Although "Titanic" won a big victory at the Oscars, Bill McNick, as the biggest planner of this movie, has had a hard time recently.

Tom Rothman, the president of Fox Films, openly blasted the boardroom, arguing that his distribution deal with Donn's new film, "My Grand Greek Wedding," seriously harmed the interests of Twentieth Century Fox.

Tom Rothman was clearly recognized by the higher echelons of the group, and on the board of directors, Bill McNick was under tremendous pressure.

In fact, it doesn't matter if there are some concessions in terms of commission, after all, Don has made great contributions to Fox Films.

However, Fox Films did not obtain part of the rights to "My Grand Greek Wedding", but it was a public outrage.

Even Tom Rothman understands that Done Walker's film is likely to be a success.

And a comedy theme like "My Grand Greek Wedding", with low investment and high returns, is the best type for filming a sequel. If Fox Films can't hold part of the copyright, who can guarantee that Fox Film will get the distribution rights once a sequel is produced in the future?

At the end of the day, it was Bill McNick who took too much care of Don Walker to the detriment of the company.

Bill McNick believes in Donn and their friendship, even if there is no copyright, Fox Film must be Donn's first choice for film distribution.

But the rest of Fox Films is different, they are companies, relying on laws and agreements, not vague verbal promises!

Bill McNick, who is poor in words, felt the pressure from the top for the first time after the success of "Titanic".

Fortunately, this small mistake was not enough to shake his position, but it was enough for Tom Rothman and others to wave their flags and recruit troops.

At the same time, Don was also in a deep state of anxiety.

Previously, in order to make money, he took another big contract and became the director of the Star Wars prequel, for which he received $15 million and 15% of the global box office dividends.

At this time, Don has also received the first $5 million salary, the second $5 million will be paid after the official start of the movie, and the third $5 million will be paid after the movie is completed.

As for the box office dividends, they will be paid after the movie is released.

It's a common practice in Hollywood, and it's all about reducing risk.

It wasn't this that worried Donn, it was himself.

The newbie package gave him a "mirror possession", which gave him the opportunity to shoot "Titanic";

"Titanic" has a box office of more than $1 billion, and the system rewards him with a "mirror possession", giving him another opportunity to shoot "My Grand Greek Wedding".

But now...... What did Donn rely on to direct Star Wars Episode 1?

He no longer has the "Mirror Possession" skill in his hands!

The global box office of "Titanic" is $1.88 billion, which is not enough to accumulate and reward 2 "Mirror Possession" skills.

It's embarrassing!

After making two films, Don's personal abilities have also increased considerably, with 18 in camera handling, 10 in plot design, 19 in image thinking, 31 in directing, 2 in production, 14 in project evaluation, and 15 in screenwriting......

But at this level, it is not enough to shoot a sci-fi blockbuster like Star Wars!

"Star Wars Episode 1: The Ghost Man Menace" has already set a project plan -

On March 26, a press conference was held to announce the hiring of Donn Walker as director;

Starting on March 28, auditions will be held for important actors, including the second male and the first female;

In April, the crew was prepared;

In May, the special effects department began to operate, producing some post-production shots;

In June, the movie was officially launched.

But now that Don En doesn't have the ability to be a super director, does he dare to make movies? Won't he be exposed as soon as he gets started? When the time comes, he will definitely become a laughing stock in Hollywood.

Don pondered for two days and decided that it was inappropriate to quit the crew at this time, and he did not have enough funds to pay the liquidated damages. And if you want to continue to be the director of Star Wars, you must let the system reward "mirror possession" again!

The global box office of "Titanic" is $1.88 billion, and as long as the cumulative box office is $120 million, Don can get another "mirror possession" to solve the current dilemma.

It's just that now "Titanic" has been released worldwide, and "My Grand Greek Wedding" will not be released until mid-August, to rush to "Blade......

What to do?

"Titanic" can't be counted on, and the tool it relies on can only be "My Grand Greek Wedding".

Donn personally came to the door and found Brian Lorde.

Hearing Donn's intention, Brian Lord was stunned, "What? Donn, you want the movie to be released early?"

Tang En waved his hand, "It's just that it will be released overseas in advance, and the release date in North America will not change." ”

Brian Lord vetoed, "No, Donn, this will affect the overall situation, the North American box office can play a role in promoting the overseas box office, which is also the reason why the overseas release of Hollywood movies is usually later than that of North America, which is equivalent to an invisible publicity." ”

"I know, but what is our biggest goal? to stop Blade!"

Naturally, it is impossible for Donn to tell the truth, so try to make the excuse more real, "If it is released overseas first, we can determine whether the movie needs to be re-edited when it is released in North America in the future through the reputation of overseas audiences, and we must make the movie face "Blade" with the best appearance!"

Brian Lord shook his head repeatedly, "Donn, are you giving up on the overseas market?" "My Grand Greek Wedding" is now released, and when it comes to August, who will snipe the overseas market of "Blade"?"

Don laughed, "I've thought about it, and I don't think there's anything to worry about. "Blade" is an R-rated film, so the regions where it will be released are limited. And it's black starring, and the audience is smaller. The most critical thing is that Steve Spielberg's "Saving Private Ryan" was released overseas, mainly in August, allowing them to bite the dog...... Well, let's compete with each other, and we avoid it. ”

Brian Lord agrees with Donne's words, but the early release overseas is still a bit too risky, "Donne, with the quality of your movie, as long as it is promoted, distributed, and released step by step, it will never be a problem for the box office to be a big hit, if it is...... We don't have to take such a big risk. ”

Tang En was secretly bitter in his heart, of course he understood this truth, but he ...... In order not to show his stuff during the filming of Star Wars, he had to make this decision.

"Brian, actually...... I also have some reasons that I can't articulate myself, and the movie has to be released overseas in advance. Don sighed, in the face of such an old fox, it was difficult to convince him by flickering alone.

Brian Lord raised his eyebrows, glanced at Don deeply, didn't dwell on the internal reason, and slowly muttered, "Since that's the case, then it's another matter." Well, I'll make an appointment with Bill, and we'll talk about it in the afternoon. ”

……

Bill McNick was already in a bad mood, and when he heard Donn's "unreasonable" request, he seriously refused, "No! Donn, there are rules for the distribution of movies, this is not a child's house!"

Brian Lord frowned slightly, "Bill, I think it's okay to ......"

"Brian!" Bill McNick's voice was slightly deeper, "you also think Donn's idea is correct?"

Brian Lorde's face froze, slightly embarrassed.

Don was silent for a long time, then sighed softly, "Bill, we're old friends, and I know your difficulties. In this way, as long as the film can be released overseas from April, I am willing to give 20% of the film copyright to Fox Films. Of course, earnings are not included. ”

"Huh?" Bill McNick's eyes lit up and he was a little emotional, "Donn, this is not a joke!"

Don laughed, "Of course, you're under pressure from the board because of my film, and I'm definitely not going to sit idly by." ”

Bill McNick took a deep breath, he didn't expect Don to send such a big gift.

If he can get part of the copyright of "My Grand Greek Wedding", then he can give an account to the board of directors and get back his absolute power.

Compared with this kind of major event, when "My Grand Greek Wedding" will be released is a trivial matter.

"It's almost April, and it's a bit rushed. ”

Bill McNick received the benefit, and immediately changed his attitude and became kind.

Donn smiled: "I know, so I hope that Fox Film can speed up, give full play to the maximum network resources, and do a good job of publicity and distribution as soon as possible, and strive to make the film release in the first batch of countries and regions before April 15, and release it in all overseas regions before May." ”

"It's not a small challenge. Bill McNick was shocked and burst out laughing, "But I can do it!"