Entertainment, I just like making movies

"Long live my emperor! Long live!"

"Long live my emperor! Long live!"

Accompanied by the sound of worship like a roaring mountain and a tsunami, the big screen screen flashed to the Tangcheng Palace.

Gaozong Li Zhi ascended the throne, and his reign was Yongwei.

Xue Rengui was ordered to be appointed the Governor of Mobei, and he led a large army to guard Tianque City to frighten the heroes of the Western Regions and Mobei.

The camera came to the sky above where the army was setting off, with flags fluttering and a majestic momentum. One hundred thousand Tang Dynasty iron troops surged into the sky with murderous intent, coming like a mighty torrent.

An unprecedented sense of excitement filled everyone's visual senses.

three minutes.

The layout of the first three minutes of the movie can be described as majestic and vigorous, and the visual images are extremely intense.

It is no weaker than those super blockbusters in Hollywood that take the lead and quote exciting narratives at the beginning.

Under the billowing smoke of red dust.

The camera zoomed up, and the 100,000-strong army looked like a long red and black dragon, galloping freely across the sky and the earth.

Woo woo

The bugle sounded.

As soon as the picture scrolled, an aerial view of Chang'an City, the imperial capital of the Tang Dynasty, appeared.

The panoramic view is enhanced by special effects, using a one-to-one miniature of Chang'an City, the original imperial capital of the Tang Dynasty. Special effects modeling is used to enlarge the scale and present the original appearance.

The camera panned to a high beacon tower in the center of the imperial capital. The red dust was billowing below, the crowds were densely packed, and the sounds of hawking were rising and falling.

boom..

The beacon light beam flashed, and a ray of light shot out into the sky.

With the shining light, the parchment drawing of the opening appeared again.

The light rose across the sky from the imperial capital and spanned the entire territory of the Tang Dynasty. It first came to Tianque City, lit the beacon fire, then came to the Anxi Protectorate, and finally fell to the westernmost Anxi Prefecture.

Next door to Parthia and beyond is the great food country of Persia!

The camera directly enters the country of food and appears in a short and rough ancient city.

A troop of cavalry appears.

A young white man led two dozen guards on horseback and rode out of the city, happily preparing to go hunting out of the city.

At this point, the plot of the movie slowly unfolds.

The young white man soon encountered a small group of alien beasts, and more than twenty people were bitten to pieces by the alien beasts within two strokes.

The road back to the city was blocked, so he could only ride a frightened horse and flee eastward with his injured body.

The strange beasts chased them all the way, and the white people ran away.

In the end, the white people passed through Anxi State and fled to Tianque City with the merchants on the Silk Road for safety.

Along the way, the white man was like a scourge, chasing wild animals wherever he went.

The caravans and tribute teams from the countries in the Western Regions were badly unlucky. They were beaten to pieces by the alien beast army and suffered heavy casualties.

Woo woo

The bugle sounded again.

The army of the Celestial Dynasty arrived. Outside Tianque City, the leader of the alien beasts stopped the frenzied beasts and retreated unwillingly.

Two hours later, the movie ended.

In the screening room, everyone was sitting still, staring at the producers' subtitles on the big screen with blinking eyes, lost in thought, aftertaste, and measurement.

The movie is exciting enough, the plot is rich, the scenes are real and grand, and the war using 3D real-life shooting is even more exciting to watch.

Especially in several big battles, the shocking scenes of large armies attacking across thousands of miles, killing strange beasts like chickens, made their scalps numb.

So cool!

Director Han breathed a sigh of relief, showed admiration, stood up and took the lead in applauding.

bang bang

bang bang

Rapid and fierce applause suddenly sounded.

More than 30 people applauded and raised excited and striving smiles.

"Director Fang, you are awesome!"

"Haha, it's so exciting. I thought it was a historical narrative film, but I didn't expect it to be a war film about exterminating alien beasts!"

"Yes, those strange beasts are too real. They have divine shapes and mouths that look exactly like wild wolves and tigers in reality."

"Okay, okay, I didn't expect that the level of special effects in our country could reach this level, which is not inferior to Hollywood at all!"

"Those armies of the Tang Dynasty must have participated in the exercise. They were enforcing orders and prohibitions, and they were full of murderous intent. When they put on armor, they were completely like the elite soldiers of ancient times. The scene was so shocking."

There was no need for Chen Yu or Song Ge to take care of it. The directors of several movie theaters who came to test the film started discussing and bragging on their own.

Fang Ziheng showed a happy smile and said to Han Dong, Wang Jianlin and Deng Wendi: "How do you feel? The movie didn't disappoint you, right?"

“Not only was I not disappointed, it was a huge surprise!”

Wang Jianlin was filled with joy and gave a thumbs up and sincerely praised: "Director Fang, working with you on "The Great Wall" is the most correct decision for Wanda Films!"

"Yes, this time China Film Group has picked up another good project, and I have to thank Director Fang and Director Wang for sharing it."

Dong Han laughed happily, took out his cigarettes and distributed them to everyone with a cheerful smile.

Compared to Wang Jianlin, he is more happy that Chinese-language films can produce big-budget costume films like "The Great Wall".

Costumes, war.

This means that "The Great Wall" can be exported overseas, allowing global audiences to see the elegance of China.

For Director Han, he wishes he could export several movies a year.

It's a pity that there is only one Fang Ziheng. Even if he is exhausted, he can only film one film a year at most. It still depends on whether he is willing.

Think about this.

Director Han remembered Heng Yu’s new costume project mentioned earlier and had to find time to have a good chat with Fang Ziheng to finalize the project as soon as possible.

There is also Lao Mouzi, whose two movies have been a hit and his momentum is booming. I wonder if he has the idea of ​​making another costume blockbuster.

With his mind wandering, he lit the cigarette and took a puff, then looked at Deng Wendi who looked delighted with a smile: "Ms. Deng, what do you think of "The Great Wall"?"

"It's very good. It's hard to tell the audience in other places. The North American market will definitely eat Chinese films with this theme!"

Deng Wendi blurted out and said with great certainty.

She has no worries about revealing her love for movies, causing Wanda and Hengyu to increase their offers.

As long as "The Great Wall" is good, it doesn't matter if you make less money.

She has other ways to recover more benefits from other channels.

With a smile in his eyes, Director Han stretched out his hand and said, "Ms. Deng, please, let's go to the lounge to talk about distribution and copyright?"

"OK, that's exactly what I meant!"

Immediately, several people waved to Fang Ziheng and walked out of the screening room first.

Fang Ziheng asked them to go there first. He and Song Ge also had to communicate with the heads of theaters to discuss the arrangement of "The Great Wall".

Again, with the increase in the number of domestic movie screens, even if Wanda Cinemas ranks first in the country, we must be cautious when facing the US$150 million production budget of "The Great Wall".

After the movie is released, in addition to publicity, the filming schedule is the most important part of the promotion.

Wanda Cinemas alone cannot meet the scale of "The Great Wall" and must seek support from other cinemas.

"Director Fang, Xingmei can provide 70% of the film arrangement, which is only 10% less than Wanda. It's interesting."

"Director Fang, President Song, don't worry, Hengdian Film and Television will not lower than 65% of the film schedule."

"The movie is so enjoyable that we, Dadi Cinemas, will definitely support it and can provide 60% of the film schedule."

"Thank you for your support, thank you!"

After hearing everyone's support, Fang Ziheng and Song Ge expressed their gratitude with satisfaction.

Except for the United Cinemas under Moying, which has no deal with China Film Group, and only gives 50% of the film schedule, the other fourteen theater chains have given a minimum of 58% of the film schedule.

Taken together, "The Great Wall" had at least 65% to 69% of the film schedule on its first day of release.

enough!

Fang Ziheng felt relieved, and he and Song Ge personally escorted the group downstairs.

In the elevator coming back.

Song Ge was still very excited, and Baba was smoking, looking impatient.

"Director Fang, in your opinion, what is the approximate total global box office of "The Great Wall"?"

"3 billion soft girl coins, that should be enough, right?"

"It's impossible to say for sure. There could be more, or there could be a rush."

Fang Ziheng calmed down and stopped talking to the other party.

To be honest, he has no idea where "The Great Wall" will end up, and it's hard to predict.

Fortunately, in China, we can make a basic judgment on the total box office after the first day's box office is released.

It’s difficult abroad. At least the first week’s box office has to be released. Only through 21st Century Fox’s promotional lineup can we slightly predict the final box office.

Moreover!

Song Ge, this guy, would ask him secretly now, and he would want to make a trick at the first glance, so that he could flatter Wang Jianlin when he got back.

He won't be fooled!

Even if he wanted to brag, he would have to wait until the premiere day of "The Great Wall" to brag to the media and the audience. That day would be his moment to show off.

China Film.

In a luxurious lounge, smoke filled the atmosphere and the atmosphere was solid.

Fang Ziheng, Han Dong, Wang Jianlin, Deng Wendi and her assistants, Song Dynasty, Chen Yu, Song Ge, and the vice president of Legendary Pictures.

A total of seven men and two women, nine people sat in a half circle on the black leather sofa, engaged in intense negotiations.

The subject of the negotiation.

Of course it’s the distribution ratio and full overseas copyright!

"The Great Wall" has a total of five investors, including Wanda Film and Television, Hengyu Media, China Film Group, 21st Century Fox, and Legendary Pictures.

Among the five companies, Wanda Film and Television is the main control and has the largest investment, with a monopoly of 40% of the film with US$90 million.

China Film, 21st Century Fox, and Legendary Pictures each invested US$20 million, paying a premium of US$5 million each to obtain a 10% share.

Hengyu Media Group did not pay a penny and enjoyed a 30% share as the film producer and Fang Ziheng’s director and screenwriter.

Among them, Hengyu Media accounts for 10% and Fang Ziheng personally accounts for 20%!

In other words, "The Great Wall" was officially invested by five companies, but in fact only four companies paid for it.

There are six parties sharing the profits, and Fang Ziheng alone has to count the profits of one party.

China Film, 21st Century Fox, and Legendary Pictures were willing to pay a premium because of Fang Ziheng's name.

Wanda Pictures alone, even if it means Potian, the three companies will not pay a premium.

The problem now is that both Wanda and 21st Century Fox want to control the distribution of movies.

During the global release period of "The Great Wall", it occupied a dominant position in order to seek more benefits.

In this regard, Wanda was the most fierce and did not relent at all.

"Ms. Deng."

"Wanda Pictures was busy preparing for the filming of "The Great Wall". It took more than half a year to prepare the scenery and spent 90 million U.S. dollars in real money. Now you tell me that Wanda cannot be the main distributor of the film. You Are you telling a joke?"

Song Ge was red-faced and spoke fiercely, staring intently at Deng Wendi and her white female assistant who had the bad idea.

Just now, it was this white female assistant who suggested that 21st Century Fox should be the main source of global distribution, with a distribution ratio of 20%.

As soon as these words came out, Wang Jianlin and Song Ge were instantly angered.

Mom made a comparison.

Gringos are gringos, and they are extremely jealous when they see fat.

"NO, Mr. Song, this is not a joke!"

The white woman shook her head slightly and said righteously: "Before coming, we did a detailed investigation. Wanda currently does not have the ability to distribute an A-level major production. Only our 21st Century Fox Film Company can. Unimpededly promote "The Great Wall" to the global film market!"

The meaning of her words is very clear, you Wanda can't do it.

If you want "The Great Wall" to be a hit, you have to rely on 21st Century Fox.

After hearing this, Song Ge laughed angrily, slapped the coffee table angrily and cursed: "That won't work, Wanda must have the joint distribution rights!"

"If you insist, Wanda has the right to change investors, isn't it just 20 million US dollars, Wanda Pictures can transfer the money to 21st Century Company's account tomorrow.

I still don’t believe it. If there is no butcher Zhang, I will eat pig hair! "

The angry words resounded throughout the conference room, showing how angry Song Ge was.

As the head of Wanda Pictures, he knows very well that he must not give in at this time. These words can only be said by him.

Otherwise, he will have to report his resignation like Wang Jianlin when he goes back.

As Song Ge spoke out, the white woman seemed to be shocked, frowning and not choking.

If she doesn't speak out, others won't rush to express their opinions.

The atmosphere in the conference room just solidified.

Fang Ziheng, Han Dong, Wang Jianlin, and Deng Wendi all had smiles on their faces, as if they didn't see the scene where Song Ge was arguing with the white woman just now.

At this moment.

Chen Yu's eyes flickered, and he wanted to speak to calm the atmosphere, and by the way, he could say something nice to Wanda and express his position on behalf of China Film.

Fang Ziheng discovered Chen Yu's intention and stopped him with a glance.

At this time, there is no need to say more.

It is impossible for the two parties to really break down the talks!

If Fang Ziheng guessed correctly, Deng Wendi was just taking the opportunity to be reserved and pave the way for the subsequent joint distribution ratio and copyright fees of "The Great Wall".

No one knows that Wang Jianlin will never give up the distribution rights of "The Great Wall" if he is present in person.

Moreover, once the overseas distribution rights of "The Great Wall" fall into the hands of 21st Century Fox, Wanda will be angry and may take back the distribution rights in the mainland market.

In this case, Hengyu and China Film Group would definitely not agree.

"The Great Wall" is obviously a movie with big hit potential. The box office volume in the mainland is at least 1 billion.

Hengyu, China Film and Wanda set the issuance ratio as early as the beginning of the project. The three parties jointly issued the film and paid 10% of the issuance fee.

According to expectations, there must be at least 100 million issuance profits, and Hengyu and China Film will make at least 30 million soft sister coins.

A single move affects the whole body!

Whether it is Wanda facing 21st Century Fox, or Hengyu and China Film Group facing Wanda, none of the three companies will give up the distribution rights of "The Great Wall".

really.

After only a moment of silence, Deng Wendi took the initiative to break the deadlock, pursed his lips and said with a smile: "Director Han, Director Wang, Director Fang, my subordinates don't understand the rules of the country, so you are laughing."

"Well, the decision on overseas joint issuance remains unchanged, and the issuance fee is also reduced to 18%. What do you think?"

Deng Wendi's expression was sincere, and his tone of voice was careless and tepid, but the meaning behind his words made people's faces twitch.

When they first collaborated, she said personally that as long as the movie was strong and had the potential to become a hit, Twenty-First Century Fox Film Company only needed 15% of the joint distribution fee.

Fortunately, now, she hit the target with a backhand and took advantage of her subordinates' nonsense to raise the issuance fee by 3%.

A trace of dissatisfaction flashed across Wang Jianlin's face. He stared at the other party and said in a deep voice: "I remember that the previous verbal agreement was 15%. Could it be that Ms. Deng wants to go back on her word?"

As soon as he spoke, Song Ge nodded sharply and said loudly: "Ms. Deng, Wanda has shown great sincerity. If you burn bridges like this, who else will dare to cooperate with Fox in the future?"

As he spoke, he glanced at Fang Ziheng, who was silent.

Oh shit!

What do you want me to do?

I can’t get the overseas distribution rights!

Fang Ziheng cursed secretly and had to speak: "Ms. Deng, let me see it this way. The distribution ratio is calculated based on the box office. If the total box office in North America does not exceed US$100 million, the 18% you mentioned shall prevail.

If the total box office exceeds US$100 million, it will be calculated as 15%. What do you think? "

"200000000!"

Deng Wendi's eyes were bright and he raised two fingers to bargain.

"120 million!"

"180 million!"

"130 million!"

"170 million!"

After several quotations, the box office was finally settled at US$150 million.

The North American box office exceeded US$150 million, and Wanda and 21st Century Fox shared a 15% joint distribution ratio.

If the amount is less than US$150 million, the issuance ratio will be increased by 3 percentage points to 18%.

Three points may not seem like much, but they represent the distribution rules of the industry and explain the rights enjoyed by blockbuster movies.

Furthermore, Wanda Pictures’ low-end quotation symbolizes Wanda Pictures’ expansion abroad, which will give it an extra bargaining chip when it comes to cooperating with Hollywood giants in the future.

You know, when Hollywood giants help distribute movies, they start with at least 15%, and some even go as high as 20%.

Speaking of which, Wanda suffered a little loss this time.

If Hengyu Media were in control, Deng Wendi would never be so sure, and the distribution ratio could be at least 12%.

Fang Ziheng's last film "The Secret of the Dragon" did very well due to advance pre-sale by 21st Century Fox.

Deng Wendi took the initiative to reduce the distribution ratio to 12%. Although there was a subsequent move to lower the price of the film's overseas full rights, she was more optimistic about Fang Ziheng himself and was sure that "The Secret of the Dragon" would be a hit.

And today is just the first screening of "The Great Wall". No one from Deng Wendi has gone back, and no advance pre-sales have been carried out in the North American market.

Just like that, Fang Ziheng stepped in and decided on the distribution ratio of the film.

The vice president of Legendary Pictures on the side nodded his head without making any comments.

This guy has already been bribed by Wanda and is willing to serve as a pawn for Wanda Films to take over Legendary Pictures.

Subsequently, Deng Wendi reported the full overseas copyright price for "The Great Wall".

$30 million!

No more, no less!

Fang Ziheng said nothing more and let Song Ge pull the strings between the two women. Anyway, Hengyu couldn't get even a cent of the copyright fee for "The Great Wall".

They even had to pay Wanda Film and Television to buy movies for Tudou Video to use as a film library.

Oh shit!

It’s still fun to be the main controller!

Except for the box office share, all other profits belong to Hengyu himself, and others can only be jealous.

In the end, Wendi Deng won the full overseas copyright of "The Great Wall" for US$38 million.

This price is only $2 million lower than "The Secret of the Dragon".

Both Song Ge and Wang Jianlin were satisfied with the price.

Before the movie was released, the cost of nearly $4,000 was recouped.

I have to get this deal!

At noon, everyone had a light meal in the China Film Canteen as usual.

Not to mention, the small canteen used by China Film Group executives to entertain guests tastes very good, and the chef's skills are no worse than those of star hotels.

Fang Ziheng wanted to invite the two of them to Hengyu Media to improve the employees' meals.

However, the large canteen of Baoli Group is also good. Fang Ziheng has eaten there a few times and asked the employees, but he has never heard any comments about the food not being good, not filling, or expensive.

After meal.

Everyone gathered and left. Wang Jianlin shook hands with Fang Ziheng heavily before leaving, saying that he would cooperate more if there were opportunities in the future.

Deng Wendi was also very happy and was picked up by Li Lianhua himself.

She had gained a lot this time. Before getting in the car, she told Fang Ziheng that she was going to spend two days in the country and relax.

Chen Yu and Song Ge boarded Fang Ziheng's Maybach. Song Ge said that it was rare for the three of them to get together and they had to find a place to have fun.

in the car.

Song Ge was sitting in the passenger seat, giving directions to Fang Zhongxin and smiling: "Director Fang, Mr. Chen, a new high-end entertainment venue has opened nearby. Let's go take a look?"

"Entertainment place? Old Song, Brother Yu is a public official, so you don't want to cause trouble!" Fang Ziheng raised the corner of his mouth and nodded for Chen Yu.

He knew that Song Ge wanted to improve their relationship and was willing to give him face.

But it’s fun, don’t go overboard.

Song Ge understood instantly and explained: "Don't worry, you two. It's a newly opened leisure club nearby. We went there to take a bath to relieve our fatigue. It's all serious business."

"Oh, I know that place. The name of the store is Bai Jinhan. Many colleagues from China Film Academy have been there and I heard it's pretty good."

As Chen Yu spoke out, the men's joyful laughter rang out in the car.

In less than ten minutes, the destination was reached.

The black Maybach turned into a side road and stopped in front of a splendid store.

Platinum Han Leisure Club!