Rebirth of Hong Kong - 1978

Chapter 1630
The enthusiasm shown by Chris Wolfe can easily make people have a good impression of him, and Lin Daoqiu is no exception.

In recent years, Lin Daoqiu's films released in Hollywood have achieved very good box office results. Although it cannot be said that Chris Wolff owes him favors, the past few years have been considered a pleasant cooperation.

What Lin Daoqiu has to do now is to persuade Chris Wolf to increase the priority of ACC to MGM.

Even if it can't exceed the level of Paramount and Fox, it must at least be on par with them. This is the most important purpose of Lin Daoqiu's meeting with Chris Wolff today.

"Thank you Mr. Wolf for your hospitality. In fact, I have heard of your name a long time ago, but I was too busy after buying MGM, so I didn't come to visit you in the first time. Please forgive me."

Lin Daoqiu himself once owned the Xiangjiang Cinemas, and he knows how much influence the ownership of the cinemas has on film production companies.

It's a pity that the "Paramount Act" in the United States has not been completely cancelled, otherwise Lin Daoqiu would not mind integrating a theater chain to play by himself.

But what Lin Daoqiu didn't know was that since the "Paramount Act" was born, it has begun to loosen. Large production companies have already begun to plan to acquire shares in theaters and theater chains through acquisitions and mergers.

But even so, in order to avoid investment risks, big production companies still dare not invest too much money in theaters. After all, they can't make a few movies in a year.

It's just that they didn't forget to knock on the "Paramount Act" that tied their hands and feet.

"Mr. Lin, you're welcome. Although we haven't met before, our cooperation is still very pleasant. I haven't had time to congratulate you for buying MGM. I believe that we will have more opportunities to cooperate in the future. "

Speaking of opportunities for cooperation, Lin Daoqiu came here just for this matter. Since Chris Wolff mentioned this matter, he can naturally push the boat along.

"Speaking of cooperation, I actually came to you today because I want to talk to you about something."

"Please tell me, Mr. Lin."

Chris Wolff looked at Lin Daoqiu seriously, and the smile on his face slowly faded away.

"Since I bought MGM, from what I understand, MGM's priority in ACC theaters seems to be not very good."

Lin Daoqiu didn't make it too clear, but in fact MGM's priority in the ACC theater chain is the lowest.

MGM, which was under the control of Kerkorian before, has not had a movie with a box office of over 007 million, and the most popular series is only "[-]".

It's no wonder why ACC lowered MGM's priority to the lowest. After all, if you don't live up to your expectations, who will give you good treatment.

But today is different from the past. Now the boss of MGM is not Kerkorian, but Lin Daoqiu.

It is an iron fact that the box office results that this master has obtained in Hollywood over the years have always been ranked in the top three positions of the year.

"Mr. Lin, to tell you the truth, MGM's priority in the ACC theater chain was indeed the lowest before. There is nothing to hide. I believe you know the reason..."

Chris Wolfe continued: "But since you have already taken over MGM, as a congratulatory gift for your taking over MGM, I plan to adjust MGM's priority by one level starting today."

Lin Daoqiu actually doesn't know the priority of ACC theaters to film companies, but according to Richardson, Fox and Paramount should be the highest.

Then it should be companies such as Universal and Warner, and finally MGM.

Now Chris Wolf has raised MGM's priority by one level, which is indeed a good thing for MGM, but it did not meet Lin Daoqiu's psychological expectations.

"Mr. Wolf, I think MGM deserves the top priority of ACC theaters."

Lin Daoqiu directly offered the price. He wanted to get the highest level of priority. This was the main purpose of his coming to see Chris Wolf today.

Chris Wolf just smiled at Lin Daoqiu's request.

"Mr. Lin, you don't know much about ACC theaters. It's not something I can say alone to adjust the priority of a film company, let alone adjust to the highest priority all at once. It's almost impossible. It's impossible."

Chris Wolf shook his head while talking, it seemed that Lin Daoqiu's request was impossible for him.

"The box office revenue created by "Godzilla" for ACC alone is far higher than the box office revenue that other companies supply to ACC in a year. I can't figure out why you have to refuse my request."

Lin Daoqiu felt that his request was reasonable, and Chris Wolff had no reason to refuse.

"Mr. Lin, I don't deny that "Godzilla" has made a lot of money for ACC, and ACC theaters also hope to maintain a good cooperation with you, which is why I directly raised the priority of MGM. class……"

"But I also explained to you just now that raising the priority requires the approval of the board of directors. It is already very difficult for me to persuade them to agree to raise the level. Mr. Lin should be content."

No matter how much Lin Daoqiu thought about it, he couldn't understand why Chris Wolf had any reason to refuse to raise MGM's priority to the highest.

This is what I have achieved all the time. A "Godzilla" beat other film companies to the ground. Doesn't Chris Wolf have any vision at all?
Lin Daoqiu suddenly had a doubt.

"I would like to ask, does MGM, which has been upgraded by one level, have the same priority in ACC theaters as Universal and Warner?"

Kristoff shook his head.

Seeing Chris Wolf shaking his head, Lin Daoqiu immediately realized that even though this guy talked about promoting MGM by one level, he didn't do any good at all.

It is estimated that MGM is still at the lowest end of the food chain at this time, probably on the same level as Columbia and Disney, and may even be inferior to them.

If this is the case, then this upgrade has no practical effect on MGM, it is purely to make Lin Daoqiu happy.

"Mr. Lin, in fact, you don't need to worry. Although we can't raise the priority of MGM for the time being, as long as MGM can have enough stable results in the next ten years, we will definitely think about this issue seriously."

Chris Wolf directly drew a big cake for Lin Daoqiu. His meaning is very simple, as long as MGM can generate more income for ACC theaters in the next ten years.

At that time, Chris Wolf will consider adjusting the rating of MGM upwards, but it is not known whether it will be adjusted to the highest level or just adjusted to the same level as Columbia and Disney.

"Thank you, Mr. Wolf, I am very glad that you are willing to take the time to meet me today. Thank you for your hospitality. I hope to have the opportunity to chat with you in the future."

Lin Daoqiu didn't say anything at the end, he said goodbye to Chris Wolf very politely, it seemed that Lin Daoqiu didn't seem to have any dissatisfaction.

(End of this chapter)