My Hong Kong Island Filmmaker

Chapter 1211 Hollywood's Response
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Cheng Long walked into Golden Harvest Company with a flushed face and sleepy eyes, reeking of alcohol.

This made He Guanchang, who was sitting on the sofa waiting for more than an hour, subconsciously glance at the wall clock on the wall: 09:40.

"Master Qi~" Cheng Long took the initiative to say hello, and then sat down, rubbing his head involuntarily.

"Did you get drunk all morning alone, or did you not wake up from the wine last night?" He Guanchang asked his assistant, "Make him a glass of Americano, stronger."

"It was too late to play with Sanmao and the others at Dafuhao last night, and the show ended after five o'clock in the morning." Cheng Long rubbed his hair and yawned one after another, "I forgot how much I drank, and now my head is about to explode gone."

Strawberry prints were all over the neck, and He Guanchang, who smelled of various mixed perfumes, couldn't help frowning.

Obviously, they had a good time last night!

"Okay, let me make a long story short, you should go back early to catch up on sleep."

He Guanchong took out two scripts and handed them to Cheng Long, "The company has two scripts, one is based on the kidnapping case of Wang Dehui, a tycoon of the Chinachem Group, and the other is provided by New Line Films. A work similar to "Chinatown"..."

"New line?" Cheng Long showed hesitation.

During this period of time, he really applied the phrase, "The spring breeze is proud of the horseshoe disease, and the horseshoe disease can be seen all over Hollywood in one day." '

"Chinatown" has become a box office dark horse in the North American market. It has been released for one month, and the cumulative box office has exceeded 7500 million US dollars. Jack Cheng's name frequently appears in newspapers and magazines, which also brings him many opportunities for film invitations. However, most of the roles are still not ideal for him.

Before, he was very cautious and conservative in the choice of roles after being reminded by his brother Wu Xiaozu who is also a teacher and friend.

Oh, by the way, to use the words of my younger brother Wu Erlang, we must set up people!
This is his capital to survive in Hollywood!

He is now a rising oriental action star, so that he can have a place in Hollywood.

This is very important to Cheng Long.

In fact, even in later generations, many action stars basically have to rely on setting up people to make money.

For example, Guo Da Statham is a tough guy with facial paralysis. Otherwise, if you say a diving guy, how hard can he be?It can't be harder than the Philippine diving team, right?Impossible, absolutely impossible, after all, watching real diving depends on the Philippines and other coughs.

In the Hollywood mainstream market of the later generations, Dwayne Johnson was also created as a sunny, warm and tough guy. As everyone knows, he is definitely the appearance of a cheap-mouthed villain in WWE, and he stole the sunshine fruit in a sudden transformation.

Therefore, it is necessary to sell people.

Cheng Long thinks that he and Wu Xiaozu are "Eastern Two Heroes", and he calls himself Cheng Dalang!In this regard, Cheng Dalang trusted Wu Erlang 1000%.

"I know you value the script more, but don't worry, the script provided by New Line Films is absolutely excellent in quality. This script is written by a famous Hollywood screenwriter, and the members of the creative team are also professionals in the Hollywood industry. Keep up your Chinatown style."

Seeing Cheng Long's hesitation, He Guanchang took the initiative to dispel his doubts, "The investment of this film will not be less than 4500 million US dollars, and it will be properly A-level production. This is not a B-level film with several million dollars. Think about it." Thinking, if you have the chance to hit the top Hollywood star position, do you really want to give up?"

4500 million dollars!
He Guanchang's words made Cheng Long's heart skip a beat.

Obviously, the 'law of adding money' has a perfect restraint effect on friendship!

The production cost is only 4500 million U.S. dollars, plus the follow-up investment, it can be predicted that this drama is definitely the biggest work Cheng Long has encountered so far. At the same time, don't forget, this is still a position!
"The producers and directors are definitely Hollywood professionals. No one understands the taste of Hollywood better than them. Aaron, sometimes we have many opportunities to change ourselves. Faced with such opportunities, you must not miss them..." He Guanchang persuaded Cheng Long with the tone of someone who had experienced it, and the latter was also very moved.

It has to be said that the investment of 4500 million US dollars has basically made him surrender!
In this day and age, for a Chinese star, such a cast and role thrown out by Hollywood is definitely an opportunity that he cannot refuse!

……

In the western restaurant of the White Swan Hotel in Yangcheng, Guangdong Province, Fei Cheng was leaning on a chair, with his arms stretched out on the table, his fingers wearing gemstone rings were lazily tapping on the table, and a cigar was dangling from his mouth.

Stacking up plates and bowls couldn't stop John Boudreau from gorging himself on food.

"Give him another serving of pasta." Fei Cheng directed to the waiter.

"Enough is enough~ hiccup~ I'm full...no need."

John Boudreau raised his head and expressed his gratitude, "I haven't had enough food for several days. I originally wanted to take the train to the capital, but I didn't expect my wallet to be snatched away when I arrived at the train station... I have no choice but to Can take out the official letter from [-] and explain it to the Chinese public security..."

Everyone knows the Yangcheng Railway Station in the early 90s.

"You said you were CAA's agent?"

Fei Cheng was noncommittal, "You are persistent...persisting. You ran from Los Angeles to Hong Kong Island, then from Hong Kong Island to Yangcheng, and you still want to go to Beijing. Are people in Hollywood so active now?"

"this is my name card."

John Boudreau wiped his mouth, took out a crumpled business card from the tattered and scratched briefcase, offered it with both hands, and then explained with an embarrassing expression, "My bag was stolen and scratched by a pickpocket, Throwing it in the trash can, I managed to dig it out...I'm really sorry."

Creative Artists Agency.

In fact, the company on Hong Kong Island has already checked with Hollywood. The embarrassed American with brown stubble in front of him is indeed a junior agent of CAA, a rookie who has just graduated from the "mailroom" trial. broker.

CV is not worth hydrology.

In short, if you use 'worthless' to describe him, it is definitely not derogatory.

If the other party hadn't been chasing him for more than a month, and at the same time the reputation of the boss was involved, Fei Cheng would never have appeared here... He would rather go to the factory in Dongwan to see the production.

"Please feel free if you need it." Seeing the other party staring at the cigar on the table, Fat Cheng leaned back without hesitation, stretched out his hand to give way, and looked at the other party.

"Thank you, I don't smoke cigars and cigarettes." John Boudreau swallowed, but still maintained a professional smile, "I apologize for the trouble I caused Mr. Wu. But please believe that I have a hundred thousand Very sincere..."

After finishing speaking without him, Fei Cheng raised his hand.

Standing a few meters away, a plump secretary of mature age took the document bag and handed it to him.

"You can take a look. Here are some of Hollywood's invitations from my company to my boss. There are many contracts from your agency companies such as CAA and WMA. I think each one is very sincere."

Throwing the file to the other party casually, Fei Cheng kept smiling lightly, "So, although I don't know which one my boss will choose, I'm sorry..."

He reached out and beckoned to the secretary, "Lisa will help you arrange a plane ticket to Los Angeles. Oh, if you want to spend a few days in Yangcheng, you can continue to stay in this hotel room. Mr. Drow sincerely thank you."

John Boudreau flipped through the contract documents with more than two digits in his hand, and seeing Fei Cheng stand up, he quickly stood up too.

"Wait a minute, Mr. Li, I know that Mr. Wu is very popular in Hollywood now, but please believe me, I must be the most suitable one for Mr. Wu. My commission can be reduced to 3%, and at the same time, I will definitely use My greatest enthusiasm and ability to help Mr. Wu..."

Fat Cheng, who stopped in his tracks, brushed his shawl and curly hair with his fingers, then put his arms around the other's shoulders, and led him to the window.

"Mr. Boudreau, can you see what is in front of you?"

Outside the window, there is a busy large construction site, and various tower cranes are performing the most vigorous construction.

"If you don't know what they represent, I can tell you: wherever you can see, the buildings built in the future are all named Wu."

Fei Cheng turned his head to look at the shocked John Boudreau, and continued: "On Hong Kong Island and in Southeast Asia, one out of every 10 video tapes is produced or distributed by us.

Mr. Boudreau, do you understand what I mean? "

Seeing the dazed expression of the other party, Fei Cheng squeezed out a smile, patted the other party's shoulder, and winked at the female secretary, while he strode away.

"Mr. Boudreau, this is my phone number. If you have any questions, you can contact me. Sir Li has told you that, in order to express your sincerity and respect for Mr. Wu, we will pay for the consumption in Yangcheng or Hong Kong Island. Best wishes You have fun, have fun."

Boudreau took the business card mechanically with a disappointed expression.

All this really made him a little overwhelmed.

For a while, he broke his understanding of the customers he was about to face.

He lowered his head and looked at the contracts and contracts in his hand.

He looked up again at the busy construction site outside.

Take a deep breath.

This is a man who is used to success!
Perhaps, you may need to make some achievements to prove your ability to Mr. Wu. This is the most sincere approach.

He can see from the contracts handed over to him by the other party that Mr. Wu is not in a hurry to contact Hollywood, and this is his opportunity.

At least--

I am standing on the same starting line as the Hollywood company, isn't it?

John Boudreau shrugged. Although he was unsuccessful, he would not give up easily. This may be one of his few advantages.At the same time, his rich sales experience made him understand a truth——

If your customers don't choose you, it's because they don't trust you on the one hand, and on the other hand, it's likely that your products didn't impress them.

He firmly believes that Wu Xiaozu needs a Hollywood helper!So the 'product demand' can be determined... Now it is nothing more than the 'service and product performance' he can provide does not meet the requirements of the other party.

You see, this is the crux of the problem.

So?

Find it, conquer it, fix it.

He always insists on one point: customer first, service first.

This is also the experience he summed up after reading all the cases in the CAA reference room for several weeks.

...

A film production company named Don Simposon/Jerry Brokhume Film between Los Angeles and Burke.

Jerry Bruckheimer rested his feet on the coffee table, held a cup of coffee, and watched "Double Heroes" on TV.

Press the remote control in your hand to pause on the subtitle director screen.

"Tang, it turns out that Wu knows how to open a commercial film better than we imagined. If this film were made in Hollywood, it would still be welcomed by the market. And it is just a work that Wu shot a few years ago.

He is neither niche nor fringe. As I said, he can control commercial production well.This is definitely the kind of talent we need. "

Don Simpson was sitting on the sofa, holding tin foil, and was performing Chasing the Dragon, squinting his eyes, "Well, Jerry, I admit that Wu is indeed a successful filmmaker who knows how to shoot commercial films."

Tan Tanshou, “I can’t ignore a director who has made two films in a row with more than $7000 million in box office.

I agree with you that he is the one we need.

So, are you going to invite him next? "

Jerry Bruckheimer, with his legs on the coffee table, retracted his legs, threw away the remote control, stood up, and picked up the suit jacket on the hanger, "In fact, I have already sent him an invitation."

"He has a good relationship with Miramax."

When mentioning this independent production company that has flourished in the past two years, Don Simpson couldn't help showing envy in his tone, "As far as I know, that vulgar guy like Harvey Weinstein won't give up easily. Those guys in Xinxiang, who were hiding in the dark, were greatly influenced by "Chinatown", and they have approved several projects in the past two weeks."

"Of course, but no one will have trouble with it." Jerry Brusheimer took out his wallet, took out a Franklin and shook.

"This is really a reason that I can't refute. I heard someone say that the new line should have hacked part of Wu's interests. Maybe this is a good reason."

As a senior gold medal producer in Hollywood, Don Simpson has enough resources to let him know many unknown secrets in the industry.

Obviously, what New Line Films did was not enough.

Maybe the other party didn't intend to hide it at all.

You know, these guys are used to being arrogant!
They look down on yellow-skinned people from the bottom of their hearts, even if this person is more successful than him!
What's more, watching Wu Xiaozu's cash cow leave the New Line, it is impossible to keep them from thinking about it, after all, the money from "Chinatown" does not have the New Line's share.

Instead of maintaining the so-called face, it is more practical to get the beautiful knives in your hand.

Jerry Bruckheimer didn't know whether Harvey Weinstein knew the inside story, but based on his knowledge of insiders, the other party probably turned a blind eye.

This is an opportunity for him to take advantage of it.

Of course he is not a good person, after all, in this circle, being a good person means that you will be swallowed until there is no residue left.But when it comes to dealing with Wu Xiaozu, he doesn't mind showing his friendliness.

Let Xiaozu Wu feel the 'goodwill' from Hollywood.

Oh, only if you can actually make money!
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(End of this chapter)