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Chapter 513 Contracting Directors and American TV Series [Please subscribe]

Liu Yifei walked into the bathroom, feeling a little uneasy.

It felt like something indescribable would appear at every corner of the wall or behind every closed door, suddenly popping out and startling her.

I can't help it, this is the aftereffect of just watching a horror movie.

Infinite imagination.

I wanted to blame Sun Yi, but I was a little embarrassed to say it out loud. After all, I was the one who suggested watching the horror movie.

But who knew that it was so scary, the director must be a pervert.

Holding the tissue in her hand tighter, Liu Yifei quickly found a free cubicle. After entering, she was still a little afraid to move. After staying for a while, she gradually calmed down when she heard the normal conversations of female compatriots outside. Come down.

My mind relaxes and the feeling comes.

With the sound of gurgling water, Liu Yifei grabbed a tissue and thought of the second half of the movie.

The dark cinema hall, the terrifying scenes, Sun Yi's fiery chest and his unscrupulous hands, the feeling was indescribably exciting.

Thinking of this, Liu Yifei's legs tensed up, her cheeks turned red again, and she spat in a duplicitous manner.

"Big pervert~"

After tidying up and briefly adjusting her makeup, Liu Yifei came out and saw Sun Yi standing at the door of the cinema, chatting happily with a thin Asian man.

After the introduction, she found out that this man who was about the same height as her turned out to be the perverted director she called him.

"Director Wen, are you interested in finding a place to have a drink?" Seeing that Liu Yifei was back, Sun Yi extended an invitation to Wen Ziren. After all, the entrance to the theater is a public space with people coming and going, so it is not a good place for communication.

James Wan is very happy. Since he screwed up two multi-million-dollar movies in the past two years, few people in the industry have looked at him. Even the "Movies" series he created, Lionsgate Pictures He also refused to direct again.

That's why he risked his entire family fortune, just hoping that this movie could turn things around.

I originally intended that my film would be a hit at the Toronto Film Festival, but I didn’t expect that the film has been screened for three days, and there are still very few fans coming to watch it every day. I didn’t even see any fans discussing my film on the film festival forum. .

This made him feel uneasy, and he subconsciously thought that he had messed up again.

This was the case in his previous life. The filming of this movie had been completed as early as August 09, and it was put on hold for another year. It was not released in North America until early 8. It can be seen that many Hollywood film producers were very interested in him at this time. How unfavorable.

It is true that after two movies were launched, they lost more than 3000 million US dollars. No company can withstand such a failure.

Now facing Sun Yi's invitation, he was a little incoherent.

"Very, very honored, Director Sun, I'm sorry, I have a partner, can I take him with me?"

"Of course, no problem." Sun Yi nodded and agreed happily.

"Hey, Lei, this way, come here."

In the small cafe next to the cinema, James Wan introduced his partner.

"This is Ray Guinard, my college roommate, my brother, and an excellent film and television screenwriter."

The Lei in front of him has brown hair, a strong build, and slightly dark skin. He looks more like a cowboy than a film and television screenwriter.

However, Sun Yi did not underestimate the person in front of him. It is said that the original idea for "Chain Saw" came from a nightmare that James Wan had. He dreamed of a bathroom and a corpse, and he enriched this idea into a script. , it’s this Lei who doesn’t like to talk much.

At the same time, "Insidious" is also the work of Lei as a screenwriter. The two of them, one writing and the other directing, complement each other well.

"Director Wen, your movie is very good. It can be seen that it is different from the traditional American horror movies full of blood, severed limbs, screams, corpses and other elements. It also does not have those routine surprises. You The pursuit is not just to bring sensory terror to the audience, but on the contrary, it is more of a psychologically progressive output of terror, which is very clever.”

Sun Yi gave his sincere evaluation. It can be seen that although the first two films failed, James Wan summed up his experience and improved himself, and has gradually mastered his own style.

Sun Yi's praise surprised Wen Ziren. He has not received recognition from people in the industry for a long time, not to mention he is the youngest director to win the Palme d'Or.

Even Lei on the side couldn't help but smile and became happy for him.

"Director Sun, you are really exaggerating. I grew up in Asia. When I was a child, I loved all kinds of ghost stories that my grandmother told me. These things had a profound impact on me, so I thought about combining Eastern and Western horror elements. Fusion to make a more novel movie, but it has not been successful so far.”

Although James Wan became famous at a young age in Hollywood, he still maintains the humility that is unique to Easterners. After years of polishing, he is no longer arrogant and extremely humble.

Sun Yi chuckled and said: "Director Wen is a little presumptuous. In my opinion, the movie has been very successful. I'll get straight to the point. I'm very interested in this movie and want to buy it and distribute it. I don't know what you think. how?"

"Oh, of course, I'm more interested in you."

After Sun Yi finished speaking, he didn't feel anything, but Xiao Nizi's eyes looked at him much sharper, even with a hint of murderous intent.

After thinking about it for a moment, I understood it and couldn't help but laugh.

It's over, this little fairy has learned so much after me, and can understand everything.

He took a sip of coffee, covered up his embarrassment, and continued to explain:

"Director Wen, it's like this. I also have a film and television company in the United States. I have a pretty good relationship with several Hollywood companies and have certain distribution relationships. I can't let go of the North American market, but you also know that the focus of my career is still there. Domestic, so I hope to sign a director contract with you and shoot movies for my company."

Hearing Sun Yi's explanation, Wen Ziren was obviously excited. Thinking of the treatment he had received in Hollywood in the past few years, he wanted to agree immediately and prove himself again.

But Lei on the side stopped him and asked Sun Yi politely:

"Director Sun, thank you very much for your invitation, but something unexpected happened. Can we discuss it?"

Hearing his friend's words, James Wan also calmed down, his eyes became a little entangled, and he couldn't help but feel frightened when he thought of his previous experience of being ruthlessly abandoned by a Hollywood film company after his movie failed.

"Uh, Director Sun, I'm sorry, please give us some time."

"OK, no problem, Sissy, let's go out for a walk." After saying that, Sun Yi nodded to the two of them and pulled Liu Yifei out of the coffee shop.

"Brother, are you so optimistic about him?" Liu Yifei was a little curious.

Sun Yi nodded slightly and replied:

"His directorial skills are quite good, especially in horror films. North American companies cannot compete with the big six Hollywood companies in terms of big budgets and big productions. They can only start with low-cost movies."

Seeing that Liu Yifei was a little unconcerned, Sun Yi continued to explain:

"Don't underestimate this type of movie. Judging from the comprehensive profitability of multiple channels such as theaters, DVDs, TV broadcasts, and online broadcasts, this type of movie often earns much more than those big Hollywood productions. We are quietly When you enter the village, you don’t want to be a shooter, just keep silent and make a fortune."

"Then we can shoot it ourselves?" Liu Yifei once again asked her soul.

At this time, Sun Yi wanted to open Xiao Nizi's Tianling cover and see what was inside.

"I only have so much time every year. I have to make movies for you and spend time with you. How many movies can I make? Or do you want to act in a horror movie?"

Men are obsessed with semen, and women are obsessed with love. Liu Yifei is obviously obsessed with it.

After hearing what Sun Yi said about her, she immediately quit.

She held Sun Yi's arm without letting go, rubbing her bumpy breasts back and forth, looking coquettish.

"Oh~ don't talk to me, I don't make horror movies. It's okay to watch."

After saying that, her pretty face turned red and she pursed her lips in delight. Sun Yi shook his head helplessly. When he heard the last sentence, his heartbeat suddenly accelerated a bit, and he was inexplicably looking forward to it.

"Director Wen, Lei, how are you thinking about it?"

Half an hour later, Sun Yi returned to the coffee shop with Liu Yifei.

"Director Sun, I would like to ask you what the specific contract benefits are?" Wen Ziren asked expectantly.

"Well, there is at least one feature film every year, with a minimum production cost of 500 million US dollars. The director's salary can be cash or share, based on the market price, and can be signed for five years. As for this film, I heard that you spent 150 million US dollars. I can give you $200 million to buy it out."

After Sun Yi finished speaking, he paused deliberately and paid attention to the reactions of the two people.

Wen Ziren was obviously thinking about it and seemed to want to agree, while Lei frowned, hesitated, and finally asked Sun Yi.

"Director Sun, I'm sorry. What I want to say is that these conditions are not very attractive. I think we should think about it again."

After all, he once had great success and was a well-known director with a 20 million-level directorial rating. Lei obviously wanted to strive for higher conditions for his friend.

But Sun Yi is not a fool. Wen Ziren's current market value is so much, it is even a great preferential treatment.

Moreover, he is well aware of the principle of "promoting kindness and fighting against rice". Benefits and treatment should be increased bit by bit. You cannot give them all away as soon as they come up. Otherwise, when someone starts talking later, you will turn around and pat your butt and leave if you don't agree. , he will be sitting on the wax by then.

However, you can still add another weight to the scale.

Sun Yi smiled and said again: "I haven't finished my conditions yet. Director Wen, I can give you certain final editing rights."

"Final editing rights?"

Wen Ziren's eyes widened, as if his ears had heard wrongly.

"Yes, that's right. The finished film can be edited by you, not the company's producers. The final effect only needs my approval."

"Director Sun, ah, no, boss, I am willing to sign."

Directors under the director-centered system in the Chinese film and television industry will not understand the suffering of those directors under the producer-centered system in Hollywood.

What a handful of blood and tears.

Although the producer-centered system has greatly raised the lower limit of movies, it is undeniable that it also inhibits the upper limit of what talented directors can achieve.

Take the Hollywood epic blockbuster "Kingdom of Heaven" as an example. This film was the work of great director Ridley Scott for three years. After its release, its box office reputation collapsed and countless fans scolded it as Ridley. The biggest failure of my film career.

But in fact, this film was all edited by the producer, and the director's ideas were completely excluded.

In the end, Ridley released his own director's cut amid a chorus of curses.

After watching it, you will understand that this is not the same thing at all, and the latter is definitely worthy of being a majestic epic.

Therefore, the producer-centered system is also stifling the director's talent in a sense.

When a key film failed, the director still took the blame. I have never seen anyone scolding the producer.

You said, any director who has some pursuit in his heart can not care about the final editing rights of his film.

Sun Yi and Liu Yifei walked around Toronto for three more days until they were called away by Xiong Xiaoge. The charity fund needed Xiao Nizi herself to come forward.

At this Toronto Film Festival, Sun Yi has gained a lot. Not only did he buy a good film, but he also signed a director with unlimited potential for North American Stars.

At the same time, good news came from John. He also screened out several good movies. Judging from his many years of experience, although they will not have much success in theaters, they will definitely be very popular in the disc market. welcome.

The situation in the North American starry sky has been completely opened up.

Liu Yifei's charity fund has reached the final stage. All her personal assets have been liquidated, and the relevant information has been submitted to the IRS for review.

As for the review time, generally speaking, it is one month, and it is also half a year.

However, Xiong Xiaoge used IDG's connections to say hello privately and would definitely speed up the review. It is expected that the review will be completed in up to two months.

In Los Angeles, Sun Yi took John to meet James Wan and Ray, as well as Matt, the only screenwriter of North American Starry.

Matt is currently writing a suspense script based on Sun Yi's idea.

A pair of shady lovers accidentally hit and killed someone. In order to cover up the truth of the accident, a series of exciting stories happened.

The plots must be intertwined, and after several twists and turns, Sun Yi believes that Matt, who created "Shelter", will definitely surprise him.

Of course, there is no need to worry if this guy doesn't know what he is doing. We need to study Wen Ziren's affairs first.

Several people had already introduced each other, and John first introduced everyone to the preparations for the release of "Latent".

This film is going to be released in theaters.

"I have initially completed communication with Weinstein Pictures. They have promised to release this film for us at a selected date next year. There will be no less than 500 theaters. The remaining theaters will be added or reduced depending on the subsequent response to the film. I personally We also contacted several independent theater chains and attracted 100 theaters, which means that "Insidious" will be released in 600 theaters."

Wen Ziren looked at Lei, his eyes filled with excitement.

Don’t think that 600 is a small number. Usually Hollywood’s big productions with hundreds of millions of dollars, as long as they are not the works of blockbuster IPs and first-line directors, usually open to about 1500 theaters in the first week. If the results are average in the later period, the number will rise to 2000 at most.

"Insidious", a small-scale horror movie, can have such a large opening thanks to Sun Yi's good reputation.

After talking about "Latent", Sun Yi asked about Wen Ziren's next plan.

"Ziren, what are your plans next?"

"Boss, not yet. I have a few ideas that are not yet mature and need to be improved."

Sun Yi nodded and asked again:

"How about the company arranges a project for you? Are you interested in a zombie movie?"

"I haven't made a zombie movie yet, but I think I can give it a try."

Sun Yi nodded slightly, and John handed over a script from the side.

"Zi Ren, this time it's not a movie, it's a TV series. The company is planning to try to cooperate with Netflix. The script is adapted from a comic book. The company bought the copyright. I think it's pretty good. It depends on whether you want to make it. One episode costs 10. Compensation in U.S. dollars, after taxes.”

James Wan has nothing against TV dramas. He is not a well-known director in the future, and he is not picky about food. What's more, an episode costs 100, and a season must not exceed a million.

Besides, zombie movies are also a type of horror movies, so he really seemed to give it a try.

Take the script and read it.

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