That year Huayu

The nightlife on Hong Kong Island is indeed extravagant, but you have to be rich or good-looking.

Yang Shoucheng and Lin Nan walked side by side on the street, followed by Huo Wenxi and four bodyguards.

Lin Nan had never enjoyed this kind of spectacle before.

"It's a place that young people like. Do you want to go and see it, Director Lin?"

"Come on, I don't want to be in the news tomorrow. The reputation of these second-generation celebrities in Hong Kong is not good." Lin Nan said very directly.

"I forgot that Director Lin is different from them.

I still remember years ago, Jackie brought Jaycee to an event, and the kid slipped away to Lan Kwai Fong halfway.

After the party, Jackie had to ask the paparazzi if they had seen her son, haha..."

It was quite interesting to listen to Yang Shoucheng's gossip all the way, at least it must be very true.

Lin Nan visited many landmark places and attractions, and he was able to meet some of Hong Kong's little stars.

Most of them would politely call out "Dr. Yang" and "Sister Mani" when they met.

"Who is that? You can let Yang Sheng and Sister Mani accompany you? You are so young!"

"A great director from the Mainland is also a big boss..."

…

"Yang Sheng?"

It was really a surprise when I turned a corner.

When Lin Nan came face to face, he saw the face in the movie, Long Wu, and there were several people around him.

"Chairman Xiang, I'm so happy."

Yang Shoucheng took a step forward and said with a smile.

"Is this Yinghuang's guest?"

"Director Lin is Yinghuang's friend."

"Oh, I, Xiang Huaqiang."

Lin Nan shook the hand and said, "Lin Nan."

This face is indeed somewhat ferocious.

"I won't disturb Yang Sheng anymore. Goodbye."

"Goodbye."

Only when the group of people walked away did Yang Shoucheng speak.

"Unlucky enough, I met him today."

"What do you say, Director Yang?" Lin Nan asked.

"Hong Kong Island is so small, and competitors are not all on the same road."

Xiang Huaqiang looked back from a distance and said, "Go and ask if Yinghuang has any projects with that mainland director recently."

"Okay, boss."

…

"Director Lin, if we come out tonight, the entire Hong Kong entertainment circle will know about it tomorrow."

"Is this intentional by Director Yang?" Lin Nan could guess it.

"Yes. Compared with other companies on Hong Kong Island, half of Ying Huang's body is in the mainland. Therefore, if Director Lin has any projects involving Hong Kong films in the future, he can just contact Ying Huang directly..."

It is indeed a fox, Lin Nan thought to himself.

"Yes, I know."

The next day, Lin Nan saw more clearly the strength of the Hong Kong paparazzi.

Lin Nan and Yang Shoucheng's strolling route and time were exactly the same, and they had even begun to speculate on any cooperation projects.

On the phone, Liu Dehua smiled and let Lin Nan understand that the paparazzi in Hong Kong are much more powerful than the entertainment reporters in the mainland.

The two made an appointment at a high-end teahouse.

Although Ning Hao is gone, the Asia Rising Star Mentoring Program has still achieved very good results.

Liu Dehua's reputation for supporting newcomers has spread, and he relies on real money.

"This second phase, we call it the Asian Star Gravity Plan, focusing on the mainland market, in terms of investment, production, distribution, etc., radiating to the entire Chinese-speaking area..."

The way Liu Dehua talks eloquently is very graceful.

This time, he did not invest any money, but he took on the job of promoting and attracting people, and promised to support newcomers by starring in their films later.

"So, Brother Hua came to me to attract investment?" Lin Nan smiled.

"No, investment is a trivial matter. These two newcomer plans are used to promote small and medium-cost commercial films. I don't need to ask you for millions, haha..."

"what does that mean?"

Liu Dehua straightened his body, suddenly feeling melancholy.

“The Hong Kong film and television industry no longer has the idea of ​​​​nurturing new talents, and it is impossible to cultivate new talents in a pool of stagnant water.

Old people are working hard just to make money. You see, there are still so many old faces in movies over the years..."

Lin Nan nodded, what the other party said was absolutely correct.

"Would you like to come and show your name and support the newcomers?"

Fortunately, Lin Nan picked up the tea cup and didn't drink in it, otherwise she would have choked.

"Haha, I'm still so young and I have to bring in new people?"

"But your achievements are entirely those of a veteran and great director, and no one will have any objections."

"How to bring it?" Lin Nan became slightly interested.

"The crew will give you some tricks, show your face, etc."

Without waiting for Lin Nan's reaction, the other party added: "They all came from mainland universities, and their character is fine. Many of them are your alumni and seniors."

Regardless of selfishness, Liu Dehua's newcomer support plan is indeed beneficial to the industry and benefits others and himself.

"I'll think about it."

"Okay, I guess you will most likely agree."

…

The news that Lin Nan and Liu Dehua met at the teahouse spread quickly. Some said it was a film collaboration, and some said it was a gathering of friends.

China Film Group announced the results of its trip to Berlin, among which "Buried Alive" was prominently included, having been purchased as a batch of films.

The key is that the price is very conspicuous, not high, but extremely low, only 10 million.

According to China Film, it was bought by China Film after Lin Nan won the award, but Lin Nan sold it very expensively in other parts of Europe and the United States.

"This is hundreds of thousands less than the original box office of "Into the Dust", but this is not a suffering movie. Lin Nan suffered a big loss, right?"

"Is it wrong for others not to make money for themselves? I think it's good. I just hope that the ticket price will be lower..."

Somehow, Lin Nan and Yinghuang's project was spread.

A biographical commercial kung fu film.

Many Hong Kong media are reporting on it, and many actors are paying attention to it.

Yang Shoucheng looked at the group of executives in front of him with a cold face.

"I want to know who is the one who cheated and let the group's unfinished projects leak out like this?"

"Director Yang, we have received calls from many artists today, all asking about the project."

Someone suddenly reported it.

"Each one looks like a cat that smells fish, and they move very quickly."

"Director Yang, we haven't decided with Director Lin yet. Will anything happen if this continues?" Huo Wenxi reminded.

Yang Shoucheng frowned slightly, "Is he still hanging out? Make an appointment with him and arrange the reception as soon as possible. Do you know who to invite?"

"Understood, I'll do it right away."

A group of people exited Yang Shoucheng's office.

"Forty percent? Four means forty percent."

…

"Kung Fu movie? Jet Li or Jackie Chan?"

"I heard that Yinghuang didn't consider inviting them because the price/performance ratio was too low. Yinghuang is planning a cocktail party for the mainland director..."

"Do you have an idea?"

"Mom, I really need this opportunity. Over the years, I have been struggling to achieve success, and several of the movies I starred in did not do well at the box office..."

The old woman thought for a long time before speaking.

"Okay, let's go to Yinghuang's cocktail party then. I'll show off my old face and ask for a chance with Director Yang..."

Lin Nan was taken to Yinghuang headquarters.

In the artist department, many young actors or entertainers were gathered around to watch the excitement.

"Is it a blockbuster?"

"I heard that the investment is not low. The group is cooperating with director Lin from the Mainland. The other party is a great director from Berlin who is well-known in the international market..."

"I wonder if we can have a chance to pick up a role?"

"I'm afraid it's hard to say. I don't know who has the casting rights."

Yang Shoucheng and Lin Nan sat opposite each other.

"Director Lin, just 40%, but the distribution in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia will be handled by Ying Huang."

"That's no problem. Although the casting rights were given to Ying Huang, this is our first time working together, and I hope Director Yang won't insert some unqualified people into the crew.

To be honest, Director Yang should let the artists under you practice Mandarin, including your godson, who auditioned at my place last time, and his Hong Kong Mandarin..."

"Haha, this is nothing. Director Lin can prepare for the cocktail party in the evening."

"Um."

Ying Huang's invitation letters were sent to many Hong Kong artists, and those who received them were very excited, but many people did not receive the invitation.

In the evening, still at the Peninsula Hotel.

The hall was crowded with people, and Hong Kong Island is so small that almost everyone meets each other from time to time. Yang Shoucheng was obviously smuggled in for personal gain. Almost all of his own artists were here.

Many of the faces looked familiar to Lin Nan, but he just couldn't remember their names.

"Director Yang, Director Lin."

"Director Yang, Director Lin."

…

When Lin Nan and Yang Shoucheng walked in, the voices of greetings kept coming and going.

"I invite you all to come here today, mainly because Ying Huang and Director Lin Nan discussed a project to celebrate.

I also congratulated Director Lin on winning the Berlin Silver Bear for Best Director. "

"Thanks."

Yang Shoucheng would introduce Lin Nan to famous artists, including the genius Wang Jing in front of him.

"Hello, Director Wang, I've watched a lot of your movies."

"It's a great honor and congratulations to Director Lin for winning the Best Director Award from the three majors for the second time. We are also very envious."

Leung Ka Fai, Simon Yam, Eric Tsang...

Lin Nan and Liu Dehua stood together chatting.

"To be honest, they are really too expensive..."

Andy Lau complained about the net worth of Cheng and Li.

Yang Shoucheng seemed to be stopped by an old lady, which attracted a lot of people's attention.

"That's Ms. Mai Baochan." Liu Dehua took a look and explained to Lin Nan.

Lin Nan didn't take it seriously, but remembered what Liu Dehua said two days ago.

"Brother Hua, I can promise that. I will also make a new movie this year. When the time comes, give me a list and I will choose it myself."

"That's good. If I can get your support, these people will also be your supporters. In the circle, the more people you have, the better..."

Liu Dehua nodded, and Lin Nan disagreed. People's hearts are complicated, and too many people are not good.

At this time, an unexpected person came over.

"Director Lin, Brother Hua, I respect you."

Liu Dehua was a little surprised, but Lin Nan's eyes flashed with understanding.

That old lady just now seemed to be Zhen Zishan's mother.

Liu Dehua said very seasonedly, "I'll go for a walk first..."

"What's the matter? Mr. Zhen."

"Haha, I mainly want to meet Director Lin, a great international director, and ask some questions about movies..."

"Don't dare." Lin Nan could already guess his purpose.

After hesitating for a moment, Zhen Zishan said, "I hope Director Lin can give me a chance. I think I will be very suitable for this commercial kung fu film. Jackie Chan and Jet Li are both too expensive, and I have been practicing martial arts since I was a child..."

When someone who is many years older than you compliments you in front of you, it feels really weird. Lin Nan can feel it now.

"Is this what Ms. Mai and Director Yang were talking about?" Lin Nan chuckled.

These words really made Zhen Zishan feel ashamed. At such an age, he still needed his old mother to come out to find connections and ask for favors.

"Yes, I am eager to get this opportunity..."

"But many of your previous films did not do very well at the box office, but this film is still a commercial film, and the box office is very important."

Lin Nan spoke very directly and looked in the direction of Yang Shoucheng.

"The casting rights for this film are in the hands of Ying Huang. You are making a mistake by asking me."

"No matter who has the casting rights, Director Lin is the screenwriter and one of the investors. I must come and tell you that this is what I should do..."

Lin Nan was really surprised by Zhen Zidan's attitude today.

I remember that before the previous movies were released, this guy was still very arrogant.

The current attitude of being humble and trying to please compliments is like two different people.

But think about it, in this industry, people in their forties who are not yet famous can indeed do such shameless and role-begging things.

And it's very common.

"You go to Director Yang, I won't get involved in the casting."

Lin Nan dropped a word and walked towards Liu Dehua.