Huayu: As a child star, I just want to be famous

Chapter 337 Big Producer
Chen Linfeng then approached Fang Long to discuss the next film.

This movie also involves Liu Xixi, who plays Fang Long's daughter.

That’s right, she is one of the three people you shouldn’t mess with in the film industry in the previous life, and the daughter of Liam Neeson in “Taken”.

However, in this life, she will be replaced by Fang Long’s daughter.

The other two are Keanu Reeves' dog and Jason Statham's courier.

Chen Linfeng has also set his sights on him.

Fang Long had already received the script and he was very satisfied with the plot.

It’s just that the protagonist in the film uses a gun almost throughout the whole film, which makes him somewhat uncomfortable.

This time he mentioned this issue.

Chen Linfeng was not entangled. "Brother Fang Long, this is just a preliminary script. During the filming process, if you think there is a section that is suitable for showing your skills, as long as it does not affect the logic of the plot, we can adjust it."

Fang Long was about to smile.

"It's just that," Chen Linfeng emphasized seriously, "you must tell me in advance and cannot make decisions on your own. I need to ensure my right to speak in the crew."

Fang Long nodded, "This is what I should do, I understand."

Having said that, I can't help feeling sad. After being so successful all my life, now I'm being suppressed by others.

Chen Linfeng knew that the other party would definitely feel uncomfortable, but he had to set the rules in advance.

He is not a very domineering director, Fang Long will find out later.

However, if he didn't say this at the beginning, there would be arguments later, and Chen Linfeng didn't want this to affect the filming.

He specifically cut some members of Fang Long's team and only kept some key members to join his own crew. His intention was to prevent some bad things from happening.

Of course, various adjustments are still necessary, but this is fine as long as it is within controllable range.

In fact, this is also a kind of rehearsal for filming in Hollywood.

In Hollywood, all kinds of power struggles are inevitable. Since he will be a newcomer at that time, he will definitely have to go through the process of fighting for the right to speak.

Just a little.

The two had an in-depth discussion on the script.

Then he called on Lu Yang, Cao Yu, and the action artists from Fang Long’s team and other behind-the-scenes creators.

Together, we began to break down the script, make a budget, and do a series of other preliminary work.

The work was almost completed, and Chen Linfeng, Fang Long, Liu Qianqian and others went to Emily Ken Los Angeles together.

At this year's Oscars, Chen Linfeng only cast a vote and did not interfere.

I originally thought that "The Hurt Locker" would be participating in the Oscars this year.

Who knew that after learning more details, I found out that this film had only been released in Europe before and had not yet been released in the United States.

Consider that this year, there are award-winning favorites such as "Slumdog Millionaire".

Chen Linfeng suddenly realized that "The Hurt Locker" was definitely not the best film to win the Oscar this year.

That should be next year, so it was natural for me to agree with Rob's opinion and release the film next year.

Anyway, my impression is that this movie had very poor box office performance and made very little money at all. It just had the title of an Oscar.

Then there's no need to rush it into theaters.

On the plane, Fang Long talked with Chen Linfeng about the acquisition of Dingfeng Entertainment.

"Xiao Chen, the company you bought should be making money now, as Twilight is such a big hit at the box office."

Chen Linfeng nodded, "Almost. If the next few films can maintain their performance, it should be no problem to sell them at double the price.

But I don’t mind that now, so I’d better keep it and shoot the films I want to shoot.”

Fang Long: “…”

Although he doesn't invest, he can't help but envy others when he sees them making a lot of money.

He exclaimed sincerely, "You have become a boss in Hollywood in a short time, catching up with the achievements I have made after working hard in Hollywood for many years."

Chen Linfeng waved his hand and said, "How is that possible? It's just a small company. No one will take it seriously."

Having said that, Rob organized a welcome party for them after they got off the plane.

Some Hollywood actors who came to the party were trying their best to show their courtesy to Chen Linfeng.

Obviously, in their eyes, the boss of a small but well-known film and television company is already a big shot.

Liu Qianqian was very angry. You bad women, don’t get so close to me.

She rushed over and pulled Chen Linfeng out of the crowd.

"Sissi, what's going on?"

Liu Qianqian looked at him unkindly, "You were enjoying it just now, weren't you?"

Chen Linfeng suddenly realized what was happening. He laughed, "Xixi, you are jealous, aren't you?"

Liu Qianqian turned her head away and said, "No!"

"So cute." Chen Linfeng held his girlfriend's face and leaned over.

"Ah, there are so many people here, stop making noise."

At the party, other women saw this and knew that Chen was already taken. And since he declared it so openly, it was obvious that he was in a good relationship with her.

They can only regretfully find another target.

But Christine felt more interested.

This pair of handsome man and beautiful woman seems to be just what she likes.

There was a light in her eyes and she was about to come over.

Chen Linfeng and Liu Qianqian shuddered at the same time, feeling as if they were being watched by someone. At this time, Rob approached them and said, "Chen, I found Mark Gordon. Do you want to talk to him?"

Mark Gordon?

Chen Linfeng recalled this person's resume and confirmed, "The producer who produced "Speed" and "Saving Private Ryan" before?"

Rob nodded, "Yes, boss, that's him."

This person can be considered one of the big producers in Hollywood. In addition to the two films mentioned above, he also produced "The Day After Tomorrow" and "The Matador".

In addition, the project he is in charge of this year is "2012", and he has been accepted by many famous films.

Chen Linfeng signaled to Robert to go first, and he went to find Fang Long and took Liu Qianqian with him to the inner room to discuss things.

Christine saw with regret that Chen was distracted by other things, and it seemed that there would be no chance for them to get to know each other today.

In the private room.

Mark Gordon shook hands with Chen Linfeng and others with a smile on his face.

"Chen, I like your Infinite World, but it's a pity that I don't have the opportunity to be responsible for its film and television adaptation."

"Jackie, long time no see, welcome back to Hollywood."

"Oh, what a beautiful girl, you must be Crystal, I've heard of your name."

Chen Linfeng and Fang Long greeted each other skillfully.

Only Liu Qianqian blushed. She didn’t know how the other party said he had heard of her name.

If you heard about it recently, it was probably because of her social death...

After a few people sat down.

Rob took the lead in talking about today's topic.

“Boss, Hollywood has already heard about the new project you are going to start with Jackie. After Mark heard about it, he contacted me immediately and wanted to be in charge of this film.

I thought this was a good opportunity, so we met today.”

Chen Linfeng intended "Taken" to be a film that would open up the Hollywood scene.

This is why the scripts are written early and filed with Hollywood.

It is only natural to choose a Hollywood producer.

only……

"Mr. Gordon," Chen Linfeng asked him, "You are a very famous producer in Hollywood. Why did you take a fancy to my project?"

"Chen, just call me Mark."

Mark Gordon replied, “I have to say, Chen, you underestimate yourself.

In Hollywood, countless people are watching your next move, and everyone knows that you will definitely come to Hollywood to try.

And as we all know, you have never encountered failure so far, which is the rarest quality in Hollywood. All Hollywood people like and want to pursue such qualities. "

He shrugged his shoulders and said, "So, you see, I want to try your luck."

He further added, "Besides, this is a collaboration between you and Jackie. Oh, two of the most successful Chinese people have come together. Believe me, no one will be uninterested in such a project."

Chen Linfeng and Fang Long looked at each other and felt that this reason was sufficient.

He asked again, "So are you here by yourself this time, or are you representing someone else?"

Mark quickly responded, "I work for you. You are the boss this time, aren't you?"

Chen Linfeng laughed, "Dingfeng is just one of the investors. Disney and Huaying will also be investors in the film."

In fact, the investors also include Yinghuang and some individual investors, but I won’t go into details here.

The change in Chen Linfeng's attitude also shows his initial recognition of Mark.

As long as it is not to steal market share, it is a good thing to have another big Hollywood producer to help with the commercial operation of the film.

Mark understood that the other party did not mean to strongly refuse, so he did not say more.

The first step is to confirm the intention, and the subsequent specific conditions need to be discussed later.

Including the power game between the director and the producer, these will be gradually determined later.

New directors in Hollywood often do not have the right to final edit, and in many cases, the identity of a producer is more like that of a domestic director.

Chen is the boss of Summit Entertainment and has close ties with Disney, so their investments are almost on par.

As a director, he had already done most of the producer's work in advance.

In this case, it is difficult for Mark to have a chance to get the final editing rights from Chen.

But these can be considered later, Mark just wants to get in the car first.

As he said before, his undefeated resume is indeed too eye-catching in Hollywood.

Even if these were created in his own country, there are still many people willing to try his luck.

Mark is one of them.

When a person is in good fortune, he will be successful in everything he does. This is what he believes most.

Because of this, in the subsequent negotiations, Mark did not ask for much and made concessions in many areas. It seemed that he did not care about anything else and just wanted to get in the car.

Sister Mei seemed very confused when talking about the negotiation process.

Chen Linfeng didn't quite understand it either. He had always suspected that there was a trap, but he didn't realize it until the contract was signed. He was the only one left with doubts.

Fang Long understood clearly and explained, "These white people in Hollywood are actually very superstitious. They think you are lucky now and want to make money with you."

"Is there such a saying?!" Chen Linfeng asked in surprise.

It turned out to be the case.

(End of this chapter)