The Fleeting Years of Chinese Entertainment

"Xiao Zhu, as you know, I'm a bit lazy and I hate it when others tell me what to do. Joining a film and television company would definitely make things easier, but it would also impose some constraints, which I don't like," Lin Mo said, revealing his true feelings.

"But don't worry, I have no intention of using my relationship to force you to join. I know my own shortcomings. It will be a bit troublesome in the early stages, but the advantage is that I am free. But I can always leave a door open for you. Whenever I become successful, you can come over anytime."

Looking at Lin Mo's serious expression, Zhu Yawen felt guilty. He really didn't want to go to Lin Mo's studio. After all, he understood the rules of this industry: without resources, it's impossible to get anywhere.

Connections, favors, money, talent... these are all resources, but Lin Mo only has talent at most.

Brothers may be brothers, but even close brothers need to keep clear accounts!

"Sorry, brother. If you ever need anything from me in the future, just ask. I promise I won't say no."

Lin Mo never expected that his first attempt at recruiting soldiers would end in failure, and the one who rejected him was Zhu Yawen, whom he thought had the best chance.

Who said that the army of reborn people all had a smooth journey? Why is it that his journey is full of twists and turns?

"Am I the only one who has disgraced my reborn predecessors?"

Lin Mo suppressed his resentment and asked his teacher for leave.

Then he went to his own studio to start a new round of recruitment. After all, the studio had been established for a long time, and it wouldn't do to just be an empty shell.

After two weeks of endless interviews, Lin Mo's studio was finally no longer empty with only him there.

The next step is to plan his next development. There's no question about it; he'll continue writing scripts and making movies. There aren't many other paths for him to take.

2004 was the year that Chinese directors started making films with budgets exceeding 100 million yuan. Zhang Yimou's "House of Flying Daggers," Stephen Chow's "Kung Fu Hustle," and Feng Xiaogang's "A World Without Thieves" were all released that year.

Jackie Chan, who returned from Hollywood in disappointment, also has a new film, "New Police Story," to be released this year. The industry is booming this year, and the spring of many actors is just around the corner.

Those cinema managers must be even happier. After all, when the domestic film industry was in a slump, most domestic directors focused on winning awards and selling films, and few would put their focus on domestic box office revenue.

Moreover, 2004 was the first year that Wanda, a capital giant, ventured into cinemas, marking the beginning of a golden age for the domestic film and television industry.

Since the 02th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 7, the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television has relaxed its policies to allow private capital to enter the film distribution field, and initially approved seven private enterprises to distribute domestic films.

Since the cinema reform that began in 02, cinemas have become a marketable sector. With real estate developers valuing the cultural brand promotion of the film and television industry, a large amount of real estate capital has entered the film industry.

Therefore, this year, Wanda, the film group that owned Asia's number one cinema in Lin Mo's previous life, used its real estate and financial advantages, along with Warner's cinema brand, to open its first cinema in Tianjin Wanda Plaza - Warner Wanda Cinema.

Another company, Baoli Group, partnered with Berna Culture Company to establish Baoli Berna Group.

This series of events indicates that the domestic film and television industry has now officially entered a phase of rapid growth.

Knowing how terrifying the future domestic film box office boom would be, Lin Mo naturally wanted to open his own cinema, but unfortunately, he didn't have enough funds at the moment, and he had to take things one step at a time.

As for TV dramas, the most popular one right now is "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" starring Liu Yifei. After several rounds of popular broadcasts, the nickname "Fairy Sister" has officially settled on Liu Yifei, and Lin Mo even sent a message to tease her about it.

"Don't call me that! If you do it again, I'll bite you!"

Liu Yifei seems to find the nicknames that celebrities in the industry crave somewhat too hot to handle.

However, after several days of brainstorming, Lin Mo's next film script was officially released.

After submitting the script for registration, Lin Mo entered the gates of China Film Group Corporation alone.

Compared to the last time when he came with Xie Xiaojing and Wang Jinsong, Lin Mo came alone this time, but he received treatment that he did not receive last time.

The person who received Lin Mo also became Han Sanping, the future industry leader.

"Hehe... Little Lin! You've written another script? I'm so glad you thought of China Film Group first."

Han Sanping, dressed in a Zhongshan suit, exuded an imposing aura, yet his expression was somewhat amiable.

"Hello, Mr. Han, I recently had some inspiration, so I wrote it down. I would appreciate it if you could take a look."

Lin Mo handed the prepared script to Han Sanping with both hands.

"Your Name?"

Han Sanping opened the script and began to read it carefully.

A little while later…

"Kobayashi, you've written another great script... It's really a great script! I'm all set here. If you need any help, just let me know, and I'll give you my full support."

Having reviewed the script, Han Sanping's gaze towards Lin Mo changed.

"This kid is incredibly talented! It's a good thing that China Film Group didn't get involved in the incident where they betrayed Lin Mo a while ago, otherwise they would have really missed out on such a good partner."

Lin Mo also guessed that China Film Group had nothing to do with those who betrayed him, which is why he contacted China Film Group first. After all, people with a big mind wouldn't do something like betraying their own partner. Compared to China Film Group, that... what kind of film group is Lin Mo's main suspect.

"Mr. Han, the film I'm going to make this time has an investment of about 30 million. I will invest 6 million myself, which I plan to take as 50%. I will also need your help with the publicity and distribution."

Han Sanping's lips twitched slightly as he listened to Lin Mo's "shameless boasting."

"You really dare to ask for such an outrageous amount! You're investing one-fifth and already thinking you can take half the share? Do you think I'm an idiot?"

Although Han Sanping was inwardly criticizing Lin Mo, he still maintained his original smile on his face.

"Xiao Lin, although your script is good, with China Film Group already handling the publicity and distribution, it's a bit inappropriate for you to invest six million and take up half of the share...

"After all, I can offer you a discount on distribution, maybe 7%, but shouldn't the advertising portion be 10% to 20%?"