Huayu: When the director changed his major

Chapter 181: Speed ​​up the process of making money, record the three principles
"One hundred million!?"

Everyone present was stunned and looked at Cheng Xi's finger.

As if asking if he was joking.

Cheng Xi looked at the shocked expressions on everyone's faces, especially his agent Mu Guang who had been stern all the time.

I was also very surprised.

He did not think like others that Cheng Xi was bragging.

Because in his opinion it was totally unnecessary.

Cheng Xi took in everyone's expressions, then said lazily:
"What's wrong? Are you surprised by just one hundred million?"

Fan Binbin restrained his expression at this time and saw Mu Guang's expression, knowing that he believed it.

But a question mark arose in her mind, so she couldn't help asking:
"Can one hundred million make back the investment?"

Cheng Xi leaned back in his chair and said calmly:

"Sister Binbin, I think you're very ambitious, so I took out my good script and let you review it first."

"It seems that your courage is far inferior to Wu Meiniang's. Maybe I really need to consider changing the lead actor."

At this time, Mu Guang said:

"Director Cheng, now that you've brought it up, I think you've already thought about how to recoup your investment."

“Boss Mu is indeed a man of vision, but I never thought about making a profit.

"what?"

“It’s a question of how much you can earn.”

Mu Guang felt that he was sometimes overbearing in his actions.

I didn't expect that this young man was so confident.

Even if you make several times more money, the most expensive TV series sold in China currently only makes 50 to 60 million yuan.

There were also films with production costs exceeding 100 million yuan, but that was last year's "The New Three Kingdoms".

It has 95 episodes and costs 1.4 million yuan.

But that is a war epic, Romance of the Three Kingdoms!
Many big names gathered together, and there were various war scenes.

There were countless armors, horses, group scenes, and siege battles.

This cost about 140 million per episode.

Your Legend of Wu Mei Niang is just a palace drama centered around a woman.

Can it cost 120 million per episode?

I would believe you if you said you were laundering money, but I really want to see where you spend your money.

Fan Binbin flipped through the script in his hand again at this time, feeling as if it had become something rare.

Is this script of Wu Zetian really worth the price of the New Three Kingdoms?
Mu Guang and Fan Binbin discussed in a low voice for a moment, then replied:
"Director Cheng, this is a serious matter. How about our studio go back and reassess it and give you a response as soon as possible?"

"No problem, but I won't wait any longer."

"Sister Binbin, you know, a lot of people are watching this new script."

Fan Binbin nodded silently.

During this period, Cheng Xi also contacted Wanhe Tianyi without stopping.

When Yi Xiaoxing heard that Cheng Xi was finally going to start the third season of "Never Expected", he immediately perked up.

You should know that since "Report to the Boss", Wanhe Tianyi has not produced any influential short dramas.

Just when I was worrying about what to do next, Cheng Xi brought me a pillow.

"Brother Xing, this time it's not just the short play "Wan Wan", haven't you always wanted to make a big movie in Malaysia? I think the time is ripe."

In fact, it’s not that the time is ripe, but that Cheng Xi is short of money.

Of course, he didn't want the third season and the movie of "Wan Wan" to be as bad as the previous life.

The original version was because they were preparing for the movie "Wan Wan" at the time, in order to force the movie to become popular.

So the third season of "Wan Wan" was launched simultaneously.

This resulted in everyone's attention being focused on the movie, and the preparations for the script for the third season were all rushed.

As a result, the publicity effect not only failed to meet the expectations, but was instead met with widespread criticism.

In fact, let’s talk about the movie “Never Expected”.

The quality is actually acceptable, and there is nothing wrong with it being a brainless comedy.

But because of the team's high-profile promotion of the movie "Wan Wan" and everyone's high expectations for the movie "Wan Wan".

This resulted in negative reviews from the audience, and the Douban score plummeted right after the film opened.

So the box office revenue was expected to be 10 billion, but in the end it only received more than 3 million.

And like "The Pancake Man", it overdrew the public's favorability.

This makes everyone more cautious about the films invested by Wanhe Tianyi.

"This time, Wanhe Tianyi will still be the primary producer. I'll review the script and then continue to produce for you. Is that okay with you?"

"No problem, Producer Cheng. I've been wanting to work with you again for a long time."

Now Yi Xiaoxing still calls Cheng Xi "Producer Cheng" as before.

It also expresses a kind of intimacy and common comradeship.

After all, the two of them had only known each other for a short time.

Now when Yi Xiaoxing saw Cheng Xi, he was indeed a little confused through the glasses.

He will always remember clearly their first meeting in the cafe.

Cheng Xi showed his white teeth and said with a confident smile:
"Yes, I am Zuibai."

So young and energetic.

Although I was optimistic about him at the beginning, I didn't expect that this young man has gone so steadily and so far.

While I am still struggling in short dramas and web series, others have already made a big name in the TV drama and film industry.

To be honest, this time I am willing to cooperate with Wanhe Tianyi.

It can be considered that Cheng Xi still remembers the old friendship.

After all, he is now a director with a box office of 6 million.

No matter what kind of movie you make, it will be very popular with capital.

Finally, the third season of the short drama "Never Expected" was filmed independently by Wanhe Tianyi.

Cheng Xi and Wanhe Tianyi invested.

I am still following the old way and collecting scripts.

Then they quickly filmed it, sold the broadcasting rights to Youku, and then collected some advertising fees.

The second collaboration is the movie "Wan Wan".

Zuibai Entertainment and Wanhe Tianyi each invested 1250 million yuan, and China Film invested 500 million yuan.

The total investment was 3000 million, and it was claimed to be 6000 million.

But the share of profits is definitely dominated by Cheng Xi.

The final agreed result was that Zuibai Entertainment accounted for 60% of the profits and Wanhe Tianyi accounted for 30%.

Since China Film Group does not own the copyright, it does not participate in the filming and only invests.

But he promised that this time he could help the film negotiate a 35-point box office share for the producer, which is 2.3% more than "Life Events".

So it accounts for 10%.

In terms of casting, Zuibai asked Reba to play the second female lead.

It’s the original role of Ge Bu.

It is mainly used to increase the popularity of movies.

After all, among Wanhe Tianyi, only Bai Ke can still maintain its popularity.

It also happens to be a good opportunity for Reba to find something to do and practice her acting skills.

The other actors were arranged by "Never Expected" itself.

After arranging the matters concerning "Wan Wan", Cheng Xi also visited the set of "Silent Witness" at the invitation of his senior brother Zhang Fanfan.

"Silent Witness" initially planned to raise an investment of 800 million.

But because Cheng Xi's movie "Life Events" was a huge hit at the box office.

Therefore, the investors took a fancy to "Silent Violence" written by Zui Bai and increased the investment to 2000 million.

At that time, Zhang Fanfan and I were discussing an investment of 100 million yuan, and to use my own name as the screenwriter of Zuibai to promote the film.

I want to take 15% of the box office share.

Now that the investment has expanded, the final discussion is about an 8% share of the box office revenue.

Because it is box office dividends, there is no possibility of loss.

So Cheng Xi also accepted it with pleasure.

If the box office can reach 1600 million, I will also receive million.

"Deng Jie, have everyone move the things down."

Cheng Xi definitely couldn't go to the set empty-handed, so he brought a lot of food and drinks.

Because many scenes of Silent Explosion take place in mining towns.

It’s not that easy to make something delicious.

This time, Cheng Xilai came mainly to show his face and help with publicity.

At that time, Cheng Xi will promote it on Weibo and then show his face in the materials of "Silent Violence".

After all, I am getting some dividends now and I am the screenwriter, so naturally I don’t want this drama to fail.

Then in the evening, I invited everyone to the best restaurant in the county for a meal.

I got to know some of the main creative team, especially Jiang Wen’s younger brother Jiang Wu.

Thinking that he might be able to collaborate with Teacher Jiang Wen again in the future, he enthusiastically drank a few more glasses. After completing the visit and publicity tasks, Cheng Xi returned to Yanjing without stopping.

On this day, Fan Binbin came to Zuibai Studio alone to find him.

"Little kid, I'll treat you to dinner tonight."

"Sister Binbin, you're welcome. There's no problem eating."

After Deng Jie brought Fan Binbin into the office, he originally wanted to make some tea for Fan Binbin.

Cheng Xi asked her to leave directly.

I couldn't help but laugh at Deng Jie's strange expression.

After greeting Fan Binbin, Cheng Xi stood up and walked to the tea room.

I made tea myself.

And Fan Binbin also sat over.

"I've considered it all. The studio thinks the first and second conditions are too harsh, but I'm willing to try the second form of cooperation."

After hearing what Fan Binbin said, he came to her office in person.

Of course I knew she was moved.

So he prepared to take her and said:
"Sister Binbin, don't talk about business right away. Let's have some tea first."

When Fan Binbin heard this, he immediately laughed.

A hand rested on Cheng Xi's leg.

"Little guide, are you still thinking about the room number?"

"Sister Binbin, you underestimate me too much. If the role wasn't really suitable for you, I wouldn't agree to sleep with you every day."

"Then tell me the truth, do you want to sleep with your sister?"

This is a straight ball.

Cheng Xi certainly spoke the truth; he was never afraid of a direct shot:
"If I say I don't want to, it would be a lie. Even if I say I do, I don't really want it that much."

Fan Binbin didn't expect this answer.

He thought that either he should pretend to answer and say no, which was boring and hypocritical.

Or just say you want to.

I think so, but I don’t think so.

It seemed as if I was the one who took the risk, but he was dispensable.

Suddenly I felt that I was being manipulated, so I said:
"Guide kid, you weren't this tough last time."

"Last time you attacked me by surprise, so my natural reaction was reasonable."

"How about we have dinner together tonight? After dinner, let me do a sneak attack?"

"Sister Binbin, is this a simple invitation or something more?"

"What's the difference?"

"If it's innocent, I'll go. If it's not innocent, I won't go."

"Simple."

So the two of them had dinner and simply went to the hotel.

The content is also very simple, mainly discussing cooperation.

"Little kid, how do you allocate a 100 million yuan investment?"

"We said it was simple, but chatting like this is no longer simple, Sister Binbin."

Fan Binbin moved an inch closer to Cheng Xi.

"I already have you in my heart, and you still talk to me about innocence."

"We agreed beforehand that we wouldn't talk about serious matters in bed."

Two inches in.

"Okay, let's go to the couch then."

"Or to the window?"

"Carry me over there."

"By the window, I like to look at the scenery."

I carried some of them with me, so of course we were all wiped out.

"Last time you said one week was too little, how long do you want?"

"I don't actually ask for that. We're just doing business."

"You are so tough now."

Fan Binbin turned around and was talking to Cheng Xi when he was suddenly talked back to.

When Cheng Xi heard this, he sneered in his heart.

Last time you played a trick on me and left me hanging in the air.

Then I must take revenge today.

After hearing Fan Binbin's request,
"Sister Binbin, I didn't expect you to still be like this."

"I did it on purpose yesterday. I thought since you're young, you'd probably like to look younger."

While beating up someone else, you also feel better after being beaten up.

Finally, Cheng Xi picked up his phone and prepared to make a record.

When Binbin saw this, he quickly covered his eyes with his hands.

"You, don't take pictures."

"Turn around, I won't shoot your face."

This is Forbes' first.
If Cheng Xi doesn't collect stamps and record them, it would be a violation of his professional ethics as a director.

Of course Fan Binbin strongly refused, but now I am not the one who is hanging in the air.

But you are in mid-air.

"Why do you still like this? Please don't take pictures of my face."

“As a director, it’s reasonable for me to record what I like to carry with me.”

"Don't worry, your face won't be there without your consent."

"I still have this bit of professional ethics."

"Regarding that film, you can't go back on your promise to me."

"The movie is yours, don't say anything to spoil the fun."

After the negotiation is completed.

The two of them sat at the head of the bed and criticized the records they had just made.

"This is not good. He almost saw me. Cut it off."

"it is good."

“This paragraph.”

"Isn't it a bit too astringent?"

Fan Binbin looked at himself.

Her face instantly turned red like that of a young girl. She couldn't remember how long it had been since she had felt her face so hot.

As expected, being with young people will make you look younger unconsciously.

Thinking of this, touching Cheng Xi's abdominal muscles,
And took the initiative to ask Cheng Xi to record it.

And this thing basically has two of them if you have one.

Anyway, he would be discovered if he went out for the first section, and he would be discovered if he went out for the tenth section.

no difference.

While Cheng Xi was taking notes, Binbin asked:

"Have you recorded other people?"

"No, you know what I'm talking about, Sister Binbin. You're so beautiful, so I want to keep it as a treasure and only show it to myself in the future."

After hearing this, Fan Binbin felt a little better.

Immersed myself more deeply.

No matter who asks about this kind of thing, I can only tell you.

If you record it, you must be responsible.

First, keep your mouth shut and keep it absolutely confidential.

Second, it is only appreciated by the parties involved and never leaked to others.

Third, obtain consent and never record secretly.

Under these three principles, Cheng Xi has actually collected some beautiful things.

Of course, this cannot be told to outsiders.

In the end, the two did not spend the night together and separated that night.

This is in line with Fan Binbin's style.

Since both of them are public figures, Cheng Xi came up first this time using his ID card.

Fan Binbin comes up again.

When checking out, the two of them went their separate ways.

When they were about to separate at the elevator entrance, Binbin hugged me and said:
"I almost forgot, remember to send me a copy."

"A collection?"

"Well, treasure."

(End of this chapter)