Chapter 42: Fox Searchlight

However, Helen brought back a very unexpected news.

"Ever heard of Fox Searchlight and Nancy Utley?"

Regarding the result of the discussion with Colette Singer, Helen didn't mention it at all, but instead said a very unexpected name.

Fox Searchlight Pictures!

Nancy Utley!

Ryan suddenly heard this very familiar name, he couldn't help being taken aback, and then blurted out, "It's the publishing company that 20th Century Fox is preparing to set up!"

Speaking of Fox Searchlight Pictures, in the past life in the Hollywood independent film circle, it can be said to be a powerful mover, and like Miramax Films, it is a well-known Oscar pusher.

It's just that Fox Searchlight Pictures has always been slightly inferior to Miramax Pictures.

Helen glanced at Ryan in surprise. Unexpectedly, he had heard of Fox Searchlight Pictures, "That's right, Fox Searchlight Pictures was promoted by the new CEO of Twentieth Century Fox to release independent films, but it hasn't yet Official listing."

"Nancy Utley was one of the two appointed presidents, and she wanted to see "Saw."

Not only has it not been officially listed, it should be said that the framework of Fox Searchlight Pictures has not been officially established, and it was not officially listed until 1996.

However, in the previous life, Fox Searchlight Pictures released a film in 1995. As for whether it used the distribution channel of 20th Century Fox, this is unknown.

Check out Saw!

Ryan didn't hesitate at all, and immediately agreed. He had heard of Nancy Utley, a rare female figure in Hollywood.

Even though Fox Searchlight Pictures has not been formally established, it still has the support of the new CEO of 20th Century Fox, and its influence is only much more than that of Camelot-Singer.

Only Sophia was at a loss, not knowing the specific situation of Fox Searchlight Pictures that the two said.

The three of them drove away from the 20th Century Fox headquarters and came to a small indoor screening room. After a short time, they met Nancy Utley, one of the two presidents of the former Fox Searchlight Pictures.

"Hello, Mr. Ryan, I've been surprised by the box office of "The Blair Witch" for a long time." Nancy Utley took the initiative to hug Ryan and spoke very politely.

The purpose of establishing Fox Searchlight Pictures was to distribute independent films, so she knew very well that it was a miracle for a film with an investment of only tens of thousands of dollars to achieve such dazzling results.

Now this young director who created miracles was standing in front of her, so he was naturally very polite.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have contacted Helen in private as soon as she got the news.

You know, once this matter gets out, it will definitely cause criticism within Twentieth Century Fox.

"Hi, Ms. Nancy."

Ryan pointed to the copy held in Sophia's arms, and said, "Do you want to watch this movie?"

Nancy Utley glanced at Sophia in surprise. She was the daughter of the famous director Coppola. She had heard of it, but she didn't expect to meet her here.

"I heard that this is an unexpected horror movie. If possible, I would definitely like to watch it."

Ryan shrugged and said, "Of course."

For a while, Sophia acted as a projectionist again.

As "Saw" began to be screened, the plot in the film was revealed little by little. Nancy Utley couldn't help but glanced at Ryan. As expected, she deserved to be the one that Colette Singer liked. .

It is said that his last big-selling film was recommended by George Lucas to 20th Century Fox, and he obviously has a good network.

Time passed quickly, and the screening of "Saw" slowly ended.

Nancy Utley took a deep breath and said, "Director Ryan, I have a very presumptuous request, please consider it."

"How about giving this film to Fox Searchlight Pictures for distribution!"

Ryan shook his head and said: "As far as I know, Fox Searchlight Pictures has not released any films, and they haven't even been officially listed."

"Besides, Helen has already discussed with the 20th Century Fox distribution department."

These are facts, and Nancy Utley has no way to argue.

But she won't just give up, if "Saw" is just a benefit to 20th Century Fox's distribution arm.

So for Fox Searchlight Pictures, which has not yet officially listed for business, it is completely a beginning, completely opening up the situation in Hollywood, and even being able to list for business in advance, not just for profit.

"Twentieth Century Fox's distribution department will not agree to sign a distribution agreement, while Fox Searchlight Pictures can sign a very favorable distribution agreement, and the distribution fee will never exceed 25 percent."

"As for Twentieth Century Fox, you don't have to worry about it. Fox Searchlight Pictures was promoted by Mr. Tom Rothman himself, and you can use Twentieth Century Fox's distribution channels."

Nancy Utley is very frank, it is true that Fox Searchlight Pictures has not yet listed, and has not released any films.

But Twentieth Century Fox, as the parent company, has this capability channel and has the support of the new CEO Tom Rothman.

In fact, she didn't say anything else. Tom Rothman, who just took office, wanted to make some achievements immediately to deal with the objections from the board of directors.

"Even, we can strive to have the film released at the end of the summer vacation."

"If you agree, I can call Mr. Tom Rothman right now and get his support"

It is already May, and the summer schedule is already full, even if it is the end of the summer schedule.

However, the film scheduling plan of theater companies is not static. Almost every theater company will reserve some screens to deal with outstanding situations, and they can squeeze out some for "Chain Saw". UU reading www.uukanshu.com

Dividend distribution!

No more than 25% of the distribution fee will be commissioned!

The favorable conditions are unbelievable.

The only concern is that Fox Searchlight is now a shell company that has not released a single film.

Ryan couldn't help but looked at Helen, saw her nodding slightly, and finally agreed.

"It's hard for me to refuse such a condition."

"However, we need to discuss the details with my agent, Helen."

Dividing a film into a distribution agreement is not as simple as buying out the copyright directly. There are many aspects that need to be paid attention to.

For example, labor costs, site costs, transportation costs, insurance costs, etc., need to be negotiated one by one.

And the most important point is whether the cost of publicity is included in the distribution fee or not.

This is also a key.

Hearing this, Nancy Utley couldn't help but heaved a sigh of relief, and said, "Wait a minute, I need to make a call to Mr. Tom Rothman."

After finishing speaking, she immediately stood up and walked outside, looking a little hurried.

About five or six minutes later, Nancy Utley came back with a smile on her face and said, "Director Ryan is happy to work with you."

"Mr. Tom Rothman has agreed, and he will personally persuade other senior executives of 20th Century Fox to facilitate this cooperation."

Without the channel support of 20th Century Fox, with the current capabilities of Fox Searchlight Pictures, there is no way to release a film.

"Happy cooperation." Ryan also felt relieved.

With the backing of 20th Century Fox CEO Tom Rothman, Fox Searchlight Pictures is absolutely capable of releasing a horror film.