"A lot of people think that agents are exploiting celebrities, and I don't deny that. But this kind of thing will never happen to Mr. Zhang. Pat Kingsley had clearly done her homework, "I'm here today to seek cooperation. ”

Agents who can speak well are smart people, and Pat Kingsley is one of the best. She knew very well that with Zhang Fan's age, ambition, wealth and talent, it was absolutely impossible to accept the kind of job that was all arranged by the agent. Even people have their own companies, and there is almost no need for brokers.

"What kind of cooperation?" Zhang Fan took out the lighter and lit a cigarette, and asked curiously.

"First of all, I would like to congratulate Mr. Zhang on his great harvest at the Golden Globe Awards. Pat Kingsley abruptly changed the subject and talked about the awards: "With Mr. Zhang's previous huge investment, it is also expected that the slumdog millionaire will have a big harvest at the next Oscars." ”

Zhang Fan looked at the shrewd and capable woman in front of him suspiciously, just like Queen Prada, and didn't understand why she suddenly changed the topic.

"Judging from the scale of Mr. Zhang's investment, he is definitely not a rich man who plays casually in Hollywood. With a warm smile in her voice, Pat Kingsley said, "Being able to invest a lot of money in lobbying for the award means that Mr. Zhang wants to stay in Hollywood for a long time." ”

"Hmm. Zhang Fan nodded, there is nothing to hide about this, "I have this idea." ”

"Hollywood is a huge vanity fair, there are so many interests here, even Wall Street wants to reach in, there are too many people and forces who want to develop in Hollywood. Many forces have great power. "Pat Kingsley's eyes gradually shrewd" Hollywood's six giants, each of which has the backing of a super media group. Trying to compete with them, even the original Dream Factory ended in failure. ”

"Are you trying to persuade me to be honest?" Zhang Fan laughed.

"Of course not. Pat Kingsley chuckled and shook her head, "I'm just telling Mr. Zhang about the current state of Hollywood." ”

After a pause, Pat Kingsley continued to speak, "Mr. Zhang has ambition and strength. But in Hollywood, there is no way to achieve the level of the Big Six by relying solely on strength and ambition. In many cases, many things need the help of real professionals to get the desired results. ”

Zhang Fan frowned and asked aloud, "Madam, you mean, you are the professional?"

"Yes. Pat Kinsley nodded unusually confidently, "There are many things, Mr. Zhang, you can't solve them by yourself, and the same goes for your agent." Because you're foreigners, you're Asian. Racism is everywhere in Hollywood, but it doesn't appear on the surface. That's when a professional like me comes forward to do my best. ”

Zhang Fan narrowed his eyes, not angry at Pat Kingsley's proud boasting, but thinking about what she said. Because Zhang Fan feels that what Pat Kingsley said is not wrong!

Discrimination can be found everywhere in the world, even in China.

The imperial capital looks down on the surrounding areas, the Shanghai people look down on the surrounding areas, and the people in Xiangjiang look down on the mainland. As for Qingniwa and Jiaoao, they almost regard themselves as foreigners. And this situation is even more acute in the United States.

"It's like the Oscars this time. "Pat Kingsley's words didn't end there" Mr. Zhang, you actually sent gifts to more than 6,000 judges around the world, which is something that has never happened in so many years at the Oscars. ”

"Shouldn't you give a gift?" Zhang Fan didn't get angry, but asked with a serious expression.

"Oscar's water is deep, but it's not without a pattern to find. Mr. Zhang, you have used the most violent and direct method. Pat Kingsley began to show Zhang Fan her strength and sincerity. Because she knew that if she couldn't impress Zhang Fan, then someone like Zhang Fan, who lacked nothing, would not find any agent at all, "If I am responsible for this public relations, then at least one-third of the investment can be saved and the same result can be obtained." ”

Later, Pat Kingsley explained to Zhang Fan in concise and capable language about Oscar's lobbying activities, many secrets inside, and various intricate relationships. And unreservedly introduced what would be done if he was in charge of this matter, and what kind of effect it could have.

Zhang Fan has already understood in his heart that he really needs someone with deep connections in the local area to take care of some things for him. After all, in Hollywood, many people will subconsciously want to pit foreigners. If a shrewd agent like Pat Kingsley is famous, the effect will be much stronger by himself.

Pat Kingsley worked hard to sell herself, she knew what Zhang Fan was missing, so she tried her best to show Zhang Fan her ability in this regard.

"Ma'am, how do you want to cooperate. Zhang Fan suddenly interrupted Pat Kingsley's words. He had understood what Pat Kingsley was thinking, and he knew that he really needed a veteran to help him.

"I want to be your agent. There was a gleam of joy in Pat Kingsley's eyes. Zhang Fan's potential is huge, not to mention anything else, the adaptation rights of those best-selling books in the New York Times alone are a huge gold mine!

"No, I can't. Zhang Fan directly shook his head and refused, which immediately made Pat Kingsley's face stiffen. She was fully prepared, and the purpose of her dry mouth was to become Zhang Fan's agent. But now he was directly rejected by Zhang Fan, and he got up and slammed the door without anger, which was already a strong restraint.

"I'm not going to change brokers, and I don't need them. Zhang Fan smiled and said his thoughts, "But my company can hire you as a consultant to be responsible for related matters." ”

"Mr. Zhang. Pat Kingsley was unwilling to give up, and wanted to continue to persuade "our CAA company has a strong influence in Hollywood......"

"Wait a minute. Zhang Fan smiled and waved his hand to interrupt Pat Kingsley's words, "The influence of CAA is indeed there, but this is not the era of the eighties and nineties when you could directly threaten the film company. And I don't have the slightest interest in the package agreement of the CAA brokerage company. I don't allow anyone to control and influence anything I do. That's definitely not going to change. ”

After a pause, Zhang Fan spoke again, "I don't need CAA's help, I just need you." ”

It felt a bit ambiguous in this statement, and even though Pat Kingsley was over forty years old, she was still a lady. Zhang Fan hurriedly continued to speak: "You can do everything that CAA can do, so what else do I have to cooperate with CAA? You work as a consultant in my company to help deal with those things that are inconvenient for me to come forward." You can still do other work. Don't worry, I won't treat you badly. ”

Pat Kingsley felt very unwilling. Because she knows that Zhang Fan is a big gold mine!

I don't mention anything else, just one aspect. Six of the top 10 books on the latest New York Times bestseller list are by Zhang Fan!

In Hollywood, a large number of literary works are adapted into movies and put on the screen every year. The operating space and market are very huge. In terms of the popularity of Zhang Fan's works at this time, once they are adapted into film and television works, they will inevitably set off a huge wave and massive income.

Once you can become Zhang Fan's agent, even if you only sign a minimum of 5% commission agreement, you can win a huge commission just by adapting these works. Not to mention how much CAA can get from it once Zhang Fan agrees to adapt the movie. In that case, her status and voice in CAA will inevitably rise significantly.

It's a pity that all of this is now empty. Because Zhang Fan has made it clear that he will not ask for an agent. All he needs is a hired consultant to do the work!

The salary of a consultant is certainly not less, but it is not worth mentioning compared to becoming a broker and getting a commission.

Pat Kingsley was unwilling to fail and wanted to continue to persuade, but was stopped by Zhang Fan.

"It's time for the Oscars soon. Zhang Fan's smile became heavier, "After I win the Oscars, there will be a lot of outstanding people like you who want to cooperate." Ma'am, seize your chance. ”

What Pat Kingsley was able to see, many people in Hollywood were able to see. And what she can do, there are many people in Hollywood who can do it!

Pat Kingsley is not satisfied with the consultant's salary, but the problem is that some people are willing to do it! Now it is Zhang Fan who is taking the initiative, not Zhang Fan begging her.

"It's not a broker, but it's beneficial. Zhang Fan knew what Pat's concerns were, "Think about it, at least you have a way to talk to me directly and recommend and advise me." ”

Pat Kingsley's eyes lit up instantly.

Zhang Fan is a director, a singer, and an actor. But these are just the surface that the public sees, and people like Pat Kingsley are valuing Zhang Fan's identity is that he is a boss. The owner of a film company.

Zhang Fan opened his own film company in Hollywood, affiliated with the American branch. And the first work of this film company is Slumdog Millionaire!

Although it is only a newly opened film company, although there is a huge gap with the Big Six. But with Zhang Fan here, the future of this film company is bound to be bright. Not to mention anything else, just those adapted movies, Zhang Fan must be produced for his own film company, and it is impossible to cheapen others.

A film company can't just make one film a year or a few years. That's not a studio, it's a studio.

Zhang Fan does not want a shell studio for tax avoidance, he wants a large film company that will continue to grow and eventually be able to compete with the six giants! Such a large film company needs a large number of actors, directors, and all kinds of behind-the-scenes workers. And there are many of these under CAA.

Once the connection with Zhang Fan is established, CAA will be able to be one step ahead of others!

Many times, one step ahead is enough to decide everything.

"I won't let you down. Pat Kingsley stood up and stretched out her hand to Zhang Fan.

Zhang Fan snuffed out his cigarette and got up with a smile, "Happy cooperation." ”