Chapter 747 The Dog and His Goddess
2 million RMB is not something Wang Shuo has never seen before. In the past few years, the sales of his collection of essays have been over 10 million RMB, and the accumulated royalties in recent years have exceeded 2 million RMB.
But it is no longer possible now. After the hot sales in the first two years, the sales of his collection of essays have gradually declined, and are now just at the level of ordinary bestsellers.
But Wang Shuo didn't quite understand why Lin Weimin wanted to invest 2 million RMB to make a movie for Hao Meng.
Lin Weimin has promoted many directors in recent years. Is Zhang Yimou or Jiang Wen better than Feng Xiaogang? Is investing in Zhang Yimou and Jiang Wen's new films not more profitable than investing in Feng Xiaogang's films?
"What are you thinking about? Yimou's movie has already started shooting, Jiang Wen is having a great time right now, and there's no sign of his next movie yet." Lin Weimin said.
He added in his heart that he would not vote with Jiang Wen even if there was a shadow.
Wang Shuo sneered: "After all this effort, your efforts are still not enough. You promoted yourself, but you can't even invest in a movie, and you have to come to our makeshift team."
"Yes, a 2 million investment is only rare for a makeshift team like yours. Even if you give it to them, they won't want it!"
This sentence made Wang Shuo speechless. He held it in for a long time, then sneered. He had already made up his mind that he must make good use of the 2 million.
When a financial sponsor comes to you with funds to invest, of course there are some requirements.
Lin Weimin's request was not to promote the actress, but to specify that the script must be written by Wang Shuo, so he changed the script to "You Are Not a Common Man" published in 1992.
"You Are Not a Common Man" is a sequel to "The Troublemakers" and "No Seriousness at All", but not entirely. The protagonists in the three works overlap, and the content is extremely ironic and absurd.
"You Are Not an Ordinary Man" was adapted into a movie and renamed "Party A and Party B".
It was with this film that Feng Xiaogang pioneered the Chinese New Year film season, and at the same time became the well-deserved "King of New Year Films" in those years.
"Party A and Party B" is a typical satirical comedy, full of the personal characteristics of Wang Shuo and Feng Xiaogang, while at the same time satisfying the viewing tastes of the audience of this era. If Wenhua Film and Television wants to invest in movies, this movie should be one of the most suitable targets.
"You want to adapt my novel? No problem. The copyright fee is 50,000!" Wang Shuo shouted loudly.
Feng Xiaogang and Peng Xiaolin, who were standing by, were shocked.
Mr. Shuo is going crazy. He finally found a sponsor, but now he is scared away.
Lin Weimin didn't even blink, "Okay, fifty thousand."
Feng Xiaogang and Peng Xiaolin were shocked again. This was 50,000 yuan!
Teacher Lin's straightforwardness made Feng Xiaogang feel uneasy. Wasn't he being sarcastic?
Wang Shuo was also surprised. He added, "Let's make it clear first. I'm talking about the copyright usage fee. The adaptation fee is another matter."
"Add another fifty thousand as your adaptation fee, is that ok?"
After Lin Weimin finished speaking, Wang Shuo opened his mouth and instinctively wanted to refute Lin Weimin, but he really couldn't find any reason.
This dog owner!
Although he cursed in his heart, Wang Shuo still felt that Lin Weimin recognized his talent.
You have some conscience!
Feng Xiaogang was listening to the conversation between Lin Weimin and Wang Shuo, and the more he thought about it, the more uncomfortable he felt.
Mr. Shuo casually said the price was 100,000 yuan, but as a director he didn't even have the courage to bargain.
Lin Weimin seemed to see what Feng Xiaogang was thinking. He patted him on the shoulder and said, "Don't be discouraged, Xiaogang. When our movie becomes popular, you will be a famous film director, and you can make a minimum of 100,000 yuan for directing a movie!"
Feeling Lin Weimin's attention, Feng Xiaogang felt happy again, "Teacher Lin, please stop making fun of me."
The few of them chatted about the film adaptation, and Lin Weimin made some requests to Wang Shuo and Feng Xiaogang.
"Is it okay to have the first draft of the script ready within a month?"
"no problem."
With enough money, Mr. Shuo's pen can produce sparks.
"Okay, I'll deposit the script fee into your company's account tomorrow. Finish writing the script as soon as possible, and then submit it to the company's literary director for review."
"Literary director?" Wang Shuo was surprised. He thought that the script could be given directly to Lin Weimin. Where did this "literary director" come from?
"I transferred Xiao Tong to Wenhua Film and Television as the literary director, responsible for the script." Lin Weimin explained.
Wang Shuo muttered, "He? Is he qualified to review my script?"
Lin Weimin pretended not to hear his complaints and reminded him, "You've got the money, hurry up and get back to work."
Feng Xiaogang nodded and bowed, "Don't worry, even if I stay up all night, I will definitely finish the script within a month."
"Why don't you just write it yourself!" Wang Shuo said sarcastically with pride.
Feng Xiaogang smiled and said, "The script is entirely up to you, Master Shuo!"
Looking at the way the two get along, Lin Weimin inexplicably thought of the bootlicker and his proud goddess.
After talking about the movie, Lin Weimin was about to leave. Wang Shuo hesitated for a long time and finally said nothing.
The next day, Haiyan received a call from Wang Shuo, asking him to have dinner with him.
When Haiyan arrived at the place, he found that Wang Shuo was with his girlfriend Xu Cairen.
During the meal, Wang Shuo asked about the TV series "A Romantic Affair" that Haiyan was preparing, and Haiyan immediately understood the purpose of Wang Shuo's dinner invitation today.
Xu Cairen looked at Haiyan with expectation. Although the girl was very young, she had many tricks to seduce people.
What a pity, I, Master Hai, don’t buy it.
Haiyan put down the wine glass in his hand and leaned back in his chair.
"Well..."
Wang Shuo spat fiercely on the ground and regarded today's meal as feeding the dog.
Xu Cairen watched Haiyan leave, and after a while, she turned back to look at Wang Shuo with a frown on her face, "Didn't you say it was okay?"
Wang Shuo looked embarrassed, "I didn't expect this kid to be so unkind now."
He added, "It's okay. When our movie starts shooting, I'll let you be the leading actress."
Xu Cairen's expression was grim. "Didn't they say that your movie was also invested by Lin Weimin? Can I be the leading actress?"
Wang Shuo hesitated, and Xu Cairen's face turned cold.
"If this one doesn't work out, there's still the next one. I'll get some investment and I guarantee you'll be the leading lady." Wang Shuo said flatteringly.
Xu Cairen had slowly lost her patience with Wang Shuo and said unhappily, "Then I'll just wait."
Wang Shuo couldn't help but smile at his girlfriend's understanding. This was the kind of sweet girl he liked.
He put his arms around Xu Cairen's shoulders, and Xu Cairen's body subconsciously leaned to the side, but she still suppressed her emotions and pretended to remain calm.
No matter what, the thread with Wang Shuo cannot be broken.
Two days later, Haiyan came to Lin Weimin and said, "Mr. Lin wants to arrange his girlfriend to join our crew."
Lin Weimin looked at Haiyan and immediately said, "I refused without even thinking about it. He is becoming more and more shameless. He has a family, but he is trying to date such a young girl and even wants to use us friends to support his girlfriend. He is really despicable!"
After Haiyan fully expressed his disgust for Wang Shuo's actions, Lin Weimin nodded with satisfaction.
"Wencheng Films is a newly established company, and development is our top priority. We cannot let personal feelings interfere with public affairs."
"I understand. Public is public, private is private. Don't worry."
After running to Lin Weimin to ask for credit, Haiyan asked again: "Teacher Lin, our TV series script will be out next month. As for the actors of "A Romantic Affair", do you have any candidates in mind?"
Lin Weimin pondered for a moment and said, "As for the selection of actors, you can decide on your own. The most important thing is to make sure they fit the characters."
After that, he added, "By the way. After the early preparations for A Romantic Affair, you should focus on The Flowering Season and the Rainy Season. The Bu Lao Hu series will hold its second anniversary press conference in March, and the publishing house will announce the IP adaptation plan for The Flowering Season and the Rainy Season at the press conference."
"The Season of Flowers and Rain" is a work carefully prepared by Guowen Publishing House for the subsequent copyright operation and film and television development. The content of this novel is positive, fresh and unconventional. The novel has sold more than 2 million copies in China and has been loved by many young and juvenile readers in China. It has a wide influence and popularity among readers. It is the perfect work to promote the reputation of Guowen Publishing House's copyright operation and film and television development business.
Hai Yan understood Lin Weimin's emphasis on "Flower Season and Rainy Season" and said, "Okay, I will arrange the preparations for "Flower Season and Rainy Season" when I get back. I will definitely not delay the press conference and strive to complete the preliminary preparations before the press conference."
Lin Weimin nodded slightly and said, "You will be responsible for the preparations, but you can choose the actors first, but don't decide."
Lin Weimin's request made Haiyan a little confused, but seeing that he didn't mean to say more, Haiyan didn't ask any more questions, but answered cheerfully: "Okay."
After Haiyan left, Lin Weimin had just finished reviewing the manuscript when Li Xin knocked on the door and entered his office.
"Teacher Lin, Teacher Wang has been contacted."
Lin Weimin raised his head, a smile on his face, and asked, "Can we meet? Have you made an appointment?"
"Not yet. Teacher Wang is in Yanjing, and I thought you were busy with work, so I decided to schedule your time first."
"What can I do for you?" Lin Weimin was a little unhappy when he heard this. He thought for a moment, stood up and picked up his coat. "Call him now and we'll go see him now."
His swift and decisive action caught Li Xin off guard. "Ah! Okay, I'll contact him right away. Please wait a moment."
Li Xin was about to run back to the office to make a phone call, but Lin Weimin pushed the phone on the table and said, "Use this one!"
Li Xin readily followed suit and dialed the number. After confirming with the other party, he nodded to Lin Weimin and said, "It's settled. He happens to be at home today. Shall we leave now?"
"Walk!"
Lin Weimin was the first to go out, and Li Xin followed behind him. When the car got on the road, Li Xin asked hesitantly, "Teacher Lin, can this really be accomplished?"
"Everything depends on human efforts! As long as we convince the leaders, it won't be difficult." Lin Weimin said easily.
Li Xin’s thoughts seemed to be correct.
Being a leader may be as difficult as climbing to the sky for Ningxia People's Publishing House, but for Teacher Lin, isn't it a piece of cake?
Thinking this in his mind, Li Xin felt relieved.
The car drove all the way to Caochang East Community in DC District and stopped on the side of the road. Lin Weimin looked into the alley and decided to get off.
The alley is too narrow and it is difficult for cars to drive in.
The two walked into the alley, and Li Xin found a large compound according to the address, "Teacher Lin, this is it."
The gate of the slum was open, and the two entered the yard. Many earthquake shelters had been built in the early years, but now they had become residential houses. There was a lot of debris piled up on the passage, making it even more cramped.
"Teacher Wang! Teacher Wang!" Li Xin shouted when he arrived at the main rooms on the north side.
(End of this chapter)
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