How China Entertainment was developed

Chapter 650 [Pirates of the Caribbean 6]? No, it’s [Somali Pirates 6]

Talk about [Pirates of the Caribbean 6].

This was the purpose of his trip, but when he heard Zhang Nan bring up this topic, as if he had been waiting for a long time, Robert Watt knew that he and Disney Pictures were going to bleed a lot this time.

Comparing the previous topic of making money, the contrast between the two is even greater.

"A fixed salary of US$450 million, plus 50% of global box office dividends and peripheral income sharing." Robert Watt made the offer.

Zhang Nan raised his eyebrows after hearing this, "This is the same as my previous situation in [Pirates of the Caribbean 4]!"

Robert Watt, who had expected Zhang Nan's words, spoke again: "The rights to the [Pirates of the Caribbean] series that Disney Pictures bought from you before will be sold to you for one dollar."

When Robert Watt said this, his heart ached a little, because Disney Pictures spent 4.5 billion US dollars to buy it back from Zhang Nan.

But no way.

The box office performance of [Pirates of the Caribbean 5] has shown that if the [Pirates of the Caribbean] series did not have Zhang Nan, then the value of the entire series would have followed the example of [Jurassic Park], declining and eventually becoming worthless. So it's better to cut off a strong man's wrist, which can be considered a good bargaining chip.

Zhang Nan wanted to say something else, but after only speaking one word, he was interrupted by Robert Watt.

"I……"

"The company treats me like this, how can I refuse? Happy cooperation!" Zhang Nan extended his hand grandly, wanting to finalize the cooperation.

And——, Zhang, this is the first high-profile project I have undertaken after becoming president. Please help me because Luke has been your agent for many years! "Robert Watt said sincerely and with reason.

Upon seeing this, Robert Watt quickly held Zhang Nan's hand, and then whispered: "Well, Zhang, the fixed salary is 450 million U.S. dollars, can you publicize it to the outside world as 500 million U.S. dollars? We have some internal friction here. You are in urgent need of some 'lubricating oil'. Of course, we can help you with the $450 million higher tax bill. The Disney Legal Department has been used by you before."

Zhang Nan: "..."

He agreed directly and seemed a little constrained by threats and connections, so Zhang Nan gave an excuse that was not a reason.

But this is the price for Robert Watt to open his mouth, letting Zhang Nan know that there is a lot of room for bargaining!

"..."

"Add three percent." Robert Watt extended an OK gesture and showed three fingers.

When Robert Watt heard this, he only felt that Zhang Nan's mind was really smart, and he could actually find this reason that he had never thought of, and he quickly followed: "That is the company's precious wealth. It is not only preserved, but also carefully maintained. We have been paying you your employee insurance all these years."

"The company still keeps my workstation in the dubbing office, right?" Zhang Nan said.

After Zhang Nan heard this, he looked at Old Luke on the side. Seeing this, Old Luke quickly turned his head and looked away without saying a word.

"This is not about money, it's about reputation. Do you understand reputation?" Zhang Nan felt insulted after hearing Robert Watt's words and said irritably.

After all, what’s the difference between a dollar price and a free gift?

Forehead!

Maybe the difference is that it's not free, but costs one dollar.

Robert Watt's eyes twitched, but he could only endure it and said: "I will give you another 1% of the box office share and peripheral income share."

If there is more, we would rather mess up the [Pirates of the Caribbean] series and incur punishment from the parent company of the group than be fired for betraying the company's interests.

So - Zhang Nan started to pretend to be coy and said: "Well... Robert, you also know that when I was in [Pirates of the Caribbean 4], I had already said goodbye to the fans of the [Pirates of the Caribbean] series. The ministry has reappeared, which is a big blow to my credibility."

And this bargaining chip really made Zhang Nan feel the sincerity of Disney Pictures.

"Five percent at most, that's the bottom line after I met with a bunch of executives at Disney Studios to discuss it.

Good guy, really good guy.

What you filmed was the "Pirates of the Caribbean" project, not Guo Debang's Somali pirates joke.

With a salary of 450 million US dollars, I will issue you an invoice of 500 million US dollars. You can make a fortune from it, right?

Why would I rather mess up the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series and incur punishment from the group's parent company than be fired for betraying the company's interests? Are you afraid of being fired?

It's not okay to sell the company's interests to me, but selling the company's interests to yourselves is not only okay, but it's okay in a big way.

I was still frightened by you, I want less.

This fucking $50 million piece of shit will at least get a 23% dividend.

“Robert, you have just come to power at Disney Pictures, and your foundation is not yet stable, so don’t make such a big move.

David Morris, the old president of Warner, only dared to play such a trick when he left, and it was only 40 million U.S. dollars. You are getting 50 million U.S. dollars this time, which is too eye-catching. "Zhang Nan kindly persuaded Robert Watt.

Robert Watt quickly explained: "It's just because I just came here, so I did this. Don't worry, it's not garish. I don't get this money alone. The finance, vice president, general manager of the project department... all of them are there, eh! I'm here There is nothing we can do, the old president of Warner’s actions before he left have completely ruined the good atmosphere of Hollywood for so many years.”

After hearing Robert Watt's words, the corners of Zhang Nan's mouth almost twitched.

Why the hell has all these years of good culture in Hollywood been completely ruined?

Has Hollywood had a good trend over the years?

Come here if you have a dirty mouth!

but……

At this point, Zhang Nan couldn't refuse, so he could only ask for more benefits and not help in vain.

"In October, I have a movie to be released, and Disney Pictures' publicity and distribution channels must fully support my movie." Zhang Nan was talking about "The Wandering Earth 1".

After gradually handing over his distribution and publicity channels to Wanda Pictures, Zhang Nan's publicity and distribution power has been greatly weakened.

Of course.

Even if it has not weakened, Zhang Nan intends to let [Wandering Earth 1] play a big role this time, and his personal power on hand is not enough.

Then it is inevitable to seek the propaganda power of Hollywood giants.

And Zhang Nan is not only looking for Disney Pictures, he will also look for Universal, Warner, MGM, Paramount, Sony Columbia, and 20th Century Fox, and then truly realize a global wave of global distribution channels. Released.

Because otherwise, the box office of four billion US dollars would be a bit unreasonable.

"This is a small matter, no problem. I will definitely handle it beautifully for you, but are you going to make a big move this time?" Robert Watt felt a little more relaxed and curious when he saw Zhang Nan agreed to his request. asked.

"It's a big move." Zhang Nan nodded in confirmation.

"How big is it?" Robert Watt was curious.

Zhang Nan did not answer. After all, Robert Watt would not believe it if he directly mentioned the box office of four billion US dollars. This number is too outrageous.

"What do you think?" Zhang Nan gave it a try.

"Two billion dollars?" Robert Watt thought too much.

"It's very close." Zhang Nan said with a smile.

"Twenty-one billion?"

"Closer."

"How much exactly?"

"You'll know then."

(End of this chapter)