Chapter 258: Immortal Guidance, Win-win Cooperation

Although there was an unpleasant incident, the meeting still had to go on.

However, Lin Yicheng didn't hear what the person behind him said.

It's all nonsense, there's no need to listen to it.

He was thinking about what had just happened.

As the saying goes, there must be a monster when something goes wrong.

This is a meeting organized by the General Administration, and there are many leaders sitting on the stage.

It was very abnormal for Wang Laoer to suddenly attack in such a situation.

What he said was certainly a slap in Lin Yicheng's face.

But what will the leader think? Where will the leader save face?

Wang Laoer is not a fool.

Could it be that he has something to rely on?
Or, was he instructed by someone?
The first one is easier to deal with, as the two kings of Huayi have support, and Lin Yicheng is not barefoot either.

The latter one is problematic. The person who can order the two kings around must be someone extraordinary. If such a person were to deal with Lin Yicheng, he would have no choice but to be cautious.

It's certainly a great feeling to fight against heaven and earth and to beat this and that.

Lin Yicheng also gained a great reputation through his repeated actions.

The Galaxy Film and Television Company also took this opportunity to fight its way out of the circle and establish its foothold.

But this has a side effect.

There are too many enemies.

I have offended too many people.

If these people wanted to do something behind the scenes, it would be difficult for Lin Yicheng to find out who they were for a while.
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At around 11 o'clock, the meeting, which had lasted for more than two hours, ended.

As for the effect, it cannot be said that it has no effect at all, but it is no different from not using it.

"Mr. Lin, let's find a place to have lunch together?" Fatty Yu invited.

"Okay, no problem." Lin Yicheng agreed readily.

The two came to a private restaurant.

While waiting for the food to be served, the two started chatting.

"Mr. Lin, Wang Laoer seems a little abnormal today." Fatty Yu spoke first.

"I've been thinking about this, too. Mr. Yu, can you help me analyze it?"

Fatty Yu has been in this circle for so many years, and it must not be for nothing.

Lin Yicheng himself hadn't figured it out yet, so he wanted to hear his opinion.

Father, like son.

"Anyone with a discerning eye can see what your attitude towards Huayi is and what you think."

After hearing this, Lin Yicheng just smiled, which was considered as his agreement.

He didn't say anything either, just listened quietly.
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"Boss Lin, Huayi was able to become the leader of the Beijing circle, and those two brothers were able to succeed. Do you know the reason behind this?"

"Ok?"

"It's true that the eldest of these two brothers only knows how to buy oil paintings, and the second only knows how to sleep with women, but don't underestimate them. Many people think that these two brothers are just lucky and happened to catch the trend." Fatty Yu paused and said, "At first, I thought so too."

Fatty Yu sneered and continued, "In fact, a few years ago, I did have ideas about Huayi, and even took action a few times, but they all failed in the end. As far as I know, Lao Wang from Guangguang also tried some tricks, and the result was the same as mine."

Lin Yicheng was a little surprised. This was the first time he heard of such inside information.

"The reason is very simple. Huayi has a lot of money. Otherwise, with so many people competing, how could these two brothers get the first private film and television shooting license in China?"

Fatty Yu pointed at himself and said, "Do you know the full name of my company?"

"Polybona." Lin Yicheng nodded.

“That’s why I was able to get the first film distribution license in the country that year.”

After hearing this, Lin Yicheng understood what Fatty Yu meant.

He has a general understanding of the situation of Poly Group.

Its behind-the-scenes shareholders are basically people of the same status as Brother Xu, and some of them are even higher in status than Brother Xu.

In later generations, after Huayi's decline, why did Bona take the lead?
Fatty Yu is capable, has good vision, and knows how to handle things, but this is only one aspect.

Poly is the key reason.

"The Taking of Tiger Mountain by Strategy", "Operation Mekong", "Operation Red Sea", "The Captain", "The Bravest", "Call for the Crown" and "Changjin Lake", etc. Just look at the partners and endorsers of these films and you will know.

Lin Yicheng was silent for a while.

In all walks of life, any company or big boss that has developed to a certain level.

Is there any one who really started from scratch?

It goes without saying that Huayin Energy is the first private film and television company, and then becomes the leader in the Beijing circle and the "first stock in private film and television".
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At this time, Fatty Yu spoke again slowly.

"I suffered a loss, so of course I had to figure out the tricks behind it. After thinking about it for a long time, I finally figured it out."

"It is said that after Zhao Kuangyin was crowned emperor, he treated the Chai family well. Although the Chai family lost their power, they lived a comfortable life. Isn't it all written in the Water Margin? In the martial arts world, which hero dares not to give some face to 'Little Tornado' Chai Jin?"

"Now, Xiaoqing's family's shop, which had been passed down for 300 generations and nearly years, suddenly went bankrupt. Just like what was shown on TV, Xiaoqing had no way to make a living and could only rely on selling off her family property. After several decades of hard work, all her family property was sold out and she could barely afford to eat. She almost starved to death."

"It just so happened that Dahong opened a new company at this time. Since Xiaoqing was one of the 56 fellow villagers, he wanted to help him and let him work in his company."

"In the beginning, Xiaoqing was really grateful to Dahong for helping her through the difficult times, and she also treated Dahong's company as her own career."

"But people's minds change over time. As time goes by, Xiaoqing sees Dahong's business growing bigger and bigger, and she starts to miss the days when she was the shopkeeper. After all, he was the one who had the final say back then."

"So, Xiaoqing started to interfere in the company's affairs, and called all her relatives to come. Some were responsible for publicity, some were responsible for sales, and some were responsible for product inspection."

"This way, Xiaoqing will have the final say on what products to produce and sell in the future."

"Boss Lin, do you understand what I mean?"

"Oh, I see." Lin Yicheng also smiled.

By now, Xiaoqing's gang has gone through decades of development and has become well-established and powerful.

Just look at the people who are out in the open.

For example, a certain box office winner of 56 billion always mentions his ancestors.

For example, a judge on "The Voice of China" always talks about his or her last name.

Why are there so many pigtail dramas in recent years? Today it’s about the emperor, tomorrow it’s about that dynasty, and the day after tomorrow it’s about secret history.

Is it really because ordinary people like to watch it?
Because someone took the photo like this on purpose!

Movies and TV dramas can subtly change many people's concepts and ideas.

In later generations, things became even more outrageous.

It’s nothing for a “fifty-year-old lady” to guard the national border.

An old witch who loves to maintain her garden is almost being turned into a "heroine"!
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"Wang Lao Er's attack on you today in this situation may be a warning. Now that you have conquered the Hong Kong circle, who will be the next one? Huayi is at the critical juncture of listing. How can they not worry about you giving them a blow?"

"Of course he has the confidence since he has someone to rely on. Didn't you see that those people on the stage didn't say anything? Among them, who is Xiaoqing's relative? Who is Xiaoqing's friend? It's hard to say."

"I even suspect that the purpose of today's meeting is not to discuss going overseas at all. It is very likely to provide such a stage for Wang Laoer."

"Think about it. He even dared to warn you in person. What would those colleagues who were present at the time think? Would they have to put away their little thoughts and not dare to make any small moves?"

"So, I'm giving you a piece of advice. Before Huayi goes public, don't take any action against them. How many people are eagerly waiting for that day, waiting to make a fortune. If you ruin their plans, the person you'll offend will be..." Fatty Yu reminded.

"Thank you, I'm grateful for your advice." Lin Yicheng's heart suddenly trembled.

There is no need to explain everything, just understand it.

Lin Yicheng picked up the tea on the table and toasted Fatty Yu.

These words of gratitude came from the bottom of his heart.

"You're welcome. We are allies and this is what we should do." Fatty Yu said with a smile.

"Speaking of which, Mr. Yu, I want to apologize to you."

"Well, where did this come from?" Fatty Yu was stunned.

"It's about the Hong Kong circle. After all this trouble I've made, it's going to be difficult for you, Mr. Yu, to do business." Lin Yicheng said.

Bona's main business is distribution, and its main business is the distribution of Hong Kong films. The Hong Kong industry was hit by Lin Yicheng and basically had no output, so Bona was naturally greatly affected.

"Hey, it doesn't matter. I don't like those bastards anyway, and I've been irritated by them over the years. You helping me vent my anger by dealing with them." Fatty Yu waved his hand.
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"You can't say that. Let's keep things separate." Lin Yicheng said seriously.

"We are allies. Since you have suffered losses because of me, I must make compensation."

"Oh? What compensation? Want me to invest more in your next movie?" Fatty Yu asked with a smile.

"Okay. But I don't want to talk about this. I want to talk about something else, about Bona's development path."

“Tell me about it.” Fatty Yu also stopped smiling.

Fatty Yu still admires Lin Yicheng very much, so he also takes Lin Yicheng's suggestions seriously.

"In my opinion, Bona has a problem that needs to be solved. Previously, you were mainly engaged in distribution. Although there was not much risk and it was a sure win, the actual profit was not much. It was just hard-earned money."

"Yes, that's true." Fatty Yu nodded.

"Moreover, if you don't produce your own work and lose the upstream links, you won't have the initiative."

"Boss Lin, to be honest, I also want to produce my own films, but I don't have anyone to help me. Let's not talk about those from Hong Kong and Taiwan, let's just talk about the few directors in the mainland who can make money. Lao Mouzi is with Zhang Baimao, Feng Kuzi is with Er Wang, and the only big director left, Kaige, doesn't think highly of me."

As he spoke, Fatty Yu patted his thigh.

"Honestly, if I were like you, able to direct and act, I would have done it myself. Unfortunately, I don't have the ability or the looks."
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"You mentioned Lao Mouzi just now. Mr. Yu, you should pay more attention to him. There may be opportunities in the future." Lin Yicheng said.

"Huh?" Fatty Yu was a little confused.

"You also know Zhang Baimao. He is a pure swindler. Lao Mouzi has a lot of ideas of his own. There is a seven-year itch between husband and wife, let alone the two of them?" Lin Yicheng said with a smile.

"You mean, there will be problems between them?" Fatty Yu asked.

"Lao Mouzi is busy with the Olympics now, so he won't be able to make movies in the short term. If he doesn't make movies, Zhang Baimao will have no income. When the Olympics are over, Zhang Baimao, who is so poor, will be able to resist giving orders to Lao Mouzi?"

"That makes sense." Fatty Yu nodded in agreement.

"Moreover, there is a big conflict between these two people. Zhang Baimao made a lot of money, but Lao Mouzi didn't get much as a director's fee. He put in the most effort, but earned the least. How could Lao Mouzi have no problem with that?"

"Hearing what you said, Lao Mouzi is quite patient."

"Hold it? Oh, how can he not bear it? Zhang Baimao has the leverage over him."

"What handle?" Fatty Yu was curious.

Lin Yicheng smiled, dipped his hand in the tea, and wrote a few words on the table.

"There is such a thing?" Fatty Yu was a little surprised.

"Of course." Lin Yicheng nodded first, then said: "So, you can keep an eye on these two people, and when their conflict breaks out, you can take Lao Mouzi under your wing."

"Haha, that's easy. Even if they don't break up with each other, I can still help them." Fatty Yu laughed, his laugh was a bit sinister.

Lin Yicheng also laughed.

If nothing unexpected happens, it will be several years before the two Zhangs separate.

But with Fatty Yu's participation and planning, Lin Yicheng believed that this time would definitely be greatly shortened.

Lin Yicheng himself did not want Lao Mouzi and was unwilling to recruit him into Galaxy Film and Television Company.

But he would never let Lao Mouzi fall into the arms of Accountant Jia as he did in his previous life.

Then, it would be very appropriate to push him to Fatty Yu.

This is called "Rather give it to friendly forces than to foreign enemies."

After all, once Lin Yicheng acquires the video website, he will be a colleague of Accountant Jia.

Lin Yicheng was unwilling to accompany Accountant Jia in "suffocating for his dream", so they could only become competitors.
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"Lao Mouzi is like distant water, which cannot quench your immediate thirst, Mr. Yu." Lin Yicheng returned to the previous topic.

"Right now, you, Bona, actually have other options."

"What way out?" asked Fatty Yu.

"Patch." Lin Yicheng uttered two words.

The so-called batch films, also known as buyout films, refer to films in which domestic film distributors buy out the screening rights of foreign films from foreign film distributors at a fixed price, and the foreign film distributors do not participate in the Chinese box office share.

This is different from the import film introduction rights of China Film Group Corporation and Huaying Film Group Corporation.

The films introduced by China Film Group and Huaying Film Group have to share the profits with foreign film producers.

Bulk films are a one-time deal, and whether you make a profit or a loss depends entirely on your luck and vision.

Seeing that Fatty Yu was somewhat interested, Lin Yicheng said, "You and Mr. Han are old colleagues and have a long-standing relationship. You are also familiar with the people in China Film. Submitting it to China Film for preliminary review will not be a problem for you."

"As for the screening permit from the General Administration, it shouldn't be difficult to get it given your connections."

"Currently, Hollywood films are the most popular among foreign-language films, followed by Japanese and Korean films. You can cast a wide net and catch as many fish as you can. The cost of making such films is not high anyway, so as long as you bet on the right thing, the profits are still very high."

"Good idea!" Fatty Yu's eyes suddenly lit up.

Actually, the work he did before was similar to buying bulk films.

It’s just that before people chose Hong Kong films, but now they choose foreign language films.

"Do you want to do it together? I still believe in your vision. I'll pay and you'll do the work. We'll talk about how to divide the profits later." Fatty Yu suggested.

"I'll forget it." Lin Yicheng shook his head, "My identity is not suitable."

When it comes to buying bulk films, who can compare with him, a time traveler, in terms of vision?
It’s a pity that he can’t earn this money.

Then we can only leave it to Fatty Yu. Fatty Yu has a good appetite and doesn’t care about these things anyway.

"That's right, you are indeed not suitable." Fatty Yu said suddenly.

At today's meeting, Lin Yicheng bluntly said that Wang Laoer "led the Japanese here", and if he turned around and went to buy a batch of films, he would be slapping himself in the face.

"However, if you are unsure about a certain film, I can help you take a look. As for the profit sharing, forget it." Lin Yicheng went on to say.

"It's a deal then." Fatty Yu clapped his hands and said with a smile.

Lin Yicheng also laughed.

The "coal circle" of coal bosses will mainly produce horror films and marginal films in the future.

Yu Pangzi's Bona is responsible for introducing batch films.

Both friendly companies will have good development.
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Moreover, there is another benefit to allowing Bona to import batch films.

Why do domestic audiences like to watch Hollywood movies?
A very crucial point is that among all the Hollywood movies imported, there are very few bad ones.

After all, this was carefully selected by China Film Group and Huaying Film Group, and has also been verified in the North American market.

For their own interests, China Film Group and Huaying Film Group will of course choose to import those films with high box office revenue. Those Hollywood crappy films cannot enter the country at all and domestic audiences cannot see them.

In this way, domestic audiences will form the impression that all Hollywood movies are good movies.

But if Bona imported a large number of batches of films, the situation would be different.

The quality of batch films varies greatly, and there are inevitably many bad ones among them.

When the audience watches more, they will find that Hollywood movies are not perfect either, and there are also bad movies.

Gradually, the audience's filter for Hollywood will fade, and they will not trust the name of Hollywood so blindly in the future.

This situation actually happened in later generations, but it was nearly ten years later.

Lin Yicheng couldn't wait that long.

He wants to move the process forward.

As long as there are cracks in Hollywood's invincible halo, he will be able to achieve twice the result with half the effort when dealing with Hollywood in the future.

Therefore, this time he gave Fatty some advice that Bona would get benefits in the next few years, while he would get long-term benefits in the future.

This is called a win-win.

As for what the future of Bona will be after he strikes down Hollywood, what will be the future of Bona?

Well, I will give directions to Fatty Yu when the time comes.

We can't let our allies down, right?
　Chapter 174 was forced to be revised in the afternoon.

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