Beginning in the 80s, the Big Eight of Hollywood began a series of asset restructurings.

The first to fall was Luen Mei, which was acquired by MGM in 1981, so it should be the Big Seven by now.

Paramount was acquired by Viacom, Times acquired Warner Bros., and merged with AOL to become Time Warner Group.

Murdoch's News Corp. buys 20th Century Fox, Canadian liquor tycoon Seagram buys Universal, and Sony buys Colombia.

Two of them are foreign capital.

In addition, the definition of "independent film" does not refer to the film genre, one is low cost, and the other is outside the monopoly of large manufacturers.

Before the 90s, big studios crowded out and suppressed independent films, but after the 90s, the wind changed.

Because a large number of young talents have emerged in the independent film industry, while frequently winning awards, they can also achieve good box office results, and the market is becoming more and more acceptable.

The big studios needed these works to complement their structure, so they set up their own art divisions and acquired these production companies.

For example, Sony founded Sony Classic, Disney acquired Miramax, Time Warner acquired New Line, 20th Century Fox founded Searchlight, Universal acquired October Films, and so on.

Independent production companies are insufficient, or they are bankrupt and die, or they cannot resist the encroachment of giants. Of course, there are those who survived and became a big man - Lionsgate.

All in all, Hollywood is based on the seven major companies, based on a number of companies attached to the core, supplemented by a number of underlying production companies.

............

Cactus is such a low-level independent production company.

When Xu Fei and a few people arrived, it was unbearable, and they felt that even the company's signboard was crooked. The logo is listless and gloomy.

Achu said, "Do you want to change your name?"

"No, cacti are very good, they can only prick people if they have thorns. ”

When Xu Fei went in, he saw more than a dozen employees, crammed into two rooms, plus a decent small room, which was considered a reception room. The overall value is pitiful, with more than one million dollars acquired, mainly a batch of shooting equipment and office equipment.

What is the most valuable thing about Hollywood?

It's not a star director, it's not an ace producer, it's not even capital, it's a film library. To be exact, it is the development of various IPs based on copyright.

A company without a library is worthless!

Because Hollywood's routine is to make a film, the box office is hot, and the sequel is immediately connected. The second part, the third part, and the fourth part, if you find that the market is aesthetically fatigued.

Stop immediately, refrigerate for a few years before restarting.

In addition, there are audio and video products, peripheral derivatives, TV broadcasts, etc., which can expand revenue. For example, "Spider-Man", an IP has not been eaten for 20 years.

This aspect of the country is poor, no matter how good the film is, it is all taken away in waves.

"OK, guys, look here!"

Jerry clapped his hands and played the role of a dog's leg: "These are the high-level personnel sent by the parent company, who are going to work with us for a while."

First of all, the good news is that we're launching a new film, uh, a commercial film......"

"Shit! I'll just say they don't understand movies! They're going to pull us over and play with that big-nosed clown to entertain those third-rate audiences!"

One of them suddenly became angry and shouted: "We are making art films, and we respect the spirit of independence!"

"Who is this?"

"Tom, like me, is in charge of production. ”

Xu Fei nodded and turned to the buddy: "You're fired! ”

“Shit!”

That buddy is quite refreshing, pack up his things and leave.

The rest is spineless, after all, it has to be just right. Xu Fei patted Jerry's shoulder and said with a smile: "Be happy, you will be the only supervisor in the future." ”

The white fat man smiled reluctantly, and his jaw trembled.

In Mr. Xu's view, cacti are naïve idealists, and they want to play art if they don't have any skills. Art needs money to back it up.

He didn't talk nonsense either, saying, "We're going to start a movie, and the script is here." Although you are not very successful, you have some experience, and within a month, I will see the crew built. ”

"A month, oh my God, this can't be!"

"Are you kidding?"

"If you can't, I don't mind changing people. ”

Xu Fei threw out a pamphlet and said, "If you have difficulties, take a look at this." ”

After he left, everyone looked at each other, and Jerry tried to calm the atmosphere, saying, "Don't be discouraged guys, let's at least read the script first."

We'll have a meeting in the afternoon to discuss. ”

I can't help it, it's just rice.

So they took action in twos and threes.

I read the script first, I couldn't stop when I read it, and then I was very excited. Their art film is a matter of concept, it does not mean that they have poor vision, and they become very enthusiastic when they have a meeting in the afternoon.

"Excellent commercial work, I think it is feasible. ”

"There is a breakthrough in the original genre, and it can even be said that it is a new genre film. ”

"Is that really the person who wrote it, an Oriental who knows so much about American youth culture?"

"I thought it was incredible, but it was clear that he wrote it. ”

"Hey, didn't he give you a booklet? Would you like to open it and take a look?"

Only then did Jerry remember, and curiously opened the booklet, and the content was straightforward:

"American Pie"

Directors: Chris Weiz, Paul Weize, wrote the script for "Little Ant Soldier".

Starring: Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, Sean William Scott. ”

“......”

Everyone became more and more confused, and Jerry said, "He wants us to look for it according to the list?"

"It should be. ”

"But how does he know about these people? How does he know if these people are suitable?"

"Phew!"

In an instant, everyone seemed to be enveloped by a mysterious force from the east, and they all shivered.

............

Xu Fei wrote two scripts, and after writing them, they were registered in the United States to avoid crashes.

Shoot "American Pie" first.

Historically, the film was released in 1999 and a total of seven films were made, which had a great impact and made youth sex comedies officially popular.

Directed by brothers Chris Weiz and Paul Weize, they are a well-known duo in Hollywood who later developed on their own. Chris is more successful, and has filmed "Twilight", well.

Mr. Xu was young at the time, young and ignorant, and he was very impressed by "American Pie". Of course, some of them can't be remembered clearly, such as the names of the leading actors, he only remembers these three.

The metaphysical forces of the East permeated the United States.

Jerry followed the map and quickly found some of the people. Except for the director, they are all very miserable marginal people, and they can't wait to have the opportunity to participate.

The company also conducted a budget analysis and showed it to Xu Fei on this day.

"$12 million?"

Teacher Xu smiled and asked, "Are you sure this film costs 12 million?"

"This is our accurate calculation, after all, there are many group performances, many parties, and many shots ......"

Syllable!

The analysis watch fell on Jerry.

"8 million, I won't give you a penny more. ”

"Mr. ......"

"You're the producer. ”

"Sir, I think 8 million is enough, you can hand it over to me!"

"How did you choose the actors?"

"There are also several roles, especially female roles, that are undecided. The announcement has been sent, and the audition will be made tomorrow, I wonder if you are interested in taking a look?"

Absolutely!

I'm most interested in picking an actress, so my brother came here.

(And ...... ）

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