Chapter 688: The Olive Branch of William Morris Company

Sister Fang Fang is naturally very familiar with this kind of thing. She said calmly: "This is of course very normal. In such a situation, you have the value of their investment, and that is William Mo Reese's Company is the oldest agency company in Hollywood. The combined history of several other agency companies is not as long as this one. They sign contracts with top artists from various countries, and they have Only influential stars are qualified to be valued by them. In the whole of Asia, the only star who can be valued by them and come to sign a contract is Cheng Long." Of course, it does not mean that the star in the entertainment industry in the Asia-Pacific region, that is, Cheng Long, is William Mo. Actors contracted by Reese's company, such as Ayumi Hamasaki in Heisei Sanhime, South Korea's Lee Jung-hyun and others are all artists signed by William Morris, but they were all signed by William Morris. They were really attracted by William Morris. Cheng Long was the only one who came to sign the contract with Reese Company.

At this time, we can see Cheng Long's status in William Morris Company. Ye Ming thought about it and unconsciously felt sad for the artists in the Asia-Pacific region. This is something that people have to admit. It is very difficult for artists from the Asia-Pacific region to get along in Hollywood. of.

The only real success is Cheng Long. Of course, Li Lianjie and Zhou Runfa are also relatively successful, but there is only one Cheng Long who has signed a B-level contract with William Morris.

Cheng Long's salary of 18 million is inseparable from William Morris. As for Li Lianjie and Zhou Runfa, they are not as good as Cheng Long.

This is true for these three superstars, not to mention other stars. Zhang Ziyi also later signed a contract with William Morris, but the contract she signed was a C-level contract, which was not taken seriously at all.

Ye Ming thought for a while and said: "Even if I have some achievements and can be approached by William Morris, but in such a situation, I think it is impossible for them to repay the contract?"

This is what Ye Ming is worried about. Although William Morris Company came to visit, it means that Ye Ming is qualified enough to sign a contract with William Morris Company. However, under such a situation, William Morris Company would not give Ye Ming a good contract.

Cheng Long is a star in one movie and his desperate action scenes have proven that he is qualified to sign a B-level contract, but Ye Ming definitely does not have the capital to do this.

The success of two movies only means that Ye Ming has the capital to become popular. Sister Fang Fang put forward her opinion very solemnly and said: "In fact, you should think about this matter carefully. If you want to enter Hollywood, then just talking about our brilliant film and television will definitely not work.

You have to find a big company that is familiar with Hollywood rules to sign a contract. And William Morris is the best choice. They can give you the best service, the best packaging and publicity. You need to be clear about this. Therefore, at this time, if you want to enter Hollywood more smoothly, it is best to focus on this company. "

As Ye Ming's current agent, Sister Fang Fang is very clear about the benefits of Ye Ming signing with William Morris at this time. She also knew that Ye Ming had such a stubborn temper. Sometimes, once Ye Ming became stubborn, it would be very dangerous.

Therefore, as an agent, Sister Fang Fang was very careful to remind Ye Ming to pay attention to this point. Under such a situation, Ye Ming did not stick to his own opinions. Why did the Chinese film market always fail to cheer up? In fact, it was because he did not have better management methods and did not have the motivation for large-scale productions. Zhang Yimou's Heroes is considered a big production.

But Hero’s investment was not even a fraction of Titanic’s.

Just talking about re-creating a large cruise ship that is 90% imitation of Titanic, this is not something that any domestic company can have the courage to do.

Therefore, Chinese films need to be reformed, but how to carry out the reform is not an easy task. Someone must take the lead.

Therefore, Ye Ming feels that if he can enter Hollywood, it will be very helpful to revitalize China's film market in the future. Therefore, he felt that if he wanted to enter Hollywood, it would be very necessary to learn those production methods.

Therefore, at this time, Ye Ming was also looking forward to entering Hollywood, and at this time, signing with William Morris Company was also a very competitive option.

He also understood Sister Fang Fang's advice, so he nodded and said, "Sister Fang Fang, don't worry, I know what I know."

At this moment, in a VIP box at the Shangri-La Hotel, an American with blue eyes and blond hair said hesitantly while drinking red wine: Cheng, you said, if Ye Ming comes, we should first talk about the family's personal differences. Or just talk about the contract directly? "

If Howard had his own way of thinking, then at a time like this, it would be more normal to discuss the contract directly without being too polite at all. However, Ye Ming is different. He is a person valued by the company. Therefore, only at this time will he come to discuss with Ye Ming.

At this time, Howard even said that he was afraid that he would not succeed, so he directly asked Cheng Long to accompany him as a lobbyist.

Talking directly or contacting the relationship first is a compromise. When it comes to the Asia-Pacific region, it means that you must abide by the rules of the Asia-Pacific region. Under such a situation, Howard seemed more hesitant.

Cheng Long said with a smile: "I have interacted with this guy Ye Ming. He is a very straightforward person. He is different from other Chinese stars. You still have to say whatever you want. But let me remind you, the sincerity you brought this time was not very high.

Ye Ming is no ordinary star. He is the Berlin Best Actor, a singer with best-selling albums, and he is the boss of Huihuang.com, a traditional Chinese medicine store. All these prove that he is not that simple an actor. Therefore, if you want to sign a contract when you hit the target, you must be sincere enough.

But you came to me on your deathbed, and you didn't tell me what level of contract Ye Ming signed. Now that I want to ask, this is somewhat of an afterthought. What kind of contract do you bring today? "

In fact, when Howard came to Cheng Long and asked him to help deal with Ye Ming, he did not say what level of the company the contract he brought was. However, at this time, Cheng Long was also very curious about what William Morris Company was bringing this time. What a contract looks like.

Howard thought about it. Although this was a secret in the company, he thought it wouldn't be a big deal if he talked to Cheng Long, an artist from his company, at this time.

Therefore, after Howard thought about it, he said cautiously: "Actually, you should be very clear about what kind of start you will have when you join our company, of course. Cheng, your starting point is relatively high, but your reputation It's big and has box office appeal. Therefore, at this time, if a newcomer wants to get in, he has to start directly from the D level, which is the lowest level.

Not all artists have contracts like yours. Even in Hollywood, there are actually not many stars who enjoy B-level contracts like yours, not to mention that stars who are not in Hollywood are not qualified to win B-level contracts. "

Cheng Long is at this level and is not qualified to reach the A level. It can be seen that most of the people who are qualified are members of the 20 million box office club. From Howard's point of view, it would be perfectly normal for Ye Ming to start from the fourth level D level.

At this moment, Cheng Long shook his head after hearing this and said: "I think it's better to forget about this matter. Under such a situation, the company is not willing to pay for the fourth-tier contract. Do you think this is the case?" Will Ye Ming agree to sign a contract with you? I think it’s impossible. Don’t blame me for not reminding you when the time comes.”

Howard seemed to be very determined and said: "This is the company's rule. I have no right to change it. If you want to change it, it must be agreed by the people above. If Ye Ming agrees, then everyone will be happy. If It means that Ye Ming doesn’t agree, then when the time comes, don’t blame me for not reminding you.”

Cheng Long knew quite well what kind of temper Ye Ming had. He was a one-minded person, and Howard, in fact, was also famous as a one-minded person in William Morris.

He had no intention of giving in on such a matter.

After arriving at the hotel, Ye Ming was surprised that Howard did not come alone. Ye Ming was also very familiar with the person who accompanied Howard. Cheng Long, the most influential star in Hollywood in the Asia-Pacific region, can be regarded as the most popular star after Bruce Lee. A successful one.

After Cheng Long saw Ye Ming, he said with a smile: "Congratulations, Ye Ming. The movie you starred in can be selected for the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. This in itself is something worth celebrating."

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while, and Cheng Long immediately took Ye Ming's hand and said, "Ye Ming, let me introduce you to Mr. Howard, the agent of William Morris Company. I am This time I was imprisoned and sent here temporarily.” (To be continued)