a completely different concept for major mainland directors who have achieved actual box office results!

For the entire domestic film industry, Lin Nan seems to have once again achieved a meteoric rise, and it is impossible to keep a low profile.

There are no actors in the industry who have worked with Lin Nan and have a good relationship with him who would not be happy to see this happen.

The more successful Director Lin is, the more proud everyone will be. Maybe there will be a chance for chickens and dogs to ascend to heaven in the future.

"Now, he has even made up for the shortcomings of the North American market..."

Many directors in the industry are a little emotional.

After all, over the years, the most everyone has done is earn dollars through copyright transactions at film festivals.

As such, there are only a few major directors who are qualified to sell their copyrights for high prices at the three major European film festivals.

So far, no mainland director has been able to get a piece of the pie in North American theaters...

No, now there is one, it’s Lin Nan!

The promotion of "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom" was also influenced by Lin Nan and "The Invisible Guest".

It instantly jumped to the first place from the top three in terms of popularity and attention among dozens of movies during the Lunar New Year and Spring Festival periods, and far further away from the subsequent movies.

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On the 3rd, "No Man's Land" was officially released.

"Lin Nan is not even in the country, but news about him is everywhere. It's really unreasonable!"

Ning Hao complained as he prepared to go out. He and Xing Aina are going to attend the premiere of Light.

The Lunar New Year war has begun, and the first strong opponent of "No Man's Land" is "Famous Catchers 2" produced by Enlight and directed by Chen Jiashan.

"If you had his grades, you could do the same. I envy Yifei very much. I will see her later and I must congratulate her."

Xing Aina picked up her bag and followed Ning Hao out the door, mercilessly hitting the latter.

"I, I, alas..."

Ning Hao said "I" for a long time, but couldn't hold back a word, so he could only change the topic:

"Wait until next month, maybe I will be nominated for the Golden Bear Award. By then..."

"Hey, let's see what you can do. If you are really nominated, I will allow you to sleep in the study for a month and will never disturb you."

"Really?"

Ning Hao was overjoyed at first, and then his face suddenly changed: "I want your permission to sleep wherever I want, it's unreasonable..."

As he spoke, he drove off without looking back, leaving only Xing Aina behind who was smiling.

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The same set of promotional slogans is fine when repeated twice, but when repeated for the third or fourth time, it starts to get a little boring. This is how Lin Nan feels now.

The night of Hollywood awards season seems like daytime, and the PR party is still going on.

Lin Nan and others changed their tricks and "recommended" "The Invisible Guest" to all the guests and academy judges.

"It's my first time to participate in the whole process of film public relations. I really can't accept the intensity."

Lin Nan took a sip of juice and complained.

This was the fourth party he hosted in two days, and he even took time to support other movies. After all, what comes around comes around.

"Lin, as time goes by, you will get used to it. You have to learn from Leon about this. Look at him, he is not so patient with his girlfriend or such a gentleman! Tsk tsk..."

"Haha, he is sick. Wait and see when he gets the statuette. He will definitely not be like this. He may become sloppy and unkempt."

Lin Nan looked at Leonardo in the distance who was well dressed, elegant and chatting and laughing, and made a casual joke.

After taking a lazy rest for a while, Lin Nan walked into the crowd again holding a wine glass, "Just hold on for a few more days and then I'll go back to China."

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At the end of the second day, the box office revenue of "The Invisible Guest" was US$18.65 million, a slight increase.

Lin Nan stayed in the office of Crystal Pictures, watching the finished film of "Fifty Shades of Grey", which was pretty good.

"According to the rules of the awards season, the box office in the first week will most likely account for about half of the box office in the first month.

If it can be nominated or even win an award later, the total box office will accumulate again, and the flow will continue. "

Listening to Tom's poor Chinese, Lin Nan nodded: "I remember that "Fifty Shades of Grey" was released on New Year's Day, right?"

"Yes, starting from tomorrow, Lions Gate will start promoting the event."

Lin Nan held his forehead with his hands and pinched his eyebrows. He felt a little guilty and wanted to laugh but couldn't.

Because "The Invisible Guest" did very well at the box office in North America, the domestic media paid more attention to his news and developments here.

What is certain is that "Fifty Shades of Grey" will never be "missed" by them.

This is a movie adapted from the best-selling novel of the same name into a screenplay. When the news comes back to China, you don't even have to watch the film to know what it is about.

By that time, based on the virtues of the domestic entertainment media, Lin Nan can guess how they will report it, and it will definitely be exaggerated!

Think again about the reactions of those in the film and television industry, entertainment industry, online, and in the circle of friends, hiss...

Lin Nan had a feeling that he might die in society? !

He gave Tom a deadpan look that made him want to punch him.

Tom noticed something was wrong and was stunned for a moment, "Huh? Lin, why are you looking at me like that?"

"It's nothing, I just think I should send you to make adult movies, year-round..."

Lin Nan whispered, "This guy!"

"What?"

Tom's eyes widened and he couldn't believe what he was hearing.

"Okay, go out and don't disturb me while I read the script."

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Before going to bed in the evening, Lin Nan also paid special attention to the domestic news.

Ning Hao's persistence for more than four years was not in vain.

If it had been released in 2009, it would never have had the same box office as it does now.

As a road crime film, "No Man's Land" earned a high box office of 22 million yuan on its first day of release.

You know, this data is a very eye-catching result in non-commercial films.

The most important thing is that "No Man's Land" is highly praised both online and in the industry.

In the words of many directors and producers in the industry:

"It's worth waiting for this movie for more than four years. But everyone also feels even more regretful that the first version of "No Man's Land" ended without a problem. That version will only be more exciting..."

Lin Nan saw that even Han Sanping gave a rare interview and expressed his frustration that the film had been rejected countless times in four years.

"I'm really retired. I'm no longer in my position. It's easier for me to say some things."

Lin Nan joked and read another one.

Director Chen Da really still loves Hong Kong and Taiwan actors so much.

"The Taoist Comes Down the Mountain" has officially announced the cast list. Except for the protagonist Wang Baoqiang, more than half of the remaining main actors are from Hong Kong and Taiwan.

But what Chen Hong said before about choosing a new actress was actually done.

This newcomer will star with Wang Baoqiang in "The Taoist Comes Down the Mountain", and they will have a night of fun.

It is true that she is a new actress, but Lin Nan would not think that she is a newcomer with no background.

After all, Chen Kaige and Zhang Yimou are two people with completely different personalities.

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From the third day on, Lin Nan became extremely busy.

Even Liu Yifei’s phone calls were not received many times.

On one side is the public relations reception, and on the other side is the box office of "The Invisible Guest".

Entertainment, communication, publicity and speeches, public relations expenses have also turned into gifts and bills, melting rapidly like snowflakes under the scorching sun...

On the third day, the box office revenue was US$16.05 million.

On the fourth day, another $14.09 million was gained

On the fifth day, the daily box office was 11.05 million...

As the total box office of "The Invisible Guest" gradually increased and its reputation grew, Lin Nan received more and more party invitations during the awards season and was overwhelmed.

“Lin, as of today, we have held a total of 11 PR parties.

The total number of academy members who attended the reception reached about 225. Even those who did not come, all of them mailed copies of the movie and gifts..."

After hearing the data reported by Tom, Lin Nan only had five words in his mind: Spend money like water!

You know, the current number of Academy members is 6,814.

Even if the public relations company selects some people for public relations, the number of people is still hundreds or even thousands.

"Book a flight for me. I'm going to return to China in two days. I'll leave the rest to you. Leonardo will be the main force."

Lin Nan looked at Tom and said tiredly.

"Okay, Lin."

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The promotion of "Fifty Shades of Grey" has also officially begun.

As Lin Nan guessed, it’s really hard to describe!

The domestic media joined in the fun like crazy, reprinting and reporting on it.

"Reprinted from Hollywood movie information:

The R-rated film "Fifty Shades of Grey", which is owned by director Lin Nan, is majority-controlled by Hollywood independent film production company Crystal Pictures, and participated in the investment, production and distribution by Lionsgate Pictures, will be released on New Year's Day in North America..."

"The movie "Fifty Shades of Grey" is adapted from the best-selling novel of the same name. The North American film is rated: R (restricted).

The film is a romance film that contains some sadomasochistic (SM) scenes. Audiences under the age of 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to watch..."

…

This unexpected movie information has made the film and television industry and the Internet even more excited.

Everyone is still paying attention to the box office of Lin Nan's "The Invisible Guest", but suddenly, there is more exciting news?

Not many filmmakers in the industry own shares in Hollywood film companies.

Domestic audiences, to a certain extent, equate movies produced by Crystal Pictures with Lin Nan.

The news of "Fifty Shades of Grey" has completely ignited the gossip fire among the entertainment industry and netizens.

"Hey guys, what about SM? You can't shoot this in China!"

"Isn't Director Lin Nan a shareholder? He strongly demands a Chinese dubbing version... Pirates, remember to help!"

"I just want to know, did Director Lin nod to shoot this? Don't let him degenerate!"

"Director Jia Zhangke wants to make a pornographic film with realistic themes. Let him ask Director Lin for help and invite Zhang Ziyi, Li Bingbing, and Fan Bingbing to Hollywood to film!"

"expect……"

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Liu Yifei looked at the heated discussion on the Internet and felt like crying.

She really wanted to explain Lin Nan, but she knew that it was not a big deal and was just a joke for everyone to talk about.

"Hmph, this damn Tom made Lin Nan take the blame..."

Liu Yifei muttered while checking her mobile phone.

Sure enough, text messages and Penguin messages were flashing, and there were many people on Weibo...

"Yifei, is Crystal Pictures making R-rated movies? Let Lin Nan bring a copy back, so that everyone can learn more."

Zhu Yawen posted a lot of emoticons in the group.

"It's not like you haven't seen it before. Are you so excited?" Luo Jin replied.

"The key is that this is the closest an R-rated film producer has ever been to us, and Lin Nan is a shareholder!"

…

Liu Yifei looked at a group of people chattering, but she didn't interrupt and looked at the news on Weibo again.

"Producer Liu, can you tell my sister in a private message how many shares Director Lin has in Crystal Pictures? You definitely know!"

"The company Lin Nan holds shares in has a wide range of interests. Let me recommend myself. I can also act in this kind of movie, as long as it can be released in North America..."

"Xiao Ming, you are going too far. Everyone is here to gossip, but you don't do 'business'!"

"It's just some footage, it's not real... I'd also like to recommend myself to the producer, please give me a chance."

…

With this momentum, Liu Yifei said many things that actors in the industry were too embarrassed to say openly this time in a joking way.

Liu Yifei replied in unison with a smile, everyone at Aite said:

"Let me make it clear for Lin Nan that this movie was initiated by Tom, not Lin Nan. As for the role, I can't help, but if there is a chance, he will definitely tell everyone."

"Oh, thank you, Producer Liu."

"Thank you, Madam Director..."

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After attending the Golden Horse Awards, Lin Nan came to Hollywood.

Six days in late November, plus six days in December, he stayed here for twelve days.

At noon on the 7th, Tom personally took Lin Nan and his party to the airport.

"Lin, when you get off the plane, you should be able to see our first week's box office."

"Well, I understand. You go back, and remember to keep an eye on the public relations matters later."

After finishing speaking, Lin Nan took his two assistants and suitcases and headed straight to the departure hall.

The word "travel and fatigue" can also be applied to flying. The 12-hour flight was really tough.

Even though Lin Nan forced herself to sleep, she only slept half of the time, and spent the rest of the time just staring in the first class cabin.

"Sissi, should we start from home?"

When there were more than two hours left before landing, Lin Nan was talking about how he really missed Liu Yifei after not seeing her for nearly half a month.

In the capital, the sun at 12:30 noon is not too hot, but it is very dazzling.

Lin Nan wore sunglasses and squeezed into the crowd with two assistants. He knew that it was impossible to escape the media reporters today.

After all, "The Invisible Guest" has been making headlines in China during this period, as well as "Fifty Shades of Grey".

Many passers-by in the airport recognized Lin Nan, and he even signed a few of his names.

The moment he walked out of the airport exit, Lin Nan was "targeted".

However, his eyes were fixed on a BMW in the distance. He knew without guessing that Liu Xiaoli's car was driven by Liu Yifei.

"Director Lin, can I ask you a few questions?"

"Director Lin..."

Lin Nan didn't stop and continued walking towards the distance.

"Just ask."

Upon hearing Lin Nan's agreement, a group of reporters instantly became excited.

"First of all, congratulations to Director Lin, "The Invisible Guest" has grossed nearly 100 million in box office in its first seven days!"

"How many?"

Lin Nan stopped and asked. "I haven't had time to watch the news yet, how much can you say?"

A group of reporters scrambled to answer, "Director Lin, "The Invisible Guest" took in a box office of 98.4 million US dollars in its first seven days. The news just came back to China an hour ago..."

Hearing this number, Lin Nan himself was in a daze for a few seconds, and then a happy smile appeared on his face:

"98.4 million US dollars, very good! Hahaha..."

This box office performance can allow Lin Nan to dominate the domestic director circle!

At this time, Liu Yifei had already gotten out of the car and waved to Lin Nan from a distance.

"I can only ask one question. I'm getting in the car."

Lin Nan said with a smile. The two assistants had already put the suitcase into the trunk of the BMW and then got into the company's pick-up car.

Opportunities will always be seized by reporters who are prepared, but this question really made Lin Nan hesitate.

"Director Lin, "Fifty Shades of Grey" is controlled by Crystal Pictures, with Lionsgate Films participating in the investment and production..."

Lin Nan originally thought that the other party would ask about "Fifty Shades of Grey", but the reporter changed the subject and made a big turn.

"...Director Lin, may I ask whether your shareholding in Crystal Pictures exceeds half?"

Good guy, when I asked this question, even the media reporters nearby gave a thumbs up, "Good question!"

The smile on Lin Nan's face gradually faded. Do you want to cheat this time?

He glanced at Liu Yifei, who was a few meters away. That smiling face was really beautiful.

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