The richest man

Chapter 169 Buying an Island and Endorsement
The more the European and American media looked down on him, the more he wanted to argue!
Zhang Zhenghao and a group of young directors trained by the company are full of fighting spirit and cherish this rare opportunity very much!

Now I am studying the script written by Zhang Jun every day, and I can almost memorize it backwards, and various movie scenes have emerged in my mind!
Industrial Light and Magic sent elite soldiers to assist Zhang Zhenghao in making dinosaur models.

Today, computer special effects technology is not very mature, mainly using models.

Zhang Jun's daily work now, apart from being busy with the company, basically has two other things, one is to record records, and the other is to assist his father in filming "Jurassic Park".

Universal Music Company.

The general manager, Tian Meng, was studying Zhang Jun's new song, with a look of shock on his face.

This time, the 10 English songs written by Zhang Jun are also very popular songs:

Monsters, Here With You, Faded, Better now, Way back, wolves, Dancing with your ghost, Something just like this, Love is gone, ( The way we were".

"They are all good songs. I haven't released an album for more than a year. The boss's musical talent is still there!!" Tian Meng put down the manuscript and said with a very emotional tone.

"This new album will definitely be a hit again!"

Not to mention how shocked Tian Meng was, for Zhang Jun, copying songs was nothing more than a sense of accomplishment.

At this time, he was discussing with the people of Industrial Light and Magic how to create the special effects of "Jurassic Park".

Now it is 1976, more than ten years apart, it is too difficult to achieve the original special effects, but Zhang Jun still intends to do his best, even if he spends a little more money, it doesn’t matter, just treat it as a work for Industrial Light and Magic Accumulate technology.Furthermore, the box office and peripheral income of the movie "Jurassic Park" are very high, so the extra money spent on special effects can be fully earned!
After several weeks, the special effects production plan was finally decided.

The special effects budget alone cost about $6000 million.

The production cost of the entire film is about 8000 million US dollars, which is higher than the production cost of Spielberg's version of "Jurassic Park" in history!
"Son, the production cost of this movie is so high, I'm under a lot of pressure now!" Zhang Zhenghao said with a wry smile at this time, as soon as the budget came out, he was a little panicked and frightened.

Zhang Jun comforted: "Don't worry, it's okay, just shoot with peace of mind!"

Zhang Zhenghao nodded. The matter had already been publicized. If he retreated at this time, he would be looked down upon even more by Europeans and Americans.

……

December 1976, 4.

"Jurassic Park" sold 500 million copies.

The crew of "Jurassic Park" is officially formed.

At this time, a senior official in the Indonesian area said in astonishment: "What?! You want to buy an island!!"

"Yes!" Zhang Jun's assistant Zhou Liang appeared here, and he nodded to the senior Indonesian official.

In order to make "Jurassic Park" well, an island needs to be transformed.

In Zhang Jun's previous life, he was quite homely and vulgar. Bali was very famous in Southeast Asia, so he decided to buy Bali.

Bali is an island of Indonesia, located in the east of Java Island, with an area of ​​5620 square kilometers. The tropical vegetation on the island is dense, and it is a world-famous tourist island. However, it is just a rural island that no one cares about.

"Which island do you want me to buy?"

The senior official thought for a while and asked, Indonesia is a large country with many islands, and there are many uninhabited islands.It is not a problem to sell one or two islands at a high price.

"We want to buy Bali!" Zhou Liang said.

"I'm afraid it won't work in Bali, there are a lot of islanders living on the island!"

"Can they be placed elsewhere?"

"No, there are too many people, more than 30, how to arrange them!!"

Zhou Liang couldn't help frowning when he heard this.

There are too many people, it is really difficult to handle.

According to Zhou Liang's own thinking, it would be best to directly buy an uninhabited island for development.

"Well, this question is really tricky. How about it, I'll report it to my boss first and see what he says."

"it is good!"

Zhou Liang returned to the hotel and immediately called Zhang Jun.

During the phone call, Zhou Liang explained the problems encountered in buying the island.

Zhang Jun frowned.

He thought that Bali was relatively primitive in this era, but he didn't expect that there were so many people on the island.

Zhang Jun is mainly interested in the natural scenery of Bali, which can be used for tourism development in the future.

"Forget it, let's change to a smaller island." Zhang Jun sighed, a little regretful, thought for a while, and then said, "Change to 'Komodo Island'. This island is not big, with an area of ​​only 520 square kilometers. There is the precious animal Komodo Dragon, also known as 'Komodo Dragon', which is the largest lizard in the world!"

"The Komodo dragon looks like a dinosaur, so Komodo Island should be considered the most suitable place to create a Jurassic Park! In the future, after we complete the 'Jurassic Park', it will be open to tourists from all over the world. It can attract a lot of people to come to travel!"

Zhou Liang's eyes lit up when he heard the words, and he said in surprise: "There are still animals that look like dinosaurs, I really want to see them!"

In this day and age, because there is no internet and information is not developed enough, it is quite normal for Zhou Liang not to have seen a Komodo dragon.

Zhang Jun smiled and said: "It is indeed very similar. In the past, this island was a place where prisoners were held. There were also some creepy news on the island, saying that there were a group of terrifying giant lizards living on the island. They ate people and Bison, eat wild boar, and even carrion."

"Boss, how big is this Komodo dragon, will it really eat people?"

"The average body length is 2-3 meters. This guy is a carnivore and will indeed eat people..."

"Boss, this animal is so scary, it won't be safe for us to set up a "Jurassic Park" shooting base here!" Zhou Liang smiled wryly, with a hint of worry in his eyes.

"This kind of animal is a vulnerable animal and is not very aggressive. As long as the park is established and the protection measures are taken well, there will be no problems."

"Okay, tomorrow I will discuss with the Indonesian country to buy this island."

"Ok!"

The next morning, Zhou Liang came to the Indonesian official residence again.

When Zhou Liang proposed to buy Komodo Island to film "Jurassic Park" here.

The eyes of Indonesian officials lit up.

They have all heard of such a popular book as "Jurassic Park".

These officials are also very shrewd. Hearing this, they couldn't help being surprised: "After the movie is shot here, won't there be many tourists coming here in the future?"

Someone immediately proposed that the government is willing to cooperate with Zhang Jun in the development of Komodo Island. The government will provide the land, and Zhang Jun will contribute money, each holding 50% of the shares.

Zhou Liang didn't agree immediately, but reported to Zhang Jun again.

Zhang Jun pondered for a moment, then agreed: "Basically agree, without the government as a tyrant, everything would be inconvenient for us to move around there!"

There should not be too many tourists in the real island Jurassic Paradise, and many people will not deliberately go here to play.

In his previous life, Zhang Jun had never heard of such a dinosaur paradise island.

On the contrary, something like Disneyland can really attract a large number of tourists.

……

On the second day after signing the cooperation agreement, "Hong Kong Daily" was the first to publish a headline: "Shocked!!!" Jurassic Park" crew actually bought an Indonesian island to create a realistic version of the Jurassic in order to shoot the movie garden!!!"

As soon as the news came out, it immediately caused a sensation in Hong Kong.

People couldn't help being shocked by Zhang Jun's generosity.

And after reading the text, I was even more surprised that there are really dinosaur-like animals on this island! ! !
"Dad, is this a dinosaur? It's scary!" A little boy asked, pointing to a picture in a newspaper.

"It's a bit like a dinosaur, but it's not a dinosaur. It's a giant lizard named Komodo dragon!" the boy's father explained with a smile. If he didn't read the text, he wouldn't know that this animal is a monitor lizard.

Shaw.

Shao Daheng felt very speechless after reading the newspaper.

It's just making a movie, but Zhang Jun has made such a name for himself.

They even bought islands to create a realistic version of "Jurassic Park".

However, to be honest, Shao Daheng was sour.

He is very shrewd. Of course, it can be seen that Zhang Jun has achieved multiple goals in creating a realistic version of "Jurassic Park".One is to provide a shooting location for filming; the other is publicity, which is a big gimmick; the third is tourism.

Fang Yihua: "Zhang Jun's methods are getting more and more powerful. After the news spread, many people will be very interested in "Jurassic Park"!!"

Shao Daheng nodded and said: "Don't talk about other people, even I am curious about what the real version of 'Jurassic Park' will be like..."

……

The major European and American media reprinted the news from the "Hong Kong Daily" immediately, causing a lot of heated discussions.

Many fans were very excited and said that after the opening of "Jurassic Park", they would definitely visit and travel.

Hollywood film companies were also surprised, and some companies even felt a bit of regret, thinking that Zhang Jun's marketing method is very powerful, the movie may not hit the market, and they should invest in it.

For a while, Columbia Pictures, Paramount Pictures, and MGM Films, which had not yet cooperated with Legendary Films, came to the door one after another, seeking investment cooperation, and their attitudes were sincere.

He vaguely proposed to change the director, but was rejected.

Columbia Pictures and Paramount Pictures are still hesitating, but MGM Films, which is sunsetting, decided to take a gamble and quickly reached an investment and distribution agreement with Legendary Films.

After signing the contract, the news spread like wildfire, which immediately caused a sensation in Hollywood.

There have been mixed reviews for MGM's move.

Some praised MGM for its boldness.

There are also people who think that MGM Films is crazy, even investing in a blockbuster film directed by a Chinese must be out of their minds!
Zhang Jun was very surprised when he learned that MGM Films invested in "Jurassic Park".

"Hehe, since the MGM film company was bought by Kerkorian, a big capitalist in Las Vegas, the United States, it has never made a serious movie. It only makes three or four movies a year, and it doesn't go bankrupt in the end. Walk."

"However, this big capitalist in Las Vegas, USA, has a good vision and decisively chose to invest in "Jurassic Park"!"

Zhang Jun smiled, even so, I'm afraid it can't change the fate of MGM's bankruptcy.

His gaze immediately shifted from the newspaper to a tape on the table.

This is Zhang Jun's new album: "Monsters".

Sitting across the desk were Tian Meng, general manager of Universal Music Company, and Shangguan Muye, general manager of Legend Technology Company.

The three are discussing the release of a new album and Walkman.

"The factory is working overtime every day, and by the end of May, the production target can be reached: 5 million albums!" Tian Menghui reported.

Zhang Jun nodded, then turned to look at Shangguan Muye.

"By the end of May, the factory can only produce a total of 5 million Walkmans..." Shangguan Muye said with a slightly embarrassed expression. Zhang Junding's goal is 340 million Walkmans.

"340 million units is 340 million units. It will be sold in Europe, America, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Baodao, Australia and other places first! Southeast Asia, South America, and Africa will wait..."

"Yes!"

"Before the product is officially launched, Walkman needs to shoot an advertisement. Please invite a spokesperson. Who do you think is more suitable?"

Zhang Jun paused, and added, "By the way, it's best to ask an actress to speak for you!"

Tian Meng thought for a while and replied: "Of course Asian stars are invited. Zhu Mingyue, Zhao Yazhi, and Miss Lin Qingxia are all fine. As for Europe and the United States, you can choose Farrah Fawcett."

"Farrah Fawcett?" Zhang Jun was not familiar with it. In fact, he was not familiar with European and American actresses of this era.

Tian Meng introduced: "Farrah Fawcett, born in 1947, 1.69 meters tall, is a Hollywood sports beauty. She played the leading role in the famous TV series "Charlie's Angels". Many people think that Fawcett It is the standard of sexy beauties in this era!!”

After a pause, Tian Meng added: "Boss, "Charlie's Angels" started broadcasting in March this year, and Farrah Fawcett is very popular now!"

"By the way, Farrah Fawcett printed her own photos into posters and photos before. The most classic poster sold 1200 million copies, making Farrah Fawcett the 'it girl' of the 70s in the United States. ', the girls all wished to be her! Afterwards, she appeared on the covers of major fashion magazines!"

Hearing this, Zhang Jun was immediately interested in Farah Fawcett.

This candidate is very suitable for the Walkman endorsement.

Moreover, Zhang Jun often hears about the name of "Charlie's Angels". This show was hailed as the most successful TV series in the United States in the 70s, and it was later made into a movie.

"Mr. Tian, ​​go find that poster that sold 1200 million copies and bring it to me. Well, I'm curious. Before becoming a big star, the poster was able to sell so many copies..."

"Okay, boss."

……

After lunch.

Tian Meng came to Zhang Jun's office with a poster.

Zhang Jun took Farrah Fawcett's poster and looked at it curiously.

In this photo, Farrah Fawcett's iconic blonde hair is lazy but not casual, wearing a red one-piece swimsuit, sitting sideways, with her left leg bent and her right leg straight, showing a slender waist and healthy chest and slender legs.

Tsk tsk, Zhang Jun nodded and commented: "The figure is really good!"

"Boss, how are you? Do you choose her as your spokesperson?"

"Well, let's choose her!" Zhang Jun nodded.

Farrah Fawcett should be the iconic beauty of this era, with such a high popularity, who would I choose if I didn't choose her!
The next day, Legendary Technologies began contacting Farrah Fawcett.

Farrah Fawcett's agent was very excited, Legend Technology Company, this is a super rich company, and the owner is the famous Zhang Jun.

If Farrah Fawcett wants to go further in Hollywood and have a good relationship with Zhang Jun, it is very necessary.

"It's a good thing for Zhang Jun to ask you to speak for him!"

"And I heard that "Jurassic Park" is casting, Farrah Fawcett, your chance is here, you should be very clear about which weapon a woman has the most powerful, so you must seize the rare opportunity ..." the agent said earnestly to Farrah Fawcett.

(End of this chapter)