Entertainment tycoon who started out as a director

"Is it the Morning Star or the Big Dipper?" Jin Suo asked curiously.

"Venus."

“Is there a role for me?”

Jinsuo's eyes lit up and his breathing became a little short.

Science fiction blockbuster!

Can Gu Ming, an international director, say something big like, "Then the investment is US$100 million, right?"

"What do you think?" Gu Ming glanced at Jinsuo, "It must be over 100 million, maybe even more than 100 million."

The production cost of this film in the previous life was indeed a little over 100 million.

But he prepares to start shooting several years in advance. The cost for special effects, 3D, etc. may be much higher. Gu Ming doesn’t know the specific amount.

There's no way to guarantee it.

We can only take one step at a time.

"Wow..." Jin Suo couldn't help but was startled again.

Big productions starting at $100 million.

This not only broke the record for mainland film production costs, but also set a precedent for domestic science fiction blockbusters!

You can't count the intergalactic bluntness of Shaw Brothers' movies back then as a science fiction blockbuster, right?

If you think about it.

This film is of great significance!

Jin Suo rolled his eyes and realized the milestone of this film.

The Olympic Games went well, with more gold medals than the United States. If a Hollywood-level sci-fi blockbuster is produced, everyone will definitely be happy to see it.

And it will leave a different memory in the hearts of the audience.

The same existence as Bai Yueguang.

When you see science fiction movies in the future, you will recall them and the characters will appear in your mind again and again.

The more he thought about it, the more excited Jinsuo became, so he decided to be shameless and ask, "What is the image of the heroine in your film?"

"Around forty years old, you should have a strong appearance."

"Director Gu, I think I am also very resolute!" Jin Suo raised his right hand and showed off his biceps. Gu Ming squeezed it, and it was indeed a little bit of muscle, but it was just a little bit. " No! You're slacking off, look at this meat."

"This is skin."

"Okay, even if he is a skinny guy, he is still forty years old." Gu Ming asked helplessly.

"I admit, there is really nothing I can do about this." Jin Suo was helpless, but he was only twenty-eight, which was quite a difference. "Can't we relax the age limit? I am willing to give everything, even if the salary is a little less. "

"What do you think, a female astronaut under thirty years old is a bit ridiculous." Gu Ming spread his hands, "I'm helpless too! Who told you to look like collagen on your face?"

"It's my fault for being young and beautiful."

"Hey, this is the first time I want to grow old." Jin Suo changed his sleeping position, "Well, Director Gu, has the script been written? Can I have a look?"

"not yet."

Gu Ming actually wrote an outline long ago and then took advantage of it in Hollywood.

But since the heroine doesn't use gold locks, there's no need to let her know.

It wasn't enough to make her upset.

"Don't worry, if there is a suitable role, can I keep it for you?" Gu Ming patted his right hand and said, "Let's get down to business."

……

Gu Ming is not a person who is greedy for pleasure.

Therefore, Jinsuo could only be allocated half a day.

Early the next morning, Gu Ming flew back to China.

The first step after returning home is to finish writing the script that I discussed with Jin Suo.

In order to ensure good box office results, a good reputation, and the ability to win awards, there are not many science fiction films that Gu Ming can think of.

The previous film "Interstellar" did have a good reputation.

But the problem is that I may not be able to hold it!

The special effects are explosive, and the total length of the film is 169 minutes, which is nearly three hours of science fiction blockbuster.

Not only does it affect theater production, but the cost of investment is too high. As a qualified producer, this film is definitely not his first choice to try a science fiction production.

Gu Ming's goal is another film called "Gravity".

The length of the film is 91 minutes. It is definitely the favorite film length among theaters. I can schedule more scenes every day and the pressure on myself is not that great.

In his previous life, he also won Alfonso Cuaron the Oscar for Best Director.

In terms of box office, the global box office was 6.52 million, ranking seventh in the global box office that year, which is definitely not weak.

It can be said that it has achieved both word-of-mouth and box office success.

It is Gu Ming's first choice.

However, Gu Ming couldn't directly follow the script from his previous life.

Mao Xiongfa's missile destroyed the abandoned satellite, causing debris to rush towards the space shuttle.

Others can take pictures like this, but it is best not to take pictures like this yourself, as it can easily cause trouble.

It could cause a sudden self-destruction, or a meteorite could happen to hit the satellite. Although the probability is small, there is no danger!

Besides, just say whether this probability exists or not.

There is also a protagonist. There is no space shuttle in China, and in order to earn back the production cost of over 100 million US dollars, so as not to lose money and scare latecomers from trying science fiction films, the protagonist can only be an American team and make an English film. piece.

Make money, not shabby.

Of course, they were planning to use Daystar to finance the filming. As the heroine with the most roles, Gu Ming decided to use a Chinese female movie star.

Among the supporting roles, as many Americans as possible should be used, black, white, and brown, all stained with rain and dew. There must also be a well-known Hollywood movie star as the leading actor to sell the movie at the box office.

The heroine went to the Tiangong Space Station and was saved, so there was no need to change.

Yes, Tiangong-11 has not been launched yet, but if Gu Ming remembers correctly, this space station was launched in September 9.

It is now the end of September 08. Such a large production took exactly three years from planning to release. By then, maybe we can take advantage of the east wind of Tiangong-9 to release it.

It can definitely boost the domestic box office.

and also.

Since we are using Tiangong’s return capsule, we don’t need to land elsewhere.

Simply choose a domestic location to land and promote domestic tourism.

And in this case, you have to choose a beautiful place.

I dragged my chin and thought for a moment.

There must be water in this place, Zhangjiajie.

After patting his head, Gu Ming put down the pen and wrote the last word. After reading it again, Gu Ming let out a long sigh and lay down on his seat, "I finally finished writing."

"Here, let me read Director Gu's new work." Yan Danchen patted Gu Ming's shoulders with both hands, took the script and became Gu Ming's first reader.

"'Gravity.'"

Yan Danchen smacked his lips, "Reminds me of that "Journey to the Center of the Earth", a science fiction movie?"

"Let's give it a try." Gu Ming smiled, "If I don't be the pioneer in the country, who will? No one will do it. Maybe the first domestic science fiction blockbuster will have to be delayed for ten years."

"Have courage!"

After complimenting Gu Ming, Yan Danchen immediately opened the script and read it attentively. After reading it, he looked at Gu Ming in surprise, "Outer space, space station, can this be filmed?"

"Also, don't we have a space station in our country? Won't the audience think it's fake?" "I have news. There is a high probability that there will be one in three years!"

"Then you have to know the structure in advance!"

"Definitely. Without the support from NASA, would it be okay if the filming turned out to be too fake?"

"Okay, I'll go get this done tomorrow. At least I'll get a rough idea of ​​the structure first."

……

China Film.

Gu Ming directly found Han Sanpin's office.

Knocked on the door "dong dong dong".

"Come in." Han Sanpin raised his head slightly and glanced up. When he saw it was Gu Ming, he immediately raised his head and said, "Come in if you come. You're knocking on the door. Isn't it too awkward?"

"Hey, what are you holding in your hand? The script for your new movie?"

"Come and see." Han Sanpin stood up, came over, took the script from Gu Ming's hand, put it on his table, and then poured Gu Ming a cup of tea.

One-sided, said over and over again.

"I always feel like I smell something unusual."

"You haven't been to my place for a long time, and today you came to my door with a script. This script is extraordinary!"

"Yes, science fiction."

"Science fiction movie?" Han Sanpin shook his hand, "What type?"

"It's what you think." Gu Ming smiled, "I think it's at least 100 million US dollars. Whether more will be needed depends on the demand."

"I'll go..." Han Sanpin complained. The next moment, the smile on his face could no longer stop, and the corners of his mouth rose crazily.

"Science fiction blockbuster!"

"Good guy, are we going to have this kind of movie in our country?"

"You released a satellite of David for me!"

"No problem, let's do it!" Han Sanpin patted the table, "We have a lot of blockbusters in our country, but they are all costume films and action films. Someone on the Internet said that the United States shoots backwards, but we shoot forwards. shoot."

"We have to be like the United States and make more science fiction movies."

"I fully support your project!"

"Just tell me how much you are short of." Han Sanpin waved his hand grandly, ""Red Cliff" is not bad. I will give you as much as you want."

"Aren't you afraid of compensation?"

"Hi..." Han Sanpin said righteously, "Science fiction blockbusters have filled a gap in our domestic film and television industry. How can we simply lose money or make money with this kind of thing?"

"You really think so?" Gu Ming didn't believe it.

"Hehe." Han Sanpin smiled, "I have confidence in you!"

"If someone else wanted $100 million to make a science fiction movie, I would definitely beat the drum, but it's you, I'm confident!"

"Did your "Parasite" do well at the box office?"

"Thirty to forty million dollars should be fine." Gu Ming said truthfully.

"Look!" Han Sanpin clapped his hands, "This kind of film can fetch tens of millions of dollars in North America. How can it be done by someone else?"

"I believe that no matter what kind of film you make, you won't lose money."

"Others think so too." Gu Ming laughed, picked up the cup and took a sip, "I am not short of money. I am here to find other assistance."

"What aid?"

"Mr. Han, please read the script first. You will know after reading it."

"It's quite mysterious."

Han Sanpin opened the script with strong curiosity. When he saw the back, he understood, "You need the cooperation of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration!"

"Yes!" Gu Ming nodded, "I'm here to find you."

"No problem!" Han Sanpin nodded, but frowned again the next second, "It's just that after this movie is released, if the Tiangong No. 1 fails..."

"Is there something bad..."

"Old Han, can't you just hope for the better?" Gu Ming knocked on the table, "After all, we are eating the country's food. What's your consciousness? Do you just hope that Tiangong will fail?"

"Well, after Tiangong succeeds, can't I release this film again?"

"But, who knows when it will be successful?" Han Sanpin asked worriedly, "Ask the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, they dare not say 100%, they are not afraid of 10,000, just afraid of the worst, by then this film will..."

"I don't need you to vote for Mr. Han. Is this okay?" Gu Ming said helplessly, "Let those who are willing to take risks take risks. Old Han, you just need to help me smoothen the relationship."

"Who said I won't vote?" Han Sanpin turned his face, "I must vote!"

"How much share do you give?"

"Fifteen percent."

"Okay." Han Sanpin agreed directly, "Fifteen million US dollars, we will pay."

"Hey, think about it carefully. If you don't vote, I can find someone else to vote for me. Everyone will still be happy to support me in making movies."

"Okay, stop talking and drink your tea." Han Sanpin glared at Gu Ming. When Gu Ming stopped talking, he took Gu Ming to talk about the film.

The script was sent in and it was approved in less than a week.

Gu Ming also started the old operation and began to divide the investment amount.

Gu Ming's investment share in the film was brainlessly sought after by others, especially when "Parasite" was very likely to make money. In less than three days, a total investment of 100 million was confirmed.

China Film Corporation paid 15%, no premium, US$15 million.

Wanda wanted to take over everything, but Gu Ming refused, and finally settled on a quota of 25%, a premium of 60%, and an investment of US$40 million.

Other old friends paid a premium of 50%, divided into 15% and 22.5 million.

Daystar invested 22.5 million, occupying the largest piece of cake, 45%.

After negotiating the investment, there was still no news from the NASA, so Gu Ming flew to the United States alone.

On the one hand, I need to promote "Joker", which will be released in November, and on the other hand, I need to find people.

Although Gu Ming also really wants to use domestic resources to make a science fiction blockbuster like "The Wandering Earth" in his previous life.

But the reality is more cruel.

Even Tiangong Colors, owned by Daystar, which has the best technology today, cannot handle the special effects production of "Gravity".

It requires cooperation with an experienced special effects company, as well as various related personnel with experience in production.

Not to mention that Gu Ming is planning to convert this film into a 3D version.

There are no relevant reserves in the country.

This has to be done.

After a busy month in the United States, I finally managed to recruit a group of relevant personnel.

In a blink of an eye, November 11st has arrived.

The premiere of "Joker", which Gu Ming had high hopes for, was held on this day.

Compared with "Parasite", which was more conservative, this time, Beidou Star invested US$30 million in preliminary publicity funds alone.

With so much money, naturally the premiere cannot be small.

Gu Ming almost called everyone he could.

The number of reporters was also much larger than last time, which can be described as a huge momentum. (End of chapter)