Entertainment Achiever System

Sitting opposite Brother Xiaosa, Gao Yan lit a cigarette and smoked it slowly. He seemed to think about it for a while, and then said: "The American film industry is different from that in China. They implement a producer-centered system, which means , When the producer has a good idea, he will find a suitable screenwriter to write the script, or buy an idea and find a screenwriter to adapt it, then take the script and then find the director, and finally hand over the script and director's information to the major companies. The film company seeks investment, and finally finds actors."

After exhaling a puff of white smoke, Gao Yan said emphatically: "What does this have to do with my sudden mention of signing with CAA? Because most of these producers are under CAA's banner, so are the directors, and so are the stars. Fulfilling the old proverb that the rich water does not flow into the field of outsiders, from producers, directors to actors, even screenwriters, photographers, makeup artists, composers..., almost everyone who needs a movie can work in CAA I searched internally, and all the job opportunities were given to my own people in the company. In this way, an interesting and frightening thing happened!"

He coughed lightly and stubbed out the cigarette butt, and said solemnly: "That is, as long as there is a film or TV series that CAA's producer and director joins, then other more important roles must also be CAA's signatories. There is no need for outsiders at all, and outsiders can't get in at all."

Speaking of this, he clearly saw someone's eyes shrinking, and a look of exclamation and understanding flashed across his face.

So he showed a wry smile and said: "I have been wondering before, why you are so famous in Asia, and in Europe and America, you can be regarded as a quasi-first-line male star in terms of popularity, but no Hollywood company has ever contacted you What? After all, with that performance in New York, your box office appeal should have been reflected."

Brother Xiaosa was still silent, but his expression relaxed. Gao Yan glanced at him and continued, "I couldn't find the reason, but I talked to Wu Yusen the day before yesterday, and when he was about to hang up, he suddenly asked you Do you have any ideas about joining CAA, and tell me a little bit about the situation, and then let me think it over before discussing it with you..."

"If they act as an agent for my film business, what is the share of the remuneration?"

"5%... huh? You..."

Gao Yan gave the answer subconsciously, and then suddenly came to his senses, and asked in surprise: "You, do you really have this intention?"

The corners of Brother Xiao Sa's mouth turned up, and he folded his arms around his chest, and said calmly, "Do you think I should sign the contract? Tell me the truth!"

Anything that is afraid of calling the truth, if you put aside your selfishness, of course Gao Yan will not think about it, and he can give the answer directly, that is: sign!

After all, Hollywood is actually very exclusive, unlike in China, as long as you have money or background, you can be popular casually.

In that place, the territory has long been divided, major entertainment groups + major brokerage companies, and then there are directors' guilds and actors' guilds. These forces have already occupied Hollywood. You, a Chinese star, have no connections or connections. , why do people find you?Do you really think that a movie cannot be separated from anyone?

Just like CAA, people can completely find the actors they need within themselves, even if they can't find a completely suitable type, can't they modify the script a little bit?Isn't it okay to buy eggs with the standard?

That's right, someone is so famous now, but he has never been called by Hollywood. It is precisely because he is not necessary, and because he has not given up the benefits, so no one will take the initiative to find him unless he is willing to go. Fight for those low-cost reading movies with unknown future.

Well, if we change our thinking, for example, if he has already signed with CAA...

Gao Yan didn't need to think about it carefully. Given his talent and popularity, he must be making a Hollywood movie now, earning at least several million dollars in salary.

Because it's a loss for caa to let a celebrity like him not use it!No brokerage company would do such a reckless thing.

Of course, if a certain person doesn't care about Hollywood, then it doesn't matter. After all, he is not without a job. Now there are many scripts in China that want him to shoot, and all of them are leading actors, and the last one is the number one supporting actor.

Uh, the price is not very high, usually between 300 million and 400 million, which is obviously not in line with his status.

At the same time, those who invited him were almost all low-cost literary fans. Not to mention whether the script was good or not, the key was the type of the story, which made him feel very boring!He would never accept such a script.

Because he knows very well that there are not many domestic fans who like to watch literary films. Taking this kind of film is not only unattractive, but the most important thing is that it is difficult to prove his box office appeal. Except for hardcore fans, who the hell would go? Watching a depressing or gloomy literary film?If you have this time, why not watch a commercial film with a serious fight or a funny one!

It is precisely because of this that it is really difficult to participate in the shooting of several films in a year in the domestic film industry, and there are not so many opportunities at all.

Actually, if you think about it carefully, you will know that there are less than 10 major directors of domestic commercial films, and they basically all have their own regular partners, or very favorite collaborators. What are the chances of Tang Xiaosa's starring role?

It seems that you really need to join caa!At that time, there will be one in Hollywood, one in China, plus one record a year, and the rest of the time will be to participate in various endorsement, award-winning and other activities, oh, and vacation.

Gao Yan thought of so many things at once that he even forgot to answer Brother Xiaosa's question, until he raised his volume again and asked, "Brother Yan, do you think I should sign?".

He came back to his senses with an 'ah', and quickly replied: "Should sign! Anyway, it's just a movie appointment, we are not good at this, it's better to let them help, and the 5% share is not too heavy, you even One day, they got a million dollar salary, and they only took away 00, which is definitely worth it."

"Is that the reason?"

Brother Xiaosa said calmly: "I want to hear all your opinions. After all, this is a very important decision!"

Gao Yan blinked his eyes, suddenly smiled bitterly, and sighed: "The most important thing is that if you don't go to Hollywood, your salary won't rise, and you can't ask a sky-high price. Just like Zhou Runfa, get a salary of 1000 million U.S. dollars, or star in with zero salary, but you can get [-]% of the box office dividend."

He said helplessly: "Just like this time, your salary seems to have indeed increased, but in conversion it is only about 750 million, which is still two episodes. In fact, it didn't increase much at all, which is about the same as Jin Chengwu's salary! "

He paused: "How much is Zhou Runfa's salary? 500 million US dollars + box office dividends! Liang Chaowei's is 300 million US dollars, three times yours. The gap is really too big. How can you be considered a real international star? That's it! The pay is only a fraction of theirs, and I didn't even want to sign this contract at the time."

"Hehe, am I a newcomer? I haven't proven myself in the film industry, so how can people pay a high price to hire me?"

Brother Xiao Sa can see it, although he can barely be regarded as an international star, but the question is, where does the word "international" come from?A Grammy, an Internet, and a performance in New York. These three aspects have nothing to do with movies!In the film industry, he is still a fresh newcomer.

Gao Yan nodded and said: "It is precisely because of this consideration that I hold my nose and admit it. After all, Wu Yusen is also an internationally renowned director, and the investment in this film is very large, so I should give him face. , By the way, let's mess with your qualifications!"

Speaking of this, his tone changed: "However, we must also be aware of a problem, that is, the pool of the domestic film industry is still too small to accommodate so many big fish. If you have not worked hard in Hollywood twice, then others will not agree with your so-called "international surname", just like Zhang Ziyi, who did not get the title of "international chapter" before going to Hollywood, Is her salary so high? Can she compete with Gong Li?"

Having said so much in one breath, he had to stop and take a breath, and then concluded: "So, go to Hollywood for a while! With your charisma and healthy personal image, I believe you can definitely get With a salary of at least 300 million US dollars or more, if domestic films invite you again at that time, you can take advantage of the trend and ask for Hollywood treatment."

It's funny to say that he is currently the most famous, and in the eyes of young people in Europe and America, he is also the most famous active Chinese entertainment star (this is the result of a survey conducted by ABC TV in the United States), but he participated in a big production worth 8500 million US dollars, but he I only got a salary of 100 million US dollars, and it was two episodes together. I am too embarrassed to say this number!

Well, if the role of Zhao Yun is just a soy sauce, similar to a cameo, 100 million US dollars is reasonable, but in fact Zhao Yun's role is very important, almost all war scenes, it is tiring and dangerous, and the bargaining price is low , if this situation does not want to change, Gao Yan, the manager, must be extremely unqualified.

"Is it just these reasons?" Brother Xiaosa looked at Gao Yan firmly and asked, "Is there anything else to add?"

The latter also looked at him, and said without hesitation: "There are two more points. First, you must sign with the American headquarters, not their domestic offices. Second, they are only responsible for your Hollywood film career. I believe that I can continue to be competent!"

Brother Xiao Sa laughed: "Okay, then you can go to negotiate! If necessary, you can give them a few more points in the remuneration share!"

"How much more?"

"Yes!"

He patted the table, laughed and said: "We have so many requests, they will definitely not agree to a 5% commission, but if you give a few more points, they should think carefully!"

Gao Yan also laughed, nodded and said: "I understand!" (To be continued.)