Chapter 15 What is the difference between a man without a dream and a salted fish?
Zhang Yao was just a small screenwriter in his previous life, except for knowing more about copyright-related laws, everything else was confused, so he didn't know the current situation at all. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. biquge。 info
In my previous life, I was also mixed in the film and television industry for a long time, and it is not that I have never seen film and television companies go bankrupt and go bankrupt, and the situation on both sides seems to be different at all.
In the original time and space, no matter how many debts the company filed for bankruptcy, it would not involve the personal assets of the shareholders, but only the company itself would repay, and it would not exceed the limit of registered capital.
If the company files for bankruptcy protection, it can also come up with a restructuring plan and continue to operate, so some people take advantage of the loopholes to use bankruptcy to avoid debts.
And here, because after the bankruptcy, the father of the predecessor had jumped to his death, and he no longer had the conditions for reorganization, and the company itself did not have its shareholders, and it was a sole proprietorship, so it could only go bankrupt like this.
The memories of the predecessor are not clear about what is going on, and it seems that he does not know much about the operation of the company, and the only thing that is certain is that all the debts owed by their family have been transferred to him.
Of course, these debts are not only owed by film and television companies, but also many are owed in the name of individuals, and the predecessor father raised 700 million funds in his last effort, all of which were borrowed in his personal name using personal property as collateral.
Not to mention that the Yanhua Empire is a constitutional monarchy, which is essentially different from before, these are still two different time and space, and it is normal to have different ways of dealing with the company's bankruptcy debts.
Zhang Yao didn't think much about it, what is the use of clarifying everything with the facts that have been determined by the court, it is not an unjust case, no matter how much the money is still paid.
"Speaking of which, how much debt do you have? I wanted to ask you before, but I didn't dare to mention it at the time. Xia Yaohan finally asked this question that she had been struggling with.
Of course, with her character, there is nothing to dare to, it's just that Zhang Yao has suffered such a big blow and is not to mention, now that Zhang Yao has come out of the shadows, then there is no problem.
A series of numbers flashed very clearly in Zhang Yao's mind, just like he now recalled the movies he had watched in his previous life, every second, every frame, and every note seemed to be engraved in his mind.
"After the company's assets were liquidated and all the family's property was taken away for auction, there is still 1655310000 owed so far, and the 21 million box office is thrown in and it can't bring a splash." Zhang Yao had never dared to think about it before, and now he couldn't help but sigh.
Wang Lei was stunned for a long time before he said: "Although I have long known that your company has long been insolvent, and it is very risky to invest in two movies in the end, I really can't imagine that I owe so much debt, and this figure sounds too sci-fi." ”
Who can imagine that Zhang Yao himself is confused every time he thinks about it.
"I'll find someone to support you in the future." Xia Yaohan's eyes widened, and he could only pat Zhang Yao's shoulder to say so.
Such a large amount of debt, for the vast majority of people, it must not be able to be repaid in a lifetime, but even if it can't be repaid, it still has to be repaid, and the court has already locked his bank account.
Before the debt is paid off, no matter what he does in his life and how much money he earns, except for the most basic living security, the rest will be taken away by the court as execution money and handed over to the creditor.
Correspondingly, in addition to the security of life, the only protection he enjoys is that his life will not be disturbed, and there are many restrictions, anyway, it will not be moisturizing and comfortable.
"Forget about the box office, let you pay off your debts, just don't have this income, anyway, you don't have much investment, and if you don't make movies, you don't have to spend it elsewhere."
It is estimated that it is because it feels too unreal to earn too much, Wang Lei has no concept at all, and he does not feel distressed. Of course, this is also because of affection.
"Then do we want to hold this celebration banquet?" Xia Yaohan had already decided to have a big meal.
"Eat, it's not easy, I'll invite you." Wang Lei patted his chest very generously and said that he wanted to be treated.
Zhang Yao also said: "Of course, I still want to celebrate, but it's too early to give up the money now, the court has given a certain period of time to appeal, you wait for me, I'll go and see if I can fight for it." ”
There are always luxury cars outside the university, especially on the weekend, it is like a car show, and the art colleges are particularly prominent, and every Friday, the female students of the acting department dress up beautifully and sit in a luxury car for the weekend.
Around the school, large and small restaurants and hotels are also indispensable, and Zhang Yao and they used to often go out to eat.
Yayuan Qingju also has a high reputation in the area around the school, not only the environment is elegant and the taste is good, the most important thing is that the price is not too expensive, if you want to eat a good meal here is the best choice.
Xia Yaohan also has a high reputation on this street, as soon as she appeared, the boss personally came forward to welcome her in, and it didn't take long for Zhang Yao to rush back from the court.
The owner of the hotel was chatting about Xia Yaohan, who was a sister of Yaohan, and when he saw Zhang Yao coming in, he noticed that they must have something serious, and immediately left after a few polite words.
"Sister Yaohan really can eat no matter where she goes." As soon as Zhang Yao sat down, Xia Yaohan said, "Don't talk nonsense, what's the situation?" ”
Zhang Yao took a sip of tea and said: "I went to complain, and I explained that the money is not just mine, you invested in the shares when the movie was made, so you must share the account, but unfortunately the court doesn't believe it at all." ”
"It's strange to be credible, we haven't signed any agreement." Wang Lei said that everything was expected.
Like the regular operation of film and television companies, there must be detailed and rigorous contract specifications, and they don't think of these problems everywhere, and subconsciously feel that there is no need for this, so they don't get it.
"So I can't come up with evidence to prove that you have contributed, and the complaint has been refuted, but it is not a failure, I still got a little labor fee for you, and I still got back a million, you two split it."
Being able to get the money is not a trip in vain, although it is much worse than expected, but it is also the best result.
"And so much, what an unexpected surprise." Although he didn't take it to heart, he was really happy to get the money Wang Lei, who would be afraid of having a lot of money, he should have a clear conscience if he was his own.
Zhang Yao said: "Your name is on the subtitles of the movie, and it is real to participate in the production, and it didn't take much to negotiate with the court, but it took a while to get it done on the specific numbers." ”
Making movies is very expensive, and the cost of a crew is very large, but if Wang Lei and Xia Yaohan are just unimportant positions such as lighting engineers and scene reporters, the labor cost will not be much.
However, the entire crew of "Buried Alive" is just the three of them, Wang Lei is a very important position as a photographer, Xia Yaohan also has the title of producer, and then there is voice dubbing and so on.
A movie with a box office of more than 50 million, it is not too much for them to take 500,000 yuan as they wear many hats, and after the court learned about the film market, it agreed to Zhang Yao's appeal.
"Then I'll accept it disrespectfully, but we will divide it, so what about yours?" Wang Lei didn't be polite anymore, but he still felt that Zhang Yao should have a share.
Zhang Yao shrugged his shoulders and said, "If you give me the same, you will only be swept away by the court, do you think it is necessary?" ”
"Yes." Xia Yaohan nodded, patted her little chest and said, "Now that my sister is rich, I will support you in the future, and eating and drinking Lazar will be mine, rest assured, there is no problem." ”
"How does it sound awkward?" Zhang Yao rolled his eyes.
"You'll get used to it slowly. Come on, let's give my sister a smile first. Xia Yaohan threw a wink, at this time she was like those prostitutes/guests in the Qinglou in the movie, Zhang Yao was completely speechless.
Wang Lei was also used to this meeting, and he didn't think so at all, and said: "This gave me an inspiration, I have an idea." ”
"What's the idea?" Zhang Yao and Xia Yaohan looked at each other curiously and asked in unison.
Wang Lei said: "Look, Zhang Yao, the money you earned needs to fill the bottomless pit, God knows when it will be finished, so if you want to keep the money, you can only come forward in person, just get it in the name of others." ”
"If you continue to make movies in the future, then even if you make a contribution, you don't want to be an investor, just put on the name of a director, it can be said that it is invested by Sister Yaohan to the outside world, and only the box office income from the director's salary is considered to be Sister Yaohan's, so won't it solve the problem?"
If the director only gets paid, the income is completely incomparable with the box office. Of course, this has to be a case of box office earnings, and if you lose money, it is better to just get paid.
Nowadays, many film directors and actors use the sharing system, using remuneration to buy shares, box office sales are much more profitable than getting paid, of course, while enjoying high returns, they also share a lot of risks for the producer.
If you want to make a movie in the future, whether you only contribute to the work or participate in the investment, the court will not know, as long as you make a fuss about the contract, you can avoid the problem.
The money earned on the surface was swept away by the court to pay off the debt, but in fact, the majority is still in Xia Yaohan's hands, but it is just the difference between keeping it by yourself and taking someone else to keep it.
Of course, in this case, if the other party donates money and escapes or turns his face and doesn't recognize people, Zhang Yao won't get a penny, but Xia Yaohan will definitely not do this, so he can definitely rest assured.
"It's a good idea, I'll do it in the future." Xia Yaohan nodded vigorously in agreement.
Zhang Yao shook his head without thinking about it, and said: "Forget it, it's only natural to repay debts, I just need to eat, drink and have money to make movies, and I don't need to play these tricks." ”
The predecessor was a very proud person, and after the tragedy, he was as determined to pay off his debts and not owe anything to others, but he was also very resolute, as a substitute, Zhang Yao would be affected to some extent, and he also hoped to do something for his predecessor.
After all, no matter what, he occupies the body of his predecessor.
"This stinky temper is still the same as before, forget it, whatever you want, the dishes are all on and eat quickly." Xia Yaohan's eyes widened, but he didn't say much.
Zhang Yao smiled, and then said, "Wang Sanshi, what is your dream?" It seems that a lot of money is needed, is 500,000 enough? ”
"Do you believe I have dreams now?" Wang Lei shrugged his shoulders stupidly.
Zhang Yao said: "Of course, what is the difference between people who have no dreams and salted fish?" I've never heard you mention it before, but I always feel bad, and I have some bad premonitions. ”