Entertainment tycoon who started out as a director

Chapter 232 Major Cooperation

"The last 007 actor, Pierce Brosnan, was already over [-] years old."

"It's time for him to quit."

"And MGM came under our Sony Columbia umbrella."

"In order to let everyone know that MGM has changed and has a new boss, naturally we can no longer use the old one."

"So, we plan to find a new actor to play James Bond, creating a new era of 007, so that this agent who appeared in 62 will shine on the big screen again after twenty films!"

"Good idea." Gu Ming nodded, "It's really time to change to 007. The previous 007 is too old."

"Do you agree?" Anthony glanced at Gu Ming.

"But whether I agree or disagree, does it matter?" Gu Ming knew that the other party wanted him to direct the film, but he couldn't take the initiative to say so!

Otherwise, it will appear as if I insist on making this film.

The initiative is gone.

As for whether to go and take pictures.

It depends on the conditions.

To be honest, most major directors would not be willing to take on a movie like 007.

It’s a big seller, that’s why we, 007, deserve this influence.

It has a bad reputation at the box office. That’s because the director is not good enough to ruin 007 for me.

Trash director, get out!

Therefore, in the previous life, the director of this first 007 film after Sony acquired MGM was also a person who cannot be considered a small director, but not a very famous one, named Martin Campbell.

Oh, and he went on to direct "Green Lantern" and Jackie Chan's "The Last of Us."

If it weren't for the relationship with Anthony, who had just been promoted, it would be hard to recommend, taking over 007? Gu Ming wouldn't even consider it.

Now I'm considering it, but whether I take it over or not depends on how much money I can give.

Now that the money is in place, it’s easy to talk about anything. Who said we should be friends?

If you don’t have enough money, what kind of friends are you? I'm not familiar with you!

"Gu!" Anthony put his arm around Gu Ming's shoulders, "Don't you know what I mean?"

"How about our company's latest version of 007?"

"It's just a favor to my brother."

"I won't miss out on your benefits. The director's salary is [-] million! The producer's salary is additional."

"Forehead……"

Gu Ming didn't answer immediately.

Twenty million in pure film salary is not too small.

It’s almost as much as a director of David Fincher’s level.

However, my level is not lower than David Fincher.

And [-] million US dollars is a bit less for me to earn!

It was worth taking action a few years ago, but now you have to work hard for [-] million, you can't do it!

Besides, is it possible for me to make a movie like 007 without you giving me a premium?

Friends are friends, business is business.

Anthony, a Hollywood person, should understand this better.

Therefore, Gu Ming was waiting for Anthony to propose a share-sharing clause and then make a decision based on this clause.

But after waiting for four or five seconds, he didn't open his mouth.

Gu Ming immediately showed off his acting skills and became embarrassed.

"As for this, as you know, I'm very busy. I have another film being shot, and I have the planning of two more films. In addition, I have to be responsible for our country's Olympic Games."

"Oh, buddy, I'm not done yet." Anthony said, "We'll give you [-]% of the North American box office share."

"I'm really busy."

"How about setting up a sharing clause?" Anthony said, "The basic share is [-]%. If the North American box office exceeds [-] million, the share will be [-]%. If the box office exceeds [-] million, the share will be [-]%. The maximum share is [-]%. ten."

"Gu, this is the most generous offer I can give."

"No matter how high the conditions are, I agree to it, but it won't be passed at the high-level meeting when the time comes."

"Seeing that you are so embarrassed, I can consider it." Gu Ming still pretended to be embarrassed, "But when the time comes, who has the final say on the script, shots, and crew?"

"You have the final say on the crew, and they will be the producer for you."

"As for the other two items, after all, it is the 007 series. After you have completed the script and storyboards, you need to submit it to the company for review. Also, we hope you can base the script on the first 007 Bond novel by "Ian Fleming" "Casino Royale" to adapt."

"I can't help you fight for this."

"This novel means something different."

"It's not just the first 007 novel, it's also a story from the past."

"Oh?" Gu Ming was a little interested. He really didn't know this, "What's the matter?"

"Alas." Anthony sighed, "Originally, the rights to adapt this novel belonged to us at Sony, but in 99, we sold it to MGM for US$1000 million."

"After the sale, our company also secretly filmed Casino Royale. As a result, MGM sued us. Not only did we have to stop filming, but we also had to pay compensation of US$[-] million."

"We've bought all MGM now, right?"

"So, adapting this novel into a movie means a lot to us at Sony Columbia Pictures!"

"But I don't like this feeling of being constrained!" Gu Ming's face started to look awkward again, "The company has to pass the review, and the shooting subject has to be stipulated, and even the novel it will be adapted from has been decided, which makes it very difficult for me. Do it!”

"Gu, it's impossible to raise the director's remuneration any more." Anthony revealed, "But we can give you the right to choose the heroine for this film, and you also have the right to make suggestions for the new Bond."

"..."

Gu Ming's expression froze.

Sincerity!

Full of sincerity.

Especially the casting of the heroine, who is a Bond girl!

Just leave it to yourself?

For a moment, Gu Ming was thinking about which female star he would hit.

But that's just a thought.

For such a character, it is obviously not worth it for an artistic exchange.

The most important thing is profit. The actors who are thrown to Daystar can not only communicate artistically, but also make money for Daystar.

"Okay!" - Gu Ming extended his hand to Anthony.

"If it weren't for your sake, I wouldn't have accepted it."

"But you said so, and I feel your company's sincerity, so it's settled."

"Within three months, I will give you the script and footage to Sony Columbia."

"Okay! Let's sign the contract tomorrow!" Anthony also breathed a sigh of relief secretly.

This is the first major production he has been responsible for since taking office.

Moreover, the 007 series is destined to be a series that will fail even if it is not a big hit.

It has attracted too much attention from all over the world.

There was also a lot of pressure on him.

Out of instinct over the past few years, he felt that cooperation with Gu Ming would be successful.

Action movies are what Gu Ming is good at, and Gu Ming has gathered a group of fans all over the world. Patronizing Gu Ming's gimmicks can also attract many potential audiences.

In addition, Gu Ming was released at the same time as "Kingdom of Heaven" this time, and "Kingdom of Heaven" failed miserably, which made him more determined to cooperate with Gu Ming.

Now that Gu Ming was finally dragged onto the pirate ship, he could worry less about the rest.

"Okay, Gu, I won't disturb you anymore. See you tomorrow!" Anthony and Gu Ming waved their hands and walked away with a smile.

Send Anthony away.

Gu Ming found Zhou Xun's eyes staring directly at him.

"What's wrong? Do you want to play a Bond girl?" Gu Ming asked with a smile.

"Do you believe it when I say no?" Zhou Xun asked, "The famous Bond girl, even I can become famous. Who do you think wouldn't want to act?"

"You are not suitable!"

It’s about my own directing career.

Gu Ming was not one to be emotional.

Shaking his head gently.

In order to let Zhou Xun understand the reason, he also looked up and down Zhou Xun.

"All previous 007s are over [-] meters tall, and many are over [-] meters tall. Even if the restrictions are relaxed, they still have to be [-] meters tall. How tall are you?"

"One meter six."

"I go……"

Gu Ming was speechless. You really lied without drafting.

We both know how good you are, but we still care about your height, "Do you dare to measure it?"

"One meter fifty-eight."

"Forehead?"

"He's really [-] meters tall!"

"Okay, yes!" Gu Ming felt that this height may have some moisture, but it is not easy to lower it any further, as it would easily hurt his self-esteem, "Even if he is [-] meters tall, why is there no Bond actor who is [-] meters tall? "

"Twenty-five centimeters missing."

"A head."

"Do you think the time is right?"

"Okay, you are the number one sister in the company. I won't forget you if there is a role that suits you. This is really unacceptable!"

Just like "Hurricane", in terms of image, it was most suitable for Jin Suo, who was in the company at the time, to play it.

But shouldn’t Zhou Xun be the daughter?

At most, the camera can be used to avoid her shortcomings of relatively short height.

Because Li Lianjie was not very high, he could still cope with it.

This time I was shooting 007, and when a little guy suddenly appeared, I was afraid that he would be scolded by the audience.

"I also feel pressure to match up." Zhou Xun asked casually. She thought about matching herself with a [-] meter tall man in her head, and she also felt it was a bit funny.

It always feels like a father with a daughter.

……

The next afternoon.

Sony Columbia approached Gu Ming and signed a contract as a director, producer, and screenwriter.

Since the main matters had been discussed, Gu Ming looked at the minor clauses and signed them after confirming that there were no problems.

After signing the contract and leaving Zhou Xun to continue participating in the promotion of "Hurricane Rescue 3", Gu Ming took the plane directly back to Hong Kong Island.

What he didn't know was.

Because he is also considered a famous top director in the world, each of his films has a good reputation at the box office.

After the contract was signed, Sony Columbia started promoting the new 007 film in advance.

[The amazing Eastern director, Gu Ming, will work with Sony Columbia to create the latest version of 007! 】

[Gu’s latest action movie, 007! 】

Headlines appeared in various media reports.

Even the news that Gu Ming can decide the 007 heroine and the new Bond girl has spread to the Hollywood actress circle.

The circles of countries are one family.

Even though Zhou Xun has not returned to China, once Hollywood knows about it, the domestic side will naturally know about it.

Bond girl!

Can Gu Ming make the decision?

For a time, countless actresses set their sights on Hong Kong Island where Gu Ming was filming, and they were all a little horny.

(End of this chapter)