China Entertainment: I have been a director since 05

Chapter 162 The share is finalized and we go to the United States!
"I have a hunch that Director Jiang will make a big comeback in Venice this time."

Han Sanpin has actually always felt this way, and he doesn't know whether it was Jiang Wen who gave him the courage or Guan Ling who gave him the courage.

But this idea is actually quite strong.

"I think there's something to be said for it. Didn't you say that the script was written by Director Guan? Last year, this guy's "The Sun Also Rises" was nominated for the Golden Lion Award, and before that, "Sunny Days" was also nominated. This time, the two swords combined, can't they win? "

Several people have high expectations for "Let the Bullets Fly".

"Don't praise it. Jiang Wen is not here, and "Let the Bullets Fly" actually has a strong commercial element. This is a bit different from the purpose of the Venice Film Festival. Venice values ​​art films most. So I don't have high hopes. .”

Guan Ling was too lazy to listen to people chatting about "Let the Bullets Fly", so he took the initiative to express his opinion.

"Everyone, how about we get straight to the point and talk about some serious business?"

Guan Ling was very direct, and the eyes of the big guys opposite him immediately lit up.

Mr. Ren from Shanghai Film Academy finally spoke, "I don't understand when you talk about art. People from Shanghai are the most sensitive to money. Come on, let's find a room?"

"No problem." Lu Dong and Jin Liang from Shanying looked at each other. This was why they came to the capital for a business trip.

Everyone knows very well what the purpose of this celebration is.

Since Guangxian, Bona and the like were able to receive invitations from Guan Ling, it was because Guan Ling didn't mind allocating some quotas to them. It's really good for everyone to be nice.

The actors who were trying to get in here before heard the conversation of a few people and walked away naturally.

It is difficult for these big guys and actors to participate in the conversation.

In a private room at the celebration party, several people were sitting together.

"Let me tell you some bad news first. This time, Director Guan has increased the price for me at China Film." Han Sanpin spoke first, "But I think it doesn't hurt to add a little more. After all, Director Guan's projects are all projects that are guaranteed to make a profit. China Film Just take some of the premium share and you won’t lose money.”

Everyone looked at Guan Ling for a moment. The premium was normal. After all, everyone wanted to join Guan Ling's project now. However, China Film Group paid a premium. Others would probably be more cruel.

"Dr. Han, what you said made me sweat."

Guan Ling knew that Han Sanpin's words were not for him, but for others, so he smiled and said, "If I lose money on the movie, wouldn't I be unworthy of Director Han's evaluation of a guaranteed profit?"

The two of them seemed casual, but in fact, their harmony had already set the tone for this negotiation.

"Director Guan, you are so humble." Yu Dong smiled like a Maitreya Buddha, "When has your movie ever made a loss?"

Everyone nodded, no movie directed or produced by Guan Ling had ever lost money.

This is really a miracle. Among all the major directors in China, only two have such a record of not having to pay compensation.

No more pleasantries.

Several people quickly got to the point.

"The investment cost of "Painted Skin" is 6000 million? This investment is really not small. China Film Group's 30% is not excessive, right?" He asked for a high price and sat down to pay back the money. Han Sanpin explained his thoughts when he asked for the share, and then other companies began to refute. .

"Then Shanghai Film Academy also gets 30%?"

"I say Director Han and President Ren, please leave some soup for everyone." Ren Zhonglun and Han Sanpin were a bit at odds with each other, and Guan Ling knew this.

But these two people don't regard themselves as outsiders. "If you two continue like this, Mr. Yu, Mr. Wang, Manager Ye, and Director Lu will leave in a hurry."

Guan Ling was joking.

However, what Han Sanpin and Ren Zhonglun said was not entirely a joke, but Guan Ling could not give them so much.

Han Sanpin is a happy yuppie these days.This year's blockbuster "Superman" released by China Film Group Corporation has been released, with a box office approaching 2012 million, and "Kung Fu Panda" has also been confirmed to be distributed by China Film Group Corporation.Not to mention the two blockbuster films "Tongtian Empire" and "Red Cliff", both of which were participated by the China Film Group, as well as "[-]" at the beginning of the year. Han Sanpin's mouth burst out laughing.

Moreover, the second half of "Red Cliff" will be released soon, as well as a lot of Guan Ling's movies, which makes China Film happy just thinking about it.

Mr. Ren from Shanghai Film Studio has also been very high-spirited recently. In the past two years, Shanghai Film has frequently produced masterpieces, such as "The Good Man", "Tokyo Trial", "Lust, Caution", "Blueberry Nights", "The Mummy 3", "Big Guan" Basketball" and so on, all achieved good results.Moreover, "Slam Dunk" directly gave Shanghai Film its first shot in commercial value, and it sold very well in places such as Thailand and Singapore.

Shanghai Film's revenue has reached 15 billion. If China Film did not add up the advertising revenue of the Six Princesses, its film revenue would be higher than that of Shanghai Film.

But if both companies remove the income from Guan Ling's movies, Shanghai Film Group will undoubtedly be the number one state-owned enterprise.In fact, it is also No. [-] in the country, because Shanghai Film Group’s overall revenue is still more than that of Lingyun Media.

With these two giants here, it’s no wonder Shanying didn’t dare to participate.

"That's what you said, Director Guan. How much do you think is appropriate? We will definitely listen to you."

"You and I will each have 20%. If everyone else here wants to get a share, let's hold an election and write it on the spot. The one with the highest price will get it."

You're doing an auction here.Han Sanpin looked at Guan Ling and thought that young people just know how to play.

We also talked about the investment in "Ip Man", "Spring Knife" and "Hurricane". The process of "Ip Man" and "Spring Knife" was similar to the process of "Painted Skin".

The cost of "Hurricane Rescue" is relatively high, with an investment of close to 3000 million U.S. dollars. The premium is expected to be higher, especially for private enterprises. It is their honor to have such an opportunity.

Take Bona for example. Even if Guan Ling sold his share of "2012" at a premium before, Bona still made a lot of money.

Not to mention private enterprises, even China Film's participation in the investment and production of Hollywood movies is also a kind of political achievement and is meaningful.This is quite important.

As for "Shoplifters", Guan Ling has nothing to talk about. This movie only needs to give China Film a small share, and there is no need for others to join.The cost is low, and Guan Ling doesn’t want anyone else to join. If he wins the Palme d’Or, this will be a steady stream of money.

Director Lu of Shanying is also actively learning from the temperament of the bosses of Shanghai Film and China Film and Television, and he also grabbed about 10% of the share in Guan Ling's hands.

After talking about Lingyun Media's investment, Guan Ling and several people discussed the issue of resource replacement. Han Sanpin was very excited when he chatted with Guan Ling in private.

"I'm talking about Director Han, last time you asked me to give you some extra money on the phone, I didn't expect you to mean it and say it in front of so many people."

"It doesn't matter if the price is a little higher, but I must be the one with the lowest price." Han Sanpin didn't care, "China Film has made too much money from you, and I share your profits for no reason. I'm afraid you'll look back and think It’s uncomfortable, but it’s nothing if I give you a little extra, but our cooperative relationship must continue in the future.”

"Director Han Gaoyi." Guan Ling couldn't help but praise, "I'm afraid that others will think I'm making money from China Film and give me a script card later. It's a bit hot to get the money."

"Go away, am I so stingy?" Han Sanpin said, "I have an idea here. I am going to start a big one next year. This time I will give you a share of Lingyun Media. I can make the decision."

"What's so big?" Guan Ling felt a little strange.

""The Tomb" is a treasure hunt movie." Han Sanpin said, "I plan to invest [-] million in this one."

Guan Ling touched his forehead and thought to himself, I will help you China Film and Television make money, but you are trying to force me, Lingyun Media, to close down.This kind of cheating movie also makes me invest in it.

"I feel that the effects of treasure hunting movies are not good in China." Guan Ling said perfunctorily.Han Sanpin said: "There are several movies, including "Nanjing, Nanjing!" written by Lu Chuan, "Wolf Disaster" and "October Siege". Do you like these?"

Guan Ling slightly expressed his interest in the next two parts. As for Lucuan, whoever likes it can go.

This drama is still out.

While chatting, I heard Han Sanpin say that in fact, the initial investment in this movie was not China Film, but someone else. However, during the filming process, Lu Chuan's capital chain was broken, so he had to stop work and raise money everywhere. China Film couldn't bear it, so he decided to The last bit of funding was given.

There are not many movies that can make Guan Ling feel sick, and this is definitely one of them.

"You can try the next two parts." Guan Ling said.

"Actually, there is another one." Han Sanpin changed the subject, "Not only do you have to come, you also have to play a role for me, how about it?"

Guan Ling's heart moved. He probably knew which movie it was. "The Founding of the People's Republic of China", the beginning of the main theme movie, was finally made by Han Sanpin and Han Dong.

This drama is hard to miss, and Guan Ling naturally did his part.

The two chatted about the signing date and funding arrangements.

Mr. Ren of Shanghai Film Studio also has many projects, but they are very complicated. Guan Ling heard that there were no projects worth participating in. He talked about the premium situation. Shanghai Film Company’s premium was a little higher than that of China Film Company, but it was not too high, 1.7 Just times.

Han Sanpin called for the multiplier at China Film Group, 1.5, and Guan Ling did not refuse.

Guangxian Wang Changtian has more plans, whether it's "The Young Master", "Astro Boy", "Night Walker Chen Zhen", or "A Happy Event in the Family", "City Alert" and "Arrow", All kinds of investments cost more than 7000 to 8000 million yuan. "Astro Boy" has a demand of US$[-] million.

Guan Ling looked a little panicked.

Because of these movies, Guan Ling felt that he had not seen many.

Nowadays, Guangming has not produced superb filmmaking works, but it is very courageous. Many of the directors chosen are Hong Kong directors.

There was no suitable one, so the premium was given to Wang Changtian by 2.5 times.If there was cooperation in resource replacement, the premium would not be so high.

Guan Ling treats Bona and Wanda equally.

It's just that Bona has many good projects, such as "Overheard", "Wheatfield", etc. Guan Ling expressed interest, but the premium must be higher. Yu Dong didn't feel anything wrong.

There is a high probability that Guan Ling's movie will not lose money, but it will only be a multiple of the premium, which made Yu Dong hesitate for a second.

Shanying talked about the casting and content of the subsequent TV series. Shanying is willing to let Lingyun Media's capable actors participate in their quality TV series. At the same time, Noon Sunshine can also invest in Shanying's TV series.

All parties had a great time chatting.

When the big guys returned to the box, they obviously felt happier.

After all, everyone got the results they wanted.

At the celebration banquet, the actors all asked the same question to Guan Ling.

"Director Guan, Lingyun Media will have so many movies in the future, are there any opportunities for cooperation?"

"When I have the opportunity, I will contact you directly." Guan Ling responded, but it was rather perfunctory. At the celebration party, he didn't want to talk about the role at all, and the audition was basically decided.

Yang Qing drank several glasses of beer, one for Guan Ling and one for Ning Hao.

The popularity of "Nightclub" has made Yang Qing an indispensable topic in entertainment news recently. Since the release of his low-cost film, he and Wang Yuelun's "Nine Beauties" have become the annual dark horses of low-cost films. , of course, Yang Qing's "Nightclub" is a bit darker.

He can really drink, and he is really grateful.

"The Hundred Flowers Awards contacted me," Ning Hao received the invitation. ""Crazy Racing" has a chance to win the best picture. In early September, I will fly to Dalian."

"Then I'll congratulate you for now, but I will definitely be in the United States by then." Guan Ling said. “‘Racing’ has a chance to win an award.”

Guan Ling remembers that in his previous life, Crazy Racing was the best film, but it only won the Golden Rooster Award.But there will be no Golden Rooster Awards ceremony this year, which will be held every two years.

"I hope I can win an award. But Director Guan, I will cooperate with the company for the release of "The Golden Heist". You don't have to worry about this, you can just rest assured and shoot your Hollywood blockbuster in the United States!"

After the celebration banquet, Guan Ling returned to the company.

Guan Ling played a big role in the promotion of "Kung Fu Panda", and Han Sanpin gave high praise to the movie. Han Sanpin felt that the number of copies could be increased to achieve another great success in September.

……

After everything is dealt with.

Guan Ling and Liu Yifei got on the plane flying to the United States.

What was surprising this time was that Liu’s mother didn’t go at all.

"I said, classmate Xiao Liu, why doesn't Auntie go? Aren't we always inseparable?"

Looking at Liu Yifei, who was wearing a light white dress next to her, Guan Ling really had some doubts.

"What, do you want my mother to go?" Liu Yifei asked back.

Guan Ling paused for a moment.

Of course he didn't want Mother Liu to go.

And Liu Yifei also thought of what her mother said to her at home.

"It's not your first time to go to the United States. Last time you filmed "Hearing Girl" with Xiaoguan for so long. With him here, I can rest assured. You will go to film this time, and I will have a good trip. .”

"Mom, aren't you worried about me at all?"

"What's there to worry about? You're already an adult, and you have an assistant and so on. Not to mention there's Guan Ling. Why do I have to follow you? It's not my role."

Although she said so, Liu Yifei knew it in her heart.

Mom is giving herself and Guan Ling a chance to be alone.

She wants to cause trouble!
Liu Yifei understood very well.

(End of this chapter)