Chapter 1165: If You Can Help, You Must Help More

"Miss Cotillard, is there something wrong with Public Enemy?"

"yes."

"what happened?"

"The filming has already been finished, but the funds for the later stage have been broken, and there is still a shortfall of 30 million US dollars. Relativity Media will not give money."

"Huh?" Zhou Buqi raised his eyebrows, a little surprised, "Breached the contract?"

Marion Cotillard sighed, "It's not a breach of contract, it's complicated, because... this is a crime drama movie, and it's about the birth of the CIA."

Zhou Buqi smiled, "That must be a wonderful story."

Marion Cotillard nodded lightly, "I'm sure this will be a good movie, but there are some problems in the script, which led to irreconcilable conflicts between Universal and Relativity Media."

"Specifically?"

"In the beginning, the film was planned to be rated pg13, which is relatively popular. During the shooting process, I found that this is a very heavy story. Many action and crime scenes must be presented faithfully. This kind of rating is not enough. Gotta get an R rating."

"That's it!"

This time, Zhou Buqi understood.

The PG-13 rating refers to the rating for children. Children under the age of 13 need to watch it under the guidance of their parents. There may be content such as violence, nudity, sexiness, and foul language that are not serious.

Although the G-level is not for all age groups, the PG-13 level is also part of the family carnival, and the family can take their children to the theater to watch movies together.

Most Marvel movies are rated PG-13.

If you have a family carnival, there will be more box office.

An R rating is not recommended for those under 17 years of age. It is equivalent to the producer taking the initiative to cut off part of the box office. It is impossible for a movie to be rated R and sell globally.

After all, Universal Pictures is a film company, dominated by filmmakers, willing to sacrifice part of the box office for the quality of the film. They have put a lot of hard work and sweat into the big project of "Public Enemy", and they definitely don't want an excellent film to be castrated because of the rating.

Relativity Media is essentially Wall Street's invasion of Hollywood. How can there be any movie feelings at all? Making movies is an investment, just to make money!

This creates a contradiction.

Marion Cotillard sat comfortably on the sofa, crossed her legs, and said charmingly, "Mr. Zhou, may I have a cigarette?"

Zhou Buqi was stunned for a moment, and quickly stretched out his hand, "Of course, you can do whatever you want."

"Thank you." Marion pursed her lips, glanced at him with her dark green eyes, and slightly hooked her flaming red lips, "Mr. Zhou, would you like one?"

Zhou Buqi waved his hand, "Quit."

"Ah?" Marion Cotillard was slightly stunned, her expression became complicated, and she politely put back the lady's cigarette that she had smoked, "Mr. Zhou is indeed a big shot."

Zhou Buqi has already noticed that the other party is deliberately releasing the femininity on his body, and the French style emerges spontaneously. He smiled, "Miss Cotillard, let's talk about movies first."

"Oh, okay." Marion Cotillard sighed softly, "At the beginning, the agreement was pg13, but now it has been rated R, and Relativity Media is very dissatisfied. Universal and the production team are relatively passive. So we We all hope that Jieyu Media can replace Relativity Media."

"What will happen if I don't agree?"

"Relativity Media meant to cut the budget. It was supposed to be $30 million, and they intentionally cut it down to $1,200."

"Um."

Zhou Buqi understands that if a movie is rated R, box office expectations will inevitably decrease, and the investment budget will decrease accordingly, which is also logical.

But the main creator was not reconciled, Marion Cotillard sighed and said: ""Public Enemy" is the first real big production I came to Hollywood to shoot, and I hope to do the best. The film has already been filmed, If the post-production cost is cut, the quality of the final presentation must be substandard.”

Zhou Buqi said with a smile: "Don't put so much pressure on you. I don't think the leading actors are Depp and Bell? They are the ones who carry the box office."

Marion Cotillard bit her lip, "This is very important to me."

The big stars in Hollywood are generally from English-speaking countries. All kinds of big French actors are very famous in Europe, but they are not popular in Hollywood at all. She is French, her Hollywood road will be full of hardships, and she is trying to take advantage of this year's Oscars.

She is wearing a pink long-sleeved off-the-shoulder top today, revealing a large white neck, collarbone and deep chest groove. The waist is very narrow, exposing a small waist that is two fingers wide, sexy and not tacky. Below is a long white mermaid skirt.

The clothes are so-so, the key is to have temperament.

Zhou Buqi frowned, and said in a deep voice: "Miss Cotillard, to tell you the truth, I don't like the theme of "Public Enemy". R-rated movies are only one aspect. Now that the global economy is collapsing, next year's unemployment rate will increase. In this case, it is difficult for a heavy and realistic drama film like "Public Enemy" to gain market recognition. In contrast, comedies like "Meet Your Father-in-Law 3" are more popular. "

"Mr. Zhou, help me." Marion Cotillard took a deep breath, leaned forward slightly, and showed him her figure without hesitation. Well, she didn't wear a Bra.

"this……"

"Mr. Zhou, I can stay tonight."

"Wait a minute, I'll go find someone to discuss."

Zhou Buqi got up quickly and went to another room. He really didn't want to have any affair with the French woman who had a very unrestrained private life.

I went to the study and called Bewkes from Relativity Media. He said concisely: "Exchange items are fine, but I have one condition."

Bix was very excited, "Say it! As long as I can do it, I can do it! I have enough film resources in my hand, and I know enough Hollywood actresses..."

Zhou Buqi interrupted him, "You need to add a gift."

"Huh?" Bix was stunned for a moment, "Mr. Zhou, what do you mean?"

Zhou Buqi said lightly: "There's no need to go around in circles. I'm afraid "Public Enemy" won't be too successful at the box office. And there are so many big-name actors, the box office revenue may have been divided. The project's income is definitely not as good as "See You Father-in-law 3". I need a project to make up for it."

"What project?"

"The Agent Next Door, which is controlled by Lionsgate and starred by Cheng Long."

"Okay! It's a deal!"

Bewkes was very happy and agreed on the spot. The investment of the agent next door is only 30 million U.S. dollars, and the investment of Relativity Media is 10 million U.S. dollars.

In his calculation model, "Public Enemy" will lose at least 18 million U.S. dollars. Right now, as long as "Neighbor Agent" is sent with an investment of 10 million U.S. dollars, the loss-making contract of "Public Enemy" can be sent away, and it can be recovered A comedy with great market prospects, it is simply too profitable.

Zhou Buqi said decisively: "Then it's settled, we will sign the contract tomorrow!"

Xu Baihui was very happy by the side, and when he finished the call, she happily asked, "Boss Zhou, the deal is over?"

"Um."

"Did you really get "The Agent Next Door?"

"If you want to cooperate with Cheng Long so much, you have to help me get things done."

"Great! After Cheng Long is settled, Jieyu Media will go to Hong Kong and Taiwan to develop business, and it will be smooth all the way." Xu Baihui was very happy, and glanced at him with a half-smile, "Boss Zhou, you handled this matter beautifully." , I reward you."

"Reward for what?"

"Isn't that foreign girl outside waiting for you, you go. I'll help you keep it a secret! Well, I approve it!"

"You approve a fart?"

Zhou Buqi snorted.

Xu Baihui was very strange and didn't quite believe it, "You're not interested? The new French rose, Oscar queen, don't you want to try it?"

Zhou Buqi said angrily, "Who do you take me for?"

Xu Baihui looked at him deeply, "It seems that I really misunderstood."

Not to mention Xu Baihui misunderstood, even Marion Cotillard misunderstood.

She thought she would definitely stay here tonight.

Men are all the same.

She is still confident in her charm, and now she has the halo of an Oscar queen, which is another kind of attraction for men. Unexpectedly, this Zhou Tuhao from Asia actually wanted to let him go?

Marion Cotillard was very surprised. She got up and was about to leave. When she reached the door, she looked back at him suspiciously, "Mr. Zhou, I... I can stay."

Zhou Buqi smiled, "Thank you, no need."

Marion Cotillard knew that the oriental people were more reserved, maybe Zhou Tuhao was more simple and honest, so he ignored what he meant, so he could only express it more bluntly, using the words with the letter F, "Mr. Zhou, you You can fuck me."

Zhou Buqi still maintained a humble and friendly attitude, "Miss Cotillard, I am very grateful for your kindness, but there is really no need. I don't make movies to make money. I am willing to support such excellent movie projects as "Public Enemy" .”

The French beauty was a little more moved.

After seeing off the guest, Xu Baihui blinked and looked him up and down, "Boss Zhou, have you changed your gender?"

"What?"

"No, I mean how did your personality change? It's not sex change."

"snort!"

"If you left it in the past, you wouldn't let this opportunity go." Xu Baihui curled her lips, and she had already seen through Boss Zhou, "Where's the big horse!"

Zhou Buqi didn't take it seriously, "What's so good about Dayang horses?"

Xu Baihui rolled her eyes, "You haven't tried it, how do you know?"

"Huh?" Zhou Buqi seemed to have discovered the truth, deeply convinced, and said with great emotion and seriousness: "Yes, practice is the only criterion for testing facts! Baihui, you are right! I didn't even try." I tried it, how can I jump to conclusions? This is too unobjective, it is unacceptable idealism! Well, you are right to criticize!"

"ah?"

Xu Baihui was stunned, what's the mess?

Zhou Buqi said sternly: "True knowledge comes from practice. You can only know if a Dayan horse is good or not after testing it. Mu'er, come here!"

"exist."

Feng Muer was in the small bar next door, drinking red wine and chatting with Sun Guanran, and ran over quickly when she heard the call.

Zhou Buqi said: "In the business card I gave you that night, there was a person named Kristen Stewart, right?"

Feng Muer nodded, "It seems to be there, I'll look for it."

Zhou Buqi waved his hand, "There must be. She dragged me to the bedroom on the second floor that night, but I refused. Looking at it now, I am still young. How can I see a rainbow without going through wind and rain? How can we have objective cognition through practice tests? Without enough experience, how can we have profound social insight? Baihui, you are right in your criticism, I have learned a lesson, and I will not be like this in the future!"

Xu Baihui was very frantic and broke down.

Depend on!

Now it's time to take the blame!

What a bastard this week!

Zhou Buqi has a sense of mission to carry a heavy burden on his shoulders, "Well, find out the business card and let her come over. I have taken all three "Twilight" series from Relativity Media Yes, it's a relief for her. Just like that scumbag, Bix, Miss Stewart doesn't know what would have happened without me. I've come to Hollywood, and I have to help if I can. Alas , always give as much rain and dew as possible to benefit the people."

Xu Baihui felt that she was going crazy.

Return the people?

Wannv!

Feng Muer found the business card and handed it over.

Zhou Buqi personally called Kristen Stewart and said in a cryptic manner, "Miss Stewart, I am Zhou Buqi. Well, we met that night. We all know the project schedule of "Twilight" Right? Well, it's all according to your request. Are you free now? Come to my hotel for a drink?"

The other party was silent for more than ten seconds before uttering a word: "OK."