1980 My Literary Era.

Chapter 632

In early May, according to the instructions of editor-in-chief Lin Weimin, the editorial department of "Contemporary" sent three editors, including the editor-in-chief He Qizhi, to Shaanxi.

In recent years, first Lu Yao's "Ordinary World" and then Cheng Zhongshi's "White Deer Plain", Shaanxi literary circles have frequently released satellites in Chinese literary circles, and they seem to be the leaders.

The first stop He Qizhi and others came to Shaanxi was the Shaanxi Cultural Association. As a provincial cultural association, the conditions here are naturally not bad.

In the evening, several leaders of the Shaanxi Literature and Art Association made a special effort to clean up the "Contemporary" group.

Soliciting manuscripts is an important part of editorial work. Almost every week, editors from all over the country come to Shaanxi to seek manuscripts from writers.

But this time "Contemporary" seems to be putting in an unusual effort in organizing manuscripts. The editor-in-chief, He Qizhi, leads the team himself, and there are two competent staff under him.

Coupled with the unique influence of "Contemporary" in the domestic literary world, the Shaanxi Literature Association has to pay attention.

At the reception banquet, Lu Yao and Cheng Zhongshi also showed up. The two had an old relationship with the Guowen Society, and their famous works were published and published through "Contemporary" and the Guowen Society.

Besides the two, Jia Pingwa and Jingfu also came today.

He Qizhi kept Lin Weimin's advice in mind, when he saw the two of them, he immediately went forward to talk enthusiastically, which made Jia Pingwa and Jingfu feel a little panicked.

"By the way, why didn't Gao Jianqun come?" He Qizhi asked casually after he was full of wine and food.

"Jianqun's father is sick, and he has been making up for his lost manuscript recently. He is too busy and has no time." Jia Pingwa said.

He Qizhi made an important point in his mind, Gao Jianqun's father was seriously ill, and he had to take a test... Bah, I need to visit him.

The next day, He Qizhi started his visit to collect manuscripts.

Soliciting manuscripts is to cast a wide net, catch more fish, and follow the best.

He Qizhi divided the goals into three types. One is writers who already have famous works and are well-known, such as Lu Yao and Cheng Zhongshi, who focus on connecting with each other.

The second type is those well-known writers who are in their prime, but their works are less well-known and lack a representative work. This kind of writers not only need to connect with each other, but more importantly, they must reflect the recognition of them by the Chinese Literature Society and "Contemporary" and appreciate.

Some benefits are also promised, such as the publication of works, some convenience in publishing, and preferential treatment of manuscript fees.

The third type is pure newcomer writers. This type is much simpler. Young people have never had a full meal, and they can support them by painting big cakes.

He Qizhi and others stayed in Shaanxi for a week, visited many writers in Shaanxi and achieved initial curative effect.

After returning to Beijing, he ran to Lin Weimin's office to report back.

After listening to his report on his trip to Shaanxi, Lin Weimin nodded, expressing his satisfaction.

He asked again: "Did you get wind of the novel seminar?"

"I mentioned it to the leaders of the Cultural Association and several comrades who are focusing on writers. Everyone is very interested in this seminar."

"That's good! You go this time just to lay the foundation, and try to go there again before the seminar in the second half of the year to consolidate your relationship with everyone."

He Qizhi clearly heard Lin Weimin's emphasis on the word "emotion". He knew Lin Weimin, he was a person who valued emotion.

"understand!"

When Lin Weimin was working, his daughter's small face and waving hands would occasionally flash through Lin Weimin's mind when he just returned to work at the Guowen Society. Whenever he thinks of it, he always feels very warm.

He didn't come for half a month, and there was a lot of work. He dealt with the urgent work first, and then reviewed the manuscripts.

There are hundreds of books published in China every year, and almost every book needs to be reviewed by the editor-in-chief. The manuscripts are all swept away.

After scanning the two manuscripts, he picked up another manuscript in his hand, his eyes focused. This is the second volume of "Emperor Yongzheng", and he looked through the contents carefully.

After more than half an hour, Lin Weimin put down the manuscript.

He didn't finish the manuscript, he only read the first less than [-] words, but he can clearly feel that the quality of "Emperor Yongzheng" is higher than that of "Emperor Kangxi".

He had this feeling when he read the first volume last year, but this year the feeling is even stronger, because the pen and ink have been completely spread out.

Last year, the first volume of "Emperor Yongzheng" was first published in "Contemporary", and it received unanimous praise from literary critics and readers. It is believed that Er Yuehe's "Emperor Yongzheng" has made great progress compared with "Emperor Kangxi" .

Some people even compared this "Emperor Yongzheng" with Lin Weimin's "Da Ming Dynasty 1566", and believed that the level of Eryuehe was not inferior to that of Lin Weimin.

This kind of statement has attracted the sneer of "Da Ming Dynasty 1566" book fans since its birth, and many critics have also written articles to refute it.

But it has to be admitted that the level of "Emperor Yongzheng" is well-known. Although it is not as good as "Da Ming Dynasty 1566", it should be the first among Chinese historical novels.

Three months after the publication of "Emperor Yongzheng", Guowen Society published the booklet of this novel, and it has sold nearly 3 copies in less than half a year, making it another bestseller.

When the next two or three volumes are finished, and the booklets and collections are added, the Guowen Society will definitely make a lot of money.

Lin Weimin couldn't help showing a happy smile on his face when he thought of Qiantu in this novel.

It is not easy for the great cause of Guowen scholars!
Maternity leave is over and work is back on track.

Lin Weimin's house was full of joy and laughter because of the pistachio of small bean buns.

That evening, Han Zhuangzhuang's family of four came.

"This child is clamoring to see her little aunt." Yin Geli said.

Counting the time spent studying abroad, Yin Geli has lived in China for more than ten years, and she is more fluent in Beijing movies than Lin Weimin.

Because of Lin Weimin's relationship with Lin Weimin, she was teaching at a university, and she occasionally took on translation work for the Chinese Language Society, and her income was always good.

"Du Gong, Di Gong, why is Gu Gu always sleeping?"

Little Nannan glanced at Xiaodoubao, saw that she had been sleeping, and ran to Lin Weimin to ask him.

"Because little aunt can't run or dance now, so she can only play in her dreams, and she can dream of anything in her dreams."

The little girl immediately showed an envious expression, "I want to dream too, I want to sleep."

Lin Weimin smiled and said, "You are an older child, you can play by yourself, you don't need to sleep so much."

The little girl looked at Lin Weimin in a daze, feeling a little unwilling, and ran back to Yin Geli.

"Mom, I'm going to bed."

Yin Geli didn't know whether to laugh or cry, "Let's sleep when we get home at night, okay?"

"En!" The little girl nodded solemnly.

Han Zhuangzhuang chatted with Lin Weimin about Zhang Yimou's movie.

He just finished shooting "A Lawsuit by Qiu Ju" a few days ago, and now the post-production of the film has begun. As early as the beginning of filming, Zhang Yimou has already been invited by the organizing committee of the Venice Film Festival, and "A Lawsuit by Qiu Ju" has already A shortlisted seat is reserved.

There are still more than three months until the film festival at the end of August, and the time for post-production is just enough.

"This time, Yimou is aiming for the Golden Lion Award. Last year, he won the Silver Lion. He still feels a little regretful."

Berlin Golden Bear in "Red Sorghum" in 1987, Golden Lion in Venice in "City of Sadness" in 1989, Silver Bear in Berlin in "Benming Year" in 1990, Silver Lion in Venice in "Raise the Red Lantern" in 1991...

In just a few years, Chinese-language films have frequently appeared in the international film industry, which not only won honors for the Chinese-language film industry, but also established close ties with the international film industry.

"The past few years should be the best time for Chinese-language films in the international film industry, with a large number of talents and a relaxed environment." Lin Weimin sighed.

After talking about Zhang Yimou's film, Lin Weimin asked about "Farewell My Concubine".

Han Zhuangzhuang has already signed a contract with the crew, confirming to play the role of Duan Xiaolou.

"Gong Li heard that Xu Feng is still communicating with her. Her current salary is too high. Even if it is discounted, it will cost 100 million dollars."

"The movie she acted in Yimou isn't so expensive, is it?"

Gong Li is now the most well-known actress not only in China, but also in the Chinese-speaking regions of the world. Let alone 100 million dollars, 200 million is also worthy.

But when she cooperated with Zhang Yimou, her salary was greatly discounted, and she couldn't even get 50 yuan.

On the one hand, this is because Zhang Yimou has Bole's kindness to Gong Li. On the other hand, Zhang Yimou's film has won the Golden Bear and Silver Lion, and will definitely win awards. It is also a bonus for Gong Li's acting career.

But working with Cheng Kaige is different, the two of them have no friendship, and Cheng Kaige has not yet proved himself in the three major European competitions, so he is definitely not willing to compromise on the salary.

Later Gong Li's salary at this time was not so high. This time and space was mainly due to the Oscar bonus of "The Last Emperor", which made her popularity skyrocket, and her salary was directly in line with international standards.

"Can Cheng Kaige compare with Yimou?"

When Han Zhuangzhuang said this, the expression on his face was very beating.

"Look down on Cheng Kaige, don't act in his movies!"

Han Zhuangzhuang licked his face and smiled, "I don't want to either, who asked them to give more money?"

"How much did you give me?"

"30 meters knife."

"That's a lot."

The crew of "Farewell My Concubine" is rich and powerful, and several main actors have a certain degree of international reputation, so it is unreasonable not to pay a high film salary.

When Han Zhuangzhuang talked about the salary, his face broke into a smile.

He played Zhang Yimou's "Qiu Ju's Lawsuit" with a salary of 20 RMB, and for "Farewell My Concubine", his salary jumped three steps to 30 RMB.

"After all, it's a big investment. In this regard, Yimou can't do it. People are rushing to invest in his movies, but he is still unwilling to ask for more."

Lin Weimin joked: "You boy, you'll 'betray' if you take the money!"

"Hey, what am I doing! Zunlong wants 260 million meters!"

"Xu Feng gave it?"

"No. I heard that Zunlong's agent was making a fuss and put forward a bunch of additional conditions. Xu Feng was not optimistic about Zunlong's performance of Cheng Dieyi. She is currently contacting Zhang Guorong."

In Lin Weimin's memory, Zun Long's agent was really good at making troubles. Zun Long originally wanted to star in "Farewell My Concubine", but he was abruptly disturbed by this agent.

After 2000, Zunlong made three consecutive TV series in China, the most famous of which is "Kangxi Weifu Private Interview 5".

A movie star who made a name for himself in Hollywood, went back to China to act in a TV series, and his coffee position immediately collapsed, all thanks to that agent.

A good manager can make a superstar popular.On the contrary, it can also be destroyed.

It's much easier to destroy than to be popular!
(End of this chapter)