Huayu: The director just wants to save money

Chapter 808

Zhou Mo's words were very strict, with a feeling of "I'll give you this one chance, and there won't be a next time if you don't agree."

The other people in the room looked at each other, not knowing whether Zhou Mo was just pretending or if he really had the same idea in his mind.

This guy is really fierce.

In the past, so many movies with exaggerated scale were shot and released at will, so there is no problem with "Justice Division" being shot.

In the end, it was Boss Yang, the leader, who spoke.

"Director Zhou, if we also participate in the investment, how much investment can you give me?"

Zhou Mo thought about it.

"About fifty percent."

The allocated investment is used to let others do the work.

The script of "The Army of Justice" can only be filmed in Hong Kong. It will undoubtedly be much easier if these local tyrants are allowed to take charge.

There was a gleam in everyone's eyes, and it was obvious that they were attracted by this ratio.

Five percent.

Let's do a very simple account:
The 3 billion box office revenue was divided into two parts: half to the theaters and the other half to the investors.

This is 1.5 billion.

Eliminate factors such as filming costs, taxes, etc.

These people can get 500 million from this money.

This is already a very considerable profit.

If it were them, they might not be able to make this much profit even with ten movies.

Voted!

Boss Yang was the first to look up.

“I invested this money.”

The other two bosses followed closely: "Add me in."

What a mess of attitudes, identities, and positions.

Money is real only when you get it.

As long as there is enough money, moving your butt is just a matter of words, right?

Seeing this, Zhou Mo smiled and nodded, adding: "Everyone who has worked with me before knows our habits. After the investment, you don't have to worry about the filming location, but other things may trouble you, the boss, when the time comes."

Everyone instantly understood what Zhou Mo meant.

For a script like "The Righteous Army", once it is confirmed to be filmed, the content cannot be kept secret within the circle and will definitely leak out.

No matter what is leaked, there will be people asking questions, prying for information, and even obstructing filming.

We all live here for many years, and we all know the situations of some people.

Boss Yang is a decisive person and was the first to express his opinion.

"Don't worry, Director Zhou. As long as the filming of "Justice Division" begins, no one else and nothing else will affect the filming."

He has been criticized a lot in recent years for donating money to the mainland, and he knows clearly what kind of people those people are.

If you dare to invest in the mainland, I will criticize you.

If you dare to donate to the mainland, I will scold you.

If you dare to say good things about the mainland, I curse you.

Over the years, he has accumulated a lot of experience in dealing with this group of people.

After Boss Yang, the other two also expressed their attitudes.

At this point in the discussion, things are basically over.

All that remains is to sign the contract.

But in a hotel, it is definitely not appropriate to talk about signing a contract.

"In that case, let's do it the day after tomorrow. I'll take the contract to Boss Yang's company and we'll discuss the specifics. If everything is fine, we'll sign the contract."

After Zhou Mo finished speaking, he stood up and was about to leave, with no intention of staying for even a second.

Da Tiantian is still waiting for him. Isn't it more fun to be with Da Tiantian than with these rough old men?
The three bosses all knew Zhou Mo's character and did not try to keep him.

I walked Zhou Mo out the door and watched him leave.

Back to house prices.

Everyone didn't know what to say for a while. After a while, one of the bosses said, "In just a few years, the world has changed dramatically. A young man has become a hero."

Another boss took over the conversation: "That's right. It's only been a few years, and we've watched them rise to the top step by step."

"Peak, it's hard to say, maybe he can make further progress at some point."

"That's right, being young is good, it's exciting, and the future is promising. All we have to do is follow behind and make some money."

Boss Yang was listening to the half-self-deprecating, half-joking words of the other two people. Just as he was about to speak, he noticed that Cheng Long was not sitting in the room.

What about people?

……

In the corridor, Cheng Long and Zhou Mo were chatting.

"Director Zhou, I guess you must have prepared a role for me in this movie."

Zhou Mo immediately gave him two exaggerated thumbs up: "Brother Long is very wise. There is indeed a role prepared for you in this script, and only you are suitable to play this role."

"Which one?"

Cheng Long asked this question, but his tone was very calm.

Zhou Mo smiled and said, "Brother Long, you already asked 'who', do you still need me to tell you?"

Cheng Long smiled awkwardly.

He did have some guesses in his mind.

At the end of the script of "The Army of Justice", of course, these thugs were dealt with, those who should be arrested were arrested, and those who should be punished were punished.

Here, Zhou Mo wrote clearly.

The Army of Justice has a double meaning.

The first meaning is the "army of justice" composed of those who consider themselves "upright".

The second meaning is to be a righteous army that truly handles incidents, punishes evil, and protects the people.

And among the second army of justice, there is a leader.

"That's Officer Chen?"

Zhou Mo nodded, "Yes, Brother Long, you and the surname 'Chen' are naturally related, so this role is suitable for you at first glance."

Isn't it you as the screenwriter who decides the character's name?

Cheng Long complained in his heart and then fell into deep thought.

He actually understood what Zhou Mo meant.

For a film like "Justice Division", the person who comes out to close the show at the end must be heavyweight enough.

Looking at the entire film festival, there are only a few people who are qualified.

Plus, the setting of this movie is... oh, it seems to be Xiangcheng.

So he is really the most suitable one.

But if this movie is made...

"If I really make this movie, my reputation here will be really ruined." Cheng Long sighed.

He didn't hide it from Zhou Mo either.

He is a man of relatively good reputation.

There is definitely a price to pay for accepting this role.

Zhou Mo sneered and said, "Brother Long, to be honest, your reputation here is really good now. Since the past 10 years, how many movies have you made in Hong Kong that can get even million box office?"

Zhou Mo's words were impolite, but Cheng Long was speechless.

He knew that what Zhou Mo said was true.

There are some things that no matter how hard he tries or how hard he strives, he just can't get them.

Cheng Long glanced at Zhou Mo with a hint of envy: "Director Zhou, sometimes I really envy you for being young, energetic, and open-minded.

I can’t do that. There are some things I just can’t let go of, and I regret it from time to time.”

Zhou Mo smiled and didn't respond to this question.

He knew Cheng Long hadn't said all that.

What the latter is worried about is not only the reputation in Xiangcheng, but also the influence on the world.

Considering the international situation, it is normal to have this concern.

(End of this chapter)