Crossover: Pen name: Dazai Osamu, Omega Kasumigaoka

But this amount of money is in stark contrast to the hundreds of millions invested in animation production.

That's just a drop in the ocean.

He can only wait for the release of "Your Name" and the subsequent copyright development of "Saekano" to recoup his losses.

Only then will there be funds to continue expanding the scale of Beidouxing Animation and adding new projects.

……

……

It's late August.

The feature film "No Longer Human," which took more than a month to shoot, has finally been completed and is about to premiere.

Mikio Yano invited Makoto Kitahara to attend the premiere.

Considering this is Mai Sakurajima's first film...

To support his girlfriend.

Kitahara Shin went.

However, when they arrived at the cinema where the premiere was held...

Instead of going through the main entrance, he chose another passage.

The main entrance was full of celebrities and media reporters.

Too conspicuous.

In fact, it wasn't just him; basically all the other non-celebrity invitees also entered through other channels, not wanting to expose themselves to the media.

Although the film version of "No Longer Human" did not have a large budget.

But out of respect for Toho, a film giant.

Many celebrities attended the premiere today.

Looking around, one sees a bustling crowd and dazzling starlight.

Then Kitahara Shinichi came in and saw producer Yano Mikio with the director and several lead actors, including Sakurajima Mai, welcoming and thanking the guests.

He strolled toward them.

"Producer Yano, your new film is a huge success!"

"Teacher Kitahara, welcome, welcome, thank you for your support."

Upon seeing Kitahara Makoto, Yano Mikio smiled and quickly walked over to shake his hand.

Kitahara Makoto exchanged a few pleasantries with Yano Mikio, and then greeted the director and the male and female leads.

Then he looked at Mai Sakurajima, who had been quietly standing to the side.

The girl wore a dark red dress today, with her delicate white collarbone showing beneath her long black hair. Her long legs, clad in black stockings, were faintly visible. She exuded an air of maturity amidst her elegance, and coupled with her cute and exquisite face, she was the epitome of pure and alluring beauty.

"come on!"

Kitahara made a cheering gesture.

Mai Sakurajima's eyes curved into crescent moons as she smiled.

"Remember to wait for me when we go back later."

"it is good."

Kitahara Makoto nodded and then walked into the theater.

I sat down in my seat.

It didn't take long.

Almost all the guests have arrived.

The creative team went on stage to express their gratitude and said some polite words.

Then he walked down from the stage, the theater lights dimmed, and the movie officially began...

……

After the movie ends.

Kitahara Makoto drove Sakurajima Mai back to the villa.

As soon as she entered, Mai Sakurajima couldn't wait to stick close to her.

"Uuuuuuu..."

For a long time, the lips are divided.

Why are you so excited today?

Looking at his rosy little face, Kitahara Makoto couldn't help but lower his head and peck him again.

Because I'm happy and joyful.

Mai Sakurajima said breathlessly, her eyes brimming with tears.

"Aren't you going to wait for the box office data at midnight?"

Mai Sakurajima said very seriously.

"I became an actor simply because I love acting. I've never cared about whether I did well or became famous."

"Because I have someone more worthy of my attention!"

Sakurajima Mai looked at Kitahara Makoto with tender eyes.

Kitahara was deeply moved by her straightforward confession.

Although Mai Sakurajima spent less time with him than Utaha Kasumigaoka and Megumi Kato.

But her feelings for him were no less than those for the two women.

If love also has different levels.

The three women undoubtedly had the highest level of affection for him.

Moved, Kitahara kissed Sakurajima Mai again.

"Uuuuuuu..."

Just as Sakurajima Mai reached out to unbutton her clothes.

Kitahara Makoto stopped her again.

"what happened?"

Sakurajima Mai's large eyes showed confusion.

Kitahara Shin said with a mischievous grin.

"Don't take it off, I like it this way."

"..."

Sakurajima Mai rolled her eyes at him, but still obediently turned her back to him, following his lead...

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……

After the release of the film version of "No Longer Human".

It grossed a total of 1.12 billion yen at the box office.

Although it can't compare to those animated feature films that cost billions or tens of billions.

However, compared to its production cost.

Dongbao 113 still made a small profit.

There is a tradition in the entertainment industry of idolizing successful people.

They believe that by collaborating with successful people, they are more likely to succeed next time.

So after "No Longer Human" made money.

Sony Columbia immediately announced that it would produce a film version of "Norwegian Wood".

Sony Columbia initially agreed to help promote "Norwegian Wood" for free in North America.

And as a price.

They acquired the global film and television adaptation rights to "Norwegian Wood".

Sony Columbia invited Makoto Kitahara to be the screenwriter.

However, Kitahara Shin declined, citing a lack of time.

He was unwilling to be an editor.

Sony Columbia invited him, as the original author, to serve as an interviewer for the auditioning actors, and gave him considerable authority.

Sony Columbia extended invitations repeatedly and with great sincerity.

Because of their help in "Norwegian Wood".

Kitahara Makoto had no choice but to reluctantly agree in the end.

He agreed to participate in the public audition for "Norwegian Wood".

At this time, news that Columbia Pictures was going to film a Japanese version of "Norwegian Wood" had spread throughout the entire Japanese entertainment industry.

This is a huge opportunity that could potentially connect with a Hollywood giant like Columbia Pictures.

Countless male and female actors are eager to prove themselves, secretly vying for dominance...

.......................................

I'm begging for automatic subscriptions, flowers, monthly tickets, and some data, guys!

Chapter 58: Nobody's home tonight

Audition for "Norwegian Wood".

Outside the room, some male and female actors were actively preparing for their audition.

Inside the room, Kitahara Makoto, producer Kawamoto Yasuki, and director Kosugi Yusuke sat together.

Today, these three will be in charge of the actor auditions.

Kitahara Makoto sat in the chair, waiting listlessly.

He came with the mindset of just going through the motions.

After all, he doesn't know anything about making movies.

If it weren't for Sony Columbia's overwhelming hospitality...

There was no way to refuse.

He really didn't want to waste his time here.

Wouldn't it be better to spend more time with your girlfriend or do some other work instead?

"Producer Kawamoto, may we begin the auditions?"

A staff member came in and asked.

Kawamoto Yasuki gestured to Kitahara Masakazu with his eyes.

Seeing that neither of them had any objections, he nodded and said.

"let's start!"

Soon, a handsome young male artist pushed open the door and entered, then bowed respectfully.

"Hello, teachers. My name is..."

This person is here to audition for the male lead, 'Watanabe'.

After listening to his self-introduction.

The director asked him to perform a crying scene on set.

The male celebrity seemed somewhat unprepared, or perhaps he was too nervous.