Who says Beijing Film Academy has no great directors? (2002)

Chapter 89 of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" breaks records! (Seeking first-day subscriptions)

When Chen Yan was diligently filming, both "Alice in Wonderland" and "Kekexili" were nearing the end of their theatrical run.

However, there are only a few theaters left to see "Kekexili," and there are fewer people discussing the film online than discussing Lu Chuan's sexuality.

Alice in Wonderland received rave reviews.

On November 1, after discussing with Chen Yan, Kyushu Audio-Visual decided to premiere the show simultaneously on Chongqing TV and Shanghai TV.

CCTV couldn't reach an agreement at all. At the end of 2004, the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television had just issued a "ban on broadcasting computer and internet game programs." As the first fantasy TV series adapted from a game, "Chinese Paladin" just happened to be caught in the crossfire.

On the first day of its broadcast, "Chinese Paladin" achieved a viewership rating of over 3 on both television stations, breaking the record for premiere viewership ratings in recent years.

Chen Yan's chosen promotional strategy is to "downplay the label of fantasy games and focus on promoting patriotism and chivalry."

After entrusting all publicity and distribution to others, Chen Yan obediently joined the filming crew for "So Young".

Seeing such high ratings, Tangren Media couldn't sit still.

Cai Yinong contacted Yao Zhuangxian, the copyright holder of the Legend of Sword and Fairy series, again.

"President Yao, I'd like to seek authorization for a sequel to 'The Legend of Sword and Fairy'. I'm very optimistic about this project." In her hand was a previous plan for "The Legend of Sword and Fairy," which had been supplemented with ideas for a sequel.

The story unfolds along two parallel lines: one featuring Zi Xuan and Xu Changqing, and the other featuring Tang Xuejian and Jing Tian.

Looking at this woman who wouldn't give up until she saw the Yellow River, Yao Zhuangxian truly admired her persistence. She had come to see him no less than ten times in the past few days.

Yao Zhuangxian gave a wry smile: "President Cai, I believe you are very optimistic about this project and willing to put in the effort and time to do it, but I'm really sorry, we have signed a three-year exclusive agreement with Chen Yan Film and Television for live-action film and television, and we cannot breach the agreement to grant a second license."

He didn't expect Chen Yan to adapt it so well. He has been watching all the recent Legend of Sword and Fairy series, and everything from the costumes and props to the actors and production is excellent.

In that case, what reason would he have to breach the contract?

He'll need to raise the price for the next license, because "Chinese Paladin" is really popular.

Chen Yan followed the filming schedule routinely every day, refusing all media interviews.

Youth campus dramas are bound to be filled with melodrama, and he already foresaw how the industry would criticize him after the show aired, saying that Chen Yanjiang had run out of ideas and could only rehash old campus dramas.

But after seeing the high box office, they will all rush to eat their own leftovers.

After "Love is Not Blind" became a hit, many similar chick flicks appeared in the film industry, and some of them actually managed to make a living from the leftovers.

After "Love" became a hit, several other films about parents' love stories suddenly appeared on the market, claiming to be similar to "Love".

Chen Yan was used to it: those who learn from me live, those who imitate me die.

Go ahead and do it.

As soon as a scene ended, a stagehand ran up and said, "Director Chen, there's a Mr. Cai outside who wants to visit you."

Chen Yan looked away from the camera.

"President Cai? Cai Yinong, huh?"

The stagehand scratched his head and replied, "She said she's from China."

Chen Yan frowned. "What's she doing here?"

"Fine, let her wait for me in the reception room." He's the kind of guy who won't do anything without a profit.

Chen Yan reviewed the footage from earlier, announced a break, and then got up and left.

As soon as the door to the meeting room opened, Cai Yinong stood up and approached with a big smile: "Director Chen, it's been a long time!"

Chen Yan raised an eyebrow slightly: "It really has been a long time. Is there anything I can help you with, Mr. Cai?"

Chen Yan sat at the head of the table and gently raised his hand: "President Cai, please have a seat."

Cai Yinong was somewhat embarrassed, as her previous proposals for a buyout, collaboration, and personnel selection had all been rejected.

However, the Legend of Sword and Fairy is an IP that is guaranteed to be a hit, so she shamelessly came back again.

"Director Chen, I've come to discuss the development of a sequel to the Legend of Sword and Fairy series. Perhaps my planning wasn't comprehensive enough last time, so this time I..."

Chen Yan raised his hand to interrupt Cai Yinong's speech, "President Cai, I have already reached a preliminary cooperation agreement with Kyushu Audio-Visual regarding the development of this sequel to the Legend of Sword and Fairy series. You're late."

Cai Yinong's face immediately darkened.

How come I'm a step too slow again!

Then Cai Yinong wondered if Chen Yan was doing it on purpose. Logically speaking, Tangren hadn't offended Chen Yan Film and Television, so why did Chen Yan keep her at arm's length once or twice?

Thus, Cai Yinong swallowed her subsequent thoughts, indicating that Chen Yan had no intention of letting Tangren get involved in this IP.

Then there's no need to even mention giving Liu Shishi the role of Xuejian or Longkui.

Cai Yinong said self-deprecatingly, "That's really unfortunate. I was a step too slow last time, and it's the same again this time. It seems that Tangren Media and the Legend of Sword and Fairy series are destined to be apart."

"Yes, it's a pity we weren't meant to work together." Chen Yan replied indifferently, but there was no trace of regret on his face.

"Excuse me, Director Chen." Cai Yinong slowly stood up.

Reaching the door, he reluctantly turned back.

Chen Yan looked up at her with suspicion, "Is there anything else, Ms. Cai?"

Cai Yinong tentatively asked, "Director Chen, can we exchange roles for the male and female leads in the sequel?"

Chen Yan couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"What? Mr. Cai, you're not joking, are you?"

They're asking me to exchange resources with them? That's very interesting.

Chen Yan's eyes held a teasing glint: "Hmm, what resources does President Cai have? Right now, Yi Fei might need a leading lady in a top Hollywood film production."

It's obvious they're asking if Cai Yinong can offer such good resources in exchange.

In her previous life, when Tangren Media dominated the scene with "Chinese Paladin," they still couldn't produce any decent film resources and had to rely on their artists to fight for them. In this life, it's even more out of the question; Chen Yan has already knocked her out of the game.

Chen Yan looked at Cai Yinong with a mocking expression, his eyes saying, "Do you think I'd even look at your paltry fortune?"

Cai Yinong was speechless. That was outrageous! Top Hollywood resources—where was she supposed to get them for her?

"What about TV dramas?" Cai Yinong felt a little embarrassed by Chen Yan's stare, and her face flushed.

"President Cai, please stop joking. Yifei won't be taking on any more TV dramas for the next few years." Chen Yan ruthlessly crushed Cai Yinong's last bit of hope.

Liu Yifei's popularity has reached a high level. Although she hasn't reached Gong Li's level yet, she is already one of the best among actresses of her generation.

Even among younger viewers, Liu Yifei has surpassed the former.

Chen Yan found it funny that Cai Yinong could open her mouth like that.

"Well... maybe we can work together again sometime." Cai Yinong turned and left, her face flushed, her steps a little unsteady.

They didn't even say goodbye.

Once outside, Cai Yinong let out a long sigh of relief. She always felt immense pressure whenever she saw Chen Yan, and this time it was even more so.

But I only used Liu Yifei for marketing once, is it really necessary to treat me like this? Isn't this how everyone in the entertainment industry does things?

Cai Yinong looked back in Chen Yan's direction, her eyes filled with humiliation and hatred.

But after she had just mustered up the courage to compete, she lost her nerve when she thought about Liu Yifei's current status.

Chen Yan got up and returned to the set, where he spoke to the production assistant.

"Next time you see this woman, just turn her away. No need to report to me." Chen Yan confirmed once again that this woman was a bit mentally unstable.

I don't know what she was thinking. After putting down Liu Yifei, she still dared to ask me for resources and cooperation.

Brain watted.