Chapter 96 New Line Cinema
In the early morning, Fan Binbin drove Zhang Chen to the airport radiantly.
In the end, Zhang Chen failed to withstand the temptation and was made a Buddhist monk by the vixen. His whole body felt empty and extremely tired.
In the waiting room, Zhang Chen told Diane his flight number. He would arrive in Los Angeles in twelve hours.
Fortunately, during these twelve hours, Zhang Chen slept all the way and finally had a rest.
Being young is good. No matter how much you have lost before, as long as you have a good sleep, you will make up for it immediately.
Zhang Chen feels like he is Ip Man now and can fight 10 times.
If Fan Xiaopang were next to him now, he would definitely smile disdainfully, and 10 more? It's hard for you to fight me alone.
After getting off the plane, I breathed in the free and fragrant air of America. Well, it wasn’t sweet at all...
As people flowed out, many people in the distance were holding signs to pick up the plane. Zhang Chen saw Diane next to the stroller at a glance.
Wave~
Di An also saw him.
“Boss, welcome to the United States again.”
Dian came up to hug Zhang Chen, and then Zhang Chen saw the woman holding a child behind her.
"Is this?"
"The new assistant I hired is sometimes too busy to take care of the baby, so I found someone to take care of the baby for me."
"Hoho, it seems you make a lot of money~"
“It’s not all thanks to the boss~”
Dian has a good understanding of Chinese culture and can even say such kind words.
"Boss, New Line has asked you several times. Pete is afraid that we will bypass them and cooperate with other companies, and often asks me about your situation in a circumstantial way, haha..."< br>
Diane seemed very satisfied. In the previous contacts between the two parties, her side had always been in a weak position. Now that the offense and defense were in different positions, how could she not be excited?
"The word insinuation is a good word." Zhang Chen was also infected by the other party.
“Haha, I feel like we are very strong now.”
Dian is very satisfied now. She has not worked for Zhang Chen for a long time, but she has already received her first substantial sum of money. income.
If the next cooperation with New Line can be successfully completed, her commission will still be large.
She was full of affection for this Chinese boss who could bring her Franklin.
“We need to find a professional lawyer this time, and we have to be careful about their digging holes in the contract.”
Diane is very familiar with Hollywood.
“I know that several law firms have rich experience in this area. I will make a list for you when the time comes.”
“Don’t rush this yet. We haven’t discussed it yet. We will see the final outcome of the negotiation. What’s the result?”
"OK."
A group of people got into the car. Because there were children and safety seats, the car seemed a little crowded.
"Sorry, Boss, I'm still breastfeeding, so I have to take the baby with me wherever I go. It will be fine after this period of time."
Zhang Chen nodded: "It's okay. , as long as it doesn’t affect your work.”
In fact, Diane has done a very good job. Taking care of children is very tiring, but it is very difficult for someone who can take care of children and work energetically every day like Diane. few.
"Oh, by the way, this is a small gift for you."
Zhang Chen took out a box of moon cakes. The Mid-Autumn Festival is happening in China, and these are sold everywhere recently.
He was hungry while waiting for the flight, so he bought it to satisfy his hunger. At that time, he suddenly wanted to bring some to Diane to try, but he was afraid that it would not pass the test.
Later I found out that the airport allowed it, so I brought it over directly.
"What is this? Oh, MoonCake, I know, Bruce took me to eat it..."
Zhang Chen was a little surprised at first, but then he remembered that his ex-boyfriend was from China.
“But I’m sorry Boss, I’m afraid I can’t accept your kindness.”
“Why?”
“I am allergic to this thing, to be precise, I am allergic to this thing. I am allergic to melon seeds. This is a five-kernel product, which contains melon seeds.”
This time Zhang Chen was dumbfounded. There are people who are allergic to melon seeds.
After Diane’s popular science, I found out that foreigners are allergic to many things.
Peanut allergy, milk allergy, seafood allergy, grain allergy, soy allergy, metal allergy, rubber allergy, pollen allergy, alcohol allergy, cat allergy, dog allergy...
Various of allergies.
“We also envy you Asians for your physique. You don’t seem to be allergic to anything. My ex-boyfriend was once sick and went to the hospital for treatment. The nurse tested him before taking the medicine. At that time, the whole Everyone in the hospital was shocked, because in all 23 tests, he was not allergic, which is impossible in the United States."
Zhang Chen was even more shocked, "Then how did you grow to be so big?"
"Okay, I think we'd better change the topic." Diane thought Zhang Chen was in Versailles.
"OK, then take this." Zhang Chen handed the other party another briefcase.
“What is this?”
“A new script, I wrote it while I was bored while waiting for the flight.”
“Really, you are a genius, I can Take a look? ”
"Of course."
The script is only tens of thousands of words and is in Chinese, but Diane can actually understand it.
Ten minutes later, Diane read the script and her eyes became incredulous: "Boss, I have to take back what I just said." "What?"
" You are not only a genius, but also a genius who can make money. Believe me, this script will definitely sell for a high price.”
"Okay, if you continue talking, I will think you are flattering."
"Haha, you don't seem to like being flattered, well, you Asians are like this, well, Korea Except."
Hearing Diane complain about South Korea, Zhang Chen also laughed out loud.
"You don't seem to have a good impression of them?"
Diane curled her lips: "Indeed, they always like to yell and discriminate against women."
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Zhang Chen shrugged, stopped dwelling on the topic, and reminded: "Remember to file the script."
"Don't worry, I'm a professional. Boss, do you want to let New Line take a look at this script? They will definitely I will like this type."
"Don't wait until this cooperation is over." Zhang Chen is not ready to give the other party too many benefits at once. Try the cooperation once. If it is not pleasant, then do it next time. Make decisive substitutions.
"Have Lionsgate said when they plan to start filming "Orphan"?"
Di An thought for a moment, tilted his head and said: "I guess it won't be soon, they are now There are many projects in operation, such as "Saw" and "Fast and Furious", but they are not expected to start filming in the short term."
Zhang Chen was a little regretful. It seemed that his idea of borrowing Dongfeng was going to come to nothing.
“Other companies have contacted me, but they gave up after learning that two scripts were already intended. I listen to you, and the other two scripts have not been released yet.”
< br>Zhang Chen nodded: "Well, wait, wait until "Eden Lake" is released before releasing it. By then, whether it is cooperation or selling the script to them, the price will be higher."
Diane agreed. The initial quote for "Orphan" was only US$120,000, and the highest one was only US$220,000.
But after "Dark Invasion" became a hit in North America, she asked Lionsgate for 500,000 and immediately agreed.
"Actually, I think we can do it ourselves." Diane said suddenly.
Zhang Chen looked at her and found that the other party was also looking at him. This woman obviously had other ideas.
“Now is not the time. My current focus is on China. I don’t have any foundation here in North America. I will wait until a few movies are released and I gain some fame. If I want to set up a company here, I will I will give you priority.”
“Thank you, Boss, I will definitely satisfy you.”
Dian was very happy to learn about the boss’s idea. Who wouldn’t want to work part-time? If the company you work for develops and the company becomes strong, you will be promoted step by step.
The car arrived at a star-rated hotel, where Diane had prepared a residence for him.
After arranging Zhang Chen to stay in the hotel, she said: "Boss, should we go to New Line now or tomorrow? Or do you want to hang out nearby first? This place is very close to Hollywood, and the United States is basically The headquarters of all film companies are nearby.”
“Let’s make an appointment this afternoon. Let’s inform the people at New Line and we’ll go there in the afternoon.”
“Okay,” Diane appreciated. For such people, work comes first.
An hour later, the two entered the New Line headquarters building and were greeted by Pete at the door of the office.
"Hi, Zhang, finally see you again."
Pete came up to hug enthusiastically, but was blocked by Zhang Chen's outstretched hand, and in the end he could only shake hands.
“Let’s talk in the office.”
Let the two people into the office, Peter picked up a cigar from the desk: “The company attaches great importance to cooperation with you. An executive will come over to participate in the negotiation in person. By the way, do you want one?”
“I’ll forget it. I suggest you don’t smoke either. Our Ms. Diane is a mother. During lactation”
After Diane translated this sentence to Pete, she obviously saw the latter's expression awkward. Diane smiled at the corner of her mouth. She liked this kind of boss.
"Uh, sorry, I didn't notice~"
Di An has been to his office many times, and there has never been anything about breastfeeding or not, but this time Zhang Chen asked He felt the pressure.
Then the door of the office was pushed open, and a middle-aged man walked in, who should be the executive. Peter introduced the two of them.
"Let's talk about the "Eden Lake" project." The executive got straight to the point.
Zhang Chen didn't like to beat around the bush and shrugged: "Of course, I'm here just for this project."
"Then, Zhang, tell me your conditions."
" I invested in the script and director fees, accounting for 30% of the box office and all peripherals. In addition, I only have the copyright.” Those who reveal their trump card will first shout a high price and then slowly grind it out.
"No, NO, No, Zhang, your appetite is too big. This is Hollywood, and you are just a newcomer." Pete had a polite smile on his face.
"Besides, Zhang, this is not what we talked about before." Pete was more like proving his innocence than a reminder. He was afraid that the executives would think this was a mistake in his work.
Old God Zhang Chen was sitting on the sofa, "Are you new? You should know the first weekend box office of "Dark Invasion" better than I do. I have already proven my ability in the North American market."< br>
“But that’s a foreign language film~”
“Yes, foreign language films can get this box office, wouldn’t local ones be even higher?”
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Peter was choked and speechless by his beating.
Dian, who was in charge of translation, felt really relieved.
At this time, the executive finally spoke: "Mr. Zhang, you probably know in your heart that New Line will definitely not agree to this condition. Everyone, please stop wasting time and show your sincerity and talk about it. Bottom line. "
Hearing this, Zhang Chen knew that it was time for the bayonet to see red.
“I have stated my request, and I want to hear what New Line means first.”
The executive glanced at him and tapped his fingers on the table. Peter had told him before that the previous negotiations between the two parties were deadlocked at 20% of the box office and peripherals. Obviously, this was their main demand.
(End of this chapter)