Entertainment, I just like making movies

Imperial City, Alibaba Pictures Headquarters.

Fan Luyuan got out of the car with a gloomy look and strode into the office building.

Today's movie schedule meeting was really a waste of time. Dangdang Ali, there was only one movie released in this summer's schedule.

It is still a Hong Kong film, and Alibaba Pictures did not even have an investment share, and only received a guaranteed distribution.

Before going, Fan Luyuan still had the idea of ​​​​learning.

Only after I went there did I realize that in the film field, the best thing to do is to have a film in every hot season.

The reason why Hengyu and Bona are so arrogant today is not because there are several movies released from June to August.

Other film and television companies don't have movies, so they can only stare from the sidelines!

Compared with Tengxun Pictures and iQiyi Pictures, although Alibaba Pictures has nothing to lose, what's the use?

Do you still expect to use the hard steel of "Anti-Corruption Storm" and "I'm Not the God of Medicine", but they are just disgusting Fang Ziheng.

In the elevator.

Fan Luyuan's eyes focused and he quickly thought about what Alibaba Pictures should do next.

From the Alipay field to the big entertainment industry, he came with the belief that he must win, believing that the film and television industry is nothing more than this.

Before entering the venue, Hangcheng Ma had a special chat with him, and after making some achievements, he handed over the entire Alibaba Entertainment Group to him.

The meaning is obvious. Fan Luyuan is the main contributor to the rise of Alipay. Handing over Alibaba Entertainment Group to him is equivalent to letting him come and enjoy the blessings in advance.

However, what Fan Luyuan didn't expect was that he would fall into a quagmire as soon as he entered the game and be taught how to be a good person by Hengyu Media again and again.

Could it be that he chose the wrong opponent?

Fan Luyuan whispered in his heart, wondering if he had made the wrong choice by considering Hengyu as Ali's biggest rival in the industry!

No, you made the right choice!

Only the newcomers laugh and the old ones cry. Only by overthrowing Hengyu can Alibaba Pictures have a broader space in the future.

He knows very well that the three BAT companies have the same attitude towards Hengyu Media.

If you can win over, win over, if you can't, then suppress!

Both Ali and Teng Xun followed the path of courtesy first and then fighting.

However, Alibaba Pictures did the opposite not long after wooing Hengyu, secretly meddling in Hengyu's movies, and was discovered.

In anger, Fang Ziheng suspended the cooperation on "囧囧", and even turned against Alibaba's "The Seven Stars" produced last year.

At this point, the relationship between the two parties is about to reach a freezing point.

Fang Ziheng's attitude towards Alibaba Pictures was even worse in some private situations, and his attitude was extremely bad.

"In the final analysis, there must be potential works!"

Fan Luyuan snorted coldly and took the elevator straight to Ali's office area.

"Hello, Chairman."

"Hello, Mr. Fan!"

"Um"

After getting out of the elevator, the employees greeted him cordially along the way.

Fan Luyuan calmed down his expression, nodded slightly, and went straight to his office without saying a word.

Passing by the outer secretarial area, he gave instructions to his secretary: "Notify all senior executives to hold a meeting after work in the afternoon."

"Okay, Chairman"

The young secretary stood up quickly and responded respectfully. Then, while notifying the group's senior executives on the landline, he asked: "Chairman, have you had lunch?"

"Not yet, let the canteen bring me one."

As he spoke, Fan Luyuan pushed the door open and walked into his office without stopping.

The young secretary looked at the closed office door and blinked, feeling that something was wrong with the chairman today.

Chairman, I'm not in a good mood!

………

2 p.m.

Fan Luyuan took a rest and came to the No. 1 conference room of Alibaba Pictures with some documents.

Zhang Qiang, Zhang Wei, Yang Wei, Deng Kangmin, and the directors of the group's publicity and distribution departments were all present.

"Everyone is here, let's have a meeting now."

Arriving at the main seat in front, Fan Luyuan glanced around, knocked on the table and sat down indifferently, leaning on the boss's chair without saying a word.

Everyone's heart skipped a beat when they looked at his expression, foreboding that today's enlarged meeting of Alibaba Pictures would not be satisfactory.

Everyone turned their attention to Zhang Qiang and Zhang Wei. One of them was the CEO and the other was the CFO of Big Entertainment, so they had the most say.

Seeing this situation, Zhang Qiang first cursed "slippery" in his mind, then smiled a little and asked Fan Luyuan: "Chairman, did something go wrong in today's meeting?"

"If something happens, forget it."

Fan Luyuan scanned the circle again and found that everyone looked cautious, and suddenly became speechless.

I still haven’t practiced enough and brought my emotions to the meeting.

Fan Luyuan took a breath, allowing himself to relax completely, and said with a somewhat introductory tone: "Everyone, after today's expanded meeting, China Film Group convened all the film and television companies to hold a small meeting to discuss the upcoming summer schedule.

This summer, our group only has one film "Anti-Corruption" released, which is very abnormal. "

As soon as he said this, everyone suddenly realized.

No wonder, it turned out to be dissatisfaction with the group’s inaction in this year’s summer market!

In the second half of last year, Alibaba Pictures launched several attacks on the film industry after "The King of Seven Stars", and the results were quite fruitful, as it successively finalized the investment and distribution rights for multiple films.

But unfortunately, among the many movies, few will be released in the upcoming summer season.

Some of the works approved by the group this year have just been launched, while others are still in preparation and will have to wait until next year to be released.

The executives understood Fan Luyuan's mood, but they were helpless!

A good woman can't make a meal without rice. What I'm talking about is that at this stage, Alibaba Pictures has huge publicity resources, but it has not produced a few blockbuster movies.

Two years after the company was founded, only Zhao Yanzi's "To Youth" can be considered the best in the industry.

As everyone expected, Fan Luyuan was silent for a while and informed everyone of the meeting process to discuss the schedule.

Hengyu, Bona, and China Film became the winners of today's small meeting. All three film and television companies have more than three movies released during the summer vacation, enjoying the gluttonous feast brought by the hot schedule.

Ali, almost nothing was gained.

Except for Zhang Qiang, the other people present had only been in the film and television industry for two years.

But no matter how short the entrance time was, everyone knew clearly that they had the same idea as Fan Luyuan came back just now.

work!

Without works, everything is just talk!

No matter how much money or resources you have, you must have works in hand to achieve the ultimate effect.

For a moment, there was silence in the conference room.

Everyone's interest was waning, and they were shocked by what Fan Luyuan said about the meeting process.

at this time!

Zhang Wei, the leader of Ali's department, broke the silence with a smile.

"Chairman, I just received good news that "Mermaid" directed by Zhou Xingchi has been approved."

"Oh, shooting is finally about to start!"

Fan Luyuan was shocked and sat up straight, his energy soaring upward at a speed visible to the naked eye.

The rest of the people were also stunned by this sudden good news.

Just now, I thought I didn’t have a blockbuster movie, but now I have a sleepy pillow. What luck, quack!

In an instant, the depressed atmosphere in the conference room was swept away, and everyone was talking loudly.

For one purpose, we must win the investment for "Mermaid".

Fan Luyuan listened for a while, interrupted everyone's discussion, and said to Zhang Wei: "When Zhou Xingchi revealed the news of a new film last year, everyone flocked to it. Now that the project has been officially approved, other film and television companies must have got the news.

You should investigate and see who had first contact with Zhou Xingchi himself. "

"Okay, you'll know soon."

Zhang Wei nodded, took out his cell phone in front of everyone, and quickly made a few calls.

After a while, the news came together.

"Chairman, in addition to Zhou Xingchi's Xinghui Film and Television, China Film, Hengyu, and Guangxian have also received their investment shares in advance!"

Zhang Wei's eyes narrowed slightly, and he took a breath while looking at the messages on his phone.

So far, three companies have received investment in "Mermaid".

Zhang Qiang frowned and said hastily: "Why so fast? Do you know the specific share?"

Fan Luyuan also looked over, with a hint of worry on his face.

He has been waiting for Stephen Chow's next project, so he contacted the other party in advance and promised to invest at a premium.

I thought I had a chance to win, but I didn't expect that my opponent had already taken action.

Fan Lu lost his energy when he thought that Director Han, Fang Ziheng and Wang Changtian didn't show even a trace in today's meeting room.

Even Zhou Xingchi complained.

If you ignore Alibaba Pictures and accept investment from three companies, you are looking down on him!

grass!

Without Qi returning to Qi, Fan Luyuan could only suffer from it for the rest of his life.

There is no shortage of investors for Stephen Chow's movies. Alibaba can pay a premium, and so can others.

What's more, the publicity and distribution capabilities of China Film, Hengyu, and Guangxian are among the top in the industry.

In addition, all three companies have theater chains, which is Alibaba Pictures' biggest weakness.

"Chairman, the total investment in "Mermaid" is 300 million, Xinghui Investment accounts for 20%, China Film Group 15%, Hengyu 20%, Guangxian 30%, leaving 15%."

Only 15% left!

Damn it

Fan Luyuan felt dangerous. He suddenly turned his head to look at Zhang Qiang and said in a deep voice: "Mr. Zhang, make an appointment with Zhou Xingchi immediately. We will interview him in person."

"No problem, I'll contact him right away."

Zhang Qiang was right, so he took out his cell phone and dialed Zhou Xingchi's number.

Of all the people present, only he, the former deputy general manager of China Film Group Corporation, had Zhou Xingchi's personal contact information.

Dudu

In the eyes of everyone, the phone was quickly connected, and a Hong Kong dialect was heard.

"Hey, Mr. Zhang?"

"Hello, Director Zhou, I am Zhang Qiang from Alibaba Pictures!"

Zhang Qiang smiled and then, with Deng Kangming's gesture beside him, he turned on the external sound of his mobile phone.

"Hello Mr. Zhang, what can I do for you?"

The second sentence came out of Zhou Xingchi's mouth and quietly changed into Mandarin.

At the same time, Zhou Xingchi also knew the purpose of Zhang Qiang's call.

"Director Zhou, I heard that the "Mermaid" project has been officially approved, but there is still a part of the investment needed. We at Alibaba Pictures are very interested in the remaining share."

"No problem. I just arrived in the Imperial Capital. I have time tomorrow. Let's meet and chat then."

"Director Zhou, can we meet tonight?"

"Sorry, Mr. Zhang, someone from Wanda Film and Television has an appointment with me tonight!"

"Mr. Zhang, see you tomorrow."

Dudu

In everyone's dumbfounded eyes, the other end of the phone quickly hung up.

quiet!

very quiet!

Everyone could hear the content of the phone call clearly. Wanda Film and Television had made an appointment with Zhou Xingchi before them.

Zhang Wei's eyelids twitched and his expression changed drastically. He quickly stood up and looked at Fan Luyuan and said, "Chairman, we absolutely cannot wait until tomorrow."

"Wanda Film and Television's capital is also very strong, and Zhou Xingchi is likely to accept the other party's investment tonight!"

After being reminded by Zhang Wei, everyone came to their senses and looked at Fan Luyuan anxiously.

Even Zhang Qiang showed some urgency.

After all, Zhou Xingchi's project is the most potential movie that Alibaba Pictures has access to currently.

He stared at Fan Luyuan and said loudly: "Chairman, we must act immediately."

Fan Luyuan was not a procrastinator. He patted the table and said, "Okay, without further ado, let's rush to the hotel where Zhou Xingchi is staying."

As he walked out, he told Zhang Wei who got up after him.

"Zhang Wei, prepare an investment contract immediately and come to the hotel to see us later."

"Understood, I'll do it right away!"

Hengyu headquarters.

Fang Ziheng also received the news from Zhou Xingchi's North Capital City, and immediately called Lin Wei, director of the distribution department, and Guo Fan, deputy director of the film business department.

"'Mermaid' has been submitted for review, and filming will start soon. You two are going to meet Zhou Xingchi tomorrow to discuss guaranteed distribution."

Fang Ziheng asked the two of them to take their seats while explaining the matters.

"Guaranteed issuance, Chairman"

Lin Wei and Guo Fan were stunned, wondering why Fang Ziheng was so anxious.

The group has just negotiated the investment in "Mermaid". It took less than three days for the money to be sent to Xinghui Film and Television. Now we are talking about guaranteed distribution?

too fast!

"Is it fast? Not fast at all!"

Fang Ziheng smiled and said to the confused Lin Wei and Guo Fan, "You guys only saw that the movie hasn't started filming yet, but you didn't see Zhou Xingchi's influence."

"Let me tell you this, apart from choosing the main creator of the film, Zhou Xingchi's most important purpose in coming to the imperial capital this time is to sell the film's guaranteed distribution!

Whoever bids the highest price will win the distribution rights of "Mermaid"! "

This is the reality. Even if the movie directed by Zhou Xingchi is not as popular as the one directed by Fang Ziheng, it can definitely be regarded as one of the most popular projects in the Chinese film industry.

The King of Comedy has no worries about selling his movies.

Among the four finalized main controllers of "Mermaid", Xinghui seems to have a small share, only 20%.

But they didn't make any money, so Xinghui invested in Zhou Xingchi's director's fee, producer's fee, and screenwriter's fee.

A total of 60 million soft girl coins!

Not the salary, 60 million is included in the investment of "Mermaid", and you can enjoy 20% of the movie's static box office income.

The actual cost of 60 million will be borne by Hengyu, China Film, Guangxian, and subsequent investors.

This is not the end, in order to get the investment share, Hengyu and Guangxian had to pay a premium to impress Zhou Xingchi.

Hengyu accounts for 20%, with a production investment of 60 million and a premium of 30 million.

Among them, 20 million is considered the real premium, and 10 million is considered to make up for the proportion of Xinghui Film and Television.

China Film is special. Zhou Xingchi did not ask for the premium from China Film. In addition to 45 million actual production funds, he made up for the 10 million Xinghui Film and Television share, investing a total of 55 million.

Guangming accounts for 30%, the highest proportion, with a production investment of 9,000 and a premium of 35 million.

Similarly, for a real premium of 20 million, 15 million is considered to make up for the share of Xinghui Film and Television.

In other words, Hengyu, China Film, and Guangxian contributed a total of 50 million soft sister coins to Xinghui Film and Television.

Xinghui invested 60 million yuan, and the shortfall of 10 million yuan was left to subsequent investors to make up the amount.

The real premium of 40 million for Hengyu and Guangxian went into Zhou Xingchi's private pocket.

As soon as the movie was approved, it made a lot of money!

It can be seen how strong Zhou Xingchi's current appeal is.

Fang Ziheng wanted to secure the release of "Mermaid" as soon as possible. It was for this reason that the day lily was already cold when we really waited for the movie to be released.

Only then did Lin Wei and Guo Fan understand the chairman's good intentions and patted their chests to express that they would complete the task.

Guo Fan rubbed his hands, licked his face and smiled: "Chairman, please give us the highest bid for "Mermaid"!"

"There is no bottom line!"

Fang Ziheng waved his hands fiercely, looked at the two of them with burning eyes and said: "In the next two days, other film and television companies will not only compete for the remaining investment share of the film, but will also offer guaranteed distribution.

After you go there, as the main controller, first take a look at what companies have quoted, and then follow my instructions! "