Chapter 119 Self-Recommendation?

The spacious and bright president's office is full of the century-old history of the film industry. The film pictorials produced by Universal, the awards they have won, and the props that are still fresh in the classic films can all be seen in this stylish room. Found in the museum's office.

Yang Cheng and Zhang Jingchu sat on the side of the sofa area, facing Donna Lande, and outside the floor-to-ceiling windows next to them was the famous Universal Studios Big Globe logo. Here, tourists took photos with their backs against the studio logo Taking a panoramic view, this may not be a motivation for the leader of Universal to move on.

After taking a sip of the coffee brought by the secretary, everyone's time is precious, and they didn't beat around the bush, and said straight to the point, "Donna, I want to hear your attitude about the stake in Focus Pictures."

Tang Na smiled and looked at Zhang Jingchu, who was quietly sitting next to Yang Cheng, with an inexplicable look in her eyes, "You are here today to discuss business, not to discuss movies, so I will answer your question from a business perspective. Something that can't be sold."

Everyone knows if it is hidden or not, it just depends on whether the value is high enough.

Yang Cheng nodded with a smile. He understood what Donna Lande meant. Focus Pictures could sell it, but why did she sell it?

"Donna, in my opinion, Focus Pictures is not that helpful to Universal. It is more of a role to assist Universal in shooting those films with diversified costs that do not meet the six scales. Then Universal Pictures relies on Its publicity and distribution capabilities can maximize profits, but with such a function, Universal Pictures can cultivate a company casually, and Focus Pictures is not the only irreplaceable one, am I right?"

Yang Cheng's eyes were bright, and when it came to business, his aura became stronger than ever, and his whole body was full of confidence from the inside out.

"You're right." Donna nodded cooperatively, but this wasn't enough to motivate her to sell Focus Pictures, and Yang Cheng continued.

"And Donna, one of the reasons why you insist on not letting go now, I guess, is the potential benefits of Fifty Shades of Grey?"

Donna Round changed her posture to hide her surprised expression. She still underestimated the ability of this young Chinese.

The fleeting expression was caught by Yang Cheng vigilantly, and the corner of his mouth raised slightly, he guessed it right! Once you find the crux of the problem, you can prescribe the right medicine.

"Since this is the case, let's cooperate with another plan. Universal will sell me the shares of Focus Pictures in its hands for 10 million US dollars, which is equivalent to buying out the potential profit of Fifty Shades of Gray. After all, no one can guarantee that they will make money, right? ?

Focus itself is responsible for local distribution, and Universal is responsible for distribution in other regions outside of North America, which is enough to ensure that Universal can achieve a decent profit scale on the film Fifty Shades of Gray. "

It has to be said that Yang Cheng’s proposal is very sincere and touching. Just like Yang Cheng’s, no one can guarantee that every movie will be a hit. A movie with a good gimmick like Fifty Shades of Gray can only improve The potential value of a hot item is not the basis for a 100% hit.

Donna Round has always been known for her decisive style of action. After a little calculation in her mind, she said, "I agree in principle, but first, the shares of Focus Pictures are not 10 million US dollars, but 15 million US dollars. This is not negotiable. , I have to explain to the board of directors;

Second, I want the global distribution rights of the follow-up series of the movie Fifty Shades of Gray, except in North America;

Third, I want to invest in Lions Gate. "

Yang Cheng frowned, "I can accept the price of 15 million U.S. dollars, but for the release of the sequel, I can only promise that Universal has the priority under the same conditions. As for the condition of becoming a shareholder of Lionsgate, it is not within the scope of discussion."

"Don't worry, I mean to invest in Lionsgate in my own name!" Donna Lande continued with a tired look, "I think your Lionsgate needs a new helm, you What do you think of me?"

Yang Cheng was startled, "Donna, I remember that your contract was renewed last year."

"Yes,

But Jeff~ Forget it, just pretend I didn’t. "Donna obviously still had concerns, so she took the initiative to stop the topic.

It's not easy for Yang Cheng to ask questions, but he kept this matter in his heart. Before that, he had been troubled by who would take the helm of the new Lionsgate Films. Now that someone recommended himself, he certainly couldn't just let it go. With the connections in the circle, it is more than enough to control Lions Gate.

"What about Focus Pictures?"

The previous conditions were a win-win for both parties. Donna had no reason to refuse. After thinking about it for about 3 or 4 seconds, she stood up, reached out and shook hands with Yang Cheng, and said with a smile, "Jason, you impress me, I hope we can cooperate." joy."

"Happy cooperation, Donna, you made me realize that those bullshit experts in Hollywood are not worthless, at least their evaluation of you is on point." Yang Cheng said politely.

Farewell to Donna Langde. In the elevator, Yang Cheng called Ruiz and briefly explained the terms he negotiated with Donna. Just ask him to send someone to contact Universal to sign the contract. By the way, check Jeff Xia What's going on with the golden duo of Dole and Donna Round.

Originally planned to return to New York directly from Universal, but now because of Zhang Jingchu, Yang Cheng decisively postponed the return time, and the two went to Universal Studios like ordinary couples.

Unlike Disneyland, which only operates its own film and television peripheral products and entertainment projects, Universal Studios draws on the strengths of others, uses more high-tech components, and restores famous movie scenes and special effects as much as possible. Therefore, Universal Studios in Los Angeles In the park, you can not only see the classic movie studios owned by Universal, but also entertainment facilities with movie themes such as Harry Potter, Transformers, and The Simpsons.

Yang Cheng took Zhang Jingchu's hand and went to the clothing store to change into sports and leisure clothes for the two of them, one black and one white printed with Transformers short-sleeved couple outfits, couple denim shorts, couple skateboard shoes, couple sunglasses, All geared up, enter the mysterious Hogwarts Castle.

Because of the rain in the early morning, the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was shrouded in a thin mist. Father Sun cooperated with the clouds and the sky was a little dark. The School of Witchcraft and Wizardry at this time looked particularly strange.

Taking the train, with the excitement of adventure, shuttled through the rolling hills of Hogwarts, accompanied by fire-breathing dragons and Voldemort's black magic, and returned to the castle amidst the cheers and applause of all the people. evil.

Coming out of the castle, the sky was still a bit gloomy at that time, but with the cooperation of the warm-hearted father-in-law, it is now a clear blue, with golden light shining through the clouds and mist, and this place has once again become a paradise for children to laugh and laugh. .

We found a restaurant at noon, and the two of them had a glass of milkshake, and they ate hamburger and fried chicken without worrying about their image. After satisfying their appetite for rebellion, they came to the water world in the afternoon, which is one of the most famous outdoor scenes in Hollywood blockbusters. .

Here you can experience real movie scenes, fast spaceships, jet skis, thrilling zipline fights, and even more dangerous blasting stunts. Under the hard work of stunt actors, every audience feels that the trip is worthwhile , It also allows people to truly understand that Hollywood blockbusters are shot in this way.

After spending a day in the studio, Bie Yangcheng and Zhang Jingchu, two ordinary people, Hansen and his soldiers who have been training in the wild all year round, seem exhausted. After all, they still need to pay attention to the surrounding environment at all times, for fear of the above. Such an 'accident' befell Yang Cheng's head again.

Sitting in the back row of the Rolls-Royce, the two of Yang Cheng and Yang Cheng, who had changed back to their formal clothes at this time, dragged their exhausted bodies but could not stop their great mood. They hadn't played so happily for a long time. It really brings back the fun of childhood.

"Are you tired?" Yang Cheng hugged Zhang Jingchu intimately, letting her rest on his shoulder.

"I'm not tired at all, I'm very happy today, thank you." Zhang Jingchu said with a comfortable smile, playing with the big hands hanging from her shoulders.

Like coaxing a child, Yang Cheng lightly stroked her bright smiling face, and promised, "I'll have dinner with David Ellison later, and I'll talk to him about the role. If it's not an important role, he will give me face. In the future, when Lionsgate produces its own movie, I will find another opportunity to arrange a key role for you, but don’t think about the protagonist for now, you know how difficult it is for a Chinese to be the protagonist of a Hollywood movie.”

"Well~ I understand, there is no need to force it, in fact, it doesn't matter if you want the role of Mission: Impossible or not." Zhang Jingchu stopped what she was doing, raised her head in Yang Cheng's arms, and a heavy look flashed across her beautiful eyes.

Yang Cheng was puzzled, and looked at each other, "It's not difficult for me to come to this role, you don't have to bear the burden, this is what I promised you."

Although he is also obsessed with Zhang Jingchu's alluring body, he is very clear that a transaction is a transaction, and it is too much to talk about feelings.

After finishing this sentence, the car fell into a strange silence. Zhang Jingchu continued to play with Yang Cheng's fingers, while Yang Cheng looked at the street scene that flashed like a slideshow.

The restaurant I met with David Ellison was Providence near Melrose, a Michelin two-star restaurant that specializes in seafood.

It is strange that the City of Angels, as one of the most famous big cities in the world, gathers the world's top chefs and the specialties they bring from all over the world, but it doesn't even have a Michelin three-star, or even a two-star restaurant. Are rare, does Michelin magazine discriminate against Los Angeles?

After entering the restaurant, the gorgeous ocean-style wallpaper greets the eyes. In the main dining room, dark blue velvet chairs with brass-colored chair legs, dark blue carpet, white shell-shaped ornaments on the top, and table settings covered with white napkins Delicate and elegant with candle light.

David Ellison had just arrived with his beautiful assistant, and the four met in front of the transparent wine cabinet. The two men introduced their female companions to each other, hugged and greeted each other for a while, and were led by the waiter to the reserved table.

Yang Cheng and David Ellison opened a bottle of red wine and ordered a glass of mildly alcoholic drink for the two ladies. Yang Cheng took a sip, and it was blessed with seasonal fruits, sour and sweet, very appetizing.

After ordering the dishes, David Ellison joked, "Jason, this is the first time you have invited me to dinner formally. If you have anything to do, hurry up, or I won't be able to eat for a while."

Yang Cheng is not hypocritical, "I heard that Mission: Impossible 5 has the idea of ​​adding a Chinese character?"

David Ellison froze while holding the wine glass, glanced at Zhang Jingchu with probing eyes, and suddenly laughed, "I just guessed how you could invite me to dinner for your own affairs, so it was for a beautiful woman."

Yang Cheng shrugged noncommittally, "You know! How is it? Is it difficult?"

Of course David Ellison understands, he has played too many stars, and he is not stingy with rewarding women who can bring him physical and mental stimulation. The best reward for an actor is to star in a big production Chance.

"It's not difficult, but the producers of Tom Cruise and Paramount may give this character to the investor of country Z as a favor." Ellison paused and told the truth.

"Tom Cruise!" Yang Cheng rubbed his temples and muttered with some headaches, this guy is not easy to deal with.