Chapter 1,410 It’s not me who carries the thunder anyway
[The sunset is long and the dusk is long, and the soft gauze protects the window. The boudoir is dyed with red candles, and I lie alone on the carved bed. Cherish the story by leaning on the pillow, and shed a few tears in my spare time. Every time I recall the past, my lovesickness lasts forever - Yihong Kuailu]
There is basically nothing to say about props. For example, the book markings of the German heads of state are actually prohibited in the United States. Unless they are for historical research exhibitions or the like, these things are generally not allowed to be sold and displayed publicly.
But if you are talking about filming a movie, it can be used publicly after applying for registration.
For example, movies such as the Normandy Invasion, Schindler's List, etc. will naturally have some symbols or images of the German head of state, because this is a movie, so it is allowed.
Therefore, whether Bididi Auto can appear publicly in the United States depends on how you operate it.
Of course, whether it is Global or Huihuang.com, there is no problem in operating this matter.
In short, in the end, the press conference was very satisfactory and ended successfully. As a producer, Alexander will naturally appear. If he does not appear, it means that there is a gap between Universal and the crew at this time, but Alexander's performance was lacking. He is very good, but he just sits on the sidelines and only answers a question in a few words when a reporter takes the initiative to ask a question.
In short, there are three sentences. One is that Universal is very optimistic about Fast and Furious. Although some reporters said that Universal’s investment is relatively small, at this time Alexander said that Universal will focus on Fast and Furious in theaters, so it is not interested in Fast and Furious. Said it wasn't taken seriously enough.
As for how much Universal invested, although almost everyone in the entertainment industry knows this, Alexander said that he could not say the specific number because it was a commercial secret, but it was definitely not the five million rumored by the outside world. Universal It’s not just about investing five million.
Alexander was indeed not lying about this matter. Universal initially invested five million, but in the end, when Ye Ming invited Jackson and Schwarzenegger over, Universal proactively added an additional Millions of dollars.
Yes, six million US dollars, but Universal will occupy one-third of the box office share. There is no way around this, because Universal is responsible for distribution. Neither Ye Ming nor Madoff has a distribution channel, at least Ye Ming There are no distribution channels in the United States.
And Ye Ming also accounts for one-third of the box office revenue, because Ye Ming has his own investment, and Ye Ming also adds his own salary as an investment.
Moreover, the brilliant website is responsible for all-round publicity of Speed and Passion, which are all included in the investment.
Therefore, at this time, he accounts for one-third of the box office revenue of this movie, which is no problem.
Although Madoff said that he took relatively more money and was the one with the most among the three parties, he just invested the money in it, and then actually waited directly for such a thing. It’s just a matter of box office dividends.
Therefore, it is no big deal for him to own one-third of the box office revenue, and he will not be unwilling to do so. Of course, these are all based on the success of Fast and Furious at the box office. And Ye Ming finally got the rights to film the sequel. Just for this reason, it was very worthwhile for Ye Ming.
Although Universal and Madoff said they didn’t know why Ye Ming valued the rights to the sequel to The Fast and the Furious so much, Universal really was not optimistic about the sequel to The Fast and the Furious. Although in the end, because of the joining of Jackson and Schwarzenegger, Universal added An investment of one million, but that was only for the sake of the two superstars, which does not mean that they really liked this movie.
Madoff is basically an outsider in movies. Therefore, on this issue, no matter how it is, the copyright of this sequel belongs to Ye Ming.
This is actually why Ye Ming is relatively disadvantaged, but it is also a model that allows for such cooperation as Fast and Furious. You know, the one who contributes the most is Ye Ming, and the one who works the most and hardest is also Ye Ming. The most adventurous one is Ye Ming.
In fact, it is not that Ye Ming has no possibility of distribution. He has a good relationship with Soros and Murdoch. Therefore, if he must find a distribution channel, he can also find it in such a matter. Some.
But Hollywood has Hollywood rules, and there are some things that even Ye Ming can't break casually.
For example, regarding the issue of film distribution, it is possible for Ye Ming to find a way to distribute it, but the real distribution is actually in the hands of a few people in Hollywood. Generally speaking, people in the circle will bring in outside capital, but A release film that definitely won’t lure the wolf into the house.
If Ye Ming goes to Soros or Murdoch, it is indeed possible to release Fast and Furious on such an issue on time. This also means that Ye Ming is bad in such a situation. Got the rules.
Of course, if Ye Ming himself introduced capital and established a theater chain in the United States, then there would be no problem at this time. However, it is not that easy for a foreigner to establish a theater chain in the United States.
It may not be profitable in at least one or two years, or even two or three years. This is a long-term process, so Ye Ming cannot do it at least now.
As for whether we will buy ready-made movie theater chains in the United States like Lao Wang in the future, it is difficult to say.
The second point Alexander expressed was that he was very optimistic about the director and the crew. The third point was that he was quite satisfied with the cast of the film.
In short, no matter how the reporter made insinuations, Alexander basically repeated these three sentences over and over again.
This makes reporters very depressed. These reporters came here to dig up some big news, especially some secrets about the Fast and Furious crew and Universal Pictures. Even if they just complained about Alexander as a producer, then in At this time, reporters may describe Fast and Furious as Universal's worst movie. This is the wishful thinking of those reporters.
Not to mention that Alexander himself has no opinions on Fast and Furious. Even if he is living at this time, he himself has certain opinions on Fast and Furious. But in this case, he must express that he is very optimistic about Speed and Furious. Passion, I think Fast and Furious will definitely be a box office hit.
As a veteran fox in the entertainment industry, Alexander knows very well that now that he and the crew are comrades on the same front, he will naturally not dismantle the Fast and Furious show.
Therefore, in fact, the reporters really couldn't find out anything about such a good question. In such an atmosphere, the press conference ended.
The guests and hosts had a great time, and at the end, the red envelopes given to everyone by the crew of The Fast and the Furious were quite generous.
Don't think that American journalists don't accept red envelopes. In fact, 90% of American reporters receive red envelopes, and the remaining 10% are trainee reporters who have no chance to receive red envelopes.
Anyway, basically every media has regulations not to collect red envelopes or they will be dealt with seriously. However, these red envelopes are usually given in the form of travel expenses, and you have to tip when you go to the hotel. Therefore, if reporters are reimbursed for travel expenses, what will happen? As for the above question, this is a normal thing.
The reporter received the red envelope and naturally said that he would take more care of the Fast and Furious crew when writing press articles.
At this time, the leading actors Vin Diesel, Michelle and Jordana stood aside first. After the reporters left, it was Ye Ming who entertained Jackson and Schwarzenegger. These two people have a special status in the crew. It can be said that if it were not for Ye Ming's invitation, then at this time, these two superstars would not have participated in the filming of Fast and Furious.
The total investment is 50 million. Is it worth Schwarzenegger's visit?
Schwarzenegger easily made 25 million US dollars in Batman and Mr. Freeze, which took more than 10 to 20 days of filming. This is the treatment of a true superstar.
With one vote, you can basically cover your food and drink expenses for several years. Of course, this is only a person with the status of a top superstar in the entertainment industry.
And Jackson owns the world's largest-selling album and the copyright to Elvis Presley's songs, which are not short of money. In addition, the cooperation with Ye Ming's brilliant website also made Jackson a lot of money. Therefore, in such a matter, the two are actually not short of money now.
They came to participate in Fast and Furious. In fact, from these aspects, they came because they were attracted to Ye Ming. As for how much money the crew of Fast and Furious will give these two, it is difficult to say. Anyway, it is a friendly performance, not to mention a little I don’t mean it, but it usually has nothing to do with money.
Sometimes if you treat someone to a meal or something, it's over.
Of course, this is a favor. If you use it, you will have to pay it back later. There is an old saying in Huaixia: It is easy to borrow and return, and it is not difficult to borrow again. If you don't want to repay the favor and the master wants to owe the favor, then in the future the comprehensive room will have a result of being able to get more help and being unfaithful.
Therefore, on such an issue, of course it was Ye Ming who came to entertain these two people. Jackson originally preferred talking to strangers and went back early.
In fact, both Ye Ming and Schwarzenegger know what kind of temper Jackson is, so they are not very optimistic about this guy's aloof behavior, but they both said nothing. .
On the other hand, Schwarzenegger said before leaving: "Ye Ming, looking at your attitude towards the Fast and Furious movie, it seems that it is not just about making money.
But the whole of Hollywood is not very optimistic about this road movie. It’s not that there are no scenic spots in the United States. Even if it is a road movie, this relatively unconventional subject is like Thelma and Louise. A representative work of.
But if you ask me, in fact, any type of movie has a certain cycle, with ups and downs. Anyway, it’s hard to say.
However, the road movie that Universal shot some time ago almost didn't work and Universal suffered a loss. This is really not a good choice depending on the road movie. "
Although it is said that Schwarzenegger agreed to make a cameo in Fast and Furious, at this time, it does not mean that he is definitely optimistic about this movie.
Therefore, after seizing the opportunity during the installation, Wasinger was very happy to chat with Ye Ming about the Hollywood movie cycle.
When Ye Ming arrived, he said with a smile: "We have an old saying in China, people have joys and sorrows, and the moon waxes and wanes.
Therefore, the cycle of movies has ebbs and flows, and there will always be a day when the waves are huge. Opportunities always have to be created. If we are waiting for the peak of road movies before shooting, then once the Hollywood movie machine is started, how much meat do you think we can eat?
I'm afraid that when the time comes, even if I drink soup, I may not be able to drink it. Now it is better to shrink than to create opportunities ourselves. In this case, the first person to eat crabs can always gain a lot. "
Of course, the greater the risk, the greater the benefit at a time like this.
Therefore, on such a question, Schwarzenegger really appreciated what Ye Ming said.
He laughed and said: "The greater the risk, the greater the reward. This is true. The first person to eat crabs sometimes has a very big reward, but no matter what it is, in In a matter like this, if you eat a crab and get caught by a crab, this kind of thing does not mean that it has never happened. The greater the risk, in fact, it is not only the greater the harvest, but also the chance of failure. Very big.”
This is also a fact, because the risk of failure in any dangerous thing is actually very high. The question is whether you have the courage to take the risk.
Of course Ye Ming will not say that I know that Fast and Furious is the most profitable game, so I will not lose money at this time.
If you say that Ye Ming hates him like this, then Schwarzenegger will immediately despise Ye Ming. You are not the Terminator, why do you know so clearly.
Ye Ming was very calm at this time, but he said with a cynical look on his face: "As for this matter, I actually don't mind it very much. Losing money? In fact, any investment will have losses, so , with such a problem, our movie may naturally suffer losses.
But anyway, I am not the only one who invests. Universal, Madoff, and I are investors from three aspects. Therefore, in a period like this, if it fails, the person who will bear the thunder in the end will It's definitely not me. ” (To be continued)
