Any boss of an independent production company in Hollywood today is not qualified to show off in front of Chen Qi.
In two years, Chen Qi earned more than 20 million U.S. dollars in net profit, which is quite impressive if you look at Hollywood. Bob Shea has obviously done some research in the past few days, and his attitude has become more and more polite, saying: "I once again did it for me.
I apologize for my negligence and I hope it will not affect your impression of me."
"It's okay, it's over. Actually, after filming "Orphan" last year, I asked Ed and Amy if they knew any independent production companies. They introduced you, so I wanted to get in touch and talk about the company.
Released in the United States.
This year is the same, the goal has not changed."
Bob listened to what he said and asked: "You have a good relationship with 20th Century Fox, why don't you continue to distribute it with them?"
"We are buying out the copyright, not distribution. I want to talk about box office sharing. Do you think they will talk about it? I want to talk about the distribution of B-level movies in Hong Kong. Will they talk about it? Big companies have the arrogance of big companies."
"So you want to talk to me about box office share?" "No, no, I'm just giving you an example."
Chen Qi spoke of his thoughts in one breath, saying: "A few years ago, B-level movies had good results in the United States, but as "Jaws" and "Star Wars" ushered in the industrial age, the audience's tastes have improved, and they can't watch
On those shitty low-budget movies.
But this market has not disappeared, there is still an audience.
It's just that it's increasingly difficult for them to see B-level movies in regular theaters, so they can only go to those rural theaters and drive-in theaters to watch them. But now there is a good new channel, video tapes!
I think the videotape market will be able to absorb the broad audience for B-level movies.""..."
Bob thought for a while and nodded: "You know the American market really well, but I have just gotten involved in the video tape industry, and my main distribution channel is still the traditional small movies. So, what business do you want to do with me?"
"It's very simple. I will give you my film, you will help me distribute it, and you will get 15% of the agency fee. If there is a good project, we can also cooperate in filming." "A film like "Orphan"?"
"How is it possible? Can you afford the distribution fee? The films I give you are mainly aimed at the video tape market and are placed on the shelves for low-level audiences to choose. In traditional small theaters, the box office can be as high as it can sell.
How much to sell."
"that's all?"
Bob frowned. He had been waiting for several days, thinking that he would be able to make a fortune from some big project, but was disappointed.
He was not happy when he saw this Chinese boy, and his tone became harsh: "Chen, you are wasting my time! I thought we would have a good start, I shouldn't have waited for several days in vain, you have to know,
I'm filming a new movie, and I've delayed a lot of things just to meet you!"
"Forget it, I've seen your movies on TV these days. I can watch five of those rubbish movies a month!"
Chen Qi was not polite and directly complained: "Stop your self-righteous attitude, you have no idea what I'm talking about! American B-level movies have sunk into the video tape market. This is a blue ocean that no one has occupied yet. And I
The cost is lower, the labor is cheaper, the quality is guaranteed, and the speed is top-notch. It can be completely produced as a B-level film assembly line, and we can even be our own distributor!
You have been in the industry for 20 years and your combined income is not as much as what I have earned in 2 years, so shut your mouth! Since you are not willing to do it, you can leave!"
".."
Bob stood up abruptly, his face turning red and white. He had abilities, but also the limitations of the times. His mind was spinning rapidly, but he already said: "Chen, don't get me wrong! I..."
"You have no chance, please go ahead!" Chen Qi also stood up and walked away.
The comrade quickly followed and asked quietly: "Didn't the negotiation end?"
"Yeah!" "What a shame!"
"It's nothing to regret. It's a plan for the future anyway."
"Oh, that's fine. I don't know much about this either... That costs you money. Coffee is quite expensive." "Hi, they're all my family!"
Bob looked at his leaving figure and became more and more impulsive. But he knew that there was no way to talk now and the other party was leaving Los Angeles soon. He thought about finishing the film in his hand and flying directly to Hong Kong to see it.
He happens to be very curious about Hong Kong movies...
Chen Qi's meaning is very simple.
The U.S. video tape market will reach 4 billion U.S. dollars next year, and the purchase price has skyrocketed. An average B-level movie can be priced at 500,000 U.S. dollars, and the cost is usually 300,000 to 400,000 U.S. dollars, which is a guaranteed profit.
He can keep costs lower.
This kind of shoddy film can give practitioners in Hong Kong and mainland China practice, and at the same time expand distribution channels in the United States. To put it bluntly, it is also a form of "OEM". He needs a guy who can take charge of the overall situation in the United States, Bob Xie
Iraq is pretty good, but Americans are naturally arrogant and need to be tempered or find someone else.
The group soon left Los Angeles and went to Washington.
I looked at the Lincoln Memorial, paid my respects to the White House and the Capitol outside, and then went to New York after only one day. Then I flew from New York to Hong Kong and from Hong Kong back to the capital. This trip lasted only 20 days, and Chen Qi had no time to spare.
With.
First, I met with the leader in San Francisco and talked about video games. Then I attended the screening of "Orphan" in Los Angeles, engaged in dinosaur diplomacy, and initially finalized "Interstellar Dinosaurs." I also had a blast with Bob Shea...
Fortunately, there is only one last event left. New York, movie theater.
All members of the delegation were present. Gong Xue changed into a small dress and was very formal. Yan Shunkai and Li Wenhua were also in sharp suits. But they could not help much. Chen Qi and people from 20th Century Fox were all busy.
Come and go.
"Shadra!"
"Dear China boy!"
The old lady from Shandong in the United States was very enthusiastic when she met him. Chen Qi couldn't stand it. If others saw it, he thought he was eating seafood.
This is the American entertainment industry, and nothing is surprising. But fortunately, at least Shadra is a woman, otherwise people would misunderstand her and say, "Why don't you just sell me and charge me 800 euros?"!
"Your novel will be released next month."
Shadra mentioned a little-known magazine and said with a smile: "I helped you, how can you thank me?" "I've prepared a surprise, I'll find out soon!"
Chen Qi quickly sent her away, and Roberts called him: "Chen, come here quickly!" "This is Mr. Roger Ebert, the most famous film critic!"
"Nice to meet you!"
"It seems like it's the first time a Chinese film will be screened in New York. I'm looking forward to it."
Roger Ebert is only in his early 40s. He started writing film reviews in the 1960s and won the Pulitzer Prize in the 1970s.
He also ran a film review program on the TV station, using the "Two thumbs up!" sign to rate movies. These two thumbs up (Two thumbs up!) have also become his exclusive label, appearing on various
In newspapers and periodicals.
Chen Qi didn't like this person very much, but he was naturally extremely enthusiastic on the surface.
Chapter completed!