Nestled in the crisp Pacific Ocean coast of West Los Angeles and at the foot of Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills is known as the "World's Most Exclusive Residential Area" and is one of the most famous cities in Los Angeles. At the same time, it is also the mecca of the world film industry, and during the annual awards season, various awards are filled with awards, such as the Golden Globe Awards, the Producers Guild Awards, the Screen Actors Guild Awards, the Grammy Awards, the Independent Spirit Awards, the Oscars, and the American Association for the Advancement of Civil Rights for Colored People Awards are held here.

The world-renowned Hilton Beverly Hills is located at the intersection of Wilchery Avenue and Santa Monica Avenue. The hotel has 569 guest rooms, including 101 suites, and more than 60,000 square feet (approximately 5,574 square meters) of indoor and outdoor event space on the ground floor, including the most famous international ballroom, which is the perfect venue for international events, where the annual Golden Globe Awards are held.

And tonight, the cocktail party of "Red Cliff" will also be held in this well-known hotel.

At this time, in a medium-sized banquet hall of the hotel, Lin Yuquan was looking at the layout of the reception site with satisfaction, and it was indeed a public relations planning company specializing in the Oscar publicity war, and the layout of the entire cocktail party gave people a very comfortable feeling, from color, to decoration, to space utilization. It's all just right. The $100,000 cost is well worth it.

"Lin. How's that, are you satisfied? "Fox Searchlight's president, Jeff. Ayres said with a smile.

"Great, thank you, Jeff, but isn't this ballroom too big? We don't always have so many people at our receptions. Lin Yuquan frowned and said, among the banquet halls of the Hilton Hotel, the area of this banquet hall is not large, but it is not small. Enough to bear the scale of 300 people,

A cocktail reception of this size may not be a big deal for other Hollywood films, but for "Red Cliff," it's definitely more than enough, after all, he has no connections with Dawning Pictures in Hollywood or North America, and although the reception is quite grand, it would be bad if not many people came to the show.

"No, no, Lin, you're underestimating your influence. There are so many actors and media reporters out there who want to know you out there that you can't imagine, I can guarantee you. After hearing the news of our release, these people will definitely flock to it, you don't have to worry about no one coming, rest assured, tonight's cocktail party is sure to be very lively. "Jeff. Ayers shook his head and chuckled.

Lin Yuquan already knew that his movies were very popular with fans when he came to Los Angeles last time, but he didn't have any idea of his influence in Hollywood. Ayres was so confident that it diluted the worry in his heart.

"Okay, Jeff, I'll see."

"Lin, I'm sure you won't be disappointed then." Jeff. Ailes smiled, and under the leadership of his familiarity, Lin Yuquan and Xiao Ran and Ye Zetao, who were traveling with him, visited this magnificent hotel.

As night falls, in some places it has fallen into darkness and silence, but the entire Beverly Hills is illuminated by the lights of countless hotels, department stores, top brand flagship stores, cinemas, and mansions.

At this time, the cocktail party that made Lin Yuquan a little nervous finally began.

"Lin, this is Harvey, the founder of Miramax Films. Weinstein, Harvey, this is Kung Fu Lin. "Jeff. Ailes said with a smile on his face, pointing to a rough-faced old man beside him.

"Hello, Mr. Weinstein, nice to meet you." Lin Yuquan and Harvey enthusiastically. Weinstein shook hands, and he was certainly no stranger to the famous Weinstein brothers, especially Harvey. Weinstein, the other party is Hollywood's public relations master in addition to the name, and it can even be said that he personally opened the mode of public relations for the Olympic bid, over the years, Miramax's films have almost become Oscar winners, he has previously seen a set of statistics about the Oscars, as of this year, Miramax has been nominated for a total of 249 Oscars since its inception, and won back 60 statuettes, such results are absolutely incredible in a number of independent film companies, And the creator of this qiē is the man in front of him who is called "the man who helped Shakespeare in Love defeat Private Ryan." ”

"Hi Lin, I'm glad to meet you, and here, I'm going to add to what Jeff just introduced me, I'm the founder of Miramax, but now I've left that company and now I'm the president of Weinstein Pictures." Harvey. Weinstein smiled.

I'm afraid Lin Yuquan doesn't know the situation, Jeff. Ayres laughed and added, "In September, Harvey and Bob had split up from Disney, Miramax went to Disney, and the two brothers continued to run Miramax's Timon Film Company and the company's partnership with Miramax, and later they formed a new company called The Weinstein Company. ”

It turned out to be a self-supporting portal, thinking that it was a conflict with Disney, Lin Yuquan understood it and sighed: "I didn't expect Mr. Weinstein to leave Miramax, to be honest, it is really not easy to leave the company he founded himself." ”

"Who says it's not, it's been 26 years in a flash, and over the years, step by step, the company with only a few people has developed to the point where it is now, and there have been too many unforgettable memories in the middle, so naturally it is not that you can leave with your hands. And although our experience and connections have no impact on Miramax, we can no longer use the name of the company named after my parents. "Harvey. Weinstein's words were a little muffled. For Miramax. The two brothers have a deep affection. But since the company was acquired by Disney, although it has received financial support, it has also lost too much autonomy, not to mention anything else, in the past few years, Disney has not only vetoed their idea of making a large-scale film, but also rejected their operation of Peter. Jackson's plan for "The Lord of the Rings" watched as the New Line Company later became a big success. How not to be angry.

"It's not easy to leave, but since it's definitely because it's the best solution, I'm sure it's going to be the beginning of another Weinstein brothers saga." Lin Yuquan didn't know the details, and said with a smile.

"Thank you, in fact, after watching "Huo Yuanjia" and "Red Cliff", I have been looking forward to working with you Lin, do you have any ideas to make movies in Hollywood, let's make a big one?" Harvey. Weinstein said excitedly.

He and Bob have always wanted to make a real blockbuster, which was previously suppressed by Disney. Now you can do it. Of course, if you want to do it, you can't do it right away, you must first have a suitable director or script. The brothers' direct director, Quentin. Tarantino, Kevin. Although Smith is talented, he is good at small and medium-budget films. Lin Yuquan is different, especially his ability to show in "Red Cliff" is enough to be the director of the A-level blockbuster Zuò.

In fact, he came to the "Red Cliff" cocktail party today to establish a relationship with Lin Yuquan, a director with unlimited potential.

"Ahem, old Harvey, don't forget I'm still here! Lin Ke is our Fox Searchlight partner. Lin, if you are going to come to Hollywood to make a movie, we at Fox Searchlight will give you the best conditions for cooperation, whether it is the investment budget or the box office share, it will definitely satisfy you. "Jeff, who has been watching Xiàn before. Ailes finally couldn't sit still anymore and said hurriedly.

"Hehe, what's the use of just talking, whose conditions are better, you will know when the time comes." Harvey. Weinstein smiled slyly like an old fox.

This guy, Jeff. Ailes was anxious in his heart, and said quietly: "Do I just say it, I will know then, Lin, don't worry, our Focus searchlight has the greatest sincerity." ”

Lin Yuquan watched the two compete with each other with amusement in his heart, waiting for Jeff. After Ayres finished speaking, he said with a smile: "Of course I hope to have the opportunity to work with the two of you, but I shouldn't come to Hollywood for a short time to develop, and now I'm preparing to shoot my own new film, as for the future, it depends on the situation, in fact, we might as well change the way of cooperation, in addition to being a director, I am also the owner of a film company, if your film needs to introduce other investors, I can join in." ”

Lin Yuquan is not short of money, and he is not afraid of taking the so-called investment risks, so he has no need to consider the introduction of investors, and cooperating with other film and television companies to expand the influence of Shuguang Film Company is exactly what he wants.

In Hollywood, it is normal for film companies to introduce external investors, although they did not directly get the opportunity to cooperate with Lin Yuquan, but the two still agreed without hesitation, no matter what, it is a good thing to be able to pull down a potential investment partner for their films, and maybe there will be cooperation opportunities in the future.

After a brief chat, Harvey. Weinstein departed, and no longer delayed Lin Yuquan to receive the other guests. Under Ayles's threading of the needle, Lin Yuquan smoothly met many Hollywood people who had never thought of it.

"Lin, this is Perry of the Los Angeles Times. Jones, hey, Perry, this is Kung Fu Lin. ”

"Lin, this is Catherine. Haigel, whose role in "Grey's Anatomy" this year is one of the most watched dramas in North America this year, with nearly 20 million viewers, Catherine, this is the kung fu Lin who set off the kung fu craze. ”

"Lin, this is Diane. Lynn, George. "The Perfect Storm" starring Clooney must be familiar to you, she is the heroine of the movie, and she was previously nominated for the Oscar for Best Actress for "Infidelity", Diane, this is Kung Fu Lin. ”

"Lin, this is Josh. Brolin, he starred in "Transparent Demons" Maybe you have an impression, Josh, this is Kung Fu Lin. ”

Although Lin Yuquan was busy with the endless stream of guests, as long as he saw the overcrowded cocktail party, Lin Yuquan only felt comfortable.

"Lin, I'm right. There were a lot of people who came to the cocktail party. "Jeff. Ayres said with a slight hint of meaning.

"Yes. Jeff. This qiē is thanks to your help, otherwise we would definitely be in a hurry and would not have achieved such an effect. Lin Yuquan said gratefully.

"Hehe, we're partners, aren't we? And I'm just talking about it, and the specifics are all left to the PR company. "Jeff. Ayres smiled and said that the whole of Fox now attaches great importance to Lin Yuquan, a young director from China, and releases Lin Yuquan's films through Guò. They have been rewarded handsomely, "Huo Yuanjia" has brought them tens of millions of dollars in profits, and "Red Cliff" has paid a lot of advertising costs, but it is conservatively estimated that their final profits will reach 30 million US dollars, which alone is enough for them to treat Lin Yuquan as a guest, not to mention, Lin Yuquan has shown such amazing talent at such a young age, and there is no harm in maintaining a good relationship with him.

"Anyway, you helped us a lot, and after "Red Cliff" won the Golden Globe and Oscars, I will invite you to dinner." Lin Yuquan said with a smile.

"Good! Yes. I didn't expect him to really come. "Europeans and Americans are more bold, so Jeff. Ayers agreed without hesitation. An exclamation followed.

Lin Yuquan naturally also saw the mighty man striding towards them, Stallone, it turned out to be Stallone, this is definitely the most familiar one among the guests who came tonight, "Rocky" and "First Blood" The two action movie series He has watched more than once, among the action movie stars in Europe and the United States, his favorite is Stallone, not only is he very capable of playing on the screen, but he can be called all-round, painter, actor, screenwriter, director, producer, he has achieved remarkable results in every profession Just like Jeff. Ayers said, I didn't expect him to really come.

"Hi Sylvester, I read that right, it's really you." Jeff. Ailes said with joy in his eyes.

"Of course, Jeff." Sylvester. Stallone laughed and came to the two of them, grabbed Lin Yuquan's hand and said, "Hi, Yuquan. Lin, I've finally met you in person, and your movies and your work in the videos you uploaded on Youtobe are fantastic. ”

"Hello, Mr. Stallone, you can just call me Lin, I'm glad to meet you, I really like your performances in "Rocky" and "First Blood." Lin Yuquan said with a smile and shook Stallone's hand vigorously.

"Really? That's my pleasure, Arnold and Mikey and I both love your cool kung fu, have they arrived? Arnold has always said that he wants to fight with you! Stallone laughed.

Arnold is obviously referring to Arnold. Schwarzenegger, Mickey, and Lin Yuquan don't know who they are referring to, but no one mentioned Stallone among the guests who came before, obviously, the other party did not arrive or would not arrive.

"It's not there yet, Mr. Stallone, does Mr. Schwarzenegger really want to fight me? If there is such an opportunity, I can't ask for it, you must know that in China, you and Mr. Schwarzenegger are the best superstars in Hollywood, and we Chinese Bruce Lee, Li Lianjie, and Cheng Long are very popular. Lin Yuquan exclaimed.

"Oh, is it? Maybe next year, when "Rocky 6" is released, I should consider going to China for a promotion. Stallone looked very happy, and continued: "Since you are willing to learn from Arnold, then you can also learn from me by the way!" ”

"It's my honor, but I think if I play with you, others will definitely say that I can't win, of course, I also feel sorry that I can't compete with you at the peak, it will definitely be exciting." Lin Yuquan shook his head.

"It's true that there are some regrets, but Lin, don't underestimate me and Arnold because of this, although our strength is not at its peak, we haven't given up training over the years, and our skills and experience have improved, rest assured, in fact, our strength has declined because of this, and you will be surprised when we are fighting." Stallone smiled.

"Heh, I'm looking forward to it." Lin Yuquan laughed.

I have to say that tonight's "Red Cliff" cocktail party is definitely the most eye-catching place in Beverly Hills, and there are constantly celebrity guests or Hollywood filmmakers coming, Lin Yuquan soon knew who Nicky Stallone was talking about, it turned out to be Mickey. Locke, mentioning this name may not be known to few people in China, but as a senior film and television lover and director, he has seen a lot of movies, and he remembers the other party's superb performances in "The Outsider" and "Betta Fish" very lightly. Locke and Tom Cruise, Nicholas. Cage and others are the same famous movie star, it's a pity. He had bad luck with the stars. Fade away silently.

With more and more people coming. The whole cocktail party has also become a grand exchange party, in fact, the reason why many people come, in addition to being interested in Lin Yuquan, is also to make more friends, increase their own contacts, and maybe play a role when they are. According to Ayres, some of these actors are arranged by the agency to go around to this kind of cocktail party during this time.

"Hi. Johnson, you're here, how are the movies going lately? A young white man who had just finished greeting Lin Yuquan picked up a cocktail and immediately found an acquaintance he knew.

"It's alright, what about you, Judy." A young man who was not very handsome, but who looked very distinctive, replied with a smile.

"I'm not coarse, my agent is helping me contact new dramas again." The white young man said insincerely, sipping cocktails while looking at the banquet hall. Soon he couldn't suppress his exclamation: "Ohgod, is this a big gathering of action stars?" Sylvester. Stallone, Jason. Statham, Duff. Lange, Arnold. Schwarzenegger, Mickey. Locke, Bruce. Willis, Shange Winton, it's incredible. ”

"Dude. This is normal, you must know that this is a cocktail party held by Kung Fu Lin, as long as it is someone who likes kung fu and fighting, who is not interested in him, and this is Kung Fu Lin's first official appearance in the United States, of course these people will come to meet him. The characteristic young man shook his head, and his tone showed no surprise.

"Oh, I know, but it's still shocking."

At the door of the ballroom, Jeff was ready to finish the reception. Ayres exclaimed, "Lin, tomorrow our cocktail party will definitely make headlines in entertainment coverage, Sylvestre. Stallone, Jason. Statham, Arnold. Schwarzenegger, Bruce. Willis and Shange Winton, Hollywood action stars with such a huge lineup, it's exciting to think about. ”

"Jeff, you brought this qiē." Lin Yuquan said with a smile.

"No, no, I just sent them an invitation letter, but I didn't expect them to really come, Lin, in fact, it's because of your own influence, you are now the hottest action star in the United States, just look at those young people outside." Jeff. Ayres shook his head, his gaze falling on the young men and women who had come to watch outside after hearing the news.

Lin Yuquan smiled, without arguing, his heart was full of infinite pride, unconsciously, he already had such a huge influence in the United States, but few Chinese people could do this.

"The guests should be here!"

"Hmm." Jeff. Ayers nodded.

"Wait a minute." As soon as Lin Yuquan finished speaking, he walked towards the young men and women who were onlooking, and with his movements, he immediately attracted the young people to scream.

"Kung Fu Forest." "Kung Fu Forest." "Kung Fu Forest."

"Thank you for your support, it's cold outside, be careful of freezing, go back early!" Lin Yuquan waved his hand with a smile, and after shaking hands with a few people, he said loudly.

"Kung Fu Lin, can you sign for me?" A young black man said with a look of great excitement.

"I think it's fine." Lin Yuquan smiled.

His move immediately aroused everyone's enthusiasm, and people kept shaking hands and signing autographs with him, and many girls even stuffed notes into his hands.

Wait for Lin Yuquan to return to Jeff. When Ayers was beside him, he grabbed a handful of notes in his hand, opened one of the notes, and saw that the content on it was very simple, Lucy, ********.

"Lin, it seems that you are very popular with girls, you may be able to consider a few sexual encounters tonight, I just saw that those girls are very beautiful." Jeff. Ayers laughed.

This is a one-night stand, seeing what happened to him in the film and television drama, Lin Yuquan shook his head, Americans are really bold in this regard.

"I'm not interested in this so-called affair, if you like, you can call them and ask them out." When he walked inside, Lin Yuquan stuffed the note in his hand to Jeff. Ayres.

"Lin, these girls are interested in you, I call them, others will say that I am sexual. Harassing. "Jeff. Ailes laughed and threw the note into the trash, and walked into the banquet hall with Lin Yuquan.

After chatting with some key people for a day, the theme of the cocktail party also officially began, for the cocktail party to do the Olympic bid publicity, the audience of the cocktail party is not those radiant stars, but the members of the academy and reporters during the period, only by influencing them, can they really play a propaganda role.

The theme content is actually very simple, it is nothing more than to convey what the theme of the film "Red Cliff" is, where and where it is filmed well, which is not comparable to other movies, and the time in the event flies very quickly.

As soon as the cocktail party ended, Lin Yuquan was pulled by Stallone and others, who couldn't wait, to find a place to talk. (To be continued......) R752