Chapter 48: Make money, make money, make money!

The distribution agreement has been signed, and many terms are much harsher than those of "Star Wars", but for an independent film with an original script, it's already pretty good.

Many B-level films and low-budget films were bought out by big film companies all at once.

In any case, Dunn kept the copyright of the film.

However, there was no smile on Tang En's face. The distribution agreement was signed, but he could not start the distribution work immediately. He still had to wait for the news from "Blade Runner".

Judging from the current information, such violent movies as "Blade Runner" will definitely be released in the summer.

In order to avoid Steven Spielberg's war blockbuster "Saving Private Ryan", New Line Cinema must avoid July when adjusting its schedule.

In this way, the schedule for "Blade Warrior" will only be left in May and August (it will be cut off in June).

Because Brian Lord caused a lot of trouble for the filming process of "Blade Runner", the film has just entered post-production, and the May schedule will definitely not catch up.

To sum up, "Blade Runner" will definitely be released in late August or mid-August after "Saving Private Ryan" gets too hot!

So Fox Pictures doesn't need to engage in any conspiracy, just play the conspiracy and announce it directly to the society, Dunn Walker's new film, "My Grand Greek Wedding" starring Nicole Kidman, It will be released in the summer of August 20th!

Cooperate with "Saving Private Ryan" to have a front and back attack to completely destroy the living space of "Blade Warrior".

only…

There is still more than half a year, how does Tang En Pictures live?

Seeing Dunn's sad face, Brian Lord asked in confusion, "What's the matter? Are you not satisfied with the distribution agreement? In fact, it's already very good, and more importantly, we got a promise from Bill, waiting for you to complete the acquisition of Marvel Entertainment. , after the release of superhero movies, it will be much more convenient.”

Dunn shook his head and pondered for a while, "Brian, what big projects are in the pipeline recently?"

Brian gave him a surprised look, "The last movie just finished the later stages, so I can't be idle again?"

Tang En blushed a little, and coughed lightly, "Yes, I'm still young. Only by working hard and struggling can I succeed."

Brian Lord's face turned straight and he said with admiration, "Dan, a talented and hard-working person like you will surely succeed. I have this hunch."

"Then, is there any project with a lot of investment recently?"

Brian Lord laughed: "There will always be big projects, but now the whole of America is focusing on a super project."

"what?"

"Star Wars!"

Dunn's eyes froze, and he murmured, "Yes, the threat of the Ghost Man of Star Wars."

Brian Lord was taken aback for a moment, "The project is still under preparation, and the details have not been released yet. How... how do you know the name of the movie?"

Tang En hurriedly said, "Brian, I'm interested in this project, I want to be a director!"

Brian Lord shook his head, "If George Lucas was just about to restart the series two years ago, it would still be possible. Now that he has been preparing for the directorship for two years, it is impossible to let him go."

"Is it impossible?" The corners of Dunn's mouth curled slightly, "Brian, go try it out, maybe... Are there any surprises?"

…

"What? He's eating inside and out!" Tom Rothman was furious in the office after listening to the assistant's words, and threw a crystal clear glass.

For an independent film with an investment of 15 million US dollars, Fox Pictures only takes 15% of the box office distribution commission. It is a joke and a shame!

The pressure and trouble that "Titanic" brought him finally broke out at this moment, because he finally had a suitable excuse.

"No, this matter can't be done like this, I want to mention the board of directors, and I want to give advice to the group headquarters!" Tom Rothman finally seized a tiny opportunity, and he wanted to let Bill McNick touch it anyway. Grey nose.

Since the success of "Titanic", Bill McNick's voice in the company has greatly increased, and he already has the posture of being unequivocal. As a president, he has completely become a decoration.

When it's time to make a move, make sure to make a move!

…

Dunn returned to the company and was reading Stephen King's fantasy novel "The Dark Tower". He didn't understand why a novel he had never heard of was so famous.

At this stage in 1998, "A Song of Ice and Fire" and "Harry Potter" were all scum in front of "The Dark Tower"!

The phone rang, and the other party was Brian Lord, who was very efficient at work.

"Dawn, I have already understood, George Lucas has been preparing for two whole years, and even in order to shoot this movie, to maintain enough physical strength, he has to exercise every day, so... If you want to learn to observe, I can help."

Dunn thought for a while, "George and I also have some friendship, so let's call him, maybe... can he change his mind?"

Brian Lord didn't believe it at all, thinking that it was the stubbornness of the young man, and he couldn't force it. "Okay, then you can do whatever you want, but when you talk to George Lucas, you'd better be respectful."

Dunn laughed, "I see!"

Hanging up the phone, Dunn got up and locked the office door, then put on his magic sunglasses.

Open the novice spree and activate the only remaining skill - stealing the contract.

Searching for "George Lucas", hundreds of contracts have been signed or initialed.

Dunn's eyes were almost exhausted. After searching for more than half an hour, he finally found a preliminary contract for "Star Wars: Episode 1: The Menace of Ghost Man".

Opening it up, Tang En's eyes were straight!

Good guy, this George Lucas is really thick and black!

Production cost: $5 million in base remuneration, plus 5% of the global box office bonus.

Director's Fee: $15 million base salary, plus 15% of the global box office bonus.

Lucasfilm is George Lucas's private company, but the investment in this film is too large, and the strength of Lucasfilm is not enough to bear all the risks. Most of the investment comes from Fox Films.

It is equivalent to two companies working together to shoot, produced by Lucasfilm and distributed by Fox. So George Lucas certainly won't treat himself badly in terms of pay.

It's just that the salary...is too high, right?

Dunn is a little funny, this George Lucas is really kind to himself.

15 million US dollars + 15% global box office dividends, such a director's remuneration, throughout Hollywood, is also eligible for Steven Spielberg.

did not expect…

Now it's cheaper than Dunn!

Dunn couldn't help laughing, tears were about to fall, and he didn't know if it was shame or moved. He erased the name of "George Lucas", and then wrote "Dawn Walker" generously. ".

The contract is finalized!

Half an hour later, the office phone rang again.

"Hey, little Dunn, it's me, George."

With the iconic southern accent, Dunn knew it was George Lucas as soon as he heard it. He suppressed a smile and said, "Hello, George, what's the matter?"

Lucas pondered: "Dawn, I heard... Do you want to shoot Star Wars?"

Dunn smiled wholeheartedly, "Of course! "Star Wars" is everyone's dream, and it is my dream to direct such a legendary movie."

Lucas sighed and paused for a long time, "Hey, you know, I'm old, and I have some problems with my body over the years. I'm afraid I can't bear to shoot a movie with such a heavy workload."

Tang En almost burst out laughing, "Really? George, then you must pay more attention to exercise. I'm not saying you are too fat..."

"Enough!" Lucas' face darkened, "Dawn, can you take over the director's position?"

"Of course!" Dunn replied neatly, "but you also know that after all, I have directed such a successful movie as "Titanic", and the remuneration... won't be too low."

"Okay, take time, let's meet Brian to talk."

Lucas shook his head. He had long known that Dunn was a tough boy.

…

"What? How is this possible?"

Brian Lord's eyes were full of little stars, thinking that something was wrong with his ears.

George Lucas asked Dunn Walker to direct the rebooted 'Star Wars'? Didn't he explicitly say no? Could it be... Could it be that Dunn persuaded George?

Brian has long seen that this kid Dunn Walker is definitely not in the pool, but he is too unexpected, right?

Even one of his dignified negotiators couldn't do anything about George Lucas. How did Dunn persuade him?

Brian Lord felt his whole outlook on life collapsed.

But even more devastation is yet to come.

Dunn Walker unwittingly offered a sky-high salary—a base salary of $15 million, plus a 15% global box office dividend!

"Does he really think of himself as Spielberg?" Brian Lord thought subconsciously.

However, George Lucas's words made him short of breath and almost suffocated.

"This request is very reasonable!"

Hearing Lucas' decisive response, Brian Lord swallowed hard. He has been in the business for more than 30 years. As an agent, he felt powerless for the first time.

Aspiring, not at a young age!