"Very important work. Ronan looked very serious: "Mary is in charge of the company's finances, George needs to oversee the day-to-day affairs of Shahai Entertainment, and he also works as a production manager on the crew of "Spy". I don't trust anyone but you. ”

Robert focused his head, from the situation that the company was facing bankruptcy and struggle, he knew that Ronan was the key, and Ronan gave the three of them enough good treatment and trust.

Therefore, this trip, which lasted for nearly half a year to establish overseas distribution channels, even in the face of many difficulties, he did not complain, did not retreat, even in Arabia and Africa and other places that excluded the United States, he also reached a cooperation agreement with local theaters or agents under pressure.

This long overseas work is also a workout, and Robert can feel that his ability to negotiate and business transactions has improved significantly.

Ronan took out a thin document, pushed it to Robert, and said, "You take a look first." ”

Robert opened the file and looked at it carefully, it was full of the names of some works, there were comics, biographies, and even toys.

Correspondingly, after these names, there are also the companies they belong to.

"It's ......," Robert was a little surprised.

Ronan was very calm and said: "I have made many inquiries in the copyright bureau and circles in the past few months, and the film copyrights of these films are still in the hands of their respective companies, and your next step is to buy their film copyrights on behalf of Relativity Entertainment." The ones I marked with a red pen are the ones that I have the priority to buy. ”

Robert asked, "No one has touched these copyrights for the time being?"

"Nope. Ronan said directly: "Broadly speaking, the current advantages of Hollywood film adaptations are incomparable to original films, and this advantage will become more and more obvious in the future, and commercial film investment continues to increase, which determines that original films without any audience base are more risky." ”

From his previous life to his last year, Hollywood did not have an original non-sequel movie that could exceed 100 million at the box office in the first week in North America.

And among the top 10 box office in North America and the global box office, original films and non-sequels have basically disappeared.

Even a top commercial director like Christopher Nolan has made several original films with an investment of around $150 million in a row, and the North American box office has just exceeded the cost line.

Ronan added: "You go to these companies, you can get the rights to these films as much as possible, and I have already spoken to attorney Dinah Ampton, and she will provide you with legal protection and services." ”

Robert knew that he was holding a heavy pressure in his hands, but he was confident that he could handle it.

"I'll rest for three days. Robert also gained confidence through this overseas trip: "I'll go to Rhode Island in three days." ”

Ronan finally reminded, "Be careful with secrecy. ”

When no one cares about the copyright of some works, Hollywood is not interested, and when someone is suddenly interested, other companies will think, is it really valuable to adapt this thing into a movie?

Of course, as long as the confidentiality work is done well, a lot of copyright can be quietly discussed.

For example, Warner Bros. won the copyright of the "Harry Potter" series, and New Line Pictures integrated the copyright of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, which was scattered everywhere, but it did not attract much attention.

Since Ronan has the advantage of foresight, of course, he wants to get the best quality resources at the lowest possible cost.

During the three days off, Robert Lee was not idle, and made a plan to go to Rhode Island first and then to New York.

There is no time for this schedule, and no one can predict how long the copyright negotiations with those companies will last.

Ronan also instructed his assistant Connie to deliver each issue of the New York Times bestseller list to his desk as soon as possible.

Ang Lee has appeared, and Ronan certainly won't forget the back, and the list also includes the name of Anne Purux, a female writer who also currently lives in New York as part of Robert's trip to New York.

However, this type of film will definitely have to wait a few more years.

Films that closely fit the social reality are deeply affected by the social environment, and if they are made now, in addition to the film hitting the streets, they will also be drowned by surging public opinion.

…………

Warner Studios, the post-production room of Project Human Removal 2.

The very rough first edition clip is finished.

Ronan was still thinking about it, and director James Wong said: "The setting of "Humanity is Clear" was very critical to the success of "Humanity Knows Project", and many people were very curious about the one-day mass murder of universal freedom every year, which is why the first one was able to become a dark horse. ”

Looking at Ronan, James Wong continued: "So, the second part completely retains the setting of the first part, but the plot and scenes have been upgraded. ”

He is confident: "From the civilian rebellion of the first part to the escalation of private revenge. I think this change of setting is very important, not only to fully pull the perspective to the outdoor city streets, so that the audience can see the street riot scenes that only appeared on TV in the previous game, but also escalate from the theme of rebellion and self-help in the first part to an urban battle royale. In this way, the limitations of the story are opened, and the chase plot will give the rhythm of the film a non-stop flavor. ”

"Not bad. Ronan nodded in agreement: "Although it's only the first edited version, I can feel that it's more watchable than the first part." ”

As long as this film can be successful, it will continue to be filmed in the future, and even Ronan once considered, can these horror films form a linkage?

Like "Death is Coming" and "Deadly Bend"?

In the future, more horror films with relatively small investment will definitely be filmed, and maybe in a few years, people can be convened to discuss this.

This kind of thing, work together, maybe you will think of a way.

After talking about work, James Huang suddenly talked about personal topics.

"Plans are being adjusted all the time. Director James Wong said to Ronan: "Filming and post-production are going well and are expected to be completed in August. ”

Ronan had just come over from the editing room, Jessica Felton, and said, "Very good, with plenty of publicity time to run. ”

James Wong smiled and said, "Ronan, after post-production, I'm leaving the crew. ”

The two sides have worked together three times, and a producer like Ronan who is willing to delegate power appropriately undoubtedly makes the director feel very comfortable, so he is ready to say hello in advance: "I will join a crew of Sony Entertainment's Revolutionary Film Studio in September." ”

Ronan had already gotten the news about this matter, and still asked with concern: "As a director?"

"Yes. James Wong said simply: "A sci-fi action movie called "Wanted in the Universe", and Glenn Morgan is the screenwriter. ”

Ronan nodded lightly and glanced at James Wong, anyway, the two sides have worked together three times, and the cooperation is very pleasant, the first two times were great successes, and the third time this sequel has a great chance of success.

He rarely persuaded him: "James, you have an amazing talent and talent in horror films, why don't you continue to direct horror movies?"

James Huang could hear that Ronan had good intentions, but he inevitably thought of the sequel to "The Grim Reaper", after all, Shahai Entertainment had put this sequel on the agenda and talked to him about continuing to be the director.

"I've reached a plateau in horror films. He smiled and said, "It's hard to improve in a short period of time, so it's better to try other types of films." ”

Ronan sighed secretly, everyone has their own ambitions, and speaking of which, this is also the pursuit of James Huang, and it is not easy for others to say anything.

However, Ronan still said very sincerely: "James, if you still want to return to horror movies in the future, I hope we can still have the opportunity to work together." ”

James Huang was stunned for a moment, and then said: "I also hope to work together." ”

He couldn't understand what Ronan meant, and only by returning to horror movies could they cooperate?

Ronan saw James Wong's doubts, didn't explain, and this kind of thing can't be explained, but just said: "I wish you success in your new film." ”

Not long after staying, Ronan left the post-production room to go to the "Resident Evil" crew at Warner Studios, when he met James Wong's agent, Edward.

"Hi Ronan. The honesty on Edward's face couldn't hide the smugness: "Are you still satisfied with James's new film?"

Ronan smiled and said, "Very satisfied." ”

Edward's voice was a little high: "Your "Spy" should be cooperated with James, James has always wanted to make mainstream commercial action movies, he has worked with you three times, is it not as good as a failed British director?"

As James Wong has attracted more and more attention from the Hollywood industry, Edward's agent has also risen.

Ronan treated his agent a little colder: "I originally wanted to continue working with James on the sequel to "The Grim Reaper". ”

"Horror movies?" Edward shook his head, "James won't take on horror movies anymore." ”

He knows very well that almost no one in Hollywood can become a major A-list director just by directing a horror film, and neither Wes Craven nor George Romero can do it.

Edward said again: "Ronan, in the future, Shahai Entertainment will have a big investment in action movies, don't forget James for the director's position." ”

"I will. Ronan replied purely politely.

Edward's honest smile was unusually bright: "Okay, don't delay you, I'm going to get busy." As he was about to leave, he seemed to think of something again, saying, "I'm not an independent agent now, I joined CAA." ”

Ronan nodded: "Congratulations." ”

Edward smiled and took the lead in saying goodbye and leaving, Ronan shook his head slightly, also went out of the studio's office building, glanced at the time, quickened his pace a little, and rushed to the studio where the crew of "Resident Evil" was.

The crew is auditioning for the main actors.