I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 442 is now in production!

Juliette Binoche moved into the courtyard.

Perfect timing, she had many questions to ask Sophia.

She is undoubtedly an excellent actress, so it is even more important to understand the role she is about to play.

With the director, the male lead, and the original author all present, it was an exceptionally good opportunity for Juliet.

In her spare time, she would take Leslie Cheung around Shanghai.

The Bund, Nanjing Road, Shiliupu Wharf...

She wanted to visit every single landscape that appeared in the book.

They also included Blumenthal's old attic room on Zhoushan Road and the Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum.

"I never imagined that when the victims in Europe were desperate, there would be such a land in the far East where they could live."

Like the anxious heroine in the book, she slowly began to get to know Shanghai.

However, it must have been tough for Leslie Cheung.

Liu Jin is incredibly lazy, so why make him the guide?

Don't even think about it!
And just like that, three days passed in the blink of an eye.

Spielberg and Glazer arrived in Shanghai.

Spielberg had a very tight schedule, only one week.

He will return to America in a week to begin promoting "The Terminal".

Therefore, Ren Zhonglun did not dare to delay and held a press conference to launch the film on the third day after Spielberg arrived in Shanghai.

It was a very grand and impressive event.

On the day of the press conference, almost half of the prominent figures in China's film and television industry attended.

National Advisor, Poet, Cannon, Jiang Wen...

As for the actors, there are even more!
For no other reason than the fact that the $60 million investment, Spielberg's name, and the hype surrounding China's first Pulitzer Prize winner in literature are indeed extraordinary.

Of course, the main factors were the $60 million investment plus Spielberg.

Ordinary people don't know much about Pulitzer Prize winners.

Although Liu Jin's books have sold quite well in China, they are far from reaching the influence of the National Preceptor and the poet.

That's the culmination of twenty years of hard work!
From this perspective, Liu Jin's experience is far from sufficient.

However, Liu Jin didn't care.

He remained behind the scenes, watching the crowd in front of him, simply smiling and saying nothing.

"Xiao Jin?"

"Hey, Auntie Little Sugar."

Liu Jin encountered an unexpected person backstage.

Aunt Xiaotang walked up with a smile and patted Liu Jin's arm. "You're even stronger than last year. Looks like you haven't suffered any mistreatment outside."

"Hehe, look at what you're saying. I'm being honest and upright. Who would bother me for no reason?"

"Don't give me that. I've heard recently that your new book is making quite a splash overseas, and it's even affecting things back home."

"what?"

Liu Jin was taken aback and asked in confusion, "The Eye of the Ferocious Beast?"

"Yes, the locals protested to us, saying that you fabricated facts and smeared them..."

Many domestic writers have strong opinions about you, believing that your endless attacks on ordinary people show a complete lack of understanding of the bigger picture.

"I'm sorry..."

"Sister, why are you scaring the child?"

The middle-aged man next to Aunt Xiaotang said with a smile, "Besides, don't you know what kind of people those are?"

This also reflects the country's current emphasis on economic development.

otherwise……"

"Xiao Han, watch your words, or they'll cause you trouble."

"Fairy board, let them come."

When the middle-aged man blurted out the Sichuan accent and Aunt Xiaotang's "Xiao Han," Liu Jin immediately realized what was going on.

"Mr. Liu, I am Han Shanping from China Film Group."

To be honest, I've known about you for a while… The National Master mentioned you to me when he returned to China in 02; in 03, when I rushed to Berlin, you had gone to Vienna, so we didn't run into each other. This time, I've finally met you in person…”

Zuo Shandiao?
Liu Jin quickly reached out his hand.

Regardless of his reputation, he truly dedicated himself to the cause of Chinese cinema.

From a chaotic mess, he single-handedly propelled Chinese cinema into a market with box office revenues of tens of billions; Third Master deserves immense credit for this.

Unfortunately, the successor didn't capitalize on the opportunity. By 2025, the market was still there, but the quality of the film... well, let's just say it's not great.

You could say that Third Master was impatient for quick success, or you could say that he was ambitious and eager for quick results.

But he has always been doing things in a down-to-earth manner, judging by his actions rather than his intentions, and that is enough.

Therefore, deep down, Liu Jin still respected Third Master.

With Aunt Xiaotang also present, Liu Jin naturally had to give Third Master face.

This made Third Master especially happy.

It's important to understand that the young man in front of him was not just a writer.

He is also an actor, screenwriter, and producer.

Putting everything else aside, they could easily amass a $60 million fortune, and they even had Spielberg backing them up.

There are very few people in China with this level of ability.

Not to mention, Liu Jin is an actor whose films have grossed over 1 billion yuan.

That's eight billion yuan!

In 2004, among all Chinese actors worldwide, only Jackie Chan seemed to have comparable box office success to Lau Ching-wan. Yes, the 8 billion box office figure is somewhat inflated.

But so what?
The script belongs to someone else, and they also participated in the investment.

You can tell me whether he was in it or not... Although he played Jack in "The Hangover" and didn't have many scenes, he was still a true lead actor.

Third Master naturally held Liu Jin in high regard.

He and Liu Jin stood backstage and chatted idly.

They didn't talk about cooperation, but instead started talking about the courtyard house that Liu Jin's father had recently bought in the capital.

"That location is good. The price is a bit high, but you'll definitely make a profit in the future."

Aunt Xiaotang chimed in, "Xiaojin, when are you moving in? Your father spent a fortune on the renovations alone."

"How much did it cost? I really don't know."

"It cost about four or five million. He said it was to restore the original appearance, but it took a lot of effort."

The renovation cost four to five million in 04 was absolutely top-notch.

Liu Jin couldn't help but wonder what the courtyard house looked like after it was renovated.
Style Lei?
BRICS?

He was tempted to go over and take a closer look.

"Xiao Jin, how long are you staying this time?"

Two months?

Let's see how things go on Sofia's side. But regardless of whether she's finished filming there, I definitely need to go back at the end of May; I have exams in June.

"Yes, you're still a student."

To be honest, Third Master couldn't quite understand it.

Liu Jin has already obtained his master's degree, so why should he continue his studies?

Wouldn't it be better to develop your career in China?
But then I thought, it doesn't matter whether they go back to their home country or not.

The 2003 Forbes list of highest-paid authors has been released, and Liu Jin remains at the top.

With an income of over 100 million US dollars, one can live a carefree life anywhere.

However, if Liu Jin returns to China, China Film Group, with Aunt Xiaotang's connections, will have a significant advantage and might have more opportunities.

Rather than like now...

Ren Zhonglun, blinded by evil spirits.

At that moment, Ren Zhonglun, who was standing confidently at the front desk, accidentally saw Han Shanping and Liu Jin standing together, and his heart skipped a beat.

Damn it, that old Han who looks like he owns Hong Kong dollars is trying to poach my girlfriend.

He seized an opportunity and hurriedly ran backstage.

"Old Han, what are you doing here? I was wondering where you were."

As he spoke, he positioned himself between Liu Jin and Han Shanping.

"I just ran into my nephew, so we had a chat."

"Nephew?"

Ren Zhonglun was taken aback.

Han Shanping said, "Sister Xiaotang and Xiaojin's father are old friends, so Xiaojin is of course my nephew."

Damn it!
Just a moment ago they were calling him Mr. Liu this and Mr. Liu that, how come in the blink of an eye he's become my nephew, a generation younger?

Aunt Xiaotang smiled slightly and pulled Liu Jin back a step.

"Let them argue. They're both born in the Year of the Dog, and they can't stand not to fight when they meet."

Then, she changed the subject and asked softly, "Xiao Jin, are you interested in joining the Film Association?"

Liu Jin thought for a moment and then whispered in Aunt Xiaotang's ear.

Auntie Xiaotang frowned at first, but quickly relaxed and nodded gently.

"You're a grown man now, you should have your own opinions."

In terms of vision, your aunt might not be as broad as yours. Once you've made up your mind, just go for it.

As for those people I just mentioned, don't take them to heart... Your dad is still alive, they can't affect you much.

However, if you want to win awards in the country in the future…

"I plan to aim for the Goncourt Prize and the Faulkner Prize next year or the year after."

"Ambitious!"

Auntie Xiaotang couldn't help but laugh and said, "Why not try to win the Nobel Prize in Literature?"

"I have a conflict with the Royal Swedish Academy."

When Aunt Xiaotang started talking about winning the prize, Han Shanping and Ren Zhonglun stopped arguing.

"The Royal Swedish Academy?"

"It's the Nobel Prize judging body."

Han Shanping grinned, a wry smile playing on his lips.

These domestic writers are desperate to get in.

They, on the other hand, directly clashed with the review committee; that's a truly different level.

"If you have the chance, please help Xiao Han and Xiao Ren more... The domestic film industry is in a slump and needs more ways to go global."

"You over in Hollywood, try to find some connections for them."

Third Master and Ren Zhonglun both looked at Liu Jin.

Liu Jin opened his mouth, but finally nodded helplessly, "Auntie, don't worry, I will definitely help if I have the chance."

Both Third Master and Ren Zhonglun wore smiles.

……

(End of this chapter)