Reborn in America, I'm serious about making money.

A box office of nine hundred million dollars, or even ninety-nine ...cents, is still not as shocking as a billion dollars. Compared to the previous life, it should be much higher.

Zhang San didn't know the box office figures for the original timeline, but he felt it must have broken records. This should be the highest-grossing film in North American film history. There will definitely be films that exceed one billion dollars in the future, but there certainly hasn't been one before.

This is likely related to the increased number of cinemas and screens; of course, it could also be related to promotion; or perhaps, the increased attention garnered by the novel's sales over the past year is for the same reason.

After "Dinosaur Park" surpassed one billion dollars in revenue, it immediately sparked a global sensation. Major media outlets reported on it extensively, and news and reviews about the film flooded the internet.

The newspaper's front page featured the eye-catching headline that "Dinosaur Park" had surpassed one billion US dollars at the box office, accompanied by a huge still of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, attracting readers' attention.

Television news also featured the film extensively, with reporters conducting live interviews on set with the director, actors, and producers, giving viewers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes stories. On social media, "Dinosaur Park" became a trending topic, with netizens sharing their viewing experiences and their amazing adventures with dinosaurs.

Film critics have given "Dinosaur Park" high praise, commending its spectacular special effects, gripping plot, and outstanding performances. Film magazines have even published special reports, providing in-depth analysis of the film's production process and creative concepts. Furthermore, major entertainment websites have conducted detailed analyses of the film's box office success, exploring the reasons for its success and its impact on the film industry.

The fact that "Dinosaur Park" has grossed over one billion US dollars is not only a major event in the film industry, but has also become the focus of global media attention.

"Dinosaur Park," which was originally scheduled to be taken off the screens, actually had a small rebound, grossing more than four million US dollars in its last few days.

However, neither Zhang San nor Robert wanted it to remain on the big screen; because the videotapes were about to be released.

After the movie finished its theatrical run, videotapes were released, but CDs were not yet available. Last year, VCDs appeared in mainland China, but the other party did not register a patent. Therefore, he helped them register one, although the patent owner was listed as another company. But that didn't matter.

Zhang San won't use this patent to make money, but he can get people to produce this VCD player. VCD players can still be sold in mainland China for two or three years.

Although VCDs were invented in mainland China, the chips had to be imported from overseas.

Another one is that the seven major Hollywood film studios are developing a high-definition standard because they lost out to the competition in VCD, so they want to bypass VCD in high definition.

Wanyan, a company in mainland China, only produced 1,000 VCD players this year, which were then bought by competitors, disassembled, and studied. Lacking patents, their large initial investment was destined to result in losses.

Zhang San asked the base station equipment factory to set aside a workshop to produce VCD players; in addition to his factory, BBK Electronics was also preparing to produce VCDs, as were many other companies.

The advent of VCDs also accelerated the decline of mainland Chinese films because the cost was too low; DVDs could be obtained from Hong Kong for only one or two Hong Kong dollars.

Not only mainland Chinese films, but Hong Kong films also entered a period of decline. The decline of Hong Kong films was not defeated by North American films, nor by their peers, although there was the factor of suppressing social groups and boosting financial backers; but the bigger reason was actually VCD.

"Dinosaur Park" was released at just the right time, before the onslaught of pirates.

Has Hong Kong cinema really declined? In Zhang San's opinion, it shouldn't be considered a decline. Mainland Chinese people still love watching Hong Kong movies. Back then, when Stephen Chow made "A Chinese Odyssey," some people said that the movie's box office was dismal and no one watched it. That might be true in Hong Kong as well.

But in Zhang San's small town, there were actually queues to buy tickets for the movie theater. You know why. Back then, there were even small trucks with loudspeakers advertising the movies, making quite a scene. He and his friend even bought one ticket to go see it.

Because there were no big investors and no box office revenue, the high salaries could not be afforded, so the stars naturally left for Hong Kong.

When Zhang San returned to the villa, he felt a little strange seeing Guan Meiren lounging around at home like a cat, eating and waiting to die.

In the future, some people will say that Guan Meiren is not acting. Zhang San said that he is responsible for this. He led a good vase astray and ruined her.

"I told you, your third brother must have been out fooling around last night. I was right, wasn't I? Hehe..."

Zhang San didn't care at all; he looked rather dejected.

"I'm going to rest for a bit. Call me for lunch."

He was woken up at noon, a normal wake-up call, nothing like being bitten awake.

"At this hour, you still reek of alcohol." Guan Meiren pushed away Zhang San who was approaching, then complained a few times before leaving his room.

"I've had someone make some hangover soup; you can have some later."

Zhang San was still feeling a bit hungover, so he washed his face with cold water, which made him feel much better. However, theoretically, the aftereffects of a hangover can be relieved by drinking more alcohol; perhaps a little more would make him feel better.

"I'm sorry, I got drunk yesterday and made you worry." Zhang San got off the bus, drank some hangover soup, and then looked a little embarrassed.

"Tch~ Don't flatter yourself, okay? Who's worried about a womanizer like you?"

He Meitian has become bolder now. Since their relationship took a turn for the better in winter, she has become much more lively and even dares to tease him.

"Yeah, when you're out fooling around, don't bring back any weird diseases."

Zhang San lowered his head to drink his soup, asked the servant to serve him rice, and remained silent, taking the art of eating in silence to the extreme; the three women, seeing that Zhang San was acting like an ostrich, ignored him.

After lunch, Zhang San wiped his mouth with a napkin and said, "You women all love handbags. How about I buy a brand and give it to you?"

"What's wrong? Unsolicited kindness is either a lie or a thief."

"Hahaha... You're all mine, what use are you to me? Take it or leave it, I'm going to buy them for my own amusement anyway." Zhang San laughed arrogantly.

"Hey, Third Brother, did you say your smile was really sly?" Sweetie's got guts.

Zhang San laughed and said, "Those who are richer than me won't say anything about me; those who are not as rich as me dare not say anything about me; only you do, so you are very sharp."

"Beautiful lady, I'm rooting for you!"

Zhang San made a funny face and gave a thumbs-up, but he looked very serious.