King of Rolls' China Entertainment Tour

Chapter 310 The olive branch extended by the six major Hollywood actors (praise for a calm mind like water and wisdom as mine)

To the Big Six in Hollywood, Yu Hao, who had just arrived in Hollywood, could only be said to be a little famous and not worthy of their efforts to win over him.

As for the Golden Bear status bonus? Sorry, Hollywood is very realistic. It only cares about the box office and Oscars. What else? It can only be said to be a personal artistic achievement, which is useless.

But after "Saw" was released, they became a little interested in Yu Hao, but they were still a little worried, worried that the staying power would not be enough, and worried that it would just be a flash in the pan.

After filming "The Fast and the Furious", Yu Hao is worth their efforts to win over.

A movie with such achievements as "Titanic" can only be a matter of luck. To have such a movie is worthy of a director's lifetime bragging rights, but Yu Hao is different.

Although he has only made three movies, and although they all have a box office of 100 to 200 million, they cannot stand up to his high output and his youth.

Who knows what Yu Hao’s future will be like? Will there be a masterpiece like "Titanic" in the future?

They don't pray that Yu Hao can make "Titanic". As long as there are movies like "Saw" and "Fast and Furious" every year, it is worth their efforts.

So, the group of people began to look at Yu Hao's experience and think about how to win over Yu Hao.

On the other side, Yu Hao took Sun Cheng, Xiao Lizi and others to a certain hotel to have a celebration banquet.

As soon as Yu Hao and others entered the hotel lobby, they saw a group of reporters already surrounding the center of the venue.

Seeing Yu Hao come in, a group of reporters rushed up to interview Yu Hao.

Yu Hao looked at everyone and smiled and said: "Don't worry, everyone, come one by one. I am right here. Are you still worried that I will run away?"

Later, a reporter asked with excitement: "Yu, your three movies have already grossed more than 600 million US dollars at the box office. Do you have any plans to make a sequel?"

It seems that "Saw" and "The Fast and the Furious" have sequel plans. I wonder when you plan to shoot? "

Yu Hao smiled and said: "Of course it will. Such an excellent movie has good box office results. It would be a pity to give up the sequel."

The reporters looked excited, and someone asked curiously: "Yu, will you personally shoot the sequel?"

Yu Hao thought for a while and shook his head and said: "I plan to hand over the sequel to several outstanding directors in our company. Of course, I will be responsible for the casting, script, and production supervision during the filming process.

After all, for the director, the movie is his child. It is impossible to give up the training of the children in their growth and not ask them to surpass my achievements, but it is also impossible to make the kind of movie that disappoints the audience. That would be so sorry. Movie fans. "

Everyone nodded secretly. There were not many directors who had been shooting series of movies. Hollywood directors usually only shoot one or two movies, and the rest would be left to others.

A reporter discovered Watson: "Yu, are you starting preparations for a new movie? Is it still a racing movie?"

Yu Hao shook his head and said: "No, it is also a horror and thriller movie, but it is different from "Saw". It is a different type of movie. I won't spoil the details."

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After answering a few questions, everyone rushed to the main seat.

Yu Hao saw Han Sanping and Jack at the main table, while Sun Cheng and Xiao Lizi went to other tables with great discernment.

The creases on Han Sanping's smiling face were almost as big as killing flies: "Director Yu, congratulations. The box office in the first month was nearly 20 billion. You have really made our Chinese directors proud."

Yu Hao said modestly: "Uncle Han, you're welcome. I'm lucky. There are many reasons for such a high box office, and it's not just my fault."

Han Sanping shook his head and said: "Impossible. If this movie were handed over to others, your results would never be as good as yours. You accounted for at least half of the box office."

After chatting for a while, the celebration banquet officially started, and it was still the same old routine.

The next day, while Yu Hao was having a sweet dream while holding Annie, the phone rang.

Yu Hao pushed Annie's long legs aside and heard a strange voice after connecting:

"Hello Yu, I am the president of Paramount Pictures. I wonder if you have sold the rights to the sequels of "Saw" and "Fast and Furious"?"

Yu Hao's eyes lit up and he said with a smile: "Hello, it hasn't been sold yet, but we are already talking to Warner, just in the past few days. I will return to China for the New Year in a while."

The person on the other side raised an eyebrow and said with a smile: "That's great. I wonder if you are interested in signing a contract with Paramount. Of course, our company will fully support all your movies.

If you don’t want to make a sequel, you can leave it to others. People from our company will also help to ensure that there won’t be any big follow-up problems in the movie. "

Yu Hao smiled and said: "I'm sorry, I am only cooperating with Warner. I also have another identity. I am the largest shareholder of Shuguang Film and Television Company. Not surprisingly, our company should be the largest film and television company in China."

A trace of regret flashed in the eyes of the other person, and then he said with a smile: "There is no problem in cooperation. In addition, our company can also give you greater support.

As far as I know, Warner has not paid you a salary. If you come to our Paramount, we will give you 1000 million + 10% dividends. If your company wants to invest, you can also do it. We will follow the investment amount specifically..."

After listening for a while, Yu Hao couldn't help but feel excited. 1000 million + 10% dividend was not bad.

But thinking that there is no such thing as a free lunch, he smiled and asked, "What are your company's requirements? Or what do you need me to do?"

The other person smiled and said: "As long as you transfer the copyrights of your two movie sequels to our company, it will be fine. In addition, we hope that only our two companies will cooperate. If anyone wants to invest, they can only invest from your share." ,

Yu, our company's sincerity should be very good, I hope you will consider it carefully. "

Yu Hao raised his eyebrows and said no more.

Not long after he fell asleep, calls came in from Sony and other companies, each with more generous offers. His director's salary had risen to 1800 million yuan + 10% dividend.

By the time she answered the phone, Annie was completely sleepless. She leaned into Yu Hao's arms and asked curiously: "Yu, what are your plans? Do you really plan to cooperate with these film companies?"

Yu Hao smiled and said: "I'm not sure yet. We in China have a saying: compare shopping. Don't be in a hurry, just take your time."

Annie said cautiously: "Yu, will you offend people from other companies? If you really cooperate with other companies, what will Warner think?"

Yu Hao said meaningfully: "Annie, you have to remember that only by mastering the core technology will others not get in your way.

Just like me now, I have the ability, the company, the funds, the connections, the reputation, and the script. No one can stop me, at least if they don’t tear up the fig leaf, they can do nothing to me. But, if I lack some of these things , it is easy for someone to get stuck in the neck. "

Annie said thoughtfully: "I probably understand, but I will support you in whatever you do. I believe that your vision will not go wrong." In the next few days, Yu Hao and the people from these companies They all met each other and after a brief chat, Yu Hao understood their thoughts.

On the other side, people from Warner also knew about Yu Hao's contacts with several other companies, and couldn't help but become anxious.

At the board meeting, Jack said to several other directors: "Everyone, I think you all know the value of Yu. If we miss Yu, I think we will lose at least US$500 million in the market every year.

In addition, we are a listed company. Once we do not have stable blockbuster movies every year, our market value will gradually decrease. Investors will not trust us, and the future of our company will be worrying..."

As a veteran businessman, he always likes to prepare for the worst, so Jack analyzed all the worst-case scenarios that may arise.

After listening, everyone present frowned and thought about this matter seriously. Then a heated discussion began, and a serious debate began on Yu Hao's value.

After a long time, the scene became harmonious, and discussions began about what kind of treatment to give Yu Hao.

A person opposite Jack said: "Jack, our company's treatment of Yu is not bad now. He is allowed to bring his own investment and also brings Huaguo Film Company with him. He leads the casting by himself, without affecting his creation or interfering with his work." clip,

If we give him a 10% dividend, what kind of treatment should we give him? Based on what you know about him, what do you think he needs most? "

Jack nodded and said: "I understand everyone's thoughts. In my opinion, Yu is a relatively pure director or a relatively pure artist. In addition, he is also a person with national pride. We can start from this aspect,

As for the issue of remuneration? I guess people from several other companies should have given Yu the treatment of a first-tier director in Hollywood. Yu shouldn't care about this, but we can't express it either.

I think the most important thing is to grasp the cultural aspects of China and China. I think this is what I want to see most..."

After hearing this, everyone started talking a lot.

After a long time, someone asked Jack: "What do you mean? I think you have the most contact with Yu, and you have also been in contact with China Film Group in China. You should be more aware of Yu's requirements."

Jack thought for a while and said: "According to Yu's idea, he definitely wants to have Chinese actors appear in the subsequent movie sequels. As for contact with China, I don't think we need to do too much deliberately.

Just don’t discriminate against Chinese actors. In addition, if possible, I hope that Warner will export more movies to China in the future. I think you should be aware of the Chinese market. "

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Jack and others talked for a whole morning, talking about many issues from various aspects, and finally decided on the treatment for Yu Hao.

In a certain cafe, looking at the documents in front of him, Yu Hao couldn't help but fall into deep thought.

The treatment given by Warner is not unreasonable. As for his own salary as a director and screenwriter, it is US$2000 million + 10% dividend.

Warner, Sugon, and China Film can all invest, but China Film can invest up to 15%, and Sugon and Warner can invest %.

The treatment given to everyone on the crew, except for himself, the assistant director, photographer, editor, soundtrack, etc. are all based on Hollywood prices.

These people in Yu Hao's team are all treated according to the treatment of Hollywood's front-line.

As for the sequels of "Saw" and "Fast and Furious", Yu Hao will receive 10% of the dividend according to a series of titles such as producer and screenwriter, and the investment will be calculated separately.

If Yu Hao recommends a director, he will always be paid a salary of US$100 million.

If a Chinese actor is chosen for the sequel of Yu Hao's movie, if everyone thinks they are suitable, they can choose him, and the salary will be calculated separately.

Below are a bunch of questions related to the Chinese film industry.

Seeing these conditions, Yu Hao couldn't help but feel excited.

Then he stretched out his hand and said to Jack: "Jack, to be honest, your sincerity touches me. I am very willing to continue to cooperate with Warner."

When Jack heard this, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He was originally worried that Yu Hao would make a big deal out of him, but he still tried to bargain.

After thinking about it for a while, Yu Hao must have been moved by the last few items. Sure enough...

After the chat, Jack smiled and said: "Yu, now that you have seen our sincerity at Warner, and the contract has been signed, shouldn't you prepare the sequel scripts for "Saw" and "Fast and Furious"?"

Yu Hao smiled and said: "It should be, but Jack, I am a little worried about the sequel of "Fast and Furious"."

Jack asked doubtfully: "What's the problem?"

Yu Hao shrugged and said: "The second and third parts...according to my previous plan, I wanted to make money from each one. The script is not that good, and the box office is at most about the same as the first one.

But in the follow-up, the box office should gradually increase, and the reputation will become higher and higher. Therefore, I am hesitant now, should I make the follow-up more sophisticated? "

Jack thought for a while and said: "Yu, you mean that the next two movies are not particularly amazing, I can only say that they are not bad, right? Do you want a higher box office?"

Yu Hao nodded: "Yes, I think if the next few movies are streamlined, the plots presented in the movies will be better, and the reputation of this series of movies will be better."

Jack thought for a while and said: "Then let's streamline it according to your idea. Two 2 million movies will never be worth one 5 million movie. You understand that, by the way, your new movie is what type is it?"

Yu Hao smiled and said: "It's a zombie movie and the game "Resident Evil". Have you heard of it, Jack?"

Jack thought for a while and said: "I heard that if you adapt it, it will take some work, but I believe in your team's ability. Yu, you should give them higher remuneration, so that they will be more motivated.

You are now a Hollywood director, not the little director you used to be. Not only do you have to make progress, but you also have to take your team with you to make progress. "

Yu Hao said thoughtfully: "I understand. Let's make arrangements when we get back."

Back at the villa, when he was thinking about how to treat the people around him, Mrs. Kurosawa called:

"Mr. Yu, it's a great thing, a great thing. Times Magazine, you know, right? They want to invite you for an exclusive interview. I wonder if you have time?"

Yu Hao's eyes lit up. Time Magazine is considered the top magazine in the world.

So he smiled and said: "Of course I am willing. You can contact them and arrange a time. I will be available at any time."

(End of this chapter)