China Entertainment: I am a big boss in the industry

Chapter 876: Box office performance must be considered
If these elements can be delivered in the form of a movie, they will surely attract the attention of audiences around the world.

"We can try to shoot some Sino-foreign co-productions."

Wei Lianlian made suggestions.

"This will not only increase our cultural output, but also allow us to leverage their technology and resources."

"That's a good idea."

Lin Gao nodded in agreement.

"But the prerequisite is that we must have a say."

“Cultural export cannot become cultural compromise.”

Lin Gao is well aware that the difficulty of Sino-foreign co-productions lies in how to balance the cultural differences between the two sides.

If not handled properly, it can easily cause the film to lose its distinctive features and become a hodgepodge.

“We need to find the right partners.”

“It respects our culture while also providing technical support for the film.”

Lin Gao’s thinking is very clear.

He is not in a rush for success, but hopes that through step-by-step efforts, Chinese-language films will gradually gain a foothold in the international market.

After the meeting, Lin Gao stood at the door of the conference room and took a deep breath.

He knew the road would be challenging.

But he also knew that he had taken the first step.

Next, it will depend on his and the entire team’s efforts to move toward the international stage step by step.

A few days later, Lin Gao decided to go to the United States to personally negotiate with several interested film companies.

On the last night before departure, Lin Gao sat in the office, thinking alone.

There were several draft cooperation documents on the table.

He looked through them again and again, trying to find the most suitable partner.

Wei Lianlian pushed the door open and walked in.

"Director Lin, are you really planning to discuss these collaborations in person?"

She asked a little worriedly.

Lin Gao looked up at her and smiled slightly.

"Yes."

“This is what I have to do.”

"If you don't go there in person, you'll always feel uneasy."

Wei nodded repeatedly.

She knew Lin Gao's determination and understood his persistence.

"Okay, I'll follow you all the way."

"Let's go to America together."

Lin Gao chuckled and nodded in agreement.

"Thank you. You must have worked hard along the way."

The next morning, Lin Gao and Wei Lianlian boarded a flight to the United States.

The plane flew steadily at an altitude of ten thousand meters.

Lin Gao looked at the clouds outside the window, his heart full of anticipation.

He knew that this trip to the United States would be a key step in his entry into the international market.

No matter what the outcome is, he will do his best to secure the most favorable conditions for Chinese-language films.

After more than ten hours of flight, Lin Gao and his team finally arrived in Los Angeles.

This is the center of global film, and the brilliance of Hollywood attracts countless filmmakers.

Lin Gao stood on the streets of Los Angeles and took a deep breath.

He knew that he was about to have an important conversation.

Not only for his own film career, but also for the dream of Chinese-language films going global.

This time, Lin Gao will face the world's top film companies with his cultural confidence.

The sun is shining in Los Angeles, and the blue sky shines on this film capital.

Lin Gao stood in front of the window of the hotel room. In the distance were the famous Hollywood Hills and the iconic word Hollywood.

This is his first time in the city as a director.

Today, he will have important cooperation negotiations with several top Hollywood film companies. Wei Lianlian walked in and handed him a document.

"Director Lin, this is the background information of the companies we will meet with today."

Lin Gao took the information and scanned the text on it.

He was fully prepared for today's negotiations, but he still remained calm and rigorous as usual.

“Has the negotiation schedule been arranged?”

Lin Gao asked as he looked at the information.

Wei nodded repeatedly.

"Yes, I will meet with Paramount this morning and then talk to Universal Pictures in the afternoon."

Lin Gao put down the documents in his hand, turned around and walked to the clothes rack, picking up a black suit jacket.

"Okay, good timing."

He lowered his head to adjust his collar, then walked towards the door.

The streets of Los Angeles are busy with traffic, the sun shines through the car windows, and Lin Gao's face looks particularly calm in the light and shadow.

He knew that today's negotiations were not only for his personal career, but also for making Chinese-language films truly go global.

Ten minutes later, Lin Gao and his team arrived at Paramount's headquarters building.

This historic film company has produced countless classic films, and today, they have taken a fancy to Lin Gao's talent and box office appeal and want to cooperate with him.

Lin Gao and Wei Lianlian paused briefly in front of the building and then walked through the gate.

Under the guidance of the front desk, they soon arrived at the meeting room.

Several senior executives from Paramount had been waiting here for a long time. They stood up and shook hands with Lin Gao.

"Director Lin, nice to meet you."

The head of Paramount said with a smile, a hint of respect in his eyes.

Lin Gao nodded and smiled, and after a few pleasantries, the two sides went straight to the point.

“We are very interested in your film.”

The person in charge spoke straight to the point.

“Especially your exploration of the relationship between future technology and human beings is very attractive in the international market.”

Lin Gao smiled and listened quietly to the other party's comments.

He knew that the key to negotiation was not what the other party said, but how he responded.

“We hope to work with you to produce a science fiction blockbuster for the global market.”

"Of course, we would also like to add more Chinese elements to the film."

The Paramount official continued.

"But, as you know, Hollywood has its own market rules."

“We hope that the film can maintain universal standards while incorporating some of the culture you wish to express.”

Lin Gao nodded slightly.

He knew that this was a game between culture and business.

Hollywood does have its own market rules. They prefer works that conform to the aesthetic tastes of global audiences, and this aesthetic taste often does not fully conform to the characteristics of Chinese culture.

“I am very grateful for the trust your company has placed in me.”

Lin Gao said calmly.

"However, I hope that this cooperation can be promoted in the global market while preserving Chinese culture."

His tone was calm, but every word was full of determination.

"I didn't want this film to be a 'compromised' piece."

Lin Gao's words made the atmosphere in the meeting room slightly tense.

Several Paramount executives looked at each other, obviously not expecting Lin Gao to be so outspoken.

"We understand Director Lin's idea."

The person in charge was silent for a moment, then smiled.

"However, in the global market, audience tastes are diverse."

“We have to take into account the box office performance.”

Lin Gao looked at the other person with a deep gaze.

He knew that the other party was hinting that if he insisted on using too many Chinese elements, it might affect the box office.

(End of this chapter)