Looking at Jiang Ran's serious eyes, Xiang Huaqiang immediately took back the joke that he was going to say, and then looked at Jiang Ran and said:

"Ah Ran, just like you just said, I haven't been in the movie circle for a short time, and I naturally understand the rules inside, not to mention your people?"

After Jiang Ran listened to Xiang Huaqiang's words, his expression eased slightly, he was still more convinced of Xiang Huaqiang's words, after all, in the future generations, the Xiang Huaqiang brothers can make Yongsheng bigger and stronger, and it is definitely impossible to buy and sell only by force.

After all, in the movie circle, whether it is big or not, whether it is small or not, everyone knows whose reputation is good or bad in the circle. You can force someone to do something for you, but you can't guarantee that it will be done well.

In Jiang Ran's memory, Yongsheng Films produced some excellent movies in the late 80s and early 90s. Therefore, Jiang Ran believes that in these movies, even if there are some threats and coercion, most of them must be willing by both parties, otherwise, who will help you do things seriously will succeed one after another.

"With Brother Qiang's words, I am relieved. Jiang Ran said with a smile.

"Now the Hong Kong film market is booming, but it feels more and more disorderly. Jiang Ran sighed a little, "I always believe that if you want to make money, orderly market competition is a basic premise." ”

"Now that our Hong Kong film industry is entering the golden stage, we have a large market share in Asia, as long as we unite internally and do a good job, I believe that we can continue to maintain competitiveness in Asia, and only in this way can we make money for a long time." ”

Xiang Huaqiang naturally heard some of the exhortations in Jiang Ran's words, and he didn't know what he thought in his heart, at least his mouth was full of promise.

"Aran has a point. ”

"Ah Ran, you are the best director in Hong Kong in recent years, and so many people have come out, when will you praise your strong brother and me. Xiang Huaqiang suddenly grabbed Jiang Ran's shoulder, looked at Jiang Ran with some eagerness and said.

"Speaking of which, I've been in the film industry for more than ten years, but I haven't been famous. Ah Ran, you have to take care of me, and let your brother Qiang be beautiful. ”

After Jiang Ran listened to Xiang Huaqiang's words, his first reaction was the ruthless Long Wu in the God of Gamblers, although Long Wu did not have many scenes in the movie God of Gamblers, but it was impressive.

"Okay! If there is a suitable role, I will definitely come to Brother Qiang. Thinking of the role of Long Wu, Jiang Ran agreed to Xiang Huaqiang very happily.

……

Since the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, Hong Kong's large and small companies have basically started work again, and Ranfeng Group is no exception.

The first thing Jiang Ran did when he came to the group on the sixth day of the new year was to find Jiang Wei from the distribution department to learn about the distribution of the films that the group was releasing about.

"Mr. Jiang, during the holiday, our "True Colors of Heroes 2" has achieved nearly 8 million Hong Kong dollars, plus more than 5 million in the first five days, and now it has been released for more than 10 days, with a total of more than 13 million Hong Kong dollars. ”

Jiang Ran nodded after hearing this, and asked, "Has there been any improvement in publicity and word-of-mouth?"

Jiang Wei said with a somewhat ugly face: "We have adjusted the publicity plan of the movie, but the reputation of the movie has not been too ideal. ”

Looking at Jiang Ran's increasingly gloomy face, Jiang Wei hurriedly remedied: "However, according to your opinion, Mr. Jiang, we secretly guided the audience's dissatisfaction, so that everyone's dissatisfaction with the movie turned to director John Woo, and finally did not affect the signboard of "The True Color of Heroes". ”

After Jiang Ran listened to Jiang Wei's words, he breathed a sigh of relief in his heart, "Even so, don't relax in the promotion of the movie in the next period of time, the box office performance of the movie must enter the 20 million mark." ”

Jiang Ran said at the end, looking at Jiang Wei with blazing eyes.

"Yes! Mr. Jiang. Jiang Wei was still confident in Jiang Ran's request, so he agreed loudly.

Jiang Ran nodded, and then asked: "A year ago, Zhou Rui told me that our North American company was planning to introduce Hong Kong films to North America, how is this going now?"

A few years ago, when the North American company was reporting on its work, Zhou Rui mentioned to Jiang Ran that they were developing a Chinese theater in North America and wanted to introduce films in Hong Kong to test the market. This matter is inseparable from the participation of the group's distribution department, so Jiang Ran asked Jiang Wei about this matter at this time.

"Mr. Jiang, this matter is not going well. Jiang Wei's expression was a little resentful, "I have contacted several companies, but they heard that when the North American release was released, the asking price exceeded our expectations. ”

"We haven't really opened the market in North America yet, and it's too risky for us to buy a piece at a price that is too high. Therefore, after discussing with Arrow, we decided not to consider other companies' films for the time being, and only focus on the film distribution of our Ranfeng Group, and then buy films from other companies after the market is developed. ”

Jiang Ran was prepared for this result, so he was not surprised. After all, good movies in Hong Kong are basically in the hands of several major cinema companies, and Ranfeng Group, as their opponent, wants to get the North American distribution rights in their hands, and the other party will definitely open their mouths.

"Well, let's do as you agreed. It doesn't hurt to be steady. Jiang Ran nodded, very much in favor of Jiang Wei and Zhou Rui's plan.

After Jiang Ran learned about the film screenings in the past few days of the holiday, he personally called Liu Liwei of the film company and Hu Hai and Li Tingzhu from the editorial department.

Jiang Ran is about to start preparing for his film.

Speaking of which, since Jiang Ran directed "Chainsaw" in the first half of last year, he has not had time to direct movies because of the busy affairs of the company and the group, and now he is finally preparing a new movie again.

Jiang Ran was thinking about it when the door to the office was knocked open from the outside. Secretary Liu Yue came in and said, "Mr. Jiang, Mr. Liu and Minister Hu are here. ”

Jiang Ran raised his head, glanced at the beautiful secretary, and then said, "Let them in." ”

"Mr. Jiang!" Liu Liwei and the three of them followed Liu Yue into Jiang Ran's office and greeted him respectfully.

After Jiang Ran watched a few people come in, he stood up from behind the desk with a smile, took a detour to the front, walked to the reception area, and stretched out his hand to let the three of them sit down before he smiled and spoke.

"Everyone is an acquaintance, and I don't talk nonsense. I'm here for my new movie. ”

Liu Liwei listened to Jiang Ran's words, and an excited color flashed in his eyes. Although he had already received news that Jiang Ran had a big project, Jiang Ran had never said anything about the specific situation, and now it was finally about to start.

"Mr. Jiang, I heard that you plan to make a big investment in this project, but I don't know how much investment there is. Liu Liwei asked excitedly.

Jiang Ran smiled at Liu Liwei is three people, and then said: "I plan to increase the investment in the scenes of this movie, and the scenes of bombing buildings, chasing cars, and fighting are indispensable." As for the amount of investment, I have prepared $10 million for this film, and as for the final investment, it will only be determined after the script comes out and the budget is made. ”

When Jiang Ran said his plan, both Liu Liwei and Hu Hai were stunned, Hong Kong movies have never had such a big investment, and after being surprised, a trace of excitement flashed in the eyes of the three of them.

After that, Jiang Ran discussed in detail with the three of them the positioning of the film, the theme type of the movie, the general story principles of the film, and other preliminary preparations for various films.

After waiting for the film script and other production matters to be almost said, Jiang Ran finally said to Liu Liwei: "The investment in this film is relatively large, so we need to pull some investment outside, and in this regard, you need to actively coordinate with the North American company." In addition, we can't relax in terms of product placement advertising, our film is global, and we should pay attention to the price. ”

"Got it, Mr. Jiang. I'll take care of that. Liu Liwei responded.

"Hmm!" Jiang Ran nodded, and then ordered: "It's the beginning of February, and the preliminary preparations are all completed by May." ”

"No problem! Mr. Jiang. Liu Liwei assured.

After talking about his movie, Jiang Ran suddenly thought of the sequel to "Chainsaw".

"Preparations for the sequel to "Saw" should also be hurried, the film should be released before Halloween in the West, the selection of directors should be accelerated, and the relationship with the Weinstein brothers should be coordinated as soon as possible. ”