Entertainment 2000: Supporting female stars will bring you a hundredfold return

Chapter 88 (5k subscription required) Something really happened, discussing the working ability of the gold medal beauty agent!
Zhang Xueyou learned the purpose of Tang Wen's visit and was willing to meet him.

This means that buying the adaptation rights is already half done.

“Adapting it into English, what a good idea.”

"Goodbye Kiss" is the title song of the album released by Zhang Xueyou in 1993 when he was a singer under PolyGram.

The copyright belongs to the company and several producers.

He can convince the company to sell the adaptation rights to Tang Wen.

He can also help to bargain for the princess's sake.

But that's about it.

His contract was transferred to Universal Music and no longer affected PolyGram.

"'Goodbye Kiss' has a huge influence, so the price probably won't be cheap." Before calling.

Zhang Xueyou gave a reminder.

Tang Wen also understood the situation and knew that the sales of the album "Kiss Goodbye" were extremely terrifying: "Global sales have exceeded 24 million, right?"

"Pretty much. There are so many pirated copies that sales have slowed down."

"Kiss Goodbye" was released in 1993.

As of 2002, in less than ten years, global sales of genuine copies reached 2600 million!

The influence is terrifying.

This is how Jacky Cheung gained the title of God of Songs and influence.

Not only that.

The English version of "Kiss Goodbye" sung by Tang Wen was originally released in 04. After several years, it has accumulated global digital sales of 800 million copies.

No matter how much copyright fees the cover band pays, they can make it back.

No one in China takes music copyright seriously now.

The prices overseas are sky-high.

Later, the country also learned:
For example, after more than ten years, the radio station had to pay the singer 15 yuan for each play of "Blue Lotus".

Wang Jiawei's "Fang Hua" used dozens of hit songs, and the total music copyright fees exceeded 1000 million.

According to the American character of being obsessed with money.

Tang Wen was ready to be stabbed.

Zhang Xueyou called PolyGram's director in charge of copyright transactions, but did not say who wanted to buy it. He only said that a mainland singer asked someone to ask.

Not sure whether to buy it or not.

The copyright company quoted: HK$150 million.

Tang Wen raised his eyebrows slightly: I don’t think it’s too much, but too little.

If you get it at this price, you will make a fortune immediately.

"Take Me to Your Heart" was extremely popular throughout Asia when it was at its peak.

It once resounded throughout major campuses, Internet cafes, and restaurants...

In two years, we will be able to charge for mobile ringback tones.

If you get it for 150 million Hong Kong dollars, you can earn a hundred times more, conservatively estimated.

That doesn’t even include overseas records.

He immediately winked at Zhang Xueyou.

Unexpectedly, Zhang Geshen misunderstood.

He immediately showed off his Wuying brother's aura and bargained with the other party:

“150 million?!

Wow, why not go and rob it, boss!

People sincerely asked the princess to ask for the price.

Princess!
How do I reply to them?
People who don’t know me would think that I, Zhang Xueyou, am greedy for money.

How much? 120 million?
Throwing the street!

Are you sincere?

The adaptation rights can be sold repeatedly!

This time he adapted it well and it became famous.

Do you know how many singers will come to you to buy the rights to adapt the songs?"

Tang Wen was shocked. Brother Wuying, this isn’t you playing yourself, right?

Zhang Xueyou became more and more excited as he spoke:

“…Fuck!

After all this talk, you still want another 100 million?
Do you know how many singers there are in mainland China?

How many people will be scared off by your price?
In this case, I am too lazy to bargain with you.

You take a step back, 68!"

The other party was at a loss for words: Boss, what do you mean you are too lazy to bargain with me?

What do I take a step back?
I seem to be retreating?
However, what Jacky Cheung said does make sense.

The adaptation rights will just be there.

Unlike broadcasting rights, adaptation rights have small transaction volumes and no fixed price.

The company does not have a rule that says the product cannot be sold at a price lower than a certain amount.

68 is not too little, and it was Zhang Xueyou who called personally. So let’s sell it!
Tang Wenchong nodded to Zhang Xueyou.

The latter agreed: "Okay, the lawyer will come over and sign the contract with you."

hang up the phone.

Tang Wen looked at him with admiration.

Jacky Cheung is a real friend. Even though I misunderstood, he really helps when something happens!

Andy Lau, the princess and a room full of other stars couldn't help laughing and applauding.

Zhang Xueyou returned to normal, exited the state of Brother Wuying, and said embarrassedly: "Sorry, Director Tang, I can only talk about this."

Tang Wen held his hand and said, "Why apologize? What do you want to eat for lunch, Xueyou? Lobster, king crab? Wagyu, foie gras? I'll treat you all."

He just wanted to pay 150 million Hong Kong dollars.

Unexpectedly, Zhang Xueyou saved 82 yuan by cutting down the costs!
Tang Wen entrusted the princess's lawyer to go to the princess's home to sign the contract and acquired the adaptation rights for HK$68.

Faye Wong will treat you to lunch.

Said this was her territory.

Tang Wen was not stingy and directly asked the butler of the InterContinental Hotel Hong Kong to send two bottles of Romanee-Conti.

A bottle costs nearly 200,000 yuan.

When the wine was served, everyone praised Tang Wen for his heroic spirit.

Andy Lau and Tony Leung Chiu-wai, who have the highest pay, only make two to three million Hong Kong dollars for one movie.

Those present here can afford it.

But being able to afford it and buying it to drink for fun are two different things.

"Try one. You can take the other one back."

The princess helped make the decision.

evening.

Tang Wen left the hotel, took some wine, and followed Huo Wenxi to Yang Shucheng's Repulse Bay Villa.

Andy Lau was waiting for him with Yang Shucheng.

When talking about the schedule, Andy Lau readily agreed. He suggested that he wanted to give Lam Ka Tung a supporting role, and Tang Wen also agreed.

In terms of film remuneration, Tang Wen is prepared to give five million.

The original time and space was filmed by Feng Xiaogang in 04 and he was paid 700 million.

Unexpectedly, as soon as the words came out, Andy Lau refused again and again: "I can't use Director Tang, it's too much, my salary is not that high!"

Tang Wen knew the situation: "You can shoot a movie in Hong Kong in a month, so you must be asking for less. This time the shooting time is estimated to be more than two months, so the money is not much."

A World Without Thieves had to be filmed in many locations and it was originally going to take four months to complete.

Tang Wen said that more than two months was already very fast.

But Andy Lau refused to agree to anything.

Zhao Benshan gave the greetings, Yang Shucheng acted as the middleman, and Director Jinshi came personally to invite!
The Hong Kong media outside got wind of the news and are all claiming that he is the next international film emperor!
With so many people and such a big face, if the company didn't owe him money, he would not want to receive any pay.

Tang Wen insisted on giving it, and Andy Lau insisted on offering 200 million.

Finally, both sides took a step back and reached a cooperation agreement of 3.5 million.

At this price, if the filming really takes more than two months, Andy Lau will suffer a bit of a loss.

"Thank you, Director Tang!" Andy Lau raised the red wine in his hand.

Putting down his glass, he took the initiative to talk about the script that Tang Wen mentioned that morning:

"Two screenwriters from my company have written a script about undercover police and gangsters. Would you like to take a look, Director Tang?"

"Okay." Tang Wen thought there was no hope.

Tang Wen and Yang Shucheng each received one copy.

Yang Shucheng flipped through it and was very perfunctory.

He was not very interested at first, but he read the script to give Tang Wen face.

The predecessor of Emperor Entertainment Group only started to get involved in the film industry in 97.

I have made some action films, but the output is not high.

After 03, he began to focus on making movies.

"Andy, what's the budget for this movie?" Yang Shucheng asked casually.

Andy Lau: "There are two kinds of budgets. If it's only a few million, I'll invite Edison Chen and Cecilia Cheung. If it's more than 10 million, I don't want any salary, I can invite Leung Chiu Wai."

Yang Shucheng nodded without saying anything.

Andy Lau's heart sank.

I know this boss isn't interested.

On the other side, Tang Wen took a glance and it was indeed "Infernal Affairs".

But not the final script.

It is said that when "Infernal Affairs" was being filmed, only the director and the gangster boss knew the entire plot.

No one else, including Andy Lau, knows the whole story.

Lin Jiadong, who plays the undercover agent, had always thought he was a policeman.

Until the scene where they went to the rooftop to bask in the sun, before filming began, the director suddenly told him that he was an undercover agent.

Both he and Andy Lau were stunned.

In the final scene in the elevator, Andy Lau looked at him with a look of surprise that was particularly striking.

Tang Wen read ten lines at a glance and finished reading in no time.

Andy Lau was completely disappointed: it seemed that Director Tang was not interested either.

Unexpectedly, Tang Wen's next sentence was: "20 million Hong Kong dollars. I'll invest!"

"Hmm?" Yang Shucheng glanced sideways.

"Really?" Andy Lau, an idol for many years and a man with perfect facial expression management, couldn't avoid losing his composure.

"Of course. However, the script is not strong enough and needs to be strengthened. Would Mr. Yang like to participate in the investment?"

"Is Director Tang directing it himself?"

In 01, Hong Kong's money was also very valuable. Without getting to the bottom of things, Yang Shucheng had no chance of leaving.

"I'll just be the nominal producer. Hong Kong's police and gangster films are very mature, so there's no need for me to do it. The Hong Kong industry has been weak in recent years, so this movie can be made bigger to boost the morale of the Hong Kong film industry."

"Thank you Director Tang!"

Andy Lau was very excited. He stood up and raised his glass, his arms trembling slightly.

What Tang Wen said coincided with his thoughts.

Boost Hong Kong films.

Yang Shucheng said, "I am really ashamed. I am from Hong Kong, but I can't see as far as Director Tang. Since I am working for the Hong Kong film industry, I will also take 500 million!"

"Thank you, Mr. Yang! With your support, we can definitely do it!"

Andy Lau excitedly expressed many words of thanks.

Tang Wen apologized and went to make a phone call.

He did think more and further. Mr. Han on the other end of the phone listened to his idea and said, "Why don't we invest together and release it at the same time as Hong Kong?"

He was tempted. If this thing could be accomplished, it would be of great benefit to him.

But it is more difficult for him, as there are more than just one or two levels to overcome.

Tang Wen also understood: "How about bringing in President Ren?"

President Han groaned: "We two can give it a try."

Back at the table, I talked to Yang Shucheng, who was very interested:
"Hong Kong movies didn't sell well in the mainland before, mainly because they were released earlier in Hong Kong and later in the mainland. If they can be released simultaneously or at similar times, this movie will definitely sell for a big price! It will definitely boost Hong Kong movies!"

After saying that, he and Andy Lau raised their glasses to toast Tang Wen.

Yang Shucheng certainly understands that the mainland market has unlimited potential.

In Hong Kong, it is almost impossible for a movie to break the 100 million yuan box office. It has not happened in many years.

In mainland China, there are already movies that have achieved this.

If we can connect with China Film Group and Shanghai Film Group this time, we can enter the mainland.

From now on, Yang Shucheng will have the final say in the Hong Kong film industry!

Thinking of this, he looked at Tang Wen with eager eyes.

Secretly sent a message to Huo Wenxi.

Finish the drink.

Tang Wen was about to go back to the hotel, and as soon as he went out he saw two models standing in front of his car.

It is tall and has long legs, thin branches and large fruits.

"What is this?" Tang Wen frowned. It was in public, and there might be paparazzi hiding somewhere taking pictures. Who do you think I am?

Huo Wenxi walked forward quickly, bringing with her a gust of fragrant wind: "I'm sorry, Director Tang, I made the decision on my own. I was afraid that you would be drunk and no one would take care of you when you go back."

Tang Wen looked at her and said: Can’t you send it over secretly?

Huo Wenxi waved his hand and the two models left: "I'll take you back."

Ok? !

Tang Wen looked at her and said: I think Sister Mani is also quite charming.

Huo Wenxi started out as an actor.

He was discovered by a scout at the age of 14 and became an actor.

I became a model at the age of 16.

Later, she felt that it was a job for the young and she couldn't enjoy it for long, so she moved behind the scenes.

She has become what the Hong Kong media calls the most beautiful agent in Hong Kong.

Later, he brought out Xie Tingfeng and Twins, and was also known as "Hong Kong's last gold medal agent."

After getting in the car, Huo Wenxi felt a little uncomfortable when he noticed Tang Wen's gaze.

No way?
Does he like older girls?
He looks good, more handsome than Afeng, and younger...

Get out of the car.

Huo Wenxi took a deep breath, approached Tang Wen and held his arm: "I'll take Director Tang upstairs."

Tang Wen did not refuse: After drinking, of course you need someone to take care of you.

How can I turn away an older sister from another family who comes with good intentions?

Presidential suite, door closed.

Tang Wen turned around, Huo Wenxi leaned against the door, and the two looked at each other.

There seemed to be static electricity flashing in the air.

As the ambiguity spread, Huo Wenxi took the initiative to attack, gently moving his head closer.

But a finger was pressed on his lips.

Ok?
What do you mean?
kidding me?

"There's a bathtub in this room, perfect for viewing. Fill it with water. I'll make a phone call."

Huo Wenxi smiled and bit his finger: "I want to drink the most expensive red wine."

“The most expensive thing is not the wine.”

"What is it?"

Without waiting for an answer, she suddenly realized it.

He glanced down, smiled and walked away.

Tang Wen called Zhang Ran.

Arrange company personnel to contact China Film Group Corporation and Shanghai Film Group Corporation, and then go south together.

As for fund supervision, the people from Blue Star Entertainment were definitely not able to supervise the situation as they were unfamiliar with the area, so they simply entrusted it to Andy Lau.

Andy Lau was also the producer of this film.

Get your business done.

He took a shower, stepped onto the carpet barefoot, and came to the bathtub.

The bathtub was filled with water and filled with fresh red roses.

And a mermaid.

Huo Wenxi drank expensive red wine and admired the gorgeous night view of Victoria Harbour outside the glass curtain wall, and sighed comfortably: "This is life."

Tang Wen smiled and looked at her beautiful face: "Yes, this is life."

The two of them toured the room together, and figures seemed to appear on the glass wall.

After Andy Lau returned home, he was so happy that he couldn't sleep, and called Zhuang Wenqiang and Mai Zhaohui to come over at night:

"The name of the script has been changed to 'Infernal Affairs'. The script has also been changed. Liang Chaowei and I will be the two main characters!"

The two were very happy. In Hong Kong, it was not a big deal if the script was changed. As long as they had the money to shoot the film, everything was fine.

“Did you get investment?”

"Golden Lion Director Tang Wen invested 1500, and Emperor Entertainment Group CEO Yang invested 500. They want to make a big movie to boost the Hong Kong film industry! Ah Hui, you guys get ready and go meet Director Tang and CEO Yang tomorrow."

Andy Lau ordered some midnight snacks for the two of them as they were ready to work all night.

The Hong Kong film industry is very efficient.

Those that are inefficient have already closed down.

The next morning.

Huo Wenxi was woken up by phone calls one after another.

She picked up her phone in a panic and found several missed calls.

"I'm sorry, boss. I..." She glanced at Tang Wen and gave her an excuse: "Director Tang asked me to come over and help introduce the situation in Hong Kong to his subordinates in Beijing."

Yang Shoucheng had no doubts: "Okay, see you this afternoon. Director Tang and I want to meet Andy Lau."

"Huh!" Huo Wenxi threw away her cell phone and lay on her back on the bed, ignoring the exposure of her private parts.

"If you are so afraid of Mr. Yang, why not come with me?"

Tang Wen came in with a breakfast.

"If you had come a few years earlier, I would have followed you. Now I have a successful career!"

"You wouldn't have dared to do that a few years ago!"

"Why? I had nothing at that time and had nothing to lose." Huo Wenxi took the breakfast and started eating. She was very hungry because she had exercised too much and it seemed like she hadn't eaten for three days.

"I was underage a few years ago!"

"Haha, your achievements always make people ignore your age..."

Tang Wen was really moved. Huo Wenxi was very capable at work.

Especially when working at night, I can understand the leader's intentions very well.

There is no need for verbal communication, she can understand what you mean with just a gesture or a look.

During the day, she is good at arranging artists' schedules.

Ensure that the artists under Tang Wen’s flagpole will not collide with other cars.

No, it's in order.

With this kind of work ability, she is definitely the gold medal assistant that every big boss dreams of.

"If I give Mr. Yang five million, will he release the person?"

Huo Wenxi looked up in surprise: "Are you serious? Why not give me five million and I'll elope with you."

Tang Wen shook his head: "I need a capable and reliable assistant like you."

Our current secretary, Xia Tian, ​​does a good job in paying attention to details, but is not capable of taking on major responsibilities.

Unfortunately, Huo Wenxi doesn't want to leave Hong Kong.

"Don't be angry, come next time and I'll treat you again."

"Next time, where are you going tonight?"

Huo Wenxi suddenly felt his thighs ache: "Director Tang, if I really go with you, I can't handle this intensity of work."

The two set off for Emperor Entertainment Group.

On the road, I saw a large group of media vehicles rushing in one direction.

“Hong Kong is really lively.”

Huo Wenxi made a phone call and said with a smile: "This excitement has something to do with you!"

"Ok?"

"Wang Zuxian just announced that he will retire from acting and is leaving Hong Kong."

"To Canada?"

In his previous life, Wang Zuxian announced his retirement even earlier.

After filming "Dream in the Garden", she retired from the film industry.

Now, because of Tang Wen.

She released a new song "Same Time Next Year". The Hong Kong media hyped up her scandal with Tang Wen, which led to the postponement of her announcement of retirement from the film industry.

Huo Wenxi looked strange: "He said he was going to the mainland."

"not my business."

Huo Wenxi smiled, looking very happy: "It seems that her performance is not as good as mine."

"what?"

"You want to take me away, but you want to cut off ties with her. I must be more beautiful than Wang Zuxian."

Tang Wen: "..."

Emperor Group Headquarters.

"Boss Yang, Boss Tang."

Zhuang Wenqiang and Mai Zhaohui, who had only slept for two hours, immediately perked up when they saw the two big bosses.

Andy Lau introduced: "Mak Siu Fai is both a screenwriter and a director. I recommend him and director Lau Wai Keung to co-direct the film."

Just like in the original time and space, Tang Wen had no objection and started discussing the script.

"The sentence [Ten years undercover] was changed to [It was agreed to be three years, but three years and three more years... It's almost been ten years]"

"The scene at the police station was changed to Han Chen eating at the police station, and the lines were changed to [Have you ever seen someone go to a funeral home and shake hands with a dead body?]"

"Good good!"

The two screenwriters nodded repeatedly.

As expected of a Golden Lion-winning director, he really has something.

Tang Wen also has requirements for actors.

To boost Hong Kong films, we need to use Hong Kong actors.

Anyone with the surname Huang from Taiwan, please don’t come.

It would be fine to replace him with Zhang Xueyou, Liang Jiahui, or Wu Mengda.

Even the strong one has to change people...

In addition, Tang Wen abused his power for personal gain and planned to let Gao Yuanyuan play the role of Liang Chaowei's ex-girlfriend.

Checking the details takes a lot of time.

Tang Wen and two screenwriters were busy until the evening.

I returned to the hotel and was about to call Huo Wenxi.

The hotel front desk called to remind me: "Miss Wang Zuxian is here to visit. She has been waiting for you for half an hour."

(End of this chapter)