Heads Up Hollywood

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 is already very good.

Many B-grade movies and low-budget movies are bought out by big film companies all at once.

In any case, Tang En kept the copyright of the film.

However, Tang En didn't see a smile on his face. After signing the publishing agreement, he couldn't start the publishing work right away. He had to wait for news from "Blade Warrior".

Judging from the current information, violent movies like "Blade Warrior" must be released in the summer.

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

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

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

To sum up, "Blade Warrior" will definitely be released at the end of August or mid-August after "Saving Private Ryan" gets too hot!

Therefore, there is no need for Fox Films to engage in any conspiracies and schemes, just play the conspiracy and directly announce to the public that Dunn Walker's new film, "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" starring Nicole Kidman, It will be released in summer on August 20th!

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

only……

With more than half a year left, how will Twain Pictures live?

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

Tang En shook his head and pondered for a while, "Bryan, what big projects are you planning recently?"

Brian gave him a surprised look, "The last movie just finished the final stage, so you can't be idle anymore?"

Tang En blushed a little, coughed lightly and said, "Yeah, I'm still young, and I have to work hard and fight hard to succeed."

Brian Lord straightened his face and said appreciatively, "Tang En, a talented and hardworking person like you will definitely succeed. I have this hunch."

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

Brian Lord laughed: "There are never fewer big projects, but now the whole of the United States is paying attention to a super project."

"what?"

"Star Wars!"

Tang En's eyes were blank, and he murmured, "Yes, the threat of the ghost man from Star Wars."

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

Tang En quickly shouted, "Brian, I'm interested in this project, and I want to be the director!"

Brian Lord shook his head, "If George Lucas was just about to restart the series two years ago, it would have been possible. Now he has been preparing for the position of director for two years, and it is impossible to let him out."

"Is it impossible?" Tang En's mouth curled up slightly, "Bryan, go try it, maybe... there will be surprises?"

...

"What? He's eating inside and out!" Tom Rothman was furious in the office after hearing the assistant's words, and ruthlessly dropped a crystal clear crystal cup.

It is a joke and a disgrace that Fox Pictures only takes 15% of the box office distribution for an independent film with an investment of 15 million US dollars!

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

"No, this matter can't be settled like this. I want to mention the board of directors, and I want to make an opinion to the group headquarters!" Tom Rothman finally seized a tiny chance, and he wanted to let Bill McNick touch it anyway. Nose gray.

Since the success of "Titanic", Bill McNick's right to speak in the company has increased significantly, and he has already established a posture of saying nothing. He, the president, has completely become a decoration.

When it's time to make a move, you must make a move!

...

Tang En 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 had such a great reputation.

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 it was Brian Lord, who was very productive.

"Twain, I have already learned that George Lucas has been preparing for two full years, and even in order to shoot this movie, he maintains enough physical strength. He has to exercise every day, so... If you want to learn and observe , I can help."

Tang En thought for a while, "I also have some friendship with George, how about this, I'll give him a call, maybe...he can change his mind?"

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

Tang En laughed, "I know!"

After hanging up the phone, Tang En got up and locked the office door, then put on his magical sunglasses.

Open the novice gift pack, and activate the only remaining skill - Stealing Contracts.

Search for "George Lucas" and hundreds of signed or initialed contracts pop up.

Tang En's eyes were almost blurred. After searching for more than half an hour, he finally found an initial contract on "Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Man's Menace".

When he opened it, Tang En's eyes widened!

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

Production fee: $5 million base salary, plus 5% of global box office dividends.

Director's fee: 15 million US dollars of basic salary, and another 15% of the global box office dividend.

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

It is equivalent to a joint filming between the two companies, Lucasfilm produced it, and Fox Films distributed it. So George Lucas will certainly not treat himself badly in terms of pay.

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

Tang En was a little amused, this George Lucas was really kind to himself.

15 million US dollars + 15% global box office dividends, this kind of director's remuneration, looking at the entire Hollywood, only Steve Spielberg is eligible.

did not expect……

Now it's cheaper than Twain!

Tang En couldn't help laughing, tears were about to fall, he didn't know whether he was ashamed or touched, he erased the name of "George Lucas", and wrote "Dawn Walker" generously ".

The contract is finalized!

Half an hour later, the office phone rang again.

"Hey, little Tang En, it's me, George."

The iconic southern accent made Tang En know that it was George Lucas as soon as he heard it. He suppressed a smile and said, "Hello, George, what's the matter?"

Lucas pondered, "Twain, I heard...do you intend to film Star Wars?"

Tang En smiled all over, "Of course! "Star Wars" is everyone's dream. It is my dream to be able to direct such a legendary movie."

Lucas sighed and paused for a long time, "Hey, you know, I'm old, and I've had some physical problems over the years. I'm afraid it's too much 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 didn't say that you are too fat..."

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

"Of course!" Tang En replied crisply, "But you also know that after all, I have directed such a successful movie as "Titanic", and the salary...will not be too low."

"Okay, take some time, let's make an appointment with Brian to talk."

Lucas shook his head, he already knew that this kid Tang En was difficult to deal with.

...

"What? How is this possible?"

Brian Lord's eyes were full of stars, and he thought there was something wrong with his ears.

George Lucas taps Don Walker to direct Star Wars reboot? Didn't he expressly refuse? Could it be... Could it be that Tang En really moved George?

Brian had already seen that Dunn Walker was definitely not someone in the pool, but he was too unexpected, right?

Even an expert negotiator of his can't do anything about George Lucas, how can Dunn convince him?

Brian Lord felt like his entire outlook on life had collapsed.

But even more collapse is yet to come.

Dunn Walker unknowingly offered a sky-high salary - a base salary of 15 million US dollars, plus 15% of the global box office dividend!

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

However, what George Lucas said made him short of breath and almost suffocated.

"This request is very reasonable!"

Listening to Lucas' decisive response, Brian Lord swallowed hard. He has been in the industry for more than 30 years. As a broker, he felt weak for the first time.

Aspiring, not at the age!