Dominating Hollywood: Starting with Scarlett

Chapter 199 Lively and fragrant
The box office performance of "Saw 2" once again attracted the attention of many Hollywood companies.

1830 million on the first day and 4600 million in the first week. It’s only a matter of time before it breaks million.

Although everyone had long expected its performance, when its box office exceeded that of the first film, many companies were still sore.

A series of movies has grossed more than 100 million in North American box office and around 200 million in global box office. This has almost caught up with the revenue generated by "Scream".

As long as the film company doesn't commit suicide, it is estimated that this series will last for many years.

James Wan's name also spread, and everyone knew about this talented horror film director.

But after finishing filming this film, he suddenly found Tang De and talked about another matter.

"Don, I want to make a new movie with Lei." He was excited and full of confidence when talking about the new movie.

"I heard a very interesting story while filming Saw." James Wan told Tang De: "There is a legend in a small town that if a ventriloquist is killed with resentment, , she will linger. Then in the dark night, she will catch those who are discussing, rip out other people’s tongues, and steal their voices forever. “I think this idea is great.

Tang De was thinking while listening to the story. After thinking for a while, he seemed to recall something.

But he did not intend to give up investment, because he knew that just a few years later, James Wan would create a series of horror film masterpieces such as "The Conjuring".

He crossed his legs and explained: "The reason why Saw was so popular is because of the concept of torture instruments and jigsaws, which resonated with many people."

Although Tang De stretched out his hand to signal her to sit down, she did not sit down. Instead, she came behind Tang De and pressed his shoulder with her hand.

"Five million." Tang De calculated in his mind that the global box office of "Dead Silence" was more than 20 million, plus the DVD revenue of 18 million, the two together totaled about 40 million.

He thought Tang De was not optimistic about this film and didn't want to invest in it!

Tang De had no hesitation in planning to trick Lionsgate Pictures, as they always thought of nothing.

When the half-month voting ended, two actors were far ahead.

When James Wan hits the wall himself, he will naturally know to turn back.

Although Leighton Meester also received high votes, she was still a little behind compared to the other two.

As for actresses, Megan Fox and Cindy rank at the top.

"Don't worry, I'll ask Carl to help raise investment. I don't think Lions Gate will reject this movie."

"Wen, if you want to do it, of course I will fully support it." Seeing Wen Ziren slowly coming out of the story, Tang De said, "But I think the box office performance of this movie may not be too high."

"Don." Cindy walked into the office. She was wearing a dark floral skirt, her hair was tied up, and she was wearing light-colored crystal earrings. She looked very gentle.

This action made Tang De suddenly think of the previous advertising campaign, and Cindy also massaged him in this way.

"No, Tang, I don't agree with you." James Wan insisted on his idea: "I think the audience will be surprised by such a new story, and they will buy tickets and go to the cinema."

"What?" James Wan caught it immediately, and then patted his knee after thinking: "That's great, that's the name."

"Thank you, Tang." Wen Ziren stretched out his hand to hold Tang De's hand to express his gratitude, and then said with some hesitation: "But it may not be enough."

"Dead silence, yes, when everyone's voice is stolen, isn't it just death silence!"

Chris Evans and Aaron Tveit, these two actors relied on their appearance to lead the others with 30% of the votes.

Although you won't make a lot of money by investing five million, you can at least make a small amount of money.

After all, he only knows that the Conjuring movies are adapted from novels, but he can't remember which novel they are.

"Who cares about the ventriloquist's story? Although her killing method is quite innovative, it lacks the core, the core that makes people resonate. In other words, your current core is too restrained and cannot make the audience feel it all at once. "

"Okay... maybe." Tang De admitted that in the field of horror films, James Wan is far more professional than himself, and the film "Dead Silence" has better techniques than "Saw".

But the market doesn't just look at skills. Sometimes what the audience needs is emotion.

After Wen Ziren left, Tang De looked at the results of the public election again.

In order to be able to invest in the production of this movie in the future, he must of course have a good relationship with James Wan.

And Lionsgate has long been coveting James Wan. This kind of horror film director is so in line with their company's temperament.

Recently, her style has changed a lot. She has gradually started to break away from those shows and movies that show off her figure, and started to take another path that tests her acting skills.

So he closed his eyes and leaned on the sofa: "It's very comfortable, Cindy, just like before."

"Why?" James Wan doesn't think so: "The audience has seen too many old horror stories, and this movie will give them a new feeling."

The first two films made crazy money around the world, with a total box office of more than 7 million, and also formed a horror film worldview called the Conjuring Universe.

"Actually, it hasn't been that long, has it?" Cindy kneaded it for a while and suddenly said, "Tang, I saw the results of the public election."

"Are you comfortable?" Cindy smiled and pinched it gently with her fingers.

It happened that Cindy was in the company now, and Tang De informed his secretary to call her.

James Wan was immersed in the fantasy of the plot and couldn't extricate himself.

According to his and Leigh Whannell's estimates, the film will be shot in a small town, involving a large number of buildings and extras, and will cost about $10 million.

"Dead silence?" He subconsciously said these two words.

Rachel has now entered Crown Creative and is actively looking for opportunities to obtain information, so Tang De's secretary was replaced by a new one.

"Yeah... you're right." Tang De spread his hands: "But you overlooked one thing. Are many people really interested in ventriloquists?"

"Five million?" Wen Ziren was stunned when he heard the amount, obviously not expecting Tang De to be so easy to talk to.

However, Tang De shook his head, because he knew that the box office of this movie was very low, with a total box office of more than 20 million worldwide, and he didn't know that the cost had been recovered.

"and then?"

"I feel that I may not be able to fulfill this role."

"Why? Do you find it difficult?"

Cindy shook her head, and her citrus scent spread to the tip of Tang De's nose with her movements, making him take a deep breath.

"I just don't want to play such an exposed role." Cindy said a reason that surprised Tang De.

Cindy continued: "In addition, I recently received a movie "Thriller Flight 93", and I may not be able to make it in time."

Tang De tapped his fingers on the armrest a few times: "You want to change the direction of development, right?"

"Yes." Cindy walked to Tang De and sat down, then rested her head on his shoulder and said in a low tone: "My parents feel that I have embarrassed them... Tang, I can't go against their wishes."

Tang De put his hand on her shoulder and patted her to comfort her: "That's right. They are your relatives after all."

He doesn't intend to force Cindy to do something she doesn't want to do, and he is even happy to see Cindy find the path she wants to take.

Because this is the only treasure he independently unearthed from the dust of history, the name Cindy Shay does not exist in the history of Hollywood, just like himself.

So for Cindy, he is very tolerant, like a father who watches his children grow up independently.

"Actually, there is another reason." Thinking of this, Cindy suddenly whispered again.

"What?" Tang De asked curiously.

"I don't want to show myself to others..." Cindy leaned close to Tang De's ear, and Tang De heard a gentle gasp through his ears. "I just want to show you."

After so long, Cindy finally settled on her thoughts.

But before Tang De could react, the office door was suddenly pushed open.

Kaiden stood at the door and looked at the man and woman hugging each other, raising his beautiful eyebrows, a little surprised.

"Uh..." Tang De felt that this scene seemed difficult to explain.

Cindy's face turned red and she quickly left Tang De's shoulder and stood up to greet Kaiden.

"Kayden, why are you back?"

Tang De shrugged, feeling that Cindy's tone was very similar to the image of a bestie mistress in a vulgar TV series. Well, the situation is similar now.

But Kayden is far from human, or she views sex differently than everyone else.

So she didn't speak, just walked into the office and locked the door.

Cindy looked at Kaiden with some confusion, not knowing what she was going to do.

"Kayden, what's wrong with you?"

However, the moment she asked, Tang De saw Kaiden holding Cindy's waist.

"Wow!" Tang De became a spectator instead, raising his eyebrows and feeling that this scene was quite good.

"Kayden you...?"

Cindy's eyes widened, and then Kaiden looked up and said with a smile, "I received your apology gift."

"Why?" Cindy didn't understand.

Kaiden didn't explain, but just pulled her to sit next to Tang De.

"Kayden, wait a minute."

Cindy panicked and tried to push Kaiden away, but unfortunately she was not as strong as her sisters and was quickly pushed back to the sofa.

After failing to resist, she was as pitiful and helpless as a little girl.

Caiden flicked his hair and controlled Cindy with one hand like a queen. He looked at Tang De and said, "I have wanted to do this for a long time."

"What do you mean? Kaiden?"

"Don, what do you think?"

Tang De said: "It's really exciting."

"Help us take a picture." Kaiden volunteered to take the picture.

"Don't!" Cindy was so shy that she just wanted to hide in the gap of the sofa.

"No problem." Tang De took out the camera from the drawer and started taking professional photos.

"Crack!"

"Crack!"

Fifteen minutes later.

"Cindy..." Seeing Cindy raise her body, Kaiden leaned into her ear and said a few words. Then Tang De was shocked to see Cindy's pupils widen.

"Let me think about it..."

"Don't think about it, wait until night..."

Tang De didn't know what Caiden and Cindy had whispered.

But he felt it probably had something to do with him.

After the two of them walked out of the office, Tang De called Kane over.

"As for an actress, it must be Megan Fox."

"Okay, Don, by the way, the Miramax thing is settled."

Upon hearing the news, Tang De immediately asked: "Has Charlie Novin agreed?"

"Yes, he said he can accept our solicitation and is willing to take his subordinates to re-establish a company. However, he wants 30% of the shares and needs to manage the company independently. We cannot interfere."

"He seems to be a person with a good temper." Tang De thought for a while: "I can give him 25%, and I can also give him independent management rights, but he must reach the target we set."

"Ok, I see."

At the same time, in a villa in Los Angeles, the agent was discussing film dates with Megan Fox.

"Meghan, great, this "Transformers" is finally coming. As long as you finish starring in this work, you will definitely be a hit. The agent was very excited and waved his right fist.

Megan Fox was also very happy, but she picked up her phone again and asked: "What about this "Fifty Shades of Grey"?"

The agent frowned. When they didn't receive "Transformers" before, they thought "Fifty Shades of Grey" was good, but now the two are somewhat conflicted, and "Fifty Shades of Grey" itself has its own SM Novelty attributes.

Make the agent feel as though they can give it up.

After hearing the agent's idea, Megan Fox nodded: "I don't think it's suitable either, so please help me refuse it."

"Megan Fox refuses to star? FXXK!"

After Kane heard the news, he went to find Tang De urgently, but did not see him in the office.

There was no answer on the phone, so I had to call Tang De's exclusive driver and bodyguard Tom through his mobile phone.

"Hey, Tom, tell Don, Megan Fox refuses to star."

Two minutes later, Tang De's voice came from the phone.

"She refused to appear?"

"Yes, but our news report has already been released. If the change of actors is announced at this time, I'm afraid..."

"do not be afraid."

Tang De stood on the wooden floor, listening to the sounds of laughing and playing in the bathroom, and loosened his belt.

"That's a good thing for us."

Kane instantly understood what he meant: "What about me now?"

"Wait two days and then break the news. The popularity of this movie will increase again."

"understand!"

Tang De hung up the phone, threw the belt aside, and walked to the bathroom.

(End of this chapter)